BASIC EMBROIDERY
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a
Select an embroidery frame.
From the sizes of embroidery frames indicated in the
screen, select the embroidery frame that you wish to
use.
Embroidery frames that can be used appear lighter
(
). Embroidery frames that cannot be used appear
darker (
).
When the [E OFF] is selected, the following embroidery
frame indicators are displayed. (page 86)
Embroidery frame types
For details on the embroidery frames indicated in the
screen, refer to “Types of embroidery frames/Embroidery
Frame Holders and their applications” on page 55.
Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame
a
Loosen the screw on the outer frame.
1
Small (optional) and medium frame have one screw.
2
Large (optional) and extra-large frame have two screws.
3
Screw
b
Place the stabilizer and fabric with right side up on top
of the outer frame.
• The outer frame does not have a front or back side.
Either side can be used as the front.
c
Press the inner frame into the outer frame.
• Be sure that there are no wrinkles in the fabric after it
is hooped in the embroidery frame.
d
Lightly tighten the screw.
• Align the inner and outer frames so that their tops are
even.
e
Securely tighten the screw, and then check to make
sure that the fabric is taut.
• Use the 3-way screwdriver to tighten the screw
securely.
• After securing the fabric, lightly tapping it should
produce a drum-like sound.
Memo
• If the Embroidery Frame Holder is not attached to
the machine, the available embroidery frame(s) will
not be displayed correctly. (page 54)
CAUTION
• If the size of the embroidery frame is wrong,
the embroidery frame may hit the presser foot
and damage the machine or cause injury to the
user. (For details on embroidery frames, refer
to page 55.)
IMPORTANT
• Use the included frames or recommended
optional frames.
Note
• The embroidery frame indicators show all
embroidery frame sizes in which the embroidery
pattern can be embroidered. Be sure to use an
embroidery frame of the most suitable size. If an
embroidery frame that is too large is used, the
pattern may be misaligned or the fabric may
pucker. (page 55)