Brother PE-150 user guide: Sewing a basic embroidery pattern

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SEWING A BASIC EMBROIDERY PATTERN

Embroidering multi-color patterns

Figure from the manual

When a pattern is selected it is broken down into color diagrams on the screen. The order of embroidering is shown left to right. The diagram on the left is for the first thread color.

  1. Thread the first color. (See page 16 – 17) When the “START/STOP” button is pressed, the first part of the pattern (1) will be sewn and then the machine will stop automatically.

    • Be sure to raise the presser foot before changing the thread.
    • When embroidering is completed for this color, the screen display will automatically move to the left one position.
  2. Replace the upper thread with the next color and press the “START/STOP” button. The second part of the pattern (2) will be embroidered and the machine will then stop automatically.

  3. Replace the upper thread with the next color and press the “START/STOP” button. The third part of the pattern (3) will be embroidered and the machine will then stop automatically.

  4. Trim any excess thread.

Embroidering single color patterns

Figure from the manual

  1. Thread the machine. (See page 16 – 17)
  2. Install the embroidery frame. (See page 20 – 22)
  3. Lower the presser foot.
  4. Press the “START/STOP” button to sew the pattern: the machine will stop automatically when it is finished.
  5. Raise the presser foot.
  6. Trim any excess thread.

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Figure from the manual

Embroidering a single color pattern when “MULTI COLOR” is displayed

Figure from the manual

  1. Touch “MULTI COLOR” to change to the single color mode. If the “START/STOP” button is pressed, a single color of the pattern will be embroidered and then the machine will stop automatically.
  • It is not possible to change between multi color mode and single color mode if “MULTI COLOR” is not displayed on the screen.
  1. Trim any excess thread.

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Embroidering characters that extend beyond than one frame

Figure from the manual

  • This function is useful when there are many characters to embroider and you cannot embroider them all in the same frame.

Example: ABCDE in large size

  1. Input “ABC”, then touch “SET” and then “LAYOUT”. After this, touch “START/CENTER” to switch to “START”.

Figure from the manual

  1. Press the “START/STOP” button to start embroidering. When embroidering has finished, the machine will sew the finishing position automatically. You can use the finishing position as the starting position for the characters to be embroidered next when the fabric is re-framed with the finishing point and last character just inside the left edge of the frame.

❶ Finishing position

Figure from the manual

  1. Input the remaining letters “DE”, and then touch “START/CENTER” to select “START”.
  2. Touch the arrow keys to move the start point of the needle to the finishing position of the last character and then press the “START/STOP” button to start the machine.

❶ Finishing position (Use it for the starting position of “DE”. )

Figure from the manual

Finished pattern

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Figure from the manual

EMBROIDERING APPLICATIONS

Combining a frame pattern with a design

Figure from the manual

  1. Select a frame pattern and embroider it. A “+” mark is sewn after embroidering of the frame pattern in the center of pattern. This mark can be used as a guide when embroidering characters or patterns to position them within the frame pattern.

Figure from the manual 2. Using the “+” mark inside the frame pattern as a guide, align the needle using the center needle layout function. Embroider the design.

Making badges or decorative patches

Figure from the manual

  1. After embroidering a frame pattern and the combined design, sew an extra frame pattern on the outside using the “— — —” stitch slightly larger than the original frame pattern.

Figure from the manual 2. Cut cleanly around the frame pattern, following the line of the outside pattern.

Figure from the manual The finished badge or decorative patch is now ready to be attached to a project.

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Figure from the manual

Embroidering appliqués (using a frame pattern)

  1. Select the applique fabric for the project, attach a stabilizer material, place in the embroidery frame and on the machine.
  2. Select the frame shape to be embroidered and the “— — —” stitch. Embroider it onto the applique fabric. Remove the fabric from the frame. Cut neatly around the outside of the shape made by the stitches.

Figure from the manual

  1. Attach a stabilizer material onto the back of the fabric on the project where the applique is to be placed. Center the area where the applique is to be placed in the embroidery hoop. Embroider it in the same way using the same frame pattern shape and “— — —” stitch as in step 2.

Figure from the manual

  1. Apply a thin layer of fabric adhesive to the rear of the applique which is created in step 2, and then attach it to the base fabric so that it follows the frame shape just stitched.

❶ Adhesive

Figure from the manual

  1. Without changing the frame shape or size, select the “——” stitch, and use it to embroider the applique material onto the project.

❶ Satin stitch “——”

Figure from the manual

The finished applique on the project

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Figure from the manual

Embroidering onto small pieces of fabric or onto corners

Figure from the manual

Use stabilizer material to provide extra support while embroidering. After embroidering is completed, remove the stabilizer material carefully.

Case A 1 Fabric 2 Secure with double faced tape or a basting stitch 3 Stabilizer

Figure from the manual

Case B 1 Fabric 2 Secure with double faced tape or a basting stitch 3 Stabilizer

Figure from the manual

Case C 1 Ribbon (Secure with double faced tape) 2 Stabilizer

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IF THREAD BREAKS DURING EMBROIDERING OR WHEN PARTLY COMPLETING A PATTERN

Before embroidering

Figure from the manual

While embroidering

  • When embroidering starts, “SET” will change to “HELP”.

Touch “HELP”, then the following screen options will appear

Figure from the manual

  1. Touch this key to move back to the start position for a pattern.
  2. Touch this key to move ahead to the start of the next color or character without embroidering
  3. Touch this key to move back to the start of the current color or character without embroidering
  4. Touch this key to move forward stitch by stitch without embroidering. (If touched continuously, the stitch will be advanced in 9-stitch jumps starting from the 6th single stitch)
  5. Touch this key to move back stitch by stitch without embroidering. (If touched continuously, the stitch will be moved back in 9-stitch jumps starting from the 6th single stitch)
  6. Touch this key to return to the previous screen and allow embroidery to begin.

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Figure from the manual

If thread breaks during embroidering

The machine stops automatically when the upper thread breaks. When this happens do the following.

  1. If the upper thread breaks.

    • Re-thread the upper thread. If the lower thread breaks or the bobbin runs out of the thread.
    • Cut the upper thread above the fabric in the frame and then remove the embroidery frame. Replace the lower (bobbin) thread and then re-attach the embroidery frame.
  2. Touch “BACK” to move back a few stitches to slightly before the position where the thread broke or the bobbin ran out of the thread.

    • If it is not possible to move back to the position where the thread broke, touch “REVERSE SEARCH” to move back to the beginning of that color, and then touch “FORWARD” to move forward to just before the position where the thread broke or the bobbin ran out of the thread.

Figure from the manual

  1. Lower the presser foot lever and press the “START/STOP” button to restart embroidering.
    • If the machine stopped because the upper thread ran out, the upper thread may be tangled on the reverse side of the fabric (thread nesting). Remove the embroidery frame to check for this and trim off any excess build up.

❶ “START/STOP” button

If you stop the machine by pressing the “START/STOP” button and need to adjust the stitch location.

Touch “HELP”. Follow the same procedure as for “The machine stops automatically when the thread breaks.”

❶ “START/STOP” button

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Re-embroidering from the beginning

Figure from the manual

  1. Touch “HOME” to move back to the start position for a pattern.

Figure from the manual

  1. Lower the presser foot lever and press the “START/STOP” button to start embroidering.

❶ “START/STOP” button

Figure from the manual

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CONTENTS MACHINE KNOWLEDGE EMBROIDERING MAINTENANCE ERROR MESSAGE TROUBLESHOOTING PATTERNS EMBROIDERING USING A SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL) EMBROIDERING USING A EXTRA-SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL) EMBROIDERING USING A LARGE FRAME (OPTIONAL)

MAINTENANCE

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB

Figure from the manual

When replacing the light bulb

  1. Turn the main power switch off. 1 ON 2 OFF
  • The power cord plug must be removed from the socket outlet prior to changing the bulb.

Figure from the manual

  1. Loosen the screw in the end cap at the left side of the machine.
  2. Remove the end cap.
  3. Replace the snap-in light bulb with a new one of the same type.
  • Light bulbs are available through your dealer. (8 V, 2.4 W/ Parts code X50228-001 or item #SA105.)

CLEANING

Figure from the manual Always keep the machine clean.

  1. Turn off the power, remove the needle, and then raise the presser foot lever.

❶ Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw to remove.

  1. Loosen the screws on the needle plate.

  2. Remove the needle plate.

  3. Take out the inner rotary hook.

  4. Remove any accumulated lint and threads from the inner hook and race with a brush or a small vacuum cleaner attachment.

❶ Race ❷ Inner rotary hook

  • Lint and dust accumulated in the race can cause poor quality stitching.
  1. Put the inner rotary hook back in position by placing the projection of the hook next to spring of the stopper.

❶ Projection of the hook ❷ Spring of the stopper

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Figure from the manual

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ERROR MESSAGE

When the machine is not properly set and the “START/STOP” button is pressed, or a correction in your operation is required, machine will not start and will instruct you with an alarm and error number on the LCD.

Warning message displays

Figure from the manual Return bobbin winding shaft to left. This message is displayed when the bobbin winding shaft is at the right side and the “START/STOP” button is pressed. This message may be displayed after the display warns you to raise the needle to the highest position.

Figure from the manual Lower presser foot lever. This message is displayed when the “START/STOP” button is pressed while the presser foot lever is raised.

Select pattern. This message is displayed when a pattern has not been selected and the “START/STOP” button is pressed or “SET” is touched.

Check if upper or lower thread is cut. This message is displayed when the machine senses that the upper or lower thread has broken or no upper thread is threaded or the bobbin runs out of the thread.

Check if thread is entangled. Check if needle is bent. This message is displayed if the motor locks. This could be caused by a tangled thread or embroidering with a bent needle.

No pattern is memorized. This message is displayed when “RETRIEVE” is touched and there is no pattern stored in that memory space.

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Figure from the manual

This pattern is stored in other embroidery card.

This message is displayed when the RETRIEVE key is touched and the design in the machine’s memory is from a different memory card than is currently inserted. Memory card patterns cannot be saved into the machine’s memory. However, the characters from memory card #1, the Alphabet card and #10, Monogram emblem card, can be saved and retrieved while the card is inserted. The card that the design was saved from must be inserted in order to retrieve the design.

This pattern can not be saved in the memory.

This message is displayed when you are trying to save patterns that cannot be combined.

Embroidery card is not inserted. Turn off main power and insert card.

This message is displayed if “CARD” is touched while no memory card is inserted.

Raise the presser foot and re-thread.

This message is displayed when the “START/STOP” button is pressed but the presser foot has not been raised to change the thread color. If you are not changing the thread color, raise the presser foot lever, lower it again, and then press the “START/STOP” button to start the machine.

This key does not work when needle is at low position. Raise the needle to high position and touch key again.

This message is displayed if an attempt is made to move the embroidery frame while the needle is in the down position. Use the balance wheel to move the needle to the highest position. Then continue.

Embroidery pattern is exceeding sewing area.

This message is displayed if the combined size of patterns exceeds the size of the embroidering area.

Raise the needle to high position.

This message is displayed if the needle is in the down position when the power is turned on.

Color cannot be changed halfway.

This message is displayed if “MULTI COLOR” is pressed when pattern embroidering has already began.

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Figure from the manual

This message is displayed if the “START/STOP” button is pressed when pattern input for a “frame pattern” has not yet been completed.

No more stitches can be combined. This message is displayed when the total number of characters or patterns combined exceeds a maximum 35.

Calculating cannot be done half-way through. This message is displayed if you touch the “⏳” key while the machine is embroidering.

Instruction message displays

Winding bobbin thread. This message is displayed during bobbin winding.

Saving This message is displayed after a “MEMORY” space is touched to save a pattern to that space. The power should not be turned off while this is on the display.

Calculating. Please wait. CANCEL This message is displayed while the machine is calculating after you touched the “⏳” key. Touch “CANCEL” if you would like to interrupt the calculation process.

Audio alarms

  • Proper operation will sound: One beep Improper (wrong) operation will sound: Two or four beeps

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Check for the cause of the problem without worrying.

Whenever embroidering becomes difficult, review the section of the instruction book which explains the operation you are performing to make sure that you are using the machine correctly. If you still have difficulty, the following check list may help you correct it. If you still experience difficulties, contact your dealer or nearest authorized service center.

Trouble with thread and stitches

Symptom Probable cause Remedy
1. Upper thread breaks 1. The upper threading is not correct. 1. Re-thread the upper thread.
2. The upper thread is tangled. 2. Clean the race or inner rotary hook.
3. The spool of thread is not correctly set. 3. Set the spool of thread correctly.
4. The correct needle is not used. 4. Change to the proper needle.
5. A thread other than the designated upper embroidery thread is being used. 5. Replace with the designated upper embroidery thread.
2. Lower thread breaks 1. The upper thread is tangled. 1. Clean the race or inner rotary hook.
2. The bobbin is not threaded properly in the shuttle. 2. Remove the bobbin, reset the bobbin properly and pull the bobbin thread through the channel.
3. A thread other than the designated lower embroidery thread is being used. 3. Replace with the designated lower embroidery thread.
3. Skipped stitches 1. The needle is not correctly inserted. 1. Set the needle properly.
2. The correct needle is not used. 2. Change to the proper needle.
3. The fabric has been placed in the embroidery frame incorrectly. 3. Place the fabric in the embroidery frame correctly.
4. The embroidery frame has been attached to the machine incorrectly. 4. Attach the embroidery frame to the machine correctly.
5. Thin or stretch fabric is being used with no stabilizer fabric attached. 5. Attach stabilizer fabric.
4. Fabric puckers 1. The upper thread tension is too strong. 1. Decrease the upper thread tension using the upper thread tension dial.
2. The upper or lower thread is not threaded correctly. 2. Thread the upper and lower threads correctly.
3. Thin or stretch fabric is being used with no stabilizer fabric attached. 3. Attach stabilizer fabric.
4. The fabric has been placed in the embroidery frame incorrectly. 4. Place the fabric in the embroidery frame correctly.
5. The correct needle is not being used. 5. Change to the proper needle.

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\begin{tabular}{|p{0.3\textwidth}|p{0.3\textwidth}|p{0.3\textwidth}|} \hline \textbf{Symptom} & \textbf{Probable cause} & \textbf{Remedy} \ \hline 5. Lower thread is visible on the top surface of the fabric & 1. The upper thread tension is too strong. & 1. Decrease the upper thread tension using the upper thread tension dial. \ \cline{2-3} & 2. The upper or lower thread is not threaded correctly. & 2. Thread the upper and lower threads correctly. \ \cline{2-3} & 3. The thread has been threaded incorrectly through the inner rotary hook. & 3. Remove the bobbin, reset the bobbin properly and pull the bobbin thread through the channel. \ \cline{2-3} & 4. A thread other than the designated lower embroidery thread is being used. & 4. Replace with the designated lower embroidery thread. \ \hline 6. Upper thread is loose & 1. The upper thread tension is too weak. & 1. Increase the upper thread tension using the upper thread tension dial. \ \cline{2-3} & 2. The upper or lower thread is not threaded correctly. & 2. Thread the upper and lower threads correctly. \ \cline{2-3} & 3. Threads other than the designated upper and lower embroidery thread are being used. & 3. Replace with the designated upper and lower embroidery threads. \ \hline 7. Embroidered pattern is out of shape & 1. The fabric has been placed in the embroidery frame incorrectly. & 1. Place the fabric in the embroidery frame correctly. \ \cline{2-3} & 2. The embroidery frame has been attached to the machine incorrectly. & 2. Attach the embroidery frame to the machine correctly. \ \cline{2-3} & 3. Thin or stretch fabric is being used with no stabilizer fabric attached. & 3. Attach stabilizer fabric. \ \cline{2-3} & 4. Threads other than the designated upper and lower embroidery thread are being used. & 4. Replace with the designated upper and lower embroidery threads. \ \cline{2-3} & 5. The thread is tangled. & 5. Cut and remove the tangled threads inside the rotary hook using scissors. Clean the race or inner rotary hook. \ \hline 8. Threading is not possible & 1. The needle is installed incorrectly. & 1. Install the needle correctly. \ \cline{2-3} & 2. The needle threader lever will not turn. & 2. Turn the balance wheel to raise the needle to its highest position. \ \hline 9. Thread is not cut during automatic thread cutting. & 1. Thread has accumulated around the thread cutting knife. & 1. Remove the needle plate and clean away the accumulated thread. \ \hline \end{tabular}

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Mechanical problems

Symptom Probable cause Remedy
1. Machine operation is slow and noisy 1. Thread scraps and dust have accumulated under the needle plate. 1. Remove the thread scraps and dust with a brush.
2. The machine does not start 1. The “START/STOP” button is not pressed. 1. Press the “START/STOP” button.
2. The main power switch is in the off position. 2. Turn the power on.
3. The presser foot is not lowered. 3. Lower the presser foot.
4. Check Error messages. 4. See “ERROR MESSAGE” on page 59.
3. The needle breaks 1. The needle is not correctly inserted. 1. Remove the needle and reset a new needle properly.
2. The correct needle is not used. 2. Change to the proper needle.

Caution

  • This machine is equipped with a thread breakage sensor. Accordingly, if the upper thread is not threaded, the machine will not operate even if the “START/STOP” button is pressed. In addition, a loud noise which is different from the normal operation noise is generated by the needle bar holding mechanism during layout changes, layout change tests and also when the embroidery frame travels a lot during embroidery. This sound is normal and is not the result of a malfunction.
  • If the power goes off during embroidering:
    • Turn the power off and unplug the machine. Damage may occur if the machine is on when the power comes back on.
    • To start again, while the main power switch is off, plug the unit in. Then turn the main power switch on and select an operation. Refer to page 54, using the “HELP” function to get back to the point where the machine went off.

PATTERNS

Character embroidering chart

Sizes: [L] 30 mm (1-3/16"), [M] 15 mm (9/16") [S] 7.5 mm (1/4")

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z Ä Å Â Æ Ñ Ö Ø Ç Ü ß à á â æ è é ê ñ ò ö ø ì í î ü ù 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 & ? ! . - _ ( ) ' , /

Sizes: [L] 30 mm (1-3/16"), [M] 15 mm (9/16") [S] 10 mm (0-3/8")

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z Ä Å Â Æ Ñ Ö Ø Ç Ü ß à á â æ è é ê ñ ò ö ø ì í î ü ù 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 & ? ! . - _ ( ) ' , /

Sizes: [L] 30 mm (1-3/16"), [M] 15 mm (9/16") [S] 9 mm (0-3/8")

Figure from the manual

Frame pattern embroidering chart

Frames

Stitches

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Figure from the manual

One point mark embroidery pattern

<Embroidering times: 2 - 18 min. (It does not include the time needed to change colors.)>

Figure from the manual

Patterns which are stored in the machine or memory cards are for home use only. These patterns are not to be used for any activity other than home use.

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EMBROIDERING USING A SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL)

Embroidering items such as handkerchiefs and collars

Figure from the manual If the accessory frame is too large to hold the fabric to be embroidered, you can use the optional small frame.

❶ Embroidery sheet ❷ Embroidering range (Maximum) Height: 70 mm (2-3/4") Width: 70 mm (2-3/4")

CAUTION Take note of the following when using the small frame.

  1. Always make sure that the initial setting operation for the carriage (embroidery arm) after the power is turned on — in other words, the movement of the carriage (embroidery arm) in order to set the position — is completed before installing the small embroidery frame.
  2. If you do not change the position of the pattern on the "LAYOUT" screen, check that the embroidering area for the pattern selected is within 70 mm (2-3/4") in height and width by touching the "LAYOUT" key. If it is, the pattern can be embroidered correctly.
  3. If you have changed the position of the pattern using the arrow keys in the "LAYOUT" screen, use the "TRIAL" function to check that the pattern does not extend past the edges of the frame before starting embroidering. Before touching "TRIAL", raise the needle and the presser foot lever to their highest positions.

Figure from the manual

Embroidering handkerchiefs and cuffs Set the handkerchief into the small frame. You can use the rotation function to move the needle to the desired embroidering location.

Figure from the manual

Embroidering items which won't fit into the frame For items which won't fit into the frame, baste or iron a piece of stabilizer fabric onto the part to be embroidered, and then place the entire piece into the frame together with the fabric to be embroidered.

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Figure from the manual

Figure from the manual

EMBROIDERING USING A EXTRA-SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL)

Figure from the manual

An extra-small frame which is smaller than the small frame mentioned on the previous page is also available as an option. It is used mostly for monogramming initials on pockets or cuffs. The extra-small frame can be used to embroider even smaller articles.

  1. Embroidery sheet (vertical type)
  2. Embroidery range
  3. Maximum embroidering area – Height : 50 mm (1-15/16")
  4. Maximum embroidering area – Width : 30 mm (1-3/16")
  5. Center of pattern

CAUTION Take note of the following when using the extra-small frame.

  1. Always make sure that the initial setting operation for the carriage (embroidery arm) after the power is turned on — in other words, the movement of the carriage (embroidery arm) in order to set the position — is completed before installing the extra-small embroidery frame.
  2. Using the arrow keys in the “LAYOUT” screen, use the “TRIAL” function to check that the pattern does not extend past the edges of the frame before starting embroidering.
  3. Before touching “TRIAL”, raise the needle and the presser foot lever to their highest positions.
  • The extra-small frame can also be used horizontally by changing the position of attachment to the frame fixing plate. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws in order to change the attachment position.
  • Use the horizontal attachment sheet when the frame is attached horizontally.

Figure from the manual

  1. Frame fixing plate
  2. Screws (x 2)
  3. Washers (x 2)
  4. Nuts (x 2)
  5. Embroidery sheet (horizontal type)
  6. Embroidery range
  7. Maximum embroidering area – Height : 30 mm (1-15/16")
  8. Maximum embroidering area – Width : 50 mm (1-3/16")
  9. Center of pattern

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EMBROIDERING USING A LARGE FRAME (OPTIONAL)

Embroidering range

Figure from the manual

❶ Embroidering range 18.2 × 11 cm (7-3/16" × 4-5/16") ❷ Center when frame is clamped in position "a". ❸ Center when frame is clamped in position "b". ❹ Center when frame is clamped in position "c". ❺ Reference line

Combining patterns in the height direction

Figure from the manual

  1. If the overall height is within 18.2 cm (7-3/16"), you can embroider the respective patterns simply by changing the clamping position of the frame.

Figure from the manual

  1. Once the pattern at the top has been embroidered, move the clamp from position "a" to position "b" or position "c".

Figure from the manual

  1. Embroider the pattern at the bottom.

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Linking two or more embroidered patterns (using the 90° rotation feature)

Figure from the manual

Example: Patterns in Flower card (No. 2)

  1. Check the lengths of the patterns you wish to embroider continuously by touching "LAYOUT". If the length is within 18.2 cm (7-3/16"), you can proceed with embroidering just by changing the embroidery location, without having to re-set the fabric in the frame.

❶ Finished appearance ❷ Within 18.2 cm (7-3/16")

After selecting the pattern, touch "LAYOUT" to check the size of the pattern. The size of the pattern is displayed on the left side on the screen.

Figure from the manual

  1. Draw a line on the fabric marking the place where the patterns will be embroidered. Find the center line, and then draw the line along the whole length of the pattern, marking it off into two even lengths. Mark the embroidery start position with a cross by drawing another line across this line.

❶ Embroidery start position

Figure from the manual

  1. Align the line on the fabric with a line on the embroidery sheet, and fit the fabric and embroidery sheet into the frame. Clamp the frame with the carriage at the place indicated by "a". (see next page)

Figure from the manual

  1. After touching "LAYOUT", touch "90° clockwise" to change the arrow in the display so that it points to the right. Then touch "START/CENTER" to set the current needle position as the embroidery start position.

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CONTENTS MACHINE KNOWLEDGE EMBROIDERING MAINTENANCE ERROR MESSAGE TROUBLESHOOTING PATTERNS EMBROIDERING USING A SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL) EMBROIDERING USING A EXTRA-SMALL FRAME (OPTIONAL) EMBROIDERING USING A LARGE FRAME (OPTIONAL)

Figure from the manual

  1. Use the arrow keys to move the needle to the embroidery start position, and then start embroidering.

  2. Move the frame to the place indicated by “c” and clamp it again with the carriage.

Figure from the manual

  1. Embroider the next pattern. If using the same pattern, go straight ahead and start embroidering. If using a different pattern, select the new pattern. After touching “LAYOUT”, touch “90° clockwise” to change the arrow in the display so that it points to the right. Then touch “START/CENTER” to set the current needle position as the embroidery start position.

  2. Use the arrow keys to move the needle to the previous embroidery end position, and then continue embroidering.

❶ Previous embroidery end

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IMPORTANTES INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

Cuando se usa una máquina de bordar, debe seguirse unas precauciones básicas y que vienen incluidas a continuación.

“Leer las instrucciones antes de usar”

PELIGRO — Para reducir el riesgo de una descarga eléctrica.

  1. La máquina no debe dejarse nunca desatendida mientras esté conectada. Desconectar la máquina de la red eléctrica inmediatamente después de su uso y antes de limpiarla.
  2. Desconectar la máquina de la red antes de cambiar la bombilla. Colocar una bombilla del mismo tipo con una potencia de 2,4 Watios.

CUIDADO — Para reducir el riesgo de quemaduras, fuego, descargas eléctricas o causar daños a personas.

  1. No usar la máquina como un juguete. Prestar atención si fuese necesario cuando la máquina está siendo usada por niños o cerca de ellos.
  2. Usar la máquina de bordar solamente como se describe en este manual. Usar únicamente los accesorios recomendados por el fabricante y que vienen especificados en este manual.
  3. No trabajar nunca con la máquina en caso de que tenga el cable o el enchufe en malas condiciones, si no cose correctamente, en caso de que se haya caído, haya sido dañada o se haya mojado.
  4. No usar la máquina con los orificios de ventilación bloqueados. Mantener los orificios de ventilación de la máquina de bordar y el pedal sin acumulación de povo. Suciedad y restos de tejido.
  5. No introducir no insertar objetos en los orificios de ventilación.
  6. No usar al, aire libre.
  7. No usar mientras se estén utilizando productos aerosoles (spray) o en lugares donde se esté administrando oxígeno.
  8. Para desconectar, girar el interruptor hasta la posición del símbolo “O” que representa off, luego desconectar el enchufe de la red.
  9. No desconectar el enchufe tirando del cable. Para desconectar, tirar de la clavija, no del cable.
  10. Mantener los dedos alejados de todas las partes movibles de la máquina. Tener un cuidado especial con la aguja.
  11. Usar siempre la placa de agujas apropiada. Una placa de agujas impropia puede producir la rotura de la aguja.
  12. No usar agujas despuntadas.
  13. No presionar ni tirar del tejido mientras se está cosiendo. Esto podría doblar la aguja y romperla.
  14. Situar el interruptor principal de la máquina en posición “O” cuando se realice algún ajuste en el área de la aguja como enhebrar la aguja, cambiar la aguja, cambiar la canilla, cambiar la pata prensatelas y similares.
  15. Desconectar siempre la máquina de la red eléctrica cuando se retiren las tapas, para lubricar, o cuando se realice algún otro tipo de ajuste mecánico mencionado en el manual de instrucciones.

“CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES” “Esta máquina de bordar es para uso doméstico”

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