Brother 882-W04 Manual de instrucciones

Getting ReadySewing BasicsUtility StitchesCharacter/Decorative StitchesEmbroideryEmbroidery EditMy Custom StitchAppendixComputerized Sewing and Embroi

ContentsviiiCONTENTSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...iWHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE...viHOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...

SEWING THE STITCHES88fTighten the screw with the included screwdriver.gUsing the measurement on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif.a 6

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches893Blind Hem Stitches Select from these stitches to sew the hems or cuffs of dresses, blouses, pants, or skirts. aS

SEWING THE STITCHES90fRemove the basting stitches and turn the fabric over.a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric If the Needle does not Catc

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches913 Sewing Sharp Curves Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foo

SEWING THE STITCHES92Scallop Stitches This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of blouse coll

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches933Smocking Stitches Use smocking stitches for decorative sewing on clothes, etc. aSelect a straight stitch and att

SEWING THE STITCHES94cAttach presser foot “J”. Align the center of the presser foot with the middle of the space between the fabrics and begin sewing.

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches953Heirloom Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) Use for sewing tablecloths, decorative hems, and decorative stitching

SEWING THE STITCHES96dPress to create a mirror image of the stitch.eSew the opposite side to keep the stitch symmetrical. Hemstitching (3) (Drawn W

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches973One-step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonholes appropriate to the size of your button.

Contentsix12345678SELECTING PATTERNS...149Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross sti

SEWING THE STITCHES98One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.a Reinforcement stitchingaSelect a b

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches993dAlign the presser foot with the mark on the fabric, and lower the presser foot.a Mark on the fabric b Marks on

SEWING THE STITCHES100 Sewing Stretch Fabrics When sewing on stretch fabric with or , sew the buttonhole stitches over a gimp thread. aHook the gi

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1013Four-step ButtonholesYou can sew 4-step buttonholes using the following 4 stitches together. You can sew any de

SEWING THE STITCHES102cPress the “Start/Stop” button to start sewing.dSew the desired length for the buttonhole and press the “Start/Stop” button agai

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1033 Darning Use darning stitches for mending and other applications.Darning is performed by sewing from the front

SEWING THE STITCHES104dLower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.a Buttonhole levera Metal b

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1053Bar Tacks Use bar tacks to reinforce areas that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners. aSelect .bAt

SEWING THE STITCHES106eLower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.a Metal bracket fGently hol

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1073Button Sewing Buttons can be sewn on using the machine.Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached.aSelect .bRais

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SEWING THE STITCHES108 Attaching 4 Hole ButtonsSew the two holes closest to you. Then raise the presser foot and move the fabric so that the needle g

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1093Eyelet Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications.aSelect or .bUse in either the

SEWING THE STITCHES110Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) Use these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to pant legs

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1113Zipper Insertion Centered Zipper Use for bags and other such applications. aSelect .bAttach presser foot “J”

SEWING THE STITCHES112 Inserting a Side Zipper Use for side zippers in skirts or dresses. aSelect .bAttach presser foot “J” and sew straight stitches

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches1133fSet the presser foot in the 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) margin. gStarting from the end of the zipper opening, sew

SEWING THE STITCHES114

Chapter 4Character/Decorative StitchesSELECTING STITCH PATTERNS...

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS116SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSPress to display the screen below. a Decorative stitch patternsb 7mm decorative stitch patterns

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1174 Stitch Selection Screens There are 9 categories of Character/Decorative stitch patterns.

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS1NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSThe names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their fu

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS118Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1194 Deleting CharactersaPress to delete the last character. bSelect the correct character.

SEWING STITCH PATTERNS120SEWING STITCH PATTERNSSewing Attractive Finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorative stitches, che

SEWING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1214ePress the “Start/Stop” button to stop sewing. fPress the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button

SEWING STITCH PATTERNS122dPress , and then adjust the pattern with the FINE ADJUST VERTI. or HORIZ. displays. * If the pattern is bunched: Press in

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1234EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Key FunctionsYou can create just the finish you want using the editin

EDITING STITCH PATTERNS124Changing the SizeSelect a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1254Changing the Length (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) When stitch patterns are selected, pr

EDITING STITCH PATTERNS126Changing Thread Density (for Satin Stitch Patterns Only) After selecting the pattern, press to select your preferred threa

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1274bPress the “Start/Stop” button to continue sewing.Checking the ImageYou can display an approxi

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS2Needle and Presser Foot Sectiona Presser foot holderThe presser foot is attached onto the presser foot hold

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS128COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSYou can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches, sa

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1294cPress . → The display returns to the stitch selection screen. dPress .eSelect .fPress to

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS130Combining Large and Small Stitch Patterns Example:aPress .→ The large size stitch will be selected.bPress again, then pr

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1314aPress . bPress again, then press . → The pattern is flipped along a vertical axis.cPress

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS132cPress .→ The entered pattern is repeated.Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) You can use the

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1334dPress .→ The next stitch pattern will move to the left.ePress .→ The entered pattern is rep

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION134USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONStitch Data PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using stitch data other than that c

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1354 Trademarks• Secure Digital (SD) Card is a registered trademark or a trademark of SD Card A

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION136Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s MemoryYou can save often-used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory. The machine

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1374bChoose a stitch pattern to delete. * Press so the pattern saved in that pocket appears.*

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS3Embroidery Unita CarriageThe carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when embroidering.b Release

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION138Saving Stitch Patterns to USB Media (Commercially Available)When sending stitch patterns from the machine to USB media, pl

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1394Saving Stitch Patterns in the ComputerUsing the included USB cable, the sewing machine can b

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION140dSelect the stitch pattern’s .pmu file and copy the file to the computer.Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine’s Mem

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1414Recalling from USB MediaYou can recall a specific stitch pattern from either direct USB medi

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION142Recalling from the ComputeraPlug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB connectors for the computer and for th

Chapter 5EmbroideryBEFORE EMBROIDERING ...144Embroidery Step by Step... 144Atta

BEFORE EMBROIDERING144BEFORE EMBROIDERINGEmbroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step # Aim Action Page1

BEFORE EMBROIDERINGEmbroidery1455Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” aPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle. bPress .→ The entire screen be

BEFORE EMBROIDERING146gHold the embroidery foot in place with your right hand, and then use the included screwdriver to securely tighten the presser f

BEFORE EMBROIDERINGEmbroidery1475cInsert the embroidery unit connection into the machine connection port. Push lightly until the unit clicks into plac

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS4Included AccessoriesPull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment.a Storage spa

BEFORE EMBROIDERING148cHold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. a Release button CAUTION• Do not carry the em

SELECTING PATTERNSEmbroidery1495SELECTING PATTERNS Copyright Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended

SELECTING PATTERNS150 Pattern Selection Screens There are 7 categories of patterns in this machine. indicates that there is more than one pattern s

SELECTING PATTERNSEmbroidery1515Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/Floral alphabet PatternsaSelect

SELECTING PATTERNS152Selecting Alphabet Character PatternsaPress .bPress the key of the font you want to embroider. cPress to change the selection s

SELECTING PATTERNSEmbroidery1535dPress . → The sewing screen is displayed. eProceed to see “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 155 to embroider the pa

SELECTING PATTERNS154eProceed to see “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 155 to embroider the pattern.* To return to the previous screen to select ano

VIEWING THE SEWING SCREENEmbroidery1555VIEWING THE SEWING SCREENa Shows the presser foot code. Attach embroidery foot “W” for all embroidery projects.

VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN156 Key FunctionsUsing these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, etc. No. Display Key Name Exp

PREPARING THE FABRICEmbroidery1575PREPARING THE FABRICAttaching Iron-on Stabilizers (backing) to the Fabric For best results in your embroidery projec

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS51 2345678 9 10111213141516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 29 3031 32 33*134*135*136*137 3839 40 41 42 4

PREPARING THE FABRIC158Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Types of Embroidery Frames Embroidery Frame 26 cm × 16 cm (approx. 10-1/4 inches ×

PREPARING THE FABRICEmbroidery1595 Inserting the Fabric aLift-up and loosen the frame adjustment screw and remove the inner frame.a Frame adjustment

PREPARING THE FABRIC160eReturn the frame adjustment screw to its initial position. Using the Embroidery Sheet When you want to embroider the pattern

PREPARING THE FABRICEmbroidery1615 Embroidering Ribbons or TapeSecure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray adhesive.a Ribbon or tapeb Stabiliz

ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME162ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAMEaPress the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot. bAlign the embroider

CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITIONEmbroidery1635CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITIONThe pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame.Y

CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION164Previewing the Completed Pattern aPress . → An image of the pattern as it will be embroidered appears.bPress to se

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERNEmbroidery1655SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERNSewing Attractive Finishes There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN166Sewing Embroidery PatternsExample:a Embroidery color orderb CursoraThread the machine with the first color (see “Thread

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERNEmbroidery1675fRepeat the same steps for embroidering the remaining colors.→ When the last color is sewn, “Finish sewing”

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS6No. Part NamePart CodeU.S.A./CanadaOthers1 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-2512 Embroidery foot “W” XC8156-6513

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN168Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqué There are some patterns which call for an appliqué inside the pattern. Pr

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERNEmbroidery1695fApply a thin layer of adhesive or spray adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece and attach it to the app

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS170ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESSIf the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread When the bobbin begins to run ou

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESSEmbroidery1715If the Thread Breaks During Sewing aPress the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine. bIf the

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS172Restarting from the Beginning aPress . bPress . → The embroidery frame moves, returning the needle to the

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESSEmbroidery1735cAttach the embroidery frame and press .→ The previous sewing screen displayed before the machi

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS174MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTSAdjusting Thread Tension When embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTSEmbroidery1755Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function (END COLOR TRIM)The automatic thread cutting function will cu

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS176bPress to turn off JUMP STITCH TRIM.→ The key will display as * The machine will not trim the thread before moving

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTSEmbroidery1775Changing the Thread Color DisplayYou can display the name of the thread colors, the time or embroidery thre

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS7Options12345No. Part NamePart CodeU.S.A./CanadaOthers1 Embroidery bobbin thread (White)SA-EBT X81164-001Emb

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS178Changing the Embroidery Frame Display aPress . bPress .cIn the FRAME DISPLAY, use to change the embroidery frame d

REVISING THE PATTERNEmbroidery1795REVISING THE PATTERNChanging the Pattern Position Use to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. Pre

REVISING THE PATTERN180Aligning the Pattern and the NeedleExample: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needleaMark the embroidery start

REVISING THE PATTERNEmbroidery1815cPress .a Start position→ The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame m

REVISING THE PATTERN182Rotating the PatternaPress . bSelect the angle of rotation for the pattern.* Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the le

REVISING THE PATTERNEmbroidery1835Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected pa

REVISING THE PATTERN184bChange the density.* Press to make the pattern less dense. * Press to make the pattern more dense. a Normal b Fine (stitch

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery1855USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery Data PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using embroidery dat

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION186 Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used• Compatible models:IBM PC with a USB port

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery1875Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine’s MemoryYou can save embroidery patterns that you have customized and

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS8

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION188bSelect the pattern you want to delete. cPress . a Amount of memory used by the pattern to be deletedb Amount of memory ne

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery1895Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB Media (Commercially Available)When sending embroidery patterns from the machi

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION190Saving Embroidery Patterns in the ComputerUsing the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery1915Retrieving Patterns from the Machine’s Memory aPress . → The machine displays the patterns currently in the mem

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION192cPress when there is a subfolder to sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the embroidery pattern in the subfold

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery1935cMove/copy the pattern data to “Removable Disk”.→ Pattern data in “Removable Disk” is written to the machine.dP

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS194EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONSUsing a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1)You can use framed patterns of the same size and shape t

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONSEmbroidery1955Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2)This is a second method to make appliqué using embroidery patterns.

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS196

Chapter 6Embroidery EditEXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS...198SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ...

Chapter 1Getting ReadyTURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF...10LCD SCREEN...

EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS198EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONSWith the Embroidery Edit functions, you can combine embroidery patterns and character patterns, cha

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDITEmbroidery Edit1996SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDITPrepare the machine for embroidery according to the instructions on page 144, a

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT200Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Frame Patt

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDITEmbroidery Edit2016bSelect the font, then enter the characters. (Example: A B C D)* See page 152 for more information about

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT202ePress to return to the original screen. fAfter you finish your selections, press . → The embroidery edit screen will a

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2036EDITING PATTERNSa Shows the size of the entire combined pattern. b Shows the size of the pattern currently selected

EDITING PATTERNS204 Key FunctionsNo. Display Key Name Explanation Pagea Arrow keys ( Center key)Press these keys to move the pattern in the directio

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2056Moving the Pattern Press to move the pattern in the direction shown on the key. Press to return the pattern to

EDITING PATTERNS206cPress to return to the original screen. Changing the Size of the Pattern aPress . bSelect the direction in which to change the s

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2076Deleting the Pattern Press to delete the pattern from the screen. Changing the Configuration of Alphabet Characte

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF10TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFFaInsert the power cord into the power cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.a

EDITING PATTERNS208bUse or to change the spacing.* Press to widen the character spacing. * Press to tighten the character spacing. * Press t

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2096Changing the Color of Each Alphabet Character in a PatternaPress so you can assign a thread color to each charact

EDITING PATTERNS210cPress to choose a new color from the color palette.* To return to the original color, press . If multiple colors have been ch

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2116cUse to select one of the thread brands in the machine.dUse to enter a color’s 4-digit number.* If y

EDITING PATTERNS212dPress .eRepeat the previous steps until all desired thread colors are specified.* To delete a specified color from the palette, pr

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2136dPress to choose a new color from the custom thread table.* Use and to scroll through the custom thread tab

EDITING PATTERNS214cSelect the direction in which the pattern will be repeated.a Vertical directionb Horizontal directionc Repeating and deleting keys

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2156 Repeating One Element of a Repeated PatternBy using the Cut function, you can select one element of a repeated pa

EDITING PATTERNS216eRepeat the selected element.fPress to finish repeating. Assigning Thread MarksBy sewing thread marks, you can easily align patt

EDITING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2176cPress to select the thread mark to be sewn.dPress .After EditingaPress . bIf you want to sew the pattern immedia

LCD SCREENGetting Ready111LCD SCREENWhen switching on the machine, the screen will display the name of the machine. Touch the screen to display the ut

EDITING PATTERNS218 Color Sorting Repeated PatternsPress to automatically change the sewing order of colors in combined border embroidery patterns

COMBINING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2196COMBINING PATTERNSEditing Combined PatternsExample: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and

COMBINING PATTERNS220dPress . ePress to enter the alphabet characters.fSelect and enter “Sewing”.* After selecting , press to change the charac

COMBINING PATTERNSEmbroidery Edit2216iPress to change the layout of the characters. Press .* See page 207 for more information about changing the l

COMBINING PATTERNS222Sewing Combined PatternsCombined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery ord

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONEmbroidery Edit2236USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONIn the same way as embroidery patterns in Chapter 5, you can save and retrieve ed

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION224

Chapter 7MY CUSTOM STITCHDESIGNING A STITCH...226ENTERING STITCH DATA ...

DESIGNING A STITCH226DESIGNING A STITCHBy using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew

DESIGNING A STITCHMY CUSTOM STITCH2277Examples of Custom StitchesStitch12345678910111213141501218222321171412963136003610131413111314131063Stitch 16 1

LCD SCREEN12 Key FunctionsNo. Display Key Name Explanation Pagea Utility stitch key Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, button

ENTERING STITCH DATA228ENTERING STITCH DATA Key Functionsa This area displays the stitch being created.b Displays the number of the present set point

ENTERING STITCH DATAMY CUSTOM STITCH2297aPress .bPress . cUse to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet. * Press to change

ENTERING STITCH DATA230gRepeat the steps above for each point that you have drawn on the grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen as

ENTERING STITCH DATAMY CUSTOM STITCH2317 Moving Part or All of the Design aPress or to move to the first point of the section that you want to

ENTERING STITCH DATA232 Inserting New Points aPress or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point.* To move to the fi

USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHESMY CUSTOM STITCH2337USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHESStoring Custom Stitches in Your ListStitch patterns created using the MY C

USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES234Retrieving Stored StitchesaPress . → A list of stored stitch patterns is displayed. bSelect the stitch pattern.* Press

Chapter 8AppendixCARE AND MAINTENANCE...236About the Maintenance Message...

CARE AND MAINTENANCE236CARE AND MAINTENANCEAbout the Maintenance MessageOnce this message appears, it is recommended to take your machine to an author

CARE AND MAINTENANCEAppendix2378hInsert the bobbin case so that the S mark on the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine.* Align the S and

LCD SCREENGetting Ready131No. Display Key Name Explanation Pagei Automatic reinforcement stitch keyPress this key to use the automatic reinforcement s

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN238ADJUSTING THE SCREENScreen Visibility is LowIf the screen is difficult to see when you turn on the power, follow the steps belo

ADJUSTING THE SCREENAppendix2398cUsing the included touch pen, lightly touch the center of each +, in order from 1 to 5. * If the buzzer sounds one ti

TROUBLESHOOTING240TROUBLESHOOTINGIf you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do no

TROUBLESHOOTINGAppendix2418Cannot lower the presser foot with the presser foot leverPresser foot was raised using the “Presser Foot Lifter” button.Pre

TROUBLESHOOTING242Needle breaks Needle is installed incorrectly. Reinstall the needle correctly. 39Needle clamp screw is not tightened. Tighten the

ERROR MESSAGESAppendix2438ERROR MESSAGESIf the machine is not properly set and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is

ERROR MESSAGES244This message is displayed when the patterns you are editing take up too much memory, or if you are editing too many patterns for the

ERROR MESSAGESAppendix2458This message is displayed when the machine is in embroidery mode and the small frame is attached, and the selected pattern d

ERROR MESSAGES246This message is displayed when, after selecting a pattern, , , , or is pressed and the pattern is about to be deleted. This message

ERROR MESSAGESAppendix2478This message is displayed when the “Start/Stop” button is pushed and the machine is in embroidery mode, but the embroidery u

LCD SCREEN14Screens Operations Performed Using a USB MouseIf a USB mouse (sold separately by computer retailers) is connected to the sewing machine, t

ERROR MESSAGES248 Alarm Sounds If the operation procedure was correct, the machine will beep once. If the operation procedure was incorrect, the mach

SPECIFICATIONSAppendix2498SPECIFICATIONSItem SpecificationSewing Machine Dimensions 55.6 cm (W) × 30.5 cm (H) × 25.8 cm (D) (approx. 21-7/8 inches (

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE250UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREYou can use USB media or a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREAppendix2518Upgrade Procedure Using ComputeraWhile pressing the “Automatic Threading” button, turn the main power to

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE252

253STITCH SETTING CHARTSTITCH SETTING CHARTThe following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stit

254STITCH SETTING CHARTOvercasting stitchReinforcing of heavyweight fabric5.0(3/16)2.5 - 5.0(3/32 - 3/16)2.5(3/32)1.0 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOOvercasting

255STITCH SETTING CHARTBlind hem stitch Hemming woven fabrics0.0(0)+3.0 - -3.0(+1/8 - -1/8)2.0(1/16)1.0 - 3.5(1/16 - 1/8)NOBlind hem stitch stretchHem

256STITCH SETTING CHARTHemstitching Decorative hems, triple straight at left1.0(1/16)1.0 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)2.5(3/32)1.5 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)OK( J )Hemsti

257STITCH SETTING CHARTHemstitching Decorative hems, smocking6.0(15/64)1.5 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)1.6(1/16)1.0 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOHemstitching Decorative h

LCD SCREENGetting Ready151 Changing pagesRotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs of the pattern selection screens.Memo• If for additional

258STITCH SETTING CHART4 step buttonhole 1Left side of 4 step buttonhole5.0(7/32)1.5 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)0.4(1/64)0.2 - 1.0(1/64 - 1/16)NO4 step buttonho

259STITCH SETTING CHARTForward (Zigzag)For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners— — — —NOReverse (Zigzag)For attaching a

Index260IndexAAccessoriesincluded accessories ... 4options ...

Index261carriage ...3carrying case ...

Index262SSatin stitches ... 82, 126Savingcharacter/decorative stitches ...

XF3896-001English882-S85Printed in Taiwan

LCD SCREEN16Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display

LCD SCREENGetting Ready171General settingsa Change the brightness of the LCD (see page 19).b Select the needle stop position (the needle position when

iIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:Read all instructions

LCD SCREEN18Embroidery settingsa Select from among 10 embroidery frame displays (see page 178).b Change the thread color display on the embroidery scr

LCD SCREENGetting Ready191 Adjusting Screen BrightnessaPress .→ The Sewing settings screen appears.bPress .→ The General settings screen appears.cOn

LCD SCREEN20 Choosing the Display LanguageaPress .→ The Sewing settings screen appears.bPress .→ The General settings screen appears.cUse and to

LCD SCREENGetting Ready211Using the Machine Operation Mode KeyPress to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the s

LCD SCREEN22Example: Displaying information about upper threadingaPress .bPress . → The lower half of the screen will change.cPress (upper threading

LOWER THREADINGGetting Ready231LOWER THREADINGWinding the BobbinPress → → → in that order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD

LOWER THREADING24eWith your right hand, hold the thread near the thread spool. With your left hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to

LOWER THREADINGGetting Ready251iSet the bobbin holder to the left, until it clicks into place.a Bobbin holder (switch)→ The bobbin starts winding auto

LOWER THREADING26dPush the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position.eHolding the thread wit

LOWER THREADINGGetting Ready271bSlide the bobbin cover latch to the right.a Bobbin coverb Latch→ The bobbin cover opens.cRemove the bobbin cover.dHold

iiUse this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual.Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.T

LOWER THREADING28Pulling Up the Bobbin ThreadThere may be some sewing applications where you want to pull up the bobbin thread; for example, when maki

UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready291UPPER THREADINGThreading Using the “Automatic Threading” ButtonPress → → → in that order to display a video example

UPPER THREADING30eHolding the thread with your hands, slide the thread into the grooves on the thread guide plate.a Thread guide platefWhile holding t

UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready311Threading ManuallyAutomatic threading cannot be used when using the wing needle, the twin needle, or special thread wit

UPPER THREADING32dRaise the presser foot lever.ePivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread

UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready331jPull the thread up along the left side of the thread path guide to the top left corner of the threading path cover.a T

UPPER THREADING34Using the Twin Needle Mode The twin needle can only be used for patterns that show after being selected. Before you select a stitch

UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready351ePlace the additional spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that the thread unwinds from the front. Then pu

UPPER THREADING36jSelect a stitch pattern. (Example: )* Refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual for proper stitch to use with p

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOTGetting Ready371CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOTRemoving the Presser FootaPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPr

iiiFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is su

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT38Attaching the Walking FootThe walking foot holds the fabric between the presser foot and the feed dogs to feed the fabric.

CHANGING THE NEEDLEGetting Ready391CHANGING THE NEEDLEaPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPress .* If “OK to automatically lower

CHANGING THE NEEDLE40dWith the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle stopper (viewing wi

CHANGING THE NEEDLEGetting Ready411 About the NeedleThe sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the

CHANGING THE NEEDLE42

Chapter 2Sewing BasicsSEWING ...44Sewing a Stitch...

SEWING44SEWINGSewing a StitchaTurn the main power to ON, and push the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPress the key of the stitch you wa

SEWINGSewing Basics452gPress the “Start/Stop” button to start sewing.* Guide the fabric lightly by hand.hPress the “Start/Stop” button again to stop s

SEWING46bSlowly depress the foot controller to start sewing.cRelease the foot controller to stop the machine.Sewing Reinforcement Stitches Reverse/rei

SEWINGSewing Basics472Sewing Heavyweight FabricsThe sewing machine can sew fabrics up to 6 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam cau

ivCONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINEYour machine is the most advanced computerized household embroidery and sewing machine. To fully enjoy all th

SEWING48Sewing Lightweight Fabrics Place thin paper or tear away embroidery stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier. Gently tear off the p

STITCH SETTINGSSewing Basics492STITCH SETTINGSWhen you select a stitch, your machine automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length

STITCH SETTINGS50Example:Press to shorten the stitch length.→ The value in the display gets smaller.Press to lengthen the stitch length.→ The valu

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics512USEFUL FUNCTIONSAutomatic Reinforcement Stitching After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcemen

USEFUL FUNCTIONS52Automatic Thread CuttingAfter selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machi

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics532 Using the Knee LifterUsing the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both ha

USEFUL FUNCTIONS54aSelect a stitch.bPress to select the pivot setting.→ The key appears as .cPlace the fabric under the presser foot with the needl

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics552Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure)The thickness of the fabric is automatically detected

USEFUL FUNCTIONS56

Chapter 3Utility StitchesSELECTING UTILITY STITCHES...58 Stitch Selection Screens...

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SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES58SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Selection ScreensThere are 5 categories of Utility Stitches. indicates that there is

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHESUtility Stitches593Selecting a StitchaTurn the main power to ON.→ Either “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight sti

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES60bPress to change the thread color of the stitch on the screen. * Press to display an enlarged image of the stitch.a St

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHESUtility Stitches613cPress .→ The settings are saved and the original screen automatically appears. Retrieving Saved Setting

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES62Example: Displaying information about overcastingaPress .→ The advice screen is displayed.bPress .* Press to return to t

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches633SEWING THE STITCHESStraight StitchesStitch Stitch namePresser footApplicationsStitch width [mm (inch.)]Stitch le

SEWING THE STITCHES64aSelect a stitch. bAttach presser foot “J”. * Attach presser foot “N” when you select .cHold the thread tails and fabric with yo

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches653 Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only) When you select left or middle nee

SEWING THE STITCHES66aPress the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot and turn the main power to OFF.bRemove the flat bed attachment

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches673 BastingaSelect and attach presser foot “J”.bPress the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reinforce

viWHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINECheck operations and view advice on the large LCD (liquid crystal display).SPECIAL FEATURESPrepare the bobbin threa

SEWING THE STITCHES68eIron the dart to one side so that it is flat.GatheringUse on waists of skirts, sleeves of shirts, etc.aSelect a straight stitch

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches693Flat Fell SeamUse for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly.aSelect and attach presser foot “J”.bSew th

SEWING THE STITCHES70cSelect and attach presser foot “I”.dSew a straight stitch along the fold.* When the automatic thread cutting and automatic rei

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches713Zigzag Stitches Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, appliqué, patchwork, and many other applications. Se

SEWING THE STITCHES72 Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) Turn back the desired width of fabric and position it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the s

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches733Elastic Zigzag Stitches Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wide variety

SEWING THE STITCHES74Overcasting Use for the beginning and end of seams in skirts or trousers, and the beginning and end of all cuttings. Use presser

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches753 Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J” aSelect a stitch and attach presser foot “J”.bSew with the needle dropping

SEWING THE STITCHES76 Overcasting Using the Side CutterBy using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric.aSelect a stitch.bFo

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches773dPosition the side cutter so that the side cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the presser foot holder, and

viiHOW TO USE THIS MANUALChapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine

SEWING THE STITCHES78 When Sewing Straight Stitches While Using the Side CutterThe seam margin should be approximately 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch).a Sea

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches793Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find

SEWING THE STITCHES80 Piecing Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make sure the seam allowa

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches813 Appliqué aTrace the pattern onto the appliqué fabric and then cut around it, leaving a 3 to 5 mm (approx. 1/8

SEWING THE STITCHES82 Quilting with Satin Stitches Use the foot controller to sew with satin stitches. If you set the speed control slide to control

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches833 Free-motion QuiltingWith free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the feed dog position switc

SEWING THE STITCHES84bPress to set the machine to free-motion sewing mode.→ The key appears as , and the quilting foot is raised to the necessary h

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches853gLower the feed dog position switch, located at the rear of the base of the machine, to .a Rear of machineb Feed

SEWING THE STITCHES86aPress to set the machine to free-motion sewing mode.→ The key appears as , and the quilting foot is raised to the necessary h

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches873Free-motion echo quilting foot “E” measurement a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)b 9.5 mm (approx. 3/8 inch)aPress to