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Machine Structure and Features ixNot all six needles can be used to sew at the same time. Only one needle is moved to the embroidering position at
Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine 833Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the MachineIn either of the following cases, the remain
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————843Touch .1 Touch to continue embroidering.2 Touch to cancel embroidering and disp
Adjusting the Thread Tension 853Adjusting the Thread TensionThe following procedure describes how to adjust the thread tension if the correct thre
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————864After making the adjustments, try embroidering with all needle bars to check th
4 EMBROIDERING SETTINGSThis chapter contains descriptions on the various embroidering settings, which make operation easier.Automatic Lock Stitch Sett
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————88Automatic Lock Stitch SettingThe machine can be set to automatically sew lock st
Starting/Ending Position Settings 894Starting/Ending Position SettingsThe machine can set the start point and the ending point separately from the
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————90Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonalExample1Specify the upper-left corne
Maximum Sewing Speed Setting 914Maximum Sewing Speed SettingThe maximum sewing speed can be set to one of five levels at every 100 rpm between 600
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————92Setting the Machine to Stop at Color ChangesThe machine can be stopped at any ti
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————xOther features Easy-to-read and easy-to-use LCDEquipped with a large color LCD, the
Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes 9343Touch so that it changes to .X The mark appears to indicate where the machine will stop.1 m
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————94Temporary Needle Bar SettingAfter embroidering begins, the machine can be stoppe
Temporary Needle Bar Setting 954Memo● The thread color (needle bar) change specified as described above only applies until the next color change.
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————96Reserved Needle Bar SettingsNormally, the machine automatically assigns thread c
Reserved Needle Bar Settings 974 Cancelling the settingTo change the setting, first cancel it, and then select the new setting.1Touch , , , , or
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS ——————————————————————————————————————————————98
5 SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNSThis chapter provides details on selecting, editing and saving embroidery patterns.Embroidery Data Precautions...
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————100Embroidery Data PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using e
Embroidery Data Precautions 1015 Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used• Compatible models:IBM PC with a U
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————102Selecting an Embroidery PatternVarious embroidery patterns are built into
Machine Structure and Features xi USB Type “B” (function) port connector available as standard equipmentIf a computer is connected to the machine
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 10353When a pattern is selected, the following keys at the right side of the screen allow you to edit the pattern.
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————104Embroidery patterns1Touch .X The list of embroidery patterns appears.2Sel
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1055Floral alphabet patterns1Touch .X The list of floral alphabet patterns appears.2Select an embroidery pattern.T
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————106Frame patterns1Touch .X The list of frame patterns appears.2In the upper
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1075Alphabet patternsThere are 14 built-in character fonts.1Touch .X The font selection screen appears.2Select a c
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————1085With one character entered, if necessary, change the size of the charact
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1095 Changing the text arrangementTouch to display the screen shown below. Touch the key for the desired text ar
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————1103Select the characters.Touch the tabs to select different character shape
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 11157Touch .X The design selection screen appears.8Touch .X The list of frame patterns appears.9Select a pattern.T
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————112Embroidery patterns stored in the machineEmbroidery patterns stored in th
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————xiiManual StructureThis manual is constructed as described below.Read before useChapt
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1135Embroidery cards (optional)1Insert the embroidery card into the machine’s embroidery card slot.With the side o
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————114Touch to return to the pattern list screen.Memo● Perform the same opera
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1155Note● The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into a connector in one direction. If it is difficu
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————116Memo● For details on large-size embroidery patterns, refer to Palette Sof
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1175 Disconnecting the USB cableBefore disconnecting the USB cable, click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon in
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS —————————————————————————————————————————————118Note● Only insert or remove USB media while appears in the display
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1195 Deleting embroidery dataFrom this screen, the embroidery data stored on the USB media can be organized by de
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————120Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen)The patterns can b
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) 1215Selecting the pattern to be editedIf multiple patterns are selected, you can choose wh
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————122Flipping a pattern horizontally1Touch so that it changes to .X The pat
xiiiContentsImportant Safety Instructions ...iLicense Agr
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) 12352Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired size.Each touch of a key slightly
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————1242Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired angle.Each touch of
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) 12554If necessary, touch the arrow keys to adjust the position of the pattern.For more det
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————126 Trimming the threads between charactersIf the machine is set to trim th
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) 12752Touch the keys to select the desired thread density.Each touch of a key slightly incr
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————128Changing the colors of the patternThe colors of the pattern can be change
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) 12954Touch .X The color change is confirmed.• Make sure to touch to specify the new colo
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————130Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Embroidering Settings Screen)In the embro
Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Embroidering Settings Screen) 1315Creating a repeating patternThe entire pattern can be copied and repeated the sp
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————132The size of the pattern is displayed after a key is touched to change it.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————xivPreviewing the Image ...
Editing a Combined Pattern 1335Editing a Combined PatternExample) In this section, we will combine text with floral alphabet pattern, which we wil
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————1346Touch .7Type “ood”.Touch the tab for lowercase letters to display the lo
Editing a Combined Pattern 1355bTouch to select the same font, and then type “Luck”.After touching “L”, touch the tab for lowercase letters to d
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————136gTouch .hTouch to reduce the pattern proportionately.iAfter reducing th
Saving Embroidery Patterns 1375Saving Embroidery PatternsMachine’s MemoryYou can save embroidery patterns that you have customized and will use of
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————138• If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pat
Saving Embroidery Patterns 1395When connecting the USB Card Reader/Writer to the machine’s USB Type “A” (host) port, be sure to secure the cable w
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS ————————————————————————————————————————140
6 BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATUREThis chapter contains descriptions on the use of the settings key, the machine operations key and the help key, intro
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————142Using the Settings KeyTouch (settings key) to change many of the basic
xvEMBROIDERING SETTINGS 87Automatic Lock Stitch Setting ... 8
Using the Settings Key 1436 Page 3A RESERVED NEEDLEA certain thread color can be set to a specific needle bar. The specified color remains assign
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————144Adjusting the brightness of the LCDThe brightness of the LCD can be speci
Using the Settings Key 1456Changing the languageThe display language can be set to any of the following.ENGLISH, GERMAN, FRENCH, ITALIAN, DUTCH, S
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————146Embroidering area of the extra-large embroidery frameEmbroidering area of
Using the Settings Key 1476 Center CursorThe cursor indicates the current needle drop point in the embroidering screen. The center cursor appears
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————148Thread color number (Madeira Poly)Thread color number (Madeira Rayon)Thre
Using the Settings Key 14961Touch (or ) and select the desired setting.The key appears as when “ON” is selected, and it appears as when “OF
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————1503Select the thread color number type.Touch and until the desired thre
Using the Settings Key 15166Repeat steps 2 through 5 to specify colors for the other boxes.• To change the color specified in a box, delete the pr
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————152 When using Tajima embroidery data (.dst)2If “ON” is selected, touch a
——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————xviDeleting short stitches ...
Using the Machine Operations Guide Key 1536Using the Machine Operations Guide KeyThis machine contains information based on the contents of the Op
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————1544Touch to display the next page.1 Next page keyTouch this key to displa
Using the Help Key 1556Using the Help Key If help is needed, touch (help key) to check an operation or to check the function of a key. Example:
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE —————————————————————————————————————————156
7 APPENDIXThis chapter provides descriptions of techniques for sewing applications, pointers for creating beautiful embroidery, and details on mainten
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————158Appliqué SewingThis section describes the procedure for sewing appliqués.Sewing appl
Appliqué Sewing 15975Lightly apply fabric glue or spray adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece that was cut out, and then attach the appliqué
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1603Lightly apply fabric glue or spray adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece that
Appliqué Sewing 16173Embroider over the appliqué fabric using the same frame pattern.• Be sure to stop the machine before the cross at the center
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————162Helpful Tips for the Operation of the MachineThis section provides descriptions to o
1 GETTING READYAfter unpacking the machine, first refer to “Included Accessories” on page 4, and check that all listed accessories are included. After
Helpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine 16376Touch (unlock key), and then press the start/stop key to begin embroidering.7Correct thread t
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1643With a fabric marker, mark this point on the fabric.4Set the beginning of stitching
Helpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine 1657Color thread tableAdditional explanations of the machine’s built-in color thread table and the c
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————166Creating Beautiful EmbroideryThe various precautions concerning the thread, embroide
Creating Beautiful Embroidery 1677Stabilizers (Backing)Backing and topping serve to stabilize and support the product being embroidered so the sti
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————168Hooping Techniques“Use the right tool for the right job” is a statement many of us h
Creating Beautiful Embroidery 1697Fabric/stabilizer compatibility chartFabric/GarmentNo. of Backing PiecesNo. of Topping PiecesCommentsTerry cloth
APPENDIX ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————170OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESAttaching an optional embroidery frame for industrial embro
Using the Optional Cap Frame 1717Using the Optional Cap FrameBy using the optional cap frame, patterns can be embroidered onto caps and hats. The
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————172Types of capsWith the machine, we recommend that the following types of caps be embr
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————2Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsThe names of the various parts of the sewi
Using the Optional Cap Frame 1737 Cap fabric not recommended for embroidering• Caps with a front panel that is less than 50 mm (2 inches) high (s
APPENDIX ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————1743Pass the machine bed through the ring of the cap frame driver.1 Machine bedNot
Using the Optional Cap Frame 1757 Adjusting the cap frame driver1 L-shaped bracket2 RingMemo● If the same machine is being used, the adjustment t
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1765Insert the pad between the machine bed and the ring of the cap frame driver.1 Pad2
Using the Optional Cap Frame 17772Tighten the two screws.• Make sure that the stopper is firmly secured.Attach the mounting jig to a stable mounti
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————178 For the standard typeUsing a Phillips screwdriver, turn the four screws (two on th
Using the Optional Cap Frame 17972Release the snap lock on the standard cap frame down and then disengage the latch. Open the clamping frame. Also
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1806Close the clamping frame, and then hook the catch of the snap lock to temporarily s
Using the Optional Cap Frame 18177While pulling the cap down with one hand, pull the lever of the snap lock to securely close it.1 Lever of the sn
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————182bRemove the standard cap frame from the mounting jig.Press both right and left holde
iImportant Safety InstructionsWhen using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:Read all instructions
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 31Right-side/rear view1 USB Type “A” (host) port connectorWhen using USB media, plug the USB media into
Using the Optional Cap Frame 18372Release the snap lock on the advanced cap frame down and then disengage the latch. Open the clamping frame. Also
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1847Close the clamping frame so that the brim of the cap passes between the inside clam
Using the Optional Cap Frame 1857Note● If the cap fabric is thick and the clamping frame cannot be closed, or if the fabric is thin and the cap is
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————186 Attaching the cap frame to the embroidery machineThe cap frame driver is required
Using the Optional Cap Frame 1877 For the advanced cap frame2After removing the brim holder, unlock the snap lock of the cap frame, remove the cl
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1886Align the holes on the embroidery frame holder with the pins in the frame-mounting
Using the Optional Cap Frame 18973When sewing outlines of patterns, make sure that the stitch width of the satin stitching is at least 2 mm, and t
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————190Using the Optional Bobbin WinderWhen winding the bobbin thread onto a metal bobbin,
Using the Optional Bobbin Winder 1917Setting up the optional bobbin winderAttach the spool pin, spool cushion and thread guide to the bobbin winde
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————192Winding the bobbinPrepare the bobbin and the spool of bobbin thread. Use cotton or s
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————4Included AccessoriesAfter opening the box, check that the following accessories are
Using the Optional Bobbin Winder 19375Pass the thread through the hole in the right of the thread guide toward the back of the machine.1 Hole in t
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1940The bobbin will stop rotating automatically when it is done winding, and the bobbin
Maintenance 1957MaintenanceSimple embroidery machine maintenance operations are described below. Always keep the machine clean, otherwise malfunct
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————1963Use the included cleaning brush to remove any lint and dust from the hook and its s
Maintenance 19773Use the included cleaning brush to remove any lint and dust from the moving knife, the fixed knife, the thread retaining plate, a
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————198Note● Do not bend the tension-adjusting spring. In addition, do not use anything oth
Maintenance 19973Rotate the handwheel (about 50 degrees) to move the race of the hook to a position where it can easily be oiled.1 Handwheel• Be s
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————200TroubleshootingOn-screen troubleshootingThis embroidery machine is equipped with an
Troubleshooting 2017TroubleshootingIf the machine does not operate correctly, check for the following points/issues before requesting service.If t
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————202The needle breaks.The area around the embroidery foot hole is damaged.1 Scratches or
Optional Accessories 51Optional AccessoriesThe following are available as optional accessories.Note● All specifications are correct at the time o
Troubleshooting 2037The upper thread breaks.The needle is not correctly installed .Correctly install the needle. p.63The needle set screw is loos
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————204The upper thread breaks.Sliding surface on hook is not smooth. There are burns on it
Troubleshooting 2057The upper thread breaks.The automatic needle-threading mechanism is broken.Consult your nearest authorized retailer.Adhesive
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————206The embroidery pattern is misaligned.Stabilizer (backing) is not used.Use stabilizer
Troubleshooting 2077There are loops in the upper thread.The thread tension does not correspond to the amount that the thread tension knob was tig
APPENDIX ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————208Although the thread is not broken, a broken thread error occurs and the machine
Troubleshooting 2097Error messagesIf the start/stop button is pressed while the machine is not correctly set up or if an incorrect operation is p
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————210Sewing cannot begin from the specified starting position.Change the starting positio
Troubleshooting 2117Patterns stored in the machine's memory cannot be recalled.The machine's memory may be damaged. Consult your neares
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————212More than 501 thread color changes are being specified in the pattern.Up to 501 thre
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————6Setting Up the MachineThe procedures for setting up the machine are described below.
Troubleshooting 2137If any of the following messages appear, consult your nearest authorized retailer.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————214
Troubleshooting 2157If the LCD cannot be readIf the LCD cannot be read after the machine is turned on, adjust the LCD as described below.1While to
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————2163Use the included touch pen to touch the center of the crosses on the screen, from 1
Specifications 2177SpecificationsEmbroidery machine specificationsItem SpecificationWeight 37 kg (81 Ibs.).Machine size 512(W) x 589(D) x 586 (H)
APPENDIX ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————218IndexSymbols“DST” TRIM SETTING ...142, 1
Index 2197Embroidery frame holderinstalling ...187removing ...
APPENDIX ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————220Screen ...16, 21, 22, 49Select
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Setting Up the Machine 71Setup locationSetup the machine in a location that meets the following requirements.• Position machine more than 50 mm (2
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————8.Setting up the machineWhen setting up the machine, adjust the legs so that the mach
Setting Up the Machine 91Adjusting the operation panel positionAdjust the orientation and angle of the operation panel so it can easily be operate
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————10Preparing the thread guide assemblyRaise the thread guide assembly. Locate the incl
Setting Up the Machine 111Positioning the spool standSecure the spool stand in the embroidering position.1Loosen the thumb screw, and then open up
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————123Secure the embroidery frame holder with the two thumb screws.1 Use the thumb screw
iiFOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLYIf this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug, then please read the following.IM
2 EMBROIDERING TUTORIALThis chapter describes the basic embroidering operations in order—from turning on the machine and sewing a pattern to finishing
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————14Operating PrecautionsThe necessary points to ensure the correct operation of thi
Operating Precautions 152Needle precautionsBe sure to observe the following precautions concerning the correct choice of needle for your machine.Ch
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————16Upper thread recommendationsBe sure to observe the following recommendations con
Basic Procedures 172Basic ProceduresBasic embroidering procedures are described below.Check the overall procedure below, before operating the embro
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————181. Installing the BobbinWhen the machine is purchased, only the bobbin case is i
Installing the Bobbin 192Installing the bobbin1Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.Note● Check that the thread winds off the bobbin clockwise as
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————202. Turning ON the MachineConnect the power supply cord, and then turn on the emb
Turning ON the Machine 212Understanding the screensWhen the machine is turned on and is touched, the pattern type selection screen appears. The o
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————22Screen overviewThe basic operation flow is shown below.In the pattern type selec
iiiFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)Responsible Party: Tacony Corporation1760 Gilsinn Lane,Fenton, Miss
Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 2323. Selecting an Embroidery PatternAs an example, we will select the pattern shown at the right, on the last page
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————24Selecting an embroidery patternWe will select a floral on the fourth page.1Touch
Editing the Embroidery Pattern 2524. Editing the Embroidery PatternWhen in the pattern list screen is touched, the pattern editing screen appears
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————265. Specifying Embroidering SettingWhen in the pattern editing screen is touche
Previewing the Image 2726. Previewing the ImageYou can view an image of the completed pattern within the embroidery frame.Checking a preview imageD
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————287. Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery FrameAfter selecting the pattern to be e
Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame 292 Hooping fabric in the small embroidery frameThe procedure for hooping fabric in the small embroider
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————308. Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the MachineAfter hooping the fabric in the
Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine 3121Loosen the two thumb screws on the embroidery frame holder. If the screw is too tight, please use
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————329. Checking the Embroidery AreaCheck the embroidery area to make sure that the e
ivTHANK YOU FOR CHOOSING OUR MACHINEYour machine is one of the most advanced computerized household embroidery machines. To fully enjoy all the featur
Upper Threading 33210. Upper ThreadingCheck the embroidering screen for information on which needle bars should be threaded with which thread color
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————341Touch .X The screen indicating that the spools be changed is closed.• In additi
Upper Threading 352Upper threadingUse embroidery thread to thread the needle bars in order, starting with needle bar 1.Press →→→ in order to vie
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————361Place on spool pin 1 the spool of thread with the color (lime green) specified
Upper Threading 3723Pass the thread through the hole in the number 1 upper thread guide. Pass the thread toward you from the inside of the thread g
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————386Pass the thread along the thread path indicated on the machine, and then pass i
Upper Threading 392Threading the needleUse the automatic needle-threading mechanism to thread the needle.Press →→→ (To page 2)→ in order to view
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————403Pass the thread under the guide on the presser foot.1 Guide on presser foot2 No
Upper Threading 412Note● If the thread is not taut, it may come out of the thread tension disc. After upper threading is finished, check again to m
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————4211. Sewing the EmbroideryNow, the embroidery machine is ready to begin sewing.Wh
vLicense AgreementThe enclosed machine includes data, software and/or documentation (collectively “CONTENT”) that are proprietary products of Baby Loc
Sewing the Embroidery 432X The following screen appears.1 A red frame around the thread information box indicates which needle bar is currently bei
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————44Stopping embroideringThe machine can be stopped during sewing. Temporarily paus
Checking the Thread Tension 45212. Checking the Thread TensionCheck the embroidery to see if it was sewn with the correct thread tension. If the th
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————4613. Removing the Embroidery Frame and FabricAfter sewing is finished, remove the
Turning OFF the Machine 47214. Turning OFF the MachineAfter all embroidery is finished, turn off the machine.1Set the main power switch to “{”.X Th
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————48● If the embroidery machine is turned off while the pattern editing screen is di
Screen Quick Reference Guide 492Screen Quick Reference GuideDescriptions of the keys and other information that appear in the screens are provided
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————50Understanding the pattern type selection screenIn this screen, select a pattern
Screen Quick Reference Guide 512Understanding the pattern list screenIn this screen, select the pattern.*Some patterns cannot be edited with 9, 0 o
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————52Understanding the pattern editing screenIn this screen, the pattern can be edite
viWarning LabelsThe following warning labels are on the machine.Be sure to observe the precautions described in the labels.12Please put a drop of oil
Screen Quick Reference Guide 532No. Display Key Name DescriptionReference Page1Pattern selection keysSelects the pattern that is being edited when
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————54Understanding the embroidering settings screenFrom this screen, the entire patte
Screen Quick Reference Guide 552* The functions and operations for the change thread color key 3 and the preview key C are the same in both the pat
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————56Understanding the embroidering screenFrom this screen, the total number of threa
Screen Quick Reference Guide 572No. Display Key Name DescriptionReference PageBReserve Stop keyWhile sewing embroidery, touch this key for the mach
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————58When You Have a Question, This May Help YouTECHNICAL TERMS: USB Type “A” (host)
When You Have a Question, This May Help You 592PATTERNS:Following patterns can be used to embroider by the machine.- Embroidery data with *.pes, *.
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL ——————————————————————————————————————————————60
3 OTHER BASIC PROCEDURESThis chapter provides explanations on operations other than those described in chapter 2, such as sewing a pattern with seven
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————62Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFFThe screen
viiPrecautionsConcerning optional embroidery cards• Do not disassemble or alter the embroidery cards.• Do not forcefully bend, drop, scratch or place
Changing the Needle 633Changing the NeedleIf the needle is bent or the tip of the needle is broken, replace the needle with a new one. Use the inc
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————64As shown in the illustration, press 1 to extend the needle-mounting clamp 2. Att
Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames 653Correctly Using the Embroidery FramesThe various types of embroidery frames and their uses are described
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————66Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to FabricIn order to prevent shrinkage of
Hooping the Fabric 673Hooping the FabricHooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames1Loosen the screw on the outer frame.1 Sc
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————68Using the embroidery sheetIn order to hoop the fabric so that the pattern will b
Hooping the Fabric 693Large/small pieces of fabricThis section provides information on embroidering fabric that is either much larger or much smal
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————70Embroidery Frame Position and MovementThe following provides information concern
Embroidery Frame Position and Movement 713• The embroidery frame is replaced while the embroidering settings screen or embroidering screen is disp
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————72Changing the Embroidering PositionWhen the embroidery machine is purchased, it w
———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————viiiMachine Structure and FeaturesSix-needle machine embroideringYour machine has six
Changing the Embroidering Position 7332Touch the arrow keys in the embroidery settings screen to move the embroidery frame so that the needle drop
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————742Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired angle.Each touch of a
Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors 753Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More ColorsWhen embroidering a pattern that u
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————76 Spool change indicator ( )The spool change indicator in the stitch navigating
Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors 773Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More ColorsThis section con
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————78Easily changing the thread spoolsWhen replacing the thread spools, it is necessa
If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering 793If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While EmbroideringIf t
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————80If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out1Touch , and then press the thread trimm
Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern 813Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the PatternIf you wish to restart embroid
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES —————————————————————————————————————————————82 To select the stitch from where embroidering is to beginTouch and to select
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