Brother He 1 Manual
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9 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Optional accessories The following are available as optional accessories. Memo zTo obtain optional accessories or part s, contact your sales representative, the nearest authorized service center or visit the website at http://www.brother.com . z All specifications are correct at the time of printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice.z Visit your nearest authorized dealer for a comple te listing of optional accessories available for your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. No. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread EBT-PE EBT-PEN: XC5996-001 2 Embroidery card - 3 Embroidery set (small) H 2 cm × W 6 cm(H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches)SA431 EF61: XA6630-102 4 Embroidery set (large)H 17 cm × W 10 cm (H 6-3/4 inches × W 4 inches)SA434 EF71: XC2026-102 5 Water soluble stabilizer SA520 BM5: XE0615-001 Stabilizer material for embroidery SA519 BM3: XE0806-001
10— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the machine and th eir functions are described below. Before using the machine, carefully read thes e descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view aThread guide cover (page 31 , 39) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. b Thread guide (page 31 , 39) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. c Spool pin (page 30 , 38) Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. d Bobbin winder (page 29) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. e LCD (liquid crystal di splay) (touch panel) (page 22) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. f Operation panel (page 13) Use the keys on this panel to select embroidery patterns, or check how to use the machine, etc. g Embroidery unit conne ctor slot (page 20) Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit. h Presser foot lever (page 28) Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the embroidery foot . i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these buttons to operate the machine. j Embroidery unit (page 19) Attach the embroidery unit to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. k Thread cutter (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle. m Thread tension dial (page 63) Adjust the upper thread tension with this dial. n Thread take-up lever (page 40) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 31) Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. introduction1 Page 10 Tuesday, August 19, 2008 4:54 PM
11 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Needle and embroidery foot section aThread guide disk (page 40) Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to thread the needle. bNeedle bar thread guide (page 40) Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. cNeedle plate When the needle is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. dNeedle plate cover (page 74) Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and race. eBobbin cover/bobbin case (page 35) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. fEmbroidery foot “Q” (page 76) This presser foot is used for embroidering. Right-side/rear view aHandle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine. bHandwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. cEmbroidery card slot (page 55) Insert the embroidery card. dUSB port (page 71) Connect the one end of the USB cable to this port and the other to the computer. eAir vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used. fMain power switch (page 18) Use the main power switch to turn the machine on and off. gPower supply jack (page 18) Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply jack. Memo zRefer to pages 10 through 13 while you are learning to use your machine. 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 11 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
12— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic machine operations. aStart/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop embroidering. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is pressed. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode. bNeedle position button Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle. Be sure to raise the needle before threading the needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. cThread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after embroidering is stopped to cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. CAUTION Note zDo not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is embroidering, otherwise damage to the machine may occur. zWhen cutting nylon thread or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine. Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is embroidering. Red: The machine can not embroider. Orange: The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right side. ●Do not press the thread cutter button after the threads have already been cut, otherwise the needle may break, the threads may become tangled or damage to the machine may occur. 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 12 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
13 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. aLCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. Touch the keys displayed on the LCD with your finger or a touch pen to perform operations. For details, refer to LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation (page 22). bBack key Press to return to the previous screen. cPrevious page key Press to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. dNext page key Press to display the next page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD.eMemory key Press to save embroidery patterns and the alphanumeric characters in the machine’s memory. fEmbroidery key Press to display the pattern type selection screen. gSettings key Press to display the settings screen. hHelp key Press to get help on using the machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 13 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
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1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Basic Steps for Embroidering ................................................................................... 16 Turning the Machine On/Off .................................................................................. 17 Attaching the Embroidery Unit................................................................................ 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation .................................................................. 22 Preparing Items for Embroidering ........................................................................... 26 Preparing the Needle............................................................................................... 27 Winding/Installing the Bobbin................................................................................. 29 Upper Threading ..................................................................................................... 37 Preparing the Fabric ................................................................................................ 43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame ............................................................................. 47 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 15 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
16 GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Basic Steps for Embroidering This section describes the preparations for embroidering. The basic steps for embroidering are as follows. ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ 1Embroidery unit attachmentAttach the embroidery unit. For details, refer to Attaching the embroidery unit (page 19). 2Needle preparationUse a needle matched to the fabric. For details, refer to Replacing the needle (page 28). 3Bobbin thread setupFor the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details, refer to Winding/Installing the Bobbin (page 29). 4Fabric preparationAttach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery frame. For details, refer to Preparing the Fabric (page 43). 5Embroidery frame attachmentAttach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit. For details, refer to Attaching the Embroidery Frame (page 47). 6Pattern selectionSelect an embroidery pattern. For details, refer to Selecting Embroidery Patterns (page 50). 7Upper thread setupSet up the upper thread according to the selected pattern. For details on setting up the thread, refer to Upper Threading (page 37). 8Checking the layoutCheck and adjust the size and position of the embroidery pattern. For details, refer to Adjusting the layout and the size (page 61). 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 16 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
Turning the Machine On/Off17 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING CAUTION ●Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ●Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power supply jack on the machine. ●Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition. ●Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances: When you are away from the machine After using the machine When the power fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms ●Use only the power cord included with this machine. ●Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result. ●Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ●When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock. ●Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use. ●Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a fire may result. 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 17 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM
18 GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Turning on the machine Memo zBefore turning on the machine, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. (For details, refer to “Attaching the Embroidery Unit” (page 19).) Prepare the included power supply cord. aMake sure that the machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to ), and then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. bInsert the plug of the power supply cord into a household electrical outlet. aPower supply jack c Press the right side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine to turn the machine on (set it to |). XThe light, LCD and (Start/stop button) light up when the machine is turned on. Memo zWhen the machine is turned on, the needle will make sound when it moves; this is not a malfunction. Turning off the machine When you have finished using the machine, turn it off. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. aMake sure that the machine is completely stopped. bPress the left side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine to turn the machine off (set it to ). XThe light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go off when the machine is turned off. cUnplug the power supply cord from the electrical outlet. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. dUnplug the power cord from the power supply jack. Note zIf a power outage occurs while the machine is being operated, turn off the machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. only) zThis appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way. 1 0711-0120-C-combo_E.book Page 18 Thursday, July 24, 2008 1:46 PM