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    							VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN
    Embroidery
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    ■Key Functions
    Using these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, etc.
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    Note
     Some operations or functions are not avail-
    able for certain patterns. If the key display is 
    light gray, you cannot use that function or 
    operation with the selected pattern. 
    No.DisplayKey NameExplanationPage
    m Fabric scan key Press this key to scan the fabric to align the embroidery position. 211
    n Image keyPress this key for a preview of the sewn image.  217
    o Arrow keys 
    (  Center key)Press an arrow key to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. 
    (Press the Center key to return the pattern to the center of the embroidery 
    area.) 240
    p Rotate keyPress this key to rotate the pattern. You can rotate a pattern one degree, 10 
    degrees or 90 degrees at a time. 242
    q Size keyPress this key to change the size of the pattern. 241
    r Density keyPress this key to change the density of alphabet character or frame patterns. 244
    s Horizontal mirror 
    image keyPress this key to create a horizontal mirror image of the pattern.
    243
    t Multi color key Press this key to change the color of each letter when sewing alphabet 
    character patterns.  245
    u Memory key Press this key to save a pattern in the machine’s memory, USB media or a 
    computer.  251-253
    v Return keyPress this key to return to the pattern type selection screen.  —
    w Cut/Tension key Press this key to specify automatic thread cutting, thread trimming or the thread 
    tension. For embroidery, these functions are set automatically. 235-236
    x Forward/Back key Press this key to move the needle forward or back in the pattern; useful if the 
    thread breaks while sewing or if you want to start again from the beginning.  230-232
    y Starting point key Press this key to move the needle start position to align the needle with the 
    pattern position.  240
    z Trial keyPress this key to check the position of the pattern.The embroidery frame moves 
    to the desired position so you can check that there is enough space to sew the 
    pattern. 216
    Q Embroidery 
    positioning keyPress this key to align the embroideri
    ng position using the built-in camera. 213
    R Uninterrupted 
    embroidery keyPress this key to embroider the selected pattern with a single color.
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    							PREPARING THE FABRIC
    200
    PREPARING THE FABRIC
    Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers 
    (Backing) to the Fabric 
    For best results in your embroidery projects, 
    always use stabilizer material for embroidery. 
    Follow the package instructions for the stabilizer 
    being used. 
    Press  →   →    → 
      →    in this order to display a 
    video example of attaching iron-on stabilizers 
    (backing) to the fabric (see page 46). Follow the 
    steps explained below to complete the operation.
    When using fabrics that cannot be ironed (such as 
    towel or fabrics that have loops which expand 
    when ironed) or in places where ironing is 
    difficult, position the stabilizer material under the 
    fabric without fusing it, then position the fabric 
    and stabilizer in the embroidery frame, or check 
    with your authorized dealer for the correct 
    stabilizer to use. 
    aUse a piece of stabilizer which is larger 
    than the embroidery frame being used.
    a Size of the embroidery frame 
    b Iron-on stabilizer (backing)
     CAUTION
     Use fabrics with a thickness of less than 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch). Using fabrics thicker than 3 mm 
    (approx. 1/8 inch) may cause the needle to break.
     When using layers with thicker batting etc., you can sew more attractive embroidery by adjusting the  embroidery presser foot height in the embroidery settings screen (see below).
     In the case of thick terry cloth towels we recommend that you place a piece of water soluble stabilizer on  the top surface of the towel. This will help to reduce the nap of the toweling and result in more attractive 
    embroidery.
    Note
     Press  , and select page 6/8 to use   and   in the Embroidery Foot Height display in the 
    embroidery settings screen. Adjust the presser foot height for thick or puffy fabrics.
     To increase the space between the presser foot and the needle plate, set the embroidery foot height to  a larger number, 1.5 mm setting is used for most embroidery.
     CAUTION
     Always use a stabilizer material for 
    embroidery when sewing stretch fabrics, 
    lightweight fabrics, fabrics with a coarse 
    weave, or fabrics which cause pattern 
    shrinkage. Otherwise, the needle may break 
    and cause injury. Not using a stabilizer 
    material may result in a poor finish to your 
    project.  
    						
    							PREPARING THE FABRIC
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    bIron the iron-on stabilizer material to the 
    wrong side of the fabric. 
    aFusible side of stabilizer 
    b Fabric (wrong side)
    Memo
     When embroidering on thin fabrics such as 
    organdy or lawn, or on napped fabrics such 
    as towel or corduroy, use water soluble sta-
    bilizer (sold separately) for best results. The 
    water soluble stabilizer material will dissolve 
    completely in water, giving the project a 
    more attractive finish.  
    						
    							PREPARING THE FABRIC
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    Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame 
    ■Types of Embroi dery Frames 
    Other optional embroidery frame can be used. When choosing frames that do not appear on the screen, be sure 
    to check the design size of the embroidery field of the optional frame. Check with your authorized dealer for 
    frame compatibility.
    Select a frame that matches the pattern size. Included frame options are displayed on the LCD. 
    aHighlighted: Can be used
    b Shaded: Cannot be used
    Extra LargeQuiltMediumSmall
    Embroidery field 30 cm  × 20 cm
    (approx. 12 inches  × 8 inches) Embroidery field
    20 cm  × 20 cm
    (approx. 8 inches  × 8 inches) Embroidery field
    10 cm ×  10 cm
    (approx. 4 inches  × 4 inches) Embroidery field
    2 cm ×  6 cm
    (approx. 1 inch ×  2-1/2 inches)
    Use when embroidering 
    connected or combined 
    characters or patterns, or when 
    embroidering large patterns. Use when embroidering patterns 
    between 10 cm ×
     10 cm (approx. 
    4 inches  × 4 inches) and 
    20 cm   × 20 cm (approx. 8 inches 
    ×  8 inches).  Use when embroidering patterns 
    under 10 cm 
    × 10 cm 
    (approx. 4 inches  × 4 inches).  Use for embroidering names or 
    very small patterns.
     CAUTION
     If you use a frame that is too small, the presser foot may strike the frame during sewing and cause injury. 
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    							PREPARING THE FABRIC
    Embroidery
    203
    5
    ■Inserting the Fabric
    Press   →   →   → 
      →    in this order to display a 
    video example of hoping the fabric in the 
    embroidery frame (see page 46). Follow the steps 
    explained below to complete the operation.
    aLift-up and loosen the frame adjustment 
    screw and remove the inner frame.
    a Frame adjustment screw
    b Inner frame
    bLay the fabric right side up on top of the 
    outer frame.
    Re-insert the inner frame m aking sure to align the 
    inner frame’s   with the outer frame’s  .
    a Inner frame’s 
    b Outer frame’s 
    c Frame adjustment screw 
    cSlightly tighten the frame adjustment screw, 
    and then remove the slack in the fabric by 
    pulling on the edges and corners. Do not 
    loosen the screw. 
    dGently stretch the fabric taut, and tighten 
    the frame adjustment screw to keep the 
    fabric from loosening after stretching. 
    * After stretching the fabric, make sure the fabric is 
    taut.
    * Make sure the inside and outside frames are even  before you start embroidering. 
    a Outer frame 
    b Inner frame 
    c Fabric 
    Note
     If the fabric is not securely held in the 
    embroidery frame, the embroidery design 
    will sew out poorly. Insert the fabric on a 
    level surface, and gently stretch the fabric 
    taut in the frame. Follow the steps below to 
    insert the fabric correctly. 
    Memo
     Stretch the fabric from all four corners and all four edges. While stretching the fabric, 
    tighten the frame adjustment screw.  
    						
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    eReturn the frame adjustment screw to its 
    initial position.
    ■Using the Embroidery Sheet 
    When you want to embroider the pattern in a 
    particular place, use the embroidery sheet with the 
    frame. 
    aWith a chalk pencil, mark the area of the 
    fabric you want to embroider. 
    a Embroidery pattern
    b Mark
    bPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner 
    frame. Align the guide lines on the 
    embroidery sheet with the mark you made 
    on the fabric. 
    aInner frame
    b Guide line 
    cGently stretch the fabric so there are no 
    folds or wrinkles, and press the inner frame 
    into the outer frame.
    aInner frame
    b Outer frame
    dRemove the embroidery sheet.
    Memo
     You can use the included screw driver when 
    you loosen or tighten the frame adjustment 
    screw. 
    						
    							PREPARING THE FABRIC
    Embroidery
    205
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    Embroidering Small Fabrics or 
    Fabric Edges 
    Use an embroidery stabilizer to provide extra 
    support. After embroidering, remove the stabilizer 
    carefully. Attach the stabilizer as shown in the 
    following examples. We recommend using a 
    stabilizer for embroidery. 
    ■Embroidering Small Fabrics
    Use a temporary spray adhesive to adhere the small 
    piece of fabric to the larger piece in the frame. 
    If you do not wish to use a temporary spray 
    adhesive, attach the stabilizer with a basting stitch.
    a Fabric 
    b Stabilizer 
    ■Embroidering Edges or Corners
    Use a temporary spray adhesive to adhere the small 
    piece of fabric to the larger piece in the frame. 
    If you do not wish to use a temporary spray 
    adhesive, attach the stabilizer with a basting stitch. 
    a Fabric 
    b Stabilizer 
    ■Embroidering Ribbons or Tape
    Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray 
    adhesive.
    a Ribbon or tape
    b Stabilizer  
    						
    							ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME
    206
    ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME
    Press  →   →    →   →   in this order to display a video 
    example of attaching the embroidery frame (see page 46). Follow the steps explained below to complete 
    the operation.
    aPress the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to 
    raise the presser foot.
    bAlign the embroidery frame guide with the 
    right edge of the embroidery frame holder.
    a Embroidery frame holder 
    b Embroidery frame guide 
    cSlide the embroidery frame into the holder, 
    making sure to align the embroidery frame’s 
     with the holder’s  .
    a Arrow mark
    dLower the frame-securing lever to be level 
    with the frame to secure the embroidery 
    frame in the embroidery frame holder.
    aFrame-securing lever
    Note
     Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the embroidery frame. 
     CAUTION
     If the frame-securing lever is not lowered, the 
    following message appears. You cannot start 
    sewing until you lower the frame-securing 
    lever. 
    						
    							ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME
    Embroidery
    207
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    ■Removing the Embroidery Frame
    aRaise the frame-securing lever.
    bPull the embroidery frame toward you. 
    						
    							CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION
    208
    CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION
    The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. If the pattern needs to be 
    repositioned for better placement on the garment, you can check the layout before starting embroidery.
    Aligning the Embroidering 
    Position Using the Built-In 
    Camera
    The camera built into this machine can be used to 
    easily align the embroidering position. This is 
    useful for patterns which need to be embroidered 
    in a particular position as shown below.
    aUse a chalk pencil to draw a cross at the 
    desired embroidering location.
    aChalk pencil mark
    * Display the grid lines or  cross grid lines in the 
    pattern display area to check the pattern orientation. 
    (Refer to “Changing the Embroidery Frame Display” 
    on page 238.)
    bHoop the fabric.
    Note
     When hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame, 
    make sure that the embroidery pattern will fit within 
    the embroidering area of the frame being used.
    a Embroidering area
    b Embroidery pattern size
    c Chalk pencil mark 
    						
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