Brother Innov-is 1000 User manual

Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Operation Manual
CPS5XV[Y
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
EMBROIDERY
APPENDIX

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Important Safety Instructions
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.
This machine is intended for household use.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock
1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning,
when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the
machine unattended.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual
• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp
the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.
• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
•Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.
3 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4 Always keep your work area clear:
• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
•Do not store objects on the foot controller.
•Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.

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5 Special care is required when sewing:
•Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.
• Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments
in the needle area.
•Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.
•Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand
stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.
6This machine is not a toy:
• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.
• Do not use outdoors.
7 For a longer service life:
• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store
the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.
• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.
• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,
needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.
8 For repair or adjustment:
• If the Light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.
• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table
in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem
persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.
Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
Save these instructions.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................1
Introduction ........................................................................................................................7
Sewing Machine Features ....................................................................................................7
Accessories..........................................................................................................................8
Included accessories .........................................................................................................................................8
Optional accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...................................................................10
Front view....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Needle and presser foot section ......................................................................................................................11
Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................11
Operation buttons ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Operation panel.............................................................................................................................................. 13
GETTING READY 15
Turning the Machine On/Off.............................................................................................16
Power supply precautions ............................................................................................................................... 16
Turning on the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17
Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation............................................................................18
Viewing the LCD.............................................................................................................................................18
Changing the machine settings........................................................................................................................19
Checking machine operating procedures ........................................................................................................ 21
Winding/Installing the Bobbin...........................................................................................23
Bobbin precautions .........................................................................................................................................23
Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Installing the bobbin ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Upper Threading ...............................................................................................................29
About the spool of thread................................................................................................................................ 29
Threading the upper thread ............................................................................................................................. 29
Threading the needle ......................................................................................................................................32
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) ................................................................33
Using the twin needle .....................................................................................................................................34
Pulling up the bobbin thread........................................................................................................................... 36
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................38
Needle precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 38
Needle types and their uses............................................................................................................................. 39
Checking the needle .......................................................................................................................................40
Replacing the needle.......................................................................................................................................40
Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................42
Presser foot precautions .................................................................................................................................. 42
Replacing the presser foot ............................................................................................................................... 42
Removing and attaching the presser foot holder .............................................................................................. 44
Sewing Cylindrical Pieces..................................................................................................45
Free-arm sewing..............................................................................................................................................45
SEWING BASICS 47
Sewing...............................................................................................................................48
General sewing procedure ..............................................................................................................................48
Selecting stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 49
Positioning the fabric ......................................................................................................................................50
Starting to sew.................................................................................................................................................51
Securing the stitching ......................................................................................................................................53
Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 54

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Setting the Stitch ...............................................................................................................56
Adjusting the stitch width................................................................................................................................ 56
Adjusting the stitch length ............................................................................................................................... 57
Adjusting the thread tension............................................................................................................................ 57
Useful Functions................................................................................................................59
Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches.......................................................................................59
Automatically cutting the thread .....................................................................................................................60
Mirroring stitches ............................................................................................................................................61
Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................62
Trial sewing .................................................................................................................................................... 62
Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................62
Sewing curves ................................................................................................................................................. 62
Adjusting the presser foot pressure ..................................................................................................................62
Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................63
Sewing thin fabrics.......................................................................................................................................... 64
Sewing stretch fabrics......................................................................................................................................64
Sewing an even seam allowance..................................................................................................................... 64
UTILITY STITCHES 65
Stitch Setting Chart ...........................................................................................................66
Utility stitches ................................................................................................................................................. 66
Other stitches.................................................................................................................................................. 70
Selecting Stitching .............................................................................................................71
Stitch types...................................................................................................................................................... 71
Selecting stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 71
Saving stitch settings .......................................................................................................................................73
Overcasting Stitches..........................................................................................................74
Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G" .................................................................................... 74
Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J" .............................................................................................75
Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter ............................................................................... 76
Basic Stitching ...................................................................................................................78
Basting ............................................................................................................................................................78
Basic stitching ................................................................................................................................................. 78
Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................80
Buttonhole Stitching..........................................................................................................82
Buttonhole sewing ..........................................................................................................................................83
Button sewing ................................................................................................................................................. 87
Zipper Insertion.................................................................................................................89
Inserting a centered zipper .............................................................................................................................. 89
Inserting a side zipper .....................................................................................................................................91
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ............................................................................94
Stretch stitching...............................................................................................................................................94
Elastic attaching .............................................................................................................................................. 94
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ..........................................................................96
Appliqué stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 96
Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ..................................................................................................................... 98
Piecing............................................................................................................................................................ 98
Quilting ..........................................................................................................................................................99
Free-motion quilting......................................................................................................................................101
Satin stitching................................................................................................................................................ 102
Reinforcement Stitching ..................................................................................................103
Triple stretch stitching ................................................................................................................................... 103
Bar tack stitching...........................................................................................................................................103
Darning.........................................................................................................................................................105
Eyelet Stitching................................................................................................................107

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Decorative Stitching........................................................................................................108
Fagoting ........................................................................................................................................................ 109
Scallop stitching............................................................................................................................................ 110
Smocking ...................................................................................................................................................... 110
Shell tuck stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 111
Joining .......................................................................................................................................................... 112
Heirloom stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 113
Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns .............................................................116
Sewing beautiful patterns .............................................................................................................................. 116
Sewing patterns............................................................................................................................................. 116
Changing the length for satin stitches ............................................................................................................ 117
Realigning the pattern ................................................................................................................................... 117
Sewing Combined Patterns..............................................................................................120
Combining patterns.......................................................................................................................................120
Storing patterns ............................................................................................................................................. 122
Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch)..........................................................................124
Drawing a sketch of the pattern..................................................................................................................... 124
Entering the pattern data ...............................................................................................................................125
Examples of designs ...................................................................................................................................... 127
EMBROIDERY 129
Embroidering Neatly .......................................................................................................130
What to prepare ............................................................................................................................................ 130
Embroidery step by step ................................................................................................................................ 132
Attaching the Embroidery Foot........................................................................................133
Attaching the embroidery foot....................................................................................................................... 133
Removing the embroidery foot ...................................................................................................................... 135
Attaching the Embroidery Unit........................................................................................136
Embroidery unit precautions ......................................................................................................................... 136
Attaching the embroidery unit....................................................................................................................... 136
Removing the embroidery unit ...................................................................................................................... 138
Replacing the bobbin case ............................................................................................................................ 138
Preparing the Fabric ........................................................................................................139
Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ................................................................................................... 139
Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame.....................................................................................................140
Attaching the Embroidery Frame.....................................................................................143
Attaching the embroidery frame ....................................................................................................................143
Removing the embroidery frame ...................................................................................................................144
Selecting Embroidery Patterns.........................................................................................145
Copyright information .................................................................................................................................. 145
Embroidery pattern types............................................................................................................................... 145
LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...........................................................................................................146
Selecting alphabet characters ........................................................................................................................148
Selecting an embroidery pattern.................................................................................................................... 149
Selecting a frame pattern............................................................................................................................... 150
Using an embroidery card ............................................................................................................................151
Embroidering...................................................................................................................152
Embroidering a pattern..................................................................................................................................152
Appliquéing ................................................................................................................................................. 154
Editing and Saving Patterns .............................................................................................156
Adjusting the layout ......................................................................................................................................156
Storing patterns ............................................................................................................................................. 158
Adjusting the thread tension.......................................................................................................................... 159
Resewing ...................................................................................................................................................... 160
Thread runs out partway through a design.....................................................................................................160
Stopping while embroidering ........................................................................................................................161

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APPENDIX 163
Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................164
Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 164
Cleaning the race .......................................................................................................................................... 164
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................166
Error messages .............................................................................................................................................. 171
Adjusting the LCD......................................................................................................................................... 174
Operation beep............................................................................................................................................. 174
Canceling the operation beep ....................................................................................................................... 175
Index ................................................................................................................................176

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the
"Important Safety Instructions" (page 1), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various
functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be
accessed for future reference.
Sewing Machine Features
aSimple bobbin-winding
The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 23).
bBuilt-in stitches
You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches (page 66).
cQuick-set bobbin
You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 27).
dAutomatic thread cutting
The thread can be cut automatically after sewing (page 60).
eEmbroidery
You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery
cards (page 129).
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Accessories
Included accessories
After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer.
Note
(For U.S.A. only)
zFoot controller: Model T
This foot controller can be used on this
machine model NV1000.
zThe screw of the presser foot holder is
available through your authorized dealer.
(Part code: XA4813-051)
z
The organized accessory tray is available, through
your authorized dealer. (Part code: XC4489-051)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.*
11. 12. 13. 14 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26.
27. 28. 29. 30. 31.
*75/11 2 needles
90/14 2 needles
90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle
(gold colored)
No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code
U.S.A. / Canada Others U.S.A. / Canada Others
1 Buttonhole foot "A" XC2691-053 17 Spool cap (medium) (2) X55260-153
2 Overcasting foot "G" XC3098-051 18 Spool cap (small) 130013-154
3 Monogramming foot "N" X53840-351 19 Extra spool pin XC4654-051
4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-051 20 Spool net XA5523-050
5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) XC3021-051 21 Foot controller XD0501-021(EU area)
XD8816-021(other areas)
6 Blind stitch foot "R" X56409-051 22 Operation manual XD0486-051
7 Button fitting foot "M" 130489-001 23 Quick reference guide XD0487-051
8 Seam ripper X54243-051 24 Embroidery foot "Q" XD0474-051
9 Bobbin (4) SA156 SFB: XA5539-
151 25 Embroidery set (large)
H 18cm X W 13 cm
(H 7 inches X W 5 inches) SA444/EF84 EF84:
XD0600-
002
10 Needle set X58358-051 26 Embroidery bobbin thread
(white) SA-EBT X81164-001 EBT-CEN
11 Twin needle X59296-151
12 Cleaning brush X59476-051 27 Grid sheet set SA527
GS4: XC4549-050
13 Eyelet punch 135793-001 28 Scissors XC1807-121
14 Screwdriver (large) X55467-051 29 Hard case XC9701-052
15 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 30 Accessory bag XC4487-051
16 Spool cap (large) 130012-054 31 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051

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Optional accessories
The following are available as optional accessories.
Memo
zTo obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized
service center.
z
All specifications are correct at the time of printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice.
zVisit your nearest authorized retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your
machine.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9.
10. 11. 12.
No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code
U.S.A. / Canada Other U.S.A. / Canada Other
1 Side cutter "S" SA177 F054:
XC3879-002 10
Embroidery set (medium)
H 10 cm X W 10 cm
(H 4 inches X W 4 inches)
SA443/
EF83 EF83: XD0599-002
2 Quilting guide SA132 F016N:
XC2215-002 11
Embroidery set (extra large
(multi-position))
H 30 cm X W 18 cm
(H 12 inches X W 7 inches)
SA445/
EF85 EF85: XD0601-002
3 Walking foot SA140
F033N: XC2214-103 12 Wide table SA545 WT5: XC9567-152
4 Quilting foot SA129 F005N: XC1948-002
5
Embroidery bobbin
thread (white) SA-EBT X81164-001
EBT-CEN
Embroidery bobbin
thread (black) SAEBT999 XC5520-001 EBT-CEBN
6Alternate bobbin case
(pink marking) XC8167-151
7
Water solude stabilizer SA520
BM4: X81267-001
EBT-CEN
Stubilizer material for
embroidery SA519
BM3: X81175-001
EBT-CEN
8 Embroidery card
9Embroidery set (small) H 2 cm X W 6 cm
(H 1 inch X W 2-1/2 inches)
SA442/
EF82
EF82 : XD0598-002

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Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions
The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before
using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.
Front view
aThread guide plate
Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when
threading the upper thread.
bThread guide cover
Like with the thread guide plate, pass the thread around
the thread guide cover when threading the upper
thread.
cSpool pin
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.
dBobbin winding thread guide
Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding
the bobbin thread.
eTop cover
Open the top cover to place the spool of thread on the
spool pin.
fBobbin winder
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.
gOperation panel
From the operation panel, stitch settings can be viewed
and edited, and operations for using the machine can be
displayed (page 13).
hEmbroidery unit connector slot
Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit.
iPresser foot lever
Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower
the presser foot
jOperation buttons
Use these buttons to operate the machine.
kFlat bed attachment
Insert the accessories tray into the accessory
compartment of the flat bed attachment. Remove the
flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces
such as sleeve cuffs.
lThread cutter
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.
mNeedle threader lever
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Needle and presser foot section
aButtonhole lever
Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes
and bar tacks.
bThread guide disk
Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when
using the needle threader to thread the needle.
cNeedle bar thread guide
Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread
guide.
dNeedle plate
The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing
straight seams.
eNeedle plate cover
Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case
and race.
fBobbin cover/bobbin case
Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin
into the bobbin case.
gFeed dogs
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.
hPresser foot
The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the
fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate
presser foot for the selected stitching.
iPresser foot holder
The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder.
Right-side/rear view
aHandle
Carry the sewing machine by its handle when
transporting the machine.
bHandwheel
Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to
raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.
cEmbroidery card slot
Insert the embroidery card.
dAir vent
The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be
exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing
machine is being used.
eMain power switch
Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine
on and off.
fFoot controller jack
Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable
into the foot controller jack.
gPower supply jack
Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power
supply jack.
hFeed dog position switch
Use the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs.
iPresser foot pressure dial
Use the presser foot pressure dial to adjust the amount
of pressure that the presser foot applies.
Memo
zRefer to pages 10 through 13 while you are
learning to use your machine.

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Operation buttons
The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.
aStart/stop button
Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The
machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of
sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is
stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details,
refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).
The button changes color according to the machine’s
operation mode.
bReverse/reinforcement stitch button
Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew
reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse
stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to
sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches
are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.
For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 53).
cNeedle position button
Press the needle position button to raise or lower the
needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.
dThread cutter button
Press the thread cutter button after sewing is stopped to
cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. For details,
refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 54).
eSewing speed controller
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing
speed.
CAUTION
Note
zDo not press the thread cutter button if there
is no fabric under the presser foot or while
the machine is sewing, otherwise damage to
the machine may occur.
zWhen cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon
thread or other special threads, use the
thread cutter on the side of the machine. For
details, refer to "Using the thread cutter"
(page 55).
Green: The machine is ready to sew or is
sewing.
Red: The machine can not sew.
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.

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Operation panel
The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys.
aLCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)
Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed.
Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform
operations.
For details, refer to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Operation" (page 18).
bBack key
Press to return to the previous screen.
cPrevious page key
Displays the previous screen when there are items that
are not displayed on the LCD.
dNext page key
Displays the next screen when there are items that are
not displayed on the LCD.
eMemory key
Press to enter character embroidery, combined stitch
patterns, My Custom Stitch patterns, etc into the sewing
machine memory.
fUtility stitch key
Press this key to select a utility stitch or decorative stitch
or to design a stitch pattern using the My Custom Stitch
function.
gEmbroidery key
Press this key to sew embroidery.
hSettings key
Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound,
and more.
iSewing machine help key
Press to get help on using the sewing machine.
Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread /
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle
replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery
frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser
foot replacement.
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1 GETTING READY
The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................16
Power supply precautions ..................................................................................16
Turning on the machine .....................................................................................17
Turning off the machine .....................................................................................17
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation..................................................................18
Viewing the LCD ................................................................................................18
Changing the machine settings...........................................................................19
Checking machine operating procedures ...........................................................21
Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................23
Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................23
Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................23
Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................27
Upper Threading .....................................................................................................29
About the spool of thread ..................................................................................29
Threading the upper thread................................................................................29
Threading the needle..........................................................................................32
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................33
Using the twin needle ........................................................................................34
Pulling up the bobbin thread..............................................................................36
Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................38
Needle precautions ............................................................................................38
Needle types and their uses................................................................................39
Checking the needle...........................................................................................40
Replacing the needle ..........................................................................................40
Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................42
Presser foot precautions.....................................................................................42
Replacing the presser foot ..................................................................................42
Removing and attaching the presser foot holder ................................................44
Sewing Cylindrical Pieces........................................................................................45
Free-arm sewing.................................................................................................45

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Turning the Machine On/Off
This section explains how to turn the sewing 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.
●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
●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.

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Turning on the machine
Prepare the included power cord.
aMake sure that the sewing 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
cPress 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.
Turning off the machine
When you are finished using the sewing machine,
turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing
machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.
aMake sure that the machine is not sewing.
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 sewing lamps 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 supply cord from the power
supply jack.
Note
zIf a power outage occurs while the sewing
machine is being operated, turn off the
sewing machine and unplug the power
supply cord. When restarting the sewing
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.
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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation
Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front
of the sewing machine.
Viewing the LCD
When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on, and the following screen is displayed.
The screen is changed using the keys below the screen, and operations performed by directly touching the icons
on the LCD screen.
■Utility stitch selection screen
aSelected stitch
bPresser foot to be used
cStitches
dStitch settings and twin needle sewing
eStitch width (mm)
fStitch length (mm)
gThread tension
hNumber of the selected stitch
iNumber of stitches contained in the selected stitch
type
jHorizontal mirror image
kAutomatic thread cutting
lAutomatic reverse/reinforcement
mSingle/twin needle sewing and needle stop position
■Stitch type selection screen
Press (Utility stitch key) to display the screen for selecting the stitch type. The details are explained in
"Selecting stitching" (page 49).
Memo
zA different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached.
zRefer to "Error messages" (page 171) for messages displayed on the LCD.
zDepending on the model of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed when the power is turned
on. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed if you touch the LCD with
your finger.
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Changing the machine settings
Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed.
The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below.
Attribute Icon Details Settings
Needle
position
Specifies where the needle is positioned
when the sewing machine is stopped. Down Up
Stitch width
control
Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with
the sewing speed controller.
Vertical pattern
adjustment
Adjusts the up and down position of the
pattern (page 117). -9 to +9
Thread color
display
Changes the thread color display on the
embroidery screen.
Thread color/Time to embroider/
Needle count/Thread number (#123)
(When "Thread No. #123" is selected)
Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/
Madeira rayon/Sulky/Robison anton
Display unit
Selects the measurement units that are
displayed (only for embroidering). mm/INCH
Embroidery
tension
Adjusts the thread tension for embroidering
(only for embroidering). -8 to +8
Max
embroidery
speed
Specifies the maximum embroidering
speed.
Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded
with each operation (page 175).
Opening
screen
Sets whether or not to display the opening
screen when the power is turned on.
(There are models where this cannot be changed.)
Initial needle
position
Select the straight stitch that is automatically
selected when the machine is turned on.
Language Allows the language used in the screens to
be changed.
English/German/French/Italian/
Dutch/Spanish/Japanese/Danish/
Norwegian/Finnish/Swedish/
Portuguese/Russian/others
LCD brightness Adjusts the brightness of the LCD. Lighter Darker
Stitch counter
Display the service count and the total
number of embroidery stitches. The service
count is a reminder to take your machine in
for regular servicing. (Contact your
authorized dealer for details.)
Product
number
NO.: The "NO." is the number for the
embroidery and sewing machine.
Program
version
Version: Display the program version.