Computerized sewing and embroidery machine (173 pages)
Summary of Contents for Brother SE1800
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GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code: 885-U01/U04 Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
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Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com...
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below.
GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off ..................18 Power supply precautions ..................18 Turning on the machine ..................19 Turning off the machine ..................19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation..............20 Viewing the LCD ....................20 Changing the machine settings................21 Checking machine operating procedures ............23 Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................25...
SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing........................50 General sewing procedure .................50 Selecting stitching ....................51 Positioning the fabric ..................52 Starting to sew ....................53 Securing the stitching..................55 Cutting the thread ....................56 Setting the Stitch .....................58 Adjusting the stitch width ..................58 Adjusting the stitch length..................59 Adjusting the thread tension ................59 Useful Functions......................61...
UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Stitch Setting Chart ......70 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ........105 Utility stitches ........ 70 Other stitches......... 74 Appliqué stitching ......106 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching..107 Selecting Stitching ....... 77 Piecing..........107 Stitch types........
Hold the quilting foot in place with your right Note hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder The optional quilting guide is available screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. through brother dealer. a Presser foot holder screw...
EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Successful Embroidering....144 Selecting Embroidery Patterns ...159 Copyright information....159 What to prepare......144 Embroidery pattern types .....159 Embroidery step by step ....146 LCD (liquid crystal display) Attaching the Embroidery Foot..147 operation ..........160 Attaching the embroidery foot ..
APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance ..................184 Restrictions on oiling..................184 Precautions on storing the machine ..............184 Cleaning the machine surface ................184 Cleaning the race .....................184 Troubleshooting ....................186 Frequent troubleshooting topics...............186 Upper thread tightened up................186 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric............187 Incorrect thread tension...................189 Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed .........190...
If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at “ http://support.brother.com ” .
You can use USB media and a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on our website at “ http://support.brother.com ”, please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below.
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Please visit us at where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 885-U01/U04 Printed in China XE6389-2012...