Brother He 1 Manual

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Attaching the Embroidery Unit
This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit.
Embroidery unit precautions
CAUTION
Note
zDo not touch the connector in the 
embroidery unit connector slot. The 
connector could be damaged, and it may 
cause malfunctions.
zDo not lift up on the embroidery carriage, 
and do not forcefully move it. It may cause 
malfunctions....

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bSlide the embroidery unit onto the machine 
arm.
Push it in until it clicks and stops.
XThe embroidery unit is attached.
Note
zMake sure that there is no gap between the 
embroidery unit and the machine, otherwise 
the embroidery pattern may not be sewn 
correctly.
Be sure to fully insert the connector into the 
connection port.
zDo not push on the carriage when attaching 
the embroidery unit to the...

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Removing the embroidery unit
Make sure that the machine is completely stopped 
and follow the instructions below.
aRemove the embroidery frame.
 For details on removing the embroidery 
frame, refer to Removing the embroidery 
frame (page 48).
bPress  , and then press   . 
XThe embroidery carriage moves into a 
position where it can be saved.
cTurn off the machine....

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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation
Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on 
the front of the machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the LCD, and 
make operations by directly touching the icons with your finger or a touch pen. For details, refer to 
Operation panel (page 13).
Viewing the LCD
When the...

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 Changing the machine settings
Various machine operations and settings can be changed. 
The attributes that can be set are listed belo w. For details on operation, refer to page 24.
Memo
zThe item shown in reverse highlighting ar e the settings at the time of purchase.
zFor details on the setting while embroidering,  refer to Setting for embroidering (page...

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aTurn on the machine.The highlighted display is the initial setting. 
XThe LCD comes on.
bPress   (Settings key) on the operation 
panel.
XThe setting screen appears.
cPress the item to be set.
Switch the screen using   (Previous page 
key) and   (Next page key).
 The following screens show their default 
settings.
Example: Changing the measurement unit
dWhen settings are complete, press   
(Back...

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Checking machine operating 
procedures
Simple explanations can be referred on the LCD 
display for the following items.
Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / 
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery 
unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / 
needle replacement on the LCD.
aTurn on the machine.
XThe LCD comes on.
bPress...

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Preparing Items for Embroidering
The following is necessary for embroidering.
■Fabric
Prepare the fabric for embroidery. Prepare a piece 
of fabric a little larger than the embroidery frame 
that matches the size of the pattern you want to 
embroider.
Note
zAlways use stabilizer when embroidering 
projects, especially when embroidering on 
lightweight or stretch fabrics.
CAUTION
■Stabilizer material...

Preparing the Needle27
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Preparing the Needle
Before starting embroidering, check the needle and replace it if necessary.
Needle precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe 
these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. 
Be sure to read and carefully follow the...

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Replacing the needle
Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been 
determined to be straight according to the 
instructions in Checking the needle (page 27).
aPress  (Needle position button) once or 
twice to raise the needle.
aNeedle position button
b
Turn off the machine.
CAUTION
cPlace fabric or paper under the embroidery 
foot and cover the hole on the needle plate.
Note
zBefore replacing the...