Brother Quattro 3 User Manual
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VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN Embroidery 199 5 ■Key Functions Using these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, etc. r o q pmR Q uv s t zywx n 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. 248
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 Embroidery 201 5 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 202 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. ab
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.
PREPARING THE FABRIC 204 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 5 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 5 ■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