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Operation Manual
Embroidery and Sewing Machine
Product Code: 882-C50
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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TRADEMARKS IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING, COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. By downloading, copying, installing or using the software you agree to this license. If you do not agree to this license, do not download, install, copy or use the software. Intel License Agreement For Open Source Computer Vision Library Copyright © 2000, Intel Corporation, all rights reserved. Third party copyrights are property of their respective owners. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or wit
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electrical sho
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 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 foreign objects in any opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or w
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This appliance can be us
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 200 Crossing Boulevard P.O. Box 6911 Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700 declares that the product Product Name: Brother Sewing Machine Model Number: VM5100 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE B Basic operations After purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section first. This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Chapter 1 Getting Ready To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens Page B-18 S Sewing This section describes procedures for using the various utility stitches as well as other functions. It provides
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CONTENTS CONTENTS TRADEMARKS S Sewing INTRODUCTION................................................. 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ 1 WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE..... 5 Chapter1 Sewing Basics 2 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR SEWING............................................................... 3 FUNCTIONS .......................................................... 9 Sewing a Stitch ...................................................................... 3 Machine..........
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CONTENTS ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY Chapter3 Character/Decorative Stitches 76 PROCESS............................................................. 26 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ......................... 77 If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread ......................................... 26 Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch If the Thread Breaks During Sewing...................................... 27 Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Restarting from the Begi
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CONTENTS VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS.......... 84 Uninterrupted Embroidering (Monochrome - Using a Single Color)................................................................................... 84 Basting Embroidery .............................................................. 84 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION.................... 85 A Appendix Chapter1 How to Create Bobbin Work 2 ABOUT BOBBIN WORK ...................................... 3 PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK ....................... 3 Requ
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 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. Machine ■ Front View ■ Right-side/Rear View a Connector for the optional presser foot Connect the dual feed foot or embroidery foot with LED pointer. (page B-60, B-67) b Handle a Top cover Carry the sewing mach
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Needle and Presser Foot Section Measurements on the needle plate, bobbin cover (with mark) and needle plate cover The measurements on the bobbin cover are references for patterns with a middle (center) needle position. The measurements on the needle plate and the needle plate cover are references for stitches with a left needle position. a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is used with the one-step buttonhole foot to create buttonholes. (page
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Embroidery Unit Operation Buttons a “Start/Stop” button Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a slow speed and then begin sewing at the speed set by the sewing speed controller. Press the button again to stop the machine. Hold the button in to sew at the machine’s slowest speed. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode. a Carriage The carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when Green: Th
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Using the Flat Bed Attachment Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. A presser foot storage tray is stored in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. a Storage space of the flat bed attachment b Presser foot storage space of the flat bed attachment c Presser foot storage tray There are also storage spaces for optional presser feet, such as the vertical stitch alignment foot “V”. B-12
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Included Accessories 123 45 67 8 9 10 1112 1314 2.0/11 needle 75/11 2 needles: 75/11 2 needles Ball point needle 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: for embroidery Ball point needle (gold colored) HAX130EBBR 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 B-13
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS *1 75/11 2 needles Part Code No. Part Name 90/14 2 needles Americas Others 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) 1 Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XF3022-001 *2 2.0/11 needle 2 Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 *3 75/11 2 needles: 3 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 Ball point needle for embroidery 4 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 HAX130EBBR 5 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-251 6 Blind stitch foot “R” X56409-051 Memo 7 Button fitting foot “M” 130489-0
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Accessories that are Included in Some Countries or Regions If these accessories are not included with your machine, these are available as optional accessories. Part Code 12 3 No. Part Name Americas Others 1 Straight stitch foot SA167 F042N: XC1973-052 2 1/4” quilting foot with guide SA185 F057: XC7416-252 3 Straight stitch needle plate XF3076-001 4 Embroidery frame set SA438 EF74: (medium) H 10 cm × W 10 cm XC8480-152 (H 4 inches × W 4 inches) 45 5
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Code No. Part Name Americas Others Memo 1 Multi-function foot controller SAMFFC MFFC1: • All specifications are correct at the time of (USA) XF4159-001 printing. Please be aware that some SAMFFCC MFFC1OC: specifications may change without notice. (Canada) XF4471-001 (Australia) 2 Embroidery frame set (small) SA437 EF73: H 2 cm × W 6 cm XC8479-152 Note (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches) • Embroidery cards purchased in foreign 3 Square embroidery frame
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Basic operations This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page number starts with “B” in this section. Chapter1 Getting Ready .......................................................B-18
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BBasic operations Chapter 1 Getting Ready TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF........................19 USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE ............................. 65 Setting Your Machine for the First Time ...................................20 Using USB Media or Embroidery Card Reader/ LCD SCREEN............................................................22 USB Card Writer Module* ....................................................... 65 ■ Home Page Screen ................
