PR620 - Sewing machine BROTHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PR620 BROTHER

Bags (purses or cases) 4

Knit ribbing on cuffs (such as on golf club covers) 4

Cylindrical items (such as pant legs or shirts) 4

PREPARING TO USE THE CYLINDER FRAME 5

Installing the cylinder frame driver 5

Adjusting the cylinder frame driver (only when used for the first time) 7

Installing the needle plate spacer 8

Preparing the cylinder frame mounting jig 8

INSTALLING THE CYLINDER FRAME 9

Hooping the fabric in the cylinder frame 9

Attaching the cylinder frame to the machine 11

Removing the cylinder frame 12

INSTALLING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME HOLDER 12

ADDITIONAL DIGITIZING INFORMATION 14

Cylinder Frame User's Guide2

Included accessories

Check that the following cylinder frame, cylinder frame driver, cylinder frame mounting jig and the accessories

are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your authorized retailer.

Cylinder frame with 8 clips

(Embroidering area (90 mm (wide) × 80 mm (high)))

Cylinder frame driver and 4 thumb screws

(Attach the cylinder frame driver to the carriage in order to use the cylinder frame.)

Cylinder frame mounting jig

(Use when hooping fabric in the cylinder frame.)

ENGLISH Important note ● Do not place floppy disks or magnetic cards near the cylinder frame driver. The cylinder frame driver is equipped with extremely strong magnets, which may affect magnetic media.● Before installing the cylinder frame driver, verify the version of your machine by checking the shape of the notch in the connecting plate installed on the carriage.Split in two (before upgrading)Split in three (after upgrading)● If the notch is not split in three, the embroidery machine is the older version. Purchase the upgrade kit (sold separately) and upgrade the embroidery machine. For details, contact your authorized retailer.● Before installing the cylinder frame, be sure to adjust the cylinder frame driver. If the same machine is being used, this adjustment is only required the first time that it is used. For details, refer to “Adjusting the cylinder frame driver (only when used for the first time)” on page 7.● After the cylinder frame driver has been adjusted, it must be adjusted again if a different machine is being used. Adjust the driver for each machine that is used. For details, contact your authorized retailer. Memo ● When the cylinder frame is attached, the following embroidery frame indicator (indicator showing the embroidery frames that can be used) appears.By using the cylinder frame, patterns can be embroidered onto bags and cylindrical items. The procedures for using the cylinder frame are described below. Embroidery samples using

the cylinder frame 1 Only this area can be embroidered. Memo ● There are various conditions on the size and fabric in order to embroider. For details on these conditions, refer to page 4 through 5.● When embroidering golf club covers, check that the fabric is elastic and is a size that fits in the cylinder frame. In addition, only one-point embroidery patterns can be sewn in the area indicated in the illustration. a4

Diameter and depth of bags

and cylindrical items that can

The items embroidered using the cylinder frame

must have the diameter and depth shown below.

The diameter refers to the width of the bag or

cylindrical item, and the depth refers to the height of

the bag or cylindrical item.

■ Bags (purses or cases)

1 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) 2 Must have a width of 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) or more (when folded). •Depth

1 Must have a height of 70 mm (2 3/4 inches) or more from the bottom. 2 70 mm (2 3/4 inches)

● The embroidering position on bags differs

depending on the width of the bag.

• With a width of 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) or

less: The embroidery can be sewn at a

height of 70 mm (2 3/4 inches) or more

• With a width of 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) or

position depends on the width of the

■ Knit ribbing on cuffs (such as on golf club covers)

1 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) 2 Must have a width of 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) or more (when folded). ■ Cylindrical items (such as pant legs or shirts)

1 155 mm (6 1/8 inches) or more 2 22mm (7/8 inch) or more

3 175 mm (6 7/8 inches) or more

• Diameter: Must have a width of 155 mm

(6 1/8 inches) or more (when folded).

• Depth: Must be 22mm (7/8 inch) or more

● When embroidering at a position more than

130 mm (5 1/8 inches) from the pant hem,

such as at the knee, the width must be

175 mm (6 7/8 inches) or more when

ENGLISH Fabrics For best results, it is recommended to use the following types of fabrics.• 100% cotton• 35% cotton/65% polyester• 80% wool/20% nylon• 15% wool/85% acrylicFabrics that are difficult to hoop, wrinkle easily or shrink are not recommended to be used with the cylinder frame. Fabrics such as:• Polyester foam• Stretch fabrics• Melton wool•100% nylon•Suede Note ● Patterns that misalign easily should not be embroidered using this cylinder frame.● Only use one-point embroidery patterns or letters on ribbed knit fabrics. Preparing to use the cylinder

frame ■ Installing the cylinder frame driverRemove the embroidery frame holder from the carriage, and then install the cylinder frame driver. Memo ● Before removing the embroidery frame holder, remove the embroidery frame. For details on the removal procedure, refer to “Removing the embroidery frame” in the Operation Manual. a Loosen and remove the two thumb screws, and then remove the embroidery frame holder. 1 Thumb screws2 Embroidery frame holder• The removed thumb screws remain attached to the embroidery frame holder. 1 Leave the two thumb screws attached so they are not lost.2 Embroidery frame holder b Remove the two upper thumb screws of the cylinder frame driver, and then loosen the two lower thumb screws.1 Upper thumb screws (smaller)2 Lower thumb screws (larger) 1

c Pass the machine bed through the ring of the cylinder frame driver. 1 Machine bed2 Gap in the mounting plate Note ● Be careful that the cylinder frame driver does not hit any nearby parts, such as the presser foot or the gap in the mounting plate. d Insert the two thumb screws at the bottom of the cylinder frame driver into the notches in the carriage, and then place the mounting plate of the cylinder frame driver on top of the X carriage. 1 Notch in the carriage2 Thumb screw of the cylinder frame driver3 Mounting plate of the cylinder frame driver4 X carriage e Insert the pins on the X carriage into the holes in the mounting plate of the cylinder frame driver. 1 Pins on the X carriage2 Holes in the mounting plate of the cylinder frame driver f Tighten the two thumb screws removed in step b. g While pushing in the cylinder frame driver so that it is fully inserted, tighten the two lower thumb screws to secure the cylinder frame driver.X This completes the installation of the cylinder frame driver. Memo ● Using the disc-shaped screwdriver included with the embroidery machine, firmly tighten the thumb screws. b

ENGLISH ■ Adjusting the cylinder frame driver (only when used for the first time) 1 L-shaped mounting bracket2 Ring3 Fitting in ring Note ● Adjust the cylinder frame driver only when it is being used for the first time. If the same machine will be used, this adjustment will not be required with later uses. However, if the cylinder frame driver is used with a different machine and the settings are changed, the adjustment must be performed again. a Set the main power switch to “I” to turn on the machine. After the carriage moves to its initial position, turn off the machine. Memo ● Be sure to adjust the cylinder frame driver at its initial position. For details on the initial position, refer to the Operation Manual. b Using the enclosed Allen wrench (2.5 mm), turn the two hexagonal screws one turn in the direction of the arrow to loosen them. When the hexagonal screws are loosened, the fitting in the ring is lowered. 1 Hexagonal screws2 Enclosed Allen wrench (2.5 mm)3 Fitting in ring Note ● Do not remove the hexagonal screws. c While lightly pressing down with your finger on the L-shaped mounting bracket so that it touches the top surface of the machine bed, use the Allen wrench (2.5 mm) to firmly tighten the two hexagonal screws. 1 L-shaped mounting bracket2 Fitting in ring Memo ● Firmly tighten the hexagonal screws so that the fitting in the ring touches the surface of the machine bed. a

Using the enclosed Allen wrench (3 mm),

turn the four hexagonal screws outside the

ring one turn in the direction of the arrow to

2 Enclosed Allen wrench (3 mm)

X When the hexagonal screws are loosened,

the ring can be lowered.

● Do not remove the hexagonal screws.

While lightly pressing down on the ring, so

that the spacing between the ring and the

bed are equal on the left and right sides, use

the Allen screwdriver (3mm) to evenly

tighten the opposite hexagonal screws on

the outside of the ring, and then tighten the

other two hexagonal screws.

Firmly tighten all 4 screws.

● If the screws are not firmly tightened, the

cylinder frame driver may be damaged.

● To avoid damage to the machine or fabric,

make sure that no excess material is

allowed into the gap.

■ Installing the needle plate spacer

Attach the needle plate spacer (included with the

machine) to the needle plate.

1 Needle plate spacer ■ Preparing the cylinder frame mounting jig

Attach the cylinder frame mounting jig to a level,

stable surface, such as a desk.

Loosen the mounting jig thumb screw to

increase the space in the mounting bracket

so that it is wider than the thickness of the

1 Mounting bracket 2 Open to desired width.

• The mounting bracket can be attached to a

surface 9 to 38 mm (11/32 to 1 1/2 inches)

b Securely clamp the mounting bracket onto the mounting surface, and then tighten the thumb screw. 1 Mounting bracket2 Mounting surface (worktable, desk, etc.)3 Tighten the thumb screw. c Check that the mounting jig is secure.If the mounting jig is not firmly secured to the mounting surface, re-attach the mounting jig and tighten the thumb screw. Note ● Make sure that the mounting bracket is securely clamped onto the mounting surface and that the thumb screw is firmly tightened.● Do not attach the mounting jig to an unstable surface (flexible, bent or warped).● Be careful that the cylinder frame mounting jig does not fall when it is removed. Installing the cylinder frame Hoop the fabric in the cylinder frame, and then attach the cylinder frame to the cylinder frame driver.■ Hooping the fabric in the cylinder frame a Attach the cylinder frame to the cylinder frame mounting jig.Align the notch in the cylinder frame with the guiding plate on the cylinder frame mounting jig. Hold the frame horizontal with the mounting jig and push the frame in until it snaps into place. 1 Guiding plate on cylinder frame mounting jig2 Notch in cylinder frame3 Mounting jig holderX The cylinder frame is secured with the two holders. a

Position the stabilizer into the stabilizer

holder on the cylinder frame.

1 Stabilizer holder • There is a stabilizer holder on the left side

and on the right side. On one side, insert the

end of the stabilizer between the stabilizer

holder and the cylinder frame. Wrap the top

of the cylinder frame and extend the

stabilizer to the stabilizer holder on the

opposite side. Straighten and firmly position

• Secure the stabilizer so that it does not

extend past the dotted line in the direction of

the arrow shown in the illustration above.

• Depending on the type of fabric used, it may

be necessary to use two to three layers of

stabilizer for successful embroidering.

• It is recommended to use stabilizer

130 mm x 250 mm (5” x 7”) in size. If the

stabilizer is too large, it may be difficult to

Align the center of the design placement

with the notch in the cylinder frame

1 Center of design placement 2 Notch in cylinder frame mounting jig

● Before positioning the fabric and stabilizer

in the frame, mark the center of the design

placement with a chalk pencil.

Pull the ends of the fabric out from the

center to remove any slack. Be careful not

to shift the center of the design placement.

Use the clips to secure the fabric and

1 Clips • Repeat steps d and e on the other side to

remove any slack and secure the fabric with

● When securing the fabric with the clips, the

handles (rings) should be pointing

f Remove the cylinder frame from the cylinder frame mounting jig.Press on the two holders on the mounting jig with both thumbs, and then pull the cylinder frame straight off in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration. 1 Mounting jig holders Note ● When removing the cylinder frame from the mounting jig, carefully pull the frame off so that the fabric and stabilizer are not misaligned.■ Attaching the cylinder frame to the machine Memo ● Before attaching the cylinder frame to the embroidery machine, attach the cylinder frame driver to the machine carriage. For details on the installation procedure, refer to “Installing the cylinder frame driver” on page 5. a Attach the cylinder frame to the cylinder frame driver. Note ● When attaching the cylinder frame to the machine,• Be careful that the cylinder frame or fabric does not hit the presser foot, gap in the mounting plate, or other machine parts.• Check that the fabric does not cup inside the cavity of the cylinder frame. b Now embroider your pattern.With the embroidering surface up, align the ring of the cylinder frame driver with the ring of the cylinder frame. Align the notch in the frame with the guiding plate on the driver, and then push the frame until it snaps into place.Three driver holders secure the cylinder frame in place. 1 Guiding plate on the cylinder frame driver2 Notch in cylinder frame3 Driver holder Note ● To avoid damage to the machine or fabric, secure any excess fabric that is close to any moving parts, in small areas of the cylinder frame driver, or within the embroidery area.● When sewing large garments, support the weight of the garment so as not to distort the embroidery pattern. a

ab12 ■ Removing the cylinder frameAfter finishing sewing, remove the cylinder frame, then the fabric. a Remove the cylinder frame from the cylinder frame driver.Press down the two holders at the base of the cylinder frame with both thumbs, and then pull the cylinder frame off of the machine, as shown in the illustration. 1 Driver holders Note ● When removing the cylinder frame, be careful not to hit the presser foot or any nearby machine parts. b Remove the clips, and then pull the fabric toward you to release stabilizer from the stabilizer holder. 1 Clips Installing the embroidery

frame holder After removing the needle plate spacer and the cylinder frame driver, re-attach the embroidery frame holder. a Remove the needle plate spacer. 1 Needle plate spacer Note ● Remove the needle plate spacer from the top. It may be damaged if it is pulled toward you with force. b Loosen the two lower thumb screws. 1 Thumb screw a

c Remove the two upper thumb screws. 1 Thumb screws d Remove the cylinder frame driver. Note ● Be careful that the cylinder frame driver does not hit any nearby parts, such as the presser foot and other machine parts. e Align the hole in the L-shaped mounting bracket for the cylinder frame driver with the centerline of the guiding plate, insert the two thumb screws removed in step c into the holes at the top, and then tighten the thumb screws. 1 Hole in L-shaped mounting bracket2 Centerline of guiding plate3 Hole at the top• Insert the thumb screws into the holes where the cylinder frame driver was originally installed (holes that the thumb screws were removed from in step c).X The movable section of the cylinder frame driver is secured. f Align the holes in the embroidery frame holder with the pins on the X carriage, and then secure the embroidery frame holder with the two thumb screws.1 Pins on the X carriage2 Holes in the embroidery frame holder 1

g Secure the embroidery frame holder with the two thumb screws. 1 Use the thumb screws included with the embroidery machine (thumb screws removed in step a on page 5). Memo ● Using the disc-shaped screwdriver included with the embroidery machine, firmly tighten the thumb screws. Additional digitizing

information In order to prevent pattern misalignment due to wrinkled or stretched fabric, observe the following precautions when creating embroidery data for the cylinder frame. a Sew underlay stitches. b Specify the sewing order and sewing direction to start at the center of the embroidery pattern and sew toward the left and right sides.With this embroidery machine, the order in which patterns are selected when they are combined is the order in which they will be sewn.For the following example, select the patterns in the order “E” -> “A” -> “B” -> “R” to make the combined pattern “BEAR”. Note ● Do not sew from one end to the other, otherwise wrinkling or shrinkage may occur. a Incorrect sewing orderCorrect sewing order15

c When sewing outlines of patterns, make sure that the stitch width of the satin stitching is at least 3 mm, and that the stitching overlaps the fabric by at least 1.5 mm. Also, make sure that there are no jumps of long stitches in the outlining on each region or letter. 1 1.5 mm or more2 3 mm or more Note ● Do not sew more than four overlapping layers. 1 Create the data so that overlapping areas are not sewn. a