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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. Do not allow this machine to be used a
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug. NOTE The plug served from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700 declares that the product Product Name: Brother Sewing Machine Model Number: Innov-ís 4000D/NV4000D 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 (2) this device must accept
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CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is the most advanced computerized household embroidery and sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, we suggest that you study the manual. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: Operation is completed Rep
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE SPECIAL FEATURES Check operations and view advice on the large LCD (liquid crystal display). Prepare the bobbin thread with one touch. The automatic thread tension makes trial sewing unnecessary. Automatic threading makes threading quick and easy. Getting Ready Sewing Basics To learn the operation of the principal To learn how to prepare for sewing and parts and the screens basic sewing operations Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Page 7 Page 37 Character/Decorative Utility
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine for the first time. If you want to sew utility stitches or character/ decorative stitches, read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, then go on to Chapter 3 (Utility Stitches) or Chapter 4 (Character/ Decorative Stitches). When you are ready to begin using the embroidery function after reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, proceed to Chapter 5 (Embroidery). Once y
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Contents CONTENTS Appliqué ..............................................................................73 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................i Shelltuck Stitches .................................................................74 WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE.....vi Scallop Stitches ....................................................................75 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ............................vii Top Stitching .........................................................
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Contents Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame .....................139 Chapter 7 MY CUSTOM STITCH 199 Embroidering Small Fabrics or Fabric Edges .......................141 DESIGNING A STITCH ....................................200 ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME..........143 ENTERING STITCH DATA ...............................202 CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION ........144 USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES...............207 Checking the Pattern Position ..........................................
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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 a l m n b m o n j lk c a k i f i h d ji c e m k j b b g h hg l fe ed dc gf a Handle a Top cover Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the Open th
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Needle and Presser Foot Section Embroidery Unit e f d e i f g a b h c d b a c a Presser foot holder a Carriage The presser foot is attached onto the presser foot holder. The carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when embroidering. b Presser foot b Release button (located under the embroidery unit) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the Press the releas
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Operation Buttons Included Accessories Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. a 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 b machine. Hold the button in to sew at the machine’s slowest speed. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mo
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS → Included Accessories 1 234 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) 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 4
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Code Memo No. Part Name U.S.A./ Others (For U.S.A. only) Canada Foot controller: Model S 1 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-151 2 Embroidery foot “W” XC8156-451 This foot controller can be used with this 3 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 machine model Innov-ís4000D/NV4000D. 4 Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 5 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 Memo 6 Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XC3021-051 Always use accessories recommended for 7 Blind stitch foot “R” X5640
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Code Options No. Part Name U.S.A./ Others Canada 3 No. 40 Sports 3 SA340 XA6111-001 12 3 No. 41 Renaissance Alphabet SA341 XA6586-001 No. 42 Farm SA342 XA6733-001 No. 43 Victorian SA343 XA6769-001 No. 44 Lace2 SA344 XA6849-001 No. 45 Fancy Work SA345 XA7770-001 No. 46 Australian Animals SA346 XA7893-001 No. 47 Butterfly SA347 XA8206-001 No. 48 Australian Flowers SA348 XA8250-001 No. 49 Folk Art SA349 XA8348-001 Part Code No. 50 Fairy & Floral SA350
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Chapter 1 Getting Ready TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF......................................................8 LCD SCREEN..........................................................................................9 ■ Key Functions..................................................................................................................10 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key......................................................................12 ■ Adjusting Screen Brightness .......................
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TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF WARNING Use only regular household electricity as the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. Turn the main power to OFF and remove the plug in the following circumstances: When you are away from the machine After using the machine When the power fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms C
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Getting Ready LCD SCREEN LCD SCREEN When switching on the machine, the screen will display the name of the machine. Touch the screen to display the utility stitch. Either “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight stitch (Middle)” is selected, 1 depending on the setting selected in the setting screen (See page 12). Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key. Note When the straight stitch needle
