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Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code: 882-W01/W02 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 2
liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, procurement of substitute goods or services; loss of use, data, or profits; or business interruption) however caused and on any theory of liability, whether in contract, strict - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 3
Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing 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 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 4
occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 5
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 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 6
908) 704-1700 declares that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine NV6000D This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 7
. Be sure to observe the precaution. CAUTION • When using the side cutter, sew between low and mid-speed and do not touch the knives or operation lever of the side cutter while sewing to avoid equipment damage or injury. a Guide plate (lower knife) b Upper knife c Operation lever Label location v - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 8
Screen You can check the needle drop position on the screen of your machine, even if the needle has not actually been lowered. Also, you can view the location of the needle within the sewing area in the screen. See "Checking the Needle Location in the Screen" on page 75. Using the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 9
You can duplicate a desired pattern with one touch. See "Duplicating a Pattern" on page 290. Completed embroidery patterns can be combined with printed backgrounds that are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 10
(approx. 12 × 8 inches) for large embroidery designs 5 Chapter Page 181 Embroidery Edit Designs can be combined, rotated or enlarged 6 Chapter Page 261 My Custom Stitch Create original decorative stitches 7 Chapter Page 313 Appendix Caring for your machine and dealing with errors and malfunctions - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 11
at the back of the operation manual in conjunction with the table of contents to find the section of the manual you should refer to. To sew utility stitches To sew character or decorative stitches Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 To do machine embroidery Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 12
CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS i OUTSTANDING FEATURES vi WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ...viii HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ix NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 Machine 1 Needle and Presser Foot Section 2 Embroidery Unit 3 Operation Buttons 3 Using - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 13
Message 328 ADJUSTING THE SCREEN 329 Touch Panel is Malfunctioning 329 TROUBLESHOOTING 330 ERROR MESSAGES 335 SPECIFICATIONS 343 UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE...... 344 Upgrade Procedure Using USB Media 344 Upgrade Procedure Using Computer 345 STITCH SETTING CHART 347 INDEX 356 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 14
CONTENTS xii - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 15
through the thread cutter to cut them. (page 48) n Thread guide plate Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading upper thread. (page 46) a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 16
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Needle and Presser Foot Section ) h Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams. (page 85) i Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. (page 46) j Needle clamp screw Use the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 17
into the connection port when attaching the embroidery unit. (page 184) CAUTION • After the embroidery frame is set in the frame holder, be sure the frame-securing lever is correctly lowered. a "Start/Stop" button Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a slow speed and then - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 18
Trays Two presser foot storage trays are stored in the included accessory case. One is for presser feet for utility sewing, and the other is for presser feet for embroidery and machine quilting. a Bars ■ Closing the Accessory Case a Fully slide the bar accessory case lid on each side of the to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 19
MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS For your convenience, a presser foot storage tray can be stored in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. Using the Embroidery Unit Carrying Case Included accessories 43-46 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case. To open the embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 20
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 38 39 40 41 42 43* 44* 45* 46* 47 48 49 50 51 52 *Included Accessories 43-46 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case. 6 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 21
-001 (882-W01) XE5163-001 (882-W02) 56 Embroidery unit carrying case XE3791-001 57 Accessory case XE4909-001 58 Operation manual This manual 59 Quick reference guide XE4917-001 Memo • Foot controller: Model S This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 882-W01/W02. The - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 22
accessories 37, 42, 58 and 59 can be stored in the machine's soft cover case. (In some countries or regions, the soft guide 9 Embroidery bobbin thread (white) Embroidery bobbin thread (black) 10 Seam guide 11 Embroidery positioning sticker × 6 (Snowman™ Embroidery Positioning Marker) 12 Edge sewing - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 23
lift the handle of the machine while the spool stand is installed. • Do not push or pull the telescopic thread guide or spool pins with support. • Do not try to wind thread on the bobbin while sewing using the spool stand. a Screw Note • Make sure that the stoppers on the tele- scopic thread guide - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 24
spool pins holes in the spool support. into the two ■ How to Remove a From spool the back of the machine, press in the stand latches (one on each side), and then pull the spool stand up to remove it from the machine. d Open the upper cover of the machine. From the back of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 25
Display 28 ■ Choosing the Display Language 29 ■ Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns 30 Using the Sewing Machine Help Key 32 Using the Operation Guide Function 33 Using the Sewing Guide Function 34 Using the Pattern Explanation Function 35 LOWER THREADING 37 Winding the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 26
should be turned to OFF or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet. • When servicing the machine or when removing covers, the machine must be unplugged. • For U.S.A only This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 27
ON/OFF 1 Getting Ready a Main power switch b Power supply cord b Turn the main power on the machine. switch to "I" to turn a OFF b ON Memo • When the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound when they move; this is not a malfunction. c Turn the main power - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 28
pen to select a machine function. Note • When the straight stitch needle plate is on the machine, the needle will Sewing key Press this key to sew utility stitches or character or decorative stitch See the "Key patterns. Functions" table. 16 b Embroidery key Attach the embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 29
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. 1 a b Shows the presser foot code. Attach the presser foot indicated in this display before sewing. d Shows a preview of the selected stitch. When shown at 100%, - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 30
and 14 key select a different category - "Sewing", "Embroidery" or "Embroidery edit". f Stitch selection 79 display Press the key for the pattern Retrieve key Press this key to retrieve a saved pattern. 82 Manual memory key Reset key Change the stitch pattern settings (zigzag width and - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 31
foot, etc. This key locks 54-57 exchange key all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine. m n Sewing machine help Press this key to see explanations on how to use the machine. 32 key Camera view key Touch this key to check the needle location as it is shown on the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 32
purchased the PE-DESIGN Ver5 or later, PE-DESIGN Lite or PED-BASIC, you can plug the included USB card writer module into the machine as an embroidery card reader, and recall patterns. b USB port for mouse (USB1.1) c USB port for computer Note • The processing speed may vary by port selection and - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 33
SCREEN ■ Using a USB Mouse The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine, can be used to perform a variety of 1 operations in the position of the USB port on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. a USB port for mouse b USB mouse Note • Do - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 34
LCD SCREEN ■ Clicking a Key When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears on the screen. Move the mouse to position the pointer over the desired key, and then click the left mouse button. Memo • Double-clicking has no effect. ■ Changing Pages Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs of - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 35
Getting Ready LCD SCREEN 1 21 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 36
Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To display the different settings screens, press for "Sewing settings", for "General settings" or for "Embroidery settings". Memo • Press or Sewing settings to display a different - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 37
(see page 29). l Display the service count which is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized dealer for details.) m Display the total number of stitches. n The "No." is the number for the embroidery and sewing machine. o Display the program version. "Version - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 38
embroidering (see page 198). g Change the display units (mm/inch). h Change the initial mode of the display (embroidery/embroidery edit). i Change the color of the background for the embroidery display area (see page 30). j Change the color of the background for the thumbnail area (see page 30 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 39
to "Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns" on page 30. Getting Ready a Press . → The Sewing settings screen appears. b Press . → can select your own personal images for the screen saver of your machine. Before changing the screen saver image, prepare the image on your - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 40
Sewing settings screen appears. b Press . e Press . o The General settings screen appears. c Display 4/7 (page 4 of 7) of the General settings screen. d Press . f Connect the USB media (using a USB cable) that or the computer contains your personal image to the USB port of the machine - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 41
in this screen. Select the desired number to specify the image. h Select the device that is connected. o The selected image is stored on your machine. * Press to view the previous page. j Repeat the procedure from step g to select the remaining images. k Press to return to the original screen - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 42
is touched. * Home Page: When the machine is turned on, the home page screen appears. * Sewing/Embroidery Screen: When the machine is turned on, the Embroidery screen appears if the embroidery unit is attached to the machine, or the sewing screen appears if the embroidery unit is not attached to the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 43
■ Choosing the Display Language a Press . o The Sewing settings screen appears. b Press . LCD SCREEN d Use and language. to choose the display * Choose from the following languages: "English", "Deutsch (German)", "Français (French)", "Italiano ( - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 44
pattern and pattern thumbnails. a Press . a o The Sewing settings screen appears. b Press . b a Embroidery pattern background b Pattern thumbnails background o The Embroidery settings screen appears. Memo • When using the Embroidery or Embroidery Edit, touch to directly access the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 45
settings available. color from the 66 a b a Embroidery pattern background b Selected color a b a Pattern thumbnails background b Selected color f Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off. LCD SCREEN 1 31 Getting Ready - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 46
bobbin, changing the presser foot, preparing to embroider a pattern, and how to use the machine (see page 33). b Press this key to select utility stitches when you are not sure which stitch to use or how to sew the stitch (see page 34). c Press this key to see an explanation of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 47
about attaching the embroidery unit, preparing fabric for embroidering, etc. Some of the functions are described in the movies. Watch these movies for a better understanding of the functions. information. displays troubleshooting displays information about cleaning the machine, etc. Some of - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 48
the Sewing Guide Function The sewing guide sew the stitch, you can use this screen to get advice. We recommend that beginners use this method to select stitches. a Enter page. Utility Stitch category from the home b Press . o The screen shows instructions for threading the machine - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 49
the key appears in gray, the pattern explanation function cannot be used. d Press the key of the category whose instructions you wish to view. sewing * Press to return to the original screen. Example: Displaying information about a Press . b Press . e Read the explanations appropriate - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 50
LCD SCREEN c Press . o The screen shows information. d Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The settings remain displayed to allow you to fine tune the stitch. 36 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 51
LOWER THREADING Winding the Bobbin Press o o o ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin 1 With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. While using the main spool pin to sew embroidery, you can conveniently wind the bobbin using the supplemental spool pin. Getting Ready o in this - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 52
the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool. a Thread guide f Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk making sure that the thread is on the end of the spool and cause the needle to break. Memo • When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 53
Ready h Pass the end of the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the thread to the right winding switch Memo • Sliding the bobbin winding switch to the left switches the machine into bobbin winding mode. o The bobbin winding window appears. Note • changes - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 54
to the machine. CAUTION • sewing. a Spool pin b Spool cap c Thread spool d Spool felt d Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position. e While holding the pull the thread up thread with both hands, from under the thread guide - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 55
sure that the thread is under the pre-tension disk. a Thread guide b Pre-tension disk h Follow steps through 40. g through k on page 39 Memo • See page 9 to assemble the spool stand. • See page 52 to thread the machine using the spool stand. CAUTION • When winding thread on the bobbin - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 56
LOWER THREADING ■ Untangling Thread from Beneath the Bobbin Winder Seat If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not passed through the pre-tension disk correctly, the thread may become tangled beneath the bobbin winder seat. Wind off the thread according to the following procedure. d Cut - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 57
bobbin, be sure to press in the LCD, otherwise injuries may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts sewing. f Hold the bobbin lightly with your right hand, and then guide the thread with your left hand. 43 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 58
LOWER THREADING g Pass the thread pull the thread through the guide, and out toward the front. then h Insert the tab bobbin cover in the lower-left corner of (1), and then lightly press the down on the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 59
sewing applications where you want to pull up the bobbin thread; for example, when making gathers, darts, or doing free motion quilting or embroidery. Memo • You can pull up the bobbin thread after threading the upper thread ("UPPER THREADING" on page 46). a Guide back of the machine, making it - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 60
side cutter or accessories not included with this machine, attach the accessory to the machine after threading the machine. o The upper thread shutter opens so the machine can be threaded. Memo • The automatic threading function can be used with sewing machine needle sizes 75/ 11 through 100/16 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 61
both hands, from under the thread the thread unwinds from the front of the guide plate. spool. 1 Getting Ready a Spool pin b Spool cap c Thread needle to break. h Guide the thread down, up, then down through the groove, as shown in the illustration. Memo • When sewing with fine, cross- - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 62
Make sure that the thread passes through the groove in the thread guide. a 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) or more m Press the "Automatic Threading" button to have the machine automatically thread the needle. a Groove in thread guide o The thread passes through the eye of the needle. Memo • When - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 63
threader after passing the thread through the needle bar thread guide 1 (marked "6"), manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the twin needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage. • Do not sew with bent needles. The - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 64
thread the needle on the left side manually. a Needle bar thread guide Note • The "Automatic Threading" button cannot be used. Manually thread the twin needle from front to back. Using the "Automatic Threading" button may result in damage to the machine. d Pull up the supplemental spool pin and - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 65
to break, resulting in damage. Getting Ready a Needle bar thread guide l Start sewing. Sample of Twin Needle Sewing i Press . j Select a stitch pattern. (Example: ) * Refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual for the proper stitch to use with presser foot "J". o The - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 66
smaller or much larger than the spool, the thread may catch and sewing performance may suffer. • Depending on the size of spool or the a Spool cap b Spool cap base a Attach the page 9.) spool stand to the machine. (see • When using thread on a thin spool, place the included spool felt on - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 67
spool before using it. When using specialty threads, threading must be done manually. If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match instructed, wind any excess thread back onto the spool, otherwise the excess thread will become tangled. d Pass the thread through the machine's thread guide - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 68
• Always press on the screen before changing the presser foot. If is not pressed and the "Start/Stop" button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury. • Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch pattern. If the wrong presser foot is used, the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 69
to feed the fabric. This enables you to have better fabric control when sewing difficult fabrics (such as quilted fabrics or velvet) or fabrics that slip as vinyl, leather, or synthetic leather). Note • Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 70
screen before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the Start/ Stop button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result. • Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause injury. • Never - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 71
needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not completely inserted or the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. e Press buttons. to unlock all keys and 57 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 72
sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems needles (golden colored) 90/14 are not recommended for embroidery, as they may bend or break, causing injury. • - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 73
Fabrics 63 ■ If the Fabric does not Fit under the Presser Foot 63 ■ If the Fabric does not Feed 64 Sewing Hook-and-Loop Fastener 64 Sewing Lightweight Fabrics 64 Sewing Stretch Fabrics 65 STITCH SETTINGS 66 Setting the Stitch Width 66 Setting the Stitch Length 67 Setting the Thread Tension - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 74
CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation. • Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury. • Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 75
sewing. "Start/Stop" button to start * Guide the fabric lightly by hand. SEWING CAUTION • Do not press the "Thread Cutter" button after the threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the thread or break the needle and damage the machine used, you cannot start sewing by pressing the "Start/ - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 76
plug into its jack on the machine. Sewing Reinforcement Stitches Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches manually (see page 3). a Foot controller b Foot - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 77
the presser foot and start sewing. Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics The sewing machine can sew fabrics up to 6 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam causes sewing to occur at an angle, help guide the fabric by hand and sew on the downward slope. 2 Sewing Basics The pivot setting is - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 78
sensor so the fabric can be fed smoothly for best sewing results. (see page 73 for details.) a Edge of the hook-and-loop fastener Sewing Lightweight Fabrics Place thin paper or tear away embroidery stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier. Gently tear off the paper or the stabilizer - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 79
the pieces of fabric, and then sew without stretching the fabric. In addition, a better result can be achieved by using thread for knits or a stretch stitch. Memo • For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease the pressure of the presser foot ("Using the Machine Setting Mode Key" on page - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 80
settings. Note • Settings for some stitches cannot be changed (refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual). • If you turn off the machine or select another stitch without saving stitch setting changes ("Saving Your Stitch Settings" on page 81), the stitch settings will return to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 81
should be visible from the right side of the fabric, and only the bobbin thread should be visible from the wrong side of the fabric. Sewing Basics o The value in the display gets smaller. Press to lengthen the stitch length. a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Bobbin thread o The value in - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 82
rethread the upper thread. a Bobbin thread b Upper thread c Surface d Locks appear on surface of fabric Press , to loosen the upper thread. Memo • When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is shown as below. If the thread is not shown as below, the thread - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 83
turn on this function (the key appears as when the stitch is selected). a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) o The machine will sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and stop. Memo • To turn off the automatic reinforcement stitching function, press again, so it - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 84
Stitching" button. o The key will display as . Memo • This function is set automatically when sew- ing embroidery. a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) o The machine will sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches), then trim the thread. Memo • To turn off the automatic thread - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 85
. Release the knee lifter to lower the presser foot. CAUTION • Be sure to keep your knee away from the knee lifter during sewing. If the knee lifter is pushed during machine operation, the needle may break or the thread tension may loosen. Memo • When the presser foot is in the up position - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 86
Start/Stop" button is pressed again, the presser foot is automatically lowered and sewing continues. This function is useful for stopping the machine to rotate the fabric. CAUTION • When the pivot setting is selected, the machine starts when the "Start/Stop" button is pressed or the foot controller - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 87
the presser the needle at the starting point of foot the with stitching, and then press the "Start/Stop" button. The machine will begin sewing. Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure) The thickness of the fabric is automatically detected and the presser foot pressure - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 88
be changed. This prevents screen settings from accidentally being changed or the machine from being stopped while large pieces of fabric or projects are being sewn. The screen can be locked when sewing utility stitches and character decorative stitches. a Select a stitch pattern. b If necessary - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 89
is locked, no other key can be operated. • The settings are unlocked when the machine is turned off and on. Checking the Needle Location in the Screen Press to use the built-in camera to view the sewing area in the LCD screen. View the location of the needle from 2 different angles - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 90
USEFUL FUNCTIONS 76 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 91
91 ■ Overcasting (Using a Zigzag Stitch 91 ■ Appliqué (Using a Zigzag Stitch 91 ■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt 92 ■ Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch 92 ■ Cord Guide Bobbin Cover (Using a Zigzag Stitch 92 Elastic Zigzag Stitches 93 ■ Tape Attaching 93 ■ Overcasting 93 Overcasting 94 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 92
such as selection screen for that category. Straight/Overcasting Decorative Stitches appears, there is more than one stitch Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-directional Sewing Quilting Stitches 78 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 93
utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch. If is lit recommended (this is true of buttonholes, multi-directional sewing, and others). 3 Press to create a horizontal the stitch you want to sew. Memo • For details on each stitch, refer to the " - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 94
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Image Key You can display an image of the selected stitch. You can check and change the colors of the image of the screen. a Press . o An image of the selected stitch is displayed. b Press to change the thread color of the stitch on the screen. * Press - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 95
The settings for the zigzag stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting, automatic reinforcement stitching, etc., are preset in the machine for each stitch. However, if you have specific settings that you wish to reuse later for a stitch, you can change the settings so - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 96
a Select a stitch. Memo • When a stitch is selected, the last settings retrieved are displayed. The last settings retrieved are retained even if the machine was turned off or a different stitch was selected. b Press . c Press the numbered retrieved. key of the settings to be * Press to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 97
Straight stitch (Middle) Straight stitch (Middle) Triple stretch stitch Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 0.0 pressing "Reverse/ (0) Reinforcement Stitch" button. 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) General - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 98
start position d Lower the presser foot, and hold the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew 3-4 stitches. o The machine sews reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches). g After sewing, press the "Thread button to trim the threads. Cutter" Memo • When the automatic thread cutting - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 99
of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric during sewing for an attractive finish. ■ Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover (with Mark) While sewing, align the edge of the fabric with the 16 mm (approx. 5/8 inch) mark - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 100
sewing. The straight stitch foot is perfect to reduce puckering on lightweight fabrics. The small opening on the foot provides support for the fabric as the needle travels through the fabric. a Bobbin case f Use the disc-shaped with the machine attachment or the embroidery unit if either - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 101
thread and pull a length of top and bobbin thread out from the rear of the machine. • You can set the stitch length between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and mm (approx. 1-3/16 inches) c Sew while keeping the fabric straight. a Notch b Pin k Start sewing. * After sewing, make sure to remove the straight - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 102
THE STITCHES Dart Seam e Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat. a Select and attach presser foot "J". b Sew dart a reverse stitch at the beginning and then sew from the wide end of the to the other end without stretching the fabric. * If automatic reinforcement stitching is preset - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 103
Seam Use for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly. a Select and attach presser foot "J". a Upper thread b Bobbin thread c About 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) d Sew two rows the seam line, of straight stitches parallel then trim excess thread to leaving 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 104
are preset, reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the beginning of sewing. Press the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the end of sewing. a Wrong side Finished flat fell seam a Surface Pintuck a Mark along the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 105
stitch is sewn while pressing "Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch" button. Start from right needle position, zigzag sew at left. Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 3.5 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 3.5 2.5 - 5.0 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 106
it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch bridges both pieces of fabric. c Snap the cord place, making guide bobbin cover into sure that the the cord to the rear of the machine under the presser foot. ■ Cord Guide Bobbin Cover (Using a Zigzag Stitch) a Remove the bobbin (see - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 107
fabrics), 5.0 tape and elastic (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.0 0.2 - 4.0 (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16) 1.0 0.2 - 4.0 (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16 ■ Overcasting Use this stitch to sew overcasting on the edge of stretch fabrics. Sew the overcasting along the edge of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 108
width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 2.5 - 5.0 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16) a Select a stitch and attach presser foot "G". c Sew along the presser foot guide. b Lower the foot guide presser foot so that the presser is set flush against - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 109
inch)] Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 9/32) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.5 0.5 ( J ) NO OK ( J ) OK ( J ) a Select a stitch and attach presser foot "J". b Sew with the needle dropping the edge of the fabric. slightly off Utility Stitches 3 a Needle drop position 95 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 110
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, you can the needle to hit the presser foot and break, possibly causing injury. Note • Thread the needle manually when using the side cutter, or only attach the side cutter after threading the needle using the " - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 111
the presser foot. SEWING THE STITCHES h Position the fabric so that the right side of the cut is on top of the guide plate and the left it below the presser foot and pull it out in the fabric feed direction. a Guide plate (lower knife) b Presser foot 3 c Upper thread Memo • If the fabric - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 112
will not be cut if the whole fabric is simply spread out underneath the presser foot guide plate. Set the fabric as explained in step h from the previous section, and then start sewing. a Guide plate (lower knife) b Upper knife c Operation lever Note • If the width has been adjusted, rotate the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 113
SEWING THE STITCHES Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Twin needle Piecing stitch (Middle) Piecework/patchwork - - 2.0 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 114
SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Twin needle Quilting stippling Background quilting 7.00 1.00 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0 (1/4) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16) NO Overcasting stitch - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 115
SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch Stitch name Piecing stitch (Left) Hand-look quilting Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch Quilting appliqué stitch Quilting stippling Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Twin needle Piecework/patchwork - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 116
inch). Note • Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or Sew at slow to medium speed. • Do not sew in reverse or use stitches that require side ways or reverse feeding. Always check to be sure that your quilting surface is securely basted before beginning to sew. Specialized machine - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 117
and then cut around it, leaving a 3 to 5 mm (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) seam allowance. SEWING THE STITCHES d Select and attach presser foot "J". e Use the quilting appliqué stitch to attach the appliqué. Sew around the edge while dropping the needle as close to the edge as possible. a Seam - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 118
. e Set the width control to "ON". a Dresden plate b Stained glass c Sunbonnet sue ■ Quilting with Satin Stitches For better fabric control, use the foot controller to sew with satin stitches. Set the speed control slide to control the stitch width to make subtle changes in the stitch width during - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 119
free motion open toe quilting foot "O" depending on the stitch that is selected, and set the a Attach the page 86). straight stitch needle plate (see machine to free motion sewing mode. In this mode, the presser foot is raised to the necessary height for free motion - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 120
THE STITCHES c Press to set the machine to free motion sewing mode. d Remove 55). the presser foot foot is raised to the necessary height, and then the feed dogs are lowered for free motion sewing. a Presser foot holder screw b Notch Note • Make sure that the quilting foot is attached - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 121
be used, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. Note • Free motion open toe quilting foot "O" can also be used with regular sewing. • Do not be discouraged with your initial results. The technique requires practice. a Press to set the machine to free motion sewing mode. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 122
echo quilting foot "E" for echo quilting. Using the measurement on the presser foot as a guide, sew around the motif at a fixed interval. We recommend attaching the foot controller and sewing at a consistent speed. Free motion echo quilting foot "E" measurement a Presser foot holder screw CAUTION - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 123
be necessary to adjust the upper thread tension (see page 67). Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric. a Select . b Press sewing to set mode. the machine to free motion CAUTION • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the included screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 124
SEWING THE STITCHES g Using the measurement on as a guide, sew around the the quilting motif. foot a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) Finished project h Press mode. to cancel the free motion sewing o Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the feed dogs. 110 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 125
SEWING THE STITCHES Blind Hem Stitches Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0 +3.0 - -3.0 2.0 1.0 - 3.5 (0) (+1/8 - -1/8) (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) 0.0 +3.0 - -3.0 2.0 1.0 - 3.5 (0) (+1/8 - -1/8) (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) Twin needle NO NO Sew - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 126
SEWING THE STITCHES e Unfold the edge of fabric, and position fabric with the wrong side facing up. the j Position the fabric with the edge of folded hem against the guide of the the presser foot, either of these cases, follow the instructions below to solve the problem. 112 a Free arm - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 127
side of fabric b Right side of fabric l Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide. m Remove the the fabric. basting stitching end of this manual. c Attach needle presser foot "J". Check that the drops slightly off the edge of the appliqué, then start sewing. a Appliqué - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 128
a little bit at a time while sewing for an attractive finish to the seam. ■ Appliqué Corners Stop the machine with the needle in the right position stitch, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. b Increase the upper thread attractive scallop finish to tension for an the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 129
the edge of the scallop fabric. * Do not sew directly on the edge of the fabric. c Trim along the the stitches. seam, making sure not to cut Memo • To make shell tucks at the edge of a collar or neckline, follow the pattern's instructions and then use this stitch to make a decorative - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 130
d Wrong side c Select a stitch for top stitching. d Place the machine, fabric right side up in the and center the presser foot over the seam when sewing. a Approximately 10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch) e Pull the bobbin on each stitch, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 131
with thread sewn over the space to join the fabrics together, it is called fagoting. Use this stitch when sewing blouses or children's clothes. a Baste two pieces of leaving a space of 4 fabric onto thin paper, mm on each stitch, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. 117 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 132
over the tape (or elastic). Memo • Before sewing the straight stitch, rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and pull up the bobbin thread. Holding the top and bobbin thread, pull a length of thread out from the rear of the machine. (Be sure that the presser foot is raised.) d Place - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 133
the "Automatic Threading" button may result in damage to the machine. • A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use a "130/705H Wing" needle when sewing these patterns. If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set manually, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 134
needle drop points on the opposite edge of the open area to keep the stitching symmetrical. c Sew the decorative stitch in the the five threads created above. center of ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work details on each stitch, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. 120 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 135
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonholes appropriate to the size of your button. Stitch Stitch name Narrow rounded buttonhole Presser foot Applications Buttonhole on light to medium weight fabrics Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 136
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. a Reinforcement stitching a Select a buttonhole stitch, - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 137
size. Memo • If automatic thread cutting is turned on before you start sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement stitches are sewn. If the the pin. o Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, and then stops. a Eyelet punch b Basting - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 138
calculated value. a Upper thread b Lower the presser foot and start sewing. a Presser foot scale b Button holder plate c Completed measurement buttonhole width to be 2-3 times the width of the gimp thread. c Once sewing is completed, gimp thread to remove any gently pull the slack, and trim - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 139
buttonholes using the following 4 stitches together. You can sew any desired length for the buttonhole when using 4- side of 4 steps buttonhole Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 5.0 1.5 - 7.0 (7/32) (1/16 - 1/4) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.4 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) 4 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 140
right side of the buttonhole the same length as the left. h Select stitch to sew the bar tack and then press the "Start/Stop" button. o The machine will automatically sew off the bar tack tie and stop when the bar tack is complete. i Raise the fabric. presser foot and remove the j Refer - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 141
Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 7.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.0 0.4 - 2.5 (1/4) (3/32 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16) 7.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.0 0.4 - 2.5 (1/4) (3/32 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16) Twin needle NO NO Darning is performed by sewing from the front of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 142
section marked with an "A" (the shaded area in the illustration below). If there is a gap, the size of the darning will not be correct. o Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, and then stops. Memo • If automatic thread cutting is turned on before you start - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 143
etc. Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0 - 3.0 0.4 0.3 - 1.0 (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) Twin needle NO a Select . c Set the fabric so that the pocket toward you during sewing. moves b Attach buttonhole scale to the length - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 144
turned on before you start sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement stitches are sewn. If the fabric does not feed (for example, because it is too thick), increase the stitch length setting. o When sewing is completed, the machine will sew reinforcement stitches and stop - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 145
Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached, using the machine. Stitch Stitch name Button sewing Presser foot Applications Attaching buttons Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 2.5 - 4.5 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) - - Twin needle NO Note • Do not - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 146
, and then tie them firmly together. c Tie the ends of the beginning and end bobbin thread from the of sewing together on the wrong side of the fabric. Note • When sewing is completed, be sure to select the other stitch and rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the feed - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 147
the stitch width display or the stitch length display to choose the size of the eyelet. d Lower the presser foot and start sewing. 3 o When sewing is finished, the machine sews reinforcement stitches and stops automatically. Note • If the stitch pattern comes out poorly, make adjustments to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 148
THE STITCHES Multi-directional Sewing b Select (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) "N". Use these stitch attach monogramming foot Memo • Insert the tubular piece of fabric onto the free-arm, and then sew in the order shown in the illustration. Memo • For details on each stitch, refer to the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 149
guide the fabric by hand to keep sewing straight. Zipper Insertion ■ Centered Zipper Use for bags and other such applications. a Select . 3 e Select and sew end of this manual. Note • Make sure you sew using the middle needle position. b Attach presser foot "J" and sew straight stitches up - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 150
pin in zipper foot "I" with the presser foot holder, and attach the zipper foot. CAUTION • Make sure the needle does not strike the zipper during sewing. If the needle strikes the zipper, the needle may break, leading to injury. ■ Inserting a Side Zipper Use for side zippers in skirts or dresses - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 151
to a point about 50 the zipper opening, mm (approx. 2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, then stop the machine. h Pull down the zipper slider, then sewing to the edge of the fabric. continue a 50 mm (approx. 2 inches) b 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) CAUTION • Make sure the needle does not strike - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 152
1/4 inch to 3/8 inch) c Reverse stitches d 50 mm (approx. 2 inches) Edge Sewing Using the built-in camera, the width of the area from the edge of the fabric to the stitching line can be measured and set for edge sewing. This function can be used when the edge of the fabric is straight - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 153
a different presser foot is used, it may be hit by the needle, causing the 3 needle to break or resulting in injuries. c Peel off the transparent sewing sheet. sheet of the edge Utility Stitches - If the edge of the fabric is fraying, cut off any excess fabric threads. - If the fabric has - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 154
sheet b Guides on edge sewing sheet c Sides of needle plate cover o Depending on the stitch, the straight stitch with the middle (center) needle position is selected, regardless of the preset stitch width. * Regardless of the setting selected in the machine settings screen, the brightness of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 155
disappears. g Place the fabric under the presser foot. h Move the fabric to the desired position edge sewing. Position the fabric so that for its edge is as straight as possible. SEWING THE STITCHES i Check that the built-in detecting the fabric. camera is correctly * Press to change - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 156
edge of the fabric. Note • If a straight part of fabric edge indicator line (shown below) does not follow the edge of the fabric, edge sewing cannot be sewn correctly. a b Press , and then perform the procedure again starting with step a. When the Fabric Edge Indicator Line Is Not Aligned With - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 157
edge of the fabric. • When a straight stitch is selected, use the scale on the edge sewing sheet as a guide for positioning the fabric for edge sewing. 3 l Press the sewing. "Start/Stop" button to start edge o Sewing starts with the set distance to the edge of the fabric maintained. * While - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 158
the edge of the fabric, do not press when the message shown above appears. With the above message displayed, press the "Start/Stop" button to sew. Memo • When edge sewing is finished, store the edge sewing sheet affixed to the transparent sheet in order to prevent it from collecting dust. 144 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 159
Vertical Mirror Image ...157 Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image ...158 Sewing a Pattern Continuously ...158 Changing Thread Density (for Satin Stitch Create and Save Data 169 ■ Trademarks...170 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory ...171 ■ If the Memory is Full...172 Saving Stitch Patterns - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 160
your own stitches with the "MY CUSTOM STITCH™" function (see page 316) k Patterns stored in "MY CUSTOM STITCH™" (see page 323) l Patterns saved in the machine's memory (see page 176) m Patterns saved in USB media (see page 177) n Patterns saved on the computer (see page 179) . Note • If the screen - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 161
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 9 categories of Character/Decorative stitch patterns. If a page number such as more than one stitch selection screen for that category. appears, there is Decorative Stitch Patterns 7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns Satin Stitch - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 162
Decorative Stitch Patterns Alphabet Characters Example: Entering "Blue Sky". a Press , or to select a font. a Select the to sew. category of the pattern you want b Press the to sew. key of the stitch pattern you want * Press to view the next page. * Press to view the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 163
c Press and then enter "B". SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS e Press to enter a space. 4 d Press and then enter "lue". f Press again and enter "S". Character/Decorative Stitches a a Jumping stitch * Remove the jumping stitches after sewing. 149 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 164
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS g Press and then enter "ky". b Select the correct character. * If you want to continue entering characters in a different font, press step a. , and then repeat from ■ Deleting Characters a Press to delete the last character. ■ Adjusting the Character Spacing The - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 165
b Press to adjust character spacing. SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS * Press to increase the character spacing and press to decrease the character spacing. Example: * Each setting equals a specific distance between characters. Value mm 0 0 1 0.18 2 0.36 3 0.54 4 0.72 5 0.9 6 1.08 7 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 166
stabilizer material. • Guide the fabric with your hand to keep the fabric feeding straight and even during sewing. Fabric When sewing on stretch fabrics, home sewing machine needle 90/14 Monogramming foot "N". Using another presser foot may give inferior results. Basic Sewing d Press the sewing. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 167
Guide the fabric with your hand to keep the fabric feeding straight and even during sewing. e Press the sewing. "Start/Stop" button to stop f Press the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew reinforcement stitches. Memo • When sewing character stitches, the machine automatically sews - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 168
in the "Fine Adjust Horiz." display. o The displayed value decreases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will slide to the left. e Sew the stitch pattern again. * If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, make adjustments again. Adjust until the stitch pattern comes out correctly - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 169
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Key Functions You can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Note • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch patterns. Only the functions for the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 170
appears as , the pivot function cannot be used. • Be sure the needle position on page 3 of Machine Settings is set to the down position. c Free motion mode key Press this key to enter free motion sewing mode. 105 The feed dog is lowered and presser foot is raised to a height appropriate for - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 171
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Changing the Size Select a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be sewn in the size highlighted on the key. Memo • If you continue entering stitch patterns after changing the size, those patterns will also be sewn in - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 172
same until you change it. • You cannot change thread density for a combined pattern after additional patterns are added. Memo • To finish a complete motif while sewing the pattern continuously, you can press the key while sewing. The machine will automatically stop when the motif is finished. 158 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 173
when the stitching is sewn incorrectly. a Press the "Start/Stop" button to stop the machine, and then press . EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Memo • If this key is pressed when sewing is stopped, patterns can be added at the end of a combined stitch pattern. (In this example, "!" is added.) 4 Character - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 174
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Checking the Image c Press You can display an approximate size image of the selected stitch pattern. You can also check and change the colors of the image on the screen. a a Press . to display the enlarged image. o An image of the selected pattern is displayed. b - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 175
e Press to return to the original screen. Memo • You can also sew from this screen when the presser foot symbol is displayed. • Image of some patterns will display in default size only. EDITING STITCH PATTERNS 4 Character/Decorative Stitches 161 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 176
patterns of different sizes, mirror image stitch patterns, and others. Before Combining Single stitch sewing is automatically selected for sewing combined patterns. If you want to sew the pattern continuously, press after finishing the stitch pattern combination. When changing sizes, creating - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 177
b Select . d Press COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS . 4 c Press . e Select . Character/Decorative Stitches o The display returns to the stitch selection screen. 163 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 178
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS f Press g Press to sew the pattern continuously. . b Press again, then press the small size. Patterns Example: o The pattern is displayed in a smaller size. c Press to sew continuously. a Press . o The large size stitch will be selected. 164 o The entered pattern - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 179
Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns Example: COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS c Press . a Press . b Press again, then press . 4 o The entered pattern is repeated. Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Length Example: Character/Decorative Stitches o The pattern is flipped along a - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 180
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS b Select again, then press 3 times. Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) You can use the keys with 7mm satin stitch patterns to create a step effect. Stitch patterns sewn so that they create a step effect are called step stitch patterns. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 181
a Press . b Press . COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS e Press . o The next stitch pattern will move to the right. c Press again. 4 o The entered pattern is repeated. Character/Decorative Stitches d Press . o The next stitch pattern will move to the left. 167 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 182
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS ■ More Examples Press o o o o . Press o o o o o o o o . Press o o o o o o o o . Press o o o . 168 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 183
data other than that created using this machine or the machine which create ".pmu" data file, may cause the machine to malfunction. ■ Types of USB Devices Decorative Stitches Note • Some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website for more details. • The access lamp will - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 184
is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks programs. All other brands and product names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies. However, the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 185
's memory. A total of about 1 MB of stitch patterns can be saved in the machine's memory. b Press * Press saving. . to return to the original screen without Note • Do not turn the main power to OFF while the "Saving" screen is - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 186
memory, the memory is too full to hold the currently selected stitch pattern. To save the stitch pattern in the machine's memory, you have to delete a previously saved stitch pattern. b Choose a stitch pattern to delete. * Press pattern. if you decide not to delete the stitch a Press . * - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 187
d Press . * If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press . USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION o The machine deletes the stitch pattern, then automatically saves the new stitch pattern. 4 Character/Decorative Stitches 173 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 188
for more details. • Depending on the type of USB media being used, either directly plug the USB device into the machine's USB port or plug the USB media Reader/Writer into the machine's USB port. • The USB media can be inserted or removed at any time. a Press . a Primary (top) USB port for - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 189
(My computer)". 4 * The USB cable can be plugged into the USB ports on the computer and machine whether or not they are turned on. o The "Saving" screen is displayed. When the pattern is port on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. 175 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 190
THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press . e Select the stitch pattern's .pmx copy the file to the computer. file and Note • Do not turn off the machine while the "Saving" screen is showing. You may lose the data. d Press * Press saving. . to return to the original screen without Retrieving Stitch - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 191
each folder to find the stitch pattern. a Insert the USB Media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine (see page 174). a 4 a Primary (top) USB port for media b USB media b Press . a are displayed. o The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the sewing screen will be displayed. 177 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 192
and a subfolder within a folder are displayed. * Press to return to the previous folder. * Use the computer to create folders. Folders cannot be created with the machine. 178 o The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the sewing screen will be displayed. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 193
* Press recalling. to return to the original screen without Character/Decorative Stitches o Stitch pattern data in "Removable Disk" is written to the machine. Note • While data is being written, do not discon- nect the USB cable. • Do not create folders within "Removable Disk". Since folders - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 194
in your computer. o The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the sewing screen will be displayed. Note • The pattern recalled from the computer is only temporarily written to the machine. It is erased from the machine when the machine is turned off. If you wish to keep the stitch pattern, store - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 195
the Computer 250 Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory 251 Recalling from USB Media 252 Recalling from the Computer 254 EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS 256 Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1 256 Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2 257 Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns 259 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 196
the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step 9 Step 3 Step 6, 8 Step 1, 2 Step # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Aim Presser foot attachment Checking the needle Embroidery unit attachment Bobbin thread setup Fabric preparation Pattern selection Embroidery frame attachment Checking the layout - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 197
foot, always press on the screen. You may accidentally press the "Start/Stop" button and possibly cause injury. • Be sure to use embroidery foot "W" when doing embroidery. Using another presser foot may cause the needle to strike the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break and possibly - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 198
design, do not touch the embroidery carriage and frame when the machine is embroidering. 184 a Embroidery unit connection b Machine connection port Note • Be sure there is no gap between the embroi- dery unit and the sewing machine. If there is a gap, the embroidery patterns will not embroider with - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 199
will appear. d Press . BEFORE EMBROIDERING c Hold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. o The carriage will move to the initialization position. ■ Removing the Embroidery Unit a Press either or , then press . o The carriage will move to the removal - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 200
patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended embroidery patterns stored in the machine's memory (see the "QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE" for a full summary of patterns in the machine's memory). You can also use patterns from the embroidery cards (sold separately). Once the machine - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 201
7 categories of patterns in this machine. If a page number such as pattern selection screen for that category. SELECTING PATTERNS appears, there is more than one Embroidery patterns Greek alphabet patterns Floral alphabet patterns Utility embroidery patterns Frame patterns Alphabet characters - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 202
SELECTING PATTERNS Brother "Exclusives" Vintage designs New European designs Quilt designs Monogram designs Japanese designs 188 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 203
PATTERNS Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Brother "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns c to embroider. of the pattern 5 d Press . o The sewing screen is displayed. Embroidery b Press the key embroider. of the pattern you want to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 204
SELECTING PATTERNS e Proceed to "VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN" on page 196 to embroider the pattern. * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . b Press the key embroider. of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 205
. * If the pattern is too small to see clearly, you can use the key to check it. g Press e Press and enter "lue". again and enter "S". Embroidery 5 191 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 206
SELECTING PATTERNS h Press and then enter "ky". j Proceed to "VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN" on page 196 to embroider the pattern. * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . i Press . Selecting Frame Patterns a Press . o The sewing screen is displayed. 192 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 207
Various frame patterns are displayed at the bottom part of the screen. o The sewing screen is displayed. e Proceed to "VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN" on page 196 to embroider the 5 pattern. c Press the key of pattern, press . o The selected pattern is displayed on the screen. Embroidery 193 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 208
Card Reader (Sold Separately) and USB Card Writer Module* • Use only an embroidery card Reader designed for this machine. Using an unauthorized embroidery card Reader may cause your machine to operate incorrectly. * If you have purchased the PE-DESIGN Ver5 or later, PE-DESIGN Lite or PED-BASIC - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 209
Selecting Patterns from USB Media/Computer To recall patterns from the computer or USB media, see pages 252 through 255. SELECTING PATTERNS 5 Embroidery 195 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 210
SCREEN f g a h i b c j d k e l a Shows the presser foot code. Attach embroidery foot "W" for all embroidery projects. When the foot presser symbol is displayed on the screen, you are able to sew. b Shows the boundary for embroidering with the extra large frame (30 cm u 20 cm (approx. 12 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 211
the color of each letter when sewing alphabet 240 character patterns. t Memory key Press this key to save a pattern in the machine's memory, USB media or a you can check that there is enough space to sew the pattern. z Embroidery Press this key to align the embroidering position using - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 212
thicker batting etc., you can sew more attractive embroidery by adjusting the embroidery presser foot height in the embroidery settings screen (see below). • best results in your embroidery projects, always use stabilizer material for embroidery. Follow the package instructions for the stabilizer - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 213
stabilizer (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 5 Embroidery 199 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 214
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 a frame that is too small, the presser foot may strike the frame during sewing and cause injury. 200 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 215
(see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. 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 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 216
PREPARING THE FABRIC e Return the frame initial position. adjustment screw to its b Place the embroidery sheet frame. Align the guide lines on on the the inner embroidery sheet with the mark you made on the fabric. Memo • You can use the included screw driver when you loosen or tighten - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 217
or Fabric Edges ■ Embroidering Ribbons or Tape Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray adhesive. 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 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 218
frame holder b Embroidery frame guide c Slide the embroidery frame into the holder, making sure to align the embroidery frame's with the holder's . a Frame-securing lever CAUTION • If the frame-securing lever is not lowered, the following message appears. You cannot start sewing until you lower - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 219
■ Removing the Embroidery Frame a Raise the frame-securing lever. ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME b Pull the embroidery frame toward you. 5 Embroidery 205 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 220
Using the Built-In Camera to Align the Embroidering Position The embroidering position can easily be aligned using the machine's built-in camera and the included embroidery positioning sticker. a Affix the embroidery positioning the location in the fabric to be sticker to embroidered. Place the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 221
appears so that the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker can be selected. 5 Embroidery Note • If the embroidery positioning sticker is placed in the center of embroidery frame, select any of the four areas. • If the embroidery positioning sticker overlaps two areas, select either - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 222
positioning sticker, and then the carriage is moved so that the center of the embroidery pattern is aligned with the center of the embroidery positioning sticker. Regardless of the setting selected in the machine settings screen, the brightness of the light changes to "5" while the builtin camera - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 223
frame closely to make sure the pattern will be sewn in the right place. a Press . 5 Embroidery g Press the "Start/Stop" embroidering. button to begin Note • After the included embroidery positioning stickers are used up, optional stickers are available. For details, refer to "Options" on - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 224
Selected position → The needle will move to the selected position on the pattern. Memo • To see the entire embroidering area, press . The embroidery frame moves and shows the embroidery area. → An image of the pattern as it will be embroidered appears. CAUTION • Make sure the needle is up when the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 225
. * Press to enlarge the image of the pattern. * The pattern can be sewn as it appears in the following display. CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION 5 Embroidery Memo • You can begin sewing from this screen by pressing the "Start/Stop" button. c Press to return to the original screen. 211 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 226
If you use threads other than those listed above, the embroidery may not sew out correctly. Bobbin case Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) is in the machine for sewing and embroidery. The bobbin case originally installed in the machine has a green marking on the screw. Do not adjust - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 227
below. SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Sewing Embroidery Patterns Example: b a a Groove b Projection c Notch To remove the embroidery needle plate being sewn. a Thread the color, pass machine with thread for the first the thread through the hole in embroidery foot "W", pull out some thread to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 228
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN b Lower the presser foot, then press the "Start/Stop" button to start embroidering. After 5-6 stitches, press the "Start/Stop" button again to stop the machine. c Trim the excess thread seam. If the end of the at the end of the seam is under the presser foot, - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 229
plan to use when attaching the appliqué in step g. a Outline of appliqué b Appliqué material Memo • The embroidery procedure is the same as the basic procedure explained on page 213. → The machine will sew around the outline of the appliqué pieces and will then stop. a Position of appliqué b Base - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 230
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN f Apply a thin layer of adhesive to the back adhesive or spray of the appliqué piece and attach it and needle plate at this time. Finish embroidering the appliqué pattern and then clean away the glue. • For best sewing results clip all threads between color steps. 216 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 231
patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background. Using iron-on paper Using - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 232
printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain . Select the desired pattern. ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Pattern Press . Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function. a Press the key embroider. of the pattern you want - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 233
EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Outputting the Background Image and Positioning Image Use USB media or the computer to output the following three images from the machine into the USB port on the machine. primary (top) b Select Embroidery Note • Print the background and embroidery machine - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 234
Using a USB Cable a Plug the USB cable connectors into the corresponding USB ports on the computer and on the machine. o Two files of the background image only and one file for aligning embroidery into position are copied (PDF format) onto the USB media. Memo • Do not remove the USB media from - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 235
(My computer)". a Background image 5 Embroidery Memo • Do not disconnect the USB cable from the machine until data output is finished. d to the instructions for the printer being used. c Print the embroidery position sheet named E_1p.pdf) onto plain paper. (file a Embroidery position sheet - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 236
from iron-on transfer sheets, refer to the instructions for the iron-on transfer sheets. • If necessary, cut the iron-on transfer sheet to the size of the pattern before transferring the image. Sewing Embroidery Patterns a Hoop in the embroidery frame the with the background image ironed fabric - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 237
remains, you can embroider 10 final stitches without rethreading the machine by pressing . The machine will stop after sewing the 10 stitches. b Unlock the frame-securing lever remove the embroidery frame. and * Be careful not to apply strong force to the fabric at this time. Otherwise, the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 238
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS If the Thread Breaks During Sewing a Press the "Start/Stop" machine. button to stop the b If the upper thread is broken, redo the upper threading. Lifter" button to lower the presser foot, and press the "Start/ Stop" button to continue sewing. 224 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 239
was stopped when the machine is turned on again. a 5 b Press . Embroidery a Current stitch number when embroidery was stopped Note • Do not remove the embroidery unit or the memory will no longer remember your design. a Turn the main power to ON. b Follow the instructions shown on the and - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 240
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS c Attach the embroidery frame and press . o The previous sewing screen displayed before the machine was turned off appears. Memo • If you want to start a new embroidery pat- tern, press so the pattern selection screen appears. d Continue embroidering. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 241
thread tension setting is made extremely weak, the machine may stop dur- ing sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunc- tion. Increase the thread tension slightly, and begin sewing again. b Press to weaken the upper thread Embroidery tension. (The tension number will Memo decrease.) • If - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 242
bobbin case when performing utility stitch sewing and embroidery functions. When in the embroidery function mode, the alternate bobbin case (with no color on the screw) should be selected when substitute embroidery bobbin threads (other than what is accompanied with your machine) are being used. The - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 243
will cut the thread at the end of sewing each color. This function is initially turned on * This setting returns to its default when the machine is turned off. a Press . ■ Bobbin Thread is 30-45 degrees to decrease bobbin tension. Embroidery CAUTION • When adjusting the alternate bobbin - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 244
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Using the Thread Trimming Function (JUMP STITCH TRIM) b . This function can be turned on or off during embroidering. * Your customized setting remains after turning the machine off and on. a Jump stitch Note • When this function is turned on, use the included ball - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 245
speed can be changed while embroidery is being sewn. • The maximum sewing speed setting does not change until a new setting is selected. The setting specified before the main power is set to OFF remains selected the next time that the machine is turned on. • Decrease the sewing speed to 600 spm when - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 246
Frame Display a Press . b Press . c In the "Frame Display", use to change the embroidery frame display mode. * There are 14 choices. EMBROIDERY/POLYESTER THREAD# COUNTRY/COTTON THREAD#* MADEIRA /POLYESTER THREAD# MADEIRA RAYON THREAD# SULKY THREAD# ROBISON-ANTON/POLYESTER THREAD - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 247
line c Quilt frame embroidering area [20 cm × 20 cm (8 inches × 8 inches)] d Embroidery area for optional large embroidery frame [18 cm × 13 cm (7 inches × 5 inches)] e Embroidering area for optional border embroidery frame [18 cm × 10 cm (7 inches × 4 inches)] f Medium frame embroidering area [10 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 248
REVISING THE PATTERN REVISING THE PATTERN CAUTION • When you have revised the pattern, check the display of available embroidery frames and use an appropriate frame. If you use an embroidery frame not displayed as available for use, the presser foot may strike the frame and possibly cause injury. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 249
REVISING THE PATTERN Aligning the Pattern and the Needle Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle a Mark the fabric, as embroidery shown. start position on the 5 b Press . Embroidery 235 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 250
b This key is used for aligning linked characters (see page 241). o The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly). d Press . e Use to align the needle and the mark on the fabric, and begin embroidering - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 251
REVISING THE PATTERN Rotating the Pattern a Press . a a Size of the pattern 5 Embroidery Memo • Some patterns or characters can be enlarged more than others. • Some patterns or characters can be enlarged to a greater degree if they are rotated - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 252
REVISING THE PATTERN * Press to return the pattern to its original position. Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected pattern. Press again to return the pattern to normal. a a Degree of rotation 0° c Press to return to the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 253
. REVISING THE PATTERN b Change the density. * Press to make the pattern less dense. * Press to make the pattern more dense. 5 Embroidery a Normal b Fine (stitches closer together) c Coarse (stitches farther apart) o The pattern density changes each time you press a button. c Press to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 254
Character Patterns b After a character is sewn, change the thread color, and then sew the next character. Combined alphabet character patterns can be sewn with each letter in a different color. If "MULTI COLOR" is set, the machine stops after each character is sewn so that the thread can be - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 255
, refer to "Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns" on page 190. b Press . o The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly. 5 Note • To cancel the starting point setting and return the starting point to the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 256
REVISING THE PATTERN e Press . h After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters ("DEF") can be embroidered. f Press to turn off the thread cutting function - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 257
pattern can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate but not stop between color steps, and then continue The thread color displayed on the screen will be grayed out. 5 Embroidery Memo • Even if uninterrupted embroidering has been set, the automatic thread - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 258
Data that can be Used • Only .pes,.pha,.phb,.phc, and .dst embroidery data files can be used with this machine. Using data other than that saved using our data design systems or sewing machines may cause the embroidery machine to malfunction. ■ Types of USB Devices/Media that can be Used Stitch data - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 259
data is stored in a folder in "Removable Disk", that embroidery data cannot be retrieved by the machine. • Even if the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine will recognize embroidery data. ■ Tajima (.dst) Embroidery Data 5 • .dst data is displayed in the pattern list screen by file - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 260
® XP Windows Vista® Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine's Memory You can save embroidery patterns that you have customized and will use often; for example, your name, patterns that have been rotated or had the size changed, patterns that have had the sewing position changed, etc. A total - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 261
saved or the pattern you want to save takes a lot of memory, and the machine cannot save it. If you delete a previously saved pattern, you can save the returns to the original screen automatically. 5 Embroidery o The machine displays the patterns currently saved. b Select the pattern you want - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 262
will be saved automatically. If there is not enough memory available after deleting the pattern, repeat the steps above to delete another pattern from the machine's memory. • It takes a few seconds to save a pattern. • See page 251 for more information about retrieving saved patterns. 248 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 263
embroidery patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine's USB port. Memo • USB media is commercially available, but some USB media may not be usable with this machine sewing screen. USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION b Insert the USB media into the USB port on the machine. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 264
Computer (My computer)". * The USB cable can be plugged into the USB ports on the computer and embroidery machine whether or not they are turned on. 250 a USB port for computer b USB cable connector o on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 265
in the sewing screen. USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION e Select the pattern's Disk" and copy the .phc file in "Removable file to the computer. Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory a Press . 5 d Press . * Press saving. to return to the original screen without Embroidery o The pattern - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 266
selection and quantity of data. a Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine (see page 249). c Press . a Primary (top) USB port for media b USB media b Press . o The sewing screen is displayed. 252 o Embroidery patterns and a folder in a top folder are displayed. - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 267
a folder are displayed. * Press to return to the previous folder. * Use the computer to create folders. Folders cannot be created with the machine. e Press . * Press to delete the pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB media. Embroidery 5 o The sewing screen is displayed. 253 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 268
the recall. key of the pattern you want to * Press to return to the original screen. o Pattern data in "Removable Disk" is written to the machine. Note • While data is being written, do not discon- nect the USB cable. • Do not create folders within "Removable Disk". Since folders are not - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 269
f Press . USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION o The sewing screen is displayed. 5 Embroidery 255 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 270
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1) b Embroider the same pattern onto the base fabric. from step a You can use framed patterns of the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 271
fabric. 5 Note • If you change the size or position of the patterns when selecting them, make a note of the size and location. Embroidery a Appliqué material b Place the appliqué fabric embroidered in step a. over the pattern * Be sure that the appliqué fabric completely covers the seam - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 272
APPLICATIONS c Embroider fabric. the same pattern on the appliqué e Select the satin stitch frame same shape as the appliqué. pattern of the d Remove the embroidery frame from the embroidery unit, and cut around the outside of the stitches. Note • Do not remove the fabric from the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 273
For details on creating split embroidery patterns and for more detailed sewing instructions, refer to the operation manual included with PE-DESIGN 5 Embroidery a Connect to the machine the media containing the created split embroidery pattern, and then select the split embroidery pattern to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 274
/Stop" the pattern section. button to embroider f When embroidering is finished, the following screen appears. Press . o A screen appears so that a section of the split embroidery pattern can be selected. g Repeat steps b through f to embroider the remaining sections of the pattern. 260 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 275
263 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Brother "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame a Color from the Custom Thread Table 283 Designing Repeated Patterns 284 ■ Sewing Repeated Patterns 284 ■ Repeating One Element of a Repeated Pattern 286 ■ - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 276
editing functions. This machine can perform the 9 functions listed below. ■ Print and Stitch (Combining Embroidery Patterns and Printed Designs background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background. ■ Create Appliqué Piece You - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 277
machine for embroidery according to the instructions on page 182, and press to display the screen below. , then a b c e d f g h j i k a Embroidery patterns b Brother . Embroidery Edit 6 Note • You can also sew Utility Stitches or Character/Decorative Stitches with the embroidery unit - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 278
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Brother "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns d Proceed to "EDITING PATTERNS" page 267 to edit the pattern. on a Select the category of the pattern. b Press edit. the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 279
the pattern. * If the characters are too small to see, press to 6 view a display of all entered characters. e Press to return to the original screen. Embroidery Edit 265 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 280
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT f After you finish your selections, press . o The embroidery edit screen will appear. g Proceed to "EDITING PATTERNS" page 267 to edit the pattern. on 266 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 281
selected. e Shows the degree of rotation for the pattern. Memo • If a key display is light gray, you cannot use that function with the selected pattern. 6 Embroidery Edit 267 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 282
Pattern select key When a combined pattern is selected, use these keys to select a part of the - pattern to edit. j Sewing key Press this key to call up the sewing screen. 290 k Array key Press this key to change the configuration of a character pattern. 271 l Character spacing key Press - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 283
select and drag the pattern. The pattern can also be dragged by selecting it directly in the screen with your finger or the touch pen. Embroidery Edit 269 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 284
EDITING PATTERNS b Select the rotated. angle by which the pattern is * Press left. * Press right. * Press left. * Press right. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 285
Pattern Press to delete the pattern from the screen. a a Shows the size of the pattern being edited. Changing the Configuration of Alphabet Character Patterns 6 a Press . Embroidery Edit c Press to return to the original screen. 271 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 286
EDITING PATTERNS b Press the key embroider. of the layout you want to * See page 265 for more information about layout types. Changing Alphabet Character Spacing a Press . o The display will show the selected layout. c Press . 272 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 287
% of the narrowest character in the group. Note • It is not recommended to edit data and transfer to other or older version machines. Same features do not apply in other machines, so problems may occur. • Character spacing can be reduced only when characters are arranged normally on a straight line - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 288
EDITING PATTERNS Separating Combined Character Patterns Combined character patterns can be separated to adjust the character spacing or to separately edit the patterns after all characters have been entered. a Press . c Use to select where the pattern is to be separated, and then press to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 289
Color of Each Alphabet Character in a Pattern a Press so you can assign a thread color to each character. e Press . b Change the thread a different color. to sew each character in 6 * Press to change the colors in the sewing order. Embroidery Edit a a Color for each character 275 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 290
on selecting character patterns, refer to "Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns" on page 264. b In the sewing screen, press . o The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly. Note • To cancel the starting - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 291
g Press the "Start/Stop" button. h After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters ("DEF") can be embroidered. a End of the embroidering i As in step a, select - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 292
put the color you want to change at the top of the sewing order. Changing the Thread Color You can change the thread color by moving the color to be changed to the top of the sewing order and selecting a new color from the thread colors in the machine. a 278 a 64 Embroidery threads table - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 293
Color palette → The selected color appears at the top of the sewing order. → The display shows the changed colors. Memo • To move the color to your custom thread table. Note • Some machines may already have an addi- tional 300 Robison-Anton thread colors contained instructions. Embroidery Edit 279 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 294
EDITING PATTERNS a In the pattern editing screen, press then press . and b Use to choose where to add a color on the custom thread table. * You can choose colors from the custom thread from the custom thread table by directly touching the screen with the touch pen. * You can scroll through - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 295
c Use to select one of the thread e Press . brands in the machine. EDITING PATTERNS b a d Use to enter a color's 4-digit number. * If you make a mistake, colors are specified. all desired * To delete a specified color from the palette, press . Embroidery Edit a a Thread brand 281 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 296
EDITING PATTERNS g Press to return to the original screen. ■ Adding a Color to the Custom Thread Table from the List a Repeat the previous steps a through c on page 279. b Press to display the thread list. c Use to select a thread color. a b a Thread list b Thread brand d Press . e - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 297
displays. b Press to change or at the to put the color you want top of the sewing order. a Custom thread change key o The custom thread table will appear. d Press to the screen with the touch pen. 6 Embroidery Edit a a Custom thread table o The display shows the changed colors. e Press - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 298
EDITING PATTERNS Designing Repeated Patterns ■ Sewing Repeated Patterns Using the border function, you can create stitches using repeated patterns. You can also adjust the spacing of the patterns within a repeated pattern - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 299
, press . a a Press to change a repeated pattern back to one single pattern. 6 Memo • You can only adjust the spacing of patterns included in the red frame. Embroidery Edit 285 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 300
EDITING PATTERNS f Complete repeated patterns steps c through e. by repeating g Press to finish repeating. Memo • When there are two or more patterns, all patterns will be grouped together as one pattern in the red frame. a Choose pattern the direction will be cut. in which the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 301
Press to automatically change the sewing order of colors in combined border embroidery patterns so that the same color can be continuously sewn. This allows you to continue sewing without repeatedly changing the upper thread or changing the sewing order manually. Memo • In combined stitch - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 302
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use the point of this arrow for positioning the following designs to be sewn. Memo • When repeatedly sewing individual patterns, thread marks can be sewn around the perimeter of the pattern only. a Press . pattern that you want to assign a thread mark(s) to. 6 d Press . Embroidery Edit 289 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 304
over the original pattern. a * To combine the pattern with other patterns, select (see page 291). * See page 212 for more information about sewing patterns. Memo • If you want to return to the edit screen after pressing , press . 290 a Duplicated pattern Note • If multiple patterns are - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 305
COMBINING PATTERNS COMBINING PATTERNS Editing Combined Patterns Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing b Use to view 2/7, then select . a Press pattern. to select an embroidery c Press . 6 Embroidery Edit 291 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 306
COMBINING PATTERNS d Press . f Select and enter "Spring". * After selecting , press to change the character case, then enter the remaining characters. e Press to enter the alphabet characters. * Press to return to the previous screen. o The characters you enter will be displayed in the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 307
j Press to characters. change the color of the * See page 278 for more information about changing the color. COMBINING PATTERNS ■ Selecting combined embroidery patterns If multiple patterns have been combined, use to select the pattern to be edited. If a USB mouse is connected, the pattern - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 308
PATTERNS a Embroider by following the color order on the right side of the display. Sewing Combined Patterns Combined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → → After the flowers are embroidered, the [+] cursor will - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 309
can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate but not stop between color steps, and then continue b Use and to specify the distance from the pattern to the basting stitching. 6 Embroidery Edit Memo • The higher the setting, the farther the bast- ing is from - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 310
pieces can be created from the built-in patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is convenient for fabrics that cannot be embroidered or when gray and cannot be selected. o Basting is added to the beginning of the sewing order. Note • Felt or denim fabrics are recommended to make the appliqué - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 311
pattern as shown below. Memo • Three settings are available: 1 (narrow), 2 (normal) and 3 (wide). 6 Embroidery Edit a Embroidering area b Approx. 1 cm c Pattern size • The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off. d Press screen. to return to the previous e Press . 297 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 312
and cannot be selected. o The steps for creating the appliqué piece are added to the sewing order. Note • An appliqué piece cannot be created if the pattern is too large or the appliqué fabric in the embroidery frame, attach the embroidery frame to the machine, and then start embroidering. 298 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 313
, otherwise the stabilizer material may tear during embroidering. l Thread outline the machine with the thread for from step n, and then sew the the placement line for the appliqué position (APPLIQUE POSITION). 6 Embroidery Edit Note • Depending on the pattern density and fabric used, there - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 314
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS n With the machine threaded using the thread for the outline from step l, sew the outline (APPLIQUE). ■ o After embroidering is finished, remove the stabilizer material from the embroidery frame. p Use scissors to stabilizer from cut the excess water-soluble - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 315
frame pattern, and then press and . d Press and then press . o The frame pattern is deleted. e Press setting. to select the appliqué piece h Press . 6 Embroidery Edit f Press . i Continue with step g of "Creating an Appliqué Piece" on page 296 to complete the appliqué piece. 301 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 316
and then press . Align the Embroidering Position The embroidering positioning can easily be aligned using the machine's built-in camera and the included embroidery positioning sticker. Note • When embroidery frame (small) is installed, the built-in camera cannot be used to align the embroidering - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 317
positioning sticker, and then the carriage is moved so that the center of the embroidery pattern is aligned with the center of the embroidery positioning sticker. Regardless of the setting selected in the machine settings screen, the brightness of the light changes to "5" while the builtin camera - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 318
Note • If the following warning message appears, touch and reposition the embroidery positioning sticker so the pattern is within the embroidery field, and then press again. f A reminder message appears. Remove the embroidery positioning sticker from the fabric and press . * To remove the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 319
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION In the same way as embroidery patterns in Chapter 5, you can save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns to and from the machine's memory, a personal computer, or USB media. Refer to the relevant sections in Chapter 5 on saving and retrieving - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 320
patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background. Using iron-on paper Using - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 321
printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain . Select the desired pattern. ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Pattern Press . Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function. a Press the key embroider. of the pattern you want - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 322
EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Outputting the Background Image and Positioning Image Use USB media or the computer to output the following three images from the machine media into the USB port on the machine. primary (top) b Select the embroidery position sheet in their original the machine's - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 323
Two files of the background image only and one file for aligning embroidery into position are copied b Select the pattern, and then press . (PDF format) onto the USB media. Memo • Do not remove the USB media from the machine until data output is finished. d Remove the USB media where the image - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 324
. • Some printers will automatically print an image flipped if an iron-on transfer sheet is selected as the paper. For details, refer to the instructions for the printer being used. Sewing Embroidery Patterns a Hoop in with the the embroidery frame the background image ironed fabric on. 310 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 325
the paper from moving. a Cellophane tape d After press checking . that a pattern is selected, → The sewing screen appears. Note • Before embroidering, check that the embroidery position sheet is perfectly aligned with the background. e Align the embroidering position according to steps - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 326
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) 312 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 327
7 Chapter MY CUSTOM STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH 314 ENTERING STITCH DATA 316 ■ Key Functions ...316 ■ Moving a Point ...319 ■ Moving Part or All of the Design 319 ■ Inserting New Points ...320 USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES 322 Storing Custom Stitches in Your List 322 ■ If the Memory is Full ...322 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 328
DESIGNING A STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH™ creations with built-in characters (see page 162). Memo • Stitches that you create with MY CUSTOM STITCH™ can be - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 329
DESIGNING A STITCH Examples of Custom Stitches Stitch 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 12 18 22 23 21 17 14 12 9 6 3 1 3 6 0 0 3 6 10 13 14 13 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 Stitch 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 41 43 40 41 38 35 32 30 32 35 41 45 47 44 0 0 4 7 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 0 0 4 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 330
this key to delete a selected point. 318 f Return key Press this key to exit the entering stitch data screen. - g Test key Press this key to sew a test of the stitch. 318, 322 h MY CUSTOM STITCH™ Press this key to store the stitch being created. 322 memory key i Block move key Press - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 331
a Press and then . b Press . ENTERING STITCH DATA * Press created. to enlarge the image of the stitch being a b c Use to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet. * Press sheet. to change the direction of the grid a Currently selected point/Total number of points b - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 332
point that grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen as a continuous line. * Press * Press * Press to delete a selected point entered. to sew a test-run of the stitch. to return to the original screen. Memo • If you have entered points that are too close together, the fabric may - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 333
■ Moving a Point a Press or to move that you want to move. to the point * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Moving Part or All of the Design a Press or to move to the first point - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 334
ENTERING STITCH DATA c Press or to move the section. ■ Inserting New Points a Press or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point. * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. d Press . - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 335
o A new point is entered and moves to it. c Use to move the point. ENTERING STITCH DATA MY CUSTOM STITCH 7 321 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 336
be stored. Before storing a stitch, press run of the stitch. to sew a test- ■ If the Memory is Full If the following message appears a stored stitch pat- tern, see page 323. Note • Do not turn off the machine while the "Sav- ing" message is displayed, otherwise the stitch pattern data being saved - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 337
Retrieving Stored Stitches a Press . USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES c Press . * To delete the stored stitch pattern, press . * To edit the stored stitch pattern, press . o A list of stored stitch patterns is displayed. b Select the stitch pattern. * Press to return to the previous screen - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 338
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES 324 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 339
328 ADJUSTING THE SCREEN 329 Touch Panel is Malfunctioning 329 TROUBLESHOOTING 330 ERROR MESSAGES 335 ■ Alarm Sounds ...342 SPECIFICATIONS 343 UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE 344 Upgrade Procedure Using USB Media 344 Upgrade Procedure Using Computer 345 STITCH SETTING CHART 347 INDEX 356 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 340
). foot d Remove the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit if either is attached. e Grasp both sides of the needle and then slide it toward you. plate cover, Cleaning the Machine Casing If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in a neutral detergent - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 341
may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case ( color on the screw)), contact your nearest authorized service center. • If the needle plate has the needle plate cover. b Use the screwdriver machine to unscrew included with the and remove the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 342
needle plate. Once this message appears, it is recommended to take your machine to an authorized dealer or nearest authorized service center for a regular maintenance check. Although this message will disappear and the machine will continue to function once you press , the message will display - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 343
pen, lightly the center of each +, in order from 1 touch to 5. If the screen does not respond correctly when you touch a key (the machine does not perform the operation or performs a different operation), follow the steps below to make the proper adjustments. a Holding your finger on the screen - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 344
during sewing. Press at any time to return to the original screen. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 345
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem machine. Bobbin thread does The thread is not passed through the bobbin Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin 38 not wind neatly on the winding thread guide correctly. winding thread guide . Fabric is fed forcefully when sewing thick fabric Allow the fabric to - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 346
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Fabric does not feed through the machine Fabric puckers High-pitched sound while sewing Character pattern does not turn . 152 67, 227 Fabric was pulled, pushed or fed at an angle Sew while guiding the fabric with your hands 60 while it was being sewn. so that the fabric - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 347
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Embroidery pattern does not sew out correctly Machine does not operate Embroidery unit does not feed mechanism is damaged. opposite direction. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. The LCD screen is fogged up. Condensation has formed on the LCD - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 348
the machine will make a sound different from that made during normal sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction. • If the power is disconnected during sewing: Turn the main power to OFF and unplug the machine. If you restart the machine, follow the instructions for operating the machine correctly - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 349
displayed when you try to sew with a stitch other than a middle needle position stitch while the single-hole needle plate is installed. This message is displayed when the needle plate is removed with the machine on or when the machine is turned on and embroidery or embroidery edit mode is selected - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 350
procedure described in "Edge Sewing" on page 140 starting from step f. If this error message appears again, sew without using edge sewing function. 336 This message when the foot controller is pressed while the embroidery unit is attached and machine is set up for embroidering. This message is - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 351
characters. ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when the machine is in embroidery mode and the embroidery unit tries to initialize while the embroidery frame is attached. This message is displayed when the machine is ready to sew an embroidery pattern, and the "Start/Stop" button is pushed - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 352
machine is turned off while sewing, then turned on again. Press to return the machine embroidery frame is attached. This message is displayed when the machine failed to recognize the embroidery positioning mark. - Confirm that the embroidery positioning mark is in the selected area. If problem - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 353
/Stop" button is pushed to sew Utility stitches or Character/ Decorative stitches while the foot controller is connected. (This message does not appear when embroidering). This message is displayed when the "Start/ Stop" button is pushed while the machine is in embroidery edit mode and a pattern is - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 354
than a buttonhole is selected, and the "Start/ Stop" button or the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button is pushed. This message is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached and the power is turned on with the needle in the down position. This message is displayed when the selected stitch is - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 355
USB media. For a list of compatible USB media, visit "http:// solutions.brother.com". ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when it seems that the upper displayed when the file size exceeds the data capacity of the machine. Confirm the file size and format. (see page 25.) This message appears - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 356
Sounds If the operation was performed incorrectly, an alarm sounds to indicate that an error occurred. If the operation was performed correctly, the machine beeps to confirm the operation. Memo • To cancel the operation beep or to change the volume, press , display screen 3/7, and then change - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 357
of box Accessory Box (Box 2 of 3) Embroidery Unit (Box 3 of 3) Weight of machine Weight of box (for shipping) Sewing speed Needles Dimensions of box Weight of the box (for shipping) Dimensions of embroidery unit Dimensions of machine with embroidery unit attached Dimensions of box Weight of - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 358
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE You can use USB media or a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on "http://solutions.brother.com", please download the files following the instructions on the website - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 359
The following screen will appear on the LCD. b Press . o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear. When the download is performed successfully, following message will appear. e Remove the machine off USB media, and and on again. turn the - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 360
will appear. e When the message disappears, press . o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear. If the download is performed successfully, following message will appear. f Unplug the USB machine off and cable, and on again. turn the 346 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 361
Quilting foot "C" is used when the straight stitch needle plate is attached to the machine. Refer to "Using Free motion Quilting Foot "C"" on page 105. Stitch Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 362
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle 2 steps elastic zigzag 3 steps elastic zigzag Overcasting stitch Overcasting (medium weight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 363
[mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle Piecing stitch (Left NO Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch Quilting appliqué stitch Zigzag stitch for quilting and sewing on appliqué quilt pieces Quilting stitch for invisible appliqué or attaching binding 3.5 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 364
, decorative hems 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) Heirloom, decorative hems 4.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle 3.0 (1/8) 2.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 2.5 1.0 - 4.0 OK (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16) ( J ) 2.5 1.0 - 4.0 OK (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 365
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Honeycomb stitch Heirloom, decorative hems 5.0 (3/64) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) Honeycomb stitch Heirloom, decorative hems 6.0 1.5 - 7.0 (15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) Hemstitching Heirloom, - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 366
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle Round ended buttonhole Buttonholes with bar tack 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO Round - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 367
name Presser foot Applications Button sewing Attaching buttons Eyelet Star eyelet For making eyelets, holes on belts, etc. For making star-shaped eyelets on holes. Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 - 4.5 (3/32 - 3/16 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 368
length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle Hand-look quilting Quilting stitch made to look like hand quilting stitch 3.50 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO Basting stitch Stem stitch Basting Reinforced stitching, sewing and decorative applications 3.50 0.00 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 369
Reinforcement of stretch fabric or decorative stitching 4.00 (3/16) 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 1.6 (1/16) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 1.0 (1/16) 0.2 - 4.0 (1/64 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 370
155 , retrieving 176 177 saving 171 174, 175 selecting 146 sewing 152 stitch selection screens 147 Cleaning LCD screen 326 machine casing 326 race 326 Combining Patterns character/decorative stitches 162 embroidery edit 291 Cord guide bobbin cover 92 Crazy quilt 92 , Custom Thread Table - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 371
sewing 212 , using a frame pattern to make an appliqu 256 257 , Embroidery positioning sticker 206 302 Embroidery sheet 202 , Embroidery Machine operation mode key 330 , Main power switch 1 12 Mirror image key 79, 158, 238 , Multi color key 240 275 Multi-directional sewing thread guides 2 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 372
Set key 317 Settings automatic reinforcement stitching 69 , automatic thread cutting 70 229 display language 29 embroidery settings 24 general settings 23 machine setting mode key 22, 231, 279 sewing settings 22 stitch length 67 stitch width 66 , thread tension 67 227 thread trimming 230 - Brother International Innov-is 6000D | Operation Manual - Page 373
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Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 882-W01/W02 XE4892-201d Printed in Taiwan
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Computerized
Embroidery and Sewing Machine
Operation Manual
Product Code:
882-W01/W02