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Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code: 882-W01/W02 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 2
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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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 4
cable) included with this machine. Use only the USB mouse included with this machine. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information and updates, visit our website at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ii - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 5
-240V COUNTRIES This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 6
Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine NV6000D This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LABEL The following warning label is on the included side cutter. 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 9
page 290. Completed embroidery patterns can be combined with printed backgrounds that are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 10
MACHINE Getting Ready To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens 1 Chapter Page 11 Sewing Basics To learn how to prepare for sewing and basic sewing 145 Embroidery Maximum 30 cm × 20 cm (approx. 12 × 8 inches) for large embroidery designs 5 Chapter Page 181 Embroidery Edit - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 12
4 Storing Bobbin Clips 5 Using the Embroidery Unit Carrying Case 5 Included Accessories 5 Options 8 Using the Spool Stand 9 Chapter 1 Getting Ready 11 TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF 12 LCD SCREEN 14 USB Connectivity 18 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key 22 Using the Sewing Machine Help Key - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 13
Race 326 Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area 327 About the Maintenance 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 14
CONTENTS xii - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 15
the sewing machine. (page 3) l Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. (page 4) m Thread cutter Pass the threads through the thread cutter - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 16
set the bobbin. (page 43, 92) g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to clean the race. (page 86, 213) 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 18
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 align - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 37 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 21
-001 55 Soft cover XE3966-001 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 22
2 10 spool stand 3 Wide table and free motion grip 4 Embroidery frame set (large) H 18 cm × W 13 cm (H 7 inches × W 5 inches) 5 Embroidery card Reader 6 Embroidery card 7 Stabilizer material Water soluble stabilizer 8 1/4 quilting foot with guide 9 Embroidery bobbin thread (white) Embroidery bobbin - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 23
of the machine while the spool stand is installed. • Do not push or pull the telescopic thread guide or spool pins with extreme force, otherwise damage may result. • Do not place any object other than spools of thread on the spool support. • Do not try to wind thread on the bobbin while sewing using - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 24
pull the upper cover up to remove it from the machine. b Attach the upper cover to the machine. e Insert the spool the machine. stand onto the notches of Memo • See page 41 about the bobbin winding using the spool stand. • See page 52 about the upper threading using the spool stand. 10 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 25
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 Bobbin 37 ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin 37 ■ Using the Spool Pin 40 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 26
does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms CAUTION • Use only the power cord included with this machine. • Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result. • Do - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 28
or the included touch pen to select a machine function. Note • When the straight stitch needle plate is on the machine, the 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 29
finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the foot indicated in this display before sewing. d Shows a preview of the selected stitch. stitch appears in the screen at nearly its actual size. e Shows the stitch patterns. f Shows additional - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 30
14 key select a different category - "Sewing", "Embroidery" or "Embroidery edit". f Stitch selection 79 display Press the key for the pattern . 82 Manual memory key Reset key Change the stitch pattern settings (zigzag width and stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting or - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 31
the automatic 69 cutting key thread cutting function before sewing to have the machine automatically sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on the pattern, the machine may sew reverse stitches) and trim the threads after sewing. t Automatic Press this key - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 32
* If you have 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 33
included USB cable, the sewing machine can be connected to your computer. LCD SCREEN ■ Using a USB Mouse The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 35
Getting Ready LCD SCREEN 1 21 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 37
for the embroidery and sewing machine. o Display the program version. "Version 1" shows the program version of the LCD panel, "Version 2" shows the program version of the machine. Memo • The latest version of software is installed in your machine. Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 38
frame displays (see page 232). b Change the thread color display on the embroidery screen; thread number, color name (see page 231). c When the thread number "#123" is selected, select from six thread brands (see page 231). d Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting (see page 231). e Adjust the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 39
Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns" on page 30. a Press . o The Sewing settings screen appears. images for the screen saver of your machine. Before changing the screen saver image, Compatible image files Format JPEG format (.jpg) File size Max. 150 KB for each image File dimension - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 46
LCD SCREEN Using the Sewing Machine Help Key Press to open the sewing machine help screen. Three functions are available from the screen shown below. a b c a Press this key to see explanation for upper threading, winding the bobbin, changing the presser foot, preparing to embroider a pattern, - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 47
buttons. displays information about threading the machine, changing presser feet, etc. Some of the functions are described in the movies. Watch these movies for a better understanding of the functions. displays information about attaching the embroidery unit, preparing fabric for embroidering - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 51
for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, (SFB: XA5539-151)). * Actual size a This model b Other models c 11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch) a Supplemental spool pin - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 52
small) that is closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit 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 small space - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 53
near the machine while winding the bobbin to make sure the bobbin thread is being wound correctly. If the bobbin thread is wound incorrectly, press immedi- ately to stop the bobbin winding. • The sound of winding the bobbin with stiff thread, such as nylon thread for quilting, may be different - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 54
bobbin while 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 plate. a Thread - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 55
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, do not cross the bobbin winding thread with the upper thread in the thread guides. 41 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 56
again. Note • Make sure that the thread passes through the pre-tension disk correctly (page 38). b Cut the tension thread disk. with scissors near the pre- a Pre-tension disk c Push the bobbin winder switch to and then raise the bobbin at least the right, 10 cm (4 inches) from the shaft - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 57
this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, (SFB: XA5539-151)). e Set the bobbin in the bobbin case the thread unwinds to the left. so that * Actual size a This - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 58
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 right side to close the cover (2). a Cutter o The cutter cuts the thread. Note • If the thread is not - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 59
Bobbin Thread There may be some 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 60
, the 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 61
in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit on the end of the spool and cause the needle to break. h Guide the thread down, up, then down through the groove, as shown in the illustration. Memo • When sewing with - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 62
thread through the thread guide disks (marked "7"). 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 63
the twin needle mode (refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual). a About 10-15 cm (approx. 4-6 inches) Memo • If the needle could not be threaded or the thread was not passed through the needle bar thread guides, perform the procedure again starting from step c. Then, pass the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 64
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 set it in - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 65
the twin needle. Using the twin needle 1 while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 66
sized spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) cannot be used with the spool cap base. 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 the spool pin, place the thread spool - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 67
to the spool size before placing it over the spool. Getting Ready a Spool net b Thread spool c Spool pin d Spool cap Note • Guide the thread so that it does not become entangled with the other thread. • After feeding the thread as instructed, wind any excess thread back onto the spool, otherwise - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 68
for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury. Removing the Presser Foot d Press the black button on the presser holder and remove the presser foot. foot Press o o o o in this order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 34). Follow - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 69
sewing difficult fabrics (such as quilted fabrics or velvet) or fabrics that slip easily (such as vinyl, leather, or synthetic leather). Note • Thread the needle manually Insert the securely with the screwdriver. CAUTION • Use the included screwdriver to tighten the screw securely. If the screw is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 70
button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result. • Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. machine. c Use the screwdriver to toward the front of the turn the screw machine and loosen the screw. Remove the needle. a Parallel space b Level surface (bobbin - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 72
CHANGING THE NEEDLE About the Needle The 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. Below are some things to keep in mind about needles. • The smaller the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 73
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 67 ■ Proper Thread Tension ...67 ■ Upper Thread is Too Tight 68 ■ Upper Thread is Too Loose 68 USEFUL - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 74
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 stitch you want to sew. c Install the presser thread in presser foot. Hold your left hand, and rotate the handwheel to set the needle in the sewing - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 75
"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. • Do not press the "Thread Cutter" button when there is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 80
width, stitch length, and upper thread tension. However, if needed, you can change any of the individual 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 81
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 the display gets bigger - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 82
46) and 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 84
. 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 cutting func- tion, press again, so it appears - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 85
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, move the knee lifter to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 87
thick seams (see page 63), or quilting (see page 102). Sewing Basics Memo • If you press the "Start/Stop" button to pause sewing, press it again to continue, reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) will not be sewn. d Press the "Start/Stop" button to stop the machine at the point where the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 89
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 the image to its original display size. Note • The camera view window disappears when you start sewing. • When sewing thick fabrics, the needle drop - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 90
USEFUL FUNCTIONS 76 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 91
Stitches 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 93
stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch. If is (this is true of buttonholes, multi-directional sewing, and others). 3 Press to create a Stitch selection screen c Percentage size of view c Press the key of the stitch you want to sew. Memo • For details - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 94
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 stitch. to display an enlarged image of the a a Stitch screen Memo • The color changes every time - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 95
Saving Your Stitch Settings 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 98
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 and auto- matic reinforcement stitch keys on - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 99
width, then align the edge 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 on the needle - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 to screw driver included or the embroidery unit if - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 101
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 30 mm (approx. 1-3/16 inches) a Between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and 30 mm (approx. 1-3/16 inches) c Sew while keeping the fabric straight. a Notch - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 102
inches), and then tie both ends together. * Do not sew a reverse stitch at the end. d Insert the ends of the thread with a hand sewing needle. into the dart b Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and the thread tension to approximately 2.0 (weaker tension). * If you press - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 103
"Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the end of sewing. 3 Utility Stitches a Seam line b 10 to 15 mm (approx. 3/8 inch to 9/16 inch) c About 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) e Pull the bobbin threads to desired amount of gather - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 106
the machine b Thread the gimp thread through the hole the cord guide bobbin cover from top to in bottom. Position the thread in the notch at the back of the cord guide bobbin cover. a Fabric (right side) b Gimp thread g Lower the presser foot and make a decorative finish. start sewing to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 110
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, , 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 "Automatic Threading" button. Stitch Stitch name With - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 upper thread. Pass 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 112
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 after use to avoid having dust and scraps of thread build up on it. • Add a small amount of oil as required to the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 113
SEWING THE STITCHES Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find it quilting and ("P") piecing. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Twin - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 116
(see page 83). Memo • 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 quilt needles and threads are also available for - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 117
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 allowance: 3 to 5 mm 3 (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) b Place a piece of stabilizer cut to the finished size of the appliqué design - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 118
like the three pictured below. d Press to use the speed control slide to control the stitch width. 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 119
at a consistent speed. You can adjust the sewing speed with the speed control slide on the machine. a Round hole Using Free motion Quilting Foot "C" Use the free motion quilting foot "C" with straight stitch needle plate for free motion sewing. Memo • Notice this needle plate has a round hole - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 120
to set the machine to free motion sewing mode. d Remove 55). the presser foot holder (see page e Attach free motion quilting foot "C" at the front with the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notch in the quilting foot. → The key appears as , the quilting foot is raised to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 121
adjust the upper thread tension (see page 67). Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric. Utility Stitches Memo • Normally, the feed dogs are raised for regular sewing. • Do not be discouraged with your initial results. The technique requires practice. a Press to set the machine to free motion - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 122
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 • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the included screwdriver. Otherwise - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 123
may 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 125
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 a blind hem according to the following procedure. Memo • When the size of cylindrical pieces is too - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 and , size, and quality of material (see page 66). Memo • For details on each stitch, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. b Increase the upper thread attractive scallop finish to tension for an the shelltuck stitches - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 130
1/4 inch) 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 threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, and then smooth the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 131
the presser foot with the middle of the space between the fabrics and begin sewing. h Pull out the straight stitch threads. a Basting stitches 3 Memo • Use a thick thread. Utility Stitches d When sewing paper away. is finished, gently tear the Fagoting When there is a space between two - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 133
of finished product Memo • Use a light to medium weight homespun fab- ric with a little stiffness. a Insert a needle. type 130/705H, size 100/16 Wing * This specialty sewing needle is not furnished with your machine. Must be purchased separately. CAUTION • The "Automatic Threading" button - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 134
Sew the decorative stitch in the the five threads created above. center of ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2)) a Pull out several threads threads, leave five threads, and then pull out four threads. The width of five threads ) or less b Four threads (pull out) c Five threads (leave) b Select . - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 136
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot 16 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). a Button holder plate Memo • The size of the buttonhole is determined by the size of the button in the button holder plate. d Align the presser foot with the mark - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 137
is no gap behind the part of the foot marked "A". If the buttonhole foot is not slid back as far as possible, the buttonhole will not be sewn at the correct size. Memo • If automatic thread cutting is turned on before you start sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 138
of the satin stitches to the width of the gimp thread, and set the 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 off any excess. a 10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch) b 15 mm (approx. 9/16 inch) Memo - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 142
). 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 sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 143
are usually between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and 10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch). Note • Pass the thread underneath the presser foot. • Slide the outside frame of the part of the foot marked "A". If the buttonhole foot is not slid back as far as possible, the bar tack will not be sewn to the correct size - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 145
and start sewing. o The machine stops automatically when sewing is finished. a Button b Metal plate CAUTION • Make sure the needle does not strike the button during sewing. The needle may break and cause injury. f From the wrong side of the fabric, pull the end of the bobbin thread to pull - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 146
around the shank, 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 147
b Use in either 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 150
SEWING THE STITCHES c Press the seam allowance open the zipper with a basting stitch and attach in the middle of each side of the zipper tape. e Topstitch 3/8 inch) 7 to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 from the seamed edge of to the fabric, then remove the basting. a Basting stitches b Zipper c Wrong - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 152
side of the zipper, the needle should drop on the left side of the presser foot. a Basting stitches b 7 to 10 mm (approx. 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 153
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 a complicated pattern, is sheer or is glossy, such as - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 156
is not aligned with the edge of the fabric. The fabric at the beginning of sewing is not straight. a Straight part b Fabric j While checking the screen for the distance from the fabric edge to the edge sewing position, move the fabric to the desired position. * The starting point of the fabric - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 157
image from the built-in camera is displayed. Note • While sewing, do not place anything, including your hands, within 2 mm (about 1/ 16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, otherwise the edge of the fabric cannot be detected correctly. When guiding the fabric with your hands, place them outside of the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 159
Size ...157 Changing the Length (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only 157 Creating a Vertical Mirror Image ...157 Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image ...158 Sewing a Pattern Continuously ...158 Changing Thread ■ Trademarks...170 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory ...171 ■ If the Memory is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 165
. 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 1.26 8 1.44 9 1.62 10 1.8 Memo • The default setting is "0". No number less than "0" can be set. • Changing character spacing by this method - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 166
on a thin paper such as tracing paper. Thread Needle Presser foot a Fabric b Stabilizer c Thin paper #50 - #60 With lightweight, regular, or stretch fabrics: the Ball point needle (golden colored) With heavyweight fabrics: home sewing machine needle 90/14 Monogramming foot "N". Using another - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 170
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 free motion quilting. d Automatic Press this key to turn - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 171
combined stitch patterns once the stitch pattern is entered. Actual Stitch Pattern Size * The size differs depending on the fabric and threads. 4 Character/Decorative Stitches Changing the Length (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) When 7mm satin stitch patterns are selected, press to choose - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 174
the enlarged image. o An image of the selected pattern is displayed. b Press to change the thread color in the image to red, blue, or black. a Displays the approximate size of the pattern d Use / / / to view any part of the image that extends out of the viewable display area. 160 o The color - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 176
MY CUSTOM STITCH™). You can also combine stitch 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 178
are deleted individually starting with the last pattern entered by pressing . Combining Large and Small Stitch 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 is repeated. - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 180
patterns. * Press to move the stitch pattern a distance equal to half of the stitch pattern's size to the left. * Press to move the stitch pattern a distance equal to half of the stitch pattern's size to the right. o The length of the image is set to . c Press . Example: o The entered - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 183
USB media with the USB Memory Card Reader/USB card writer module. • Secure Digital (SD) Card • CompactFlash • Memory Stick • Smart Media • Multi Media Card (MMC) • XD-Picture Card Character/Decorative Stitches Note • Some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website for - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 184
Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. All other brands and product names - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 media - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 189
return to the original screen without Saving Stitch Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the stitch patterns can be temporarily the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. 175 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 195
Reader (Sold Separately) and USB Card Writer Module 194 ■ About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately 194 Selecting Patterns from USB Media/Computer 195 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN 196 ■ Key Functions 197 PREPARING THE FABRIC 198 Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric 198 Hooping - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 196
. For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in the embroidery frame. Turn the main power to ON, and select an embroidery pattern. Attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit. Check and adjust the size and - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 197
Press o o o o in this order to display a video example of attaching embroidery foot "W" (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to . e Use the included screwdriver to loosen screw of the presser foot holder, then the remove the presser foot holder. 5 Embroidery b Press . o - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 200
stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 202
SELECTING PATTERNS Brother "Exclusives" Vintage designs New European designs Quilt designs Monogram designs Japanese designs 188 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 204
SELECTING PATTERNS e Proceed to "VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN" on page 196 to embroider the pattern. * you continue adding characters after changing the size, the new characters will be entered in the new size. • You cannot change the size of the entered characters after combining character stitch - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 205
the size. The size changes each time you press the key, from large to medium to small. * If you make a mistake, press to erase the mistake. * 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 207
Frame patterns o 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 pattern, press . o The selected pattern is displayed on the screen. Embroidery 193 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 208
you can plug the included USB card writer module into the machine as an embroidery card reader, and recall patterns. Note • Embroidery patterns cannot be saved from the machine to an embroidery card inserted into a connected USB card writer module*. ■ About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately) • Use - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 210
pattern, and the time already spent sewing the pattern (not including time for changing and automatically trimming the thread). h Shows the number of colors in the selected pattern, and the number of the color currently being sewn. i Shows the part of the embroidery that will be sewn with the first - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 211
this key to specify automatic thread cutting, thread trimming or the thread 229-230 tension. For embroidery, these functions are set automatically. w Forward/Back key Press this key to move the needle forward or back in the pattern; useful if the 224-226 thread breaks while sewing or if you want - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 212
you can sew more attractive embroidery by adjusting the embroidery presser foot height in the embroidery settings embroidery projects, always use stabilizer material for embroidery. Follow the package instructions for the stabilizer being used. Press o o o o in this order to display a video - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 214
FABRIC Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ■ Types of Embroidery Frames Extra Large Quilt Medium Small Embroidery field size of the embroidery field of the optional frame. Check with your authorized dealer for frame compatibility. Select a frame that matches the pattern size. Included - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 215
o o in this order to display a video example of hoping the fabric in the embroidery frame (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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 216
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 the frame adjustment screw - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 218
FRAME Press o o o o in this order to display a video example of attaching the embroidery frame (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. Note • Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the embroidery frame. a Press the "Presser Foot raise the presser foot - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 223
. button to begin Note • After the included embroidery positioning stickers are used up, new ones can be printed downloading embroidery positioning sticker data from the Brother Web site (http:/ /solutions.brother.com). For details, visit the Brother Web site. o The following screen is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 226
explanation of threads below. Included with this machine are two bobbin cases. Follow the explanation below. Thread Upper thread Use embroidery thread intended for use with this machine. Other embroidery threads may not yield optimum results. Bobbin thread Use embroidery bobbin thread intended for - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 227
b Cursor Memo • The [+] cursor moves over the pattern, showing which part of the pattern is 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 give it some slack, and then lightly hold the end of - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 228
color is completely sewn, the machine will automatically trim the threads and stop. The presser foot will then automatically be raised. On the embroidery color order display, the next color will move to the top. Memo • If there is thread left over from the beginning of sewing, it may be sewn over - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 229
of the appliqué. to sew the * Use the same thread color you 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 230
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN f Apply a thin layer of adhesive to the back adhesive or will be shown as a color. → The appliqué will then be completed. h Change the rest the upper thread and of the embroidering. then carry out Memo • Some glue may get onto the presser foot, needle, and - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 231
position, and then start embroidering. o See "Sewing Embroidery Patterns" on page 222. Note • Print the background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match. In addition - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 233
Insert the USB media into the USB port on the machine. primary (top) b Select the pattern, and then size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match. In addition, the built-in camera cannot detect the embroidery poor printing conditions, the machine's builtin camera may not - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 237
below to rethread the lower threading. If very little sewing 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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. If the bobbin thread is broken, press and follow the directions in steps a through e from the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 241
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 you - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 242
when substitute embroidery bobbin threads (other than what is accompanied with your machine) are being used. The alternate bobbin case (with no color on the screw) can be easily adjusted when bobbin tension changes are required to accommodate different bobbin threads. See "Sewing Attractive Finishes - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 243
at the end of sewing each color. This function is initially turned on. To turn this function off, press key and then . This function can be turned on or off during embroidering. * This setting returns to its default when the machine is turned off. a Press . ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Tight Upper - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 244
function is turned on, use the included ball point needle 75/11 for embroidering patterns with short jump stitches such as alphabet characters. Using other needles may cause the thread to break. o The key will display as * The machine will not trim the thread before moving to the next stitching - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 245
vary slightly from actual spool colors. a Press . b Press . c In the "Thread Color Display", use to display the name of the thread colors or the embroidery thread number. 5 Embroidery Memo • SPM is the number of stitches sewn in one minute. • Decrease the sewing speed when embroidering on - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 246
to select from six embroidery thread brands pictured below. Changing the Embroidery 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 247
Center line c Quilt frame embroidering area [20 cm × 20 cm (8 inches × 8 inches)] d Embroidery area for optional large embroidery frame [18 cm Embroidering area for optional border embroidery frame [18 cm × 10 cm (7 inches × 4 inches)] f Medium frame embroidering area [10 cm × 10 cm (4 inches × 4 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 250
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 the pattern. b Select size. the direction in which to change the * Press to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 251
Rotating the Pattern a Press . a a Size of the pattern 5 Embroidery Memo • Some patterns or characters can be pattern 90 degrees to the * Press left. to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the * Press right. to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the * Press to rotate the pattern 1 degree to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 253
thread density for some alphabet character and frame patterns can be changed. A setting between 80% and 120% in 5% increments can be specified. a Press . REVISING THE PATTERN b Change the density. * Press to make the pattern less dense. * Press to make the pattern more dense. 5 Embroidery - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 254
Colors of Alphabet 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 256
. 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 and then press . a End of - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 257
be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate but not stop between color steps, and thread color displayed on the screen will be grayed out. 5 Embroidery Memo • Even if uninterrupted embroidering has been set, the automatic thread cutting function and the thread - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 259
Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. All other brands and product names - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 263
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 when the pattern you want to save is in the sewing screen. USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION b Insert the USB media into the USB port on the machine. primary (top) a Primary - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 264
the original screen without Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the embroidery patterns can be temporarily retrieved on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 269
f Press . USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION o The sewing screen is displayed. 5 Embroidery 255 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 same size and shape to create an appliqué. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 271
frame pattern, and embroider the pattern onto the base 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 272
the frame. Note • Do not change the size or position of the pattern. • If you change the size or position of the patterns when selecting them, make a note of the size and location. a Appliqué material f Reattach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit, and embroider the satin stitch pattern - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 273
designs larger than the embroidery hoop are divided into multiple sections, which combine to create a single pattern after each section is sewn. For details on creating split embroidery patterns and for more detailed sewing instructions, refer to the operation manual included with PE-DESIGN Ver - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 275
Pattern 286 ■ Color Sorting Repeated Patterns 287 ■ Assigning Thread Marks 289 Duplicating a Pattern 290 After Editing 290 COMBINING PATTERNS 291 Editing Combined Patterns 291 ■ Selecting combined embroidery patterns 293 Sewing Combined Patterns 294 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS....295 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 276
embroidery cards. ■ Combine Patterns You can easily create combinations of embroidery patterns, frame patterns, character patterns, patterns from the machine's memory, patterns from separately sold embroidery cards ■ Change the Thread Colors of Patterns You can change the thread colors of the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 278
EDIT Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Brother "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns in the top part of the screen. c Press . Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns When you select character patterns from the embroidery edit screen, - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 281
EDITING PATTERNS d d a a b b c e c e a Shows the size of the entire combined pattern. b Shows the size of the pattern currently selected. c Shows the distance from the center of the key display is light gray, you cannot use that function with the selected pattern. 6 Embroidery Edit 267 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 282
271 box). i 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 284
to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the to rotate the pattern 1 degree to the left. * Press right. * Press position. to rotate the pattern 1 degree to the to return the pattern to its original c Press to return to the original screen. Changing the Size of the Pattern a Press . a a Degree - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 285
original appearance. EDITING PATTERNS Deleting the 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 291
e Press . EDITING PATTERNS 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 292
or to 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 293
addi- tional 300 Robison-Anton thread colors contained in the custom thread table. • You have the option to completely clear, or to restore the Custom Thread Table to the original factory setting. Visit the website for Custom Thread Table Clear/Restore Program and instructions. Embroidery Edit 279 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 294
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 100 colors at a time - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 295
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, press to erase the entered number, and then enter the correct number. a Thread brand b Entered thread color number o The selected thread color is set - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 296
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 Repeat the previous steps until thread colors are specified. all desired * To delete a specified color from the palette - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 297
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 choose a new color from the custom thread table. * Use and to scroll through the custom thread table. * Press to return to the original color. * You can - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 299
spacing, press . * To tighten spacing, 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 302
EDITING PATTERNS 288 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 303
mark in the shape of an arrow will be sewn using the final thread. When sewing a series of patterns, 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 308
order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → → After the flowers are embroidered, the [+] cursor will move to the "Spring" part of the pattern. b Embroider . Note • Follow the directions in "Sewing Embroidery Patterns" on page 213. 294 → When "Spring" is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 instead of changing the thread while embroidering. Press again to return to the pattern's original settings. Basting Embroidery Before embroidering, basting stitches - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 310
built-in patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is convenient for fabrics that o Basting is added to the beginning of the sewing order. Note • Felt or denim fabrics are size. Frame options are displayed on the LCD screen. • When making appliqué pieces, do not use the border embroidery - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 312
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 . h Hoop the appliqué fabric in the embroidery frame, attach the embroidery frame to the machine, and then start embroidering. 298 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 313
the pattern is embroidered, thread machine with the thread for the cutting the line, and then sew the cutting line (APPLIQUE MATERIAL). k Use two layers of adhesive water-soluble stabilizer material with their sticky sides together, and then hoop them in the embroidery frame. a Cutting line - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 315
é pattern. to fit the size of the VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS g Use to select the 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 316
the machine's built-in camera and the included embroidery positioning sticker. Note • When embroidery embroidery positioning sticker can be selected. a Embroidery field b Embroidery pattern c Embroidery positioning sticker • Depending on the type of fabric that is used, a part of the embroidery - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 318
, press . g Press the "Start/Stop" embroidering. button to begin Note • After the included embroidery positioning stickers are used up, new ones can be printed downloading embroidery positioning sticker data from the Brother Web site (http:/ /solutions.brother.com). For details, visit the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 320
position, and then start embroidering. o See "Sewing Embroidery Patterns" on page 310. Note • Print the background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match. In addition - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 322
port on the machine. primary ( embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match. In addition, the built-in camera cannot detect the embroidery machine - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 324
background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and refer to the instructions for the printer being used. Sewing Embroidery Patterns a Hoop in with the the embroidery frame the background image - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 326
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) 312 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 328
you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH™ creations with built-in characters (see STITCH™ if you first draw the stitch on the included grid sheet. a Draw the stitch design on the grid (part code SA507, X81277-151). sheet b Decide the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 329
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 24 18 13 12 13 10 12 8 12 7 12 6 10 5 10 10 13 14 14 12 11 10 9 8 6 6 3 2 0 2 Stitch 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 16 19 23 22 17 22 23 19 42 1 0 0 6 10 6 0 0 0 Stitch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 0 3 5 8 12 17 20 24 27 29 31 32 30 27 24 0 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 333
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 of the section that you want to move. * To move to the - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 338
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES 324 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 339
Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area 327 About the Maintenance Message 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 340
the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit if either is attached. e Grasp both sides of bobbin case, the machine will not run well, and the bobbin thread detection function may not operate. Keep the machine clean for best results. Press → → → → in this order to display a video - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 341
is scratched; otherwise, the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3153-251 (green marking on the screw), XC8167-451 (no color on the screw)), contact your nearest authorized service center. • If the needle plate - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 342
lint and or a vacuum cleaner dust from the cutter in the bobbin case area. About the Maintenance Message a Cutter CAUTION • Do not touch the cutter, otherwise injuries may result. d Use the screwdriver included with the machine to screw and attach the needle plate. Once this message appears - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 343
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Touch Panel is Malfunctioning b Using the included touch 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 344
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 center. Problem The thread is tangled on the wrong side of - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 345
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page Bobbin thread breaks Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 43 There are scratches on the bobbin or it doesn't Replace the bobbin. 43 rotate properly. Thread is twisted. Use scissors, etc. to cut the twisted thread - - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 346
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Fabric does not feed through the machine Fabric puckers High-pitched sound while sewing Character pattern does not turn out Cause Solution Page Feed dogs are set in the down position. 105 Press , and then turn the handwheel to - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 347
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Embroidery pattern does not sew out correctly Machine does not operate Embroidery unit does not operate Nothing happens, even if the LCD display is pressed Cause Solution Thread is twisted. Use scissors, etc., to cut the twisted thread authorized - service center. The - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 348
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION • This machine is equipped with a thread detection device. If the "Start/Stop" button is pushed before the upper threading is done, the machine will not operate properly. Also, depending on the pattern selected, the machine may feed the fabric even if the needle is raised. - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 350
when an unusable embroidery card is inserted. This message is displayed when the "Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch" button is pushed while the embroidery unit is attached. This message is displayed when the foot controller is pressed while the embroidery unit is attached and machine is set up - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 352
the needle position and sew the remainder of the pattern. This message is displayed when the "Start/Stop" button is pushed and the machine is in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached. This message is displayed when replacing the embroidering bobbin thread. 338 This message is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 353
pressed. This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out. This message is displayed when the memory is full and the stitch or pattern cannot be saved. This message is displayed when the machine is retrieving a previously saved pattern while in embroidery edit mode. This message is - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 354
This message is displayed when the bobbin is being wound, and the motor locks because the thread is tangled, etc. This message 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 355
solutions.brother.com". ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when it seems that the upper thread has not been threaded correctly. This message is displayed when is pressed (the presser foot is raised). This message is displayed when the file size exceeds the data capacity of the machine - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 357
SPECIFICATIONS Sewing Machine (Box 1 of 3) Item Dimensions of machine Dimensions 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 359
d Press . UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE Upgrade Procedure Using Computer a While pressing the "Automatic Threading" button, turn the main power to ON. o 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 360
YOUR MACHINE'S SOFTWARE o The following message 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 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 361
be used. Note • 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 width [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto. Manual Twin needle General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 363
16) 0.2 - 5.0 (1/64 - 3/16) NO 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) 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 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 1.4 (1/16 - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - 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 Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 370
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 279 283 Cut/Tension key - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 371
stitches 155 embroidery 197 embroidery edit 268 MY CUSTOM STITCH 316 utility stitches 16 , Knee lifter 1 71 L , LCD screen 1 14 cleaning 326 light 23 locking 74 Lower threading pulling up the bobbin thread 45 setting the bobbin 43 winding the bobbin 37 M Machine operation mode - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 372
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 Sewing key 290 Sewing machine help key 32 Sewing speed controller (speed control - Brother International Quattro 6000D | Users Manual - English - Page 373
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