Brother International SE2000 Operation Manual - Page 94

Embroidering Using the thread trimming function (Jump Stitch Trim) The thread trimming function will automatically trim any excess thread jumps within the color. This function is initially turned on. To turn this function off, touch key and then . • Embroidery frame (small) 2 cm (H) × 6 cm (W) (1 inch (H) × 2-1/2 inches (W)) (sold separately) cannot be used. Thread trimming function will be cancelled if either [Embroidery Frame Identification View] is [ON] and the embroidery frame (small) is selected or a pattern that will fit in the embroidery frame (small) is selected. 1 Jump stitch CAUTION • When using the thread trimming function, do not use embroidery frame (small). Otherwise, the presser foot may strike the frame, possibly causing injuries or damage. Embroidering the appliqué patterns When the color embroidering order display shows [ (APPLIQUE MATERIAL)], [ (APPLIQUE POSITION)] or [ (APPLIQUE)], follow the procedure below. Required materials • Fabric for the appliqué piece • Fabric for the appliqué base • Stabilizer material • Fabric glue or temporary spray adhesive • Embroidering thread Note • The correct names and numbers of the thread colors to be used will not appear. Select the thread colors depending on those in the appliqué pattern. • Some appliqué patterns differ from the procedure described in this manual. For the procedure, refer to the "Embroidery Design Guide". ■ Selecting the Length of Jump Stitch Not to Trim When the thread trimming function is turned on, you can select the length at which jump stitch trimming starts. * Your customized setting remains after turning the machine off and on. Touch or to select the length of jump stitch. For example: Touch to select 25 mm (1 inch) and the machine will not trim a jump stitch of 25 mm or less before moving to the next stitching. Memo • If a design has many trims it is recommended to select a higher jump stitch trim setting in order to reduce the amount of excess tails on backside of fabric. • The higher number of the jump stitch length selected, the fewer number of times the machine will trim. In this case, more jump stitches will remain on the surface of the fabric. ■ 1. Creating an appliqué piece Attach stabilizer material to the wrong side of the a appliqué fabric. Sew the cutting line of the appliqué piece. Remove the b fabric for the appliqué piece from the embroidery frame, and then carefully cut along the sewn cutting line. 1 Outline of appliqué 2 Appliqué material 92