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- Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 1
- Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 2
, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15.Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16.This sewing machine is not intended for - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 3
IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 4
the machine. 4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation. For repair or adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 5
to illustrated step-by-step instructions on the large LCD display. - Machine sets thread tension automatically - no more bothersome trial sewing. - Prepare the bobbin thread for sewing with one touch - no need to pull the bobbin thread up through the needle plate. - Attach the knee lifter to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 6
your patterns pre-programmed into the machine, or choose from a wide selection of embroidery cards (sold separately) to increase creativity. Embroidery Select the "Embroidery" function icon to choose a pattern and sew it as it appears on the screen. Embroidery Editing You can combine characters and - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 7
the manual you should refer to. To sew utility stitches To sew character or decorative stitches Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Sewing Utility Stitches Chapter 4 Sewing Character/ Decorative Stitches To do machine embroidery Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 5 Embroidery Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 8
13 MACHINE FUNCTION SETTINGS ...... 2-14 Automatic Reinforcement Stitching ..... 2-14 Using the Automatic Thread Cutter ..... 2-15 Locking the Screen 2-16 Chapter 3 Sewing Utility Stitches QUICK REFERENCE TABLE 3-1 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES 3-9 Selecting a Stitch Pattern 3-9 I Stitch Selection - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 9
CONTENTS I Needle Plate Markings 3-18 Basting 3-19 Zigzag Stitches 3-20 I Overcasting (Using a Zigzag Stitch) 3-20 I Appliqué (Using a Zigzag Stitch) .. 3-21 I Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt 3-21 I Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch 3-21 Elastic Zigzag Stitches 3-22 I Tape Attaching 3-22 I - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 10
PATTERN 5-29 Sewing Attractive Finishes 5-29 I Needle Plate Cover 5-29 Basic Embroidery Method 5-30 I Embroidering Order for Pattern Parts .. 5-32 Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqu 5-33 I Directions for Appliqu 5-33 ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS 5-35 The Bobbin Runs Out - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 11
BULB 8-1 CLEANING THE MACHINE 8-2 I Cleaning the LCD Screen 8-2 I Cleaning the Machine Casing ......... 8-2 I Cleaning the Race and Shuttle ........ 8-2 CLEANING THE FLOPPY DISK DRIVE HEADS 8-4 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting ADJUSTING THE SCREEN 9-1 ADJUSTING THE TOUCH PANEL ........ 9-2 USING THE - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 12
P.1-31) 8 Flat bed attachment with accessory com- partment P.1-6, 1-8) 9 "Start/Stop" button P.1-4) = "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button P.1-4) A "Needle Position" button P.1-4) B "Thread Cutter" button P.1-3) C Sewing speed controller P.1-5) D "Bobbin Winder" button P.1-5) E Feed dog - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 13
1 2 I Embroidery Unit 1 2 I Hard Case CONTENTS 1 Main power switch 2 Power cord 1 - CAUTION • When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet. • When servicing the machine, or when removing covers or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 14
Embroidery frame (large) 3 Embroidery frame (medium plus) 4 Embroidery frame (medium) 5 Embroidery frame (small) 6 Sheet large 7 Sheet medium plus 8 Sheet medium 9 Sheet small 4 - 5 - I Operation Buttons START STOP "Thread Cutter" Button Press this button after sewing machine or during machine - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 15
lower the needle position. Press the button twice to sew a single stitch. 1 - 2 - "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" Button Use this button to sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing. Press this button, and the machine sews 3 stitches in the same spot and stops automatically. For - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 16
hold it to make room for the fabric (see page 2-4). 1 Presser foot 2 Presser foot lever CAUTION The machine will not operate with the presser foot raised. 1 - 2 - 3 - Use this controller to adjust the sewing speed. Move the lever to the left to sew at slower speeds. Move the lever to the right to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 17
CONTENTS Use this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread during sewing, or when sewing with the twin needle (see pages 1-29, 2-5). 1 - 2 - I Flat Bed Attachment/Free Arm 3 - Use the free arm sewing option to attach cuffs, hem pant legs, and sew other tubular pieces. Pull the flat bed attachment - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 18
it is convenient for quilting and other similar projects sewing. * The foot controller can not be used when the embroidery unit is attached. Press the "Start/Stop" button. Note (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model P This foot controller can be used on this machine model ULT2001/ULT2002D/ULT2003D - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 19
-bed attachment towards you 1 - to open the accessory compartment. 1 Storage space 2 Presser foot storage space 3 Bobbin storage space 2 - 1 3 - 2 4 - 3 5 - 6 - No. Part Name Part Code U.S.A. Others 1 Buttonhole foot "A" X57789-101 2 Embroidery foot "Q" XC1274-001 3 Overcasting foot - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 20
230V XC0309-001 35 Needle plate cover (P.5-29) XA9939-051 36 Grid sheet set (P.7-1) SA507 X81277-001 37 Touch pen (P.9-3) XA9940-001 38 Knee lifter (P.1-7) XA6941-001 39 Embroidery bobbin SA-EBT XA8375-001 thread 40 Operation manual XC3200-001 41 Quick reference guide XC3265-001 42 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 21
stand. Pass the thread through the thread guide of the sewing machine, then pass the thread around the thread guide plate. 1 Thread guide of the sewing machine 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 1 • Using the Multi-thread Stand When Placed to the Right of the Sewing Machine : Do not pass the thread through the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 22
cards purchased in foreign countries may not work with your machine. No. Part Name 6 Embroidery card No. 1 Alphabet No. 2 Flower No. 3 Dinosaur No. & Cats No. 19 Marine No. 20 Petite Designs No. 21 Needlework No. 22 Large Quilt No. 23 White on White No. 25 Horse No. 27 Birds No. 28 Christmas No - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 23
shock may result. • Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. • When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use. • Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 24
Viewing the LCD Display When switching on machine, the screen will display the name of the machine. Touch the screen to display the utility stitch. The often used "Straight stitch (left)" (1-01) is automatically selected. 1 - 1 Shows the amount of thread remaining in the bobbin during sewing. If - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 25
function to create your own stitch patterns. Embroidery key Embroidery edit key Screen lock key Sewing type selection key Stitch selection display Attach the embroidery unit and press this key. (Caution: the Embroidery screen will not display if the embroidery unit is not attached.) Press - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 26
CONTENTS Display Key Name Needle mode selection key (single/double) Stitch width and stitch length key Thread tension key Manual memory key Reset key Explanation Press this key to select twin needle sewing mode. The sewing mode changes between single needle mode and twin needle mode each time you - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 27
Using the LCD Display CONTENTS Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, or to select a 1 - machine function, or operation indicated on the key. CAUTION Only touch the screen with your finger or the included touch pen. Do not use a sharp pencil, screwdriver, or other hard or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 28
at left. 2. Press to go to the next screen. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 3. On the display, use and to adjust the screen brightness. * makes the screen darker * makes the screen lighter 4. Once you have adjusted the screen brightness, press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Setting Up 1-17 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 29
Choosing the Display Language 1. Press 2. Press to open the screen at left. to go to the next screen. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3. When you see this display, press the ar- row keys to choose the display language. * Choose from the following languages: ENGLISH GERMAN FRENCH ITALIAN - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 30
may be damaged. 7. With your finger, lightly press the opening screen. A screen that allows you to select the sewing machine or the application appears. * If a floppy disk that does not contain the application is inserted, the Utility Stitch screen appears. * If Application Check was set to "ON", it - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 31
as those from the sewing machine 8 if "ON" is selected for this setting. 7 Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting (see page 5-41). 8 Program version display Note Version 3.0, this is the installed software version for your machine. Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at www - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 32
about the main parts of the machine and their functions. This is the first screen displayed when 1 4 you press . 2 5 2 displays information about 3 threading the machine, changing presser feet, etc. 3 displays information about attaching the embroidery unit, preparing fabric - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 33
(upper threading). CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 4. This screen shows instructions for threading the machine. Use the arrow keys to scroll downward for more information. = to scroll slowly = to scroll quickly 7 - If you select bobbin winding, setting the bobbin, or upper thread- ing, is - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 34
I Contents of Other Categories Setting Up 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 1-23 Index CONTENTS - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 35
pattern and press to see an explanation of the stitch selection. Example: Displaying information about CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 1. Press . (If the currently displayed stitch selection screen does not include screen). use the screen selection tabs to go to the correct 3 - 2. Press . 4 - 5 - 3. The - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 36
➜ ➜ ➜ in that order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD (see page 1-22). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. CAUTION Use only bobbins recommended by the manufacturer of this machine (see page 1-8). Using other bobbins may result in damage or injury - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 37
1 1 2 1 3 CONTENTS Note When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread (see the illustration in both hands, and pass the thread behind the thread guide cover on top of the machine. Use both hands to set the thread around the thread guide plate. 1 Thread guide plate 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 6. Pull the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 38
in the illustration). 5 - 6 - 3 1 7 - 10.Pass the end of the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the thread to the right. The cutter will cut the thread. 8 - 1 Guide slit 2 2 Bobbin winder seat 1 CAUTION 9 - Be sure to follow the process described. If the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 39
to the original position. 14.Remove the bobbin. 6 - CAUTION When removing the bobbin, do not pull on the bobbin winder seat. Doing so could loosen or remove the bobbin winder seat, resulting in damage to the machine. 7 - 8 - CAUTION Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 40
CONTENTS I Winding the Bobbin During Sewing With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. It will be convenient to wind the bobbin embroidery thread while sewing embroidery. The threading process is different from the earlier section, so read and follow the instructions carefully. 1 3 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 41
, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to set the thread around the thread guides. 1 Projection in the thread guides 2 - 1 2 5. Pass the thread around the projection in the thread guides, then pass the thread under the pretension disk. Make sure to set the thread securely under the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 42
7 - 4. Guide the thread through the groove, then pull the 1 thread toward you to cut off any excess. 1 Cutter 8 - 5. Replace the bobbin cover. Place You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. When you need to pull up the bobbin thread (free motion embroidery) see the illustrated - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 43
Press ➜ 1 - ➜ ➜ in that order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 1-22). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. CAUTION Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper threading can cause the thread to tangle and break the needle, leading to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 44
it angles toward the front of the machine. Set the thread spool on the and cause the needle to break. Note When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread (see the thread around the plate in the thread guides. Use both hands to set the thread around the thread guide plate. 1 Thread guide plate 3 - 4 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 45
the thread through the groove according to the 1 - threading sequence (numbers) indicated on the machine. 2 - M 3 - 4 - 5 - 1 7. To thread the take-up lever up lever 6 - 7 - 8. Set the thread behind the needle clamp thread guide on the needle bar. To set the thread easily, hold the end of - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 46
thread securely into the slit of the disk in the thread guide. Be sure that the thread catches the corner of the thread guide. 1 Corner of the thread guide 1 - 2 - 10.Use the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut the thread. 3 - 3 4 - 5 5 6 11. Lower the presser foot lever. CAUTION - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 47
threader lever can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Check the table on page 1-45 for appropriate needle and thread start again from step 8, setting the thread in the needle clamp thread guide. 8 - • There are certain decorative threads that can not be threaded - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 48
thread. 1. Insert the vertical spool pin into the end of the bobbin 3 winder shaft. 2 2. Install the spool felt and the thread spool If using metallic thread, we recommend that you use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Note This method keeps the thread from twisting as it comes off the spool - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 49
sewing applications when you want to pull up the bobbin thread, for example, when making gathers, darts, free motion quilting or embroidery. CONTENTS 1 - 1. Guide the bobbin thread through the groove, follow- ing the arrow in the illustration. Do not cut the thread. 2 - * Do not replace the bobbin - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 50
and bend or break, and may cause injury. • Only use presser feet for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury. I Removing the Presser Foot 1 1. Press the "Needle Position" button to raise the needle, and then turn off the sewing machine. 2. Raise the presser foot lever - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 51
to have better fabric control when sewing difficult fabrics (such as vinyl cloth, leather, or synthetic leather) or fabrics that slip easily (such as quilting or velvet). 1 - * The walking foot can only be used with straight or zigzag stitch patterns. Reverse stitches can 2 - not be sewn with the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 52
Set the low shank adapter for the walking foot that came with your machine on the presser foot shaft, and push it up as far as possible injury. • Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward the front of the machine to check that the needle does not strike the presser foot. If the needle strikes the presser - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 53
CONTENTS I Reattaching the Presser Foot Holder 1 - 1. Push the "Needle Position" button to raise the needle, then turn the main power switch to OFF. 1 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 - 2 6 3 - 3. Loosen the screw with the screwdriver, and remove the walking foot. 4 - 4. Remove the low - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 54
height. CAUTION • Be careful not to touch the needle during this time, otherwise injury accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result. • Use only sewing machine needles for home use space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) 1 2 8 - 9 - ?! * - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 55
apply pressure to the needle clamp screw. Do- ing so may damage the needle or machine. 5 - 6 2 1 4. With the flat side of the needle facing the back needle 8 - CAUTION Be sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 56
CONTENTS I 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 needle - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 57
1-46 Setting Up CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 58
CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation. • Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury. • Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 59
to begin sewing. 1 - 5 * Guide the fabric lightly by hand. 2 - 6 8. Press the "Start/Stop" button again to stop sewing. 3 - machine. 8 - 9 - ?! 10.When the needle has stopped moving, raise the presser foot and remove the fabric. Note This machine has a display to warn you when the bobbin - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 60
at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use "Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches manually (see page 1-4). On the screen if the automatic reinforcement stitch key is selected, reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) will be sewn automatically at the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 61
mm(1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam causes sewing to occur on an angle, help guide the fabric by hand and sew on the downward slope. 1 - CAUTION Do not forcefully push fabrics more than 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick through the sewing machine. This may cause the needle to break and cause injury - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 62
stitch pattern, make sure the stitch can be sewn in the twin needle mode (see page 3-1 "Quick Reference Table"). CAUTION • Use only twin needles made for this machine (part 7 - 8 - 3. Pass the thread through the needle clamp thread guide 6 on the needle bar, then thread the needle on the left - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 63
the thread guide. * Do not set the thread in the bobbin winding thread guide. 5 - 6 - 7 - 7. Set the thread around the thread guide plate, then pass the thread through the groove according to threading sequence (numbers) indicated on the machine. 8 - 9 - M ?! 2-6 Getting Ready to Sew Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 64
the needle clamp thread guide on the needle bar. Thread the needle on the right side. CAUTION The needle threader can not be used. Thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may result in damage to the machine. 1 - 2 - 9. Select a stitch pattern. Refer to chart - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 65
Setting Stitch Width for Zigzag Stitch Patterns You can change the stitch width of each zigzag stitch. Normally, the machine automatically sets an appropriate zigzag stitch pattern width when the stitch pattern is selected. Follow the steps below when you want to change the zigzag stitch pattern - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 66
length. The value in the display gets bigger. 5 - 6 - CAUTION If the stitches get bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Getting - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 67
- 3/16) 4.0 1.0 - 4.0 (3/16) (1/16 - 3/16) Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Pattern Auto. Manual 5.0 0.0 - 7.0 (3/16) (0 - 1/4) 6.0 1.0 - 7.0 (15 - 1.0 (1/32) (1/64 - 1/16) 1.4 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16) 2-10 Getting Ready to Sew CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 68
- 3/16) 3.5 1.6 - 4.0 (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16) Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Pattern Auto. Manual 5.0 1.5 - 7.0 (3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) 5.0 1.5 - 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) 0.4 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) Getting Ready to Sew 2-11 Index CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 69
Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Pattern Pattern Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 3/16) - - - - - - - - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-12 Getting Ready to Sew Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 70
machine will automatically set the thread tension when you select a stitch Bobbin thread 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 3 2 4 1 4 3 1 2 If the upper thread tension is too strong (the bobbin thread can be seen on the top side of the fabric), press the key. 1 Bobbin Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 71
). when 3 - 4 - 5 1 3. Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. The machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing. 1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) 5 - 6 Note If you press the "Start/Stop" button to pause - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 72
This function is set automatically when sewing embroidery. 5 1 6 3. Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. The machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing. 1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) Note If you use the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 73
from accidentally being changed or the machine from being stopped during sewing when large pieces of fabric or projects are being sewn. The screen can be locked while sewing utility stitches and character decorative stitches. 1. Select a stitch pattern. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 2. If necessary, adjust any - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 74
CONTENTS Chapter 3 Sewing Utility Stitches QUICK REFERENCE TABLE Pattern Name of pattern Straight stitch (Left) Straight stitch (Left) Straight stitch (Middle) Straight stitch (Middle) Triple stretch stitch Stem stitch Decorative stitch Basting stitch Type of presser foot Twin needle Use - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 75
Overcasting stitch while cutting fabrics Overcasting stitch while cutting fabrics NO 8 - NO NO 9 - ?! NO Piecing stitch (right) Piecing stitch (left) 3-2 Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) right seam allowance Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) left seam allowance Sewing Utility Stitches - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 76
possi- bility Quilting stitch made to look like hand quilting stitch NO 1 - 2 - Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch Quilting appliqué stitch Quilting stippling Blind hem stitch Blind hem stitch stretch Zigzag stitch for quilting and sewing on appliqué NO quilt pieces Quilting stitch for invisible - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 77
Hemstitching zigzag Decorative hems, top stitching Hemstitching Decorative hems, lace attaching pin stitch Hemstitching Decorative hems Hemstitching Decorative hems daisy stitch Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems 3-4 Sewing Utility Stitches CONTENTS Twin needle possibility OK - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 78
hems Heirloom, decorative hems Decorative hems and bridging stitch Decorative hems. Fagoting, attaching ribbon Decorative hems, ) OK 4 - ( J ) OK ( J ) 5 - OK ( J ) OK ( J ) 6 - NO 7 - OK ( J ) NO 8 - OK ( J ) OK 9 - ( J ) ?! OK ( J ) NO NO Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-5 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 79
medium to heavy weight fabrics for NO larger flat buttons Keyhole buttonhole 3-6 Buttonholes with vertical bar tack for reinforcement NO in heavyweight or thick fabrics Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 80
Darning of heavyweight fabric Reinforcement at opening of pocket, etc. NO 3 - NO Button sewing Eyelet Diagonally left up (Straight) Reverse (Straight) Diagonally right up (Straight) Sideways right (Zigzag) For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric NO Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-7 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 81
mitering corners 1 - 2 - For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and NO mitering corners 3 - CAUTION Make sure to use the correct presser foot for each stitch pattern. Otherwise, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, causing injury - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 82
this screen if another screen displays. 1 - 2 - 2. Use to find the stitch pat- 2 tern you want. 1 Preview of the selected stitch 2 Stitch selection screen 3. Touch the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew to select it. 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 83
I Stitch Selection Screens Straight/Overcasting/Quilting Stitches Decorative Stitches Press to go to the next page. Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-directional Sewing CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 3-10 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 84
CONTENTS I Using the Mirror Image Key Depending on the type of utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch pattern. If is lit when you select a pattern, it will be possible to make a mirror image of the pattern. CAUTION If is light gray after - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 85
replace the computer settings. for each pattern you want to 1 - 2 - Example: You always use a length setting of 2.0 mm (1/16 inch) for a straight stitch 1. Select the straight stitch screen, or turn off the machine. The next time you select the same straight stitch, the 4 - stitch length - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 86
key when you are not sure which stitch to use for your application, or to get advice about sewing particular stitches. For example, if you want to sew overcasting, but you do not know which stitch to use or how to sew the stitch, you can use this screen to get advice. We recommend that beginners - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 87
The upper part of the screen displays a selection of overcasting 1 - stitches with explanations. Read the explanations and select the appropriate stitch. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. The screen displays directions for sewing the selected stitch. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 3-14 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 88
selected, and see the next part of the instructions. Press to scroll the screen 1 line at a time, in the direction of the arrow selected. Press to scroll a larger section of the screen in the direc- tion of the arrow selected. Follow the directions to sew the stitch. * Press at any time to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 89
you can sew reverse stitches holding the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button. If the stitch which you select has a dot mark " " at the top of the key display, you can sew reinforcement stitches holding the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button (see page 2-3). 1 - 2 - Straight stitch (left needle - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 90
hold the "Reverse/Reinforce- 5 ment Stitch" button to sew 3-4 stitches. After the ma- chine sews reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches), press the "Start/Stop" button to sew forward. The machine will begin sewing slowly. 4 - 1 6 1 3 - 4 reverse stitches CAUTION Be sure the needle does - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 91
J ➜ J J ➜ J 4 - 5 - I Needle Plate Markings 14 58 1 in 2 3 4 cm J 12.0 mm (1/2 inch) 8.5 mm (11/32 inch) 6.5 mm 5.0 mm (1/4 inch) (3/16 inch) 6 - For standard 16 mm (5/8 inch) seam allowance, set on LCD. 7 - 1 16 mm (5/8 inch) 8 - 9 - 1 ?! 3-18 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 92
to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue sewing. Note • If you do not want to use a reinforcement stitch at the beginning, you should lift the presser foot, rotate the balance wheel, pull up the bobbin thread and pull a length of top and bobbin thread out from the rear of the machine. • You - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 93
key. The LEFT side of the zigzag is stationary. The width change is from left to right. 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 1 2 1 Reverse stitch 2 Reinforcement stitch 8 - I Overcasting (Using a Zigzag Stitch) 1 5 Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the right-hand side needle drop point is - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 94
it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch bridges both pieces of fabric. 4 - 5 - I Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch) 5 Shorten the stitch length setting to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly, keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 95
I Tape Attaching 5 6 1 6 - Stretch the tape flat. While stretching the tape flat, sew the tape to the fabric. 7 - 1 Tape 8 - I Overcasting 5 6 Use this stitch to sew overcasting on the edge of stretch fabrics. Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric with the needle dropping off the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 96
is exactly against the edge of the 6 fabric. 5 6 1 3. Sew along the presser foot guide. 1 Guide CAUTION After the stitch width is adjusted, turn the balance wheel toward you by hand and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot the needle may - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 97
Presser Foot "J" 1. Select a stitch pattern. 1 - For sewing stretch fabrics 2 - For sewing medium stretch fabrics and heavyweight fabrics For sewing stretch fabrics 3 - For sewing knit stretch fabrics For sewing stretch fabrics 4 - For sewing stretch fabrics 5 - 1 5 6 6 - 2. Attach - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 98
the needle clamp screw. 6 - 1 Needle clamp screw 2 1 2 Operating lever * Make sure that the fork of the operating lever is set onto the screw firmly. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-25 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 99
pattern can be sewn with the side cutter. 3 - 4 - Normal sewing Zigzag stitch 5 - Overcasting stitch for light and medium weight fabrics Overcasting stitch for heavyweight fabrics 6 - Overcasting stitch for medium and heavyweight stretch fabrics 7 - 7. Make a cut of about 20 mm (3/4 inch - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 100
not touch the side cutter. If the needle touches the side cutter, it may cause the needle to break. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - When Sewing Straight Stitches simply spread out underneath the presser foot guide plate. Set the fabric as explained in step 8, and then start sewing. • Check that the needle is - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 101
etc. Press the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button to sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of appliqué. 8 - Quilting appliqué stitch Use this stitch for "invisible" appliqué or attaching binding. Quilting Stippling stitch Use this stitch to quilt small areas such as vests, jackets - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 102
5 - B To align a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance with the left edge of the presser foot. (Stitch 1-30) 1 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) 2. Align the edge of the fabric with the edge of the presser foot, and start sewing. 6 - 7 - 8 - To change the needle position use or width display. in the 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 103
not sew in reverse or use stitches that require side ways or reverse feeding Always check to be sure that 6 your quilting surface is securely basted before begin- ning to sew. Machine quilt specialized needles and threads are also available for machine quilting. 3-30 Sewing Utility Stitches - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 104
over the seam margin using an iron. Clip curves when necessary. 3 - 4 - 3. Turn the appliqué over, and attach the thick paper with basting pins or a basting stitch. 5 - 6 - 4. Select , and attach presser foot "J". 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-31 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 105
edge as possible. 2 - 3 - CAUTION Be careful that the needle does not strike a basting pin during sewing. Striking a pin can cause the needle to break, resulting in injury. 4 - 5 - 6 - 1 2 3 1 Dresden plate 2 Stained glass 3 Sunbonnet sue 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 3-32 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 106
CONTENTS I Quilting with Satin Stitches Use the foot controller to sew with satin stitch. If you set the speed control lever to control the stitch width, you can make subtle changes in the stitch width during sewing. 1. Attach the foot controller. 1 Foot controller 2 Foot controller jack 1 2 2. - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 107
can use the speed control slide to adjust the stitch width. * Use the foot controller to adjust the sewing speed. 3 - 6. Press to return to the original screen. 4 - 7. You can adjust the stitch width during sewing by mov- 1 2 ing the sewing speed controller. Slide the lever to the left, and - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 108
as illustrated. 1 5 mm (3/16 inch) 2 Basting stitches 3 Wrong side of the fabric 6 - 7 - 3. Attach blind hem stitch foot "R", and lower the presser foot. Position the fabric so the folded edge touches the guide of the presser foot. 1 Guide 2 Fold 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-35 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 109
Sew the fabric, keeping the folded edge in contact with the presser foot. 1 Needle position 1 - 2 - 5. Remove the basting stitches and turn over the fabric. 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric 3 - Blind hem stitches 5 - tions below to solve the problem. I If the Needle Does not Catch - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 110
attach the appliqué to the fabric. This will keep the fabric from moving during sewing. 1 Appliqué 2 Fabric glue 1 - 2 - 2. Select or . * Adjust the stitch length and width to correspond to the appliqué shape, size, and quality of material (see pages 2-8, 2-9). 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 3. Attach - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 111
Curves 6 3 - Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric a little bit at a time while sewing, for an attractive finish to the seam. 4 - Note Placing a lightweight tear away stabilizer beneath stitching area will improve the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 112
the upper thread tension for an attractive scallop finish to the shelltuck stitches. * If the upper thread tension is too weak, the shelltuck stitches will not scallop. 6 - 7 - 3. To make rows of shell tuck stitches, fold the fabric in half along the bias. * Use a thin fabric. 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 113
off the edge of the fabric, and start sewing. 1 Needle drop position 6 2 - 1 3 - 5. Unfold the fabric, and iron the tucks to one side. Note To make shell tucks at edge of a collar or neckline follow the pattern's instructions and then use this stitch to make a decorative finish on the collar or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 114
spray adhesive may be necessary for lightweight fabrics. Test sew before sewing on project. 1 - 1. Select . 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 5 2. Attach presser foot "N". Sew scallop stitches along the edge of the fabric. Do not sew directly on the edge of the fabric. 7 - 6 8 - 3. Trim along - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 115
For a decorative look called "Crazy Quilting" the following stitches can be sewn on top of a pressed seam allowance. CONTENTS 1 - 1. Select , and attach presser foot "J". 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 2. Place two pieces of fabric right side together. Sew the 7 - 3 fabrics together, then press - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 116
CONTENTS 5 6 1 3. Select a stitch pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. Place the fabric right side up in the machine. Center the presser foot over the seam, and sew over the seam. 1 Right side of the fabric 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-43 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 117
attach presser foot "J". CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. Set the stitch length to 4.0, loosen the upper thread tension, and sew the seams, leaving about 10 mm (3/8 inch) between the seams. 6 - 1 About 10 mm (3/8 inch) 7 - 8 - 1 9 - ?! 3. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 118
CONTENTS 4. Select or . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 5. Sew the spaces between the straight seams. 6 - J 7 - 6. Pull out the straight stitch threads. 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-45 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 119
is a space between two fabrics, with thread sewn over the space to join the fabrics together, it is called fagoting. Use this stitch when sewing blouses or children's clothes. 1. Baste two pieces of fabric onto thin paper, leaving a 1 space of 4 mm (3/16 inch) between the fabrics. 2 1 4 mm - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 120
side of the fabric, then pull the bobbin thread to gain the necessary gather. Note Before sewing the straight stitch, rotate the balance wheel and pull up the bobbin thread, grasping the top and bobbin thread pull a length of thread out from the rear of the machine. (Be sure that the presser foot is - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 121
5. Sew over the tape (or elastic). CAUTION Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or any other objects, during sewing. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, causing injury. 6 - 7 - 6. Pull out the straight stitch threads. 8 - 9 - ?! 3-48 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 122
in damage to the machine. • A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use "130/705H Wing" needle when sewing these patterns. If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set manually, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot before starting sewing by carefully rotating the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 123
a 3 mm (1/8 inch) area open. Note Loosely woven fabrics work best for this. 1 - 2 - 3 - 2. Select . 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 3. Attach presser foot "N". With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew one edge of the open area. 9 - N ?! 3-50 Sewing Utility Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 124
CONTENTS 4. Press tern. to create a mirror image of the stitch pat- 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 5. Sew the opposite side to keep the pattern symmetrical. 8 - N 6. Illustration of finished product. 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-51 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 125
16 inch) or less.) 1 Approx. 4 mm (3/16 inch) or less 2 Four threads (pull out) 3 Five threads (leave) 2 - 3 - 2. Select . 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 3. Sew the decorative stitch on the center of the five threads created above. * Using a wing needle is an option. 8 - 9 - ?! 4. Illustration of finished - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 126
the front to back of the buttonhole foot. For best results, place horizontal positioned buttonhole to sew on the garment from the center to the edge of the placket. 1. Select a stitch pattern, and attach buttonhole foot "A". Narrow rounded buttonhole on light to medium weight fabric *2 Wide round - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 127
Attach buttonhole foot "A". Pull out the button holder plate on the presser foot, and insert the button that plate around the button. * The size of the buttonhole is decided by the button holder plate holding the button. 1 Button holder plate there is no gap behind the part of the foot marked "A". If - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 128
- 5 6. Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and then start sewing. Feed the fabric carefully by hand while the buttonhole is sewn. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, and 6 then stops. 4 - Note If automatic thread cutting is turned on before - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 129
foot lever and start sewing. Note Set the stitch width to the width of the gimp thread. 3 - 4 - 5 - 3. Once sewing is completed, gently pull and its thickness, and then set the plate at the calculated value. 1 Presser foot scale 2 Button holder plate 3 Completed measurement of diameter + thickness - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 130
pattern for mending and other applications. 1. Select a stitch pattern. For medium weight fabrics For heavyweight fabrics 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 1 2 4 3 5 6 2. Attach buttonhole foot will not be correct. • Pass the thread underneath the presser foot. 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-57 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 131
foot. 1 Metal bracket 1 - 2 - 1 5. Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and then press the "Start/Stop" button to start the machine. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, and then stops. Note If automatic thread cutting is turned on before you start - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 132
foot "A" and set the scale to the length of the bar tack you wish to sew. 6 - 1 Note 2 Bar tacks can be between 5 mm (3/16 inch) and that the pocket moves towards you 9 - during sewing. ?! 6 CAUTION • Slide the outside frame of there is no gap behind the part of the foot marked "A". If the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 133
buttonhole foot. 1 Metal bracket 6 4 - 5 6 6 1 2 1 5 - 6. Gently hold the end of the upper thread and begin sewing. When sewing is completed, the machine will sew reinforcement stitches and stop automatically. 6 - 7 - Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics Place a piece of folded fabric or cardboard - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 134
the flat bed table attachment. Move the feed dog position switch to the right to lower the feed dogs. 1 Feed dog position switch 7 - 1 8 - 5 6 3. Attach button sewing foot "M", place the button in the presser foot, and lower the presser foot lever. 9 - ?! Index Sewing Utility Stitches 3-61 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 135
on the left side, adjust the stitch width. 3 - 4 - 5. From the wrong side of the fabric, pull the end of the bobbin thread to pull the upper thread through to the wrong side of the fabric. Tie the two thread ends together and cut the threads. 5 - 6 - 6. When sewing is completed, be sure to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 136
shank, and then tie them firmly together. 3. Tie the ends of the bobbin thread from the beginning and end of sewing together on the wrong side of the fabric. 3 - 4 - 5 - Eyelet Use this stitch pattern for making belt holes and other similar applications. 1. Select . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 137
then turn the balance wheel to check the needle drop position. Lower the 1 presser foot lever and start sewing. When sewing is finished, the machine sews reinforcement stitches and 4 - stops automatically. 1 Needle drop position 5 - 4. Use the eyelet punch to make a hole in the center of - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 138
CONTENTS Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) To attach patches or emblems to pant legs, shirt sleeves, etc. 1. Remove the flat bed attachment to create the free arm function. 4 3 1 2 1 - 2 - 3 - 2. Select , and attach - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 139
"2" as shown. * The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric by hand to keep sewing straight. 4 - 5 - 5. Select and sew seam "3" as shown. The fabric feeds forward while stitching backward. 6 - 7 - 6. Select and sew seam "4" as shown, connecting 8 - the seam to the starting point - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 140
the middle needle position. 3 - 4 - 5 - 1 4 3 2 2. Attach presser foot "J" and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top of the fabric. 1 Basting stitches 2 Reverse stitches 3 End of zipper opening 4 Reverse side 6 - 7 - 8 - 3. Press the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 141
2 - CAUTION When using zipper foot "I", make sure the straight stitch, middle needle position is selected. Turn the balance wheel to make - 6 CAUTION Make sure the needle does not strike the zipper 5 - during sewing. If the needle strikes the zipper, the needle may break, leading to injury. - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 142
CONTENTS 3 4 1 1 3 4 5 1 2 2. Attach presser foot "J" and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening. Change to a basting stitch and sew 2 to the top of the fabric. 1 Reverse stitches 2 Wrong side of fabric 3 Basting stitches 4 End of zipper opening 3. Press the seam allowance open and - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 143
Needle drop position 3 - 4 - 5 - 8. Set the fabric so that the left edge of the presser foot touches the edge of the zipper teeth. Sew reverse stitches at the top of the zipper, then continue sewing. Stop sewing about 50 mm (2 inch) from the edge of the fabric, leave the needle in the fabric, and - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 144
of the type of pattern you want to sew to select that category. 2 - 3 - 4 - CAUTION If the settings on this screen are locked ( or can be operated. ), no key other than Decorative stitch patterns Satin stitch Alphabetical characters (Gothic Font) Alphabetical characters (handwriting font - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 145
- 2. Press to view the next screen. Press to view the previous screen. There are a total of 9 selection screens. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3. Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew. To select a different stitch pattern, press . When the current stitch pattern is erased, select the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 146
same as for decorative stitch patterns. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - Satin Stitch Patterns 6 - 1. Press then press to display the screen at left. 2. The stitch pattern selection method is the same as for decorative stitch patterns. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-3 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 147
is the same as for decorative stitch patterns. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - Cross Stitch 6 - 1. Press then press to display the screen at left. 7 - 2. The stitch pattern selection method is the same as for decorative stitch patterns. 8 - 9 - ?! 4-4 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 148
CONTENTS Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns 1. Press then press to display the screen at left. 1 - 2. The stitch pattern selection method is the same as for decorative stitch patterns. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-5 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 149
to display the screen at left. 2 - 2. Press to change the selection screen. 3. Press the keys to select the letters you want to sew. 3 - 4 - 5 - Example: Enter the word "Bus" 1. Press . 2. Press . 3. Press . 4. Press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-6 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 150
in order, starting from the last selected character entered, each time you press the key. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - M After the mistaken character is erased, select the correct character. SEWING CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCH 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 151
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 presser foot may give inferior results. 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-8 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 152
button to sew re- 7 - inforcement stitches. 6 8 - When Sewing Character Stitches 9 - 5 ?! When sewing is finished, the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches, then stop. 6 Note When sewing character stitches, the machine automati- cally sews reinforcement stitches at the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 153
separation mechanism, which is used in this machine. At such times, a clicking sound different from the sound generated during sewing will be heard. This sound is normal and is not the sign of a malfunction. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-10 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 154
poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as explained below. If the pattern does not turn out well even - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 155
. The displayed value decreases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will slide to the left. ➡ 8 - 9 - ?! 6. Sew the stitch pattern again. * You can sew with the screen at left on the display. 7. If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, make adjustments again. Adjust until the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 156
adjustments when sewing. CAUTION Some editing functions can not be used with certain stitch patterns. If the key display is light gray, that function can not be used with the selected stitch pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-13 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 157
tension setting for the selected stitch pattern. The machine has default settings. After selecting the stitch pattern, use this key to change the thread density of the pattern. 2-8, 2-9, 2-13 4-17 CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-14 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 158
changing the size, those patterns will also be sewn in that size. Note You can not change the size of combined stitch patterns once the stitch pattern is entered. 1 - 2 - 3 - Actual Stitch Pattern Size L S 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - L S 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-15 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 159
a Vertical Mirror Image 4 - To create a vertical mirror image, select a stitch pattern then press . 5 - 6 - 7 - Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image To create a horizontal mirror image, select a stitch pattern then press . 8 - 9 - ?! 4-16 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 160
the pattern con- tinuously, you can press the key while sewing. The machine will automatically stop when the motif is finished. Changing Thread Density (Only for Satin Stitch Patterns) After selecting the pattern, press ferred thread density. to select your pre- 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - CAUTION - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 161
a stitch pattern once the next stitch pattern is selected. 3 - Combining Decorative Stitch and Character Stitch Patterns 1. Select . The screen at left will display. 4 - 5 - 2. Press after choosing the stitch pattern. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-18 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 162
CONTENTS 3. Return to the stitch selection screen. * The screen displays the presser foot for the selected stitch. 1 - 4. Select the character stitch design (for example, press ). 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 5. Select the characters (example; TREE). * If you want to sew the pattern continuously, press - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 163
Combining Large and Small Stitch Patterns CONTENTS 1 - 1. Press to select the stitch pattern (the stitch will be selected in large size). 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. Press again, then press to select the small size. * If you want to sew the pattern continuously, press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-20 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 164
Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns 1. Press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 2. Press again, then press to create a horizontal mirror image of the stitch pattern. * If you want to sew the pattern continuously, press . 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-21 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 165
of Different Lengths 1. Select . CONTENTS 1 - 2. Press to select a stitch pattern length setting of . 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3. Select again. 4. Press 7 - 3 times to select a stitch pattern length setting of . * If you want to sew the pattern continuously, press . 8 - 9 - ?! 4-22 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 166
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. Example: Sewing 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 1. Press . 2. Press to move the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 167
3. Press again. 4. Press to move the next stitch pattern to the left. 5. Press to sew the pattern continuously. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-24 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 168
CONTENTS I More Examples 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-25 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 169
Checking Combined Stitch Patterns 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - M 6 - 2. The entire selected stitch pattern appears on the LCD. 3. After checking the combined pattern, press the original screen. to return to 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-26 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 170
the original screen. Note It takes about 10 seconds to save a stitch pattern. 7 - CAUTION Do not turn off the machine while the "Saving" screen is showing. You may lose the data. 8 - See page 4-31 for information about how to retrieving a saved stitch pattern. 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 171
stitch pattern. To save the stitch pattern in the machine's memory, you have to delete a previously saved stitch pattern. * If you decide not to save the stitch pattern, press . 2 - 3 - 4 - Deleting a Previously Saved Pattern 1. Press . 5 - 2. The screen at left appears on the LCD - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 172
. * If the entire saved stitch pattern is not displayed by touching , press to view the entire stitch pattern. 4. Press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - M 5. Press . 6 - * If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press . 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-29 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 173
CONTENTS 6. The machine deletes the stitch pattern, then automatically saves 1 - the new stitch pattern. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 4-30 Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 174
CONTENTS Retrieving Saved Stitch Patterns 1. Press . 2. The screen at left appears on the LCD. * represents a pocket holding a saved stitch pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches 4-31 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 175
CONTENTS 3. Press to display the saved stitch pattern, then press . * If you select a combined character stitch pattern and the entire pattern does not display, press to view an entire pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. The pattern will be recalled, and the sewing screen will be displayed. 6 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 176
Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only embroidery carriage and frame when the machine is embroidering. Otherwise, injury may result. CAUTION • Do not touch the inner connector of the embroidery unit. The pins on the embroidery - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 177
, you can receive an upgrade service for your machine, so that it can use floppy disks at your authorized dealer. • If floppy disks containing data other than those created for this machine, or patterns saved from your machine, are inserted into your machine, the machine may not operate correctly - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 178
power. Install sewing machine needle 75/11. Attach embroidery foot "Q". Attach the embroidery unit. Turn on the power. Select an embroidery design. Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric. Place the fabric in the embroidery frame. Place the bobbin, into bobbin case. Attach the embroidery frame to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 179
switch when attaching a presser foot. You may accidentally press the "Start/Stop" button, resulting in injury. • Be sure to use embroidery foot Q when doing embroidery. The needle may strike the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break and resulting in injury. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 1. Press - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 180
and the sewing machine. If there is a gap, the embroidery patterns will not embroider with the correct registration. • Do not push on the carriage when installing the embroidery unit onto machine. Moving the carriage may damage the embroidery unit. 4. Turn on the main power switch. The screen at - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 181
move to the initializa- tion position. CAUTION Keep your hands and foreign objects away from the carriage. Otherwise, injuries may result. Also, if the embroidery unit could not be initialized correctly, a buzzer will sound. If this happens, go through the initialization process again. This is not - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 182
this step is not done. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - ill 6_09 6 - 2. Turn off the main power switch. Hold the back left side of the embroidery unit. Hold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine as shown. CAUTION Be sure to turn off the main power switch. Otherwise, the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 183
Saved patterns Character patterns Frame patterns Embroidery card (sold separately) Floppy disk 7 - 8 - Note If your machine did not come furnished with a built-in floppy disk drive, you can receive an 9 - upgrade service for your machine, so that it can use floppy disks at your authorized dealer - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 184
of pattern selections. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 3. Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider. 4. The selected pattern is displayed in the top part of the screen. * Press to create a mirror image of the pattern. * If you make a mistake selecting the pattern, press the key of the pattern you - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 185
CONTENTS 6. The sewing screen is displayed. * To go to the next step, see page 5-19, "Viewing the Sewing Screen." * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-10 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 186
patterns is the same for each font. Press the key of the font you want to embroider. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 3. Use the tag keys to change the selection screen. 4. Press the key of the characters you want to embroider. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-11 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 187
the entered characters after com- bining a character stitch pattern. 2 Press . 3 Press . 4 sewing screen is displayed. * To go to the next step, see page 5-19, "Viewing the Sewing Screen." * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-12 Embroidery - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 188
to see the previous screen of pattern selections. 3. Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. The screen displays the pattern. * Press to create a mirror image of the pattern. 5. After selecting the pattern, press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-13 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 189
CONTENTS 6. The sewing screen is displayed. * To go to the next step, see page 5-19, "Viewing the Sewing Screen." * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-14 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 190
of the frame pattern shape you want to sew in the top part of the screen. 3. Various frame patterns display on the bottom part of the screen. 4. In the bottom part of the screen, press the key of the frame you want to sew. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - Example: Selecting 1 Press to choose the frame's shape - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 191
screen. 6. After selecting the pattern, press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7. The sewing screen is displayed. * To go to the next step, see page 5-19, "Viewing the Sewing Screen." * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-16 Embroidery - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 192
into the slot strongly. Do not put any object except for the embroidery cards into the slot. Otherwise, your machine may be damaged. 5 - 6 - 2. Press . The patterns on the embroidery card are dis- played on the selection screen. 3. The method for selecting patterns is the same as that described - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 193
as that described 8 - on pages 5-8 to 5-16. CAUTION Only use floppy disks containing data created by the sewing machine, or equipment intended for this machine. Otherwise, the machine may not operate correctly. (Only .pes, .phs and .dst pattern files can be used.) 9 - ?! 5-18 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 194
display turns yellow if there is little thread remaining. CAUTION The bobbin thread sensor does not operate when the machine is not sewing. 2 Presser foot code: Attach embroidery foot "Q" for all embroidery projects. 3 Shows the size of the selected pattern. 5 4 Shows the boundary for embroidering - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 195
CONTENTS 1 - 2 - For best results in your embroidery projects, always use stabilizer material for embroidery. To prevent shrinking or other problems, follow the advice below. 3 - 1. Always use a stabilizer material for embroidery when sewing stretch fabrics, lightweight fabrics, fabrics with - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 196
CONTENTS Setting the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Types of Embroidery Frames Large Medium Plus Medium Small 1 - 2 very small patterns. Select a frame that matches the pattern size. Frame options are displayed on the LCD. 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - Frames that can be used are highlighted. Frames that - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 197
CONTENTS I Inserting the Fabric 1 - CAUTION If the fabric is placed loose in the embroidery frame the embroidery design will sew out poorly. Insert the fabric on a level surface, and gently stretch the fabric tight in the frame. Follow the steps below to insert the fabric - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 198
mark the area of the fabric you want to embroider. 1 - 2 - 3 - 2. Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. Align 4 - 2 the guide lines on the embroidery sheet with the mark you made on the fabric. 1 1 Inner frame 2 Guide line 5 - 3. Gently stretch the fabric, so there are no folds or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 199
set the bobbin before attaching the embroidery frame. Use embroidery thread in the bobbin. CONTENTS 1 - 1. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 - 3 - 1 2 2. Align the embroidery frame guide with the right edge 4 - of the embroidery frame holder. 1 Embroidery frame holder 2 Embroidery frame guide - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 200
CONTENTS I Removing the Embroidery Frame While pressing the embroidery frame holder to the left, pull the embroidery frame toward you. 1 2 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-25 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 201
: Moving the pattern to the upper left Press . 6 - CAUTION Moving the position of a pattern may affect which embroidery frames can be used to sew the pattern (the pattern may be moved outside the embroidery area of the frame). Always check the display to make sure which frames can be used before - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 202
CONTENTS Checking the Pattern's Position Press . The embroidery frame moves to check the sewing position. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - The embroidery frame moves and shows the boundaries of the embroidery. Watch the frame closely to make sure the pattern will be sewn in the right place. CAUTION - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 203
Previewing the Completed Pattern 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 2. You can view an image of the completed pattern within the embroidery frame. * Press to select the frame used in the pre- view. Frames displayed a light gray color can not be selected. 7 - * Press 3. Press to - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 204
Upper thread Use embroidery thread, or country embroidery thread intended for use with this machine. 1 - 2 - Bobbin thread Use embroidery bobbin thread intended for use with this machine. Note If you use threads other than those listed above, the embroidery may not sew out correctly. 3 - CAUTION - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 205
1 This display shows the sewing order of the thread colors. The colors will be sewn in the following order: yellow → orange → linen → etc. 4 - 5 - 1. Thread the machine with the first color, and pass the end of the thread through the hole in embroidery foot "Q". 6 - 7 - 8 - 2. Grasp the end - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 206
After 5-6 stitches, press the "Start/Stop" button again to stop the machine. 1 - machine. The [+] cursor moves over the pattern, showing which part of the pattern is being sewn. 6. When the first color is completely sewn, the machine will automatically trim the threads and stop. On the embroidery - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 207
last color is sewn, the display returns to the original screen 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 11. When the pattern is finished, trim the excess thread jumps (thread 6 - linking part of the pattern, etc.). I Embroidering Order for Pattern Parts 1 2 3 4 7 - 8 - 5 6 7 8 9 - ?! 5-32 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 208
- 8 - 3. When sewing is finished, remove the fabric from the frame, and carefully cut around the pattern you just sewed 1/16 inch (3 mm) away from stitching line. Do not cut inside the stitching line, as the appliqué fabric will not be caught by the appliqué stitch. 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-33 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 209
é steps. Sometimes the "Appliqué" step will be shown as a color. 6 - 7 - 7. To sew the rest of the embroidery pattern, change the thread to the next thread color on the color sewing order display, and begin sewing. * For best sewing results clip all threads between color steps. 8 - 9 - ?! 5-34 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 210
the presser foot when removing or attaching the embroidery frame. Otherwise, the pattern will not embroider correctly. 5. Insert a wound bobbin into the machine, then reattach the embroidery frame. 6. To return to the spot in the pattern where you stopped sewing, go to page 5-36 and follow the steps - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 211
The Thread Breaks During Sewing 1. Press the "Start/Stop" button to stop the machine. CONTENTS 1 - 2. Press the "Needle Position" button to raise the needle, and raise the presser foot lever. 3. If the upper thread is broken, redo the upper threading. If the bobbin thread is broken, follow the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 212
the number of stitches shown on the key without sewing. * Press to move to the beginning position of the present color (character) without sewing. * Press to move to the beginning position of the next color (character) without sewing. * Press to return to the original screen. If you can - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 213
Sewing Again from the Beginning 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2. Press . The embroidery frame moves, returning the needle to the pattern's beginning position. 2 - 3. Lower the presser foot lever and begin sewing. 3 - 4 - 5 - M 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-38 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 214
's position before turning off the power. 4 - 5 - Note M Use the display to remember the last stitch number sewn 6 - before you turn off the power. Then use the , , , or keys to move the pattern to the same stitch number and continue sewing. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-39 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 215
EMBROIDERY the machine may stop during sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction. Increase the thread tension slightly, and begin sewing again. saved. 4 - 5 - 6 - I If the Upper Thread Tension is Too Strong The bobbin thread will show on the right side of the fabric. 7 - (right side) (wrong - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 216
Press to increase the thread tension. 3 - 4 - Adjusting the Embroidery Speed 1. Press . 2. In the display, use the keys to change the maximum embroidery speed. You can choose from a variety of settings. * SPM is the number of stitches sewn in one minute. 3. When you have selected the speed - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 217
- TIME CUSTOM THREAD NUMBER 1 CUSTOM THREAD NUMBER 2 3. When embroidery data containing custom thread colors specified with the PE-Design Ver. 5.0 is saved on a floppy disk, the stored custom thread colors are read as those from the sewing machine if "ON" is selected for this setting. * If this - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 218
specified by the thread manufacturer, can be specified for the embroidery thread colors, and these customized numbers can be displayed. Creating a Custom Thread Numbering Set 1. Press , and then press the third screen. 2 times to display 2. Press beside to select the thread numbering set - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 219
finished creating the custom thread num- bering set, press . * With thread colors where a number has not been specified, "----" appears for the thread color display. 9 - ?! 1 5-44 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 220
CONTENTS Changing the Embroidery Frame Display 1. Press . 1 - 2. In the display, use to change the embroi- 2 - dery frame em- broidering area 6 Grid lines 3 - 4 - 5 - Example 6 - 4 7 - 8 - 5 9 - 6 ?! Index 3. When you have finished selecting the embroidery frame dis- play, press - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 221
Functions Key or display Name Automatic thread cutting key Explanation For embroidery , the automatic thread cutting function is set automatically. When sewing is finished, the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches and trim the threads. Page 2-15 Forward/ Back key Starting point - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 222
Pattern 1. Press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 2. The screen at the left is displayed. Press to make the pattern smaller the size of 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 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 223
of the pattern's rotation. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 0° 90° CAUTION When you have rotated 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 cause injury - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 224
changes each time you press a button. 6 - 7 - 3 1 2 8 - 1 Normal 2 Fine (stitches closer together). Stitch count is a larger number. 3 Coarse (stitches farther apart). Stitch count is a smaller number. 9 - ?! Index 3. Press to return to the pattern selection screen. Embroidery 5-49 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 225
Changing the Colors of Character Patterns Press so that it appears as . The machine will stop after sewing each character, so you change the color of each character. Press the key again to return to the original setting. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - M 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-50 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 226
disks. • Move the write protect switch on the floppy disk to the unprotected position before using the disk. • When you save to a floppy disk the design will be saved in a special sewing machine format. The design will have a ".phc" extension after its name. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-51 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 227
off the power while the "Saving" screen is displayed. You will lose the pattern you are saving. Also, do not remove the floppy disk while the pattern is being saved. The disk may become unreadable. 2 - Note It takes about 10 seconds to save a pattern to the machine's memory. 3 - See page 5-55 for - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 228
CONTENTS 3. Select the pattern you want to delete. 1 Shows the amount of memory used by the pattern selected to be deleted. 2 Shows the amount of memory needed to save the current pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 2 5 - 4. Press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-53 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 229
the machine's memory. The display will automatically return to the original screen after screen is displayed. You will lose the pattern you are saving. Note It takes about 10 seconds to save a pattern. See page 5-55 for more information about retrieving saved patterns. 9 - ?! 5-54 Embroidery - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 230
CONTENTS Retrieving Patterns from Memory 1. Press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. The machine displays the patterns currently in the memory. Press the key of the pattern you want to sew. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-55 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 231
CONTENTS 3. Press . 1 - * If you decide not to retrieve the pattern from memory, press . The machine returns to the original screen. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 4. The machine retrieves the pattern and prepares to embroider it. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-56 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 232
APPLICATIONS Aligning the Left Side of a Pattern and Sewing 1. Mark the embroidery start position on the fabric, as shown. 1 - 2 - 2. Press so it appears as . The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 233
cutting. 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 4. Press the "Start/Stop" button to begin sewing. 5. When sewing is finished, trim the thread, leaving a long end. Then re-insert the fabric in the embroidery frame, in a position where you can sew the letters "FGHI." 1 The embroidery end position 8 - 9 - ?! 1 5-58 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 234
arrow keys to move the needle to the position where the previous pattern stopped. 7 - 8 - 9. Press the "Start/Stop" button to embroider the remaining letters. 9 - ?! Index Embroidery 5-59 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 235
Outline of a Pattern You can embroider the outline of a pattern to create different finishes. 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 2. Press to advance the sewing order to the color of the outline. 3. Lower the presser foot and start sewing. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 5-60 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 236
in step 1. Attach the appliqué to the base fabric matching the shapes. 7 - 4. Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base fabric from step 3 a note of the size and location. 8 - 9 - ?! 1 Appliqué material 1 Index Embroidery 5-61 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 237
in the embroidery frame using this method. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch. CONTENTS 1 - 1. Select a straight stitch frame é fabric. * Stop the machine before it sews the cross hairs in the middle of the pattern. 9 - ?! 5-62 Embroidery Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 238
unit, and cut around the outside of the stitches. CAUTION Do not remove the fabric from the embroidery frame to cut. Also, do not pull strongly on the fabric. Otherwise, the fabric may loosen in the frame. 1 - 2 - 5. Select the satin stitch border pattern of the same shape as the appliqu - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 239
embroidery stabilizer material to provide extra support. After embroidering, remove the stabilizer fabric carefully. Attach the stabilizer as shown in the examples below. We recommend using a stabilizer material for embroidery the stabilizer fabric with a basting stitch. 1 2 Stabilizer 6 - 2 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 240
patterns, character patterns, patterns from the machine memory, patterns from the separately sold embroidery cards, and many other patterns. Move inch × 6-1/4 inch) wide embroidery area, you can change -the position of patterns, and check the position on the LCD. Rotate Patterns You can rotate - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 241
pattern Frame pattern 6 - Pattern from an embroidery card (sold separately) Pattern from a floppy disk 7 - Note If your machine did not come furnished with a built-in floppy disk drive, you can receive an upgrade service for your machine, so that it can use floppy disk at your authorized dealer - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 242
CONTENTS The method of selecting patterns without alphabetical characters is the same as selecting patterns for embroidery. 1. Select the type of pattern you want to sew. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. Press the key of a pattern to select it. * See page 5-8 for more information on selecting patterns. - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 243
3. The pattern is displayed in the top part of the screen. 4. After the pattern is selected, press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 5. The embroidery edit screen (at left) will appear. * See page 6-8 for more information about editing the pattern. 1 The pattern selected for editing is outlined in - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 244
Character Patterns When you select character patterns from the embroidery edit screen, you can edit the appearance of the pattern at the same time. 1 - 1. Press to select character patterns. 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. Select the font. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-5 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 245
2 - 4. Press to select the appearance of the pattern. 3 - 4 - 5 - 5. The screen at left displays. 6 - Select the appearance you want to use (Example: ). After selecting the curve arc rounder. 8 - 6. Press to return to the original screen. 9 - ?! 6-6 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 246
CONTENTS 7. After you finish your selections, press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 8. The embroidery edit screen will appear. See page 6-8 for more information about editing the patterns. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-7 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 247
key Thread palette key End key Explanation When a combined pattern is selected, use these keys to select a part of the pattern to edit. Press this key to rotate the pattern. In the embroidery edit screen, you can rotate a pattern one degree or ninety degrees at a time. Press this key to delete the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 248
CONTENTS Moving the Pattern Press Press to move the pattern in the position shown on the key. to return the pattern to its original position. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 1 Shows how far from the original position the pattern is now. 6 - 7 - 8 - 1 9 - ?! ➚ Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-9 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 249
1 deg. to the right. to return the pattern to its original position. 6 - 7 - 8 - 1 Shows the degree of the pattern's rotation 1 3. After changing the pattern, press . 9 - ?! 6-10 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 250
pattern vertically. Press to return the pattern to its original appearance. 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 1 9 - ?! 1 Shows the size of the pattern being edited. 3. After changing the pattern's size, press . Embroidery Edit Functions 6-11 Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 251
Deleting the Pattern 1. Press . 2. The pattern is deleted from the screen. 6-12 Embroidery Edit Functions CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 252
color palette screen displays. There are 61 colors to choose from. 3. Press to change the sewing order of the colors. Put the color you want to change at the top of the display. 6 - 7 - 1 1 You can change the color at the top of the display. 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 253
selected color. 2 The thread spool display of the selected color is larger. 5. After changing the colors, press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6. The display shows the changed colors. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 6-14 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 254
CONTENTS Changing the Configuration of Character Patterns 1. Press . 2. Press the key of the layout you want to sew. 1 The display will show the selected layout. 1 3. After making your selections, press . 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-15 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 255
to widen the character spacing. to compact the character spacing. to return the pattern to its original appearance. 6 - 7 - 8 - 3. When finished changing the appearance, press . 9 - ?! 6-16 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 256
- 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. You can sew each character in a different color. The screen automatically displays each color as "Black." 6 - * Press to change the color of the pattern (see page 6-13). 7 - 1 The color for each character is displayed. 1 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-17 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 257
ADJUSTING PATTERNS AFTER EDITING 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 2. If you plan to sew the pattern at that time, press pattern preview screen. to call the * Press to return to the embroidery edit screen. * To combine the pattern with other patterns, select the next pattern from - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 258
CONTENTS 3. See page 5-29 for more information about sewing the patterns. * When you want to revise edited patterns, see page 6-30. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-19 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 259
COMBINING AND EDITING PATTERNS Example CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 1. Attach the embroidery unit, and prepare the machine for embroidery (see page 5-3). 4 - 2. Press to call the screen at left. 3. Select a border. 1 Press . 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 6-20 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 260
CONTENTS 2 Press 2 times, then press to select the border. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. Press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-21 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 261
5. Press . 6. Select the characters "Happy." 1 Press . 6-22 Embroidery Edit Functions CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 262
the key of the font you wish to use (Example: 1 - ). 2 - 3 - 2 4 - 5 - 3 Enter "Happy." The letters you enter will be displayed in the center of the embroidery frame. * If you want to change the size, select , then use the size. to change * If you want to change the appearance of the letter - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 263
8. Use to move the letters. 9. Press . 10. Press again. 6-24 Embroidery Edit Functions CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 264
CONTENTS 11. Select the same font, then enter "Birthday". The letters will appear in the middle of the embroidery area display. 1 - 12. Press . 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 13. Use to move the letters. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-25 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 265
combined pattern, use select the part of the pattern you want to change. Example: Changing the size of the border ( ) CONTENTS to 1 - 2 - 1 Press to move the red outline over 3 - . 2 Press 3 Press and enlarge the border. to return to the Embroidery Edit screen. 4 - * If the characters or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 266
Press to re-edit the pattern. * To combine the pattern with another pattern, select the new pattern type from this screen. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 17. The sewing screen appears. * When you want to revise edited patterns, see page 6-30. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-27 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 267
instructions from Chapter 5 for embroidering the pattern. 3 - 1. The machine will embroider first. The embroidery will follow the color order on the right side of the display. 4 - 5 - 2. When the border is finished, the green "cross" cursor will change to the "Happy" part of the pattern. Sew - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 268
CONTENTS 3. When "Happy" is embroidered, the green "cross" cursor will change to the "Birthday" part of the pattern. Sew this part of the pattern next. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-29 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 269
ADJUSTING EDITED PATTERNS 1. Press . 2. Press . 6-30 Embroidery Edit Functions CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 270
CONTENTS 3. The machine will return to the embroidery edit screen. 4. Press to choose the section of the combined pattern to edit, and change the pattern. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-31 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 271
on your machine, you press 7 - to save the pattern on a floppy disk. Note If your machine did not come furnished with a built-in floppy disk drive, you can receive an upgrade service for your machine, so that it can use floppy disk at your authorized dealer. 8 - 9 - ?! 6-32 Embroidery Edit - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 272
switch while the "Saving" screen is displayed. You may - 4 - 5 - I If You Can Not Save the Pattern If the screen shown at left displays, the maximum number of patterns have been saved, or the you want to save takes a lot of memory, the machine can not save it. If you delete a previously saved - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 273
. 1 Shows the amount of memory the selected pattern uses. 2 Shows how much memory you need to clear to save the current pattern. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 2 5 - 4. Press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 6-34 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 274
. If there is not enough memory available after deleting the pattern, repeat the steps above to delete another pattern from the machine's memory. The display will automatically return to the original screen after saving the pattern. CAUTION Do not turn off the main power switch while the "Saving - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 275
Retrieving Saved Patterns 1. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. The machine displays the patterns saved in the memory. Select a pattern to retrieve. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 6-36 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 276
CONTENTS 3. Select the pattern you want to retrieve, and press * If you decide not to retrieve a pattern, press return to the embroidery edit screen. . . You will 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 4. Press . 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index Embroidery Edit Functions 6-37 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 277
5. Press . CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 6. The machine retrieves the pattern and prepares to embroider it. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 6-38 Embroidery Edit Functions Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 278
sew designs that you create yourself. 1 3 2 Note • Stitches that you create with MY CUSTOM STITCHTM can be a maximum of 7 mm (9/32 inch) wide and 37 mm (1-1/3 inch) long. • Stitches you draw the stitch on the enclosed grid sheet first. 1. Draw the stitch design on the grid sheet (part code SA507, - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 279
43 44 45 45 47 50 54 56 55 51 45 70 11 13 14 13 10 06 03 00 00 1 - 2 - 3 - Stitch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 00 30 32 32 32 33 35 35 37 35 32 30 40 41 42 43 44 45 16 19 23 22 17 22 23 19 42 01 00 00 06 10 06 00 00 00 Stitch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 00 03 05 08 12 17 20 24 27 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 280
Data Note Make sure that the embroidery unit is not attached. 1. Press to display the screen at left. 2. Press . 1 MY CUSTOM STITCHTM key 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 1 This area displays the stitch that is being created. 2 The number beside indicates the y coordinate of the tip of , and the number - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 281
- the first two points. To sew one stitch, press so that it ap- pears as ; to sew three stitches, touch the key so that it ap- for each point that you have drawn on the grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen as a continuous line. Note If you make a mistake while setting - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 282
this key so that it appears as to sew the stitch design repeatedly. Press this key so that it appears as single time. to sew the stitch design only one * Press to return to the screen that allows you make changes to the entered data. * If the stitch design will be repeated and linked, make - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 283
6 - A screen that allows you to edit the entered stitch design appears. 1 Press this key to move backward one point. 7 - 2 Press this key to move start point. 3 Press this key to move forward one point. 8 - 7 2 4 Press this key to move end point. 1 3 5 Press this key to move part of or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 284
. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 7 6 - 2. Use to move the point to the desired position. 3. When finished revising the pattern, press pears as . so it ap- 4. Press to go to the sewing screen. (See page 4-9 for instruc- tions on sewing the stitch). 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index My Custom - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 285
CONTENTS I Moving Part or All of the Design 1 - 1. Press or to move you wish to move. to the first point of the - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3. Press tion. 4. Press or to move the selected section to the desired loca- . The selected section has been moved. 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 7-8 My Custom Stitch Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 286
CONTENTS 5. When finished revising the pattern, press pears as . so it ap- 6. Press to go to the sewing screen (see page 4-9 for instruc- tions on sewing the stitch). 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 7 I Inserting New Points 6 - 1. Press , , or to move to point at the beginning of the line that you - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 287
of to move the point to the desired position. 4. When finished revising the pattern, press pears as . so it ap- 7 - 5. Press to go to the sewing screen. (See page 4-9 for instruc- 8 - tions on sewing the stitch). 9 - ?! 7-10 My Custom - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 288
can be saved in the machine's memory. * When saving the stitch pattern onto a floppy disk, a Windows-formatted 2HD disk must be used. * The floppy disk must not be write-protected. * When saving a stitch pattern onto a floppy disk, save the data in a format for embroidery data. The file name must - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 289
the previous screen automatically appears. * Saving as stitch pattern takes approximately 10 seconds. 1 - CAUTION Do not turn off the machine while the "Saving" message is displayed, otherwise the stitch pattern data being saved may be lost. In addition, when saving the data onto a floppy disk, do - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 290
data design equipment or a sewing machine, otherwise the sewing machine may malfunction. (Only .pes, .phc and .dst pattern files can be used.) CAUTION If the settings on this screen are locked ( ), no key other than or can be operated. 5 - 7 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index My Custom Stitch 7-13 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 291
to quit trying to retrieve the stitch pattern. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 5 - 5. Press . * To erase the saved stitch pattern, press screen appears. 1 Press to retrieve the saved stitch pattern. 2 Press to delete the saved stitch pattern. 6 - . The previous 7 - 8 - 1 2 9 - ?! 7-14 My - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 292
CONTENTS 6. The sewing screen for that stitch will then be displayed. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 7 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index My Custom Stitch 7-15 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 293
7-16 My Custom Stitch CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 294
as shown, and align the projection on the light bulb with the notch in the socket. Replace it with a new light bulb. CAUTION Use only light bulbs intended for use with this machine (12V/ 5W: part code XA2037001). You can get the proper light bulb at your authorized dealer. 5 - 6 - 4. Place light - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 295
machine will not run well, and the bobbin thread detection function may not operate. Keep the machine clean for best results. 3 - 1. Turn off the power. Remove the presser foot holder and 4 - the needle. 1 5 - 2 5 2. Loosen the screws with the disc-shaped screwdriver and remove the needle plate - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 296
the race. * While pushing the race towards the back of the machine, lift the edge nearest you and remove the race. 1 Race tangle and cause a poor finish, or the needle may break. You can get the proper parts from your authorized dealer. • Be sure to insert the race in the correct position. - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 297
. 1. Insert the cleaning disk when the screen at left is displayed. CONTENTS 1 - * If a different screen is displayed, press to display the screen at left. * Insert the cleaning disk into the floppy disk drive, located on the right side of the machine. Be sure to follow the directions given - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 298
Troubleshooting ADJUSTING THE SCREEN If the screen is difficult to see when you turn on the power, follow the steps below. 1. Press your finger anywhere on the screen. Holding your finger on the screen Go to the Brightness of LCD display. Use the , keys to adjust the screen until you can see it - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 299
anywhere on the screen. Holding your finger on the screen, turn the main power switch off and back on. * The "Start/Stop" button does not light up at this time. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 2. The machine displays the screen shown at left. 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! 9-2 Troubleshooting Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 300
CONTENTS +1 +4 +5 +2 +3 3. Press the "Bobbin Winding" button. 1 - 2 - 4. The machine displays the screen shown at left. 5. Using the included touch pen, lightly touch the center of the +, in order from 1 to 5. CAUTION Only use the included touch pen to touch the screen. Do not use a - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 301
" FUNCTION Use the troubleshooting key for advice about minor sewing problems during sewing. 1. Press 2. Press * Press to call the screen at left. . at any time to return to the original screen. CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3. Find the category for the problem and press the appropriate - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 302
ADJUSTMENTS If you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do not correct the problem, contact your authorized dealer. Problem Upper thread breaks Bobbin thread breaks Skipped stitches Cause 1 Machine is not threaded correctly (used - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 303
Problem Fabric puckers Highpitched sound while sewing 2 Bobbin is machine and rethread it correctly. Check the method for attaching the spool cap, then reattach the spool cap. Check the "Fabric/Thread/Needle Combination" chart. Replace the needle. Shorten the stitch ?! 9-6 Troubleshooting Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 304
unit can not move. 6 Fabric is too heavy, so the embroidery unit can not move freely. 7 Fabric is hanging off the table. 8 Fabric is snagged or caught on something. 9 Embroidery frame was removed during sewing (for example, to reset the bobbin). The presser foot was bumped or moved while removing or - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 305
Adjust the thread tension setting. 2-13, 5-40 Do not pull the fabric during sew- - ing. Check the method for attaching the 1-33 spool cap, then reattach the spool cap. Replace the needle plate, or con- 8-2 sult your authorized dealer. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 0 There are scratches around the hole - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 306
is not the sign of a malfunction. • If the power is disconnected during sewing: - Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. - If you restart the machine, follow the instructions for operating the machine correctly. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - ?! 8 - 9 - ?! Index Troubleshooting 9-9 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 307
. If you press the "Start/Stop" button without rethreading the machine, the thread tension may be wrong or the needle may break and cause injury. 9-10 Troubleshooting 6. This message is displayed when there is no stitch or embroidery pattern selected and the "Start/Stop" button, the "Reverse - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 308
pushed while the machine is in embroidery edit mode and a pattern is being edited. 3 - 4 - 14. This message is displayed when a key on the LCD display is touched while the needle is in the down position. 5 - 6 - 15. This message is displayed when the buttonhole lever is down, a stitch other than - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 309
attached. 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 25. This message is displayed when the machine is ready to sew an embroidery pattern, and the "Start/Stop" button is pushed while the embroidery frame is not attached. 7 - 8 - 26. This message is displayed when the bobbin is being wound, and the motor locks because the - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 310
-protected floppy disk. 3 - 4 - 34. This message is displayed when the pattern is being saved. 5 - 6 - 35. This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out. 7 - ?! 8 - 36. This message is displayed when the embroidery unit is initializing. 9 - ?! Index Troubleshooting 9-13 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 311
stitch mode, and is pushed. 44. This message is displayed when the machine is in embroidery edit mode, and you try to use an editing function when the pattern is not completely within the red outline. 45. This message is displayed when you try to save a copyright protected pattern to a floppy - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 312
press the bobbin winder button. I Alarm Sounds If the operation procedure was correct, the machine will beep once. If the operation procedure was incorrect, the machine will beep twice or four times. Note If you want to turn the alarm off, press . See page 1-20 for more details. Troubleshooting - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 313
9-16 Troubleshooting CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 314
Lamp power usage Dimensions Dimensions of machine with embroidery unit attached Weight Specification 47.0 cm (W) × 30.8 cm (H) × 25.3 cm (D) 50.0 cm (W) × 31.5 cm (H) × 27.0 cm (D) 11 kg (25 lb.) (with case: 12.5 kg (28 lb.)) 70 to 850 stitches per minute Home sewing machine needles (HA × 130) 12 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 315
A-2 Appendix CONTENTS 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - ?! Index - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 316
rotation key 5-46, 5-48 A Accessories 1-8 Adjusting character/decorative stitch patterns 4-11 edited patterns 6-30 embroidery patterns after editing 6-18 embroidery speed setting 5-41 minor machine adjustments 9-5 screen brightness 1-16, 9-1 thread tension 2-13, 5-40 touch panel 9-2 Alarm 1-20, 9-15 - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 317
Connecting the Power 1-12 Continuous sewing 4-17 Copyright information 5-1 Crazy quilt 3-21 Cross stitch 4-4 Custom Thread Numbering 5-43 D Daisy stitch 3-49 Darning 3-57 Decorative stitch patterns 4-2 Delete key 4-2, 4-7, 4-14, 6-8, 6-12 Deleting embroidery edit 6-12 mistakes 4-2, 4-7 previously - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 318
Needle plate cover 5-29 "Needle Position" button 1-4, 1-20 Needle stopper 1-44 Needle stop position 1-20 Needle threader lever 1-35 O One point patterns 5-9 Opening screen display 1-20 Operation buttons 1-3 Operation guide key 1-21 Optional accessories 1-10 Overcasting 3-23 elastic zigzag stitches - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 319
STITCHTM designs 7-11 utility stitch settings 3-12 Scallop stitches 3-41 Screen see LCD Selecting character/decorative stitches 4-1 embroidery patterns 5-8, 5-17 embroidery patterns to edit 6-2 utility stitches 3-9, 3-13 Setting key 1-14, 1-20 Sewing basic sewing 2-1 buttons 3-61 changing direction - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 320
density key 4-14 Thread palette key 6-8, 6-13 Thread tension embroidery 5-40 utility stitches 2-13 Thread tension key 1-15, 2-13, 4-14, 5-40, 5-46 Top cover 1-5 Trial key 5-27, 5-46 Troubleshooting 9-1, 9-4, 9-5 Troubleshooting key 1-21, 1-23 Twin needle 2-5 U Uppercase/lowercase 4-6 Upper threading - Brother International ULT-2003D | Users Manual - English - Page 321
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