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1. Setup
The setup procedure for the EP 1B Embroidery Peripheral is easy and will only take a few minutes.
1. Carefully remove the machine from the shipping container, using care not to drop or damage
any other items packed around it. The machine is heavy, so be careful. Place the machine on a
sturdy table or work bench.
NOTE: Be sure to save the shipping container and packing supplies that your embroidery periph-
eral came in. If your machine should ever require factory service, it should be returned in
the original (or other equally suitable) shipping container.
2. Make certain the machine’s power switch is turned to the OFF position.
3. Plug one end of the power cord into a wall outlet. A
surge protector is recommended but not required.
Plug the other end into the machine.
4. The EP 1B is compatible with Ethernet network tech-
nology. With Ethernet, peripherals connect to a
wiring hub, and the hub connects to an EDS com-
puter (or computers). The hub is a small electronic
device that contains a number of cable jacks and
diagnostic lights. The peripherals and EDS comput-
er(s) can plug into any port on the hub. You can
connect as many peripherals or computers as your
hub can hold. If you have more peripherals or com-
puters than your hub has ports, you can string 2 (or
more) hubs together. Always use 10BaseT RJ45
wiring.
5. Your machine may have come with a needle already
installed, but it is a good idea to start your sewing
with a new needle.
6. Locate the thread guide bar and gently pull it
upward until it reaches its maximum height. It will
extend like a car antenna. Rotate the guide bar until
the ends are aligned over the thread cones on the
base below (see Figure 1-2).
7. Your machine may have come with thread already loaded on the bobbin, but check to make
certain.
8. Load a spool of thread onto the thread stand and thread the machine as required.
At this point your EP 1B should be ready to begin sewing. If you should encounter any problems
during this procedure, contact your local Melco representative for assistance, or call Melco’s
Technical Support line.
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Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
Note: Enclosed power cord is for North
American applications. Use a cord suit-
able for your area.
Thread
guide
Network Power
