Accessory Catalog
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...feeding with fabrics such as leather, vinyl and other novelty fabrics. Overlock Foot For vertical bobbin machines only. Lower the needle into the curled part of the foot. 5. Slowly ... hem on sheer and very lightweight fabrics. 1. Non Stick Foot Designed for details.) www.brother.com Attach the presser foot. 3. Select a desired stitch and sew. Hold the fabric from... it into the fabric approximately 1/8" from fraying. 1. Select an overlock stitch. 2. Increase upper thread tension. 2. Raise the needle and the presser foot. 4. Lower the presser foot so that the foot guide...
...feeding with fabrics such as leather, vinyl and other novelty fabrics. Overlock Foot For vertical bobbin machines only. Lower the needle into the curled part of the foot. 5. Slowly ... hem on sheer and very lightweight fabrics. 1. Non Stick Foot Designed for details.) www.brother.com Attach the presser foot. 3. Select a desired stitch and sew. Hold the fabric from... it into the fabric approximately 1/8" from fraying. 1. Select an overlock stitch. 2. Increase upper thread tension. 2. Raise the needle and the presser foot. 4. Lower the presser foot so that the foot guide...
Accessory Catalog
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... with other sewing and embroidery machine brands. Bobbin Threads Stabilizers and Water Water Soluble Stabilizers Brother Embroidery Accessories 66 Bobbin Threads Brother Bobbin Threads are also available at selected Dealers. Consult your fabric properly with a stabilizer. Pacesetter embroidery thread is ideal for each design. Dependable thread delivery through machine tensions. This metallic thread can be used...
... with other sewing and embroidery machine brands. Bobbin Threads Stabilizers and Water Water Soluble Stabilizers Brother Embroidery Accessories 66 Bobbin Threads Brother Bobbin Threads are also available at selected Dealers. Consult your fabric properly with a stabilizer. Pacesetter embroidery thread is ideal for each design. Dependable thread delivery through machine tensions. This metallic thread can be used...
Users Manual - English
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...speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle precautions ...20 Needle...the presser foot holder ...25 2. SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin ...
...speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle precautions ...20 Needle...the presser foot holder ...25 2. SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin ...
Users Manual - English
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...and 16) This holds the spool of the upper thread. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10...the plug on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the...
...and 16) This holds the spool of the upper thread. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10...the plug on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the...
Users Manual - English
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... If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right. e 11 a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This...Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the fast bobbin winding, see page 13. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that have been designed for this ...
... If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right. e 11 a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This...Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the fast bobbin winding, see page 13. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that have been designed for this ...
Users Manual - English
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... after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the thread runs low it may cause the thread tension to the left and remove the... bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (...
... after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the thread runs low it may cause the thread tension to the left and remove the... bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (...
Users Manual - English
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... may become tangled in , the start /stop button) to pass the thread around the pre-tension disk (page 11). 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft b so that wraps around the bobbin five or six times. Pull the thread to its k original position (for models equipped with the... speed controller back to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your left and remove the bobbin. Follow steps 1 through e the slit in the bobbin. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start...
... may become tangled in , the start /stop button) to pass the thread around the pre-tension disk (page 11). 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft b so that wraps around the bobbin five or six times. Pull the thread to its k original position (for models equipped with the... speed controller back to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your left and remove the bobbin. Follow steps 1 through e the slit in the bobbin. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start...
Users Manual - English
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..., as shown. • Make sure that were designed to its highest position by the arrow. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The...machine will make a clicking sound; Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If you accidentally step on KNOWING YOUR ...
..., as shown. • Make sure that were designed to its highest position by the arrow. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The...machine will make a clicking sound; Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If you accidentally step on KNOWING YOUR ...
Users Manual - English
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... that the end of the thread comes out from the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. If it . If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to the procedure in d place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right ... until the cover clicks into place. • Replace the cover so that the thread is correctly inserted through the bobbin case is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the tension-adjusting spring of the cover (as indicated.
... that the end of the thread comes out from the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. If it . If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to the procedure in d place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right ... until the cover clicks into place. • Replace the cover so that the thread is correctly inserted through the bobbin case is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the tension-adjusting spring of the cover (as indicated.
Users Manual - English
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...cm c (3/8 inch). 1 Shell tuck stitching The gathers that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of blouses or cuffs. Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Attach zigzag foot "J". e Stitch between the straight stitches. It is called "shell tucks". f... a Needle drop point 50 Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details, refer to create gathers. a a 1 cm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. ...
...cm c (3/8 inch). 1 Shell tuck stitching The gathers that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of blouses or cuffs. Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Attach zigzag foot "J". e Stitch between the straight stitches. It is called "shell tucks". f... a Needle drop point 50 Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details, refer to create gathers. a a 1 cm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. ...
Users Manual - English
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...has come out of stitch. - left. page 22 The needle is scratched. Loosen the upper thread tension. The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched. Incorrect bobbins will not work . page 16 The upper thread breaks. Remove any knots or tangles. page 29 The... 20 The upper thread tension is too tight. page 52 The upper thread tension is too tight. breaks. authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for the thread you have not used a bobbin that has been designed for example, in the bobbin case. The needle is...
...has come out of stitch. - left. page 22 The needle is scratched. Loosen the upper thread tension. The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched. Incorrect bobbins will not work . page 16 The upper thread breaks. Remove any knots or tangles. page 29 The... 20 The upper thread tension is too tight. page 52 The upper thread tension is too tight. breaks. authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for the thread you have not used a bobbin that has been designed for example, in the bobbin case. The needle is...
Users Manual - English
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...the presser-foot holder properly. Reference page 21 - - - The lower thread is too thick. The bobbin is incorrect. You have not inserted the needle properly. The thread tension is scratched or does not turn smoothly. Replace the needle plate. Replace the presser foot. Contact your.... page 11 page 11 - APPENDIX Symptom The upper thread breaks. The thread tension is scratched, or has a burr on it right Insert the needle properly. The bobbin case is incorrect. Bobbin is scratched. You have not attached the presserfoot holder properly. You have not threaded...
...the presser-foot holder properly. Reference page 21 - - - The lower thread is too thick. The bobbin is incorrect. You have not inserted the needle properly. The thread tension is scratched or does not turn smoothly. Replace the needle plate. Replace the presser foot. Contact your.... page 11 page 11 - APPENDIX Symptom The upper thread breaks. The thread tension is scratched, or has a burr on it right Insert the needle properly. The bobbin case is incorrect. Bobbin is scratched. You have not attached the presserfoot holder properly. You have not threaded...
Users Manual - English
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...are appropriate for the type of fabric. The thread tension is not sewn correctly. If the thread is tangled, for the type of stitch that is tangled in the bobbin case. page 27 page 20 The thread is tangled in the bobbin case. Remove the tangle thread. Contact your retailer ...57 The feed dogs are skipped. You have not inserted the needle properly. The bobbin case is a highpitched noise while sewing. Insert the needle properly. If the thread is correct for this machine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 57 Dust has built up or by turning the...
...are appropriate for the type of fabric. The thread tension is not sewn correctly. If the thread is tangled, for the type of stitch that is tangled in the bobbin case. page 27 page 20 The thread is tangled in the bobbin case. Remove the tangle thread. Contact your retailer ...57 The feed dogs are skipped. You have not inserted the needle properly. The bobbin case is a highpitched noise while sewing. Insert the needle properly. If the thread is correct for this machine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 57 Dust has built up or by turning the...
Users Manual - English
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...monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar thread guide 6 , needle clamp screw 6 22 needle plate ...43 piecing 43 pocket corners 46 , presser foot 6 24 , presser foot holder 6 25 , presser foot lever 6 16 pre-tension disk 11 Q , quick-set bobbin 6 15 quilting 44 quilting foot 45 quilting guide 44 R reinforcement stitching 46 reverse/reinforcement stitch button 6 H handwheel 5 heirloom ...
...monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar thread guide 6 , needle clamp screw 6 22 needle plate ...43 piecing 43 pocket corners 46 , presser foot 6 24 , presser foot holder 6 25 , presser foot lever 6 16 pre-tension disk 11 Q , quick-set bobbin 6 15 quilting 44 quilting foot 45 quilting guide 44 R reinforcement stitching 46 reverse/reinforcement stitch button 6 H handwheel 5 heirloom ...