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Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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...the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this machine was supplied in the needle area. • Do not use or store the ... not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 6 This machine is being sewn may fall, resulting in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments...
...the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this machine was supplied in the needle area. • Do not use or store the ... not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 6 This machine is being sewn may fall, resulting in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments...
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......38 Starting to sew ...39 Thread tension ...41 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...42 Trial sewing ...42 Changing the sewing direction ...42 Sewing curves ...42 Sewing thick fabrics ...42 Sewing hook-and-loop fastener ...43 Sewing thin fabrics ...44 Sewing stretch fabrics ...44 Stitching cylindrical pieces ...44 4 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...NEEDLE 28 Needle precautions ...28 Needle types and their uses ...28 Checking the needle ...29 Replacing the needle ...29 Sewing with the twin needle ...31 REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT 33 Replacing the presser foot ...33 Removing the presser foot holder...
......38 Starting to sew ...39 Thread tension ...41 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...42 Trial sewing ...42 Changing the sewing direction ...42 Sewing curves ...42 Sewing thick fabrics ...42 Sewing hook-and-loop fastener ...43 Sewing thin fabrics ...44 Sewing stretch fabrics ...44 Stitching cylindrical pieces ...44 4 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...NEEDLE 28 Needle precautions ...28 Needle types and their uses ...28 Checking the needle ...29 Replacing the needle ...29 Sewing with the twin needle ...31 REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT 33 Replacing the presser foot ...33 Removing the presser foot holder...
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... OVERCASTING STITCHES 45 Using zigzag foot ...45 Using overcasting foot ...46 BASIC STITCHING ...47 Basic stitching ...47 BLIND HEM STITCHING 48 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 51 Button sewing ...55 ZIPPER INSERTION ...57 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 59 Stretch stitching ...59 Elastic attaching ...59 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 61 Appliqués ...62...
... OVERCASTING STITCHES 45 Using zigzag foot ...45 Using overcasting foot ...46 BASIC STITCHING ...47 Basic stitching ...47 BLIND HEM STITCHING 48 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 51 Button sewing ...55 ZIPPER INSERTION ...57 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 59 Stretch stitching ...59 Elastic attaching ...59 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 61 Appliqués ...62...
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...XC2691-033 2 Overcasting foot "G" XE6305-001 3 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on the left side of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Press the black button on machine) XC3021-031 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M"... for example, at the beginning of the foot when it is available through your dealer. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. The product code...
...XC2691-033 2 Overcasting foot "G" XE6305-001 3 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on the left side of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Press the black button on machine) XC3021-031 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M"... for example, at the beginning of the foot when it is available through your dealer. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. The product code...
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... vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to cut them. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is being used. t Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 8 c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 14) Pass the thread under this to control the... of the operation panel differs depending on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug...
... vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to cut them. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is being used. t Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 8 c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 14) Pass the thread under this to control the... of the operation panel differs depending on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug...
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... thread guide. Use this button to hold the needle in the opposite direction. a Needle threader (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to clean the race. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise or lower the ... b Start/stop button (for models equipped with the quick- d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to change the sewing direction or for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover. Operation buttons The operation buttons...
... thread guide. Use this button to hold the needle in the opposite direction. a Needle threader (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to clean the race. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise or lower the ... b Start/stop button (for models equipped with the quick- d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to change the sewing direction or for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover. Operation buttons The operation buttons...
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... foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to reduce the stitch width; This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. For details, refer to reduce the stitch length...
... foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to reduce the stitch width; This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. For details, refer to reduce the stitch length...
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If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into Remove the spool from the spool pin, and then the hole on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to secure it locks into b place. 11 a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. ■ Storing the spool pin ■ Installing the spool pin When placing the cover on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown. 1 until it .
If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into Remove the spool from the spool pin, and then the hole on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to secure it locks into b place. 11 a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. ■ Storing the spool pin ■ Installing the spool pin When placing the cover on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown. 1 until it .
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...still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is intended to install the proper outlet. Electric shock may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Do not place ... the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Fire or electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Pulling on the power cord into a wall outlet. Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the...
...still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is intended to install the proper outlet. Electric shock may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Do not place ... the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Fire or electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Pulling on the power cord into a wall outlet. Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the...
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.... Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the foot controller when the machine is not in use. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop . When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will increase. Note ●...; When the foot controller is plugged in order to leave the needle raised when sewing is placed on the rear side of (stitch selection key). Turn off the sewing machine in , the start/stop button cannot be set to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. ...
.... Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the foot controller when the machine is not in use. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop . When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will increase. Note ●...; When the foot controller is plugged in order to leave the needle raised when sewing is placed on the rear side of (stitch selection key). Turn off the sewing machine in , the start/stop button cannot be set to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. ...
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... break. a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this sewing machine. If you use the bobbin that have been designed for this machine. Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine...the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 14 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the ...
... break. a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this sewing machine. If you use the bobbin that have been designed for this machine. Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine...the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 14 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the ...
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... slack in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front. Memo ● When sewing with your left , slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to the right so that the spool is horizontal and...
... slack in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front. Memo ● When sewing with your left , slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to the right so that the spool is horizontal and...
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... not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is to be used to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Note ● If the sewing machine is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin. If you follow the instructions carefully. If the thread is too... held at an angle, injuries may not be wound cleanly. b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull it in as far as possible. Then stop button) to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft h and slide the bobbin winder shaft to...
... not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is to be used to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Note ● If the sewing machine is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin. If you follow the instructions carefully. If the thread is too... held at an angle, injuries may not be wound cleanly. b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull it in as far as possible. Then stop button) to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft h and slide the bobbin winder shaft to...
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... slowly, take your right hand to wind the free end of the procedure c in the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you... /stop button). While holding the thread that the spring on the bobbin winder shaft a so that wraps around the d pre-tension disk with the sewing speed controller). b Follow steps a through g of the thread clockwise around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Cut the thread, slide...
... slowly, take your right hand to wind the free end of the procedure c in the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you... /stop button). While holding the thread that the spring on the bobbin winder shaft a so that wraps around the d pre-tension disk with the sewing speed controller). b Follow steps a through g of the thread clockwise around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Cut the thread, slide...
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...the handwheel is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Slide the sewing speed controller back to run out. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is cut the thread as described. When the... bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to the right. 18 Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to cut to start /stop button) to a suitable length. CAUTION ● Not winding the...
...the handwheel is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Slide the sewing speed controller back to run out. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is cut the thread as described. When the... bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to the right. 18 Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to cut to start /stop button) to a suitable length. CAUTION ● Not winding the...
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...foot lever. 1 CAUTION Turn off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn the power off the sewing machine. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models Install the ...the machine will not operate correctly. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. equipped with thread. b ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to thread the machine as indicated.
...foot lever. 1 CAUTION Turn off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn the power off the sewing machine. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models Install the ...the machine will not operate correctly. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. equipped with thread. b ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to thread the machine as indicated.
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... feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by marks on the needle plate cover. Be sure to be incorrect or break the needle. 20 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. •... line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. Turn off the sewing machine. Put the left side of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your...
... feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by marks on the needle plate cover. Be sure to be incorrect or break the needle. 20 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. •... line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. Turn off the sewing machine. Put the left side of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your...
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... the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). Put the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 27). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 21 If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to... (Cut the thread with the cutter (c). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Replace the bobbin cover.
... the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). Put the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 27). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 21 If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to... (Cut the thread with the cutter (c). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Replace the bobbin cover.
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... , or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Spool pin b Mark on the sewing machine. a Raise the presser foot using the presser foot b lever. If the upper threading is not correctly raised, the... the instructions. Be sure to "Needle types and their uses" (page 28). a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. For details on the correct combination of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination...
... , or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Spool pin b Mark on the sewing machine. a Raise the presser foot using the presser foot b lever. If the upper threading is not correctly raised, the... the instructions. Be sure to "Needle types and their uses" (page 28). a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. For details on the correct combination of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination...