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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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Never allow children to play with any adjustments in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is not a toy: • Your close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged... of. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine is being sewn may ignite, resulting in should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any opening. •...
Never allow children to play with any adjustments in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is not a toy: • Your close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged... of. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine is being sewn may ignite, resulting in should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any opening. •...
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... differ depending on the sewing machine model. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 12) You can use as the lower thread. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle... (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. t Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 8 The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 14) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual...
... differ depending on the sewing machine model. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 12) You can use as the lower thread. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle... (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. t Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 8 The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 14) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual...
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...by attaching it with your finger to raise the spool pin. Spool pin As shown, press down on the front of the selected stitch. This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. ... increase the stitch length.) d Stitch width adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch length. (Press the "-" side to use. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the spool pin lever with the rounded side toward the spool pin. 10 The display location (2) of the...
...by attaching it with your finger to raise the spool pin. Spool pin As shown, press down on the front of the selected stitch. This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. ... increase the stitch length.) d Stitch width adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch length. (Press the "-" side to use. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the spool pin lever with the rounded side toward the spool pin. 10 The display location (2) of the...
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...Manually thread the left needle. For details on installing a needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). 1 a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that the thread winds off from the front of "Upper threading" (page 22). The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew... needle. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and two top threads. Instead, ...
...Manually thread the left needle. For details on installing a needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). 1 a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that the thread winds off from the front of "Upper threading" (page 22). The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew... needle. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and two top threads. Instead, ...
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...details on the types of the needle from front to step a through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Do not try turning the fabric with the twin needle left down in f... "J". CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be sewn with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to sew" (page 39). Start sewing. Turn on adjusting the stitch length, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Thread the upper thread for the right ...
...details on the types of the needle from front to step a through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Do not try turning the fabric with the twin needle left down in f... "J". CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be sewn with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to sew" (page 39). Start sewing. Turn on adjusting the stitch length, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Thread the upper thread for the right ...
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... foot type appears above or beside the stitch number. Memo ● The presser foot to the following example. X The stitch is displayed. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of the selected stitch. The b number of to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33... desired stitch. If necessary, adjust the stitch length and d width. • For details on , the straight stitch ( left . When the sewing machine is turned on sewing with each of the utility stitches, refer to be used is selected. Press the "+" or "-" side of the selected stitch is selected. 37...
... foot type appears above or beside the stitch number. Memo ● The presser foot to the following example. X The stitch is displayed. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of the selected stitch. The b number of to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33... desired stitch. If necessary, adjust the stitch length and d width. • For details on , the straight stitch ( left . When the sewing machine is turned on sewing with each of the utility stitches, refer to be used is selected. Press the "+" or "-" side of the selected stitch is selected. 37...
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... (1/8) 2.5-5.0 (3/32-3/16) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. ** Rfc. c Attach zigzag foot "J". a... Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5... the overcasting stitches to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. J 08 08 08 08 Overcasting on medium 05 weight or stretch fabrics...
... (1/8) 2.5-5.0 (3/32-3/16) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. ** Rfc. c Attach zigzag foot "J". a... Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5... the overcasting stitches to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. J 08 08 08 08 Overcasting on medium 05 weight or stretch fabrics...
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... deco- 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Attach zigzag foot "J". a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. f • For details, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50...
... deco- 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Attach zigzag foot "J". a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. f • For details, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50...
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R 10 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "+" side of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may be displayed on stretch fabrics 0 (0) -3 - 3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No No * Rfc....) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No No * Rfc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind...
R 10 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "+" side of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may be displayed on stretch fabrics 0 (0) -3 - 3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No No * Rfc....) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No No * Rfc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind...
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A 34 34 - A 35 35 - - The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) No Yes ** Rfc. Buttonholes... 0.5 (1/32) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No * Auto Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is about 28 ...
A 34 34 - A 35 35 - - The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) No Yes ** Rfc. Buttonholes... 0.5 (1/32) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No * Auto Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is about 28 ...
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...Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch (center) Attaching zippers, basic J 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - Attach zigzag foot "J". Sew...of fabric a Basting stitching b Reverse stitches c Wrong side of fabric d End of the stitching. • Use basting stitching to sew the zipper opening • Refer to "Basic stitching" on page 47. gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes ** *... pressed and the machine starts sewing.
...Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch (center) Attaching zippers, basic J 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - Attach zigzag foot "J". Sew...of fabric a Basting stitching b Reverse stitches c Wrong side of fabric d End of the stitching. • Use basting stitching to sew the zipper opening • Refer to "Basic stitching" on page 47. gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes ** *... pressed and the machine starts sewing.
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...Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing...clothing, the finished dimensions will be that a suitable length of the a fabric. SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can ...stretch fabrics, attaching elastic, darn- Therefore, it . b Select stitch . b Sew the fabric without stretching it is necessary that of the stretched elastic tape. c Elastic...
...Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing...clothing, the finished dimensions will be that a suitable length of the a fabric. SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can ...stretch fabrics, attaching elastic, darn- Therefore, it . b Select stitch . b Sew the fabric without stretching it is necessary that of the stretched elastic tape. c Elastic...
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... 31 Straight stitch quilting that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. J 37 37 J 38 38 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight ... dec- Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61 Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Stitch Name Pattern No.
... 31 Straight stitch quilting that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. J 37 37 J 38 38 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight ... dec- Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61 Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. Stitch Name Pattern No.
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Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- Bar tack stitch A 36 36 34 Reinforcing openings 30 and areas where the seam easily comes loose 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/..., refer to "Starting to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 Select stitch . b Start...
Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- Bar tack stitch A 36 36 34 Reinforcing openings 30 and areas where the seam easily comes loose 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/..., refer to "Starting to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 Select stitch . b Start...
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... 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) ** Yes ( J ) No * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Fagoting... hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 6.0 1.5-7.0 (15/64) (1/16-1/4) 3.0 (1/8) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine.
... 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) ** Yes ( J ) No * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. * Rfc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Fagoting... hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 6.0 1.5-7.0 (15/64) (1/16-1/4) 3.0 (1/8) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine.
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...thread is easier. d After sewing is called "fagoting". e • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on...** Yes ( J ) No * Rfc. c Select stitch or . N 26 26 26 Decorative hemming on N 25 25 25 - It is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. N 27 27 27 - N 28 28 28 - Use an iron to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). g 69 Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave...
...thread is easier. d After sewing is called "fagoting". e • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on...** Yes ( J ) No * Rfc. c Select stitch or . N 26 26 26 Decorative hemming on N 25 25 25 - It is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. N 27 27 27 - N 28 28 28 - Use an iron to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). g 69 Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave...
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... threading" (page 22). Insert the wing needle. b Select stitch , , , , or . d 72 For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch...presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach monogramming foot "N". This is used with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, ...
... threading" (page 22). Insert the wing needle. b Select stitch , , , , or . d 72 For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch...presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach monogramming foot "N". This is used with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, ...
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... use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. ** Rfc. 73 J...0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) **** Yes ( J ) *** Yes * Rev. Attaching zippers, basic J 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 4 Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking...
... use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. ** Rfc. 73 J...0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) **** Yes ( J ) *** Yes * Rev. Attaching zippers, basic J 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 4 Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking...