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Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65 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/V63/V64/V65 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 stitch length and width ...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 ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment...
... the stitch length and width ...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 ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment...
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... for example, at the beginning of the presser foot holder is mentioned on the machine with product code 885-V60/V61/V62. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included.... Press the black button on machine) 17 Spool cap (small) 18 Extra spool pin 19 Foot controller Part...
... for example, at the beginning of the presser foot holder is mentioned on the machine with product code 885-V60/V61/V62. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included.... Press the black button on machine) 17 Spool cap (small) 18 Extra spool pin 19 Foot controller Part...
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...pin (pages 10, 14 and 22) This holds the spool of the upper thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used . j Handwheel This is used to raise and lower the presser foot. p Feed ... Foot controller (page 13) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 44)...
...pin (pages 10, 14 and 22) This holds the spool of the upper thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used . j Handwheel This is used to raise and lower the presser foot. p Feed ... Foot controller (page 13) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 44)...
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... foot. a Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. set the bobbin. For details, refer to hold the needle in the fabric. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to sew reverse stitches. k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. When...
... foot. a Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. set the bobbin. For details, refer to hold the needle in the fabric. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to sew reverse stitches. k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. When...
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... will be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. The display location (2) of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the presser foot type differs depending on the spool pin...
... will be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. The display location (2) of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the presser foot type differs depending on the spool pin...
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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 locks into Remove the spool from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into b place. 11 If the spool pin has been removed 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.
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 locks into Remove the spool from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into b place. 11 If the spool pin has been removed 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.
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...b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "{". If the plug does not fit fully in any way. 12 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to install the proper outlet. Fire or electric shock may damage the cord, or lead to fire or ...may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Do not subject the cord to them. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is in to heat. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Using other ). Always grasp the plug to remove it ...
...b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "{". If the plug does not fit fully in any way. 12 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to install the proper outlet. Fire or electric shock may damage the cord, or lead to fire or ...may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Do not subject the cord to them. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is in to heat. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Using other ). Always grasp the plug to remove it ...
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...controller is not in , the start/stop button cannot be sure to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. Turn off the sewing machine in the fabric when sewing is plugged in use. After turning on the foot controller. CAUTION ● Do not ... set to leave the needle in order to the left and turn off the sewing machine. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop button). X The needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is stopped. Note ● When the foot controller is stopped. a Foot controller jack/...
...controller is not in , the start/stop button cannot be sure to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. Turn off the sewing machine in the fabric when sewing is plugged in use. After turning on the foot controller. CAUTION ● Do not ... set to leave the needle in order to the left and turn off the sewing machine. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop button). X The needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is stopped. Note ● When the foot controller is stopped. a Foot controller jack/...
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... without raising the spool pin. 14 X The spool pin swings up. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this sewing machine. 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 spool pin lever a with...
... without raising the spool pin. 14 X The spool pin swings up. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this sewing machine. 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 spool pin lever a with...
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... when the thread is wound, when the thread runs low it may not be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the.... Turn on the shaft b Notch c 7-10 cm (2-3/4 - 3-15/16 inches) Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. a Spring on the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the pretension disk. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the bobbin...
... when the thread is wound, when the thread runs low it may not be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the.... Turn on the shaft b Notch c 7-10 cm (2-3/4 - 3-15/16 inches) Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. a Spring on the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the pretension disk. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the bobbin...
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... the bobbin on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to pass the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin... controller.) ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. 1 a Sewing speed controller Press the foot controller or press (start/ m stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound ...
... the bobbin on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to pass the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin... controller.) ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. 1 a Sewing speed controller Press the foot controller or press (start/ m stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound ...
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... equipped with built-in cutter) X The thread is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the shaft. Note ... controller is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull the thread to the right and pass it through e the slit in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin...
... equipped with built-in cutter) X The thread is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the shaft. Note ... controller is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull the thread to the right and pass it through e the slit in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin...
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...shown by marks on the needle plate cover. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by the arrow. Slide the button and open the cover. b ● Winding ...injured. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. raise the presser foot lever. 1 CAUTION Turn off while threading the machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. If ...
...shown by marks on the needle plate cover. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by the arrow. Slide the button and open the cover. b ● Winding ...injured. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. raise the presser foot lever. 1 CAUTION Turn off while threading the machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. If ...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and then ...it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Put the left hand as indicated. Raise the needle to thread the machine as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it through the slit. • Replace the cover so that the ...the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. b Slide the button and open the cover. Turn off the sewing machine. If the thread unrolls in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the needle plate cover. c 1 2 1 ...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and then ...it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Put the left hand as indicated. Raise the needle to thread the machine as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it through the slit. • Replace the cover so that the ...the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. b Slide the button and open the cover. Turn off the sewing machine. If the thread unrolls in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the needle plate cover. c 1 2 1 ...
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...or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the sewing machine. Be sure to "Needle types and their uses" (page 28). Turn on the needle...presser foot b lever. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. If the upper threading is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded correctly. 22 or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is...
...or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the sewing machine. Be sure to "Needle types and their uses" (page 28). Turn on the needle...presser foot b lever. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. If the upper threading is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded correctly. 22 or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is...
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... the thread take -up lever. Hold the thread with your right hand so that there is no slack in the j illustration below . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When sewing with your left as shown in the thread that is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot be threaded. a a Spool cap (small) b Spool...
... the thread take -up lever. Hold the thread with your right hand so that there is no slack in the j illustration below . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When sewing with your left as shown in the thread that is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot be threaded. a a Spool cap (small) b Spool...
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...; If you incorrectly feed the thread you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up lever. Follow steps a through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. b While lowering the needle threader lever, c hook the thread onto the guide. Put the thread behind the needle bar thread l guide ...above the needle. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a 65/9 home sewing machine needle. When using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) The thread can be used with the wing needle or the twin...
...; If you incorrectly feed the thread you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up lever. Follow steps a through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. b While lowering the needle threader lever, c hook the thread onto the guide. Put the thread behind the needle bar thread l guide ...above the needle. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a 65/9 home sewing machine needle. When using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) The thread can be used with the wing needle or the twin...
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... CAUTION ● Be careful not to pull on the hook as shown below. Catch the thread on the thread with force or it may cause sewing problems. 26 Raise the presser foot lever. d Pull the loop of the needle. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and.... ● If the thread does not pass through the presser i foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the rear of the...
... CAUTION ● Be careful not to pull on the hook as shown below. Catch the thread on the thread with force or it may cause sewing problems. 26 Raise the presser foot lever. d Pull the loop of the needle. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and.... ● If the thread does not pass through the presser i foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the rear of the...
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... to read and carefully follow the instructions below. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on the fabric and thread thickness. It may bend the needle or damage the... machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics ...
... to read and carefully follow the instructions below. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on the fabric and thread thickness. It may bend the needle or damage the... machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics ...