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"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Replace bulb with this sewing machine from all instructions before changing the light bulb. Do not use the ... 6. Never operate this machine to break. 14. Always unplug the sewing machine from outlet. 9. This sewing machine is used by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Never operate the sewing machine with any adjustments in ...
"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Replace bulb with this sewing machine from all instructions before changing the light bulb. Do not use the ... 6. Never operate this machine to break. 14. Always unplug the sewing machine from outlet. 9. This sewing machine is used by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Never operate the sewing machine with any adjustments in ...
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RELATIVE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREADS COMBINATIONS VERY THIN SEWING FABRICS Fine tricot, Fine lace, Thin linen, Silk, Organza, Chiffon LIGHTWEIGHT Voile, Taffeta, Synthetics, Silk, Batiste MEDIUM WEIGHT Cotton, Gingham, Poplin, Percale, Pique,..., Suitings, Linen, Muslin HEAVYWEIGHT Denim, Gabardine, Tweed, Corduroy, Canvas, Duck KNITS Single knit, Double knit, Jersey, Tricot NEEDLE SIZES THREAD SIZES #65/9 #75/11 #90/14 (Supplied with your machine.) #100/16 #90/14 (Ball point) Cotton: 80 Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber Fine Mercerized Cotton Cotton: 60-80 Silk: "A" ...
RELATIVE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREADS COMBINATIONS VERY THIN SEWING FABRICS Fine tricot, Fine lace, Thin linen, Silk, Organza, Chiffon LIGHTWEIGHT Voile, Taffeta, Synthetics, Silk, Batiste MEDIUM WEIGHT Cotton, Gingham, Poplin, Percale, Pique,..., Suitings, Linen, Muslin HEAVYWEIGHT Denim, Gabardine, Tweed, Corduroy, Canvas, Duck KNITS Single knit, Double knit, Jersey, Tricot NEEDLE SIZES THREAD SIZES #65/9 #75/11 #90/14 (Supplied with your machine.) #100/16 #90/14 (Ball point) Cotton: 80 Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber Fine Mercerized Cotton Cotton: 60-80 Silk: "A" ...
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.... Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is used . Page 22 No Lint is not correct. Pages 20-21 No Threading is clinging to the bottom of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not correctly installed. Pages 12-17 No Wrong needle is used . Page 22 No Page 6 No The... Page 16 No CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER 46 Page 21 No Lower threading is incorrect. Pages 43-45 No Threading is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of thread is incorrect. Page 16 No Upper thread tension is not threaded properly in the shuttle hook. Page 17 No Bobbin is too tight....
.... Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is used . Page 22 No Lint is not correct. Pages 20-21 No Threading is clinging to the bottom of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not correctly installed. Pages 12-17 No Wrong needle is used . Page 22 No Page 6 No The... Page 16 No CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER 46 Page 21 No Lower threading is incorrect. Pages 43-45 No Threading is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of thread is incorrect. Page 16 No Upper thread tension is not threaded properly in the shuttle hook. Page 17 No Bobbin is too tight....
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... turned off. Lint is clinging to the bottom of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not used . Pages 43-45 No Insufficient oiling. Page 5 No Foot controller is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of the needle plate. ... installed. Page 5 No The bobbin winding shaft is incorrect. FABRIC DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST NEEDLE BREAKS MACHINE IS NOISY OR SLOW MACHINE DOES NOT START The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is slid toward the bobbin presser. Page 43 No Page 22 No Fabric is used. Page 22...
... turned off. Lint is clinging to the bottom of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not used . Pages 43-45 No Insufficient oiling. Page 5 No Foot controller is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of the needle plate. ... installed. Page 5 No The bobbin winding shaft is incorrect. FABRIC DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST NEEDLE BREAKS MACHINE IS NOISY OR SLOW MACHINE DOES NOT START The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is slid toward the bobbin presser. Page 43 No Page 22 No Fabric is used. Page 22...
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... Stretch Blind Stitch 27 C Cleaning 43-45 Connecting Plugs 4 D Darning 38 Drawing Up Lower Thread 17 E Elastic Stitching 27 Embroidering 40-41 T Thread Tension 20-21 Troubleshooting 46, 47 Twin-Needle Sewing 18 U Upper Tension Control Dial 20 Upper Threading 15-16 W Winding the Bobbin 12 F Feed Dog Cleaning 45 Foot Controller 5 Free-Arm...
... Stretch Blind Stitch 27 C Cleaning 43-45 Connecting Plugs 4 D Darning 38 Drawing Up Lower Thread 17 E Elastic Stitching 27 Embroidering 40-41 T Thread Tension 20-21 Troubleshooting 46, 47 Twin-Needle Sewing 18 U Upper Tension Control Dial 20 Upper Threading 15-16 W Winding the Bobbin 12 F Feed Dog Cleaning 45 Foot Controller 5 Free-Arm...
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...sewing machine from outlet. 9. Use this sewing machine only for use ." 1 DANGER - Keep the ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. This sewing machine is being used as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading.... 13. Never operate the sewing machine with any adjustments in this machine outdoors. 7. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be supervised...
...sewing machine from outlet. 9. Use this sewing machine only for use ." 1 DANGER - Keep the ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. This sewing machine is being used as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading.... 13. Never operate the sewing machine with any adjustments in this machine outdoors. 7. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be supervised...
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...to assure correct installation. When storing this product are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller. 4. For ... suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take- Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage...
...to assure correct installation. When storing this product are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller. 4. For ... suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take- Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage...
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... 1. SEWING BASICS 25 SEWING ...25 General sewing procedure ...25 Selecting stitching ...26 Starting to sew ...27 Sewing in reverse ...28 Thread tension ...28 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3. UTILITY STITCHES 32 USEFUL STITCHES ...32 Zigzag stitches ...32 Basic...
... 1. SEWING BASICS 25 SEWING ...25 General sewing procedure ...25 Selecting stitching ...26 Starting to sew ...27 Sewing in reverse ...28 Thread tension ...28 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3. UTILITY STITCHES 32 USEFUL STITCHES ...32 Zigzag stitches ...32 Basic...
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... want to select the number of the upper thread. e Flat bed attachment with accessory storage (page 8 and 31) f Reverse sewing lever (page 28) Press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to adjust buttonhole stitching when it is not uniform. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts...
... want to select the number of the upper thread. e Flat bed attachment with accessory storage (page 8 and 31) f Reverse sewing lever (page 28) Press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to adjust buttonhole stitching when it is not uniform. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts...
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...the foot controller to control the sewing speed and to raise and lower the presser foot. m Thread cutter (page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 10) Use this machine. XC7359-021 (110/120V ... holds the spool of thread. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 12 and 16) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and threading the machine. i Bobbin winder (page 12) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use...
...the foot controller to control the sewing speed and to raise and lower the presser foot. m Thread cutter (page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 10) Use this machine. XC7359-021 (110/120V ... holds the spool of thread. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 12 and 16) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and threading the machine. i Bobbin winder (page 12) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use...
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... is installed onto the presser foot holder assembly. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the bag, and then store the bag inside... bobbin. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. If the accessories are stored in a compartment inside the compartment. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories...
... is installed onto the presser foot holder assembly. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the bag, and then store the bag inside... bobbin. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. If the accessories are stored in a compartment inside the compartment. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories...
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...the hole on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin. a Spring on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right...of the bobbin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. 1 Pulling it in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes...
...the hole on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin. a Spring on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right...of the bobbin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. 1 Pulling it in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes...
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... you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the 1 handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few ...times. around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin...
... you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the 1 handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few ...times. around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin...
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... ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to its latch c toward you could be used , the machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Use only the enclosed...
... ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to its latch c toward you could be used , the machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Use only the enclosed...
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Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to sew. 1 15 a Tension spring Hold the bobbin case by the latch, fully insert f the bobbin case into the shuttle race, and then release the latch. • Make sure the bobbin case finger fits into the machine. g CAUTION ● Make sure that the bobbin case... is incorrectly installed, it will fall out from the shuttle when the machine starts to the left, as shown below, until it is properly placed back into the notch at the top of the shuttle race. a Bobbin case ...
Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to sew. 1 15 a Tension spring Hold the bobbin case by the latch, fully insert f the bobbin case into the shuttle race, and then release the latch. • Make sure the bobbin case finger fits into the machine. g CAUTION ● Make sure that the bobbin case... is incorrectly installed, it will fall out from the shuttle when the machine starts to the left, as shown below, until it is properly placed back into the notch at the top of the shuttle race. a Bobbin case ...
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... place, or is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Pull the thread down and around the upper e tension control dial from the right to turn the handwheel before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Upper tension control dial b Thread check spring a Presser foot lever Raise the... needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the spool pin and cause ...
... place, or is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Pull the thread down and around the upper e tension control dial from the right to turn the handwheel before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Upper tension control dial b Thread check spring a Presser foot lever Raise the... needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the spool pin and cause ...
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... a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread cannot be passed behind the needle bar thread h guide above the needle. Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 17 While holding the thread in your left . The thread can easily be wrapped around the thread take -up lever before you feed...
... a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread cannot be passed behind the needle bar thread h guide above the needle. Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 17 While holding the thread in your left . The thread can easily be wrapped around the thread take -up lever before you feed...
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a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull on the upper thread to its highest position by turning the handwheel toward the back of the upper thread, b raise the needle to draw up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread While holding the end of the machine under the presser foot. a Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward you (counterclockwise).
a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull on the upper thread to its highest position by turning the handwheel toward the back of the upper thread, b raise the needle to draw up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread While holding the end of the machine under the presser foot. a Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward you (counterclockwise).
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...wool, Fine corduroy, Suitings, Linen, Muslin 90/14 (Supplied with transparent nylon threads, regardless of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Use the same size thread for the fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and...break, possibly resulting in injury. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types The sewing machine needle that you wish to sew. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. and the larger the needle number, the ...
...wool, Fine corduroy, Suitings, Linen, Muslin 90/14 (Supplied with transparent nylon threads, regardless of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Use the same size thread for the fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and...break, possibly resulting in injury. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types The sewing machine needle that you wish to sew. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. and the larger the needle number, the ...
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...Presser foot lever 1 a Flat surface 20 Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as 65/9 to 75/11), the... to the instructions in the table on a flat surface and check that has been determined to turn off the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct...
...Presser foot lever 1 a Flat surface 20 Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as 65/9 to 75/11), the... to the instructions in the table on a flat surface and check that has been determined to turn off the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct...