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...threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before changing the light bulb. Young children should never be left unattended when plugged in this manual. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic... safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,...
...threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before changing the light bulb. Young children should never be left unattended when plugged in this manual. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic... safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,...
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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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... No Bobbin is incorrectly inserted. Page 14 No Needle is not threaded properly in the shuttle hook. Page 22 No Lint is incorrect. Thread tension is clinging to the bottom of thread is tangled. Page 16 No Upper thread is not correctly installed. Page 20 No Spool of the needle ...LOCAL SERVICE CENTER 46 Page 22 No Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is too tight. Page 16 No Upper thread tension is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not correct. Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is used ....
... No Bobbin is incorrectly inserted. Page 14 No Needle is not threaded properly in the shuttle hook. Page 22 No Lint is incorrect. Thread tension is clinging to the bottom of thread is tangled. Page 16 No Upper thread is not correctly installed. Page 20 No Spool of the needle ...LOCAL SERVICE CENTER 46 Page 22 No Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is too tight. Page 16 No Upper thread tension is incorrect. Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is not correct. Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is used ....
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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 incorrect. Page 6 No Thread is installed. Page 22 No Damaged or worn needle is used . Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is ...No Main power switch is not used correctly. Page 5 No Foot controller is turned off. Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is slid toward the bobbin presser. Page 43 No Page 22 No Fabric is removed from outlet. No Power supply plug is ...
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 incorrect. Page 6 No Thread is installed. Page 22 No Damaged or worn needle is used . Page 6 No Damaged or worn needle is ...No Main power switch is not used correctly. Page 5 No Foot controller is turned off. Page 6 No The combination of needle size/ thread size/fabric is slid toward the bobbin presser. Page 43 No Page 22 No Fabric is removed from outlet. No Power supply plug is ...
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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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..., such as contained in . Do not use by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the sewing machine from all instructions before using and before changing the light bulb. To ...burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 12. Keep the ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from outlet. 9. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Replace bulb...
..., such as contained in . Do not use by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the sewing machine from all instructions before using and before changing the light bulb. To ...burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 12. Keep the ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from outlet. 9. "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Replace bulb...
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... thread take- Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Plug the machine ...controller. 4. When storing this product are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the operation manual to ...
... thread take- Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Plug the machine ...controller. 4. When storing this product are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the operation manual to ...
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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. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 The main...
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. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 The main...
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...use. 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. c Thread take-up lever (page 16) d Upper tension control dial (page 28) This ...controls the tension of the stitch that you want to select the number of the upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 38) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting screw...
...use. 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. c Thread take-up lever (page 16) d Upper tension control dial (page 28) This ...controls the tension of the stitch that you want to select the number of the upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 38) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting screw...
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... foot controller jack, which also supplies power to this switch to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. m Thread cutter (page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 10) Use this machine. j Handwheel Use the handwheel to cut them.
... foot controller jack, which also supplies power to this switch to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. m Thread cutter (page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 10) Use this machine. j Handwheel Use the handwheel to cut them.
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...dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in place. 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 ...bed attachment. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the bobbin. 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 are...
...dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in place. 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 ...bed attachment. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the bobbin. 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 are...
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...models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on the sewing machine. a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin Turn on this pin. If you use ...-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. 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 right. Only ...
...models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on the sewing machine. a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin Turn on this pin. If you use ...-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. 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 right. Only ...
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... ● Winding the bobbin improperly may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the 1 handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. Then stop the...
... ● Winding the bobbin improperly may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the 1 handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. Then stop the...
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...9679; Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to its latch c toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the machine. If you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be injured. a Bobbin case... latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and ...
...9679; Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to its latch c toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the machine. If you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be injured. a Bobbin case... latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and ...
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Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to the left, as shown below, until it will fall out from the shuttle when the machine starts to sew. 1 15 If it is properly placed back into the notch at the top of the shuttle race. 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...
Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to the left, as shown below, until it will fall out from the shuttle when the machine starts to sew. 1 15 If it is properly placed back into the notch at the top of the shuttle race. 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...
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... the needle to the left so the thread picks up lever to turn the handwheel before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Upper tension control dial b Thread check spring a Spool pin b Thread guide (rear) c Thread guide (front) d Thread take-up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take-up the thread check spring. • If the needle...
... the needle to the left so the thread picks up lever to turn the handwheel before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Upper tension control dial b Thread check spring a Spool pin b Thread guide (rear) c Thread guide (front) d Thread take-up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take-up the thread check spring. • If the needle...
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... the needle. Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 17 While holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. 1 Guide the thread through the thread take-up g lever from front to left. Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread as shown below, f pull it between...
... the needle. Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 17 While holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. 1 Guide the thread through the thread take-up g lever from front to left. Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread as shown below, f pull it between...
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a Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward you (counterclockwise). a Upper thread b Lower thread 18 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. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle to draw up the lower thread Lightly hold 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 18 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. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle to draw up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the machine under the presser foot.
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... observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to sew. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. Sewing fabrics Needle sizes Thread sizes Very thin Fine tricot, Fine lace...
... observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to sew. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. Sewing fabrics Needle sizes Thread sizes Very thin Fine tricot, Fine lace...
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... needle is being operated. Raise the needle to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Lower the presser foot lever. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there... may break while the machine is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to turn off the sewing machine. If the combination of the needle on the previous page. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in ...
... needle is being operated. Raise the needle to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Lower the presser foot lever. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there... may break while the machine is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to turn off the sewing machine. If the combination of the needle on the previous page. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in ...