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... after using ." Always unplug this machine where aerosol (spray) products are being used by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Special care is intended for use ." 1 Do not use the proper needle plate. To disconnect, turn the main switch...
... after using ." Always unplug this machine where aerosol (spray) products are being used by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Special care is intended for use ." 1 Do not use the proper needle plate. To disconnect, turn the main switch...
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... bed attachment ...6 ACCESSORIES ...7 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 7 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 8 Power supply precautions ...8 Power supply ...8 Foot controller ...9 Steadying the machine ...9 THREADING THE MACHINE 10 Winding the bobbin ...10 Lower threading ...11 Upper threading ...13 Drawing up the lower thread ...14 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 15 Needle precautions ...15 Selecting the needle depending on...
... bed attachment ...6 ACCESSORIES ...7 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 7 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 8 Power supply precautions ...8 Power supply ...8 Foot controller ...9 Steadying the machine ...9 THREADING THE MACHINE 10 Winding the bobbin ...10 Lower threading ...11 Upper threading ...13 Drawing up the lower thread ...14 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 15 Needle precautions ...15 Selecting the needle depending on...
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APPENDIX ...39 MAINTENANCE ...39 Oiling ...39 Changing the bulb ...39 Cleaning the machine surface ...40 Cleaning the shuttle race ...40 Cleaning the feed dogs ...41 Bobbin case tension adjustment ...42 TROUBLESHOOTING ...43 INDEX ...46 4 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 31 Making the buttonhole ...31 Adjusting buitching stitching ...32 Button sewing ...33 ZIPPER INSERTION ...34 APPLIQUÉ, MONOGRAMMING AND EMBROIDERING 35 Appliqués ...35 Monogramming and embroidering ...35 DECORATIVE STITCHING 37 Gathering ...37 Shell tuck stitching ...37 Elastic stitching ...38 4.
APPENDIX ...39 MAINTENANCE ...39 Oiling ...39 Changing the bulb ...39 Cleaning the machine surface ...40 Cleaning the shuttle race ...40 Cleaning the feed dogs ...41 Bobbin case tension adjustment ...42 TROUBLESHOOTING ...43 INDEX ...46 4 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 31 Making the buttonhole ...31 Adjusting buitching stitching ...32 Button sewing ...33 ZIPPER INSERTION ...34 APPLIQUÉ, MONOGRAMMING AND EMBROIDERING 35 Appliqués ...35 Monogramming and embroidering ...35 DECORATIVE STITCHING 37 Gathering ...37 Shell tuck stitching ...37 Elastic stitching ...38 4.
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... main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 32) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting screw to cut them. i Bobbin winder (page 10) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use . m Thread cutter (page 23) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to adjust buttonhole stitching when... it is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and threading the machine. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 10 and 13) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is not uniform. k Main power/sewing light switch (page...
... main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 32) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting screw to cut them. i Bobbin winder (page 10) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use . m Thread cutter (page 23) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to adjust buttonhole stitching when... it is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and threading the machine. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 10 and 13) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is not uniform. k Main power/sewing light switch (page...
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... then pull the flat bed attachment out to hold the needle in the sewing direction. d Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in place. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the...
... then pull the flat bed attachment out to hold the needle in the sewing direction. d Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in place. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the...
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...-321 X59370-021 XE2137-001 XA3442-121 No. Part Name 5 Bobbin 6 Needle set 7 Oval screwdriver OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1. 2. Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. Note (For U.S.A. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is...
...-321 X59370-021 XE2137-001 XA3442-121 No. Part Name 5 Bobbin 6 Needle set 7 Oval screwdriver OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1. 2. Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. Note (For U.S.A. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is...
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... thread through the hole on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin. Pass the thread around the bobbin a few times. a Spring on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin 10 Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inches) This model Other... models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this pin. Turn on this machine...
... thread through the hole on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin. Pass the thread around the bobbin a few times. a Spring on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin 10 Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inches) This model Other... models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this pin. Turn on this machine...
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... cause the thread tension to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you could be injured. g Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will make a clicking sound; Raise the needle to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting... in injury. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the foot controller. this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is ...
... cause the thread tension to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you could be injured. g Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will make a clicking sound; Raise the needle to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting... in injury. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the foot controller. this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is ...
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... installed, it out from the shuttle when the machine starts to be used with this machine. a Tension spring Hold the bobbin case by pulling its latch c toward you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring. 1 a Flat bed...Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to be incorrect or break the needle. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you and pulling it will fall out from the shuttle ...
... installed, it out from the shuttle when the machine starts to be used with this machine. a Tension spring Hold the bobbin case by pulling its latch c toward you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring. 1 a Flat bed...Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to be incorrect or break the needle. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you and pulling it will fall out from the shuttle ...
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... is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Selecting the needle depending on the fabric and thread thickness. Use the same size thread for the fabric...
... is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Selecting the needle depending on the fabric and thread thickness. Use the same size thread for the fabric...
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...fabric when sewing thin fabric with a small oval screwdriver. Memo ● Before beginning to change tension adjustments make sure the upper thread and bobbin are inserted correctly. ● We recommend you do a test sample on surface of fabric a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper ...thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is needed. 24 In this case, refer to a higher number. ■ Bobbin tension is used. Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper tensioncontrol dial to "Upper threading" (page 13) and rethread. 1 5 2 ■ ...
...fabric when sewing thin fabric with a small oval screwdriver. Memo ● Before beginning to change tension adjustments make sure the upper thread and bobbin are inserted correctly. ● We recommend you do a test sample on surface of fabric a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper ...thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is needed. 24 In this case, refer to a higher number. ■ Bobbin tension is used. Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper tensioncontrol dial to "Upper threading" (page 13) and rethread. 1 5 2 ■ ...
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... on the needle plate as c shown below. Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, g and then cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you e (counterclockwise) to check ...STITCHES Button sewing Buttons can be attached, and then select the appropriate zigzag stitch (2, 3 or 4) according to the following table. Buttons with 2 or with the bobbin thread. Measure the distance between the presser foot and d the fabric. Turn the handwheel toward you . Start sewing.
... on the needle plate as c shown below. Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, g and then cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you e (counterclockwise) to check ...STITCHES Button sewing Buttons can be attached, and then select the appropriate zigzag stitch (2, 3 or 4) according to the following table. Buttons with 2 or with the bobbin thread. Measure the distance between the presser foot and d the fabric. Turn the handwheel toward you . Start sewing.
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...) gathers or darning, etc. a Select the shell tuck stitch (13), and increase b the thread tension. • For details, refer to one side. 37 Pull the bobbin threads to "Thread tension" (page 24). Loosen the tension of thin fabrics. Fold the fabric along the bias. UTILITY STITCHES DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches...
...) gathers or darning, etc. a Select the shell tuck stitch (13), and increase b the thread tension. • For details, refer to one side. 37 Pull the bobbin threads to "Thread tension" (page 24). Loosen the tension of thin fabrics. Fold the fabric along the bias. UTILITY STITCHES DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches...
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... CAUTION ● Be sure to remove it again with a wet cloth, wipe it . After cleaning it once with a dry cloth. Remove the bobbin case by pulling its latch d toward you and pulling it out from the retaining e ring to unplug the machine before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries... or an electric shock may occur. a Bobbin case latch Slide the latch levers out from the shuttle race. 4 Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly...
... CAUTION ● Be sure to remove it again with a wet cloth, wipe it . After cleaning it once with a dry cloth. Remove the bobbin case by pulling its latch d toward you and pulling it out from the retaining e ring to unplug the machine before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries... or an electric shock may occur. a Bobbin case latch Slide the latch levers out from the shuttle race. 4 Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly...
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... feed dogs a Retaining ring b Hook c Hook center post Use a brush to clean the lint from the retaining ring, hook, driver and race body. Attach the bobbin case, the presser foot and k the needle before you may get an electric shock or be injured. Otherwise, you clean it.
... feed dogs a Retaining ring b Hook c Hook center post Use a brush to clean the lint from the retaining ring, hook, driver and race body. Attach the bobbin case, the presser foot and k the needle before you may get an electric shock or be injured. Otherwise, you clean it.
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...the screw clockwise, being careful not to over -tighten the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to its original setting before starting your next project. ■ Bobbin tension is too tight Loops appear on the wrong side of the fabric. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d ... a lower number. In this case, turn the screw counterclockwise being careful not to over -loosen the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to match the bobbin thread. a Screw a Screw 42 For most sewing applications, no adjustment is too loose Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. 1 2 3...
...the screw clockwise, being careful not to over -tighten the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to its original setting before starting your next project. ■ Bobbin tension is too tight Loops appear on the wrong side of the fabric. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d ... a lower number. In this case, turn the screw counterclockwise being careful not to over -loosen the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to match the bobbin thread. a Screw a Screw 42 For most sewing applications, no adjustment is too loose Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. 1 2 3...
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...The area around the hole in the presser foot is appropriate thread you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The bobbin case is turned off. Symptom The sewing machine does not work properly. The upper thread breaks....main power switch is scratched. Remove any knots or tangles. Only use a bobbin that is scratched. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. The bobbin winder shaft is tangled, for this machine. The thread is pushed to ...
...The area around the hole in the presser foot is appropriate thread you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The bobbin case is turned off. Symptom The sewing machine does not work properly. The upper thread breaks....main power switch is scratched. Remove any knots or tangles. Only use a bobbin that is scratched. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. The bobbin winder shaft is tangled, for this machine. The thread is pushed to ...
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...fabric. Insert the needle properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - The bobbin case is incorrectly installed. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 10 The bobbin is incorrect. Correct the upper threading. page 15 page 20 The thread tension is scratched or ...does not turn smoothly. Adjust the tension of fabric, thread and needle. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 10 Bobbin is bent or blunt. Symptom Possible cause How to put it . Replace the needle. The upper thread ...
...fabric. Insert the needle properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - The bobbin case is incorrectly installed. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 10 The bobbin is incorrect. Correct the upper threading. page 15 page 20 The thread tension is scratched or ...does not turn smoothly. Adjust the tension of fabric, thread and needle. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 10 Bobbin is bent or blunt. Symptom Possible cause How to put it . Replace the needle. The upper thread ...
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...Reference page 11, 13 - The sewing light bulb does not come on. The thread tension is bent or blunt. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for the type of stitch that are appropriate for this machine. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. ...type of stitch. Insert the needle properly. Choose a thread and needle that you use it right Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly. The thread is too thick. Possible cause You have not used the right combination of fabric. You have not threaded the ...
...Reference page 11, 13 - The sewing light bulb does not come on. The thread tension is bent or blunt. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for the type of stitch that are appropriate for this machine. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. ...type of stitch. Insert the needle properly. Choose a thread and needle that you use it right Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly. The thread is too thick. Possible cause You have not used the right combination of fabric. You have not threaded the ...
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INDEX A accessories 7 appliqués 35 B basic stitching 28 blind hem stitching 28 bobbin 11 bobbin case 12 bobbin winder 10 button sewing 33 buttonhole foot 31 buttonhole sewing 31 C cleaning 40 D darning 30 E embroidering 35 extra spool pin 18 Fffelaetdbdeodgastta..c..h..m...e..n..t...66,, 41 26... 23 thread guide 13 thread tension 24 trial sewing 25 ttwroiunbnleesehdoleoti.n..g...1..7..,.. 43 18 U upper tension-control dial 24, 42 upper threading 13 W winding the bobbin 10 Z zigzag stitches 25, 27, 35 zipper foot 34 zipper insertion 34 46
INDEX A accessories 7 appliqués 35 B basic stitching 28 blind hem stitching 28 bobbin 11 bobbin case 12 bobbin winder 10 button sewing 33 buttonhole foot 31 buttonhole sewing 31 C cleaning 40 D darning 30 E embroidering 35 extra spool pin 18 Fffelaetdbdeodgastta..c..h..m...e..n..t...66,, 41 26... 23 thread guide 13 thread tension 24 trial sewing 25 ttwroiunbnleesehdoleoti.n..g...1..7..,.. 43 18 U upper tension-control dial 24, 42 upper threading 13 W winding the bobbin 10 Z zigzag stitches 25, 27, 35 zipper foot 34 zipper insertion 34 46