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.... 2. To reduce the risk of lint, dust and loose cloth. 5. Do not use by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Special care is used by pulling on the cord. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. "SAVE...
.... 2. To reduce the risk of lint, dust and loose cloth. 5. Do not use by the manufacturer as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Special care is used by pulling on the cord. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. "SAVE...
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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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...(Korea), XC7438-321 (Russia), XD0115-121(Argentina), XE3414-001(Brazil(120V)), XE4302-001(Brazil(220V)),XE3447-001(Taiwan) 5 i Bobbin winder (page 10) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use . p Foot controller (page 9) Use the foot controller to control the sewing speed and to raise and lower the... supplies power to this switch to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 10 and 13) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is not uniform. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF...
...(Korea), XC7438-321 (Russia), XD0115-121(Argentina), XE3414-001(Brazil(120V)), XE4302-001(Brazil(220V)),XE3447-001(Taiwan) 5 i Bobbin winder (page 10) The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for use . p Foot controller (page 9) Use the foot controller to control the sewing speed and to raise and lower the... supplies power to this switch to turn on and off the main power and sewing light. o Bobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 10 and 13) The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is not uniform. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF...
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...the presser foot holder assembly in place. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. 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... sewing direction. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment out to set the bobbin. Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 6
...the presser foot holder assembly in place. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. 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... sewing direction. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment out to set the bobbin. Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 6
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... 7 Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130920-021 X57521-021 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ●...number: 138135-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 90/14 needle No. We have designed these accessories to carry out most sewing tasks. Part Name 5 Bobbin 6 Needle set 7 Oval screwdriver OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1. 2. Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Zipper foot "I" 3 Button sewing foot "M" 4 ...
... 7 Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130920-021 X57521-021 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ●...number: 138135-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 90/14 needle No. We have designed these accessories to carry out most sewing tasks. Part Name 5 Bobbin 6 Needle set 7 Oval screwdriver OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1. 2. Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Zipper foot "I" 3 Button sewing foot "M" 4 ...
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... damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and d slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that...for this pin. Then stop the machine. a Spring on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use bobbins from the inside of thread on this sewing machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB...
... damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and d slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that...for this pin. Then stop the machine. a Spring on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use bobbins from the inside of thread on this sewing machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB...
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.... CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly 11 If you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you turn the power off the foot controller. this sewing machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the...mm (7/16 inches) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. g Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to start. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the ...
.... CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly 11 If you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you turn the power off the foot controller. this sewing machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the...mm (7/16 inches) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. g Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to start. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the ...
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...9679; Make sure you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to sew. 12 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 out from the shuttle when the machine starts to be used... with this machine. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin case is incorrectly installed, it is properly placed back into the notch at...
...9679; Make sure you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to sew. 12 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 out from the shuttle when the machine starts to be used... with this machine. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of thread d from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin case is incorrectly installed, it is properly placed back into the notch at...
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... on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads.
... on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads.
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... the upper thread was incorrectly inserted, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 11) and reinsert the bobbin. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the ...fabric with a small oval screwdriver. Solution Increase the tension by turning the screw clockwise with thin thread. 1 Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be sure to return the screw to its original position before you do a test sample on...
... the upper thread was incorrectly inserted, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 11) and reinsert the bobbin. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the ...fabric with a small oval screwdriver. Solution Increase the tension by turning the screw clockwise with thin thread. 1 Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be sure to return the screw to its original position before you do a test sample on...
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... plate as c shown below. Start sewing. Turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine, g and then cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at a low speed, press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to the following table. Pull the fabric to the left side of the... a button to be attached, and then select the appropriate zigzag stitch (2, 3 or 4) according to sew a few reinforcement stitches. Buttons with 2 or with the bobbin thread. If the needle hits the button, return to check that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the needle may bend or break...
... plate as c shown below. Start sewing. Turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine, g and then cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at a low speed, press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to the following table. Pull the fabric to the left side of the... a button to be attached, and then select the appropriate zigzag stitch (2, 3 or 4) according to sew a few reinforcement stitches. Buttons with 2 or with the bobbin thread. If the needle hits the button, return to check that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the needle may bend or break...
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... front of blouses or cuffs made of c stitches. • Do not sew reverse stitches or cut the thread. They are called "shell tucks". Pull the bobbin threads to "Thread tension" (page 24).
... front of blouses or cuffs made of c stitches. • Do not sew reverse stitches or cut the thread. They are called "shell tucks". Pull the bobbin threads to "Thread tension" (page 24).
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...the front of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it . After cleaning it once with a dry cloth. a Bobbin case latch Slide the latch levers out from the shuttle race. 4 Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the free arm. a Raise the ... b Latch lever 40 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning it, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. 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...
...the front of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it . After cleaning it once with a dry cloth. a Bobbin case latch Slide the latch levers out from the shuttle race. 4 Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the free arm. a Raise the ... b Latch lever 40 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning it, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. 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...
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... to h wipe the shuttle race in step h. Use a brush to remove any lint. APPENDIX Remove the hook by using a coin or oval f screwdriver. Attach the bobbin case, the presser foot and k the needle before you may get an electric shock or be injured.
... to h wipe the shuttle race in step h. Use a brush to remove any lint. APPENDIX Remove the hook by using a coin or oval f screwdriver. Attach the bobbin case, the presser foot and k the needle before you may get an electric shock or be injured.
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...2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on 5 surface of the fabric after you adjust the bobbin thread, adjust the upper thread to the procedure described below. In this case, turn the screw clockwise, being careful not to over -tighten the screw..., approximately 30-45 degrees to match the bobbin thread. control dial to decrease bobbin tension. Bobbin case tension adjustment The bobbin thread tension has already been adjusted at the factory for general use. Therefore, the thread tension...
...2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on 5 surface of the fabric after you adjust the bobbin thread, adjust the upper thread to the procedure described below. In this case, turn the screw clockwise, being careful not to over -tighten the screw..., approximately 30-45 degrees to match the bobbin thread. control dial to decrease bobbin tension. Bobbin case tension adjustment The bobbin thread tension has already been adjusted at the factory for general use. Therefore, the thread tension...
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... page 17 page 16 page 15 page 30, 31, 33, 34, 35 page 24 - - - - Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. The bobbin winder shaft is scratched. left. Use the foot controller properly. You have not fitted the spool properly, or the thread has come out of... If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. for example, you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The main power switch is too tight. appropriate for this machine. The upper...
... page 17 page 16 page 15 page 30, 31, 33, 34, 35 page 24 - - - - Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. The bobbin winder shaft is scratched. left. Use the foot controller properly. You have not fitted the spool properly, or the thread has come out of... If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. for example, you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The main power switch is too tight. appropriate for this machine. The upper...
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...is tangled on it right Reference The needle is set incorrectly. page 10 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 11 The thread is scratched, or has a burr on the wrong side of fabric,... the needle properly. page 16 The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched or does not turn smoothly. page 10 The bobbin is scratched. page 40 You have not used the right combination of the fabric. Correct the upper threading. page 24 You have not used...
...is tangled on it right Reference The needle is set incorrectly. page 10 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 11 The thread is scratched, or has a burr on the wrong side of fabric,... the needle properly. page 16 The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched or does not turn smoothly. page 10 The bobbin is scratched. page 40 You have not used the right combination of the fabric. Correct the upper threading. page 24 You have not used...
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... type of the upper thread. Remove the tangle thread. The needle is tangled, for the type of fabric. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. The sewing lamp is too thick. Replace the needle. Insert the needle properly. Change the ...sewing light bulb. If you are appropriate for example, in the shuttle race. The bobbin case is incorrect. Insufficient oiling. Choose a thread and needle that are sewing thin fabric, the stitch is damaged. The thread tension is scratched...
... type of the upper thread. Remove the tangle thread. The needle is tangled, for the type of fabric. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. The sewing lamp is too thick. Replace the needle. Insert the needle properly. Change the ...sewing light bulb. If you are appropriate for example, in the shuttle race. The bobbin case is incorrect. Insufficient oiling. Choose a thread and needle that are sewing thin fabric, the stitch is damaged. The thread tension is scratched...
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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