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... 5 Flat bed attachment 5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting plugs 6 Main power and sewing light switch 7 Foot controller 7 Checking the needle 7 Replacing the needle 7 Changing the presser foot 8 THE CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns and stitch names 9 Reverse sewing lever 10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin 11 Lower threading 13 Upper threading 14 Drawing up the lower...
... 5 Flat bed attachment 5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting plugs 6 Main power and sewing light switch 7 Foot controller 7 Checking the needle 7 Replacing the needle 7 Changing the presser foot 8 THE CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns and stitch names 9 Reverse sewing lever 10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin 11 Lower threading 13 Upper threading 14 Drawing up the lower...
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... the power supply. A Handwheel Used to 1 open it. 1 2 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment 5 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 43 2 1 5 A 6 0 7 9 8 1 Bobbin winder (Page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for 220/240V area The foot controller part code differs depending on and off. Slide the flat bed attachment to the...
... the power supply. A Handwheel Used to 1 open it. 1 2 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment 5 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 43 2 1 5 A 6 0 7 9 8 1 Bobbin winder (Page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for 220/240V area The foot controller part code differs depending on and off. Slide the flat bed attachment to the...
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... in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause damage to the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. Then, pass the thread around the pre-tension disk and pull the thread in the groove on the spool pin. If you...
... in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause damage to the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. Then, pass the thread around the pre-tension disk and pull the thread in the groove on the spool pin. If you...
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...angle, injuries may tangle around the bobbin. Press the foot controller to break. Then stop the machine. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder 0 shaft to the right. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound around the bobbin and cause the needle to start. 8... 1 Spring on the bobbin from the inside of the 7 • Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the machine. 5 While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently ...
...angle, injuries may tangle around the bobbin. Press the foot controller to break. Then stop the machine. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder 0 shaft to the right. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound around the bobbin and cause the needle to start. 8... 1 Spring on the bobbin from the inside of the 7 • Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the machine. 5 While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently ...
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... not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to sew, you . CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise...
... not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to sew, you . CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise...
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... of needles and threads, refer to "Drawing up the lower thread" on page 17. Refer to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on page 16 after threading the upper thread. 1 Groove 2 Projection Upper threading 2 2 3 4 1 5 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide (back) 3 Thread guide (front) 4 Thread take-up the lower thread before starting 1 sewing. For details on the correct combination of the machine (as shown in...
... of needles and threads, refer to "Drawing up the lower thread" on page 17. Refer to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on page 16 after threading the upper thread. 1 Groove 2 Projection Upper threading 2 2 3 4 1 5 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide (back) 3 Thread guide (front) 4 Thread take-up the lower thread before starting 1 sewing. For details on the correct combination of the machine (as shown in...
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... up. • If the needle is lowered, the upper thread can not be wrapped around the thread take -up lever is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Make sure you guide the thread through 7 the thread take-up lever from the spool 5 with your right hand,... pass the thread toward you, in the groove catches the thread. 1 1 Spring 1 1 Thread take-up lever...
... up. • If the needle is lowered, the upper thread can not be wrapped around the thread take -up lever is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Make sure you guide the thread through 7 the thread take-up lever from the spool 5 with your right hand,... pass the thread toward you, in the groove catches the thread. 1 1 Spring 1 1 Thread take-up lever...
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... the While lightly holding the end of the upper thread with your right hand. 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the back of both 3 threads and put them toward you may cause sewing problems. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 16 Note ● Make sure you raise the ... thread behind the needle bar thread guide by hand to lower and then raise the needle. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Pull on the upper thread to back 9 leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inches). 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 1 2 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of the machine under...
... the While lightly holding the end of the upper thread with your right hand. 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the back of both 3 threads and put them toward you may cause sewing problems. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 16 Note ● Make sure you raise the ... thread behind the needle bar thread guide by hand to lower and then raise the needle. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Pull on the upper thread to back 9 leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inches). 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 1 2 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of the machine under...
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.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Size 60-90...
.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Size 60-90...
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...turning the 2 handwheel toward the rear of the machine. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 18 Turning it toward you may be injured. ● Do not start sewing without placing the fabric under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward you may be injured. ● Take care... that the mark on the machine. 1 1 Raise the needle by hand, always turn it the other objects during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured. ...
...turning the 2 handwheel toward the rear of the machine. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 18 Turning it toward you may be injured. ● Do not start sewing without placing the fabric under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward you may be injured. ● Take care... that the mark on the machine. 1 1 Raise the needle by hand, always turn it the other objects during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured. ...
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... or if the fabric is pushed with your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width. Take your foot off the foot controller. 0 X The machine stops sewing. • You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams by turning the a handwheel toward you.... Raise the needle by pressing the reverse sewing lever. Use a piece of the stitching. b Pull the fabric to its highest position. Trial sewing A trial piece of the c machine, and then pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. . 1 Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does...
... or if the fabric is pushed with your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width. Take your foot off the foot controller. 0 X The machine stops sewing. • You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams by turning the a handwheel toward you.... Raise the needle by pressing the reverse sewing lever. Use a piece of the stitching. b Pull the fabric to its highest position. Trial sewing A trial piece of the c machine, and then pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. . 1 Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does...
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...fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. When you have designed your machine so you wish to sew cylindrical pieces such as a single needle (see page 7-8). You can sew with this machine (part code: X57521-021:2.0/75 with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed... sew with a twin needle (Option) We have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper. fabric and sew it easier to sew onto 2 the arm, and then sew from the top. 2 1 1 Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of thread for this needle and two top threads. Sewing with...
...fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. When you have designed your machine so you wish to sew cylindrical pieces such as a single needle (see page 7-8). You can sew with this machine (part code: X57521-021:2.0/75 with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed... sew with a twin needle (Option) We have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper. fabric and sew it easier to sew onto 2 the arm, and then sew from the top. 2 1 1 Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of thread for this needle and two top threads. Sewing with...
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SEWING BASICS ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the right needle. 3 2 1 Attach zigzag foot "J". 3 For details on changing the presser foot, refer to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may bend or break. ● The twin needle should thread... Stitch (Center Needle Position) and the Zigzag Stitch (1.5 mm (1/16 inch) width). CAUTION ● When using the thread from the spool on the machine. 4 Select a stitch. 5 CAUTION ● After selecting a stitch, slowly turn the handwheel toward you pass it through ...
SEWING BASICS ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the right needle. 3 2 1 Attach zigzag foot "J". 3 For details on changing the presser foot, refer to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may bend or break. ● The twin needle should thread... Stitch (Center Needle Position) and the Zigzag Stitch (1.5 mm (1/16 inch) width). CAUTION ● When using the thread from the spool on the machine. 4 Select a stitch. 5 CAUTION ● After selecting a stitch, slowly turn the handwheel toward you pass it through ...
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... the upper tension control dial to a higher number. 22 Thread tension The tension of the thread will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be too loose. Memo ● We recommend that ...3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be sure to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 CAUTION 2 ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. You may be too tight. X Two...
... the upper tension control dial to a higher number. 22 Thread tension The tension of the thread will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be too loose. Memo ● We recommend that ...3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be sure to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 CAUTION 2 ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. You may be too tight. X Two...
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... be injured. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and... then tie it hits, see step 1. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS Sewing buttons Stitch Name Pattern Zigzag 8 ...
... be injured. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and... then tie it hits, see step 1. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS Sewing buttons Stitch Name Pattern Zigzag 8 ...
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Sew a single row (or many rows) of 2 straight stitches. Turn on the underside of the material. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Gathering Darning Stitch Name Pattern Straight Stitch 5 (Center Needle Position) Straight Stitch 7 (Left Needle Position) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] 2.5 (3/32) 2.5 (3/32) Loosen the tension of the upper thread so 1 that the lower thread... lies on the machine. 4 31 Either remove both the presser foot and 2 presser foot holder assembly and then...
Sew a single row (or many rows) of 2 straight stitches. Turn on the underside of the material. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Gathering Darning Stitch Name Pattern Straight Stitch 5 (Center Needle Position) Straight Stitch 7 (Left Needle Position) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] 2.5 (3/32) 2.5 (3/32) Loosen the tension of the upper thread so 1 that the lower thread... lies on the machine. 4 31 Either remove both the presser foot and 2 presser foot holder assembly and then...
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...; mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 1 2 2 • Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that is scratched; otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make...
...; mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 1 2 2 • Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that is scratched; otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make...
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...brother.com ". cannot be Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below the needle plate. The needle is too tight. Use the oval screwdriver to - Replace the needle. 7 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. The needle want to firmly tighten the screw. 8 The needle is not appropriate for this machine. sew.... breaks. Loosen the upper thread tension. 22 You are knots or ...
...brother.com ". cannot be Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below the needle plate. The needle is too tight. Use the oval screwdriver to - Replace the needle. 7 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. The needle want to firmly tighten the screw. 8 The needle is not appropriate for this machine. sew.... breaks. Loosen the upper thread tension. 22 You are knots or ...
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...a burr on it right Replace the needle. The bobbin case is incorrectly installed. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. If thin fabrics are appropriate for this machine. Use a bobbin that has been designed for the type of fabric. Use a bobbin that are ...machine. The fabric is scratched. The area around the hole in the needle plate or the presser foot is wrinkled. You have not fitted the spool properly. Bobbin is correct for the fabric you want to sew. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Adjust the tension of the upper thread...
...a burr on it right Replace the needle. The bobbin case is incorrectly installed. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. If thin fabrics are appropriate for this machine. Use a bobbin that has been designed for the type of fabric. Use a bobbin that are ...machine. The fabric is scratched. The area around the hole in the needle plate or the presser foot is wrinkled. You have not fitted the spool properly. Bobbin is correct for the fabric you want to sew. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Adjust the tension of the upper thread...