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... 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 thread 16 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 17 2.
... 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 thread 16 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 17 2.
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... with your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Depending on the model you easily perform most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. No. Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001...
... with your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Depending on the model you easily perform most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. No. Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001...
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...(Page 22) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 4 Thread guide (Page 11, 14) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 5 Thread take-up lever (Page 15) 6 Thread cutter (Page 19) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...nearest authorized service center. E Presser foot lever (Page 14) Used to the power supply. 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.
...(Page 22) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 4 Thread guide (Page 11, 14) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 5 Thread take-up lever (Page 15) 6 Thread cutter (Page 19) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...nearest authorized service center. E Presser foot lever (Page 14) Used to the power supply. 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.
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... controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle 1 2 1 Slower 2 Faster You should make sure that the mark on the wheel points up on the machine rating plate...
... controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle 1 2 1 Slower 2 Faster You should make sure that the mark on the wheel points up on the machine rating plate...
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... thread in completely. 11 1 1 Pre-tension disk CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is in completely. 2 3 1 Pre-tension disk 2 Bobbin winder shaft Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If you use the... bobbin that comes with this machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of 1 thread on this pin. 3 Bobbin While holding the thread from other bobbins may tangle on the thread guide...
... thread in completely. 11 1 1 Pre-tension disk CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is in completely. 2 3 1 Pre-tension disk 2 Bobbin winder shaft Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If you use the... bobbin that comes with this machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of 1 thread on this pin. 3 Bobbin While holding the thread from other bobbins may tangle on the thread guide...
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... sure you follow the instructions carefully. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin. this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the... the machine. 5 While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently press the foot controller to wind the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. 12 If you slide the bobbin winder shaft to break. Pass the end of the thread through the Trim the excess thread above the...
... sure you follow the instructions carefully. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin. this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the... the machine. 5 While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently press the foot controller to wind the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. 12 If you slide the bobbin winder shaft to break. Pass the end of the thread through the Trim the excess thread above the...
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..., it and 3 lift toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Remove the bobbin cover by sliding it may cause the thread tension to be injured. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before threading the lower thread. • See page 11 for the details about...; If the thread is 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 incorrect thread tension. 1 1 1 Tension-...
..., it and 3 lift toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Remove the bobbin cover by sliding it may cause the thread tension to be injured. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before threading the lower thread. • See page 11 for the details about...; If the thread is 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 incorrect thread tension. 1 1 1 Tension-...
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... weight of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the illustration). • Draw up lever 5 Mark on page 17. Replace the bobbin cover.
... weight of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the illustration). • Draw up lever 5 Mark on page 17. Replace the bobbin cover.
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... left needle using the twin needle, be sure to "Changing the presser foot" on page 8. Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool 1 ■ Twin needle threading You should only be damaged. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle...
... left needle using the twin needle, be sure to "Changing the presser foot" on page 8. Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool 1 ■ Twin needle threading You should only be damaged. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle...
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... the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. You may be damaged. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 CAUTION 2 ● When changing the sewing direction, be too loose. Note ● If the...
... the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. You may be damaged. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 CAUTION 2 ● When changing the sewing direction, be too loose. Note ● If the...
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Place the darning plate on the machine. 5 29 Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn on the needle 4 ... stitching. If it with the desired width. The needle may break and you may be injured. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the fabric, and then tie it hits, see step 1. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the wrong side...
Place the darning plate on the machine. 5 29 Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn on the needle 4 ... stitching. If it with the desired width. The needle may break and you may be injured. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the fabric, and then tie it hits, see step 1. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the wrong side...
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... and the presser foot. 2 Loosen the presser foot screw and the 3 needle clamp screw to remove the presser foot holder and the needle. Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it must not be oiled by condensation. If problems occur, such as shown in any of oil applied to ensure correct...
... and the presser foot. 2 Loosen the presser foot screw and the 3 needle clamp screw to remove the presser foot holder and the needle. Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it must not be oiled by condensation. If problems occur, such as shown in any of oil applied to ensure correct...
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...sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 39 Insert the bobbin case so that the ▲ mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 ...9679; marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that is scratched; APPENDIX Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum 6 cleaner to the bobbin case. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you install the needle plate securely...
...sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 39 Insert the bobbin case so that the ▲ mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 ...9679; marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that is scratched; APPENDIX Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum 6 cleaner to the bobbin case. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you install the needle plate securely...
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... machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. Use the oval screwdriver to the machine does right. Replace the bobbin case. Remove any knots or tangles. - You can solve most problems by yourself. left. 12 not work. Use the foot controller ...thread tension is incorrectly installed. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com ". There are pulling the fabric too much. Contact your retailer or the nearest - Loosen the upper thread tension. 22 40
... machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. Use the oval screwdriver to the machine does right. Replace the bobbin case. Remove any knots or tangles. - You can solve most problems by yourself. left. 12 not work. Use the foot controller ...thread tension is incorrectly installed. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com ". There are pulling the fabric too much. Contact your retailer or the nearest - Loosen the upper thread tension. 22 40
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... for the type of stitch that you want to put it . Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. APPENDIX Symptom ▲ The upper thread breaks. ... needle is wrinkled. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Correct the upper threading. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Page 7 7 - - 11 11 - 38 11 13 14 11 17 - 22 11 13 11-16 15, 20 17 7 20 30 ...
... for the type of stitch that you want to put it . Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. APPENDIX Symptom ▲ The upper thread breaks. ... needle is wrinkled. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Correct the upper threading. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Page 7 7 - - 11 11 - 38 11 13 14 11 17 - 22 11 13 11-16 15, 20 17 7 20 30 ...
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... is not correct for the type of stitch. You have not used the right combination of stitch that you are using is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The presser foot you want to sew. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the.... Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of the upper thread. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for example, in the bobbin case. Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race. The fabric does not feed. The thread is not sewn correctly. Symptom Stitches...
... is not correct for the type of stitch. You have not used the right combination of stitch that you are using is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The presser foot you want to sew. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the.... Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of the upper thread. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for example, in the bobbin case. Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race. The fabric does not feed. The thread is not sewn correctly. Symptom Stitches...
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INDEX Numerics 1/4-inch quilting foot 35 4-Step Automatic Buttonhole 27 A , Accessories 4 optional 4 33 Appliqués 32 B Blind hem stitching 24 Blind stitch foot 37 Bobbin winding 11 Button sewing 29 Buttonhole adjusting 28 making 27 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 28 C Cleaning 38 Connecting plugs 6 D , , Darning 31 Darning plate 29 31 ...
INDEX Numerics 1/4-inch quilting foot 35 4-Step Automatic Buttonhole 27 A , Accessories 4 optional 4 33 Appliqués 32 B Blind hem stitching 24 Blind stitch foot 37 Bobbin winding 11 Button sewing 29 Buttonhole adjusting 28 making 27 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 28 C Cleaning 38 Connecting plugs 6 D , , Darning 31 Darning plate 29 31 ...