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..., otherwise you notice anything unusual, such as a stove or iron; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to the needle. DANGER - Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using , when...attention to use extension cords. otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being administered. • Do not use bent or damaged needles. 1 To reduce the risk of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned ...
..., otherwise you notice anything unusual, such as a stove or iron; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to the needle. DANGER - Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using , when...attention to use extension cords. otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being administered. • Do not use bent or damaged needles. 1 To reduce the risk of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned ...
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... the bag due to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to BS 1362, i.e. If the problem persists, please consult your authorized... the event of suffocation. • Do not use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine only for household use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as contained in should contact your local authorized Brother dealer.
... the bag due to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to BS 1362, i.e. If the problem persists, please consult your authorized... the event of suffocation. • Do not use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine only for household use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as contained in should contact your local authorized Brother dealer.
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... direction 19 Sewing thick fabrics 19 Sewing thin fabrics 20 Sewing stretch fabrics 20 Stitching cylindrical pieces 20 Sewing with a twin needle (Option 20 Thread tension 22 3. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 4 ACCESSORIES 4 Optional accessories 4 THE MAIN PARTS 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 ...
... direction 19 Sewing thick fabrics 19 Sewing thin fabrics 20 Sewing stretch fabrics 20 Stitching cylindrical pieces 20 Sewing with a twin needle (Option 20 Thread tension 22 3. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 4 ACCESSORIES 4 Optional accessories 4 THE MAIN PARTS 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 ...
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...available as optional accessories to help you purchased, the following accessory may be purchased separately. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle (2.0/75 needle) 3 Walking Foot 4 Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others XE2241-001 X57521-021 SA107 SA129 F034N: XC2165-002 F005N: XC1948-002 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 2-piece set: XE7064...
...available as optional accessories to help you purchased, the following accessory may be purchased separately. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle (2.0/75 needle) 3 Walking Foot 4 Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others XE2241-001 X57521-021 SA107 SA129 F034N: XC2165-002 F005N: XC1948-002 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 2-piece set: XE7064...
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... to the left to raise and lower the presser foot. D Foot controller jack / socket (Page 6) Plug in either direction to manually raise and lower the needle. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Flat bed attachment The accessories can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the...
... to the left to raise and lower the presser foot. D Foot controller jack / socket (Page 6) Plug in either direction to manually raise and lower the needle. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Flat bed attachment The accessories can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the...
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...a flat surface. When you take your foot off (toward you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will stop. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of cloth and dust to build up . Otherwise, injuries may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew... with product code 885-X11. Turn off the machine. 1 Raise the needle by turning the 2 handwheel toward the 'O' mark) Foot controller When you (counterclockwise) so that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine ...
...a flat surface. When you take your foot off (toward you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will stop. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of cloth and dust to build up . Otherwise, injuries may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew... with product code 885-X11. Turn off the machine. 1 Raise the needle by turning the 2 handwheel toward the 'O' mark) Foot controller When you (counterclockwise) so that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine ...
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... pattern you have chosen. Press the black button at the back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may be injured. ● Always ... foot holder to release the presser foot. 1 1 Use an oval screwdriver 2 Needle stopper 3 Needle Install the twin needle in the same way. 1 2 3 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser foot Put a different presser foot on the needle 4 plate so that have to change the presser foot. Turn off the machine ...
... pattern you have chosen. Press the black button at the back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may be injured. ● Always ... foot holder to release the presser foot. 1 1 Use an oval screwdriver 2 Needle stopper 3 Needle Install the twin needle in the same way. 1 2 3 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser foot Put a different presser foot on the needle 4 plate so that have to change the presser foot. Turn off the machine ...
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...up. Pattern selection dial Patterns and stitch names CAUTION ● When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. 2 1 1 Pattern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Pattern Stitch Name 1 4-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE 2 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 3 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) Preset Length (mm (inch)) Preset Width (mm (inch)) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.6 (1/16) - 1.8 (1/16) - Reference Page...
...up. Pattern selection dial Patterns and stitch names CAUTION ● When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. 2 1 1 Pattern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Pattern Stitch Name 1 4-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE 2 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 3 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) Preset Length (mm (inch)) Preset Width (mm (inch)) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.6 (1/16) - 1.8 (1/16) - Reference Page...
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...Reference Page Pattern Preset Length (mm (inch)) Reference Stitch Name Preset Width (mm (inch)) Page 1 4 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 5 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 2 (1/16) - 23, 31 2.5 (3/32) - 23, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 37 4 ... ACTION STITCH 17 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 24, 37 26 26 26 7 STRAIGHT STITCH (Left Needle Position) 2.5 (3/32) - 23, 31, 33, 34 BRIDGING STITCH 5 (3/16) Reverse sewing lever 8 ZIGZAG STITCH 9 ZIGZAG STITCH 0.7 (1/32) 1.5 (1/16) 1.5 (1/16) ...
...Reference Page Pattern Preset Length (mm (inch)) Reference Stitch Name Preset Width (mm (inch)) Page 1 4 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 5 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 2 (1/16) - 23, 31 2.5 (3/32) - 23, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 37 4 ... ACTION STITCH 17 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 24, 37 26 26 26 7 STRAIGHT STITCH (Left Needle Position) 2.5 (3/32) - 23, 31, 33, 34 BRIDGING STITCH 5 (3/16) Reverse sewing lever 8 ZIGZAG STITCH 9 ZIGZAG STITCH 0.7 (1/32) 1.5 (1/16) 1.5 (1/16) ...
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... press the foot controller to the right. 12 If you slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the left and remove the bobbin. Turn on the bobbin. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft... 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3 - 4 inches) CAUTION ● Pull the thread taut and hold the end of the thread straight up. this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it may occur...
... press the foot controller to the right. 12 If you slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the left and remove the bobbin. Turn on the bobbin. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft... 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3 - 4 inches) CAUTION ● Pull the thread taut and hold the end of the thread straight up. this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it may occur...
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...foot lever. Remove the bobbin cover by turning the 2 handwheel toward you. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may break the needle. 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 turn off the machine while threading. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be incorrect or break the needle. Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the right direction. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before threading the lower thread. ...
...foot lever. Remove the bobbin cover by turning the 2 handwheel toward you. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may break the needle. 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 turn off the machine while threading. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be incorrect or break the needle. Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the right direction. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before threading the lower thread. ...
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... the machine. 1 Raise the presser foot lever. 2 1 1 Presser foot lever 14 Replace the bobbin cover. Refer to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may... become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of the machine (as shown in the correct combination. Put the 6 projection...
... the machine. 1 Raise the presser foot lever. 2 1 1 Presser foot lever 14 Replace the bobbin cover. Refer to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may... become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of the machine (as shown in the correct combination. Put the 6 projection...
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... turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. 15 Make sure you raise the needle by turning the 3 handwheel toward you guide the thread through 7 the thread take -up lever from the spool 5 with your right hand, pass the thread ... following illustration. 1 CAUTION ● If the spool of 4 thread on the spool pin and cause the needle to left as shown in the 6 following illustration. 1 1 Mark on the wheel Pull up . • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Feed the upper thread as shown...
... turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. 15 Make sure you raise the needle by turning the 3 handwheel toward you guide the thread through 7 the thread take -up lever from the spool 5 with your right hand, pass the thread ... following illustration. 1 CAUTION ● If the spool of 4 thread on the spool pin and cause the needle to left as shown in the 6 following illustration. 1 1 Mark on the wheel Pull up . • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Feed the upper thread as shown...
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...the presser foot. Note ● Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 16 Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread 1 thread in your right hand. 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand to lower... and then raise the needle. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Pull on the upper thread to draw up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the...
...the presser foot. Note ● Make sure you may cause sewing problems. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 16 Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread 1 thread in your right hand. 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand to lower... and then raise the needle. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Pull on the upper thread to draw up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the...
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... combination, such as a substitute. ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a 90/14 to skip stitches. 17 and the higher the needle number, the thicker the needle. ■ Ball point needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND... 50 30 50-60 Size of the fabric or thread. It may bend or break the needle. The wrong combination may be uneven, the fabric to pucker, or the machine to 100/16 needle, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14 65/9-75/11 100/16 90/14-100/16 Ball point...
... combination, such as a substitute. ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a 90/14 to skip stitches. 17 and the higher the needle number, the thicker the needle. ■ Ball point needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND... 50 30 50-60 Size of the fabric or thread. It may bend or break the needle. The wrong combination may be uneven, the fabric to pucker, or the machine to 100/16 needle, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14 65/9-75/11 100/16 90/14-100/16 Ball point...
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... foot, otherwise the presser foot may be damaged. 2 SEWING BASICS Please read before sewing CAUTION ● To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you turn the handwheel by turning the 2 handwheel toward the rear of thread toward you (counterclockwise) so that the... and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the machine. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 18 Turn the pattern selection dial to tangle and damage the needle or fabric, and you may be injured. ● When you are using the machine. Starting sewing Raise the presser foot lever. 5 Turn on the machine...
... foot, otherwise the presser foot may be damaged. 2 SEWING BASICS Please read before sewing CAUTION ● To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you turn the handwheel by turning the 2 handwheel toward the rear of thread toward you (counterclockwise) so that the... and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the machine. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) 18 Turn the pattern selection dial to tangle and damage the needle or fabric, and you may be injured. ● When you are using the machine. Starting sewing Raise the presser foot lever. 5 Turn on the machine...
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... of fabric and thread that are the same as a pivot, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your right hand to lower the needle to change the sewing direction, and then raise the presser foot lever. Take your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width... foot lever. Lower the presser foot lever. 8 Changing the sewing direction Stop the machine with too much force, the needle may bend or break. 1 Thread cutter 19 Raise the needle by pressing the reverse sewing lever. Refer to its highest position. CAUTION ● If fabric more than 6 mm (...
... of fabric and thread that are the same as a pivot, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your right hand to lower the needle to change the sewing direction, and then raise the presser foot lever. Take your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width... foot lever. Lower the presser foot lever. 8 Changing the sewing direction Stop the machine with too much force, the needle may bend or break. 1 Thread cutter 19 Raise the needle by pressing the reverse sewing lever. Refer to its highest position. CAUTION ● If fabric more than 6 mm (...
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... you can use the same color or two different colors of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. Slide the part that the needle does not strike the presser foot. ● Do not sew with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in the same way as... cuffs and pant legs, or hardto-reach areas. If this needle and two top threads. Sewing thin fabrics Note When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. The...
... you can use the same color or two different colors of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. Slide the part that the needle does not strike the presser foot. ● Do not sew with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in the same way as... cuffs and pant legs, or hardto-reach areas. If this needle and two top threads. Sewing thin fabrics Note When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. The...
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...Changing the presser foot" 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 each needle separately. Turn on the machine. 4 Select a stitch. 5 CAUTION ● After selecting a ...spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool 1 ■ Twin needle threading You should only be damaged. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft. SEWING BASICS ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra...
...Changing the presser foot" 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 each needle separately. Turn on the machine. 4 Select a stitch. 5 CAUTION ● After selecting a ...spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool 1 ■ Twin needle threading You should only be damaged. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft. SEWING BASICS ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra...
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... and rethread the upper thread. 25 1 3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on back of the fabric. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Thread tension The tension of the thread will appear on the surface of a fabric before you do... much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. Memo ● We recommend that you start to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. In this case, refer to "Starting sewing" on page 18. Note...
... and rethread the upper thread. 25 1 3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on back of the fabric. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Thread tension The tension of the thread will appear on the surface of a fabric before you do... much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. Memo ● We recommend that you start to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. In this case, refer to "Starting sewing" on page 18. Note...