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...Plug the knee lifter into the knee lifter mounting slot. 0 Operation buttons Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to place the...the bobbin thread. 5 Upper cover Open the upper cover to adjust the tension of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to thread the needle. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader...
...Plug the knee lifter into the knee lifter mounting slot. 0 Operation buttons Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to place the...the bobbin thread. 5 Upper cover Open the upper cover to adjust the tension of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to thread the needle. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader...
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... of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric. 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert... guides for the selected stitching. 8 Presser foot holder The presser foot is being used. 5 Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. 6 Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the fabric as the...
... of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric. 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert... guides for the selected stitching. 8 Presser foot holder The presser foot is being used. 5 Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. 6 Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the fabric as the...
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... thicker than #30, nylon thread or other . The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of the machine. Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to start or stop sewing. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start...
... thicker than #30, nylon thread or other . The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of the machine. Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to start or stop sewing. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start...
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... as for incorrect operations appear in the indicated direction when selecting an item displayed on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches. Cover E INDEX CONTENTS Operation panel The operation panel, located on the screen.... For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page 12). 2 Sewing machine help key Press this key to display operation information. Use keys 2 through 9, described below, to "Selecting stitching" (page 68). Simple descriptions...
... as for incorrect operations appear in the indicated direction when selecting an item displayed on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches. Cover E INDEX CONTENTS Operation panel The operation panel, located on the screen.... For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page 12). 2 Sewing machine help key Press this key to display operation information. Use keys 2 through 9, described below, to "Selecting stitching" (page 68). Simple descriptions...
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... the needle can be threaded with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the thread at the front of the various functions. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at... 6), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the sewing machine, the upper thread can easily be threaded. In addition, after you for purchasing this sewing machine. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store...
... the needle can be threaded with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the thread at the front of the various functions. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at... 6), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the sewing machine, the upper thread can easily be threaded. In addition, after you for purchasing this sewing machine. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store...
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... ...Cover D Operation panel ...Cover E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Checking machine operating procedures ...13 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Changing the settings ...14 Changing the...
... ...Cover D Operation panel ...Cover E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Checking machine operating procedures ...13 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Changing the settings ...14 Changing the...
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...fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it must be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from the accumulation of electric ...shock: 1. If the Light unit is not intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ...
...fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it must be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from the accumulation of electric ...shock: 1. If the Light unit is not intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ...
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..., first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: •...
..., first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: •...
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... damage to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. Do not subject the cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Always grasp the plug...
... damage to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. Do not subject the cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Always grasp the plug...
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... the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off, all stitch settings are finished using the sewing machine, turn it off when the machine is turned on. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned 1 off . Unplug the power supply cord from the 4 power supply jack. If the plug...
... the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off, all stitch settings are finished using the sewing machine, turn it off when the machine is turned on. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned 1 off . Unplug the power supply cord from the 4 power supply jack. If the plug...
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... Screens The LCD screen, located on the error messages that appear when an operation is performed incorrectly, refer to "Error messages" (page 141). When the sewing machine is turned on, the LCD comes on and the following screen appears. 1 3 2 4 5 1 Presser foot that should be used 2 Single or twin needle 3 ...Selected stitch 4 Stitch length (mm) 5 Stitch width (mm) Memo ● For details on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations are performed incorrectly. APPENDIX INDEX 12
... Screens The LCD screen, located on the error messages that appear when an operation is performed incorrectly, refer to "Error messages" (page 141). When the sewing machine is turned on, the LCD comes on and the following screen appears. 1 3 2 4 5 1 Presser foot that should be used 2 Single or twin needle 3 ...Selected stitch 4 Stitch length (mm) 5 Stitch width (mm) Memo ● For details on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations are performed incorrectly. APPENDIX INDEX 12
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...refer to the previous screen, press . Example: Upper threading APPENDIX INDEX Understanding the LCD Screens 13 X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). Turn on . To display the next screen, press .... To 5 return to the corresponding page in the LCD. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on replacing the presser foot, threading the upper thread, winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin ...
...refer to the previous screen, press . Example: Upper threading APPENDIX INDEX Understanding the LCD Screens 13 X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). Turn on . To display the next screen, press .... To 5 return to the corresponding page in the LCD. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on replacing the presser foot, threading the upper thread, winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin ...
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... settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. X The setting is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Press , , and (arrow keys) until 5 the desired setting is described below...
... settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. X The setting is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Press , , and (arrow keys) until 5 the desired setting is described below...
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...16 Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of satin stitches. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ■ List of stitch or machine attribute The stitch or machine attribute that can be changed. page 119 Pattern length Adjusts the length of the pattern....Specifies whether or not a beep is stopped. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. page 28 Stitch width control Allows the stitch width to be checked. page 58 Check pattern Allows ...
...16 Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of satin stitches. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ■ List of stitch or machine attribute The stitch or machine attribute that can be changed. page 119 Pattern length Adjusts the length of the pattern....Specifies whether or not a beep is stopped. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. page 28 Stitch width control Allows the stitch width to be checked. page 58 Check pattern Allows ...
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...of the LCD can be adjusted. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop with the needle in the fabric when sewing is changed. Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press to select . 3 To return to leave the needle ... UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to stop position appears. However, the machine can be set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. X The machine is now set to , press . Press (OK key). 4 ...
...of the LCD can be adjusted. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop with the needle in the fabric when sewing is changed. Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press to select . 3 To return to leave the needle ... UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to stop position appears. However, the machine can be set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. X The machine is now set to , press . Press (OK key). 4 ...
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... stitch screen appears again. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the language of the screens is selected. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Changing the screen language The language used in English. Press (settings key) in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and...
... stitch screen appears again. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the language of the screens is selected. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Changing the screen language The language used in English. Press (settings key) in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and...
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... operate correctly. Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread. 1 APPENDIX 1 Bobbin winder Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to the...
... operate correctly. Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread. 1 APPENDIX 1 Bobbin winder Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to the...
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...right end of thread for the bobbin onto 6 the spool pin. The medium-sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 APPENDIX Remove the spool cap that is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. Slide the... spool onto the pin so that the thread unrolls correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool pin. 1 Notch 2 Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right....
...right end of thread for the bobbin onto 6 the spool pin. The medium-sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 APPENDIX Remove the spool cap that is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. Slide the... spool onto the pin so that the thread unrolls correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool pin. 1 Notch 2 Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right....
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... end of the thread f wound around the bobbin. this is full. Slide the bobbin winder shaft to its i original position. X The sewing machine stops. h 1 1 Sewing speed controller Press d (start /stop button X The bobbin starts spinning and the thread is wound around the bobbin, the... cut the thread as described on the previous page. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is not a malfunction. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the...
... end of the thread f wound around the bobbin. this is full. Slide the bobbin winder shaft to its i original position. X The sewing machine stops. h 1 1 Sewing speed controller Press d (start /stop button X The bobbin starts spinning and the thread is wound around the bobbin, the... cut the thread as described on the previous page. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is not a malfunction. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the...
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...bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Slide the bobbin cover latch to insert the bobbin correctly. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as shown with thread. Use only the enclosed... UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left . • Be careful not to thread the machine as indicated. Be sure to drop the bobbin. Lightly hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). APPENDIX 1...
...bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Slide the bobbin cover latch to insert the bobbin correctly. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as shown with thread. Use only the enclosed... UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left . • Be careful not to thread the machine as indicated. Be sure to drop the bobbin. Lightly hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). APPENDIX 1...