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... ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle precautions ...20 Needle types and their uses...
... ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle precautions ...20 Needle types and their uses...
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... STITCH SETTINGS ...56 Utility stitches ...56 MAINTENANCE ...61 Restrictions on oiling ...61 Precautions on storing the machine ...61 Cleaning the machine surface ...61 Cleaning the bobbin case ...61 TROUBLESHOOTING ...63 ERROR MESSAGES ...66 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 66 INDEX ...67 4 3.
... STITCH SETTINGS ...56 Utility stitches ...56 MAINTENANCE ...61 Restrictions on oiling ...61 Precautions on storing the machine ...61 Cleaning the machine surface ...61 Cleaning the bobbin case ...61 TROUBLESHOOTING ...63 ERROR MESSAGES ...66 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 66 INDEX ...67 4 3.
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... the main power and sewing light switch on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for lubrication. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread onto the... bobbin and then threading the machine. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the ...
... the main power and sewing light switch on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for lubrication. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread onto the... bobbin and then threading the machine. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the ...
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...foot holder screw to start or stop button (for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set bobbin (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Press the start/stop button to...with guides for models equipped with the needle threader) (page 17) c Presser foot holder The presser foot is depressed. g Quick-set the bobbin. For details, refer to adjust the sewing speed. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Needle and presser foot section a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole...
...foot holder screw to start or stop button (for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set bobbin (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Press the start/stop button to...with guides for models equipped with the needle threader) (page 17) c Presser foot holder The presser foot is depressed. g Quick-set the bobbin. For details, refer to adjust the sewing speed. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Needle and presser foot section a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole...
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only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on this machine model HS-2000/SB700T. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is on machine.) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Cleaning brush 13 Screwdriver ... F016N: XC2215-052 XZ5051-001 We have designed these accessories to help you purchased, the following are stored in the flat bed attachment. Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) (One is available through your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Depending on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code Americans Others XC2691-...
only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on this machine model HS-2000/SB700T. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is on machine.) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Cleaning brush 13 Screwdriver ... F016N: XC2215-052 XZ5051-001 We have designed these accessories to help you purchased, the following are stored in the flat bed attachment. Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) (One is available through your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Depending on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code Americans Others XC2691-...
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... machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on this machine or bobbins of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. e 11 Put the... bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the same type (part code...
... machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on this machine or bobbins of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. e 11 Put the... bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the same type (part code...
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... or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to the right. g CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winding shaft to start. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed... or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop the machine. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the...
... or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to the right. g CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winding shaft to start. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed... or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop the machine. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the...
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... without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the bobbin winder shaft b so that wraps around the pre-tension disk (page 11). 1 Place the bobbin on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button... with the sewing speed controller). c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. ■ For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller...
... without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the bobbin winder shaft b so that wraps around the pre-tension disk (page 11). 1 Place the bobbin on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button... with the sewing speed controller). c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. ■ For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller...
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...is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be injured. Raise the needle to the right. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch... button) (for this machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the right direction. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel...
...is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be injured. Raise the needle to the right. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch... button) (for this machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the right direction. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel...
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... the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in , feed the end of the thread c through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut it. 1 a Tension-adjusting ...spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread comes out from the left tab in the diagram...
... the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in , feed the end of the thread c through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut it. 1 a Tension-adjusting ...spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread comes out from the left tab in the diagram...
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...1 to draw up the lower c thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. or a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the...over. Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of both threads d and pull them toward you draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position ...
...1 to draw up the lower c thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. or a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the...over. Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of both threads d and pull them toward you draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position ...
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... will weaken your seams or cause puckers on the surface of the fabric. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 14) and rethread the bobbin thread. 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 ... then pass the threads through the thread cutter to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 56). 29 Raise the presser foot lever. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to start to sew. ■ Correct tension 2 Correct tension is stopped, the needle remains ...
... will weaken your seams or cause puckers on the surface of the fabric. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 14) and rethread the bobbin thread. 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 ... then pass the threads through the thread cutter to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 56). 29 Raise the presser foot lever. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to start to sew. ■ Correct tension 2 Correct tension is stopped, the needle remains ...
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... to "Upper threading" (page 16) and rethread the upper thread. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on the wrong side of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly. In this case, refer to a higher number. 54 3 30 If the thread is not shown as below, the thread... ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. SEWING BASICS Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the fabric.
... to "Upper threading" (page 16) and rethread the upper thread. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on the wrong side of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly. In this case, refer to a higher number. 54 3 30 If the thread is not shown as below, the thread... ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. SEWING BASICS Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the fabric.
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... sewn with the thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may bend or break. 32 If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is too thick a to feed. Note ● Before start sewing, baste together...
... sewn with the thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may bend or break. 32 If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is too thick a to feed. Note ● Before start sewing, baste together...
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... goes into the two holes of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. 3 Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to cut the upper thread and the... bobbin thread at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. Then, slide the ...
... goes into the two holes of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. 3 Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to cut the upper thread and the... bobbin thread at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. Then, slide the ...
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... to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of the fabric. 1 Select stitch or . They are called "smocking". Attach zigzag foot "J". Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting stitching" (page 27) and "Thread tension" (page 29). e Stitch between the straight stitches. g Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the b stitch...
... to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of the fabric. 1 Select stitch or . They are called "smocking". Attach zigzag foot "J". Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting stitching" (page 27) and "Thread tension" (page 29). e Stitch between the straight stitches. g Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the b stitch...
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... manufactured with a dry cloth. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Needle plate cover 61 Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of this...
... manufactured with a dry cloth. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Needle plate cover 61 Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of this...
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... scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area.... CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. APPENDIX Remove the bobbin case. Insert the bobbin case so that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact...
... scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area.... CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. APPENDIX Remove the bobbin case. Insert the bobbin case so that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact...
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...tension. If the thread is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that is tangled in the bobbin case. The bobbin winder shaft is scratched. Use the foot controller properly. Fit the needle properly. Loosen the upper thread tension. breaks. The area... 29 The needle You are nation of fabric. Choose a needle that has been designed for the thread you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. page 21 63 page 22 The needle is not appropriate for this machine. authorized service...
...tension. If the thread is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that is tangled in the bobbin case. The bobbin winder shaft is scratched. Use the foot controller properly. Fit the needle properly. Loosen the upper thread tension. breaks. The area... 29 The needle You are nation of fabric. Choose a needle that has been designed for the thread you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. page 21 63 page 22 The needle is not appropriate for this machine. authorized service...
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... authorised service center. Remove the tangled thread and clean the bobbin case. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Wind the bobbin thread properly. You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Reference page 21 - - - page 61 page... upper threading. You have not inserted the needle properly. Bobbin is tangled. Replace the presser foot. Replace the bobbin case. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. The thread is set incorrectly. Replace the bobbin. The thread is too tight. The upper thread was...
... authorised service center. Remove the tangled thread and clean the bobbin case. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Wind the bobbin thread properly. You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Reference page 21 - - - page 61 page... upper threading. You have not inserted the needle properly. Bobbin is tangled. Replace the presser foot. Replace the bobbin case. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. The thread is set incorrectly. Replace the bobbin. The thread is too tight. The upper thread was...