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... button 13 Changing the needle stop position ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep ...14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
... button 13 Changing the needle stop position ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep ...14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
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... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine with product code...
... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine with product code...
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...sewing machine model. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 15) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from the actual machine....control dial (page 41) This controls the tension of thread. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to raise and lower the presser foot. d Thread take-up...
...sewing machine model. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 15) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from the actual machine....control dial (page 41) This controls the tension of thread. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to raise and lower the presser foot. d Thread take-up...
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...Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in the sewing direction. The operation buttons differ depending on some models b Start/stop button to set bobbin) You can start or stop sewing. For details, refer to hold the presser foot holder in place. Be sure to sew" (page ... and presser foot section e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. set the bobbin. Attach the appropriate presser foot for detailed sewing in the opposite direction. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to easily...
...Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in the sewing direction. The operation buttons differ depending on some models b Start/stop button to set bobbin) You can start or stop sewing. For details, refer to hold the presser foot holder in place. Be sure to sew" (page ... and presser foot section e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. set the bobbin. Attach the appropriate presser foot for detailed sewing in the opposite direction. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to easily...
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...shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that have been designed for this machine or bobbins of the same type (part ...-151). Remove the spool cap. a Spool pin b Spool cap CAUTION ● Be sure to raise the spool pin when winding the bobbin. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. X The spool pin swings up. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding...
...shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that have been designed for this machine or bobbins of the same type (part ...-151). Remove the spool cap. a Spool pin b Spool cap CAUTION ● Be sure to raise the spool pin when winding the bobbin. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. X The spool pin swings up. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding...
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...; Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right end of the spool pin. If the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide. Hold the thread with your left , slide the spool cap onto the...
...; Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right end of the spool pin. If the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide. Hold the thread with your left , slide the spool cap onto the...
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... machine is to be wound cleanly. k CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. 17 a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is plugged in as far as possible. ● Pull the thread taut... and hold the end of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start...
... machine is to be wound cleanly. k CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. 17 a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is plugged in as far as possible. ● Pull the thread taut... and hold the end of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start...
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...● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to loosen, and may break the needle. this is turned after winding the thread around the d pre-tension disk with the start /stop... button). a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with ...
...● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to loosen, and may break the needle. this is turned after winding the thread around the d pre-tension disk with the start /stop... button). a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with ...
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... with the start/stop button). Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the...controller before turning on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start . When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start...
... with the start/stop button). Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the...controller before turning on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start . When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start...
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... inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in d the direction shown by marks on the needle plate cover. Memo ● The direction for feeding the... the needle and resulting in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin, see page 21. b Slide the button and open the cover. Turn off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the...
... inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in d the direction shown by marks on the needle plate cover. Memo ● The direction for feeding the... the needle and resulting in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin, see page 21. b Slide the button and open the cover. Turn off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the...
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.... Put the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by marks on the right side (see.... Turn off the sewing machine. press (needle position button) (for models • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is not correctly inserted through the slit, as indicated. Hold the end of the thread, push the...
.... Put the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by marks on the right side (see.... Turn off the sewing machine. press (needle position button) (for models • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is not correctly inserted through the slit, as indicated. Hold the end of the thread, push the...
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...9679; You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 Replace the bobbin cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the...If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side ...
...9679; You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 Replace the bobbin cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the...If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side ...
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... upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread as described in b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise ... pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the bobbin thread. Replace the bobbin cover. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower c thread. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Before you can begin sewing immediately...
... upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread as described in b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise ... pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the bobbin thread. Replace the bobbin cover. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower c thread. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Before you can begin sewing immediately...
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... shaft. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. Thread the upper thread for making decorative stitches. a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it ...
... shaft. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. Thread the upper thread for making decorative stitches. a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it ...
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... Lower thread ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will affect the quality of your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread. Reinsert the thread correctly. Note... by turning the upper tension-control dial to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. You may need to adjust ...
... Lower thread ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will affect the quality of your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread. Reinsert the thread correctly. Note... by turning the upper tension-control dial to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. You may need to adjust ...
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... or break. CAUTION ● Use only the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener which is sewn, the presser foot will return to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is not level, as shown below. Note ● Before start sewing, baste...
... or break. CAUTION ● Use only the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener which is sewn, the presser foot will return to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is not level, as shown below. Note ● Before start sewing, baste...
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... may bend or break. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the j stitching to the distance between the button holes. Adjust the stitch width to the...
... may bend or break. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the j stitching to the distance between the button holes. Adjust the stitch width to the...
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a Select stitch . Pull the bobbin threads to sew directly on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. Trim along the edge of the fabric. Smocking The ...
a Select stitch . Pull the bobbin threads to sew directly on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. Trim along the edge of the fabric. Smocking The ...
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... vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area. 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 your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure ...race. 4 • Align the S and z marks. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. a S mark b z mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may ...
... vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area. 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 your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure ...race. 4 • Align the S and z marks. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. a S mark b z mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may ...
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... If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://solutions.brother.com " . If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common ... comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up . Be sure to refer to the left hand. a Remove the bobbin from the upper side of the fabric. Visit us . ■ Upper thread tightened up page 89 ■ Tangled thread on wrong side...
... If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://solutions.brother.com " . If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common ... comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up . Be sure to refer to the left hand. a Remove the bobbin from the upper side of the fabric. Visit us . ■ Upper thread tightened up page 89 ■ Tangled thread on wrong side...