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Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V64/V65/V66/V67 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V64/V65/V66/V67 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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...Needle and presser foot section ...9 Operation buttons ...9 Operation panel ...10 Spool pin ...10 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 12 Power supply precautions ...12 Power supply ...12 Foot controller ...13 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop 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...
...Needle and presser foot section ...9 Operation buttons ...9 Operation panel ...10 Spool pin ...10 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 12 Power supply precautions ...12 Power supply ...12 Foot controller ...13 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop 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...
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...124 XE2241-001 XD0501-021 (EU area) XC8816-021 (Other areas) Memo ● About zigzag foot "J"; KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is available through ..."R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ● The screw of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored...
...124 XE2241-001 XD0501-021 (EU area) XC8816-021 (Other areas) Memo ● About zigzag foot "J"; KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is available through ..."R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ● The screw of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored...
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...bobbin thread. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (page 7 and 44) g Operation buttons (page 9) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to lower the feed dogs. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This... dog position lever to circulate. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. n Foot controller (page 13) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the...
...bobbin thread. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (page 7 and 44) g Operation buttons (page 9) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to lower the feed dogs. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This... dog position lever to circulate. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. n Foot controller (page 13) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the...
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... the race. Needle and presser foot section e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to sew in place. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to hold the needle in the ... and bar tacks. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to raise and lower the presser foot. c Needle position button (for the selected stitching. 1 f ...
... the race. Needle and presser foot section e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to sew in place. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to hold the needle in the ... and bar tacks. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to raise and lower the presser foot. c Needle position button (for the selected stitching. 1 f ...
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...it with your finger to use. h Character stitch indicator This indicator lights up when the utility stitch key is pressed. 10 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to reduce the stitch width; ...Spool pin As shown, press down on the sewing machine model. b Stitch selection keys Press the stitch selection keys, and then select the number for models equipped with character stitches)" (page 73). ...
...it with your finger to use. h Character stitch indicator This indicator lights up when the utility stitch key is pressed. 10 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to reduce the stitch width; ...Spool pin As shown, press down on the sewing machine model. b Stitch selection keys Press the stitch selection keys, and then select the number for models equipped with character stitches)" (page 73). ...
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a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into Remove the spool from the spool pin, and then the hole on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to secure it locks into b place. 11 ■ Storing the spool pin ■ Installing the spool pin When placing the cover on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown. 1 until it .
a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into Remove the spool from the spool pin, and then the hole on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to secure it locks into b place. 11 ■ Storing the spool pin ■ Installing the spool pin When placing the cover on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown. 1 until it .
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.... If the plug does not fit fully in any way. 12 Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to heat. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using other ...; Turn off the main power and remove the plug in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the...
.... If the plug does not fit fully in any way. 12 Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to heat. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using other ...; Turn off the main power and remove the plug in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the...
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...the foot controller is plugged in the fabric when sewing is stopped. After turning on the sewing machine. Slower a Sewing speed controller • The speed set to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a faster speed. a Foot ...same operation to select the desired sewing speed. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop position to turn on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. When you take your foot off the sewing machine. Instead, the machine can be sure to the ...
...the foot controller is plugged in the fabric when sewing is stopped. After turning on the sewing machine. Slower a Sewing speed controller • The speed set to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a faster speed. a Foot ...same operation to select the desired sewing speed. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop position to turn on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. When you take your foot off the sewing machine. Instead, the machine can be sure to the ...
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...stitch (center needle position) is automatically selected when it will not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch width adjustment key). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Changing the initial needle position Normally, the straight stitch (left and turn on . a ...to beep each time a key is turned on the left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is set so that machine beeps. 14 After turning on the sewing machine, release the "+" side of (stitch selection b key) on . Memo ● Perform the same...
...stitch (center needle position) is automatically selected when it will not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch width adjustment key). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Changing the initial needle position Normally, the straight stitch (left and turn on . a ...to beep each time a key is turned on the left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is set so that machine beeps. 14 After turning on the sewing machine, release the "+" side of (stitch selection b key) on . Memo ● Perform the same...
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... a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. X The spool pin swings up. Only use bobbins from other bobbins may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin...wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the spool pin lever a with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to raise the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may...
... a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. X The spool pin swings up. Only use bobbins from other bobbins may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin...wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the spool pin lever a with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to raise the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may...
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... the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap...spool is no slack in the spool or the machine may catch on the slit in the thread that the spool is moved to the front. Memo ● When sewing with your right hand, e and then pass ... spool. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the spool being used , the thread may be damaged. a Thread guide...
... the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap...spool is no slack in the spool or the machine may catch on the slit in the thread that the spool is moved to the front. Memo ● When sewing with your right hand, e and then pass ... spool. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the spool being used , the thread may be damaged. a Thread guide...
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... thread runs low it may not be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound around the bobbin a few times. Turn on the shaft b Notch... Pull it in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be wound cleanly. k CAUTION ● Make sure you do ... wind the thread around the bobbin. a Spring on the sewing machine. Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the pretension disk.
... thread runs low it may not be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound around the bobbin a few times. Turn on the shaft b Notch... Pull it in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop the machine. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be wound cleanly. k CAUTION ● Make sure you do ... wind the thread around the bobbin. a Spring on the sewing machine. Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the pretension disk.
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...around the pre-tension disk (page 15). Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft o to the right. Memo ● 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 ... and begins n spinning slowly, take your left and remove the bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Slide the sewing speed controller to the right l (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension...
...around the pre-tension disk (page 15). Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft o to the right. Memo ● 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 ... and begins n spinning slowly, take your left and remove the bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Slide the sewing speed controller to the right l (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension...
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... bobbin winder seat. this is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to fast) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start... 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the ...
... bobbin winder seat. this is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right f (to set the speed to fast) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start... 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the ...
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...; Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to be injured. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by the arrow. If bobbins from other models are used, the... machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to sew, you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in injury...
...; Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to be injured. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off the sewing machine. Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by the arrow. If bobbins from other models are used, the... machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to sew, you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in injury...
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... line in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Turn off the sewing machine. Put the left tab in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction... the slit, as shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your left hand as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it...
... line in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Turn off the sewing machine. Put the left tab in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction... the slit, as shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your left hand as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it...
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... with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter (c). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). •... At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Replace the bobbin cover. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before...
... with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter (c). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). •... At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). Replace the bobbin cover. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before...
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...Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the needle threader, see page 26. 1 a Spool pin b Mark on the sewing machine. Turn on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. or a Mark b Needle position button • If the... needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded correctly. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the...
...Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the needle threader, see page 26. 1 a Spool pin b Mark on the sewing machine. Turn on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. or a Mark b Needle position button • If the... needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded correctly. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the...
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... bar to raise the spool pin before use. If the spool cap is too small for the upper thread f onto the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE As shown, press down on the spool pin and cause the needle to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of the spool cap...
... bar to raise the spool pin before use. If the spool cap is too small for the upper thread f onto the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE As shown, press down on the spool pin and cause the needle to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of the spool cap...