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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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... the risk of the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord. • Always unplug your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this manual, or if you may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be sure to... carry it by any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it has been...
... the risk of the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord. • Always unplug your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this manual, or if you may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be sure to... carry it by any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it has been...
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.... 2 Do not use extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any air openings blocked. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any object into any...
.... 2 Do not use extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any air openings blocked. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any object into any...
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...use by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for the plug supplied with this manual. FOR USERS IN AC INPUT 220-240V COUNTRIES AND MEXICO This appliance is not intended for its... FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY IMPORTANT • In the event of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Children should contact your local authorized Brother dealer. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. 8 For ...
...use by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for the plug supplied with this manual. FOR USERS IN AC INPUT 220-240V COUNTRIES AND MEXICO This appliance is not intended for its... FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY IMPORTANT • In the event of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Children should contact your local authorized Brother dealer. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. 8 For ...
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... handle when transporting the machine. 8 The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on and off. j Handwheel This is used . o Foot... in the foot controller plug. d Thread take-up lever (page 25) e Thread cutter (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to cut them. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (...
... handle when transporting the machine. 8 The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. Design and position of the operation panel differs depending on and off. j Handwheel This is used . o Foot... in the foot controller plug. d Thread take-up lever (page 25) e Thread cutter (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to cut them. f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (...
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... the stitches that can be sewn with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the spool. 32 Manually thread the left needle. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can not...
... the stitches that can be sewn with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the spool. 32 Manually thread the left needle. Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can not...
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... to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). If this occurs, increase the stitch length. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. k For details on changing the presser foot, refer to sew" (page 39). Attach zigzag foot "J". CAUTION ● When using the twin...
... to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). If this occurs, increase the stitch length. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. k For details on changing the presser foot, refer to sew" (page 39). Attach zigzag foot "J". CAUTION ● When using the twin...
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... overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05...
... overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05...
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Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. rative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ** 1.5-4.0 Yes ...
Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. rative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ** 1.5-4.0 Yes ...
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... Stitch to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 Blind...
... Stitch to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 Blind...
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... maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on .
... maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on .
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...; Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes...
...; Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes...
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... turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. b Select a stitch. c 59 Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-point...
... turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. b Select a stitch. c 59 Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-point...
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... a stitch width of the presser foot) 5.5 (7/32) 2.0 (1/16) 0.0-7.0 0.2-5.0 (0-1/4) (1/64-3/16) No Yes Rfc. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing...
... a stitch width of the presser foot) 5.5 (7/32) 2.0 (1/16) 0.0-7.0 0.2-5.0 (0-1/4) (1/64-3/16) No Yes Rfc. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing...
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... stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- b Select stitch . b Start sewing...
... stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- b Select stitch . b Start sewing...
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... and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 0.0-7.0 0.2-4.0 (0-1/4) (1/64-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) * 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. N 28 28 28 25...
... and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 0.0-7.0 0.2-4.0 (0-1/4) (1/64-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) * 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. N 28 28 28 25...
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... Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. d After sewing is called "fagoting". Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - Decorative hemming on blouses and children's clothing. smocking stitching, heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. Otherwise, injuries may occur...
... Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. d After sewing is called "fagoting". Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - Decorative hemming on blouses and children's clothing. smocking stitching, heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. Otherwise, injuries may occur...
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c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). Insert the wing needle. Start sewing. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch ...
c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). Insert the wing needle. Start sewing. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch ...
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... the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 79 Stitch Width Stitch Length 4 [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. G 06 06 06...
... the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 79 Stitch Width Stitch Length 4 [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. G 06 06 06...
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... 14 14 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) -3← →3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 No (1/16-1/8) No Rfc. Smocking...
... 14 14 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) -3← →3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 No (1/16-1/8) No Rfc. Smocking...