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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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If any item is available through your dealer. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ● The screw of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Part Name 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Disc-...130012-024 XE1372-001 130013-124 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. Note (For U.S.A.
If any item is available through your dealer. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ● The screw of sewing thick fabrics. (page 43) aBlack button 6 Part Name 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Disc-...130012-024 XE1372-001 130013-124 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. Note (For U.S.A.
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... 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to circulate. i Spool pin (page 10, 15 and 23) This holds the spool of the upper thread. m Jack/socket... connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. p Feed dog position lever (page 55 and 65) Use the feed dog position lever to cut them. k Air vent This vent allows the air...
... 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to circulate. i Spool pin (page 10, 15 and 23) This holds the spool of the upper thread. m Jack/socket... connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. p Feed dog position lever (page 55 and 65) Use the feed dog position lever to cut them. k Air vent This vent allows the air...
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.... k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. n Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to sew in small areas. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to set the bobbin. Reverse stitches are sewn...
.... k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. n Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to sew in small areas. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to set the bobbin. Reverse stitches are sewn...
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...spool cap The enclosed spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it with your finger to be sewn. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to raise the spool pin. The ...is pressed. 10 For details, refer to reduce the stitch width; Spool pin As shown, press down on the sewing machine model. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to reduce the stitch length; When attaching the spool cap, position it to select a stitch...
...spool cap The enclosed spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it with your finger to be sewn. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to raise the spool pin. The ...is pressed. 10 For details, refer to reduce the stitch width; Spool pin As shown, press down on the sewing machine model. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to reduce the stitch length; When attaching the spool cap, position it to select a stitch...
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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. a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. ■ 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 locks into b place. 11
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. a Hole b Tab Push the spool pin down until it snaps into place to its storage position. ■ 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 locks into b place. 11
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...the plug with many other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is being operated, turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". only) ● This appliance .... 12 a Main power switch b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "I". Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the main power first. Do not modify the plug in to them. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Power supply...
...the plug with many other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is being operated, turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". only) ● This appliance .... 12 a Main power switch b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "I". Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the main power first. Do not modify the plug in to them. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Power supply...
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... side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn off the sewing machine in the fabric when sewing is plugged in use. When you take your foot off the sewing machine. Hold down lightly, the machine will stop button). After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of cloth and dust to build up on the...
... side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn off the sewing machine in the fabric when sewing is plugged in use. When you take your foot off the sewing machine. Hold down lightly, the machine will stop button). After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of cloth and dust to build up on the...
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...straight stitch (center needle position) is turned on. Memo ● The specified initial needle position is maintained even after the machine is turned on. Turn off the sewing machine. Memo ● Perform the same operation to the left needle position. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection ...b key) on the left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is automatically selected when it will not beep. X The machine is now set so that it is turned off. ● Perform the same operation to change the initial ...
...straight stitch (center needle position) is turned on. Memo ● The specified initial needle position is maintained even after the machine is turned on. Turn off the sewing machine. Memo ● Perform the same operation to the left needle position. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection ...b key) on the left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is automatically selected when it will not beep. X The machine is now set so that it is turned off. ● Perform the same operation to change the initial ...
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... otherwise, the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 15 Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Remove the spool cap. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed ...b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the...
... otherwise, the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 15 Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Remove the spool cap. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed ...b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the...
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...9679; When sewing with your left hand. c b Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. Hold the thread with your right hand so that there is no slack in the spool or the machine may be...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... the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of the spool pin. a Thread guide cover 16 Slide the spool onto the...
...9679; When sewing with your left hand. c b Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. Hold the thread with your right hand so that there is no slack in the spool or the machine may be...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... the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of the spool pin. a Thread guide cover 16 Slide the spool onto the...
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... h and slide the bobbin winder shaft to 3-15/16 inches) of thread from the hole on the bobbin. Note ● If the sewing machine is to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull it in as far as possible into the notch... wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it may occur when the thread is pulled as far as possible. a Spring on the sewing machine. If you follow the instructions carefully. Then stop button) to break. 17 a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is wound ...
... h and slide the bobbin winder shaft to 3-15/16 inches) of thread from the hole on the bobbin. Note ● If the sewing machine is to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull it in as far as possible into the notch... wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it may occur when the thread is pulled as far as possible. a Spring on the sewing machine. If you follow the instructions carefully. Then stop button) to break. 17 a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is wound ...
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...Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the free end of the procedure c in the bobbin. 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 the... right. 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). Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position (for models equipped with...
...Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the free end of the procedure c in the bobbin. 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 the... right. 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). Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position (for models equipped with...
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...plugged in cutter) X The thread is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button cannot be operated using the cutter ...or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the start /stop button). 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is cut the thread as described. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) to start /stop button) ...
...plugged in cutter) X The thread is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button cannot be operated using the cutter ...or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the start /stop button). 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is cut the thread as described. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) to start /stop button) ...
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... in d the direction shown by marks on the foot controller and the machine starts to thread the machine as indicated. If you could be incorrect or break the needle. 20 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise...the needle plate cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be ...
... in d the direction shown by marks on the foot controller and the machine starts to thread the machine as indicated. If you could be incorrect or break the needle. 20 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise...the needle plate cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be ...
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...) or thread through equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. Turn off the sewing machine. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and ...then pass the Raise the needle to thread the machine as indicated. press (needle position button) (for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set the bobbin so...
...) or thread through equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. Turn off the sewing machine. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and ...then pass the Raise the needle to thread the machine as indicated. press (needle position button) (for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set the bobbin so...
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... without drawing up the bobbin thread before you to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). 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 bobbin case, it...slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Replace the bobbin cover. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to draw up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in "Drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 If you...
... without drawing up the bobbin thread before you to cut it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 41). 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 bobbin case, it...slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Replace the bobbin cover. Then, pull the thread toward you start to sew, follow to draw up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in "Drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 If you...
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...9679; Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Upper threading 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...
...9679; Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Upper threading 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...
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... , the thread may catch on the slit in the wrong place, or 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 break. a Spool pin b Spool cap CAUTION ● Be sure to raise the...
... , the thread may catch on the slit in the wrong place, or 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 break. a Spool pin b Spool cap CAUTION ● Be sure to raise the...