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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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...off when making any air openings blocked. 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 opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being...service life: • When storing this machine was supplied in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to the ...
...off when making any air openings blocked. 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 opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being...service life: • When storing this machine was supplied in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to the ...
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...page 25) e Thread cutter (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the... machine. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to cut them. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 12) You can ...
...page 25) e Thread cutter (page 40) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the... machine. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to cut them. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 12) You can ...
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...spool. 32 Thread the upper thread for the left needle with the c upper thread. a • For details on the stitches that can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). You can not use the same color or two different colors of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, ...details on installing a needle, refer to back. Manually thread the left needle. a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that the thread winds off from front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for ...
...spool. 32 Thread the upper thread for the left needle with the c upper thread. a • For details on the stitches that can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). You can not use the same color or two different colors of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, ...details on installing a needle, refer to back. Manually thread the left needle. a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that the thread winds off from front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for ...
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...to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be sure to thread the twin needle. Turn on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Start sewing. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. 33 Thread the upper thread for the ...thread and fabric that the needle does not touch the presser foot. i Note ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. k For details on the sewing machine. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle.
...to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be sure to thread the twin needle. Turn on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Start sewing. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. 33 Thread the upper thread for the ...thread and fabric that the needle does not touch the presser foot. i Note ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. k For details on the sewing machine. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle.
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... 0.5-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4) (1/32-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 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 appliqu...may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. CAUTION ● Be sure to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Select a stitch. b • For details, refer to turn off...
... 0.5-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4) (1/32-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 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 appliqu...may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. CAUTION ● Be sure to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Select a stitch. b • For details, refer to turn off...
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...-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. *Do not use reverse stitching. **Select a stitch width of the stitch width adjustment key moves the needle to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 40). ■ Changing the needle position With the straight stitch (left . Pressing the "+" side of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch...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. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
...-3/16) ( J ) Rfc. *Do not use reverse stitching. **Select a stitch width of the stitch width adjustment key moves the needle to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 40). ■ Changing the needle position With the straight stitch (left . Pressing the "+" side of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch...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. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
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... the LCD by pressing "-" side of cylindrical pieces is too small to slide onto the arm or the length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is too short, the fabric will ...be achieved. 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...
... the LCD by pressing "-" side of cylindrical pieces is too small to slide onto the arm or the length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is too short, the fabric will ...be achieved. 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...
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...37 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for 7.0 (1/4) 0.5 (1/32) - 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 . Keyhole buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 1.5 (1/16) 3.0-6.0 1.0-3.0 (1/8-15.... The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Zigzag stitch (for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 3.0-7.0 0.3-1.0 No No (1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16) * Auto Rfc. BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model 80...
...37 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for 7.0 (1/4) 0.5 (1/32) - 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 . Keyhole buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 1.5 (1/16) 3.0-6.0 1.0-3.0 (1/8-15.... The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Zigzag stitch (for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 3.0-7.0 0.3-1.0 No No (1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16) * Auto Rfc. BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model 80...
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... 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 ( J ) * Yes Rev. *Do not use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, ... the zipper in place. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Open the seam allowance, press it to "Basic stitching" on page 47. Pattern No. a Place the two pieces of ...
... 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 ( J ) * Yes Rev. *Do not use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, ... the zipper in place. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Open the seam allowance, press it to "Basic stitching" on page 47. Pattern No. a Place the two pieces of ...
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...1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. 3 Elasticattaching stitch J 21 21 21 - - - - SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches mode 90 stitches mode 80 stitches mode 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches... is necessary that the tape is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 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...
...1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. 3 Elasticattaching stitch J 21 21 21 - - - - SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches mode 90 stitches mode 80 stitches mode 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches... is necessary that the tape is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 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...
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.... Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 1.8 (1/16) 0.5-3.5 1.0-4.0 (1/32-1/8) (1/16-3/16) No No 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. J 44 44 44 38 ...the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61
.... Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 1.8 (1/16) 0.5-3.5 1.0-4.0 (1/32-1/8) (1/16-3/16) No No 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. J 44 44 44 38 ...the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61
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... 1 Select stitch . b Select stitch . Rfc. * Auto Rfc. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to sew" (page 39). b Start sewing. c • For details, refer to "Starting to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. Attach zigzag foot "J". Attach ...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- a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole...or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
... 1 Select stitch . b Select stitch . Rfc. * Auto Rfc. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to sew" (page 39). b Start sewing. c • For details, refer to "Starting to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. Attach zigzag foot "J". Attach ...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- a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole...or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
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... of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 68 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 ..., decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Decorative hemming on ...
... of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 68 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 ..., decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Decorative hemming on ...
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...(start/stop button) is used . It is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. g 69 c Select stitch or . Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - smocking stitching,... heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. d After sewing is easier. Use an iron to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). Decorative stitching, 6.0...
...(start/stop button) is used . It is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. g 69 c Select stitch or . Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - smocking stitching,... heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. d After sewing is easier. Use an iron to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). Decorative stitching, 6.0...
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Start sewing. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be damaged. Insert the wing needle. Attach monogramming foot "N". For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). a • ... needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting...
Start sewing. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be damaged. Insert the wing needle. Attach monogramming foot "N". For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). a • ... needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting...
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... 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....not use reverse stitching. **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Straight Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model...
... 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....not use reverse stitching. **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Straight Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model...