Operation Manual
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... 10 Stitch length dial 14 Stitch width dial 14 Reverse sewing lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin 15 Lower threading 17 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 18 Upper threading 19 Using the needle threader (for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your...
... 10 Stitch length dial 14 Stitch width dial 14 Reverse sewing lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin 15 Lower threading 17 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 18 Upper threading 19 Using the needle threader (for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your...
Operation Manual
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...: XC1944-052 SA127 F003N: XC1945-052 SA134 F018N: XC1976-052 SA132 F016N: XC2215-052 4 Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the machine model. No. Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001...
...: XC1944-052 SA127 F003N: XC1945-052 SA134 F018N: XC1976-052 SA132 F016N: XC2215-052 4 Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the machine model. No. Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001...
Operation Manual
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...Page 29) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 6 Thread guide (Page 15, 19) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 7 Thread take-up lever (Page 20) 8 Thread cutter (Page 26) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 21) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 18) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing lever (...
...Page 29) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 6 Thread guide (Page 15, 19) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 7 Thread take-up lever (Page 20) 8 Thread cutter (Page 26) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 21) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 18) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing lever (...
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.... CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to the machine. Note (For U.S.A. Dispose of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle CAUTION ● Always turn on the machine while pressing down lightly, the machine will increase. Check the needle from...
.... CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to the machine. Note (For U.S.A. Dispose of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle CAUTION ● Always turn on the machine while pressing down lightly, the machine will increase. Check the needle from...
Operation Manual
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... and put a spool of 1 thread on this pin. 3 Bobbin While holding the thread from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. Only use bobbins from the spool 2 with this machine. If you use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151...). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the groove on the thread guide. Using other models, the machine ...
... and put a spool of 1 thread on this pin. 3 Bobbin While holding the thread from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. Only use bobbins from the spool 2 with this machine. If you use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151...). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the groove on the thread guide. Using other models, the machine ...
Operation Manual
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... personal injury or damage to the right. 16 Press the foot controller to wind bobbin. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound around the bobbin a few times. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the notch of... the thread straight up. If you follow the instructions carefully. Then stop the machine. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Turn on the machine. 5 CAUTION ● Do not turn on the shaft 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3-4...
... personal injury or damage to the right. 16 Press the foot controller to wind bobbin. Note ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound around the bobbin a few times. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the notch of... the thread straight up. If you follow the instructions carefully. Then stop the machine. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Turn on the machine. 5 CAUTION ● Do not turn on the shaft 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3-4...
Operation Manual
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... so the thread comes out 4 in the direction shown by the arrow. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-...adjusting spring of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn off the machine while threading.
... so the thread comes out 4 in the direction shown by the arrow. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-...adjusting spring of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn off the machine while threading.
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...on certain models. Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin) Install the bobbin wound with the cutter (3). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. 2 1 2 3 1 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Refer to 4 from the cover toward you can draw up... the lower thread before starting sewing. While lightly holding down the bobbin 2 with the cutter.) 18 Put the 3 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed . 12 1 Groove 2 Projection...
...on certain models. Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin) Install the bobbin wound with the cutter (3). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. 2 1 2 3 1 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Refer to 4 from the cover toward you can draw up... the lower thread before starting sewing. While lightly holding down the bobbin 2 with the cutter.) 18 Put the 3 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed . 12 1 Groove 2 Projection...
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... should still be left over. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread as described in 3 the previous steps 1 to 3. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. Pass the thread along the slit in the 2 direction of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the... lower thread, put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be removed. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull out about 10 cm...
... should still be left over. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread as described in 3 the previous steps 1 to 3. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. Pass the thread along the slit in the 2 direction of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the... lower thread, put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be removed. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull out about 10 cm...
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Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to each needle separately. Using the needle threader may ... the thread through the guide above "2.5" since this occurs, increase the stitch length. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft. ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar thread...
Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to each needle separately. Using the needle threader may ... the thread through the guide above "2.5" since this occurs, increase the stitch length. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft. ■ Attaching the extra spool pin Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar thread...
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... the thread will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 17 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. Note ●...; If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. You may be damaged. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may need to a higher number. 1 3...
... the thread will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 17 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. Note ●...; If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. You may be damaged. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may need to a higher number. 1 3...
Operation Manual
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... on the machine while pressing down the foot controller. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS Place the darning plate on the needle plate. 4 2 1 3 3 1 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 2 Left side 3 Buttonhole appearance If ... the "+" direction. • This adjustment ensures both sides of the buttonhole are the same. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 39 If the left side is the same as the distance between...
... on the machine while pressing down the foot controller. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS Place the darning plate on the needle plate. 4 2 1 3 3 1 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 2 Left side 3 Buttonhole appearance If ... the "+" direction. • This adjustment ensures both sides of the buttonhole are the same. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 39 If the left side is the same as the distance between...
Operation Manual
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... shock or being injured. 47 This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to remove it. 1 1 Use the oval screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it must not be oiled by condensation. • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures • Exposed...
... shock or being injured. 47 This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to remove it. 1 1 Use the oval screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it must not be oiled by condensation. • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures • Exposed...
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...: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 48 Install the needle plate, and then tighten 8 the screws. 1 1 2 1 ... area. otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 6 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched; Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum 6 cleaner to the...
...: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 48 Install the needle plate, and then tighten 8 the screws. 1 1 2 1 ... area. otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 6 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched; Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum 6 cleaner to the...
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...below it right Turn on the main power switch. Choose a thread and needle that is scratched. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com ". You have not fitted the spool properly. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. The needle is...type of fabric, thread and needle. Attach the presser foot that you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Replace the needle plate. Remove any...
...below it right Turn on the main power switch. Choose a thread and needle that is scratched. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com ". You have not fitted the spool properly. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. The needle is...type of fabric, thread and needle. Attach the presser foot that you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Replace the needle plate. Remove any...
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...authorized service center. - this machine. Correct the upper threading. 19 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Wind the bobbin thread properly. 15 The thread You have not threaded the right combination of fabric. 24 tension is Sew with stabilizer material under the... of stitch that are being sewn, the fabric is incorrect. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. for this machine. 15 Bobbin is incorrect. Replace the needle. 7 The needle is scratched or does not turn smoothly. this machine. The thread tension is set ...
...authorized service center. - this machine. Correct the upper threading. 19 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Wind the bobbin thread properly. 15 The thread You have not threaded the right combination of fabric. 24 tension is Sew with stabilizer material under the... of stitch that are being sewn, the fabric is incorrect. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. for this machine. 15 Bobbin is incorrect. Replace the needle. 7 The needle is scratched or does not turn smoothly. this machine. The thread tension is set ...
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.... The needle has not been raised to sew. The presser foot that are appropriate for the type of fabric. The stitch is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. How to sew. Correctly install the needle. If the thread is too fine. Stitches are appropriate for example, in the.... Correct the upper threading. Choose a thread and needle that the mark on the needle plate. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the bobbin case. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you want to sew. Attach the presser foot that is not correct for the type of...
.... The needle has not been raised to sew. The presser foot that are appropriate for the type of fabric. The stitch is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. How to sew. Correctly install the needle. If the thread is too fine. Stitches are appropriate for example, in the.... Correct the upper threading. Choose a thread and needle that the mark on the needle plate. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the bobbin case. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you want to sew. Attach the presser foot that is not correct for the type of...
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... Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 27 G Gathering 41 H Handwheel 19 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 17 quick-set bobbin 18 23 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 47 N Narrow hemmer foot 44 Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........24 replacing 7... Needle threader 21 O Overedge stitching 34 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 18 23 Quilting foot 43 R Race cleaning 47 Reverse sewing lever 14 S Satin stitch 30 , Shell tuck stitching 32 Spool pin 15 19...
... Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 27 G Gathering 41 H Handwheel 19 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 17 quick-set bobbin 18 23 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 47 N Narrow hemmer foot 44 Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........24 replacing 7... Needle threader 21 O Overedge stitching 34 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 18 23 Quilting foot 43 R Race cleaning 47 Reverse sewing lever 14 S Satin stitch 30 , Shell tuck stitching 32 Spool pin 15 19...