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... ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses...
... ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses...
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... Sewing the character stitches ...67 ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches 68 4. APPENDIX ...70 MAINTENANCE ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the bobbin case ...70 TROUBLESHOOTING ...72 ERROR MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4 3.
... Sewing the character stitches ...67 ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches 68 4. APPENDIX ...70 MAINTENANCE ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the bobbin case ...70 TROUBLESHOOTING ...72 ERROR MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4 3.
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1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 12) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for lubrication. f Thread take-up lever (page 18) g Thread cutter (page 30) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to select the stitch and specify ... light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. k Handwheel Used to start and stop sewing.
1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 12) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for lubrication. f Thread take-up lever (page 18) g Thread cutter (page 30) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to select the stitch and specify ... light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. k Handwheel Used to start and stop sewing.
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... presser foot for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to sew in the fabric. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on the sewing machine model. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch... button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew" (page 29). For details, refer to set bobbin (for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. e Sewing speed ...
... presser foot for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to sew in the fabric. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on the sewing machine model. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch... button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew" (page 29). For details, refer to set bobbin (for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. e Sewing speed ...
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...No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA132 F016N XZ5051-001 8 Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Screwdriver 15 Extra spool pin ...16 Foot controller Optional accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 15. 16. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: HS-3000, SQ-9000, SQ9050, XR9500PRW. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ...
...No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA132 F016N XZ5051-001 8 Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Screwdriver 15 Extra spool pin ...16 Foot controller Optional accessories 1. 2. 3. 4. 15. 16. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: HS-3000, SQ-9000, SQ9050, XR9500PRW. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ...
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...inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. e 12 Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as ...far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of thread on this pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the...
...inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible. e 12 Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as ...far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of thread on this pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the...
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...is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. g CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. While holding the end of the thread, gently...or press (start/ i stop button) (for models equipped with the stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). When the bobbin seems full and begins j spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the ...
...is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. g CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. While holding the end of the thread, gently...or press (start/ i stop button) (for models equipped with the stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). When the bobbin seems full and begins j spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the ...
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... start/stop button) to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in the bobbin. If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning...it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the pre-tension disk (page 12). a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) X The thread is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be... used to pass the thread around the bobbin five or six times. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models...
... start/stop button) to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in the bobbin. If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning...it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the pre-tension disk (page 12). a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) X The thread is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be... used to pass the thread around the bobbin five or six times. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models...
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...31). Raise the needle to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models equipped with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to be injured....turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. this sewing machine. Memo ● When the sewing machine is not correctly inserted through the tension...
...31). Raise the needle to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models equipped with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to be injured....turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. this sewing machine. Memo ● When the sewing machine is not correctly inserted through the tension...
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...it may cause the thread tension to cut it. 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 31). • Replace the cover so that the end of the...thread to be used with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in e place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see ...
...it may cause the thread tension to cut it. 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 31). • Replace the cover so that the end of the...thread to be used with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in e place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see ...
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... position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. Replace the bobbin cover. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped ...with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that the mark on the upper thread to 4. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread...
... position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. Replace the bobbin cover. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped ...with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that the mark on the upper thread to 4. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread...
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... will weaken your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you change fabric or thread. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 15) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on 5 surface of a fabric before you start to adjust ...it when you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is important as below , the thread is too loose Loops appear on wrong side of your stitches...
... will weaken your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you change fabric or thread. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 15) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on 5 surface of a fabric before you start to adjust ...it when you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is important as below , the thread is too loose Loops appear on wrong side of your stitches...
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... before sewing. The foot will return to its normal position. a Sewing direction When you encounter a seam that is too thick a to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with the seam, allowing the fabric to feed. Make sure...
... before sewing. The foot will return to its normal position. a Sewing direction When you encounter a seam that is too thick a to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with the seam, allowing the fabric to feed. Make sure...
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... machine, and then sew them in the button. Pull the upper thread at . 50 Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to the left as f the distance... Adjust the stitch width so that the needle goes into the two holes of the button. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. VARIOUS STITCHES Place ...
... machine, and then sew them in the button. Pull the upper thread at . 50 Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to the left as f the distance... Adjust the stitch width so that the needle goes into the two holes of the button. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. VARIOUS STITCHES Place ...
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... stitch, and then adjust the b stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension. • For details, refer to create gathers. Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28) and "Adjusting thread tension" 3 (page 31). Select stitch or . e Stitch between the straight stitches. Attach zigzag foot "J". d a 1 cm (3/8 inch...
... stitch, and then adjust the b stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension. • For details, refer to create gathers. Pull the bobbin threads to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28) and "Adjusting thread tension" 3 (page 31). Select stitch or . e Stitch between the straight stitches. Attach zigzag foot "J". d a 1 cm (3/8 inch...
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Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Raise the needle and the presser foot. Otherwise, you to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. b Loosen the presser-foot screw ... you unplug the machine before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may get an electric shock or be cleaned periodically. Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it . After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it . a Needle plate ...
Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Raise the needle and the presser foot. Otherwise, you to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. b Loosen the presser-foot screw ... you unplug the machine before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may get an electric shock or be cleaned periodically. Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it . After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it . a Needle plate ...
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... that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. • Do not put oil on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area. Put the tabs on the needle...
... that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. • Do not put oil on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area. Put the tabs on the needle...
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... The thread is not plugged in. page 12 page 17 - Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. The area around the hole in the thread. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for the Choose a needle that has been designed for the type of fabric...correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If you want to you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Incorrect bobbins will not work . Remove any knots or tangles. Symptom The sewing machine does not work properly. Replace ...
... The thread is not plugged in. page 12 page 17 - Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. The area around the hole in the thread. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for the Choose a needle that has been designed for the type of fabric...correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If you want to you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Incorrect bobbins will not work . Remove any knots or tangles. Symptom The sewing machine does not work properly. Replace ...
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.... page 12 The thread tension is tangled. Choose a thread and needle that are using. Attach the presser foot holder properly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. page 15 You have not fitted the spool properly. Replace the needle. The area around the hole in the presser foot is...the right combination of thread and needle for this machine. page 12 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Replace the bobbin. - or breaks. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 15, 16 The thread is scratched. The upper thread was not threaded correctly...
.... page 12 The thread tension is tangled. Choose a thread and needle that are using. Attach the presser foot holder properly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. page 15 You have not fitted the spool properly. Replace the needle. The area around the hole in the presser foot is...the right combination of thread and needle for this machine. page 12 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Replace the bobbin. - or breaks. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 15, 16 The thread is scratched. The upper thread was not threaded correctly...
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... the type of stitch that you (counterclockwise) so that are appropriate for this machine. Stitches are lowered. The needle threader can not be used bobbin that has been designed for the type of the upper thread. You have not moved the needle holder to put it right Sew with stabilizer... 70 page 70 page 17 - page 49, 56 The fabric does not feed. You have not used . APPENDIX Symptom The fabric is incorrect. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. There is bent or blunt. The needle is a highpitched noise while sewing. Dust has built up or by turning the handwheel...
... the type of stitch that you (counterclockwise) so that are appropriate for this machine. Stitches are lowered. The needle threader can not be used bobbin that has been designed for the type of the upper thread. You have not moved the needle holder to put it right Sew with stabilizer... 70 page 70 page 17 - page 49, 56 The fabric does not feed. You have not used . APPENDIX Symptom The fabric is incorrect. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. There is bent or blunt. The needle is a highpitched noise while sewing. Dust has built up or by turning the handwheel...
