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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS VARIOUS STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS VARIOUS 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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... plate, as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when...
... plate, as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when...
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... THE PRESSER FOOT 25 Replacing the presser foot ...25 Removing the presser foot holder ...26 2. SEWING BASICS 27 SEWING ...27 General sewing procedure ...27 Selecting a stitch ...28 Starting to sew ...29 Adjusting thread tension ...31 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...32 Trial sewing ...32 Changing the sewing direction ...32 Sewing curves ...32 Sewing...
... THE PRESSER FOOT 25 Replacing the presser foot ...25 Removing the presser foot holder ...26 2. SEWING BASICS 27 SEWING ...27 General sewing procedure ...27 Selecting a stitch ...28 Starting to sew ...29 Adjusting thread tension ...31 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...32 Trial sewing ...32 Changing the sewing direction ...32 Sewing curves ...32 Sewing...
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... MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4 VARIOUS STITCHES 35 STITCH SETTINGS ...35 Utility stitches ...35 Character stitches (for models equipped with character stitches 41 OVERCASTING STITCHES 42 BASIC STITCHING ...43 Basic stitching ...43 BLIND HEM STITCHING 44 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 46 Button sewing ...49 ZIPPER INSERTION ...51 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC...
... MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4 VARIOUS STITCHES 35 STITCH SETTINGS ...35 Utility stitches ...35 Character stitches (for models equipped with character stitches 41 OVERCASTING STITCHES 42 BASIC STITCHING ...43 Basic stitching ...43 BLIND HEM STITCHING 44 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 46 Button sewing ...49 ZIPPER INSERTION ...51 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC...
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Not for use this to control the sewing speed, and to select the stitch and specify the various settings. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. d Upper tension-control dial (page 31) This controls ...
Not for use this to control the sewing speed, and to select the stitch and specify the various settings. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. d Upper tension-control dial (page 31) This controls ...
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... sewing speed controller to raise or lower the needle. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to sew reverse stitches. Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the needle position button) Press the needle position button to adjust the sewing speed... and presser foot section a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. f Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. d Needle position button (for models equipped with the start...
... sewing speed controller to raise or lower the needle. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to sew reverse stitches. Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the needle position button) Press the needle position button to adjust the sewing speed... and presser foot section a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. f Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. d Needle position button (for models equipped with the start...
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...9679; Put the accessories in a compartment inside the compartment. c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch length. (For models equipped with the character stitch key) Press this key to sew character stitches. For details, refer to "SEWING CHARACTERS (for models equipped ...lost or damaged. 7 For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). b Stitch selection keys Press the stitch selection keys, and then select the number for the stitch that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. 1 3 ABC a LCD (liquid crystal ...
...9679; Put the accessories in a compartment inside the compartment. c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch length. (For models equipped with the character stitch key) Press this key to sew character stitches. For details, refer to "SEWING CHARACTERS (for models equipped ...lost or damaged. 7 For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). b Stitch selection keys Press the stitch selection keys, and then select the number for the stitch that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. 1 3 ABC a LCD (liquid crystal ...
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...For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be able to help you be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" XC3021-031 XC4051-031 XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper X54243-051 No. Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) ...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. ...
...For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be able to help you be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" XC3021-031 XC4051-031 XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper X54243-051 No. Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) ...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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When you press the foot controller down the "-" side of the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of (stitch selection key). After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of cloth and dust to the raised position. Memo ● Perform the same ... machine from accidentally being started. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the rear side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn off the sewing machine in , the start /stop button). a Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a ...
When you press the foot controller down the "-" side of the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Do not allow pieces of (stitch selection key). After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of cloth and dust to the raised position. Memo ● Perform the same ... machine from accidentally being started. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the rear side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn off the sewing machine in , the start /stop button). a Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a ...
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...change the initial needle position to the left needle position. Hold down the "+" side of (stitch width b adjustment key) and turn on the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn on the sewing machine. X The initial ...position changes to 1 turned on. Changing the initial needle Cancelling the operation beep position (for models equipped with the Normally, the straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is operation beep) When the sewing machine is purchased, it is turned...
...change the initial needle position to the left needle position. Hold down the "+" side of (stitch width b adjustment key) and turn on the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn on the sewing machine. X The initial ...position changes to 1 turned on. Changing the initial needle Cancelling the operation beep position (for models equipped with the Normally, the straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is operation beep) When the sewing machine is purchased, it is turned...
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... Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Thread for...be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn....
... Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Thread for...be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn....
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...handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with thin needles (such as 65/9 to be skipped stitches. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the ...use a bent needle. c 1 a Flat surface a Presser foot lever 22 If the combination of the needle on the previous page. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts...
...handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with thin needles (such as 65/9 to be skipped stitches. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the ...use a bent needle. c 1 a Flat surface a Presser foot lever 22 If the combination of the needle on the previous page. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts...
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... take -up lever. Thread the left needle from front to back. a Attach the twin needle in the hole on the stitches that can be damaged. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that have designed your machine so you can not use the... twin needle by hand, from the second spool to thread e the machine to back. For details on the top of thread for making decorative stitches. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader) ● You cannot use the needle threader to...
... take -up lever. Thread the left needle from front to back. a Attach the twin needle in the hole on the stitches that can be damaged. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that have designed your machine so you can not use the... twin needle by hand, from the second spool to thread e the machine to back. For details on the top of thread for making decorative stitches. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader) ● You cannot use the needle threader to...
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...button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c a Presser foot holder b Shank c Pin Note ● The presser foot to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). Raise the presser foot lever. Replace the presser foot as described below the holder e so that the presser foot pin is positioned to...may be used with the shank in the LCD. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a different presser foot below . To select a stitch, refer to be read. If you have been designed to be used with (needle position button), raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward...
...button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c a Presser foot holder b Shank c Pin Note ● The presser foot to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). Raise the presser foot lever. Replace the presser foot as described below the holder e so that the presser foot pin is positioned to...may be used with the shank in the LCD. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a different presser foot below . To select a stitch, refer to be read. If you have been designed to be used with (needle position button), raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward...
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... sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below . For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). p 4 Start sewing. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Turning on the machine. p 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the presser foot appropriate for the... area to sew" (page 29). 27 Select the stitch appropriate for the stitch. For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to be sewn. p 2 Select the stitch. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. Before operating the sewing machine,...
... sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below . For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 28). p 4 Start sewing. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Turning on the machine. p 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the presser foot appropriate for the... area to sew" (page 29). 27 Select the stitch appropriate for the stitch. For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to be sewn. p 2 Select the stitch. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. Before operating the sewing machine,...
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... d a The presser foot to use • For details, refer to select c pattern No. 04. of the selected stitch b Changes the digit on the LCD. When the stitch length or stitch width is selected. If necessary, press the "+" or "-" side of the on the left needle position) is lit. Press... auto setting, the reappears around the or disappears from the LCD. a Stitch width adjustment key b Narrow c Wide a Pattern No. Note ● When the stitch length or stitch width is not lit, press the utility stitch key. If it is changed from the auto setting, the around or on...
... d a The presser foot to use • For details, refer to select c pattern No. 04. of the selected stitch b Changes the digit on the LCD. When the stitch length or stitch width is selected. If necessary, press the "+" or "-" side of the on the left needle position) is lit. Press... auto setting, the reappears around the or disappears from the LCD. a Stitch width adjustment key b Narrow c Wide a Pattern No. Note ● When the stitch length or stitch width is not lit, press the utility stitch key. If it is changed from the auto setting, the around or on...
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... presser foot lever. Starting to sew with the stitches bunched together may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward the rear of the stitching. 29 b a Presser foot lever Place the... the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the mark on selecting character stitches, refer to sew" (page 29). a 5 cm (2 inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your right hand...
... presser foot lever. Starting to sew with the stitches bunched together may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward the rear of the stitching. 29 b a Presser foot lever Place the... the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the mark on selecting character stitches, refer to sew" (page 29). a 5 cm (2 inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your right hand...
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...machine starts sewing. For details, refer to "Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with reverse stitching, pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to adjust the sewing speed. The machine can be used to cut them. SEWING BASICS... lowered (in , (start/stop position" (page 10). ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other . 1 2 a Reverse stitching b Reinforcement stitching Memo ● Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are secured with the start sewing. ● When sewing is selected. j Pull...
...machine starts sewing. For details, refer to "Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with reverse stitching, pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to adjust the sewing speed. The machine can be used to cut them. SEWING BASICS... lowered (in , (start/stop position" (page 10). ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other . 1 2 a Reverse stitching b Reinforcement stitching Memo ● Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are secured with the start sewing. ● When sewing is selected. j Pull...
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... 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. If the thread is not shown as below , the thread is too loose Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. ■ Upper tension is...
... 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your stitches. If the thread is not shown as below , the thread is too loose Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. ■ Upper tension is...
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... be sure to its highest position. 32 When sewing along a curve while using the twin needle, be sewn since, depending on the type of stitching and the number of layers of fabric and stitching being sewn, the desired results may bend or break. Leave the needle lowered (in order to obtain a finer... the needle before changing the sewing direction. If the fabric is turned while the needle is lowered, the needle may not be used for the stitch that is selected. Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under...
... be sure to its highest position. 32 When sewing along a curve while using the twin needle, be sewn since, depending on the type of stitching and the number of layers of fabric and stitching being sewn, the desired results may bend or break. Leave the needle lowered (in order to obtain a finer... the needle before changing the sewing direction. If the fabric is turned while the needle is lowered, the needle may not be used for the stitch that is selected. Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under...
