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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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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. VARIOUS STITCHES 35 STITCH SETTINGS ...35 ...
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. VARIOUS STITCHES 35 STITCH SETTINGS ...35 ...
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... raise and lower the presser foot. 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 use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing. l Main power and sewing light switch (page... (pages 12 and 17) This holds the spool of thread. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine.
... raise and lower the presser foot. 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 use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing. l Main power and sewing light switch (page... (pages 12 and 17) This holds the spool of thread. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine.
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...provided on some models c Start/stop button (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Press the start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. d Needle position button (for models equipped with the needle position button) Press the needle position button to hold the needle in... sews one stitch. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. g Quick-set the bobbin. The operation buttons differ depending on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams....
...provided on some models c Start/stop button (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Press the start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. d Needle position button (for models equipped with the needle position button) Press the needle position button to hold the needle in... sews one stitch. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. g Quick-set the bobbin. The operation buttons differ depending on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams....
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Note (For U.S.A. No. 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 ... foot "J" (on the following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. 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. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 75...
Note (For U.S.A. No. 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 ... foot "J" (on the following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. 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. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 75...
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... code: SA156, SFB) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in ... page 14. 1 Pulling it in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin Turn on the sewing machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the...
... code: SA156, SFB) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in ... page 14. 1 Pulling it in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin Turn on the sewing machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the...
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...stop button) to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine... needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 g CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winding shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction...
...stop button) to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine... needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 g CAUTION ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winding shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction...
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...the start/stop button cannot be used to start /stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the pre-tension disk (page 12). Pull the thread ... sewing speed controller). g Press the foot controller or press (start . c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with the start /stop button) to the right. Slide the sewing speed controller back to a suitable length. Note ● If the sewing...
...the start/stop button cannot be used to start /stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the pre-tension disk (page 12). Pull the thread ... sewing speed controller). g Press the foot controller or press (start . c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with the start /stop button) to the right. Slide the sewing speed controller back to a suitable length. Note ● If the sewing...
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...the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in the right direction. Install the bobbin wound with this machine. If bobbins from other models are used with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, ...-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that were designed to its highest position by the arrow. Memo ● When the sewing machine is turned after winding the thread around the...
...the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in the right direction. Install the bobbin wound with this machine. If bobbins from other models are used with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, ...-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that were designed to its highest position by the arrow. Memo ● When the sewing machine is turned after winding the thread around the...
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...counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with this machine. Slide the button and open the cover. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread c through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread comes out from the left tab in "Drawing up the...(see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left tab in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter 16 Replace ...
...counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with this machine. Slide the button and open the cover. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread c through the tension-adjusting spring of the thread comes out from the left tab in "Drawing up the...(see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left tab in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter 16 Replace ...
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... the presser foot. Draw up the lower thread as described in . Before you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of both threads d and pull them toward you (counterclockwise) so ... of the upper thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it . • The...
... the presser foot. Draw up the lower thread as described in . Before you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of both threads d and pull them toward you (counterclockwise) so ... of the upper thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it . • The...
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... number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to a higher number. 54 3 31 Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. For details, refer to page 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d ...the quality of fabric 4 Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to adjust it when you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you change fabric or thread.
... number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to a higher number. 54 3 31 Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. For details, refer to page 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d ...the quality of fabric 4 Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to adjust it when you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you change fabric or thread.
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... force, the needle may bend or break. If the glue is attached to its normal position. The foot will return to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is pushed with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. If the...
... force, the needle may bend or break. If the glue is attached to its normal position. The foot will return to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is pushed with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. If the...
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VARIOUS STITCHES Place a button between the holes in the same way. Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the j stitching to sew reinforcement stitches. Set the stitch length to the left as f the distance between...
VARIOUS STITCHES Place a button between the holes in the same way. Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the j stitching to sew reinforcement stitches. Set the stitch length to the left as f the distance between...
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... is called "scalloping". Sew parallel stitching at intervals of handkerchiefs. d a 1 cm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the stitches. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the edges of 1 cm c (3/8 inch). 1 • For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it...
... is called "scalloping". Sew parallel stitching at intervals of handkerchiefs. d a 1 cm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the stitches. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the edges of 1 cm c (3/8 inch). 1 • For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it...
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... it . Otherwise, you to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. a Needle plate cover 70 Switch the machine off and unplug it . Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it toward you may occur. Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover..., d and then slide it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; APPENDIX 4 APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.
... it . Otherwise, you to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. a Needle plate cover 70 Switch the machine off and unplug it . Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it toward you may occur. Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover..., d and then slide it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; APPENDIX 4 APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.
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... plate cover into the h needle plate, and then slide the cover back on the race. • Align the S and z marks. Insert the bobbin case so that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. • Do not put... oil on the bobbin case. CAUTION a Cleaning brush b Race ● Never use a bobbin case that the S mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from ...
... plate cover into the h needle plate, and then slide the cover back on the race. • Align the S and z marks. Insert the bobbin case so that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. • Do not put... oil on the bobbin case. CAUTION a Cleaning brush b Race ● Never use a bobbin case that the S mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from ...
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...controller properly. The needle is turned off. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that you want to you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The needle is not plugged in the... bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Reference page 9 page 9 page 13, 14 page 10 page 22 page 23 page 22 page 21 page 35 page 31 - ...
...controller properly. The needle is turned off. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that you want to you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The needle is not plugged in the... bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Reference page 9 page 9 page 13, 14 page 10 page 22 page 23 page 22 page 21 page 35 page 31 - ...
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... your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - The area around the hole in the presser foot is incorrect. Replace the bobbin. - Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 17 You have not fitted the spool properly. page 12 The thread tension is set incorrectly. Adjust...17 The fabric is tangled on it right Reference You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Fit the spool properly. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. You have not inserted the needle properly. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for the fabric...
... your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - The area around the hole in the presser foot is incorrect. Replace the bobbin. - Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 17 You have not fitted the spool properly. page 12 The thread tension is set incorrectly. Adjust...17 The fabric is tangled on it right Reference You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Fit the spool properly. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. You have not inserted the needle properly. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for the fabric...
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... have not used the right combination of fabric. The thread tension is too thick. The stitch adjustment level is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Correct the upper threading. Correct the upper threading. Remove the tangled thread. If the thread is incorrect. Adjust the stitch.... Lengthen the stitch length. If the thread is scratched. The bobbin case is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The thread is too fine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. Choose a thread and needle that ...
... have not used the right combination of fabric. The thread tension is too thick. The stitch adjustment level is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Correct the upper threading. Correct the upper threading. Remove the tangled thread. If the thread is incorrect. Adjust the stitch.... Lengthen the stitch length. If the thread is scratched. The bobbin case is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The thread is too fine. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. Choose a thread and needle that ...