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... plug, not the cord. 10. The wrong plate can cause the needle to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug the machine from all instructions before cleaning. 2.
... plug, not the cord. 10. The wrong plate can cause the needle to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug the machine from all instructions before cleaning. 2.
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...send the machine to unpack and repack the machine. If the problem is designed to change without notice. 2 Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send this product are subject to prevent damage. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. To give your local authorized... carefully while you need to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. Please follow the troubleshooting table in high humidity conditions. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and...
...send the machine to unpack and repack the machine. If the problem is designed to change without notice. 2 Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send this product are subject to prevent damage. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. To give your local authorized... carefully while you need to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. Please follow the troubleshooting table in high humidity conditions. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and...
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... Stitch Length Dial ...14 Stretch Stitching ...15 Stitch Width Dial ...15 Reverse Sewing Lever ...15 THREADING THE MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin ...16 Lower Threading ...18 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 19 Upper Threading ...21 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower...
... Stitch Length Dial ...14 Stretch Stitching ...15 Stitch Width Dial ...15 Reverse Sewing Lever ...15 THREADING THE MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin ...16 Lower Threading ...18 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 19 Upper Threading ...21 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower...
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...on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 1 3 4 7 62 51 G F 8 9 0 C A B 1 Bobbin winder (Page 16) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing. E D H J I Foot controller jack / socket (Page 7) Plug in the...) This controls the stitch width. 7 Upper tension-control dial (Page 25) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (Page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to the power supply. E Stitch length dial (Page 14) This controls the stitch length. H Main power and...
...on and off. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 1 3 4 7 62 51 G F 8 9 0 C A B 1 Bobbin winder (Page 16) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing. E D H J I Foot controller jack / socket (Page 7) Plug in the...) This controls the stitch width. 7 Upper tension-control dial (Page 25) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (Page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to the power supply. E Stitch length dial (Page 14) This controls the stitch length. H Main power and...
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... decorative stitches. THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. The "F" range is used for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being used. The position needed for best results. To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of...
... decorative stitches. THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. The "F" range is used for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being used. The position needed for best results. To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of...
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...Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Actual size 11... mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models 1 2 1Pre-tension disk 2Bobbin winder shaft Put the spool of thread on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin. If ...designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin 16 Pass the end of the thread through the hole on 2 the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft 2 Groove of the...
...Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Actual size 11... mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models 1 2 1Pre-tension disk 2Bobbin winder shaft Put the spool of thread on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin. If ...designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin 16 Pass the end of the thread through the hole on 2 the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft 2 Groove of the...
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... left and remove the bobbin. While holding the end of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the handwheel. 17 Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 5 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may 1 tangle around the bobbin a few times. Note ● The needle bar does not ...move when you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. ● Immediately after winding the bobbin, it may cause the thread tension to wind the thread CAUTION around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. If you follow the instructions carefully.
... left and remove the bobbin. While holding the end of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the handwheel. 17 Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 5 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may 1 tangle around the bobbin a few times. Note ● The needle bar does not ...move when you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. ● Immediately after winding the bobbin, it may cause the thread tension to wind the thread CAUTION around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. If you follow the instructions carefully.
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...the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise the needle to its highest position by the arrow. • Only ... break the needle. • Make sure that were designed to be used , the machine will not operate correctly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower Threading • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to loosen, and may break the needle. If bobbins from other models...
...the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise the needle to its highest position by the arrow. • Only ... break the needle. • Make sure that were designed to be used , the machine will not operate correctly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower Threading • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to loosen, and may break the needle. If bobbins from other models...
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... the illustration). 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models equipped with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. Reattach the bobbin cover. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine begins to turn off the... power. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin 4 down with a quick-set bobbin) This feature is only available on certain models. 1 CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin ...
... the illustration). 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for models equipped with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. Reattach the bobbin cover. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine begins to turn off the... power. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin 4 down with a quick-set bobbin) This feature is only available on certain models. 1 CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin ...
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...until the cover clicks into place. 2 1 • Only use bobbins that the thread is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring 20 If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. • You can begin sewing immediately... without drawing up the bobbin thread before you start to cut it is correctly inserted through the slit, and then pull the thread to sew, follow the procedure in "Drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that ...
...until the cover clicks into place. 2 1 • Only use bobbins that the thread is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring 20 If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. • You can begin sewing immediately... without drawing up the bobbin thread before you start to cut it is correctly inserted through the slit, and then pull the thread to sew, follow the procedure in "Drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that ...
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...presser foot using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to break. Feed the upper thread as shown in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to its highest position by 2 turning the handwheel toward ...you guide the thread through both thread guides: the back one first, and then the front one. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the needle. Pass the thread through the 5 thread take-up lever from right to turn the handwheel so that the ...
...presser foot using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to break. Feed the upper thread as shown in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to its highest position by 2 turning the handwheel toward ...you guide the thread through both thread guides: the back one first, and then the front one. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the needle. Pass the thread through the 5 thread take-up lever from right to turn the handwheel so that the ...
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... Needle threader lever Note ● When you use the needle threader, make sure the needle holder is lowered, the upper thread can easily be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader) This feature is only available on the... handwheel points directly up. 1 Needle bar thread guide IMPORTANT: 7 Thread the needle from front to back leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inch). • If your sewing machine is equipped with your left hand, then ...
... Needle threader lever Note ● When you use the needle threader, make sure the needle holder is lowered, the upper thread can easily be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader) This feature is only available on the... handwheel points directly up. 1 Needle bar thread guide IMPORTANT: 7 Thread the needle from front to back leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inch). • If your sewing machine is equipped with your left hand, then ...
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... turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward the Raise the needle threader lever and pull out 6 about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the back of the machine (away from you). Make needle toward the back of the sewing sure that the hook grabs it. If you... the needle. Pull down the needle threader lever as much 4 as the twin needle and wing needle. the needle and grabs the thread. 1 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread • Hold the thread in the range of 90/14-100/16. ● You can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16...
... turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward the Raise the needle threader lever and pull out 6 about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the back of the machine (away from you). Make needle toward the back of the sewing sure that the hook grabs it. If you... the needle. Pull down the needle threader lever as much 4 as the twin needle and wing needle. the needle and grabs the thread. 1 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread • Hold the thread in the range of 90/14-100/16. ● You can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16...
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...needles could break and injure you. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you use the same color or two different colors of thread for this may cause the needle to 3. The needle could break and damage the machine. ● When using the twin needle, make ...part code: X57521-021). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the Lower Thread While lightly holding the end of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread • The bobbin cover should still be left over. When sewing...
...needles could break and injure you. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you use the same color or two different colors of thread for this may cause the needle to 3. The needle could break and damage the machine. ● When using the twin needle, make ...part code: X57521-021). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the Lower Thread While lightly holding the end of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread • The bobbin cover should still be left over. When sewing...
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...9632; Correct Tension Correct tension is too Loose Loops appear on the back of the machine. Put the second spool of the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar thread guide Note Models Equipped with a Needle Threader ● You can not use the needle threader to back. Memo ● We recommend ... pin, but do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you pass it when you . ■ Attaching the Extra Spool Pin The tension of the thread will affect the quality of the fabric. 2 1 54 3 3 5 4 Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a lower number. ...
...9632; Correct Tension Correct tension is too Loose Loops appear on the back of the machine. Put the second spool of the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar thread guide Note Models Equipped with a Needle Threader ● You can not use the needle threader to back. Memo ● We recommend ... pin, but do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you pass it when you . ■ Attaching the Extra Spool Pin The tension of the thread will affect the quality of the fabric. 2 1 54 3 3 5 4 Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a lower number. ...
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... stitches. 26 The wrong combination may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Medium weight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn...
... stitches. 26 The wrong combination may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Medium weight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn...
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...the foot controller. • You can use bent or broken needles, otherwise you (counterclockwise). Raise the needle to adjust the needle position. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, and you are using the machine. Straight Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)]...carefully while you may be injured. 27 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit a pin or any other way may cause the thread to strengthen a stitch. Release the foot controller to 5 selects the left needle position; Keep your hands away from the edge of the 3 ...
...the foot controller. • You can use bent or broken needles, otherwise you (counterclockwise). Raise the needle to adjust the needle position. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, and you are using the machine. Straight Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)]...carefully while you may be injured. 27 CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit a pin or any other way may cause the thread to strengthen a stitch. Release the foot controller to 5 selects the left needle position; Keep your hands away from the edge of the 3 ...
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... and start sewing. ■ Removing the Material from the end of the seam or to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch width dial between 0 and 5. 1 Thread cutter 28 Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Zigzag Stitch F-4 0-5 (1/64-3/16) (0-3/16) ■ Zigzag Stitch Turn...fabrics. Set the pattern selection dial to strengthen a stitch. To prepare the machine for the next seam, 4 pull about 10 cm (4 inch) of thread through the toes of the presser foot toward the back of zigzag stitches. (This acts as a pivot. Stitch to the end of the machine . ...
... and start sewing. ■ Removing the Material from the end of the seam or to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch width dial between 0 and 5. 1 Thread cutter 28 Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Zigzag Stitch F-4 0-5 (1/64-3/16) (0-3/16) ■ Zigzag Stitch Turn...fabrics. Set the pattern selection dial to strengthen a stitch. To prepare the machine for the next seam, 4 pull about 10 cm (4 inch) of thread through the toes of the presser foot toward the back of zigzag stitches. (This acts as a pivot. Stitch to the end of the machine . ...
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...-like the hem of a pair of fabric 3 10 mm (3/8 inch) 4 5 mm (3/16 inch) Note ● The Stretch Blind Hem Stitch is tighter 2 than normal. Both threads should be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on non-stretch fabrics, and the Stretch Blind Hem Stitch for stretch fabrics. Fold... (inch)] [mm (inch)] Blind Hem Stitch F-2 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) When the fabric is unfolded you will be the same color as the 1 fabric. Adjust the thread tension so that 3 it is useful for stretch fabrics.
...-like the hem of a pair of fabric 3 10 mm (3/8 inch) 4 5 mm (3/16 inch) Note ● The Stretch Blind Hem Stitch is tighter 2 than normal. Both threads should be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on non-stretch fabrics, and the Stretch Blind Hem Stitch for stretch fabrics. Fold... (inch)] [mm (inch)] Blind Hem Stitch F-2 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) When the fabric is unfolded you will be the same color as the 1 fabric. Adjust the thread tension so that 3 it is useful for stretch fabrics.
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... on the fabric. 1 As you sew, stretch the elastic in front of the tear, sew using the Elastic Stitch. 2 Make sure you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Following the line of and 2 behind the presser foot. 30 You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing...
... on the fabric. 1 As you sew, stretch the elastic in front of the tear, sew using the Elastic Stitch. 2 Make sure you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Following the line of and 2 behind the presser foot. 30 You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing...