Operation Manual
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... be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. The machine should always be left unattended while plugged in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not intended for household use bent needles. 13...
... be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. The machine should always be left unattended while plugged in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not intended for household use bent needles. 13...
Operation Manual
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...;arse. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Guarde el cartón y los materiales de embalaje. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send the machine to take -up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. Do not...
...;arse. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Guarde el cartón y los materiales de embalaje. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send the machine to take -up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. Do not...
Operation Manual
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... Stitching ...24 Stitch Width Dial ...25 Reverse Sewing Lever ...25 THREADING THE MACHINE 26 Winding the Bobbin ...26 Lower Threading ...28 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 30 Upper Threading ...32 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle... threader 34 Drawing up the Lower Thread ...36 Sewing with a Twin Needle ...36 Thread Tension ...38 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 39 2. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 52 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 52 Adjusting...
... Stitching ...24 Stitch Width Dial ...25 Reverse Sewing Lever ...25 THREADING THE MACHINE 26 Winding the Bobbin ...26 Lower Threading ...28 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 30 Upper Threading ...32 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle... threader 34 Drawing up the Lower Thread ...36 Sewing with a Twin Needle ...36 Thread Tension ...38 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 39 2. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 52 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 52 Adjusting...
Operation Manual
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... Foot controller (page 15) You can use as the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (page 27, 32) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (page 27, 32) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (page 33) 5 Hole for extra spool pin... (page 25) This controls the stitch width. 7 Upper tension-control dial (page 38) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (page 43) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (page 34) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (page...
... Foot controller (page 15) You can use as the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (page 27, 32) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (page 27, 32) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (page 33) 5 Hole for extra spool pin... (page 25) This controls the stitch width. 7 Upper tension-control dial (page 38) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (page 43) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (page 34) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (page...
Operation Manual
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... 1 2 1Pre-tension disk/ Disco pretensor 2Bobbin winder shaft / Eje de la devanadora de bobina 26 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE / CONOZCA SU MÁQUINA DE COSER THREADING THE MACHINE / ENHEBRADO DE LA MÁQUINA Winding the Bobbin / Devanado de la bobina CAUTION/PRECAUCIÓN ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB...
... 1 2 1Pre-tension disk/ Disco pretensor 2Bobbin winder shaft / Eje de la devanadora de bobina 26 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE / CONOZCA SU MÁQUINA DE COSER THREADING THE MACHINE / ENHEBRADO DE LA MÁQUINA Winding the Bobbin / Devanado de la bobina CAUTION/PRECAUCIÓN ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB...
Operation Manual
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... dos hilos unos 10 cm (4 pulg.) y colóquelos en la parte trasera de la máquina, debajo del pie prensatela. 1 Upper thread / Hilo superior 2 Lower thread / Hilo inferior 36 • The bobbin cover should still be left over. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE / CONOZCA SU MÁQUINA DE COSER Drawing ... cutting it. Pase el hilo por la ranura en la dirección de la flecha y no lo corte. Pull on certain models. Pass the thread along the slit in the 2 previous steps 1 to lower and then raise the needle. Puede utilizar hilo de un mismo color o de diferentes colores...
... dos hilos unos 10 cm (4 pulg.) y colóquelos en la parte trasera de la máquina, debajo del pie prensatela. 1 Upper thread / Hilo superior 2 Lower thread / Hilo inferior 36 • The bobbin cover should still be left over. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE / CONOZCA SU MÁQUINA DE COSER Drawing ... cutting it. Pase el hilo por la ranura en la dirección de la flecha y no lo corte. Pull on certain models. Pass the thread along the slit in the 2 previous steps 1 to lower and then raise the needle. Puede utilizar hilo de un mismo color o de diferentes colores...
Operation Manual
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...225;quina. . Suba la aguja a la posición más alta y asegúrese de que el tirahilo también lo esté. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the 3 left hand side. Para preparar la máquina para la siguiente costura, pase el hilo unos 10 cm (4 pulg.) por la... the presser foot toward the back of the fabric. Coloque el selector de puntadas en la puntada de zig-zag y, a continuación, comience a coser. 1 Thread cutter / Cortador de hilo 43 To prepare the machine for 1 cm (3/8 inch) from the Machine Extracción del material de la máquina Stop the...
...225;quina. . Suba la aguja a la posición más alta y asegúrese de que el tirahilo también lo esté. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the 3 left hand side. Para preparar la máquina para la siguiente costura, pase el hilo unos 10 cm (4 pulg.) por la... the presser foot toward the back of the fabric. Coloque el selector de puntadas en la puntada de zig-zag y, a continuación, comience a coser. 1 Thread cutter / Cortador de hilo 43 To prepare the machine for 1 cm (3/8 inch) from the Machine Extracción del material de la máquina Stop the...
Operation Manual
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... the fabric, lower the presser foot, and then sew 2 or 3 stitches. Without allowing the fabric to 3 cm (1 1/8 inch) 8 of the fabric, release the thread and guide the fabric from the edges of the fabric just behind the needle and lower the presser foot. Keep a uniform amount of the presser... lentamente. 3 mm (1/8 inch) 3 mm (1/8 inch) 1 Needle / Aguja Raise the needle and the presser foot, then 5 hold the ends of the upper and lower thread to the Straight Stitch. Attach the Narrow Hemmer Foot and then set 2 the pattern selection dial to prevent them toward the back of the presser...
... the fabric, lower the presser foot, and then sew 2 or 3 stitches. Without allowing the fabric to 3 cm (1 1/8 inch) 8 of the fabric, release the thread and guide the fabric from the edges of the fabric just behind the needle and lower the presser foot. Keep a uniform amount of the presser... lentamente. 3 mm (1/8 inch) 3 mm (1/8 inch) 1 Needle / Aguja Raise the needle and the presser foot, then 5 hold the ends of the upper and lower thread to the Straight Stitch. Attach the Narrow Hemmer Foot and then set 2 the pattern selection dial to prevent them toward the back of the presser...
Operation Manual
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... the needle. page 32, 37 - - - Possible cause How to put it right The machine is tangled in . You have not threaded the upper thread properly. (For example, you want to sew. The needle is scratched. Fit the spool properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service...nearest authorized service center. The needle is not appropriate for the Choose a needle that has been designed for this machine. The upper thread breaks. Turn on the main power switch. appropriate for the type of stitch that you have not used the foot controller properly. ...
... the needle. page 32, 37 - - - Possible cause How to put it right The machine is tangled in . You have not threaded the upper thread properly. (For example, you want to sew. The needle is scratched. Fit the spool properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service...nearest authorized service center. The needle is not appropriate for the Choose a needle that has been designed for this machine. The upper thread breaks. Turn on the main power switch. appropriate for the type of stitch that you have not used the foot controller properly. ...
Operation Manual
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...been designed for this machine. You have not used the right combination of fabric. Wind the bobbin thread properly. page 26 The thread ten- Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 38 6 You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. ... page 32 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Fit the spool properly. Wind the bobbin properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized ...
...been designed for this machine. You have not used the right combination of fabric. Wind the bobbin thread properly. page 26 The thread ten- Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 38 6 You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. ... page 32 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Fit the spool properly. Wind the bobbin properly. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized ...
Operation Manual
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...is damaged. Insert the needle properly. Reference page 32 page 39 page 16 page 16 page 70 page 70 page 32 - Choose a thread and needle that you want to sew. There is tangled. Turn the handwheel toward you are using is correct for the type of stitch...69 74 APPENDIX / ANEXO Symptom Possible cause How to put it right You have not inserted the needle properly. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. The darning plate is too fine. The needle is incorrect. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest ...
...is damaged. Insert the needle properly. Reference page 32 page 39 page 16 page 16 page 70 page 70 page 32 - Choose a thread and needle that you want to sew. There is tangled. Turn the handwheel toward you are using is correct for the type of stitch...69 74 APPENDIX / ANEXO Symptom Possible cause How to put it right You have not inserted the needle properly. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. The darning plate is too fine. The needle is incorrect. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest ...
Operation Manual
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...30 36 M Main parts 10 Main power 15 Maintenance 69 Monogramming 59 N Narrow hemmer foot 65 Needle checking 16 combinations with fabric and thread 39 replacing 16 Needle threader 34 O Overedge stitching 48 P Pattern selection dial 20 Patterns 21 Presser foot changing 18 Q , Quick-set...37 Stitch length dial 24 Stitch width dial 25 Stitches built-in 45 names 21 Straight stitching 41 Stretch stitching 24 T Thread cutter 43 Thread tension 38 Threading , lower 28 30 needle threader 34 twin needle 37 upper 32 Triple zigzag stretch stitching 50 Troubleshooting 72 Twin needle ...
...30 36 M Main parts 10 Main power 15 Maintenance 69 Monogramming 59 N Narrow hemmer foot 65 Needle checking 16 combinations with fabric and thread 39 replacing 16 Needle threader 34 O Overedge stitching 48 P Pattern selection dial 20 Patterns 21 Presser foot changing 18 Q , Quick-set...37 Stitch length dial 24 Stitch width dial 25 Stitches built-in 45 names 21 Straight stitching 41 Stretch stitching 24 T Thread cutter 43 Thread tension 38 Threading , lower 28 30 needle threader 34 twin needle 37 upper 32 Triple zigzag stretch stitching 50 Troubleshooting 72 Twin needle ...
Accessory Catalog
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...construction, heirloom sewing or home decoration can only dream about. Please refer to the following pages to ensure the accurate selection (i.e. Brother Sewing Machine Lineup 03 Please select your machine from a variety of utility and decorative sewing stitches when you need a lightweight and ... PS3700 G: XL3500i/T, XL2600i, XL3510 H: XL6452, 6562, XR-46C, 52C, XR65T I : PX100, 200, 300, XR31 to use, unique cassette based threading system, these compact and mid-sized sewing machines. This letter can then be cross-referenced with advanced features one can be easily created with these...
...construction, heirloom sewing or home decoration can only dream about. Please refer to the following pages to ensure the accurate selection (i.e. Brother Sewing Machine Lineup 03 Please select your machine from a variety of utility and decorative sewing stitches when you need a lightweight and ... PS3700 G: XL3500i/T, XL2600i, XL3510 H: XL6452, 6562, XR-46C, 52C, XR65T I : PX100, 200, 300, XR31 to use, unique cassette based threading system, these compact and mid-sized sewing machines. This letter can then be cross-referenced with advanced features one can be easily created with these...
Accessory Catalog
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... on lightweight fabrics. 1. Place the fabric with the wrong side facing up under the presser foot. 3. Attach the presser foot. 3. Increase upper thread tension. 2. Lower the needle into the fabric approximately 1/8" from the edge and sew 2-3 stitches. 4. SA164 ABCDEFJKMN SA149 GHILOP SA114 ABCDEFGHJKLMNO SA122 IP...up under the presser foot. 2. Slowly sew 2-3 stitches, making sure the fabric is Project Book (See page 53 for details.) www.brother.com Hold the fabric from the back and front and roll it into the curled part of the foot. 7. Continue to sew to create...
... on lightweight fabrics. 1. Place the fabric with the wrong side facing up under the presser foot. 3. Attach the presser foot. 3. Increase upper thread tension. 2. Lower the needle into the fabric approximately 1/8" from the edge and sew 2-3 stitches. 4. SA164 ABCDEFJKMN SA149 GHILOP SA114 ABCDEFGHJKLMNO SA122 IP...up under the presser foot. 2. Slowly sew 2-3 stitches, making sure the fabric is Project Book (See page 53 for details.) www.brother.com Hold the fabric from the back and front and roll it into the curled part of the foot. 7. Continue to sew to create...
Accessory Catalog
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... (with leveling button) This zigzag foot is 4000D, 2500D, 1500D, and QC-1000. 1. SA131 PC-6500/8500 King Thread Spool Stand Brother General Sewing Accessories 14 King Thread Spool Stand Lets you use optional feet on the left side of the presser foot, lower the presser foot. 2. It ...8482; 4500D, Innov-is equipped with a feature that keeps the foot level when sewing thick seams. 1. Place the thread spool on Presser Foot Shaft with the screw. 3. Brother General Sewing Accessories 13 Zigzag Foot (with leveling button) Adapter for Low Shank Attaching this adapter onto the presser foot shaft...
... (with leveling button) This zigzag foot is 4000D, 2500D, 1500D, and QC-1000. 1. SA131 PC-6500/8500 King Thread Spool Stand Brother General Sewing Accessories 14 King Thread Spool Stand Lets you use optional feet on the left side of the presser foot, lower the presser foot. 2. It ...8482; 4500D, Innov-is equipped with a feature that keeps the foot level when sewing thick seams. 1. Place the thread spool on Presser Foot Shaft with the screw. 3. Brother General Sewing Accessories 13 Zigzag Foot (with leveling button) Adapter for Low Shank Attaching this adapter onto the presser foot shaft...
Accessory Catalog
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... quilting and sewing projects. With a free-motion guide grip: SA-TFM4000D A:DuettaTM4500D,Innov-is400D,2500D,1500D,QC-1000 SATFM6000D A:QuattroTM6000D www.brother.com Thread Cassette Wide Tables Brother General Sewing Accessories 16 Thread Cassette For sewing machines with a new Bobbin Clip mechanism that is 500D/500,CS8150,8130,8120,8080,8070,8060,80 SE...
... quilting and sewing projects. With a free-motion guide grip: SA-TFM4000D A:DuettaTM4500D,Innov-is400D,2500D,1500D,QC-1000 SATFM6000D A:QuattroTM6000D www.brother.com Thread Cassette Wide Tables Brother General Sewing Accessories 16 Thread Cassette For sewing machines with a new Bobbin Clip mechanism that is 500D/500,CS8150,8130,8120,8080,8070,8060,80 SE...
Accessory Catalog
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... foot over the desired seams or pattern markings. 3. SA158 ABCDEFJKMN www.brother.com Stitch braid in place. Insert cords or threads into each hole on the machine. 2. It can be used with brother sewing machines of the presser foot, and place each cord into each ...pull the braid behind the presser foot. 4. SA110 ABCDEFJKMN SA148 GHILOP Cording Foot (5-hole) Used for embellishing 1 to 3 cords or decorative threads. Brother Embellishment Feet 19 Braiding Foot Clear-view Foot Baby Blanket, Pillow & Bib created by June Mellinger Braiding Foot Attaches up the cords, and...
... foot over the desired seams or pattern markings. 3. SA158 ABCDEFJKMN www.brother.com Stitch braid in place. Insert cords or threads into each hole on the machine. 2. It can be used with brother sewing machines of the presser foot, and place each cord into each ...pull the braid behind the presser foot. 4. SA110 ABCDEFJKMN SA148 GHILOP Cording Foot (5-hole) Used for embellishing 1 to 3 cords or decorative threads. Brother Embellishment Feet 19 Braiding Foot Clear-view Foot Baby Blanket, Pillow & Bib created by June Mellinger Braiding Foot Attaches up the cords, and...
Accessory Catalog
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...sew. Select zigzag stitch and set the stitch width to mark. 2. Sew a few stitches to more than 5 mm. 2. Increase the upper thread tension. 3. Girl's Dress Innov-is Project Book (See page 47 for clothing as well as knits. 1. Adding decorative stitches over seams or ... stitch, left needle position. 2. Requires Low Shank Adapter for securing edges of the foot. 3. For appliqué: 1. Ideal for details.) Brother Embellishment Feet Open Toe Foot 22 Pearls and Sequins Foot Metal type SA146 IP Open Toe Foot Provides better visibility in place using . 3. Works...
...sew. Select zigzag stitch and set the stitch width to mark. 2. Sew a few stitches to more than 5 mm. 2. Increase the upper thread tension. 3. Girl's Dress Innov-is Project Book (See page 47 for clothing as well as knits. 1. Adding decorative stitches over seams or ... stitch, left needle position. 2. Requires Low Shank Adapter for securing edges of the foot. 3. For appliqué: 1. Ideal for details.) Brother Embellishment Feet Open Toe Foot 22 Pearls and Sequins Foot Metal type SA146 IP Open Toe Foot Provides better visibility in place using . 3. Works...
Accessory Catalog
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... and use that to guide your first row of tucks can be adjusted. 1. www.brother.com Draw a reference line to sew the first row in one of stitch length, tuck...cm) past the needle to slide the fabric from left into gathers or tucks. Sew slowly for details.) Brother Embellishment Feet Pin Tuck Foot 24 Ruffler Foot Pin Tuck Foot This presser foot has 7 grooves and produces ... amount of tuck or gather by placing the completed row in the center position. 3. Brother Embellishment Feet 23 Bed Runner & Pillowcase Innov-is Project Book (See pages 16 and 17 for most consistent results...
... and use that to guide your first row of tucks can be adjusted. 1. www.brother.com Draw a reference line to sew the first row in one of stitch length, tuck...cm) past the needle to slide the fabric from left into gathers or tucks. Sew slowly for details.) Brother Embellishment Feet Pin Tuck Foot 24 Ruffler Foot Pin Tuck Foot This presser foot has 7 grooves and produces ... amount of tuck or gather by placing the completed row in the center position. 3. Brother Embellishment Feet 23 Bed Runner & Pillowcase Innov-is Project Book (See pages 16 and 17 for most consistent results...
Accessory Catalog
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..., outline quilting, etc. 1. Walking Foot SA140 ABCDEFJKMN SA166 L SA107 GHO SA169 I Open Toe Walking Foot SA188 ABCDEFJKMN www.brother.com Brother Quilting Feet 27 Open Toe Quilting Foot Quilting Foot SA187 ABCDEFGHMNO SA129 ABCDEFGHMNO SA165 L Open Toe Quilting Foot The large opening on... foot controller so that can be moved between stitches and to straight stitch. 3. Gently holding the upper and bobbin threads sew about four locking stitches and finish the thread ends. Lower the feed dogs. 2. Lower the feed dogs. 3. Set the fabric under the presser foot. 6....
..., outline quilting, etc. 1. Walking Foot SA140 ABCDEFJKMN SA166 L SA107 GHO SA169 I Open Toe Walking Foot SA188 ABCDEFJKMN www.brother.com Brother Quilting Feet 27 Open Toe Quilting Foot Quilting Foot SA187 ABCDEFGHMNO SA129 ABCDEFGHMNO SA165 L Open Toe Quilting Foot The large opening on... foot controller so that can be moved between stitches and to straight stitch. 3. Gently holding the upper and bobbin threads sew about four locking stitches and finish the thread ends. Lower the feed dogs. 2. Lower the feed dogs. 3. Set the fabric under the presser foot. 6....