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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
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... the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. For a longer service life 1. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the operation manual to...
... the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. For a longer service life 1. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the operation manual to...
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...sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop...
...sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop...
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...This holds a second spool of thread for use this to control the sewing speed, and to cut them. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11...) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The ...
...This holds a second spool of thread for use this to control the sewing speed, and to cut them. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11...) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The ...
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...the bobbin cover to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to sew in place. e Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to hold the needle in the sewing direction. Operation buttons The operation buttons help ...raise or lower the needle. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. When sewing is stopped, the needle is depressed. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to start...
...the bobbin cover to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to sew in place. e Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to hold the needle in the sewing direction. Operation buttons The operation buttons help ...raise or lower the needle. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. When sewing is stopped, the needle is depressed. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to start...
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... key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to reduce the stitch width; Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). For details, refer to use. If the accessories are not in millimeters (4) are stored in the bag...
... key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to reduce the stitch width; Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). For details, refer to use. If the accessories are not in millimeters (4) are stored in the bag...
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only) G 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" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others No. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot Part... / Canada Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 8 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700 G The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized ...
only) G 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" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others No. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot Part... / Canada Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 8 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700 G The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized ...
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... on the cord. If the cord or plug is intended to fit in to your authorized dealer for the power source. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to heat. Electric shock may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock. ●...Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to "I". If the plug does not fit...
... on the cord. If the cord or plug is intended to fit in to your authorized dealer for the power source. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to heat. Electric shock may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock. ●...Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to "I". If the plug does not fit...
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... when the machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. Instead, the machine can be sure to turn on the sewing machine. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop button). Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a faster speed. X The needle stop . When you take your foot off the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller...
... when the machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. Instead, the machine can be sure to turn on the sewing machine. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop button). Hold down lightly, the machine will run at a faster speed. X The needle stop . When you take your foot off the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller...
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... the bobbin 1 This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the sewing machine. Only use the bobbin that comes with this pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may ... thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on this machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. e 11 Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the...
... the bobbin 1 This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the sewing machine. Only use the bobbin that comes with this pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may ... thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on this machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. e 11 Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the...
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...start/stop button). Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is plugged in, the start/stop button... ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin a few times. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start...
...start/stop button). Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is plugged in, the start/stop button... ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin a few times. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start...
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... off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start . Note ● If the sewing machine is to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button) to the right. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may...1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft b so that the spring on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). a Sewing speed controller a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to start...
... off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start . Note ● If the sewing machine is to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button) to the right. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may...1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft b so that the spring on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). a Sewing speed controller a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to start...
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...in so the thread comes out in c the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used with thread. • For more details on Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models ... your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • Make sure that were designed to sew, you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect...
...in so the thread comes out in c the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used with thread. • For more details on Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models ... your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • Make sure that were designed to sew, you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect...
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... handwheel b toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the wheel points up before threading the... sewing machine. 16 a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to raise the needle. a Spool pin b...
... handwheel b toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the wheel points up before threading the... sewing machine. 16 a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to raise the needle. a Spool pin b...
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Feed the upper thread as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to break. Lower the presser foot lever. Make sure you guide the thread through 6 of the procedure in... hand. ● The needle threader can only use needles in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread ...as far as possible, and c then put a spool of thread on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16.
Feed the upper thread as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to break. Lower the presser foot lever. Make sure you guide the thread through 6 of the procedure in... hand. ● The needle threader can only use needles in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread ...as far as possible, and c then put a spool of thread on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16.
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e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through the eye of the needle. X The end of the sewing machine. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the needle threader rotates toward you may cause sewing problems. 18
e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through the eye of the needle. X The end of the sewing machine. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the needle threader rotates toward you may cause sewing problems. 18
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...thread Silk thread 50-80 30 Size of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14...injury. Refer to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis...
...thread Silk thread 50-80 30 Size of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14...injury. Refer to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis...
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...distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Do not use a bent needle. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be skipped stitches. In addition,...according to the instructions in the table on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with thin needles (such as 65/9 to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle ...
...distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may bend or break. Do not use a bent needle. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be skipped stitches. In addition,...according to the instructions in the table on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with thin needles (such as 65/9 to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle ...
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...removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may fall off. a Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, ...otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with your left hand, and then d use the...
...removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may fall off. a Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, ...otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with your left hand, and then d use the...
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... with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on the controller, the machine will start /stop button is positioned to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Raise the presser foot lever. c a Presser foot... step on , b turn it off. Using other any presser feet may be read. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start and you may cause an accident or...
... with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on the controller, the machine will start /stop button is positioned to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Raise the presser foot lever. c a Presser foot... step on , b turn it off. Using other any presser feet may be read. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start and you may cause an accident or...