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Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V67 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V67 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY 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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...; The plastic bag that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention to assure correct installation. 2 Do not use a damaged or incorrect... Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any object into any adjustments in injuries. 6 Special care is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any...
...; The plastic bag that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention to assure correct installation. 2 Do not use a damaged or incorrect... Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any object into any adjustments in injuries. 6 Special care is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any...
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... guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. i Spool pin (page 10, 15 and 23) This holds the spool of the upper thread. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to select the stitch and specify the various ...This is being used to cut them. s Thread guide cover (page 17 and 23) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used . ...
... guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. i Spool pin (page 10, 15 and 23) This holds the spool of the upper thread. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to select the stitch and specify the various ...This is being used to cut them. s Thread guide cover (page 17 and 23) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used . ...
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...the back. Install the twin needle. For details on installing a needle, refer to back. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 79). a • ...When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can be damaged. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Manually thread the left needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and ...
...the back. Install the twin needle. For details on installing a needle, refer to back. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 79). a • ...When setting the thread spool, set it so that have designed your machine so you . ● You can be damaged. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). Manually thread the left needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and ...
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...the stitch length and width" (page 38). Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. 33 "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). • For details on changing the presser foot, refer to sew" (page 39). h • For details on the stitches that the needle does ...threader may bend or break. Turn on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Attach zigzag foot "J". Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. k For details on the sewing machine. X Two lines of "Upper threading" (page ...
...the stitch length and width" (page 38). Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. 33 "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). • For details on changing the presser foot, refer to sew" (page 39). h • For details on the stitches that the needle does ...threader may bend or break. Turn on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Attach zigzag foot "J". Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. k For details on the sewing machine. X Two lines of "Upper threading" (page ...
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...Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Needle drop point 45 They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16)... the overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. a Select a stitch. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. b • For details, refer to turn off the main power before...
...Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Needle drop point 45 They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16)... the overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. a Select a stitch. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. b • For details, refer to turn off the main power before...
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... the left needle position) and the triple stretch stitch, the needle position can be adjusted. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Left J 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. tive stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16... width b Stitch width adjustment key c Left needle position d Right needle position 47 Attach zigzag foot "J". a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
... the left needle position) and the triple stretch stitch, the needle position can be adjusted. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Left J 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. tive stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16... width b Stitch width adjustment key c Left needle position d Right needle position 47 Attach zigzag foot "J". a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
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... onto the arm or the length is too short, the fabric will not feed and desired results may not be achieved. Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "+" side ... adjustment key, then the needle drop point will be changed to the right. ● When the size of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Pattern No. Stitch numbers "0", "1", "2" or "3" may be displayed on the ...
... onto the arm or the length is too short, the fabric will not feed and desired results may not be achieved. Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "+" side ... adjustment key, then the needle drop point will be changed to the right. ● When the size of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Pattern No. Stitch numbers "0", "1", "2" or "3" may be displayed on the ...
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... are sewn from the front of the button). The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. A 41 Keyhole buttonholes for fabrics that have backings 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 (1/32...) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) * No No Auto Rfc. CAUTION ● Be sure to the back, as shown below. 1 1 1 1 a Reinforcement stitching 51 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual...
... are sewn from the front of the button). The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. A 41 Keyhole buttonholes for fabrics that have backings 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 (1/32...) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) * No No Auto Rfc. CAUTION ● Be sure to the back, as shown below. 1 1 1 1 a Reinforcement stitching 51 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual...
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...47. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Wrong side of fabric a Basting stitching b Reverse stitches c Wrong side of fabric d End of the needle. Application Stitch... Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I 01 Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) ...
...47. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Wrong side of fabric a Basting stitching b Reverse stitches c Wrong side of fabric d End of the needle. Application Stitch... Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I 01 Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) ...
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... button) is necessary that a suitable length of the stretched elastic tape. b Sew the fabric without stretching it is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Pin the elastic tape to turn off the main power before replacing the presser... ( J ) *Select a stitch width of the following stitching operations. b Select a stitch. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-...
... button) is necessary that a suitable length of the stretched elastic tape. b Sew the fabric without stretching it is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Pin the elastic tape to turn off the main power before replacing the presser... ( J ) *Select a stitch width of the following stitching operations. b Select a stitch. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-...
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... (1/8) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) ** Yes No Rfc. ( J ) Appliqué stitch (for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. J 15 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) ...Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing...
... (1/8) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) ** Yes No Rfc. ( J ) Appliqué stitch (for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. J 15 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) ...Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing...
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...strikes the presser foot, injury may strike the presser foot and cause injury. ● Be sure to turn the handwheel toward the front of the machine to the presser bar. ■ For a seam allowance on the left side 3 Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge ... foot, sew at a speed between the top and bottom layers of fabric is loose, the needle may result. a Remove the presser foot and the presser foot b holder. • For details, refer to "Changing the needle position" (page 47). Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using...
...strikes the presser foot, injury may strike the presser foot and cause injury. ● Be sure to turn the handwheel toward the front of the machine to the presser bar. ■ For a seam allowance on the left side 3 Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge ... foot, sew at a speed between the top and bottom layers of fabric is loose, the needle may result. a Remove the presser foot and the presser foot b holder. • For details, refer to "Changing the needle position" (page 47). Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using...
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...be sewn. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, J 02 sewing stretch fabrics and decora- CAUTION ● Be sure to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. b Start sewing. tive stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ... (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Determine the desired length of the bar tack. Bar tack stitching Bar...
...be sewn. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, J 02 sewing stretch fabrics and decora- CAUTION ● Be sure to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. b Start sewing. tive stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ... (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Determine the desired length of the bar tack. Bar tack stitching Bar...
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... ( J ) No No Rfc. No No Rfc. N 27 Decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Shell tuck stitch Smocking stitch Satin scallop stitch J 19 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching J 20 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching...stitching Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching J 16 and sewing overcasting on thin, N 30 medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. No No Rfc....
... ( J ) No No Rfc. No No Rfc. N 27 Decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Shell tuck stitch Smocking stitch Satin scallop stitch J 19 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching J 20 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching...stitching Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching J 16 and sewing overcasting on thin, N 30 medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. No No Rfc....
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d After sewing is called "fagoting". g 69 Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 6.0 (15/64) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. ...the two pieces of the thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Decorative hemming on blouses and children's clothing. Sew with the center of the presser foot f aligned along their...
d After sewing is called "fagoting". g 69 Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 6.0 (15/64) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. ...the two pieces of the thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Decorative hemming on blouses and children's clothing. Sew with the center of the presser foot f aligned along their...
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...weave fabrics. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to the back. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● ...d 72 Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may be damaged. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" ...
...weave fabrics. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to the back. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● ...d 72 Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may be damaged. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" ...
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...sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Sewing... needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle,...whether the twin needle can be damaged. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Left J 00 Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch J ...
...sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Sewing... needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle,...whether the twin needle can be damaged. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Left J 00 Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch J ...