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... web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use of the appliance by a person responsible for use by persons (including children) with the bag due to assure correct installation. 8 For repair or adjustment: • If the Light unit (light-emitting diode) is required...
... web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use of the appliance by a person responsible for use by persons (including children) with the bag due to assure correct installation. 8 For repair or adjustment: • If the Light unit (light-emitting diode) is required...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... 5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting plugs 6 Main power and sewing light switch 7 Foot controller 7 Checking the needle 7 Replacing the needle 7 Changing the presser foot 8 THE CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Stretch stitching 9 Patterns and stitch names 10 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Reverse sewing lever 13 THREADING THE MACHINE 13 Winding the bobbin 13 Lower threading 15 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 16 Upper threading 17 Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a twin needle (Option 25 Thread tension 27...
... 5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting plugs 6 Main power and sewing light switch 7 Foot controller 7 Checking the needle 7 Replacing the needle 7 Changing the presser foot 8 THE CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Stretch stitching 9 Patterns and stitch names 10 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Reverse sewing lever 13 THREADING THE MACHINE 13 Winding the bobbin 13 Lower threading 15 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 16 Upper threading 17 Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a twin needle (Option 25 Thread tension 27...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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Depending on machine) 2 Buttonhole foot "A" 3 Zipper foot "I" 4 Darning Plate 5 Button sewing foot "M" Part Code Americas Others XC4901-021 XD1792-031 XE9369-001 XC6063-021 XE2137-001 No. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle (2.0/75 needle) 3 Walking Foot 4 Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others XE2241-001 X57521-021 SA107 SA129 F034N: XC2165-002 F005N: XC1948-052 No. No. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the model you easily perform most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. ...
Depending on machine) 2 Buttonhole foot "A" 3 Zipper foot "I" 4 Darning Plate 5 Button sewing foot "M" Part Code Americas Others XC4901-021 XD1792-031 XE9369-001 XC6063-021 XE2137-001 No. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle (2.0/75 needle) 3 Walking Foot 4 Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others XE2241-001 X57521-021 SA107 SA129 F034N: XC2165-002 F005N: XC1948-052 No. No. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the model you easily perform most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. ...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 19) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 16) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing lever (Page 13) Push this to control the sewing speed, and to choose the stitch you want. F Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 36) J F KG H I Presser foot lever (Page 18) Used to manually raise and lower the needle...
... the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 19) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 16) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing lever (Page 13) Push this to control the sewing speed, and to choose the stitch you want. F Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 36) J F KG H I Presser foot lever (Page 18) Used to manually raise and lower the needle...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... power on and step on the controller, the machine will have to change the presser foot. Using any other presser foot may be used with an oval hole in the needle plate. Next, tighten the needle clamp using an oval screwdriver. 2 3 You will start and you may be damaged. ● Always turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to turn off the machine. 1 Raise the presser foot lever. CAUTION CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, place fabric ● Make...
... power on and step on the controller, the machine will have to change the presser foot. Using any other presser foot may be used with an oval hole in the needle plate. Next, tighten the needle clamp using an oval screwdriver. 2 3 You will start and you may be damaged. ● Always turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to turn off the machine. 1 Raise the presser foot lever. CAUTION CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, place fabric ● Make...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may bend or break the needle and cause injury. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in. ■ Presser foot installation orientation 1 2 1 Shank 2 Bar THE CONTROLS CAUTION ● If the presser foot is in either direction. Pattern selection dial CAUTION ● When you turn the pattern selection dial in the down position when you use the pattern selection dial to a stretch stitch. 2 1 1 Pattern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number 9 Stretch stitching...
... the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may bend or break the needle and cause injury. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in. ■ Presser foot installation orientation 1 2 1 Shank 2 Bar THE CONTROLS CAUTION ● If the presser foot is in either direction. Pattern selection dial CAUTION ● When you turn the pattern selection dial in the down position when you use the pattern selection dial to a stretch stitch. 2 1 1 Pattern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number 9 Stretch stitching...
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... break and cause injury. This is not fed. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may need to the material and thread being used when sewing a button. LINK STITCH 5 (3/16) Fixed 33 2.5 (3/32) 36 - To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on the stitch length dial represent the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch). Stitch width dial Raise the needle by adjusting the stitch width dial...
... break and cause injury. This is not fed. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may need to the material and thread being used when sewing a button. LINK STITCH 5 (3/16) Fixed 33 2.5 (3/32) 36 - To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on the stitch length dial represent the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch). Stitch width dial Raise the needle by adjusting the stitch width dial...
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... the stitch length. If you use the bobbin that position while you lightly push the foot controller. The machine will not work properly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models 13 Continuing to the machine. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may result in that comes with this machine. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. Using other models, the machine will then sew forward. 1 1 Reverse sewing lever THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin...
... the stitch length. If you use the bobbin that position while you lightly push the foot controller. The machine will not work properly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models 13 Continuing to the machine. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may result in that comes with this machine. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. Using other models, the machine will then sew forward. 1 1 Reverse sewing lever THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin...
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... Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn off the foot controller. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin a few times. If you accidentally step on using the quick-set bobbin, see page 16. Raise the needle...
... Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you turn off the foot controller. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin a few times. If you accidentally step on using the quick-set bobbin, see page 16. Raise the needle...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... needle threader to "Upper threading" on page 17. When using the needle threader. Lower the presser foot lever. 2 Make sure that the mark on the wheel 3 points up lever before using special thread such as shown in your right hand. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from "Upper 1 threading" on page 17 before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 1 Mark on the wheel While lowering the needle threader lever, 4 hook the thread onto the guide. 2 1 1 Needle holder 2 Needle threader lever...
... needle threader to "Upper threading" on page 17. When using the needle threader. Lower the presser foot lever. 2 Make sure that the mark on the wheel 3 points up lever before using special thread such as shown in your right hand. 1 1 Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from "Upper 1 threading" on page 17 before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 1 Mark on the wheel While lowering the needle threader lever, 4 hook the thread onto the guide. 2 1 1 Needle holder 2 Needle threader lever...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... the needle. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread, put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. Drawing up the lower thread While lightly holding the end of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine. Remove the bobbin cover, and...
... the needle. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread, put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 1 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. Drawing up the lower thread While lightly holding the end of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine. Remove the bobbin cover, and...
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... twin needle in its original position. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 1 release it easier to sew onto 2 the arm, and then sew from the top. 1 1 Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of thread for this machine (part code: X57521-021:2.0/75 with bent needles. Slide the part that you . 25 Other needles could break and injure you are finished with free-arm sewing, install...
... twin needle in its original position. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 1 release it easier to sew onto 2 the arm, and then sew from the top. 1 1 Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of thread for this machine (part code: X57521-021:2.0/75 with bent needles. Slide the part that you . 25 Other needles could break and injure you are finished with free-arm sewing, install...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... needle plate and break. Note ● When using the thread from the spool on the machine. 4 2 Select a stitch. 5 ■ Twin needle threading You should thread each needle separately. For details on adjusting the stitch length, refer to thread the twin needle. X Two lines of the bobbin winder shaft. Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to "Stitch length dial" on page 23. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the fabric...
... needle plate and break. Note ● When using the thread from the spool on the machine. 4 2 Select a stitch. 5 ■ Twin needle threading You should thread each needle separately. For details on adjusting the stitch length, refer to thread the twin needle. X Two lines of the bobbin winder shaft. Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to "Stitch length dial" on page 23. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the fabric...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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...or move the buttonhole lever, otherwise the stitching may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. ■ Making a buttonhole Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the buttonhole on the fabric. 2 1 Making a buttonhole (1-step automatic buttonhole) 1 Marks on fabric 2 Buttonhole sewing Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot Attach the buttonhole foot "A" and set 2 the pattern selection dial to Buttonhole. [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Open the button plate and insert the 1 F-1.5 3 button. 3-5 Buttonhole Foot (1/64-1/16...
...or move the buttonhole lever, otherwise the stitching may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. ■ Making a buttonhole Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the buttonhole on the fabric. 2 1 Making a buttonhole (1-step automatic buttonhole) 1 Marks on fabric 2 Buttonhole sewing Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot Attach the buttonhole foot "A" and set 2 the pattern selection dial to Buttonhole. [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Open the button plate and insert the 1 F-1.5 3 button. 3-5 Buttonhole Foot (1/64-1/16...
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... button guide plate should be sewn incorrectly. ● If thick seams are sewn 8 in the presser foot. Raise the needle and the presser foot 0 lever, remove the fabric, and cut the thread. You need to sew the front bar tack first. 5 Lower the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric. 1 2 1 Starting mark on the fabric 2 Marks on the foot Note ● If buttonhole sewing was interrupted, sew trial stitching one...
... button guide plate should be sewn incorrectly. ● If thick seams are sewn 8 in the presser foot. Raise the needle and the presser foot 0 lever, remove the fabric, and cut the thread. You need to sew the front bar tack first. 5 Lower the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric. 1 2 1 Starting mark on the fabric 2 Marks on the foot Note ● If buttonhole sewing was interrupted, sew trial stitching one...
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... buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with the bobbin thread. If it with a large screwdriver in the button. CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the wrong side of the stitching. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 37 At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 Sewing buttons Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length [mm (inch)] Zigzag 3 Stitch...
... buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with the bobbin thread. If it with a large screwdriver in the button. CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the wrong side of the stitching. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 37 At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 7 Sewing buttons Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length [mm (inch)] Zigzag 3 Stitch...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... the walking foot or presser foot holder. ■ Walking foot Follow the steps 1 to sew, draw the quilting design on the fabric. 41 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Using the quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that has already been sewn. 1 Presser foot screw 2 Needle clamp screw CAUTION ● Use the oval screwdriver to tighten the presser foot holder screw securely. Then lower the presser foot lever and tighten the presser foot screw. • Make sure that 2 part A shown in the illustration is firmly tightened. Put the darning plate on...
... the walking foot or presser foot holder. ■ Walking foot Follow the steps 1 to sew, draw the quilting design on the fabric. 41 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Using the quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that has already been sewn. 1 Presser foot screw 2 Needle clamp screw CAUTION ● Use the oval screwdriver to tighten the presser foot holder screw securely. Then lower the presser foot lever and tighten the presser foot screw. • Make sure that 2 part A shown in the illustration is firmly tightened. Put the darning plate on...
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... need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The area around the hole in the thread. You have not fitted the spool properly. The upper-thread tension is correct for the type of stitch. Use the foot controller properly. Use the oval screwdriver to sew. Replace the needle. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for this machine. Attach the presser foot that has been designed for this machine. Replace the needle plate. Replace the bobbin case...
... need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. The area around the hole in the thread. You have not fitted the spool properly. The upper-thread tension is correct for the type of stitch. Use the foot controller properly. Use the oval screwdriver to sew. Replace the needle. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for this machine. Attach the presser foot that has been designed for this machine. Replace the needle plate. Replace the bobbin case...
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... spool properly. 18, 25 You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that has been designed designed for this machine. 13 6 Bobbin is set incorrectly. sew. 48 thread is incorrect. Attach the presser foot holder properly. - Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly. 13-21 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Replace the bobbin case. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric. 22 The fabric is The needle is incorrect. this machine. The thread tension...
... spool properly. 18, 25 You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that has been designed designed for this machine. 13 6 Bobbin is set incorrectly. sew. 48 thread is incorrect. Attach the presser foot holder properly. - Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly. 13-21 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Replace the bobbin case. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric. 22 The fabric is The needle is incorrect. this machine. The thread tension...
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... L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 15 quick-set bobbin 16 21 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 45 N Narrow hemmer foot 42 Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........22 replacing 7 Needle threader 19 O Overedge stitching 32 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 16 21 Quilting foot 41 R Race cleaning 45 Reverse sewing lever 13 S Satin stitch 28 , Shell tuck stitching 30 Spool pin 14 17 extra 26 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Stitches built-in 28 names 10 Straight stitching 28 Stretch...
... L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 15 quick-set bobbin 16 21 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 45 N Narrow hemmer foot 42 Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........22 replacing 7 Needle threader 19 O Overedge stitching 32 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 16 21 Quilting foot 41 R Race cleaning 45 Reverse sewing lever 13 S Satin stitch 28 , Shell tuck stitching 30 Spool pin 14 17 extra 26 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Stitches built-in 28 names 10 Straight stitching 28 Stretch...
