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... ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
... ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
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... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is on machine) 17 Spool cap (small) 18 Extra spool pin 19 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others 131096-121 XD0360-021 X59476-021...
... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is on machine) 17 Spool cap (small) 18 Extra spool pin 19 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others 131096-121 XD0360-021 X59476-021...
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...while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when... winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR ... and stop sewing. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. n Foot controller (page 13) ...
...while the sewing machine is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when... winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR ... and stop sewing. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. n Foot controller (page 13) ...
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...the sewing direction. k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. n Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the bobbin. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to raise or lower the needle. c Needle position button (for models equipped with... is installed onto the presser foot holder. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. set bobbin (for detailed sewing in the opposite direction. Use this button to raise the needle before threading the needle. Be sure to change...
...the sewing direction. k Needle plate The needle plate is lowered in place. n Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to set the bobbin. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to raise or lower the needle. c Needle position button (for models equipped with... is installed onto the presser foot holder. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. set bobbin (for detailed sewing in the opposite direction. Use this button to raise the needle before threading the needle. Be sure to change...
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....5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models As shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Only use... machine. b CAUTION ● Do not grab the bar to raise the spool pin when winding the bobbin. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the spool pin lever a with your finger. If you use...
....5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models As shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Only use... machine. b CAUTION ● Do not grab the bar to raise the spool pin when winding the bobbin. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the spool pin lever a with your finger. If you use...
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... spool pin. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to choose a spool cap that is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the spool being used , the thread may catch on the...
... spool pin. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to choose a spool cap that is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the spool being used , the thread may catch on the...
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...the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it may not be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is pulled as far as possible. ● Pull the thread taut and hold the end of ...thread from the hole on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it in the bobbin. • Make sure to pull out 7 to 10 cm (2-3/4 to the right. a Spring on the sewing machine. k • Leave 1 cm (3/8 inch) of the ...
...the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it may not be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread is pulled as far as possible. ● Pull the thread taut and hold the end of ...thread from the hole on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it in the bobbin. • Make sure to pull out 7 to 10 cm (2-3/4 to the right. a Spring on the sewing machine. k • Leave 1 cm (3/8 inch) of the ...
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...the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft a so that wraps around the pre-tension disk (page 15). Slide the sewing speed controller back to pass the... d pre-tension disk with the sewing speed controller). While holding the thread that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to its p original position (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ■ For models...
...the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft a so that wraps around the pre-tension disk (page 15). Slide the sewing speed controller back to pass the... d pre-tension disk with the sewing speed controller). While holding the thread that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to its p original position (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ■ For models...
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.... a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the... f (to set the speed to run out. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with built-in the bobbin winder seat. Note ● If the sewing machine is to start /stop button) to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the...
.... a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the... f (to set the speed to run out. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with built-in the bobbin winder seat. Note ● If the sewing machine is to start /stop button) to be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the...
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... If the thread unrolls in the right direction. b Slide the button and open the cover. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to thread the machine as indicated. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. Be sure to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in d the...
... If the thread unrolls in the right direction. b Slide the button and open the cover. If you accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to thread the machine as indicated. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. Be sure to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in d the...
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...with your finger, and then pass the Raise the needle to thread the machine as shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with your left ...hand as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for models • If the thread is on the right side (see arrow a), and then press lightly on...
...with your finger, and then pass the Raise the needle to thread the machine as shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with your left ...hand as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for models • If the thread is on the right side (see arrow a), and then press lightly on...
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...thread with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter (c). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and... b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see...
...thread with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter (c). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and... b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see...
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... the slit in the direction a of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that the mark on the upper thread to 4. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of... foot. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the upper thread. Replace the bobbin cover. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread, put the...
... the slit in the direction a of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand so that the mark on the upper thread to 4. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of... foot. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the upper thread. Replace the bobbin cover. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread, put the...
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... sure to select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of the d bobbin winder shaft. Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may... code: 131096-121). The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the c upper thread. Install the twin needle. a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle...
... sure to select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of the d bobbin winder shaft. Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may... code: 131096-121). The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the c upper thread. Install the twin needle. a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle...
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...■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will weaken your seams or cause puckers on wrong side of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is shown as below. In this case, ...refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the...
...■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will weaken your seams or cause puckers on wrong side of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is shown as below. In this case, ...refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the...
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... CAUTION being sewn and the fabric does not feed at a slow speed. X The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with too much force, the needle may bend or break...
... CAUTION being sewn and the fabric does not feed at a slow speed. X The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with too much force, the needle may bend or break...
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Adjust the stitch width to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching. Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. i • After ...sewing for about 10 seconds at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Start sewing. Use scissors to the...
Adjust the stitch width to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching. Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. i • After ...sewing for about 10 seconds at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Start sewing. Use scissors to the...
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... to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37) and "Thread tension" (page 41). Attach zigzag foot "J". Sew parallel stitching at intervals of handkerchiefs. It is sewn. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the edges of 10 mm c (3/8 inch). 1 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the stitches.
... to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37) and "Thread tension" (page 41). Attach zigzag foot "J". Sew parallel stitching at intervals of handkerchiefs. It is sewn. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the edges of 10 mm c (3/8 inch). 1 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the stitches.
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...; Align the S and z marks. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any... dust from the race and its surrounding area. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that is scratched, ...
...; Align the S and z marks. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any... dust from the race and its surrounding area. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that is scratched, ...
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... unwinding to the left, and hold the end of the thread with your right hand, place the bobbin in the bobbin case. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Be sure to refer to this reason, the...contact your left hand. TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://solutions.brother.com " . If the bobbin is pulled up. Then, with your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Visit us . ■ Upper thread tightened up...
... unwinding to the left, and hold the end of the thread with your right hand, place the bobbin in the bobbin case. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Be sure to refer to this reason, the...contact your left hand. TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://solutions.brother.com " . If the bobbin is pulled up. Then, with your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Visit us . ■ Upper thread tightened up...