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Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65 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-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65 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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...suffocation. • Do not use extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect ...needle plate, as a stove or iron; Do not use or store the machine near a heat source, such as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing...
...suffocation. • Do not use extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect ...needle plate, as a stove or iron; Do not use or store the machine near a heat source, such as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing...
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.... h Operation panel (page 10) This is being used to manually raise and lower the needle. p Feed dog position lever (page 55 and 65) Use the feed dog position lever to cut them. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug. ... the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to start and stop sewing. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine.
.... h Operation panel (page 10) This is being used to manually raise and lower the needle. p Feed dog position lever (page 55 and 65) Use the feed dog position lever to cut them. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug. ... the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to start and stop sewing. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine.
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... bar to the spool pin as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above the number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the presser foot type differs depending on the spool ... the stitch width; c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to increase the stitch width.) 10 This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the...
... bar to the spool pin as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above the number of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the presser foot type differs depending on the spool ... the stitch width; c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to increase the stitch width.) 10 This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the...
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...shaft. a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that can use the needle threader to back. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for the left needle with the c upper thread. Other needles could break and injure you can ...Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). Manually thread the left needle. You can be damaged. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the twin needle, refer to the back. Install the twin needle. a • For ...
...shaft. a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that can use the needle threader to back. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for the left needle with the c upper thread. Other needles could break and injure you can ...Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 73). Manually thread the left needle. You can be damaged. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the twin needle, refer to the back. Install the twin needle. a • For ...
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...front to raise the needle from front to thread the twin needle. h • For details on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be sure to each other. Start sewing. i Note ● When using the twin needle, be sure to the back. ● After adjusting ... needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Without passing the thread through the eye of thread and fabric that the upper thread for the right side in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may damage the machine. CAUTION ● When using...
...front to raise the needle from front to thread the twin needle. h • For details on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, be sure to each other. Start sewing. i Note ● When using the twin needle, be sure to the back. ● After adjusting ... needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Without passing the thread through the eye of thread and fabric that the upper thread for the right side in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may damage the machine. CAUTION ● When using...
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Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above or beside the stitch number. Turn on the ... position) is selected. 37 c The display location of the utility stitches, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). a 2 Press (stitch selection keys). When the sewing machine is turned on the model. Press the "+" or "-" side of to be used is displayed. a Presser foot type • For details, refer to the following...
Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above or beside the stitch number. Turn on the ... position) is selected. 37 c The display location of the utility stitches, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). a 2 Press (stitch selection keys). When the sewing machine is turned on the model. Press the "+" or "-" side of to be used is displayed. a Presser foot type • For details, refer to the following...
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Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3-point ...5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. b • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. 3 UTILITY STITCHES OVERCASTING STITCHES You can ...
Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3-point ...5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. b • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. 3 UTILITY STITCHES OVERCASTING STITCHES You can ...
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... ■ Changing the needle position With the straight stitch (left . Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 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. rative ...or pin together the fabric pieces. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. e • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 39). • For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches, refer to the left needle...
... ■ Changing the needle position With the straight stitch (left . Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 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. rative ...or pin together the fabric pieces. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. e • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 39). • For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches, refer to the left needle...
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... too small to the left. Reverse the skirt or pants. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 ...Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "-" side of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or ...
... too small to the left. Reverse the skirt or pants. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 ...Blind hem stitching on the LCD by pressing "-" side of cylindrical pieces is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or ...
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...Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the button). Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on . A 39 39 39 33 33 33 29 Keyhole buttonholes for stretch... fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 1.5 (1/16) 3.0-6.0 1.0-3.0 (1/8-15/64) (1/16-1/8) No No * Auto Rfc. The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Bound ...
...Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the button). Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on . A 39 39 39 33 33 33 29 Keyhole buttonholes for stretch... fabrics 6.0 (15/64) 1.5 (1/16) 3.0-6.0 1.0-3.0 (1/8-15/64) (1/16-1/8) No No * Auto Rfc. The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Bound ...
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...left side of the needle. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 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 )...be inserted). Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. ZIPPER INSERTION Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model 80 stitches model 70 stitches model 60 stitches model...
...left side of the needle. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 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 )...be inserted). Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. ZIPPER INSERTION Pattern Presser Foot 100 stitches model 90 stitches model 80 stitches model 70 stitches model 60 stitches model...
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...machine starts sewing. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is necessary that a suitable length of clothing, the finished dimensions will be attached. a Select stitch . b Select a stitch. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual... Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 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...
...machine starts sewing. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is necessary that a suitable length of clothing, the finished dimensions will be attached. a Select stitch . b Select a stitch. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual... Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 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...
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...43 43 43 37 37 - Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/...16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. pieces of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing...
...43 43 43 37 37 - Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/...16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. pieces of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing...
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... are used to reinforce points subject to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach buttonhole foot "A". Rfc. * Auto Rfc. b Select stitch . c 66 rative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ** 1.5-4.0 Yes No (1/16-3/...mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- CAUTION ● Be sure to sew" (page 39). Triple stretch stitching Use...
... are used to reinforce points subject to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach buttonhole foot "A". Rfc. * Auto Rfc. b Select stitch . c 66 rative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) ** 1.5-4.0 Yes No (1/16-3/...mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- CAUTION ● Be sure to sew" (page 39). Triple stretch stitching Use...
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... 3.0 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 1.5-4.0 (1/16-1/4) (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) * 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4)... 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. N 14 14 14 13 13 13 13 Scallop stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) * 2.5-7.0 0.1-1.0 Yes No Rfc. (3/32-1/4) (1/64-1/16)...
... 3.0 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 1.5-4.0 (1/16-1/4) (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) * 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 Yes No (0-1/4)... 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc. *Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. N 14 14 14 13 13 13 13 Scallop stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) * 2.5-7.0 0.1-1.0 Yes No Rfc. (3/32-1/4) (1/64-1/16)...
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...controller or (start/stop button) is finished, remove the paper. d After sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - This stitch is ...more decorative when thicker thread is easier. Sew with the center of the presser ...
...controller or (start/stop button) is finished, remove the paper. d After sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - This stitch is ...more decorative when thicker thread is easier. Sew with the center of the presser ...
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Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to the back. c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). Start sewing...or . For details, refer to plain weave fabrics. Attach monogramming foot "N". UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (...
Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to the back. c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of the needle from the front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). Start sewing...or . For details, refer to plain weave fabrics. Attach monogramming foot "N". UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (...
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...case (gray) (XE8298-001) Bobbin cover with your machine. The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with tabs (*See Note.) Screwdriver (small) (X55468-051) CD-ROM (Contains the Operation Manual and the Templates for freemotion sewing.) (USA/CANADA: XE9382-001, Other areas: XE9501-...001) Note • Two bobbin covers may be installed on the machine. (XE8992-001) (XE8878-001) 2 Use the bobbin cover with...
...case (gray) (XE8298-001) Bobbin cover with your machine. The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with tabs (*See Note.) Screwdriver (small) (X55468-051) CD-ROM (Contains the Operation Manual and the Templates for freemotion sewing.) (USA/CANADA: XE9382-001, Other areas: XE9501-...001) Note • Two bobbin covers may be installed on the machine. (XE8992-001) (XE8878-001) 2 Use the bobbin cover with...
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... border embroidery frame. * Of the 14 settings available, there are two for the sewing machine. Memo • For details on the border function, refer to repeat the pattern. d From the embroidery frame display settings, select one of the Operation Manual for border embroidery frames. ■ Selecting a Pattern a Select and select a pattern. a b a Border embroidery...
... border embroidery frame. * Of the 14 settings available, there are two for the sewing machine. Memo • For details on the border function, refer to repeat the pattern. d From the embroidery frame display settings, select one of the Operation Manual for border embroidery frames. ■ Selecting a Pattern a Select and select a pattern. a b a Border embroidery...