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Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62 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).
Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62 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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...machine...machine may fall, resulting in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine...machine, and should be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine...machine near a heat source, such...sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this machine...use the machine near a... machine with the bag ...machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Keep ventilation openings of the machine...
...machine...machine may fall, resulting in injuries. 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine...machine, and should be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine...machine near a heat source, such...sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this machine...use the machine near a... machine with the bag ...machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Keep ventilation openings of the machine...
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...and lower the presser foot. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. j Handwheel This is used . m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. r Thread guide (pages 15 and 24) This is being used to start ...the upper thread. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to circulate. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 14) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. b Upper tension-control dial (page 41) This controls ...
...and lower the presser foot. q Presser foot lever (page 22) This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. j Handwheel This is used . m Jack/socket connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. r Thread guide (pages 15 and 24) This is being used to start ...the upper thread. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to circulate. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 14) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. b Upper tension-control dial (page 41) This controls ...
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... the spool cap The enclosed spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it with your finger to raise the spool pin. This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). When attaching the spool cap, position it to the spool pin... the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be sewn. The display location (2) of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the...
... the spool cap The enclosed spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it with your finger to raise the spool pin. This manual shows, as shown in the illustration. For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). When attaching the spool cap, position it to the spool pin... the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be sewn. The display location (2) of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the...
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..., thread the twin needle by hand, from front to steps a through the eye of the needle from the front of the spool. 31 Manually thread the left needle. Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and two top threads. The needle could break, and damage the... machine. ● Do not sew with the c upper thread. Install the twin needle. b • For details, refer to back. Thread the upper thread for making decorative stitches. Memo ● ...
..., thread the twin needle by hand, from front to steps a through the eye of the needle from the front of the spool. 31 Manually thread the left needle. Sewing with the twin needle We have been made for this needle and two top threads. The needle could break, and damage the... machine. ● Do not sew with the c upper thread. Install the twin needle. b • For details, refer to back. Thread the upper thread for making decorative stitches. Memo ● ...
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... length and width" (page 38). i Note ● When using the twin needle, be sure to thread the twin needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Thread the upper thread for the right side in f the same way that the upper thread for the left down in the fabric, otherwise the... (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. For details on the sewing machine. Select a stitch. j • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). • For ...
... length and width" (page 38). i Note ● When using the twin needle, be sure to thread the twin needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Thread the upper thread for the right side in f the same way that the upper thread for the left down in the fabric, otherwise the... (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Pass the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. For details on the sewing machine. Select a stitch. j • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). • For ...
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When the sewing machine is turned on the sewing machine. Press the "+" or "-" side of to be used is selected. Selecting stitching Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. Turn on , the straight ..., adjust the stitch length and d width. • For details on the left changes the digit on sewing with each of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. X The stitch is displayed. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above...
When the sewing machine is turned on the sewing machine. Press the "+" or "-" side of to be used is selected. Selecting stitching Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. Turn on , the straight ..., adjust the stitch length and d width. • For details on the left changes the digit on sewing with each of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. X The stitch is displayed. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above...
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... Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching You can use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of the fabric. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 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.... stitching" (page 37). Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch Name Pattern No. They are also useful for...
... Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching You can use reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of the fabric. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 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.... stitching" (page 37). Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stitch Name Pattern No. They are also useful for...
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...the needle position can be adjusted. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking ...16) ( J ) Yes Rev. 3 J 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. b Select a stitch. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. pressing the "-" side of the stitching. a Stitch width b Stitch width adjustment ...
...the needle position can be adjusted. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking ...16) ( J ) Yes Rev. 3 J 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc. b Select a stitch. a When sewing is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. pressing the "-" side of the stitching. a Stitch width b Stitch width adjustment ...
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... STITCHES BLIND HEM STITCHING You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to slide onto the arm or the length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or . Stitch numbers "0", "1", "2" or "3" may be displayed on the LCD by pressing "+"...side of trousers, without the stitch showing. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind...
... STITCHES BLIND HEM STITCHING You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to slide onto the arm or the length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or . Stitch numbers "0", "1", "2" or "3" may be displayed on the LCD by pressing "+"...side of trousers, without the stitch showing. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind...
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...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. A 34 34 - motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) No Yes ** Rfc. Buttonhole stitch A 32...fabrics that have back- The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Secured buttoholes for stretch fabrics...
...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. A 34 34 - motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) No Yes ** Rfc. Buttonhole stitch A 32...fabrics that have back- The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Secured buttoholes for stretch fabrics...
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...zipper with their right b sides facing each other. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Place the two pieces of the needle. gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes ** * (3/32) (1/64-3/16) ( J ...d End of fabric c Basting stitching d Zipper 57 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching ...
...zipper with their right b sides facing each other. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a Place the two pieces of the needle. gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes ** * (3/32) (1/64-3/16) ( J ...d End of fabric c Basting stitching d Zipper 57 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching ...
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... Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No * Rfc. 3-point zigzag ...of the a fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be attached. b Sew the fabric without stretching it is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
... Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No * Rfc. 3-point zigzag ...of the a fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be attached. b Sew the fabric without stretching it is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
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...) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) **** Yes ( J ) No ** Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch Hand-look quilting J 41 41 - - J 40 40 - J 39...**** Yes ( J ) No ** Rfc. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61 Appliqué quilting, - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No...
...) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) **** Yes ( J ) No ** Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch Hand-look quilting J 41 41 - - J 40 40 - J 39...**** Yes ( J ) No ** Rfc. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 61 Appliqué quilting, - Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No...
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... tacks at pocket corners is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach buttonhole foot "A". Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is described below. 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of ... strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce points that will be sewn. a Set the button guide plate on the presser foot scale is 5...
... tacks at pocket corners is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach buttonhole foot "A". Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is described below. 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of ... strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce points that will be sewn. a Set the button guide plate on the presser foot scale is 5...
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... *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches ...stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) No J 15 15 15 Patchwork stitching, deco- 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces 5.0 (3/16) of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. * Rfc. 68 J 19 19 19 19 Decorative stitching 4.0 0.0-7.0 (3/16) ...
... *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches ...stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) No J 15 15 15 Patchwork stitching, deco- 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces 5.0 (3/16) of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. * Rfc. 68 J 19 19 19 19 Decorative stitching 4.0 0.0-7.0 (3/16) ...
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...controller or (start/stop button) is called "fagoting". Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Sew with the center of the presser foot f aligned along their seams. Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by ... replacing the presser foot. g 69 Use an iron to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) loom stitching, etc. 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0...
...controller or (start/stop button) is called "fagoting". Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Sew with the center of the presser foot f aligned along their seams. Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by ... replacing the presser foot. g 69 Use an iron to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) loom stitching, etc. 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0...
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Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch ... wing needle. • For details on thin or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). CAUTION ● The needle...
Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch ... wing needle. • For details on thin or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. UTILITY STITCHES Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). CAUTION ● The needle...
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... Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5... stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the...
... Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5... stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the...