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... iron; Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep fingers away from the build up of . Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used by or near children. • The plastic bag that you do not deflect the needle and cause it off... or insert any object into any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine is not...
... iron; Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep fingers away from the build up of . Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used by or near children. • The plastic bag that you do not deflect the needle and cause it off... or insert any object into any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it to break. 6 This machine is not...
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... stitching ...71 Joining ...71 Heirloom stitching ...72 4. APPENDIX ...73 STITCH SETTINGS ...73 Utility stitches ...73 MAINTENANCE ...78 Cleaning the machine surface ...78 Cleaning the bobbin case ...78 TROUBLESHOOTING ...81 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...81 Upper thread tightened up ...81 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ...82 Incorrect thread tension ...85 Fabric...
... stitching ...71 Joining ...71 Heirloom stitching ...72 4. APPENDIX ...73 STITCH SETTINGS ...73 Utility stitches ...73 MAINTENANCE ...78 Cleaning the machine surface ...78 Cleaning the bobbin case ...78 TROUBLESHOOTING ...81 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...81 Upper thread tightened up ...81 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ...82 Incorrect thread tension ...85 Fabric...
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... sure you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. 20 Be sure to thread the machine as shown. • If the...
... sure you set bobbin Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. 20 Be sure to thread the machine as shown. • If the...
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... spring 21 While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). Replace the bobbin cover. Then, pull the thread...
... spring 21 While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). Replace the bobbin cover. Then, pull the thread...
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... of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. Reinsert the thread correctly. In this case, refer to "Upper threading" (page 22) and rethread the upper thread. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e ...Loops appear on wrong side of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to a higher number. 54 3 41 In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 19) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e...
... of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. Reinsert the thread correctly. In this case, refer to "Upper threading" (page 22) and rethread the upper thread. 1 5 2 3 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e ...Loops appear on wrong side of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to a higher number. 54 3 41 In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 19) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e...
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... hook-and-loop fastener which is pushed with the needle for sewing. X The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to be fed. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side of the hookand-loop fastener at the beginning of stitching The fabric may...
... hook-and-loop fastener which is pushed with the needle for sewing. X The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to be fed. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side of the hookand-loop fastener at the beginning of stitching The fabric may...
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...the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it . Otherwise, you may occur. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove the presser-foot holder...presser foot. If the surface of the machine. therefore, it out. a Cleaning brush b Race • Do not put oil on the bobbin case. 78 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before you to remove the needle plate cover. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe...
...the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it . Otherwise, you may occur. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove the presser-foot holder...presser foot. If the surface of the machine. therefore, it out. a Cleaning brush b Race • Do not put oil on the bobbin case. 78 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before you to remove the needle plate cover. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe...
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... may break. 4 a Needle plate cover b Tab c Hole • Check that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that is flush with the { mark on the needle plate h cover into the hole in the needle plate, and then correctly position ...of the machine. 79 Insert the bobbin case so that the U mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the top surface of the needle plate cover. • Align the U and { marks. As shown, insert the...
... may break. 4 a Needle plate cover b Tab c Hole • Check that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that is flush with the { mark on the needle plate h cover into the hole in the needle plate, and then correctly position ...of the machine. 79 Insert the bobbin case so that the U mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the top surface of the needle plate cover. • Align the U and { marks. As shown, insert the...
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... of the thread with an incorrect thread tension. 81 You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. For this before requesting service. If the bobbin is pulled up , and wrinkles...• The upper thread tension is tight, and the results do not change even after the thread tension is visible from the bobbin case. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common troubleshooting topics are described below .) • The upper thread has tightened up, ...
... of the thread with an incorrect thread tension. 81 You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. For this before requesting service. If the bobbin is pulled up , and wrinkles...• The upper thread tension is tight, and the results do not change even after the thread tension is visible from the bobbin case. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common troubleshooting topics are described below .) • The upper thread has tightened up, ...
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..." (page 19) and "Remedy/check details" in the section "Upper thread tightened up and the upper thread becomes tangled in the bobbin case, causing a rattling noise. ■ Remedy/check details Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading. Remove the upper thread from ...the bobbin case, refer to "Cleaning the bobbin case" on the lower side of the thread around the tab with your left hand. c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct ...
..." (page 19) and "Remedy/check details" in the section "Upper thread tightened up and the upper thread becomes tangled in the bobbin case, causing a rattling noise. ■ Remedy/check details Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading. Remove the upper thread from ...the bobbin case, refer to "Cleaning the bobbin case" on the lower side of the thread around the tab with your left hand. c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct ...
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... completed according to the procedure, instead of the fabric, and then remove the needle. • Refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33) and "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 34). c If... the needle is caught in the bobbin case, remove them. a Cleaning brush b Race If the fabric could be removed If the fabric could not be removed, remove it . Continue with the following...
... completed according to the procedure, instead of the fabric, and then remove the needle. • Refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33) and "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 34). c If... the needle is caught in the bobbin case, remove them. a Cleaning brush b Race If the fabric could be removed If the fabric could not be removed, remove it . Continue with the following...
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... enclosed disc-shaped screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw on the left side. Slightly lift up the needle plate, cut any threads in the bobbin case and l around the feed dogs. Remove the fabric and threads from the needle plate. m Align the two screw holes in the needle plate. 4 If the...
... enclosed disc-shaped screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw on the left side. Slightly lift up the needle plate, cut any threads in the bobbin case and l around the feed dogs. Remove the fabric and threads from the needle plate. m Align the two screw holes in the needle plate. 4 If the...
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...that the machine is operating correctly. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. a U mark b { mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that the U mark on p the bobbin case aligns with the { mark on the race. CAUTION ● Never ...is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that is in injuries. • Align the U and {...
...that the machine is operating correctly. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. a U mark b { mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that the U mark on p the bobbin case aligns with the { mark on the race. CAUTION ● Never ...is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that is in injuries. • Align the U and {...
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... been designed for models equipped with the start /stop button was not threaded correctly. Contact your retailer or the nearest - Replace the bobbin case. Only use the start /stop button when the foot controller is connected. (for this machine. page 12 The main power switch is pushed... tight. page 29 You have not used the foot controller properly. The upper thread tension is raised. Replace the presser foot. The bobbin case is loose. Incorrect bobbins will not work . Lower the presser foot lever. cap. page 29 The needle clamp screw is scratched. page ...
... been designed for models equipped with the start /stop button was not threaded correctly. Contact your retailer or the nearest - Replace the bobbin case. Only use the start /stop button when the foot controller is connected. (for this machine. page 12 The main power switch is pushed... tight. page 29 You have not used the foot controller properly. The upper thread tension is raised. Replace the presser foot. The bobbin case is loose. Incorrect bobbins will not work . Lower the presser foot lever. cap. page 29 The needle clamp screw is scratched. page ...
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... 28 page 29 page 44 page 38, 44 92 for this machine. The area around the hole in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Replace the bobbin case. Bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly. the bobbin thread properly. You have not used the right combination of... knots or tangles. Correctly install the needle. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Remove the tangled thread and clean the bobbin case. page 28 page 41 page 78, 82 page 29 page 29 - - - Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised...
... 28 page 29 page 44 page 38, 44 92 for this machine. The area around the hole in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Replace the bobbin case. Bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly. the bobbin thread properly. You have not used the right combination of... knots or tangles. Correctly install the needle. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Remove the tangled thread and clean the bobbin case. page 28 page 41 page 78, 82 page 29 page 29 - - - Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised...
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... bobbins will not work properly. Slide the feed dog position lever to put it right Reference The fabric is tangled in the bobbin case. Choose a thread and needle that are lowered. Replace the needle. page 22 There is scratched. pitched noise while sewing. page ... level while sewing. Attach the presser foot that you want to sew. The needle is damaged. clean the plate and the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 93 Only use a bobbin that you want to sew. page 38 ...
... bobbins will not work properly. Slide the feed dog position lever to put it right Reference The fabric is tangled in the bobbin case. Choose a thread and needle that are lowered. Replace the needle. page 22 There is scratched. pitched noise while sewing. page ... level while sewing. Attach the presser foot that you want to sew. The needle is damaged. clean the plate and the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 93 Only use a bobbin that you want to sew. page 38 ...
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... threaded the upper thread properly. The presser foot you want to sew. The thread is not appropriate for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Correctly install the bobbin thread. Correct the upper threading. Attach the presser foot that you are using . You have not wound ... using is tangled, for the type of the fabric. If the thread is incorrectly installed. The bobbin thread is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Bobbin is incorrect. Correct the upper threading. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. ...
... threaded the upper thread properly. The presser foot you want to sew. The thread is not appropriate for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. Correctly install the bobbin thread. Correct the upper threading. Attach the presser foot that you are using . You have not wound ... using is tangled, for the type of the fabric. If the thread is incorrectly installed. The bobbin thread is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Bobbin is incorrect. Correct the upper threading. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. ...
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...controller is not connected) while the Lower the buttonhole lever before continuing the operation. 4 buttonhole lever is raised. After cleaning the bobbin case, insert the bobbin case properly. Then, thread the upper thread properly, and continue the operation. Note ● If error message "F1" through "F9" ...appears in the table. Otherwise, operate the machine by using the foot controller. Be sure to sew. 95 Clean the bobbin case to the right. Move the bobbin winder shaft to the left before continuing to check for models equipped with the operation beep) Each time...
...controller is not connected) while the Lower the buttonhole lever before continuing the operation. 4 buttonhole lever is raised. After cleaning the bobbin case, insert the bobbin case properly. Then, thread the upper thread properly, and continue the operation. Note ● If error message "F1" through "F9" ...appears in the table. Otherwise, operate the machine by using the foot controller. Be sure to sew. 95 Clean the bobbin case to the right. Move the bobbin winder shaft to the left before continuing to check for models equipped with the operation beep) Each time...
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APPENDIX i INDEX Numerics , 3-point zigzag stitch 45 59 A accessories 6 appliqués 61 B bar tack 66 basic stitching 47 blind hem stitching 48 bobbin 19 , bobbin case 20 78 bobbin , cover 9 19, 20 bobbin winder 8, 14, 17, 90, 91, 95 button sewing 55 , buttonhole foot 52 66 buttonhole , lever 9 53, 67 buttonhole ...
APPENDIX i INDEX Numerics , 3-point zigzag stitch 45 59 A accessories 6 appliqués 61 B bar tack 66 basic stitching 47 blind hem stitching 48 bobbin 19 , bobbin case 20 78 bobbin , cover 9 19, 20 bobbin winder 8, 14, 17, 90, 91, 95 button sewing 55 , buttonhole foot 52 66 buttonhole , lever 9 53, 67 buttonhole ...