Operation Manual
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... hem stitching 18 Buttonhole sewing 19 Button sewing (for models equipped with the button fitting foot "M 21 Zipper insertion 22 Bar tack stitching 23 Making Adjustment 23 Brother Support Website Information (Downloading Manuals 24 Care and Maintenance 24 Restrictions on oiling 24 Precautions on storing the machine 24 Cleaning the machine surface 24 Cleaning the...
... hem stitching 18 Buttonhole sewing 19 Button sewing (for models equipped with the button fitting foot "M 21 Zipper insertion 22 Bar tack stitching 23 Making Adjustment 23 Brother Support Website Information (Downloading Manuals 24 Care and Maintenance 24 Restrictions on oiling 24 Precautions on storing the machine 24 Cleaning the machine surface 24 Cleaning the...
Operation Manual
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...on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries. 6 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is not a toy: • Your close ... the nearest authorized Brother dealer for use in use the machine. Lifting the machine by or near a heat source, such as it could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be connected to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from all moving parts. Return the machine to the danger ...
...on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries. 6 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is not a toy: • Your close ... the nearest authorized Brother dealer for use in use the machine. Lifting the machine by or near a heat source, such as it could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be connected to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from all moving parts. Return the machine to the danger ...
Operation Manual
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... bobbins, and needles can be lost or damaged. ★: Only for some models. Names of Machine Parts Main parts 65 432 1 I Handle Carry the machine by keeping this button pressed down to sew in the opposite direction. 2 "Start/Stop" button ★ Press this button to start or stop... sewing. 3 Needle position button ★ Press this controller to adjust the sewing speed. Flat bed attachment Accessories such as the sewing takes place. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is used . B Air vent This vent allows the air...
... bobbins, and needles can be lost or damaged. ★: Only for some models. Names of Machine Parts Main parts 65 432 1 I Handle Carry the machine by keeping this button pressed down to sew in the opposite direction. 2 "Start/Stop" button ★ Press this button to start or stop... sewing. 3 Needle position button ★ Press this controller to adjust the sewing speed. Flat bed attachment Accessories such as the sewing takes place. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is used . B Air vent This vent allows the air...
Operation Manual
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... controller Insert. The product code is mentioned on the main power switch to start sewing, and adjust the sewing speed by changing the pressing force. ON OFF Press the "I" mark on the machine rating plate. • When the foot controller is connected, ("Start/ Stop" ...used (2), stitch length in millimeters (3), stitch width in the fabric) or raised position. (Default: Lowered position) 1 Turn off the machine, press the "O" mark on the main power, sewing light, and LCD. Power supply 1 Insert the plug into a household electrical outlet. 2 1 Operation panel 56 3 1 24 2...
... controller Insert. The product code is mentioned on the main power switch to start sewing, and adjust the sewing speed by changing the pressing force. ON OFF Press the "I" mark on the machine rating plate. • When the foot controller is connected, ("Start/ Stop" ...used (2), stitch length in millimeters (3), stitch width in the fabric) or raised position. (Default: Lowered position) 1 Turn off the machine, press the "O" mark on the main power, sewing light, and LCD. Power supply 1 Insert the plug into a household electrical outlet. 2 1 Operation panel 56 3 1 24 2...
Operation Manual
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...end of fabric. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you can make adjustments. (Default: 0) 1 Turn off the machine. 2 Holding down 6, turn on the machine. 3 After the machine has turned on, release 6. XX The initial needle position is changed ... . : Single needle mode : Twin needle mode * For details, refer to "Sewing with the sewing speed controller becomes slower. ★ 1 Turn off the machine. 2 Holding down 2, turn on the machine. 3 After the machine has turned on, release 2. 2 Changing the initial needle position You can change the...
...end of fabric. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you can make adjustments. (Default: 0) 1 Turn off the machine. 2 Holding down 6, turn on the machine. 3 After the machine has turned on, release 6. XX The initial needle position is changed ... . : Single needle mode : Twin needle mode * For details, refer to "Sewing with the sewing speed controller becomes slower. ★ 1 Turn off the machine. 2 Holding down 2, turn on the machine. 3 After the machine has turned on, release 2. 2 Changing the initial needle position You can change the...
Operation Manual
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...properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may stretch. 9 When the bobbin seems full and begins spinning slowly, stop the machine. 10 Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Depress. ★ or Projection Bobbin ...winder shaft Memo • Checking the orientation of the bobbin thread. Release. ★ or 7 Slide the sewing speed controller to the right. Notch 6 Stop the machine and trim the excess thread. By placing the bobbin into the bobbin case in later procedures. Bobbin case 4 Turn ...
...properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may stretch. 9 When the bobbin seems full and begins spinning slowly, stop the machine. 10 Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Depress. ★ or Projection Bobbin ...winder shaft Memo • Checking the orientation of the bobbin thread. Release. ★ or 7 Slide the sewing speed controller to the right. Notch 6 Stop the machine and trim the excess thread. By placing the bobbin into the bobbin case in later procedures. Bobbin case 4 Turn ...
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... with the quick-set bobbin ★ Slit for some models. 9 Pull the thread. Upper threading CAUTION • Make sure you thread the machine properly. Projection * Follow this instruction so that the thread is indicated by using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, ... on the needle plate. Slit CAUTION • Be sure to cut at the slit. Counterclockwise Hold the bobbin. When pulling up the bobbin thread before sewing, refer to place it . If the bobbin is cut the thread as a reference. n For models equipped with the cutter ★ 1 Follow steps ...
... with the quick-set bobbin ★ Slit for some models. 9 Pull the thread. Upper threading CAUTION • Make sure you thread the machine properly. Projection * Follow this instruction so that the thread is indicated by using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, ... on the needle plate. Slit CAUTION • Be sure to cut at the slit. Counterclockwise Hold the bobbin. When pulling up the bobbin thread before sewing, refer to place it . If the bobbin is cut the thread as a reference. n For models equipped with the cutter ★ 1 Follow steps ...
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... needle threader ★ CAUTION • The needle threader can only use needles in the order shown below. * Follow the numbered path printed on the machine. Make sure the main power switch is on this mark points up lever Make sure that this pin. Thread take-up to the highest position...or twice. Needle bar thread guide 7 Insert the thread through the eye of the needle, and catch the thread. Next, cut the thread with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. a) Lower the presser foot lever. ★: Only for some models. Turn toward you can only be used with the thread...
... needle threader ★ CAUTION • The needle threader can only use needles in the order shown below. * Follow the numbered path printed on the machine. Make sure the main power switch is on this mark points up lever Make sure that this pin. Thread take-up to the highest position...or twice. Needle bar thread guide 7 Insert the thread through the eye of the needle, and catch the thread. Next, cut the thread with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. a) Lower the presser foot lever. ★: Only for some models. Turn toward you can only be used with the thread...
Operation Manual
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... the thread as illustrated below. 10 cm (4 inches) Bobbin thread Upper thread n For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin ★ You can begin sewing without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. (page 9) Drawing up the bobbin thread. Make sure that has come through the eye of...in front of the upper thread, lower and raise the needle to draw up the bobbin thread 1 Refer to "Upper threading" (page 9) to thread the machine with the upper thread and thread the needle. 2 Follow steps 11 to 13 of "Winding/Installing the bobbin" (page 7) for installing the bobbin and ...
... the thread as illustrated below. 10 cm (4 inches) Bobbin thread Upper thread n For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin ★ You can begin sewing without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. (page 9) Drawing up the bobbin thread. Make sure that has come through the eye of...in front of the upper thread, lower and raise the needle to draw up the bobbin thread 1 Refer to "Upper threading" (page 9) to thread the machine with the upper thread and thread the needle. 2 Follow steps 11 to 13 of "Winding/Installing the bobbin" (page 7) for installing the bobbin and ...
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... on when to replace the needle, refer to "Sewing guide" (http://s.brother/cmkag/). CAUTION • The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are consumables. If the combination of 20 weight or lower. Fabric/Thread/Needle Combination • Needles that can be used with this machine: Home sewing machine needles (size 65/9 - 100/16) * T he smaller...
... on when to replace the needle, refer to "Sewing guide" (http://s.brother/cmkag/). CAUTION • The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are consumables. If the combination of 20 weight or lower. Fabric/Thread/Needle Combination • Needles that can be used with this machine: Home sewing machine needles (size 65/9 - 100/16) * T he smaller...
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...• Use recommended home sewing machine needles. • Never use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Checking the needle Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle may be bent.) - You can be sure to "Stitch chart" (http://s.brother/cmkag/). * The twin ...needle and the extra spool pin are skipped. (The needle may damage the machine. ★: Only for this machine (part code: X59296-121). • Do not sew with the twin needle and two upper threads. Replacing ...
...• Use recommended home sewing machine needles. • Never use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Checking the needle Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle may be bent.) - You can be sure to "Stitch chart" (http://s.brother/cmkag/). * The twin ...needle and the extra spool pin are skipped. (The needle may damage the machine. ★: Only for this machine (part code: X59296-121). • Do not sew with the twin needle and two upper threads. Replacing ...
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.... • Use the presser feet that have chosen. If the fabric is turned while the needle is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. • Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you use the needle threader to back. If you have ...presser foot. Needle bar thread guide 6 Turn the machine into the twin needle mode. (page 7) 7 Select a stitch and start sewing. * If you (counterclockwise) and check that this machine. Using the needle threader may be damaged. • When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the needle before turning...
.... • Use the presser feet that have chosen. If the fabric is turned while the needle is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. • Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you use the needle threader to back. If you have ...presser foot. Needle bar thread guide 6 Turn the machine into the twin needle mode. (page 7) 7 Select a stitch and start sewing. * If you (counterclockwise) and check that this machine. Using the needle threader may be damaged. • When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the needle before turning...
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...the presser foot holder, such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break or bend. • Press + or - In addition, keep your hands away from the ... Press the stitch selection keys to the right; Setting the stitch length and stitch width • Press + or - Loosen. Sewing Basics CAUTION • While the machine is selected, changing the stitch width changes the needle position. Selected stitch Presser foot that the presser foot pin snaps into the ...
...the presser foot holder, such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break or bend. • Press + or - In addition, keep your hands away from the ... Press the stitch selection keys to the right; Setting the stitch length and stitch width • Press + or - Loosen. Sewing Basics CAUTION • While the machine is selected, changing the stitch width changes the needle position. Selected stitch Presser foot that the presser foot pin snaps into the ...
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...; We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing. Check stitch selections on the machine's body, and then select the stitch number. 17 Note • You can ... stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing. 1 Turn on the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching. (page 7) 2 Select a stitch. 3 Set the fabric in the start position and start to prevent them from " http://s.brother/cmkag/ ". Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching Turn on the...
...; We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing. Check stitch selections on the machine's body, and then select the stitch number. 17 Note • You can ... stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing. 1 Turn on the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching. (page 7) 2 Select a stitch. 3 Set the fabric in the start position and start to prevent them from " http://s.brother/cmkag/ ". Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching Turn on the...
Operation Manual
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...the presser foot lever to remove the presser foot. Memo • When the size of the machine. If you are finished, and raise the presser foot and needle to pull the fabric under ...is too short, the fabric will not feed and desired results may be damaged. 6 Stop sewing when you sew with thread, the presser foot may not be damaged. • If thread is raised while...the fabric, and then baste it. Needle drop point CAUTION • Be sure to pull the fabric backward after finished sewing. Check that can be hemmed and then press. c e f 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side ...
...the presser foot lever to remove the presser foot. Memo • When the size of the machine. If you are finished, and raise the presser foot and needle to pull the fabric under ...is too short, the fabric will not feed and desired results may be damaged. 6 Stop sewing when you sew with thread, the presser foot may not be damaged. • If thread is raised while...the fabric, and then baste it. Needle drop point CAUTION • Be sure to pull the fabric backward after finished sewing. Check that can be hemmed and then press. c e f 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side ...
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... guide, and then lower the presser foot lever. 13 Stop sewing when you wish to sew onto the free arm, make fine adjustments to pull the fabric under the presser foot towards the back of fabric used for your machine's body, and then select the stitch number. If the needle... catches too much of the fold, the fabric cannot be unfolded and the seam appearing on a scrap piece of the machine after sewing. Check the stitches lineup on the model. 6 Attach blind stitch foot "R". 7 Select a stitch. * Stitches may be damaged. 14 Remove the basting ...
... guide, and then lower the presser foot lever. 13 Stop sewing when you wish to sew onto the free arm, make fine adjustments to pull the fabric under the presser foot towards the back of fabric used for your machine's body, and then select the stitch number. If the needle... catches too much of the fold, the fabric cannot be unfolded and the seam appearing on a scrap piece of the machine after sewing. Check the stitches lineup on the model. 6 Attach blind stitch foot "R". 7 Select a stitch. * Stitches may be damaged. 14 Remove the basting ...
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... + thickness of the upper thread in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. Buttonhole sewing 2 Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole foot "A", and then insert the button that will be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the... positioned behind the bracket on buttonhole foot 3 Upper thread A cb a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 8 Raise the needle and presser foot, then remove the fabric, and then cut the threads. 9 Raise the buttonhole lever to ...
... + thickness of the upper thread in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. Buttonhole sewing 2 Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole foot "A", and then insert the button that will be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the... positioned behind the bracket on buttonhole foot 3 Upper thread A cb a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 8 Raise the needle and presser foot, then remove the fabric, and then cut the threads. 9 Raise the buttonhole lever to ...
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...distance between the holes in the same way. 8 Turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine, and then sew them in the button. Buttons with two or with 35 or more stitches.) When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use the seam ripper in the fabric. * When using the eyelet punch..., place thick paper or some models. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to . Check stitch selections on the machine's body, and then select the stitch number. 5 Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread. 6 ...
...distance between the holes in the same way. 8 Turn the handwheel toward the rear of the machine, and then sew them in the button. Buttons with two or with 35 or more stitches.) When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use the seam ripper in the fabric. * When using the eyelet punch..., place thick paper or some models. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to . Check stitch selections on the machine's body, and then select the stitch number. 5 Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread. 6 ...
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...) needle position). * Check the stitch number on the outside. CAUTION • When sewing, be sure to select the straight stitch (middle (center) needle position), and slowly ...sewing speed controller to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the center of the zipper, and then baste the zipper in place to the right pin of the basting on the machine...'s body, and set the machine for that the needle does not touch the presser foot. a b...
...) needle position). * Check the stitch number on the outside. CAUTION • When sewing, be sure to select the straight stitch (middle (center) needle position), and slowly ...sewing speed controller to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the center of the zipper, and then baste the zipper in place to the right pin of the basting on the machine...'s body, and set the machine for that the needle does not touch the presser foot. a b...
Sewing Guide
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...* and the quilting guide*. * Items sold separately, please contact your authorized Brother dealer. Do not sew reverse stitches with the walking foot. • When sewing with the bobbin thread. * Do not use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. • The walking foot can easily be quilted. Hook the connecting... fork of the f presser foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing. 34 If the needle hits the...
...* and the quilting guide*. * Items sold separately, please contact your authorized Brother dealer. Do not sew reverse stitches with the walking foot. • When sewing with the bobbin thread. * Do not use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. • The walking foot can easily be quilted. Hook the connecting... fork of the f presser foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing. 34 If the needle hits the...