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... CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns and stitch names 9 Reverse sewing lever 10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin 11 Lower threading 13 Lower threading (for the plug supplied with a quick-set bobbin 14 Upper threading 15 Drawing up the lower thread 17 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 18 2. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND...
... CONTROLS 9 Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns and stitch names 9 Reverse sewing lever 10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin 11 Lower threading 13 Lower threading (for the plug supplied with a quick-set bobbin 14 Upper threading 15 Drawing up the lower thread 17 FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 18 2. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND...
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... XE2137-001 SA107 F034N: XC2165-002 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 No. Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 2 Buttonhole foot "A" 3 Zipper foot "I" 4 Bobbin (One is on the machine model. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 ACCESSORIES We have designed these accessories...
... XE2137-001 SA107 F034N: XC2165-002 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 No. Part Name 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 2 Buttonhole foot "A" 3 Zipper foot "I" 4 Bobbin (One is on the machine model. Optional accessories The following accessory may be purchased separately. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 ACCESSORIES We have designed these accessories...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... pin (Page 11, 15) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 11, 15) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 16) 5 Upper tension-control dial (Page 22) This controls the tension of the upper thread.... 6 Thread cutter (Page 20) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 7 Quick-set bobbin (Page 14, 17) (This is only available on certain models.) 8 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) 9 Presser foot (Page 8) 0 Reverse sewing lever ...
... pin (Page 11, 15) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 11, 15) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 16) 5 Upper tension-control dial (Page 22) This controls the tension of the upper thread.... 6 Thread cutter (Page 20) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 7 Quick-set bobbin (Page 14, 17) (This is only available on certain models.) 8 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) 9 Presser foot (Page 8) 0 Reverse sewing lever ...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle CAUTION ● Always turn on the foot controller when the machine is placed on the machine while pressing down...
... is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle CAUTION ● Always turn on the foot controller when the machine is placed on the machine while pressing down...
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Using other models, the machine will not work properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model ...Other models 1 1 Pull the thread in completely. 2 3 1 Pre-tension disk 2 Bobbin winder shaft Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause...
Using other models, the machine will not work properly. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin CAUTION ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model ...Other models 1 1 Pull the thread in completely. 2 3 1 Pre-tension disk 2 Bobbin winder shaft Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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...CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. If the thread is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently press the foot controller to wind the... through the hole Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 3 on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin. 7 • Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the bobbin. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. The machine may occur...
...CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. If the thread is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. While holding the end of the thread, 6 gently press the foot controller to wind the... through the hole Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 3 on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin. 7 • Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the bobbin. 1 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. The machine may occur...
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...to be injured. If you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Put the 6 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Bobbin cover Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on page 17 after threading the upper thread. ...of the machine (as shown in the direction shown by sliding it and 3 lift toward you. 1 Hold the end of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to "Drawing up the lower thread before threading the lower...
...to be injured. If you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Put the 6 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Bobbin cover Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on page 17 after threading the upper thread. ...of the machine (as shown in the direction shown by sliding it and 3 lift toward you. 1 Hold the end of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to "Drawing up the lower thread before threading the lower...
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... only available on page 13. When sewing gathers or darts, you to the steps in "Drawing up the lower thread by hand so that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. 2 1 2 3 1 12 1 Groove 2 Projection • Start sewing after threading the lower and upper thread. Put the... 3 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Install the bobbin wound with a quick-set bobbin) Replace the bobbin cover. Lower threading (for models equipped with thread. This feature is not correctly inserted through the slit (1 and 2)....
... only available on page 13. When sewing gathers or darts, you to the steps in "Drawing up the lower thread by hand so that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. 2 1 2 3 1 12 1 Groove 2 Projection • Start sewing after threading the lower and upper thread. Put the... 3 projection into the race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Install the bobbin wound with a quick-set bobbin) Replace the bobbin cover. Lower threading (for models equipped with thread. This feature is not correctly inserted through the slit (1 and 2)....
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... thread by hand to lower and then raise the needle. ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. Draw up the lower thread as described in 3 the previous steps 1 to draw up the 2 ...lower thread. 1 2 1 • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Pull on the upper thread to 3. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread While lightly holding the end of the...
... thread by hand to lower and then raise the needle. ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without cutting it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. Draw up the lower thread as described in 3 the previous steps 1 to draw up the 2 ...lower thread. 1 2 1 • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Pull on the upper thread to 3. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread While lightly holding the end of the...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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... tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a higher number. 22 In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper... upper thread. 25 1 3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on the back of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose.
... tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a higher number. 22 In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 13 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper... upper thread. 25 1 3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on the back of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose.
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... on the machine. 5 CAUTION ● Do not turn on the needle 4 plate. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. The machine may be injured. Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the button sewing foot 3 "M". Pull the upper... the desired width. The needle may break and you may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the wrong side of the stitching.
... on the machine. 5 CAUTION ● Do not turn on the needle 4 plate. Turn off the machine. 2 Change the foot to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. The machine may be injured. Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the button sewing foot 3 "M". Pull the upper... the desired width. The needle may break and you may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the wrong side of the stitching.
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... occur, such as shown in any of the locations described below, otherwise damage to the machine may reduce its efficiency. 1 Use the screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out 5 to the left to remove it. • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures •...
... occur, such as shown in any of the locations described below, otherwise damage to the machine may reduce its efficiency. 1 Use the screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out 5 to the left to remove it. • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures •...
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... machine as shown below. 1 1 2 2 • Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲... mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched; Install the needle plate, and then tighten 8 the screws. 1 1 2 1 Cleaning brush 2 Race • Do...
... machine as shown below. 1 1 2 2 • Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may break. 3 1 ▲... mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that is scratched; Install the needle plate, and then tighten 8 the screws. 1 1 2 1 Cleaning brush 2 Race • Do...
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...brother.com ". Symptom Possible cause How to put it , and clean the race. 34 removed. left. 12 not work. The needle is tangled below it right Page The main power switch is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Replace the bobbin...machine Thread is incorrectly installed. Use the screwdriver to the machine does right. You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that are fabric, thread and needle. TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible ...
...brother.com ". Symptom Possible cause How to put it , and clean the race. 34 removed. left. 12 not work. The needle is tangled below it right Page The main power switch is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Replace the bobbin...machine Thread is incorrectly installed. Use the screwdriver to the machine does right. You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that are fabric, thread and needle. TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible ...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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...foot is bent or blunt. You have not fitted the spool properly. You have not threaded the upper thread properly or fitted the bobbin properly. Bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly. Choose a thread and needle that are being fed correctly. Attach the presser foot holder properly....foot that is not being sewn, the fabric is correct for this machine. The thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. Use a bobbin that you want to put it . Adjust the tension of the upper thread. APPENDIX Symptom ▲ The upper thread breaks. The needle is...
...foot is bent or blunt. You have not fitted the spool properly. You have not threaded the upper thread properly or fitted the bobbin properly. Bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly. Choose a thread and needle that are being fed correctly. Attach the presser foot holder properly....foot that is not being sewn, the fabric is correct for this machine. The thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. Use a bobbin that you want to put it . Adjust the tension of the upper thread. APPENDIX Symptom ▲ The upper thread breaks. The needle is...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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..., clean the race. Correctly install the needle. Remove the tangled thread. The presser foot that are appropriate for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. If the thread is bent or blunt. Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of the upper thread....the upper thread properly. Choose a thread and needle that you are skipped. Remove the tangle thread. The thread tension is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not used the right combination of stitch that you want to sew. Symptom Stitches are using is fitted on the needle...
..., clean the race. Correctly install the needle. Remove the tangled thread. The presser foot that are appropriate for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. If the thread is bent or blunt. Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of the upper thread....the upper thread properly. Choose a thread and needle that you are skipped. Remove the tangle thread. The thread tension is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not used the right combination of stitch that you want to sew. Symptom Stitches are using is fitted on the needle...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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...18 Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 21 G Gathering 30 H Handwheel 15 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 13 quick-set bobbin 14 17 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 34 N Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread ......... 18 replacing 7 O Overedge stitching ...25 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 9 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 14 17 39 R Race cleaning 34 Reverse sewing lever 10 , S Spool pin 11 15 Stitches built-in 23 names 9 Straight stitching 23 ...
...18 Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 21 G Gathering 30 H Handwheel 15 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 13 quick-set bobbin 14 17 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 34 N Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread ......... 18 replacing 7 O Overedge stitching ...25 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 9 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 14 17 39 R Race cleaning 34 Reverse sewing lever 10 , S Spool pin 11 15 Stitches built-in 23 names 9 Straight stitching 23 ...