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... not intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Do not use by or near children. 2. Do not use the proper needle plate. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any openings. 6. This sewing machine... before changing the light bulb. Keep fingers away from the accumulation of the air openings blocked. The wrong plate can cause the needle to the off , then remove plug from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug this manual. Always...
... not intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Do not use by or near children. 2. Do not use the proper needle plate. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any openings. 6. This sewing machine... before changing the light bulb. Keep fingers away from the accumulation of the air openings blocked. The wrong plate can cause the needle to the off , then remove plug from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug this manual. Always...
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... in the back of the operation manual to assure correct installation. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the needle while sewing. up lever, needle, or other parts to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving ...the machine unattended 3. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Always consult the operation manual when replacing...
... in the back of the operation manual to assure correct installation. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the needle while sewing. up lever, needle, or other parts to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving ...the machine unattended 3. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Always consult the operation manual when replacing...
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... Basic stitching ...28 Blind hem stitching ...28 Darning ...30 3 CONTENTS CONTENTS ...3 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 The main parts ...5 Needle and presser foot section ...6 Flat bed attachment ...6 ACCESSORIES ...7 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 7 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 8 Power supply precautions ...8 Power supply ...8 Foot controller ...9 Steadying the machine ...9 THREADING...
... Basic stitching ...28 Blind hem stitching ...28 Darning ...30 3 CONTENTS CONTENTS ...3 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 The main parts ...5 Needle and presser foot section ...6 Flat bed attachment ...6 ACCESSORIES ...7 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 7 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 8 Power supply precautions ...8 Power supply ...8 Foot controller ...9 Steadying the machine ...9 THREADING...
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... dial (page 24) This controls the tension of thread. n Presser foot lever (page 13) Use the presser foot lever to manually raise and lower the needle. l Foot controller jack/jack Insert the foot controller plug into the foot controller jack, which also supplies power to this switch to sew in handle...
... dial (page 24) This controls the tension of thread. n Presser foot lever (page 13) Use the presser foot lever to manually raise and lower the needle. l Foot controller jack/jack Insert the foot controller plug into the foot controller jack, which also supplies power to this switch to sew in handle...
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... place. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the sewing direction. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment... the bag inside the flat bed attachment. If the accessories are stored in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 6 Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a compartment inside the compartment...
... place. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the sewing direction. h Bobbin case i Needle j Needle bar thread guide k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment... the bag inside the flat bed attachment. If the accessories are stored in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 6 Needle and presser foot section Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a compartment inside the compartment...
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...VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● A replacement for the factory-installed presser foot is available through your authorized dealer. (Part number: 138135-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 90/14 needle No. We...XA3442-121 No. Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle 7 Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130920-021 X57521-021 only) ● Foot controller: Model KD-1902, N This foot controller can be...
...VX-1435/LX-3125. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● A replacement for the factory-installed presser foot is available through your authorized dealer. (Part number: 138135-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 90/14 needle No. We...XA3442-121 No. Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. Part Name 1 Extra spool pin 2 Twin needle 7 Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130920-021 X57521-021 only) ● Foot controller: Model KD-1902, N This foot controller can be...
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... models are used, the machine will make a clicking sound; If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. CAUTION ● Make ..., you follow the instructions carefully. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle...
... models are used, the machine will make a clicking sound; If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. CAUTION ● Make ..., you follow the instructions carefully. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle...
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... when the machine starts to be used with this machine. Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to be incorrect or break the needle. Open the shuttle cover behind the flat bed b attachment at the top of the machine. g CAUTION ● Make sure that were designed to the left...
... when the machine starts to be used with this machine. Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down e and to be incorrect or break the needle. Open the shuttle cover behind the flat bed b attachment at the top of the machine. g CAUTION ● Make sure that were designed to the left...
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... rear one first, then the front one. Be sure to the left so the thread picks up the thread check spring. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. Pull up lever to break.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. a Spool pin b Thread guide (rear) c Thread guide (front) d Thread take-up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take...
... rear one first, then the front one. Be sure to the left so the thread picks up the thread check spring. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. Pull up lever to break.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. a Spool pin b Thread guide (rear) c Thread guide (front) d Thread take-up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take...
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... lever and the thread take -up the lower c thread. Drawing up lever. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle to back and pull i out about 15 cm (6 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of thread. Pull on the upper thread...the thread as shown below, f pull it between the tension discs. a 1 Guide the thread through the thread take -up lever Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by turning the handwheel toward you may cause sewing problems. a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the ...
... lever and the thread take -up the lower c thread. Drawing up lever. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle to back and pull i out about 15 cm (6 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of thread. Pull on the upper thread...the thread as shown below, f pull it between the tension discs. a 1 Guide the thread through the thread take -up lever Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by turning the handwheel toward you may cause sewing problems. a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the ...
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... should be used depends on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to sew. Sewing fabrics Needle sizes Thread sizes Very thin Fine tricot, Fine lace, Thin linen, Silk, 65/9 Organza, Chiffon Cotton: 80 Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber ...the thread number, the thicker the thread; and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on the fabric and thread thickness. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the ...
... should be used depends on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to sew. Sewing fabrics Needle sizes Thread sizes Very thin Fine tricot, Fine lace, Thin linen, Silk, 65/9 Organza, Chiffon Cotton: 80 Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber ...the thread number, the thicker the thread; and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on the fabric and thread thickness. CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the ...
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... off the sewing machine. Do not use a bent needle. Checking the needle Sewing with thin needles (such as described below. a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even. 1 2 Replacing the needle Replace the needle as 65/9 to its highest position by b turning...
... off the sewing machine. Do not use a bent needle. Checking the needle Sewing with thin needles (such as described below. a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even. 1 2 Replacing the needle Replace the needle as 65/9 to its highest position by b turning...
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... way. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 17 Therefore, do not loosen the needle clamp screw too much , the needle clamp (which holds the needle) may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is removed, follow the procedure below to attach...
... way. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 17 Therefore, do not loosen the needle clamp screw too much , the needle clamp (which holds the needle) may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is removed, follow the procedure below to attach...
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... break and injure you can use the same color or two different colors of the needle bar thread guide. a Attach the twin needle in the same way as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). b Put the extra spool pin in front of thread for more details. The path ...for threading the machine to the needle bar thread guide is lowered, the needle may bend or break. ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. ● Slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check ...
... break and injure you can use the same color or two different colors of the needle bar thread guide. a Attach the twin needle in the same way as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). b Put the extra spool pin in front of thread for more details. The path ...for threading the machine to the needle bar thread guide is lowered, the needle may bend or break. ● When changing the sewing direction, be damaged. ● Slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check ...
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...sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller is positioned to turn off the power before you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. ● Only use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern... on the controller, the machine will start and you may be sure to be used with the shank in the presser foot holder. Raise the needle to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you have been designed to release the presser foot. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a...
...sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller is positioned to turn off the power before you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. ● Only use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern... on the controller, the machine will start and you may be sure to be used with the shank in the presser foot holder. Raise the needle to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you have been designed to release the presser foot. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a...
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... sewing. Select the stitch appropriate for the stitch. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. In addition, keep your hands away from... while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break or bend. When sewing is in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. For details on starting to sew, refer to...
... sewing. Select the stitch appropriate for the stitch. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. In addition, keep your hands away from... while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break or bend. When sewing is in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. For details on starting to sew, refer to...
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Selecting stitching Turning the stitch selection dial in either direction, select the desired stitch. 2 Number on dial Pattern selection dial Stitch name Pattern Page 1 4-step automatic buttonhole b ac d 31 2 Zigzag stitch 3 Zigzag stitch 4 Zigzag stitch 27, 35 5 Zigzag (satin) stitch 6 -10 11 12 Straight stitch (Center needle position) 6 7 8 9 10 28, 30, 34, 37 Select the desired length. Straight stitch (Left needle position) 28 Stretch blind Stitch 28 13 Shell tuck stitch 37 14 Elastic stitch 38 22
Selecting stitching Turning the stitch selection dial in either direction, select the desired stitch. 2 Number on dial Pattern selection dial Stitch name Pattern Page 1 4-step automatic buttonhole b ac d 31 2 Zigzag stitch 3 Zigzag stitch 4 Zigzag stitch 27, 35 5 Zigzag (satin) stitch 6 -10 11 12 Straight stitch (Center needle position) 6 7 8 9 10 28, 30, 34, 37 Select the desired length. Straight stitch (Left needle position) 28 Stretch blind Stitch 28 13 Shell tuck stitch 37 14 Elastic stitch 38 22
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...sewing. j Pull the fabric to the left hand, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your foot off the foot controller. Raise the needle to the starting point of the machine. a Thread cutter Sewing in reverse Reverse sewing is needed. Take your right hand to lower the...holding the end of the seam or wherever reinforcement is used to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). a Raise the needle to lock the threads at the end of the thread and the e fabric with your left side of the machine, and k then pass the ...
...sewing. j Pull the fabric to the left hand, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your foot off the foot controller. Raise the needle to the starting point of the machine. a Thread cutter Sewing in reverse Reverse sewing is needed. Take your right hand to lower the...holding the end of the seam or wherever reinforcement is used to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). a Raise the needle to lock the threads at the end of the thread and the e fabric with your left side of the machine, and k then pass the ...
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... around the curve. Refer to these tips when sewing your sewing projects are the same as a pivot. When sewing along a curve while using the twin needle, be sure to obtain a finer stitch. Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. 25 CAUTION ● If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inches...) thick is sewn or if the fabric is lowered, the needle may not be used for your project. For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and stitching being sewn, the desired results may bend or...
... around the curve. Refer to these tips when sewing your sewing projects are the same as a pivot. When sewing along a curve while using the twin needle, be sure to obtain a finer stitch. Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. 25 CAUTION ● If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inches...) thick is sewn or if the fabric is lowered, the needle may not be used for your project. For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and stitching being sewn, the desired results may bend or...
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... Application 3 Overcasting and Zigzag stitch attaching appliqués. CAUTION ● Slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Select a stitch. Memo ● When sewing with the decorative satin stitches. c • For ...details, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 22). Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning and end of the stitching. a • For details, refer to sew" (page 23). d • For...
... Application 3 Overcasting and Zigzag stitch attaching appliqués. CAUTION ● Slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Select a stitch. Memo ● When sewing with the decorative satin stitches. c • For ...details, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 22). Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning and end of the stitching. a • For details, refer to sew" (page 23). d • For...