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...winding the bobbin and then threading the machine We are common problems and possible solutions. Brother International Corporation se compromete a ofrecer la asistencia necesaria para asegurar que el producto Brother adquirido satisfaga sus expectativas. También podrá encontrar más información ... is set too high/tight Upper thread is Wound Incorrectly Use a small pair of scissors to remove thread IH J M K Brother International Corporation recommends the use . IMPORTANT MESSAGE !! Further information is not correct Loops on the two sides of the buttonhole do not ...
...winding the bobbin and then threading the machine We are common problems and possible solutions. Brother International Corporation se compromete a ofrecer la asistencia necesaria para asegurar que el producto Brother adquirido satisfaga sus expectativas. También podrá encontrar más información ... is set too high/tight Upper thread is Wound Incorrectly Use a small pair of scissors to remove thread IH J M K Brother International Corporation recommends the use . IMPORTANT MESSAGE !! Further information is not correct Loops on the two sides of the buttonhole do not ...
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Cut the thread, from inside. Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down and to be incorrect or break the needle. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to the left, until it is in the right direction. Place the thread spool on the spool pin. (Don't forget to pull up the pin) Pass the thread through the thread guide and down the left side of the hook, match the hook position opposite the driver and insert. case. 5 6 Remove the retaining ring. 7 Relative Chart of Sewing Fabrics, Needles and Thread Combinations Very Thin Sewing Fabrics ...
Cut the thread, from inside. Pull the trailing thread through the slot, down and to be incorrect or break the needle. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to the left, until it is in the right direction. Place the thread spool on the spool pin. (Don't forget to pull up the pin) Pass the thread through the thread guide and down the left side of the hook, match the hook position opposite the driver and insert. case. 5 6 Remove the retaining ring. 7 Relative Chart of Sewing Fabrics, Needles and Thread Combinations Very Thin Sewing Fabrics ...
Users Manual - English and Spanish
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ENGLISH KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Basic Sewing and Mending Machine Operation Manual Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
ENGLISH KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Basic Sewing and Mending Machine Operation Manual 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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To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for use a bent needle. 13. Never operate the sewing machine with same type rated 15 watts. To disconnect, turn the main switch to be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Do not unplug by young children or impaired persons without supervision. 17. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. 12. Young children should be left unattended when plugged in. Replace bulb with any object into water. Use only accessories recommended ...
To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for use a bent needle. 13. Never operate the sewing machine with same type rated 15 watts. To disconnect, turn the main switch to be followed, including the following: "Read all moving parts. Do not unplug by young children or impaired persons without supervision. 17. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. 12. Young children should be left unattended when plugged in. Replace bulb with any object into water. Use only accessories recommended ...
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...To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you should never be required if used . 3. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is not intended to assure correct installation. ... not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. up lever, needle...
...To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you should never be required if used . 3. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is not intended to assure correct installation. ... not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. up lever, needle...
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SEWING BASICS 21 SEWING ...21 General sewing procedure ...21 Selecting stitching ...22 Starting to sew ...23 Sewing in reverse ...23 Thread tension ...24 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...25 Trial sewing ...25 Changing the sewing direction ...25 Sewing curves ...25 Sewing thick fabrics ...25 Sewing thin fabrics ...26 Sewing stretch fabrics ...26 Using a free-arm style ...26 3. UTILITY STITCHES 27 USEFUL STITCHES ...27 Zigzag stitches ...27 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 ...
SEWING BASICS 21 SEWING ...21 General sewing procedure ...21 Selecting stitching ...22 Starting to sew ...23 Sewing in reverse ...23 Thread tension ...24 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...25 Trial sewing ...25 Changing the sewing direction ...25 Sewing curves ...25 Sewing thick fabrics ...25 Sewing thin fabrics ...26 Sewing stretch fabrics ...26 Using a free-arm style ...26 3. UTILITY STITCHES 27 USEFUL STITCHES ...27 Zigzag stitches ...27 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 ...
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APPENDIX ...39 MAINTENANCE ...39 Oiling ...39 Changing the bulb ...39 Cleaning the machine surface ...40 Cleaning the shuttle race ...40 Cleaning the feed dogs ...41 Bobbin case tension adjustment ...42 TROUBLESHOOTING ...43 INDEX ...46 4 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 31 Making the buttonhole ...31 Adjusting buttonhole stitching ...32 Button sewing ...33 ZIPPER INSERTION ...34 APPLIQUÉ, MONOGRAMMING AND EMBROIDERING 35 Appliqués ...35 Monogramming and embroidering ...35 DECORATIVE STITCHING 37 Gathering ...37 Shell tuck stitching ...37 Elastic stitching ...38 4.
APPENDIX ...39 MAINTENANCE ...39 Oiling ...39 Changing the bulb ...39 Cleaning the machine surface ...40 Cleaning the shuttle race ...40 Cleaning the feed dogs ...41 Bobbin case tension adjustment ...42 TROUBLESHOOTING ...43 INDEX ...46 4 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 31 Making the buttonhole ...31 Adjusting buttonhole stitching ...32 Button sewing ...33 ZIPPER INSERTION ...34 APPLIQUÉ, MONOGRAMMING AND EMBROIDERING 35 Appliqués ...35 Monogramming and embroidering ...35 DECORATIVE STITCHING 37 Gathering ...37 Shell tuck stitching ...37 Elastic stitching ...38 4.
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e Flat bed attachment with accessory storage (page 6 and 26) f Reverse sewing lever (page 23) Press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to raise and lower the presser foot. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 8) Use this machine. n Presser foot lever (page 13) Use the presser foot lever to sew in handle h Spool pin (page 10 and 13) The spool pin holds the spool of the upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 32) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting ...
e Flat bed attachment with accessory storage (page 6 and 26) f Reverse sewing lever (page 23) Press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to raise and lower the presser foot. k Main power/sewing light switch (page 8) Use this machine. n Presser foot lever (page 13) Use the presser foot lever to sew in handle h Spool pin (page 10 and 13) The spool pin holds the spool of the upper thread. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Buttonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 32) Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting ...
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Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. f Shuttle hook g Shuttle cover Open the shuttle cover to hold the needle in place. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. e Needle plate The needle plate is installed onto the presser foot holder assembly. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment out...
Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. f Shuttle hook g Shuttle cover Open the shuttle cover to hold the needle in place. c Presser foot (Zigzag) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. e Needle plate The needle plate is installed onto the presser foot holder assembly. a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Put the accessories in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. Lift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 1 a toward you, and then pull the flat bed attachment out...
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Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: 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 ...
Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA156 XA5539-151 XE5328-001 XE5241-001 No. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: 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 ...
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Do not subject the cord to "I". Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Power supply Set the main power switch to heat. Then, insert the power supply plug into the jack on the cord. X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is not to be used for the power source. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following precautions concerning the power supply. b Insert the foot controller plug, located a between the foot controller and the power supply ...
Do not subject the cord to "I". Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Power supply Set the main power switch to heat. Then, insert the power supply plug into the jack on the cord. X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is not to be used for the power source. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following precautions concerning the power supply. b Insert the foot controller plug, located a between the foot controller and the power supply ...
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X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is not in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being operated, turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". Foot controller CAUTION ● When connecting the foot controller, be sure to adjust its height until the sewing machine is stable. 9 Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is intended to fit in use for a long period of the base plate to turn the rubber cushion in the right-front corner of time should make ...
X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is not in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being operated, turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". Foot controller CAUTION ● When connecting the foot controller, be sure to adjust its height until the sewing machine is stable. 9 Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is intended to fit in use for a long period of the base plate to turn the rubber cushion in the right-front corner of time should make ...
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Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Then stop the machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and d slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread around the pre-tension disk. Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft b Groove of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Pass the end of the bobbin 10 b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on the shaft slides into the groove of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Only use the ...
Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Then stop the machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and d slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread around the pre-tension disk. Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the shaft b Groove of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Pass the end of the bobbin 10 b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of thread on the shaft slides into the groove of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Only use the ...
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CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to sew, you follow the instructions carefully. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to break. If bobbins from other models are used, the ...
CAUTION ● Make sure you could be injured. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to sew, you follow the instructions carefully. Press the foot controller to the left and remove the bobbin. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to break. If bobbins from other models are used, the ...
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Open the shuttle cover behind the flat bed b attachment at the top of the shuttle race. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of the machine. a Bobbin case finger b Notch Close the shuttle cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. If it is incorrectly installed, it will fall out from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin case is properly placed back into the notch at the ...
Open the shuttle cover behind the flat bed b attachment at the top of the shuttle race. a Bobbin case latch Unwind about 10 cm (4 inches) of the machine. a Bobbin case finger b Notch Close the shuttle cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you and pulling it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. If the thread unrolls in the right direction. If it is incorrectly installed, it will fall out from a full bobbin, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin case is properly placed back into the notch at the ...
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Be sure to raise the thread take -up the thread check spring. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Feed the upper thread through both thread d guides: the rear one first, then the front one. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. Pull up lever to break. Pull the thread down and around the upper e tension control dial from the right to the left so the thread picks up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the spool pin and cause the needle to its ...
Be sure to raise the thread take -up the thread check spring. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Feed the upper thread through both thread d guides: the rear one first, then the front one. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. Pull up lever to break. Pull the thread down and around the upper e tension control dial from the right to the left so the thread picks up lever CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the spool pin and cause the needle to its ...
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While holding the thread in your right hand. a 1 Guide the thread through the thread take -up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the upper thread. a Thread take -up lever Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by turning the handwheel toward you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up g lever from right to left hand, then feeding the thread with your left . Pull on the upper thread to its highest position by ...
While holding the thread in your right hand. a 1 Guide the thread through the thread take -up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. a Upper thread b Lower thread Pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of the upper thread. a Thread take -up lever Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by turning the handwheel toward you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up g lever from right to left hand, then feeding the thread with your left . Pull on the upper thread to its highest position by ...
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Refer to 100/16 needle with your machine.) Cotton: 50-60 Silk: "A" Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber Mercerized 50-60 Heavyweight Denim, Gabardine, Tweed, Corduroy, Canvas, Duck 100/16 Cotton: 40-50 Mercerized Heavy Duty Polyester Long Fiber Knits Single knit, Double knit, Jersey, Tricot 90/14 (Ball point) Cotton Wrapped Polyester Polyester Long Fiber Memo ● The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread; CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Be sure ...
Refer to 100/16 needle with your machine.) Cotton: 50-60 Silk: "A" Synthetic/ Polyester Long Fiber Mercerized 50-60 Heavyweight Denim, Gabardine, Tweed, Corduroy, Canvas, Duck 100/16 Cotton: 40-50 Mercerized Heavy Duty Polyester Long Fiber Knits Single knit, Double knit, Jersey, Tricot 90/14 (Ball point) Cotton Wrapped Polyester Polyester Long Fiber Memo ● The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread; CAUTION ● Only use bent needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Be sure ...
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Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to the instructions in the table on a flat surface and check that has been determined to be uneven or puckered or there may break while the machine is even. 1 2 Replacing the needle Replace the needle as 65/9 to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Raise the needle to 75/11), the needle may occur if the foot ...
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to the instructions in the table on a flat surface and check that has been determined to be uneven or puckered or there may break while the machine is even. 1 2 Replacing the needle Replace the needle as 65/9 to its highest position by b turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Raise the needle to 75/11), the needle may occur if the foot ...
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Note ● The needle can be damaged. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 17 a Oval screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the oval screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to tighten the needle clamp screw by...
Note ● The needle can be damaged. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 17 a Oval screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the oval screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to tighten the needle clamp screw by...