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... thread tension dial to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the upper thread. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to learn the names of...
... thread tension dial to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the upper thread. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to learn the names of...
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...the fabric. 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. APPENDIX INDEX Cover C CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Needle and presser foot section 1 2 ...main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. 6 Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Memo ● Refer to Cover B, D or E pages while you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. 4 Air vent The...
...the fabric. 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. APPENDIX INDEX Cover C CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Needle and presser foot section 1 2 ...main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. 6 Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Memo ● Refer to Cover B, D or E pages while you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. 4 Air vent The...
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... to the machine may occur. ● When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or other . For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 53). 5 Sewing speed controller Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed. 6 Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise or lower the needle. APPENDIX...
... to the machine may occur. ● When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or other . For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 53). 5 Sewing speed controller Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed. 6 Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise or lower the needle. APPENDIX...
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...In addition, after you for future reference. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at the end of the sewing machine, the upper thread can quickly be threaded. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions"...stitches available, including utility stitches, character stitches and decorative stitches. In addition, the needle can be threaded with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the thread at the front of the stitching....
...In addition, after you for future reference. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at the end of the sewing machine, the upper thread can quickly be threaded. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions"...stitches available, including utility stitches, character stitches and decorative stitches. In addition, the needle can be threaded with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the thread at the front of the stitching....
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... E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Checking machine operating procedures ...13 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Changing the settings ...14 Changing the needle stop position ...16 Adjusting...
... E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Checking machine operating procedures ...13 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Changing the settings ...14 Changing the needle stop position ...16 Adjusting...
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... other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual. 3. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. Use this machine only for use as described in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it...
... other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual. 3. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. Use this machine only for use as described in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it...
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Be sure to clean the case. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For a longer service life 1. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other moving...
Be sure to clean the case. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For a longer service life 1. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other moving...
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...located on the error messages that should be used 2 Single or twin needle 3 Selected stitch 4 Stitch length (mm) 5 Stitch width (mm) Memo ● For details on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations ...are performed incorrectly. When the sewing machine is turned on, the LCD comes on and the following screen appears. 1 3 2 4 5 1...
...located on the error messages that should be used 2 Single or twin needle 3 Selected stitch 4 Stitch length (mm) 5 Stitch width (mm) Memo ● For details on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations ...are performed incorrectly. When the sewing machine is turned on, the LCD comes on and the following screen appears. 1 3 2 4 5 1...
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... be set are listed below. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. Adjusts the brightness of satin stitches. page 117 Repeated/ single sewing Specifies whether the pattern will be saved. page... 58 Check pattern Allows combined patterns to be checked. page 115 Stitching density Specifies the sewing density of the pattern. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. For details on each operation. page 17 Buzzer LCD brightness Specifies whether or not a...
... be set are listed below. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. Adjusts the brightness of satin stitches. page 117 Repeated/ single sewing Specifies whether the pattern will be saved. page... 58 Check pattern Allows combined patterns to be checked. page 115 Stitching density Specifies the sewing density of the pattern. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. For details on each operation. page 17 Buzzer LCD brightness Specifies whether or not a...
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... INDEX 16 Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can...
... INDEX 16 Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can...
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... that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to cut the end of the thread f wound around the bobbin, the machine will be fast). g Remove the bobbin from the shaft. X The sewing machine stops. APPENDIX INDEX Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...21 Slide the sewing speed controller to the left. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is...
... that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to cut the end of the thread f wound around the bobbin, the machine will be fast). g Remove the bobbin from the shaft. X The sewing machine stops. APPENDIX INDEX Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...21 Slide the sewing speed controller to the left. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is...
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... out toward the front. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. APPENDIX 1 Bobbin cover 2 Latch X The bobbin cover opens. 1 1 Cutter X The cutter cuts the thread. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch... the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left hand. Memo ● The order that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will not operate correctly. Slide the bobbin cover latch to insert the bobbin correctly. If bobbins ...
... out toward the front. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. APPENDIX 1 Bobbin cover 2 Latch X The bobbin cover opens. 1 1 Cutter X The cutter cuts the thread. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch... the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left hand. Memo ● The order that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will not operate correctly. Slide the bobbin cover latch to insert the bobbin correctly. If bobbins ...
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... be threaded is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. If the upper threading is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow...
... be threaded is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. If the upper threading is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow...
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...possible until the right side of the spool touches the right end of the spool pin. 1 1 Mark on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 Remove the spool cap that is slightly larger than the diameter of the spool. If the balance wheel is not ...from the bottom front of the spool. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Place the spool for the upper ...
...possible until the right side of the spool touches the right end of the spool pin. 1 1 Mark on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 Remove the spool cap that is slightly larger than the diameter of the spool. If the balance wheel is not ...from the bottom front of the spool. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Place the spool for the upper ...
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... that it is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be sure to step 8 through the 8 needle bar thread hook, manually thread the right needle. The thread should unroll from the top front of the needle from the front. If the needle threader is horizontal. 5 Place the upper... thread spool for the left needle with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. Upper Threading 29 INDEX ...
... that it is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be sure to step 8 through the 8 needle bar thread hook, manually thread the right needle. The thread should unroll from the top front of the needle from the front. If the needle threader is horizontal. 5 Place the upper... thread spool for the left needle with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. Upper Threading 29 INDEX ...
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..., and appears in the operation panel. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, press (needle position button) to "Stitch Settings" (page 128). Press , , and b is not cancelled. X Two lines of the screen. • Even after the sewing machine is turned off, the twin needle setting is selected. (arrow keys) until Press (OK key). CAUTION ●...
..., and appears in the operation panel. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, press (needle position button) to "Stitch Settings" (page 128). Press , , and b is not cancelled. X Two lines of the screen. • Even after the sewing machine is turned off, the twin needle setting is selected. (arrow keys) until Press (OK key). CAUTION ●...
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.../14 65/9-90/14 90/14-100/16 APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the Needle 33 Failure to sew. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Replacing the Needle This section provides information on the fabric and thread thickness. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for knits...
.../14 65/9-90/14 90/14-100/16 APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the Needle 33 Failure to sew. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Replacing the Needle This section provides information on the fabric and thread thickness. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for knits...
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... of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with thin needles (such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. Do not use...
... of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with thin needles (such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. Do not use...
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... with your project. Select a stitch. 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 37). Sewing beautiful patterns In order to sew the patterns correctly, the following must be sure to affix stabilizer material to the fabric. ■ Needles and threads When sewing thin, mediumweight or stretch fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Since material...
... with your project. Select a stitch. 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 37). Sewing beautiful patterns In order to sew the patterns correctly, the following must be sure to affix stabilizer material to the fabric. ■ Needles and threads When sewing thin, mediumweight or stretch fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Since material...
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... 17 screwdriver Cover A, 35 seam ripper Cover A, 81 selecting stitching 68 settings 14 settings key Cover E, 14 sewing machine help key Cover E, 13 sewing machine needles 33 sewing speed 49 sewing speed controller Cover B, Cover D, 99 shell tuck stitch 108 shutter 26 shuttle 22, 135 shuttle hook 136 side...plate Cover B, 20, 26 thread tension 54 thread tension dial Cover B, 54 thread that quickly unwinds 31 trial sewing 62 triple stretch stitch 100 troubleshooting 137 twin needle Cover A, 28, 35 U upper cover Cover B, 19, 25 upper thread 24 upper thread tension 54 Index ...
... 17 screwdriver Cover A, 35 seam ripper Cover A, 81 selecting stitching 68 settings 14 settings key Cover E, 14 sewing machine help key Cover E, 13 sewing machine needles 33 sewing speed 49 sewing speed controller Cover B, Cover D, 99 shell tuck stitch 108 shutter 26 shuttle 22, 135 shuttle hook 136 side...plate Cover B, 20, 26 thread tension 54 thread tension dial Cover B, 54 thread that quickly unwinds 31 trial sewing 62 triple stretch stitch 100 troubleshooting 137 twin needle Cover A, 28, 35 U upper cover Cover B, 19, 25 upper thread 24 upper thread tension 54 Index ...