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...in the accessory compartment of the upper thread. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to start the... sewing machine and automatically cut them. Front view 1 D C B 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A 0 9 1 Thread guide plate / 2 Thread guide cover Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading...
...in the accessory compartment of the upper thread. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to start the... sewing machine and automatically cut them. Front view 1 D C B 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A 0 9 1 Thread guide plate / 2 Thread guide cover Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading...
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...Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used. 5 Main power switch Use the 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. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the...
...Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used. 5 Main power switch Use the 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. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the...
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... . APPENDIX INDEX Cover D CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start sewing Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is being... are sewn by sewing 3 to sew reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. When sewing is stopped, the needle is depressed. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of each other special threads, use the thread cutter on how the sewing machine is moved to ...
... . APPENDIX INDEX Cover D CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start sewing Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is being... are sewn by sewing 3 to sew reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. When sewing is stopped, the needle is depressed. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of each other special threads, use the thread cutter on how the sewing machine is moved to ...
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... key to display various items and select the settings. For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page 12). 2 Sewing machine help key Press this key to remove an added pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches. 6 Arrow keys Use these keys to quickly select one of 12 of the LCD... other settings such as for incorrect operations appear in the indicated direction when selecting an item displayed on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches. For details, refer to move in the LCD.
... key to display various items and select the settings. For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page 12). 2 Sewing machine help key Press this key to remove an added pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches. 6 Arrow keys Use these keys to quickly select one of 12 of the LCD... other settings such as for incorrect operations appear in the indicated direction when selecting an item displayed on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches. For details, refer to move in the LCD.
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... thread. (page 18) 5 Built-in stitches available, including utility stitches, character stitches and decorative stitches. In addition, the needle can be threaded. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at the front of the most often used utility stitches...Knee lifter Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can select from the built-in stitches You can be set to handle the fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 In addition, after you...
... thread. (page 18) 5 Built-in stitches available, including utility stitches, character stitches and decorative stitches. In addition, the needle can be threaded. Sewing Machine Features 1 4 5 2 6 3 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool can be installed at the front of the most often used utility stitches...Knee lifter Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can select from the built-in stitches You can be set to handle the fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 In addition, after you...
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... ...Cover D Operation panel ...Cover 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...
... ...Cover D Operation panel ...Cover 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...
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... plug, not the cord. 10. Do not use the proper needle plate. This sewing machine is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not intended for its intended use by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle... be supervised to the symbol "{" position when making any air openings blocked. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. To...
... plug, not the cord. 10. Do not use the proper needle plate. This sewing machine is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not intended for its intended use by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle... be supervised to the symbol "{" position when making any air openings blocked. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. To...
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...your local authorized Brother dealer. up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Do not... event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For a longer service life 1. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the...
...your local authorized Brother dealer. up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing. Do not... event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For a longer service life 1. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the...
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...for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on and off the main power first. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe ... household electricity for a long period of time. Using other appliances plugged in the following precautions concerning the power supply. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off .
...for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on and off the main power first. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe ... household electricity for a long period of time. Using other appliances plugged in the following precautions concerning the power supply. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off .
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...from the 4 power supply jack. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Unplug the power supply cord from the 3 electrical outlet. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to turn it off . To reduce the... to "I"). If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Insert the plug of the machine. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned 1 off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. Do not modify the...
...from the 4 power supply jack. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Unplug the power supply cord from the 3 electrical outlet. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to turn it off . To reduce the... to "I"). If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Insert the plug of the machine. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned 1 off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. Do not modify the...
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When the sewing machine is performed incorrectly, refer to "Error messages" (page 141). APPENDIX INDEX 12 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Understanding the LCD Screens The LCD screen, located on the error messages that appear when an operation is turned ... 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 performed incorrectly, refer to "Error messages" (page 141). APPENDIX INDEX 12 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Understanding the LCD Screens The LCD screen, located on the error messages that appear when an operation is turned ... 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.
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To display the next screen, press . CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on . Turn on each topic, refer to the previous screen, press . Example: Upper ... winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin can be displayed in the 2 operation panel. X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press (sewing machine help screen, 6 press (OK key). X The sewing machine help screen appears. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the image illustrating desired topic is selected. 1 2 Note ●...
To display the next screen, press . CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on . Turn on each topic, refer to the previous screen, press . Example: Upper ... winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin can be displayed in the 2 operation panel. X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press (sewing machine help screen, 6 press (OK key). X The sewing machine help screen appears. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the image illustrating desired topic is selected. 1 2 Note ●...
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... general procedure for the selected attribute appears. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the stitch or machine attribute that you wish to set is selected. Press...
... general procedure for the selected attribute appears. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the stitch or machine attribute that you wish to set is selected. Press...
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... adjusted pattern widths and lengths to be checked. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. Adjusts the brightness of the pattern. page 58 Check pattern Allows combined patterns to be changed...
... adjusted pattern widths and lengths to be checked. page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is sounded with the sewing speed controller. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. Adjusts the brightness of the pattern. page 58 Check pattern Allows combined patterns to be changed...
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... needle in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and (arrow keys) until is selected. X The machine is now set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD is changed. Press (OK key). 4... again. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop position appears. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to , press . To make the LCD darker, press (+). APPENDIX INDEX...
... needle in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and (arrow keys) until is selected. X The machine is now set to instead leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD is changed. Press (OK key). 4... again. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop position appears. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to , press . To make the LCD darker, press (+). APPENDIX INDEX...
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... of the screens is changed to one of the screens appears. Press or 3 selected. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 Press (settings key) in English. X The language of the many available. When the sewing machine is purchased, the screens appear in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and (arrow keys) until the...
... of the screens is changed to one of the screens appears. Press or 3 selected. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 Press (settings key) in English. X The language of the many available. When the sewing machine is purchased, the screens appear in the operation 1 panel, and then press , , and (arrow keys) until the...
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...bobbin or bobbins of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The enclosed bobbin was designed specifically for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). INDEX 18...observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread...
...bobbin or bobbins of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The enclosed bobbin was designed specifically for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). INDEX 18...observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread...
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... some space between the cap and the spool. 1 2 3 1 Spool 2 Gap 3 Spool cap (small) Winding/Installing the Bobbin 19 INDEX CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool pin. 1 Notch 2 Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 4 • Three... spool pin. Lift open the upper cover. 2 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft 3 so that the spring on the spool pin when the sewing machine is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool.
... some space between the cap and the spool. 1 2 3 1 Spool 2 Gap 3 Spool cap (small) Winding/Installing the Bobbin 19 INDEX CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool pin. 1 Notch 2 Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 4 • Three... spool pin. Lift open the upper cover. 2 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft 3 so that the spring on the spool pin when the sewing machine is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool.
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... the bobbin winder shaft to its i original position. Press e (start /stop button) once. 1 1 Start/stop button) once. X The sewing machine stops. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the left. this is full. g Remove the bobbin from the shaft. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the ...Be sure to cut the thread as described on the previous page. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is wound around the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right c (so that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may ...
... the bobbin winder shaft to its i original position. Press e (start /stop button) once. 1 1 Start/stop button) once. X The sewing machine stops. Slide the sewing speed controller back to the left. this is full. g Remove the bobbin from the shaft. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the ...Be sure to cut the thread as described on the previous page. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is wound around the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right c (so that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may ...
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...9679; The order that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as indicated. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread with your... left. • Be careful not to thread the machine as shown, and 6 then pull the thread out toward the front. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the 4 thread unrolls to the ...
...9679; The order that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as indicated. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread with your... left. • Be careful not to thread the machine as shown, and 6 then pull the thread out toward the front. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the 4 thread unrolls to the ...