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...those that appear in the accessory compartment of the machine parts. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to adjust the tension of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. D Thread... tension dial Use the thread tension dial to thread the needle. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of...
...those that appear in the accessory compartment of the machine parts. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. APPENDIX INDEX Cover B C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to adjust the tension of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. D Thread... tension dial Use the thread tension dial to thread the needle. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of...
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... 4 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 marked with guides for the selected stitching. 8 Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. 5 ...to 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 ...
... 4 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 marked with guides for the selected stitching. 8 Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. 5 ...to 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 ...
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...you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start/stop sewing. For details, refer to "Starting to raise or lower the needle. The button lights up in green, red or orange, depending on how the sewing machine is lowered in the opposite ...direction. For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 51). 3 Needle position button Press the needle position button to sew" (page 49). For details, refer to "Cutting the thread...
...you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 3 5 1 4 6 1 Start/stop button Press the start/stop sewing. For details, refer to "Starting to raise or lower the needle. The button lights up in green, red or orange, depending on how the sewing machine is lowered in the opposite ...direction. For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 51). 3 Needle position button Press the needle position button to sew" (page 49). For details, refer to "Cutting the thread...
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...Press this key to add a pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches. 5 C key Press this key to move in the LCD. Cover E INDEX CONTENTS Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches.... 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...
...Press this key to add a pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches. 5 C key Press this key to move in the LCD. Cover E INDEX CONTENTS Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the most often used stitches.... 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...
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... 22) 4 Simple bobbin-winding The bobbin can quickly and easily be threaded. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this sewing machine. Twelve of the sewing machine, the upper thread can quickly be selected with the stitch keys. (page 68) 6 Knee ...the front of the most often used utility stitches can easily be wound with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to handle the fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 In addition, the needle can be threaded with thread. (page ...
... 22) 4 Simple bobbin-winding The bobbin can quickly and easily be threaded. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this sewing machine. Twelve of the sewing machine, the upper thread can quickly be selected with the stitch keys. (page 68) 6 Knee ...the front of the most often used utility stitches can easily be wound with a simple operation. (page 24) 2 Automatic thread-cutting The sewing machine can be set to handle the fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 In addition, the needle can be threaded with thread. (page ...
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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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..., or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. To disconnect, turn the main switch to break. 12. This sewing machine is being administered. 8. Always unplug the machine from the accumulation of electric shock: 1. Use only accessories recommended by authorized dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This...in the needle area, such as contained in this machine. 18. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 14. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using . ...
..., or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. To disconnect, turn the main switch to break. 12. This sewing machine is being administered. 8. Always unplug the machine from the accumulation of electric shock: 1. Use only accessories recommended by authorized dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This...in the needle area, such as contained in this machine. 18. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 14. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using . ...
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... troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to assure correct installation. When storing this...
... troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to assure correct installation. When storing this...
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...cord or plug is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off the main power first. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for ... a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Using other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. These things may result. 10 APPENDIX INDEX Power supply precautions Be sure to heat.
...cord or plug is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off the main power first. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for ... a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Using other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. These things may result. 10 APPENDIX INDEX Power supply precautions Be sure to heat.
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... the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turning on the machine Make sure that the machine is not sewing. 1 Press the left side of the main power switch on ...only one blade wider than the other). Unplug the power supply cord from the 4 power supply jack. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off . only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If it off , all stitch settings are finished using ...
... the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turning on the machine Make sure that the machine is not sewing. 1 Press the left side of the main power switch on ...only one blade wider than the other). Unplug the power supply cord from the 4 power supply jack. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off . only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If it off , all stitch settings are finished using ...
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... 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 Presser foot that appear...
... 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 Presser foot that appear...
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.... Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the image illustrating desired topic is selected. 1 2 Note ● For details on the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). To 5 return to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual... press . Example: Upper threading APPENDIX INDEX Understanding the LCD Screens 13 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on . X The sewing machine help key) in the LCD. X The LCD comes on replacing the presser foot, threading the ...
.... Press , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the image illustrating desired topic is selected. 1 2 Note ● For details on the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). To 5 return to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual... press . Example: Upper threading APPENDIX INDEX Understanding the LCD Screens 13 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Checking machine operating procedures Simple descriptions on . X The sewing machine help key) in the LCD. X The LCD comes on replacing the presser foot, threading the ...
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Changing the settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. X The setting is selected. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Press (OK key). 6 X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 5 the desired setting...
Changing the settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. X The setting is selected. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . 14 Press (OK key). 6 X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press , , and (arrow keys) until 5 the desired setting...
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... 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 143 page 16 Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of satin stitches. CONTENTS... GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ■ List of stitch or machine attribute The stitch or machine attribute that can be sewn once or repeatedly. page 99 Language Allows the language used ...
... 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 143 page 16 Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of satin stitches. CONTENTS... GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ■ List of stitch or machine attribute The stitch or machine attribute that can be sewn once or repeatedly. page 99 Language Allows the language used ...
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...Press to select . 3 To return to stop with the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted. However, the machine can be set to leave the needle lowered in the raised position. Press (OK ...key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop position appears. APPENDIX INDEX 16 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...
...Press to select . 3 To return to stop with the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted. However, the machine can be set to leave the needle lowered in the raised position. Press (OK ...key). 2 X The screen for changing the needle stop position appears. APPENDIX INDEX 16 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...
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When the sewing machine is changed. until is The language can be changed to one of the screens appears. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Changing the screen language The language used in English. Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again... Press or 3 selected. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the language of the many available. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 X The language of the screens is purchased, the screens appear in the screens that are displayed can be changed to one of...
When the sewing machine is changed. until is The language can be changed to one of the screens appears. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Changing the screen language The language used in English. Press (OK key). 4 X The initial stitch screen appears again... Press or 3 selected. Press (OK key). 2 X The screen for changing the language of the many available. APPENDIX INDEX Changing the Machine Settings 17 X The language of the screens is purchased, the screens appear in the screens that are displayed can be changed to one of...
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...(part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread. 1 APPENDIX 1 Bobbin winder Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by ...a broken line on the sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model...
...(part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). Be sure to prepare the bobbin thread. 1 APPENDIX 1 Bobbin winder Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by ...a broken line on the sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model...
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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 purchased. 1 2 APPENDIX Remove the spool cap that is not positioned so that the thread unrolls correctly, the thread may become tangled ...bobbin winder shaft to the right. 4 • Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small). CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool. Slide the spool onto the pin so that is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the...
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 purchased. 1 2 APPENDIX Remove the spool cap that is not positioned so that the thread unrolls correctly, the thread may become tangled ...bobbin winder shaft to the right. 4 • Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small). CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of the spool. Slide the spool onto the pin so that is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the...
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...the bobbin. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is not a malfunction. X The sewing machine stops. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the speed will be incorrect. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin. ...CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION ● Be sure to cut the thread as described on...
...the bobbin. X The bobbin stops spinning when it is not a malfunction. X The sewing machine stops. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that the speed will be incorrect. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin. ...CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION ● Be sure to cut the thread as described on...
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... the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Lightly hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). Memo... 1 2 Pass the thread through the shuttle is indicated by marks around the shuttle. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left. •... Be careful not to the left hand. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as shown, and 6 then pull the thread out toward the...
... the bobbin thread should be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Lightly hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). Memo... 1 2 Pass the thread through the shuttle is indicated by marks around the shuttle. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left. •... Be careful not to the left hand. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will be passed through the slot as shown, and 6 then pull the thread out toward the...