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... Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the upper thread. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to place the spool of the machine parts. Front view 1 D C B 2 3 4 5 6.... 7 Operation panel Select a stitch from those that appear in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of thread on the spool pin. 4 Thread guide for bobbin winding Pass ...
... Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the upper thread. C Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to start the sewing machine and automatically cut them. D Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to place the spool of the machine parts. Front view 1 D C B 2 3 4 5 6.... 7 Operation panel Select a stitch from those that appear in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of thread on the spool pin. 4 Thread guide for bobbin winding Pass ...
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... Functions Needle and presser foot section 1 2 3 Right-side/rear view 1 2 3 4 4 8 76 5 1 Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 2 Thread guide discs Pass the thread through the thread guide discs when using the needle threader to thread the needle. 3 Needle... Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. APPENDIX INDEX Cover C Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. 8 Feed dog ...
... Functions Needle and presser foot section 1 2 3 Right-side/rear view 1 2 3 4 4 8 76 5 1 Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 2 Thread guide discs Pass the thread through the thread guide discs when using the needle threader to thread the needle. 3 Needle... Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you are learning to use your machine. APPENDIX INDEX Cover C Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. 8 Feed dog ...
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... machine may occur. 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 sew" (page 49). Note ● Do not press the thread cutter button if there is...to "Cutting the thread" (page 53). The button lights up in the opposite direction. Green: When the machine is ready to start sewing or while it is sewing Red: When the machine is not ready to the machine may occur. ● When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or...
... machine may occur. 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 sew" (page 49). Note ● Do not press the thread cutter button if there is...to "Cutting the thread" (page 53). The button lights up in the opposite direction. Green: When the machine is ready to start sewing or while it is sewing Red: When the machine is not ready to the machine may occur. ● When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or...
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...key to apply the selected item. 8 Back key Press this key to return to the previous screen. 9 Settings key Press this key to select sewing settings, such as the operation beep. 0 Stitch keys Use these keys to display operation information. For details, refer to display various items and ...can be displayed. 3 Stitch selection key Press this key to select the desired type of stitch. 4 + key 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. For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page...
...key to apply the selected item. 8 Back key Press this key to return to the previous screen. 9 Settings key Press this key to select sewing settings, such as the operation beep. 0 Stitch keys Use these keys to display operation information. For details, refer to display various items and ...can be displayed. 3 Stitch selection key Press this key to select the desired type of stitch. 4 + key 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. For details, refer to "Understanding the LCD Screens" (page...
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Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. CONTENTS Enclosed Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 1. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 1 Side cutter Part code: SA177,XC3879-002 2. Wide table Part code: SA537,XC4541-051 Memo ● To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized service center.
Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. CONTENTS Enclosed Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 1. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 1 Side cutter Part code: SA177,XC3879-002 2. Wide table Part code: SA537,XC4541-051 Memo ● To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized service center.
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...fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 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 end of the stitching. (page 58) 3 One-touch lower threading You can start...you for the correct operation of the most often used utility stitches can quickly be threaded. Twelve of the various functions. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be selected with the stitch keys. ...
...fabric. (page 61) APPENDIX INDEX 2 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 end of the stitching. (page 58) 3 One-touch lower threading You can start...you for the correct operation of the most often used utility stitches can quickly be threaded. Twelve of the various functions. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be selected with the stitch keys. ...
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... view ...Cover B Needle and presser foot section ...Cover C Right-side/rear view ...Cover C Operation buttons ...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...presser foot ...37 Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot ...39 Removing the presser foot holder ...39 Using the walking foot ...40 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 42 Stitching cylindrical pieces ...42...
... view ...Cover B Needle and presser foot section ...Cover C Right-side/rear view ...Cover C Operation buttons ...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...presser foot ...37 Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot ...39 Removing the presser foot holder ...39 Using the walking foot ...40 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 42 Stitching cylindrical pieces ...42...
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...Stitch Width and Length 55 Adjusting the stitch width ...55 Adjusting the stitch length ...56 Useful Functions ...57 Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 57 Automatically cutting the thread ...58 Saving stitch settings ...60 Hands-free raising and lifting of the... presser foot 61 Useful Sewing Tips ...62 Trial sewing ...62 Changing the sewing direction ...62 Sewing curves ...62 Sewing thick fabrics ...63 Sewing thin fabrics ...64 Sewing stretch fabrics ...64 Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics ...64 Sewing an even seam allowance ...64 UTILITY STITCHES 67...
...Stitch Width and Length 55 Adjusting the stitch width ...55 Adjusting the stitch length ...56 Useful Functions ...57 Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 57 Automatically cutting the thread ...58 Saving stitch settings ...60 Hands-free raising and lifting of the... presser foot 61 Useful Sewing Tips ...62 Trial sewing ...62 Changing the sewing direction ...62 Sewing curves ...62 Sewing thick fabrics ...63 Sewing thin fabrics ...64 Sewing stretch fabrics ...64 Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics ...64 Sewing an even seam allowance ...64 UTILITY STITCHES 67...
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... ...105 Fagoting ...106 Scallop stitching ...107 Smocking ...107 Shell tuck stitching ...108 Joining ...109 Heirloom stitching ...110 Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 113 Sewing beautiful patterns ...113 Sewing patterns ...113 Combining patterns ...114 Repeat sewing patterns ...115 Checking the selected pattern ...116 Changing the pattern size ...117 Changing the stitch density ...118...
... ...105 Fagoting ...106 Scallop stitching ...107 Smocking ...107 Shell tuck stitching ...108 Joining ...109 Heirloom stitching ...110 Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 113 Sewing beautiful patterns ...113 Sewing patterns ...113 Combining patterns ...114 Repeat sewing patterns ...115 Checking the selected pattern ...116 Changing the pattern size ...117 Changing the stitch density ...118...
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... the cord. 10. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This sewing machine is being used or where oxygen is not intended for household use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 17. To ...Young children should always be supervised to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use bent needles. 13. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using . DANGER - WARNING - Use this machine to the symbol "{" position when making any other...
... the cord. 10. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This sewing machine is being used or where oxygen is not intended for household use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 17. To ...Young children should always be supervised to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use bent needles. 13. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Important Safety Instructions When using . DANGER - WARNING - Use this machine to the symbol "{" position when making any other...
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... plug fuse, use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following . CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is marked with the letter 'N' or colored black or...
... plug fuse, use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following . CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is marked with the letter 'N' or colored black or...
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... and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller...the machine. 4. up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX Be sure to clean the case. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized...
... and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller...the machine. 4. up lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 8 APPENDIX INDEX Be sure to clean the case. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized...
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CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 18 Upper Threading ...24 Replacing the Needle 33 Replacing the Presser Foot 37 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 42 APPENDIX INDEX
CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 18 Upper Threading ...24 Replacing the Needle 33 Replacing the Presser Foot 37 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 42 APPENDIX INDEX
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.... ● Do not touch the plug with many other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on and off the main power and remove the plug in the following precautions concerning the power supply. Fire or electric shock may damage...take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. 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. Otherwise a fire...
.... ● Do not touch the plug with many other power sources may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on and off the main power and remove the plug in the following precautions concerning the power supply. Fire or electric shock may damage...take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. 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. Otherwise a fire...
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...the power supply cord. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Insert the plug of the machine. X The sewing lamp goes off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Turning off the machine When you are cancelled. ● If a power outage occurs while ...of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Make sure that...
...the power supply cord. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Insert the plug of the machine. X The sewing lamp goes off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Turning off the machine When you are cancelled. ● If a power outage occurs while ...of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Make sure that...
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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. APPENDIX INDEX 12 When the...
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. APPENDIX INDEX 12 When the...
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...the previous screen, 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 the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). Turn on replacing the ..., threading the upper thread, winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin can be displayed in the 2 operation panel. X The sewing machine help key) in the LCD. Press (sewing machine help screen appears. To display the next screen, press .
...the previous screen, 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 the sewing machine. 1 When you are finished with the help screen, 6 press (OK key). Turn on replacing the ..., threading the upper thread, winding the bobbin and installing the bobbin can be displayed in the 2 operation panel. X The sewing machine help key) in the LCD. Press (sewing machine help screen appears. To display the next screen, press .
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...key). 6 X The initial stitch screen appears again. 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 , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the stitch or... machine attribute that you wish to set is described below. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. Changing the settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. Press 2 panel. (settings key)...
...key). 6 X The initial stitch screen appears again. 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 , , and (arrow keys) until 3 the stitch or... machine attribute that you wish to set is described below. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 X The LCD comes on. Changing the settings The general procedure for the selected attribute appears. Press 2 panel. (settings key)...
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... once or repeatedly. page 28 Stitch width control Allows the stitch width to be set are listed below. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. page 99 Language Allows the language used in the screens to be checked. For details on each operation.... page 116 Left/right mirror imaging Mirror images patterns along a vertical axis. page 115 Stitching density Specifies the sewing density of the LCD. page 17 Buzzer LCD brightness Specifies whether or not a beep is stopped. page 60 Needle position Specifies where ...
... once or repeatedly. page 28 Stitch width control Allows the stitch width to be set are listed below. page 16 Twin needle sewing Specifies the twin needle. page 99 Language Allows the language used in the screens to be checked. For details on each operation.... page 116 Left/right mirror imaging Mirror images patterns along a vertical axis. page 115 Stitching density Specifies the sewing density of the LCD. page 17 Buzzer LCD brightness Specifies whether or not a beep is stopped. page 60 Needle position Specifies where ...
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... the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD is changed. Press (settings key) in the fabric when sewing is stopped. To 3 make the LCD brighter, press (-). Press to select . 3 To return to , press . 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 leave the needle lowered in the operation 1 panel, and then press ,...
... the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD is changed. Press (settings key) in the fabric when sewing is stopped. To 3 make the LCD brighter, press (-). Press to select . 3 To return to , press . 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 leave the needle lowered in the operation 1 panel, and then press ,...