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... button 13 Changing the needle stop position ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep ...14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
... button 13 Changing the needle stop position ...13 Changing the initial needle position ...14 Cancelling the operation beep ...14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the bobbin ...15 Lower threading ...20 Upper threading ...23 Drawing up the lower thread ...28 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 29 Needle precautions ...29 Needle types and their uses...
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... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● The included accessories vary depending on machine) 17 Spool cap (small...
... foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● The included accessories vary depending on machine) 17 Spool cap (small...
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...sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. m Jack/socket...connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to cut them. Design and position of the operation panel ...
...sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. o Foot controller jack/socket (page 13) Plug in this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. m Jack/socket...connector (page 12) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used to cut them. Design and position of the operation panel ...
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...b Start/stop sewing. c Presser foot holder The presser foot is depressed. For details, refer to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to raise the needle before threading the needle. The operation buttons ...is marked with the needle threader) (page 26) b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to change the sewing direction or for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover...
...b Start/stop sewing. c Presser foot holder The presser foot is depressed. For details, refer to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to raise the needle before threading the needle. The operation buttons ...is marked with the needle threader) (page 26) b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to change the sewing direction or for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover...
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... pin, otherwise, the spool pin may bend or break. The thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). X The spool pin swings up. b CAUTION ● Do .... Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models As shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. Remove the spool cap....
... pin, otherwise, the spool pin may bend or break. The thread may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). X The spool pin swings up. b CAUTION ● Do .... Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models As shown, press down on the fast bobbin winding, see page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this sewing machine. Remove the spool cap....
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... YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of the spool pin. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that best fits the size of the spool cap positioned toward the left, slide...
... YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of the spool pin. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that best fits the size of the spool cap positioned toward the left, slide...
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... machine. Turn on the shaft b Notch c 7-10 cm (2-3/4 - 3-15/16 inches) Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the bobbin. If the thread is pulled as far as possible. a Spring on the sewing machine. b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull...cannot be wound cleanly. If you follow the instructions carefully. Note ● Make sure that the thread passes under the g hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it in as far as possible. ● Pull the ...
... machine. Turn on the shaft b Notch c 7-10 cm (2-3/4 - 3-15/16 inches) Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the bobbin. If the thread is pulled as far as possible. a Spring on the sewing machine. b Hook c Pretension disk d Pull...cannot be wound cleanly. If you follow the instructions carefully. Note ● Make sure that the thread passes under the g hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise CAUTION between the discs, pulling it in as far as possible. ● Pull the ...
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.... Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start /stop... or press (start/ m stop button) to the right. While holding the thread that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with the start /stop button) (for models equipped with your left...
.... Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start /stop... or press (start/ m stop button) to the right. While holding the thread that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in "Winding the bobbin" to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with the start /stop button) (for models equipped with your left...
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...When the foot controller is plugged in cutter) X The thread is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 19 g Press the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). this... button) to start /stop button cannot be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin winder seat. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start . Slide the ...
...When the foot controller is plugged in cutter) X The thread is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 19 g Press the foot controller or press (start /stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). this... button) to start /stop button cannot be operated using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin winder seat. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your foot off the foot controller or press (start . Slide the ...
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... the machine as indicated. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be incorrect or break the needle. 20 Turn off while threading the machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● ... the machine starts to its highest position by the arrow. a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in injury. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. b Slide the button and...
... the machine as indicated. CAUTION ● Make sure you could be incorrect or break the needle. 20 Turn off while threading the machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● ... the machine starts to its highest position by the arrow. a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in injury. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. b Slide the button and...
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... unrolls in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the needle plate cover. Turn off the sewing machine. a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that the end of the thread comes out from the left tab in the wrong direction, it may cause incorrect... to be incorrect or break the needle. 21 a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the cover (as...
... unrolls in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the needle plate cover. Turn off the sewing machine. a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that the end of the thread comes out from the left tab in the wrong direction, it may cause incorrect... to be incorrect or break the needle. 21 a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the cover (as...
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....) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow... b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Slit b Cutter (Cut the thread with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the...
....) Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you to the procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow... b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left tab in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Slit b Cutter (Cut the thread with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the...
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...) so that some thread will be removed. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot. Replace the bobbin cover. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set... can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. Draw up the lower thread as described in . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper ...
...) so that some thread will be removed. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot. Replace the bobbin cover. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set... can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the bobbin thread. Draw up the lower thread as described in . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper ...
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... colors of thread for making decorative stitches. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. For details on installing a needle, refer...front to select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of the d bobbin winder shaft. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. b • For details, ...
... colors of thread for making decorative stitches. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool Install the thread spool and thread the upper e thread. For details on installing a needle, refer...front to select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of the d bobbin winder shaft. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. ● When using the twin needle, be damaged. b • For details, ...
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... Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread ■ Upper tension is shown as below . In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. Note ● If ...For details, refer to a lower number. 54 3 ■ Upper tension is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Thread tension The thread tension will appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial...
... Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread ■ Upper tension is shown as below . In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on the surface of the fabric. Note ● If ...For details, refer to a lower number. 54 3 ■ Upper tension is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Thread tension The thread tension will appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial...
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.... Note ● Before start sewing, baste together the fabric and the hook-and-loop fastener. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with too much force, the needle may bend or break...
.... Note ● Before start sewing, baste together the fabric and the hook-and-loop fastener. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with too much force, the needle may bend or break...
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Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to raise the dogs. • Normally, the feed dog position lever is positioned at . ... stitching. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Adjust the stitch width to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to the distance between...
Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the machine) and turn the handwheel to raise the dogs. • Normally, the feed dog position lever is positioned at . ... stitching. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Adjust the stitch width to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to the distance between...
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... cuffs. UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "smocking". It is used to create gathers. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the front of the fabric. g 70
... cuffs. UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "smocking". It is used to create gathers. Pull the bobbin threads to decorate the front of the fabric. g 70
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... from the race and its surrounding area. Remove the bobbin case. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest ... otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. 87 a S mark b z mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that the S mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the race. 4 • Align the S and z marks. a Cleaning brush b Race Note ...
... from the race and its surrounding area. Remove the bobbin case. e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest ... otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. 87 a S mark b z mark c Bobbin case • Make sure that the S mark on g the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the race. 4 • Align the S and z marks. a Cleaning brush b Race Note ...
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... so that c the thread unwinds in the bobbin case. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. a Lower side of fabric b Lower thread visible from upper side of fabric c Upper thread d Upper side ... topics are described below .) • The upper thread has tightened up, and comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up . If the bobbin is adjusted. Then, with your right hand with the thread unwinding to this reason, the thread is pulled up , and wrinkles appear in the wrong...
... so that c the thread unwinds in the bobbin case. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. a Lower side of fabric b Lower thread visible from upper side of fabric c Upper thread d Upper side ... topics are described below .) • The upper thread has tightened up, and comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up . If the bobbin is adjusted. Then, with your right hand with the thread unwinding to this reason, the thread is pulled up , and wrinkles appear in the wrong...