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... procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions ...22 Winding the bobbin ...22 Installing the bobbin ...27 Upper Threading ...31 About the spool of thread ...31 Threading the upper thread ...32 Using the twin needle ...36 Replacing the Needle ...39 Needle precautions ...39 Selecting the needle depending on the... thread and fabric types 39 Checking the needle ...40 Replacing the needle ...41 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Presser foot precautions ...43 ...
... procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions ...22 Winding the bobbin ...22 Installing the bobbin ...27 Upper Threading ...31 About the spool of thread ...31 Threading the upper thread ...32 Using the twin needle ...36 Replacing the Needle ...39 Needle precautions ...39 Selecting the needle depending on the... thread and fabric types 39 Checking the needle ...40 Replacing the needle ...41 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Presser foot precautions ...43 ...
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Setting the Stitch ...57 Adjusting the stitch width ...57 Adjusting the stitch length ...59 Adjusting the thread tension ...59 Useful Functions...61 Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 61 Automatically cutting the thread ...62 Mirroring stitches ...63 Saving stitch settings ...64 Useful Sewing Tips ...65 Trial sewing ...65 Changing the sewing direction ...65 Sewing...
Setting the Stitch ...57 Adjusting the stitch width ...57 Adjusting the stitch length ...59 Adjusting the thread tension ...59 Useful Functions...61 Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 61 Automatically cutting the thread ...62 Mirroring stitches ...63 Saving stitch settings ...64 Useful Sewing Tips ...65 Trial sewing ...65 Changing the sewing direction ...65 Sewing...
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... Embroidering a pattern ...139 Appliquéing ...141 Editing and Saving Patterns 143 Adjusting the layout and the size...143 Adjusting the thread tension ...145 Connecting character patterns ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the...
... Embroidering a pattern ...139 Appliquéing ...141 Editing and Saving Patterns 143 Adjusting the layout and the size...143 Adjusting the thread tension ...145 Connecting character patterns ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the...
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...Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. b Fast bobbin winding system With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can thread the needle easily by one press of a button (page 22). e Quick-set bobbin You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed...Seven-point feed dogs Ensure smooth, even feeding of multiple fabric layers and a variety of a lever (page 32). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to sew. i Embroidery You can...
...Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. b Fast bobbin winding system With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can thread the needle easily by one press of a button (page 22). e Quick-set bobbin You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed...Seven-point feed dogs Ensure smooth, even feeding of multiple fabric layers and a variety of a lever (page 32). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to sew. i Embroidery You can...
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... XC1807-121 XC1074-051 XD0474-151 SA432 EF62: XA6628-102 XC6283-001 XC4487-021 XC4842-022 XE3116-201 XE3118-001 XE3365-101(SE-350, LB-6770) XE7728-001(others) XE3124-001 182986-024 Memo z All specifications are correct at the time of optional ...) Embroidery bobbin thread (black) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SAEBT EBT-CEN X81164-001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). No. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" ...
... XC1807-121 XC1074-051 XD0474-151 SA432 EF62: XA6628-102 XC6283-001 XC4487-021 XC4842-022 XE3116-201 XE3118-001 XE3365-101(SE-350, LB-6770) XE7728-001(others) XE3124-001 182986-024 Memo z All specifications are correct at the time of optional ...) Embroidery bobbin thread (black) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SAEBT EBT-CEN X81164-001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). No. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" ...
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...descriptions to operate the machine. m Thread tension dial (page 59, 145) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the pretension disc... Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. k Thread cutter (page 56) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to thread the needle. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to cut them. g ...
...descriptions to operate the machine. m Thread tension dial (page 59, 145) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the pretension disc... Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. k Thread cutter (page 56) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to thread the needle. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to cut them. g ...
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... jack. i Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is marked with guides for the selected stitching. c Needle bar thread guide (page 34) Pass the upper thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to sew one stitch. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine... to be exchanged. h Drop feed lever (page 88) Use the drop feed lever to use your machine. 11 b Thread guide disk (page 34) Pass the thread through the needle bar thread guide. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. Memo z Refer to pages 10 through ...
... jack. i Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is marked with guides for the selected stitching. c Needle bar thread guide (page 34) Pass the upper thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to sew one stitch. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine... to be exchanged. h Drop feed lever (page 88) Use the drop feed lever to use your machine. 11 b Thread guide disk (page 34) Pass the thread through the needle bar thread guide. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. Memo z Refer to pages 10 through ...
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...by sewing 3 to the machine may occur. When sewing is stopped, the needle is pressed. d Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after the threads have already been cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is sewing. The machine can not sew. a Start/stop ...to the machine may become tangled or damage to 5 stitches on the side of each other special threads, use the thread cutter on top of the machine. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the presser foot or while the machine is stopped ...
...by sewing 3 to the machine may occur. When sewing is stopped, the needle is pressed. d Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after the threads have already been cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is sewing. The machine can not sew. a Start/stop ...to the machine may become tangled or damage to 5 stitches on the side of each other special threads, use the thread cutter on top of the machine. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the presser foot or while the machine is stopped ...
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... are not displayed on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to the previous screen. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display...
... are not displayed on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to the previous screen. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display...
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1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46
1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46
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... used c Stitches d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing e Stitch width f Stitch length g Number of the selected stitch h Number of stitches contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the...
... used c Stitches d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing e Stitch width f Stitch length g Number of the selected stitch h Number of stitches contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the...
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... Straight stitch (middle)" that is automatically selected when the machine is turned on the embroidery screen (page 133). Changes the thread color display on . Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be adjusted with each operation (page...refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) (When "Thread No.#123" is sounded with the sewing speed controller (page 58). is stopped. Thread color/Time to the next page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies...
... Straight stitch (middle)" that is automatically selected when the machine is turned on the embroidery screen (page 133). Changes the thread color display on . Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be adjusted with each operation (page...refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) (When "Thread No.#123" is sounded with the sewing speed controller (page 58). is stopped. Thread color/Time to the next page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies...
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... key) to switch to be referred on b the display panel. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on each topic, refer to the...displayed. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back h g fe a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Presser foot replacement f Embroidery foot attachment g Embroidery frame attachment h Embroidery unit attachment...
... key) to switch to be referred on b the display panel. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on each topic, refer to the...displayed. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back h g fe a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Presser foot replacement f Embroidery foot attachment g Embroidery frame attachment h Embroidery unit attachment...
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... same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other bobbin may result in... injuries or damage to prepare the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are used, the machine will ...
... same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other bobbin may result in... injuries or damage to prepare the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are used, the machine will ...
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...catch on the left. a b a Spool cap b Spool pin CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin... the rounded side on the slit in orange. If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. Turn on the bobbin until it snaps into place. Press down on the sewing machine. X (Start/stop button) lights up the spool pin and...
...catch on the left. a b a Spool cap b Spool pin CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin... the rounded side on the slit in orange. If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. Turn on the bobbin until it snaps into place. Press down on the sewing machine. X (Start/stop button) lights up the spool pin and...
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... cap d Spool pin Pull the thread from the spool and pass the g thread under the pretension disk. Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover h and to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 59). a b a a Thread guide cover Pull the thread to fit the size of thread guide. GETTING READY Note z When... the cap and the spool. c b a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space z When using thread that the thread passes under the hook of the spool. While holding the thread near the spool with your left hand as shown below. b c d b Hook c Pretension disk...
... cap d Spool pin Pull the thread from the spool and pass the g thread under the pretension disk. Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover h and to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 59). a b a a Thread guide cover Pull the thread to fit the size of thread guide. GETTING READY Note z When... the cap and the spool. c b a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space z When using thread that the thread passes under the hook of the spool. While holding the thread near the spool with your left hand as shown below. b c d b Hook c Pretension disk...
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...bobbin or the needle may become tangled and fail to cut the thread as described. Make sure that the thread is wound counterclockwise, the thread may be damaged. Wind the end of the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin.... controller. l While using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to wind the thread. If the thread is correctly set before starting the bobbin winding. a Speed controller Press (Start/stop the machine. CAUTION ●...
...bobbin or the needle may become tangled and fail to cut the thread as described. Make sure that the thread is wound counterclockwise, the thread may be damaged. Wind the end of the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin.... controller. l While using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to wind the thread. If the thread is correctly set before starting the bobbin winding. a Speed controller Press (Start/stop the machine. CAUTION ●...
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... removing the screw. It may result in , remove your foot from the shaft. ■ When the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seat. you cannot wind off the thread according to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. Memo z If the bobbin winder shaft is...bobbin a winder seat, press (Start/stop button 26 If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is plugged in injuries. ● Do not remove the screw of the bobbin winder presser If the thread become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. When the foot controller is not passed under the ...
... removing the screw. It may result in , remove your foot from the shaft. ■ When the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seat. you cannot wind off the thread according to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. Memo z If the bobbin winder shaft is...bobbin a winder seat, press (Start/stop button 26 If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is plugged in injuries. ● Do not remove the screw of the bobbin winder presser If the thread become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. When the foot controller is not passed under the ...
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...and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If bobbins from the shaft. a CAUTION 1... ● Use a bobbin that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. Wind the bobbin again. Hold the thread end with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. ...
...and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If bobbins from the shaft. a CAUTION 1... ● Use a bobbin that the bobbin thread should be incorrect. Wind the bobbin again. Hold the thread end with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. ...
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GETTING READY Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to the right. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Lightly hold e the end of the thread with your left hand. Remove the bobbin cover. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing... bobbin and depress it to insert the bobbin correctly. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● Be sure to drop the bobbin. a a Cutter X The cutter cuts the thread. 28 b Slide the bobbin cover latch to raise the needle, ...
GETTING READY Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to the right. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Lightly hold e the end of the thread with your left hand. Remove the bobbin cover. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing... bobbin and depress it to insert the bobbin correctly. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● Be sure to drop the bobbin. a a Cutter X The cutter cuts the thread. 28 b Slide the bobbin cover latch to raise the needle, ...
