Operation Manual
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... operation manual to assure correct installation. 9 For repair or adjustment: • If the light unit (light-emitting diode) is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention to the danger of this manual. Use this machine only for its intended use or store the machine...
... operation manual to assure correct installation. 9 For repair or adjustment: • If the light unit (light-emitting diode) is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention to the danger of this manual. Use this machine only for its intended use or store the machine...
Operation Manual
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... the needle 8 Changing the presser foot 10 THE CONTROLS 11 Pattern selection dial 11 Patterns and stitch names 11 Reverse sewing lever 12 THREADING THE MACHINE 13 Winding the bobbin 13 Lower threading 15 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 16 Upper threading 17 Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a twin needle (Option 25 Thread tension 27 3. SEWING BASICS 23 Please read before sewing 23 Starting sewing 23 Trial sewing 24 Changing the sewing direction 24 Sewing thick fabrics 24 Sewing thin fabrics 25 Sewing stretch fabrics 25...
... the needle 8 Changing the presser foot 10 THE CONTROLS 11 Pattern selection dial 11 Patterns and stitch names 11 Reverse sewing lever 12 THREADING THE MACHINE 13 Winding the bobbin 13 Lower threading 15 Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 16 Upper threading 17 Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a twin needle (Option 25 Thread tension 27 3. SEWING BASICS 23 Please read before sewing 23 Starting sewing 23 Trial sewing 24 Changing the sewing direction 24 Sewing thick fabrics 24 Sewing thin fabrics 25 Sewing stretch fabrics 25...
Operation Manual
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... available as optional accessories to be inserted into the holes at the back of the walking foot or the black plastic hole at the top of sewing ankle. 5 Part Code Americas Others 3-piece set: XE5328-001 2-piece set (90/14 needle) 6 Screwdriver 7 Foot controller Note ● The included accessories vary depending on machine) XC4901-121 2 Buttonhole foot "A" X59369-321 3 Zipper foot "I JJ 6. 7. Part Name 6 Quilting Foot 7 1/4-inch Quilting Foot 8 Narrow Hemmer Foot 9 Blind Stitch Foot 10 Quilting guide Part Code Americas Others SA129...
... available as optional accessories to be inserted into the holes at the back of the walking foot or the black plastic hole at the top of sewing ankle. 5 Part Code Americas Others 3-piece set: XE5328-001 2-piece set (90/14 needle) 6 Screwdriver 7 Foot controller Note ● The included accessories vary depending on machine) XC4901-121 2 Buttonhole foot "A" X59369-321 3 Zipper foot "I JJ 6. 7. Part Name 6 Quilting Foot 7 1/4-inch Quilting Foot 8 Narrow Hemmer Foot 9 Blind Stitch Foot 10 Quilting guide Part Code Americas Others SA129...
Operation Manual
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... being used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 18) 5 Hole for extra spool pin (Page 26) This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with the twin needle. 6 Upper tension-control dial (Page 27) This controls the tension of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 13, 17) This is only available on certain models.) 0 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 6) A Presser foot (Page 10) B Reverse sewing lever (Page 12) Push this to control the sewing speed...
... being used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 18) 5 Hole for extra spool pin (Page 26) This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with the twin needle. 6 Upper tension-control dial (Page 27) This controls the tension of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 13, 17) This is only available on certain models.) 0 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 6) A Presser foot (Page 10) B Reverse sewing lever (Page 12) Push this to control the sewing speed...
Operation Manual
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... 5 ZIGZAG (SATIN) STITCH 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 7 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 8 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 9 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.6 (1/16) - 29, 36 29, 38 1.8 (1/8) - 29, 38 2 (1/16) - 29, 38 3 (1/8) - 29, 35, 36, 38, 39 11 To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern selection dial CAUTION ● When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by...
... 5 ZIGZAG (SATIN) STITCH 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 7 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 8 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 9 STRAIGHT STITCH (Center Needle Position) 0.5 (1/32) 5 (3/16) 1.6 (1/16) - 29, 36 29, 38 1.8 (1/8) - 29, 38 2 (1/16) - 29, 38 3 (1/8) - 29, 35, 36, 38, 39 11 To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern selection dial CAUTION ● When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by...
Operation Manual
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... the foot controller. Then stop the machine. this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. Press the foot controller to start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the right. The machine may break the needle. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 14 When the bobbin seems full and begins 9 spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller. Note ● When the sewing machine is started...
... the foot controller. Then stop the machine. this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. Press the foot controller to start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the right. The machine may break the needle. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 14 When the bobbin seems full and begins 9 spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller. Note ● When the sewing machine is started...
Operation Manual
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... correctly inserted through the slit, as shown in the direction shown by sliding it may cause incorrect thread tension. 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Put the 6 projection into the bobbin race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Bobbin cover Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever.
... correctly inserted through the slit, as shown in the direction shown by sliding it may cause incorrect thread tension. 1 1 Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Put the 6 projection into the bobbin race retainer groove and push closed. 1 Bobbin cover Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out 4 in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever.
Operation Manual
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... thread may become tangled or the needle may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of 4 thread on this pin. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle...
... thread may become tangled or the needle may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of 4 thread on this pin. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle...
Operation Manual
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... machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 21 Draw up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread, put them toward the back of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that some thread will be removed. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread by hand to 3. Replace the bobbin cover. 4 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread...
... machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread 21 Draw up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread, put them toward the back of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that some thread will be removed. Remove the bobbin cover, and then 1 reinstall the bobbin. Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread by hand to 3. Replace the bobbin cover. 4 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread...
Operation Manual
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It may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle (65/9-75/11), may cause machine malfunction. Memo ● The lower the thread number, the thicker the thread; The wrong combination may also cause the seam to be uneven, the fabric to pucker...
It may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle (65/9-75/11), may cause machine malfunction. Memo ● The lower the thread number, the thicker the thread; The wrong combination may also cause the seam to be uneven, the fabric to pucker...
Operation Manual
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... stitches. 1 1 Basting Twin needle Extra spool pin Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes it . 1 1 Flat bed attachment With the flat bed attachment removed, free-arm sewing is possible. Other needles could break and injure you . 25 The needle could break and damage the machine. ● Make sure that you have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper. Slide the part that the needle does not strike the presser foot. ● Do not sew with free-arm sewing, install...
... stitches. 1 1 Basting Twin needle Extra spool pin Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes it . 1 1 Flat bed attachment With the flat bed attachment removed, free-arm sewing is possible. Other needles could break and injure you . 25 The needle could break and damage the machine. ● Make sure that you have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper. Slide the part that the needle does not strike the presser foot. ● Do not sew with free-arm sewing, install...
Operation Manual
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... upper tension control dial to each other stitches. Do not use the twin needle with the Straight Stitch (Center Needle Position) and the Zigzag Stitch (1.5 mm (1/16 inch) width). Thread tension The tension of the thread will appear on scrap of stitching are sewn parallel to a lower number. 27 In this case, refer to "Starting sewing" on surface of the fabric. Memo ● We recommend that the needle does not touch the presser foot. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction...
... upper tension control dial to each other stitches. Do not use the twin needle with the Straight Stitch (Center Needle Position) and the Zigzag Stitch (1.5 mm (1/16 inch) width). Thread tension The tension of the thread will appear on scrap of stitching are sewn parallel to a lower number. 27 In this case, refer to "Starting sewing" on surface of the fabric. Memo ● We recommend that the needle does not touch the presser foot. CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction...
Operation Manual
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...With the pattern selection dial, the Zigzag (Satin) Stitch (number 5) can be set to the right position of Zigzag Stitches. (This acts as a reinforcement stitch.) ■ Zigzag (Satin) Stitch You can use the Zigzag (Satin) Stitch for making decorative stitches. When sewing a Zigzag (Satin) Stitch, use a slightly looser upper-thread tension to the Zigzag Stitch, and then start sewing. BUILT-IN STITCHES 3 BUILT-IN STITCHES Straight stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch 6 (Center Needle Position...
...With the pattern selection dial, the Zigzag (Satin) Stitch (number 5) can be set to the right position of Zigzag Stitches. (This acts as a reinforcement stitch.) ■ Zigzag (Satin) Stitch You can use the Zigzag (Satin) Stitch for making decorative stitches. When sewing a Zigzag (Satin) Stitch, use a slightly looser upper-thread tension to the Zigzag Stitch, and then start sewing. BUILT-IN STITCHES 3 BUILT-IN STITCHES Straight stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch 6 (Center Needle Position...
Operation Manual
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... Making a buttonhole Pattern 1 Stitch Stitch Length [mm Width [mm Foot (inch)] (inch)] 0.5 (1/32) Button5 (3/16) hole Foot "A" CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not installed with the plastic insert at the left side of the stitches and then raise the needle from the material. Stop the machine when the needle is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Turn the pattern selection dial to 6 stitches. 3. Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the buttonhole...
... Making a buttonhole Pattern 1 Stitch Stitch Length [mm Width [mm Foot (inch)] (inch)] 0.5 (1/32) Button5 (3/16) hole Foot "A" CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not installed with the plastic insert at the left side of the stitches and then raise the needle from the material. Stop the machine when the needle is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Turn the pattern selection dial to 6 stitches. 3. Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the buttonhole...
Operation Manual
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...) 5 (3/16) Foot Other Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Measure the distance between the foot and the 6 fabric and make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. The needle may break and you may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the button sewing foot 3 "M". Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at...
...) 5 (3/16) Foot Other Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Button Sewing Darning Foot Plate "M" Measure the distance between the foot and the 6 fabric and make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. The needle may break and you may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the button sewing foot 3 "M". Put a button between the 1 buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at...
Operation Manual
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...foot controller. Set the pattern selection dial to the machine. The machine may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to be from the edge of the fabric. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Using the blind stitch foot Stitch Name Zigzag Stitch Pattern 2 Stitch Length [mm (inch)] 0.7 (1/32) Stitch Width [mm (inch)] 1.8 (1/8) 3 Zigzag Stitch 1.5 (1/16) 3.3 (3/16) 4 Zigzag Stitch 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) Straight Stitch 9 (Center Needle Position) Blind Hem 12 Stitch 3 (1/8) 2 (1/16) - 5 (3/16) 14 Stretch Blind Hem Stitch 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) This foot comes...
...foot controller. Set the pattern selection dial to the machine. The machine may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to be from the edge of the fabric. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Using the blind stitch foot Stitch Name Zigzag Stitch Pattern 2 Stitch Length [mm (inch)] 0.7 (1/32) Stitch Width [mm (inch)] 1.8 (1/8) 3 Zigzag Stitch 1.5 (1/16) 3.3 (3/16) 4 Zigzag Stitch 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) Straight Stitch 9 (Center Needle Position) Blind Hem 12 Stitch 3 (1/8) 2 (1/16) - 5 (3/16) 14 Stretch Blind Hem Stitch 2 (1/16) 5 (3/16) This foot comes...
Operation Manual
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... install the needle. 8 The needle clamp screw is pushed to the Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the machine does right. Replace the needle. 8 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. The needle want to put it , and clean the race. 40 removed. Loosen the upper thread tension. 27 You are knots or tangles in the needle plate or the presser foot is scratched. Replace the bobbin case. authorized Brother Service Center. There are pulling the fabric too much. TROUBLESHOOTING...
... install the needle. 8 The needle clamp screw is pushed to the Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the machine does right. Replace the needle. 8 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. The needle want to put it , and clean the race. 40 removed. Loosen the upper thread tension. 27 You are knots or tangles in the needle plate or the presser foot is scratched. Replace the bobbin case. authorized Brother Service Center. There are pulling the fabric too much. TROUBLESHOOTING...
Operation Manual
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.... Remove the tangled thread and clean the race. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Fit the spool properly. Attach the presser foot that is set incorrectly. Bobbin is correct for this machine. The needle is bent or blunt. How to sew. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized Brother Service Center. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Sew with stabilizer material under the fabric. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. The presser foot...
.... Remove the tangled thread and clean the race. Wind the bobbin thread properly. Fit the spool properly. Attach the presser foot that is set incorrectly. Bobbin is correct for this machine. The needle is bent or blunt. How to sew. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized Brother Service Center. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Sew with stabilizer material under the fabric. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. The presser foot...
Operation Manual
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... appropriate for the type of fabric, thread and needle. Possible cause You have not used . The thread tension is tangled in the bobbin case. The fabric does not feed. Replace the needle. Adjust the tension of fabric. The needle is incorrectly installed. Remove the tangled thread. Symptom Stitches are skipped. Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race, clean the race. The darning plate is correct for the type of the upper thread. The needle is bent...
... appropriate for the type of fabric, thread and needle. Possible cause You have not used . The thread tension is tangled in the bobbin case. The fabric does not feed. Replace the needle. Adjust the tension of fabric. The needle is incorrectly installed. Remove the tangled thread. Symptom Stitches are skipped. Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race, clean the race. The darning plate is correct for the type of the upper thread. The needle is bent...
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...Accessories 5 optional 5 37 Appliqués 36 B Blind hem stitching 30 Blind stitch foot 39 Bobbin winding 13 Button sewing 37 Buttonhole adjusting 34 making 33 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 34 C Cleaning 40 Connecting plugs 7 D , Darning 38 Darning plate 37 38 Double action stitching 32 Drawing up the lower thread 21 E Elastic stitching 31 F Fabric, thread, and needle combinations ...... 22 Flat bed attachment 6 Foot controller 8 Free-arm style 25 G Gathering 36 H Handwheel 17 L Light switch 8 Lower threading 15 M Main parts 6 Main power 8 Maintenance 40 N Needle...
...Accessories 5 optional 5 37 Appliqués 36 B Blind hem stitching 30 Blind stitch foot 39 Bobbin winding 13 Button sewing 37 Buttonhole adjusting 34 making 33 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 34 C Cleaning 40 Connecting plugs 7 D , Darning 38 Darning plate 37 38 Double action stitching 32 Drawing up the lower thread 21 E Elastic stitching 31 F Fabric, thread, and needle combinations ...... 22 Flat bed attachment 6 Foot controller 8 Free-arm style 25 G Gathering 36 H Handwheel 17 L Light switch 8 Lower threading 15 M Main parts 6 Main power 8 Maintenance 40 N Needle...