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... accessories recommended by pulling on cord. Replace the bulb with any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in . Do not unplug by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 12...
... accessories recommended by pulling on cord. Replace the bulb with any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in . Do not unplug by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to break. 12...
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... powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be damaged. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send the machine to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the Appendix to...if you are checking or cleaning the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. You may have stopped using the machine • When you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part • If there ...
... powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be damaged. Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send the machine to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the Appendix to...if you are checking or cleaning the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. You may have stopped using the machine • When you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part • If there ...
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... Stitch Length Dial ...14 Stretch Stitching ...15 Stitch Width Dial ...15 Reverse Sewing Lever ...15 THREADING THE MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin ...16 Lower Threading ...18 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 19 Upper Threading ...21 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower...
... Stitch Length Dial ...14 Stretch Stitching ...15 Stitch Width Dial ...15 Reverse Sewing Lever ...15 THREADING THE MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin ...16 Lower Threading ...18 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 19 Upper Threading ...21 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower...
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...C Reverse sewing lever (Page 15) You can use as the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (Page 16, 21) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 16, 21) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 21) 5 Hole for extra spool pin (...Page 25) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (Page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 22) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 19) (This is ...
...C Reverse sewing lever (Page 15) You can use as the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (Page 16, 21) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 16, 21) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 4 Thread take-up lever (Page 21) 5 Hole for extra spool pin (...Page 25) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. 8 Thread cutter (Page 28) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 22) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 19) (This is ...
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... a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is used for making the satin stitch varies according to observe the feeding of fabric to the material and thread being used when sewing a button. This is not fed. With the "0" setting, material is used . To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch...
... a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is used for making the satin stitch varies according to observe the feeding of fabric to the material and thread being used when sewing a button. This is not fed. With the "0" setting, material is used . To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch...
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...models 1 2 1Pre-tension disk 2Bobbin winder shaft Put the spool of thread on the shaft 2 Groove of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right. CAUTION ● If the spool... bobbins of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB ...
...models 1 2 1Pre-tension disk 2Bobbin winder shaft Put the spool of thread on the shaft 2 Groove of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right. CAUTION ● If the spool... bobbins of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin.... KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB ...
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Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft 8 to start. 6 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly When the bobbin seems full and begins...move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it is normal to hear the sound of the thread, gently 4 press the foot controller to wind the thread CAUTION around the bobbin and cause the needle .... 17 Then stop the machine. ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 5 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the...
Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft 8 to start. 6 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly When the bobbin seems full and begins...move when you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it is normal to hear the sound of the thread, gently 4 press the foot controller to wind the thread CAUTION around the bobbin and cause the needle .... 17 Then stop the machine. ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. 5 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the...
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...direction, it is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. • Make sure that were designed to be used , the machine will not operate correctly. Use only... the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. Raise the needle to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to its highest position by 1 turning the handwheel toward you could be injured. 1 Cover 2 Slide button Put the bobbin in so the...
...direction, it is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. • Make sure that were designed to be used , the machine will not operate correctly. Use only... the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. Raise the needle to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to its highest position by 1 turning the handwheel toward you could be injured. 1 Cover 2 Slide button Put the bobbin in so the...
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...from the left tab in 5 place (see arrow 2) until the cover clicks into place. 2 1 • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Reattach the bobbin cover. Put the left side of the cover (as... shown. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin 4 down with a quick-set bobbin) This feature is only available on certain models. 1 CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may ...
...from the left tab in 5 place (see arrow 2) until the cover clicks into place. 2 1 • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Reattach the bobbin cover. Put the left side of the cover (as... shown. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin 4 down with a quick-set bobbin) This feature is only available on certain models. 1 CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may ...
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... to be used with this machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Follow steps 1 and 2 from "Lower Threading". 1 Put the bobbin in "Drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that were designed to be incorrect or break the needle. • You can begin sewing immediately... without drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in 3 place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow 2) until the cover clicks into place. 2...
... to be used with this machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Follow steps 1 and 2 from "Lower Threading". 1 Put the bobbin in "Drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that were designed to be incorrect or break the needle. • You can begin sewing immediately... without drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in 3 place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow 2) until the cover clicks into place. 2...
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... using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. Be sure to its highest position by 2 turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel points directly...
... using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. Be sure to its highest position by 2 turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel points directly...
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... is equipped with a needle threader) This feature is only available on the handwheel points directly up. 1 Needle bar thread guide IMPORTANT: 7 Thread the needle from front to thread the needle (see next section). 1 Needle holder 2 Needle threader lever Note ● When you may be damaged....) While lowering the needle threader lever, 3 hook the thread onto the guide. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put the thread behind the guide above the 6 needle. • The thread can not be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by 2 turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so...
... is equipped with a needle threader) This feature is only available on the handwheel points directly up. 1 Needle bar thread guide IMPORTANT: 7 Thread the needle from front to thread the needle (see next section). 1 Needle holder 2 Needle threader lever Note ● When you may be damaged....) While lowering the needle threader lever, 3 hook the thread onto the guide. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put the thread behind the guide above the 6 needle. • The thread can not be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by 2 turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so...
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... if you ). Check the table on page 26 for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. The hook will need to make sure that the hook passes through the eye of machine. ...While lightly holding the thread, turn the lever toward the Raise the needle threader lever and pull out 6 about 5 cm...9679; You can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. When using decorative threads or special needles, such as possible, and then turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of ...
... if you ). Check the table on page 26 for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. The hook will need to make sure that the hook passes through the eye of machine. ...While lightly holding the thread, turn the lever toward the Raise the needle threader lever and pull out 6 about 5 cm...9679; You can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. When using decorative threads or special needles, such as possible, and then turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of ...
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... gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. Pull on certain models. You can sew with this needle and two top threads. Other needles could break and injure you. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you use the same color or two different colors ... toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that have designed your machine so you can use the zigzag presser foot only. 24 Draw up the lower thread by hand to lower and then raise the needle. ■ Quick-set above 3 since this machine (part code: X57521-021). CAUTION ● Use only...
... gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. Pull on certain models. You can sew with this needle and two top threads. Other needles could break and injure you. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you use the same color or two different colors ... toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that have designed your machine so you can use the zigzag presser foot only. 24 Draw up the lower thread by hand to lower and then raise the needle. ■ Quick-set above 3 since this machine (part code: X57521-021). CAUTION ● Use only...
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...flat side of the needle should face toward you do not pass the thread through the needle bar thread guide 2 Right needle thread passes in the hole on the top of thread onto the extra spool pin. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in the same way that you . ■ Attaching... Tension Correct tension is too Loose Loops appear on the back of your fabric. 2 ■ Twin Needle Threading You should face toward the back and the rounded side should thread each needle separately. ■ Attaching the Twin Needle Attach the twin needle in the same way as too much...
...flat side of the needle should face toward you do not pass the thread through the needle bar thread guide 2 Right needle thread passes in the hole on the top of thread onto the extra spool pin. Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in the same way that you . ■ Attaching... Tension Correct tension is too Loose Loops appear on the back of your fabric. 2 ■ Twin Needle Threading You should face toward the back and the rounded side should thread each needle separately. ■ Attaching the Twin Needle Attach the twin needle in the same way as too much...
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... Tweed Jersey Tricot For top stitching Thread Type Size Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized 60-80 Silk or silk finished 50-80 Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized 60-80 Silk 50-80 Cotton 30-50 Thread synthetic mercerized 50 Silk Thread for knits 50-60 Thread synthetic mercerized 30 Silk Size of Needle...colored) 75/11-90/14 90/14-100/16 Memo ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. ● You can also use the same thread for the bobbin thread and upper threading. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle...
... Tweed Jersey Tricot For top stitching Thread Type Size Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized 60-80 Silk or silk finished 50-80 Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized 60-80 Silk 50-80 Cotton 30-50 Thread synthetic mercerized 50 Silk Thread for knits 50-60 Thread synthetic mercerized 30 Silk Size of Needle...colored) 75/11-90/14 90/14-100/16 Memo ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. ● You can also use the same thread for the bobbin thread and upper threading. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle...
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... ● Make sure the needle does not hit a pin or any other objects during sewing. Raise the needle to adjust the needle position. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, and you may be injured. ● Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other...5 To back tack, push down the reverse sewing 6 lever as far as possible, and then press the foot controller to strengthen a stitch. Pull the upper thread though the toes of seams and to start 7 sewing in the forward direction by hand, always turn the handwheel by pressing the foot controller. •...
... ● Make sure the needle does not hit a pin or any other objects during sewing. Raise the needle to adjust the needle position. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, and you may be injured. ● Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other...5 To back tack, push down the reverse sewing 6 lever as far as possible, and then press the foot controller to strengthen a stitch. Pull the upper thread though the toes of seams and to start 7 sewing in the forward direction by hand, always turn the handwheel by pressing the foot controller. •...
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...1 Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch 2 backwards for top stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics. Set the pattern selection dial to lock the threads at the beginning and end of the fabric. STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING ■ Changing Sewing Direction Stop the machine at the point where you... pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, and then start sewing in the "F" range, and set the stitch width dial between 0 and 5. 1 Thread cutter 28 The Satin Stitch can use stitching to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in the 3 new direction. ■ Finishing Sewing You...
...1 Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch 2 backwards for top stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics. Set the pattern selection dial to lock the threads at the beginning and end of the fabric. STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING ■ Changing Sewing Direction Stop the machine at the point where you... pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, and then start sewing in the "F" range, and set the stitch width dial between 0 and 5. 1 Thread cutter 28 The Satin Stitch can use stitching to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in the 3 new direction. ■ Finishing Sewing You...
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...pattern selection dial to the Blind Hem 3 Stitch or Stretch Blind Hem Stitch, and then set the stitch length. Both threads should be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on the fold as in Fig. Shell Tuck Stitching Stitch ... Fold back the hem, as shown in Fig. C. 4 4 1 2 C D 3 2 1 1 Right side of fabric 2 Wrong side of trousers, without the stitch showing. Adjust the thread tension so that 3 it is tighter 2 than normal. A. D. 23 1 A B 1 2 Stretch Blind Hem Stitch F-1.5 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) Stretch Blind Hem Stitch F-1.5 3-5 (1/64...
...pattern selection dial to the Blind Hem 3 Stitch or Stretch Blind Hem Stitch, and then set the stitch length. Both threads should be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on the fold as in Fig. Shell Tuck Stitching Stitch ... Fold back the hem, as shown in Fig. C. 4 4 1 2 C D 3 2 1 1 Right side of fabric 2 Wrong side of trousers, without the stitch showing. Adjust the thread tension so that 3 it is tighter 2 than normal. A. D. 23 1 A B 1 2 Stretch Blind Hem Stitch F-1.5 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) Stretch Blind Hem Stitch F-1.5 3-5 (1/64...
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... Elastic Place the elastic on the fabric. 1 As you keep the two fabric edges close together. Following the line of the tear, sew using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric 1 together and center them together using the Elastic Stitch. 2 Make...
... Elastic Place the elastic on the fabric. 1 As you keep the two fabric edges close together. Following the line of the tear, sew using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric 1 together and center them together using the Elastic Stitch. 2 Make...