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1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING 3 BUILT-IN STITCHES 4 SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 5 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS 6 APPENDIX Operation Manual
1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING 3 BUILT-IN STITCHES 4 SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 5 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS 6 APPENDIX Operation Manual
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... not use by pulling on cord. Young children should never be supervised to be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. This sewing machine is intended for its intended use . Never operate this manual. 3. Always use bent needles. 13. It may deflect the needle, causing it ...has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into any air openings blocked. The machine should be left unattended while plugged in this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it off , then remove plug from the accumulation of lint, ...
... not use by pulling on cord. Young children should never be supervised to be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. This sewing machine is intended for its intended use . Never operate this manual. 3. Always use bent needles. 13. It may deflect the needle, causing it ...has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into any air openings blocked. The machine should be left unattended while plugged in this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it off , then remove plug from the accumulation of lint, ...
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following code: Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wiring ...
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following code: Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wiring ...
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...table in the following circumstances: • When you do not pack it properly, or do not use the machine safely 1. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send this manual before you are replacing or removing the needle...Use only mild soaps or detergents to prevent damage. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. You may have stopped using the machine • When you fit them correctly. Do not use extension cords. To give your local authorized dealer. Always consult ...
...table in the following circumstances: • When you do not pack it properly, or do not use the machine safely 1. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take or send this manual before you are replacing or removing the needle...Use only mild soaps or detergents to prevent damage. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com. You may have stopped using the machine • When you fit them correctly. Do not use extension cords. To give your local authorized dealer. Always consult ...
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...Stitching ...31 Feather Stitching ...32 Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching ...32 Decorative Stitching ...33 4. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 THE MAIN PARTS ...5 ACCESSORIES ...6 Optional Accessories ...6 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 7 Connecting Plugs ...7 Main Power and Sewing Light Switch ...8 Foot Controller ...8 Checking the Needle ...8 ...Names ...12 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...
...Stitching ...31 Feather Stitching ...32 Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching ...32 Decorative Stitching ...33 4. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 THE MAIN PARTS ...5 ACCESSORIES ...6 Optional Accessories ...6 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 7 Connecting Plugs ...7 Main Power and Sewing Light Switch ...8 Foot Controller ...8 Checking the Needle ...8 ...Names ...12 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...
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... sewing light switch (Page 8) You can turn this in the reverse direction. E Stitch length dial (Page 14) This controls the stitch length. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 1 3 4 7 62 51 G F 8 9 0 C A B 1 Bobbin winder (Page 16) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the... 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...
... sewing light switch (Page 8) You can turn this in the reverse direction. E Stitch length dial (Page 14) This controls the stitch length. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 1 3 4 7 62 51 G F 8 9 0 C A B 1 Bobbin winder (Page 16) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the... 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...
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...have designed these accessories to help you be able to carry out most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. No. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. Part Name 5 Buttonhole Foot (1 pc.) 6 Button Sewing Foot (1 pc.) 7 Extra Spool ....) Part Code USA Others X59369-321 X59375-121 130920-021 X55467-021 XC6063-021 Note ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model. Part Name 1 Zipper foot (1 pc.) 2 Bobbin (3 pcs.) 3 Needle Pack (Regular Single Needle HAX130 (3 pcs.)) 4 ...
...have designed these accessories to help you be able to carry out most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. No. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. Part Name 5 Buttonhole Foot (1 pc.) 6 Button Sewing Foot (1 pc.) 7 Extra Spool ....) Part Code USA Others X59369-321 X59375-121 130920-021 X55467-021 XC6063-021 Note ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model. Part Name 1 Zipper foot (1 pc.) 2 Bobbin (3 pcs.) 3 Needle Pack (Regular Single Needle HAX130 (3 pcs.)) 4 ...
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...to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms CAUTION ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other appliances plugged in to be unplugged. (For U.S.A. Do not place... fire may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Always grasp the plug to install the proper outlet. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING 1 ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of electric shock, this plug is not to a wall 2 outlet. Connect the...
...to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms CAUTION ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other appliances plugged in to be unplugged. (For U.S.A. Do not place... fire may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Always grasp the plug to install the proper outlet. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING 1 ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of electric shock, this plug is not to a wall 2 outlet. Connect the...
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...break and cause injury. When you take your foot off . Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be injured. ● Only use sewing machine needles for smooth sewing. ■ Checking the Needle Correctly 1 Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. 2 Check the ... you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. only) ● Foot Controller: Model KD-1902 This foot controller can be used for Model XL-3500, XL-2600, XL-3510, XL-2610, XL-3520, XL-2620. 8 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc...
...break and cause injury. When you take your foot off . Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be injured. ● Only use sewing machine needles for smooth sewing. ■ Checking the Needle Correctly 1 Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. 2 Check the ... you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. only) ● Foot Controller: Model KD-1902 This foot controller can be used for Model XL-3500, XL-2600, XL-3510, XL-2610, XL-3520, XL-2620. 8 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc...
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... fully inserted, or if the needle clamp screw is 2 loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. If you change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how. ...presser foot. Release the foot by 1 turning the handwheel toward the 5 back of the sewing machine may be damaged. 1 Screwdriver 2 Needle clamp screw • Do not use the correct presser ...and may cause injury. ● Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. You will start and you may be injured. ● Always use excessive force when loosening or tightening ...
... fully inserted, or if the needle clamp screw is 2 loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. If you change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how. ...presser foot. Release the foot by 1 turning the handwheel toward the 5 back of the sewing machine may be damaged. 1 Screwdriver 2 Needle clamp screw • Do not use the correct presser ...and may cause injury. ● Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. You will start and you may be injured. ● Always use excessive force when loosening or tightening ...
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... to the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to -reach areas. To change your machine to 1 release it . 1 1 1 Shank ■ Presser Foot Installation Orientation 2 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment Note ● Put the ...accessories inside a bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a different presser foot on the needle plate 3 so that the bar on the shank. Flat Bed Attachment The accessories are not in ...
... to the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to -reach areas. To change your machine to 1 release it . 1 1 1 Shank ■ Presser Foot Installation Orientation 2 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment Note ● Put the ...accessories inside a bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a different presser foot on the needle plate 3 so that the bar on the shank. Flat Bed Attachment The accessories are not in ...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Patterns and Stitch Names Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name Recommended Width (mm (inch)) Recommended Length (mm (inch)) Instruction Manual Page 4-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE ...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Patterns and Stitch Names Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name Recommended Width (mm (inch)) Recommended Length (mm (inch)) Instruction Manual Page 4-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE ...
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... used for making a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is for best results. With the "0" setting, material is used when sewing a button. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name COMB STITCH COMB STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH FAGOTING STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH DECORATIVE HEM STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH Recommended Width (mm...
... used for making a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is for best results. With the "0" setting, material is used when sewing a button. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name COMB STITCH COMB STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH FAGOTING STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH DECORATIVE HEM STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH Recommended Width (mm...
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... far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward. ■ 25 Stitches Selecting a Stretch Stitch Setting the stitch length dial to " " changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch. Stretch Stitching...
... far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward. ■ 25 Stitches Selecting a Stretch Stitch Setting the stitch length dial to " " changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch. Stretch Stitching...
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... Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft 3 and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR ... from the inside of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right.
... Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft 3 and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the spool pin. KNOWING YOUR ... from the inside of the bobbin. 2 1 1 Spring on the spool pin and 1 pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may cause damage to the right.
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Then stop the machine. ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. ● Immediately after winding the bobbin, it may break the needle. Trim the ...
Then stop the machine. ● Make sure you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. ● Immediately after winding the bobbin, it may break the needle. Trim the ...
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... the bobbin so the thread unrolls in 3 the direction shown by 1 turning the handwheel toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: ...SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). Slide the button and open the cover. 2 1 2 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle...
... the bobbin so the thread unrolls in 3 the direction shown by 1 turning the handwheel toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the same type (part code: ...SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). Slide the button and open the cover. 2 1 2 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the bobbin case. If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle...
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... 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. Lower Threading (for this sewing machine. Reattach the bobbin cover. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Be sure to operate, injury... cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in 5 place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on the foot controller and the machine begins to turn off the power.
... 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. Lower Threading (for this sewing machine. Reattach the bobbin cover. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Be sure to operate, injury... cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in 5 place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on the foot controller and the machine begins to turn off the power.
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... thread before you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. CAUTION ● Make sure you start to be used with this machine. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, follow the procedure in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in 3 place...can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that were designed to cut it. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Follow steps 1 and 2 from "Lower Threading". 1 Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread 2 through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin ...
... thread before you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. CAUTION ● Make sure you start to be used with this machine. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, follow the procedure in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. Put the left tab in 3 place...can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the Lower Thread" (page 24). 1 1 Cutter • Make sure that were designed to cut it. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Follow steps 1 and 2 from "Lower Threading". 1 Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread 2 through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin ...
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...; If the spool of thread 3 on this pin. Feed the upper thread as shown in the wrong place, or is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread is in the 4 illustration above. Make sure you guide the thread... the handwheel points directly up. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. IMPORTANT: 1 Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to left. 1 1 1 Thread take -up lever 5 Mark on the...
...; If the spool of thread 3 on this pin. Feed the upper thread as shown in the wrong place, or is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread is in the 4 illustration above. Make sure you guide the thread... the handwheel points directly up. • If the needle is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. IMPORTANT: 1 Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to left. 1 1 1 Thread take -up lever 5 Mark on the...