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... 10 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Reverse sewing lever 13 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...
... 10 Stitch length dial 12 Stitch width dial 12 Reverse sewing lever 13 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...
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Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001 2-...
Part Name 6 Bobbin (One is on machine) 7 Needle set (90/14 needle) 8 Oval screwdriver 9 Foot controller Part Code Americas Others SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 3-piece set: XE5328-001 2-...
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...(Page 27) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 6 Thread guide (Page 14, 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 7 Thread take-up lever (Page 18) 8 Thread cutter (Page 24) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 19) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 16, 21) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing ...
...(Page 27) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 6 Thread guide (Page 14, 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. 7 Thread take-up lever (Page 18) 8 Thread cutter (Page 24) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to ...cut them. 9 Needle threader (Page 19) (This is only available on certain models.) 0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 16, 21) (This is only available on certain models.) A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5) B Presser foot (Page 8) C Reverse sewing ...
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... press harder, the machine's speed will stop. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle 1 2 1 Slower 2 Faster You should make sure that the mark on the wheel points up on the foot controller. CAUTION...
... press harder, the machine's speed will stop. ■ Checking the needle correctly Put the flat side of any bent needles safely. 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the needle 1 2 1 Slower 2 Faster You should make sure that the mark on the wheel points up on the foot controller. CAUTION...
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... the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in the needle bending or breaking. Reverse sewing lever You can use bobbins from other bobbins may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. The machine will not work properly. If the ...needle hits the presser foot, the needle may cause damage to sew with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Using other models, the machine will then sew forward. 1 1 Reverse sewing lever THREADING THE...
... the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in the needle bending or breaking. Reverse sewing lever You can use bobbins from other bobbins may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. The machine will not work properly. If the ...needle hits the presser foot, the needle may cause damage to sew with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Using other models, the machine will then sew forward. 1 1 Reverse sewing lever THREADING THE...
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... when the thread is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to 10 cm (3-4 inches) of thread from the inside of the bobbin. 1 Spring on the shaft 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3-4 inches) CAUTION ● Pull the thread taut and... pin and put a spool of thread is in the groove on the machine. 5 14 Turn on the thread guide. Then, pass the thread around the bobbin. While holding the thread from the spool 2 with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the wrong place, or is wound around the...
... when the thread is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder 4 shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to 10 cm (3-4 inches) of thread from the inside of the bobbin. 1 Spring on the shaft 2 Notch 3 7-10 cm (3-4 inches) CAUTION ● Pull the thread taut and... pin and put a spool of thread is in the groove on the machine. 5 14 Turn on the thread guide. Then, pass the thread around the bobbin. While holding the thread from the spool 2 with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the wrong place, or is wound around the...
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...is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you could be injured. Then stop the machine. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it and 3 lift toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise the needle by ...sliding it may break the needle. this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the left and remove the bobbin. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn off the foot controller. If you accidentally step on the foot controller...
...is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you could be injured. Then stop the machine. Prepare the bobbin wound properly 1 before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it and 3 lift toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Raise the needle by ...sliding it may break the needle. this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the left and remove the bobbin. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn off the foot controller. If you accidentally step on the foot controller...
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...the thread unrolls in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on page 15. Hold the end of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down the bobbin 2 with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the machine... (as shown in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to 4 from the cover toward you set bobbin) Install the bobbin wound with your right hand as shown. • If the thread is only available on certain models. Follow steps 1 to be incorrect ...
...the thread unrolls in the illustration). • Draw up the lower thread" on page 15. Hold the end of the thread, push the 5 bobbin down the bobbin 2 with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown, guide the thread through the tension-adjusting spring of the machine... (as shown in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to 4 from the cover toward you set bobbin) Install the bobbin wound with your right hand as shown. • If the thread is only available on certain models. Follow steps 1 to be incorrect ...
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... thread is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may cause incorrect thread tension. For details on the correct combination of the bobbin case, it may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in "Drawing up... upper threading is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of needles and threads, refer to the steps in the correct combination. Replace the bobbin cover.
... thread is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may cause incorrect thread tension. For details on the correct combination of the bobbin case, it may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in "Drawing up... upper threading is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of needles and threads, refer to the steps in the correct combination. Replace the bobbin cover.
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...the needle. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand to draw up the 2 lower thread. 1 2 1 2 1 Upper ...thread 2 Lower thread • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Draw up the lower thread as described in . When sewing gathers ...thread, put them toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that some thread will be removed. Replace the bobbin cover. 4 21 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pass the end of the thread through the 0 presser foot,...
...the needle. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread ■ For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by hand to draw up the 2 lower thread. 1 2 1 2 1 Upper ...thread 2 Lower thread • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Draw up the lower thread as described in . When sewing gathers ...thread, put them toward you (counterclockwise) by hand so that some thread will be removed. Replace the bobbin cover. 4 21 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pass the end of the thread through the 0 presser foot,...
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... that you pass it through the guide above "2.5" since this occurs, increase the stitch length. Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, the stitches may be damaged. 26 CAUTION ● After adjusting the... left needle. 1 Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle (see page 17). Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft.
... that you pass it through the guide above "2.5" since this occurs, increase the stitch length. Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 3 2 Extra spool pin 2 3 Thread spool CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, the stitches may be damaged. 26 CAUTION ● After adjusting the... left needle. 1 Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle (see page 17). Thread the right needle. 2 Thread the right needle in front of the bobbin winder shaft.
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... will affect the quality of your stitches. You may be too tight. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 15 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper... tension control dial to adjust it when you start to a higher number. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to a lower number. 27
... will affect the quality of your stitches. You may be too tight. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 15 and rethread the bobbin thread. 2 1 3 5 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower thread 5 Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper... tension control dial to adjust it when you start to a higher number. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to a lower number. 27
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... it with a large screwdriver in the button. The needle may break and you may be injured. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 37 Then adjust the stitch width so that the needle enters the holes... needle 4 plate. 2 1 3 3 1 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 2 Left side 3 Buttonhole appearance If the left side is too tight, turn the buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with the bobbin thread. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the buttonhole are the same.
... it with a large screwdriver in the button. The needle may break and you may be injured. X Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the end of the 8 stitching to the button sewing foot 3 "M". 37 Then adjust the stitch width so that the needle enters the holes... needle 4 plate. 2 1 3 3 1 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 2 Left side 3 Buttonhole appearance If the left side is too tight, turn the buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with the bobbin thread. Pull the upper thread at the beginning of the buttonhole are the same.
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... not store the machine in the illustration, and then slide the needle plate to the left to remove it. 1 1 Use the oval screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it . 1 Raise the needle and the presser foot. 2 Loosen the presser foot screw and the 3 needle clamp screw to ensure correct...
... not store the machine in the illustration, and then slide the needle plate to the left to remove it. 1 1 Use the oval screwdriver Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it . 1 Raise the needle and the presser foot. 2 Loosen the presser foot screw and the 3 needle clamp screw to ensure correct...
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...performance may break. 3 6 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that the ▲ mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 1...; Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 42 For a new bobbin case (part code: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you install the needle plate securely....
...performance may break. 3 6 1 ▲ mark 2 ● mark 3 Bobbin case • Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that the ▲ mark 7 on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below. 1 1...; Align the ▲ and ● marks. 1 Screws • Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case. 42 For a new bobbin case (part code: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you install the needle plate securely....
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... properly. (For example, you are using is not appropriate for the thread you have not used the foot controller properly. Use a bobbin that you want to the right. APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. Contact... the needle. Remove any knots or tangles. Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below the needle plate. The bobbin-winder shaft is correct for the type of fabric. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips.
... properly. (For example, you are using is not appropriate for the thread you have not used the foot controller properly. Use a bobbin that you want to the right. APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. Contact... the needle. Remove any knots or tangles. Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below the needle plate. The bobbin-winder shaft is correct for the type of fabric. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips.
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... that has been designed designed for the fabric you want to 38 ▼ want to put it . The thread tension is tangled. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 15-16 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for designed for this... upper thread. 27 You have not used the right combination of thread and needle for this machine. 13 You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that you for the...
... that has been designed designed for the fabric you want to 38 ▼ want to put it . The thread tension is tangled. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 15-16 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for designed for this... upper thread. 27 You have not used the right combination of thread and needle for this machine. 13 You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that you for the...
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... (counterclockwise) so that you are appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. The thread tension is incorrectly installed. Correct the upper threading. Correctly install the needle...You have not used . If the thread is not correct for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The fabric does not feed. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the bobbin case. Remove the darning plate. Stitches are using is tangled in the race. APPENDIX...
... (counterclockwise) so that you are appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. The thread tension is incorrectly installed. Correct the upper threading. Correctly install the needle...You have not used . If the thread is not correct for example, in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The fabric does not feed. Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the bobbin case. Remove the darning plate. Stitches are using is tangled in the race. APPENDIX...
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...33 Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 25 G Gathering 39 H Handwheel 17 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 15 quick-set bobbin 16 21 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 41 N Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........22 replacing 7 Needle threader 19 O... Overedge stitching 32 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 16 21 R Race cleaning 41 Reverse sewing lever 13 S Satin stitch 28 , Shell tuck stitching 30 Spool pin 14 17 extra 26 Stitch...
...33 Flat bed attachment 5 Foot controller 7 Free-arm style 25 G Gathering 39 H Handwheel 17 L Light switch 7 , Lower threading 15 quick-set bobbin 16 21 M Main parts 5 Main power 7 Maintenance 41 N Needle checking 7 combinations with fabric and thread .........22 replacing 7 Needle threader 19 O... Overedge stitching 32 P Pattern selection dial 9 Patterns 10 Presser foot changing 8 , Q Quick-set bobbin 16 21 R Race cleaning 41 Reverse sewing lever 13 S Satin stitch 28 , Shell tuck stitching 30 Spool pin 14 17 extra 26 Stitch...