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... or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. up lever, needle, or other parts • A power failure occurs during use... extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used. 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines...
... or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. up lever, needle, or other parts • A power failure occurs during use... extension cords. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used. 3. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines...
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CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 The main parts ...5 Needle and presser foot section ...6 Operation buttons ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position...
CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 The main parts ...5 Needle and presser foot section ...6 Operation buttons ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position...
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...YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to cut them. l Main power and sewing light... the presser foot. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread for...
...YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to cut them. l Main power and sewing light... the presser foot. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. d Upper tension-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread for...
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... area) XC8816-021 (Other areas) 5. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700 G The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12...
... area) XC8816-021 (Other areas) 5. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700 G The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12...
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...a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). e 11 THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin 1 This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other ...the right. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151)...
...a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). e 11 THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin 1 This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other ...the right. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151)...
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... spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by the arrow. Put the left tab in e place (see page 15. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is... turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in ...
... spring of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). If it may cause the thread tension to its highest position by the arrow. Put the left tab in e place (see page 15. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is... turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in ...
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...apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is at the bottom. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the screwdriver...below to attach it clockwise. a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom edge of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 22 As seen from ...
...apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is at the bottom. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the screwdriver...below to attach it clockwise. a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom edge of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 22 As seen from ...
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...thread guide. b Right needle thread passes in front of thread onto the extra spool pin. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to the thread take -up lever is lowered, the needle may... damage the machine. If the fabric is turned while the needle is the same as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). d Use the thread from the first spool to thread c the machine to the thread take -up lever. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121).
...thread guide. b Right needle thread passes in front of thread onto the extra spool pin. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to the thread take -up lever is lowered, the needle may... damage the machine. If the fabric is turned while the needle is the same as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). d Use the thread from the first spool to thread c the machine to the thread take -up lever. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121).
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...Replacing the presser foot" (page 24). ↓ 4 Start sewing. For details on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● While the machine is finished, cut the threads. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below to "Power supply" (page 9). ...sewing machine, read the following precautions. When sewing is in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts...
...Replacing the presser foot" (page 24). ↓ 4 Start sewing. For details on the sewing machine. CAUTION ● While the machine is finished, cut the threads. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below to "Power supply" (page 9). ...sewing machine, read the following precautions. When sewing is in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts...
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... the presser foot lever and the e buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. With a seam ripper, cut the middle part of the h gimp thread remaining at the rear of the machine on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Buttons with 2 or with the sewing machine. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp f thread to remove any excess...
... the presser foot lever and the e buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. With a seam ripper, cut the middle part of the h gimp thread remaining at the rear of the machine on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Buttons with 2 or with the sewing machine. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp f thread to remove any excess...
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... stitch 32 main parts 5 main power switch 9 A , monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar ... 6 H handwheel 5 heirloom stitching 51 J joining 51 , joining stitch 42 48 L LCD 7 S scallop stitching 49 seam ripper 37 sewing machine needles 20 sewing speed controller 6 sleeve holes 46 smocking 50 , spool pin 11 16 , start/stop button 6 28 stitch length 27 stitch selection key ...
... stitch 32 main parts 5 main power switch 9 A , monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar ... 6 H handwheel 5 heirloom stitching 51 J joining 51 , joining stitch 42 48 L LCD 7 S scallop stitching 49 seam ripper 37 sewing machine needles 20 sewing speed controller 6 sleeve holes 46 smocking 50 , spool pin 11 16 , start/stop button 6 28 stitch length 27 stitch selection key ...