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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
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The wire which is coloured brown must be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER 'E', BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or coloured black or blue. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to BS 1362, i.e. In the event of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as ...
The wire which is coloured brown must be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER 'E', BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or coloured black or blue. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to BS 1362, i.e. In the event of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as ...
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...the needle while sewing. When storing this product are subject to assure correct installation. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to clean the case. To fully enjoy all the features, we... or other parts • A power failure occurs during use extension cords. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations.
...the needle while sewing. When storing this product are subject to assure correct installation. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to clean the case. To fully enjoy all the features, we... or other parts • A power failure occurs during use extension cords. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations.
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SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 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 ...
SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 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 ...
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UTILITY STITCHES 32 OVERCASTING STITCHES 32 BASIC STITCHING ...33 Basic stitching ...33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 41 Stretch stitching ...41 Elastic attaching ...41 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 42 Appliqués ...42 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ...43 Piecing ...43 Quilting ...44 Free-motion quilting ...45 REINFORCEMENT STITCHING 46 Triple stretch stitching ...46 Bar tack stitching ...46 DECORATIVE STITCHING 48 Fagoting ...49 Scallop stitching ...49 Smocking ...50 ...
UTILITY STITCHES 32 OVERCASTING STITCHES 32 BASIC STITCHING ...33 Basic stitching ...33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 41 Stretch stitching ...41 Elastic attaching ...41 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 42 Appliqués ...42 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ...43 Piecing ...43 Quilting ...44 Free-motion quilting ...45 REINFORCEMENT STITCHING 46 Triple stretch stitching ...46 Bar tack stitching ...46 DECORATIVE STITCHING 48 Fagoting ...49 Scallop stitching ...49 Smocking ...50 ...
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c Hole for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of thread. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off. p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to cut them. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of thread for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the power supply cord into the jack...
c Hole for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of thread. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off. p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to cut them. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of thread for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the power supply cord into the jack...
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g Quick-set the bobbin. i Needle plate The needle plate is depressed. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to sew" (page 28). The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. When sewing is stopped, the needle is installed onto the presser foot holder. For details, refer to "Starting to raise and lower the presser foot. ...
g Quick-set the bobbin. i Needle plate The needle plate is depressed. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to sew" (page 28). The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. When sewing is stopped, the needle is installed onto the presser foot holder. For details, refer to "Starting to raise and lower the presser foot. ...
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If the accessories are stored in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 7 Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a compartment inside the compartment. c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to use. a LCD (Liquid crystal display) The selected stitch (1), presser foot that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be used (2), stitch length in millimeters (3), and stitch width in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. For details, refer to reduce the stitch...
If the accessories are stored in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 7 Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in a compartment inside the compartment. c Stitch length adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch width. (Press the "-" side to use. a LCD (Liquid crystal display) The selected stitch (1), presser foot that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be used (2), stitch length in millimeters (3), and stitch width in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment. For details, refer to reduce the stitch...
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... 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. 13. 14. 15. 75/11...
... 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. 13. 14. 15. 75/11...
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Using other power sources may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Always grasp the plug to remove it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Pulling on . only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Fire or electric shock may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Turn off . Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or ...
Using other power sources may result. ● Do not touch the plug with many other ). Always grasp the plug to remove it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Pulling on . only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. Fire or electric shock may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Turn off . Do not subject the cord to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or ...
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Slower a Sewing speed controller • The speed set using the sewing speed controller is not in order to build up on the foot controller. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. When you press the foot controller down the "-" side of cloth and dust to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Turn off the foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. X The needle stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left and turn off the ...
Slower a Sewing speed controller • The speed set using the sewing speed controller is not in order to build up on the foot controller. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. When you press the foot controller down the "-" side of cloth and dust to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Turn off the foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. X The needle stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left and turn off the ...
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Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this pin. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin. 1 2 a Spring on the shaft b Groove of thread on the sewing machine. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine. b CAUTION ● If...
Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this pin. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin. 1 2 a Spring on the shaft b Groove of thread on the sewing machine. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine. b CAUTION ● If...
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Note ● If the sewing machine is to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 12 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and ...
Note ● If the sewing machine is to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 12 CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and ...
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Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your left and remove the bobbin. Pull the thread to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound ...
Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your left and remove the bobbin. Pull the thread to the left hand, use your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound ...
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this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you could be injured. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the right direction. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is correctly inserted through the slit, as shown. • Make sure that were designed to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin, see arrow a), and then press lightly on Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the...
this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you could be injured. b 1 2 a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the right direction. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is correctly inserted through the slit, as shown. • Make sure that were designed to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin, see arrow a), and then press lightly on Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the...
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b 1 2 • Make sure that the thread is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. Replace the bobbin cover. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is correctly inserted through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut ...
b 1 2 • Make sure that the thread is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. Replace the bobbin cover. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is correctly inserted through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut ...
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Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up , or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the needle threader, see page 17. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...
Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up , or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the needle threader, see page 17. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...
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Feed the upper thread as shown in the figure d on this pin. Note ● If the thread take -up lever. If you can only use needles in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of 90/14-100/16. ● You cannot use the needle threader if you are using transparent nylon monofilament thread, you are using decorative threads or special needles, such as the twin needle and wing needle. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to break. Lower the presser foot lever. Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and c then put a spool ...
Feed the upper thread as shown in the figure d on this pin. Note ● If the thread take -up lever. If you can only use needles in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of 90/14-100/16. ● You cannot use the needle threader if you are using transparent nylon monofilament thread, you are using decorative threads or special needles, such as the twin needle and wing needle. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to break. Lower the presser foot lever. Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and c then put a spool ...
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a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the eye of the needle. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of thread through the needle. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18
a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the eye of the needle. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of thread through the needle. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18
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c 19 Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. Replace the bobbin cover. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads d and pull them toward you draw up the lower thread as described in . Draw up the lower ...
c 19 Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower c thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. Replace the bobbin cover. Before you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads d and pull them toward you draw up the lower thread as described in . Draw up the lower ...