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... controller 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep ...11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses...
... controller 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep ...11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses...
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... Sewing the character stitches ...67 ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches 68 4. 3. APPENDIX ...70 MAINTENANCE ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the bobbin case ...70 TROUBLESHOOTING ...72 ERROR MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4
... Sewing the character stitches ...67 ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches 68 4. 3. APPENDIX ...70 MAINTENANCE ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the bobbin case ...70 TROUBLESHOOTING ...72 ERROR MESSAGES ...75 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep 75 INDEX ...76 4
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1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 12) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the sewing speed, and to manually raise and lower the needle. Not for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 34) i ... foot lever (page 17) Used to lower the feed dogs. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. b Spool pin (pages 12 and 17) This holds the spool of thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 9) Insert the plug on...
1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 12) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this to control the sewing speed, and to manually raise and lower the needle. Not for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 34) i ... foot lever (page 17) Used to lower the feed dogs. e Thread guide (pages 12 and 17) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. b Spool pin (pages 12 and 17) This holds the spool of thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 9) Insert the plug on...
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...sewing while the button is installed onto the presser foot holder. For details, refer to "Starting to sew reverse stitches. g Quick-set the bobbin. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on the sewing machine ...twice sews one stitch. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to adjust the sewing speed. 6 Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to start /stop sewing. KNOWING YOUR SEWING ...
...sewing while the button is installed onto the presser foot holder. For details, refer to "Starting to sew reverse stitches. g Quick-set the bobbin. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on the sewing machine ...twice sews one stitch. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to adjust the sewing speed. 6 Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to start /stop sewing. KNOWING YOUR SEWING ...
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... 3 Monogramming foot "N" Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others XC2691-033 XC3098-031 XD0810-031 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on this machine model XR-9000. ● 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...No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA132 F016N XZ5051-001 8 Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Screwdriver 15 Extra spool pin 16...
... 3 Monogramming foot "N" Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others XC2691-033 XC3098-031 XD0810-031 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on this machine model XR-9000. ● 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...No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA132 F016N XZ5051-001 8 Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle (gold colored) 13 Cleaning brush 14 Screwdriver 15 Extra spool pin 16...
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...part code: SA156, SFB). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. Pass the end of the thread through the ... and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on the spool pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the bobbin. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Actual size ...
...part code: SA156, SFB). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. Pass the end of the thread through the ... and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on the spool pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the bobbin. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. Actual size ...
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...may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The...stop button) to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). If you follow the instructions carefully. Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ Press the foot controller or press (start/...
...may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to the right. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The...stop button) to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). If you follow the instructions carefully. Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ Press the foot controller or press (start/...
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...for models equipped with the start/stop button) to its k original position (for models equipped with the start . a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to a suitable length. Slide the sewing speed controller back to start /stop button). Pull the thread to the right ...and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the bobbin five or six times. c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the ...
...for models equipped with the start/stop button) to its k original position (for models equipped with the start . a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to a suitable length. Slide the sewing speed controller back to start /stop button). Pull the thread to the right ...and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the bobbin five or six times. c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the ...
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... CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. Raise the needle to its highest position by the arrow. If bobbins from other models are used with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 15 If you accidentally ...so the thread comes out in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be injured. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin d down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could ...
... CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. Raise the needle to its highest position by the arrow. If bobbins from other models are used with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 15 If you accidentally ...so the thread comes out in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be injured. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin d down with thread. • For more details on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could ...
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...arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left side of the cover (as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be used with this machine. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 20... before you start to cut it may cause the thread tension to be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Replace the bobbin cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped ...
...arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. Put the left side of the cover (as shown by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be used with this machine. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 20... before you start to cut it may cause the thread tension to be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Replace the bobbin cover. CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped ...
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...b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. When sewing gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Replace the bobbin cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread ...b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. ...
...b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. When sewing gathers or darts, you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. Replace the bobbin cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread ...b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. ...
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... appear on the surface of the fabric. ■ Upper tension is too loose Loops appear on wrong side of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. For details, refer to a lower number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper thread ...was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 15) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread...
... appear on the surface of the fabric. ■ Upper tension is too loose Loops appear on wrong side of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. For details, refer to a lower number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper thread ...was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 15) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong side b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread e Loops appear on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread...
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... 2 thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is too thick a to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may bend or break. Note ● Before start sewing, baste together the fabric and the hook-and-loop fastener. Make sure that...
... 2 thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is too thick a to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may bend or break. Note ● Before start sewing, baste together the fabric and the hook-and-loop fastener. Make sure that...
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... the left as f the distance between the presser foot and d the fabric. Set the stitch length to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at . 50 Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to check that it with stitch , select ... holes toward you h (counterclockwise) to sew reinforcement stitches. When you . Start sewing. Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at the end...
... the left as f the distance between the presser foot and d the fabric. Set the stitch length to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at . 50 Pull the upper thread at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to check that it with stitch , select ... holes toward you h (counterclockwise) to sew reinforcement stitches. When you . Start sewing. Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at the end...
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... length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension. • For details, refer to fabric. e Stitch between the straight stitches. a Select stitch . Pull the bobbin threads to cut the thread. Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "smocking". Attach zigzag foot "J". Trim along the...
... length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension. • For details, refer to fabric. e Stitch between the straight stitches. a Select stitch . Pull the bobbin threads to cut the thread. Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "smocking". Attach zigzag foot "J". Trim along the...
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...sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Raise the needle and the presser foot. Grasp both sides of the machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug the machine ...it again with a dry cloth. a Needle plate cover 70 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before you may occur. Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the needle plate ...
...sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in the bobbin case; a Raise the needle and the presser foot. Grasp both sides of the machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug the machine ...it again with a dry cloth. a Needle plate cover 70 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before you may occur. Cleaning the bobbin case Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the needle plate ...
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...code: XC3152-021), contact your nearest authorized service center. 4 ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance... may break. • Do not put oil on the bobbin case. Remove the bobbin case. CAUTION a Cleaning brush b Race ● Never use a bobbin case that the projection g on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from...
...code: XC3152-021), contact your nearest authorized service center. 4 ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may suffer. Insert the bobbin case so that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance... may break. • Do not put oil on the bobbin case. Remove the bobbin case. CAUTION a Cleaning brush b Race ● Never use a bobbin case that the projection g on . 1 a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to f remove any dust from...
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... breaks. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that is scratched. If the thread is too tight. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. Use the foot controller properly. Loosen the upper thread tension. Incorrect bobbins will not work . If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the...
... breaks. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Only use a bobbin that is scratched. If the thread is too tight. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. Use the foot controller properly. Loosen the upper thread tension. Incorrect bobbins will not work . If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the...
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...page 12 The thread tension is incorrect. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for this machine. Correctly install the bobbin thread. Fit the spool properly. appropriate for the type of thread and needle for this machine. The area around the hole in... The thread tension is incorrect. You have not threaded the right combination of fabric. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 21 The needle is incorrectly installed. page 17 You ...
...page 12 The thread tension is incorrect. Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for this machine. Correctly install the bobbin thread. Fit the spool properly. appropriate for the type of thread and needle for this machine. The area around the hole in... The thread tension is incorrect. You have not threaded the right combination of fabric. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 21 The needle is incorrectly installed. page 17 You ...
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.... Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for the type of fabric, thread and needle. page 17 Stitches are lowered. The bobbin case is wrinkled. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 74 You have not used the right combination of the upper ...service center. page 70 Dust has built up or by turning the handwheel toward you are appropriate for this machine. Clean the bobbin case. Replace the bobbin case. Adjust the tension of fabric, thread and needle. Replace the needle. If the thread is not sewn correctly. The ...
.... Choose a thread and needle that has been designed for the type of fabric, thread and needle. page 17 Stitches are lowered. The bobbin case is wrinkled. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 74 You have not used the right combination of the upper ...service center. page 70 Dust has built up or by turning the handwheel toward you are appropriate for this machine. Clean the bobbin case. Replace the bobbin case. Adjust the tension of fabric, thread and needle. Replace the needle. If the thread is not sewn correctly. The ...