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We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-E44/E45/E46 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-E44/E45/E46 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
Operation Manual
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... or knees. 1 Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for use in the country of purchase only. 4 Never operate this manual, or if you are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician. • This machine is approved for examination, ...you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using , when cleaning, when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it ...
... or knees. 1 Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for use in the country of purchase only. 4 Never operate this manual, or if you are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician. • This machine is approved for examination, ...you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using , when cleaning, when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it ...
Operation Manual
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...troubleshooting table in the back of the machine and foot control free from all moving parts. Keep ventilation openings of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Special care is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this ...machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. 5 Always keep your local authorized Brother dealer. 2 Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall...
...troubleshooting table in the back of the machine and foot control free from all moving parts. Keep ventilation openings of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Special care is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this ...machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. 5 Always keep your local authorized Brother dealer. 2 Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall...
Operation Manual
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... use as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not suitable for household use a fuse approved by ASTA to change without supervision. FOR USERS ...knowledge, unless they do not play with the appliance. The contents of this manual. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be supervised to obtain the correct lead. 3 Children should contact your authorized Brother dealer to ensure that they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use ...
... use as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not suitable for household use a fuse approved by ASTA to change without supervision. FOR USERS ...knowledge, unless they do not play with the appliance. The contents of this manual. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be supervised to obtain the correct lead. 3 Children should contact your authorized Brother dealer to ensure that they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use ...
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... differ depending on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. p Feed dog position lever (page 57 and 67) Use the feed dog position lever to start and stop sewing. i ...controls the tension of the upper thread. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 17) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug.
... differ depending on the power supply cord into the jack/ socket connector. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is used to manually raise and lower the needle. p Feed dog position lever (page 57 and 67) Use the feed dog position lever to start and stop sewing. i ...controls the tension of the upper thread. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 17) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the foot controller plug.
Operation Manual
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... less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of "Upper threading" (page 25). Install the twin needle. Manually thread the left needle. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the twin needle, refer to thread the twin...
... less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of "Upper threading" (page 25). Install the twin needle. Manually thread the left needle. The needle could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with the twin needle, refer to thread the twin...
Operation Manual
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... with the twin needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 75). 1 a Thread guide cover • For details, refer to step h through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. If this occurs, increase the stitch length. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Do not...
... with the twin needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 75). 1 a Thread guide cover • For details, refer to step h through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. If this occurs, increase the stitch length. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Do not...
Operation Manual
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... model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Pattern No. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05...
... model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Pattern No. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05...
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... stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. c • For details...
... stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left J 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. c • For details...
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... not feed and desired results may not be changed to the left. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 Blind...
... not feed and desired results may not be changed to the left. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 10 10 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 Blind...
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Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes 5.0 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) * A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on . A 36 36 36 31 31 31 27 Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 (...
Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes 5.0 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) * A 34 34 34 29 29 29 25 on . A 36 36 36 31 31 31 27 Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 (...
Operation Manual
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... the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes...
... the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes...
Operation Manual
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... that a suitable length of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Therefore, it . Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-3.0 1.0-4.0 (1/16-1/8) (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-point...
... that a suitable length of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Therefore, it . Pattern No. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-3.0 1.0-4.0 (1/16-1/8) (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No Rfc. 3-point...
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... stitch Joining stitch J 47 47 47 41 41 - - J 48 48 48 42 42 - - Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Piecing straight stitching (with a seam...
... stitch Joining stitch J 47 47 47 41 41 - - J 48 48 48 42 42 - - Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Piecing straight stitching (with a seam...
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... the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo ● To change the width of the presser foot with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading the needle using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide...
... the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo ● To change the width of the presser foot with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading the needle using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide...
Operation Manual
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... foot a holder. • For details, refer to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Align the quilting foot with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the quilting foot, or only attach the quilting foot after threading the needle using the feed dog position lever) so that has already...
... foot a holder. • For details, refer to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Align the quilting foot with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the quilting foot, or only attach the quilting foot after threading the needle using the feed dog position lever) so that has already...
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... sewing. b Select stitch . Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to sew" (page 41). Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce...
... sewing. b Select stitch . Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to sew" (page 41). Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sew- 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 ing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and deco- UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce...
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... be sewn with tricot 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 (0-1/4) (1/16-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Decorative stitch Lace sewing...
... be sewn with tricot 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 0.0-7.0 1.0-4.0 (0-1/4) (1/16-3/16) * Yes No ( J ) Rfc. Decorative stitch Lace sewing...
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.... e • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - smocking stitching, heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. g 71 loom stitching, etc. (1/16-1/4) (1/16-3/16) Decorative stitching, 5.0 (3/16...
.... e • For details, refer to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Application Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch N 31 31 31 28 28 28 - smocking stitching, heir- 1.5-7.0 1.0-4.0 No No Rfc. g 71 loom stitching, etc. (1/16-1/4) (1/16-3/16) Decorative stitching, 5.0 (3/16...
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... with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to "Upper threading" (page 25). Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break.
... with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be used to decorate hems and tablecloths on inserting a needle, refer to "Upper threading" (page 25). Manually pass the thread through the eye of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break.