Brother International CE4400 Operation Manual

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    Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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    Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are
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    or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the • Do not use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies,
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    troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
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    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment ...7 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 The main parts ...8 Needle and presser foot
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    73 STITCH SETTINGS ...73 Utility stitches ...73 MAINTENANCE ...78 Cleaning the machine surface ...78 Cleaning the bobbin case ...78 TROUBLESHOOTING ...81 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...81 Upper thread tightened up ...81 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ...82 Incorrect thread tension ...85
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Note ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the
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    2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA140 F033N SA129 F005N SA125 F001N No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others SA132 F016N XZ5051-001 Accessory compartment The accessories are stored in a compartment inside
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    22) This holds the spool of thread. j Handwheel This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding then threading the machine. s Thread guide cover (pages 16 and 22) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading
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    to hold the presser foot holder in place. k Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. l Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser
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    (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. The display location (2) of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above the number of the selected stitch. b Stitch
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    ■ Storing the spool pin ■ Installing the spool pin When placing the cover on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position. If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage
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    Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the rear side of the sewing machine. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or 1 a right to select the desired sewing speed. Slide the
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    This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 17. a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins
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    a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space While holding the spool with your right hand, e and then pass the thread under the thread guide. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may
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    when the thread is wound around the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk. b Hook the excess thread above the bobbin. k CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is
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    Slide the sewing speed controller to the right l (to set the speed to fast). (For models CAUTION equipped with the sewing speed controller.) ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. 1 a Sewing speed controller Press the foot
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pull the thread to the right and pass it through e the slit in the bobbin winder seat. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the shaft. a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) X The thread is cut to a
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    Lower threading Raise the needle to its highest position by turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models Install the bobbin wound with thread. equipped with the needle position button), and • For more details on quick-set bobbin, see
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    is on the left, and then, after pulling the thread firmly around the tab with your left hand as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it through the slit. • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown
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    While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (a and b). Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (c). • At this time, check that the bobbin
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    For details on the needle threader, see page 25. a Spool pin b Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of 20
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    As shown, press down on the spool pin lever d with your finger. X The spool pin swings up. Fully insert the spool for the upper thread f onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. 1 CAUTION ● Do not grab
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    with your right hand, h and then pass the thread under the thread guide. Make sure you guide the thread through the k thread take-up lever from right to left as thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Thread take-up lever Memo ● If
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    injured. Lower the presser foot lever. b While lowering the needle threader lever, c hook the thread onto the guide. Thread the needle from front to back and pull n out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread. a thread you may cause sewing problems. a Needle holder b Needle threader lever c Guide 25
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    out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 26
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    Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by turning the
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    precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use
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    Replace the needle as described below. Use the disc-shaped screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower the presser foot lever. c With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to
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    to "Replacing the needle" (page 29). Thread the upper thread for the left needle. b • For details, refer to steps a through l of "Upper threading" (page 22). Manually thread the left needle with the c upper thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. Insert the
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    cover • For details, refer to step a through l of "Upper threading" (page 22). Without passing the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width
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    REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION 1 ● Always turn off the power before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the f presser foot pin snaps into the shank in the presser foot holder. Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the
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    Hold the presser foot holder in place with b your right hand, and then tighten the screw using the disc-shaped screwdriver in your left hand. 1 a Disc-shaped screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw Note ● If the presser foot holder is not correctly installed, the thread
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    SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts
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    ) is selected. Attach the presser foot indicated in the LCD. c The display location of the presser foot type differs depending on the model. This manual shows, as an example, the LCD (illustration above) of models where the presser foot type appears above the number of the selected stitch. Turn on
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    SEWING BASICS Adjusting the stitch length and width ■ [Example] Selecting stitch . Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04. a With on the right, select "4", and with on the left, select "0". Press the "+" or "-" side of (stitch b length adjustment key) to increase or reduce the
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    Starting to sew Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your
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    SEWING BASICS Take your foot off the foot controller, or press h (start/stop button) once (if the machine was started by pressing (start/stop button)) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). X The machine stops sewing. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel i toward you (
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    Thread tension The thread tension will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is important as too much or too
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    SEWING BASICS USEFUL SEWING TIPS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. After you select a stitch, the machine automatically sets the
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    ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching The fabric may not feed when thick seams are CAUTION being sewn and the presser foot is not level, as shown below. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side of zigzag
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    SEWING BASICS Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric. When you have finished sewing, tear off any excess
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    stretch materials. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 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
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    (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the e presser foot guide. 1 a Needle drop point CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not
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    stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse
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    hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse
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    i arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing. a Arm Position the fabric with the edge of the folded j hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. R a Wrong side of fabric b Fold of hem
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    details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 37). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the m fabric right side up. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 1 2 a Wrong side
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    and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 (1/32) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No * Auto
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    + thickness of button) c 5 mm (3/16 inch) Example: For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. 1 2 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) b 15 mm (9/16 inch) Attach buttonhole foot "A". c Select a stitch
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    Position the fabric with the front end of the f buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 Gently hold the end of the upper thread in h your left hand, and then start sewing. 2 A 2 a Mark on fabric b Red marks on
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    UTILITY STITCHES Insert a pin at the end of the buttonhole k stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut, and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole. 2 ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook
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    Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be attached. Place a button between the presser foot and d the fabric. Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the b feed
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    UTILITY STITCHES Turn the handwheel toward you h (counterclockwise) to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the button holes. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the
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    the right or left side of the needle. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement
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    UTILITY STITCHES Attach the presser foot holder to the right side e of the pin on zipper foot "I". I a Pin on the right side b Needle drop point Select stitch . f CAUTION ● Turn the handwheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a
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    fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION ● When
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    are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqué stitch J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16
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    UTILITY STITCHES Appliqués You can create an appliqué by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration. Baste the cut design to the fabric. a CAUTION ● If glue is used to hold the cut design in place on the fabric, do not apply glue to areas that will be sewn with
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    needle strikes the presser foot, injury may result. Select stitch , or . d Place one hand on each side of the presser e foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns. Reverse stitches cannot be sewn
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    bar. The pin on the quilting foot should be positioned over the needle clamp screw. Adjust the stem of the quilter so that the quilt b guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn. a Pin on quilting foot b Presser foot holder screw c Needle clamp screw Hold the quilting foot in
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    Slide the feed dog position lever, located at the d rear of the machine on the base, to (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). a Feed dog position lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch.
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    Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- J 02 02 02 "J". a Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings
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    Position the fabric so that the opening of the d pocket faces toward you, and then lower the presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket opening. Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as e possible. a Buttonhole lever 1 The buttonhole lever is
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    decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot
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    Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 25 25 25 - thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16
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    UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "scalloping". It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. Attach monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making c sure
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    Shell tuck stitching The gathers that look like shells are called "shell tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. Fold the fabric along the bias. a Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details,
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    fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. For details, refer to "Upper threading" (page 22). Insert the
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    machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 4 Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse
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    Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) -3 - 3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No No
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    Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch Piecing straight stitch Hand-look quilting N 26 26 26 Decorative hemming on
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    Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Quilting stippling J 43 43 - - Quilting background stitching (stippling) 7.0 (1/4) 1.0-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No ** Rfc
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    Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - For decoration, etc. N 58 - - - For decoration, etc. N 59 53 43 35 For decoration, etc. N 60
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    APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface Slide the needle plate cover release toward d you to remove the needle plate cover. If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it
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    become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. 4 a Needle plate cover b Tab c Hole • Check that
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    APPENDIX From the front, slide the needle plate cover i back into position. a Needle plate cover CAUTION ● If the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine as shown below, remove the needle plate cover (step d), and then install it again (steps h and i). Sewing while the
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    you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com]. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for
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    APPENDIX While holding the bobbin in place with your c finger, pass the thread through the slit in the needle plate. • Hold down the bobbin with your right hand, and then pull the end of the thread around the tab with your left hand. Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ■ Symptom • The thread
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    the thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Presser foot lever • If the presser foot turning the handwheel e toward you (counterclockwise) so that the a Thread guide cover mark on the wheel points up, or press (needle position button)
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    behind the needle bar thread j guide above the needle. The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle according to steps m and k n in "Upper threading"
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    Incorrect thread tension ■ Symptoms • Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 2: The upper thread appears as a straight line on the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 3: The upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric. • Symptom 4: The
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    . If the operation could not be completed according to the procedure, instead of attempting to complete it forcefully, contact your nearest authorized service center. ■ Removing the fabric from the machine Immediately stop the sewing machine. a Turn off the sewing machine. b Remove the needle. c If
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    contact the edges of the slots in the needle plate. 4 If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the bobbin case and l around the feed dogs. Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. m Align the two
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    become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. Attach the needle plate cover according to q steps
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    and feed dogs operate correctly. If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest authorized service center. 89
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    is not turned on. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Turn on the machine. The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. Bobbin thread does not wind neatly on the bobbin
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    tension. page 73 page 41 You are pulling the fabric too much. Lightly guide the fabric. - The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - The area around the hole in the presser foot is
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    being used, or the thread has come out of the needle bar thread guide.) Correct the upper threading. Use the spool cap that best fits the size . Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched
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    There is a high- pitched noise while sewing. The bobbin case is scratched. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 4 You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin
  • Brother International CE4400 | Operation Manual - Page 96
    APPENDIX ■ After sewing Symptom The upper thread has tightened up. The thread tension is incorrect. The thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric. The stitch is not sewn correctly. Possible cause The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. You have not threaded the upper thread properly
  • Brother International CE4400 | Operation Manual - Page 97
    an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If you press the stitch selection key is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center. Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep) Each
  • Brother International CE4400 | Operation Manual - Page 98
    43 J joining 71 , joining stitch 61 68 M main parts 8 main power switch 12 , monogramming 70 72 96 N needle 28 , needle bar thread guide 9 25 , needle clamp screw 9 30 needle plate 9 , needle plate cover 9 78 needle position 47 needle position button 9 , needle threader 9 25 O openings
  • Brother International CE4400 | Operation Manual - Page 99
    thread tension 41 trial sewing 42 triple stretch stitch 47 troubleshooting 81 twin needle 30, 31 U upper tension-control dial 8, 41, 85 upper threading 22 W walking foot 63 wing needle 72 Z zigzag stitch 42, 45, 61 zipper foot 57 zipper insertion 57 4 97
  • Brother International CE4400 | Operation Manual - Page 100
    English 885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65 XE6528-2012 Printed in China
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation
Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
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Product Code:885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65
Operation Manual
885-V60/V61/V62/V63/V64/V65