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  • Brother International HC1850 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
    Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V67 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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    , heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine and immediately unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When
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    Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention
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    first follow the 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 dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use accessories recommended by
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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 section ...9 Operation buttons ...9
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    UTILITY STITCHES 45 OVERCASTING STITCHES 45 Using zigzag foot ...45 Using overcasting foot ...46 BASIC STITCHING ...47 Basic stitching ...47 BLIND HEM STITCHING 48 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 51 Button sewing ...55 ZIPPER INSERTION ...57 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 59 Stretch stitching ...59
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    needle 16. 17. 18. 19. 90/14 1 needle 14. 15. No. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) XC3021-031 2 Buttonhole foot "A" XC2691-033 3 Overcasting foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot
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    accessory may be included with your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1 No. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others SA140 F033N: XC2214-052 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet
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    operation manual may differ from the actual machine. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread. b Upper tension-control dial (page 41) This controls the tension of the upper thread. c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pre-tension disc
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    when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. c Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to hold the presser foot holder in place. k Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight
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    depending on the sewing machine model. Spool pin As shown, press down on the spool pin lever with your finger to raise the spool pin. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm
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    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 from the spool pin, and then the hole on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown.
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    connector Set the main power switch to "I". b X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary
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    with the start/stop button). Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch selection key). X The needle stop position changes to the raised position. Memo • Perform the same
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    ) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is turned on. The machine can be set so that the straight stitch (center needle position) is automatically selected when it is turned on. Turn off the sewing machine. a Cancelling the operation beep When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set
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    page 18. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you
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    to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the machine may be damaged. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to the front. Hold
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    is wound around the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pre-tension disk. b Hook c Pre-tension disk d Pull it in as far as possible. Turn on the sewing machine. i While holding the end of the thread, gently j press the foot controller or press (start
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    MACHINE Slide the sewing speed controller to the right l (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. a Sewing speed controller Press the foot
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    k original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button
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    the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you
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    (for models • If the thread is not correctly inserted through equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. case, it may cause incorrect thread tension 1 (page 41). Turn off the sewing machine. b Slide the button and
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (c). Replace the bobbin cover
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    once or twice to raise the needle. a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to turn the handwheel
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    ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for
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    pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Thread take-up lever Memo ● If the needle is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot be threaded. Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before threading the thread take-up lever. a Thread guide cover
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    raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) a Needle bar thread guide Turn off the sewing machine. m CAUTION
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    hook will pull the thread through the needle. a Presser foot lever Pass the end of the thread through the presser i foot, and then pull 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. 27
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE 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. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either
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    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 bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Ball point needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. Use the ball point needle for best results when sewing patterns using monogramming foot "N". The factory recommended needle is "HG-4BR" (Organ).
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    apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise
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    with the twin needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 79). a Twin needle b Extra spool pin CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and
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    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. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● 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
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    holder screw Note ● If the presser foot holder is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. CAUTION ● Be sure to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw, otherwise the presser foot holder may fall off and the needle may strike it, causing the needle to bend or break. 35
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    , otherwise the needle may break or bend. General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Power supply" (page 12). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the
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    Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The c number of the selected stitch is displayed. Press
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    ) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking. 38
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    point of the stitching. 2 or a Mark b Needle position button Raise the presser foot lever. b a Presser foot lever Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass c the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. Lower the
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    if the needle stop position has been set to the raised position (page 13). Raise the presser foot lever. j Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, k and then pass the threads upward from below through the thread cutter to cut them. ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other
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    Upper thread d Lower thread ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and rethread the bobbin thread. 1 2 3 5 4 a Wrong
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    , and then slightly change the sewing direction to sew around the curve. When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric
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    pin (black button on the left side) pressed in, and lower the presser foot lever. CAUTION ● Use only the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener which is for sewing. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with
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    sewing, tear off any excess paper. Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs, or hard-to-reach areas. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to a release it. a Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch
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    useful for sewing stretch materials. Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Zigzag stitch Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting
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    the handwheel toward you d (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
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    STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Straight Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch
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    ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or . Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may be displayed on the
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    When you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width. Stitch width Attach blind hem foot "R". f Select a stitch. g Remove the flat bed attachment and make h free-arm sewing possible. • For details on free-arm sewing, refer to "Stitching cylindrical pieces" (page
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    Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (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
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    BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual A 34
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    UTILITY STITCHES The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length.
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    buttonhole will not be sewn with the correct size. Note ● If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch. X Once sewing is completed, the 3 machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot
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    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 the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot
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    so that the needle goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. 3 a Feed dog position lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with stitch , select stitch .) Adjust the stitch width so that
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    the needle may bend or break. Start sewing. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use
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    Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch
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    the left side of the pin on zipper foot "I" in step e. I a Left side of the pin b Needle drop point When you have finished sewing, remove the h basting stitching. a Stitching b Right side of fabric c Basting stitching d End of zipper opening Sew the stitching in order, from a to c. CAUTION ● Make
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    Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 Sewing stretch
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    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 sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch
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    QUILT STITCHING Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length
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    , do not apply glue to areas that will be sewn with the machine. If glue is attached to the needle or race, the machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch . c Sew along the edge of the fabric with the d needle dropping off the edge at the right. Remove the basting, if necessary
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    guide. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns. Reverse stitches cannot be sewn with the walking foot. Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading
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    guide into the a hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder. † Walking foot † Presser foot holder Note Models equipped 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 needle
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    . Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and end of sewing. a Presser foot holder screw needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break. a Pattern After sewing is finished, slide the feed dog 3 g position lever to (to the left as seen from the front of the machine
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    ) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. Attach zigzag foot "J". a Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length
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    the correct size. a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. a Do not reduce the gap. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Shell tuck stitch Smocking stitch
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    No Rfc. CAUTION 3 ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting". It is used on
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    monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making c sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 10 mm c (3/8 inch). 1 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. Pull the bobbin
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    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, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the fabric. 1 Joining Decorative
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    . For details, refer to "Upper threading" (page 23). Insert the wing needle. a • Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle. • For details on inserting a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 30). Attach monogramming foot "N". b Select stitch or . c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64
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    the sewing machine. a Press the stitch category selection key twice b and confirm that the character stitch indicator lights up. a Stitch width total number of entered characters a Stitch category selection key b Character stitch indicator Attach the presser foot indicated on the LCD. e Memo
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    stored in memory even if you turn off the machine. ■ Adding new characters after sewing After sewing a combination of characters, you can add characters to the combination using the following method. Press the "+" side of (stitch width c adjustment key) to enter the selected character. N Memo
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    you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. N Checking characters You can check the characters in a combination with following method. Press the "+" or "-" side of a adjustment key) repeatedly. (stitch length This will display
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    ) Attach monogramming foot "N". b • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Start sewing. c X The stitch is sewn in the direction indicated by the arrow. Memo ● When sewing characters, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches for each character. ● While sewing, the
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    does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as shown below. Memo ● The character stitches "034" (No. 31 + No. 34+ No. 35) are used for making adjustments. Attach monogramming foot "N". a • For details, refer to "Replacing
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the characters "034" again. f Memo ● You can sew when you are in the stitch adjustment mode. If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, adjust the stitch again. Adjust the stitch until the stitch pattern comes out correctly. After you have finished adjusting the pattern, g
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    Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 4 Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Left J 00 Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch J 01 J 02 J 03 Zigzag stitch
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Decorative stitch Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch Piecing straight stitch Decorative
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Quilting stippling Decorative stitch Pattern No. Application Appliqué quilting, freemotion J 46 quilting, satin stitching, button sewing
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application N 63 For **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4)
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application N 80 For decoration, etc. N 81 For decoration, etc. N 82 For decoration, etc. N 83 For decoration, etc. N 84 For decoration, etc. Satin stitches N 85 For
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    stitches Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stretch stitch J 00 00 00 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching Overcasting stitch
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    Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application J 06 06 06 Decorative stitching Lace sewing, decorative N 07 07 07 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. N 08
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    Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Decorative stitch N 21 - - For decoration, etc. N 22 - - For decoration, etc. N 23 - - For
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    models equipped with character stitches) Presser Foot Twin Needle Stitch width/ Stitch Length Stitch Type Pattern No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Character stitches N 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
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    out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. a Needle plate cover b Needle plate cover release 89
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    before installing the bobbin case. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may 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
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    with the top surface of the machine. 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 needle plate cover is not flush with
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    not change even after the thread tension is adjusted. Turn off the sewing machine. a Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case. b Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that c the thread unwinds in the correct direction. • Hold the bobbin with your right hand with the thread unwinding to the left, and
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    in the needle plate, then cut it with the cutter. • After starting sewing, a rattling noise is made and sewing cannot continue. • Looking under the fabric, there is tangled thread in the bobbin case. 4 c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct thread tension is possible after the bobbin has been
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    so that there is no slack in 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 is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel e toward you
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    -up lever. Put the thread 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 left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. 1 a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle according to steps
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    used. The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the type of fabric sewn and the thread thickness. If a needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not being used, the thread tension will not be adjusted correctly, causing wrinkles in the fabric or skipped stitches. • Refer to
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    , contact your nearest authorized service center. ■ Removing the fabric from the machine Remove the bobbin case. h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. Immediately stop the sewing machine. a Turn off the sewing machine. b Remove the needle. c If the needle is lowered into the
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    nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around l the feed dogs. Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. m Align the two screw holes in the needle plate n with the two holes at the needle plate mounting base, and then fit the needle plate onto the machine. a Correct
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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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    in the needle plate. If the needle contacts the needle plate, remove the needle plate, and then install it again, starting with step m in "Removing the fabric from the machine" (page 98). Turn off the machine, and then install the f bobbin and presser foot. • Refer to "Lower threading" (page 20
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    the needle. page 23 page 30 The sewing light The sewing lamp is damaged. does not come on. The machine is not turned on. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Turn on the machine. - page 12 The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly
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    thread tension. page 79 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
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    the size of the spool being used. bar thread guide.) page 23 There are knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots or tangles. - The needle is not appropriate for the Choose a needle that is appropriate thread you are using. for the type of stitch. page 29 The upper thread tension is
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    the needle plate cover and in the race. clean the plate and the race. page 89 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Correct the upper threading. page 23 Replace the bobbin case. The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest - authorized service center
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    the presser- Attach the presser-foot holder foot holder properly. properly. The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 29 page 35 page 41, 96 You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only
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    the race, insert the bobbin case properly. If the needle is bent or broken, replace the needle. Then, thread the upper thread properly, and continue the operation. Note ● If error message "F1" through "F9" appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning
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    parts 8 A accessories 6 main power switch 12 , mirror image stitch indicator 10 37 , monogramming 70 72 adjusting stitches 77 appliqués 61 N needle 29 B bar tack 66 , needle bar thread guide 9 26 , needle clamp screw 9 31 basic stitching 47 blind hem stitching 48 needle plate
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    44 thread cutter 40 thread tension 41 trial sewing 42 triple stretch stitch 47 troubleshooting 92 , twin needle 31 32 U upper tension-control dial 8, 41, 96 upper threading 23 , utility stitch indicator 10 37 W walking foot 63 wing needle 72 Z zigzag , stitch 42 45, 61 zipper foot 57
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    English 885-V67 Printed in China XF3961-001
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
Product Code: 885-V67
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