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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX CPS5XV[Y Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine Operation Manual
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    that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine NV1200 This device complies with Part 15 of may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
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    machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area. • 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
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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 dealer. Use this machine FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not intended to be used by young children,
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    Contents Important Safety Instructions 1 Introduction ...7 Sewing Machine Features ...7 Accessories...8 Included accessories ...8 Optional accessories ...10 Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11 Front view ...11 Needle and presser foot section ...12 Right-side/rear view ...12
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    side cutter 81 Basic Stitching ...83 Basting ...83 Basic stitching ...83 Blind Hem Stitching ...85 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 87 Buttonhole sewing ...88 Button sewing ...92 Zipper Insertion...94 Inserting a centered zipper ...94 Inserting a side zipper ...96 Zipper/piping Insertion ...99
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    (liquid crystal display) operation ...158 Selecting characters ...160 Selecting an embroidery pattern...161 Selecting a frame pattern ...162 Using an embroidery card (sold separately 163 Embroidering ...164 Sewing attractive finishes ...164 Embroidering a pattern...165 Appliquéing ...167 Editing
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    APPENDIX 179 Care and Maintenance ...180 Cleaning the machine surface ...180 Cleaning the race ...180 Troubleshooting ...182 Error messages ...187 Adjusting the LCD...190 Operation beep...190 Canceling the operation beep ...191 Upgrading Your Machine's Software 192 Index ...193 6
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    Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions" (page 1), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can
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    any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Note (For U.S.A. only) z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on this machine model NV1200. z The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: XA4813-051) z The organized accessory
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    X59370-051 25 Foot controller 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) XC3021-051 26 Operation manual 6 Blind stitch foot "R" X56409-051 27 Quick reference guide 7 Button fitting foot "M" 130489-001 28 Embroidery foot "Q" 8 Stitch guide foot "P" 9 Adjustable zipper/piping foot SA160 SA161 F035N
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    / EF83 EF83: XD0599-002 Water solude stabilizer 5 Stubilizer material for embroidery SA520 SA519 BM4: X81267-101 BM3: X81175-101 6 Wide table SA551 guide SA185 F057: XC7416-252 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized service
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    slot Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit. j Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot. k Operation buttons and sewing speed controller Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing machine (page 13). l Flat bed attachment Insert
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    foot holder. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you to raise and lower the needle. The handwheel should be turned towards you (counterclockwise). c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. d USB port connector
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    buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. a "Start/Stop" button Press the "Start/Stop" button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the
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    when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. e Memory key Press to enter character embroidery, combined stitch patterns, My Custom Stitch patterns, etc into the sewing machine memory. h f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch or decorative stitch or to design
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    1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 16 Power supply precautions 16 Turning on the machine 17 Turning off the machine 17 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD 18 Changing the
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    On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to . ● Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet.
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    Prepare the included power cord. When you are finished using the sewing machine, Make sure that the sewing machine is turned turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. 1 a off (the main power switch is set to " "), and then
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    in "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached. z Refer to "Error messages" (page 187) for messages displayed on the LCD. z Depending on the model of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed when the power is turned on. When an
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    count and the total number of embroidery stitches. The service count is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized dealer for details.) Product number NO.: The "NO." is the number for the sewing and embroidery machine. Program version VERSION: Display the
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    GETTING READY Turn on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on. Press b panel. (Settings key) on the operation X The settings screen appears. Press the item to be set. c Switch screens using (Previous
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    upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle 1 replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD. Turn on the sewing machine. a Note z Settings that are changed are not lost when the power
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    , press e key) two times. (Back X The initial stitch screen appears again. Note z For details on each topic, refer to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. 22
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    . Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code
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    GETTING READY Turn on the sewing machine. a Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto f the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and
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    Memo z When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small While holding the thread near the spool with h your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front. space between the
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    slow, press ("Start/Stop" button) once to stop the machine. CAUTION ● When the bobbin winding becomes slow, stop the machine, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Use scissors to cut the end of the thread o wound around the bobbin. 1 a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter
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    The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the left. Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right e hand, and then guide the thread as shown with your left hand. CAUTION ● When installing the
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    the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in "Upper Threading" (page 29). Memo z You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew, pull up the thread according to the procedure in "Pulling up the bobbin thread" (page 37
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    , carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled and the needle may bend or break. Memo z The order that the machine should be threaded is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. About
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    presser b foot. Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the e spool pin. 1 a a Presser foot lever Note z If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. 2 a Spool pin b Spool cap Place the spool of thread onto the spool pin. f Slide the spool onto the pin so that the
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    cover and to the front. 1 a Thread guide cover Pass the thread under the thread guide plate, i and then pull it up. 1 Note z If the presser foot has been lowered and the shutter is closed, the machine cannot be threaded. Be sure to raise the presser foot and open the shutter before threading
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    the needle. Memo z The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. z Thread with a thickness thread guide disks (marked "7"). Pull the end of the thread passed through the a needle bar thread guide to the left, and then pass the thread through the thread guide disk
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    needle manually thread the needle as described below. Thread the machine to the needle bar thread a guide. • For details, refer to "Upper Threading" upper threading and the lower threading are finished, you are ready to begin sewing. Note z If the needle is not raised, the needle threader cannot
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    eye. • For details, refer to steps a through k of "Threading the upper thread" (page 30). Manually thread the left needle with the upper c thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. 34
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    through the needle h bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. • The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag
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    . CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to select the twin needle setting, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Start sewing. n • For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51). X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other. 36
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    Pulling up the bobbin thread Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the e bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. 1 Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. a
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    breaks and fragments are dispersed. 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 bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries
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    skipped stitches use ball point needles with stretch fabrics. ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a 90/14 or 100/16 home
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    a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Press ("Needle Position" button) once " button Turn off the sewing machine. b CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if
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    not apply a strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the rear f of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. 1 Install the twin needle in the same
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    the presser foot as described below. Press ("Needle Position" button) once or a twice to raise the needle. a 1 a "Needle Position" button Turn off the sewing machine. b a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised. Press the black button at the back of the d presser foot holder. a b CAUTION
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    be used appears in the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the 1 wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. b c a Presser foot holder b Notch c Pin
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    using the screwdriver in your left hand. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the embroidery foot and optional quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder. Remove
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    the flat bed attachment off to the left. a X With the flat bed attachment removed, freearm sewing is possible. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the b arm, and then sew from the top. When you are finished with free-arm sewing, c install the flat bed attachment back in its original position
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    GETTING READY 46
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    Mirroring stitches 61 Useful Sewing Tips 62 Trial sewing...62 Changing the sewing direction 62 Sewing curves ...62 Adjusting the presser foot pressure 62 Sewing thick fabrics 63 Sewing thin fabrics 64 Sewing stretch fabrics 64 Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics 64 Sewing an even seam allowance
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    pins, 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 "Turning on the machine" (page 17). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch
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    are displayed. If necessary, specify the setting for automatic e reverse/reinforcement stitching and adjust the stitch length, etc. Turn on the sewing machine. c X The straight stitch (left needle position) is shown selected in the LCD. • When an animation is displayed on the screen, touch
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    the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your right hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press ("Needle Position" button) once or b twice to raise the needle. 1 a "Needle Position" button Place the fabric under the presser foot
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    thread, and then press ("Start/Stop" button) to begin sewing again. ■ Using the foot controller Sewing can be started and stopped using the foot controller. 1 a "Start/Stop" button X The machine starts sewing. Turn off the sewing machine. a When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn
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    controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on this machine model NV1200. Turn on the sewing machine. c Faster • Slowly press down on the foot controller. Pressing it down hard starts sewing too quickly. X The machine starts sewing. When the end of the stitching is reached, f completely
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    ("Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button). Keep ("Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button) held down until you reach the beginning of the stitching. • The machine sews at a slow speed when ("Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button) is held down. When the end of the stitching is reached, press f ("Reverse
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    stitches are 3 to 5 stitches sewn on top of each other in one place. 1 2 a Reverse stitching b Reinforcement stitching Memo z The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. For details, refer to "Automatically
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    nylon or metallic threads, or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut the threads. When you wish to finish the stitching and the a sewing machine is stopped, press ("Needle Position" button) once to raise the needle. 2 1 a "Needle Position" button X The needle
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    the thread tension cannot be adjusted as desired, refer to "Troubleshooting" (page 184). z Settings for some stitches cannot be changed sewing machine can be set so that the stitch width can easily be changed with the sewing speed controller. For details, refer to "Satin stitching using the sewing
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    right side of the fabric, the upper thread is too tight. 1 2 CAUTION ● 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. 3 5 4 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric c Upper
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    SEWING BASICS ■ Upper thread is too loose If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose. 5 1 2 3 4 a
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    / reinforcement stitches Position the fabric under the presser foot, and d then press ("Start/Stop" button) once. The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. Whether reverse stitches or 2 reinforcement stitches
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    is called "programmed thread-cutting". If programmed threadcutting is set, automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is also set. Turn on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on. Select a stitch. b • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Press c on the
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    the mirror image of a stitch horizontally (left and right). Turn on the sewing machine. a 2 X The LCD comes on. Select a stitch. b • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Press c on the screen. X It turns to , and
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    stitching and the number of layers of fabric sewn, perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project. Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up
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    b of the machine to adjust the 2 a Strong b Weak When you are finished sewing, reset the dial to c 3 (standard). Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit a feature that keeps the presser foot level. a X Once the trouble spot has been passed, the foot will return to its normal position.
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    fixed distance from the edge of the fabric. 1 2 a Seam b Presser foot ■ Aligning the fabric with the stitch guide foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned with a desired position of markings on the stitch guide foot. 1 2 3 a Seam b Stitch guide foot c Markings 1 a Leather 64
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    a Seam b Presser foot c Centimeters d Inches e Needle plate f 1.6 cm (5/8 inch) Insert the knee lifter into the mounting slot on b the front of the sewing machine in the lower- right corner. Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the notches in the mounting slot, and then insert the knee lifter
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    BASICS Using the knee lifter Stop the sewing machine. a • Do not use the knee lifter while the sewing machine is operating. With your knee, press the knee lifter to the b right. Keep the knee lifter pressed to the right. X The presser foot is raised.
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    side cutter .........81 Basic Stitching 83 Basting 83 Basic stitching 83 Blind Hem Stitching 85 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing....87 Buttonhole sewing 88 Button sewing 92 Zipper Insertion 94 Inserting a centered zipper 94 Inserting a side zipper 96 Zipper/piping Insertion 99 Inserting
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    Foot Presser Foot Stitch Name Pattern Application 1 J Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto 0.0 (0) Manual 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reverse No
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 00 (0) 3← - →3 Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 2.0 (1/16) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No Patchwork stitching, decorative J stitching and sewing overcasting 5.0 on both pieces of fabric, such as (3/16) 2.5-7.0
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    [mm (inch)] Auto 5.5 (7/32) Manual 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 1.6 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16 -1/4) 1.0 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No Lace sewing, decorative N hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16
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    [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 55 A Keyhole buttonholes for thick or No 64 65 Side cutter 66 67 68 Horizontal straight stitch 69 S Sewing zigzag stitches while cutting the fabric 3.5 (1/8) 3.5-5.0 1.4 (1/8-3/16) (1/16
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    UTILITY STITCHES Other stitches Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length/width Left/Right Flipping Stitch Type Pattern 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Large: No Decorative stitches 21 22 23 24 N 25 26 27 28 29* 30*
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length/width Left/Right Flipping Stitch Type Pattern 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Character
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    UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length/width Left/Right Flipping Stitch Type Pattern 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Character 41 42 43 44
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    decorative stitches. g Satin stitches (Can be combined) You can select from 18 satin stitches. You can sew combinations of multiple decorative stitches. Selecting stitching Turn on the sewing machine. a • When an animation is displayed on the screen, touch the screen with your finger. X The
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    foot that should be used appears on the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. Memo z For details on adjusting the
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    † Example: Bus Saving stitch settings This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width (zigzag width), stitch length, thread tension, programmed thread cutting, and automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching for
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    .) are saved, not just the setting that was changed. When the same stitch pattern is selected, the last settings saved are displayed even if the machine was turned off. If the settings are changed again, or if is pressed to reset the setting to its default, the new settings are not
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    sew overcasting with overcasting foot "G". Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual page 42). Select a stitch. b a a Guide Sew with the edge of the fabric against the d presser foot guide. 1 • For details, refer to "Selecting
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    (1/16-1/4) 5.0 1.5-7.0 (3/16) (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.4 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) 1.4 0.3-4.0 (1/16) (1/64-3/16) 1.0 0.2-4.0 fabrics (3/16) (0-1/4) (3/16) (1/16-3/16) Attach zigzag foot "J". a J Sew along the edge of the fabric with the c needle dropping off the edge at
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    , seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Five stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with the side cutter. Note z Thread the needle manually when using the side cutter, or only attach the side cutter after threading the needle using the needle threader
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    side cutter, e and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. h The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of the side cutter. Select a stitch. f a a Guide plate • If the fabric is not positioned correctly, the fabric will
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    Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Five stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 6 Basting stitch Temporarily securing 0.0 0.0-7.0 20
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    12 mm (1/2 inch). If the stitch width is changed (between 0 and 7.0 mm (1/4 inch)), the needle position will also change. By changing the stitch width and sewing with the right side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric, a seam allowance can be sewn with a fixed width
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    Manual 00 (0) 3← - →3 00 (0) 3← - →3 Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) Presser Foot R Sew ). Position the fabric with the edge of the folded e hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 a
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    a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric • For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 56). Sew with the fold of the hem against the g presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching. h 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side
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    -step buttonholes and one stitch for sewing on buttons. Stitch Name Pattern Application 48 Horizontal buttonholes on thin and medium weight fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 5.0 3.0-5.0 0.4 0.2-1.0 (3/16) (1/8-3/16) (1/64) (1/64
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    stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. Use chalk to mark on the fabric the Button guide plate b Presser foot scale c Pin d Marks on buttonhole foot e 5 mm (3/16 inch) 1 a Marks on fabric Pull out the button guide plate
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    (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) presser foot. a a Do not reduce the gap. Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 89
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    make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole, and then use the seam ripper to cut open the buttonhole. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, h and then cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole
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    or 53 . d Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the e gimp thread. Lower the presser foot lever and the f buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp g thread to remove any slack. Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp h thread to the wrong side of
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    details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). • Since the end of the thread will be tied off later, do not set the sewing machine for programmed-thread cutting. Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as e the distance between the holes in the button. Place the
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    the thread by hand. This attaches the button 3 securely. Place the button into button-sewing foot "M", a and then pull the shank lever toward you. 1 X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. • Do not press ("Thread Cutter" button). • If additional strength is
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    Pattern Application Straight stitch (center 3 needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and pintucks Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 3.5 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5.0 I (1/8) (0-1/4) (3/32) (1/64-3/16) There are many methods
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    details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). a Stitching b Right side of fabric c Basting stitching d End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Remove the basting stitching. j Zipper Insertion
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    reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening. • For details, refer to "Basic stitching" (page 83). Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the c edge of the fabric. a Wrong side of fabric Press the seam allowance so that the right side e (the side that will not be
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    When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the j end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever. Open the zipper and continue sewing. k • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). CAUTION ● When using zipper foot "I", be
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    d Beginning of stitching e Basting stitching CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break. When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the o end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the
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    Name Pattern Application Straight stitch 1 (left needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and piping Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0 0.0-7.0 (0) (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 2.5 0.2-5.0 (3/32) (1/64-3/16) There are many methods for
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    below. 1 2 3 a Fabric b Piping c Fabric Refer to the steps of attaching the adjustable b zipper/piping foot on the previous page. Sew along the piping. c 1 3 2 4 After sewing, turn fabric pieces. d a Stitching b Right side of fabric c Basting stitching d End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.0 1.0-3.0 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 2.5 1.0-4.0 (3/32) on the fabric. 1 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Sew the fabric without stretching it. c 2 a Elastic tape b Pin Attach zigzag foot
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    UTILITY STITCHES Select a stitch. c † Example: 2-point zigzag stitch † Example: Elastic-attaching stitch • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). 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
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    Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 0.0-7.0 (1/8) (0-1/4) 3.5 0.0-7.0 (1/8) (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.4 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) 1.4
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    , and then baste or fuse it c onto the fabric that it will be attached to. 1 a Basting stitching Attach the open toe foot. d When sewing around corners, stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqué, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric as needed
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    foot" (page 42). Select stitch 21 or 22 . c • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). • The piecing straight stitch shows a "P" on the LCD. Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned d with the edge of the fabric. ■ For a seam allowance on the right side Align the right side
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    of the a fabric that you wish to piece together. Attach the 1/4 inch quilting foot. b 1 a Seam (3.2 mm (1/8 inch)) Start sewing. e When the end of the stitching is reached, stop f the sewing machine. Sew until the mark at the lower edge of the 1/4 inch quilting foot aligns with the lower edge of
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    can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. Baste the fabric to be quilted. a Remove the presser foot and while sewing. Note z When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. z When quilting, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle
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    the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Free-motion quilting With free-motion quilting, lower the feed dogs (using the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. When free-motion quilting, use the following instructions with the optional
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    select a e stitch. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). Turn on the sewing machine, and then press c (Settings key) on the operation panel. Use both hands to hold the fabric taut, and f then move the fabric to
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    Press e (Back key). X The initial screen appears again. Select stitch 24 . f • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). While sewing, slide the sewing speed g controller to adjust the stitch width. Slide the controller to the left to make the width narrower. Slide the controller to
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    inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is described below. the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance
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    not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, g and then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole
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    torn can be darned. Darning is sewn as shown below. 1 a Reinforcement stitching 3 1 Determine the desired length of the darning. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 Select
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    behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. 1 2 a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 114
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    mm (inch)] Auto Manual 7.0, 6.0 or 7.0 5.0 (1/4) (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 7.0, 6.0 or 7.0 to select the desired eyelet size. Start sewing. e X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Use the eyelet
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    the Presser Foot" (page 42). X The fabric is fed toward the back of the machine, as usual. After you have sewn to the corner, stop the e sewing machine, and then select stitch 68 . Start sewing. f Select stitch 1 . c • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). X The fabric is fed
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    to the corner, stop the k sewing machine, and then select stitch 1 again. After sewing 3 to 5 stitches at the beginning of l the stitching, stop the sewing machine. Memo z The feeding direction of the fabric differs depending on the stitch that is selected. Be sure to guide the fabric while it is
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    Name Pattern Application 32 Fagoting stitch 33 Sewing two pieces of fabric together across an open seam Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 5.0 0.0-7.0 (3/16) (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 2.5 1.0-4.0 (3/32) (1/16-3/16) 5.0 2.5-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 (3/16) (3/25
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    stitching Fagoting Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 6.0 1.5-7.0 1.6 1.0-4.0 (15/64) inch). e • For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 56). Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned f along the center of the two
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    (page 42). Select stitch 27 . b • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure c not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the
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    Select stitch 31 , 32 or 33 . e Shell tuck stitching • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Stitch between the straight stitches. f 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
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    zigzag foot "J". a J Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks e down to one side. • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). Sew together the right sides of the two pieces b of fabric, and then open up the seam allowances. 2 1 1 3 a Wrong side of fabric b 7 mm (1/4 inch
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    on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 40). • 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 "Threading the needle
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    (Example 1) Press on the LCD. e X The pattern displayed at the top of the screen is mirrored. Pull out several threads from the fabric. a Sew along the other edge of the frayed section f so that it looks like the previous stitching. N Attach monogramming foot "N". b Press , and set the
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    inch) Attach monogramming foot "N". b • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). Select stitch 42 . c • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49). Sew along the center of the unfrayed section. d N 3 Decorative Stitching 125
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    needle. When sewing thick fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. In addition, #50 to #60 thread should be used. ■ Trial sewing Depending on achieved. Be sure to sew a trial piece of fabric before sewing your project. In addition, while sewing, be sure to guide the fabric with your hands
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    be specified. CAUTION ● If the stitching density is too compacted, depending on the needle, the stitches may be bunched together, causing the needle to break. Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns 127
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    UTILITY STITCHES Changing the length for satin stitches Press . c The length for one satin stitch can be changed in five gradations. Press (Utility stitch key) on the operation a panel, and select (Satin stitch). X It turns to and the pattern is longer. Select a satin stitch pattern. b
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    operation a panel, and select (Satin stitch). 3 X The next pattern selected is moved half a width to the right. Select a satin stitch pattern. b Select the same pattern. d Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns 129
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    UTILITY STITCHES Press . e Combining patterns You can sew with combinations of stitches from character stitches, decorative patterns" (page 131). ■ Examples of step patterns • When the sewing is started, the selected pattern is sewn repeatedly until the sewing machine is stopped. 130
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    Memo z Up to 70 patterns can be combined. z If multiple patterns have been combined, the sewing machine stops once all the selected patterns displayed in the LCD have been sewn. To repeatedly sew the combined pattern, refer to "Repeating patterns". z The combined pattern can be saved for later use
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    UTILITY STITCHES ■ Mirroring a pattern image After a single pattern has been selected, press a to mirror the pattern image horizontally. ■ Checking the pattern When the specified pattern is not displayed on the screen, check the pattern using the following steps. Press . a X The screen for
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    X "Saving..." appears while the pattern is being saved. After the pattern is saved, the initial screen appears again. • Do not turn off the sewing machine while the pattern is being saved, otherwise the pattern data may be lost. X The selected pocket is shown in reverse highlighting, and the saved
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    the pattern Press . a The pattern may not be sewn correctly, depending on the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing speed. If this occurs, adjust the pattern while sewing on a piece of scrap fabric that is the same as that used for your project. Attach monogramming foot "N". a Select the
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    . d Press f (Settings key) on the operation panel. X The pattern for making the adjustment is sewn. X The sewing machine stops after it has finished sewing the pattern. Check the sewn pattern. e If the part of the pattern indicated in the illustration is sewn uniformly, the pattern is correctly
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    to decrease the horizontal space in the design. Press h (Back key). X It returns to the screen for adjusting the pattern. Select once again, start the sewing i machine and check the stitching. Continue adjusting the pattern until it is sewn correctly. 136
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    Custom Stitch) With the My Custom Stitch function, you can sew stitch patterns that you design yourself. Drawing a sketch of the line and with the start point and the end point of the design at the same height. Determine the sewing order. d 98 10 11 13 12 01 14 6 5 4 7 3 2 15 16 17 For
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    of the second point, e and then press . Follow the pattern drawn on the grid sheet and program the pattern into the sewing machine. Attach monogramming foot "N". a Repeat steps d through e to specify each f point. • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 42). Press
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    Specify the various stitching settings, such as h reverse/reinforcement stitching, in the same way as with other stitches. • To revise the pattern, press . Memo z The pattern you entered can be saved for later use. For details, refer to "Saving patterns" (page 133). 3 Designing a Pattern
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    UTILITY STITCHES Examples of designs Enter each of the points indicated in the table to sew the sample stitch. Point Point 1 0 0 21 38 13 2 12 0 22 35 14 3 18 3 23 32 13 4 22 6 24 30 10 5 23 10 25 32 6 6 21
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    LCD (liquid crystal display) operation 158 Selecting characters 160 Selecting an embroidery pattern ..161 Selecting a frame pattern 162 Using an embroidery card (sold separately 163 Embroidering 164 Sewing attractive finishes 164 Embroidering a pattern 165 Appliquéing 167 Editing Patterns
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    hang off the table where the sewing machine is placed. If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off, the embroidery unit movement may be impaired, this could cause the pattern to sew incorrectly. ■ Stabilizer material Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor
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    as denim, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. z When replacing the needle be absolutely sure not to use them for embroidery. The needle may break or bend. 4 ■ Other Embroidery frames "small" and "medium" are optional
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    case (pink marking). For details on replacing the bobbin case, refer to "Cleaning the race" (page 180). ↓ 5 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details on setting up the bobbin thread, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 23
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    ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if ("Start/Stop" button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 1 Raise the presser foot lever. c 2 a Embroidery foot bar b Caught by the presser foot holder screw CAUTION
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    in the lever with your finger, fit g the embroidery foot bar over the needle clamp screw to attach the embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. 1 2 needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. ● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to make sure that
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    to raise the needle. 1 a "Needle Position" button Turn off the sewing machine. b Raise the presser foot lever. 4 c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised. While pressing in the lever at the back of the d embroidery foot with your finger, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and
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    This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit. Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the embroidery unit will be explained below. CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause
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    and stops. CAUTION ● Do not put your hands or other objects near the carriage. It may cause injury. X The embroidery unit is attached. Turn on the sewing machine. e Note z If the machine is initialized with hands or objects near the carriage, the screen may return to the initial display. After
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    unit Make sure that the sewing machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Remove the embroidery frame. a • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 156). Press , and then press . b Hold the release button on the
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    with stretch fabrics, thin fabrics, fabrics with a loose weave and fabrics where stitches easily contract. CAUTION ● Always use stabilizer material when sewing embroidery projects. The needle may break or bend if you embroider without using a stabilizer material for thin fabrics or stretch fabrics
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    cm (7 inches) and a width of up to 13 cm (5 inches). This is used to embroider multiple patterns without changing the fabric position in the frame. ■ Embroidery frame (medium)[option] Patterns with a height of up to 10 cm (4 inches) and a width of up to 10 cm (4 inches) can be sewn. CAUTION ● Use
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    the adjustment screw. Memo z This precautionary step will help reduce pattern distortion while embroidering. ■ Using embroidery sheets If the embroidery sheet attached to the embroidery frame is used, the embroidery can be sewn in exactly the right position on the fabric. 4 Press the inner frame
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    or thin pieces like ribbon are being embroidered, use stabilizer material as a base to stretch on the frame. We recommend stabilizer material for all embroidery. 1 2 3 Place the inner frame with the fabric on the d outer frame and stretch the fabric. • For details, refer to page 152. Remove the
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    presser c foot while raising the presser foot lever even further. 2 a Mounting brackets b Pins 3 CAUTION ● Do not hit the needle with your finger or the embroidery frame. It may cause injury or needle breakage. While lightly holding the lever on the frame d holder to the left, align the two pins
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    foot lever even further. Make sure that the sewing machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Raise the presser foot lever. a a a Presser foot lever While pushing the lever of the embroidery b frame holder to the left, lift the embroidery frame up to remove it. Remove the
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    saved in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are machine's memory g Patterns retrieved from the computer ■ Embroidery patterns (Embroidery patterns/ Additional embroidery patterns) There are total 136 patterns. The patterns are completed by changing the upper thread according to the instructions
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    crystal display) operation The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the operation keys on the operation panel. The use of the keys for embroidery will be explained below. ■ Operation keys Press Returns to the previous screen. When there are patterns that are not displayed on the screen
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    stitch (if pressed continuously, 9 stitches to 20 stitches) at a time and changes the position for starting the embroidery. This is used when a specific color is not sewn or when restarting the sewing machine after power has been turned off in the middle of the operation. Press this key to change
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    . Memo z When "The pattern is too large for the embroidery frame." is displayed, no more characters can be input. z Characters of different styles (sans serif, serif, and outline, etc.) cannot be combined. Select the character
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    pattern There are total of 136 embroidery patterns, such as fruits and animals, saved in the machine's memory. 70 Embroidery patterns 66 Embroidery patterns Memo z Refer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table" in the Quick reference guide for samples of completed patterns and the thread
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    EMBROIDERY Selecting a frame pattern 10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be combined with 12 stitch types. Select the stitch. c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) (Next page key), and select from the 12 stitches. Memo z Refer to "Frame patterns" in the Quick reference guide
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    you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow. Note z Always turn off the sewing machine to insert Turn on the sewing machine. c and remove embroidery cards. z Insert the embroidery card into the embroidery card slot, facing it in the right direction. z Do not put anything other than an
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    out correctly. Bobbin case Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) is in the machine for sewing and embroidery. The bobbin case originally installed in the machine has a green screw. a 1 Marking Green/Pink Alternate bobbin case (pink marking on the screw) is set with tighter tension
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    embroidery thread of the color shown a on the screen. c a b d e a Embroidery d Current color part e Next color part Set the embroidery thread, and thread the b needle. 4 • Refer to lower the presser foot. Pass the thread through the embroidery foot c hole, and hold it lightly in your left
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    has been completed. When automatic thread cutting is set, the thread is cut. Set up embroidery thread for the next color, i and repeat steps a through h. Cut the excess thread. j X When the last color is sewn, "Finished sewing." will appear on the display. Press , and the display will return to the
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    the appliqué piece fabric, and stretch it on the embroidery frame. Set up the thread for appliquéing. f Lower the presser foot lever, and press g ("Start/Stop" button). X The position for the appliqué is stitched, and the sewing machine stops. 4 Lower the presser foot lever, and press c ("Start
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    EMBROIDERY Lower the presser foot lever, and press i ("Start/Stop" button). Note z When "APPLIQUE MATERIAL", "APPLIQUE POSITION" and "APPLIQUE" are displayed, a specific color thread does not appear. Use a proper color thread to match the appliqué piece. Follow the instructions on the screen, and j
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    the layout Check and adjust the layout. c a bc d e f The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. You can check the layout before starting embroidery and change the position and the size. Memo z Keys that appear surrounded with a dotted line cannot be used. After
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    EMBROIDERY Memo z If you make a note of the values in the lower part of screen when you change the size and position, you can sew with the same size and layout even if you have to turn the power back on in the middle of your work. Starting point key
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    Press (Back key) to return to the d original screen. Adjusting the thread tension If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread and the fabric may be damaged. Before embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check the
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    EMBROIDERY Resewing When the wrong upper thread color has been sewn, it can be resewn with the correct color. Press ("Start/Stop" button) to stop the a sewing machine. Press . b Thread runs out partway through a design When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while sewing, the sewing
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    count is not displayed, press (Settings key), and then use to display the following screen. Turn off the sewing machine. e • Always detach the embroidery unit when you move the sewing machine. Turn on the sewing machine and select the f pattern. Press . g Press (Back key) to return to the
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    EMBROIDERY Press . h Press (Forward one color) to move to i the beginning of the color you want to embroider. Press (Forward one stitch it moves forward 1 -> 9 -> 30 stitches. Move forward to about 10 stitches before the total number of stitches confirmed in b. Restart the embroidery. k 174
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    Data that can be Used • Only .pes and .dst embroidery data files can be used with this machine. Using data other than that saved using our data design systems or sewing machines may cause the embroidery machine to malfunction. ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications
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    patterns and the alphabet characters you have customized can be saved in the sewing machine's memory. Since the saved patterns will not be erased when the power is turned off, you can always retrieve them for embroidery. This is convenient for saving names and the like. You can save up to 12
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    embroidery patterns from the computer Copy the pattern data to "Removable Disk". c Plug the USB cable connectors into the a corresponding USB port connectors on the computer and on the machine. a b X Pattern data in "Removable Disk" is written to the machine z While the machine is sewing, do not
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    highlighting. Press . f X The saved pattern is retrieved. X The embroidery screen appears, and you can embroider the retrieved pattern. Note z saved in the machine's memory, their data is lost when the machine is turned off. In order to retrieving patterns directly from the machine the next time
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    procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance 180 Cleaning the machine surface 180 Cleaning the race 180 Troubleshooting ...182 Error messages 187 Adjusting the LCD 190 Operation beep 190 Canceling the operation beep 191 Upgrading Your Machine's Software 192 Index ...193
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    from the power supply b jack on the right side of the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. Remove the flat bed attachment or the c embroidery unit if either is attached. a b a Cleaning brush b Race • Do not
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    a a Needle plate cover 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: XC3153-151 (green marking), XC8167-251(pink marking)), contact your nearest authorized
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    correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom Probable Cause Remedy The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. The sewing machine does not operate. The "Start
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    has come out of the needle bar thread guide). Correct the upper threading. page 29 There the nearest authorized service center. - A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not sewing speed controller to the right (so that the speed will be fast). page 25 page 26 Troubleshooting 183
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    work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper needle. If thin fabrics are being sewn, the Shorten the stitch length or sew with stitch is too long. stabilizer material under the fabric. The thread tension
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    high-pitched noise is made while sewing. The upper thread was not service center. page 29 - A bobbin designed specifically for this machine this machine. page wish to sew. you wish to sew. page 68 seen from the rear of machine). page 108 The stitch you wish to sew. you wish to sew. page 68
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    that the material coming out embroidery frame is causing of the embroidery frame does not - problems. cause problems, rotate the pattern and the embroidery unit movement will be impaired. Support the fabric while embroidering. - The fabric is catching. It is pinched. Stop the sewing machine
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    Stitch" button was pressed at a screen other than the sewing screen. The "Start/Stop" button was pressed without connecting points with the My Custom Stitch function. The machine is deleting a previously saved pattern while in embroidery edit mode. The "Start/Stop" button Troubleshooting 187
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    pattern settings, and then tried to save them by pressing the manual memory key. You tried to select an embroidery pattern or change the layout when the needle was down. The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the embroidery unit is attached. This message is displayed when the
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    etc., so the sewing machine stops (refer to page 182). You tried a function that cannot be used when the embroidery unit is attached. A embroidery key, or the memory key is pressed in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached. The bobbin winder is winding the bobbin. Troubleshooting
  • Brother International Innov-ís 1200 | Users Manual - English - Page 192
    the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. In such a case, perform the following operation. Turn off the sewing machine. a Turn on the sewing machine while pressing b anywhere on the screen. Operation beep Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If an incorrect operation
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    the sewing machine. a X The initial screen appears again. X The LCD comes on. Press b panel. (Settings key) on the operation 5 X The settings screen appears. Press c (Next page key) three times. Press OFF for the buzzer. d X The screen for changing the beep setting appears. Troubleshooting
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    Your Machine's Software You can use a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. Visit our website at www.brother.com for notification of available updates. Note z There are two upgrade files. Be sure to download both files successively. Memo z When the machine's software is
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    pretension disk .. 11, 25 embroidery frame removal 156 embroidery key 14 button guide plate 89 embroidery pattern selection 157 button sewing 92 embroidery pattern types 157 buttonhole lever 12 , embroidery sets 9 10 buttonhole sewing 88 embroidery sheets 153 buttonhole stitching
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    M machine surface cleaning 180 , main power switch 12 17 maintenance 180 manual needle 158 , operation panel 11 14 operation problems 182 operations 21 optional accessories 10 , overcasting embroidery 165 pattern realignment 134 pattern repetition 131 pattern retrieving 133 pattern sewing
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    5 scallop stitch 118 troubleshooting 182 scallop stitching 120 turning machine on/off 17 scissors 9 , twin needle 9 34 screwdriver 9 twin needle sewing 34 seam allowance, even 64 , seam ripper 9 90 securing stitching 53 U selecting embroidery patterns 157 selecting stitches
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Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Operation Manual
CPS5XV[Y
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
EMBROIDERY
APPENDIX