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- Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Operation Manual Computerized Sewing Machine - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. When transporting the sewing machine - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children. • The plastic bag that this sewing machine was supplied in should be - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
occurs or adjustment is required, 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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not intended to be used by young children, and assistance may be required if used by a person with a disability. 4 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
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Contents Important Safety Instructions 1 Contents ...6 Introduction ...8 Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 8 Machine ...8 Needle and presser foot section ...9 Operation buttons ...9 Operation panel ...10 Flat bed attachment ...10 Accessories ...11 Included accessories ...11 Optional - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
optional) ...83 4. APPENDIX ...87 Stitch settings ...87 Utility stitches ...87 Maintenance ...91 Cleaning the machine surface ...91 Cleaning the race ...91 Removing the needle plate ...92 Troubleshooting ...93 Error messages ...97 Operation beep ...98 Canceling the operation beep ...98 Index ...99 7 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
sewing machine, carefully read "Important Safety Instructions", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 15) Pass the thread under this thread guide and around - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
bar thread guide. l Presser foot lever Raise and lower this lever to raise and lower the presser foot. m Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. a Start - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. b Stitch length key (page 40) Use to adjust the length of the stitch. (Press the "-" side for a reverse/reinforcement stitch key (page 46) The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on this machine model NS40. ● The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your spool pin 20 Spool net 21 Foot controller 22 Operation manual 23 Quick reference guide 24 Accessory bag 25 Disc-shaped screwdriver 26 Soft cover - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
Others 1 Side cutter SA177 F054 (XC3879-002) 2 Quilting guide SA132 F016N (XC2215-002) 3 Wide table SA552 WT8 foot 9 Stitch guide foot "P" 10 1/4 inch quilting foot 11 1/4 inch quilting foot with guide Part Code Brother dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
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. - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
on. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
the thread onto the bobbin. 1 a Hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide b Pretention disk c Bobbin winder shaft d Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB(XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
to the right end of the spool pin. While holding the spool with your right hand, g and then pass the thread under the thread guide. Memo ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. cb a a Spool cap (small - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
the thread j that was passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your right hand to wind the Press (start/stop (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. Cut the thread, slide - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
thread. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Turn off the sewing machine (set it to " "). b Slide the latch on the right side of the bobbin c cover to the right, and then remove the bobbin cover. a b ● The - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
hold down the bobbin with your right e hand, and guide the thread through the slot, and then pull it toward the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew, finish threading the machine, and then pull up the thread according to the procedure in "Pulling up the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
machine, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not performed correctly, the thread may become tangled and the needle may bend or break. ● The needle threader can be used with sewing machine refer to "Manually threading the needle" (page 24). Turn on the sewing machine. a - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. 1 a Needle position button • If the needle is not at the correct height, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Check that the mark on the handwheel points up as shown in the illustration below. If the handwheel is not in this - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
spool with your right hand, g and then pass the thread under the thread guide. Memo ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a a Thread guide cover Thread the machine by guiding the thread i along the path indicated - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
the thread into the thread take-up lever j from the right to the left. a While lowering the needle threader lever, m hook the thread onto the guide. 1 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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
. ■ Manually threading the needle If the needle threader cannot be used, thread the needle as described below. Thread the machine to the needle bar thread a guide, as described in steps a through k of "Threading the upper thread", and then lower the presser foot lever. Turn off the sewing machine - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Install the twin needle. a • For details on way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded. 1 a Thread guide cover • For details, refer to step a through j of "Threading the upper thread" - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
42). X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other. Turn on the sewing machine. i X The LCD comes on. Select a stitch. j • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 40). • For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table above. If the combination of the fabric, thread - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
is even. Press (needle position button) once or a twice to raise the needle. a b a Flat side b Needle type marking a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. b a a Flat surface If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use a bent - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
clockwise. a b a Needle clamp screw b Screwdriver • Do not apply extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise damage to the machine may result. Install the twin needle in the same way. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
presser foot as described below. Press (needle position button) once or a twice to raise the needle. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. b a Presser foot lever Press the black button at the back of the d presser foot holder to remove the presser foot. a b CAUTION ● Before - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
" (page 40). Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the f presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the presser foot holder. a Presser foot lever b Presser foot holder c Notch d Pin a b Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
fabric are fed evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the 1 presser foot. This is useful when sewing fabrics that are hard to feed such as vinyl and leather and when a sewing fabrics that easily slip such as velvets or when quilting. Use the screwdriver to attach the walking foot - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ■ Removing the walking foot Press ( is available through your Brother dealer. a Needle position button X The needle is raised. Turn off the sewing machine. b 34 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Turn off the sewing machine. a While pressing (automatic reverse/ b reinforcement stitch key), turn on the sewing machine. When machine beeps twice, release the automatic - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
GETTING READY Changing the initial needle position Normally, the straight stitch (left needle position) 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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
easier. Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left. a X With the flat bed attachment removed, free-arm sewing is possible. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the b arm, and then sew from the top. Open up the legs at the bottom of the wide a table. Pull out the four - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
the wide table extends over the front section of the sewing machine bed. Install the flat bed attachment back in its f original position. 2 1 a Lower right corner b Sewing machine bed Note ● The optional wide table is available through your Brother dealer. Turn the screw at the bottom of each leg - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
is shown below. 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 14). ↓ 2 Select a stitch. Select a stitch appropriate for the application. For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 40). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
BASICS Selecting a stitch Select each stitch by using the pattern selection dial. Turn on the sewing machine. a Turn the pattern selection dial to select the b stitch to be sewn. Turn the • For details on making adjustments, refer to the next section, "Adjusting the stitch length and width" 40 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. a Stitch width key b Stitch width c Narrow d Wide Turn on the sewing machine. a The straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected. 2 Memo ● When the stitch length or stitch width is changed from the default - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching. Starting to sew Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the sewing machine. The sewing speed can be adjusted using either the sewing speed controller or the foot controller. Note Important: ● When the foot controller is - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
the foot controller plug into its jack on b the side of the sewing machine. a Start/stop button The machine starts sewing. 2 • If you continue pressing the (start/stop button) immediately after the sewing starts, the machine will sew at a slow speed. When the end of the stitching is reached - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
the foot controller. At this time, if (start/stop button) is held down, the machine sews at a low speed. a Start/stop button • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 42). X The machine starts sewing. CAUTION ● Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the foot controller, otherwise a fire - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
. Press (start/stop button), or press down on e the foot controller. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. After sewing to the end of the stitching, stop i the sewing machine. Press (start/stop button) or release foot controller. 1 3 1 2 5 4 6 2 a Beginning of stitching - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
lever. b Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement stitches The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches stitch" (page 40). Press (automatic reverse/reinforcement b stitch key). a a Presser foot lever Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, c and - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
bar tacks is selected where reinforcement stitches are b c c Upper thread d Bobbin thread 2 automatically sewn. X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are sewn, the sewing machine stops. d ■ Upper thread is too tight If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric, the upper - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
of stitching and the number of fabric layers sewn, perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project. Changing the sewing direction When stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot "J" is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. a Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
SEWING BASICS Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers, first pull up out about 10 to 15 cm (4-5 inches) of the e bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. • Leave the bobbin cover removed. Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. b a a Upper thread With the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
. The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". Observe the following precautions while stitching. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
on the machine. a With the pattern selection dial, b select , or . Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G" Turn on the machine. a With . a a Presser foot guide Slowly turn the handwheel toward you and e check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Baste or pin together the fabric pieces. a Turn on - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". Memo ● When stitch or is selected Press the "-" side of the to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fold the fabric along - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
needle slightly catches the fold of the hem, and then sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot guide. a R b c Memo If the needle is to "Adjusting the stitch length and width" (page 40). Remove the basting stitching. g a b a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
Foot Twin Needle Buttonholes can be sewn. Five stitches are available for sewing buttonholes. Stitch Name Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Horizontal button- A holes on thin and medium - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. a a Button guide plate b Presser foot scale c Pin d Marks - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
the buttonhole. a b a Marks on fabric b Finished stitching Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole b foot "A", and then insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole. Turn on the machine. c With the pattern selection dial, select a stitch. d Attach buttonhole foot "A". e • For - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
punch, place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Cut the threads, raise the presser foot lever, j and then remove the fabric. Raise the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
. a Stitch width key b Stitch width c Narrow d Wide Memo ● Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric. Lower the presser foot lever thread or cord of at least 12 weight. Turn on the sewing machine. b Select stitch or . c 60 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, 3 and then sew them in the same way. a a Drop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine. c Select stitch . d Attach button fitting foot "M". e Turn the handwheel toward - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
the thread by hand. This attaches the button securely. Place the button into button-sewing foot "M", a and then pull the shank lever toward you. X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. • If additional strength is needed to secure the button, perform the button - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
the range indicated below "Manual". 3 There are many methods for attaching zippers. Therefore, only the procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side zipper are described below. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. 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. i Inserting a side - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
Turn on the machine. a Attach zigzag foot "J" and sew straight b stitches up to the zipper opening. • With the right sides of the fabric facing each other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening. • For details on basic stitching, refer to "Basic Stitching" (page 53). Align the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
opening c Reverse stitching d Beginning of stitching e Basting stitching When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the n end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle down (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever. Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper, o and then - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 68
. The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". Observe the following precautions while stitching. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 69
UTILITY STITCHES With the pattern selection dial, c select stitch . Attach zigzag foot "J". d • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 31). Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while e stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 70
values below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 71
Place a pattern made of thick paper on the b back of the appliqué, and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron. • 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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 72
a fabric that you wish to piece together. Turn on the machine. b Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric sew using stitch . 1 Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 73
for free-motion quilting. Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that b the guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn. Note ● The optional quilting guide is available through your dealer. Turn off the sewing machine. a Remove the presser foot and the presser foot b holder. • For - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 74
cannot be sewn when the 3 feed dogs are lowered. or break. After sewing is finished, slide the feed dog i position switch to its original position a a Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) Turn on the machine. f With the pattern selection dial, g select stitch or . • - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 75
to any value within the range indicated below "Manual". CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Triple stretch stitching With each stitch, three overlapping - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 76
As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The b Length of bar tack c 5 mm (3/16 inch) Turn on the machine. b a a 2 mm (1/16 inch) Note ● When lowering the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 77
hold the end of the upper thread in h your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, cut the threads, i and For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch length and width" (page 40). 76 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 78
Presser Foot Twin Needle Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Fagoting, smockJ ing - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 79
soluble stabilizer b Basting stitching c 4 mm (3/16 inch) Turn on the machine. c Select stitch or . d Attach zigzag foot "J". e Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). f • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 40). Sew with the center of the presser foot g aligned along the center of - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 80
. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. Turn on the machine. a Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the b stitch length "Selecting a stitch" (page 40) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 47). Attach zigzag foot "J". 3 c Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 81
of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Turn on the machine. a Sew together the right sides of the two pieces b of fabric, and then open up 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 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 82
twice. Select stitch . c • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 40). With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew d along the right edge of the frayed section. N Turn the fabric around to sew the opposite 3 e side. Sew along the other edge of the frayed section f so that it - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 83
UTILITY STITCHES Select stitch . c • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 40). Sew along the center of the unfrayed section. d N 82 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 84
Manual". When using the side cutter, adjust the stitch width setting to a value within the range indicated in the table above. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot and presser foot holder, be sure to turn off the sewing machine is installed on the sewing machine, otherwise damage to the - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 85
the g side cutter is securely attached. Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, h and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. a a Guide plate Note ● If the fabric is not positioned correctly, the fabric will not be cut. CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 86
Lower the presser foot lever, and then start k sewing. X A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn. If stitch is sewn, the seam allowance will be about 5 mm (3/16 inch). 3 a a 5 mm (3/16 inch) - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 87
UTILITY STITCHES 86 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 88
attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Straight stitch Pattern Presser Foot (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Basic stitching, J sewing gathers or pintucks - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 89
stitch Application Overcasting on G thin or medium weight fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 3.5 (1/8) 2.5-5.0 (3/32-3/16) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Reinforcement G Overcasting - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 90
Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Patchwork -1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/64-3/16) (J) No Reinforcement Lace sewing, deco- N rative hemming, heirloom stitching, 3.5 (1/8) etc. 1.5-7.0 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 91
Foot Twin Needle Stitch Name Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch Decorative stitch Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Horizontal button- A holes on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 92
foot holder screw and d remove the presser foot holder, and then loosen the needle clamp screw and remove the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure that the sewing machine has been turned off, and then unplug the power cord Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, e and then slide it toward you to - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 93
, or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case, contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed, otherwise the needle may break. Note ● Align the two screw holes on the needle plate with the two holes on the machine - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 94
Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check for the following possible causes before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference The plug of the power cord is not inserted - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 95
incorrectly installed or the thread has come out of the needle bar thread guide). Correct the upper threading. page 20 There are knots or tangles your dealer or the nearest - authorized service center. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Bobbins from older models - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 96
, the stitch is too long or the fabric is not being fed correctly. Sew with stabilizer material under the fabric. page 49 The thread tension is incorrectly set machine is not used. Correct the upper threading. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 97
to sew is appropriate for the type of stitch that page 87 not used. you wish to sew. The stitch is too short. Lengthen the stitch length. page 40 The fabric does not feed. The combination of fabric, sewing lamp does not come The sewing lamp is damaged. on. Contact your dealer or - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 98
the twin needle. Cancel the twin needle setting, and then select a stitch. Memo ● If error message "F1" through "F9" appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. 97 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 99
an operation panel key is pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a While holding the "-" side of (stitch width key) pressed, turn on the sewing machine. b When a beep is heard, release the "-" side of the stitch width key. a "-" side - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 100
12 72 quilting guide 12 R race 91 replacing the needle 27 S safety instructions 1 scallop stitching 78 screwdriver 11 , seam ripper 11 59 selecting a stitch 40 sewing curves 48 sewing heavyweight fabric 48 sewing lightweight fabric 49 sewing machine needles 27 sewing speed controller 17 - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 101
smocking 79 spool cap 11 spool net 11 spool pin 20 stitch guide foot 12 stitch length 40 stitch settings 87 stitch width 40 straight stitch 53 stretch stitching 67 T thread guide 20 thread tension 47 thread tension dial 47 triple stretch stitching 74 , twin needle 11 25 U upper thread - Brother International Innov-ís 40 | Users Manual - English - Page 102
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
APPENDIX
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