Brother International Innov-is 40 Operation Manual

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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Operation Manual Computerized Sewing Machine
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    Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are
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    or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the • Do not use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies,
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    dealer. • In the event a malfunction 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
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    children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
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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 ...
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    ) ...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
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    Instructions", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual upper thread. d Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 15) Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the pretension disc when
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    and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. j Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams. k Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. l Presser foot lever Raise and lower this lever to raise and lower the presser foot
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    Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. Flat bed attachment The accessories are stored in the storage space in the flat bed attachment. Swing the lid of the flat bed attachment a toward
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    cap (large) 17 Spool cap (medium) 18 Spool cap (small) 19 Extra 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 Part Code U.S.A./ Canada Others X55468-021 130012-054 XE1372-001 130013-154 XE2241
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    /piping foot SA161 F036N (XC1970-002) No. Part Name 7 Non stick foot 8 Open toe foot 9 Stitch guide foot "P" 10 1/4 inch quilting foot 11 1/4 inch quilting foot with guide Part Code U.S.A./ Canada Others SA114 F007N (XC1949-002) SA147 F027N (XC1964-002) SA160 F035N (XC1969-002
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    1 GETTING READY 1 Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power
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    GETTING READY Turning on the machine Prepare the included power cord. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned a off (the main power switch is set to " "), and then plug the power cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. Insert the plug of the power cord into a b
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    Preparing for Upper and Lower Threading Winding the bobbin Wind 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.
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    moved 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
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    While using your left hand to hold the thread j that was passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your right hand to wind the Press (start/stop button) once. m X The bobbin starts spinning and the end of the thread clockwise around the
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    GETTING READY Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with 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
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    Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right e hand, and guide the thread through the slot, and then pull it toward you to cut it with the cutter. Reattach the bobbin cover. f Insert the tab in
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    on handwheel CAUTION ● When threading the machine, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not performed correctly, the thread may the twin needle. ● If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to "Manually threading the needle" (page 24). Turn on the sewing machine. a Raise
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    Press (needle position button) once or c twice to raise the needle. Fully insert the spool for the upper thread e onto the spool pin Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. 1 a Needle position button • If the needle is not
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    READY Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. f 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
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    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
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    cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. ■ 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
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    refer to steps a through j of "Threading the upper thread" (page 20). Manually thread the left needle with the c upper thread. Pass the thread through the eye 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
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    GETTING READY Attach zigzag foot "J". h • For details on changing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 31). CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Start sewing. l • For
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    observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle 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
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    GETTING READY Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics
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    Checking the needle Replacing the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous Replace the needle as described below. Use the since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. screwdriver and a correct needle, as described in "Checking the needle". 1 Before using the
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    GETTING READY Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove d the needle. Hold the needle with your left hand, and then turn the screwdriver counterclockwise with your right hand. While holding the needle with your left hand, f tighten the needle clamp screw. Turn the screwdriver clockwise. a b a
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    Replacing the Presser Foot Presser foot precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet. CAUTION ● Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or
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    GETTING READY Place the presser foot to be installed below the e holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the holder. Position the presser foot so the letter indicating the presser foot type (J, A, etc.) is positioned to be read. a Raise the presser foot lever to check
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    ■ Attaching the presser foot holder Using the optional walking Align the presser foot holder with the presser a bar. foot With the optional walking foot, both pieces of 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
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    GETTING READY Lower the presser foot lever, insert the presser c foot holder screw, and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver. Raise the presser foot lever. c a a a Presser foot holder screw CAUTION ● Be sure to securely tighten the screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may
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    Useful Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Changing the needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped.
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    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
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    Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces When sewing cylindrical or large pieces of fabric, remove the flat bed attachment. 1 Stitching cylindrical pieces Sewing large pieces of fabric Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs. The
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    GETTING READY Install the wide table. c Keeping the wide table level, fully slide it into place. The lower right corner section of 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
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    2 SEWING BASICS Starting to Sew Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. 2 CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the
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    SEWING 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 dial to the right to increase the number, or turn the dial to the left to decrease the number. a
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    Press "+" or "-" side of (stitch width c key) to adjust the stitch width. - + Positioning the fabric Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order 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
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    SEWING BASICS While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your right 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
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    Press b (start/stop button) once. Insert 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.
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    SEWING BASICS Once you are ready to start sewing, slowly e press down on the foot controller. Pressing down on the foot controller increases the sewing speed; releasing the pressure on the foot controller decreases the sewing speed. a b a Slower b Faster • Slowly press down on the foot controller
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    After sewing 3 to 5 stitches, press c (reverse/reinforcement stitch button). Keep (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) held down until you reach the beginning of the stitching. After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn, g release (reverse/reinforcement stitch button). X The machine stops sewing
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    SEWING BASICS Cutting the thread When you wish to finish the stitching and the a sewing machine is stopped, press (needle position button) once to raise the needle. a Needle position button X The needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever. b Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement
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    After reaching the end of the stitching, press e the reverse/reinforcement stitch button once. ■ Correct thread tension The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross near the center of the fabric. Only the upper thread should be visible from the right side of the fabric, and only the bobbin
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    SEWING BASICS Useful Sewing Tips Various ways to achieve better sewing results are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing. Trial sewing After a stitch is selected, the machine automatically sets the stitch width and length for the stitch that was selected. However, a trial piece of
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    ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the 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
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    SEWING BASICS Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. Pass the bobbin thread through the slot. a Do not cut the thread with the cutter. Pull out about 10 to 15 cm (4-5 inches) of the e bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the
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    values below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. 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
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    (page 31). Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric d against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a a Needle the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. a a Presser foot guide Slowly turn the handwheel toward you and e check that the needle does not
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    . The 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
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    The values below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. 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 stitch width key so that "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" appears in the LCD to move the
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    c b a Wrong side of fabric b Fold of hem c Presser foot guide Press the "-" side of the stitch width key to f adjust the stitch width 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 incorrectly positioned, the stitching results
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    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 weight fabrics Secured buttonA holes
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    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 on buttonhole foot b e 5 mm (3/16 inch) e c d A 57
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    (diameter + thickness of button) c 5 mm (3/16 inch) Example: For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. a b a 10 mm (3/8 inch) b 15 mm (9/16 inch) X The size of the buttonhole is set
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    Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as h possible. a Use the enclosed seam ripper to cut towards m the pin and open the buttonhole. a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. a b a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the
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    UTILITY STITCHES ■ Changing the stitch width Press the "+" or "-" side of the stitch width key to adjust the stitch width. -+ Attach buttonhole foot "A". d • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 31). Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the e gimp thread. a Stitch
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    Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be attached. Place the button into button fitting foot "M". g Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the b drop feed lever,
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    UTILITY STITCHES Start sewing. i Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). ■ Attaching a shank to a button To sew the button with a shank, attach the button with space between it and the fabric, and then wind the thread by hand. This attaches the button
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    below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. The setting can be adjusted to any value within 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
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    UTILITY STITCHES Align the seam with the center of the zipper, e and then baste the zipper in place. Topstitch around the zipper. h b a a c b c d a Wrong side of fabric b Basting stitching c Zipper With the pattern selection dial, f select stitch . Attach the presser foot holder to the
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    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
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the i extra 3 mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base of the zipper. Attach the presser foot holder to the other side l of the pin of zipper foot "I". If the presser foot holder was attached to the right side of the pin in step h, change
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    values below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. 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
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    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
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    The 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
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    UTILITY STITCHES Appliqué stitching Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam a allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/ 16 inch). Turn the handwheel toward you, and then g begin sewing around the edge of the appliqué, making sure that the needle drops just outside of the appliqué. a a Seam
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    , and 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 parallel stitches that are equally spaced. a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle
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    The optional quilting foot is needed 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
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    Hold the quilting foot in place with your right d hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the enclosed screwdriver in your left hand. Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and h then move the fabric to follow the pattern. Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and
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    The 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
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    e in the presser foot, and then pull it under the presser foot, as shown. Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance 3 between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) a With the
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    UTILITY STITCHES Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as g possible. a a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. a b a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in h your left hand, and then start sewing.
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    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 and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32
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    UTILITY STITCHES Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting". It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric a along their seams. Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by b
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    Smocking Stitch between the straight stitches. g The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called "smocking". It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. Turn on the machine. a Select the
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    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 "Manually threading the needle" (page 24). Insert the wing needle. a • Use a 130/
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    Attach monogramming foot "N". d CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle
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    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
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    The values below "Auto" are set when the pattern is selected. The setting can be adjusted to any value within the range indicated below "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
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    Position the fabric so that the right side of the cut is on top of the guide plate and the left side of the cut is underneath the presser foot. b a 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
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    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) Note ● The side cutter can cut as much as one layer of 13-oz. denim. ● After using the side
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    UTILITY STITCHES 86
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    Name Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Basic stitching, J sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes *1 (0-1/4) (3/32
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    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
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    Twin Needle Stitch Name Joining stitch Fagoting stitch Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Patchwork stitchJ ing and decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 Yes
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    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
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    Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth,
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    the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, 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. 92 Remove the tangled thread from the needle
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    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
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    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 Replace the needle plate. Contact your dealer or the nearest - authorized service center. The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched.
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    for this machine is not used. Correct the upper threading. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Bobbins from older models, which have a different thickness, will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine
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    case, clean the race. page 91 The sewing lamp does not come The sewing lamp is damaged. on. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. - 96
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    " 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
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    APPENDIX Operation beep Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed, a beep is sounded. ■ For a correct operation One beep is sounded. ■ If an incorrect operation is performed Two or four beeps are sounded. ■ If the machine locks up, for example, because the thread is tangled
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    12 O open toe foot 12 operation beep 98 operation buttons 9 operation manual 11 operation , panel 10 40, 97 optional accessories 12 , overcasting Q quick reference guide 11 , quilting foot 12 72 quilting guide 12 R race 91 replacing the needle 27 S safety instructions 1 scallop stitching
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    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 20 W walking foot 12 33, 71 , wide
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
APPENDIX