Brother International Innov-is XJ2 Operation Manual - Page 65

[Needle Position - Stitch Placement] is [OFF] USEFUL FUNCTIONS c Insert the multi-purpose screwdriver tilt the multi-purpose screwdriver to into the hole, and the left and then to the back, as shown in the illustration. Using the Straight Stitch Needle Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot The straight stitch needle plate and the straight stitch foot can only be used for straight stitches (middle needle position stitches). Use the straight stitch needle plate and the straight stitch foot when sewing thin fabrics or when sewing small pieces which tend to sink into the hole of the regular needle plate during sewing. The straight stitch foot is perfect to reduce puckering on lightweight fabrics. The small opening on the foot provides support for the fabric as the needle travels through the fabric. 2 SEWING BASICS d Slide out the to remove it. regular needle plate with your right hand 1 2.25 mm (1/8 inch) 2 4.25 mm (3/16 inch) 3 6.25 mm (1/4 inch) 4 8.5 mm (5/16 inch) e Insert the tabs the notches in on the straight the machine. stitch needle plate into CAUTION • Always use the straight stitch foot in combination with the straight stitch needle plate. Otherwise, the needle may break and cause injury. a Press (Needle position button) to raise the needle, raise the presser foot and turn the main power to OFF. And then unplug the machine. b Remove the page 45) needle and the presser foot. (page 42, b a 1 Tabs 2 Notches f Press down on the right side needle plate to secure it. of the straight stitch 63