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    Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V31/V32/V33 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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    Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the "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, store it where it can
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    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 the
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    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. 3
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    Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD ...18 Changing the machine settings ...19 Checking machine operating procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions ...22 Winding the bobbin ...22 Installing the bobbin ...27 Upper Threading ...31 About the spool of thread ...31
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    ...63 Saving stitch settings ...64 Useful Sewing Tips ...65 Trial sewing ...65 Changing the sewing direction ...65 Sewing curves ...65 Sewing thick fabrics ...65 Sewing hook-and-loop fastener ...66 Sewing thin fabrics...66 Sewing stretch fabrics ...67 Sewing an even seam allowance ...67 UTILITY
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    embroidery pattern ...137 Selecting a frame pattern...137 Using an embroidery card ...138 Embroidering...139 Embroidering a pattern ...139 Appliquéing ...141 Editing and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the machine surface ...152 Cleaning the race ...152 Troubleshooting ...154 Error messages ...159
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    is on, the machine is ready to sew. A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is warming up (page 12). h Easy-to-use needle threader You can thread the needle easily by one press of a lever (page 32). i Embroidery You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed
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    your dealer. Included accessories Note z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V32/V33.The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. z The securing screw on the side of the presser foot holder is available through your
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    W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) 26 Embroidery bobbin thread (white) 27 Accessory bag 28 Soft cover 29 Operation manual 30 Quick reference guide 13 Eyelet punch 135793-001 31 CD 14 Screwdriver 15 Touch pen 16 Spool cap (large) 17 Spool cap (medium) (on machine) XC4237-021 XE3069-001
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    below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass
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    The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. e Needle plate cover (page 152) Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and race. f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. g Feed dogs (page 88) The
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    " (page 51). The button changes color according to the machine's operation mode. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is ready to sew or is sewing. The machine can not sew. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right side. Memo z When the foot controller
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    Memory key Press to enter alphabet character embroidery or embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted, etc. into the sewing machine memory. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. h Settings key Press to set the needle
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    14
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    various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46
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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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    supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the Make sure that the machine is not sewing. a machine. Press the left side of the main power switch on b the right side of the machine to turn the Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a b house hold electrical outlet
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    on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the sewing machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached. The details are explained in "Selecting an embroidery
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    brightness Adjust the brightness of the LCD (page 163). Lighter Darker Product number NO.: The "NO." is the number for the embroidery and sewing machine. - Program version Version: Display the program version. - Memo z The item shown in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of
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    settings are complete, press d (Back key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. Memo z "NO" is the individual number for the sewing machine. z "VERSION" is the program version which is installed in the sewing machine. z Settings that are changed are saved even if the power is turned off. 20
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    to the item 1 selection screen. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD. Turn on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on
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    for this sewing machine. 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
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    sewing machine. a Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto e 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 Place the bobbin on the bobbin Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. Note z If the
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    used, the upper thread tension may become tighter. Before sewing, refer to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 59). a b a a Thread guide cover Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the i hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise under the pretension
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    /stop button) once to stop the machine. When the foot controller is plugged in, remove your foot from the foot controller. X The bobbin winding will stop. CAUTION ● When the bobbin winding stops or becomes slow, stop the machine. Otherwise, the sewing machine may be damaged. Winding/Installing the
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    . In such a case, wind off the thread according to the following procedure. Memo z If the bobbin winder shaft is set to the right side, the needle will not move. (Sewing is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or
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    guide Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and c then remove the bobbin from the shaft. Hold the thread end with your left hand, and d wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine
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    ) once or a twice to raise the needle, and then raise the presser foot lever. a Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case with f your right hand. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. b Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right. c a b • Be sure to insert the
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    bobbin into the bobbin case. b • Refer to steps c through f of "Installing the bobbin" (page 28). Pass the bobbin thread through the slot. c a a Tension-adjusting spring Reattach the bobbin corner X The bobbin threading is finished. You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. Next,
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    upward to pull e out the end of the bobbin thread. Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the f bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. Reattach the bobbin cover. g Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right
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    instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine cannot be used, refer to "Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)" (page 36).
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    machine. Press (Needle position button) once or c twice to raise the needle. a CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions is raised. Memo z If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. a Mark on handwheel Pick up the spool pin and
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    . If you do not hold the thread with your right hand, the thread will be loose and you cannot hang the thread on the thread guide spring correctly. It may cause incorrect thread tension. z Make sure that the presser foot lever is raised before passing the thread behind the thread
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    feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown. a b a a Notch of the thread guide b Thread guide disc Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side n of the machine. a a Thread cutter a Needle bar thread guide Lower the presser foot lever to lower the l presser foot. a a Presser foot lever
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    the thread will not pass through the eye of the needle. In such a case, start from m again. z If the needle is not raised, the CAUTION ● Do not touch a button. If a button is accidentally pressed, the machine starts sewing, and your finger may be pricked with the needle or the needle may break.
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    thread" (page 32). Manually thread the left needle with the upper c thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. CAUTION ● 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. 36
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    f bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. 1 a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". g For details on changing the
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    X The initial screen appears again, and appears. Note z When changing the sewing direction, press (Needle position button) to raise the needle from the fabric, and left down in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure
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    Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types The sewing machine needle should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle
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    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 sewing machine needle. CAUTION z The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in
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    and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" (page 40). Press (Needle position button or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. Place fabric or paper under the presser foot
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    GETTING READY While holding the needle with your left hand, g use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. Install the twin needle in the same way. CAUTION z Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver.
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    Replace the presser foot as described below. Memo z For details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 120). z Zigzag foot "J" is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to raise the needle
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    should be used appears in 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. b c a Presser foot holder b Notch c Pin
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    Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with the lower- 1 does not use the presser foot holder, such as the b left side of the presser bar. embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe quilting foot
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    attachment. a a a Flat bed attachment 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. a a Arm When you have finished free-arm sewing, c install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. 46
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    2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing...48 Setting the Stitch ...57 Useful Functions...61 Useful Sewing Tips 65
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    on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). ↓ 2 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 17). ↓ 3 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn
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    appropriate for the stitch. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break. Turn on the sewing machine. c X The straight stitch (left needle position) is shown selected on the screen. 2 Memo z When touching the screen with your finger is difficult, use the
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    SEWING BASICS 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. Turn on the machine. a While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel toward you
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    . d • For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 55). a a Sewing speed controller Press (Start/stop button) once. b Note z This machine will automatically stop when the bobbin becomes almost empty. When the machine stops, replace the bobbin thread, and then press (Start/stop button) to begin
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    slower speed, or slide the speed controller to the right to sew at a faster speed. Turn off the sewing machine. a Note z When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Insert the foot controller plug into
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    so that the needle stays up when Lower the needle into the fabric at the sewing is stopped, refer to "Changing the machine settings" (page 19). a beginning of the stitching, and then lower the presser foot lever. 2 CAUTION z Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the
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    . At this time, if (Start/stop button) is held down, the machine sews at a slow speed. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. After sewing to the end of the stitching, the i sewing machine stops. Release (Start/stop button) or foot controller. a 3 Press 1 Press 2 Press
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    you wish to finish the stitching, press a (Thread cutter button) once. 2 a b 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. a a Needle position button Raise the presser
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    ). z Stitch settings return to their defaults if they are changed, when the machine is turned off or a different stitch is selected before the stitch setting is width. For details, refer to "Adjusting stitch width using the sewing speed controller" (page 58). CAUTION z After adjusting the stitch
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    stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width. If the sewing machine is set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed controller, the stitch width can quickly and easily be adjusted. In this case, the sewing speed is adjusted with the foot controller. Connect the foot
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    together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the case, refer to "Installing the bobbin" (page 27) and rethread the bobbin thread. a b c e d a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric c Upper thread d Bobbin thread e The bobbin
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    BASICS Memo z When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is shown as below. If the thread is not shown as below, the thread is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly. For details, refer
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    reverse/ 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. Depending on the selected stitch, 2 reverse
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    is set for programmed thread-cutting and automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching. a Stop the machine and change the sewing direction. b Start the machine again. Automatically cutting the thread The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. This
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    left and right). has been selected, this operation is unnecessary. X After the reverse stitching or reinforcement Turn on the machine. a stitching has been done, the sewing machine stops, and the thread is cut. 2 X The LCD comes on. Select a stitch. b • For details on selecting a stitch, refer
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    SEWING BASICS Saving stitch settings This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch . 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 and is pressed, or if is pressed
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    along a curve while using a zigzag that will be used with your project. stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. 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
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    which is for sewing. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it sew the edge of the hookand-loop fastener at a slow speed. If the needle does not pass through the hook-andloop fastener, replace the needle with the needle for thick fabrics (page 39). a X Once the trouble
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    fabric is aligned with either the right edge of the presser foot or a marking on the needle plate. ■ Aligning the fabric with the presser foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the presser foot aligned with a fixed distance from the edge of the fabric. a Seam b Presser foot c Centimeters d Inches
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    SEWING BASICS 68
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    Setting Chart 70 Overcasting Stitches 74 Basic Stitching ...78 Blind Hem Stitching 80 Buttonhole Stitching 83 Zipper Insertion...90 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 95 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 97 Reinforcement Stitching 103 Eyelet Stitching...108 Decorative Stitching
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    Foot Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1 J Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 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 Left
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 00 3← - →3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/ 64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No Patchwork stitching, decorative J stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric, such as 5.0 (3/16)
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    mm (inch)] Auto 4.0 (3/16) Manual 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 3.0 (1/8) 2.0-4.0 (1/ 1.0 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No 39 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 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 Automatic reinforcement No 58 Darning stitch 59 60 Bar tack stitch 61 Button-sewing stitch 62 Eyelet stitch 63 A Darning mediumweight fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0
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    that fray easily Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 3.5 2.0 (1/8) (1/16) 2.5-5.0 (3/32 and the machine starts sewing. Attach overcasting foot "G". a G Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric c against the guide of the presser
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    sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual /stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach zigzag foot "J". a J Sew along the edge of the fabric with the
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    [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0 0.0-2.5 (0) (0-3/32) 3.5 (1/8) 3.5-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 5.0 (3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.5 0.2-5.0 (3/32) may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin c is aligned
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    upper thread under the 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 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49
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    Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual - - Presser Foot 1 Straight stitch Basic stitching and sewing gathers or injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Basting Attach zigzag foot "J". a • For details on replacing the presser
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    position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). a b When sewing is finished, cut the thread. f • For details, refer to )), 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
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    [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 00 3← - →3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) R CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Sew a blind hem according
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    h free-arm sewing possible. • For details on free-arm sewing, refer to "Freearm sewing" (page 46). Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the i arm the fabric with the edge of the folded j hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. R 1 b c a Wrong
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    . 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric Memo z For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 57). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and reverse the m fabric. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 82
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    10 stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes, one for sewing on buttons. Stitch Name Pattern Application 48 Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 49 Horizontal buttonholes
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    pressed and the machine starts sewing. 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 position a and length of the buttonhole. 1 2 5 6 3 4 A a Button guide plate
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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 (1inch) on the scale. 1 Position the fabric with the front end of the e buttonhole mark aligned with the
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    . b a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in g your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 86 a a Eyelet punch Note z When using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or some
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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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    two holes closest to you. Then, slide the button so that the needle goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. Turn the handwheel toward you g (counterclockwise) to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button
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    speed will be slow). X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. Note z Do not press (Thread cutter button). 3 Pull the upper thread at the end of the i stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the
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    (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 3.5 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5.0 (1/8) (0-1/4) (3/32) (1/64-3/16) I CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. There are many
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    foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). 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 78). Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the c edge of the fabric. 1 3 2 4 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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    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), and then raise the presser foot lever. Open the zipper and continue sewing. k CAUTION ● When using zipper foot "I", be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle
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    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), and then raise the presser foot lever. Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper, p and then continue
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    fabrics 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 1.5-4.0 (3/32) (1/16 button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". a J Sew the fabric without stretching it.
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    of the a fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric. 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 behind
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    quilting, satin stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0-7.0 3.5 (0-1/4) (1/8) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.4 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) Presser Foot 19 (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 97
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    Basting stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". d J • For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). 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
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    43). a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) ■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 22 . 1 a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo z To change the width of the seam allowance (needle position), refer to "Changing the needle position" (page 79
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    screw, and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver. a Walking foot Quilting guide 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. z The walking foot can only be used with straight or zigzag stitch
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    Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the a hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder. † Walking foot 3 † Presser foot holder Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that b the guide aligns with the
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    in any direction. When free-motion quilting, use the following instructions with the optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" (SA187, a Drop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch 3 or 24 . •
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    Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Triple stretch 4 stitch Reinforcing the if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve
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    UTILITY STITCHES Determine the desired length of the bar tack. 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 • Pass the upper
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    Gently hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the sewing machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, g and then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to
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    been torn can be darned. Darning is sewn as shown below. a a Reinforcement stitching 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).) a Select
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    . a a Do not reduce the gap. Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as e possible. X Once sewing is completed, the sewing machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, g and then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its
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    (inch)] Auto Manual 7.0, 6.0 or 7.0 5.0 (1/4) (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) Presser Foot N CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach monogramming
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    Sewing two pieces of fabric together across an open seam Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual stitching 2.5-7.0 (3/25-1/4) 0.5 0.1-1.0 (1/32) (1/64-3/16) 39 3.5 Lace sewing, decorative (1/8) hemming, heirloom stitching, 40 etc. 6.0 (15/64) 2.5
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    37 38 Decorative stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 6.0 (15/64) 1.5-7.0 1.6 1.0-4.0 5.0 if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting".
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    that looks like shells is called "scalloping". It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects. Attach monogramming foot "N". a After sewing is finished, remove the paper. g • For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43
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    . For details, refer to "When pulling up the bobbin thread may be necessary" (page 29). • For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch length" (page 59) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 59). Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8 c inch). 1 Stitch between the straight stitches
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    43). Select stitch 20 , and then increase the c thread tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 59). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the fabric. a a Needle drop point Decorative Stitching 113
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    . a • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). Sew together the right sides of the two pieces b of fabric, and then open up 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
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    with the wing needle, select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less. Start sewing. d Attach monogramming foot "N". b CAUTION ● When sewing with the wing needle, select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch
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    of the screen is mirrored. Pull out several threads from two sections of a the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm (3/16 inch). Sew along the other edge of the frayed section f so that it looks like the previous stitching. N Press , and set the horizontal mirror g image key
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    steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidering Neatly 118 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 120 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123 Preparing the Fabric 126 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 130 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 132 Embroidering...139 Editing and Saving Patterns 143
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    does not 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. For the bobbin thread, use the embroidery bobbin thread. For details, refer to "Optional
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    "Replacing the needle" (page 41). ↓ Attach the embroidery unit. 3 Embroidery unit attachment For details on attaching the embroidery unit, refer to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 123). ↓ 4 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For
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    Foot This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot "Q". Attaching the embroidery foot Attach the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready. Turn off the sewing machine. b a b a Embroidery foot bar b Caught by the presser foot
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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. c b a needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. ● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to make sure
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    attaching the presser foot holder" (page 45). CAUTION z Before removing the embroidery foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, injuries may occur if a button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Raise the presser foot lever. c a a Presser foot lever X The presser
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    Unit This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit. Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep your hands and other objects away
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    insert the connector into the connection port. z Do not push on the carriage when attaching the embroidery unit to the machine, otherwise damage to the embroidery unit may result. Turn on the sewing machine. d a Carriage CAUTION ● Do not put your hands or other objects near the carriage. It may
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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 131). Press , and then press . b Hold the release button on the
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    parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http:// www.brothermall.com] (in USA). a c b a Fabric b Size of embroidery frame c Stabilizer material a steam iron. CAUTION ● Always use stabilizer material when sewing embroidery projects. The needle may break or bend if you embroider without using
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    on b top of the outer frame. Have the right side of the cloth up. ■ Embroidery frame (small) [option] Patterns with a height of up to 2 cm (1 inch) fabric. Line up on the inner frame and on outer frame. ■ Embroidery frame (large) [option] Embroidery can be done in an area with a height of up to
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    (right side) d Stabilizer material e Ledge of outer frame • Press down firmly until the inner frame is securely pressed against the ledge of the outer frame. Embroidery sheet (large) [option] Make a mark with a chalk pen at the center of a the position for the pattern to be embroidered
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    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. a b c a b a Base line b Mark Place the inner frame with the fabric on the d outer frame and stretch the fabric. • For details, refer to page
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    attach the embroidery frame. Attaching the embroidery frame Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the a bobbin and set it into the bobbin case. • For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 22). Firmly insert the embroidery frame guide into e the embroidery carriage frame holder
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    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 Press (Needle position button) once or b twice to raise the needle. a Remove the embroidery frame. e CAUTION ● Do not touch a button
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    Copyright information The patterns saved in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only. instructions displayed on the screen. For details, refer to "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). b Character pattern There are 5 types of characters: upper case/lower case
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    to adjust language or change the thread color display or other settings. e Press to get help on embroidery unit attachment, embroidery frame attachment, etc. f Press this key to save embroidery patterns and the alphabet characters in the machine's memory. Selecting Embroidery Patterns 133
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    ) THREAD# is selected.) •EMBROIDERY (POLYESTER) THREAD# •COUNTRY (COTTON) THREAD# •MADEIRA POLY THREAD# •MADEIRA RAYON THREAD# •SULKY THREAD# •ROBISON-ANTON POLY THREAD# When a specific pattern is selected, press this key and then, press to switch the display. The sewing settings such as the
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    4 Press this key when you want to change the color, character by character in character embroidery. Since the sewing machine stops at the end of each character, the upper thread is changed as you sew. Press this key again to cancel multicolor. Memo z Keys that appear surrounded with a dotted line
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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 from different fonts (sans serif and serif, etc.) cannot be combined. Select the alphabet characters. a
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    in the machine's memory. 70 Embroidery patterns Memo z Refer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table" in the Quick reference guide for samples 12 stitch types. Memo z Refer to "Frame patterns" in the Quick reference guide for frame pattern shapes and stitches. Press . a 4 X The pattern
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    using (Previous page key) and (Next page key), and select from the 12 stitches. Insert the embroidery card in the embroidery b card slot on the right side of the sewing machine. Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow. X When a stitch is
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    change the setting in the setting screen. For details, refer to "LCD Pass the thread through the embroidery foot c hole, and hold it lightly in your left hand. (liquid crystal display) operation" (page let hands or objects hit the carriage while sewing. The pattern may misalign. Embroidering 139
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    Set up embroidery thread for the next color, i and repeat steps b through h. X When the last color is sewn, "Finished sewing." will embroidery frame may be hit by the presser foot and cause injury or needle breakage. After progressing 5-6 stitches, press f (Start/stop button) to stop the machine
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    the Lower the presser foot lever, and press g (Start/stop button). embroidery frame. 4 Lower the presser foot lever, and press c (Start/stop button). X The cut-out for the appliqué piece is sewn, and the sewing machine stops. a b a Cut-out line b Appliqué piece fabric X "APPLIQUE POSITION" will
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    for the appliqué is stitched, and the sewing machine stops. Memo 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 change thread
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    Size key/Layout key f Rotation key g Horizontal mirror image key 4 X The sewing screen is displayed. h Trial key i Starting point key j Distance from the center k Embroidery size Press . b Embroidery frame size The size of embroidery frame that can be used is displayed. When the smaller mark
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    patterns you have changed the size and position in the machine's memory. Refer to "Saving patterns" (page 150). ) x 10cm (4 inches), there may be a case that the pattern cannot be rotated. Horizontal mirror image patterns is possible only for a embroidery pattern or a frame pattern. Starting
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    embroidering. z The embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted can be saved in the sewing machine's memory. For details, refer to a b a Right side of fabric b Wrong side of fabric "Saving patterns" (page 150). Note z If the upper thread is not threaded correctly or the bobbin is not
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    the end of the thread longer than usual. Then reset the fabric in the embroidery frame, in a position where you can sew "DEF". Press c (Back key). a b a Embroidery start position b Embroidery end position Enter "DEF" and press . i Press . d Press . j Press . e Press k to turn it
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    Embroidery end position Lower the presser foot, and then press m (Start/Stop button) to embroider "DEF". 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 design. Editing and Saving Patterns 147
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    When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while sewing, the sewing machine stops. Move the needle back about 10 stitches and resume sewing. Memo z When the bobbin thread runs out, cut the threads and remove the embroidery frame before replacing the bobbin thread. Set up the upper or
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    Forward one color) to move to i the beginning of the color you want to embroider. Note z Always detach the embroidery unit when you move the sewing machine. Press (Forward one stitch) to increase j the needle count. If is pressed continuously, it moves forward 1 -> 9 ->30 stitches. 4 Turn
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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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    5 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance 152 Troubleshooting ...154 Index ...165
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    . a Unplug the power supply cord from the power b supply jack on the right side of the sewing machine. a a Needle plate cover X The needle plate cover is removed. Remove the bobbin case. f Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the
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    may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3152-221 (green marking)), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed, otherwise the needle may break. a 5 b c c b a Bobbin case b Projection c Spring Memo
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    ://solutions.brother.com]. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom Probable Cause Remedy The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. The start/stop button was not pressed. Press the start/stop button. The sewing machine does not
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    - burr on it. authorized service center. 5 The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. - A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only
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    bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine thin fabrics are being sewn, the Shorten the stitch length or sew with stitch is too coarse. stabilizer material under the fabric. The
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    made while sewing. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it. Correct the upper threading. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. page 32 - A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not
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    and the fabric is hanging off the table. If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off the table, the embroidery unit movement will be impaired. Support the fabric while embroidering. The fabric is catching. It is pinched. Stop the sewing machine and set the fabric up correctly. The carriage
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    at a LCD screen other than the sewing LCD screen. The start/stop button machine is deleting a previously saved pattern while in embroidery edit mode. The start/stop button was pressed while the foot controller was 7 connected. You tried to use the foot controller for embroidery. Troubleshooting
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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 15 the needle was down. The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the embroidery unit is attached. 16 You tried to initialize the
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    the frame. The upper thread has become tangled around the bobbin case, and the 24 needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine stops (refer to page 154). 25 You tried to use a function that cannot be used when the embroidery unit is attached. Troubleshooting 161
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    a pattern downloaded as one for a different machine. The start/stop button, the embroidery key, or the memory key is pressed in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached. 28 The embroidery key was pressed when the embroidery unit is not attached. 29 The bobbin winder is winding the
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    setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. Turn on the sewing machine. a 5 X The LCD comes on. Press b panel. (Setting key) in the operation Turn off the sewing machine, then turn it on d again. X The setting screen appears. Press c (Next page key) twice. Troubleshooting 163
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    APPENDIX Press OFF for the buzzer. d X The screen for changing the beep setting appears. Press e (Back key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. 164
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    131 basic sewing 48 embroidery key 13 basting stitch 78 embroidery pattern selection 132 beep 163 embroidery pattern types 132 blind hem stitch 80 embroidery sets 9 bobbin 22 embroidery sheet 128 bobbin case removal 152 embroidery threads 118 bobbin clip 9 bobbin cover 11
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    key 13 pulling up bobbin thread 29 Q quick reference guide 9 quilting 100 quilting guide 101 quilting stippling 97 quilting embroidery patterns 132 selecting stitches 49 selecting the needle 39 settings key 13 sewing basics 48 sewing direction change 65 sewing machine help key 13 sewing
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    59, 145 threading 31 threading bobbin 22 5 threading needle 31 threading needle manually 36 tips 65 touch panel 13 trial sewing 65 triple stretch stitch 78, 95, 103 troubleshooting 154 turning machine on/off 16 twin needle 9 twin needle sewing 36 U upper thread 31 upper
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