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    14 Screwdriver (large) 15 Screwdriver (small) 16 Spool cap (large) 17 Spool cap (medium)(2) 18 Spool cap (small) 19 Extra spool pin (horizontal) 20 Spool net 21 Foot controller 22 Operation manual 23 Quick reference guide 24 Hard case Part Code U.S.A. Others 135793-001 X55467-051 X55468-051
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    sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view 1 C B A 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 1 Thread guide plate / 2 Thread guide cover Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading the upper thread. 3 Spool pin Place the spool on the spool pin
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    needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. 5 Bobbin cover/shuttle Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the shuttle. 6 Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. 7 Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as
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    lights up in green, red or orange, depending on how the sewing machine is being operated. Green: When the machine is ready to start sewing or while it is sewing Red: When the machine is not ready to start sewing Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right for winding the
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    when the sewing machine is stopped. If the key is lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle lowered. If the key is not lit, the sewing machine will letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears to the right of the stitch number. APPENDIX INDEX Cover E
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    6. Adjustable zipper/piping foot Part code: SA161, XC1970-002 7. Non stick foot Part code: SA114, XC1949-002 8. Open toe foot Part code: SA147, XC1964-002 9. Stitch guide foot "P" Part code: SA160, XA8839-002 Memo ● To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the
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    Instructions" (page 6), 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 quickly be accessed for future reference. Sewing Machine Features 1 3 4 2 1 Easy upper threading Since the spool
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    E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 12 Bobbin
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    STITCHES 53 Selecting Stitching ...54 Selecting stitching ...54 Overcasting Stitches ...56 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G 56 Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J 57 Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter 58 Basic Stitching ...60 Basic
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX ...91 Stitch Settings ...92 Utility stitches ...92 Maintenance ...96 Cleaning the machine surface ...96 Cleaning the shuttle ...96 Troubleshooting ...98 Error messages ...101 Operation beep ...102 Removing the upper cover ...102 Index
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    changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. This sewing machine is not intended for
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this
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    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. For additional product information and updates, visit our
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    GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 12 Upper Threading ...18 Replacing the Needle 26 Replacing the Presser Foot 29 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 33 APPENDIX INDEX
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    section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions machine • After using the machine • When the power fails during use • When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms CAUTION ● Do not use extension
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    outlet. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. Unplug the power supply cord from the 4 power supply jack. X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off, all stitch settings are cancelled. ● If a power outage occurs while the
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    concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The enclosed bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older
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    spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 4 • Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small). Use the spool cap with a diameter that is slightly larger than the diameter of the spool. The medium-sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased
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    the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break. Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the 0 hook on the thread guide for bobbin winding, and then wind it counterclockwise between the discs. 1 1 GETTING READY SEWING
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    , otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. APPENDIX INDEX Winding/Installing the
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    break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, XA5539-151). Actual size 11.5 mm
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    . Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in "Upper Threading" (on the next page). Memo ● You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew, pull up the thread according to the procedure in "Pulling up the
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    threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. Threading the upper thread Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded is indicated by a solid
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    diameter of the spool. The medium-sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the 5 spool pin. 1 2 1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 1 Spool cap (large) 2 Spool cap (medium) 3 Spool • When using a spool of cross-wound
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break. ● Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small), allowing you to choose a spool
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY foot lever. 3 1 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is lowered. Lower the needle threader lever until it clicks. 4 1 2 3 1 Thread guide discs 2 Pass to the back. 3 Pass through the slit. Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side 2 of the machine
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    same thickness and quality. Be sure to use the twin needle, the extra spool pin and the spool cap. For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 92). GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Note ● If the needle is not raised, the needle
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    pin, and then secure it with the spool cap. The thread should unroll from the top front of the spool. 1 2 1 Spool cap 2 Spool • The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot
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    or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm spool. 1 2 3 4 1 Spool net 2 Spool 3 Spool cap 4 Spool pin APPENDIX INDEX CAUTION ● When changing the sewing direction, press (needle position button) to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot
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    ) twice to raise the needle. 1 Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the bobbin 5 thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. Reattach the bobbin cover. 6 Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. 2 1 1 Needle position
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    follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● 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
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    threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table on the previous page. If the combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct
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    otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the 5 rear of the machine, insert the the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Lower the presser foot lever.
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    needle to bend or break. ● Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine. Replacing the presser foot Replace the presser foot as described below. Press (needle position button) once or 1 twice
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    presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the presser foot holder. 1 1 Presser foot lever Turn the presser foot dial at the back of the 2 sewing machine. The scale on the dial indicates the range from 1 (weak) to 4 (strong). Turn the dial to the right (smaller number) to decrease the pressure. Turn
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    foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder. ■ Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot
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    raised. Turn off the sewing machine. 2 Attach the presser foot holder. 5 • For details, refer to "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 31). walking foot. For details on the stitches, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 92). Note ● The optional walking foot is available through your brother retailer
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    pieces of fabric easier. X With the flat bed attachment removed, freearm sewing is possible. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the 2 arm, and then sew from the top. Open up the legs at the bottom of the wide 1 table. Pull out the four legs until they snap into place. Pull the flat
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    of the legs to 4 adjust their height. CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine while the wide table is attached, otherwise damage or injuries may occur. When you are finished using the wide table, 5 remove it. While slightly lifting up the wide table, pull it off to the left. Install the flat bed
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing ...36 Adjusting the Thread Tension 44 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 45 Useful Functions ...47 Useful Sewing Tips 49 APPENDIX INDEX
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    STITCHES SEWING BASICS Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such
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    sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 11). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach
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    . Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Lower the presser foot lever. 5 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES The foot lever X The fabric is now positioned to be sewn. Memo ● To adjust the pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric, refer to "Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot
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    the machine from accidentally being started. Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on 2 the side of the sewing machine. 1 1 Foot controller jack Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX-200. APPENDIX INDEX Sewing 39
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    . Pressing down on the foot controller increases the sewing speed; releasing the pressure on the foot controller decreases the sewing speed. Slower Faster • Slowly press down on the foot controller. Pressing it down hard starts sewing too quickly. X The machine starts sewing. When the end of
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    beginning of the 4 stitching, release the reverse/reinforcement stitch button. X The machine stops sewing. Press (start/stop button), or press down 5 on the foot controller. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. When the end of the stitching is reached, 6 press (reverse
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    held pressed, the machine sews at a low speed. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. After sewing to the end of the stitching, the 9 sewing machine stops. Release the start/stop button or foot controller. 1 3 1 2 ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other
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    , cut the threads. When you wish to finish the stitching and the 1 sewing machine is stopped, press (needle position button) once to raise the needle. 1 1 Needle position button • The needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 1 1 Presser foot lever Pull the fabric to the left side of the
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread 3 4 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Bobbin thread 5 The upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric. Turn the
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The balance wheel toward you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Slide the stitch width adjustment slider up
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    appropriate for the selected stitch, press the stitch length adjustment button again. CAUTION ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking. 46 APPENDIX INDEX
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    key) in the operation panel to switch between the two settings. ■ For the lowered needle stop position (needle stop position key) is lit. • When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to the lowered needle stop position. ■ For the raised needle stop position (needle stop position key) is not lit
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    the fabric under the presser foot, and 3 then press (start/stop button) once. X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are sewn, the sewing machine stops. CONTENTS 1 1 Start/stop button X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are sewn, the machine starts sewing. After reaching the end of
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    direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the 1 sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up when the machine stopped sewing, press (needle position button) to lower the needle. Raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the 2 fabric. Turn the
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    the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot "J" is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. 1 1 Sewing direction When you encounter a seam that is too thick 1 to feed under the foot, raise the presser foot lever. Press the black button on the left side of the
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    stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. 1 1 Basting Sewing an even seam allowance To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the right of the presser foot, and the edge of the fabric is aligned with either the
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES SEWING BASICS 52 APPENDIX INDEX
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    chapter. Selecting Stitching 54 Overcasting Stitches 56 Basic Stitching...60 Blind Hem Stitching 61 Buttonhole Stitching 63 Zipper Insertion ...70 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 74 Applique, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 76 Reinforcement Stitching 82 Eyelet Stitching...84 Decorative
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    feet are stored in the accessory compartment. • For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 92). Attach the presser foot. 3 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Turn on the sewing machine. 4 X The stitch is selected
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES To adjust the stitch width, slide the stitch 2 width adjustment slider up or down. Press the stitch width adjustment button, and then
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    that fray easily (3/16) (3/32-3/16) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) Attach overcasting foot "G". 1 G Sew with the edge of the fabric against the 4 presser foot guide. 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select a stitch. 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J" Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Zigzag
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    foot lever, and then 2 manually thread the needle. • The needle threader cannot be used. If the needle threader is used with the side cutter, the sewing machine may be damaged. Raise the presser foot lever. 3 2 1 Connecting fork 2 Needle clamp screw Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin
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    Raise the presser foot lever to check that the 6 side cutter is securely attached. Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, 7 and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. 0 The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of
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    Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (left needle position) Basic stitching and sewing gathers or pintucks (left baseline/ reverse stitching) 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5.0 (0-1/4) (3/32) (1/64
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Blind hem stitch Blind hem stitching on mediumweight fabrics 0.0 (0) +3 - - 3 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) R Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics Sew a blind hem according to the following
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    of the hem against the 7 presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching. 8 1 2 1 2 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Memo ● For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease the pressure of the presser foot. For details, refer to
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    buttons can be sewn on. Five stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Horizontal buttonholes on thin 5.0 3.0-5.0 0.4 0.2-1.0 and mediumweight fabrics (3/16
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    BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 3 4 A 1 Button guide plate 2 Presser foot scale 3 Pin 4 Marks on buttonhole foot 5 5 mm (3/16 inch) Use chalk to mark on the fabric
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    of the upper thread in 7 your left hand, and then start sewing. A 2 1 Mark on fabric 2 Red marks on buttonhole foot X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 8 fabric, and then cut the threads. Buttonhole
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    button, and then slide the stitch length adjustment slider to adjust the stitch length. 1 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 Pin Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin a and open the buttonhole. 1 1 Seam ripper For keyhole buttonholes, use the eyelet punch to make a hole
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    fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of 1 buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it. Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the
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    that the needle goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. Start sewing. 9 • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at the end of the
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    fabric, and then wind the thread by hand. This attaches the button securely. Place the button into button-sewing foot "M", 1 and then pull the shank lever toward you. 1 1 Shank lever After sewing is finished, cut the upper thread 2 with plenty of excess, wind it around the thread between the button
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    Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (center needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing presser foot holder to the right pin 5 of zipper foot "I". 1 I 2 1 Basting stitching 2 Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening 70 1 Pin
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    of fabric 3 End of zipper opening The following procedure will describe how to stitch on the left side, as shown in the illustration. Attach zigzag foot "J" and sew straight 1 stitches up to the zipper opening. With the right sides of the fabric facing each other
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    . When you are about 5 cm (2 inch) from the 9 end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever, and then open the zipper and continue sewing. 1 Pin on the right side 2 Needle drop point • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser
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    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, d and then continue sewing. 1 1 Basting stitching Attach the presser foot holder to the other pin a of zipper foot "I". If the presser
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Stretch stitch
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    the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape
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    Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Zigzag stitch Attaching appliqués (center baseline/reverse
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    seam allowance. Turn the fabric over, and then baste or pin it 3 onto the fabric that it will be attached to. When sewing around corners, stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqué, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric as needed to change the
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    is called "piecing". The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance. Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot. Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the 1 fabric that you wish to piece together. Attach
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    one hand on each side of the presser 4 foot, and then evenly stretch the fabric while sewing. Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ● The optional walking foot is available through your brother retailer. APPENDIX INDEX Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt
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    hand. 1 Adjust the stem of the quilter so that the quilt 2 guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn. 2 3 APPENDIX Note ● The optional quilting guide is available through your brother retailer. 1 Pin on quilting foot 2 Presser foot holder screw 3 Needle clamp screw CAUTION ● Be
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    is positioned 2 at the left. Note ● The optional quilting foot is available through your brother retailer. 1 Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) 2 Back side X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a 5 stitch. • For details, refer to
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    inseams (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 2.5 1.5-4.0 (3/32) (1/16-3/16) J Bar tack stitch Start sewing. 3 • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 39). Determine the desired length of the bar tack. 1 Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot
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    , otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 7 fabric, and cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original 8 position. 1 1 Do not
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    or 3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual - - Presser Foot N Attach monogramming foot "N". 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Start sewing. 5 X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Use the eyelet punch
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    Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Smocking stitch Scallop stitch Decorative stitch
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    the two pieces of fabric, separated by 2 about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer. 3 Sew with the center of the presser foot 6 aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric. 1 2 1 Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer 2 Basting stitching 3 4 mm (3/16
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    texture and elasticity to fabric. Attach zigzag foot "J". 1 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch . 2 1 cm (3/8 inch) • It is not necessary to sew reverse/ reinforcement stitches. Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers. 4 Smooth the gathers by ironing
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    Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Attach zigzag foot "J". 1 J GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. 7 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser
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    • The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. Attach monogramming foot "N". 2 Start sewing. 4 CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less
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    ). With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew 4 along the right edge of the frayed section. Attach monogramming foot "N". 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). N Turn the fabric around to sew the opposite 5 side. Sew along the other edge of the frayed section 6 so
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 4 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings...92 Maintenance ...96 Troubleshooting ...98 Index ...103 APPENDIX INDEX
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    APPENDIX CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Center Left Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Joining stitch Fagoting stitch Decorative
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    APPENDIX CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitches Satin stitches N For
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    will suffer if dust collects in the shuttle; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. Turn off the sewing machine. 1 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning
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    turn the balance wheel toward you. Turning the balance wheel away from you may damage the machine. Remove the shuttle. 4 Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it out. 1 1 break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new shuttle (part code: XC3153-051), contact your nearest authorized service center. ●
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The sewing machine does not
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    . Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the
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    is scratched, or has a burr on it. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. The needle was not raised. The needle is incorrectly installed. The presser foot that is used is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew. The thread tension is incorrect. The thread is
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    authorized service center. Reference page 67, 81 page 46 page 92 page 30 page 96 - Error messages If the start/stop button is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an error message appears in the stitch indicator. Follow the instructions
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    automatically stops. Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and correct it before continuing to sew. Removing the upper cover If the upper cover of the sewing machine was removed, re-attach it as described in the following procedure. Hold the upper cover level. 1 Push the upper cover down
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    spool pin 23 eyelet 84 eyelet punch Cover A, 66, 84 F fagoting 86 features 2 feed dog position switch Cover C, 81 feed dogs Cover C, 80 foot controller Cover A, 39 foot controller jack Cover C free-arm sewing 33 free-motion quilting 80 front view Cover B H handle Cover C hard case
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    97 side cutter 1, 58 side view Cover C sleeves 82 smocking 87 spool cap Cover A, 13, 19 spool net Cover A, 24 spool pin Cover B, 13, 19 start/stop button Cover D, 39 starting sewing 39 stitch guide foot 1 stitch indicator Cover E stitch length 46 stitch length adjustment button Cover
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