Brother International PC-210 Users Manual - English

Brother International PC-210 Manual

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    Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX-200/PC-210. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: XA4813-051) ● The organized accessory 22 Operation manual 23 Quick reference guide 24 Hard case Part Code U.S.A.
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    Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and raise and lower the needle. (page Cover D) 0 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Needle and presser foot section 1 2 3 Right-side/rear view 1 2 3 4 4 8 76 5 1 Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 2 Thread guide discs Pass the
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    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 bobbin thread onto the bobbin 2 Reverse/reinforcement stitch
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    with the needle lowered. If the key is not lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle raised. 7 Stitch selection key / 8Stitch indicator Press the stitch selection key, and then select the number for the stitch that you wish to use. 50 stitches are available. For details, refer to "Selecting
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Enclosed Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 1. Side cutter Part code: SA177, XC3879-002 2. Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. Wide table Part code
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Introduction Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions" (page 6), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition
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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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    needle stop position ...47 Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 47 Useful Sewing Tips ...49 Trial sewing ...49 Changing the sewing direction ...49 Sewing curves ...49 Sewing thick fabrics ...50 Sewing thin fabrics ...51 Sewing stretch fabrics ...51 Sewing an even seam allowance ...51
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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- to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. Always replace the fuse cover, never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. WARNING DO NOT
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 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
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household
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    is turned on. Note ● When the sewing machine is turned off, all stitch settings are cancelled. ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to
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    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 models are used, the machine will not
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    UTILITY STITCHES Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto 6 the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. Lift open the upper cover. 2 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder
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    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 BASICS UTILITY STITCHES While holding the spool with your right hand, 8 pull the thread with your left hand, and
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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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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION ● Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your finger and unroll the bobbin thread correctly, otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Reattach the bobbin cover. 7 Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX CAUTION ● When 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
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    is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. Check that the mark on the balance wheel is facing up as shown
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS CAUTION ● If the shutter is open in order to thread the machine. 1 APPENDIX 1 Thread guide cover Pass the thread under the thread guide plate 9 from the right. 1 1 Thread guide plate 1 Shutter Pass the thread through the
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Threading the needle The needle threader can be 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. 1 1 Needle threader lever X The thread
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    " (page 18). Manually thread the left needle with the 3 upper thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. APPENDIX INDEX • 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
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    side was threaded. 1 1 Bobbin winder shaft Swing down the spool pin so that it is 5 horizontal. 1 Thread guide cover • For details, refer to twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". 9 • For details on changing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot
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    the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn 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. Start sewing. b • For details on starting to
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. 1 • Refer to steps 1 through 5 of "Installing the bobbin" (page 16). Pass the bobbin thread
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never
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    where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is is bent. Do not use a bent needle. 1 1 Flat surface APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the Needle 27
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    loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, 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 needle until it touches the needle stopper. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the
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    stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the 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
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 2 3 1 Presser foot holder 2 Notch 3 Pin Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the 6 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
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Removing the presser 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
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    foot Press (needle position button) once or 1 twice to raise the needle. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Needle position button X The needle is raised. Turn off the sewing machine. 2 Attach the presser foot holder. 5 • For details, refer to "Removing the presser foot holder
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    large pieces of fabric The optional wide table makes sewing large 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
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turn the screw at the bottom 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
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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
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the 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
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    that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Lower the presser foot lever. 5 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES The straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected. Press 2 (needle position button) once or twice to
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    to prevent 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/PC-210. Sewing 39
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    key does not change if the sewing machine is turned off. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to start or stop sewing. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Sewing speed controller • The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the foot
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    X The machine starts sewing. 1 Reverse/reinforcement stitch button X While the reverse/reinforcement stitch button is held pressed, reverse stitches are sewn. After sewing back to the beginning of the 4 stitching, release the reverse/reinforcement stitch button. X The machine stops sewing. Press
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    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 than
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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
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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 zigzag width (pattern width) and stitch length of utility stitches can be adjusted. Normally, when a stitch is selected, the appropriate width and length are automatically selected. For details on the
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    3 Straight stitch 4 Zigzag stitch • To automatically select the stitch length most 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
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    ) is not lit. Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement stitches The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that is selected. For
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    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 the stitching, press 4 (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) once. This step
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    and the number of layers of fabric sewn, perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project. Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the 1 sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES SEWING BASICS Sewing 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 the trouble spot has been passed, the foot will return to its normal position
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    a needle plate marking The markings on the needle plate show the distance from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch (left needle position). Sew while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with a marking in the needle plate. The distance between the markings in the upper scale
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES SEWING BASICS 52 APPENDIX INDEX
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 3 UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Selecting Stitching 54 Overcasting Stitches 56 Basic Stitching...60 Blind Hem Stitching 61 Buttonhole Stitching 63 Zipper Insertion ...70 Sewing Stretch
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    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. If
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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 slide the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width. 1 3 2 4 1 Stitch width adjustment
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    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 54). Position the fabric with the edge
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    GETTING 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
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    the ranges listed below. Stitch Name Pattern Application Overcasting stitch Sewing straight stitches while cutting the fabric Preventing 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
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    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 the side cutter. Select a stitch. 8 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the
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    BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (left needle
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser
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    of fabric 2 Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length" (page 45). Sew with the fold 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
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    be sewn and 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
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    foot to the back, as shown below. 1 1 GETTING READY SEWING 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
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    Gently hold the end 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
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    from being cut. 1 ■ Changing the density of the stitching Press the stitch length adjustment 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
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    . GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the 2 drop feed lever, located at the rear of the machine on the base, to (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). Attach buttonhole foot "A". 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser
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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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    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 and the fabric, and then tie it to the upper thread at the beginning of the stitching. Tie together the ends of the bobbin thread at the end and
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    Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (center needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and pintucks - - 2.5 0.2-5.0 (3/32) (1/64
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    the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Topstitch around the zipper. 7 1 3 2 4 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break
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    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 foot" (page 29). Select stitch . 7 • For details, refer
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    5 cm (2 inch) from the c 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, d and then continue sewing. 1 1 Basting stitching Attach the presser foot holder to the other pin a of
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    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 3-point zigzag stitch
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Select stitch . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while 4 stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind
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    é, Patchwork and 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
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    , 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 sewing direction. APPENDIX INDEX 1 1 Basting stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". 4 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot
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    1 fabric that you wish to piece together. Attach zigzag foot "J". 2 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch 3 or . • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned 4 with the edge of the fabric. ■ For
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    to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Place 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
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches 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.
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    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 "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Use both hands to
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    For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch . 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). 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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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Attach buttonhole foot "A". 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching size. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops Raise
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    - - 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 to cut a hole in the 6 center of the eyelet
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    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 Decorative stitch Sewing two pieces of fabric
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    3 4 mm (3/16 inch) Attach zigzag foot "J". 3 J After sewing is finished, remove the paper. 7 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch 4 or . • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). 5 • For details
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    Replacing the presser foot" (page 29). Select stitch . 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making 3 sure not to sew the stitches. 4 1 1 cm (3/8 inch) • It is not necessary to sew reverse/ reinforcement stitches. Pull the bobbin threads
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    . 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 foot" (page 29). Sew together the right sides of the two pieces 2 of fabric, and then
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    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, otherwise the
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    , 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 that it looks like the previous stitching. Select stitch . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 54). Sew along the center
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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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    Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch Overcasting stitch Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch Satin scallop stitch J Basic stitching, sewing gathers
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    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 stitch J Patchwork
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    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 Eyelet stitch Piecing
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    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 decoration
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX CONTENTS Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES wheel away from you may damage the machine. Remove the shuttle. 4 Grasp the the projection on the shuttle aligns with the spring. 1 2 2 1 1 Projection 2 sewing performance may suffer. For a new shuttle (part code: XC3153-051), contact your nearest authorized service
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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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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Symptom Replace the shuttle. 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
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    authorized service center. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. Press the needle position button to raise the needle. Correctly install the needle. Attach the presser foot that is appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew
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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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    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 to re-attach it to 2 the machine. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX
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    60 blind hem stitch 61 blind stitch foot Cover A bobbin Cover A, 16 bobbin cover Cover C, 16 bobbin thread 16 pulling up 25 bobbin winder Cover B, 13 bobbin winder seat 14 bobbin winder shaft spring 13 bobbin-winding 12 button fitting foot Cover A button sewing 67 buttonhole foot
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    Cover B, 14, 20 thread guide discs Cover C, 21 thread guide for bobbin winding Cover B, 14 thread guide plate Cover B, 14, 20 thread tension 44 thread tension dial Cover B, 44 thread that quickly unwinds 24 trial sewing 49 triple stretch stitch 82 troubleshooting 98 twin needle Cover A, 22
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