Brother International SQ9185 Operation Manual

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    Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V58/V59/V68/V69 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
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    Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are
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    to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children. • The plastic bag
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    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 knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
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    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment ...7 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 The main parts ...8 Needle and presser foot section ...9 Operation buttons ...9
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    ...91 Cleaning the race ...91 TROUBLESHOOTING ...94 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...94 Upper thread tightened up ...94 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ...95 Incorrect thread tension ...98 Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed 99 Error message "E6" appears in the LCD ...103
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the "M" XE2137-001 8 Seam ripper XZ5082-001 9 Bobbin (4) (One is on machine.) SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 10 Needle set XC8834-021 No. Part Name 11 Twin needle 12 Ball point needle
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    included with your machine. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1 No. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot Part Code Americas Others XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code Americas Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-052
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 17) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread. b Upper tension-control dial (page 43)
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    bar thread guide. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot. n Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations
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    , allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. The operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. Spool pin As shown, press down on the spool pin lever with your finger to raise the spool pin. a LCD (liquid crystal display) The
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    sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position. If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine from the spool pin, and then the hole on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown.
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Flip chart You can check the pattern numbers of the stitches using the flip chart on the machine. Hold the notch with your finger to flip the chart. For models equipped with a flip chart on the top panel 1 For models equipped with a flip
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    USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make
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    the main power c switch to "{". X The sewing light goes off when the machine is turned off. Note ● 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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    the "-" side of (stitch selection key). Hold down the "+" side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "+" side of (stitch selection key). X The initial needle position changes to the center needle position. Memo ● The
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    pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch width b adjustment key) and turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch width adjustment key). X The
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    the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 20. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to
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    SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. Memo ● When sewing then pass the thread under the thread guide. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool
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    , injuries may occur when the thread is wound around the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pre-tension disk. b Hook c Pre-tension disk d Pull it in as far as possible. Turn on the sewing machine. i While holding the end of the thread, gently j press
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    controller back to its p original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar
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    models equipped with the start/stop button). 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when
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    cover. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual
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    with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. case, it may cause incorrect thread tension 1 (page 43). Turn off the sewing machine. b Slide the button and open the cover. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (c). Replace the bobbin cover
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    b Mark on the handwheel ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or to "Needle types and their uses" (page 31). Turn on the sewing machine. a Raise the presser foot using the presser foot b lever.
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE As shown, press down on the spool pin lever d with your finger. X The spool pin swings up. Fully insert the spool for the upper thread f
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    the upper thread as shown in the j illustration below. ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave slack in the thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Thread take-up lever Memo ● If the needle
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    before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) a Needle bar thread guide Turn off the sewing machine. m CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the
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    of the thread passed through the g eye of the needle toward the rear of the machine. 1 X The end of the needle threader rotates toward you and the hook passes thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 29
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    SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of the machine quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or
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    these precautions is extremely dangerous. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in
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    and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Raise the needle by turning the handwheel or twice.) or 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat
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    . a Disc-shaped screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle
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    machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a through l of "Upper threading" (page 25). Manually thread the left needle with the c upper thread. Pass pin onto the end of the d bobbin winder shaft. a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c
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    (page 25). Without passing the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Turn on the sewing machine. i Note ● When using the twin needle, the
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    up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on, b turn it off. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a different presser foot below the holder e so that the
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    the screw using the disc-shaped screwdriver in your left hand. 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 disc-shaped screwdriver to
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    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 as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries
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    Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The c number of the selected stitch is displayed. Press
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    SEWING BASICS Adjusting the stitch length and width Press the "+" or "-" side of (stitch width c adjustment key) or break. ● 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. 40
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    ) of thread toward the rear of the machine. Lower the presser foot lever. e a Presser foot lever On models equipped with a sewing speed f controller, slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to adjust the sewing speed. Refer to "Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the
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    your foot off the foot controller, or press h (start/stop button) once (if the machine was started by pressing (start/stop button)) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). X The machine stops sewing. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel i toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark
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    your fabric. 1 Memo ● 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
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    a curve while using a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle was raised, lower the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you
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    the presser foot is not level, as shown below. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side of Use only the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener which is for sewing. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook
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    removed, free-arm sewing is possible. • When sewing cylindrical pieces, follow the next step. Note ● When you are finished with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the b arm, and then sew from the top. 46
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    Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Using zigzag foot Sew with the edge of the fabric. c Attach zigzag
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    turn the handwheel toward you d (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the e presser foot guide. 1 a Needle drop point CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Left J 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Basic stitching Baste or pin together the fabric pieces. a When sewing is finished, cut the
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    No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or . Stitch numbers "0", "-1",
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    2 f Basting Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the i arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Fold of hem c Guide Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the e fabric with the wrong side
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    of fabric b Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 39). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the m fabric right side up. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of
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    SEWING Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual the machine starts sewing. The
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    UTILITY STITCHES The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length.
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    the correct size. Note ● If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch. X Once sewing is completed, the 3 machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, i remove the fabric, and
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    and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole. 2 ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves
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    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. 3 a Feed dog position lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) Select a stitch . (With models not provided e with stitch , select stitch .) Adjust the stitch width so
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    sewing. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching. When you are finished attaching the button, k slide the feed dog position lever to (to the left as seen from the front of the machine
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    mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I 01 Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, /stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach zigzag foot "J". a Place the two pieces of fabric with
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    hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a different stitch, the needle will hit the presser foot and will not contact the presser foot, lower the presser foot and continue sewing. ● To sew with the zipper on the left side of the presser foot,
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    Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16 stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same 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. 62
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    used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Zigzag stitch foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 63
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    with the machine. If glue is attached to the needle or race, the machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch . c Sew along the stitching. CAUTION ● Be careful that the needle does not hit a pin during sewing, as the needle can break. You may also be injured. Patchwork (crazy
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    a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or to turn the handwheel toward the front of the machine to check that the needle does not strike the presser guide the fabric while sewing. Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium.
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    STITCHES ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced † Presser foot holder Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the quilting foot, or only attach the quilting foot after threading the
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    dog position lever, located at the d rear of the machine on the base, to (to positioned at . the right as seen from the front of the machine). a Feed dog position 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. 67
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    (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, J 02 sewing stretch fabrics and or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce
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    lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. a Do not reduce the gap. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, g remove the fabric, and cut
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    Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Shell tuck stitch Smocking stitch Satin scallop stitch J 19 Fagoting
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    15/64) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called
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    parallel stitching at intervals of 10 mm c (3/8 inch). 1 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers. d Smooth the gathers by ironing them. • For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot
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    tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 39). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the c Turn the fabric over so that the right side d faces up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with the seam. a Needle
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    medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. CAUTION ● 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. For details, refer to "Upper threading" (page
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    fabrics with a coarse weave, affix stabilizer material to Turn on the sewing machine. a the wrong side of the fabric or place a thin not be achieved. Be sure to sew a trial piece of fabric before sewing your project. In addition, while sewing, be sure to guide the fabric with your hands in order
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    ) to enter the selected character. a Stitch width adjustment key X The following display is shown on the LCD. ■ Combining characters You can easily sew names, messages, etc. by combining the character stitches. Up to 35 characters can be combined. [Example] Selecting stitches "COME" (No. 03)+(No
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    (page 78). Memo ● The combination of characters will be stored in memory even if you turn off the machine. ■ Making a new combination of characters after sewing Memo ● When you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. ■ Adding new
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    , refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 36). Start sewing. c X The stitch is sewn in the direction indicated by the arrow. Memo ● When sewing characters, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches for each character. ● While sewing, the LCD shows the pattern No. currently being sewn
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    (There is no space between characters.) C: Overstretched (The stitch "0" has a gap.) If the pattern you sewed does not look like A, use the following steps to adjust the stitches. † If the pattern is overstretched (The -9 and 9. ● The setting is saved in memory even if you turn off the machine. 79
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    characters "034" again. f Memo ● You can sew when you are in the stitch adjustment mode. If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, adjust the stitch again. Adjust the stitch until the
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    the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Straight Pattern Presser Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Left J 00 Center Triple stretch sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing
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    Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on medium decorative stitching Patchwork stitching, decorative J 16 stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as with
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    Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Decorative stitch Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch Piecing straight stitch Decorative hemming on thin, N 28 medium weight and
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    quilting, freemotion J 46 quilting, satin stitching, button sewing J 47 Attaching appliqués and binding J 48 Attaching decoration, etc. N 62 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-3.5 (1/32-1/8) 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-3.5 (1/32-1/8)
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    mm (3/16 inch) or less. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64
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    (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16
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    99 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 6.0 (15/64) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. No. Application Stretch stitch J 00 00 00 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching Overcasting stitch J 01
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    Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application J 06 06 06 Decorative stitching Lace sewing, decorative N 07 07 07 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. N 08 08 08 . Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 5.5 (7/32) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16
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    5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 No No Rfc. (1/64-3/16) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) ** 0.1-1.0 Yes No Rfc. (1/64-1/16) ( J ) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 0.4 (1/64
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    APPENDIX Character stitches (for models equipped with character stitches) Presser Foot Twin Needle Stitch Width/ Stitch Length Stitch Type Pattern No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Character stitches N 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39
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    oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the race therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. Switch the machine off and unplug it. a If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual
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    is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. 92
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    below, remove the needle plate cover (step d), and then install it again (steps h and i). Sewing while the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine may cause the needle plate cover to come off of the 4 machine, resulting in injuries if your fingers touch the race. 93
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    If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com
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    bobbin case. 4 c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct thread tension is possible after the bobbin has been correctly installed in the bobbin case thread from the machine. b Refer to the following steps to correct the c upper threading. • If the bobbin was removed from the bobbin case, refer to "
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    slack in the thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Presser foot lever • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel e toward you (counterclockwise) so
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    shown in the illustration below. Sewing is possible only if the thread is securely hooked on the thread take-up lever. a Thread take-up lever • Make sure that the thread is securely hooked on the thread take-up lever. Put the thread behind the needle bar thread j guide above the needle. The
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    wrong side of fabric" (page 95) to correct the upper threading. † Cause 2 A needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not being used. The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the type of fabric sewn and the thread thickness. If a needle and thread appropriate for the fabric
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    authorized service center. ■ Removing the fabric from the machine Remove the bobbin case. h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. Immediately stop the sewing machine. a Turn off the sewing machine. b to step j. a Needle plate cover release b Needle plate cover (front part) 99
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    side. Note ● Be careful not to drop the removed screws in the machine. Slightly lift up the needle plate, cut any k tangled threads, and cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around l the feed dogs
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    the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. Attach the needle plate cover
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    m in "Removing the fabric from the machine" (page 100). Turn off the machine, and then install the f bobbin and presser foot. • Refer to "Lower machine is correctly threaded. Perform trial sewing with normal fabric. h Note ● Incorrect sewing may be the result of incorrect upper threading or sewing
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    E6" appears in the LCD with the occurrence of one of the following symptoms, follow the procedure below to solve the problem. Symptom 1 : The machine rattles and then stops just after sewing 91). The machine rattles and then stops just after sewing is started. Set the bobbin in the bobbin case. h
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    cannot be removed" (page 99). If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove e it. • Refer to "Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed" (page 99). Insert the bobbin case so that the S mark on f the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine. • Refer to "Cleaning the race" (page 91
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    turned on. Turn on the machine. page 14 The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. page 19 Bobbin thread Bobbin spins slowly. (for models Move the sewing speed controller to does not wind
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    retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - Replace the bobbin case. The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest - authorized service center. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only
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    bar thread guide.) page service center. - The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins correctly. Sew with the
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    sewing. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. The bobbin case is scratched. Correct the upper threading. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. page 25 - You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect
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    bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 17 4 Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin of stitch that you want to you want to sew. sew. page 81 The stitch is not sewn correctly
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    sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right. Move the bobbin winder message "E6" appears in the LCD" (page 103). The machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center.
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    hem stitching 50 needle plate 9 needle plate cover 9, 91 bobbin 22 needle position 49 bobbin case 23 bobbin cover 9, 22, 23 needle position button 9 needle threader 9, 28 bobbin winder 8, 17, 20, 105, 106, 110 button sewing 57 O buttonhole foot 54, 68 buttonhole lever 9, 55, 69
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    width 40 straight stitch 49 stretch fabrics 46 T thick fabrics 44 thin fabrics 46 thread cutter 42 thread tension 43 trial sewing 44 triple stretch stitch 49 troubleshooting 94 twin needle 33, 34 U upper tension-control dial 8, 43, 98 upper threading 25 utility stitch indicator 10, 39
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    Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 885-V58/V59/V68/V69 Printed in China XF6363-001
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
Product Code: 885-V58/V59/V68/V69
Sewing Machine
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
Operation Manual
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