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- Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING 3 BUILT-IN STITCHES 4 SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 5 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS 6 APPENDIX Operation Manual - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
, 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 - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable . NOTE: The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. To use the machine safely 1. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the following - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin ...16 Lower Threading ...18 Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin 19 Upper Threading ...21 Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower Thread ...24 Sewing with a Twin Needle ...24 Thread Tension - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
...38 Appliqués ...39 Monogramming and Embroidering ...39 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 41 Using the Walking Foot ...41 Using the Quilting Foot ...42 Using the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot ...43 6. APPENDIX ...44 MAINTENANCE ...44 Changing the Light Bulb ...44 Cleaning ...44 Troubleshooting ...46 INDEX ...49 4 - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE MAIN PARTS 1 3 4 7 62 51 G F 8 9 0 C A B 1 Bobbin winder (Page 16) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (Page 16, 21) This holds the spool of thread. 3 Thread guide (Page 16, 21) This is used when winding the thread onto - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you be able to carry out most sewing tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. No. Part Name 1 Zipper foot (1 pc.) 2 Bobbin (3 pcs.) 3 Needle - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use. ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
for Model XL-3500, XL-2600, XL-3510, XL-2610, XL-3520, XL-2620. 8 1 2 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.) Replacing the Needle CAUTION ● Turn the main power switch off before you change the needle. If you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller, the machine - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. Changing the Presser Foot CAUTION With the flat side of the needle toward the 5 back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the needle clamp using the screwdriver. 1 ● Always turn off the power - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
store the bag inside the compartment. If the accessories are not in a bag, they may fall out and be lost or damaged. Using a Free-arm Style Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment. Slide - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
pattern, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to set the needle in the highest position. If the needle stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. The next section shows 1 recommended stitch lengths and widths. 2 ■ 35 Stitches (only available on certain models - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
YOUR SEWING MACHINE Patterns and Stitch Names Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name Recommended Width (mm (inch)) Recommended Length (mm (inch)) Instruction Manual Page 4-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE STRAIGHT STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH BLIND HEM STITCH SHELL TUCK STITCH ELASTIC STITCH STRETCH - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name Recommended Width (mm (inch)) Recommended Length (mm (inch)) Instruction Manual Page Fixed ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 31 1 2.5 (3/32) Fixed FEATHER STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 32 2.5 (3/32) Fixed - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
the "0" setting, material is not fed. This is used when sewing a button. The "F" range is for making a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. The position needed for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward. ■ 25 Stitches Selecting a Stretch Stitch Setting the stitch length dial to " " changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch. 1 1 Reverse sewing lever Stitch Width Dial The numbers - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the 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 the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
, gently 4 press the foot controller to wind the thread CAUTION around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine. ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it may 1 tangle around the - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower Threading • For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see page 19. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. Raise the needle to its highest position by 1 turning the handwheel toward you ( - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
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 size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the power. If - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
with this machine. CAUTION ● Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. • You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. If you - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread 3 on this pin. CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put the thread behind the guide above the 6 needle. • The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
the needle. CAUTION ● The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Check the table on page 26 for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. If you are using transparent nylon mono-filament thread, you can only use needles in the range of 90/14-100 - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the Lower Thread While lightly holding the end of the upper 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand to lower and then raise the needle. ■ Quick-set Bobbin Threading This is only available on certain models. You can begin - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
thread guide Note Models Equipped with a Needle Threader ● You can not use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. 1 3 4 1 Surface of fabric 2 Back of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Lower - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
YOUR SEWING MACHINE FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Medium weight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Georgette Challis, Satin Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot For top stitching Thread Type - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING Please Read Before Sewing CAUTION ● To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine. Keep your hands away from moving parts. ● Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and 2 you may - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
left hand side. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the 3 left hand side of the machine . We recommend that you sew using the Straight Stitch at the beginning and end of zigzag stitches. (This acts as a reinforcement stitch.) ■ Satin Stitch Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the "F" range - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Shell Tuck Stitch F-3 3-5 (1/64-1/8) (1/8-3/16) The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot (lace-like) edge on lightweight fabric. Set the pattern selection dial to the Shell Tuck 1 Stitch. Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter 2 than normal. Place - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
BUILT-IN STITCHES Sew at a slow speed. 4 ■ Joining Fabric You can use the Elastic Stitch to join two pieces of fabric together and it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. If you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric 1 together - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
leaving a small space between them. Set the pattern selection dial to the Smocking 2 Stitch, Fagoting Stitch, or Decorative Stitch. Stitch along the edge, pulling both threads 3 slightly when beginning to sew. Use thicker than normal threads for sewing. After sewing, remove the basting and the - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
join together seams and finish them in one operation. The Overlock Stitches are also useful for sewing stretch materials while the Arrowhead Stitch is ideal for sewing the edge of a blanket. Set the pattern selection dial to an overedge 1 stitch. Put the fabric under the presser foot so that 2 the - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
Fixed 3-5 2.5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) Decorative Hem Stitch Fixed 3-5 2.5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) Decorative Stitch Fixed 3-5 2.5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) These stitches can be used for decorative top stitching and for smocking. Set the pattern selection dial to the Triangle Stitch, Leaf Stitch, etc. 3 33 - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
a Buttonhole Step Step 1 (Front bar tack) Sewn section a Pattern 1. Set the pattern selection dial to 'a'. 2. Lower the presser foot and sew 5 to 6 stitches. 3. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitches and then raise the needle from the material. Step 2 b (Left - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
on the two sides of the buttonhole is not the same, you can make the following adjustments. Set the stitch length dial between "F" and 1.5 1 and sew the buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric to observe how the material is fed. 4 4 4 If the right side of the buttonhole is too coarse 2 or - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
dial to the Zigzag Stitch, and set the width you want. Remove the power supply plug from the 2 outlet. Change the foot to the button sewing foot. 3 Place the darning plate on the needle plate. 4 Remove the material from the machine. Cut 8 the upper and lower threads and tie both threads at the back - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
to the Straight 1 Stitch. Set the stitch length between 2 (1/16 inch) and 3 (1/8 inch). Set the stitch width at 2.5 (3/32 inch). CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing. If the needle hits the zipper, the needle may break and you may be injured. Lower the presser foot - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS Gathering Stitch Name Straight Stitch Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)] 4 (3/16) Set the pattern selection dial to Straight 1 Stitch. Loosen the tension of the upper thread so that 2 the lower thread lies on the underside of the material. Sew a single row (or many - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
a pin during sewing. The needle could break, and you may be injured. Set the pattern selection dial to Zigzag Stitch. 5 2 Draw the lettering (for Put the work under the needle and lower the 5 presser bar with the foot removed. Pull the lower thread up through the starting 6 position by turning - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
with your middle and third fingers and supporting the outside of the hoop with your little fingers. ■ Embroidering Stitch the outline of the design by moving the 1 embroidery hoop. CAUTION ● Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially needles. ■ Monogramming Sew by moving the hoop slowly along - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
ACCESSORIES Using the Walking Foot Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch 1-4 2-3 (1/16-3/16) (1/16-1/8) Zigzag Stitch 1-4 0-5 (1/16-3/16) (0-3/16) This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
making sure that part 4 A shown in the illustration is above the needle clamp screw. Then lower the presser power supply plug to the wall outlet. 2 13 1 Screwdriver 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser foot screw Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight 6 Stitch. • Before starting to sew, draw - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
inch Quilting Foot to sew fixed seams when piecing together a quilt. 2 1 Top of fabric 2 Seam 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) 1 1 Seam allowance 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Remove the power supply plug from the 1 outlet. Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight 2 Stitch. Set the stitch length between 2 (1/16 inch - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
. ● To avoid burns, let the light bulb cool down before you change it. Remove the power supply plug from the 1 outlet. Loosen the screw on the back of the sewing 2 head. Then remove the light cover from the machine. Put the light cover back on and fasten the screw. 4 Cleaning CAUTION ● Make sure - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
apply oil to the bobbin case. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that 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: XC8993-021), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
APPENDIX Troubleshooting If the machine stops working properly, check the following possible problems. If the problem is still there, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The sewing machine does not work. The needle breaks. The upper thread breaks. Possible - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 25 You have not used a 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 16 Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. page - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
for the type of stitch that you want to sew. The stitch is not sewn correctly. The thread tension is incorrect. The thread is tangled. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. Remove the tangled thread. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. The stitch is too fine - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
, and needle combinations 26 Feather stitching 32 Flat bed attachment 10 Foot controller 8 Free-arm style 10 G Gathering 38 H Handwheel 21 L Light bulb changing 44 Light switch 8 Lower threading 18 , quick-set bobbin 19 24 M Main parts 5 Main power 8 Maintenance 44 Monogramming 39 - Brother International XL-2610 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
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Operation Manual
SEWING BUTTONHOLES
AND BUTTONS
BUILT-IN STITCHES
APPENDIX
USING ATTACHMENTS
AND APPLICATIONS
STRAIGHT AND
ZIGZAG STITCHING
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE