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- Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | 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-3510 | 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 by ASTA 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 CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
to take or send this machine to be repaired. 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
Presser Foot ...9 Flat Bed Attachment ...10 Using a Free-arm Style ...10 THE CONTROLS ...11 Pattern Selection Dial ...11 Patterns and Stitch Names ...12 Stitch Length Dial ...14 Stretch Stitching ...15 Stitch Width Dial ...15 Reverse Sewing Lever ...15 THREADING THE MACHINE 16 Winding the Bobbin - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
No. Part Name 5 Buttonhole Foot (1 pc.) 6 Button Sewing Foot (1 pc.) 7 Extra Spool Pin (1 pc.) 8 Screwdriver (1 pc.) 9 Darning Plate (1pc.) Part Code USA Others X59369-321 X59375-121 130920-021 X55467-021 XC6063-021 Note ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
the foot controller plug to the 1 machine. Connect the power supply plug to a wall 2 outlet. Note ● When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the wall outlet. ● When servicing the machine, or when removing covers or - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
-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 the flat bed attachment to the left to 1 release it. CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
set the needle in the highest position. If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged. To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. The next section shows 1 recommended stitch - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
KNOWING 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Pattern 35 Stitches 25 Stitches Stitch Name COMB STITCH 32) Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Instruction Manual Page 31 31 33 31 31 33 33 Stitch Length Dial Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to adjust - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
the end of the thread, 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could be injured. 1 Cover 2 Slide button Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in 3 the direction - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the illustration). 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Follow steps 1 and 2 from "Lower Threading". 1 Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread 2 through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut it. Reattach the bobbin cover. Put the left tab in 3 place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on the right side (see - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
using the presser foot lever. 1 1 Presser foot lever Raise the needle to its highest position by 2 turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel points directly up. • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
3 and put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread • The bobbin cover should still be removed. Draw up the lower thread as described in the 2 previous steps 1 to 3. Replace the bobbin cover. 3 Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
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 lift 2 the presser foot lever. Pull the upper thread though the toes of the 3 presser foot. Put the fabric under the presser foot and 4 position the - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
-up lever is also in its highest position. Lift the presser foot and pull the fabric out 2 gently to the 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
(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 the fabric under the presser foot so that 3 it will be sewn along the - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric 1 together and center them under the presser foot. Elastic Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Elastic Stitch F-2.5 3-5 (1/64-3/32) (1/8-3/16) Sew them - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
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 4 paper. Finish by tying knots on the reverse side at the beginning - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
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 seamline (or arrowhead point) is approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch) to the left of the center of the presser - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
Decorative Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Triangle Stitch F-1.5 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) Decorative Stitch Leaf Stitch Tree Stitch Legs Stitch Decorative Stitch Stretch Overlock Stitch Stretch Overlock Stitch Fixed 2.5 (3/32) Fixed 2.5 - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
BUTTONS 4 SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS Making a Buttonhole Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] F-1.5 3-5 Buttonhole (1/64-1/16) (1/8 - 3/16) Foot dial to 'a'. 2. Lower the presser foot and sew 5 to 6 stitches. 3. Stop the machine when the needle is at the - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
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 of the material. CAUTION ● Make sure the needle - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
positioned on the zipper side of the foot for best results. 1 2 3 To sew the opposite side of the zipper, first 5 turn the machine off and raise the presser foot lever. Release the zipper foot by pressing the button located at the back of the foot, then fit the foot on the other side of the - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
lies on the underside of the material. Sew a single row (or many rows) of straight 3 stitches. Pull the lower threads to gather the material. 4 Darning Stitch Name Straight Stitch Pattern Stitch Length Foot [mm (inch)] Other Any Zigzag Presser Foot Darning Plate Remove the power supply plug - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
stitching. CAUTION ● Be careful that the needle does not hit a pin during sewing. The needle could break, and you may be injured. Set the pattern selection the 5 presser bar with the foot removed. Pull the lower thread up through the starting 6 position by turning the handwheel and make a few - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
while pressing the fabric with your middle and third fingers and supporting the outside of the hoop with your little fingers. ■ Embroidering 1 embroidery hoop. CAUTION ● Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially needles. ■ Monogramming Sew by moving the hoop slowly along the 1 lettering at - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
sewing. The walking foot prevents these materials from crumpling, slipping or sticking between the presser foot and walking foot. Remove the power supply plug from the 1 outlet. Raise the needle and the presser foot. 2 Loosen the presser foot screw to remove the 3 presser foot holder. 1 Forked part - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at medium to low speeds. Using the Quilting Foot Stitch Name Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Other [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch Any 2.5 Darning (3/32) Plate The Quilting Foot is useful for darning and free-motion machine quilting. Remove - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
Quilting design The length of the stitch depends on how 8 quickly you move the fabric and on the machine's sewing speed. Sew while moving the fabric slowly. 3 4 Using the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot 1 Beginning of stitching 2 Align this mark with the edge of the fabric. 3 End of stitching 4 Align this - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
step on the foot controller, you may be injured. ● 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 - Brother International XL-3510 | 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-3510 | 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-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
service center. - 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 You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Wind the bobbin properly. page 16 The bobbin - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
while 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. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins - Brother International XL-3510 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
18, 19 needle threader 22 twin needle 25 upper 21 Triple zigzag stretch stitching 32 Troubleshooting 46 Twin needle , attaching 9 25 sewing 24 U Unpacking instructions 2 Upper tension control dial 25 Upper threading 21 W Walking foot 41 Z Zigzag stitching 28 Zipper insertion 37 49 - Brother International XL-3510 | 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