Brother International SE-400 Users Manual - English - Page 55

Memo Securing the stitching z When the foot controller is plugged in, (Start/stop button) cannot be used to start or When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at stop sewing. z When sewing is stopped, the needle remains the end of an opening or where seams do not overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement lowered (in the fabric). The machine can be stitching to secure the end of the thread. set so that the needle will stay up when sewing is stopped. For details on setting the machine so that the needle stays up when Lower the needle into the fabric at the sewing is stopped, refer to "Changing the machine settings" (page 19). a beginning of the stitching, and then lower the presser foot lever. 2 CAUTION z Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the foot controller, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur. z Do not place objects on the foot controller, otherwise damage to the machine or injuries may occur. z If the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the foot controller, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur. Press (Start/stop button), or press down on b the foot controller. At this time, if (Start/stop button) is held down, the machine sews at a slow speed. • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51). a a Start/stop button X The machine starts sewing. Sewing 53