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- Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual - Brother International CS-770 | 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 CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. Always replace the fuse - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the hand wheel, thread take- up lever, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Utility stitches ...52 MAINTENANCE ...57 Cleaning the machine surface ...57 Cleaning the bobbin case ...57 TROUBLESHOOTING ...59 ERROR MESSAGES ...62 Operation beep ( - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
tension of the upper thread. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. f Thread take-up lever (page 17) g Thread cutter (page 29) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. h Flat bed attachment with accessory - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
needle bar thread guide. k 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. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. a Presser foot lever - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. Flat bed attachment The accessories are stored in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 1 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
be able to carry out most sewing tasks. Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700, CE-5000PRW, SM-6500PRW, CS-770 ● The screw of - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
connector Set the main power switch to "I". b X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on. 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 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
electric shock. 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). Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to start or stop - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 13. a Pre-tension disk 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 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine. Press the foot controller or press (start/ i - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
shaft to the right. c While holding the thread that wraps around the d pre-tension disk with your left hand, use your right hand to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin five or six times. Turn on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 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 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
-adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. a Cover b Slide - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the needle threader, see page 17. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
eye of the needle by hand. Make sure the main power switch is off when threading the needle by hand. Follow steps 1 through 6 of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from front to back and pull g out - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
g the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward you and the hook passes through the eye of the needle. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
position button Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower c thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can draw - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
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 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" . 1 sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
from the front of the machine, slide a the needle clamp onto the needle bar so that the needle clamp screw is on the right side and the needle bar thread guide is at the bottom. a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom edge of the needle holder - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
thread guide Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● You cannot 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. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
the screw using the 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 screwdriver to remove the presser - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Power supply" (page 9). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press or reduce the stitch width. X The stitch is selected. Attach the presser foot. c Note ● The presser foot to be used is indicated by the letter (G, A, J, N, or - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
Mark b Needle position button Raise the presser foot lever. b a Presser foot lever Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass c the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a Sewing speed controller Slowly press down on the - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
machine, k and then pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. a Thread cutter Memo ● When the foot controller is plugged in, (start/stop button) cannot be used to start or stop sewing. ● When sewing settings" (page 52). Thread tension The thread tension will affect the quality of - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
fabric and stitching being sewn, the desired results may not be achieved. For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as those used for your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width. Since the results differ depending on the type of stitching and - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
beginning of stitching Zigzag foot "J" is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the 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 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot stitching. Rfc. ** Attach overcasting foot "G" or zigzag foot "J". a Sew with the edge of the fabric against the d presser foot guide. Select a stitch. b 1 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
use reverse stitching. Basic stitching Baste or pin together the fabric pieces. a When sewing is finished, cut the thread. f • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 28). Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select a stitch. c • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Lower the needle - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches width, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Sew with the fold of the hem against the e presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the f - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual - motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
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. - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. 3 1 a Seam ripper b Pin For keyhole buttonholes, use a of the upper thread in g your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
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, and then loosely tie it. Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. 3 sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
32) (1/64-3/16) ( J ) Yes** Rev.* **Do not use reverse stitching. 2 Sew from the bottom of the zipper toward the d top on both sides. The needle should be positioned on the zipper side of the foot for best results. 3 a Zipper foot b Right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper c Left pin for - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
b pattern spans both pieces. a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) ■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
the top and bottom layers of fabric is called "quilting". Quilts can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. Place one hand on each side of the presser e foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
holder screw c Needle clamp screw Hold the quilting foot in place with your right c hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch. Use both hands to hold the fabric - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is described below. Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
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 presser foot lever, remove the g fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever to - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 17 17 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric a of handkerchiefs. Attach monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making 1 c sure not to sew directly on the - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
bias. a a 1 cm (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. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
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 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". a Insert the wing needle. a Sew needle" (page 21). Attach monogramming foot "N". b Select stitch , , - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Patchwork stitching, dec- J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual é quilting, free- motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - Attaching appliqués and binding - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - For decoration, etc. N 58 - - - For - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the bobbin case; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or be injured. ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
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: XC3152-021), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
or the nearest authorised service center. Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference The machine is not plugged in. Plug the machine in. page 9 The sewing machine does not work. The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch. The bobbin winder shaft is pushed - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Wind the bobbin thread properly - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
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 16 - You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
by using the foot controller. Remove the tangled thread before continuing the operation. Note ● If error message "F1" through "F8" appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center. Operation beep (for - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
32 main parts 5 main power switch 9 A , monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar thread guide - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
T thick fabrics 30 thin fabrics 31 thread cutter 29 thread guide 16 thread tension 29 trial sewing 30 triple stretch stitch 33 troubleshooting 59 twin needle 22 U upper tension-control dial 29 upper threading 16 W walking foot 44 wing needle 51 Z zigzag , stitch 30 32, 42 zipper - Brother International CS-770 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE