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    Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-V67 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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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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    soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation. 2
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    first follow the 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 only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use accessories recommended by
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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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    (for models equipped with character stitches 88 MAINTENANCE ...89 Restrictions on oiling ...89 Precautions on storing the machine ...89 Cleaning the machine surface ...89 Cleaning the race ...89 TROUBLESHOOTING ...92 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...92 Upper thread tightened up ...92 Tangled
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    foot "G" XE6305-101 4 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 5 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 7 Button fitting foot "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
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    be purchased separately. Depending on the model you purchased, the following accessory may be 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 SA140 F033N: XC2214-052 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052
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    presser foot. r Thread guide (page 16 and 25) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. s Thread guide cover (page 17 and 23) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. t Handle Carry the sewing machine
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    pulling up the bobbin thread. j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin. a Needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) (page 26) b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. c Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed
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    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 number of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm
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    cover on the 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 the spool pin, and then the hole on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration,
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    of time. Otherwise a fire may result. Power supply Insert the plug into a wall outlet. a To turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is turned off. 12 a Main power switch b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "I". b X The
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    Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). 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
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    turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "+" side of (stitch selection key). 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
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    page 18. 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 the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you
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    to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the machine may be damaged. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to the front. Hold the
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    with the start/stop button) to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button
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    MACHINE Slide the sewing speed controller to the right l (to set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. a Sewing speed controller Press the foot
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    k original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button
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    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 ● 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
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    the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. case, it may cause incorrect thread tension 1 (page 41). Turn off the sewing machine. b Slide the button and open the cover. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Put the left tab in f place
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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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    threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● Never use a thread a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly
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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 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
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    spool with your right hand, h and then pass the thread under the thread guide. Make sure you guide the thread through the k thread take-up lever from right to left as shown in the illustration below. a Thread guide Pass the thread under the thread guide cover i from the back to the front. Hold the
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    raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever 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
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    hook will pull the thread through the needle. a Presser foot lever Pass the end of the thread through the presser i foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 27
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    KNOWING YOUR 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 under the presser foot. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle
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    needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to
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    stitches easily occur. Use the ball point needle for best results when sewing patterns using monogramming foot "N". The factory recommended needle is "HG-4BR" (Organ). Schmetz needles "JERSEY BALL POINT" 130/705H SUK 90/14 may be used as a substitute. ■ Transparent nylon thread the instructions in
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    machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. 1 a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● Be sure to
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing with the twin needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches. For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle,
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    twin needle, refer to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 79). 1 CAUTION a Thread guide cover • For details, refer to step a through l of "Upper threading" (page 23). Without passing the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the
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    use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. ● Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. Using other any presser feet may cause
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    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 remove the presser foot holder. Remove the presser foot. a • For
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    ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the presser foot appropriate for the stitch. For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). ↓ 4 Start sewing. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, cut the threads. For details on
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    , refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Memo ● The presser foot to be used is indicated by the letter (J, A, etc.) that appears above or beside the stitch number. a Mirror image stitch indicator If necessary, adjust the stitch length and e width. • For details on sewing with each of the
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    ) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend 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
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    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 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. Lower the presser foot lever. e a Presser foot lever On models equipped with a sewing
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    (page 13). Raise the presser foot lever. j Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, k and then pass the threads upward from below through the thread cutter to cut them. ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse
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    stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew 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
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    projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. After you select a stitch, the machine automatically sets the stitch width and length for the stitch that is selected. However, a trial piece of fabric
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    , allowing the fabric to be fed smoothly. Sewing hook-and-loop fastener 2 a Sewing direction Raise the presser foot lever. a Align the beginning of stitching, and then b position the fabric. While holding zigzag foot "J" level, hold the c presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side
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    , place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric. When you have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper. Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs, or hard
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    useful for sewing stretch materials. Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Zigzag stitch Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3 3.5 (1/8) J 04 Overcasting
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    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) and check that the
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    STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Straight Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch
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    to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo ● When selecting stitch or . Stitch numbers "0", "-1", "-2" or "-3" may be displayed on the LCD by
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    part that you wish to sew onto the i arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing. 1 2 1 2 a Arm Position the fabric with the edge of the folded j hem against the guide of the presser foot Guide Adjust the stitch
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    Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). 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
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    BUTTONHOLE 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 A 34
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    of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. 1 2 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) b 15 mm (9/16 inch) Attach buttonhole foot "A". c Select a stitch. d Pass the upper thread down through the hole e in the presser foot. A X The size of the buttonhole is set. 52
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    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 cut the thread
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    how it is intended. Attach buttonhole foot "A". b Select a stitch or . c Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the d gimp thread. Lower the presser foot lever and the e buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp f thread to remove any slack. Memo
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    Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be attached. Place a button between the presser foot and d the fabric. Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the b feed dog position
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    at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to 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 at the beginning of the
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual
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    a Pin on the right side b Needle drop point Select stitch . f CAUTION ● Turn the handwheel by 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 break the needle. You may also be injured. With
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 03 Sewing
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    STITCHES Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION ● When sewing
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    AND QUILT STITCHING Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) 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.)] Auto Manual Stitch
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    sewn 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 edge ) seam allowance. Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot. Baste or pin
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    with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 Baste the fabric to be quilted. a Remove the presser foot and the presser foot b holder. • For details, refer to "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 35). Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot c onto the needle clamp screw, lower the
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    a hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder. † Walking foot † 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 needle using the needle threader. Adjust
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    quilting foot in place with your right c hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the disc-shaped screwdriver in your left hand. Use both hands to hold the fabric taut, then f move the fabric to follow the pattern. Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and end of sewing
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    . Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, J 02 sewing stretch
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    the correct size. a Buttonhole 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
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ 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
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    CAUTION 3 ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting". It is used on blouses
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    monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making c sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. Sew 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
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    zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 37). Sew while making bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Attach zigzag foot "J". a Sew together
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    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 23). Insert the wing needle. a • Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle. • For details on
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    characters" (page 75).) Press (stitch selection keys) to select c pattern No. 03. a The presser foot to use • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). If you would like to only sew this single f character, start sewing. If you would like to sew a sequence of characters, go
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    stored in memory even if you turn off the machine. ■ Adding new characters after sewing After sewing a combination of characters, you can add characters to the combination using the following method. Press the "+" side of (stitch width c adjustment key) to enter the selected character. N Memo
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    you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. N Checking characters You can check the characters in a combination with following method. Press the "+" or "-" side of a adjustment key) repeatedly. (stitch length This will display
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    ) Attach monogramming foot "N". b • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). 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
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    the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as shown below. Memo ● The character stitches "034" (No. 31 + No. 34+ No. 35) are used for making adjustments. Attach monogramming foot "N". a • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Select No. 59 (for
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the 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 stitch pattern comes out correctly. After you have finished adjusting the pattern, g
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    may break or the machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Straight Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 4 Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual Left J 00
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    APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch R 10 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 11 Blind hem stitching on
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking 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
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Quilting stippling Decorative stitch Pattern No. Application Appliqué quilting, freemotion J 46 quilting, satin stitching, button sewing
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application N 63 For **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4)
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application N 80 For decoration, etc. N 81 For decoration, etc. N 82 For decoration, etc. N 83 For decoration, etc. N 84 For decoration, etc. Satin stitches N 85
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    stitches Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stretch stitch J 00 00 00 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching Overcasting stitch
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    Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application J 06 06 06 Decorative stitching Lace sewing, decorative N 07 07 07 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc
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    Pattern Presser Foot 130 stitches model 120 stitches model 110 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Decorative stitch N 21 - - For decoration, etc. N 22 - - For decoration, etc. N 23 - - For
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    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
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    dealer or the nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an Precautions on storing the machine electric shock or be injured. Raise the needle and the presser foot. 4 b Do not store the machine in any of the locations
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    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: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may
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    the top surface of the machine. a Needle plate cover CAUTION ● If the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine as shown 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
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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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    . • For details, refer to "Cleaning the race" on page 89. Remove the upper 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 "Lower threading" (page 20) and "Remedy/check details" in the section "Upper
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    hand so that there is no 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
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    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 thread can easily
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    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 are not being used, the thread tension will not be adjusted correctly, causing wrinkles in the fabric or skipped stitches. • Refer to
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    complete it forcefully, contact your nearest 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 Remove the needle. c If the needle is
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    the machine. Slightly lift up the needle plate, cut any k tangled threads, and then remove the needle plate. Remove the fabric and threads from removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around l the feed dogs. Turn
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    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 according
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    ). Turn off the machine, and then install the f bobbin and presser foot. • Refer to "Lower threading" (page 20) and "Replacing the presser foot" (page 34). Correctly thread the machine. g • For details on threading the machine, refer to "Upper threading" (page 23). Note ● The thread may have become
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    authorized service center. Turn on the machine. - page 12 The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. page 17 Bobbin thread Bobbin spins slowly. (for models Move the sewing speed controller
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    29 The needle breaks. The presser foot you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that you want to you want to sew. sew. The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension. page 79 page 41
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    the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised 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
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    Possible cause How to put it right Reference The presser foot you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that you want to you want to sew. sew. page 79 The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the
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    side of the thread properly. fabric. Correct the upper threading. page 23, 93 The presser foot you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that you want to you want to sew. sew. page 79 The stitch is not sewn
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    an operation is performed incorrectly before the sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If you press the stitch selection key or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears
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    3-point zigzag stitch 45 main parts 8 A accessories 6 main power switch 12 , mirror image stitch indicator 10 37 , monogramming 70 72 adjusting stitches 77 appliqués 61 N needle 29 B bar tack 66 , needle bar thread guide 9 26 , needle clamp screw 9 31 basic stitching 47 blind
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    44 thread cutter 40 thread tension 41 trial sewing 42 triple stretch stitch 47 troubleshooting 92 , twin needle 31 32 U upper tension-control dial 8, 41, 96 upper threading 23 , utility stitch indicator 10 37 W walking foot 63 wing needle 72 Z zigzag , stitch 42 45, 61 zipper foot 57
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    English 885-V67 Printed in China XF3961-001
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
Product Code: 885-V67
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