Brother International Innov-ís 500D Users Manual - English - Page 42

SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 36 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY 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 sew. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, Satin Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Thread for knits Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Size 60-80 50-80 60-80 50-80 30-50 50 50-60 50-80 30 Size of Needle 75/11-90/14 65/9-75/11 90/14-100/16 Ball point needle (golden colored) 75/11-90/14 65/9-90/14 90/14-100/16 ■ Thread and needle number The lower the thread number is, the larger the thread, and the larger the needle number, the larger the needle. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles with stretch fabrics. ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a 90/14 or 100/16 home sewing machine needle. • A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table above. If the combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with thin needles (such as 65/9 to 75/11), the needle may bend or break. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may be skipped stitches. 36