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    Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
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    you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly
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    be replaced by an authorized dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, 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. 2
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    Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Machine Features ...8 Accessories ...9 Included accessories ...9 Optional accessories ...10 Names of Machine Parts and Sewing Cylindrical Pieces and Large Pieces 46 Free-arm sewing ...46 Using extension table ...46 SEWING BASICS 49 Sewing ...50 General sewing
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    ...66 Saving stitch settings ...67 Useful Sewing Tips ...68 Trial sewing ...68 Changing the sewing direction ...68 Sewing curves ...68 Sewing thick fabrics ...68 Sewing hook-and-loop fastener ...69 Sewing thin fabrics ...70 Sewing stretch fabrics ...70 Sewing an even seam allowance ...70 UTILITY
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    APPENDIX 175 Care and Maintenance ...176 Restrictions on oiling...176 Cleaning the machine surface ...176 Precautions on storing the machine...176 Cleaning the race ...176 Troubleshooting ...178 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...178 Upper thread tightened up ...178 Tangled thread on wrong side
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    tension ...182 Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed 183 When the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seat 186 List of symptoms ...188 Error messages ...193 Adjusting the LCD ...197 Operation beep ...197 Upgrading Your Machine's Software Using USB Media 198 Index ...199
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    the machine by plugging the USB flash drive directly into the USB port (page 172). e Accessory case You can store the accessory case inside the arm of the machine as green light is on, the machine is ready to sew. A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is warming up (page 13).
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    001 130012-024 No. Part Name 17 Spool cap (medium) (on machine) 18 Spool cap (small) 19 Extra spool pin 20 Spool net inches) 26 Embroidery bobbin thread (white) 27 Accessory case 28 Hard case 29 Operation manual 30 Quick reference guide 31 Grid sheet set 32 Felt with stabilizer Part
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    service center or visit the website at " http://www.brother.com/ ". z All specifications are correct at the time of printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice. z Visit your nearest authorized dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine
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    Their Functions The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread
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    guide (page 34) Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. d Needle plate (page 70) The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing the air vent while the sewing machine is being used. f Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. g
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    buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the
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    are not displayed on the LCD. e Memory key Press to save character embroidery, combined stitch patterns, My Custom Stitch patterns, etc. in the sewing machine's memory. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch or decorative stitch or to design a stitch pattern using the My
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    preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces and Large
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    On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to . ● Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet.
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    Prepare the included power cord. When you have finished using the sewing machine, Make sure that the sewing machine is turned turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. 1 a off (the main power switch is set to " "), and then
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    LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the sewing machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching the icons
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    and the total number of embroidery stitches. The service count is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized dealer for details.) NO.: The "NO." is the number for the embroidery and sewing machine. Version: Displays the program version. Lighter Darker
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    settings are complete, press d (Back key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. Memo z "NO." is the individual number for the sewing machine. z "VERSION" is the program version which is installed in the sewing machine. z Settings that are changed are saved even if the power is turned off. 20
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    on the LCD. Turn on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on. Press (Sewing machine help key) on b the display panel. X The sewing machine help screen appears. Press the item to topic, refer to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21
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    . Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code
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    Turn on the sewing machine. a Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto e the or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best
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    long, fold it to fit the size of the spool. When the spool net is used, the upper thread tension may become tighter. Before sewing, refer to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 62). a b a a Thread guide cover Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the i hook of the bobbin-winding thread
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    the end of the thread through the guide k slit in the bobbin winder seat machine. When the foot controller is plugged in, remove your foot from the foot controller. X The bobbin winding will stop. CAUTION ● When the bobbin winding stops or becomes slow, stop the machine. Otherwise, the sewing machine
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    thread is not passed under the pretension disk of the bobbinwinding thread guide correctly, the thread may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. not move. (Sewing is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or
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    guide Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and c then remove the bobbin from the shaft. Hold the thread end with your left hand, and d wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine
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    your right hand. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. b Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right. c a b • Be incorrect. Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right g hand, and then guide the thread as shown with your left hand. a Bobbin cover b Latch X
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    cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. a b 2 1 a Tab b Lower-left corner X The bobbin threading is finished. You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in "Upper Threading" (page 31). Memo z When making
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    end of the bobbin thread. Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the f bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. Reattach the bobbin cover. g Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side
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    instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine cannot be used, refer to "Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)" (page 36).
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    machine. Press (Needle position button) once or c twice to raise the needle. a CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions is raised. Memo z If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded. a Mark on handwheel Pick up the spool pin and
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    the spool pin or the needle may break. Pull the thread from the spool and pass the g thread under the hook of the thread guide. a a Thread guide a b d c a Thread guide cover b Thread guide spring c Thread d When the presser foot lever is lowered Note z When passing the thread behind the thread
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    then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown. a b Ta a Notch of the thread guide b Thread guide disk Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side o of the machine. Ta a Needle bar thread guide Lower the presser foot lever to lower the l presser foot. a Thread cutter a a Presser foot
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    . Do not touch the start/stop button, needle position button or reverse/reinforcement stitch button. If one of the buttons is accidentally pressed, the machine will begin sewing and your finger may be pricked with the needle or the needle may break. ● When pulling out the thread, do not pull it with
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    thread" (page 32). Manually thread the left needle with the upper c thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. 36
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    upper thread. Without passing the thread through the needle f bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". g For details on changing
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    X The initial screen appears again, and appears. Note z When changing the sewing direction, press (Needle position button) to raise the needle from the fabric, needle in the down position, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure
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    use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types 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
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    is, the thicker the thread, and the higher the needle number, the thicker the needle. z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles with stretch fabrics. ■ Transparent nylon thread Use
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    and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" (page 40). Press (Needle position button) or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. Place fabric or paper under the presser foot
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    GETTING READY While holding the needle with your left hand, g use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. Install the twin needle in the same way. CAUTION z Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver.
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    details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 138). z Zigzag foot "J" is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to raise the needle. a CAUTION z Before replacing the presser foot, be sure
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    should be used appears in the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. b c a Presser foot holder b Notch c Pin
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    foot holder presser foot holder Raise the presser foot lever. a X The presser foot is raised. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with the lower- 1 does not use the presser foot holder, such as
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    bed attachment X With the flat bed attachment removed, freearm sewing is possible. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the b arm, and then sew from the top. a a Cover of embroidery unit (extension table) CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine with the extension table attached. ● Do not use
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    until they click. Turn back the extension table, and then store e the two legs in their original positions. 1 Attach the extension table to the sewing c machine arm. Keep the extension table horizontal and push it in slowly until it stops. Memo ● When you do not use the extension table, use it
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    GETTING READY 48
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    2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing...50 Setting the Stitch ...61 Useful Functions...64 Useful Sewing Tips 68
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    on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). p 2 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 17). p 3 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn
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    for selected stitch. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break. Turn on the sewing machine. c • When an animation is displayed on the screen, touch the LCD with your finger. X The straight stitch (left needle position) or the straight stitch
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    that should be used appears on the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. Memo z For details on setting automatic
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    select the correct character • To select a different character style, press , and then select the desired character style. • Press to view a sample of the selected pattern. Sewing 53
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    SEWING BASICS Positioning the fabric Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. Turn on the machine. a While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel toward you
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    Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the sewing machine. Sewing can be started and stopped using the operation button (Start/stop button) or the foot controller. For details on the foot controller, refer to next
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    slower speed, or slide the speed controller to the right to sew at a faster speed. Turn off the sewing machine. a Note z When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Insert the foot controller plug into
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    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 18). a beginning of the stitching, then lower the presser foot. 2 CAUTION z Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the foot controller,
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    . At this time, if (Start/stop button) is held down, the machine sews at a slow speed. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. After sewing to the end of the stitching, the i sewing machine stops. Release (Start/stop button) or foot controller. a 3 Press 1 Press 2 Press
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    When you wish to finish the stitching, press a (Thread cutter button) once. 2 a b a Reverse stitching b Reinforcement stitching Memo z The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. For details, refer to "Automatic
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    nylon or metallic threads, or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut the threads. When you wish to finish the stitching and the a sewing machine is stopped, press (Needle position button) once to raise the needle. a a Needle position button Raise the presser
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    ). z Stitch settings return to their defaults if they are changed, when the machine is turned off or a different stitch is selected before the stitch setting is zigzag width. For details, refer to "Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller" (page 107). CAUTION z After adjusting the stitch
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    be adjusted. z Press default. to return the setting to its CAUTION z 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. c d a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric c Upper
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    bobbin correctly. z The level "4" on the tension dial is a guide for working normal fabrics (medium weight). However, the actual stitch should always sew a stitch sample and adjust stitch tension before beginning on the actual piece to be worked. z The machine may stop sewing if tension
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    reverse/ reinforcement stitches Position the fabric under the presser foot, and d then press (Start/stop button) once. The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. Depending on the selected stitch, reverse stitches
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    is set for programmed thread-cutting and automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching. 2a 4 3b a Stop the machine and change the sewing direction. b Start the machine again. Automatically cutting the thread The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching
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    Memo z Press (Start/stop button) when you want to stop the sewing machine in the middle of sewing without programmed thread-cutting (for example, when you want to change the sewing direction). The sewing machine stops without programmed thread cutting. Press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) at
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    only with utility stitches. The settings you saved will not be cleared if the machine is turned off. ■ To use a stitch length of 2.0 mm for stitch pattern is selected, the last settings saved are displayed even if the machine was turned off. If the settings are changed again and is pressed,
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    stitching and the number of layers of fabric sewn, perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project. Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up
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    that the needle passes through the hookand-loop fastener by turning the handwheel and lower the needle into the hook-and-loop fastener before sewing. And then, sew the edge of the hookand-loop fastener at a slow speed. If the needle does not pass through the hook-andloop fastener, replace the needle
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    fabric is aligned with either the right edge of the presser foot or a marking on the needle plate. ■ Aligning the fabric with the presser foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the presser foot aligned with a fixed distance from the edge of the fabric. a Seam b Presser foot c Centimeters d Inches
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    . Stitch Setting Chart 72 Overcasting Stitches 78 Basic Stitching ...82 Blind Hem Stitching 84 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 87 Zipper Insertion...94 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 99 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 101 Reinforcement Stitching 108 Eyelet Stitching...113
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    Foot Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1 J Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reverse No Left
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 00 3m - o3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/ 64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No Patchwork stitching, decorative J stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric, such as 5.0 (3/16)
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    [mm (inch)] Auto 4.0 (3/16) Manual 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 3.0 (1/8) 2.0-4.0 1.0 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/64-3/16) (J) Reinforcement No Lace sewing, decorative N hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4)
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    [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 Automatic reinforcement No 58 Darning stitch 59 60 Bar tack stitch 61 Button-sewing stitch 62 Eyelet stitch 63 A Darning mediumweight fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0
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    UTILITY STITCHES Other stitches Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length/width Left/Right Flipping Stitch Type Pattern 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Decorative stitches N No - No Yes Yes 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
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    Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length/width Left/Right Flipping Stitch Type Pattern 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Character stitches N (Gothic font) 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
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    that fray easily Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 3.5 2.0 (1/8) (1/16) 2.5-5.0 (3/32 and the machine starts sewing. Attach overcasting foot "G". a G Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric c against the guide of the presser
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    sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual /stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach zigzag foot "J". a J Sew along the edge of the fabric with the
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    [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0 0.0-2.5 (0) (0-3/32) 3.5 (1/8) 5.0 (3/16) 3.5-5.0 (1/8-3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.5 0.2-5.0 (3/32) may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin c is aligned
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    upper thread under the side cutter, e and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. h The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of the side cutter. Select a stitch. f • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 51
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    Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual - - Presser Foot 1 Straight stitch Basic stitching and sewing gathers or injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Basting Attach zigzag foot "J". a • For details on replacing the presser
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    position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). a b When sewing is finished, cut the thread. f • For details, refer to )), the needle position will also change. By changing the stitch width and sewing with the right side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric
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    [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 00 3m - o3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) R CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Sew a blind hem according
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    h free-arm sewing possible. • For details on free-arm sewing, refer to "Freearm sewing" (page 46). Slide the item that you wish to sew onto the i arm fabric with the edge of the folded j hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. R c 1 b a Wrong
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    Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric Memo z For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 61). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and reverse the m fabric. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric
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    stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes, and one stitch is available for attaching the button. Stitch Name Pattern Application 48 Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 49
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    pressed and the machine starts sewing. The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position a and length of the buttonhole. 1 2 5 6 3 4 A a Button guide plate
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    : For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1inch) on the scale. 1 Position the fabric with the front end of the e refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 89
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    lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. a Memo z If programmed thread-cutting is set, the sewing machine will sew reinforcement stitching, and then cut the thread automatically at the end of the stitching. Refer to "Automatically cutting the thread" (page
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    use the seam ripper in any other way than how it is intended. Memo z For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 61). z Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric. Buttonhole Stitching/Button
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    woven fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration. Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with two or with four holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be
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    two holes closest to you. Then, slide the button so that the needle goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. Pull the upper thread at the end of the i stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie
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    (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 3.5 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5.0 (1/8) (0-1/4) (3/32) (1/64-3/16) I CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. There are many
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    foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). a Stitching b Right side of fabric c Basting stitching d End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Remove the basting stitching. j Zipper Insertion
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    reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening. • For details, refer to "Basic stitching" (page 82). Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the c edge of the fabric. 1 3 2 4 a Wrong side of fabric Press the seam allowance so that the right side e (the side that will not be
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    When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the j end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever. Open the zipper and continue sewing. k CAUTION ● When using zipper foot "I", be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle
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    not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break. When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the o end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever. Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper, p and then continue
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    fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0 0.0-7.0 (0) (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 2.5 1.5-4.0 (3/32) (1/16 button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". a J Sew the fabric without stretching it.
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    of the a fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric. 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
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    quilting, satin stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 3.5 (1/8) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.4 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) Presser Foot 19 (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 101
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    Basting stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". d J • For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). When sewing around corners, stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqué, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric
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    43). 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 22 . 1 a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo z To change the width of the seam allowance (needle position), refer to "Changing the needle position" (page 83
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    Quilting guide Note z Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading the needle using the needle threader. z When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. z When quilting, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle
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    Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the a hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder. † Walking foot 3 † Presser foot holder Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that b the guide aligns with the
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    freely in any direction. When free-motion quilting, use the following instructions with the optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" (SA187, a Drop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch 3 or 24 . •
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    . Select a stitch. f Attach zigzag foot "J". b J 3 • For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). Turn on the sewing machine, and then press c (Settings key) on the operation panel. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 51). While
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    . Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Triple stretch 4 stitch Reinforcing the seams of sleeves 0.0 and if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve
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    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 foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 • Pass the upper
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    the needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever, and then remove h the fabric. Memo z If programmed thread-cutting is set, the sewing machine will sew reinforcement stitching, and then cut the thread automatically at the end of the stitching. Refer to "Automatically cutting the thread" (page 65
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    torn can be darned. Darning is sewn as shown below. a 3 a a Reinforcement stitching Determine the desired length of the darning. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) Select
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    the needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever, and then remove h the fabric. Memo z If programmed thread-cutting is set, the sewing machine will sew reinforcement stitching, and then cut the thread automatically at the end of the stitching. Refer to "Automatically cutting the thread" (page 65
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    )] Auto Manual 7.0, 6.0 or 7.0 5.0 (1/4) (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) Presser Foot N CAUTION ● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may 3 occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Attach monogramming
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    Sewing two pieces of fabric together across an open seam Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual stitching 2.5-7.0 (3/25-1/4) 0.5 0.1-1.0 (1/32) (1/64-3/16) 39 3.5 Lace sewing, decorative (1/8) hemming, heirloom stitching, 40 etc. 6.0 (15/64) 2.5
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    37 38 Decorative stitching Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 6.0 (15/64) 1.5-7.0 1.6 1.0-4.0 5.0 if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting".
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    foot" (page 43). Select stitch 27 . b • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 51). Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure c not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. Memo z For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it is
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    refer to "Adjusting the stitch length" (page 62) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 62). Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. g Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8 c inch). 1 a 1cm (3/8 inch) At the end of the stitching, the thread is pulled out about 5 cm (2 inches
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    43). Select stitch 20 , and then increase the c thread tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 51) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page 62). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the fabric. a a Needle drop point 118
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    the needle" (page 41). 3 Memo z Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle. z The needle threader 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 "Threading the needle
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    with the wing needle, select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less. Start sewing. d Attach monogramming foot "N". b CAUTION ● When sewing with the wing needle, select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch
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    the screen is mirrored. Pull out several threads from two sections of a the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm (3/16 inch). 3 Sew along the other edge of the frayed section f so that it looks like the previous stitching. N Press , and set the horizontal mirror g image key
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    and threads When sewing thin, mediumweight or stretch fabrics, use the ball point needle. When sewing thick fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. In achieved. Be sure to sew a trial piece of fabric before sewing your project. In addition, while sewing, be sure to guide the fabric with your
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    size is selected, small patterns can be combined and connected. z If multiple patterns have been combined, the size of each selected pattern can be specified. Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns 123
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    UTILITY STITCHES Changing the length for satin stitches The length for one satin stitch can be changed in five gradations. Press (Utility stitch key) on the a operation panel, and then select (Satin stitch). Adjusting the character spacing The space between alphanumeric characters can be
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    a If the pattern is not sewn correctly, follow the steps below to adjust the sewing. Press f panel. (Settings key) on the operation 3 • For details, refer adjustment is sewn. X The sewing machine stops after sewing the pattern has finished. Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns 125
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    or combined utility stitch types. Press h (Back key). X It returns to the screen for adjusting the pattern. Select once again, start the sewing i machine and check the stitching. X Continue adjusting the pattern until it is sewn correctly. Select the first pattern. b X The first pattern is
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    For details, refer to "Saving patterns" (page 129). Memo z If repeated sewing is set, the pattern is repeatedly sewn until the sewing machine is stopped. z If the sewing machine is turned off, the repeated/single sewing setting returns to its default setting. z If pressed again, it turns to
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    UTILITY STITCHES ■ Mirroring a pattern image After a single pattern has been selected, press a to mirror the pattern image horizontally. ■ Checking the pattern When the specified pattern is not displayed on the screen, check the pattern using the following steps. Press . a X The screen for
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    X "Saving..." appears while the pattern is being saved. After the pattern is saved, the initial screen appears again. • Do not turn off the sewing machine while the pattern is being saved, otherwise the pattern data may be lost. ■ Retrieving a pattern Press . a Recall the saved pattern. X The saved
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    UTILITY STITCHES ■ Deleting a saved pattern A saved pattern in a pocket can be deleted. Press . a Select the pocket where the pattern you wish b to delete is saved. indicates pockets where patterns are already saved. X The selected pocket is shown in reverse highlighting, and the saved pattern
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    intersections in the grid, and then link those points with a continuous straight line. Draw a sketch of the pattern on the grid sheet a set. 3 Determine the sewing order. d Draw the pattern as one continuous line and with the start point and the end point of the design at the same height. 10
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    data Repeat steps d through e to specify each point. f Follow the pattern drawn on the grid sheet and program the pattern into the sewing machine. Attach monogramming foot "N". a • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). Press (Utility stitch key) on the b operation panel
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    Editing the pattern data To edit the pattern you entered, press . The screen for editing the pattern appears. You can move, insert and delete points. When you have finished editing the pattern, press to go back to the screen for entering the pattern, and then follow steps f through h on
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    UTILITY STITCHES Examples of designs Enter each of the points indicated in the table to sew the sample stitch. Point Point 1 0 0 21 38 13 2 12 0 22 35 14 3 18 3 23 32 13 4 22 6 24 30 10 5 23 10 25 32 6 6 21
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    4 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidering Neatly 136 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 138 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 141 Preparing the Fabric 144 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 148 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 150 Embroidering ...157 Editing and
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    table where the sewing machine is placed. If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off, the embroidery unit movement may be impaired, this could cause the pattern to sew incorrectly. For the bobbin thread, use the embroidery bobbin thread. For details, refer to "Optional accessories" (page 10
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    Embroidery step by step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Presser foot attachment Attach the embroidery foot "Q". For details on attaching the embroidery foot, refer to "Attaching the embroidery foot" (page 138). p 2 Checking the needle Use a needle matched to the fabric.
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    embroidery foot Attach the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready. Turn off the sewing machine. b a b a Embroidery foot bar b Caught by the presser foot holder screw CAUTION ● Always use the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering. If
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    to tighten the screw with the included screwdriver. If the screw is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. ● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to make sure that the needle does not hit the presser foot. The needle may break or
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    foot holder screw, and then remove embroidery foot "Q". Turn the screwdriver toward the back. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. b a Screwdriver Attach the presser foot holder. e • For details, refer to "Removing and attaching the presser foot holder" (page 45). CAUTION
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    Remove the cover of the embroidery unit and get the embroidery unit ready. Note z Do not touch the connector in the Turn off the sewing machine. a 4 embroidery unit connector slot. The connector could be damaged, and it may cause malfunctions. z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and
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    until it clicks and stops. a X The embroidery unit is attached. Note z Make sure that there is no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may not be sewn correctly. Be sure to fully insert the connector into the connection port. z Do not push on the
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    Removing the embroidery unit Make sure that the sewing machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Remove the embroidery frame. a • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 149). Press , and then press . b Hold
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    organdy and fabrics with a nap like towels. To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http:// www.brothermall.com] (in USA). with a steam iron. CAUTION ● Always use stabilizer material when sewing embroidery projects. The needle may break or bend if you embroider
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    Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame The fabric is stretched in the embroidery frame. If the fabric is loose, the quality of the embroidery pattern may be poor. Put the fabric in the frame without slack following the steps below. Have a fabric with a stabilizer material attached and the
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    EMBROIDERY Gently remove the fabric from the frame e without loosening the adjustment screw. Tighten the adjustment screw while removing g any slack in the fabric by hand. The goal is to have a drum-like sound when the stretched fabric is struck lightly. Memo z This precautionary step will help
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    Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. b a b a Embroidery sheet b Inner frame Line the mark on the fabric up with the base c line on the embroidery sheet. ■ Embroidery on fabrics that cannot be stretched on an embroidery frame When small pieces of fabric that cannot be stretched on an
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    d foot while raising the presser foot lever even further. b a Embroidery frame guide tabs b Embroidery carriage frame holder slots X The embroidery unit is attached. Note of the buttons is accidentally pressed, the machine will begin sewing and your finger may be pricked with the needle or the needle
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    the embroidery frame under the presser d foot while raising the presser foot lever even further. Make sure that the sewing machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Raise the presser foot lever. a a a Presser foot lever Press (Needle position button) once or b twice to raise
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    information Embroidery pattern types The patterns saved in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only . The patterns are completed by changing the upper thread according to the instructions displayed on the screen. For details, refer to "Selecting an embroidery
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    . e Press to get help on embroidery unit attachment, embroidery frame attachment, etc. f Press this key to save embroidery patterns and the alphanumeric characters in the machine's memory. Selecting Embroidery Patterns 151
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    # •MADEIRA RAYON THREAD# •SULKY THREAD# •ROBISON-ANTON POLY THREAD# When a specific pattern is selected, press this key and then, press to switch the display. The sewing settings such as the specified alphanumeric character string and color are confirmed. 152
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    30 stitches) at a time and changes the position for starting the embroidery. This is used when a specific color is not sewn or when restarting the sewing machine after power has been turned off in the middle of the operation. Press this key to check the order of multi color. Press to switch
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    EMBROIDERY Selecting alphanumeric characters Specify the characters for embroidery. Memo z When "The pattern is too large for the embroidery frame" is displayed, no more characters can be input. z Characters from different fonts (sans serif and serif, etc.) cannot be combined. Select the
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    There are 70 embroidery patterns, such as flowers and animals, saved in the machine's memory. 70 Embroidery patterns Memo z Refer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table" in the Quick reference guide for samples of completed patterns and the thread used. Press . a Selecting a frame pattern
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    ) and (Next page key), and select from the 12 stitches. Insert the embroidery card in the embroidery b card slot on the right side of the sewing machine. Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow. X When a stitch is selected, it can be
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    Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and appliquéing. Checking the pattern before embroidering X The frame moves to indicate the entire embroidering area. The embroidery frame is moved to indicate the
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    slack. CAUTION ● If the thread is pulled too tight, the needle may break or bend. ● Do not let hands or objects hit the carriage while sewing. The pattern may misalign. 158
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    and repeat steps b through h. X When the last color is sewn, "Finished sewing." will appear on the display. Press , and the display will return to the After progressing 5-6 stitches, press f (Start/stop button) to stop the machine. Use scissors to cut the thread at the beginning g of the stitching
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    /stop button). Lower the presser foot lever, and press c (Start/stop button). X The cut-out for the appliqué piece is sewn, and the sewing machine stops. a b a Cut-out line b Appliqué piece fabric X "APPLIQUE POSITION" will be displayed on the screen. X The position for the appliqué is stitched
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    the appliqué is stitched, and the sewing machine stops. 4 Memo z When "APPLIQUE MATERIAL", "APPLIQUE POSITION" and "APPLIQUE" are displayed, a specific color thread does not appear. Use a proper color thread to match the appliqué piece. Follow the instructions on the screen, and j change thread
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    EMBROIDERY Editing and Saving Patterns This section describes ways to edit, adjust, reposition and memorize patterns. Adjusting the layout and the size The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. You can check the layout before starting embroidery and change the
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    after you have changed the size of the pattern or reversed it. z The embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted can be saved in the sewing machine's memory. For details, refer to "Saving patterns" (page 174). Layout key Press this key to move to rotation screen. Rotates the pattern 90 degrees
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    distance from the center by pressing after beginning embroidering. z The embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted can be saved in the sewing machine's memory. For details, refer to "Saving patterns" (page 174). Adjusting the thread tension It is very difficult to rip out embroidery designs
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    ( ). X The stitching starting point is set to lower left of the design. Lower the presser foot, and then press g (Start/stop switch) to begin sewing. When embroidering is finished, trim the thread h leaving the end of the thread longer than usual. Then reset the fabric in the embroidery frame, in
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    the wrong upper thread color has been sewn, it can be resewn with the correct color. Press (Start/stop button) to stop the a sewing machine. Press . b Press . c When you have finished embroidering, cut the n thread. Press (Back one color) to return to the d beginning of the mistaken color
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    layout return to the original setting. If you have changed the layout, you need to adjust it again. Press (Start/stop button) to stop the a sewing machine. Check the current needle count on the screen b and make a note of it. Memo z If the needle count is not displayed, display the needle count
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    one color) to move to i the beginning of the color you want to embroider. Note z Always detach the embroidery unit when you move the sewing machine. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select f the pattern. Memo z If you have changed the embroidery size and/or layout before turning off the
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    Be Used • Only .pes and .dst embroidery data files can be used with this machine. Using data other than that saved using one of our embroidery software programs or sewing machines may cause the embroidery machine to malfunction. ■ Types of USB Media That Can Be Used Embroidery data can be retrieved
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    saved in a folder on a sub-directory, that file cannot be retrieved by the machine. Save embroidery data files in the USB media as in the diagram below. *1) ), it may not be possible to transfer an embroidery pattern to the machine, even if there are less than 200 files (including folders) in the
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    the all precautions of "Embroidery data precautions" (page 169 to 170) and observe them. Otherwise, the pattern files may not be retrieved into the machine correctly. Safely remove the USB media from the USB e port on the computer. (Refer to "Caution" below. ) Insert the USB media into the USB
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    Insert the USB media into the USB port on the f machine. Memo z Names of folders are displayed first in the shape may be no more than 200 patterns). In this case, unplug the USB media from the machine, plug it back into the computer, and then delete a few patterns at a time from the USB
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    Select the desired folder or the pattern you h wish to retrieve. Switch screens using (Previous page key) and (Next page key). 1 Select the pattern you wish to retrieve. i 1 2 3 a Number of the currently displayed page from the total number of pages b Folder (folder name) c Pattern file
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    ..." appears while the pattern is being saved. After the pattern is saved, the initial screen appears again. Note z Do not turn off the sewing machine while the pattern is being saved, otherwise the pattern data may be lost. ■ Retrieving a pattern Press a (Retrieve key). X The saved pattern is
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    5 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance 176 Troubleshooting ...178 Upgrading Your Machine's Software Using USB Media 198 Index...199
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    correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in
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    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 (green marking)), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed, otherwise the needle
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    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 sewing machine
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    the cutter. • After starting sewing, a rattling noise is made and sewing cannot continue. • Looking under the fabric 3 4 c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct thread tension is possible race" on page 176. Remove the upper thread from the machine. b Refer to the following steps to correct the c
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    the thread behind the thread guide cover f and to the front. While holding the thread near the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand as shown below. a a Presser foot lever • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. a Press
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    the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown. a 5 a Needle bar thread guide Next, use the needle threader to thread the j needle. Continue with the procedure in "Threading the upper thread" (page 34). Troubleshooting 181
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    wrong side of fabric" (page 179) to correct the upper threading. † Cause 2 A needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not being 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
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    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. j. a Needle plate cover • Refer to "Cleaning the race" (page 176). Troubleshooting 183
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    the bobbin case so that the S mark on p the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine. If the fabric cannot be 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 the handwheel to raise
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    contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest authorized service center. Turn off the machine, and then install the f bobbin and presser foot. • Refer to "Installing the bobbin" (page 27) and "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43). Troubleshooting 185
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    may have become tangled as a result of incorrect upper threading. Make sure that the machine is correctly threaded. Perform trial sewing with normal fabric. h Note z Incorrect sewing may be the result of incorrect upper threading or sewing thin fabrics. If there are poor results from the trial
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    right hand as shown below. 5 Wind the bobbin again. l Note z Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly (page 24). Troubleshooting 187
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    . The sewing machine does not guide the fabric. The needle breaks. The spool is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the spool. The area around the hole in the Replace the needle plate. Contact needle plate is scratched, or has a your dealer or the nearest authorized burr on it. service
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    your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. - 5 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins . Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. Move the sewing speed controller to the right (so that the speed Troubleshooting 189
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    machine. The thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. Make sure that the thread is hanged on the thread guide or sew with stitch
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    the correct position. Press the needle position button. page 32 The sewing lamp The sewing lamp is damaged. does not come on. The machine is not turned on. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Turn on the machine. page 17 Nothing appears in the LCD. The brightness of
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    on the thread guide spring which is on the left side of the thread guide cover. The bobbin of the embroidery frame is causing problems. Stretch the fabric on the frame once again so impaired. Support the fabric while embroidering. The fabric is catching. It is pinched. Stop the sewing machine and
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    screen other than the sewing LCD screen. The start adjusting the stitch width using the sewing speed 3 controller is set to the machine. If you press (Start/stop button) without rethreading the machine, the My Custom Stitch function. 7 The machine is deleting a previously saved pattern
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    APPENDIX No Error Message Probable Cause 9 You attempted to select a pattern after the USB media containing the pattern has been disconnected, then reconnected. 10 The "Start/Stop" button was pressed before the editing was completed with the My Custom Stitch function. 11 on the LCD was
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    then tried to save them by pressing the manual memory key. You tried to select an embroidery pattern or change the layout when 20 the needle was down. The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered Little bobbin thread remains. 28 When the embroidery unit is attached. Troubleshooting 195
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    and the 30 needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine stops (refer to page 188). 31 You tried to use a function that cannot the 37 F01-F07 sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center. 196
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    setting screen appears. Press c (Next page key) twice. Press OFF for the buzzer. d Turn off the sewing machine, then turn it on d again. Operation beep Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If . Press e (Back key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. Troubleshooting 197
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    Media You can use USB media and a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on our website at " http://solutions.brother.com ", please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below. Note z When using
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    cutting thread 59 accessories 9, 10 cutting -winding thread guide 11, 24 embroidery sets 9 embroidery sheet 146 button sewing 92 buttonhole lever 113 cleaning bobbin case 177 cleaning brush 9 F cleaning machine surface 176 combining patterns 126 concealed seams 94 connecting
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    machine surface cleaning 176 main power switch 12, 17 maintenance 176 manual needle threading 36 memory key 14 mirroring stitches 66 My Custom Stitch 131 N needle bar thread guide operation panel 11, 14 operation problems 178 operations 21 optional accessories 10 overcasting stitches 78 P
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    thread guide disk 12, 34 thread spools 31 thread take-up lever 11, 34 thread tension adjustment 62, 164 threading 31 threading bobbin 22 threading needle 31 threading needle manually 36 tips 68 touch panel 14 trial sewing 68 triple stretch stitch 82, 99, 108 troubleshooting 178 Index
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    Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 Printed in China XE7929-1011
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Product Code
885-V95/V96/V97/V98
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
EMBROIDERY
APPENDIX
Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine
Operation Manual
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.