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  • Brother International NX-250 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
    Read before use. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS Read when additional information is required. UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
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    any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not store objects on the foot controller. • Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine
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    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 the manufacturer as contained in this manual. Save these instructions. The contents of this manual and specifications of
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    Contents Important Safety Instructions 1 Contents ...3 Introduction ...6 Sewing Machine Features ...6 Accessories ...7 Included accessories ...7 Optional accessories ...8 Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 9 Front view ...9 Needle and presser foot section ...10 Right-side/rear view ...10
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    a side zipper ...73 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 76 Stretch stitching ...76 Elastic attaching ...76 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 78 Appliqué stitching ...79 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ...80 Piecing ...80 Quilting ...81 Free-motion quilting ...82 Reinforcement Stitching
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    APPENDIX ...93 Stitch Settings ...94 Utility stitches ...94 Care and Maintenance ...100 Cleaning the machine surface ...100 Cleaning the race ...100 Troubleshooting ...102 Error messages ...105 Operation beep ...106 Index ...107 5
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    Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions" (page 1), 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
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    . Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX-250. ● The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: XA4813-051) ● The organized accessory tray is available through your authorized dealer
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    quilting foot with guide Part Code U.S.A./ Canada Others SA114 F007N (XC1949-002) SA147 F027N (XC1964-002) SA160 F035 (XC1969-002) SA125 F001N (XC1944-052) SA185 F057 (XC7416-252) Memo ● Visit your Brother dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine
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    controller Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing machine (page 11). 9 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. 0 Thread cutter
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    when using the needle threader to thread the needle. 3 Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. 4 Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams. 5 Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and
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    on how the sewing machine is being operated. Green: When the machine is ready to start sewing or while it is sewing Red: When the machine is not ready to start sewing Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right for winding the bobbin thread onto the bobbin 2 "Reverse
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    is pressed, the setting switches between that for single needle sewing and for twin needle sewing. 6 Needle stop position key This is used to change the position of the needle when the sewing machine is stopped. If the key is lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle raised. If the key is
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    machine 15 Turning off the machine 15 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 16 Bobbin precautions 16 Winding the bobbin 16 Installing the bobbin 20 Upper Threading ...22 Threading the upper thread 22 Threading the needle 25 Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader 26 Using
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    On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric
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    is turned 1 off (the main power switch is set to "O"), and then plug the power cord into the power When you are finished using the sewing machine, turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. 1 supply jack on the right side of the
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    how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other
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    Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Open the top cover. 2 Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto 6 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. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft 3 so that the spring on
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    ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. cb While holding the thread near the spool with 8 your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and
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    stop the machine, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Pass the end of the thread through the guide b slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to cut it. Use scissors to cut the end of the thread e wound around the bobbin. 1 1 Guide slit in bobbin winder seat
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    the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● The 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: SA156, SFB (XA5539151
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    adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted correctly, reinsert the thread. 1 X The lower threading is finished. Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in "Upper Threading" (page 22). Memo ● You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to
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    instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled and the needle may bend and break. Threading the upper thread Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then thread the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Memo ● The order that the machine should be threaded
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    CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break. ● Three 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
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    presser foot and open the shutter. ● This machine is equipped with a window that allows you to check the position of the take-up lever. Look through this window and check that the thread is correctly fed through the take-up lever. 1 Thread guide plate While using your right hand to lightly hold the
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    with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. ● Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader. ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle. ● If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to "Threading the needle manually
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    the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. Thread the machine to the needle bar thread 1 guide
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    right side in 7 the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded. 1 • 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. 1 Thread guide cover • For details, refer to step 8 through 0 of
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    8 needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. Press b (Needle mode selection key). • 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
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    When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, the rear of the machine. first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. 1 1 • Refer to steps 1 through 5 of "Installing the bobbin" (page 20). Pass the bobbin thread through the slot. 2 Do not
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    instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use 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
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    needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. 1 2 CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table on page 30. If the combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with
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    be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Hold the needle with your left hand, and then 5 use a screwdriver to turn the otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise
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    the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break. ● Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the
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    increase the pressure when sewing thin fabrics, and decrease the pressure when sewing thick fabrics. b presser foot pressure dial at the back 2 of the machine to adjust the pressure of the presser foot. The the stronger the pressure. Use setting 1 or 2 for thick fabrics, use setting 3 or 4 for thinner
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    sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the presser 1 does not use the presser foot holder, such as the foot. This is useful when sewing fabrics that are hard quilting foot. Use the thread tension will be incorrect. 1 Presser foot
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    Needle Position" button X The needle is raised. Turn off the sewing machine. 2 a 1 Presser foot holder screw Attach the presser foot used with the walking foot. For details on the stitches, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 94). Note ● The optional walking foot is available through your Brother
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    level, fully slide it into place. The lower right corner section of the wide table extends over the front section of the sewing machine bed. b a 1 Lower right corner 2 Sewing machine bed Note ● The optional wide table is available through your Brother dealer. Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 37
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    leg to 4 adjust their height so the wide table will be level with the sewing machine bed. CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine while the wide table is attached, otherwise damage or injuries may occur. When you are finished using the wide table, 5 remove it. While slightly lifting up the wide
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    fabric 41 Starting to sew 42 Securing the stitching 44 Cutting the thread 45 Adjusting the Thread Tension 46 Changing the tension of the upper thread 46 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 47 Adjusting the stitch width 47 Adjusting the stitch length 48 Useful Functions ...49 Changing the
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    operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries
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    and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Lower the presser foot lever. 2 5 The straight stitch (left on the right side, sewing in a straight line is easier and the extra fabric does not get in the way. While holding the end of the thread and the 4 fabric
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    The machine starts sewing. • If you continue to hold ("Start/Stop" button) pressed immediately after the sewing starts, the machine will sew at a slow speed. 1 Foot controller jack Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX-250. 42
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    decreases the sewing speed. CAUTION ● Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the foot controller, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur. ● Do not place objects on the foot controller, otherwise damage to the machine or injuries may occur. ● If the machine is not to be used for
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    where seams do not overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching to secure the end of the thread. After sewing 3 to 5 stitches, controller. At this time, if ("Start/Stop" button) is held down, the machine sews at a low speed. 1 "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button X While ("Reverse/
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    sewing. Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads. Press ("Start/Stop" button), or press down 8 on the foot controller. At this time, if ("Start/Stop" button) is held down, the machine sews at a slow speed. When you wish to finish the stitching and the 1 sewing machine
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    . Changing the tension of the upper thread Turn the thread tension dial to the left to loosen the upper thread. You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used. ■ Correct thread tension The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross near the center of
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    Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The zigzag width (pattern width) and stitch length of utility stitches can be adjusted. Normally, when a stitch is selected, the appropriate width and length are automatically selected. For details on the range of values within which the width and length can be
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    SEWING BASICS Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted to make is being changed. CAUTION ● 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. 1 1 Stitch length
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    Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Changing the needle stop position Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement stitches The sewing machine can be set to leave the needle The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew in the fabric (lowered
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    on the left or at the center. While holding pressed the for the first digit 1 (tens) from the stitch selection keys, turn on the sewing machine. After reaching the end of the stitching, press 4 ("Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button) once. This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those
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    Useful Sewing Tips Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Sewing curves After you have set up the machine with the thread Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing and needle
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    is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. X Once the trouble spot has been passed, the foot will return to its normal position. CAUTION pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break. a 1 Sewing direction When you encounter a seam that is too thick 1 to feed under the
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    from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch (left needle position). Sew while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with a marking in the needle plate. The 1 4 2 3 6 1 Seam 2 Presser foot 3 Centimeters 4 Inches 5 Needle plate 6 16 mm (5/8 inch) Useful Sewing Tips 53
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    SEWING BASICS 54
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    a side zipper 73 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 76 Stretch stitching 76 Elastic attaching 76 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 78 Appliqué stitching 79 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching 80 Piecing ...80 Quilting ...81 Free-motion quilting 82 Reinforcement Stitching 83
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    types of stitching available. Selecting stitching Turn on the sewing machine. 4 Using the operation panel keys, select the desired stitch. Immediately after turning on the machine, the straight stitch (left needle position) is selected. The machine can also be set to select the straight stitch
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    ■ [Example] Selecting stitch 04 . Press 1 select stitch 04. Select "0" with select "4" with (Stitch selection key) to or on the left, and then or on the right. To adjust the stitch length, slide the stitch 3 length adjustment slider up or down. Press the stitch length adjustment button, and then
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    foot that is used. Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G" Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting with overcasting foot "G". Stitch Name Pattern Application 06 Preventing fraying in medium weight and thin fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm
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    zigzag foot "J" Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern Application 04 Zigzag stitch Preventing fraying (center baseline/reverse stitching) Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 0.0-7.0 (1/8) (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto
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    the presser foot" (page 33). Lower the presser foot lever, and then 2 manually thread the needle. • The needle threader cannot be used. If the needle threader is used with the side cutter, the sewing machine may be damaged. Raise the presser foot lever. 3 b 1 Connecting fork 2 Needle clamp
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    thread under the side cutter, 7 and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. 0 The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide a 1 Guide plate • If the fabric then start a sewing. 3 X After using the side cutter, clean it by
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    Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Straight stitch (left 00 needle position) Basic stitching and sewing gathers or pintucks (left baseline
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    Manual Presser Foot 10 Blind hem stitch 11 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 00 (0) Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics -3 - 3- 2.0 1.0-3.5 (1/16) (1/16-1/8) R Sew the edge of the folded 5 hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 3 1
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    of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length" (page 47). Sew with the fold of the hem against the 7 presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching. 8 1 2 1 2 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right
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    sewn on. Seven stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes and one stitch for sewing on buttons. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 40 Horizontal buttonholes on thin 5.0 3.0-5.0 0.4 0.2-1.0 and
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    the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. 1 1 1 1 Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 3 4 A 1 Button guide plate 2 Presser foot scale 3 Pin 4 Marks on buttonhole foot 5 5 mm (3/16 inch
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    15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. 1 2 1 thread in 7 your left hand, and then start sewing. A 2 1 Mark on fabric (front) 2 Red marks on buttonhole foot X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews
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    adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width. 1 1 1 Eyelet punch • When using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the width" (page 47). Memo ● Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric.
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    stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of 1 buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it. Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with
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    between the button holes. X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. • If additional strength is needed to secure the button, perform the button-sewing operation twice. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the 9 bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching
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    you. 1 1 Shank lever 3 After sewing is finished, cut the upper thread 2 with plenty of excess, wind it around the thread between the button and the fabric, and then tie it to the upper thread at the beginning of the stitching. Tie together the ends of the bobbin thread at the end and at the
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    Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch 01 (center needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing concealed opening. • For details, refer to "Basic Stitching" (page 62). Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the 2 edge of the fabric. 1 3 2 4 1 Basting
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    Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may • For details, refer to "Basic Stitching" (page 62). Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the 2 edge of the fabric. 1 3 2 4
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    and then baste or pin the zipper in place. CAUTION ● When using zipper foot "I", be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever, and then open the zipper and continue sewing. 1 Pin on
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    then 0 baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric. 1 When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the c end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever, and then open the zipper and continue
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    Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual a suitable length of the elastic tape be used. Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side
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    05 . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 56). Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while 4 stretching the tape so that it front of the presser foot with your right hand. 3 CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break
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    be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 04 Zigzag stitch 17 Attaching appliqués 3.5 (center baseline/reverse stitching) (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Appliqué quilting, free-motion quilting, satin
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    then fold over the seam allowance using an iron. • Remove the thick to. When sewing around corners, stop the machine with the needle sewing direction. 1 1 Basting stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". 4 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33). Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt
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    quilt) stitching Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and 1 place it over the lower piece. Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the 2 pattern spans over both pieces. Sew right side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 14 . 1 1 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) ■ For a seam
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    batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric is called "quilting". Quilts can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Baste the fabric to be
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    STITCHES Free-motion quilting With free-motion quilting, lower the feed dogs (using the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. The optional quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting. Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear 4 of the machine on
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    Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual used to reinforce points subject to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing sewing. 3 • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 42). Determine the desired length of the bar tack. 1 Set the button guide
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    the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 7 fabric, and cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original 8 position. a 1 Do not reduce the
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    Manual 7.0 (1/4) 7.0, 6.0 or 5.0 (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) - - Presser Foot N Attach monogramming foot "N". 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33). Start sewing. 5 X Once sewing is completed, the machine 3 automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Use
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    Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Presser Foot 25 Fagoting stitch 26 22 Joining 23 stitch 24 Shell tuck 13 stitch 25 Smocking stitch 26 Scallop 21 stitch 31 32 33 Hemstitching 34 35 Sewing two pieces of fabric together across an open seam 5.0 0.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 (3/16) (0-1/4) (3/32) (1/16
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    thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric 1 along their seams. Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by 2 about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer. If you draw a line down the middle of the thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing
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    stitching or embroidering over gathers is called "smocking". It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking necessary to sew reverse/ reinforcement stitches. • At the end of the stitching, the thread is pulled out about 5 cm (2 inches). Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers
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    be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Attach zigzag foot "J". 1 J Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. 7 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 33). Sew together the right sides of the two pieces 2 of fabric, and
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    on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). • 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. Attach monogramming foot "N". 2 CAUTION
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    foot "N". 2 With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew 4 along the right edge of the frayed section. • For sew the opposite side. 5 4 3 Sew along the other edge of the frayed section 6 so that it looks like the previous stitching. N N ■ Drawnwork (Example 2) Pull out several threads
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    UTILITY STITCHES 92
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    4 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings...94 Utility stitches ...94 Care and Maintenance 100 Cleaning the machine surface 100 Cleaning the race 100 Troubleshooting ...102 Error messages 105 Operation beep 106 Index ...107
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    APPENDIX Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Center Left Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern
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    Manual Auto Manual 14 Piecing straight stitch 15 Straight stitch that looks 16 hand-sewn (for quilting) Zigzag stitch 17 (for quilting) 18 Appliqué stitch (for quilting) 19 Quilting No No Patchwork stitching, J decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric, 5.0 (3/
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    Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 27 Ladder stitch 28 Rick-rack stitch 16) Yes (J) Reinforcement No No N Lace sewing, decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 stitching, etc. N Decorative hemming, ribbon threading, heirloom stitching, etc. 5.0 1.5-7.0 (3/16
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    Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 40 A Horizontal buttonholes on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 64-1/16) No Automatic reinforcement No No 4 47 Bar tack stitch Button-sewing 48 stitch A Reinforcing openings and areas where the seam easily comes loose
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    Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 2.5 (3/32) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No Reinforcement No No 3.0 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No Reinforcement No
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    Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 67 N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Yes (J) Reinforcement No No 68 N For decoration, etc
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    cover Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to remove 1 the screw in the needle plate cover. CAUTION ● Unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. Cleaning the race Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the bobbin case; therefore
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    Bobbin case Use thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3153-151), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed, otherwise the needle may break. Care and Maintenance
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    a burr on it. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. Reference page 15 page 42 - page
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    it. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. - A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. page 16 The bobbin thread is incorrectly
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    the race. Clean the race. Correct the upper threading. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. Press the "Needle Position" button. Correctly install the
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    the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the race. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Reference page 69, 82 page 48 page 94 page 34 page 100 - Error messages If ("Start/Stop" button) is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set
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    sounded. ■ If an incorrect operation is performed Two or four beeps are sounded. ■ If the machine locks up, for example, because the thread is tangled The sewing machine continues to beep for four seconds. The machine automatically stops. Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and correct it
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    10 free-arm sewing 37 free-motion quilting 82 H B handle 10 bar tack 83 handwheel 10, 41 basic stitching 62 blind hem stitch 63 hard case 7 heirloom stitching 90 4 blind stitch foot 7 bobbin 7, 20 I bobbin case 20 bobbin cover 10, 20 bobbin thread 20 included accessories
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    guide plate 9, 18, 24 thread take-up lever check window 9 thread tension 46 thread tension dial 9, 46 top cover 9, 17, 23 trial sewing 51 triple stretch stitch 83 troubleshooting 102 twin needle 7, 27, 32 U upper thread 22 upper thread tension 46 W walking foot 8, 35, 81 wide table
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GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
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APPENDIX
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