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    Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-E42 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 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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    Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are
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    must be replaced by 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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    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, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use. FOR
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    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment ...7 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 The main parts ...8 Needle and presser foot section ...9 Operation buttons ...9
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    ...49 BLIND HEM STITCHING 50 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 53 Button sewing ...57 ZIPPER INSERTION ...59 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 61 Stretch on storing the machine ...91 Cleaning the machine surface ...91 Cleaning the race ...91 TROUBLESHOOTING ...94 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...94 Upper
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    Bobbin (4) (One is on machine.) Part Code XZ5134-001 XC2691-033 XC3098-031 XD0810-031 X59370-021 XE2650-001 XE2137-001 SA129 SA125 XZ5082-001 SA156 No. Part Name 12 Needle set 13 Twin needle 14 Ball point needle at the beginning of sewing thick fabrics. (page 45) Part Code XC8834-021 131096-
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    in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment. 1. Open the compartment as shown in the figure 1 below. 2. 3. No. Part Name 1 Walking foot 2 Quilting guide 3 Eyelet punch Part Code SA140 SA132 XZ5051-001 a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment Note ● Store the accessories in the
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 17) This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread. b Upper tension-control dial (page 43) This controls the tension of the upper thread. c Bobbin-winding thread guide and
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    the race. h Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. i Quick-set bobbin You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin. a Needle threader (page 28) b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when
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    Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. Spool pin As shown, press down on the spool pin lever with
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    sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position. If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine from the spool pin, and then the hole on the back of the machine, as fold up the spool pin, as shown in the illustration, shown.
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Flip chart You can check the pattern numbers of the stitches using the flip chart on the machine. Hold the notch with your finger to flip the chart. 1 a Notch 12
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    USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 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 shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make
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    into its jack/socket on the rear side of the sewing machine. 12 a Main power switch b Jack/socket connector Set the main power switch to "I". b X The sewing light comes on when the machine is turned on. Memo ● When the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound when they
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    the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. Changing the needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the
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    pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch width b adjustment key) and turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch width adjustment key). X The
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    the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 20. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to
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    SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool of thread for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. Memo ● When sewing then pass the thread under the thread guide. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool
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    or held at an angle, injuries may occur when the thread is wound around the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pre-tension disk. Turn on the sewing machine. i While holding the end of the thread, gently j press the foot controller or press (start
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    left and remove the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not
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    speed controller back to its k original position. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press h stop button) to start. (start/ Note ● If
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    cover. c 1 2 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● 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 enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Actual
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    the slit, as shown. press (needle position button), and raise the • If the thread is not correctly inserted through presser foot lever. the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 43). Turn off the sewing machine. b 1 Slide the button and open
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (c). Replace the bobbin cover
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    Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the needle threader, see page 28. 1 CAUTION a Spool pin b Mark on the handwheel ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE As shown, press down on the spool pin lever d with your finger. X the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become
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    the upper thread as shown in the j illustration below. ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Thread take-up lever Memo ● If the needle is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot
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    incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader a Needle bar thread guide Turn off the sewing machine. m CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine without using the needle threader. If you accidentally step on the foot controller
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    hook will pull the thread through the needle. a Presser foot lever Pass the end of the thread through the presser i foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 29
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    YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either
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    follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injury. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that
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    the flat surface is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface 32 CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller
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    apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise
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    have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and injure you. ● You can not use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to
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    front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Turn on the sewing machine. i Note ● When using the twin needle, the stitches may become bunched
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    once or twice. Press the black button at the back of the d presser foot holder to release the presser foot. or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on, b turn it off. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place a different presser foot below the holder e so that
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    left hand. Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the presser foot holder may fall off and the needle may strike it, causing the needle to bend or break. 37
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    SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing 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
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    Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The c number of the selected stitch is displayed. Press
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    bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking. Press the "+" or "-" side of (stitch b length adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch length. a Stitch
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    lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching. 2 or a Mark b Needle position button machine. Lower the presser foot lever. e a Presser foot lever Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or f right to adjust the sewing speed. Refer to "Sewing speed controller" (page 15). a Sewing
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    BASICS Take your foot off the foot controller, or press h (start/stop button) once (if the machine was started by pressing (start/stop button)). X The machine stops sewing. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel i toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up, or raise
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    your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is shown as below. If the thread is not shown as below, the thread is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly. For details
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    stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle was raised, lower the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or by pressing
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    the presser foot is not level, as shown below. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener tape which is designed for sewing. When glue adheres to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and
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    removed, free-arm sewing is possible. • When sewing cylindrical pieces, follow the next step. Note ● When you are finished with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the b arm, and then sew from the top. 46
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Zigzag stitch Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Using zigzag foot Sew to the edge of the
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    foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a Guide Slowly turn the handwheel toward you d (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the e presser foot guide. 1 a Needle drop point CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width
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    . Straight Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Left Center J 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual machine starts sewing.
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    f Basting Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the i arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing. 1 2
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    If the needle does not catch the hem fold If the needle does not catch the hem fold, adjust the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 39). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the m fabric
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    SEWING Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual the machine starts sewing.
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    parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used to create buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide fabric b Buttonhole sewing Pull out the button guide plate of
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    size. Note ● If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch. X Once sewing is completed, the 3 machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, i remove the fabric, and cut the thread
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    buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric. Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp g thread to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it. With a seam ripper, cut the middle part of the h gimp thread remaining at the top end of the
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    (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the 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. 3 a Feed dog position lever
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    the needle may bend or break. Start sewing. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread
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    foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle. Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length
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    right side e of the pin on zipper foot "I". I CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing. If the needle hits the zipper, the needle may break and you may be injured. a Pin on the right side b Needle drop point Select stitch . f CAUTION ● Turn the handwheel by hand to make
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 04 Sewing machine starts sewing
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric , pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch any pins, otherwise the
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual ) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 63
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    , do not apply glue to areas that will be sewn with the machine. If glue is attached to the needle or race, the machine may be damaged. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch . c Sew along the edge of the fabric with the d needle dropping off the edge at the right. Remove the basting, if necessary
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    guide. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns. Reverse stitches cannot be sewn with the walking foot. ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading the needle using the needle threader
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    optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches guide so that b the guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn. Note ● Thread the needle manually when using the quilting foot, or only attach the quilting foot after threading the needle using the needle threader
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    the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it a Pattern After sewing is machine on the base, to (to positioned at . the right as seen from the front of the machine). a Feed dog position lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, J 03 sewing and the machine starts sewing. Triple
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    hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. a Do not reduce the gap. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, g remove the fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch
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    Twin Needle Walking 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16 start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is
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    parallel stitching at intervals of 10 mm c (3/8 inch). 1 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers. d Smooth the gathers by ironing them. • For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot
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    Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 39). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the fabric. 1 Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of
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    thin or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. CAUTION ● 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 "Upper threading
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    Needles 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 . 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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    UTILITY STITCHES Selecting characters ■ Selecting a character [Example] Selecting stitch "C" (No. 03). Turn on the sewing machine. a Press the "+" side of (stitch width d adjustment key) to enter the selected character. Press the stitch category selection key twice b and confirm that the
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    . • For details on sewing characters, refer to "Sewing the character stitches" (page 79). Memo ● The combination of characters will be stored in memory even if you turn off the machine. 3 Press the "+" side of (stitch width c adjustment key) to enter the selected character. a Stitch width
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    pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. ■ Making a new combination of characters after sewing Memo ● When you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. Press the stitch category selection
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    key X The last character will be deleted. X The stitch is sewn in the direction indicated by the arrow. Memo ● When sewing characters, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches for each character. ● While sewing, the LCD shows the pattern No. currently being sewn. When you have finished
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    (There is no space between characters.) C: Overstretched (The stitch "0" has a gap.) If the pattern you sewed does not look like A, use the following steps to adjust the stitches. 80 † If the pattern is overstretched -9 and 9. ● The setting is saved in memory even if you turn off the machine.
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    characters "034" again. f Memo ● You can sew when you are in the stitch adjustment mode. If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, adjust the stitch again. Adjust the stitch until the
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    , be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual J 00 Left J 01 Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual stitch J Patchwork stitching, decorative 19 stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as
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    Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Decorative stitch Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch N 28 Decorative stitching and elasticattaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64-1/4) N 29 Lace sewing, decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc
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    Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Piecing straight stitch Hand-look quilting Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Quilting stippling Decorative stitch Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual sewing
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    APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) 2.5 (3/32
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    Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching N 90 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Reinf. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0
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    APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching etc. N 99 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual - - - - - - - - Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64) 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64)
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    foot: N Application: For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto: 7.0 (1/4) Manual: 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto: 0.4 (1/64) Manual: 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Twin Needle: **Yes (J) Walking Foot: No Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching: Reinforcement Shorter 4 Longer *: Pattern
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    APPENDIX Character stitches Presser Foot Twin Needle Stitch Width/ Stitch Length Stitch Type Pattern No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
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    should be cleaned periodically. Switch the machine off and unplug it. a 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. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug
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    before installing the bobbin case. CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure
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    with the top surface of the machine. a Needle plate cover CAUTION ● If the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine as shown below, remove the needle plate cover (step d), and then install it again (steps h and i). Sewing while the needle plate cover is not flush with
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    If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at " http://support.brother.com
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    to pass it through the slit in the needle plate, then cut it with the cutter. • After starting sewing, a rattling noise is made and sewing cannot continue. • Looking under the fabric, there is tangled thread in the bobbin case. 4 c Slit d Cutter Sewing with the correct thread tension is possible
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    that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Presser foot lever • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel e toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on
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    be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. 1 a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle according to steps m and k n in "Upper threading" (page 28) or steps b through i in "Using the needle threader" (page 28
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    to "4", and then refer to "Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric" (page 95) 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
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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. b Remove the needle. c If the needle the race. Remove the needle plate cover. f a Cleaning
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    nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around l the feed dogs. Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. m Align the two screw holes in the needle plate n with the two holes at the needle plate mounting base, and then fit the needle plate onto the machine. Turn the
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    may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. Attach the needle plate cover according to
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    the center of the hole in the needle plate. If the needle contacts the needle plate, remove the needle plate, and then install it again, starting with step m in "Removing the fabric from the machine" (page 100). Turn off the machine, and then install the f bobbin and presser foot. • Refer to "Lower
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    the procedure below to solve the problem. Symptom 1 : The machine rattles and then stops just after sewing is started. Symptom 2 : The needle plate cover. g • Refer to "Cleaning the race" (page 91). The machine rattles and then stops just after sewing is started. Set the bobbin in the bobbin case
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    (page 91). Set the bobbin in the bobbin case. h • Refer to "Cleaning the race" (page 91). If the needle is bent, replace it with a new i one. • Refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). Turn on the machine, and then press the j needle position button to raise the needle. • Refer to "Upper threading
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    install the needle. page 32 The sewing light does not come on. The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 14 The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. page 19 Bobbin thread does
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    your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. The bobbin case is scratched. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use
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    or the nearest authorised service center. - The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly
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    threading. page 25 Replace the bobbin case. The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest - authorized service center. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for
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    bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. page 17 4 Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin of stitch that you want to you want to sew. sew. page 82 The stitch is not sewn correctly
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    is performed incorrectly before the sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If stitch button or needle position button was pressed while the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right. Move the bobbin winder shaft to
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    50 bobbin 22 bobbin case 23 bobbin cover 9, 22, 23 bobbin winder 8, 17, 20, 105, 106, 110 needle 31 needle bar thread guide 9, 28 needle clamp screw 9, 33 needle plate 9 needle plate cover 9, 91 needle position 49 needle position button 9 needle threader 9, 28 O button sewing 57
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    stitch 49 stretch fabrics 46 T thick fabrics 44 thin fabrics 46 thread cutter 42 thread tension 43 trial sewing 44 triple stretch stitch 49 troubleshooting 94 twin needle 33, 34 U upper tension-control dial 8, 43, 98 upper threading 25 utility stitch indicator 10, 39 W walking foot
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    Please visit us at http://support.brother.com/ where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 885-E42 Printed in China XG6866-001
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
Product Code: 885-E42
Sewing Machine
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.