Operation Manual

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S2_brotherE.book Page A Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Enclosed Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are enclosed. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. CONTENTS Accessories Note (For U.S.A. only) 1. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 24. 25. 10.* 11. 12. 13. 20. 21. 22. 23.
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S2_brotherE.book Page B Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Names of Machine Parts and 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. E 1 2 D C B A 4 ? 5 9 6 UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX 9 Operation buttons Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and raise and lower the needle.
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S2_brotherE.book Page C Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM ———————————————————————————————————————— Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Right-side/rear view Needle and presser foot section CONTENTS 1 1 2 2 3 7 7 6 5 4 6 4 5 APPENDIX Memo UTILITY STITCHES 1 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 2 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.
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S2_brotherE.book Page D Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Operation buttons 1 CONTENTS The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 2 GETTING READY 7 3 6 5 4 3 Needle position button Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.
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S2_brotherE.book Page E Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Operation panel 1 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 Stitches There are 50 stitches. Select stitch 00-49. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. 2 Stitch indicator / 3 Stitch selection key Press the stitch selection key, and then select the number for the stitch that you wish to use. 50 stitches are available. For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 1 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Enclosed Accessories Optional Accessories CONTENTS The following are available as optional accessories. 2. 4. 5. 3. GETTING READY 1. SEWING BASICS 1. Side cutter Part code: SA177, XC3879-002 2. Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. Guide foot Part code: SA133, XC1957-002 4. Walking foot Part code: SA140, XC2214-002 5.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 2 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Introduction GETTING READY Sewing Machine Features CONTENTS Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions” (page 6), 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 be accessed for future reference.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 3 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Contents Accessories .............................................................................................................................................Cover A Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions .......................................................... Cover B Optional Accessories ...........................................................................................................1 Introduction ..............................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 4 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— SEWING BASICS .............................................................................................41 Sewing ............................................................................................................................... 42 Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 5 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX .......................................................................................................95 Stitch Settings ....................................................................................................................96 Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 100 Cleaning the shuttle ...............................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 6 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using. - To reduce the risk of electric shock: DANGER 1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: APPENDIX INDEX 6 UTILITY STITCHES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use. SEWING BASICS 1.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 7 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com UTILITY STITCHES For repair or adjustment 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.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY CONTENTS 1 The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...............................................................................12 Upper Threading ....................................................................................................18 Replacing the Needle ......................................................................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 10 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turning the Machine On/Off Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. CONTENTS This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. WARNING result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Turning on the machine then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a 2 household electrical outlet. 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 Make sure that the machine is not sewing. 2 the right side of the machine (set it to “{”).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Winding/Installing the Bobbin Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CONTENTS This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. CAUTION machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 13 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM 5 Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. CAUTION 6 the bobbin thread spool pin. Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— While using your left hand to hold the end of 9 the thread that wraps around the thread guide Memo for bobbin winding, use your right hand to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin five or six times.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 15 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Slide the sewing speed controller to the right a (so that the speed will be fast). Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left. f Remove the bobbin from the shaft. g Remove the spool cap and spool. CONTENTS e GETTING READY 1 1 Sewing speed controller b Press (start/stop button) once. Swing down the bobbin thread spool pin, 1 the sewing speed controller back to its original position.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 16 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 2 Installing the bobbin Hold the bobbin with your right hand and 3 hold the end of the thread with your left. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. 4 thread unrolls to the left.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Reattach the bobbin cover. 7 Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the CONTENTS bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. 2 1 GETTING READY X The lower threading is finished. Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in “Upper Threading” (on the next page). Memo SEWING BASICS ● You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upper Threading CAUTION CONTENTS In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM CAUTION allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break. Loading the spool into the thread cassette CONTENTS ● Two spool cap sizes are available, Load the spool of thread into the enclosed thread cassette to prepare the upper thread. GETTING READY Memo 1 Turn on the sewing machine.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 20 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Push the thread cassette eject lever on the left 3 side of the machine toward the back. Place the spool for the upper thread onto the 6 spool pin. CONTENTS Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the left, as seen from the top. 1 1 X The thread cassette is raised.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 21 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM While holding the end of the thread with your 8 right hand and the thread cassette with your left hand, close the cover. 1 Follow arrow 2 indicated on the thread cassette. 1 Push 2 Gap Pass the thread along the bottom of the thread a cassette. SEWING BASICS Follow arrow 4 indicated on the thread cassette. Pass the thread through the notch in the b lower-right corner of the thread cassette, and then pull the thread to the left.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 22 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pull the thread under the disc at the front in c the lower-left corner and around to the right, Threading the needle In this section, the procedures for installing the thread cassette and threading the needle are described. The needle threader is used to thread the needle at the same time that the thread cassette is inserted. CONTENTS and then cut the thread with the cutter.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 23 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Insert the thread cassette into the thread 2 cassette compartment. Slowly press down on the thread cassette until it clicks into place. CONTENTS • If the needle is not raised to the correct position, the needle cannot be threaded with the needle threader. Be sure to check that the thread cassette indicator is lit up in green before inserting the thread cassette.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 24 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 5 Close the thread cassette compartment cover. Using the extra spool pin 1 pin. Place the spool of thread onto the extra spool 1 2 Note 1 Extra spod pin 2 Spool Slide the spool cap for the size of the spool 2 onto the spool pin. 1 Spool cap UTILITY STITCHES 1 SEWING BASICS ● When inserting the thread cassette into its compartment, slowly press it down.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 25 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Thread the thread cassette with the thread 4 from the spool on the extra spool pin. Thread the needle manually (without using the needle threader) CONTENTS When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or less, the wing needle or the twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. 1 • Refer to “Replacing the needle” (page 32). Remove the needle.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 26 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Load the spool for the second thread color Using the twin needle 3 onto the extra spool pin. CONTENTS Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different colors. Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality. Be sure to use the enclosed twin needle and the extra spool pin.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 27 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Insert the thread cassette (with the extra spool 5 pin attached) into the thread cassette compartment. Remove the thread for the right side of the 8 stitch from the needle bar thread hook, and then use it to thread the right needle. CONTENTS to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35). • For more details, refer to step 5 in “Using the extra spool pin” (page 24). • The needle threader cannot be used.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 28 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Start sewing. a • For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 45). ● Do not try turning the fabric with the UTILITY STITCHES twin needle left in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 29 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Pull out about 10-15 cm (3/8-5/8 inch) of the Pulling up the bobbin thread the rear of the machine. CONTENTS When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. 5 bobbin thread under the presser foot toward Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. 1 • Refer to steps 1 through 5 of “Installing the bobbin” (page 16). Pass the bobbin thread through the slot.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 30 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the Needle Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. ● Only use home sewing machine needles.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 31 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Memo Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 32 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the needle with your left hand, and then Replacing the needle Press screw counterclockwise to remove the needle. 1 (needle position button) once or 1 twice to raise the needle. 2 • Do not apply a strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. 1 Turn off the sewing machine.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 33 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM While holding the needle with your left hand, 6 use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. ■ Using the needle-changing tool Use the enclosed needle-changing tool to replace the needle as described below. CONTENTS GETTING READY Install the twin needle in the same way. Pass the needle through the hole in the 1 needle-changing tool.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 34 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 4 Lower the needle-changing tool. Insert the needle until it touches the needle 7 stopper, and then use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. CONTENTS Insert the new needle into the hole in the 5 needle-changing tool. Insert the needle with the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine. X The needle is installed.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 35 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Replacing the Presser Foot CONTENTS The presser foot presses down on the fabric. Presser foot precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet. CAUTION 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 machine.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 36 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Press the black button at the back of the 4 presser foot holder. Raise the presser foot lever to check that the 7 presser foot is securely attached. CONTENTS 1 2 X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 37 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Hold the presser foot holder in place with Removing the presser foot holder 2 your right hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. CONTENTS Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 38 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using the optional walking foot ● Be sure to securely tighten the screw Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ■ Attaching the walking foot Remove the presser foot holder. foot holder” (on the previous page). Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot 2 onto the needle clamp screw.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 39 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM 3 Raise the presser foot lever. CONTENTS 1 GETTING READY 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised. With a screwdriver, loosen the presser foot 4 holder screw, and then remove the walking foot. SEWING BASICS 1 1 Presser foot holder screw UTILITY STITCHES Attach the presser foot holder. 5 • For details, refer to “Removing the presser foot holder” (page 37).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 40 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Cylindrical Pieces Then, install the flap back to its original 5 position. Free-arm sewing Removing the flap allows for free-arm sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs. Slide the flap off to the left. 2 machine) out toward you. SEWING BASICS X With the flap removed, free-arm sewing is possible.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 41 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS CONTENTS 2 The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Adjusting the Thread Tension .................................................................................50 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ...................................................................51 Useful Sewing Tips .................................................................................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 42 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing CAUTION CONTENTS Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, GETTING READY keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and balance wheel, otherwise injuries may occur.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 43 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM General sewing procedure 1 Turn on the machine. CONTENTS Follow the basic procedures below to sew. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to “Turning on the machine” (page 11). ↓ Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). GETTING READY 2 ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 44 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Positioning the fabric 1 Turn on the sewing machine. Press 5 Lower the presser foot lever. (needle position button) once or 1 1 Presser foot lever SEWING BASICS twice to raise the needle. GETTING READY The straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 45 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM When the end of the stitching is reached, (start/stop button) once. 3 press Starting to sew ■ Using the operation buttons Sewing can be started and stopped using the operation button (start/stop button). When you are finished sewing, raise the 4 needle, and then cut the threads. • For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 49). ■ Using the foot controller Sewing can be started and stopped using the foot controller.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 46 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 3 Turn on the sewing machine. When you are finished sewing, raise the 7 needle, and then cut the threads. Memo Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or 4 right to select the desired sewing speed. ● Do not allow thread or dust to 1 1 Sewing speed controller • The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the foot controller’s maximum sewing speed.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 47 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM After sewing 3 to 5 stitches, press Securing the stitching Keep the reverse/reinforcement stitch button held down until you reach the beginning of the stitching. Lower the needle into the fabric at the 1 beginning of the stitching, and then lower the CONTENTS When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at the end of an opening or where seams do not overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching to secure the end of the thread.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 48 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn, (reverse/reinforcement stitch button). 7 release Press (start/stop button), or press down 8 on the foot controller. pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other. At this time, if the start/stop button is held pressed, the machine sews at a low speed.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 49 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Cutting the thread 1 When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, press (needle position button) once to raise the needle. 1 When you wish to finish the stitching, press (thread cutter button) once. 1 1 Needle position button 1 Thread cutter button X The needle is raised. X The threads are cut and the needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 Raise the presser foot lever.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 50 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the Thread Tension Changing the tension of the upper thread 1 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric Upper thread Bobbin thread The upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric. Turn the thread tension dial upward to tighten the upper thread.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 51 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length Adjusting the stitch width X The stitch width adjustment indicator lights up. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the balance wheel toward you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Slide the stitch width adjustment slider to the 2 left or right.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 52 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the stitch length X The stitch length adjustment indicator lights up. CONTENTS Press the stitch length adjustment button in 1 the operation panel. 2 left or right.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 53 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Useful Sewing Tips CONTENTS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing direction to sew around the curve. For details on sewing with an even seam allowance, refer to “Sewing an even seam allowance” (page 55).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 54 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION Sewing thick fabrics 1 Sewing direction SEWING BASICS 1 thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break. GETTING READY ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot “J” is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 55 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Sewing thin fabrics To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the right of the presser foot, and the edge of the fabric is aligned with either the right edge of the presser foot or a marking on the needle plate. 1 1 2 1 Stabilizer material or paper First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 57 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES CONTENTS 3 The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Overcasting Stitches ...............................................................................................60 Basic Stitching ........................................................................................................64 Blind Hem Stitching .....................................................................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 58 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting Stitching Selecting stitching A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. Determine the stitch that you wish to use. Determine which presser foot should be used 2 with the selected stitch. Attach the presser foot. 3 • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 59 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM To adjust the stitch width, slide the stitch 2 width adjustment slider to the left or right. CONTENTS Press the stitch width adjustment button, and then slide the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 60 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Overcasting Stitches Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” CONTENTS Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. Seven stitches are available for overcasting. The procedure for sewing overcasting stitch is explained according to the presser foot that is used.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 61 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” Stitch Name Application Pattern Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Manual Auto Manual 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) Zigzag stitch (center needle position) Preventing fraying (center baseline/ reverse stitching) 3-point zigzag stitch Preventing fraying in thick fabrics and 5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 62 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Stitch Name Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Manual Auto Manual Sewing straight stitches while cutting the fabric 0.0 (0) 0.0–2.5 (0–3/32) 2.5 0.2–5.0 (3/32) (1/64–3/16) Preventing fraying in thin and mediumweight fabrics while cutting the fabric 3.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 63 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Raise the presser foot lever to check that the 4 side cutter is securely attached. Position the fabric in the side cutter. 8 The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of the side cutter. CONTENTS CAUTION ● If the thread cassette is to be installed with the side cutter attached, be sure to lower the presser foot lever.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 64 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Basic Stitching Stitch Name Application Pattern Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Presser Foot Manual 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 0.2–5.0 (3/32) (1/64–3/16) Straight stitch (center needle position) Basic stitching and sewing gathers or pintucks (center baseline/reverse stitching) – – 2.5 0.2–5.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 65 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Blind Hem Stitching Stitch Name Application Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitching on mediumweight fabrics 0.0 (0) +3 – –3 2.0 1.0–3.5 (1/16) (1/16–1/8) R Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics 0.0 (0) +3 – –3 2.0 1.0–3.5 (1/16) (1/16–1/8) R GETTING READY Blind hem stitch Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 66 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjust the stitch width until the needle 6 slightly catches the fold of the hem. 1 1 Needle drop point 1 2 3 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Remove the basting stitching.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 67 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Buttonhole Stitching Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics 5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.2–1.0 (3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16) Buttonholes with bar tacks on both ends for stabilized fabrics 5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.2–1.0 (3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16) Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 3.0–6.0 1.0 0.5–2.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 68 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Buttonhole sewing 1 GETTING READY 1 1 Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position 1 and length of the buttonhole. SEWING BASICS 1 Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot “A”, which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. CONTENTS The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter + thickness of the button).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 69 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot. • When lowering the presser foot, do not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the buttonhole will not be sewn with the correct size. CONTENTS ■ 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 plate to the calculated length.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 70 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 8 fabric, and cut the thread. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at 0 the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut. 1 ● When opening the buttonhole with the seam ripper, do not place your hands in the cutting direction, otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 71 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Measure the distance between the holes in the Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the GETTING READY Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 72 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 4 Place the button into button-sewing foot “M”. CAUTION does not touch the button, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Start sewing. 9 • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low 1 1 Button Select stitch . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as 6 the distance between the holes in the button.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 73 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Zipper Insertion Stitch Name Application Pattern Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and pintucks Auto Manual – – Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Presser Foot Manual 2.5 0.2–5.0 (3/32) (1/64–3/16) I There are many methods for inserting zippers. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side zipper are described below. Press open the seam allowance from the Inserting a centered zipper 3 wrong side of the fabric.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 74 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 6 Select stitch . Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper for side openings and back openings. CAUTION ● When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to 7 Topstitch around the zipper. 1 2 3 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 End of zipper opening Attach zigzag foot “J” and sew straight 1 stitches up to the zipper opening.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 75 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Press the seam allowance so that the right side 4 (the side that will not be stitched) has an extra 3 mm (1/8 inch). CAUTION 1 Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the 8 extra 3 mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base Align the zipper teeth with the pressed edge 5 of the fabric having the extra 3 mm (1/8 inch), of the zipper. and then baste or pin the zipper in place.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 76 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Close the zipper, turn over the fabric, and 0 then baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric. When you are about 5 cm (2 inch) from the c end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper, d and then continue sewing. CONTENTS with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 77 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stitch Name Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Application Pattern Auto Auto Presser Foot Manual Stretch fabrics 1.0 1.0–3.0 2.5 1.0–4.0 (1/16) (1/16–1/8) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) Attaching elastic 5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.0 (3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16) GETTING READY Stretch stitch Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 78 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 3 Select stitch . Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while 4 stretching the tape so that it is the same length GETTING READY as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CONTENTS • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 79 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Stitch Name Application Pattern Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Manual Auto Manual Attaching appliqués (center baseline/ reverse stitching) 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) Appliqué quilting, free-motion quilting, satin stitching 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) Attaching appliqués 3.5 2.5–5.0 2.5 1.6–4.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 80 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Select a stitch. 5 • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” Appliqué stitching (page 58). 6 begin sewing around the edge of the appliqué, Turn the balance wheel toward you, and then making sure that the needle drops just outside of the appliqué. CONTENTS Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam 1 allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 81 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the 2 pattern spans over both pieces. Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance. Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot. CONTENTS Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and 1 place it over the lower piece.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 82 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Memo Quilting Sandwiching 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. 1 Baste the fabric to be quilted. CONTENTS ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width. Attach the walking foot.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 83 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Free-motion quilting CONTENTS With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (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. Insert the stem of the quilter into the hole at holder.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 84 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). 4 of the machine on the base, to After sewing is finished, slide the drop feed (to the left as seen from the front of the machine) to raise the feed dogs. • Normally, the drop feed lever is positioned at the left.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 85 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Application Pattern Bar tack stitch Reinforcing the seams of sleeves and inseams Reinforcing the ends of openings, such as the corners of pockets Triple stretch stitching 1 Attach zigzag foot “J”. Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 1.5–4.0 (3/32) (1/16–3/16) J 2.0 1.0–3.0 0.4 0.3–1.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 86 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attach buttonhole foot “A”. 2 • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. foot” (page 35). Select stitch . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58).
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S2_brotherE.book Page 87 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Eyelet Stitching Stitch Name Pattern Attach monogramming foot “N”. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 7.0, 6.0 or 5.0 (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) – – 5 Presser Foot N Start sewing. Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35). 2 Select stitch 6 center of the eyelet. .
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S2_brotherE.book Page 88 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Decorative Stitching Stitch Name Application Sewing two pieces of fabric together across an open seam Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 1.0–4.0 (3/32) (1/16–3/16) Satin scallop stitching Lace sewing, decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 1.2 0.2–4.0 (1/16) (1/64–3/16) 5.0 2.5–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 89 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Sew with the center of the presser foot 6 aligned along the center of the two pieces of Fagoting fabric. CONTENTS Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric 1 along their seams.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 90 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Scallop stitching 1 The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. Attach monogramming foot “N”. 1 Attach zigzag foot “J”. 2 Select stitch .
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S2_brotherE.book Page 91 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM 5 Select stitch or . 6 Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Stitch between the straight stitches. 1 Attach zigzag foot “J”. CONTENTS • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). Joining J Sew together the right sides of the two pieces 7 Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. 2 of fabric, and then open up the seam allowances.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 92 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 4 Heirloom stitching Start sewing. 1 CONTENTS When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin or mediumweight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. Install the wing needle. ● Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 2 Attach monogramming foot “N”.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 93 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM 2 Attach monogramming foot “N”. ■ Drawnwork (Example 2) CONTENTS • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35). Select stitch . Pull out several threads from two sections of • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). 1 the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm (3/16 inch). With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew 4 along the right edge of the frayed section.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 95 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX Stitch Settings .........................................................................................................96 Maintenance ........................................................................................................100 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................102 Error messages ..................................................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 96 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Stitch Settings Walking Foot Side cutter 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reverse No Yes J/I Attaching zippers, basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. – – 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16) Yes Reverse No No Triple stretch stitch J Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5–4.
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Walking Foot Side cutter 1.2 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) Yes Reinforcement No No J Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric, such as with tricot 5.0 (3/16) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) Yes Reinforcement No No J Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) Yes Reinforcement No No J Fagoting and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 98 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM 0.4 (1/64) 0.2–1.0 (1/64–1/16) No Automatic reinforcement No No A Secured buttonholes for fabrics that have backings 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2–1.0 (1/64–1/16) No Automatic reinforcement No No A Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics 6.0 3.0–6.0 (15/54) (1/8–15/64) 1.0 (1/16) 0.5–2.0 (1/32–1/16) No Automatic reinforcement No No A Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0–6.0 (15/54) (1/8–15/64) 1.
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Walking Foot Side cutter 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No No N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No No N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No No N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No No N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4) 0.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 100 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Maintenance Cleaning the machine surface Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the shuttle; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. 1 Turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 101 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Turn the balance wheel toward you until the 3 tip of the shuttle hook aligns with the edge of the race shelf. 1 2 Shuttle race Shuttle Edge of the shuttle race Tip of the shuttle hook GETTING READY 1 2 3 4 2 • Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward you. Turning the balance wheel away from you may damage the machine. 2 Remove the shuttle. 4 Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it out.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 102 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 11 The start/stop button was not pressed. Press the start/stop button. page 45 The presser foot lever is raised. Lower the presser foot lever. page 44 The start/stop button was pressed, even though the foot controller is connected.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 103 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference Correct the upper threading. page 18 There are knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots or tangles. – The selected needle is not appropriate for the thread being used. Select a needle that is appropriate for the type of stitch being used. The upper thread breaks. Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the shuttle, clean the shuttle. The needle is bent or blunt.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 104 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom The spool is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the spool. page 18 The combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct. Select a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn. page 30 The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 31 If thin fabrics are being sewn, the stitch is too coarse.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 105 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Symptom Remedy Reference The feed dogs are lowered. Slide the drop feed lever to the left. page 83 The stitch is too fine. Lengthen the stitch length. page 52 The presser foot that is used is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew. Attach the presser foot that is appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew. page 96 The thread is tangled, for example, in the shuttle. Remove the tangle thread.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 106 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Error messages Error Message CONTENTS If the start/stop button is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an error message appears in the stitch indicator. Follow the instructions that appear. If you press (Stitch selection key) or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 107 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM Changing the needle stop position CONTENTS 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. 2 While pressing the left stitch selection key ( ), turn on the sewing machine. GETTING READY 1 SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES X The needle stop position changes to the raised position.
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S2_brotherE.book Page 108 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Index + key ....................................................................Cover E fagoting .........................................................................89 features ...........................................................................2 feed dog position switch ................................Cover C, 84 feed dogs ............................................
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S2_brotherE.book Page 109 Wednesday, May 14, 2003 8:05 PM patchwork stitching .......................................................81 piecing ..........................................................................81 pocket corners ..............................................................85 positioning fabric ..........................................................44 presser foot ....................................................Cover C, 35 presser foot holder .................................
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