® SEWING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH 882-955 194955-011 Printed in Taiwan C M Y BK
“IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: “Read all instructions before using.” DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock. 1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12V 5 watts.
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY. If your sewing machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT 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.
CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING A BROTHER COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE Your machine is the most advanced computerized home use sewing machine available. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated into it, we suggest that you study this booklet. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the balance wheel, thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts. 2.
CONTENTS 2. UTILITY STITCHES ................................................. 35 CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USE ................................................... 4 PART NAMES ...................................................... 4 OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES ................. 6 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................ 6 DISPLAY PANEL ................................................. 7 OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................... 8 Using the operation buttons ...........................
3. FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES ................................................. 76 FONT STITCHES ............................................... Combining characters .................................. DECORATIVE STITCHES ................................. Selecting a decorative stitch ........................ Combining decorative stitches ..................... CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION .... CHANGING THE SIZE ....................................... Changing the size of a decorative stitch ......
BEFORE USE CHAPTER 1 PART NAMES 1 2 3 14 13 4 5 16 6 15 7 8 9 10 11 12 B 1– Handle 2– Spool cap 3– Thread guide for bobbin winding 4– LCD (liquid crystal display) 5– Needle threader lever 6– Thread cutter 7– Buttonhole sewing lever 8– Needle threader 9– Presser foot 10– Feed dog 11– Bobbin cover 12– Feed dog adjustment lever 13– Upper tension control dial 14– Bobbin winder device 15– Balance wheel 16– Speed range control lever 4 D C A– B– C– D– A Main power switch and connectors Accessory compa
A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND CONNECTORS 1 Main power switch Use to turn on/off the main power. 2 Foot controller jack Use to connect the foot controller. 3 Power cord Use to connect the machine to the power supply. CAUTION – When leaving the sewing machine unattended, the main switch of the machine must be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet. – When servicing the sewing machine, or when removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine or the electrical set must be unplugged. – For U.S.
OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES 1 2 3 No.
DISPLAY PANEL 1 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 9 0 2 1 2 3 4 info cfm clear A 0 5 3 4 56 6 7 7 8 8 9 memory enter B C 0 9 A B C C. DISPLAY PANEL 1 Stitches and patterns The utility stitches (00 ~ 29). 2 Screen The number of the selected stitch, the patterns, suggested presser foot and any messages or errors are shown here. 3 Stitch width keys Touch this key to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.
OPERATION BUTTONS Using the operation buttons D. OPERATION BUTTONS 1 Speed range control lever Slide this lever to change the sewing speed. 2 3 1 3 3 “REVERSE STITCH” button Hold down this button to sew either backwards or in the same place at a slow speed. When sewing a reverse stitch, sewing is done in reverse. When sewing a reinforcement stitch, three stitches are sewn at the same position. 4 START STOP 5 2 “NEEDLE POSITION” button Press this button to move the needle either up or down.
POWER SUPPLY WARNING – When leaving the sewing machine unattended or when it is not being used, turn off the main power switch of the machine or remove the plug from the wall outlet. CAUTION – Do not use this sewing machine with extension cords or multi-plug adaptors, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur. – Do not remove the plug from the wall outlet with wet hands, otherwise an electric shock may occur.
SCREEN 1 Shows the presser foot symbol. 3 4 1 2 Shows whether the automatic reinforcement stitching is turned on or off. 3 Displays an example of the selected stitch and any messages or errors. 2 4 Shows the number of the selected stitch. 5 6 5 Shows the width of the stitch. Normally, the appropriate stitch width for the selected stitch is shown in white numbers on a black background. If the stitch width is manually adjusted, it will appear in black numbers with no background.
LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY Example: To change the display language to Spanish. 1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while holding down the information key, turn the sewing machine on again. 2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times. 3. Press the enter key to change the display language.
Clearing the language selection Example: To change the display language from Spanish back to English 1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while holding down the information key, turn the sewing machine on again. 2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times. 3. Press the enter key to change the display language. CAUTION – This function can not be used as a translation function. – If the power supply is turned off, the current language setting will be retained and will not be cleared.
BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread CAUTION Be sure to use the specified bobbin (part code 136492-151). Using a different bobbin may result in injuries or damage. 3 2 4,9 5 6 7,8 1 1. Connect the machine to the power supply and turn on the main power. 2. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool.
3. Pass the thread through the thread guide as shown by the arrows. 4. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the shaft and place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft. Then, push the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 2 1 Spring on the shaft 2 Groove of the bobbin 1 1 2 5. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin four or five times, pass the end of the thread through the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread in the direction shown in the illustration.
Setting the bobbin 1. Slide open the bobbin cover. 1 1 Bobbin cover 2 Bobbin cover release button 2 2. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle with the thread direction as shown in the diagram. 3. Guide the thread end through the slit, then pull the thread toward you to cut off any excess thread. 1 1 Built-in thread cutter 4. Close the bobbin cover by placing the left end in place and pressing down lightly on the right end so that it snaps into place.
UPPER THREADING Note When threading the sewing machine, be sure that one of the presser foot mentioned in this Operation Manual is installed. 3 4 6 1 5 2 1. Raise the presser foot lever. (If the presser foot is not raised, the upper thread cannot be threaded.) Note In order to ensure that the upper threading is done correctly, this sewing machine is equipped with an upper threading shutter which prevents upper threading or needle threading while the presser foot is lowered. 2.
4. While holding the end of the thread with your left hand, pass the thread through the guides in the order shown by the numbers. 2 1 Note - If the thread is pushed down at 1 to make it taut, it can be passed around the other thread guides more easily. - Incorrectly feeding the thread will result in faulty sewing. 1 2 Threading the take-up lever 1 Thread take-up lever 4 1 5 5. Lower the presser foot. 6. Guide the thread through the wire loop and thread through needle eye.
* Rotating your right hand slightly to check that the thread is engaged. 11. While gently holding the thread, raise the needle threader lever. 5 12. Pull the thread towards the rear to finish the upper threading. 13. Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out from the rear of the machine by about 5 cm. 5 Using the extra spool pin and the net Extra spool pin Use when embroidering with metallic thread. 1. Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the bobbin winder shaft. 2.
STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING “START/STOP” button 1 Place the fabric under the presser foot, lower the presser foot, and then press the “START/STOP” button. The sewing machine starts sewing. * * Slide the speed range control lever to adjust the sewing speed. Hold down the “START/STOP” button to sew at a slow speed. 2. Press the “START/STOP” button to stop the sewing machine. Foot controller 1 Note Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the foot controller.
SELECTING A STITCH (UTILITY STITCHES) 1 2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 This sewing machine is equipped with 30 built-in utility stitches. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the stitch that you wish to use. A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the stitch. The selected stitch is shown on the screen. Note Before changing the stitch, press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle. Using the “ info ” (information) key 1.
Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch width and stitch length Stitch width [mm (in.)] Stitch length [mm (in.)] STITCH Auto Straight (Center) Straight (Left) Manual Auto Manual — 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/128–13/64) 00 — 01 02 Triple stitch 03 Stretch stitch 04 Zigzag 05 Elastic zigzag 06 07 Overcasting 08 09 Stitch length [mm (in.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (9/32) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–9/32) 2.0 (5/64) 0.4–2.5 (1/64–3/32) 2.0 (5/64) 1.0–3.0 (3/64–1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3–1.
THREAD TENSION Correct upper thread tension 5 4 3 6 2 The thread tension is normally set on “4” for general sewing applications. (Refer to the FABRIC/ THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART on page 27.) However, the thread tension dial can be used to adjust the tension of the upper thread in the following cases.
Tightening the upper thread tension Turn the thread tension dial to the right to tighten the upper thread tension. 4 3 2 6 5 4 3 1 1 2 3 4 Upper thread Bobbin thread Reverse side If the upper thread tension is too weak, locks appear on the reverse side of the fabric.
PRESSER FOOT Changing the presser foot 1. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Press the black button located at the back of the presser foot holder to release the foot. 1 Presser foot holder 1 4. Place the presser foot pin directly below the holder-end and lower the presser foot lever to attach the presser foot. 1 Holder-end 2 Foot pin 1 2 Removing the presser foot holder (while cleaning, etc.
FEED DOGS With the accessory compartment off the machine, the feed dog adjustment lever can be seen on the base of the sewing machine. Sliding the lever to the right will lower the feed dogs, for example during button sewing. If you wish to continue sewing normally, slide the lever to the left in order to raise the feed dogs. The feed dogs cannot be raised if the balance wheel does not turn, even if the lever is slid to the left.
NEEDLE Checking the needle Place the needle on a flat surface and check whether the space between the needle and the flat surface is parallel or not. 1 2 If the space is not parallel then the needle is bent and should be thrown away to prevent damage to your project or to the machine. 1 Space between the needle and the flat surface 2 Flat surface (needle plate, glass, ruler, etc.) Installing the needle securely 1. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle. 2.
FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART Today there are many different types of needles to suit a variety of sewing needs. Be sure to select the correct needle for a specific sewing project. For example, there are needles for denim material and others for sewing with metallic threads.
1. SEWING CHAPTER 2 TRIAL SEWING Sewing using a utility stitch 3 4 5 1 2 CAUTION – Be aware of the needle at all times while sewing, and keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle, balance wheel and thread take-up lever, otherwise an injury may result. – Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injury may result. – Never use bent needles. Such needles can easily break, which could result in injury. 1. Turn on the sewing machine.
5 4. Lower the presser foot. Press the “REVERSE STITCH” button to sew a few reverse stitches, and then press the “START/ STOP” button. The machine will start sewing at a slow speed. * 6 5 * Reverse stitches are sewn while the “REVERSE STITCH” button is pressed. The sewing speed cannot be adjusted while reverse stitches are sewn. 5. When sewing is completed, press the “REVERSE STITCH” button to sew a few reverse stitches. 6 6. Raise the presser foot, remove the fabric and cut the thread.
AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Before beginning to sew, touch this key to sew reinforcement stitches (reverse stitches if the straight stitch was selected) automatically at the beginning of the stitch when the “START/STOP” button is pressed and at the end of the stitch when the “REVERSE STITCH” button is pressed. 1. Select a stitch, then touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to change it to black.
STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH Adjusting the stitch width Making the stitch wider Press the “ ” stitch width key. Each press of the key increases the width of the stitch. Making the stitch narrower ” stitch width key. Each press of the key decreases Press the “ the width of the stitch. Adjusting the stitch length Making the stitch longer ” stitch length key. Each press of the key increases Press the “ the length of the stitch. Making the stitch shorter Press the “ ” stitch length key.
USEFUL SKILLS Sewing corners Stop the sewing machine with the needle in the fabric at the corner, then raise the presser foot and turn the fabric. 6 When sewing seams which are less than 5.0 mm (13/64" in width), baste the corner, then continue sewing while slowly changing the sewing direction and pulling the basting thread toward the rear of the machine. 6 Sewing folded parts Support the fabric while feeding by hand and sew the fabric toward the folded side.
5 Sewing a curve with a zigzag stitch Set the stitch length short in order to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel to the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve. 6 * For sharp corners, temporarily stop sewing with the needle in the material, then raise the presser foot and carefully turn the fabric while keeping it level with the presser foot. Lower the presser foot and continue sewing. Sewing on thick fabric 1.
Using the needle plate 15 25 35 Align the edge of the fabric with a line on the needle plate to sew even seam allowances. 1 1.5 cm (19/32") 1 Free-arm sewing Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs.
2. UTILITY STITCHES STRAIGHT STITCHES 00 01 03 02 5 J 00: Straight stitch (center needle position) for normal sewing 01: Straight stitch (left needle position) for normal sewing 02: For reinforced sewing 03: For stretch fabric 1. Baste or pin the fabrics together. 2. Attach presser foot “J”, sew three or four reverse stitches at the beginning, then start sewing. 1 1 3 to 4 reverse stitches 6 * 5 3.
Sewing stretch fabrics Baste the fabric pieces together, then sew along the basting without pulling the fabric. 5 * Do not pull the fabric while sewing. 1 Basting 6 1 Changing the stitch length Touch the “ length. ” or “ ” stitch length keys to adjust the stitch 1 : Longer 2 Automatic stitch length setting: 2.5 mm (3/32") 3 : Shorter * 3 2 For thin material which is less than 1.0 mm (3/64") thick, the maximum stitch length will automatically be set to 4.
ZIGZAG STITCHES 04 J 05 04: Zigzag stitch 05: Elastic zigzag stitch Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch) Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge of the fabric on the right side. 5 1 Needle drop point on the right side 6 Applique (using a zigzag stitch) 5 Attach the applique using adhesive or basting, then sew on the applique so that the needle drops over the edge of the applique on the right side.
OVERCASTING STITCHES 05 06 07 08 Sewing using stitch 06 G 05: For stretch fabric 06: For thin and medium fabric 07: For thick fabric 08: For medium, thick and easily frayed fabric 09: For stretch fabric 09 07 , or J 08 Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of presser foot “G”. 5 1 Guide 6 * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.
OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER) 00 05 06 07 00: Normal sewing 05: Zigzag stitch 06: Thin and medium fabrics 07: Thick fabric 08: Thick and medium stretch fabrics 08 By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric. 1. Push the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 5 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Unscrew screw on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot holder. 4.
6. Make a cut of about 2 cm (13/16") in the fabric. 1 2 cm (13/16") 1 5 5 1 3 6 2 A B 7. Place the fabric as shown left figure B. –Right side of cut: on top of the guide plate –Left side of cut: underneath of the presser foot 1 Guide plate (lower knife) 2 Presser foot 8. Thread the needle, and then pull out a long section of the upper thread, pass it below the presser foot and pull it out in the fabric feed direction. (See left figure B) 2 Presser foot 3 Upper thread 5 9.
BLIND HEM STITCHING 10 R 10: For other fabric 11: For stretch fabric 11 1. Fold the fabric and baste it as illustrated. 1 3 1 2 3 4 5 0.5 cm (13/64") Surface 0.5 cm (13/64") Reverse side Basting 2. Attach presser foot “R”. Lower the presser foot so that its guide aligns with the edge of the folded hem. 1 Guide 2 Folded hem 1 3. Adjust the needle position using the “ ” and ” stitch width keys so that needle slightly “ catches the fold of the hem, then sew the fabric.
Adjusting the needle drop point Touch the “ ” and “ ” stitch width keys to adjust the needle drop point so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. A– If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, ” stitch width key. This moves touch the “ the needle away from the fold. 1 Reverse side 2 Surface A B– If the needle does not catch enough of the hem ” stitch width key. This fold, touch the “ moves the needle closer to the fold.
BUTTONHOLE STITCHING 12 14 13 16 15 A 17 18 12: For horizontal holes on blouses or shirts made from thin or medium fabric 13: For thin or medium fabric 14: For jeans or stretch fabric with a coarse weave 15: For stretch fabric 16: For suits or overcoats 17: For jeans or trousers 18: For thick coats Note Before sewing a buttonhole on your project, practice on a scrap piece of the same type of fabric. 1. Mark the positions of the buttonholes on the fabric.
5 4. Lower the buttonhole lever and position it behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. 6 1 Metal bracket on the buttonhole foot 1 5 5. While lightly holding the end of the upper thread, press the “START/STOP” button to start sewing. * * 6 * Gently feed the fabric by hand. Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the buttonhole is sewn.
Buttonhole sewing order 1 13 1 12 16 17 18 1 14 15 1 Reinforcement stitch Sewing stretch fabrics (“ 14 ” and “ 15 ”) When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, insert a gimp thread under the buttonhole stitch. 5 1. Attach presser foot “A” and hook the gimp thread onto the back of the presser foot. Bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot and insert them into the grooves, then temporarily tie them there. 2. Lower the presser foot and start sewing.
3. Once sewing is completed, pull the gimp thread gently to remove any slack, then trim off any excess. Buttons that do not fit into the guide plate (Odd-shaped buttons) Measure the button diameter + thickness to set the plate. 3 1 4 2 5 6 46 Example: For a button with a diameter of 1.5 cm (19/32") and a thickness of 1 cm (25/64"), the scale should be set at 2.5 cm (1") 1 2 3 4 5 Thickness [1 cm (25/64")] Diameter [1.5 cm (19/32")] Button holder plate Scale Diameter + thickness [2.5 cm (1")] [0.
Changing the stitch length Touch the “ length. ” or “ ” stitch length key to select the desired : Longer 1 2 Automatic stitch length setting: 0.4 mm (1/64") : Shorter 3 * 3 2 If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is ” stitch length key to increase the too thick), touch the “ stitch length. 1 Changing the stitch width Touch the “ width. ” or “ ” stitch width key to select the desired 1 Automatic stitch width setting: 5.
BAR TACKING A 21 For reinforcing the openings of pockets, etc. 1. Measure the area to be bar tacked and set the length using the scale on presser foot “A”. Pull on the end of the button holder plate to expand it. The finished size of the bar tack will be the space shown in the illustration. 1 2 4 3 1 2 3 4 Button holder plate Scale on the presser foot 0.5 cm (13/64") Length of bar tack * 0.5 to 3 cm (13/64" to 1-13/64") is suitable for bar tacking. 0.5 to 1 cm (13/64" to 25/64") is the normal size.
5 5. While lightly holding the upper thread, press the “START/ STOP” button. * 6 * Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the bar tack is sewn. If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is ” stitch length key to increase the too thick), touch the “ stitch length. Thick fabrics If the presser foot is not level, place a piece of cardboard or another piece of fabric with the same thickness under the open side of the presser foot.
Changing the bar tack stitch length Touch the “ length. ” or “ ” stitch length key to select the desired : Longer 1 2 Automatic stitch length setting: 0.4 mm (1/64") : Shorter 3 3 2 1 Changing the bar tack stitch width Touch the “ width. ” or “ ” stitch width key to select the desired 1 : Wider 2 Automatic stitch width setting: 2.
DARNING A 20 19 19: For medium fabric 20: For thick fabric 1. Set the stitch length using the scale on presser foot “A”. Pull on the end of the button holder plate to expand it. The finished size of the bar tack will be the space shown in the illustration. 2 1 4 4 3 5 1 2 3 4 5 Scale on the presser foot Button holder plate 0.5 cm (13/64") Length of darning Width [7 mm (9/32")] * The maximum stitch length for darning is 3 cm (1-13/64"). 2.
Changing the darning stitch length Touch the “ ” or “ the desired length. ” stitch length key to select 1 : Longer (less dense) 2 Automatic stitch length setting: 2.0 mm (5/64") : Shorter (more dense) 3 * 3 2 1 If the fabric does not feed (for example, because ” stitch the fabric is too thick), touch the “ length key to increase the stitch length. Changing the darning stitch width Touch the “ ” or “ the desired width. ” stitch width key to select 1 Automatic stitch width setting: 7.
Darning stitch sewing order 19 1 20 1 1 Reinforcement stitch 53
EYELET STITCH 22 N For sewing eyelets on belts, etc. 1. Touch the “ ” or “ select the eyelet size. ” stitch length or stitch width key to 2. Attach presser foot “N”, check the needle drop point and lower the presser foot, then press the “START/STOP” button to start sewing. * Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the darning is finished. 1 Needle drop point 3. Make a hole at the center using the eyelet punch. Size of eyelet (Actual size) A– Large: 7.
BUTTON SEWING M 23 For attaching buttons 1. Raise the presser foot lever and slide the feed dog adjustment lever to the right in order to lower the feed dog. 1 Feed dog adjustment lever (Slide off the accessory compartment to expose the lever.) 1 2. Attach button fitting foot “M”, place the button into the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot. 5 6 5 6 3. Turn the balance wheel to check that the needle goes into each of the holes in the button correctly, and then start sewing.
Attaching buttons with four holes First, sew the two holes which are closest to you. Once they have been sewn, raise the presser foot, move the needle to the other two holes, and then sew them in the same way. Attaching a shank to the button 1. Pull the shank lever toward you, then start sewing. 6 1 Shank lever 1 2. Hold the two ends of the upper thread, which are between the button and the fabric, wind them around the shank, and then securely tie them together. 3.
ZIPPER INSERTION (CENTERED AND SIDE APPLICATIONS) I 00 For attaching zippers Centered application 3 2 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where the zipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipper area). 1 2 3 4 End of opening Reverse stitch Basting Reverse side 2. Press open the seam allowance, then attach the zipper with basting up the middle of the zipper tape. 1 Zipper 2 Basting 3 Reverse side 5 3.
Side application 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where the zipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipper area). 1 2 3 4 End of opening Reverse stitch Basting Reverse side 2. Press the seam allowance open and align the folded hem along the teeth of the zipper while allowing 3 mm (1/8") for the sewing space.
4. Close the zipper and turn over the fabric. Then sew the other side of the zipper onto the fabric. 1 Reverse side 5. Turn over the fabric so that the right side faces up, sew straight stitches from the bottom to 5 cm (1-15/16) from the top, and then stop the machine. 1 Right side of fabric I 6. Lower the needle, raise the presser foot, and then remove the basting stitches. 7. Move the zipper pull tab out of the way and sew the remainder of the stitches.
DART SEAM J 01 1 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then sew a reverse stitch at the beginning of the dart and sew from the wide end to the narrow end without stretching the fabric. 1 Basting * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning of the stitch. 2. Do not sew a reinforcement stitch at the end. Cut the thread at the end leaving an excess 5 cm (2"), and then tie both ends together. 3.
GATHERING J 01 For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc. 1. Select a stitch length of 4.0 mm (5/32") and a weak thread tension. 2. Attach presser foot “J”, then pull out about 5 cm (2") of both the bobbin and upper threads. 1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 About 5 cm (2") 2 1 3 3. Sew two rows of straight stitches parallel to the seam line, then trim off the excess thread leaving 5 cm (2") . 1 Seam line 2 1.0 to 1.5 cm (25/64" to 19/32") 3 About 5 cm (2") 4.
Pulling out the bobbin thread 1. Pass the thread along the groove in the direction of the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it. 1 1 Shuttle * 6 The bobbin cover should still be removed. 2. While holding the upper thread, press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button twice, and then pull out the bobbin thread. 3. Replace the bobbin cover.
PINTUCK I 00 For decorating blouses, etc. 1. Mark along the folds on the reverse side of the fabric with a spatula. 1 Reverse side 2. Fold the fabric so that the surface faces upward and iron only the folded parts. 1 Right side of fabric 3. Attach the right pin of presser foot “I” to the holder, and sew a straight stitch along each fold.
FLAT FELL SEAM J 00 For reinforcing seams and neatly finishing edges 1. Attach presser foot “J”. Sew the seam line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side that the flat fell seam will lie against. 1 About 1.2 cm (1/2") 2 Reverse side * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch. 2. Spread out the fabric along the finish line. 1 Finish line 2 Reverse side 3.
Finished flat fell seam 1 Right side of fabric 65
APPLIQUES 04 J 24 1. Attach the applique to the fabric with fabric glue or basting so that it will not move during sewing. 1 Applique 2 Fabric glue 2. Attach presser foot “J”. Make sure that the needle drops just outside the applique, then start sewing. 6 1 Applique * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch. 1 Applique 2 Needle drop point Sewing the applique around corners or curves 1.
SCALLOP STITCH N 25 For decorating the collars of blouses, the edges of tablecloths, etc. 5 1. Attach presser foot “N”, then sew the edge of the fabric so that the stitches are not right on the edge of the fabric. 1 Right side of fabric * 6 Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch. 2. Trim along the stitches carefully so as not to cut the stitches.
SMOCKING STITCH 27 J For making decorative stitching 01 1. Select “ ”, set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (5/32") and select a weak thread tension. Then, sew columns of straight stitches at intervals of 1 cm (25/64"). 1 About 1 cm (25/64") 2. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, and then smooth the gathers by ironing them. 3. Attach presser foot “J” and select the decorative smocking stitch to sew over the top of the straight stitches. J 4.
PATCHWORK STITCH J 26 1. Match the fabric pieces with their surface sides facing each other and sew the pieces together with a straight stitch. Open the seam allowance [about 1 cm (25/64")] and press it flat. 3 1 2 3 4 Straight stitch Seam allowance 1 cm (25/64") Reverse side 2. Attach presser foot “J”. Set the center of the presser foot on the seam line of the joined fabrics and sew over the seam.
FAGOTING 27 J 28 For fagoting, decorating, etc. 1. Separate the folded edges of the fabric pieces with a gap of 0.4 cm (5/32") and baste them onto a piece of thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer sheet. 2 3 1 Basting 2 0.4 cm (5/32") 3 Thin paper or stabilizer sheet 5 2. Attach presser foot “J”. Align the center of the presser foot with the center of the two pieces of fabric and begin sewing.
DECORATIVE STITCHING 27 28 N J 29 Other decorative stitches: 56 – 63 Decorative stitching These stitches are used as decorative hem stitches or to decorate the seams of crazy quilts. Use a contrasting thread color or decorative embroidery thread. Shell tacking 1. In decorative stitch mode, enter “61” to select the stitch for shell tacking. 2. Fold the fabric diagonally in half. * 5 Use a thin fabric. 3. Drop the needle slightly outside the edge of the fabric and start sewing. 4.
HEM-STITCH (HEIRLOOM STITCH) Decorative stitches: 46 – 50 For sewing tablecloths, decorative hems on clothes and decorative stitching on shirtfronts. A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use the “130/705H Wing” needle when sewing these patterns. If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set to manual, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot before starting sewing. Hem-stitching 1 1. In decorative stitch mode, enter “49” to select the stitch for hem-stitching. 2.
5. Illustration of finished product. Hem-stitching 2 1. In decorative stitch mode, enter “48” to select the stitch for hem-stitching. 2. Pull out several threads from both sides of the 4 mm (5/32") part which is not yet frayed. [Pull out four threads, leave five threads and then pull out four threads, the width of five threads is approximately 4mm (5/32") or less.] 1 1 Approx. 4.0 mm (5/32") or less. 2 Four threads (Pull out) 3 Five threads (Leave) 3.
TWIN NEEDLE J 00 Decorative stitches where the zigzag width can be changed manually. * When using twin needles, use the “J” presser foot regardless of what kind of sewing will be carried out. 1. Insert twin-needle. 1 1 Stopper 2. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading using the horizontal spool pin. 3. Thread through left eye of needle.
4. Set the extra spool pin into the hole on the end of the bobbin winder shaft on the top of the machine. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading. 1 1 Extra spool pin for right needle threading. 2 Push the spool pin securely into place. 2 5. Thread through remaining points, making certain to omit the thread guide above the needle and pass thread through right eye of needle. 5 6 1 1 The thread for the right needle should pass in front of thread guide.
3. FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES FONT STITCHES N 0 1 5 6 1. Touch “ ” until the cursor (“ font that you want to sew. Block font 1 0 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 Italic font Outline font 2. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired character. The selected character appears on the screen. * 5 ■ ”) moves over the type of A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the stitch. 9 2 ▼ 0.4 seconds later info cfm clear memory 76 enter 3.
Combining characters Example: To combine outline letters to create “ ” 1. Touch “ ■ ” moves over “ ” until “ 2. Touch “ 4 ”, then “ the letter “ ”. 3. Touch “ enter ( enter ( ”, the stitch number for ) ”. 4. Touch “ 6 ”, then “ the letter “ ”. 5. Touch “ 1 ”. 0 ”, the stitch number for ) ”. 6. Touch “ 5 ”, then “ the letter “ ”.
DECORATIVE STITCHES 1. Touch “ 0 1 5 6 2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ” until the cursor (“ ■ ”) moves over “ ”. 2. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired decorative stitch. The selected decorative stitch appears on the screen. * A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the decorative stitch. 1 ▼ 0.4 seconds later info cfm clear memory 78 enter 3.
Selecting a decorative stitch Example: To select the decorative stitch “ ” 1. Touch “ ■ ” moves over “ ” until “ 2. Touch “ 8 ”, then “ the stitch “ ”. ”, the stitch number for ”. 8 Combining decorative stitches Example: To combine decorative stitches to create “ & ” 1. Select “ 2. Touch “ ”. enter ( ) ”. 3. Touch “ 7 ”, then “ 3 ”, the stitch number for ”.
CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION Example: To change “ info cfm clear memory ” to “ ” 1. Touch “ clear ( ) ”. (Touch “ clear ( ) ” the same number of times as the number of characters that you wish to change.) enter 2. Touch “ enter ( ) ”. 3. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired characters.
CHANGING THE SIZE Touch the “ ” or “ ” stitch width key to adjust ” or “ ” stitch the zigzag stitch width or the “ length key to adjust the stitch length. However, when italic font is set, the size cannot be changed. Two sizes are available: * A A 7.0 mm 6.0 mm Depending on the types of fabric and thread used, the thread may become tangled if the smaller size is selected.
CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION Example: To check the pattern combination “ ABCDEFGHIJKLMN ” Touch the “ cfm ( ) ” key to scroll the pattern combination across the display from the beginning. "ABCDEFGHIJKLMN" is displayed.
MEMORY Up to 70 pattern combinations can be stored in the memory under the five stitch numbers 95, 96, 97, 98 and 99. Saving a pattern combination Example: To select the decorative stitch “ ” 1. Combine characters to create the word ”. (Refer to page 77 for more details.) “ 2. Touch “ * memory ( ) ”. Each touch of “ memory ( ) ” changes the stitch number. For example, to store the pattern un) ” three der stitch number 97, touch “ memory ( times.
Recalling a stored pattern combination Example: To recall the pattern combination “ 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 ”, stored under stitch number 96 1. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired pattern combination. 1 2. Press the “START/STOP” button.
SEWING Sewing attractive finishes Refer to the table below and the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” for recommended fabrics, threads and needles to use in order to obtain attractive sewing finishes. Furthermore, pattern slippages may occur when using different fabric thicknesses or types of stabilizers. Be sure to carry out a test sewing beforehand to check.
Sewing 1. Attach presser foot “N”. 5 2. Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper thread out to the side and then lower the presser foot. 6 * 1 Be sure that the material is positioned so that pattern will be sewn facing the correct direction. 1 Needle hole reference line 3. Push the “START/STOP” button to start sewing. 5 6 4. Once sewing of the font has been completed, the sewing machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches, and then stop.
ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS N A stitch pattern may get deformed due to the thread or cloth. It is a good idea to first make a trial stitching, and then make adjustments for each stitch pattern if necessary. 2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. In decorative stitch mode, use the stitch selection keys to enter the number 94. 1 2. Attach presser foot “N” and then start embroidering. A trial pattern for adjustment purposes can then be embroidered. ” and Adjust shape of stitch using the “ “ ” stitch length keys.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING Cleaning the screen CAUTION Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result. If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents. Cleaning the sewing machine surface CAUTION Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the sewing machine surface, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.
4. Take out the shuttle. 5 6 5. Remove accumulated lint and thread from the inner shuttle and race with a brush or a vacuum cleaner. 1 Race 2 Shuttle 1 2 6. Set the shuttle by aligning the shuttle projection with spring of the stopper. 1 Projection 2 Spring 1 2 * Lint and dust accumulated in the race will sometimes cause poor stitching or malfunction of bobbin thread sensor.
CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB When replacing the light bulb 1. Turn the power off. * The power cord plug must be removed from the electric outlet prior to changing the bulb. 2. Loosen the screw on the reverse side of sewing head. 3. Remove the end cap. 1 2 1 Screw 2 End cap 4. Replace the snap in the light bulb with a new one. 1 Light bulb * Light bulbs are available through your dealer. (12V, 5W/ Parts code XA2037051) 1 5. Set the end cap. 6. Tighten the screw.
ERROR MESSAGES If the machine is not properly setup when the “START/STOP” or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed, or a correction of your operating procedure is necessary, the machine will not start and will instruct you with an alarm and warning message on the LCD. Warning messages This message is displayed when the motor is locked, such as when the thread becomes entangled.
This message is displayed when a buttonhole pattern is selected and the “START/STOP” or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed while the buttonhole lever is raised. * In this case, the machine can only rotate once. This message appears when the “START/STOP” or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed, but no pattern has been selected. This message appears when trying to combine stitches that cannot be combined. This message appears when a memory stitch number is entered, but no pattern has been stored under it.
Trouble with threads and stitches Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place of purchase or your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Symptom Probable cause Remedy 1. Upper thread breaks 1. Upper threading is not correct. 1. Re-thread upper thread. 2. Upper thread is entangled. 2. Remove thread ends in the race or shuttle. 3. Spool of thread is not correctly set. 3. Set spool of thread correctly. 4. Correct needle is not used. 4.
Mechanical trouble Symptom Probable cause Remedy 1. Fabric is not fed properly 1. Feed dog is lowered. 1. Raise the feed dog with the feed dog adjustment lever. 2. Stitch length is set at no feeding. 2. Set stitch length properly. 3. The combination of selected stitch and presser foot is not correct. 3. Change presser foot to correct one. 4. Correct needle is not being used. 4. Change to proper needle. 5. Thread is entangled. 5. Remove thread-ends in the race or inner shuttle. 1.
STRETCH STITCH General sewing, gathering, pintuck, etc. 01 02 03 J 04 ELASTIC ZIGZAG 05 06 UTILITY STITCH 07 OVERCASTING STITCH 08 09 J 10 11 R 12 13 14 BUTTONHOLE STITCH 15 A 16 17 18 夝 DARNING STITCH R 夝 夝 夝 T Darning of thick fabric 夝 夝 T Reinforcement at opening of pocket, etc. 夝 夝 T N For making eyelet on belt, etc.
MEMORY AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING J N STITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH LENGTH KEYS Character sewing STITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH WIDTH KEYS DECORATIVE STITCH USE TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT SELECT KEY NAME OF PATTERN N ALPHABET 夝 夝 T 夝 夝 T 夝 夝 T – – T CHARACTERS SATIN STITCH Decorative stitching N CROSS STITCH R : : 夝 – T T : : : : : 96 The machine sews in reverse while the “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed.
HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, thin leather, etc. These materials are difficult to be fed when sewing but this foot can prevent such materials from crumpling, slipping or stickking between presser foot and materials thanks to even feeding upper and lower materials. • • You can use walking foot for sewing STRAIGHT STITCH ( This can be used for only 7 mm (stitch width). · ) and ZIGZAG STITCH ( ).
PATTERNS (PROGRAMMED IN MACHINE) Utility stitches 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Character sewing Alphabet (Block style) 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 Alphabet (Italic style) 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44
Alphabet (Outline style) 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 Decorative stitches Satin stitches 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Cross stitches Size cannot be changed.
Decorative stitch 100 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94
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