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Brother PC210PRW Use and Care Manual

1. ssssssssssssssssssssessnscessnscscceccceceees 76 Reinforcement StitChing ssecsssscsssssssssssssssssessssseseeeeeeseeeennnnnnntnnntntnna 82 Eyelet Stitching scccsccsssssssssossssnssssccsassssseeeeeeeeeeeennnne ntti 84 Decorative Stitching sccccccccsssssssssssssesesssesssssssssseuseesnnnnnnn nnn nn nn nnn 85 You can select any of the various types of stitching available Selecting stitching Using the operation panel keys select the desired stitch When the sewing machine is turned on the straight stitch left needle position is selected A letter A G J M N or R indicating the presser foot that should be used appears to the right of the stitch number rir LILI AIA 00J 015 025 03J 04J 05J OO p I Mi 2 l I M l 1 M D Determine the stitch that you wish to use Determine which presser foot should be used with the selected stitch The presser feet are stored in the accessory compartment e For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle refer to Stitch Settings page 92 Attach the presser foot e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 O Turn on the sewing machine gt When the machine is first turned on 00 will be displayed 54 O Press a stitch selection key The number of the selected stitch is displayed Each press of a increases the number by one After
2. GETTING READY Read before 2 SEWING BASICS 5 UTILITY STITCHES Read when additional information is required 4 APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual Enclosed Accessories After opening the box check that the following accessories are enclosed If any item is missing or damaged contact your retailer Accessories The following items should also be enclosed in the box 7S Note For U S A only Foot controller Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX 200 PC 210 The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer Part code XA4813 051 The organized accessory tray is available through your authorized dealer Part code XC4489 051 75 11 2 needles 90 14 2 needles 90 14 2 needles Ball point needle gold colored patos lo e e Y PrPeode USA Others USA Others XC2697 051 Ta Zipper foot 1 Zigzag foot J on machine e Blind stitch foot R __X56409 051 18 Spoolcap mal BOBI Ca bobbin a SAS RASSSBSTST aT Poo control Cover A 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 Front view Thread guide plate Thread guide cover Pass the t
3. Sewing 41 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV SEWING BASICS After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn release reverse reinforcement stitch button gt The machine stops sewing Press start stop button or press down on the foot controller At this time if the start stop button is held pressed the machine sews at a low speed gt The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction After sewing to the end of the stitching the sewing machine stops Release the start stop button or foot controller Beginning of stitching End of stitching 42 E Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse stitching pressing reverse reinforcement stitch button sews reinforcement stitches 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other Reverse stitching 2 Reinforcement stitching gt Memo Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that is selected For details refer to Stitch Settings page 92 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing cut the threads When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped press needle position button once to raise th
4. Automatic reinforce ment Secured buttonholes for fabrics that have back ings 3 0 5 0 1 8 3 16 Z O Z Z O 0 2 1 0 1 64 1 16 Qu g7 52 Th N foe gt Automatic reinforce ment Buttonhole stitch D 3 0 6 0 1 8 15 64 Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics emn i 2 Z IKI N e gt Automatic reinforce ment Oo 1 0 3 0 1 16 1 8 Buttonholes for stretch 3 0 6 0 fabrics 1 8 15 64 Z Z O Brccccoo E O amp So gt Automatic reinforce ment AGV ae NILL39 Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics Z O Z O Sm Sanna Reinforcing openings and areas where the l 1 0 3 0 seam easily comes 1 16 1 8 loose Automatic reinforce ment Bar tack stitch O O Automatic reinforce ment Sewing eyelets for example on belts Z O zZ Eyelet stitch Z O Piecing straight stitch ing with a seam allow ance of 6 5 mm from the right edge of the presser foot SOISVd DNIMAS Reinforce ment Z O O O O Z O Piecing straight stitch Piecing straight stitch ing with a seam allow ance of 6 5 mm from the left edge of the presser foot Reinforce T ment Z O Ww A an Z O y Straight stitch that looks hand sewn for quilt ing ao ol a Straight stitch quilting 0 7 0 1 0 4 0 that looks h
5. Needle position button 6 Turn off the sewing machine AULON Before replacing the needle be sure to turn off the sewing machine otherwise injuries may occur if the start stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing Lower the presser foot lever Presser foot lever 28 Hold the needle with your left hand and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle Screwdriver Needle clamp screw e Do not apply a strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged With the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper While holding the needle with your left hand use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw 1 CAUTION Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver otherwise the needle may break or damage may result SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISVEG DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV ee n Replacing the Presser Foot The presser foot presses down on the fabric Presser foot precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet AULON Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew otherwise the needle
6. 3 point zigzag stitch Attaching elastic 1 5 7 0 1 0 0 2 4 0 Ae 1 16 1 4 1 16 1 64 3 16 Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations Stretch stitching Gp Attach zigzag foot J e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 2 Select stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Sew the fabric without stretching it 74 Elastic attaching When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched elastic tape Therefore it is necessary that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric ON Elastic tape Pin 2 Attach zigzag foot J g i e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISva DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV e 05 Select stitch gt e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 4 Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while stretching the tape so that it is the same length 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
7. Aaa pric Position the fabric with the edge of the folded Desired edge of hem hem against the guide of the presser foot and 5 mm 3 16 inch then lower the presser foot lever Fold back the fabric along the basting and then position the fabric with the wrong side facing up Wrong side of fabric Fold of hem Guide Wrong side of fabric 2 Basting Blind Hem Stitching 61 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS EE dp a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem Oo p E if the needle catches too much of the hem fold If the needle catches too much of the hem fold move the stitch width adjustment lever down This makes the stitch narrower to move the needle away from the fold a Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Needle drop point Wider stitch Narrower stitch 62 E If the needle does not catch the hem fold If the needle does not catch enough of the hem fold move the stitch width adjustment lever up This makes the stitch wider to move the needle closer onto the fold H E Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric e For details on changing the stitch width refer to Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length page 45 Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide Remove the basting stitching E Wrong
8. page 29 Determine the desired length of the bar tack P ioe Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot 7 2 Select stitch A to the desired length The distance it between the markings on the presser foot scale a e For details refer to Selecting stitching is 5 mm 3 16 inch T page 54 N Start sewing NI e For details refer to Starting to sew page 39 XIGNAddV Presser foot scale 2 Length of bar tack 3 5 mm 1 8 inch e A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm 1 1 8 inch can be sewn 82 Attach buttonhole foot A e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 1A 3 Select stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Position the fabric so that the opening of the pocket faces toward you and then lower the presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2 mm 1 16 inch in front of the pocket opening h Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot e When lowering the presser foot do not push in the front of the presser foot otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size 2 mm 1 16 inch Do not reduce the gap Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot Ay S o Buttonhole lever Bracket G
9. 9 4 for the number on the left is reached the number returns to 0 Pressing 4 on the right changes the second digit ones and pressing _ on the left changes the first digit tens T CI w Eis gt The stitch is selected O If necessary specify the setting for automatic reverse reinforcement stitching and adjust the stitch length etc e For details on sewing with each of the utility stitches refer to the following pages 04 E Example Selecting stitch i Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04 With a on the right select 4 and with a on the left select 0 Ewe 003 015 025 035 045 055 TT i Ss l l l l UTILITY STITCHES Selecting Stitching K AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV To adjust the stitch width slide the stitch width adjustment slider up or down Press the stitch width adjustment button and then slide the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width SLNALNOO G m Z G Stitch width adjustment slider ay Stitch width adjustment button m Wide S Narrow lt To adjust the stitch length slide the stitch length adjustment slider up or down 2 Press the stitch length adjustment button and then slide the stitch length adjustment slider to Zz adjust the sti 0 just the stitch ni gt ce O 7 1 i S i
10. Needle position button Place the fabric under the presser foot e If the seam allowance is positioned on the right side sewing in a straight line is easier and the extra fabric does not get in the way While holding the end of the thread and the fabric with your left hand turn the balance wheel toward you with your right hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching 38 Presser foot lever gt The fabric is now positioned to be sewn gt Memo To adjust the pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric refer to Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot page 30 SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISVEG DNIMAS XIGNAddV Starting to sew Once you are ready to start sewing you can start the sewing machine The sewing speed can be adjusted using either the operation buttons or the foot controller E Using the operation buttons Sewing can be started and stopped using the operation button O start stop button Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to select the desired sewing speed Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to sew at a slower speed or slide the speed controller to the right to sew at a faster speed Sewing speed controller Press start stop button once Start stop button gt The machine starts sewing e If you continue to hold the start stop button pressed immediately af
11. Remove the tangle thread If the thread is tangled in the shuttle clean the shuttle Replace the needle Correctly install the needle The thread is tangled for example in the shuttle page 96 The upper thread breaks The needle is bent or blunt The needle is incorrectly installed page 27 The area around the hole in the nee Replace the needle plate dle plate is scratched or has a burr Contact your retailer or the nearest on it authorized service center The area around the hole in the Replace the presser foot presser foot is scratched or has a Contact your retailer or the nearest burr on it authorized service center Replace the shuttle Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center The shuttle is scratched or has a burr on it Incorrect bobbins will not work prop erly Only use a bobbin designed spe cifically for this machine oe ENACT COMM Correctly install the bobbin thread The bobbin is scratched or does not Replacethe bobbin The lower rotate smoothly or has a burr on it thread is tangled Remove the tangled thread and or breaks The thread is tangled aae page 96 Incorrect bobbins will not work prop erly Only use a bobbin designed spe cifically for this machine haa aly read was not nreadea Correct the upper threading The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used
12. page 29 Select stitch l l l e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 la Close the zipper turn over the fabric and When you are about 5 cm 2 inch from the then baste the other side of the zipper to the end of the zipper stop the sewing machine fabric with the needle lowered in the fabric and then raise the presser foot lever Remove the basting stitching open the zipper and then continue sewing SLNALNOO Basting stitching Attach the presser foot holder to the other pin of zipper foot I If the presser foot holder was attached to the right pin in step change it to the left pin iL 2 AGV ae NILL39 SOISVd DNIMAS Pin on the left side Needle drop point Topstitch around the zipper Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot Right side of fabric 2 End of zipper opening Reverse stitches Beginning of stitching Basting stitching EE 4 lt dp a ae m Cp XIGNAddV Zipper Insertion 73 UTILITY STITCHES Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Stretch 1 0 4 0 Sin Stretch fabrics aye TA 18 3 32 1 16 3 16
13. 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Ta 4 Joining i l 0 4 A stitch Patchwork stitching 1 16 3 16 z o 0 0 7 0 1 2 0 2 4 0 Straight stitch quilting that looks 0 7 1 0 4 0 gung hand quilting 1 16 3 16 Quilting oci 7 0 1 0 7 0 1 6 1 0 4 0 stippling Pees 1 4 1 16 1 4 1 16 1 16 3 16 Q Mock hand XAdNI XIGNAddV 76 Applique stitching Cut out the appliqu leaving a seam allowance of between 3 and 5 mm 1 8 and 3 16 inch Seam allowance Place a pattern made of thick paper on the back of the appliqu and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron e Remove the thick paper after pressing the seam allowance Turn the fabric over and then baste or pin it onto the fabric that it will be attached to D Basting stitching 4 Attach zigzag foot J e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Turn the balance wheel toward you and then begin sewing around the edge of the appliqu making sure that the needle drops just outside of the appliqu When sewing around corners stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqu raise the presser foot lever and then turn the fabric as needed to change the sewing direction Appliqu Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 77 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd D
14. 3 16 0 1 4 3 U ot Z Q Ww gt e Cp Ww N Smocking Smocking fabrics to add texture stitch and elasticity Satin scallop stitching Lace sewing decorative hemming heirloom stitching etc 5 0 2 5 0 3 16 3 32 1 4 3 3 T Su oa o ao HO Co all ds Gd Wr Zlo e O On i 1 A 4 0 1 16 3 16 Y w 3 x 5 0 2 5 7 0 l 1 0 1 64 1 16 Scallop 3 16 3 32 1 4 1 3 stitch 3 1 5 7 0 1 6 4 1 4 0 1 16 1 4 3 32 1 16 3 16 THT S3H LILS ALMILAN N N a 1 5 7 0 4 1 16 1 4 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 6 15 RK N 20 O 1 5 7 0 Decorative 5 5 4 0 stitch 3 16 1 16 1 4 1 16 3 16 99009 Decorative hemming and heirloom stitching etc on thin mediumweight and plain weave fabrics N A Z 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 3 1 54 0 1 1 16 3 16 MM N ol Zz 1 5 7 0 5 4 0 16 1 16 1 4 3 3 1 16 3 16 RRS h fate 4 0 0 0 7 0 3 0 2 0 4 0 3 16 0 1 4 1 8 1 16 3 16 Decorative d O OE 4 0 0 0 7 0 2 5 1 0 4 0 stitch Decorative stitching 3 16 0 1 4 3 32 1 16 3 16 az On oO 1 5 7 0 1 0 2 4 0 16 1 16 1 4 1 16 1 64 3 16 XAdNI XIGNAddV W o gt SNS S SWS o THU Decorative Stitching 85 UTILITY STITCHES Fagoting D Stitching across an open seam
15. Manual Stitch Length mm inch Manual 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Reverse Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce ment O O Reinforce ment Z O Reinforce ment Z Z O Reinforce ment Reinforce ment Z O Reinforce ment Z O Z Z Z Z Z i Reinforce ment Z Z O Reinforce ment Z O Z Z i Z O Stitch Settings Z Z Z O 95 SOISVd DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV APPENDIX gt Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below Cleaning the shuttle D Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the shuttle therefore it should be cleaned periodically Cleaning the machine surface SLNALNOO If the surface of the machine is dirty lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent squeeze it out firmly and then wipe the surface of the machine After cleaning it once with a wet cloth wipe it again with a dry cloth Ge Turn off the sewing machine AGV ae NILL39 Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur 1 CAUTION Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur SOISVd DNIMAS Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover and then slide it toward you Cc EE
16. Press the black button on the left side of the foot Keep the button held in and lower the presser foot Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m Cp XIGNAddV Release the button The foot will lock in place level with the seam allowing the fabric to feed gt Once the trouble spot has been passed the foot will return to its normal position 50 Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly If this occurs place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric When you have finished sewing tear off any excess paper Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First baste the pieces of fabric together and then sew without stretching the fabric Basting Sewing an even seam allowance 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 E Aligning the fabric with the presser foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the presser foot a fixed distance from the edge of the fabric O Os Seam Presser foot E Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking The markings on the needle plate show the distance from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch left needle position Se
17. Press the seam allowance so that the right side the side that will not be stitched has an extra CAUTION 3 mm 1 8 inch When using zipper foot I be sure to select the straight stitch center needle position and slowly turn the balance wheel toward you to check that the needle does not touch the presser foot If a different stitch is selected or the needle hits the presser foot the needle may SLNALNOO bend or break aaa e Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the extra 3 mm 1 8 inch starting from the base Align the zipper teeth with the pressed edge of the zipper of the fabric having the extra 3 mm 1 8 inch and then baste or pin the zipper in place AGV ae NILL39 Zipper teeth Basting stitching SOISVd DNIMAS Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin CAUTION of zipper foot I If the stitching will be sewn on the right side attach the presser foot holder to the left pin of the zipper foot When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper otherwise the needle may bend or break When you are about 5 cm 2 inch from the end of the zipper stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered in the fabric raise the presser foot lever and then open the zipper and continue sewing EE dp a ae m p Q Pin on the right side 2 Needle drop point XIGNAddV e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot
18. e For details on the stitches that can be sewn AEE O with the twin needle refer to Stitch When using thread that winds off quickly such as 2 Settings page 92 transparent nylon thread or metallic thread place the e Select a stitch width of 5 0 mm 3 16 inch or enclosed spool net over the spool before placing the a less spool of thread onto the spool pin T If the spool net is too long fold it to fit the size of the CAUTION spool When using the twin needle be sure to select an appropriate stitch otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged Select a stitch width of 5 0 mm 3 16 ERR RENN BS tnt MY yy KR BONNY inch or less otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged o After adjusting the stitch width slowly RLL gt lt gt Ay SOY AGV ae NILL39 Sey Start sewing e For details on starting to sew refer to Starting to sew page 39 turn the balance wheel toward you and O check that the needle does not touch the 2 presser foot If the needle hits the presser o i net foot the needle may bend or break d ane Spool pin u gt o gt Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p VAVAVAYAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAYAN 1 CAUTION XIGNAddV When changing the sewing direction press J needle position button to ra
19. Maintenance 97 APPENDIX Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly check the following possible problems before requesting service If the problem persists contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference The machine is not turned on page 11 The start stop button was not Press the start stop button page 39 pressed Lower the presser foot lever Do not use the start stop button when the foot controller is con nected To use the start stop button disconnect the foot controller The sewing machine does The presser foot lever is raised not operate The start stop button was pressed even though the foot controller is connected page 39 The needle is incorrectly installed Correctly install the needle The needle clamp screw is loose Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten page 28 the screw The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle Select a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric page 26 being sewn The combination of fabric thread and needle is not correct The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is appro appropriate for the type of stitch that priate for the type of stitch that you page 92 you wish to sew wish to sew The upper thread tension is too tight Loosen the upper thread tension page 44 The fabric is pulled too much Lightly guide the fabric Se Corr
20. SA156 XA5539 151 Actual size 11 5 mm 7 16 inch This model Older model AGV ae NILL39 Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread d r puea iia OC SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p Bobbin winder gt Memo The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine Be sure to thread the machine as indicated XIGNAddV 12 Turn on the sewing machine 2 Lift open the upper cover a Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin Notch Bobbin winder shaft spring 4 Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool pin Spool pin Spool cap Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the spool pin Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool e If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unrolls correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin Q Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin With the rounded side of the spool cap positioned toward the left slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible until the right side of the spool touches the right end of the s
21. SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter SEWIIG sccccccccccccecseseecosoeececccceseeeeessnsssssss405 555555 i E stmt 36 Adjusting the Thread Tension cssssssssssssssssssessssseeee 505550 see eeenen nnn nn nn nnn 44 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length sssssssseessnenssenscceccccececeseseceesesseees 45 Useful Functions cccccssscccscencccscorscccssssssssseeeeeeeeeteeseesnnnn nnn 47 SEWING BASICS sung e Basic sewing operations are described below Before operating the sewing machine read the following precautions SLNALNOO While the machine is in operation pay special attention to the needle location In addition keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and balance wheel otherwise injuries may occur Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins otherwise the needle may break or bend AGV ae NILL39 SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV 36 General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew Turn on the sewing machine For details on turning on t
22. are sewn the sewing machine stops O Da a Im m g n a gt Memo Reverse reinforcement stitches will not be sewn if the start stop button is pressed at the end of the stitching Be sure to press the reverse reinforcement stitch button at the end of the stitching AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVE ONIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Useful Sewing Tips Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below Refer to these tips when sewing your project Trial sewing After you have set up the machine with the thread and needle appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn the machine automatically sets the thread tension and stitch length and width for the stitch that is selected However a trial piece of fabric should be sewn since depending on the type of fabric and stitching being sewn the desired results may not be achieved For the trial sewing use a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as those used for your project and check the thread tension and stitch length and width Since the results differ depending on the type of stitching and the number of layers of fabric sewn perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner stop the sewing machine Leave the needle lowered in the fabric If the needle remained
23. dogs are lowered Attach button sewing foot M e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Buttonhole Stitching 67 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES 4 Place the button into button sewing foot M CAUTION When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the button otherwise the needle may bend or break Start sewing e After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed press fj reverse reinforcement stitch button to sew reinforcement stitches SLNALNOO Button G e When attaching four hole buttons first sew Pull the upper thread at the end of the u the two holes closest to you Then slide the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric and 4 button so that the needle goes into the two then tie it with the bobbin thread holes toward the rear of the sewing machine Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the and then sew them in the same way bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching m s ep a 5 O Select stitch 36 When you are finished attaching the button gt i slide the drop feed lever to sf to the left as 5 o e For details refer to Selecting stitching seen from the front of the machine to raise page 54 the feed dogs Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as the distance between the holes in the button Se
24. for inserting zippers The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side zipper O are described below z Press open the seam allowance from the Inserting a centered zipper wrong side of the fabric E Stitching is sewn on both pieces of fabric butted N against each other m Z G UJ gt o O o Wrong side of fabric Align the seam with the center of the zipper and then baste the zipper in place L Right side of fabric Stitching N 3 End of zipper opening gt j LEG Attach zigzag foot J and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening D Ne With the right sides of the fabric facing each other sew reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening e For details refer to Basic Stitching a page 60 Wrong side of fabric U Basting stitching 4 Using a basting stitch continue sewing to the Zipper 0 edge of the fabric Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin gt lt of zipper foot I Dq NI 4 Basting stitching Pin on the right side 2 Reverse stitches 2 Needle drop point Wrong side of fabric End of zipper opening e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 70 O Select stitch l l l e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 EAU When using zipper foot I be sure to select the straight stitch center needle position and slowly turn the balance wheel tow
25. for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described CAUTION 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 gt Memo The order that the machine should be threaded is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine Be sure to thread the machine as indicated 18 Threading the upper thread B oO Turn on the sewing machine 2 Raise the presser foot lever Presser foot lever gt The presser foot is raised SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISVEG DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV e If the presser foot is not raised the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly Press needle position button once or twice to raise the needle gt gt gt P CCI D Needle position button e If the needle is not correctly raised the sewing machine cannot be threaded Check that the mark on the balance wheel is facing up as shown in the illustration below If the balance wheel is not in this position be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before using the needle threader Mark on balance wheel 4 Lift open the upper cover Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool pin Spool pin Spool cap Place the spool for the upper thread onto t
26. locations Do not use or store the machine near a space heater iron halogen lamp or other hot objects 2 Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case Benzene thinner and scouring powders can damage the case and machine and should never be used Do not drop or hit the machine 4 Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies the presser feet needle or other parts to assure correct installation W 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 If the problem persists please consult your local authorized Brother dealer For additional product information and updates visit our web site at www brother com AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter Turning the Machine On Off cccccssssssssssossseessssssssssenenenennnnnnnnnnnnnnn 10 Winding Installing the Bobbin ssssssssssseeesecccccccccsccccssccccccecccesecsscscssecsescees 12 Upper Threading sscccccsssssssssssssssscecesseeseeessseesssssseseennnennnn nanan 18 Replacing the Needle ssssssssssssssssnssnsnsessssesesesseseeeeeeseeseennnnnnnnntt aE 26 Replacing the Pr
27. 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 Replacing the presser foot Replace the presser foot as described below D Press needle position button once or twice to raise the needle gt gt gt P CCI D Needle position button gt The needle is raised 2 Turn off the sewing machine 1 CAUTION Before replacing the presser foot be sure to turn off the sewing machine otherwise injuries may occur if the start stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing Raise the presser foot lever Presser foot lever gt The presser foot is raised Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder Black button Presser foot holder gt The presser foot holder releases the presser foot Replacing the Presser Foot 29 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS EE dp a ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY Place a different presser foot below the holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the holder Position the presser foot so the letter indicating the presser foot type A G I J M N or R is positioned to be read Presser foot holder Notch Pin Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the presser foot pi
28. needle threader cannot be used If the needle threader is used with the side cutter the sewing machine may be damaged Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the presser foot holder and then slowly lower the presser foot Raise the presser foot lever lever XIGNAddV Notch in presser foot holder Pin gt The side cutter is attached 58 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the Position the fabric in the side cutter side cutter is securely attached The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of the side cutter Pass the upper thread under the side cutter E and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine Guide plate e If the fabric is not positioned correctly the fabric will not be cut Lower the presser foot lever and then start Select a stitch i sewing e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 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 gt A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is Sewn e If the stitching is sewn in a straight line the seam allowance will be about 5 mm 3 16 inch Make a cut of about 2 cm 1 16 inch long in the fabric at the beginning of the stitching N 2 cm 1 1
29. or pin together the fabric pieces 6 Attach zigzag foot J Cc R op E Changing the needle position e For details refer to Replacing the presser With the straight stitch left needle position and a o a L 29 the triple stretch stitch the needle position can be DE pag l adjusted Sliding the stitch width adjustment slider y Select a stitch up moves the needle to the right sliding the slider e For details refer to Selecting stitching Boy numevestnemecdie Te page 54 gt T Lower the needle into the fabric at the m beginning of the stitching t ea X lt 60 Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Presser i Patt icati Stitch Name Pattern Application Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitching on lt mediumweight fabrics Blind vem 0 43 3 2 0 1 0 3 5 tit 0 E 1 16 1 16 1 8 SAA S Blind hem stitching on stretch o AA a 3 fabrics Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure Fold the fabric along the desired edge of the Attach blind hem foot R hem and then baste it about 5 mm a 3 16 inch from the edge of the fabric R D e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Pa Select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54
30. page 12 page 16 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used page 12 page 18 Correctly install the bobbin thread page 16 Select a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn The thread ten sion is incorrect The presser foot holder is incorrectly Correctly install the presser foot installed holder The thread tension is incorrect fle the tension of the upper Incorrect bobbins will not work A bobbin designed specifically for properly Only use a bobbin this machine is not used designed specifically for this The combination of fabric thread and needle is not correct page 26 page 31 page 44 page 12 machine 3 D N Q Q or O v SLNALNOO G z z Z Q D m z lt SOISVE ONIMAS sS3HOLILS ALMILAN XASdNI XIGNAddV APPENDIX Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference Correctly thread the upper thread and correctly install the bobbin thread Correctly install the spool page 18 Select a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric page 26 being sewn The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle page 27 If thin fabrics are being sewn the Shorten the stitch length or sew with aede stitch is too coarse stabilizer material under the fabric pag The thread tension is incorrect o ie De page 44 thread The upper thread was not threaded co
31. place your hands in the cutting direction otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips 66 E Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics use a gimp thread Hook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot A shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves and then loosely tie it Attach buttonhole foot A e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Select stitch 28 or 2 Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread Lower the presser foot lever and the buttonhole lever and then start sewing When sewing is finished gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp thread to the wrong side of the fabric and then tie it 8 With a seam ripper cut the middle part of the gimp thread remaining at the top end of the buttonhole Trim off any excess of the gimp thread Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached Measure the distance between the holes in the button to be attached O O OO _ Raise the presser foot lever and then slide the drop feed lever located at the rear of the machine on the base to F to the right as seen from the front of the machine p Drop feed lever as seen from the rear of the machine Back side gt The feed
32. scissa cenna aT A EE i 49 m l Z CANS E e A P E E E E A aaeaeiteetantcon 49 CMe Meine the sewing direcho gecpeces tate eseate as toaedboceq ip eececensccstebapoaipoacneanaaseeieaadpor lt iatevseananeeneseasnetecacuvantesasiayeqgneses 49 o SOWING CUI ES gigia i inn r E a O OONN EE EE EE OEE EENE ANETE TOE 49 SN TG E E E N A O A E A O A EA 50 N E O a E E A E E A O eee 51 SWINE SI SEC ITIL CS serene AA ee 51 Q Sewing an veh Seant aN AICO srrvtezasorastnscaesie aea ae E EAEE RSE 51 4 STATE STITCHES 5s ok ears sores E a a OU G SElCCHING SUECMING coscsvncsesscesensencsrssnnsensnannagceqinasinedtuasecvqonupecoaseseubanessentvanenavansasuenvensecsespeiey se 54 F A SENG O R N O E 54 8 8 g Overcasting SUS scaer ee i EERO EO O ria NAE Ee 56 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot G ssss sssssssssssserrsssssrreessssseereesssssteetessssesreeesssseseeeeesssee 56 Se ewing overcasting stitches using ZIG Zag toot ncvessuqacets coneeceedasnadnndeveanndivenseuutean nace a a 57 N Sewing overcasting stitches using the Optional side cutter sssssessssssssesssrsessssssocssssssssesecssessessseesssasssoarasasassee 58 m Basic SUCHE a E E 60 BASIC SOCIE srengene R S E SE S aviaeweeeean 60 Blind Hem SUTCHING sisstendscesrsanicvsdassaeceereisenastasitscusisssecnstacstiassdyaissueidesasasaebiasasieandiestbaceadsak 61 ni B ttonhole SUCINE aasetcascecnsceesaceeesteec roscoe sueissn vans asnca sus cenvatiscuecuoeneeawenv
33. seiis eiasiaa pense ieee Cover B H FCI E geayetane tees A acer suena eases Cover C AEE EE aceasta pacers ec E ue Cover A HETEIOOMA SLICING swascacasesntayosesusatetertecnteveraeitmiainiman 89 J WONG E EE NE E E 88 Joine SECT sers T 76 L lower reading 255 cnccsiececedoseayivueseareancoratbarebeetsateottantisiess 16 M main power switch sssssssssssesessesssssssssssssseees Cover C 11 MAN NC ariii E EE tees 96 monogranmnming 1GOL caivesntitierdaemekeeieiensneness Cover A N NGC ONG asc E oat ee ees 26 needle bar thread HOOK wo eee ceeceeeeceeeeeeee Cover C 20 needle clamp SCIEW sexsessencectccisssacesestesneeuncerdecdcceusareussens 28 needle plate cee osagtedoocemceageeensereceteganesavcanee Cover C 51 needle pite COVEN araire a ayaa eee Snd 96 needle IDOSILIOM sencaavecentsneavencencehnesntancuedenseamseucrensetacdeenses 60 needle position button sci sccocciccesansnemsiuentvenenenes Cover D FS ONE GLa sn Cover A needle stop position key eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeees Cover E needle threader lever ccccceececeecceesceeeceeeeeees Cover B 21 MOM SUCK TOOL iossirn i needed acer 1 O OPEN TOS OOK sassari rn NA 1 STINE srarp inteni r EE E 82 Oe FANON DOED reserse ane 102 operation buttons ssccacvssssesseceoeavecsvessetecns Cover B Cover D operation manual esssssisssssssssssessessssssoesssecsesousssess Cover A operation panel seesesswsrsierarnna Cover B OPUOMAl ACCCSS ONES ariere EE ES 1 OVEICASUNE TOOL sepr
34. shock If the cord or plug is damaged take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time Otherwise a fire may result 10 GETTING READY AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS EE dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Turning on the machine Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off the main power switch is set to O and 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 household electrical outlet Power supply jack Press the right side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine set it to gt The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on Turning off the machine 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 GD Make sure that the machine is not sewing Press the left side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine set it to O gt The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is turned off Unplug the power supply cord from the electrical outlet Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply jack NS Note When the sewing machine is tu
35. side of fabric Right side of fabric gt Memo For best results when sewing stretch fabrics decrease the pressure of the presser foot For details refer to Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot page 30 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV eee o Buttonhole Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on Five stitches are available for sewing one step buttonholes Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Presser Foot SLNALNOO Stitch Name Pattern Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes on thin 5 0 0 4 and mediumweight fabrics 3 16 1 64 a64 in 6 Buttonholes with bar tacks on 5 0 0 4 both ends for stabilized fabrics 3 16 1 64 ere ne N o gt gt GLIELI Q di 1 amil N gt AGV ae NILL39 Buttonhole A Buttonholes for stretch or knit 6 0 3 0 6 0 stitch fabrics 15 64 1 8 15 64 ae ma ae 7 3 0 6 0 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics A 1 8 15 64 ai 6 ae b a 3 Keyhole buttonholes for thick or plush fabrics ja aye 14 1 32 0 64 ine Button s 0 0 7 0 a 5 SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Buttonhole Stitching 63 UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm 1 1 8 inch diameter thickness of the button Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the pres
36. the thread as shown with your left hand SOISVd DNIMAS gt Memo The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the shuttle is indicated by marks around the shuttle Be sure to thread A C N the machine as indicated a S3H LILS ALMILAN Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right Pass the thread through the slot as shown and then pull the thread out toward the front XIGNAddV Bobbin cover Latch gt The bobbin cover opens Cutter gt The cutter cuts the thread 16 CAUTION Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your finger and unroll the bobbin thread correctly otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect SLNALNOO Reattach the bobbin cover Insert the tab in the lower left corner of the bobbin cover and then lightly press down on the right side AGV ae NILL39 gt The lower threading is finished Next thread the upper thread Continue with the procedure in Upper Threading on the next page gt Memo You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew pull up the thread according to the procedure in Pulling up the bobbin thread page 25 SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Winding Installing the Bobbin 17 GETTING READY Upper Threading 4 In this section the procedures
37. to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot and then lower the presser foot lever Mark on fabric Red marks on buttonhole foot Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot e 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 ies 1 Do not reduce the gap Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot Ag S Oo Buttonhole lever Bracket Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand and then start sewing gt Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops Raise the presser foot lever remove the fabric and then cut the threads Buttonhole Stitching 65 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Raise the buttonhole lever to its original E Changing the density of the stitching position Press the stitch length adjustment button and then slide the stitch length adjustment slider Insert a pin along th
38. 1 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased CAUTION The appropriate fabric thread and needle combinations are shown in the table on the previous page If the combination of the fabric thread and needle is not correct particularly when sewing thick fabrics such as denim with thin needles such as 65 9 to 75 11 the needle may bend or break In addition the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may be skipped stitches 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 PSs o Flat side Needle type marking O E Correct needle Flat surface E Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even the needle is bent Do not use a bent needle Flat surface Replacing the Needle 27 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY Replacing the needle Replace the needle as described below Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in Checking the needle 1 Press J needle position button once or twice to raise the needle
39. 4 lt dp a ae m p Needle plate cover gt The needle plate cover is removed XIGNAddV 96 Turn the balance wheel toward you until the Check that the edge of the race shelf is tip of the shuttle hook aligns with the edge of positioned as in step and then insert the the race shelf shuttle so that the projection on the shuttle aligns with the spring O Q 2 m o 7 Shuttle race Shuttle Edge of the shuttle race Tip of the shuttle hook e Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward you Turning the balance wheel away from you may damage the machine Remove the shuttle Grasp the shuttle and then pull it out AGV ae NILL39 Projection Spring Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle plate and then slide the cover back on SOISVd DNIMAS Shuttle Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the race and its surrounding area Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p CAUTION Never use a shuttle that is scratched otherwise the upper thread may become tangled the needle may break or sewing gt performance may suffer For a new z Cleaning brush shuttle part code XC3153 051 contact 4 Shuttle race your nearest authorized service center g gt lt Do not apply oil to the shuttle Be sure that the shuttle is correctly installed otherwise the needle may break
40. 6 inch 5 mm 3 16 inch gt Memo The side cutter can cut as much as one layer of 13 oz denim After using the side cutter clean it by removing any lint or dust f the side cutter can no longer cut fabric use a rag to apply a small amount of oil to the cutting edge of the cutter The optional side cutter is available through your brother retailer Overcasting Stitches 59 SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 U ot Z G Ww gt 2 U S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Basic Stitching Start sewing i e For details refer to Starting to sew page 39 e For details on sewing reverse reinforcement stitches refer to Securing the stitching page 41 Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams Three stitches are available for basic stitching z Z Stitch Width Stitch Length a Stitch Name Pattern Application mm inch mm inch a Auto MET Auto Manual Straight ctitchi stitch lett re ab cing oo 2 needle 5 Bia 0 3 32 u position reverse stitching Z Straight G stitc Basic stitching and sewing 05 I center gathers or pintucks center 3 32 needle baseline reverse stitching O position lt DE Reinforcing seams and sewing 0 0 25 1 5 4 0 N stitch stretch fabrics 0 3 32 1 16 3 16 7 When sewing is finished cut the thread S Basic stitchin e For details refer to Cutting the thread u g 8 page 43 F Baste
41. 7 0 1 16 1 4 Decorative hemming on thin mediumweight and plain weave fab rics heirloom stitch ing etc 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 Stitch Length mm inch Manual Twin Needle Reverse Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce ment No 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 O Z Z Z Z Z Z Z i Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z i Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Z O Reinforce ment 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Z Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 1 1 6 3 16 Z Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 O Reinforce ment 2 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 e Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Reinforce ment 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 O Reinforce ment 1 6 4 0 1 16 3 16 Z O O O O Reinforce ment 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 Z Reinforce ment 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 Reinforce ment 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 lt O Nn Z O Reinforce ment 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 zZ O Stitch Settings Z Z Z O Z Z O O O O O 93 SAHOLILS ALNILN SOISva DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV APPENDIX Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Application Reverse Reinforcement Stitching Manual Manual SLNALNOO 26A Horizontal buttonholes Automatic E on thin and medium TE oo o reinforce o weight fabrics ment m gt N NJ gt
42. 99 SE Stitch length adjustment slider 2 Stitch length adjustment button Straight stitch 4 Zigzag stitch SOISVd DNIMAS e To automatically select the stitch length most appropriate for the selected stitch press the stitch length adjustment button again Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m Cp If the stitches are bunched together increase the stitch length Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking XIGNAddV 46 Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below Changing the needle stop position The sewing machine can be set to leave the needle in the fabric lowered needle stop position or leave the needle raised raised needle stop position when sewing is stopped Press needle stop position key in the operation panel to switch between the two settings T I o E For the lowered needle stop position needle stop position key is lit e When the sewing machine is purchased it is set to the lowered needle stop position W For the raised needle stop position 4 needle stop position key is not lit gt Memo The needle stop position setting does not change if the sewing machine is turned off Automatically sewing reverse reinforcement stitches The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching Wh
43. NIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Patchwork crazy quilt Piecing stitching Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called either the right side or the left side of the presser foot piecing The fabric pieces should be cut with a z Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and 6 5 mm 1 4 inch seam allowance A place it over the lower piece Sew a piecing straight stitch 6 5 mm 1 4 inch from m ep Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the pattern spans over both pieces Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the fabric that you wish to piece together 2 Attach zigzag foot J Q z z Z Q D m s lt e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 33J 345 i l Pp stitch j orf l Lp e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 SOISVd DNIMAS Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric E For a seam allowance on the right side Align the right side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric and sew using stitch 3 l l Ilp S3H LILS ALMILAN 6 5 mm 1 4 inch E For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the XIGNAddV edge of the fabric and sew using stitch I l Ip 6 5 mm 1 4 inch 78 gt Memo To change the width of the sea
44. NIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O gt gt a a2 Z z X lt Introduction Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine z 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 m In addition after you have finished reading this manual store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference op Sewing Machine Features z 7 zl Z Q JJ m O lt ep m Zz Q UJ gt o Cp C m Easy upper threading T Since the spool can be installed at the front of the sewing machine the upper thread can easily be threaded In addition N the needle can be threaded with a simple operation page 18 2 One touch lower threading You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread page 16 Simple bobbin winding The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread page 12 Ae Built in stitches Z You can select from the built in stitches available including utility stitches and decorative stitches page 54 Contents Enclosed Accessories ccsccscscccscescceccssccsceccccesccesccvecccesccecccceccessccesccscssscocescosccsesees Cover A z PRCCOSSONES siri EO E E AE E Cover A Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ssssscccccccsscssssssssssecceeesssessseeee Cover B m FONE VION erii s T E E E E Sade
45. a E eee 18 upper thread TENSION scsresiessissmiiiaei a 44 W Walking OO ages yet vase EE E 1 31 79 wide table coicnacsccaaceaaadcearsencsbsauteandindensencapeioteesiedoreveas 1 33 Wine DOEI erener a aprocticensaga ares 89 Z Zigzag TOOU seica a Cover A APOE OO a ee eene tae Cover A zipper SULCIIING senaia autumn anions 70 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV English 885 S60 XE1140 001 Printed in China
46. aight 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 Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching and then lower the presser foot lever Press start stop button or press down on the foot controller At this time if the start stop button is held pressed the machine sews at a low speed Start stop button e For details refer to Starting to sew page 39 gt The machine starts sewing After sewing 3 to 5 stitches press Q reverse reinforcement stitch button Keep the reverse reinforcement stitch button held down until you reach the beginning of the stitching gt aai P E Reverse reinforcement stitch button gt While the reverse reinforcement stitch button is held pressed reverse stitches are sewn After sewing back to the beginning of the stitching release the reverse reinforcement stitch button gt The machine stops sewing Press start stop button or press down on the foot controller gt The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction When the end of the stitching is reached press fj reverse reinforcement stitch button Keep the reverse reinforcement stitch button held down until 3 to 5 reverse stitches are sewn gt While the reverse reinforcement stitch button is depressed reverse stitches are sewn
47. aking sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric e For better results apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it is sewn 4 Trim along the stitches e Be careful not to cut the stitches Smocking 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 zigzag foot J e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Select the straight stitch and then adjust the stitch length to 4 0 mm 3 16 inch and loosen the thread tension e For details refer to Adjusting the stitch length page 46 and Changing the tension of the upper thread page 44 Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm 3 8 inch s N s 1 cm 3 8 inch e It is not necessary to sew reverse reinforcement stitches Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers Smooth the gathers by ironing them k ial L x TINE Ml Decorative Stitching 87 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES 165 173 O Select stitch x or Joining e For details refer to Selecting stitching Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the page 54 seam allowance of joined fabrics This
48. and sewn 1 16 3 16 Reinforce ment Z O No Z Z Z Z i Z ao 2 10 Appliqu quilting free motion quilting satin stitching Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O Zigzag stitch Reinforce for quilting Yes Yes ment NM O Z oO Gi Reinforce ment N Z O O Z O Attaching appliqu s 5 5 1 0 4 0 and e 1 16 1 16 3 16 O Appliqu stitch hae quilting o tai Reinforce ment No 1 0 4 0 Attaching appliqu s di 1 16 3 16 and binding O Z O _ 0p eee O XIGNAddV o Gq Reinforce ment Quilting stitch Quilting background 1 0 7 0 for stippling stitching stippling 1 16 1 4 op 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 O D A zZ Reinforce ment 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Z For decoration etc O eet Cross stitches fa 2 Reinforce ment aN For decoration etc j P TE Z O O O O O Z O O Z O O O O SR EN CO a 2 94 Stitch Name Decorative stitches Satin stitches Pattern A oa a A N z z A foe Zz api A zZ pr Application For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc For decoration etc Stitch Width mm inch
49. appropriate for the type of stitch that priate for the type of stitch that you you wish to sew wish to sew The stitch is not he thread tension is incorrect Adjust the tension of the upper sewn correctly thread Remove the tangle thread If the thread is tangled in the shuttle clean A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used page 12 page 21 page 92 page 44 The thread is tangled for example in the shuttle page 96 the shuttle 100 SLNALNOO AQVAY ONILLADS ot Z G Ww gt 2 U sS3HOLILS ALMILAN Probable Cause Remedy Reference The feed dogs are lowered Slide the drop feed lever to the left The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is appro appropriate for the type of stitch that priate for the type of stitch that you page 92 The fabric does YO wish to sew wish to sew not feed Turn the presser foot pressure dial to The pressure of the presser foot is i the right to increase the pressure of page 30 weak the presser foot The thread is tangled for example Remove the tangle thread It the thread is tangled in the shuttle clean page 96 in the shuttle the shuttle The sewing lamp Contact your retailer or the nearest does not come on 10e sewing lamp is damaged authorized service center Error messages SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 If the start stop button is pressed before the sewing machine
50. ard you to check that the needle does not touch the presser foot If a different stitch is selected or the needle hits the presser foot the needle may bend or break 2 Topstitch around the zipper Stitching Right side of fabric Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper otherwise the needle may bend or break Remove the basting stitching Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric Use this type of zipper for side openings and back openings Inserting a side zipper _ Stitching Right side of fabric End of zipper opening The following procedure will describe how to stitch on the left side as shown in the illustration Attach zigzag foot J and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening With the right sides of the fabric facing each other sew reverse stitches after reaching the Zipper Opening e For details refer to Basic Stitching page 60 Using a basting stitch continue sewing to the edge of the fabric of Il l Basting stitching Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric Wrong side of fabric Zipper Insertion 71 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES
51. at the beginning and end of sewing Pattern After sewing is finished slide the drop feed lever to to the left as seen from the front of the machine to raise the feed dogs a Back side e Normally the drop feed lever is positioned at the left N 1 NS Note The optional quilting foot is available through your brother retailer Appliqu Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 81 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVE ONIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain such as sleeve holes inseams and pocket corners z Z Stitch Width Stitch Length a ls inch mm inch Presser Stitch Name Pattern Application mm inch Foot da Auto MEUNET Auto Manual Triple Eh Reinforcing the seams of sleeves 0 7 1 5 4 0 O and inseams 1 16 3 16 m stitch zl Bar tack Reinforcing the ends of openings 1 0 3 0 stitch such as the corners of pockets 1 16 1 8 m O Triple stretch stitching Bar tack stitching lt Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to and inseams strain such as pocket corners and openings ce As an example the procedure for sewing bar tacks at T Attach zigzag foot J pocket corners is described below w gt o O o e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot
52. bbin winding and then wind it counterclockwise between the discs X N f N e C N Thread guide for bobbin winding While using your left hand to hold the end of the thread that wraps around the thread guide for bobbin winding use your right hand to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin four or five times Pull the thread to the right and pass it through the slit in the bobbin winder seat Slit in bobbin winder seat with built in cutter gt The thread is cut to a suitable length AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV CAUTION Be sure to cut the thread as described on the previous page If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat the thread may become tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out Slide the sewing speed controller to the right so that the speed will be fast D C CD a Sewing speed controller 14 Press start stop button once Start stop button gt The bobbin starts spinning and the thread is wound around the bobbin gt The bobbin stops spinning when it is full Press start stop button once gt The sewing machine stops Use scissors to cut the end of the thread wound around the bobbin Slide the sewi
53. 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 Ug 1 Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder e Refer to Removing the presser foot holder page 31 Align the quilting foot with the lower left side of the presser bar The pin on the quilting foot should be positioned over the needle clamp screw Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver in your left hand Pin on quilting foot 2 Presser foot holder screw 3 Needle clamp screw CAUTION Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the screwdriver otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot causing it to bend or break AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV Slide the drop feed lever located at the rear of the machine on the base to T to the right as seen from the front of the machine Ti tt Feed dog position switch as seen from the rear of the machine Back side gt The feed dogs are lowered Turn on the sewing machine and then select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut and then move the fabric to follow the pattern Reinforcement stitches are sewn
54. ce with the following code 2 Z Blue Neutral a B Li gt rown ive op 0p As the colors of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or colored black or blue The wire which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or colored red or brown Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines To fully enjoy all the features we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1 Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing Do not touch the hand wheel thread take up lever needle or other moving parts 2 Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when Operation is completed Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts A power failure occurs during use Maintaining the machine Leaving the machine unattended 3 Do not store anything on the foot controller 4 Plug the machine directly into the wall Do not use extension cords For a longer service life 1 When storing this machine avoid direct sunlight and high humidity
55. der cannot be used For details refer to Using the twin needle at the right Using the twin needle With the twin needle you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different threads Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality Be sure to use the twin needle the extra spool pin and the spool cap For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle refer to Stitch Settings page 92 C A A 1 CAUTION Only use the twin needle part code X59296 051 Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Install the twin needle e For details on installing a needle refer to Replacing the needle page 28 Thread the upper thread for the left needle eye e For details refer to steps through of Threading the upper thread page 18 Manually thread the left needle with the upper thread Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front e The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle If the needle threader is used with the twin needle the sewing machine may be damaged AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV Insert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin Thread the upper thread in the same way that winder shaft the upper thread for the l
56. e needle Needle position button e The needle is raised 6 Raise the presser foot lever Presser foot lever Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine and then pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them Thread cutter Sewing 43 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread thread tension should be adjusted so that they are equal Changing the tension of the upper thread If the thread and needle combination is correct for the type of fabric being sewn according to Needle types and their uses on page 26 the thread tension will automatically be adjusted to the appropriate setting However if the preset thread tension does not give the desired result or if you are sewing with special thread or on special fabric use the thread tension dial under the upper cover to adjust the tension of the upper thread E Correct thread tension The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross near the center of the fabric Only the upper thread should be visible from the right side of the fabric and only the bobbin thread should be visible from the wrong side of the fabric Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Upper thread Bobbin thread WE Upper thread is too tight If the bobbin thread i
57. e 29 Select a stitch 21N The stitches that can be used are E 22N 23N 24N 25N EDES e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 e Select a stitch width of 6 0 mm 15 64 inch or less O Start sewing Siz Nz NZ AN IN DIN Nic sla sla AN IN DAN Nic o wM siz AN DIN FN Nic sla a AN DIN DX Sic Sle Nic AN AN FN Sic sla siz AN AN DN Nic sla sla AN AN CAIN Nic sla siz AN DIN FN a i Select a stitch width of 6 0 mm 15 64 inch or less otherwise the needle may bend or break 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 Partially removing threads is called drawnwork This gives a beautiful result with fabrics that have a loose weave Two ways to create drawnwork are described below E Drawnwork Example 1 The fabric is turned and sewn twice Q Pull out several threads from the fabric Attach monogramming foot N e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Decorative Stitching 89 SLNALNOO Q z z Z Q D m s lt SOISVd DNIMAS S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES 21N Attach monogramming foot N 3 Select stitch E e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 With the right side of the fabric facing u
58. e details on the needle refer to Needle types and their uses page 26 SLNALNOO With your left hand hold the end of the thread passed through the needle bar thread hook and then pass the thread through the thread guide discs from the front Presser foot lever gt The presser foot is lowered D Lower the needle threader lever until it clicks gt G Q J s lt s G Needle threader lever F gt The thread is passed through the eye of the F needle O Release the needle threader lever Thread guide discs Pass to the back Carefully pull on the loop of thread passed Pass through the slit through the eye of the needle to pull out the Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side end of the thread of the machine Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Thread cutter Upper Threading 21 GETTING READY 22 Raise the presser foot lever pass the thread through the presser foot and then pull out about 5 cm 2 inch of thread toward the rear of the machine 5 cm 2 inch gt The upper threading is finished Now that the upper threading and the lower threading are finished you are ready to begin sewing NS Note If the needle is not raised the needle threader cannot thread the needle Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before using the needle threader If the twin needle is installed the needle threa
59. e inside of one bar tack at to adjust the stitch length O the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent O the stitching from being cut Z P lt E 7 l Q C A pe Pin 2 Z i G Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin Stitch length adjustment slider a and open the buttonhole Stitch length adjustment button gt O lt y e For details refer to Adjusting the stitch length page 46 e f the fabric does not feed for example if it is Z_ too thick decrease the density of the en stitching lt E Changing the stitch width Bee Press the stitch width adjustment button and then slide the stitch width adjustment slider Seam ripper to adjust the stitch width i N Y SOISVd DNIMAS For keyhole buttonholes use the eyelet punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole and then use the seam ripper to cut open the buttonhole S3H LILS ALMILAN Stitch width adjustment slider Stitch width adjustment button gt e For details refer to Adjusting the stitch 4 width page 45 Eyelet punch S e When using the eyelet punch place thick paper or some other protective sheet under gt Memo eee the fabric before punching the hole in the Before sewing buttonholes check the stitch fabric length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric When opening the buttonhole with the seam ripper do not
60. e manufacturer as contained in this manual Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not use outdoors Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered To disconnect turn the main switch to the symbol O position which represents off then remove plug from outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the machine needle Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break Do not use bent needles Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break Switch the machine to the symbol O position when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot and the like Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any othe
61. e to read and carefully follow the instructions below CAUTION Only use home sewing machine needles Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness Refer to the E following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew l nee Thread Fabric Type Application Size of Needle Type Size Cotton thread 60 80 Synthetic thread 75 11 90 14 Silk thread 50 80 Cotton thread 60 80 Synthetic thread 65 9 75 11 Silk thread 50 80 Synthetic me soo 90 14 100 16 Silk thread 8 point needle Thread for knits 50 60 golden colored 8757 1 90 14 Synthetic thread 50 80 65 9 90 14 Silk thread Synthetic thread i 30 90 14 100 16 Silk thread 26 GETTING READY SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 U m Z Q Ww gt e Cp S3H LILS ALMILAN gt gt a a2 Z z X lt gt Memo The smaller the thread number the thicker the thread and the larger the needle number the thicker the needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur Use a 90 14 to 100 16 needle with transparent nylon threads regardless of the fabric being sewn A 75 1
62. ectly install the spool The needle breaks The spool is incorrectly installed The area around the hole in the nee Replace the needle plate 98 dle plate is scratched or has a burr on it The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched or has a burr on it The shuttle is scratched or has a burr on it A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center Replace the presser foot Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center Replace the shuttle Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center Incorrect bobbins will not work properly Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine SAHOLILS ALMILN SOISVd DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference The upper thread was not threaded correctly for example the spool is not installed correctly the spool cap is too big for the spool being used or the thread has come out of the nee dle bar thread hook Correct the upper threading There are knots or tangles in the eed Remove any knots or tangles The selected needle is not appropri Select a needle that is appropriate aga 96 ate for the thread being used for the type of stitch being used pag The upper thread tension is too tight Loosen the upper thread tension page 44 page 18
63. ee 12 s Anane ne DORI serrian E E RE E E E 12 ep WYSE DODDI lt eizsrse paces rcs erect ante e rows a nee nano soon ae nec eee eaten 16 O Upper Threading sisinssaosirenie a ohistetunsseiweteentosias catered eaten 18 2 Threading TUS CF LUIS AG pvecieccseccar aretatesceeanysaceieduaipyscaeascsata aponimocetonvaesasiessapssancanesas S a 18 iclescle larg the neede ssrirer tien Merten eter Tre errr eter Tere nine tee tee nen nt Maren ena rear rrr ney ener net 21 PENS EMU OSC arseron eae E aE E Eaa SAEN 22 Usine tiread that winds Ol gek serineto a a AS 24 P PONNE UOTE DODD N UNEIA ses tencmcntiausata tovaoirsapeteetenetnvegendeatioumttantenacin a ieatiee tar 25 R placing th Needle acto haste saccstsenecavensonssorecacesauesseceansest cides nceed eieaa ier okori iaa aiani 26 2 Kecdi OU CG AUN ONS syiir errun n E E EE EAE EAEAN 26 Needle types and ANGIE USES ereire e a E E A ES 26 Chec kne TS CC sernai E A EE a E E E 27 m Replacing Hie Meedio sensei sr AE E ea r EE EE 28 2 Replacing the Presser FOOL 6 scceciccnscsxcasnccznacswecteveecsosss a a AEE EEEN 29 Prosser ioo CCA ONS eere a E EEEE O RENEE ATA 29 Replacine the pesse VOL vesiat E E eee ee 29 gt Adjusting the pressure of the presser 1OOL s 1 44 ccs2eseaecpagasten ctsusexssesnaaeaehaoes haasta tieisiai eeen isinsi etoeseaneuieeaeneaeds 30 U REMOVING mMepressei TOOL MOGI sesir a ov naia deni Gedy tetaocondeeceabtasaeenennneiar ine aw esnaeenaaetions 31 Ae Usine the ogpuonal WANKING TOGE
64. ee eeeceeertea e ee 87 eae EE caters N E N E E E E A E E aden A E E onus ates aadessantins 88 E a E E EE E eects 89 SMER SQUID GS aiee E E E EE EE T 92 G a recat cece E E ares dans ee ieee seen oes 92 IWRAIIDG IAIN Gc ated ces e E E 96 CISA eS WC MINS SUES aan a E E E 96 a Cleaning CIN SUITE sipsien cetera EEE EEA E 96 Z Troubleshooting puesc tetorin nania a er E a ERAAN ar O ASAE E Aaaa 98 T Eror IMESSAZCS sipiin aidian eian aa iea a a araia E E U aa Aaa aa a E i A 101 Omon E a E E eee ee 102 REMOVING ING UD POR COVEN sersnieremaiss i a a e ae a 102 aE a E A E E E E A E E 103 AGV ae NILL39 SOISVE ONIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Important Safety Instructions When using this machine basic safety precautions should always be taken including the following Read all instructions before using DAN G E R To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning WARN I N G To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons 1 2 O Ui 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only accessories recommended by th
65. eft side was Insert the extra spool pin so that it is threaded perpendicular to the bobbin winder shaft s PA co Thread guide cover e For details refer to step through of Threading the upper thread page 20 Bobbin winder shaft Swing down the spool pin so that it is horizontal Without passing the thread through the needle bar thread hook manually thread the right needle Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front Place the upper thread spool for the needle on the right side onto the extra spool pin and then secure it with the spool cap The thread should unroll from the top front of e The needle threader cannot be used with the the spool twin needle If the needle threader is used with the twin needle the sewing machine may be damaged Attach zigzag foot J e For details on changing the presser foot refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 1 CAUTION Spool cap Spool When using the twin needle be sure to attach zigzag foot J otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged 10 Turn on the sewing machine Upper Threading 23 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY Select a stitch e For details on selecting a stitch refer to Using thread that winds off Selecting Stitching page 54 ickl
66. ently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand and then start sewing gt Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops Raise the presser foot lever remove the fabric and cut the threads Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position gt Memo If the fabric does not feed for example because it is too thick increase the stitch length For details refer to Adjusting the stitch length page 46 Reinforcement Stitching 83 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Eyelet Stitching Eyelets such as those on belts can be sewn Three sizes of eyelets are possible 7 mm 6 mm and 5 mm 1 4 15 64 and 3 16 inch Stitch Name Pattern Application Sewing eyelets for example on Eyelet stitch al e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 3 Select stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Adjust the stitch width to select the desired eyelet size sm A Vay Vays ae 7mm 6mm 5mm 1 4 inch 15 64 inch 3 16 inch e For details refer to Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length page 45 Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching and then lower the presser foot lever 84 Auto Manual Auto Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presse
67. esser Foot scccssssssssssssccecceeesssssesssssesesnsnnn EEA 29 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces oocccccececcceccccceconeenrenreerer NE Eaa 33 N Turning the Machine On Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply Use only regular household electricity for the power source Using other power sources may result in fire electric shock or damage to the machine Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances e When you are away from the machine e After using the machine e When the power fails during use e When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection e During electrical storms AULON Do not use extension cords or multi plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them Fire or electric shock may result Do not touch the plug with wet hands Electric shock may result When unplugging the machine always turn off the main power first Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet Pulling on the cord may damage the cord or lead to fire or electric shock Do not allow the power cord to be cut damaged modified forcefully bent pulled twisted or bundled Do not place heavy objects on the cord Do not subject the cord to heat These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric
68. ether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that is selected For details refer to Stitch Settings page 92 Select a stitch e For details on selecting a stitch refer to Selecting stitching page 54 6 Press automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key in the operation panel This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those for sewing buttonholes is selected where reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn Automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key gt The automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key lights up e To cancel automatic reverse reinforcement stitching press the automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key again Useful Functions 47 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV SEWING BASICS 48 Position the fabric under the presser foot and then press O start stop button once EER Start stop button gt After reverse reinforcement stitches are sewn the machine starts sewing After reaching the end of the stitching press CR reverse reinforcement stitch button once This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those for sewing buttonholes and bar tacks is selected where reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn gt gt gt gt gt Pr CCI D Reverse reinforcement stitch button After reverse reinforcement stitches
69. four beeps are sounded E If the machine locks up for example because the thread is tangled The sewing machine continues to beep for four seconds The machine automatically stops Be sure to check for the cause of the error and N f correct it before continuing to sew 8 ZAN AGV ae NILL39 Push the upper cover down to re attach it to the machine SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV 102 Numerics SOUL 7127S SUC sasea es 57 A ACCESSORIES asiaa AAA Cover A adjustable zipper piping fOOt ssesssssssseessssesesersssssssrerrses 1 GE VON orea E dsb Medians seaemeuiaceiss Cover C BIS MOINS eiee aN a 77 automatic reinforcement stitching eeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 47 automatic reverse stitching cece eeeeeseceeeceeseeeenneeeeeees 47 automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key Cover E B balance wheel ccccceeccescceesccseccesccessceeeseeees Cover C 38 AIG E a E E anetutean aes 82 pasie SUERO srssiaina A 60 DE SU MGI E a 61 pind stitch TOOL ssicsises enans Cover A DOD sea Cover A 16 DODDI COVEI a sanccccocncreeeeeeceraciaenntceeesasioansaicenee Cover C 16 DODD IIM CNA si cxstatascabsateiaestasatqeaieiciehiassinpaucnsgesnatsieeans 16 T E een ence Sree rr A err 25 bobbin winder cccceeccceecceeccceeccescceseceeeceeees Cover B 13 bobbin WINKED SEAL since ocesnsasseaneentrsacnacesatan acacia 14 bobbin winder shaft spring sasscsccssecesscaveies
70. he spool pin Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool e If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unrolls correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin EA Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin With the rounded side of the spool cap positioned toward the left slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible until the right side of the spool touches the right end of the spool pin e Three spool cap sizes are available large medium and small Use the spool cap with a diameter that is slightly larger than the diameter of the spool The medium sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased m Spool cap large Spool cap medium Spool e When using a spool of cross wound thread install the small spool cap with some space between the cap and the spool Spool Gap 3 Spool cap small Upper Threading 19 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break Three spool cap sizes are available large medium and small allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used If the spool cap is t
71. he machine refer to Turning on the machine page 11 Turn on the machine SLNALNOO Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn For details on selecting a stitch refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Select the stitch Attach the presser foot appropriate for the stitch For details on replacing the presser foot refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Attach the presser foot AGV ae NILL39 Place the area to be sewn under the presser foot Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of KARUGA the fabric are aligned correctly For details on positioning the fabric refer to Positioning the fabric page 38 SOISVd DNIMAS Start sewing For details on starting to sew refer to Starting to sew page 39 Start sewing Cut the thread at the end of sewing UALS For cletails on cutting the thread refer to Cutting the thread page 43 Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV Sewing 37 SEWING BASICS Positioning the fabric Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly D Turn on the sewing machine The straight stitch left needle position is automatically selected Press J needle position button once or twice to raise the needle gt gt gt Pe CCI D
72. he position of the needle when the sewing machine is stopped If the key is lit the sewing machine will stop with the needle lowered If the key is not lit the sewing machine will stop with the needle raised Stitch selection key Stitch indicator 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 54 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 to the right of the stitch number Cover E AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Enclosed Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 1 Side cutter Part code SA177 XC3879 002 2 Quilting guide Part code SA132 XC2215 002 3 Wide table Part code SA537 XC4541 051 4 Walking foot Part code SA140 XC2214 002 5 Quilting foot Part code SA129 XC1948 002 6 Adjustable zipper piping foot Part code SA161 XC1970 002 7 Non stick foot Part code SA114 XC1949 002 8 Open toe foot Part code SA147 XC1964 002 9 Stitch guide foot P Part code SA160 XA8839 002 gt Memo To obtain optional accessories or parts contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized service center SOISVE O
73. hread around the thread guide plate when threading the upper thread Spool pin Place the spool on the spool pin Thread guide for bobbin winding Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread Upper cover Open the upper cover to place the spool of thread on the spool pin Bobbin winder Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin Operation panel Select a stitch from those that appear in the operation panel page Cover E Cover B Sewing speed controller Use the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed Operation buttons Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and raise and lower the needle page Cover D Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment When sewing cylindrical pieces remove the flat bed attachment Thread cutter Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to thread the needle 3 Thread tension dial Use the thread tension dial to adjust the tension of the upper thread AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS EE dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Needle and presser foot section Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Right side rear view Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks Thread gu
74. i een Cover C E A EE AA EE 82 e a E E E OE T T 87 POOLT ID eraa EN Cover A 13 19 O rer Cover A 24 POO e A EE Cover B 13 19 start stop DUTTON aeccenecesexeaaanteneedtnncvecdcansseeneonans Cover D 39 starine SCWANG sorre 39 SUI odo TOOT eini EREN 1 SUILCHY ICUICALOM asosini Cover E Site MINCE a 46 stitch length adjustment button ssssseseseeeessseree Cover E stitch length adjustment slider nsee Cover E SE A EE OT E A A 92 SW ersen a a 45 stitch width adjustment button ssssecsssesseessssersee Cover E stitch width adjustment slider eseese Cover E EE se E Cover E S AE a p E E E T E 60 swete h TAIMRICS osure cinder cease 51 104 T Weck TICS goesta i ctaiencaedssagheweseutsentasas 50 aE a e E E E E 51 read COMEN Sa oxsastsenseencpcstscreceapienateanncatasaussdeeisntess Cover B thread guide COVER enediesmimmcsmnieren Cover B 14 20 thread guide discs ox sasscesenccsdesesisvaesecsseanacoseas Cover C 21 thread guide for bobbin winding s es Cover B 14 thread guide plate cccccesecsreceseesoeees Cover B 14 20 read ENS IOI esimer iiaea e 44 thread tension dial essssssssesssessesssssssssssssesses Cover B 44 thread that quickly unwinds ssssessssssessssssssssssssrsssrrssees 24 Wal SOWA spesis ea e eercatinemapwaereeen 49 Hiple stret MANER naseer iss 82 TOUDISSHOOUING senini dy vends 98 twin needle ooo cece eeeceeeccessccesccessceesceeees Cover A 22 28 U OD DEI COV EL cassera a Cover B 13 19 uppe e eena
75. iS 4 I op O Stitch length a slider T 2 Stitch length adjustment button U Long Short gt Memo For details on adjusting the stitch width and length refer to Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length page 45 gt gt a a2 Z z X lt Selecting Stitching 55 UTILITY STITCHES Overcasting Stitches 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 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot G Two stitches can be used to sew overcasting with overcasting foot G Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Presser itch N Patt Applicati Stitc ame Pattern pplication Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual S Preventing fraying in medium 3 5 2 5 5 0 2 0 1 0 4 0 weight and thin fabrics 1 8 3 32 3 16 1 16 1 16 3 16 Overcasting G stitch POI wee Preventing fraying in thick fabrics 5 0 2 5 5 0 25 1 0 4 0 and fabrics that fray easily 3 16 3 32 3 16 3 32 1 16 3 16 Sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot guide e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Needle drop point Position the fabric with the edge of the fabr
76. ic against the guide of the presser foot and then lower the presser foot lever 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 Guide 56 SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISVEG DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV i Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot J Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot J Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Presser itch N Patt Applicati Stitc ame Pattern pplication Foot SLNALNOO Auto Manual Auto Manual 045 Preventing fraying center 3 5 0 0 7 0 Zigzagstitch baseline reverse stitching 1 8 0 1 4 aio 0 J16 3 point Preventing fraying in thick fabrics 5 0 J ee stitch and stretch fabrics 3 16 aie ija aio O64 3 16 Overcasting Preventing fraying in stretch 5 0 0 0 7 0 stitch fabrics 3 16 0 1 4 AGV ae NILL39 e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 SOISVd DNIMAS Select a stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Needle drop point gt Memo For best results when sewing stretch fabrics decrease the pressure of the presser foot For details refer to Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot page 30 Sew along the edge of the fabric with the
77. ide discs Pass the thread through the thread guide discs when using the needle threader to thread the needle Needle bar thread hook Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread hook Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams Bobbin cover shuttle Remove the bobbin cover and then insert the bobbin into the shuttle Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitching Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder Presser foot dial Use the presser foot dial to adjust the amount of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be exchanged Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable into the foot controller jack Power supply jack Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply jack Feed dog positio
78. 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 along their seams Baste the two pieces of fabric separated by about 4 mm 3 16 inch onto thin paper or a sheet of water soluble stabilizer _ Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer Basting stitching 4 mm 3 16 inch Attach zigzag foot J e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 16J 173 4 Select stitch x or 3 e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Set the stitch width to 7 0 mm 1 4 inch e For details refer to Adjusting the stitch width page 45 86 Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric After sewing is finished remove the paper AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV Scallop stitching The wave shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called scalloping It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs T Attach monogramming foot N e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 2N i 2 Select stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 meu Stitch along the edge of the fabric m
79. 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 A Stitch selection key or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed the message disappears Error Message Probable Cause The start stop button or reverse reinforcement stitch but ton was pressed while the presser foot was raised A stitch other than the buttonhole or bar tack stitch was selected and the start stop button was pressed while the buttonhole lever is lowered SOISVE ONIMAS The buttonhole or bar tack stitch was selected and the start stop button was pressed while the buttonhole lever is raised Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O The reverse reinforcement stitch button or needle posi tion button was pressed while the bobbin winder shift is moved to the right The start stop button was pressed while the foot control ler was connected The motor locked up because the thread is tangled XIGNAddV Troubleshooting 101 APPENDIX Operation beep be Removing the upper cover Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation If the upper cover of the sewing machine was is performed a beep is sounded removed re attach it as described in the following procedure E For a correct operation One beep is sounded SLNALNOO GD Hold the upper cover level E If an incorrect operation is performed Two or
80. is used when making a crazy quilt GD Attach zigzag foot J O Stitch between the straight stitches SLNALNOO e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Sew together the right sides of the two pieces of fabric and then open up the seam allowances AGV ae NILL39 SOISVd DNIMAS Wrong side of fabric 6 5 mm 1 4 inch seam allowance Straight stitch 13J 143 153 Select stitch B or 3 a e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces up and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with the seam XIGNAddV Right side of fabric 88 Heirloom stitching 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 ee Install the wing needle e Use a 130 705H 100 16 wing needle e For details on installing a needle refer to Replacing the needle page 28 e The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back 2 Attach monogramming foot N e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot pag
81. ise the needle from the fabric and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric 24 Pull out about 5 cm 2 inch of the bobbin Pulling up the bobbin thread thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine When making gathers or before free motion quilting first pull up the bobbin thread as described below Insert the bobbin into the shuttle e Refer to steps through of Installing the bobbin page 16 SLNALNOO Pass the bobbin thread through the slot Do not cut the thread with the cutter Reattach the bobbin cover Insert the tab in the lower left corner of the bobbin cover and then lightly press down on the right side AGV ae NILL39 While lightly holding the upper thread with your left hand press needle position button twice to raise the needle SOISVd DNIMAS Needle position button gt The bobbin thread is looped around the upper thread and can be pulled up Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p Carefully pull the upper thread upward to pull out the end of the bobbin thread XIGNAddV Upper Threading 25 Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles 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 sur
82. itch Appliqu stitching Satin scallop stitch 2 5 3 32 2 5 3 32 2 5 3 32 2 5 3 32 1 4 1 16 1 0 1 16 2 0 1 16 2 5 3 32 2 5 3 32 2 0 1 16 2 0 1 16 2 5 3 32 0 5 1 32 Z O GO0DOOOODOOOOOG SAHOLILS ALMILAN Z O O N Uae UW N ae 5 7 Reinforce Scallop stitching fa ment 92 Stitch Name Pattern Wie ook A amp Joining stitch VVV h ol i VV o i 2 174 o Fagoting stitch N a LIX pes Ci I z Z T N N Fa Decorative stitch TKK N oO Zz OO Stitch Width mm inch Application Manual aN Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching Patchwork stitching decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric such as with tricot Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching Fagoting and decora tive stitching Fagoting and decora tive stitching Decorative stitching Decorative stitching 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 Decorative stitching and elastic attaching Lace sewing decora tive hemming heir loom stitching etc 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 1 5 7 0 Decorative hemming 1 1 6 1 4 heirloom stitching etc Decorative hemming on thin mediumweight and plain weave fab rics heirloom stitch ing etc 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 Decorative hemming on thin mediumweight and plain weave fab rics heirloom stitch ing etc 1 5
83. m allowance the needle position adjust the stitch width 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 Baste the fabric to be quilted Attach the walking foot e For details refer to Using the optional walking foot page 31 345 363 i l Ip amp Select atten or Q e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 Place one hand on each side of the presser foot and then evenly stretch the fabric while sewing NSN Note When sewing with the walking foot sew at a speed between slow and medium The optional walking foot is available through your brother retailer Appliqu Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 79 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVE ONIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES E Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced B n Insert the stem of the quilter into the hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder L Walking foot Adjust the stem of the quilter so that the quilt guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn N 7 NS Note The optional quilting guide is available through your brother retailer 80 Free motion quilting With free motion quilting the feed dogs
84. n snaps into the notch in the presser foot holder Presser foot lever gt The presser foot is attached Raise the presser foot lever to check that the presser foot is securely attached NS Note For details on the presser foot that should be used with the selected stitch refer to Stitch Settings page 92 30 Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot The amount of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric can be adjusted Lower the presser foot lever Presser foot lever Turn the presser foot dial at the back of the sewing machine The scale on the dial indicates the range from 1 weak to 4 strong Turn the dial to the right smaller number to decrease the pressure Turn the dial to the left large number to increase the pressure When you are finished sewing reset the dial to 3 standard AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder such as the quilting foot Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder E Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 Use the screwdriver to loosen the presser foot holder screw Screwdriver E At
85. n switch Use the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs gt Memo Refer to Cover B D or E pages while you are learning to use your machine Cover C AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations SLNALNOO Q m Z Q JJ m lt Start stop button Needle position button D N Press the start stop button to start or stop sewing The Press the needle position button to raise or lower the JJ machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of needle Pressing the button twice sews one stitch sewing while the button is depressed When sewing is 4 Sewing speed controller stopped the needle is lowered in the fabric For details Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing refer to Starting to sew page 39 speed gt The button lights up in green red or orange depending Presser foot lever 5 on how the sewing machine is being operated Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower dp Green When the machine is ready to start the presser foot sewing or while it is sewing Red When the machine is not ready to start sewing Orange When the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right for winding the bobbin thread onto the bobbin Reverse reinforcement stitch button A Press the rever
86. needle dropping off the edge at the right EE dp a ae m p Needle drop point XIGNAddV Overcasting Stitches 57 UTILITY STITCHES Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Using the side cutter seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off The following four stitches can be used to sew overcasting When the side cutter is attached be sure to use the settings in the ranges listed below SLNALNOO Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Presser Stitch Name Pattern Application Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Sewing straight stitches while 0 0 2 5 2 5 0 2 5 cutting the fabric O 0 3 32 3 32 1 64 1 6 l Preventing o thin and mediumweight fa cutting the fabric stitch Preventing fraying in thick 2 5 1 0 4 0 fabrics while cutting the fabric 316 3 32 1 16 3 16 36J o Sewing zigzag stitches while 3 5 3 5 5 0 1 4 0 0 4 0 m 3 cutting the fabric 1 8 1 8 3 16 1 16 0 3 16 2 Z Hook the connecting fork of the side cutter 2 onto the needle clamp screw gt ep O o iz Remove the presser foot P e For details refer to Replacing the presser u foot 29 4 page 29 O ale Lower the presser foot lever and then Connecting fork m manually thread the needle Needle clamp screw 0 1 0 4 0 rics while 1 16 3 16 Overcasting AGV ae NILL39 VW e The
87. ng sewing gathers or pintucks etc Reverse O Straight stitc Ea Presser Foot Ea Twin Needle AGV ae NILL39 Attaching zippers basic stitching sewing gath ers or pintucks etc Reverse O Attaching sleeves sew ing inseams sewing stretch fabrics and dec Orative stitching Reinforce ment Triple stretch stitch 1 16 3 16 Z0 O Z O 1 0 4 0 Reinforce Sewing stretch fabrics 1 16 3 16 ment and decorative stitching Overcasting and attach 0 7 0 0 4 0 ing appliqu s 1 16 0 3 16 Reverse Overcasting on medi umweight or stretch 1 5 7 0 0 2 4 0 Reinforce fabrics attaching elas 1 16 1 4 1 16 1 64 3 16 ment tic darning etc Stretch stitch By 15 40 Zigzag stitch O O 3 point zigzag stitch O O Z EAEEAESEAE SOISVd DNIMAS Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 Overcasting on thin or 2 5 5 1 16 3 16 0 mediumweight fabrics 3 32 3 16 Reinforce ment 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Overcasting on stretch 0 7 0 5 4 0 Reinforce fabrics 1 32 3 16 ment Overcasting Overcasting on thick 2 5 5 stitch O fabrics 3 32 3 16 O alz O O Reinforce ment 1 0 3 5 Blind hem stitching on 1 16 1 8 mediumweight fabrics O Blind hem stitch XIGNAddV Reinforce ment 1 0 3 5 Blind hem stitching on 1 16 1 8 stretch fabrics DE O 1 6 4 0 Reinforce 1 16 3 16 ment Z O Z Appliqu st
88. ng speed controller back to its original position 1 CAUTION Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be O xX o S memo When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin the machine will make a clicking sound this is not a malfunction incorrect Winding Installing the Bobbin 15 O O z Mm Zz 6p AGV ae NILL39 SOISVd DNIMAS S3H LILS ALMILAN gt gt a a2 Z z X lt GETTING READY 6 Remove the bobbin cover Installing the bobbin Hold the bobbin with your right hand and Install the bobbin wound with thread hold the end of the thread with your left Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect SLNALNOO e Be careful not to drop the bobbin s Insert the bobbin into the shuttle so that the FF Ss thread unrolls to the left The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from older models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same Ae type part code SA156 XA5539 151 f Actual size 11 5 mm 7 16 inch AGV ae NILL39 e Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right This model Older model hand and then guide
89. o The optional wide table makes sewing large pieces sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs of fabric easier Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left Open up the legs at the bottom of the wide table Pull out the four legs until they snap into place AGV ae NILL39 gt With the flat bed attachment removed free arm sewing is possible Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm and then sew from the top U ot Z Q Ww gt e U S3H LILS ALMILAN When you are finished with free arm sewing install the flat bed attachment back in its gt With the flat bed attachment removed free original position arm sewing is possible Install the wide table Keeping the wide table level fully slide it into place XIGNAddV N 7 NN Note The optional wide table is available through your brother retailer Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 33 GETTING READY Turn the screw at the bottom of the legs to adjust their height CAUTION Do not move the sewing machine while the wide table is attached otherwise damage or injuries may occur When you are finished using the wide table remove it While slightly lifting up the wide table pull it off to the left Install the flat bed attachment back in its original position gt Memo With the legs folded up the wide table can be stored attached to the hard case 34 AGYV ae NILL39
90. onesenoncsananarousasanceasesns 63 F POOTO GENS aa N E E E E 64 O PURON SOWIE aisian E E A E E E 67 O Zipper NASER TOM sessioissa E AEO 70 Hseanngea centered ZIP DCN susidi ean 70 eS Jae ae A te E E garner meer ener eter iter AEE reer ane E nner T EE eee arr a ener ee ee ee eer ee eee 71 4 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape cccccccssssscsssssssssssssssssssssscsscscssccccccesseeseees 74 L E O E A OI A A ae SEAE N E A E OA A AA A O E 74 lt PAIE NE eai a a E E ANE 74 u Appliqu Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ooossoseooseoessssssssoeesceessssssssosooeesossssssssssossesse 76 APPR SECC INS e EE T A E N EE 77 Patchwork crazy gUn Si CAINE sasasi a a a a a E aS 78 m PUI E EE E A E E E nce E O O E E N A E OA A 78 o E aer A E E eetace hese 79 FPRSC MOUOR CUMIN scedecssscsurensssemacorsescs erases cade ernest in nmedens aeeterweerecesie 80 Reinforcement Stitching ssssosoeesssssssssssososesesesssssssssssssssesssssssssssossssssssssssssssssossssssssesssss 82 z TAPIE sreth SUCRE sssi a E ea lees sia isa iete 82 U AE ES ni E EE A ONENA NE NTE N E NNE EN E EN 82 Ae EV GICE SEI CHING san casspnccsiaisnveswensanewessscesensgueneienasserginwesewedesissieaanusununeneumslsnslesaenveseusensiesacebenieeernnes 84 Z Decorative SUCKING 40ssscensicersasasccatssseuducnsssansessexessnscedaieonecuenseasndiedseanhoossbbessweteheiseseiansawanas 85 TaS Beast E EEE A T E EE E E E spat ees O A AT E 86 EAS CNE ees E NN 87 WOE E T E se
91. oo small for the spool being used the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break gt lt lll While holding the spool with your right hand pull the thread with your left hand and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover to the front P 7 ig LY ZY i Thread guide cover Pass the thread under the thread guide plate from the right Thread guide plate 20 While using your right hand to hold the thread passed under the thread guide plate taut pass the thread through the guides in the order up left down up gt down shown 4 VAD b Zs i Hi yO e pi Ei H i Wi o oS Shutter The following diagram shows the shutter position when the presser foot is lowered Since the shutter is closed when the presser foot is lowered the machine cannot be threaded Be sure to raise the presser foot so that the shutter is open in order to thread the machine Shutter Pass the thread through the thread hook at the base of the needle bar Thread hook Next use the needle threader to thread the needle Continue with the procedure in Threading the needle on the next page AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Lower the presser foot lever Threading the needle The needle threader can be used with needle size 75 11 through 100 16 For mor
92. p sew along the right edge of the frayed section e For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 29 3 Select stitch e For details refer to Selecting stitching page 54 SLNALNOO 24N NNV 4 Sew along the center of the unfrayed section Turn the fabric around to sew the opposite side AGV ae NILL39 Sew along the other edge of the frayed section so that it looks like the previous stitching SOISVd DNIMAS E Drawnwork Example 2 Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p Pull out several threads from two sections of the fabric separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm 3 16 inch XIGNAddV 4 mm 3 16 inch 90 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter Stitch Settings ssscccssssssssssssssssesssnsssasssasssasessenenneeennennnnnnnnnttt as 92 Maintenance sccccceccccccccceceenenensseoososnsseeesssssseseseeneeentnnntntnnnntt 96 Troubleshooting cccccccccscccsssssssosssesssenseenee558 e550 sss nnnnn nnn 98 APPENDIX Applications stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table SLNALNOO Utility stitches Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Application Reverse Reinforcement Stitching Side cutter Manual Auto Manual Basic stitchi
93. pool pin e Three spool cap sizes are available large medium and small Use the spool cap with a diameter that is slightly larger than the diameter of the spool The medium sized spool cap is already on the spool pin when the sewing machine is purchased m 1 ee Spool cap large 2 Spool cap medium Spool e When using a spool of cross wound thread install the small spool cap with some space between the cap and the spool o Spool Gap 3 Spool cap small Winding Installing the Bobbin 13 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY CAUTION If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break Three spool cap sizes are available large medium and small 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 While holding the spool with your right hand pull the thread with your left hand and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover to the front Thread guide cover Pass the thread under the thread guide plate from the right Thread guide plate 14 Pull the thread to the right pass it under the hook on the thread guide for bo
94. presser foot If the needle hits the presser gt The stitch width adjustment button lights up foot the needle may bend or break Slide the stitch width adjustment slider up and down Sliding the stitch width adjustment slider up makes the stitch width wider sliding the slider down makes the stitch width narrower Stitch width adjustment slider Stitch width adjustment button E Changing the needle position With the straight stitch left needle position and the triple stretch stitch the needle position can be adjusted Sliding the stitch width adjustment slider up moves the needle to the right sliding the slider down moves the needle to the left Pee e To automatically select the stitch width most appropriate for the selected stitch press the stitch width adjustment button again Adjusting the Thread Tension Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 45 SLNALNOO AGV ae NILL39 U m Z Q Ww gt e U S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV SEWING BASICS s Adjusting the stitch length by The stitch length can be adjusted with the arrow keys Press the stitch length adjustment button in the operation panel SLNALNOO gt The stitch length adjustment button lights up Slide the stitch length adjustment slider up and down Sliding the stitch length adjustment slider up makes the stitching coarser sliding the slider down makes the stitching finer AGYV ae NILL39 7
95. r Cover B Needle and presser OOt SECU OM stnciecencctiecacsacnecsereectieans aonesau cen aapasaeesaeciende senna EA ANENE nee eae Cover C WY USM SMCS MeO aero N EA E te stswatesetevaceness Cover C SFA OI ONS EE ce E E AE E E A E E Cover D Operation Panel axecconzonceossencacmaraancalanaa seenmeupane AE A AA A Aak Cover E Optional ACCOSSONNCS sesnccenscescnsiscssesspswascaennsteeqiescuadensadsansdse ser cssissee eauvasenupatessnesit eA 1 T PTMEFOGUCTI ONY ssscseetssosnceevnevetarurnaseoncivenstensssebasonacvonetsahae aaiae iedereeen utrie aaaea 2 B Sewing Machin Features ses erscoseceevwasuscvdses lt epceentntenenseansesenensrseewessensvdvaverseseatesavsounedeassegeeeess 2 gt COMMING ie E E E A E E N A 3 0 Important Safety Instructions seeesesssssooooooeessssssssssooceocssssssssoeeeeeessssssssosooeceeesssssssssoeseessss 6 za gt g GETING READ Y oere E a Turning the Machine On Off ssssssseseeeeessssssssssooceocssssssssssosoeeeesesssssssssososesssessssssssseesesess 10 Powersupply DINECAUTIONS 2scaecs2iaseeieceeceeandansegeaebarpapcansaiesveneeudanenedansnestonennpaveaecencantveseeunancenesencebanedeseaneaedeeanedanes 10 2 TAG FAI an Rema CNN a E tentinsauteae atenetenonrcrss 11 T rning off the machine serisicssiiissisrsisiesa inyana ine ceeds EAE ENa E E avian aeons 11 Z Winding Installing the Bobbin c sccsccssssscessesscsssescessssscesceessacsassessenssacessesseenssssseneess 12 0 BODDI E O a E E T A ere e
96. r Foot Manual O Start sewing gt Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet 5 e When using the eyelet punch place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric gt Memo If thin thread is used the stitching may be coarse If this occurs sew the eyelet twice before removing the fabric one on top of the other SAHOLILS ALMILN EH SOISVEG DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO XIGNAddV Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine Stitch Width Stitch Length mm inch mm inch SLNALNOO Stitch Name Pattern Application Auto Manual Auto Manual 1 D D N Sg 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 3 Yy 0 7 0 0 1 4 US NS No Fagoting Sewing two pieces of fabric Q A stitch together across an open seam 5 0 2 5 7 0 2 5 1 0 4 0 0 3 16 3 25 1 4 3 32 1 16 3 16 z gt 4 0 0 0 7 0 1 2 0 2 4 0 z 3 16 0 1 4 1 16 1 64 3 16 Joining a 5 0 2 5 7 0 2D 1 0 4 0 stitch Decorative bridging stitches 3 16 3 32 1 4 3 32 1 16 3 16 On 0 0 7 0 0 2 4 0 0 1 4 1 64 3 16 R S Zi a ae _ a a Sg O T N N UI 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 0
97. r user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine 18 If the Light unit is damaged it must be replaced by authorized dealer SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use SOISVd DNIMAS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV 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 O IMPORTANT O 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 Z the plug Op NOTE The plug served from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is O hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet In the event of replacing the plug fuse use a fuse m approved by ASTA to BS 1362 i e carrying the mark rating as marked on plug 4 Always replace the fuse cover never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted JJ WARNING u DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE z LETTER E BY THE EARTH SYMBOL L OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW The wires in this main lead are colored in accordan
98. rned off all stitch settings are cancelled f a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord When restarting the sewing machine follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine For U S A only This appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other To reduce the risk of electrical shock this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not modify the plug in any way Turning the Machine On Off 11 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV GETTING READY Winding installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin and then insert the bobbin thread Bobbin precautions SLNALNOO Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin CAUTION Only use the bobbin part code SA156 XA5539 151 designed specifically for this sewing machine Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine The enclosed bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from older models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type part code
99. rrectly The upper thread was not threaded correctly or the bobbin is incor rectly installed page 16 18 The spool is incorrectly installed The combination of fabric thread The fabric is and needle is not correct wrinkled XASdNI XIGNAddV Correct the upper threading page 18 ihesconbinationorabueahresd Select a thread and needle that are and needle iG nckeonect appropriate for the type of fabric Stitches are being sewn skipped The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle page 27 The needle is incorrectly installed Correctly install the needle page 28 Dust has accumulated under the Remove the needle plate cover and weob needle plate or in the shuttle clean the shuttle pag Dust has accumulated in the feed eaea page 96 dogs or in the shuttle The upper thread was not threaded correctly page 26 Correct the upper threading page 18 A high pitched noise is made The shuttle is scratched or has a Replace the shuttle while sewing Contact your retailer or the nearest burr on it authorized service center Incorrect bobbins will not work prop erly Only use a bobbin designed spe cifically for this machine The needle E EE E Press 5 a position button to threader cannot raise the needle be used The needle is incorrectly installed Correctly install the needle page 28 The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is appro
100. s visible from the right side of the fabric the upper thread is too tight ue Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Upper thread Bobbin thread The bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric 44 Turn the thread tension dial to the left to loosen the upper thread W Upper thread is too loose If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric the upper thread is too loose Wrong side of fabric 2 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 to the right to tighten the upper thread SEWING BASICS AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The zigzag width pattern width and stitch length of utility stitches can be adjusted Normally when a stitch is selected the appropriate width and length are automatically selected For details on the range of values within which the width and length can be set refer to Stitch Settings page 92 Adjusting the stitch width D CAUTION The stitch width can be adjusted with the arrow keys After adjusting the stitch width slowly turn the balance wheel toward you and Press the stitch width adjustment button in check that the needle does not touch the the operation panel
101. se reinforcement stitch button to sew reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to sew in the opposite direction Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other For details refer to Securing the stitching page 41 EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Cover D Operation panel The operation panel located on the front at the right of the sewing machine consists of various buttons and sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn J 1435 153 165 173 187 193 20N 21N 22N 23N air 26A 27A 28A 29A au 31A 32N 337 347 35J 367 37J 385 R 40N 41N 42N 43N 44 N 45N Stitch width adjustment slider Stitch width adjustment button These are used to adjust the width of the stitch or the needle position After pressing the stitch width adjustment button use the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width Stitch length adjustment slider Stitch length adjustment button These are used to adjust the length of the stitch After pressing the stitch length adjustment button use the stitch length adjustment slider to adjust the stitch length Automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key Press the automatic reverse reinforcement stitch key to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of stitching Needle stop position key This is used to change t
102. ser foot to the back as shown below SLNALNOO ie y y y y y pe gt y D J 4 i 9 toe eae 3 z 53 N FN JD TN mM _ z H S 9s D yty o op Reinforcement stitching 5 The names of parts of buttonhole foot A which is Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position oo used for sewing buttonholes are indicated below and length of the buttonhole F F o EE 4 lt p a O ae m O Marks on fabric Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole foot A and then insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole Am C Button guide plate Presser foot scale Pin Marks on buttonhole foot 5 mm 3 16 inch XIGNAddV Lal 64 E 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 The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm 3 16 inch CAs Presser foot scale 2 Length of buttonhole Diameter thickness of button 5 mm 3 16 inch Example For a button with a diameter of 15 mm 9 16 inch and a thickness of 10 mm 3 8 inch the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm 1 inch on the scale CN fo 10 mm 3 8 inch 15 mm 9 16 inch gt The size of the buttonhole is set Attach buttonhole foot A e For details refer
103. seses vay eextew even vaste teanieeav acest eines 31 Z Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces sseeessseesssessssssssssssssssssssssssossssooseoooeeocceeeeceeeesesessssesss 33 bs ped tp gt lt emne cyiindical PEC S ss E E E OTEO OA E E 33 SEWING lare piecer OF TAONIC sseayicnncneansacensonasicnescesuatstonbeinaaladaddeteainguaencniruanedsed an dase eetdepaaaasicnsteetetisea mnie manetaten 33 DO WUE sass E EE E E E E E 36 General sewing DIOC COMING ssisienaresai a EE A eaeeote 37 PaRI AE eseis O E EN E N 38 AUNO OLOW ra N EA EAE A EEE OE N 39 Pune TING SLUG NINE rp E E E A 41 CUT Chie E a E E eres ee ete ete eee ee 43 Adjasting the Thread TENSION scssvssverssescitennseuecsosscenscncepaenetemonecenstousesevesnabvcneeseoacveeestoeesaerees 44 Changing the tension ofthe upper UATSAG asssessis cause seunsancteiaeaaseasndetnaonetiedasiad a EEE 44 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 2 0 0 0 cccccccccccccccececceeeessssscsssssssssssessseeeeoees 45 PAULUS MA SUL hN WU NOUIA spe carsarse catsioneacuae ses tan cariene ou E aeons tite ne wearers 45 Ausin TAS SUTCIA IQ SUIN op cose oeneel ete caoneetannereearenoeveaseen caidas Oiassa nw eerie ew one een seen ees ada 46 RIS ORG Funcions eyssir Ea S Eai 47 O Chensing the needle stop pPOsSTUON seeiinesiciaveesdescecstne san aai i aa 47 Automatically sewing reverse reinforcement stitches ssesssssssssresssssssresssssresressssssreessssesrereesssseerereressssereresest 47 Useiul SOWING TIPS
104. sesnssencdenssecsnases 13 BobDINAINdING sonaria 12 Dutton AUNE TOOL ses aeneatceainsiestienesieeuamenadiieceaees Cover A DUTON SWING sincsriunanneniese se aceauarseeie 67 buttonhole foot ssessesseesseesecsssssseseesssssessess Cover A 64 buttonhole lever wi ceecccesceeesceesceueees Cover C 65 83 buttonhole stitching 2 0 eee eeseeeceeceesesseeeeeeeeesseenaeeeeeees 63 C changing sewing direction ssssssssssesssssssssoseoesessessseess 49 change me the NCCC sersinsrnia aaa 28 VEU EE TE E OE E N 96 eldning RUS essre Cover A 97 PAZ GOUE SUC WING sa teen tectseetancerecsencttdayeetienateaptanecuae 78 cross Wound HATCAC sc asncecesavncasesessesauedaintecaiavensdsaceiaierie 13 CUES sargon Eana E EA EE 49 eylindiical PECES sceo Sadevencaravneeeapearanesrae 33 E elastic tape oseoeseeeessossesesssssososeoreeereererssrsssssseereeeeeesssssses 74 eleetmicalonlot ssrssdaiisd 11 emor MEd ES assia a 101 even SEAM AIlOWANCE snevosennasiasseracecseetooesnsanndespeantanenents 51 Aa ON E esa E A E scenes 23 a e EEES E PA een O A eee e 84 eyelet PUNCH sisese dnioninnn Cover A 66 84 F EE EEE NE ENT ETE N E 86 EA eg E 2 feed dog position switch s es Cover C 81 KEE o EEA A E A Cover C 80 foot controller eesesssssssessssssssressessessessesessensee Cover A 39 foot controller Jack ssxss2nccecinsenpeanesscetentciortcseannneseas Cover C Kenari SEW IG menssen 33 IFES MMOUGM guine x vsspeupererecdeesusprceeagene n 80 TOME VION
105. sew 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 N 7 NS Note When sewing with the walking foot sew at a speed between slow and medium E Removing the walking foot O Press J needle position button once or twice to raise the needle gt gt gt Pe CCI D Needle position button gt The needle is raised Turn off the sewing machine 32 3 Raise the presser foot lever Presser foot lever gt The presser foot is raised With a screwdriver loosen the presser foot holder screw and then remove the walking foot Attach the presser foot holder e For details refer to Removing the presser foot holder page 31 gt Memo Only the straight stitch with reinforcement stitching and the zigzag stitch can be used with the walking foot For details on the stitches refer to Stitch Settings page 92 N A AS Note The optional walking foot is available through your brother retailer GETTING READY AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces When sewing cylindrical or large pieces of fabric remove the flat bed attachment z Z T Stitching cylindrical pieces Sewing large pieces of fabric Z Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier t
106. siranin siesta ceaves Cover A OVENCASUME SULCMES sesira iniae 56 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV APPENDIX P patchwork SUITE MINE sensa 78 CUS aieiai rr i 78 OCLC ONCIS srursorier oneri EEEE ESE 82 positano aDC saccsaresrecsericevmeae vane ena vinta nares 38 presser foot areca snsaascaadsnceddcnsdaoendatenpeacacexaaueaeces Cover C 29 presser IO CIAl acsssrati Cover C 30 presser foot holder sivssexaxsaucastonssandencerseoreevearsent Cover C 31 presser foot lever essssssssesssssrsrsrersssssseorreeesrssse Cover D presser POOT PISSING varesstaccreee ances ease een 30 Q GUICK reterence guide ssc s 20sessaencannareersntalenienecnesaes Cover A GUNE sereen E 79 GUIVITIIS TOOL sospiro 1 80 QUITE SUAS sorpa acer traps eiee 1 79 80 R REAR VIEW srair NN Cover C reinforcement stitching cceeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeenaeees 41 82 reverse reinforcement stitch button eee Cover D S scallop S0C MNE srs 87 screwdriver ccccsecccsscessccesscecsccesccesscessceessceess Cover A 28 SEAM TDDEM E N ES Cover A 66 selecting SUCINE sessionaris naana E E 54 sewing machine needles cccccessseerneceteeesecncereeeneeees 26 S A E E A A T 39 sewing speed controller seses Cover B Cover D a E E E E A EA EE 20 E aa AEE 16 96 shuttle HOOK lt s3aedsntaatessrcsancetecsesoccusadaveendenuneateasiaraenaxiess 97 ACTON r E EAEE 1 58 SIGS VioW sesenip
107. t the stitch length adjustment slider to the shortest stitch length setting Turn the balance wheel toward you to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p Back side XIGNAddV 68 E Attaching a shank to a button To sew the button with a shank attach the button with space between it and the fabric and then wind the thread by hand This attaches the button securely Place the button into button sewing foot M and then pull the shank lever toward you Shank lever After sewing is finished cut the upper thread with plenty of excess wind it around the thread between the button and the fabric and then tie it to the upper thread at the beginning of the stitching Tie together the ends of the bobbin thread at the end and at the beginning of the stitching at the wrong side of the fabric E 3 Cut off any excess thread Buttonhole Stitching 69 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O XIGNAddV UTILITY STITCHES Zipper Insertion l l O A zipper can be sewn in place Z Stitch Width Stitch Length a ae inch mm inch Presser Stitch Name Pattern Application Imm inch Foot da Auto MET Auto Manual Straight MG stitch enter eae S ZIpPe Q Sewing concealed seams and m resi intucks a position p 4 2 There are many methods
108. taching the presser foot holder Align the presser foot holder with the lower left side of the presser bar Hold the presser foot holder in place with your right hand and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your left hand Screwdriver NS Note If the presser foot holder is not correctly installed the thread tension will be incorrect Using the optional walking foot With the walking foot both pieces of fabric are fed evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the presser foot This is useful when sewing fabrics that are hard to feed such as vinyl and leather and when sewing fabrics that easily slip such as velvets or when quilting Use the screwdriver to attach the walking foot E Attaching the walking foot Remove the presser foot holder e For details refer to Removing the presser foot holder at the left Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot onto the needle clamp screw Connecting fork Needle clamp screw Lower the presser foot lever insert the presser foot holder screw and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver Presser foot holder screw Replacing the Presser Foot 31 SLNALNOO Q z z Z Q D m s lt SOISVd DNIMAS S3H LILS ALMILAN XIGNAddV CAUTION Be sure to securely tighten the screw with the screwdriver otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot causing it to bend or break Before starting to
109. ter the sewing starts the machine will sew at a slow speed When the end of the stitching is reached press O start stop button once gt The machine stops sewing with the needle down in the fabric When you are finished sewing raise the needle and then cut the threads e For details refer to Cutting the thread page 43 E Using the foot controller Sewing can be started and stopped using the foot controller Turn off the sewing machine When connecting the foot controller be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the side of the sewing machine Foot controller jack NS Note For U S A only Foot controller Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model NX 200 PC 210 Sewing 39 SEWING BASICS 3 Turn on the sewing machine Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to select the desired sewing speed Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to sew at a slower speed or slide the speed controller to the right to sew at a faster speed Sewing speed controller e The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the foot controller s maximum sewing speed Once you are ready to start sewing slowly press down on the foot controller Pressing down on the foot controller increases the sewing speed releasing the press
110. up when the machine stopped sewing press J needle position button to lower the needle Raise the presser foot lever and then turn the fabric Turn the fabric using the needle as a pivot Lower the presser foot lever and continue sewing Sewing curves 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 51 When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag stitch select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch Useful Sewing Tips 49 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt dp a ae m p XIGNAddV SEWING BASICS Sewing thick fabrics CAUTION E If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot if fabric more than 6mm 1 5 64 inch zi If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed O foot raise the presser foot lever even higher to with too much force the needle may lt bring the presser foot to its highest position bend or break m ep E 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 AGYV ae NILL39 Sewing direction SOISVd DNIMAS When you encounter a seam that is too thick to feed under the foot raise the presser foot lever
111. ure on the foot controller decreases the sewing speed Slower i Faster e Slowly press down on the foot controller Pressing it down hard starts sewing too quickly gt The machine starts sewing When the end of the stitching is reached completely release the foot controller gt The machine stops sewing with the needle lowered in the fabric 40 When you are finished sewing raise the needle and then cut the threads e For details refer to Cutting the thread page 43 memo if needle stop position key is lit the sewing machine will stop with the needle lowered If the key is not lit the sewing machine will stop with the needle raised The needle position setting selected with the needle stop position key does not change if the sewing machine is turned off When the foot controller is plugged in the start stop button cannot be used to start or stop sewing CAUTION Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate in the foot controller otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur Do not place objects on the foot controller otherwise damage to the machine or injuries may occur If the machine is not to be used for a long period of time unplug the foot controller otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV Securing the stitching When sewing with the str
112. w while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with a marking in the needle plate The distance between the markings in the upper scale is 1 8 inch 3 mm and the distance between the markings in the grid is 5 mm 3 16 inch Seam Presser foot Centimeters Inches Needle plate 16 mm 5 8 inch Useful Sewing Tips 51 AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a ae m p XIGNAddV NY S v lt 2 Z z LLI N CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX IND 32 UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter Selecting Stitching ccccssssssssssssssssssssssaassassesenseeeeennnennntnnnnntittttt 54 Overcasting Stitches cccsssssssssssssssessensssesseeseenesseeeennnnnnnnnnnnnnnntttt a 56 Basic Stitching ssssccscccossssssssrssceccessssesssssssssssesseenennnn nnn nn nnn nn nnn 60 Blind Hem Stitching sssccssssssssssorresscesssesssssssssssu ses nnnnn inne nnn nnnn nnn 61 Buttonhole Stitching cccccsssssssssssssssssssssssseseeseeeeeeeeeesneennnnnnnnnnttntaa 63 Zipper Insertion cccccccccecosssssssessesseccecssssss ensues sssseennenenennn nantes 70 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape cccccccccccscccsssccccccccscesscscssssessesssssees 74 Applique Patchwork and Quilt Stitching
113. your right hand AGV ae NILL39 SLNALNOO SOISVd DNIMAS Cc EE 4 lt p a O ae m O CAUTION When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch any pins otherwise the needle may bend or break XIGNAddV Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 75 UTILITY STITCHES Appliqu Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqu s patchwork and quilts are described below z Z Stitch Width Stitch Length a Stitch Name Pattern Application mm inch Imm inch pee F Auto Manual Auto MET lt Attachin appliqu s center 3 5 0 0 7 0 1 4 0 0 4 0 pace line fever stitching 1 8 0 1 4 1 16 0 3 16 a Zigzag stitch B Appliqu quilting free motion 3 5 0 0 7 0 1 4 0 0 4 0 quilting satin stitching 1 8 0 1 4 1 16 0 3 16 O Q 11y D haan aoe Ra 2 5 5 0 1 6 4 0 g appliq 1 8 3 32 3 16 3 32 1 16 3 16 7 lt Appliqu 7 e 15 0 5 5 0 1 1 0 4 0 stitc Attaching appliqu s and binding 1 16 1 32 3 16 1 16 1 16 3 16 p 38 ae a 1 0 5 5 0 ik 1 0 4 0 Attaching appliqu s and binding 1 1 32 3 16 1 16 1 16 3 16 z 33 Piecing straight stitching with a s i seam allowance of 6 5 mm from the 1 o 6 ep Piecing right edge of the presser foot f O straight g stitch Piecing straight stitching with a i seam allowance of 6 5 mm from the 1 64 3 16 left edge of the presser foot iz

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