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... shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the build up of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from all moving parts. DANGER - If you are not sure what kind of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet immediately after using the machine and...; To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any...
... shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the build up of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from all moving parts. DANGER - If you are not sure what kind of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet immediately after using the machine and...; To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any...
Operation Manual
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... contents of this manual and specifications of replacing the plug fuse, use as described in this machine was supplied in should contact your local authorized Brother dealer. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is not intended for use by persons (...; If the light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be used by or near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to play with the appliance. FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES This appliance can damage the case and machine, and should be supervised to clean the...
... contents of this manual and specifications of replacing the plug fuse, use as described in this machine was supplied in should contact your local authorized Brother dealer. 7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is not intended for use by persons (...; If the light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be used by or near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to play with the appliance. FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES This appliance can damage the case and machine, and should be supervised to clean the...
Operation Manual
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... 3 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 4 ACCESSORIES 4 Included accessories 4 Optional accessories 5 Accessory compartment 5 Flip chart (For models equipped with a flip chart).... 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 The main parts 6 Needle and presser foot section 6 Operation buttons 7 Operation panel 7 Spool pin 8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions 9 Power supply 9 Foot controller 9 Sewing...
... 3 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 4 ACCESSORIES 4 Included accessories 4 Optional accessories 5 Accessory compartment 5 Flip chart (For models equipped with a flip chart).... 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 The main parts 6 Needle and presser foot section 6 Operation buttons 7 Operation panel 7 Spool pin 8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions 9 Power supply 9 Foot controller 9 Sewing...
Operation Manual
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...90/14 1 needle 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 4 The product code is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: XG1343-001) • The included accessories vary depending on machine) XE1372-001 17 Spool cap (small) 130013-124 18 Extra spool... your dealer. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. J A G No. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the machine with product code 888-E33/E34/E36/E37. Memo • About zigzag foot "J"; N ...
...90/14 1 needle 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 4 The product code is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: XG1343-001) • The included accessories vary depending on machine) XE1372-001 17 Spool cap (small) 130013-124 18 Extra spool... your dealer. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. J A G No. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Zigzag foot "J" (on the machine with product code 888-E33/E34/E36/E37. Memo • About zigzag foot "J"; N ...
Operation Manual
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... The following accessory may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 1 Notch 5 If the accessories are not used . No. Part Name 1 Walking foot 2 Quilting foot 3 1/4-inch quilting foot 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code Americas Others SA140 F033N: XC2214-052 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 SA132 F016N: XC2215-052...
... The following accessory may fall out, and be lost or damaged. 1 Notch 5 If the accessories are not used . No. Part Name 1 Walking foot 2 Quilting foot 3 1/4-inch quilting foot 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code Americas Others SA140 F033N: XC2214-052 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 SA132 F016N: XC2215-052...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the sewing direction. 9 Quick-set bobbin (for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling ... holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. 4 Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to circulate. The main parts D Foot controller (page 9) E Foot controller jack/socket (page 9) F Feed dog position lever (page 37 and 42) G Presser foot lever (page 16) H Thread guide (page 12...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in the sewing direction. 9 Quick-set bobbin (for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling ... holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. 4 Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to circulate. The main parts D Foot controller (page 9) E Foot controller jack/socket (page 9) F Feed dog position lever (page 37 and 42) G Presser foot lever (page 16) H Thread guide (page 12...
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..., the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 2 Fully insert the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151).
..., the spool pin may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. 2 Fully insert the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151).
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... 2 Extra spool pin 21 or KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise...
... 2 Extra spool pin 21 or KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise...
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... thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front of the spool. 22 6 Thread the upper thread for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Using the needle threader may bend or break. 11 Start sewing. For details on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page...
... thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from the front of the spool. 22 6 Thread the upper thread for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Using the needle threader may bend or break. 11 Start sewing. For details on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page...
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... the tens digit. 2 Designates the ones digit. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may...
... the tens digit. 2 Designates the ones digit. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may...
Operation Manual
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... through the hook-andloop fastener tape, replace the needle with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. 2 Slide the part that the fabric does not get pulled down into the hook-and-loop fastener tape before sewing. Note • When you have finished sewing, tear...
... through the hook-andloop fastener tape, replace the needle with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. 2 Slide the part that the fabric does not get pulled down into the hook-and-loop fastener tape before sewing. Note • When you have finished sewing, tear...
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... the stitch width adjustment key. 33 UTILITY STITCHES 3 Use a chalk to mark on free-arm sewing, refer to "Stitching cylindrical pieces" (page 30). 9 Slide the part that you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width.
... the stitch width adjustment key. 33 UTILITY STITCHES 3 Use a chalk to mark on free-arm sewing, refer to "Stitching cylindrical pieces" (page 30). 9 Slide the part that you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width.
Operation Manual
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... buttonhole foot 5 5 mm (3/16 inch) The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. A 34 Buttonhole stitch A 35 A 36 34 1 Reinforcement stitching Part names of the button). UTILITY STITCHES 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric ■■If the needle does not catch the hem fold...
... buttonhole foot 5 5 mm (3/16 inch) The maximum buttonhole length is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. A 34 Buttonhole stitch A 35 A 36 34 1 Reinforcement stitching Part names of the button). UTILITY STITCHES 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric ■■If the needle does not catch the hem fold...
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... commercially available eyelet punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole, and then use a gimp thread. 1 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. 2 Attach buttonhole foot "A". 3 Select a ... sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on stretch fabrics, use the seam ripper to cut the middle part of the gimp thread remaining at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being sewn and the fabric does not feed...
... commercially available eyelet punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole, and then use a gimp thread. 1 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. 2 Attach buttonhole foot "A". 3 Select a ... sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on stretch fabrics, use the seam ripper to cut the middle part of the gimp thread remaining at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being sewn and the fabric does not feed...
Operation Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://support.brother.com/ " . Visit us . If the problem persists, contact your fingers touch the race. 4 • Align the and marks. •...step 4), and then install it again (steps 8 and 9). For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. • Make sure that you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Be sure to refer to come off...
TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before contacting us at " http://support.brother.com/ " . Visit us . If the problem persists, contact your fingers touch the race. 4 • Align the and marks. •...step 4), and then install it again (steps 8 and 9). For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. • Make sure that you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Be sure to refer to come off...
Operation Manual
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... the fabric from the machine The lower threading is lowered into the fabric, turn the dial counterclockwise. 1 Needle plate cover release 2 Needle plate cover (front part) 7 Cut out the tangled threads, and then remove the bobbin. 54 3 63 and then refer to "Upper thread tightened up the fabric and cut the...
... the fabric from the machine The lower threading is lowered into the fabric, turn the dial counterclockwise. 1 Needle plate cover release 2 Needle plate cover (front part) 7 Cut out the tangled threads, and then remove the bobbin. 54 3 63 and then refer to "Upper thread tightened up the fabric and cut the...
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... 5 flip chart 5 foot controller 9 free-motion quilting 42 H handwheel 6, 16 heirloom stitching 46 hook-and-loop fastener tape 29 J joining 46 L lower threading 14 M main parts 6 main power switch 9 mirror image stitch indicator 7, 25 N needle 20 needle bar thread guide 6, 18 needle clamp screw 6, 21 needle plate 6 needle plate cover 6, 60...
... 5 flip chart 5 foot controller 9 free-motion quilting 42 H handwheel 6, 16 heirloom stitching 46 hook-and-loop fastener tape 29 J joining 46 L lower threading 14 M main parts 6 main power switch 9 mirror image stitch indicator 7, 25 N needle 20 needle bar thread guide 6, 18 needle clamp screw 6, 21 needle plate 6 needle plate cover 6, 60...