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Stitch Setting Chart

B-46

Zigzag stitch
(Left)

Start from left needle position,
zigzag sew at right.

3.5 (1/8)

2.5 - 5.0

(3/32 - 3/16)

1.4 (1/16)

0.3 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reverse

2 steps elastic
zigzag stitch

Overcasting (medium weight
and stretch fabrics), tape and
elastic

5.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

1.0 (1/16)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reverse

3 steps elastic
zigzag stitch

Overcasting (medium,
heavyweight and stretch
fabrics), tape and elastic

5.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

1.0 (1/16)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reverse

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforcing of light and
medium weight fabrics

3.5 (1/8)

2.5 - 5.0

(3/32 - 3/16)

2.0 (1/16)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforcing of heavyweight
fabric

5.0 (3/16)

2.5 - 5.0

(3/32 - 3/16)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforcing of medium,
heavyweight and easily friable
fabrics or decorative stitching.

5.0 (3/16)

3.5 - 5.0

(1/8 - 3/16)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforced seaming of stretch
fabric

5.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforcing of medium stretch
fabric and heavyweight fabric,
decorative stitching

5.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Reinforcement of stretch
fabric or decorative stitching

4.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

4.0 (3/16)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reinforce-

ment

Overcasting
stitch

Stretch knit seam

5.0 (3/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

4.0 (3/16)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

Single diamond
overcast stitch

Reinforcement and seaming
stretch fabric

6.0 (15/64)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

3.0 (1/8)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reinforce-

ment

Single diamond
overcast stitch

Reinforcement of stretch
fabric

6.0 (15/64)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

1.8 (1/16)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

( J )

Reinforce-

ment

With side cutter

Straight stitch while cutting
fabrics

0.0 (0)

0.0 - 2.5

(0 - 3/32)

2.5 (3/32)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

With side cutter

Zigzag stitch while cutting
fabrics

3.5 (1/8)

3.5 - 5.0

(1/8 - 3/16)

1.4 (1/16)

0.0 - 5.0

(0 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

With side cutter

Overcasting stitch while
cutting fabrics

3.5 (1/8)

3.5 - 5.0

(1/8 - 3/16)

2.0 (1/16)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

With side cutter

Overcasting stitch while
cutting fabrics

5.0 (3/16)

3.5 - 5.0

(1/8 - 3/16)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

With side cutter

Overcasting stitch while
cutting fabrics

5.0 (3/16)

3.5 - 5.0

(1/8 - 3/16)

2.5 (3/32)

0.4 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reinforce-

ment

Piecing stitch
(Right)

Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm
(approx. 1/4 inch) right seam
allowance

5.5 (7/32)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

2.0 (1/16)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reverse

Piecing stitch
(Middle)

Piecework/patchwork

—

2.0 (1/16)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reverse

Piecing stitch
(Left)

Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm
(approx. 1/4 inch) left seam
allowance

1.5 (1/16)

0.0 - 7.0

(0 - 1/4)

2.0 (1/16)

0.2 - 5.0

(1/64 - 3/16)

Reverse

Stitch

Stitch name

Presser

foot

Applications

Stitch width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch length

[mm (inch)]

Twin

needle

Reverse

button

ode

l 3

, 2

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l 1

Auto.

Manual

Auto.

Manual

Stitch

number

Summary of Contents for 888-H70

Page 1: ...Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code 888 H70 H72 H82 J70 Be sure to read this document before using the machine We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference ...

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Page 3: ...tly into the electrical outlet Do not use an extension cord Always unplug your machine if there is a power failure 3Electrical Hazards This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label Do not connect it to a DC power source or inverter If you are not sure what kind of power source you have contact a qualified electrician This machine is approved ...

Page 4: ...o not deflect the needle and cause it to break 7This machine is not a toy Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of suffocation Do not use outdoors 8For a longer service life When storing thi...

Page 5: ...years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision FOR USERS IN THE UK EIRE MA...

Page 6: ...34 To learn how to prepare for sewing and basic sewing operations S Sewing This section describes procedures for using the various utility stitches as well as other functions It provides details on basic machine sewing in addition to the more expressive features of the machine such as sewing tubular pieces and buttonholes Chapter 1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHES Page S 2 Tips for sewing attractive fin...

Page 7: ...ead tension 41 Saving stitch settings 42 Useful Functions 43 Automatically cutting the thread 43 Mirroring stitches 43 Adjusting the presser foot pressure 44 Hands free raising and lifting of the presser foot 44 Stitch Setting Chart 45 S Sewing Chapter 1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHES 2 Sewing Tips 2 Trial sewing 2 Changing the sewing direction 2 Sewing curves 2 Sewing cylindrical pieces 2 Sewing an e...

Page 8: ... pattern 10 Realigning the pattern 10 Chapter 2 MY CUSTOM STITCH 12 Designing a Stitch 12 Drawing a sketch of the pattern 12 Entering the pattern data 12 Examples of designs 14 A Appendix Chapter 1 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 2 Care and Maintenance 2 Restrictions on oiling 2 Precautions on storing the machine 2 Cleaning the LCD screen 2 Cleaning the machine surface 2 Cleaning the race 2 Troubl...

Page 9: ...s section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine s more useful functions Page number starts with B in this section Chapter1 GETTING READY B 2 Chapter2 STARTING TO SEW B 34 ...

Page 10: ...ate the machine page B 3 B Flat bed attachment Insert the presser foot accessory tray into the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs C Thread cutter Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them D Needle threader lever Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle E Thread tension dial Equip...

Page 11: ...aight zigzag and elastic zigzag stitch patterns that use reverse stitches the machine will sew reverse stitches at low speed only while holding down the Reverse stitch button The stitches are sewn in the opposite position For other stitches use this button to sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing Press and hold this button and the machine sews 3 stitches in the same spot an...

Page 12: ...ey before changing the needle the presser foot etc This key locks all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine C Back to beginning key Press this key to return to the beginning of the pattern D Settings key Press to select sewing settings or other settings or to move to next pages in the settings screen E Automatic thread cutting key Press to select the automatic thread cutting...

Page 13: ... B Using the flat bed attachment Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment A presser foot accessory tray is stored in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment 1 Storage space of the flat bed attachment 2 Presser foot accessory tray b a ...

Page 14: ...am ripper Cleaning brush 13 14 15 16 17 18 Eyelet punch Screwdriver Disc shaped screwdriver Horizontal spool pin Spool cap large Spool cap medium 2 One is on machine 19 20 21 22 23 24 Spool cap small Thread spool insert mini king thread spool Spool net Knee lifter Bobbin case on machine Foot controller 25 26 27 28 Accessory bag Grid sheet set Operation Manual Quick Reference Guide 1 75 11 2 needle...

Page 15: ...11 12 Open toe foot Free motion open toe quilting foot O Non stick foot Stitch guide foot P Adjustable zipper piping foot Roller foot 13 Straight stitch foot and needle plate set Memo To obtain optional accessories or parts contact your authorized Brother dealer All specifications are correct at the time of printing Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice A variety of fe...

Page 16: ...character stitches other than handwriting font Using the utility stitch tables in the Sewing section The utility stitch numbers differ depending on the model of your machine Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the model of your sewing machine Model 2 Model 1 Page Fine adjustment horizontal setting 9 D 10 Size selection setting 9 9 D 6 Step stitch pattern 9 D 7 Thread tension dial 9 B 41 Thread ...

Page 17: ...chine always turn the main power to OFF first Always grasp the plug to remove it from the electrical 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 or cause fire or ...

Page 18: ...the machine turn it off In addition before transporting the machine to another location be sure to turn it off a Make sure that the machine is not sewing b Press the main power switch on the right side of the machine in the direction of the symbol to turn the machine off Select machine setting for the first time When you first turn on the machine select the language of your choice Follow the proce...

Page 19: ...aracter stitch Handwriting font Character stitch Outline Character stitch Cyrillic font Character stitch Japanese font B 34 4 Stitch number Shows the number of the currently selected stitch pattern B 45 5 Needle position setting Shows single or twin needle mode setting and the needle stop position Single needle down position Single needle up position Twin needle down position Twin needle up positi...

Page 20: ...edle For details refer to Using the twin needle on page B 26 4 Allows the stitch width to be adjusted using the sewing speed controller For details refer to Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller in the Sewing section 5 Select either 01 Straight stitch Left or 03 Straight stitch Middle as the utility stitch that is automatically selected when the machine is turned on 6 Changes the stitc...

Page 21: ...ts the left and right position of the pattern Equipped on some models Refer to page B 8 For details on this function refer to Realigning the pattern in the Decorative sewing section E Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded with each operation For details refer to Operation beep in the Appendix section F Switches the needle area and work area lights to remain ON or OFF G Adjusts the brightness ...

Page 22: ...g the or key The lower the setting the less sensitive the keys will be the higher the setting the more sensitive the keys will be The default setting is 3 If the machine does not respond when an operation key is pressed Turn machine off then hold down Needle position button and turn on the machine to reset the settings Display the settings screen and then adjust the settings again 1 Note We recomm...

Page 23: ...spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin Winding Installing the Bobbin CAUTION Only use the Bobbin part code SA156 SFB XA5539 151 designed specifically for this machine Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine The include...

Page 24: ... king thread spool For details on thread spool insert mini king thread spool refer to Memo on page B 16 Memo When using the spool as shown below use the small spool cap and leave a small space between the cap and the spool 1 Spool cap small 2 Spool cross wound thread 3 Space When using thread that winds off quickly such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread place the spool net over the sp...

Page 25: ...end of the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat and then pull the thread to the right to cut it 1 Guide slit in bobbin winder seat with built in cutter l Slide the sewing speed controller to the right 1 Speed controller m Turn on the machine Note Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk 1 1 1 2 3 Note Make sure that the thread between the spool and the bobbin i...

Page 26: ...te When winding transparent nylon thread on the bobbin stop bobbin winding when the bobbin is 1 2 to 2 3 full If the bobbin is fully wound with transparent nylon thread the pressure may create fractures to the plastic bobbin This will lead to irregular stitches or possible breakage to bobbin CAUTION When the bobbin winding becomes slow stop the machine otherwise the machine may be damaged 1 Memo I...

Page 27: ...ide the end of the thread around the tab of the needle plate cover with your left hand 2 1 Tab h While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right hand 1 guide the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover 2 and lightly pull it with your left hand 3 The thread enters the tension spring of the bobbin case i While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right hand 1 continue guiding th...

Page 28: ...in Upper Threading on page B 21 k Press to unlock all keys and buttons Note If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension adjusting spring of the bobbin case it may cause incorrect thread tension 1 Tension adjusting spring 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 ...

Page 29: ... sizes are available 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 When using mini king thread spool use the thread spool insert mini king thread spool For more information regarding the choice of spool caps for your thread choice see page B ...

Page 30: ...ur right hand pass the thread under the thread guide plate and then pull it up 1 Thread guide plate i Pass the thread through the thread channel in the order shown below 1 Shutter j Lower the presser foot 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 1 2 1 Note If the presser foot has been lowered and th...

Page 31: ...d passes through the notch of the threader thread guide 1 Notch of the threader thread guide 2 Threader thread guide disk b Cut the thread with the thread cutter on the left side of the machine 1 Cutter Memo The needle threader can be used with machine needles 75 11 through 100 16 The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle When thread such as transparent nylon monof...

Page 32: ...manually without using the needle threader When using specialty thread such as transparent nylon thread a wing needle or a twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader thread the needle as described below a Thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide For details refer to Threading the upper thread on page B 21 b Lower the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot lever c Insert the thre...

Page 33: ...read through the slot Do not cut the thread with the cutter d While lightly holding the upper thread with your left hand press Needle position button twice to lower and then raise the needle The bobbin thread is looped around the upper thread and can be pulled up e Carefully pull the upper thread upward to pull out the end of the bobbin thread f Pull up the bobbin thread pass it under the presser ...

Page 34: ... thread Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front d Insert the horizontal spool pin onto the bobbin winder shaft Insert the horizontal spool pin so that it is perpendicular to the bobbin winder shaft 1 Bobbin winder shaft e Swing the spool pin toward the left so that it is horizontal f Place the upper thread spool for the needle on the right side onto the horizontal spool pin an...

Page 35: ...Setting Chart on page B 45 for stitches that use a twin needle k Select Twin needle in the settings screen l Set the twin needle mode to ON m Press n Start sewing For details on starting to sew refer to STARTING TO SEW on page B 34 Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other CAUTION When using the twin needle be sure to attach zigzag foot J If bunched stitches occur use monogramming foo...

Page 36: ...arent nylon thread Use a home sewing machine topstitching needle regardless of the fabric or thread Fabric Thread Needle Combinations Fabric Type Application Thread Size of needle Stitch length mm inch Type Weight Lightweight fabrics Lawn georgette challis organdy crepe chiffon voile gauze tulle lining etc Polyester thread 60 90 65 9 75 11 Fine stitches 1 8 2 5 1 16 3 32 Cotton thread Silk thread ...

Page 37: ...ver the hole in the needle plate c Lower the presser foot d Press If is pressed while the presser foot is raised an error message appears Lower the presser foot The screen changes and all keys and operation buttons are locked except Replacing the Needle CAUTION Only use recommended home sewing machine needles Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine Never use bent needles ...

Page 38: ...herwise certain parts of the machine may be damaged f With the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper 1 Needle stopper g While holding the needle with your left hand use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw Turn the screw toward the back of the machine clockwise h Press to unlock all keys and buttons CAUTION Be sure...

Page 39: ...th the notch in the holder 1 Presser foot holder 2 Notch 3 Pin 4 Presser foot type g Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the presser foot holder 1 Presser foot lever 2 Presser foot holder 3 Notch 4 Pin The presser foot is attached h Raise the presser foot lever to check that the presser foot is securely attached 1 Presser foot lever i Press to u...

Page 40: ...e loosened or tightened with the disc shaped screwdriver 1 Screwdriver 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser foot holder screw Attaching the presser foot holder a Press If is pressed while the presser foot is raised an error message appears Lower the presser foot The screen changes and all keys and operation buttons are locked except b Raise the presser foot lever c Align the presser foot holder with th...

Page 41: ... the screwdriver in your left hand Turn the screw toward you clockwise 1 Screwdriver CAUTION Be sure to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw otherwise the presser foot holder may fall off and the needle may strike it causing the needle to bend or break Note If the presser foot holder is not correctly installed the thread tension will be incorrect 1 ...

Page 42: ...There are three decorative stitch modes decorative stitch 1 mode decorative stitch 2 mode and decorative stitch 3 mode For details refer to Selecting stitch patterns in the Decorative sewing section Chapter 2 STARTING TO SEW Sewing CAUTION 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 han...

Page 43: ...h can also be selected by using the numeric keys to type in a one digit number then pressing When using one digit numbers and it is entered incorrectly press to erase the entered number The selected stitch is displayed on the LCD screen When selecting from the preset utility stitches Since various stitches have been assigned to the numeric keys these stitches can be selected simply by pressing the...

Page 44: ...to adjust sewing speed during sewing 1 Fast 2 Slow h Press the Start Stop button to start sewing Guide the fabric lightly by hand i Press the Start Stop button again to stop sewing j Press the Thread cutter button to trim the upper and lower threads 1 Thread cutter button The needle will return to the up position automatically Note When a stitch is selected the icon for the presser foot that shoul...

Page 45: ... thread or break the needle and damage the machine Do not press Thread cutter button when there is no fabric set in the machine or during machine operation The thread may tangle possibly resulting in damage Note When cutting thread such as nylon monofilament thread or other decorative threads use the thread cutter on the side of the machine CAUTION Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in...

Page 46: ...ine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches or reverse stitches depending on the stitch motif at the beginning and end of sewing Refer to the table on page B 39 a Select a stitch pattern b Press to set the automatic reinforcement stitching function The key will be lit c Set the fabric in the start position and begin sewing 1 Reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches The machine will automat...

Page 47: ...nt stitches while holding the Reinforcement stitch button When the automatic reinforcement stitching function is active while selecting stitches such as examples shown below Machine sews reinforcement stitches at the beginning and reverse stitches at the end of sewing Machine sews reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing When the automatic reinforcement stitching function is not a...

Page 48: ...ter Each press of makes the stitch length coarser longer Setting the Stitch Note Stitch settings return to their defaults if they are changed when the machine is turned off or a different stitch is selected before the stitch setting is saved refer to Saving stitch settings on page B 42 Memo Press to return the setting to its default If the straight stitch or triple stretch stitch was selected chan...

Page 49: ... of fabric 3 Upper thread 4 Bobbin thread 5 The upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric Adjusting the thread tension Using thread tension key For models equipped with thread tension key Refer to page B 8 Use the and keys Each time the key is pressed less tension is applied Each time the key is pressed more tension is applied Using thread tension dial For models equipped with thre...

Page 50: ...gs press and then press Note The next time that the same straight stitch is selected the stitch length is set to 2 0 mm Both of the stitch width zigzag width and stitch length are saved not just the setting that was changed With models equipped with the thread tension keys the setting for upper thread tension is also saved even if it was not changed When the same stitch pattern is selected the las...

Page 51: ...e stitch button or Reinforcement stitch button once If stitching such as buttonholes and bar tacking that includes reinforcement stitching has been selected this operation is unnecessary After the reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching has been done the machine stops and the thread is cut 1 The point where the Start Stop button was pressed 2 The point where Reverse stitch button or Reinforce...

Page 52: ... a Turn off the machine b Insert the knee lifter into the mounting slot on the front of the machine in the lower right corner Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the notches in the mounting slot and then insert the knee lifter as far as possible Using the knee lifter a Stop the machine Do not use the knee lifter while the machine is operating b With your knee press the knee lifter to the right ...

Page 53: ...tc 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 2 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reverse 02 1 02 1 Straight stitch Left J 2 General sewing gather pintuck etc 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 2 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reverse 3 03 1 03 1 Straight stitch Middle J 2 General sewing gather pintuck etc 3 5 1 8 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 2 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reverse 04 1 04 1 Straight stitch Middle J 2 General sewing gather pintuck etc 3 ...

Page 54: ...ment 21 19 Overcasting stitch J 2 Stretch knit seam 5 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 4 0 3 16 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 NO Reinforce ment 22 Single diamond overcast stitch J 2 Reinforcement and seaming stretch fabric 6 0 15 64 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 3 0 1 8 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reinforce ment 23 Single diamond overcast stitch J 2 Reinforcement of stretch fabric 6 0 15 64 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 8 1 16 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reinf...

Page 55: ...abrics 4 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 2 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reinforce ment 40 35 Satin scallop stitch N 2 Decorating collar of blouse edge of handkerchief 5 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 0 5 1 32 0 1 5 0 1 64 3 16 OK J Reinforce ment 41 Scallop stitch N 2 Decorating collar of blouse edge of handkerchief 7 0 1 4 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 4 1 16 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 NO Reinforce ment 42 36 Patchwork join stitch J 2 Pat...

Page 56: ...taching pin stitch 3 5 1 8 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 NO Reinforce ment 59 49 Hemstitching N 2 Decorative hems 3 0 1 8 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 3 5 1 8 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 NO Reinforce ment 60 50 Hemstitching N 2 Decorative hems daisy stitch 6 0 15 64 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 3 0 1 8 0 4 5 0 1 64 3 16 NO Reinforce ment 61 Hemstitching N 2 Heirloom decorative hems 5 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 3 5 1 8 0 4 5 0 1 64 ...

Page 57: ... 1 16 NO Automatic reinforce ment 80 60 Narrow squared buttonhole stitch A Buttonholes for light to medium weight fabrics 5 0 3 16 3 0 5 0 1 8 3 16 0 4 1 64 0 2 1 0 1 64 1 16 NO Automatic reinforce ment 81 61 Stretch buttonhole stitch A Buttonholes for stretch or woven fabrics 6 0 15 64 3 0 6 0 1 8 15 64 1 0 1 16 0 5 2 0 1 32 1 16 NO Automatic reinforce ment 82 62 Heirloom buttonhole stitch A Butt...

Page 58: ...t 94 Sideways to right Straight stitch N For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric NO Reinforce ment 95 Forward Straight stitch N For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners NO Reinforce ment 96 Sideways to left Zigzag stitch N For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric NO Reinforce ment 97 Sideways to right Zigzag stitch N For attaching appliqué on tub...

Page 59: ...ply by pressing the designated key while in the preset utility stitch mode Stitch name Preset utility stitches Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Straight stitch Left 01 01 Straight stitch Left 02 02 Straight stitch Middle 03 03 Straight stitch Middle 04 04 Zigzag stitch 09 08 Zigzag stitch 10 09 Triple stretch stitch 05 05 Stem stitch 06 06 Overcasting stitch 15 13 3 steps elastic zigzag stitch 14 1...

Page 60: ...Stitch Setting Chart B 52 ...

Page 61: ... starts with S in this section Chapter1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHES S 2 Chapter2 UTILITY STITCHES S 7 CAUTION Before replacing the presser foot be sure to press Presser foot Needle exchange key on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons otherwise injuries may occur if the Start Stop button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts For details on changing the presser foot refer ...

Page 62: ...d in the fabric If the needle remains up when the machine stops sewing press Needle position button to lower the needle b Raise the presser foot lever and then turn the fabric Turn the fabric using the needle as a pivot c Lower the presser foot lever and continue sewing Sewing curves Sew slowly while slightly changing the sewing direction to sew around the curve For details on sewing with an even ...

Page 63: ...th some models Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned with a desired position of markings on the stitch guide foot 1 Seam 2 Stitch guide foot 3 Markings 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 Sew while keeping the edge of the fabric align...

Page 64: ...rge place thick paper or fabric with the same thickness as the fabric being sewn under the heel of the presser foot to be able to start sewing smoothly 1 Sewing direction 2 Misalignment 3 Fabric being sewn 4 Fabric or thick paper a Raise the presser foot lever b Align the beginning of stitching and then position the fabric c While holding zigzag foot J level push in and hold the presser foot locki...

Page 65: ... The recommended stitches and their stitch numbers are indicated below Stitch patterns can be selected directly by pressing the numeric keys on the machine during preset utility stitch mode Refer to Basic operations section Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics When sewing fabrics that may stick to the presser foot such as leather or vinyl fabrics replace the presser foot with the walking foot non stic...

Page 66: ...stener tape replace the needle with the needle size for thicker fabrics For details refer to Fabric Thread Needle Combinations in the Basic operations section 1 Edge of the hook and loop fastener tape CAUTION Use only the adhesive free hook and loop fastener tape which is designed for sewing When the glue adheres to the needle or the bobbin hook race it may cause malfunction If the hook and loop f...

Page 67: ...e fabric at the beginning of the stitching e Lower the presser foot lever and then start sewing f When sewing is finished cut the thread Chapter 2 UTILITY STITCHES Basic Stitching Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Basting stitch 1 08 08 07 J Straight stitch Left 1 01 01 01 1 02 02 02 Straight stitch Middle 1 03 03 03 Straight stitch Middle 1 04 04 04 Triple st...

Page 68: ... position to the right side of the presser foot is 12 mm 1 2 inch If the stitch width is changed between 0 and 7 0 mm 1 4 inch the needle position will also change By changing the stitch width and sewing with the right side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric a seam allowance can be sewn with a fixed width 1 Stitch width setting 2 Distance from the needle position to the right ...

Page 69: ...resser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Blind hem stitch 2 01 36 31 R Blind hem stretch stitch 2 02 37 32 Memo When the size of cylindrical pieces is too small to slide onto the arm or the length is too short the fabric will not feed and desired results may not be achieved 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of Fabric 3 Edge of fabric 4 Desired edge of hem Thick fabric Normal fabric Seen from ...

Page 70: ... drop point adjust the stitch width setting The stitch width setting is in neither millimeters nor inches 1 Thick fabric 2 Normal fabric If the needle catches too much of the hem fold The needle is too far to the left Decrease the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem Example Thick fabric Example Normal fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Memo Blind ...

Page 71: ...c 2 Right side of fabric l Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide m Press the Start Stop button to stop sewing when you are finished and raise the presser foot and needle to remove the fabric by pulling it back n Remove the basting stitching and reverse the fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Note Be sure to pull the fabric backward after finished sewing If yo...

Page 72: ...Sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot guide 1 Needle drop point f Press the Start Stop button to stop sewing when you are finished and raise the presser foot and needle to remove the fabric by pulling it back Overcasting Stitches Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Overcasting stitch 1 15 15 13 G 1 16 16 14 1 17 17 15 CAUTION When using overca...

Page 73: ...hed while the edge of the fabric is cut off Five utility stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with the side cutter Using the table below refer to Using the utility stitch tables in the Sewing section in the Basic operations section Side cutter Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Zigzag stitch 1 09 09 08 J Zigzag stitch Right 1 11 11 10 2 steps elasti...

Page 74: ...the guide plate and the left side of the cut is underneath the presser foot 1 Guide plate If the fabric is not positioned correctly the fabric will not be cut If the fabric is not feeding properly gently guide fabric under foot the same as with regular sewing feet i Lower the presser foot lever and then start sewing A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn If the stitching is sewn in a ...

Page 75: ...es are indicated below 1 Button guide plate 2 Presser foot scale 3 Pin 4 Marks on buttonhole foot 5 5 mm 3 16 inch Buttonhole Stitching Button Sewing Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Narrow rounded buttonhole stitch 4 01 77 57 A Tapered round ended buttonhole stitch 4 02 78 58 Round ended buttonhole stitch 4 03 79 59 Narrow squared buttonhole stitch 4 04 80 6...

Page 76: ...f 10 mm 3 8 inch the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm 1 inch on the scale 1 10 mm 3 8 inch 2 15 mm 9 16 inch The size of the buttonhole is set c Attach buttonhole foot A Position the upper thread under the presser foot by guiding thread through the hole in the presser foot before attaching the buttonhole foot A d Select a stitch e Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole m...

Page 77: ...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 1 Eyelet punch When using the eyelet punch place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric Memo If the automatic thread cutting setting was selected before sewing the machine will automatically cut the ...

Page 78: ...tonhole lever and then start sewing g When sewing is finished gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack h Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp thread to the wrong side of the fabric and then tie it Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the machine Buttons with two or with four holes can be attached a Measure the distance between the holes in the button to be attached b Raise the pres...

Page 79: ...ing of the stitching Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric and then tie it with the bobbin thread j When you are finished attaching the button slide the feed dog position switch to to the right as seen from the rear of the machine and turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs Attaching a shank to a button To sew the button with a shank attach the button ...

Page 80: ...e zipper opening c Using a basting stitch continue sewing to the edge of the fabric 1 Basting stitching 2 Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening d Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric e Align the seam with the center of the zipper and then baste the zipper in place 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Basting stitching 3 Zipper f Remov...

Page 81: ...the right sides of the fabric facing each other sew reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening c Using a basting stitch continue sewing to the edge of the fabric 1 Basting stitching 2 Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening d Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric CAUTION When using zipper foot I be sure to select the ...

Page 82: ...2 inches from the end of the zipper stop the machine with the needle lowered in the fabric raise the presser foot lever k Open the zipper and continue sewing l Close the zipper turn over the fabric and then baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric 1 Basting stitching m Attach the presser foot holder to the other pin of zipper foot I If the presser foot holder was attached to the right pin ...

Page 83: ... zipper opening 3 Reverse stitches 4 Beginning of stitching 5 Basting stitching o When you are about 5 cm 2 inches from the end of the zipper stop the machine with the needle lowered in the fabric and then raise the presser foot lever p Remove the basting stitching open the zipper and then continue sewing CAUTION When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper otherwise the needle ma...

Page 84: ...der in the Basic operations section c Select stitch d Loosen the positioning screw on the back of the presser foot 1 Positioning screw e Slide the presser foot over to either the left or right feed dog f Change the needle position so that the needle does not touch the presser foot For details refer to Setting the stitch width in the Basic operations section 1 Needle drop point g Securely tighten t...

Page 85: ...hing Inserting a piping a Place the piping between two layers of fabric right sides together as shown below 1 Fabric 2 Piping 3 Fabric b Refer to the steps of attaching the adjustable zipper piping foot on page S 24 c Sew along the piping d After sewing turn them over CAUTION When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper otherwise the needle may bend or break 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 86: ...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 1 Elastic tape 2 Pin b Attach zigzag foot J c Select a stitch d 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 ha...

Page 87: ...zag foot J or the open toe foot sold Separately with some models shown below Appliqué Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Zigzag stitch 1 09 09 08 J Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch 1 33 33 28 Blanket stitch 2 03 38 33 Quilting appliqué stitch 1 34 34 29 Piecing stitch Right 1 29 29 25 Piecing stitch Middle 1 30 30 26 Piecing stitch ...

Page 88: ... called piecing The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6 5 mm 1 4 inch seam allowance Sew a piecing straight stitch 6 5 mm 1 4 inch from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot a Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the fabric that you wish to piece together b Attach zigzag foot J c Select stitch or d Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric ...

Page 89: ...d of stitching 4 Opposite edge of fabric to end or pivot 5 1 4 inch Topstitching quilting 1 8 inch Sew with the edge of the fabric aligned with the left side of the presser foot end 1 Surface of fabric 2 Seam 3 1 8 inch Using the 1 4 quilting foot sold separately with some models If the 1 4 quilting foot is used seams can be sewn with a seam allowance of 6 4 mm 1 4 inch a Baste or pin along the se...

Page 90: ...der screw and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver 1 Presser foot holder screw e Select a stitch f Place one hand on each side of the presser foot and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing Note Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot or attach the walking foot only after threading the needle using the needle threader When quilting use a 90 14 home sewing machine needle Th...

Page 91: ...an uneven thickness Various stitches can be sewn using free motion open toe quilting foot O For details on the stitches that can be used refer to Stitch Setting Chart in the Basic operations section a Slide the feed dog position switch located at the rear of the machine on the base to to the left as seen from the rear of the machine 1 Feed dog position switch as seen from the rear of the machine T...

Page 92: ...orative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width of a satin stitch If the machine is set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed controller the stitch width can quickly and easily be adjusted In this case the sewing speed is adjusted with the foot controller a Connect the foot controller b Attach zigzag foot J c Press to display the settings screen and set Width Cont...

Page 93: ... the controller to the right to make the width wider Adjust the sewing speed with the foot controller g When you are finished sewing set the stitch width control setting back to OFF Narrower Wider Memo Although the stitching result differs depending on the type of fabric being sewn and the thickness of the thread being used for best results adjust the stitch length to between 0 3 and 0 5 mm 1 64 a...

Page 94: ...of the bar tack Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot A to the desired length The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 Presser foot scale 2 Length of bar tack 3 5 mm 3 16 inch A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm 1 1 8 inches can be sewn b Attach buttonhole foot A c Select stitch d Position the fabric so that the opening of the pocket faces...

Page 95: ...ching a Determine the desired length of the darning Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot A to the desired length The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 Presser foot scale 2 Length of darning 3 5 mm 3 16 inch 4 7 mm 1 4 inch A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm 1 1 8 inches can be sewn Once sewing is completed the machine automatically se...

Page 96: ... reduce the gap e Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible 1 Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot 1 Buttonhole lever 2 Bracket f Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand and then start sewing g Raise the presser foot lever remove the fabric and then cut the threads h Raise the buttonhole lever to its original positi...

Page 97: ...sic operations section d Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching and then lower the presser foot lever e Start sewing Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops f Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet When using the eyelet punch place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before...

Page 98: ...back of the machine as usual e After you have sewn to the corner stop the machine and then select stitch f Start sewing The fabric is fed to the right g After you have sewn to the corner stop the machine and then select stitch h Start sewing The fabric is fed forward i After you have sewn to the corner stop the machine and then select stitch j Start sewing The fabric is fed to the left Attaching P...

Page 99: ...ave sewn to the corner stop the machine and then select stitch again l After sewing 3 to 5 stitches at the beginning of the stitching stop the machine Memo The feeding direction of the fabric differs depending on the stitch that is selected Be sure to guide the fabric while machine is sewing ...

Page 100: ...luble stabilizer 2 Basting stitching 3 4 mm 3 16 inch c Attach zigzag foot J d Select stitch or e Set the stitch width to 7 0 mm 1 4 inch f Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric g After sewing is finished remove the paper Decorative Stitching Stitch name Stitch Model 4 Presser foot Model 3 2 Model 1 Stitch number Patchwork join stitch 2 07 42 ...

Page 101: ... used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric a Attach zigzag foot J b Select the straight stitch and then adjust the stitch length to 4 0 mm 3 16 inch and loosen the thread tension For details refer to Setting the stitch length and Setting the thread tension in the Basic operations section For details refer to Pulling up the bobbin threa...

Page 102: ...rop point e Unfold the fabric and then iron the tucks down to one side Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics This is used when making a crazy quilt a Attach zigzag foot J b Sew together the right sides of the two pieces of fabric and then open up the seam allowances 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 7 mm 1 4 inch seam allowance 3 Straight stitch c Select...

Page 103: ...dle select a stitch width of 6 0 mm 15 64 inch or less d Start sewing Partially removing threads is called drawnwork This gives beautiful results with fabrics that have a loose weave Two ways to create drawnwork are described below Drawnwork Example 1 a Pull out several threads from the fabric b Attach monogramming foot N c Select stitch d With the right side of the fabric facing up sew along the ...

Page 104: ...Example 2 a Pull out several threads from two sections of the fabric separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm 3 16 inch 1 4 mm 3 16 inch b Attach monogramming foot N c Select stitch d Sew along the center of the unfrayed section 1 N ...

Page 105: ...ay and machine illustration may vary slightly depending on the machine model Chapter1 CHARACTER DECORATIVE STITCHES D 2 Chapter2 MY CUSTOM STITCH D 12 CAUTION Before replacing the presser foot be sure to press Presser foot Needle exchange key on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons otherwise injuries may occur if the Start Stop button or any other button is pressed and the machine star...

Page 106: ...f changes the decorative stitch category in the following order Æ Æ Æ Select the category containing the desired stitch and then specify the number of the stitch Chapter 1 CHARACTER DECORATIVE STITCHES Sewing the Various Built in Decorative Patterns Note The stitch numbers vary depending on your sewing machine model Refer to the Quick Reference Guide The stitch pattern displayed on the screen show...

Page 107: ... patterns on page D 5 If two patterns or more have been already selected the pattern that was selected last is removed Note Other factors such as fabric thickness stabilizer material etc also have an effect on the stitch so you should always sew a few trial stitches before beginning your project It may be necessary to adjust the pattern depending on the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing spee...

Page 108: ...tch length refer to Setting the stitch length in the Basic operations section Memo If the fabric is pulled or pushed during sewing the pattern may not turn out correctly Also depending on the pattern there may be movement to the left and right as well as front and back Guide the fabric with your hand to keep the fabric feeding straight and even during sewing Memo When sewing character stitches the...

Page 109: ...ly a After the patterns have been combined select Single Repeat in the settings screen b Set Single Repeat from to c Press on the LCD screen turns to and you can now sew the specified pattern repeatedly Memo Up to 70 patterns can be combined If multiple patterns have been combined the sewing machine stops once all the selected patterns displayed in the LCD have been sewn To repeatedly sew the comb...

Page 110: ...ged Refer to Functions available with each model in the Basic operations section a Select a stitch b Display Size selection in the settings screen and select Large or Small Large Small c Repeat steps a and b Changing the stitch density If a satin stitch has been selected the stitch density can be changed a Select a satin stitch pattern b Select Thread density in the settings screen and select the ...

Page 111: ...acter spacing by pressing the or key The higher the setting the wider the character spacing will be the lower the setting the narrower the character spacing will be Creating step stitch patterns For models equipped with step stitch patterns Decorative stitches can be shifted to the left or right by half the width of the pattern allowing you to create a step shaped pattern Equipped on some models R...

Page 112: ...t in the settings screen and then set to f Press For details refer to Repeating combined patterns on page D 5 Examples of step stitch patterns Mirroring a pattern image a After the patterns have been combined select Mirror image in the settings screen b Set Mirror image to ON c Press appears on the screen and the selected stitch is mirrored ...

Page 113: ...Combining patterns on page D 5 b Press on the operation panel A screen showing the list of pockets appears and an empty pocket is selected c Press Do not turn off the sewing machine while the pattern is being stored otherwise the pattern data may be lost Memo If this key is pressed when sewing is stopped patterns can be added at the end of a combined stitch pattern In this example is added Memo To...

Page 114: ...models equipped with vertical and horizontal fine adjustment settings No 36 of For models equipped with only vertical fine adjustment settings No 31 of a Attach monogramming foot N b Select or c Start sewing The sewing machine stops after it has finished sewing the pattern d Check the sewn pattern If the part of the pattern indicated in the illustration is sewn uniformly the pattern is correctly a...

Page 115: ... horizontal fine adjustment settings Go to step 7 For users of models equipped with only vertical fine adjustment settings Go to step 9 g Select Fine adjustment horizontal in the settings screen h Press the or key to adjust the horizontal position Make the necessary adjustments according to how the pattern is sewn Press to increase the horizontal space in the design Press to decrease the horizonta...

Page 116: ... of the design at the same height b If the pattern will be repeated determine the space between the repeating patterns c Mark the points in the pattern that are positioned at intersections in the grid and then link those points with a continuous straight line d Determine the sewing order For a more attractive stitch close the pattern by intersecting the line Entering the pattern data a Attach mono...

Page 117: ... screen or to continue editing Select either of them using the or key and then press 1 Continue editing 2 Finish editing g Repeat steps 4 through 6 to specify each point h After all points have been entered select i Specify the various stitching settings such as reverse reinforcement stitching in the same way as with other stitches 2 1 Note To correct an entered point press when the screen appears...

Page 118: ...6 3 8 35 8 28 10 2 9 37 12 29 5 0 10 35 14 30 10 2 11 32 14 31 16 1 12 30 11 32 19 0 13 30 5 33 23 0 14 29 3 34 22 6 15 26 8 35 17 10 16 24 10 36 22 6 17 18 13 37 23 0 18 13 14 38 19 0 19 12 14 39 42 0 20 13 12 Point Point 1 0 0 21 16 10 2 3 5 22 18 12 3 5 8 23 21 13 4 8 11 24 25 14 5 12 13 25 28 14 6 17 14 26 33 13 7 20 14 27 37 11 8 24 13 28 41 8 9 27 12 29 43 5 10 29 11 30 44 0 11 31 9 12 32 6 ...

Page 119: ...ation for operating this machine Please read this section to find troubleshooting tips and pointers as well as how to keep your machine in the best working order Page number starts with A in this section Chapter1 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING A 2 ...

Page 120: ...ze it out firmly and then wipe the surface of the machine After cleaning it once with a damp cloth wipe it again with a dry cloth Cleaning the race Sewing performance will suffer if lint and dust collects in the bobbin case therefore it should be cleaned regularly a Press Needle position button to raise the needle b Turn off the machine c Unplug the power cord from the power supply jack on the rig...

Page 121: ...t from the race and the surrounding area 1 Cleaning brush 2 Race Do not apply oil to the bobbin case i Insert the bobbin case so that the S mark on the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine Align the S and z marks 1 S mark 2 z mark 3 Bobbin case Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case j Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle ...

Page 122: ...hreading If the bobbin thread is incorrectly threaded instead of the appropriate tension being applied to the bobbin thread it is pulled through the fabric when the upper thread is pulled up For this reason the thread is visible from the right side of the fabric Remedy check details Correctly install the bobbin thread a Press and raise the presser foot lever b Remove the bobbin from the bobbin cas...

Page 123: ...thread If it cannot be removed cut the thread with scissors For details refer to Cleaning the race on page A 2 b Remove the upper thread from the machine If the bobbin was removed from the bobbin case refer to Installing the bobbin in the Basic operations section and Remedy check details in the section Upper thread tightened up on page A 4 to correctly install the bobbin c Refer to the following s...

Page 124: ...ustration below Symptom 2 The upper thread appears as a straight line on the right side of the fabric Symptom 3 The upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric Refer to illustration below Symptom 4 The bobbin thread appears as a straight line on the wrong side of the fabric Symptom 5 The stitching on the wrong side of the fabric is loose or has slack Symptom 1 Symptom 3 1 Wrong side ...

Page 125: ... used Adjust the thread tension while test sewing on a piece of scrap fabric that is the same as that used in your project If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric Using thread tension key For models equipped with thread tension key Refer to page B 8 Press to decrease the tension of the upper thread Using thread tension dial For models equipped with thread tension dial Ref...

Page 126: ...nd presser foot holder Refer to Replacing the presser foot and Removing and attaching the presser foot holder in the Basic operations section e Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below it If the fabric can be removed remove it Continue with the following steps to clean the race f Remove the needle plate cover 1 Needle plate cover Refer to Cleaning the race on page A 2 g Cut out the tangled thr...

Page 127: ...ct the edges of the slots in the needle plate 1 Correct position of feed dogs 2 Incorrect position of feed dogs p Insert the bobbin case so that the S mark on the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine Align the S and z marks 1 S mark 2 z mark 3 Bobbin case Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case q Attach the needle plate cover according to step...

Page 128: ... the bobbin and presser foot Refer to Installing the bobbin and Replacing the presser foot in the Basic operations section g Correctly thread the machine For details on threading the machine refer to Upper Threading in the Basic operations section h Perform trial sewing with cotton fabric If the thread becomes tangled under the bobbin winder seat If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not...

Page 129: ...e thread leading to the bobbin in order to be able to completely remove the bobbin from shaft d Hold the thread end with your left hand and wind off the thread clockwise with your right hand as shown below e Wind the bobbin again CAUTION Do not remove the bobbin winder seat even if the thread become tangled under the bobbin winder seat It may result in injuries Do not remove the screw on the bobbi...

Page 130: ...ly Set the empty bobbin on the pin and slowly turn the bobbin until you hear it click in place B 15 While winding the bobbin the bobbin thread was wound below the bobbin winder seat You have not wound the bobbin thread properly While initially winding thread on the bobbin the bobbin thread is not properly inserted into the guides After removing the thread wound below the bobbin winder seat wind th...

Page 131: ...e Width control to OFF in the settings screen B 12 B 37 Needle breaks Needle is installed incorrectly Reinstall the needle correctly B 29 Needle clamp screw is not tightened Tighten the needle clamp screw B 29 Needle is turned or bent Replace the needle B 29 Using improper needle or thread for the selected fabric Check the Fabric Thread Needle Combinations chart B 28 Wrong presser foot was used Us...

Page 132: ...ng used Remove any knots or tangles The selected needle is not appropriate for the thread being used Select a needle that is appropriate for the type of thread being used B 28 Upper thread tension is too tight Adjust the thread tension B 41 Thread is tangled Use scissors etc to cut the tangled thread and remove it from the race etc A 5 Needle is turned bent or the point is dull Replace the needle ...

Page 133: ...d rethread it correctly B 21 Spool cap is set incorrectly Check the method for attaching the spool cap then reattach the spool cap B 21 Using improper needle or thread for the selected fabric Check the Fabric Thread Needle Combinations chart B 28 Needle is turned bent or the point is dull Replace the needle B 29 Stitches are too long when sewing thin fabrics Shorten the stitch length B 40 Thread t...

Page 134: ...within the settings screen B 44 The fabric feeds in the opposite direction The feed mechanism is damaged Contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center The needle contacts the needle plate The needle clamp screw is loose Firmly tighten the needle clamp screw If the needle is bent or blunt replace it with a new one B 29 Needle is turned bent or the point is ...

Page 135: ...eck the Fabric Thread Needle Combinations chart B 28 Presser foot holder is not attached correctly Reattach the presser foot holder correctly B 32 Thread tension is set incorrectly Adjust the thread tension B 41 A 6 Bobbin thread is incorrectly wound Use a correctly wound bobbin B 15 Needle is turned bent or the point is dull Replace the needle B 29 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine ...

Page 136: ...layed when Twin needle is set to ON and a stitch pattern that cannot be sewn with the twin needle is selected 3 This message is displayed when the Start Stop button was pressed while the foot controller was connected 4 This message is displayed when the buttonhole lever is down a stitch other than a buttonhole is selected and a button such as the Start Stop button is pressed 5 This message is disp...

Page 137: ...been deleted 12 This message is displayed when the motor locks due to tangled thread or for other reasons related to thread delivery 13 This message is displayed when you try to sew with a stitch other than a straight stitch middle needle position while the straight stitch needle plate is installed This message is also displayed when the needle plate is removed while the machine is still turned on...

Page 138: ...Be sure to check for the cause of the error and correct it before continuing to sew Canceling the operation beep a Select Buzzer in the settings screen and set it to OFF Nothing appears in the LCD If nothing appears in the LCD when the machine is turned on the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark If this is the case perform the following operation a Turn off the machine b While pr...

Page 139: ...ter stitches B 35 D 2 Checking needle B 29 Cleaning cleaning machine surface A 2 LCD screen A 2 race A 2 Combining patterns D 5 Concealed seams S 20 Crazy quilt stitching S 28 Cross stitch stitches D 2 Curve sewing S 2 Custom stitches D 12 Cutting thread automatically B 43 Cylindrical pieces S 2 D Darning S 35 Darning stitch S 34 Decorative stitches patterns D 2 Design examples D 14 Designing stit...

Page 140: ...lder B 32 Repeating patterns D 5 Replacing needle B 29 Replacing presser foot B 31 Reverse stitch button B 3 B 38 Reverse Reinforcement stitches B 38 S Satin stitch length changing D 7 Satin stitches D 2 Satin stitching S 32 Saving stitch settings B 42 Scallop stitching S 41 Seam allowance even S 3 Seam ripper S 17 Settings automatic reinforcement stitching B 38 display language B 14 input sensiti...

Page 141: ...Appendix A 23 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING A W Walking foot S 30 Winding bobbin B 15 Wing needle S 43 Z Zigzag stitches S 13 S 27 Zigzag width adjustment B 40 Zipper insertion centered S 20 S 24 side S 21 ...

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