Page 2 - IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”; DANGER –; WARNING –; “SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”; “This sewing machine is intended for household use.”
“ IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: “Read all instructions before using.” DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock. 1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT; NOTE; OR COLOURED GREEN OR YELLOW.
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY. If your sewing machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut offand an appropriate three-...
Page 4 - PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE; For safe operation
1 CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSINGA BROTHER COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE Your machine is the most advanced computerized home use sewing machine available.To fully enjoy all the features incorporated into it, we suggest that you study this booklet. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE For safe operatio...
Page 5 - CONTENTS; CHAPTER 1; CHAPTER 2
2 CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USE ................................................... 4 PART NAMES ...................................................... 4OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES ................. 6OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................ 6DISPLAY PANEL ...................................
Page 7 - PART NAMES
4 BEFORE USE CHAPTER 1 PART NAMES 1– Handle2– Spool cap3– Thread guide for bobbin winding4– LCD (liquid crystal display)5– Needle threader lever6– Thread cutter7– Buttonhole sewing lever8– Needle threader9– Presser foot 10– Feed dog11– Bobbin cover12– Feed dog adjustment lever13– Upper tension contr...
Page 8 - A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND; Main power switch; Power cord; B. FLATBED ATTACHMENT WITH; II
5 I II III A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND CONNECTORS 1 Main power switch Use to turn on/off the main power. 2 Foot controller jack Use to connect the foot controller. 3 Power cord Use to connect the machine to the power sup-ply. CAUTION– When leaving the sewing machineunattended, the main switch of themac...
Page 9 - OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES; OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
6 OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES Needle set 1 90/14: 4 pcs X58358-001 14 Golden needle(for stretch fabrics): 2 pcs 2 Cleaning brush X59476-051 3 Seam ripper X54243-001 4 Screwdriver (large) X55467-051 5 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 6 Bobbin (3) 136492-151 7 Spool cap (small) 130013-053 8 Spool cap (la...
Page 10 - DISPLAY PANEL; info cfm; clear; enter; memory
7 A C 9 B 0 DISPLAY PANEL C. DISPLAY PANEL 1 Stitches and patterns The utility stitches (00 ~ 29). 2 Screen The number of the selected stitch, the patterns, suggested presser foot and any messages or errors areshown here. 3 Stitch width keys Touch this key to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch. 4...
Page 11 - OPERATION BUTTONS; Using the operation buttons; Speed range control lever; “NEEDLE POSITION” button
8 OPERATION BUTTONS Using the operation buttons D. OPERATION BUTTONS 1 Speed range control lever Slide this lever to change the sewing speed. 2 “NEEDLE POSITION” button Press this button to move the needle either upor down. 3 “REVERSE STITCH” button Hold down this button to sew either backwardsor in...
Page 12 - POWER SUPPLY
9 POWER SUPPLY 1. Insert the plug into a wall outlet. 1 Main power switch 2. Set the main power switch to “ I ”. 3. To turn off the sewing machine, set the main power switch to “ ”. WARNING– When leaving the sewing machine unattended or when it is not being used, turn off the mainpower switch of the...
Page 13 - SCREEN; About the screen; Note; Adjusting the brightness of the screen
10 SCREEN 1 Shows the presser foot symbol. 2 Shows whether the automatic reinforcementstitching is turned on or off. 3 Displays an example of the selected stitch andany messages or errors. 4 Shows the number of the selected stitch. 5 Shows the width of the stitch.Normally, the appropriate stitch wid...
Page 14 - LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY; Example: To change the display language to
11 LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY Example: To change the display language to Spanish. 1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while hold- ing down the information key, turn the sewingmachine on again. 2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times. 3. Press the enter key to change the display lan- guage.
Page 15 - Clearing the language selection; Example: To change the display language
12 Clearing the language selection Example: To change the display language from Spanish back to English 1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while hold- ing down the information key, turn the sewingmachine on again. 2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times. 3. Press the enter key to change the ...
Page 16 - BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING; Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread
13 1 2 3 BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread 1. Connect the machine to the power supply and turn on the main power. 2. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool. The spool capclosest t...
Page 18 - Setting the bobbin; Bobbin cover; Built-in thread cutter
15 1 2 Setting the bobbin 1. Slide open the bobbin cover. 1 Bobbin cover 2 Bobbin cover release button 2. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle with the thread direction as shown in the diagram. 3. Guide the thread end through the slit, then pull the thread to- ward you to cut off any excess thread. 1 ...
Page 19 - UPPER THREADING
16 UPPER THREADING 1. Raise the presser foot lever. (If the presser foot is not raised, the upper thread cannot be threaded.) Note In order to ensure that the upper threading is done correctly, thissewing machine is equipped with an upper threading shutter whichprevents upper threading or needle thr...
Page 21 - Using the extra spool pin and the net
18 5 3 1 2 1 2 3 4 4 Note The auto-threading device cannot be used with the combinationsshown at left.Transparent nylon thread can be used regardless of the chart pro-viding needle used is 90/14 to 100/16. Needle Thread (cotton) 65/9 #30, 50, 60 75/11 #30 90/14 #30 100/16 #20 * Rotating your right h...
Page 22 - STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING; Foot controller
19 STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING “START/STOP” button 1 Place the fabric under the presser foot, lower the presser foot,and then press the “START/STOP” button. The sewing ma-chine starts sewing. * Slide the speed range control lever to adjust the sewing speed. * Hold down the “START/STOP” button to se...
Page 23 - Using the “
20 SELECTING A STITCH (UTILITY STITCHES) Using the “ info ” (information) key 1. Touch “ info ” to display information on the se- lected stitch. 2. Information on the selected stitch is displayed. This sewing machine is equipped with 30 built-inutility stitches.Use the stitch selection keys to enter...
Page 25 - THREAD TENSION; Correct upper thread tension; Loosening the upper thread tension
22 6 5 4 3 2 6 5 4 3 2 3 4 1 2 THREAD TENSION Correct upper thread tension The thread tension is normally set on “4” for gen-eral sewing applications. (Refer to the FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART onpage 27.)However, the thread tension dial can be used toadjust the tension of the upper thread...
Page 26 - Tightening the upper thread tension; Upper thread
23 6 5 4 3 2 2 4 3 1 Tightening the upper thread tension Turn the thread tension dial to the right to tightenthe upper thread tension. 1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 Reverse side 4 If the upper thread tension is too weak, locksappear on the reverse side of the fabric.
Page 27 - PRESSER FOOT; Changing the presser foot; Presser foot holder
24 PRESSER FOOT Changing the presser foot 1. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Press the black button located at the back of the presser foot holder to release the foot. 1 Presser foot holder 4. Place the presser ...
Page 28 - FEED DOGS
25 With the accessory compartment off the machine, the feed dogadjustment lever can be seen on the base of the sewing machine.Sliding the lever to the right will lower the feed dogs, for exampleduring button sewing.If you wish to continue sewing normally, slide the lever to the leftin order to raise...
Page 29 - NEEDLE; Installing the needle securely; Checking the needle; Space between the needle and the flat surface; Needle stopper
26 NEEDLE Installing the needle securely 1. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle. 2. Turn off the power and lower the presser foot. 3. Loosen the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. 4. Pull out the needle. Checking the needle Place the needle on a flat surface and check whether ...
Page 31 - TRIAL SEWING; Sewing using a utility stitch; Thread
28 1. SEWING CHAPTER 2 TRIAL SEWING Sewing using a utility stitch CAUTION– Be aware of the needle at alltimes while sewing, and keepyour hands away from allmoving parts such as theneedle, balance wheel andthread take-up lever, otherwisean injury may result. – Do not pull or push the fabrictoo hard w...
Page 32 - Thread cutter
29 5. When sewing is completed, press the “REVERSE STITCH” button to sew a few reverse stitches. 6. Raise the presser foot, remove the fabric and cut the thread. 1 Thread cutter 4. Lower the presser foot. Press the “REVERSE STITCH” but- ton to sew a few reverse stitches, and then press the “START/ST...
Page 33 - AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING; The machine automatically stops.; Cancelling automatic reinforcement stitching
30 AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING 1. Select a stitch, then touch the automatic rein- forcement stitching key to change it to black. * The reinforcement stitching is automaticallysewn when some stitches such as the button-hole and bar tack are selected. 2. Press the “START/STOP” button to sew rein...
Page 34 - STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH; Adjusting the stitch width; Making the stitch wider; Adjusting the stitch length; Making the stitch longer
31 STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH Adjusting the stitch width Making the stitch wider Press the “ ” stitch width key. Each press of the key increases the width of the stitch. Adjusting the stitch length Making the stitch longer Press the “ ” stitch length key. Each press of the key increases the length of t...
Page 35 - Sewing a curve with a straight stitch; USEFUL SKILLS
32 Sewing corners Stop the sewing machine with the needle in the fabric at the cor-ner, then raise the presser foot and turn the fabric. Sewing folded parts Support the fabric while feeding by hand and sew the fabric to-ward the folded side. Sewing curves Sewing a curve with a straight stitch Sew sl...
Page 36 - Sewing on thick fabric; Sewing a curve with a zigzag stitch; Sewing on thin fabric
33 Sewing on thick fabric 1. Raising the presser foot lever even further raises the presser foot to a higher position allowing you to sew on thicker fabrics.With the presser foot in the up position, raise the presser footlever even higher to make room for thicker fabrics. Sewing a curve with a zigza...
Page 37 - Using the needle plate
34 Using the needle plate Align the edge of the fabric with a line on the needle plate to seweven seam allowances. 1 1.5 cm (19/32") Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such aspant hems and cuffs. Free-arm sewing 15 25 35 1
Page 38 - STRAIGHT STITCHES; to 4 reverse stitches
35 STRAIGHT STITCHES 00: Straight stitch (center needle position) for normal sewing01: Straight stitch (left needle position) for normal sewing02: For reinforced sewing03: For stretch fabric 1. Baste or pin the fabrics together. 2. Attach presser foot “J”, sew three or four reverse stitches at the b...
Page 39 - Basting; Changing the stitch length
36 Baste the fabric pieces together, then sew along the basting with-out pulling the fabric. * Do not pull the fabric while sewing. 1 Basting Changing the stitch length Sewing stretch fabrics Touch the “ ” or “ ” stitch length keys to adjust the stitch length. 1 : Longer 2 Automatic stitch length se...
Page 40 - ZIGZAG STITCHES; Needle drop point on the right side
37 ZIGZAG STITCHES 04: Zigzag stitch05: Elastic zigzag stitch Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the nee-dle drops over the edge of the fabric on the right side. 1 Needle drop point on the right side Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch) Attach the applique using adhesive or bast...
Page 41 - OVERCASTING STITCHES; Guide; Sewing using stitch
38 OVERCASTING STITCHES 05: For stretch fabric06: For thin and medium fabric07: For thick fabric08: For medium, thick and easily frayed fabric09: For stretch fabric Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of presserfoot “G”. 1 Guide * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement st...
Page 42 - OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER); Screw of the needle
39 OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER) 00: Normal sewing05: Zigzag stitch06: Thin and medium fabrics07: Thick fabric08: Thick and medium stretch fabrics By using the side cutter, you can do overcastingwhile cutting the fabric. 1. Push the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, a...
Page 44 - BLIND HEM STITCHING
41 BLIND HEM STITCHING 10: For other fabric11: For stretch fabric 1. Fold the fabric and baste it as illustrated. 1 0.5 cm (13/64") 2 Surface 3 0.5 cm (13/64") 4 Reverse side 5 Basting 2. Attach presser foot “R”. Lower the presser foot so that its guide aligns with the edge of the foldedhem....
Page 45 - Adjusting the needle drop point; Reverse side
42 Adjusting the needle drop point Touch the “ ” and “ ” stitch width keys to adjust the needle drop point so that the needleslightly catches the fold of the hem. A– If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, touch the “ ” stitch width key. This moves the needle away from the fold. 1 Reverse si...
Page 46 - BUTTONHOLE STITCHING
43 BUTTONHOLE STITCHING 12: For horizontal holes on blouses or shirts made from thin or medium fab-ric 13: For thin or medium fabric14: For jeans or stretch fabric with a coarse weave 15: For stretch fabric16: For suits or overcoats17: For jeans or trousers18: For thick coats 1. Mark the positions o...
Page 47 - Metal bracket on the buttonhole foot; Normal buttonhole and rounded buttonhole
44 4. Lower the buttonhole lever and position it behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. 1 Metal bracket on the buttonhole foot Keyhole buttonhole Make a hole using the small eyelet punch in the key end, theninsert a pin in front of the inside edge of the bar tack. Insert aseam ripper into ...
Page 48 - Buttonhole sewing order; Reinforcement stitch; Sewing stretch fabrics (“
45 Buttonhole sewing order 1 Reinforcement stitch 2. Lower the presser foot and start sewing. * Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread. 13 12 16 17 18 14 15 1 1 1 5 6 5 Sewing stretch fabrics (“ 14 ” and “ 15 ”) When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, insert a gimp threadun...
Page 49 - Buttons that do not fit into the guide plate (Odd-shaped buttons)
46 4 1 2 6 5 3 Measure the button diameter + thickness to set theplate. Example: For a button with a diameter of 1.5 cm (19/32") anda thickness of 1 cm (25/64"), the scale should beset at 2.5 cm (1") 1 Thickness [1 cm (25/64")] 2 Diameter [1.5 cm (19/32")] 3 Button holder plate 4...
Page 51 - BAR TACKING; Button holder plate
48 BAR TACKING 1. Measure the area to be bar tacked and set the length using the scale on presser foot “A”. Pull on the end of the buttonholder plate to expand it. The finished size of the bar tack willbe the space shown in the illustration. 1 Button holder plate 2 Scale on the presser foot 3 0.5 cm...
Page 52 - Thick fabrics; Presser foot
49 5. While lightly holding the upper thread, press the “START/ STOP” button. * Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a rein-forcement stitch after the bar tack is sewn. * If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric istoo thick), touch the “ ” stitch length key to incr...
Page 54 - Scale on the presser foot; DARNING
51 1. Set the stitch length using the scale on presser foot “A”. Pull on the end of the button holder plate to expand it. Thefinished size of the bar tack will be the space shown in theillustration. 1 Scale on the presser foot 2 Button holder plate 3 0.5 cm (13/64") 4 Length of darning 5 Width [...
Page 56 - Darning stitch sewing order
53 Darning stitch sewing order 1 Reinforcement stitch 1 1 19 20
Page 57 - Needle drop point; EYELET STITCH
54 1. Touch the “ ” or “ ” stitch length or stitch width key to select the eyelet size. 2. Attach presser foot “N”, check the needle drop point and lower the presser foot, then press the “START/STOP” button to startsewing. * Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a rein-forcement stitch...
Page 58 - BUTTON SEWING; For attaching buttons
55 BUTTON SEWING 1. Raise the presser foot lever and slide the feed dog adjust- ment lever to the right in order to lower the feed dog. 1 Feed dog adjustment lever (Slide off the accessory com-partment to expose the lever.) 4. Once sewing is completed, return the feed dogs to their origi- nal positi...
Page 59 - Shank lever
56 Attaching buttons with four holes First, sew the two holes which are closest to you. Once they havebeen sewn, raise the presser foot, move the needle to the othertwo holes, and then sew them in the same way. Attaching a shank to the button 1. Pull the shank lever toward you, then start sewing. 1 ...
Page 60 - Centered application; ZIPPER INSERTION (CENTERED AND SIDE APPLICATIONS)
57 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where thezipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipperarea). 1 End of opening 2 Reverse stitch 3 Basting 4 Reverse side 2. Press open the seam allowance, then attac...
Page 61 - Side application
58 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where thezipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipperarea). 1 End of opening 2 Reverse stitch 3 Basting 4 Reverse side 2. Press the seam allowance open and align t...
Page 62 - Right side of fabric
59 4. Close the zipper and turn over the fabric. Then sew the other side of the zipper onto the fabric. 1 Reverse side 5. Turn over the fabric so that the right side faces up, sew straight stitches from the bottom to 5 cm (1-15/16) from the top, andthen stop the machine. 1 Right side of fabric 6. Lo...
Page 63 - DART SEAM
60 DART SEAM 1. Attach presser foot “J”, then sew a reverse stitch at the begin- ning of the dart and sew from the wide end to the narrow endwithout stretching the fabric. 1 Basting * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitchingkey to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beg...
Page 64 - GATHERING; Seam line; For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc.
61 5. Smooth the gathers by ironing them. GATHERING 1. Select a stitch length of 4.0 mm (5/32") and a weak thread tension. 2. Attach presser foot “J”, then pull out about 5 cm (2") of both the bobbin and upper threads. 1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 About 5 cm (2") 3. Sew two rows of s...
Page 65 - Shuttle; Pulling out the bobbin thread
62 1. Pass the thread along the groove in the direction of the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it. 1 Shuttle * The bobbin cover should still be removed. 2. While holding the upper thread, press the “NEEDLE POSI- TION” button twice, and then pull out the bobbin thread. 3. Replace the bobbin...
Page 66 - PINTUCK; Width for pintuck
63 PINTUCK 1. Mark along the folds on the reverse side of the fabric with a spatula. 1 Reverse side 2. Fold the fabric so that the surface faces upward and iron only the folded parts. 1 Right side of fabric 3. Attach the right pin of presser foot “I” to the holder, and sew a straight stitch along ea...
Page 67 - FLAT FELL SEAM
64 FLAT FELL SEAM 1. Attach presser foot “J”. Sew the seam line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side that the flat fell seam will lieagainst. 1 About 1.2 cm (1/2") 2 Reverse side * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitchingkey to sew reinforcement stitches automatic...
Page 68 - Finished flat fell seam
Page 69 - APPLIQUES; Applique; Sewing the applique around corners or curves
66 APPLIQUES 1. Attach the applique to the fabric with fabric glue or basting so that it will not move during sewing. 1 Applique 2 Fabric glue 2. Attach presser foot “J”. Make sure that the needle drops just outside the applique, then start sewing. 1 Applique * Before sewing, touch the automatic rei...
Page 70 - SCALLOP STITCH
67 SCALLOP STITCH 1. Attach presser foot “N”, then sew the edge of the fabric so that the stitches are not right on the edge of the fabric. 1 Right side of fabric * Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitchingkey to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the begin-ning and at the ...
Page 71 - SMOCKING STITCH; For making decorative stitching
68 J SMOCKING STITCH 1. Select “ 01 ”, set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (5/32") and select a weak thread tension. Then, sew columns of straight stitchesat intervals of 1 cm (25/64"). 1 About 1 cm (25/64") 2. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, and then smooth t...
Page 72 - PATCHWORK STITCH; Straight stitch; Surface
69 PATCHWORK STITCH 1. Match the fabric pieces with their surface sides facing each other and sew the pieces together with a straight stitch. Openthe seam allowance [about 1 cm (25/64")] and press it flat. 1 Straight stitch 2 Seam allowance 3 1 cm (25/64") 4 Reverse side 2. Attach presser fo...
Page 73 - FAGOTING
70 FAGOTING 1. Separate the folded edges of the fabric pieces with a gap of 0.4 cm (5/32") and baste them onto a piece of thin paper orwater-soluble stabilizer sheet. 1 Basting 2 0.4 cm (5/32") 3 Thin paper or stabilizer sheet 2. Attach presser foot “J”. Align the center of the presser foot ...
Page 74 - DECORATIVE STITCHING; Decorative stitching; Other decorative stitches: 56 – 63
71 DECORATIVE STITCHING Decorative stitching These stitches are used as decorative hem stitches or to deco-rate the seams of crazy quilts. Use a contrasting thread color ordecorative embroidery thread. Shell tacking 1. In decorative stitch mode, enter “61” to select the stitch for shell tacking. 2. ...
Page 75 - Decorative stitches: 46 – 50
72 HEM-STITCH (HEIRLOOM STITCH) For sewing tablecloths, decorative hems on clothes and deco-rative stitching on shirtfronts. A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use the “130/705HWing” needle when sewing these patterns.If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set to manual,che...
Page 77 - TWIN NEEDLE; Stopper
74 TWIN NEEDLE Decorative stitches where the zigzag width can be changedmanually. * When using twin needles, use the “J” presser foot regardlessof what kind of sewing will be carried out. J 2. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading using the horizontal spool pin. 1. Insert twin-needle. ...
Page 79 - FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES; FONT STITCHES
76 0 1 5 6 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3. FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES FONT STITCHES 1. Touch “ ” until the cursor (“ ■ ”) moves over the type of font that you want to sew. Block font Italic font Outline font 2. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the de- sired character. The selected ...
Page 80 - Combining characters; Example: To combine outline letters to create “
77 2. Touch “ 4 ”, then “ 1 ”, the stitch number for the letter “ ”. 3. Touch “ enter ( ) ”. Combining characters Example: To combine outline letters to create “ ” 4. Touch “ 6 ”, then “ 0 ”, the stitch number for the letter “ ”. 5. Touch “ enter ( ) ”. 1. Touch “ ” until “ ■ ” moves over “ ”. 6. To...
Page 81 - DECORATIVE STITCHES
78 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 1 DECORATIVE STITCHES 1. Touch “ ” until the cursor (“ ■ ”) moves over “ ”. 2. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the de- sired decorative stitch. The selected decorative stitch appearson the screen. * A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the d...
Page 82 - Selecting a decorative stitch; Example: To select the decorative stitch “; Combining decorative stitches; Example: To combine decorative stitches to create “
79 2. Touch “ 8 ”, then “ 8 ”, the stitch number for the stitch “ ”. Selecting a decorative stitch Example: To select the decorative stitch “ ” 1. Touch “ ” until “ ■ ” moves over “ ”. 2. Touch “ enter ( ) ”. Combining decorative stitches Example: To combine decorative stitches to create “ & ” 1...
Page 83 - Example: To change “; CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION
80 2. Touch “ enter ( ) ”. Example: To change “ ” to “ ” 1. Touch “ clear ( ) ”. (Touch “ clear ( ) ” the same number of times as the number of characters that you wish tochange.) CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION 3. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired characters. info cf...
Page 84 - CHANGING THE SIZE; Changing the size of a decorative stitch
81 Touch the “ ” or “ ” stitch width key to adjust the zigzag stitch width or the “ ” or “ ” stitch length key to adjust the stitch length.However, when italic font is set, the size cannot bechanged. CHANGING THE SIZE Two sizes are available: * Depending on the types of fabric and threadused, the th...
Page 85 - CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION; Example: To check the pattern combination “ ABCDEFGHIJKLMN ”
82 Touch the “ cfm ( ) ” key to scroll the pattern com- bination across the display from the beginning."ABCDEFGHIJKLMN" is displayed. CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION Example: To check the pattern combination “ ABCDEFGHIJKLMN ”
Page 86 - MEMORY; Saving a pattern combination; Checking a stored pattern combination
83 MEMORY Saving a pattern combination 1. Combine characters to create the word “ ”. (Refer to page 77 for more details.) 2. Touch “ memory ( ) ”. * Each touch of “ memory ( ) ” changes the stitch number. For example, to store the pattern un-der stitch number 97, touch “ memory ( ) ” three times. If...
Page 87 - Recalling a stored pattern combination; Example: To recall the pattern combination “
84 Recalling a stored pattern combination Example: To recall the pattern combination “ ”, stored under stitch number 96 2. Press the “START/STOP” button. 1. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired pattern combination. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 1
Page 88 - SEWING; Fabric; Sewing attractive finishes
85 SEWING 1 Fabric 2 Stabilizer 3 Thin paper Sewing attractive finishes Refer to the table below and the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” for recommendedfabrics, threads and needles to use in order to obtain attractive sewing finishes. Furthermore, pattern slippagesmay occur when using diffe...
Page 89 - Sewing; Needle hole reference line
86 Sewing 1. Attach presser foot “N”. 2. Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper thread out to the side and then lower the presser foot. * Be sure that the material is positioned so that pattern will besewn facing the correct direction. 1 Needle hole reference line 3. Push the “START...
Page 90 - ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS
87 ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS A stitch pattern may get deformed due to the thread or cloth. It is a good idea to first make a trial stitching, andthen make adjustments for each stitch pattern if necessary. 1. In decorative stitch mode, use the stitch selec- tion keys to enter the number 94. 2. Attach...
Page 91 - CLEANING; MAINTENANCE; Always keep the machine clean.; Needle plate
88 5 6 CAUTIONDisconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen, otherwise injury orelectrical shock may result. If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents. Cleaning the screen CAUTIONDisconnect the power ...
Page 92 - Race; Projection
89 4. Take out the shuttle. 5. Remove accumulated lint and thread from the inner shuttle and race with a brush or a vacuumcleaner. 1 Race 2 Shuttle 6. Set the shuttle by aligning the shuttle projection with spring of the stopper. 1 Projection 2 Spring * Lint and dust accumulated in the race will som...
Page 93 - CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB; When replacing the light bulb; Screw; Light bulb
90 CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB When replacing the light bulb 1. Turn the power off. * The power cord plug must be removed from the electric outletprior to changing the bulb. 2. Loosen the screw on the reverse side of sewing head. 3. Remove the end cap. 1 Screw 2 End cap 4. Replace the snap in the light ...
Page 94 - Warning messages; ERROR MESSAGES
91 This message is displayed when the motor islocked, such as when the thread becomes entan-gled. This message is displayed when the “START/STOP” or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed,or when the foot controller is pressed down whilethe presser foot is raised. This message is displayed when the patte...
Page 95 - Messages
92 This message is displayed when a buttonhole pat-tern is selected and the “START/STOP” or “RE-VERSE STITCH” button is pushed while the but-tonhole lever is raised. * In this case, the machine can only rotate once. This message appears when the “START/STOP”or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pushed, but ...
Page 96 - Trouble with threads and stitches
93 Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place of purchaseor your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Trouble with threads and stitches Probable cause 1. Upper threading is not correct. 2. Upper thread is entangled. 3. Spool of thread is not...
Page 97 - Mechanical trouble
94 Mechanical trouble Probable cause 1. Feed dog is lowered. 2. Stitch length is set at no feeding. 3. The combination of selected stitch and presser foot is not correct. 4. Correct needle is not being used. 5. Thread is entangled. 1. Needle is not correctly inserted. 2. Correct needle is not used. ...
Page 98 - SEWING CHART
95 A G J UTILITY STITCH SELECT KEY NAME OF PATTERN PATTERN TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT USE REINFORCEMENT STITCHING STITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH WIDTH KEYS STITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH LENGTH KEYS AUTOMATIC REINFORCE- MENT STITCHING UTILITY STITCH SELECT KEY NAME OF PATTERN PATTERN TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT USE RE...
Page 100 - HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY); Connecting lever
97 HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, thin leather, etc. Thesematerials are difficult to be fed when sewing but this foot can prevent such materials from crumpling, slippingor stickking between presser fo...
Page 102 - Decorative stitches; Hairloom
99 Alphabet (Outline style) Satin stitches Cross stitches Size cannot be changed. Decorative stitches 30 48 66 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 ...
Page 103 - Decorative stitch
100 Decorative stitch 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94
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C M Y BK ENGLISH882-955194955-011Printed in Taiwan ® SEWING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL