Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the
"Important Safety Instructions", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions.
In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future
reference.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.
This machine is intended for household use.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock
1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning,
when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the
machine unattended.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual
• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp
the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.
• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
• Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.
3 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat,
discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord.
• When transporting the sewing machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the sewing
machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could
cause injuries.
• When lifting the sewing machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements,
otherwise you may injure your back or knees.
4 Always keep your work area clear:
• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
• Do not store objects on the foot controller.
• Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine,
power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.
• Do not place this sewing machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table,
otherwise the sewing machine may fall, resulting in injuries.
5 Special care is required when sewing:
• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.
• Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments
in the needle area.
• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.
• Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand
stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.
6This machine is not a toy:
• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.
• The plastic bag that this sewing 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.
7 For a longer service life:
• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store
the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.
• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.
• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,
needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.
8 For repair or adjustment:
• If the Light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.
• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table
in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem
persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.
Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
Save these instructions.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com
Included accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 8
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ................................................................... 10
Front view....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Needle and presser foot section ...................................................................................................................... 11
Turning the Machine On/Off .............................................................................................16
Power supply precautions ............................................................................................................................... 16
Turning on the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17
Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17
Viewing the LCD ............................................................................................................................................. 18
Changing the machine settings ........................................................................................................................ 19
Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Installing the bobbin ....................................................................................................................................... 27
About the spool of thread ................................................................................................................................ 31
Threading the upper thread ............................................................................................................................. 32
Using the twin needle ..................................................................................................................................... 36
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................ 39
Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types ...................................................................... 39
Checking the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 40
Replacing the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 41
Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................ 43
General sewing procedure .............................................................................................................................. 48
Positioning the fabric ...................................................................................................................................... 50
Starting to sew................................................................................................................................................. 51
Securing the stitching ...................................................................................................................................... 53
Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 55
Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................ 65
Inserting a centered zipper .............................................................................................................................. 90
Inserting a side zipper ..................................................................................................................................... 92
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ............................................................................. 95
Bar tack stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 103
What to prepare ............................................................................................................................................ 118
Embroidery step by step ................................................................................................................................ 119
Attaching the Embroidery Foot ....................................................................................... 120
Attaching the embroidery foot ...................................................................................................................... 120
Removing the embroidery foot ..................................................................................................................... 122
Attaching the Embroidery Unit ........................................................................................ 123
Embroidery unit precautions ......................................................................................................................... 123
Attaching the embroidery unit ....................................................................................................................... 123
Removing the embroidery unit ...................................................................................................................... 125
Preparing the Fabric ........................................................................................................126
Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ................................................................................................... 126
Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame..................................................................................................... 127
Attaching the Embroidery Frame ..................................................................................... 130
Attaching the embroidery frame .................................................................................................................... 130
Removing the embroidery frame ................................................................................................................... 131
Copyright information ................................................................................................................................... 132
Selecting an embroidery pattern .................................................................................................................... 137
Selecting a frame pattern............................................................................................................................... 137
Using an embroidery card ............................................................................................................................. 138
Embroidering a pattern .................................................................................................................................. 139
Editing and Saving Patterns .............................................................................................143
Adjusting the layout and the size................................................................................................................... 143
Adjusting the thread tension .......................................................................................................................... 145
Connecting character patterns....................................................................................................................... 146
Thread runs out partway through a design..................................................................................................... 148
Stopping while embroidering ........................................................................................................................ 148
Care and Maintenance .................................................................................................... 152
Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 152
Cleaning the race .......................................................................................................................................... 152
Adjusting the LCD ......................................................................................................................................... 163
The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the
sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.
Front view
a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33)
Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when
winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine.
b Thread guide (page 24, 33)
Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding
the bobbin thread and threading the machine.
c Spool pin (page 23, 32)
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.
d Bobbin winder (page 22)
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.
e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)(page 18)
Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error
messages appear in the LCD.
f Operation panel(page 13)
Use the keys on this panel to select stitches or
embroidery patterns, or check how to use the sewing
machine, etc.
g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 123)
Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit.
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h Presser foot lever (page 50)
Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower
the presser foot .
i Operation buttons (page 12)
Use these buttons to operate the machine.
j Flat bed attachment (page 46)
Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing
cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs.
k Thread cutter (page 56)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.
l Needle threader lever (page 35)
Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle.
m Thread tension dial (page 59, 145)
Adjust the upper thread tension with this dial.
n Thread take-up lever (page 34)
o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc
(page 24)
Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the
pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread.
Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes
and bar tacks.
b Thread guide disk (page 34)
Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when
using the needle threader to thread the needle.
c Needle bar thread guide (page 34)
Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread
guide.
d Needle plate (page 67)
The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing
straight seams.
e Needle plate cover (page 152)
Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case
and race.
f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28)
Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin
into the bobbin case.
g Feed dogs (page 88)
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.
h Presser foot (page 43, 50)
The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the
fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate
presser foot for the selected stitching.
i Presser foot holder (page 45)
The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder.
Right-side/rear view
a Handle
Carry the sewing machine by its handle when
transporting the machine.
b Handwheel (page 50)
Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to
raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.
c Embroidery card slot (page 138)
Insert the embroidery card.
d Air vent
The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be
exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing
machine is being used.
e Main power switch (page 17)
Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine
on and off.
f Foot controller jack (page 52)
Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable
into the foot controller jack.
g Power supply jack (page 17)
Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power
supply jack.
The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.
a Start/stop button
Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The
machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of
sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is
stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details,
refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).
The button changes color according to the machine’s
operation mode.
Green:The machine is ready to sew or is
Red:The machine can not sew.
Orange:The machine is winding the bobbin
sewing.
thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is
moved to the right side.
Memo
z When the foot controller is plugged in,
(Start/stop button) cannot be used to
start or stop sewing.
b Needle position button
Press the needle position button to raise or lower the
needle. Be sure to raise the needle before threading the
needle. Use this button to change the sewing direction
or for detailed sewing in small areas. Pressing the
button twice sews one stitch.
c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button
Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew
reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse
stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to
sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches
are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.
For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 53).
CAUTION
● Do not press the thread cutter button
after the threads have already been cut,
otherwise the needle may break, the
threads may become tangled or damage
to the machine may occur.
Note
z Do not press the thread cutter button if there
is no fabric under the presser foot or while
the machine is sewing, otherwise damage to
the machine may occur.
z When cutting nylon thread or other special
threads, use the thread cutter on the side of
the machine. For details, refer to "Using the
thread cutter" (page 56).
e Sewing speed controller
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing
speed.
d Thread cutter button
Press the thread cutter button after sewing is stopped to
cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. For details,
refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 55).
The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys.
a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)
Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error
messages appear in the LCD.
Touch the keys displayed on the LCD with your finger
or the touch pen to perform operations.
For details, refer to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Operation" (page 18).
b Back key
Press to return to the previous screen.
c Previous page key
Displays the previous page when there are items that
are not displayed on the LCD.
d Next page key
Displays the next page when there are items that are not
displayed on the LCD.
e Memory key
Press to enter alphabet character embroidery or
embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted, etc.
into the sewing machine memory.
f Utility stitch key
Press this key to select a utility stitch.
g Embroidery key
Press this key to sew embroidery.
h Settings key
Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound,
and more.
i Sewing machine help key
Press to get help on using the sewing machine. Displays
simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin
winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement /
embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame
attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot
replacement.
This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.
Power supply precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.
WARNING
● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may
result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and
the power supply jack on the machine.
● Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.
● Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:
• When you are away from the machine
• After using the machine
• When the power fails during use
• When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection
• During electrical storms
CAUTION
● Use only the power cord included with this machine.
● Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to
them. Fire or electric shock may result.
● Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.
● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to
remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric
shock.
● Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted,
or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These
things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged,
take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.
● Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a
fire may result.
off (the main power switch is set to ""), and
then plug the power supply cord into the
power supply jack on the right side of the
machine.
Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a
b
house hold electrical outlet.
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a Power supply jack
Press the right side of the main power switch
c
on the right side of the machine to turn the
machine on (set it to "|").
X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button)
light up when the machine is turned on.
Memo
z When the machine is turned on, the needle
and the feed dogs will make sound when
they move; this is not a malfunction.
Turning off the machine
When you have finished using the sewing machine,
turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing
machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.
Make sure that the machine is not sewing.
a
Press the left side of the main power switch on
b
the right side of the machine to turn the
machine off (set it to "").
X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go
off when the machine is turned off.
Unplug the power supply cord from the
c
electrical outlet.
Grasp the plug when unplugging the power
supply cord.
Unplug the power cord from the power supply
d
jack.
Note
z If a power outage occurs while the sewing
machine is being operated, turn off the
sewing machine and unplug the power
supply cord. When restarting the sewing
machine, follow the necessary procedure to
correctly operate the machine.
(For U.S.A. only)
z This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front
of the sewing machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the LCD, and
make operations by directly touching the icons with your finger or a
"Operation panel" (page 13).
Viewing the LCD
When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on. When you touch the LCD screen according to the message
displayed on the screen with your finger or a touch pen, the following utility stitch selection screen is displayed.
touch pen. For details, refer to
1
2
3
l
k
0
9
8
4
5
a Selected stitch
b Presser foot to be used
c Stitches
d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing
e Stitch width
f Stitch length
g Number of the selected stitch
h Number of stitches contained
i Horizontal mirror image
j Automatic thread cutting
k Automatic reverse/reinforcement
l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop
position
7
6
Memo
z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached. The details are explained in
"Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137).
z Refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on the LCD.
Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed.
The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on operation, refer to the next
page.
AttributeIconDetailsSettings
1
Needle position
Stitch width
control
Thread color
display
Display unit
Buzzer
Initial needle
position
Language
Specifies where the needle is positioned when
the sewing machine is stopped.
Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with the
sewing speed controller (page 58).
Changes the thread color display on the
embroidery screen (page 133).
(When "Thread No.#123" is selected)
Selects the measurement units that are
displayed (only for embroidering) (page 134).
Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded with
each operation (page 163).
1
Selects whether "
3
"
Straight stitch (middle)" that is
automatically selected when the machine is
turned on.
Allows the language used in the screens to be
changed.
Straight stitch (left)" or
Down Up
Thread color/Time to
embroider/Needle count/
Thread number (#123)
Embroidery/Country/Madeira
poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/
Robison Anton
mm/INCH
English/German/French/
Italian/Dutch/Spanish/
Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/
Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/
Russian/Korean/Thai/others
LCD brightnessAdjust the brightness of the LCD (page 163).
Product numberNO.:
Program versionVersion: Display the program version.-
The "NO." is the number for the embroidery and
sewing machine.
LighterDarker
Memo
z The item shown in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of purchase.
Simple explanations can be referred on the LCD
display for the following items.
Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread /
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle
replacement / embroidery unit attachment /
embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot
attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD.
Turn on the sewing machine.
a
X The LCD comes on.
Press (Sewing machine help key) on
b
the display panel.
next page.
If you press (Previous page key), you
return to the previous page.
Press (Back key) to return to the item
selection screen.
Example: Upper threading
1
X The sewing machine help screen appears.
Press the item to be displayed.
c
a Upper threading
b Bobbin winding
c Bobbin installation
d Needle replacement
e Presser foot replacement
f Embroidery foot attachment
g Embroidery frame attachment
h Embroidery unit attachment
This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.
Bobbin precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin.
CAUTION
● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this
sewing machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.
● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other
models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or
bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).
Actual size
11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
This model
Other model
Winding the bobbin
Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.
a
a Bobbin-winding thread guide
b Bobbin winder shaft
c Bobbin
that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch
in the bobbin.
Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into
place.
a
b
a Notch
b Bobbin winder shaft spring
Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of the
c
arrow until it snaps into place.
Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto
e
the spool pin.
Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is
horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front
at the bottom.
Memo
z For embroidering, use the embroidery
bobbin thread.
Note
z If the spool is not positioned so that the
thread unwinds correctly, the thread may
become tangled around the spool pin.
Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin and
f
return the spool pin to its original position.
Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right
as shown, with the rounded side on the left.
1
X(Start/stop button) lights up in orange.
Pick up the spool pin and remove the spool
d
cap that is inserted onto the spool pin.
a
a Spool cap
b Spool pin
b
CAUTION
● If the spool or the spool cap is not
positioned correctly, the thread may
become tangled around the spool pin or
the machine may be damaged.
● Three spool cap 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 machine may be
damaged.
use the small spool cap, and leave a small
space between the cap and the spool.
h
and to the front.
While holding the thread near the spool with
your right hand, pull the thread with your left
hand as shown below.
c
b
a
a Spool cap (small)
b Spool (cross-wound thread)
c Space
z When using thread that winds off quickly,
such as transparent nylon thread or metallic
thread, place the spool net over the spool
before placing the spool of thread onto the
spool pin. If the spool net is too long, fold it
to fit the size of the spool.
When the spool net is used, the upper thread
tension may become tighter. Before sewing,
refer to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page
59).
a
b
a
a Thread guide cover
Pull the thread to the right, pass it under the
i
hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and
then wind the thread counterclockwise under
the pretension disc, pulling it in as far as
possible.
c
d
a Spool net
b Spool
c Spool cap
d Spool pin
Pull the thread from the spool and pass the
g
thread under the hook of thread guide.
a
a Thread guide
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a
a Bobbin-winding thread guide
Make sure that the thread passes under the
pretension disk.
b
c
b Hook
c Pretension disk
d Pull it in as far as possible.
While using your left hand to hold the thread
that was passed through the bobbin-winding
thread guide, use your right hand to wind the
end of the thread.
Wind five or six times.
CAUTION
● Be sure to pull the thread tightly and
wind it clockwise. If the thread is
wound counterclockwise, the thread
may wind around the bobbin winder
shaft.
Pass the end of the thread through the guide
k
slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull
the thread to the right to cut it.
Slide the sewing speed controller to the right.
l
a
a Speed controller
Press(Start/stop button) once.
m
When the foot controller is plugged in, press
down on the foot controller.
a
a Start/stop button
X The bobbin start winding and "Winding
bobbin thread..." is displayed on the LCD
screen.
1
a
a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat
(with built-in cutter)
CAUTION
● Be sure to cut the thread as described. If
the bobbin is wound without cutting the
thread using the cutter built into the slit
in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may
become tangled in the bobbin or the
needle may bend or break when the
bobbin thread starts to run out.
Memo
z Make sure that the thread is correctly set
before starting the bobbin winding.
Otherwise the thread may become tangled
and fail to wind the thread.
Note
z Do not get away from the machine while
winding the bobbin. Make sure that the
bobbin thread is being winded correctly. If
the bobbin thread is winded incorrectly,
press (Start/stop button) or operate the
foot controller immediately to stop the
bobbin winding.
When the bobbin winding stops or becomes
n
slow, press (Start/stop button) once to
stop the machine.
When the foot controller is plugged in, remove
your foot from the foot controller.
X The bobbin winding will stop.
CAUTION
● When the bobbin winding stops or
becomes slow, stop the machine.
Otherwise, the sewing machine may be
damaged.
winder shaft to the left, and then remove the
bobbin from the shaft.
Memo
z If the bobbin winder shaft is set to the right
side, the needle will not move. (Sewing is
impossible.)
Slide the sewing speed controller back to its
p
original position.
■ When the thread became tangled under the
bobbin winder seat.
If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not
passed under the pretension disk of the bobbinwinding thread guide correctly, the thread may
become tangled under the bobbin winder seat.
In such a case, wind off the thread according to the
following procedure.
b
a
a Thread
b Bobbin winder seat
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 of the bobbin
winder presser, otherwise the machine
may be damaged; you cannot wind off the
thread by removing the screw.
Memo
z When the sewing machine is started or the
handwheel is turned after winding the
bobbin, the machine will make a clicking
sound; this is not a malfunction.
a Screw of the bobbin winder presser
If the thread become tangled under the bobbin
a
winder seat, press(Start/stop button) once
to stop the bobbin winding.
When the foot controller is plugged in, remove
your foot from the foot controller.
● Use a bobbin that has been correctly
wound with thread, otherwise the needle
may break or the thread tension will be
incorrect.
a Bobbin-winding thread guide
Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and
c
then remove the bobbin from the shaft.
● The included bobbin was designed
specifically for this sewing machine. If
bobbins from other models are used, the
machine will not operate correctly. Use
only the included bobbin or bobbins of
the same type (part code: SA156, SFB
(XA5539-151)).
1
Hold the thread end with your left hand, and
d
wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin
with your right hand as shown below.
Wind the bobbin again.
e
Note
z Make sure that the thread passes under the
pretension disk of the bobbin-winding
thread guide correctly (page 24).
Actual size
11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
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Memo
z The order that the bobbin thread should be
passed through the bobbin case is indicated
by marks that surround the bobbin case.