Operation Manual
Sewing Machine
Product Code: 885-X01/X11/X21
888-X01/X11/X21
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these safety instructions
before attempting to use the machine.
DANGER - To
reduce the risk of electric shock:
1 Always 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.
2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet 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
and immediately unplug the power cord.
•When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries.
•When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any 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 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 machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the 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.
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•Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.
•Do not turn on the machine while pressing down the foot controller. The machine may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.
•Switch the 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.
6 This 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.
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 (light-emitting diode) 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 this manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is intended for household use.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 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.
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY
IMPORTANT
•In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse
approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the 
mark, rating as marked on plug.
•Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.
•If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.
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1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING |
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ACCESSORIES ................................................. |
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Optional accessories .......................................... |
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THE MAIN PARTS ........................................... |
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Flat bed attachment ............................................ |
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USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ................ |
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Connecting plugs ............................................... |
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Main power and sewing light switch .................. |
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Foot controller .................................................... |
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Checking the needle ........................................... |
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Replacing the needle .......................................... |
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Changing the presser foot ................................... |
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THE CONTROLS ............................................. |
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Pattern selection dial .......................................... |
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Patterns and stitch names ................................... |
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Reverse sewing lever ........................................ |
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THREADING THE MACHINE ....................... |
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Winding the bobbin ......................................... |
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Lower threading ............................................... |
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Upper threading ............................................... |
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Using the needle threader (for models equipped |
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Drawing up the lower thread ............................ |
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FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE |
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2. SEWING BASICS ...................... |
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Please read before sewing ................................ |
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Starting sewing ................................................. |
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Trial sewing ...................................................... |
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Changing the sewing direction ......................... |
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Sewing thick fabrics ......................................... |
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Sewing thin fabrics ........................................... |
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Sewing stretch fabrics ....................................... |
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Stitching cylindrical pieces ............................... |
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Sewing with a twin needle (Option) ................. |
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Thread tension ................................................. |
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3. BUILT-IN STITCHES ................. |
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Straight stitching ............................................... |
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Zigzag stitching ................................................. |
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Blind hem stitching ........................................... |
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Shell tuck stitching ............................................ |
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Elastic stitching ................................................. |
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Double action stitching ..................................... |
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Decorative stitching .......................................... |
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Making a buttonhole ......................................... |
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Adjusting buttonholes ....................................... |
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Sewing buttons ................................................. |
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Zipper insertion ................................................ |
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Gathering .......................................................... |
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Darning ............................................................ |
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Appliqués ......................................................... |
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................... |
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Using the blind stitch foot ................................. |
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6. APPENDIX ................................ |
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MAINTENANCE ........................................... |
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Restrictions on oiling ........................................ |
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Precautions on storing the machine .................. |
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Cleaning ........................................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING .................................. |
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INDEX .......................................................... |
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1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
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ACCESSORIES
We have designed these accessories to help you easily perform most sewing tasks.
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Zigzag foot “J” |
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Buttonhole foot “A” |
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Zipper foot “I” |
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Darning Plate |
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Button sewing foot “M” |
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Bobbin |
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Oval screwdriver |
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● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model.
Optional accessories
The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately. Depending on the model you purchased, the following accessory may be included with your machine.
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Walking Foot |
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1/4-inch Quilting Foot |
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THE MAIN PARTS
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1Bobbin winder (Page 11)
This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread.
2Spool pin (Page 11, 15)
This holds the spool of thread.
3Upper tension-control dial (Page 25)
This controls the tension of the upper thread.
4Thread guide (Page 11, 15)
This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine.
5 Thread take-up lever (Page 16)
6Thread cutter (Page 22)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.
7Needle threader (Page 17)
(This is only available on certain models.)
8Quick-set bobbin (Page 14, 19)
(This is only available on certain models.)
9Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5)
0 Presser foot (Page 8)
AReverse sewing lever (Page 10)
Push this lever to stitch in the reverse direction.
BPattern selection dial (Page 9)
Rotate the dial in either direction to choose the stitch you want.
CHandwheel
Used to manually raise and lower the needle.
D Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 31)
EMain power and sewing light switch (Page 7)
You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off.
FFoot controller jack / socket (Page 6)
Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply.
GPresser foot lever (Page 15)
Used to raise and lower the presser foot.
HFoot controller (Page 7)
You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing.
Foot Controller:
Model KD-1902 for 110-120V area
KD-1902 for 110-127V area (Brazil only) Model KD-2902 for 220-240V area
The foot controller part code differs depending on the country or region. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.
Flat bed attachment
The accessories can be stored in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment.
1 Slideopen theit. flat bed attachment to the left to
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USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
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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.
Connecting plugs
1Connect the foot controller plug to the machine.
2Connectoutlet. the power supply plug to a wall
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●If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the main power and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine.
(For U.S.A. only)
●This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric 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.
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Main power and sewing light switch
This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off.
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1 Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark)
2 Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark)
CAUTION
●Do not turn on the machine while pressing down the foot controller. The machine may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.
Foot controller
When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. When you press harder, the machine’s speed will increase. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will stop.
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You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use.
CAUTION
●Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to build up on the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.
Note
(For U.S.A. only)
●Foot Controller: Model KD-1902
This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-X11, 885-X21 and 888-X11. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate.
Checking the needle
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing.
■Checking the needle correctly
Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the needle from the top and the sides. Dispose of any bent needles safely.
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1 Parallel space
2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
Replacing the needle
CAUTION
●Always turn off the machine before you change the needle. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
●Only use sewing machine needles for home use. Other needles may bend or break and cause injury.
●Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and cause injury.
1Turn off the machine.
2Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.
3Lower the presser foot lever.
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●Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to prevent the needle from falling into the hole in the needle plate.
4Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use an oval screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle.
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2 Needle clamp screw
•Do not use excessive force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged.
5With the flat side of the needle toward the back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the needle clamp using an oval screwdriver.
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Install the twin needle in the same way.
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Changing the presser foot
CAUTION
●Always turn off the machine before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured.
●Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.
●Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. Using any other presser foot may cause accident or injury.
You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how.
1Turn off the machine. Raise the presser foot lever.
2Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.
3Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder to release the presser foot.
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4Put a different presser foot on the needle plate so that the bar on the presser foot is in line with the slot on the shank.
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5Lower the presser foot lever and fix the presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.
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CAUTION
●If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may strike the presser foot, which may bend or break the needle and cause injury.
THE CONTROLS
Pattern selection dial
CAUTION
●When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged.
To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction.
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Reverse sewing lever
You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams.
To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward.
The length of reverse stitches is fixed at 2 mm (1/16 inch).
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1 Reverse sewing lever
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE |
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THREADING THE MACHINE
Winding the bobbin
CAUTION
●We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine.
Actual size
11.5 mm (7/16 inch)
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1 Pull the thread in completely.
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1 Pre-tension disk |
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1Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin.
2While holding the thread from the spool with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the groove on the thread guide. Then, pass the thread around the pre-tension disk and pull the thread in completely.
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1 Pre-tension disk
CAUTION
●If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin.
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3Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin.
4Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the notch of the bobbin.
•Make sure to pull out 7 to 10 cm (3-4 inches) of thread from the hole on the bobbin.
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CAUTION
●Pull the thread taut and hold the end of the thread straight up. If the thread is too short, not pulled taut or held at an angle, injuries may occur when the thread is wound around the bobbin.
5 Turn on the machine.
CAUTION
●Do not turn on the machine while pressing down the foot controller. The machine may start unexpectedly and cause personal injury or damage to the machine.
6While holding the end of the thread, gently press the foot controller to wind
the thread around the bobbin a few times. |
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7Trim the excess thread above the bobbin.
•Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the bobbin.
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1 1 cm (1/2 inch)
CAUTION
●Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break.
8 Press the foot controller to start.
9When the bobbin seems full and begins spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller.
0Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin.
Note
●When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction.
●The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right.
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
CAUTION
●Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle.
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Lower threading
Install the bobbin wound with thread.
•For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see page 14.
CAUTION
●Make sure you turn off the machine while threading. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could be injured.
1Prepare the bobbin wound properly before threading the lower thread.
•See page 11 for the details about bobbin winding.
2Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever.
3Remove the bobbin cover by sliding it and lift toward you.
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1 Bobbin cover
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4Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the direction shown by the arrow.
CAUTION
●Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle.
5Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin down with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown.
•If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension.
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1 Tension-adjusting spring
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