Brother PQ-1500 User Manual
SEWING MACHINE
PQ1500
OPERATION MANUAL
“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”
“Read all instructions before using.”
When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken,
including the following:
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock.
● The sewing machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.
● Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 120V 15 watts for 120V model or rated 240V 15watts for 220-240V model.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.
● Do not allow this sewing machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the sewing machine is used by or near children.
● Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
● Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the
sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
● Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint,
dust, and loose cloth.
● Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
● Do not use outdoors.
● Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
● To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol “O” position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet.
● Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
● Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
● Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
● Do not use bent needles.
● Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
● Turn off power to the machine by flipping the ON/OFF switch to the symbol “O” before making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading the needle,
changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc.
● Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the
instruction manual.
● This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
● Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.
CAUTION 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.
“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”
“This sewing machine is intended for household use.”
CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING
A BROTHER SEWING MACHINE
Your machine is the 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 operation
● Be sure to watch the needle while sewing. Do not touch moving parts such as the balance wheel, thread take-up or needle while the machine is operating.
● Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:
●
Operation is completed
●
Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts
●
A power failure occurs during use
●
Maintaining the machine
●
Leaving the machine unattended
● Do not place anything on the foot controller.
● Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.
For a longer service life
● When storing your sewing machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store the sewing machine beside a space heater, iron, 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.
● Do not drop or hit the machine.
● Always consult the operation manual when replacing any accessories, the presser feet, needle or other parts to assure correct installation.
For repair or adjustment
In the event that 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 nearest authorized Brother service center.
CONTENTS
Accessories .......................................................................1
Name of Parts ....................................................................2
Before You Begin ..............................................................3
Tension Dial ..............................................................3
Power Cord and Foot Controller ...............................3
Power Switch ............................................................3
Hand Wheel ..............................................................3
Stitch Length Regulator ............................................3
Reverse stitch lever ..................................................3
Presser Foot Lift Lever..............................................4
Knee Lift....................................................................4
Pressure Adjustment Dial .........................................4
Thread Cutter Button ................................................5
Needle Stop Position Button.....................................5
Light Switch...............................................................5
Feed Dog Adjustment Knob......................................5
Changing Needles and Light Bulb...................................6
Changing the Needle ................................................6
Changing the Feed Pin .............................................6
Changing Light Bulbs................................................6
Threading...........................................................................7
Bobbin Winding.........................................................7
Bobbin Insertion ........................................................8
Upper Threading .......................................................9
Using the Automatic Needle Threader......................9
How to Pull Out the Bobbin Thread ........................10
Stitch Samples and Needle Chart..................................11
Stitch Samples ........................................................11
Thread Tension.......................................................11
Changing Presser Feet ...................................................12
Changing Presser Feet ...........................................12
Presser Feet ...........................................................12
Basic Sewing ...................................................................13
Basic Sewing ..........................................................13
Pin Feeding (for hard-to-handle fabrics) .................13
Pin Feeding Unit .....................................................13
Rolled Hem Foot .....................................................14
Zipper Foot..............................................................15
Invisible Zipper Foot................................................16
1/4” Foot..................................................................16
Quilting Foot............................................................17
Walking Foot ...........................................................17
Lining ......................................................................18
Seam Guide ............................................................18
Caring for Your Machine ................................................19
Cleaning the Machine .............................................19
Lubrication Points ...................................................19
Trouble Shooting ............................................................20
CONTENTS
Accessories
Names of
Parts
Before You
Begin
Needles and
Light Bulb
Changing
Threading
Samples and
Needle Chart
Stitch
Presser Feet
Changing
Sewing
Basic
Caring for
Machine
Your
Shooting
Trouble
Accessories
1234
5678
9101112
13 14 15 16
17 18
21
22
19 20
No. Part Name Part Code
1 Cover XA0917-052
2 Medium Screwdriver 125877-001
3 Small Screwdriver 125878-001
4 Cleaning Brush XA4527-001
5 Knee Lift XA0830-001
6 Needles and Case 1 Size 9
(ORGAN HLX5) 2 Size 11
1 Size 14 X80805-001
1 Size 16
1 Ballpoint Needle
7 Lining Plate Screw (2) 062670-812
8 Fabric Separator 184720-001
9 Feed Pin 138483-001
10 Feed Pin Changer 117934-009
11 General Purpose Foot XA1425-001
12 Bobbin (5) SA159
13 Spool Cap XA2111-000
14 Rolled Hem Foot X57138-001
15 Zipper Foot 112797-001
16 Invisible Zipper Foot 148475-001
17 1/4” Foot XA7258-001
18 Quilting Foot XA7255-101
19 Walking Foot XA7253-001
20 Seam Guide XA7256-001
21 Foot Controller XA3931-051
Optional Accessories
22 Fabric Extension Table SA506
Note
Foot controller: Model N5V
This foot controller can be used for sewing machine
model PQ1500.
CONTENTS
Accessories
Names of
Parts
Before You
Begin
Needles and
Light Bulb
Changing
Threading
Samples and
Needle Chart
Stitch
Presser Feet
Changing
Sewing
Basic
Caring for
Machine
Your
Shooting
Trouble
1
Names of Parts
CONTENTS
Pressure Adjustment Dial
(Page 4)
Light Switch
(Page 5)
Thread Trimmer
Sewing Area
Light (Page 6)
Automatic Needle
Threader (Page 9 and 10)
Feed Dogs
(Page 5 and 13)
Three Holed
Thread Guide (Page 9)
Thread Cutter
Button (Page 5)
Tension Dial
(Page 3 and 11)
Thread Guide Bar
(Page 7)
Stitch Length
Regulator (Page 3)
Indicator Lamp
Needle Stop Position
Button (Page 5)
Reverse Stitch
Lever (Page 3)
Feed Dog Adjustment
Knob (Page 5)
Foot Controller Jack
(Page 3)
Knee Lift
(Page 4)
Bobbin Winder
(Page 7)
Hand Wheel
(Page 3)
Power Switch
(Page 3)
Power Socket
(Page 3)
Air Vents
Handle
Spool Cushion
(Page 7)
Thread Guide for
Bobbin Winding (Page 7)
Presser Foot Lifter
(Page 4)
Spool Pin
(Page 7)
Accessories
Names of
Parts
Before You
Begin
Needles and
Light Bulb
Changing
Threading
Samples and
Needle Chart
Stitch
Presser Feet
Changing
Sewing
Basic
Caring for
Machine
Your
2
Shooting
Trouble
Before You Begin (1)
Tension Dial
Upper Thread Tension
CONTENTS
Hand Wheel
● When tighter tension is desired,
turn the tension dial to the right.
Upper and bobbin threads will
Loosen Tighten
meet on right side of the fabric.
● When looser tension is desired,
turn tension dial to the left. Upper
and lower threads will then meet
on wrong side of fabric.
Tension Block
Power Cord and Foot Controller
Note
Please use common household
current.
● Plug in cord.
● Plug foot controller into machine.
Note
Foot controller: Model N5V
This foot controller can be used for
sewing machine model PQ1500.
Power Switch
● Flip power switch to “I” position to
turn on.
● To switch power off, flip switch to
“O” position.
Power Cord
Foot Controller
Power Switch
I
O
● Position needle using hand
wheel.
✽ Always turn hand wheel towards
you.
Stitch Length Regulator
● Adjust desired stitch length using
stitch regulator dial.
Reverse Stitch Lever
● Sewing in reverse is possible
when the reverse stitch lever is in
the lowered position.
✽ Make sure to push the lever all
the way down when reverse sewing is desired.
✽ Stitch length for reverse stitches
is set for at least 5 mm.
Stitch length
Reference Mark
1
7
6
2
3
4
5
Stitch Length Regulator
Hand Wheel
Lower number
= shorter stitches
Higher number
= longer stitches
Reverse Stitch
Lever
Accessories
Names of
Parts
Before You
Begin
Needles and
Light Bulb
Changing
Threading
Samples and
Needle Chart
Stitch
Presser Feet
Changing
Sewing
Basic
Caring for
Machine
Your
Shooting
Trouble
3
Presser Foot Lift Lever
Pressure Adjustment Dial
CONTENTS
Pressure Adjustment Dial
● Lowering the presser foot lift lever lowers the sewing foot down
onto the fabric and engages the
tension function.
✽ When working with heavy fabrics
or other fabrics that don’t slide
easily under the foot, raise the
presser foot lever to position the
fabric.
Knee Lift
● Using the convenient knee lift enables you to lift the presser foot
easily leaving your hands free to
work with the fabric.
Setting up the knee control.
Presser Foot
Lift Lever
Knee Lift
● Turning the pressure adjustment
dial raises and lowers the pressure indicator needle.
See also: “Feed Dog Adjustment
Knob” on page 5.
Pressure indicator
needle
Accessories
Names of
Parts
Before You
Begin
Needles and
Light Bulb
Changing
Threading
Samples and
Needle Chart
Stitch
Presser Feet
Changing
Sewing
Basic
✽ Push the knee lift all the way in.
4
Caring for
Machine
Your
Shooting
Trouble
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