Brother Sewing Machines User Manual

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GETTING READY

SEWING BASICS

UTILITY STITCHES

APPENDIX

Operation Manual

Computerized Sewing Machine

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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 an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine and immediately 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.

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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.

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 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.

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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. Save these instructions.

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

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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.

FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

This sewing machine is not intended to be used by young children, and assistance may be required if used by a person with a disability.

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Contents

 

Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................

1

Introduction ........................................................................................................................

8

Sewing Machine Features ....................................................................................................

8

Accessories..........................................................................................................................

9

Included accessories .........................................................................................................................................

9

Optional accessories .......................................................................................................................................

10

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...................................................................

11

Machine..........................................................................................................................................................

11

Needle and presser foot section ......................................................................................................................

12

Operation buttons ...........................................................................................................................................

12

Operation panel..............................................................................................................................................

13

GETTING READY

15

Turning the Machine On/Off.............................................................................................

16

Power supply precautions ...............................................................................................................................

16

Turning on the machine ..................................................................................................................................

17

Turning off the machine ..................................................................................................................................

17

Understanding the LCD Screens........................................................................................

18

Changing the Machine Settings .........................................................................................

19

Changing the settings ......................................................................................................................................

19

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD ................................................................................................................

21

Winding/Installing the Bobbin...........................................................................................

22

Bobbin precautions .........................................................................................................................................

22

Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................

22

Installing the bobbin .......................................................................................................................................

26

Upper Threading ...............................................................................................................

28

Threading the upper thread .............................................................................................................................

28

Threading the needle ......................................................................................................................................

31

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) ................................................................

33

Using the twin needle .....................................................................................................................................

33

Pulling up the bobbin thread...........................................................................................................................

36

Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................

37

Needle precautions .........................................................................................................................................

37

Needle types and their uses.............................................................................................................................

38

Checking the needle .......................................................................................................................................

39

Replacing the needle.......................................................................................................................................

39

Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................

41

Presser foot precautions ..................................................................................................................................

41

Replacing the presser foot ...............................................................................................................................

41

Removing the presser foot holder ....................................................................................................................

43

Using the optional walking foot ......................................................................................................................

44

Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces....................................................................................

46

Stitching cylindrical pieces..............................................................................................................................

46

Sewing large pieces of fabric...........................................................................................................................

46

SEWING BASICS

49

Sewing...............................................................................................................................

50

General sewing procedure ..............................................................................................................................

50

Positioning the fabric ......................................................................................................................................

51

Starting to sew.................................................................................................................................................

52

Securing the stitching ......................................................................................................................................

54

Cutting the thread ...........................................................................................................................................

56

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Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................

57

Changing the tension of the upper thread........................................................................................................

57

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ..............................................................................

58

Adjusting the stitch width................................................................................................................................

58

Adjusting the stitch length ...............................................................................................................................

59

Useful Functions................................................................................................................

60

Changing the needle stop position ..................................................................................................................

60

Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches................................................................................................

60

Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................

62

Trial sewing ....................................................................................................................................................

62

Changing the sewing direction .................................................................................................................................

62

Sewing curves .................................................................................................................................................

62

Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................

62

Sewing thin fabrics..........................................................................................................................................

63

Sewing stretch fabrics......................................................................................................................................

63

Sewing an even seam allowance.....................................................................................................................

64

UTILITY STITCHES

65

Selecting Stitching .............................................................................................................

66

Selecting stitch types and patterns ...................................................................................................................

66

Selecting stitching ...........................................................................................................................................

67

Overcasting Stitches..........................................................................................................

71

Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” ...................................................................................

71

Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”.............................................................................................

72

Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter ...............................................................................

73

Basic Stitching ...................................................................................................................

75

Basic stitching .................................................................................................................................................

75

Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................

77

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing..................................................................................

79

Buttonhole sewing ..........................................................................................................................................

80

Button sewing .................................................................................................................................................

84

Zipper Insertion.................................................................................................................

86

Inserting a centered zipper ..............................................................................................................................

86

Inserting a side zipper .....................................................................................................................................

88

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ............................................................................

91

Stretch stitching...............................................................................................................................................

91

Elastic attaching ..............................................................................................................................................

91

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ..........................................................................

93

Appliqué stitching ...........................................................................................................................................

94

Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching .....................................................................................................................

95

Piecing............................................................................................................................................................

95

Quilting ..........................................................................................................................................................

96

Free-motion quilting........................................................................................................................................

97

Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller.............................................................................................

98

Reinforcement Stitching ..................................................................................................

100

Triple stretch stitching ...................................................................................................................................

100

Bar tack stitching...........................................................................................................................................

100

Eyelet Stitching................................................................................................................

102

Decorative Stitching........................................................................................................

103

Fagoting ........................................................................................................................................................

104

Scallop stitching............................................................................................................................................

105

Smocking ......................................................................................................................................................

105

Shell tuck stitching ........................................................................................................................................

106

Joining ..........................................................................................................................................................

107

Heirloom stitching ........................................................................................................................................

107

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns.............................................................

110

Sewing beautiful patterns ..............................................................................................................................

110

Sewing patterns.............................................................................................................................................

110

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Combining patterns.......................................................................................................................................

111

Repeat sewing patterns..................................................................................................................................

112

Checking the selected pattern .......................................................................................................................

112

Mirror imaging the pattern ............................................................................................................................

113

Saving patterns..............................................................................................................................................

114

Retrieving a pattern .......................................................................................................................................

115

Realigning the pattern ...................................................................................................................................

116

APPENDIX

119

Stitch Settings..................................................................................................................

120

Utility stitches ...............................................................................................................................................

120

Other stitches................................................................................................................................................

124

Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................

126

Cleaning the machine surface ................................................................................................................................

126

Cleaning the race ..........................................................................................................................................

126

Removing the needle plate............................................................................................................................

127

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................

128

Error messages ..............................................................................................................................................

132

Nothing appears in the LCD..........................................................................................................................

134

Operation beep.............................................................................................................................................

134

Cancelling the operation beep ...............................................................................................................................

134

Index ................................................................................................................................

136

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions” (page 1), 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.

Sewing Machine Features

aEasy upper threading

Since the spool can be installed at the front of the sewing machine, the upper thread can easily be threaded. In addition, the needle can be threaded with a simple operation (page 28).

bOne-touch lower threading

You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 26).

cSimple bobbin-winding

The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 22).

dBuilt-in stitches

You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches, character stitches and decorative stitches.

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Accessories

After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer.

Included accessories

The following items should also be included in the box.

Note

(For U.S.A. only)

z Foot controller: Model T

This foot controller can be used on this machine model NS80.

z The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer.

(Part code: XA4813-051)

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2.

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10.*

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* 75/11 2 needles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90/14 2 needles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle

 

 

 

 

 

 

(gold colored)

 

 

No.

Part Name

 

 

Part Code

No.

Part Name

 

Part Code

 

U.S.A./

Others

U.S.A./

Others

 

 

 

Canada

 

 

 

Canada

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Buttonhole foot “A”

 

 

XC2691-033

16

Spool cap (large)

 

 

130012-054

2

Overcasting foot “G”

 

XC3098-031

17

Spool cap (medium)

 

XE1372-001

3

Monogramming foot “N”

 

XD0810-031

18

Spool cap (small)

 

 

130013-154

4

Zipper foot “I”

 

 

X59370-021

19

Extra spool pin

 

 

XE2241-001

5

Zigzag foot “J” (on machine)

 

XC3021-051

20

Spool net

 

 

XA5523-020

6

Blind stitch foot “R”

 

 

X56409-051

21

Foot controller

 

XD0501-021 (EU area)

7

Button fitting foot “M”

 

130489-001

 

XC8816-021 (other areas)

 

 

 

 

8

Seam ripper

 

 

X54243-051

22

Operation manual

 

 

XE2408-001

9

Bobbin (4)

 

SA156

SFB (XA5539-151)

23

Quick reference guide

 

XE2416-001

10

Needle set

 

 

X58358-021

24

Accessory bag

 

 

XC4487-021

11

Twin needle

 

 

X59296-121

25

Disc-shaped screwdriver

 

XC1074-051

12

Cleaning brush

 

 

X59476-021

26

Stitch pattern plate

 

 

XE2441-001

13

Eyelet punch

 

 

135793-001

27

Stitch pattern plate holder

 

XE2238-001

14

Screwdriver (large)

 

 

XC8349-051

28

Hard case

 

 

XE2446-001

15

Screwdriver (small)

 

 

X55648-051

 

 

 

 

 

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Attaching the stitch pattern plate

The stitch pattern plate shows the stitches and the stitch numbers. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. Attach the stitch pattern plate to the stitch pattern plate holder, and then attach the holder to the handle of the sewing machine as shown in the illustration below.

Optional accessories

The following are available as optional accessories.

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2.

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9.

 

 

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11.

 

No.

Part Name

 

Part Code

No.

Part Name

 

Part Code

U.S.A./

Others

U.S.A./

Others

 

 

Canada

 

 

Canada

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Side cutter

SA177

F054

7

Non stick foot

SA114

F007N

 

 

 

(XC3879-002)

 

 

 

(XC1949-002)

2

Quilting guide

SA132

F016N

8

Open toe foot

SA147

F027N

 

 

 

(XC2215-002)

 

 

 

(XC1964-002)

3

Wide table

SA552

WT8

9 Stitch guide foot “P”

SA160

F035N

(XE2472-001)

(XC1969-002)

4

Walking foot

SA140

F033N

10 1/4 inch quilting foot

SA125

F001N

(XC2214-002)

(XC1944-052)

5

Quilting foot

SA129

F005N

11

1/4 inch quilting foot with

SA185

F057

 

 

 

(XC1948-002)

 

guide

 

(XC7416-252)

6

Adjustable zipper/piping foot

SA161

F036N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(XC1970-002)

 

 

 

 

Memo

zTo obtain optional accessories or parts, contact the nearest authorized dealership.

zAll specifications are correct at the time of printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice.

zVisit your Brother dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

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Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions

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.

Machine

aBobbin winder (page 22)

Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.

bSpool pin (page 22, 28)

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

cThread tension dial (page 57)

Use the thread tension dial to adjust the tension of the upper thread.

dBobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disk (page 22)

Pass the thread around this thread guide and around the pretension disk when winding the bobbin thread.

eThread take-up lever (page 30)

Slide the thread into the thread take-up lever from the right side of slot to the left side of slot.

fThread cutter (page 56)

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

gFlatbed attachment (page 46)

Store presser feet and bobbins in the flatbed attachment. Remove the flatbed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs.

hOperation buttons (page 12)

Use these buttons and the slider to start the sewing machine and raise and lower the needle.

iOperation panel (page 13)

Use to select stitches and various other stitch settings.

jHandwheel

Turn the handwheel toward you to sew one stitch or to raise or lower the needle.

kMain power switch (page 17)

Use this switch to turn the sewing machine on and off.

lPower supply jack (page 17)

Insert the plug on the power cord into the power supply jack.

mFoot controller jack (page 52)

Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable into the foot controller jack.

nFeed dog position switch (page 85)

Use this switch to lower the feed dogs.

oPresser foot lever (page 28)

Raise and lower this lever to raise and lower the presser foot.

pThread guide (page 24)

Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine.

qThread guide cover (page 24)

Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine.

rAir vent

This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate.

sHandle

Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

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Needle and presser foot section

aNeedle threader lever

Use the needle threader to thread the needle.

bButtonhole lever

Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks.

cPresser foot holder

The presser foot is attached to the presser foot holder.

dPresser foot holder screw

Use the presser foot holder screw to hold the presser foot in place.

ePresser foot

The presser foot applies pressure to the fabric during sewing. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitch.

fNeedle plate cover

Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and race.

gFeed dogs

The feed dogs feed the fabric.

hQuick lower threader

Begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread.

iBobbin cover/race

Remove the bobbin cover to insert the bobbin into the race.

jNeedle plate

The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams.

kNeedle bar thread guide

Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide.

lPresser foot lever

Raise and lower this lever to raise and lower the presser foot.

mNeedle clamp screw

Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place.

Operation buttons

The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.

aStart/stop button

Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a low speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is continuously pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered into the fabric. For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 52).

bReverse/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 54).

cNeedle position button

Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.

dSewing speed controller

Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to adjust the sewing speed.

Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to reduce the sewing speed, or slide the speed controller to the right to increase the sewing speed.

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Operation panel

The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the LCD (liquid crystal display) and keys for specifying various sewing settings.

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C

aLCD (liquid crystal display)

Settings for the selected stitch and error messages for incorrect operations appear in the LCD. Use keys b and f through n, described below, to display various items and select the settings. For details, refer to “Understanding the LCD Screens” (page 18).

bSettings key

Press this key to select sewing settings, such as for left/ right mirror imaging, or other settings such as the operation beep.

cNeedle position key

Press this key to raise or lower the needle.

dAutomatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key

Press this key to select the automatic reverse/ reinforcement stitching setting. Press this key again to cancel the setting.

eNeedle mode selection key (single/twin)

Press this key to select the twin needle sewing setting. Each time this key is pressed, the setting switches between single needle sewing and twin needle sewing.

fStitch width keys

Press or to adjust the stitch width setting.

gStitch length keys

Press or to adjust the stitch length setting.

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6

B

D

Stitch mode keys (h-j)

hPreset utility stitch/saved pattern key

Press this key to select the utility stitch assigned to a numeric key or to retrieve a pattern that has been saved. Each time this key is pressed, the machine switches between the preset utility stitch mode and the saved pattern mode.

iUtility stitch key

Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, blind hem stitch, decorative stitch, satin stitch, or cross-stitch. Use the numeric keys to type in the number of the desired stitch.

jCharacter/utility decorative stitch key

Press this key to select character stitch mode or utility decorative stitch mode, where patterns can be combined. Each time this key is pressed, the machine switches between utility decorative stitch mode and character stitch mode.

kMemory key

Press this key to save stitch patterns, such as combined patterns, in the sewing machine's memory.

lOK key

Press this key to apply the selection or perform the operation.

mCancel/clear key

Press this key to cancel the operation and return to the previous screen.

In addition, pressing this key removes the last pattern added when combining characters or decorative stitches.

nNumeric keys

Use these keys to quickly select one of the ten most often used stitches. When selecting other stitches, use these keys to type in the number of the desired stitch.

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1 GETTING READY

The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.

Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................

16

Power supply precautions ..................................................................................

16

Turning on the machine .....................................................................................

17

Turning off the machine .....................................................................................

17

Understanding the LCD Screens..............................................................................

18

Changing the Machine Settings ...............................................................................

19

Changing the settings .........................................................................................

19

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD...................................................................

21

Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................

22

Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................

22

Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................

22

Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................

26

Upper Threading .....................................................................................................

28

Threading the upper thread................................................................................

28

Threading the needle..........................................................................................

31

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................

33

Using the twin needle ........................................................................................

33

Pulling up the bobbin thread..............................................................................

36

Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................

37

Needle precautions ............................................................................................

37

Needle types and their uses................................................................................

38

Checking the needle...........................................................................................

39

Replacing the needle ..........................................................................................

39

Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................

41

Presser foot precautions.....................................................................................

41

Replacing the presser foot..................................................................................

41

Removing the presser foot holder ......................................................................

43

Using the optional walking foot .........................................................................

44

Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces..........................................................................

46

Stitching cylindrical pieces.................................................................................

46

Sewing large pieces of fabric..............................................................................

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Turning the Machine On/Off

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.

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Turning on the machine

Prepare the included power cord.

aMake sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “”), and then plug the power cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine.

bInsert the plug of the power cord into a household electrical outlet.

aMain power switch

bPower cord

cPress the right side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine (set it to “|”).

XThe sewing lamp and the LCD come on when the machine is turned on.

Turning off the machine

When you are finished using the sewing machine,

 

turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing

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machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.

aMake sure that the machine is not sewing.

bPress the left side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine (set it to “”).

XThe sewing lamp and the LCD go off when the machine is turned off.

cUnplugoutlet. the power cord from the electrical

Grasp the plug when unplugging the power cord.

dUnplugjack. the power cord from the power supply

Note

zIf a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine.

(For U.S.A. only)

zThis 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.

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Understanding the LCD Screens

The LCD screen, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations are performed incorrectly. The LCD displays the following information.

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6

 

 

 

 

 

 

3 4

 

 

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aPresser foot that should be used

bStitch mode

cTwin needle/needle stop position

dAutomatic reverse/reinforcement stitches

eSelected stitch

fStitch length (mm)

gStitch width (mm)

Memo

zFor details on the error messages that appear when an operation is performed incorrectly, refer to “Error messages” (page 132).

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Changing the Machine Settings

Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed.

Changing the settings

The general procedure for changing machine settings is described below.

aTurn on the sewing machine.

X The LCD comes on.

bPresspanel. (Settings key) in the operation

X The settings screen appears.

Press

or

(Stitch length keys) until the

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cstitch or machine attribute that you wish to set

 

is displayed.

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a Stitch length keys

dPress or (Stitch width keys) until the desired setting is selected.

X The setting is changed.

ePresskey). (OK key) or (Cancel/clear

X The initial stitch screen appears again.

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List of stitch or machine attributes

The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on each attribute, refer to the corresponding reference page.

Attribute

Icon

Details

Reference

 

 

 

 

Check pattern

 

Allows combined patterns to be checked.

page 112

 

 

 

 

Mirror imaging

 

Mirror images patterns along a vertical axis.

page 113

 

 

 

 

Repeated/

 

Specifies whether the pattern will be sewn once or

page 112

single sewing

 

repeatedly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Initial needle

 

Select the straight stitch that is automatically selected

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position

 

when the machine is turned on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stitch width

 

Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with the sewing

page 98

control

 

speed controller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Buzzer

 

Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded with each

page 134

 

operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LCD brightness

 

Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.

page 21

 

 

 

 

Vertical pattern

 

Adjusts the up and down position of the pattern.

page 116

adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memo

z The icon shown highlighted above is the default setting.

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Adjusting the brightness of the LCD

The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted.

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aPress (Settings key) in the operation panel, and then press or (Stitch length keys) until is displayed.

XThe screen for changing the brightness of the LCD appears.

bTo make the LCD brighter, press (Stitch width key). To make the LCD darker, press (Stitch width key).

X The brightness of the LCD is changed.

cPresskey). (OK key) or (Cancel/clear

X The initial stitch screen appears again.

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Winding/Installing the Bobbin

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)).

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a

Actual size

 

 

 

 

b

This model

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c Other model

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

d 11.5 mm (7/16 inch)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Winding the bobbin

Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.

a

aHook of the bobbin-winding thread guide

bPretension disk

cBobbin winder shaft

dBobbin

Memo

zThe order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

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aTurn on the sewing machine.

bPlace the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin.

Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place.

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b

aNotch

bBobbin winder shaft spring

cSlide the bobbin winder shaft to the right until it snaps into place.

dRemovespool pin.the spool cap that is inserted onto the

a

b

aSpool pin

bSpool cap

ePlace the spool of thread for the bobbin onto 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.

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If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin.

fSlide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break.

Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small), 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 and the needle may break.

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Memo

zWhen sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.

c b

a

aSpool cap (small)

bSpool (cross-wound thread)

cSpace

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 tension of the upper thread will slightly increase. Be sure to check the thread tension. For details, refer to “Adjusting the Thread Tension” (page 57).

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3

4

aSpool net

bSpool

cSpool cap

dSpool pin

gWhile holding the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread under the thread guide.

hPass the thread under the thread guide cover from the back to the front.

Hold the thread with your right hand so that there is no slack in the thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand.

a

a Thread guide cover

iPull the thread to the right, pass it under the hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and then wind the thread counterclockwise between the discs, pulling it in as far as possible.

aHook of the bobbin-winding thread guide

bPretension disk

Note

zMake sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk.

jWhile 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 clockwise around the bobbin five or six times.

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a Thread guide

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kPass the end of the thread through the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to cut it.

a

a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter)

X The thread is cut to a suitable length.

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 bobbin may not be wound correctly. In addition, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out.

lSlide the sewing speed controller to the right

(for a faster sewing speed).

a Sewing speed controller

mPress (start/stop button) once.

XThe bobbin starts spinning and the thread is wound around the bobbin.

nWhen the bobbin winding becomes slow, press

(start/stop button) once to stop the machine.

CAUTION

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When the bobbin winding becomes slow,

 

stop the machine, otherwise the sewing

 

machine may be damaged.

 

 

 

oCut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the shaft.

pSlide the sewing speed controller back to its original position.

Memo

zWhen 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 start/stop button

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Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

CAUTION

Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

The 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)).

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4

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aActual size

bThis model

cOther model

d11.5 mm (7/16 inch)

Before installing the bobbin or replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Memo

zThe order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

aPress (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle, and then raise the presser foot lever.

a Needle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

cSlide the bobbin cover latch to the right. a b

aBobbin cover

bLatch

X The bobbin cover opens.

dRemove the bobbin cover.

eHold the bobbin with your right hand and hold the end of the thread with your left.

• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.

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fInsert the bobbin with your right hand so that the thread unwinds to the left side, and then pull the thread firmly under the tab with your left hand.

a

a Tab

• Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly.

CAUTION

Be sure to install the bobbin so that the thread unwinds in the correct direction, otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

Memo

zThe order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

gGuide the thread through the slot, and then pull it toward you to cut it with the cutter.

a

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b

aSlot

bCutter

X The cutter cuts the thread.

Make sure that the thread is correctly passed through the flat spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted correctly, reinstall the thread.

a

a Flat spring

hReattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover (A), and then lightly press down on the right side (B).

B

A

X The lower threading is finished.

Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in “Upper Threading” (page 28).

Memo

zYou can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew, pull up the thread according to the procedure in “Pulling up the bobbin thread” (page 36).

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Upper Threading

In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described.

a Spool pin

b Mark on handwheel

CAUTION

When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled and the needle may bend or break.

The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16.

Use appropriate thread and needle combinations. For details on appropriate needle and thread combinations, refer to “Needle types and their uses” (page 38).

Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader.

The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle.

If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to “Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)” (page 33).

Memo

zThe order that the machine should be threaded is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

Threading the upper thread

Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then thread the machine.

aTurn on the sewing machine.

bRaise the presser foot lever.

a Presser foot lever

CAUTION

If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded.

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cPress (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle.

a Needle position button

XThe needle is at the correct height when the mark on the handwheel is at the top, as

shown below. Check the handwheel and, if

this mark is not at this position, press (needle position button) until it is.

a

a Mark on handwheel

dRemovespool pin.the spool cap that is inserted onto the

a

b

aSpool pin

bSpool cap

ePlace the spool of thread onto 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.

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CAUTION

If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break.

fSlide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break.

Three spool cap sizes are available (large, medium and small), 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 and the needle may break.

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