Brother ULT2002D User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

Read all instructions before using.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

2. Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12V 5 watts.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy . Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.

2. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

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 dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8. To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol “ ” position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet.

9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10.Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.

11.Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12.Do not use bent needles.

13.Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

14.Switch the machine to the symbol “ ” position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.

15.Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

16.This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

17.Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended for household use.

Introduction A-1

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.

IMPORTANT

If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.

NOTE

The plug served from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. 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.

WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER ‘E’, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR YELLOW.

The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue Neutral Brown Live

As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured black or blue.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured red or brown.

A-2 Introduction

CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE

Your machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, we suggest that you study the manual.

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

For safe operation

1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the pulley , thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts.

2. 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.

3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.

4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.

For a longer service life

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Do not drop or hit the machine.

4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

For repair or adjustment

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.

For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com

Introduction A-3

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE

Special Features

- On screen sewing advisor gives advice about sewing and general machine use, in addition to illustrated step-by-step instructions on the large LCD display.

- Machine sets thread tension automatically - no more bothersome trial sewing.

- Prepare the bobbin thread for sewing with one touch - no need to pull the bobbin thread up through the needle plate.

- Attach the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot without using your hands - convenient for quilting and patchwork.

- Wind the bobbin easily, even while the machine is embroidering.

Utility Stitches

There are 107 pre-programmed stitches in the machine, for garment construction or mending.

Character/Decorative Stitches

Sew alphabetical character patterns, decorative stitch patterns, satin stitch patterns, cross stitch patterns, and more.

A-4 Introduction

Attach the embroidery unit to enjoy sewing realistic embroidery patterns. Choose from the alphabetic (character) patterns, built-in designs, or decorative borders to frame your patterns pre-programmed into the machine, or choose from a wide selection of embroidery cards (sold separately) to increase creativity.

Embroidery

Select the “Embroidery” function icon to choose a pattern and sew it as it appears on the screen.

Embroidery Editing

You can combine characters and patterns, or change the configuration of characters easily with the “Embroidery Edit” functions.

Introduction A-5

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine for the first time. If you want to sew utility stitches or character/ decorative stitches, read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, then go on to Chapter 3 (Sewing Utility Stitches) or Chapter 4 (Sewing Character/Decorative Stitches).

When you are ready to begin using the embroidery function after reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, proceed to Chapter 5 (Embroidery). Once you understand the steps explained in Chapter 5, go on to Chapter 6 for an explanation about the convenient embroidery edit functions.

In the screens that appear in the step-by-step directions the parts that are used for the operation are shown in . Compare the screen in the directions with the actual screen, and carry out the

operation. If, while using the machine, you experience something you do not understand, or there is a func-

tion you would like to know more about, refer to the index at the back of the operation manual in conjunction with the table of contents to find the section of the manual you should refer to.

Chapter 3

To sew utility stitches

Sewing Utility Stitches

To sew character or decorative stitches

To do machine embroidery

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 4 Sewing Character/ Decorative Stitches

Chapter 5 Embroidery

Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit

A-6 Introduction

CONTENTS

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE

Special Features

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Chapter 1 Setting Up

PRINCIPAL PARTS AND THEIR

OPERATION......................................... 1-1

Principal Parts ....................................... 1-1

■ Embroidery Unit ............................. 1-2

■ Hard Case ...................................... 1-2

■ Embroidery Unit Storage Case ........ 1-2

■ Operation Buttons .......................... 1-3

■ Balance Wheel ............................... 1-4

■ Presser Foot Lever .......................... 1-4

■ Sewing Speed Controller ................ 1-4

■ Bobbin Winder Button.................... 1-4

■ Top Cover....................................... 1-5

■ Supplemental Spool Pin ................. 1-5

■ Free Arm ........................................ 1-5

■ Feed Dog Position Switch............... 1-6

■ Presser Foot Dial ............................ 1-6

■ Knee Lifter ...................................... 1-6

■ Foot Controller ............................... 1-7

Included Accessories............................. 1-8

Options............................................... 1-10

■

When Using the Multi-thread Stand

BASIC OPERATION............................ 1-12

Connecting the Power......................... 1-12

Viewing the LCD Display.................... 1-13

■ Key Functions............................... 1-14

Using the LCD Display........................ 1-16

Adjusting Screen Brightness ................ 1-16

Choosing the Display Language .......... 1-18

Using the Machine Settings Key .......... 1-19

Using the Machine Operations Key..... 1-20

■ Contents of Other Categories........ 1-22

Using the Pattern Explanation Key....... 1-24

Bobbin Winding/Lower Threading ...... 1-25

■

Winding the Bobbin During Sewing

Setting the Bobbin............................... 1-31

Upper Threading................................. 1-32

■ Using the Spool Net ..................... 1-37

Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread............. 1-38

Changing the Presser Foot................... 1-39

■ Removing the Presser Foot ........... 1-39

■ Attaching the Presser Foot ............ 1-39

1-10

1-29

■ Attaching the Walking Foot .......... 1-40

■

Reattaching the Presser Foot Holder ...

Changing the Needle .......................... 1-43

■ About the Needle ......................... 1-45

■

Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations ..

1-42

1-45

Chapter 2 Getting Ready to Sew

TRIAL SEWING..................................... 2-1

Basic Sewing......................................... 2-1

Sewing Reinforcement Stitches.............. 2-3

Changing Sewing Direction................... 2-3

Sewing Curves ...................................... 2-3

Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics................. 2-4

Sewing Lightweight Fabrics ................... 2-4

Using the Twin Needle Mode................ 2-5

STITCH SETTINGS................................ 2-8

Setting Stitch Width for Zigzag Stitch

Patterns................................................. 2-8

Setting the Stitch Length........................ 2-9

■ Stitch Pattern Width/

Stitch Length Settings Table .......... 2-10

Setting the Thread Tension .................. 2-13

■ Proper Thread Tension.................. 2-13

MACHINE FUNCTION SETTINGS...... 2-14

Automatic Reinforcement Stitching ..... 2-14

Using the Automatic Thread Cutter ..... 2-15

Chapter 3 Sewing Utility

Stitches

QUICK REFERENCE TABLE................... 3-1

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES............ 3-9

Selecting a Stitch Pattern....................... 3-9

■ Stitch Selection Screens ................ 3-10

■ Using the Mirror Image Key...........3-11

■

Saving Your Preferred Stitch Settings

Using the Sewing Type Selection Key .. 3-13

SEWING THE STITCHES..................... 3-16

Straight Stitches................................... 3-16

■ Changing the Needle Position (Left Needle Position Patterns Only)

Basting ................................................ 3-19

Zigzag Stitches .................................... 3-20

3-12

3-18

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Index

■

Overcasting (Using a Zigzag Stitch)

■ Appliqué (Using a Zigzag Stitch) .. 3-21

■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) .......... 3-21

■

Sewing Curves

(Using a Zigzag Stitch) ...................

Elastic Zigzag Stitches ......................... 3-22

■ Tape Attaching ............................. 3-22

■ Overcasting .................................. 3-22

Overcasting......................................... 3-23

■

Overcasting Using Presser Foot “G”

■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J” 3-24

■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter 3-25

Quilting .............................................. 3-28

■ Piecing ......................................... 3-29

■ Quilting........................................ 3-30

■ Appliqué ...................................... 3-31

■ Quilting with Satin Stitches .......... 3-33

Blind Hem Stitches.............................. 3-35

■

If the Needle Does not Catch the

Fold ...............................................

■ If the Needle Catches Too Much

of the Fold.................................... 3-36

Appliqué............................................. 3-37

■ Sewing Sharp Curves .................... 3-38

Shelltuck Stitches ................................ 3-39

Scallop Stitches................................... 3-41

Patchwork Stitches.............................. 3-42

Smocking Stitches ............................... 3-44

Fagoting.............................................. 3-46

Tape or Elastic Attaching ..................... 3-47

Heirloom ............................................ 3-49

■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy stitch) ...... 3-49

■ Hemstitching (2) (Drawn work) .... 3-50

■ Hemstitching (3) ........................... 3-52

Buttonholes......................................... 3-53

■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics.................. 3-56

■

Odd Shaped Buttons/Buttons that do not Fit into the Button Holder Plate..

Darning............................................... 3-57

Bar Tacks ............................................ 3-59

Button Sewing..................................... 3-61

■ Attaching 4 Hole Buttons ............. 3-62

■ Attaching a Shank to the Button ... 3-63

Eyelet.................................................. 3-63

Multi-directional Sewing

(Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) ........ 3-65

Zipper Insertion................................... 3-67

■ Centered Zipper ........................... 3-67

■ Inserting a Side Zipper.................. 3-68

3-20

3-21

3-23

3-36

3-56

Chapter 4 Sewing Character/

Decorative Stitches

SELECTING A STITCH PATTERN .......... 4-1

Decorative Stitch Patterns ..................... 4-2

7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns ............ 4-3

Satin Stitch Patterns............................... 4-3

7mm Satin Stitch Patterns...................... 4-4

Cross Stitch ........................................... 4-4

Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns........... 4-5

Alphabetical Characters ........................ 4-6

■ If You Make a Mistake Selecting the

Character ....................................... 4-7

SEWING CHARACTER/DECORATIVE

STITCH PATTERNS ............................... 4-8

Sewing Attractive Finishes..................... 4-8

Basic Sewing of Character/

Decorative Stitches ............................... 4-9

Making Stitch Pattern Adjustments .......4-11

EDITING CHARACTER/DECORATIVE

STITCH PATTERNS ............................. 4-13

■ Key Functions............................... 4-14

Changing the Size of the Stitch Patterns . Changing the Stitch Pattern Length

(for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only).... 4-16

Creating a Vertical Mirror Image ......... 4-16

Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image..... 4-16

Sewing Pattern Continuously............... 4-17

■

When Sewing the Pattern Continuously

■ When Sewing Single Stitches........ 4-17

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS....... 4-18

Before Combining Stitch Patterns ........ 4-18

Combining Decorative Stitch and

Character Stitch Patterns ..................... 4-18

Combining Large and Small Stitch

Patterns............................................... 4-20

Combining Horizontal Mirror Image

Stitch Patterns ..................................... 4-21

Combining Stitch Patterns of Different

Lengths ............................................... 4-22

Making Step Stitch Patterns

(for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only).... 4-23

■ More Examples............................. 4-25

Checking Combined Stitch Patterns..... 4-26

MEMORY FUNCTIONS ...................... 4-27

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Index

CONTENTS

Saving Stitch Patterns .......................... 4-27

■

If You Can Not Save the Stitch Pattern

Retrieving Saved Stitch Patterns........... 4-31

4-28

Chapter 5 Embroidery

PREPARING TO EMBROIDER............... 5-1

Before Beginning................................... 5-1

■ Copyright Information .................... 5-1

■ About the Embroidery Unit............. 5-1

■ About Embroidery Cards

(Sold Separately)............................. 5-1

■ About Floppy Disks ........................ 5-2

BASIC EMBROIDERY............................ 5-3

Attaching Embroidery Foot “Q”............. 5-4

Attaching the Embroidery Unit.............. 5-5

■ Removing the Embroidery Unit ...... 5-7

SELECTING PATTERNS......................... 5-8

One Point Patterns ................................ 5-9

Character Patterns ................................5-11

Floral Alphabet Patterns ...................... 5-13

Frame Patterns .................................... 5-15

Selecting Patterns from an Embroidery

Card.................................................... 5-17

Selecting a Pattern from a Floppy Disk (Only for Machines with Floppy Disk Drives) ..

VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ....... 5-19

PREPARING THE EMBROIDER Y

FRAME................................................ 5-20

Attaching a Stabilizer Material to the

Fabric.................................................. 5-20

Setting the Fabric in the Embroidery

Frame.................................................. 5-21

■ Inserting the Fabric ....................... 5-22

■ Using the Embroidery Sheet ......... 5-23

Attaching the Embroidery Frame ......... 5-24

■ Removing the Embroidery Frame.. 5-25

DETERMINING THE PATTERN

POSITION .......................................... 5-26

Changing the Pattern Position ............. 5-26

Checking the Pattern’s Position ........... 5-27

Previewing the Completed Pattern ...... 5-28

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN 5-29

5-18

Sewing Attractive Finishes................... 5-29

■ Needle Plate Cover ...................... 5-29

Basic Embroidery Method ................... 5-30

■

Embroidering Order for Pattern Parts Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use

Appliqué ............................................. 5-33

■ Directions for Appliqué ................ 5-33

ADJUSTMENTS DURING

THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS ............. 5-35

The Bobbin Runs Out of Thread.......... 5-35

The Thread Breaks During Sewing ...... 5-36

Sewing Again from the Beginning ....... 5-38

Continuing Embroidery After Turning off

the Power............................................ 5-39

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ..

Adjusting Thread Tension .................... 5-40

■ Correct Thread Tension ................ 5-40

■ If the Upper Thread Tension is Too

Strong........................................... 5-40

■ If the Upper Thread Tension is Too

Weak............................................ 5-41

Adjusting the Embroidery Speed.......... 5-41

Changing the Thread Color Display .... 5-42

Changing the Embroidery Frame

Display ............................................... 5-43

REVISING THE PATTERN ................... 5-44

■ Key Functions............................... 5-44

Changing the Size of the Pattern.......... 5-45

Rotating the Pattern............................. 5-46

Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image..... 5-46

Changing the Density of a Pattern (Character and Border Patterns Only).. 5-47 Changing the Colors of Character

Patterns............................................... 5-48

MEMORY FUNCTION........................ 5-49

Saving Embroidery Patterns ................. 5-49

■ Saving a Pattern............................ 5-49

■ If You Can Not Save the Pattern .... 5-50

Retrieving Patterns from Memory ........ 5-53

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS ........... 5-55

Aligning the Left Side of a Pattern and

Sewing ................................................ 5-55

Connecting Characters ........................ 5-56

Embroidering an Outline of a Pattern .. 5-58

.. 5-32

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Index

CONTENTS

Using a Frame Pattern to Make

Appliqué (1)........................................ 5-59

Using a Frame Pattern to Make

Appliqué (2)........................................ 5-60

Embroidering Small Fabrics or Fabric

Edges .................................................. 5-62

Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit

Functions

EXPLANATION OF THE EDITING

FUNCTIONS......................................... 6-1

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT .......... 6-2

Selecting Character Patterns.................. 6-5

EDITING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS ..... 6-8

■ Key Functions................................. 6-8

Moving the Pattern................................ 6-9

Rotating the Pattern............................. 6-10

Changing the Size of the Pattern...........6-11

Deleting the Pattern ............................ 6-12

Changing the Thread Color ................. 6-13

Changing the Configuration of Character

Patterns............................................... 6-15

Changing Character Spacing ............... 6-16

Changing the Color of Each Character

in a Pattern.......................................... 6-17

ADJUSTING PATTERNS AFTER EDITING ..

6-18

ENTERING STITCH DATA .................... 7-3

Creating Stitch Data .............................. 7-3

Editing Stitch Data................................. 7-6

■ Moving a Point ............................... 7-7

■ Moving Part or All of the Design..... 7-8

■ Inserting New Points ...................... 7-9

MEMORY FUNCTIONS ...................... 7-11

Storing the custom design ....................7-11

Retrieving a Stitch Design That Has Been

Saved .................................................. 7-13

Chapter 8

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB ............ 8-1

CLEANING THE MACHINE .................. 8-2

■ Cleaning the LCD Screen ............... 8-2

■ Cleaning the Machine Casing ......... 8-2

■ Cleaning the Race and Shuttle ........ 8-2

CLEANING THE FLOPPY DISK DRIVE

HEADS ................................................. 8-4

Care and Maintenance

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN .................... 9-1

ADJUSTING THE TOUCH PANEL ........ 9-2

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COMBINING AND EDITING PATTERNS .. SEWING COMBINED EMBROIDERY

PATTERNS .......................................... 6-28

ADJUSTING EDITED PATTERNS ........ 6-30

MEMORY FUNCTIONS ...................... 6-32

Saving Edited Patterns ......................... 6-32

■ Saving a Pattern............................ 6-32

■ If You Can Not Save the Pattern .... 6-33

Retrieving Saved Patterns .................... 6-36

Chapter 7

DESIGNING THE STITCH .................... 7-1

MY CUSTOM STITCH

6-20

USING THE “TROUBLESHOOTING”

FUNCTION .......................................... 9-4

MAKING MINOR MACHINE

ADJUSTMENTS..................................... 9-5

ERROR MESSAGES ............................. 9-10

■ Alarm Sounds ............................... 9-15

Appendix

SPECIFICATIONS.................................. A-1

Index

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Index

Chapter 1 Setting Up

PRINCIPAL PARTS AND THEIR OPERATION

Principal Parts

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CONTENTS

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1 Needle threader lever ............. (P.1-35)

2 Presser foot dial ........................ (P.1-6)

3 Thread cutter ............................(P.1-3)

4 Presser foot holder ........ (P.1-39, 1-42)

5 Presser foot ............................... (P.1-8)

6 Feed dogs ................................. (P.1-6)

7 Bobbin cover .......................... (P.1-31)

8 Flat bed attachment with accessory com-

partment ............................(P.1-5, 1-8)

9 “Start/Stop” button .................... (P.1-3)

= “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button

................................................. (P.1-3)

A “Needle Position” button .......... (P.1-3)

B “Thread Cutter” button .............. (P.1-3)

C Sewing speed controller ............ (P.1-4)

D “Bobbin Winder” button ........... (P.1-4)

E Feed dog position switch .......... (P.1-6)

F L.C.D. (liquid crystal display) .. (P.1-13)

G Spool cap ...................... (P.1-25, 1-33)

H Spool pin ...................... (P.1-25, 1-33)

I Bobbin winder ........................ (P.1-27)

J Thread guide for bobbin winding

............................................... (P.1-27)

K Supplemental spool pin ............ (P.1-5)

L Knee lifter mounting slot ........... (P.1-6)

M Knee lifter ................................. (P.1-6)

N Handle

O Balance wheel .......................... (P.1-4)

P Embroidery card slot ............... (P.5-17)

Q Floppy disk drive slot .............. (P.5-18)

R Foot controller jack ................... (P.1-7)

S Main power switch ................. (P.1-12)

T Cord jack ................................ (P.1-12)

U Foot controller .......................... (P.1-7)

V Needle clamp screw ............... (P.1-44)

W Buttonhole lever .. (P.3-55, 3-58, 3-60)

X Presser foot lever ....................... (P.1-4)

Y Air vent

Setting Up 1-1

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CONTENTS

■ Embroidery Unit

1 Main power switch 2 Power cord

CAUTION

• When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.

• When servicing the machine, or when removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine or the electrical set must be unplugged.

• For U.S.A. only This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade

wider than the other). T o 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.

1 Carriage 2 Release button 3 Embroidery unit connection 4 Embroidery frame holder

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■ Hard Case ■ Embroidery Unit Storage Case

1-2 Setting Up

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CONTENTS

■ Operation Buttons

START STOP

“Thread Cutter” Button

Press this button after sewing to automatically trim the excess thread.

CAUTION

Do not repeat thread cutting after the threads are cut. The thread may tangle or the needle may break, resulting in damage.

CAUTION

• Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button when there is no fabric in the machine or during machine operation. The thread may tangle resulting in damage.

• When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread, or other specialty threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine.

“Needle Position” Button

Use this button when changing sewing direction or for detailed sewing in small areas. Press this button to raise or lower the needle position. Press the button twice to sew a single stitch.

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“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” Button

Use this button to sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing. Press this button, and the machine sews 3 stitches in the same spot and stops automatically. For straight and zigzag stitch patterns that take reverse stitches, the machine will sew reverse stitches at low speed only while holding down the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch“ button (the stitches are sewn in the opposite direction from the main seam). (See page 2-3.)

START STOP

Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a slow speed, then begin sewing at the speed set by the sewing speed controller . Press the button again to stop the machine. Hold the button down to sew at the machine’s slowest speed. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode. Green : the machine is ready to sew or is sewing. Red : the machine can not sew.

“Start/Stop” Button

Setting Up 1-3

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CONTENTS

■ Balance Wheel

■ Presser Foot Lever

■ Sewing Speed Controller

■ Bobbin Winder Button

Turn the balance wheel to raise or lower the needle. The wheel should be turned toward the front of the machine.

1 Balance wheel

Lower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot and apply pressure to the fabric. If the presser foot is raised to the second position, and you want to sew heavy weight, stacked fabrics, etc., that are hard to set under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever higher and hold it to make room for the fabric (see page 2-4).

1 Presser foot 2 Presser foot lever

CAUTION The machine will not operate with the presser foot raised.

Use this controller to adjust the sewing speed. Move the lever to the left to sew at slower speeds. Move the lever to the right to sew at higher speeds.

1 Lever

Note

Beginners should sew at a slow speed.

1 Slow 2 Fast

Use this button to wind the bobbin (see page 1-25).

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1-4 Setting Up

Index

CONTENTS

■ Top Cover

■ Supplemental Spool Pin

■ Flat Bed Attachment

Open the top cover to wind the bobbin or do the upper threading. To open the cover, place your hand under the clear section of the cover and lift up.

Use this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread during sewing, or when sewing with the twin needle (see pages 1-29, 2-5).

Use the free arm sewing option to attach cuffs, hem pant legs, and sew other tubular pieces. Pull the flat bed attachment to the left to remove it and create the convenient free arm sewing mode.

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CONTENTS

■ Feed Dog Position Switch

■ Presser Foot Dial

■ Knee Lifter

Use this switch when attaching buttons (see page 3-61) or for other similar projects. Remove the flat bed attachment and raise the presser foot lever to operate the feed dog position switch. Set the lever in the position for normal sewing

1 Feed dog position switch

..... The feed dogs are up and will help guide

the fabric.

..... The feed dogs are down and will not help

guide the fabric.

Turn the presser foot dial in order to adjust the pressure applied by the presser foot. The higher the number, the stronger the pressure will be. The presser foot dial has settings from 1 (weakest) to 4 (strongest). Use setting “3” for normal sewing. Lower the presser foot lever before turning the presser foot dial. If you adjust the setting, be sure to return it to “3” after sewing.

1 Weak 2 Strong

You can use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot without using your hands, so it is convenient for quilting and other similar projects.

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To attach, angle the knee lifter about 20 degrees to the left and insert it into the mounting slot as far as possible.

20°

CAUTION If the knee lifter is not pushed into the mounting slot as far as possible, it may come out during use.

Use your knee to move the knee lifter to the right in order to raise the presser foot. Release to the left for the presser foot to lower.

CAUTION

Be sure to keep your knee away from the knee lifter during sewing. If the machine is operated while the knee lifter is pushed, the needle may break or the thread tension may loosen.

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CONTENTS

■ Foot Controller

CAUTION

Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.

1. With the machine turned off, insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the machine.

1 Foot controller 2 Foot controller jack

2. Switch on the machine, then slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing.

* The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the

foot controller’s maximum sewing speed.

3. Release the foot controller to stop this machine.

* When the foot controller is being used, the “Start/Stop”

button has no effect on the sewing.

Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model P This foot controller can be used on this machine model ULT2001/ULT2002D.

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Included Accessories

1 2

Pull the top of the flat-bed attachment towards you to open the accessory compartment.

1 Storage space 2 Presser foot storage space 3 Bobbin storage space

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1211

No. Part Name

1 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-101 2 Embroidery foot “Q” XC1274-001 3 Overcasting foot “G” X51162-001 4

Monogramming foot “N ” 5 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 6 Zigzag foot “J” 137748-101 7 Blind stitch foot “R” X56409-001 8 Button fitting foot “M” 130489-001 9 Walking foot SA140 X81065-002

10 Side Cutter X80943-001 11 Seam ripper (P.3-55) X54243-001 12 Bobbin SA-155 XA3812-051 13 Needle set X58358-001

14 Twin needle (P.2-5) X59296-001

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

X53840-301

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75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles : Ball point needle (gold colored)

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Note

• The machine comes with zigzag foot “J” attached.

• Always use accessories recommended for this

machine.

Index

CONTENTS

15 16 17

18 19 20

21 22 23

3534 36

37 38 39

No. Part Name

15 Low shank adapter SA131 XA6126-002 16 Screw (large) XA5904-051 17 Scissors 184783-001 18 Chalk pen 184944-001 19

Cleaning brush (P.8-3) 20 Eyelet punch 21 Screwdriver (large) X55467-051 22 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 23 Spool cap (small) 130013-004 24 Spool cap (medium) × 2 X55260-053 25 Spool cap (large) 130012-004 26

Disc-shaped screwdriver 27 Embroidery set

H 10 cm × W 10 cm (H 4 inch × W 4 inch) 28

Embroidery set (medium plus)

H 18 cm × W 13 cm

29 Spool net (P.1-37) 127610-000 30 Embroidery set (large) SA428 X81274-002

(H 10-1/4 inch × W 6-1/4 inch) 31 Embroidery set (small) SA426 X81275-002

(H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inch)

32 Foot controller 120V XC1157-051

33 34 Grid sheet set (P.7-1) SA507 X81277-001 35 Touch pen (P.9-3) XA9940-001 36 Knee lifter (P.1-6) XA6941-001 37 Embroidery bobbin SA-EBT XA8375-001

38 Operation manual 193220-011 39 Quick reference guide 193220-060

(H 7 inch × W 5 inch)

H 26 cm × W 16 cm

H 2 cm × W 6 cm

Needle plate cover (P.5-29)

thread

(P.3-55,64)

(medium)

(P.1-7) 230V XC1159-001

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

XA4527-001

135793-001

XC1074-051

SA427 X81273-002

SA429 X81329-002

XA9939-051

Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model P This foot controller can be used on this machine model ULT2001/ULT2002D.

The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer (Part code XA4813-

051).

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Options

CONTENTS

No. Part Name

1 40 colors embroidery threads SA740 X80928-100

40 colors country threads CYT40 X81078-102 22 colors embroidery threads SA741 X81276-102 21 colors country threads CYT41 X81269-102

2 Embroidery bobbin thread

Embroidery bobbin thread

3 Stabilizer material SA519 X81175-001

Water soluble stabilizer SA520 X81267-001 4 Country bag SA152 X80922-002 5 Multi-thread stand SA503 X81123-001 6 Embroidery unit carrying case SA528 XC1291-002

(White) (Black)

U.S.A. Others

SA-EBT XA8375-001

SAEBT999 XC1376-001

Part Code

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■ When Using the Multi-thread Stand

• Using the Multi-thread Stand When Placed Behind the Sewing Machine: Do not pass the thread through the thread guide on the multi-thread

stand. Pass the thread through the thread guide of the sewing machine,

then pass the thread around the thread guide plate.

1 Thread guide of the sewing machine

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• Using the Multi-thread Stand When Placed to the Right of the Sewing Machine :

Do not pass the thread through the thread guide on the multi-thread stand, or through the thread guide on the sewing machine. Pass the thread directly around the thread guide plate.

2 Thread guide on the multi-thread stand

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CONTENTS

CAUTION Embroidery cards purchased in foreign countries may not work with your machine.

No. Part Name

7 Embroidery card

No. 1 Alphabet SA298 X58317-001 No. 2 Flower SA299 X58321-001 No. 3 Dinosaur SA300 X58362-001 No. 6 Moskowitz’s World SA303 X58497-001 No. 7 Country Life SA304 X59322-001 No. 8 Holiday SA305 X59357-001 No. 9 Hobby Craft SA306 X59511-001 No. 10 Monogram Emblem SA307 X59567-001 No. 11 Frame SA311 XA0257-001 No. 12 Transportation SA312 XA0275-001 No. 13 Sports Emblem SA313 XA0517-001 No. 14 Large Floral SA314 XA1223-001 No. 15 Cute Kids SA315 XA1325001 No. 16 Dogs & Cats SA316 XA1406-001 No. 19 Marine SA319 XA2452-001 No. 20 Petite Designs SA320 XA2869-001 No. 21 Needlework SA321 XA2873-001 No. 22 Large Quilt SA322 XA3431-001 No. 23 White on White SA323 XA3430-001 No. 25 Horse SA325 XA3791-001 No. 27 Birds SA327 XA4289-001 No. 28 Christmas SA328 XA4502-001 No. 29 Lace SA329 XA4664-001 No. 30 Wildlife Animals SA330 XA4771-001 No. 31 Large Flower II SA331 XA5037-001 No. 32 Musical Instrument SA332 XA5386-001 No. 33 Trees SA333 XA5567-001 No. 35 Cats & Dogs II SA335 XA5629-001 No. 36 Fruits & Vegetables SA336 XA5659-001 No. 37 Appliqué Alphabet SA337 XA5753-001 No. 38 Angel SA338 XA5781-001 No. 39 Doll Face SA339 XA5978-001 No. 40 Sports 3 SA340 XA6111-001 No. 41 Renaissance Alphabet SA341 XA6586-001 No. 42 Farm SA342 XA6733-001 No. 43 Victorian SA343 XA6769-001 No. 44 Lace2 SA344 XA6849-001 No. 45 Fancy Work SA345 XA7770-001 No. 46 Australian Animals SA346 XA7893-001 No. 47 Butterfly SA347 XA8206-001 No. 48 Australian Flowers SA348 XA8250-001 No. 49 Folk Art SA349 XA8348-001 No. 50 Fairy & Floral SA350 XA8414-001 No. 52 Bear Collections SA352 XA8511-001 No. 53 Scene SA353 XA8936-001 No. 54 Tea Time SA354 XA9129-001 No. 55 Gardening SA355 XA9348-001 No. 56 Asian SA356 XC0025-001 No. 57 Large Christmas SA357 XC0057-001 No. 58 New Quilt Traditions SA358 XC0861-001 No. 60 Summer Fun SA360 XC1168-001

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No. 59 Blouse SA359 XC1078-001

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

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BASIC OPERATION

Connecting the Power

CONTENTS

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.

• 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 dis-

connection

- During electrical storms

CAUTION

• 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 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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1. Insert the power cord into the cord jack, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.

1 Main power switch 2 Power cord

1-12 Setting Up

2. Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the machine.

1 OFF 2 ON

3. Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn off the machine.

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Viewing the LCD Display

CONTENTS

When switching on machine, the screen will display the name of the machine. Touch the screen to display the utility stitch. The often used “Straight stitch (left)” (1-01) is automatically selected.

1 Shows the amount of thread remaining in the

bobbin during sewing. If the display is yellow, the bobbin is running out of thread.

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Note

This bobbin symbol does not show the amount of bobbin thread remaining when the machine is not sewing.

2 Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and

the needle stop position.

Single needle/ down position

Twin needle/

down position

Single needle/

up position

Twin needle/

up position

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3 Presser foot code. Attach the presser foot in-

dicated in this display before sewing.

4 Shows the name and code number of the se-

lected stitch.

5 Shows a preview of the selected stitch. 6 To select, press the key of the stitch pattern

you want to sew.

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■ Key Functions

Display Explanation Page

Key Name

Pattern explanation key Operation guide key

Setting key

Utility stitch key

Character/ Decorative stitch key

Press this key to see an explanation of the selected pattern.

Press this key to see explanations for upper threading, winding the bobbin, changing the presser foot, and how to use the machine. Press this key to change the needle stop position, turn the buzzer ON/OFF , adjust the pattern or screen, and change other machine settings. Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, blind hem stitch, or other stitches commonly used in garment construction. Press this key to select character or decorative stitch patterns, or use the My Custom Stitch stitch patterns.

TM function to create your own

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4-1

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Embroidery key

Embroidery edit key

Sewing type selection key

Stitch selection display

Automatic reinforcement stitch key

Automatic thread cutting key

Mirror image key

Attach the embroidery unit and press this key. (Caution: the Embroidery screen will not display if the embroidery unit is not attached.) Press this key to sew embroidery. Attach the embroidery unit and press this key. (Caution: the Embroidery Edit screen will not display if the embroidery unit is not attached.) Press this key to combine embroidery patterns. With the embroidery edit functions, you can also create original one point patterns or frame patterns. Press this key when you do not know which stitch pattern to select, and get help selecting the appropriate stitch pattern for the sewing application, and instructions on how to sew the stitch pattern. This key is very useful for beginners. Stitch Pattern Selection Screen Press the key of the pattern you want to sew. Use the

Press this key to use the automatic reinforcement stitching (reverse stitching) setting. If you select this setting before sewing the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on the pattern, the machine may sew reverse stitches). Press this key to set the automatic thread cutting function. Set the automatic thread cutting function before sewing to have the machine automatically sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on the pattern, the machine may sew reverse stitches) and trim the threads after sewing. Press this key to create a mirror image of the selected stitch pattern. If the key display is light gray, a mirror image of the selected stitch pattern cannot be sewn.

to change selection screens.

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Index

CONTENTS

Display Explanation Page

Key Name

Needle mode selection key (single/double)

Stitch width and stitch length key

Thread tension key

Manual memory key

Reset key

Press this key to select twin needle sewing mode. The sewing mode changes between single needle mode and twin needle mode each time you press the key. If the key display is light gray, the selected stitch pattern can not be sewn in twin needle mode. Shows the zigzag width and stitch length settings of the currently selected stitch pattern. Y ou can use the plus and minus keys to adjust the zigzag width and stitch length settings. Shows the thread tension setting of the currently selected stitch pattern. The thread tension is usually set automatically. You can use the plus and minus keys to change the thread tension settings. Change the stitch pattern settings as you like (zigzag width and stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting or automatic reinforcement stitching, etc.), then save them by pressing this key. Press this key to return the selected stitch pattern’s saved settings to the original settings.

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2-8

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Using the LCD Display

Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, or to select a machine function, or operation indicated on the key.

CAUTION Only touch the screen with your finger or the included touch pen. Do not use a sharp pencil, screwdriver, or other hard or sharp object. It is not necessary to press hard on the screen. Pressing too hard or using a sharp object may damage the screen.

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Adjusting Screen Brightness

CAUTION

• All or part of the screen may sometimes become darker or lighter because of changes in the air temperature or other changes in the environment around the screen. This is normal and is not a sign of malfunction. Adjust the screen if it is difficult to read.

• The screen may be dark immediately after turning on the power . This is a function of the LCD back light screen, and it is not a sign of malfunction. The screen will return to its normal level of brightness after approximately 10 minutes.

• If you are not directly in front of the machine when you view the LCD, the colors may appear to change or the screen may be difficult to see. This is a characteristic of the LCD, and not a sign of damage or malfunction. For best results operate the screen while sitting in front of the machine.

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Index

CONTENTS

1. Press to open the screen at left.

2. Press to go to the next screen.

3. On the display, use and to adjust the screen brightness.

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* makes the screen darker

* makes the screen lighter

4. Once you have adjusted the screen brightness, press .

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Choosing the Display Language

CONTENTS

1. Press to open the screen at left.

2. Press to go to the next screen.

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3. When you see this display, press the arrow keys to choose the display language.

* Choose from the following languages: ENGLISH

GERMAN FRENCH ITALIAN DUTCH SPANISH DANISH NORWEGIAN FINNISH SWEDISH PORTUGUESE JAPANESE

1 Shows the selected display language

4. When the desired language is displayed, press .

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Index

Using the Machine Settings Key

CONTENTS

Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.)

1 Select the needle stop position (the needle

position when the machine is not operating) to be up or down.

2 Select whether to use the sewing speed con-

troller to determine the zigzag width (see page 3-34).

3 Make adjustments to character or decorative

stitch patterns (see page 4-12).

4 Select from among 8 displays when using the

Embroidery functions (see page 5-43).

5 Change the thread color display on the em-

broidery screen; display the thread number, color name or each time to embroider (see page 5-42).

6 Adjust the maximum embroidery speed set-

ting (see page 5-41).

7 Program version display

Note

V ersion 1.0, this is the installed software version for your machine. Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at www.brother.com for notification of an available updates.

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Press to go to the next screen.

1 Change the brightness of the LCD (see page

1-16).

2 Turn the buzzer ON or OFF. 3 Turn the lamp ON or OFF. 4 Turn the opening screen display ON or OFF. 5 Change the display language (see page 1-18).

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Using the Machine Operations Key

CONTENTS

Press to open the screen shown below. Five categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to see more information about that category.

1 displays information about

the main parts of the machine and their functions. This is the first screen displayed when

you press .

2 displays information about

threading the machine, changing presser feet, etc.

3 displays information about

attaching the embroidery unit, feeding fabric, etc.

4 displays information about deal-

ing with minor difficulties.

5 displays information about

changing the lamp, cleaning the machine, etc.

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CONTENTS

Example: Displaying information about upper threading

1. Press .

2. Press . The lower half of the screen will change.

3. Press (upper threading).

4. This screen shows instructions for threading the machine. Use the arrow keys to scroll downward for more information.

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= to scroll slowly

= to scroll quickly If you select bobbin winding, setting the bobbin, or upper threading, is displayed. Press to see a video of the displayed

instructions.

5. Press to go back to the original screen.

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CONTENTS

■ Contents of Other Categories

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Using the Pattern Explanation Key

CONTENTS

If you want to know more about the uses for a stitch pattern, select the pattern and press to see an explanation of the stitch selection.

Example: Displaying information about

1. Press . (If the currently displayed stitch selection screen does

not include use the screen selection tabs to go to the correct screen).

2. Press .

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3. The screen shows information about .

4. Press to return to the original screen.

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Bobbin Winding/Lower Threading

CONTENTS

Press ➜ ➜ ➜ in that order to display a video example of bobbin

winding on the LCD (see page 1-21). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.

CAUTION

Use only bobbins recommended by the manufacturer of this machine (see page 1-8). Using other bobbins may result in damage or injury.

1. Turn on the main power switch.

2. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft.

1 Groove of the bobbin 2 Spring on the shaft

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3. Pivot the spool pin so that it angles toward the front of the machine. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unrolls from the front of the spool.

4. Push the spool cap on the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 Thread spool

CAUTION

• If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

• Use the spool cap (large, medium, or small) that is closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit on the edge the spool and cause the needle to break.

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CONTENTS

Note

▼

When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread (see the illustration at left), use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the thread spool (see the illustration at left).

1 Spool cap (small) 2 Thread spool (cross-wound thread) 3 Space

5. Hold the thread from the spool in both hands, and pass the thread behind the thread guide cover on top of the machine.

Use both hands to set the thread around the thread guide plate.

1 Thread guide plate

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6. Pull the thread out as indicated on drawing.

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CONTENTS

7. Use both hands to set the thread around projection in the thread guides.

1 Projection in the thread guides

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8. Pass the thread around the thread guide shaft and the pretension disk as indicated on drawing. Make sure that thread is correctly inserted inside the pretension disk.

1 Thread guide shaft 2 Pretension disk

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9. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 4-5 times (as shown in the illustration).

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10.Pass the end of the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the thread to the right. The cutter will cut the thread.

1 Guide slit

2 Bobbin winder seat

CAUTION

Be sure to follow the process described. If the thread is not cut with the cutter, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break.

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CONTENTS

11. Set the bobbin holder to the left, until it clicks into place.

1 Bobbin holder

12.Press the “Bobbin Winder” button to start winding the bobbin.

13.The bobbin will stop rotating automatically when it is done winding, and the bobbin holder will return to the original position.

14.Remove the bobbin.

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CAUTION When removing the bobbin, do not pull on the bobbin winder seat. Doing so could loosen or remove the bobbin winder seat, resulting in damage to the machine.

CAUTION

Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury.

1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly

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CONTENTS

■ Winding the Bobbin During Sewing

With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. It will be convenient to wind the bobbin embroidery thread while sewing embroidery. The threading process is different from the earlier section, so read and follow the instructions carefully.

1 Supplemental spool pin

1. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft.

1 Groove of the bobbin 2 Spring on the shaft

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2. Pull up the supplemental spool pin and set it in the “up” position.

1 Supplemental spool pin

3. Place the spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that thread unrolls from the back. Then push a spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 Thread spool

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CONTENTS

4. With your left hand, hold the thread near the thread spool. With your right hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to set the thread around the thread guides.

1 Projection in the thread guides

5. Pass the thread around the projection in the thread guides, then pass the thread under the pretension disk. Make sure to set the thread securely under the pretension disk.

1 Thread guide shaft 2 Pretension disk

6. Follow steps 9 - 14 from the previous section (see pages 1-27, 1-28 ).

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Setting the Bobbin

CONTENTS

Press ➜ ➜ ➜ in that order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 1-21). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.

CAUTION

Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury.

1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly

1. Raise the presser foot lever.

2. Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right, and remove the bobbin cover.

1 Bobbin cover

3. Put the bobbin in the shuttle, making sure the thread unrolls as shown.

CAUTION

Be sure the bobbin is set so the thread unrolls in the correct direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or the needle to break.

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4. Guide the thread through the groove, then pull the thread toward you to cut off any excess.

1 Cutter

5. Replace the bobbin cover. Place the left tab in place (see arrow 1 at left), then press lightly on the right side (see arrow 2 at left) until the cover clicks into place.

Note

You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. When you need to pull up the bobbin thread (free motion embroidery) see the illustrated directions on page 1-38.

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Upper Threading

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Press ➜ ➜ ➜ in that order to display a video example of the

operation on the LCD (see page 1-21). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.

CAUTION

Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper threading can cause the thread to tangle and break the needle, leading to injury.

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1. Raise the presser foot lever.

CAUTION The machine has an upper threading shutter to insure proper threading. The upper threading shutter opens when the presser foot is raised. Upper threading can not take place if the presser foot is not raised.

1 Upper threading shutter

2. Press the “Needle Position” button to set the needle in the up position.

This step moves the thread take-up lever to a position in which it can be threaded. Be sure to do this step before continuing.

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3. Pivot the spool pin so that it angles toward the front of the machine. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unrolls from the front of the spool.

4. Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position.

1 Spool cap

CAUTION

• If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

Note

When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread (see the illustration), use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the thread spool (see the illustration at left).

1 Spool cap (small) 2 Thread spool (cross-wound thread) 3 Space

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5. Hold the thread from the spool in both hands, and pass the thread around the plate in the thread guides. Use both hands to set the thread around the thread guide plate.

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6. Pass the thread through the groove according to the threading sequence (numbers) indicated on the machine.

7. To thread the take-up lever, pass the thread from the back right side to the front left side.

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8. Set the thread behind the needle clamp thread guide on the needle bar. To set the thread easily, hold the end of the thread with your left hand, and use your right hand to guide the thread behind the needle clamp thread guide.

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9. Set the thread securely into the slit of the disk in the thread guide. Be sure that the thread catches the corner of the thread guide.

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10.Use the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut the thread.

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11.Lower the presser foot lever.

CAUTION Be sure to lower the presser foot lever. Continuing without lowering the lever may cause damage to the machine.

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12.Push down the needle threader lever as far as possible. The hook will rotate and pass through the eye of the needle. Make sure that the hook does not catch the fabric or any other objects near the presser foot.

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13.Slowly return the needle threader lever to its original position. Check that the hook has pulled the thread through the eye, then release the lever.

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14.Pull the thread loop toward the back of the machine.

Note

Do not pull the thread too strongly , as you may bend the needle.

CAUTION The needle threader lever can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Check the table on page 1-45 for appropriate needle and thread combinations. Note that, if you are using transparent nylon mono-filament thread, only needles in the range of 90/14-100/16 can be used.

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15.Pass the thread under the presser foot, and pull it about

100 mm (3 inch - 4 inch) toward the back of the machine.

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• If the threading is not successful, raise the presser foot lever and start again from step 8, setting the thread in the needle clamp thread guide.

• There are certain decorative threads that can not be threaded using the needle threader lever . When using these threads, set the thread behind the needle clamp thread guide (step 8), then thread the eye of the needle manually . Make sure the main power switch is OFF when threading the needle manually.

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■ Using the Spool Net

If using transparent nylon thread, metallic thread, or other strong thread, place the included spool net over the spool before using. If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match it to the spool size before placing it over the spool.

1 Spool net 2 Thread spool 3 Spool pin 4 Spool cap

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Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread

There may be some sewing applications when you want to pull up the bobbin thread, for example, when making gathers, darts, free motion quilting or embroidery.

1. Guide the bobbin thread through the groove, following the arrow in the illustration. Do not cut the thread.

* Do not replace the bobbin cover.

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2. While holding the upper thread, press the needle position button to raise the needle.

3. Gently pull the upper thread, and a loop of the bobbin thread will come out of the hole in the needle plate.

4. Pull up the bobbin thread, then pass it under the presser foot and pull it about 100 mm (3-4 inch) toward the back of the machine, matching the upper thread.

5. Replace the bobbin cover.

1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread

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Changing the Presser Foot

CONTENTS

CAUTION

• Always turn off the power before changing the presser foot. If the power is on and the “Start/Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury .

• Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch pattern. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.

• Only use presser feet for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury.

■ Removing the Presser Foot

1. Press the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the sewing machine.

2. Raise the presser foot lever.

3. Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder. The presser foot comes off.

1 Presser foot holder

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■ Attaching the Presser Foot

4. Place the new presser foot under the holder, aligning the foot pin with the notch in the holder. Lower the presser foot lever so that the presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the holder.

1 Notch 2 Pin

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■ Attaching the Walking Foot

The walking foot holds the fabric between the presser foot and the upper and lower feed dogs to feed the fabric, this enables you to have better fabric control when sewing difficult fabrics (such as vinyl cloth, leather, or synthetic leather) or fabrics that slip easily (such as quilting or velvet).

* The walking foot can only be used with straight or zigzag stitch patterns. Reverse stitches can

not be sewn with the walking foot. Only select straight or zigzag stitch patterns with reinforcement stitches.

* T o use the walking foot, you need the low shank adapter and the screw (lar ge) for the walking

foot.

Adapter

1. Press the “Needle Position” button to set the needle in the up position, and then turn off the main power

switch.

2. Raise the presser foot lever.

Screw(large)

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3. Push the black button on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot.

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4. Loosen the screw of the presser foot holder to remove the presser foot holder.

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5. Set the low shank adapter for the walking foot that came with your machine on the presser foot shaft, and push it up as far as possible. Tighten the screw securely with the screwdriver.

CAUTION

Use the screwdriver to tighten the screw securely . If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and cause injury.

6. Set the operation lever of the walking foot so that the fork surrounds the needle clamp, and set the walking foot on the presser foot shaft.

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7. Lower the presser foot lever, insert the screw (large) for the walking foot, and tighten the screw securely

with the screwdriver.

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CAUTION

• Use the screwdriver to tighten the screw securely. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and cause injury.

• Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward the front of the machine to check that the needle does not strike the presser foot. If the needle strikes the presser foot, injury may result.

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CAUTION When sewing with the walking foot, sew at medium to low speeds.

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■ Reattaching the Presser Foot Holder

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1. Push the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle, then turn the main power switch to OFF.

2. Raise the presser foot lever.

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3. Loosen the screw with the screwdriver, and remove the walking foot.

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4. Remove the low shank adapter.

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5. With the presser foot lever raised, tighten the screw lightly to attach the presser foot holder.

6. Place the presser foot “J” under the holder. Lower the

presser foot lever and use the screwdriver to tighten the screw firmly.

Note

If the presser foot holder is not installed correctly , the thread tension may loosen due to improper presser foot holder height.

Changing the Needle

CAUTION

• Be careful not to touch the needle during this time, otherwise injury may result.

• Use the screwdriver to tighten the presser foot holder screw securely. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and cause injury .

CAUTION

• T urn the main power switch to OFF before changing the needle. If the main power is left on and the Start/Stop button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result.

• Use only 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.

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To Check the Needle Correctly:

To check the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the needle from the top and the sides. Throw away any bent needles.

1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)

* Place a level surface under the needle

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1. Press the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle,

then turn the main power switch to OFF.

2. Lower the presser foot lever.

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3. Use the screwdriver to turn the screw toward the front of the machine and loosen the screw , then remove the needle.

CAUTION Do not apply pressure to the needle clamp screw. Doing so may damage the needle or machine.

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4. With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle

stopper (viewing window) in the needle clamp. Use a screwdriver to securely tighten the needle clamp screw .

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1 Needle stopper 2 Hole for setting needle 3 Flat side of needle

CAUTION

Be sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper , and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not completely inserted or the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

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■ About the Needle

The sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems. Below are some things to keep in mind about needles.

• The smaller the needle number, the smaller the needle. As the numbers increase, the needles get thicker.

• Use fine needles with lightweight fabrics, and thicker needles with heavyweight fabrics.

• To avoid skipped stitches, use ball point needle (golden colored) 90/14 with stretch fabrics.

• T o avoid skipped stitches, use ball point needle (golden colored) 90/14 when sewing character or decorative stitches without the embroidery unit.

• Use needle 75/11 for embroidery. Ball point needles (golden colored) 90/14 are not recommended for embroidery, as they may bend or break, causing injury.

• It is recommended that a 90/14 needle should be used when embroidering on heavyweight fabrics or stabilizing products (for example, denim, puffy foam, etc.). 75/11 needle may bend or break, which could result in injury.

• A home sewing machine needle 75/11 is inserted in the sewing machine.

■ Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

Fabric

Medium weight fabric

Lightweight fabric

Heavyweight fabric

Stretch fabric

For top stitching

Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Georgette Challis, Satin Denim Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot

Cotton Synthetic mercerized Silk or silk finished

Cotton Synthetic mercerized Silk Cotton Synthetic mercerized Silk Thread for knits

Synthetic mercerized Silk

Type

Thread

Size 60 - 80 60 - 80 50 - 80

60 - 80 60 - 80 50 - 80 30 - 50

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50 - 60

30 30

Size of needle

75/11 - 90/14

65/9 - 75/11

90/14 - 100/16

Ball point needle

(golden colored)

75/11 - 90/14

90/14 - 100/16

Note

• For transparent nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16.

• The same thread is usually used for the bobbin thread and upper threading.

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CAUTION

Be sure to follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using an improper combination, especially a heavyweight fabric (i.e., denim) with a small needle (i.e., 65/9 - 75/11), may cause the needle to bend or break, and lead to injury. Also, the seam may be uneven, the fabric may pucker, or the machine may skip stitches.

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Chapter 2 Getting Ready to Sew

TRIAL SEWING

CONTENTS

Basic Sewing

CAUTION

• T o avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation.

• Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury.

• Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing so may lead to injury.

• Take care that the needle does not strike basting pins or other objects during sewing. Otherwise, the needle may break and cause injury.

• If stitches become bunched, lengthen the stitch length setting before continuing sewing. Otherwise, the needle may break and cause injury.

1. Turn on the main power switch, and push the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.

2. Press a stitch selection key to select a stitch.

3. Install the correct presser foot. The symbol of the correct presser foot will be displayed in the upper left corner of the LCD display.

CAUTION

Always use the correct presser foot. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, resulting in injury.

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4. Set the fabric under the presser foot. Hold the fabric and thread ends in your left hand, and turn the balance wheel to set the needle in the sewing start position.

5. Lower the presser foot.

* You do not have to pull up the bobbin thread.

6. Adjust the sewing speed with the speed control lever.

* You can use this lever to adjust sewing speed during

sewing.

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7. Press the “Start/Stop” button to begin sewing. * Guide the fabric lightly by hand.

8. Press the “Start/Stop” button again to stop sewing.

9. Press the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the threads. * The needle will return to the up position automatically.

CAUTION

Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after the threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the thread or break the needle and damage the machine.

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CAUTION

• Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button when there is no fabric set in the machine or during machine operation. The thread may tangle, resulting in damage.

• When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread, or other decorative threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine.

10.When the needle has stopped moving, raise the presser

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foot and remove the fabric.

Note

This machine has a display to warn you when the bobbin thread has run out. If the warning displays, re-thread the machine immediately.

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Sewing Reinforcement Stitches

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Changing Sewing Direction

Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use “Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches manually (see page 1-3).

On the screen if the automatic reinforcement stitch key is selected, reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) will be sewn automatically at the start of sewing when pressing the “Start/Stop” button. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) automatically at the finish of the sewing (see page 2-14).

Stop the machine. Leave the needle in the fabric, and raise the presser foot. Using the needle as a pivot, turn the fabric so that you can sew in the new direction. Lower the presser foot lever and start sewing.

When edge stitching a short stitch length and close to the edge of the fabric, the presser foot may not cover enough fabric for proper feeding. Before you begin to sew, sew a basting thread at the corner point. When you change direction at the corner, start sewing as you pull the basting thread toward the back.

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Sewing Curves

1 5 mm (3/16 inch)

Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.

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Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics

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The sewing machine can sew fabrics up to 6 mm(1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam causes sewing to occur on an angle, help guide the fabric by hand and sew on the downward slope.

CAUTION

Do not forcefully push fabrics more than 6 mm (1/4 inch) thick through the sewing machine. This may cause the needle to break and cause injury.

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If the presser foot lever is in the up position, and you are sewing heavyweight or multiple layers of fabric which does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot

lever as high as possible by hand to bring the presser foot to its highest position. The fabric will now fit under the presser foot.

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If the presser foot is not level and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of sewing (as shown at left), place a piece of fabric, paper or cardboard of the same thickness as the fabric being sewn under the back of the presser foot. The machine can then sew normally.

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1 Fabric

Sewing Lightweight Fabrics

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2 Thick paper

Place thin paper under thin fabrics to make sewing easier . Gently tear off the paper or the stabilizer for embroidery after sewing.

1 Thin paper

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Using the Twin Needle Mode

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The twin needle can only be used for patterns that show after being selected. Before you select a stitch pattern, make sure the stitch can be sewn in the twin needle mode (see

page 3-1 “Quick Reference Table”).

CAUTION

• Use only twin needles made for this machine (part code X59296-001). Other needles

could break, resulting in damage.

• Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the twin needle. Using the twin

needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage.

• Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and cause injury.

• When using the twin needle, be sure to use presser foot “J” only. Refer to chart on

page 3-1 through 3-8 for proper presser foot “J”.

1. Turn the main power switch to OFF, and install the twin needle (see page 1-43 “Changing the Needle”).

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2. Do the upper threading. Follow the steps for threading a single needle for the first threading (see page 1-32 “Upper Threading”).

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3. Pass the thread through the needle clamp thread guide on the needle bar, then thread the needle on the left

side.

CAUTION The needle threader lever can not be used. Thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader lever may result in damage to the machine.

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4. Pull up the supplemental spool pin and set it in the up position.

5. Place additional spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that the thread unrolls from the back. Then insert a spool cap onto the spool pin all the way in, to secure the thread spool.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 Additional spool of thread

6. Hold the thread from the spool with both hands, and set the thread in the thread guide.

* Do not set the thread in the bobbin winding thread

guide.

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7. Set the thread around the thread guide plate, then pass the thread through the groove according to threading sequence (numbers) indicated on the machine.

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8. Do not set the thread in the needle clamp thread guide on the needle bar . Thread the needle on the right side.

CAUTION The needle threader can not be used. Thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may result in damage to the machine.

9. Select a stitch pattern. Refer to chart on page 3-1 through 3-8 for proper presser foot “J”.

CAUTION If the key is light gray after selecting the stitch,

the selected stitch can not be sewn in twin needle mode.

10. Press to select twin needle mode. 1 The appears next to the bobbin thread display .

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CAUTION

Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the twin needle. Using the twin needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage.

11. Start sewing.

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Sample of Twin Needle Sewing

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STITCH SETTINGS

Setting Stitch Width for Zigzag Stitch Patterns

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You can change the stitch width of each zigzag stitch. Normally, the machine automatically sets an appropriate zigzag stitch pattern width when the stitch pattern is selected. Follow the steps below when you want to change the zigzag stitch pattern width.

Note

It is not possible to change the width of some stitches (see page 2-10 for reference ).

Press to narrow the zigzag stitch pattern width. The value in the display gets smaller.

Press to widen the zigzag stitch pattern width. The value in the display gets bigger.

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For an alternate method of changing stitch width using the speed controller (see page 3-34).

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Setting the Stitch Length

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Y our machine automatically sets the stitch length when you select a stitch. However , there may be times when you want to change the stitch length. With this machine, you can change the length of each individual stitch in a seam.

Note

It is not possible to change the length of some stitches (see page 2-10 for reference).

Press to shorten the stitch length. The value in the display gets smaller.

Press to lengthen the stitch length. The value in the display gets bigger.

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CAUTION

If the stitches get bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

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■ Stitch Pattern Width/ Stitch Length Settings Table

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Pattern

Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

0.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 0.2 - 5.0 (0) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)

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0.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0 (0) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

1.0 1.0 - 3.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

0.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0 (0) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

0.0 0.0 - 7.0 20.0 5.0 - 30.0 (0) (0 - 1/4) (3/4) (3/16 - 1-3/16)

3.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.4 0.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (0 - 3/16)

3.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.4 0.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (0 - 3/16)

3.5 2.5 - 5.0 1.4 0.3 - 4.0

(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

3.5 2.5 - 5.0 1.4 0.3 - 4.0

(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.0 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.0 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

3.5 2.5 - 5.0 2.0 1.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 2.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (3/32 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 3.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 0.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 9/32) (3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 0.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 9/32) (3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 4.0 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

2.5 0.2 - 5.0

(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)

2.5 0.2 - 5.0

(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)

Pattern

Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 4.0 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.0 - 7.0 3.0 1.0 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.0 - 7.0 1.8 1.0 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

0.0 0.0 - 2.5 2.5 0.2 - 5.0 (0) (0 - 3/32) (3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)

3.5 3.5 - 5.0 1.4 0.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/16) (0 - 3/16)

3.5 3.5 - 5.0 2.0 1.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 3.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 3.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.6 0.2 - 5.0

(7/32) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

1.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.6 0.2 - 5.0

(1/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

0.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0 (0) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

3.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.4 0.0 - 4.0

(1/8) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (0 - 3/16)

1.5 0.5 - 5.0 1.2 1.0 - 4.0

(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

7.0 1.0 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(1/4) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

0.0 +3.0 - -3.0 2.0 1.0 - 3.5 (0) (+1/8 - -1/8) (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)

3.5 2.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.6 - 4.0

(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 2.5 - 7.0 0.5 0.1 - 1.0

(3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)

7.0 0.0 - 7.0 1.4 1.0 - 4.0

(1/4) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

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CONTENTS

Pattern Pattern

Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 1.2 0.2 - 4.0

(1/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 1.2 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 1.0 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/61 - 3/16)

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 3.0 2.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

4.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.5 0.0 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.0 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

6.0 1.0 - 7.0 1.0 0.2 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

7.0 1.0 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(1/4) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

1.0 1.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0

(1/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

3.5 1.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0

(1/8) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.0 1.0 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

3.5 1.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.6 - 4.0

(1/8) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

3.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.5 1.6 - 4.0

(1/8) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.0 1.5 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.5 1.6 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.5 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.5 1.6 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 4.0 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

4.0 1.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.5 1.5 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.0 1.5 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 4.0 1.5 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

4.0 1.5 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 2.0 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 2.0 1.5 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 3.0 1.5 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)

6.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(15/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 1.5 - 7.0 1.6 1.0 - 4.0

(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.5 3.5 - 5.5 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(7/32) (1/8 - 7/32) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

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CONTENTS

Pattern Pattern

Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.5 3.5 - 5.5 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(7/32) (1/8 - 7/32) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0

(7/32) (1/8 - 7/32) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

6.0 3.0 - 6.0 1.0 0.5 - 2.0

(15/64) (1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/32 - 1/16)

6.0 3.0 - 6.0 1.5 1.0 - 3.0

(15/64) (1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/1 - 1/8)

5.0 0.0 - 6.0 2.0 0.2 - 4.0

(3/16) (0 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)

7.0 3.0 - 7.0 0.5 0.3 - 1.0

(1/4) (1/8 - 1/4) (1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)

7.0 3.0 - 7.0 0.5 0.3 - 1.0

(1/4) (1/8 - 1/4) (1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)

7.0 3.0 - 7.0 0.5 0.3 - 1.0

(1/4) (1/8 - 1/4) (1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)

7.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.0 0.4 - 2.5

(1/4) (3/32 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

7.0 2.5 - 7.0 2.0 0.4 - 2.5

(1/4) (3/32 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)

2.0 1.0 - 3.0 0.4 0.3 - 1.0

(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)

3.5 2.5 - 4.5

(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16)

7.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 7.0 6.0 5.0

(1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16) (1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16)

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Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)]

Auto. Manual Auto. Manual

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Setting the Thread Tension

Your machine will automatically set the thread tension when you select a stitch. However, you may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used.

■ Proper Thread Tension

The upper and lower threads should cross near the center of the fabric. If thread tension is not properly set, the seam may have a poor finish or the fabric may pucker.

1 Reverse side 2 Surface 3 Upper thread 4 Bobbin thread

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If the upper thread tension is too strong (the bobbin thread can be seen on the top side of the fabric), press the

key.

1 Bobbin thread 2 Upper thread 3 Surface 4 Locks appear on surface of fabric

If the upper thread tension is too weak (the upper thread can be seen on the bottom side of the fabric), press the

key.

1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 Reverse side 4 Locks appear on reverse side of fabric

Note

If you change the thread tension setting, but turn off the power or select another stitch afterwards, the thread tension will return to the default setting.

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MACHINE FUNCTION SETTINGS

Automatic Reinforcement Stitching

CONTENTS

After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing.

1. Select a stitch pattern.

2. Press to set the automatic reinforcement stitching function. The key will display as .

Note

Some stitches, such as buttonholes and bar tacks, require reinforcement stitches at the beginning of sewing. If you select one of these stitches, the machine will automati-

cally turn on this function (the key appears as when the stitch is selected).

3. Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. The

machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing.

1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)

Note

If you press the “Start/Stop” button to pause sewing, press it again to continue. The machine will not sew reverse reinforcement stitches again.

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4. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. The machine will sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and stop.

To turn off the automatic reinforcement stitching function, press again, so it appears as .

1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)

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Using the Automatic Thread Cutter

After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing, and trim the threads at the end of sewing. This function is useful when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks.

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1. Select a stitch pattern.

2. Press to set the automatic thread cutting function. The key will display as .

Note

This function is set automatically when sewing embroidery.

3. Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. The

machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and then continue sewing.

1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)

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Note

If you use the “Start/Stop” button to pause sewing, press the same button again to continue. The beginning reverse/ reinforcement stitches will not be sewn again.

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4. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching” button. The machine will sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches), then trim the thread.

T o turn off the automatic thread cutting function, press the again, so it appears as .

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1 Sews reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and

automatically trims the thread.

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Chapter 3 Sewing Utility Stitches

QUICK REFERENCE TABLE

CONTENTS

Pattern

Name of pattern

Straight stitch (Left)

Straight stitch (Middle)

Triple stretch stitch

Stem stitch

Decorative stitch

Type of presser

foot

Use

General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reinforcement stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reinforcement stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. General sewing for reinforcement and decorative topstitching

Reinforced stitching, sewing and decorative applications

Decorative stitching, top stitching

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Basting stitch

Zigzag stitch

Zigzag stitch (right)

Zigzag stitch (left)

2 step elastic zigzag

3 step elastic zigzag

Overcasting stitch

Basting

For overcasting, mending. Reverse stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button.

For overcasting, mending. Reinforcement stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. Start from right needle position, zigzag sew at left.

Start from left needle position, zigzag sew at right.

Overcasting (medium weight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic

Overcasting (medium, heavyweight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic

Reinforcing of light and medium weight fabrics

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Pattern

Name of pattern

Overcasting stitch

Single diamond overcast

Type of presser

foot

Use

Reinforcing of heavyweight fabric

Reinforcing of medium, heavyweight and easily frayable fabrics or decorative stitching.

Reinforced seaming of stretch fabric

Reinforcing of medium stretch fabric and heavyweight fabric, decorative stitching

Reinforcement of stretch fabric or decorative stitching

Stretch knit seam

Reinforcement and seaming stretch fabric

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Single diamond overcast

With side cutter

Piecing stitch (right)

Piecing stitch (left)

Reinforcement of stretch fabric

Straight stitch while cutting fabrics

Zigzag stitch while cutting fabrics

Overcasting stitch while cutting fabrics

Piecework/patchwork

6.5 mm (1/4 inch) right seam allowance

Piecework/patchwork

6.5 mm (1/4 inch) left seam allowance

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CONTENTS

Name of patternPattern

Hand-look quilting

Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch

Quilting appliqué stitch

Quilting stippling

Blind hem stitch

Blind hem stitch stretch

Blanket stitch

Type of presser

foot

Use

Quilting stitch made to look like hand quilting stitch

Zigzag stitch for quilting and sewing on appliqué quilt pieces

Quilting stitch for invisible appliqué or attaching binding

Background quilting

Hemming woven fabrics

Hemming stretch fabric

Appliqués, decorative blanket stitch

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Shell tuck edge

Satin scallop stitch

Scallop stitch

Patchwork join stitch

Patchwork double overlock stitch

Couching stitch

Smocking stitch

Feather stitch

Shell tuck edge finish on fabrics

Decorating collar of blouse, edge of handkerchief

Patchwork stitches, decorative stitching

Decorative stitching attaching cord and couching

Smocking, decorative stitching

Fagoting, decorative stitching

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Pattern

Name of pattern

Fagoting cross stitch

Tape attaching

Ladder stitch

Rick-rack stitch

Decorative stitch

Serpentine stitch

Decorative stitch

Type of presser

foot

Use

Fagoting, bridging and decorative stitching

Attaching tape to seam in stretch fabric

Decorative stitching

Decorative top stitching

Decorative stitching

Decorative stitching and attaching elastic

Decorative stitching and appliqué

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Decorative stippling stitch

Hemstitching

Hemstitching zigzag

Hemstitching

Decorative stitching

Decorative hems, triple straight at left

Decorative hems, triple straight at center

Decorative hems, top stitching

Decorative hems, lace attaching pin stitch

Decorative hems

Decorative hems daisy stitch

Heirloom, decorative hems

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CONTENTS

Pattern

Name of pattern

Hemstitching

Honeycomb stitch

Hemstitching

Type of presser

foot

Use

Heirloom, decorative hems

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Hemstitching

Heirloom, decorative hems

Decorative hems and bridging stitch

Decorative hems. Fagoting attaching ribbon

Decorative hems, smocking

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CONTENTS

Name of patternPattern

Narrow rounded buttonhole

Wide round ended buttonhole

Tapered round ended buttonhole

Round ended buttonhole

Round double ended buttonhole

Narrow squared buttonhole

Type of presser

foot

Use

Buttonhole on light to medium weight fabrics

Buttonholes with extra space for larger buttons

Reinforced waist tapered buttonholes

Buttonholes with vertical bar tack in heavyweight fabrics

Buttonholes with bar tack

Buttonhole for fine, medium to heavyweight fabrics

Buttonholes for light to medium weight fabrics

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Wide squared buttonhole

Squared buttonhole

Stretch buttonhole

Heirloom buttonhole

Bound buttonhole

Keyhole buttonhole

Tapered keyhole buttonhole

Keyhole buttonhole

Buttonholes with extra space for larger decorative buttons

Heavy-duty buttonholes with vertical bar tacks

Buttonholes for stretch or woven fabrics

Buttonholes for heirloom and stretch fabrics

The first step in making bound buttonholes

Buttonholes in heavyweight or thick fabrics for larger flat buttons

Buttonholes in medium to heavy weight fabrics for larger flat buttons

Buttonholes with vertical bar tack for reinforcement in heavyweight or thick fabrics

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CONTENTS

Name of patternPattern

Darning

Bar tack

Button sewing

Eyelet

Diagonally left up (Straight)

Reverse (Straight)

Type of presser

foot

Use

Darning of medium weight fabric

Darning of heavyweight fabric

Reinforcement at opening of pocket, etc.

Attaching buttons

For making eyelet, holes on belt, etc.

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners

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Diagonally right up (Straight)

Sideways to left (Straight)

Sideways to right (Straight)

Diagonally left down (Straight)

Forward (Straight)

Diagonally right down (Straight)

Sideways to left (Zigzag)

Sideways to right (Zigzag)

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric

Sewing Utility Stitches 3-7

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Name of patternPattern

Forward (Zigzag)

Reverse (Zigzag)

Type of presser

foot

Use

For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners

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CAUTION

Make sure to use the correct presser foot for each stitch pattern. Otherwise, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, causing injury.

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SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES

Selecting a Stitch Pattern

1. Turn the main power switch to ON. The screen shown at left is displayed. The often-used “1-01 Straight (left)” stitch pattern is automatically selected.

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* Press to view this screen if another screen

displays.

2. Use to find the stitch pat-

tern you want.

1 Preview of the selected stitch 2 Stitch selection screen

3. Touch the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew to select it.

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■ Stitch Selection Screens

Straight/Overcasting/Quilting Stitches Decorative Stitches

Press to go to the next page.

Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-directional Sewing

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■ Using the Mirror Image Key

Depending on the type of utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch pattern.

If is lit when you select a pattern, it will be possible to make a mirror image of the pattern.

CAUTION If is light gray after you select a stitch pattern, you can not create a horizontal mirror

image of the selected stitch pattern (this is true of buttonholes, multi-directional sewing, and others).

Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected stitch pattern.

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■ Saving Your Preferred Stitch Settings

The settings for zigzag stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting or automatic reinforcement stitching, etc., are preset by the computer for each stitch pattern. If you want

to change those settings, input the new settings and press for each pattern you want to change. The new settings will replace the computer settings.

Example: You always use a length setting of

2.0 mm (1/16 inch) for a straight stitch

1. Select the straight stitch.

2. Set the length to 2.0 mm (1/16 inch), and press .

3. Go back to the original screen, or turn off the machine. The next time you select the same straight stitch, the stitch length setting should be 2.0 mm, as you saved it.

CAUTION

• You can change any of the settings on the

screen in the same manner.

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• If you do not press or after saving the new stitch settings, the new stitch settings will be displayed whenever you

select that stitch, even after turning off the power.

* Press to return to the original machine settings.

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Using the Sewing Type Selection Key

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You can also select utility stitches using . Use this key when you are not sure which stitch to use for your application, or to get advice about sewing particular stitches. For example, if you

want to sew overcasting, but you do not know which stitch to use or how to sew the stitch, you can use this screen to get advice. We recommend that beginners use this method to select patterns.

1. Press to view the advice screen.

2. Press a key to see advice about that type of stitch or application.

Example: Displaying information about overcasting

* Press to return to the original screen.

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3. The upper part of the screen displays a selection of overcasting stitches with explanations. Read the explanations and select the appropriate stitch.

4. The screen displays directions for sewing the selected stitch.

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5. Press to scroll the screen in the direction of arrow selected, and see the next part of the instructions.

Press to scroll the screen 1 line at a time, in the direction of the arrow selected.

Press to scroll a larger section of the screen in the direction of the arrow selected. Follow the directions to sew the stitch.

* Press at any time to return to the selection screen.

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SEWING THE STITCHES

Straight Stitches

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1. Select a stitch pattern. If the stitch which you select has a double mark “ ” at

the top of the key display , you can sew reverse stitches holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button.

If the stitch which you select has a dot mark “ ” at the top of the key display, you can sew reinforcement stitches holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button (see page 2-3).

Straight stitch (left needle position)

Straight stitch (middle needle positio)

Straight stitch (middle needle position)

Triple stretch stitch (left needle position)

Stem stitch for stretch fabrics (middle needle position)

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Decorative straight stitch (left needle position)

Basting stitch (left needle position)

1 Reverse stitch 2 Reinforcement stitch

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J J

1 Left needle position 2 Middle needle position

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2. Attach presser foot “J”. Hold the thread tails and fabric with your left hand, and turn the balance wheel with your right hand to insert the needle into the fabric. This is the sewing start position.

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3. Lower the presser foot, and hold the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew 3-4 stitches. After the machine sews reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches), press the “Start/Stop” button to sew forward. The machine will begin sewing slowly .

1 3 - 4 reverse stitches

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CAUTION

Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or any other objects, during sewing. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, causing injury.

4. When sewing is completed, hold the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew 3-4 reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) at the end of seam.

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5. After sewing, press the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the threads.

* When the automatic thread cutting and automatic re-

inforcement stitch keys on the screen are selected, reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) will be sewn automatically at the start of sewing when pressing the “Start/Stop” button. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and trim the thread automatically at the finish of sewing.

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■ Changing the Needle Position (Left Needle Position Patterns Only)

When you select left needle position stitch patterns, you can use and in the Stitch W idth display to change

the position of the needle. Match the distance from the right edge of the presser foot to the needle with the stitch width, then align the edge of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric during sewing for an attractive finish.

1 Stitch width

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J J JJ

12.0 mm

(1/2 inch)

8.5 mm (11/32

inch)

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6.5 mm

(1/4 inch)

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5.0 mm

(3/16 inch)

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For standard 16 mm (5/8 inch) seam allowance, set

on LCD.

1 16 mm (5/8 inch)

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Basting

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1. Select .

2. Attach presser foot “J”. Press the “Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue sewing.

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Note

• If you do not want to use a reinforcement stitch at the beginning, you should lift the presser foot, rotate the balance wheel, pull up the bobbin thread and pull a length of top and bobbin thread out from the rear of the machine.

• You can set the stitch length between 5 mm (3/16 inch) and 30 mm (1-3/16 inch)

1 Between 5mm (3/16 inch) and 30 mm (1-3/16 inch)

3. Sew while keeping the fabric pulled tight.

4. End the basting with reinforcement stitches.

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Zigzag Stitches

Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, appliqué, patchwork, and many other applications.

Select a stitch pattern, and attach presser foot “J”. If the stitch which you select has a double mark “ ” at the

top of the key display , you can sew reverse stitches holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button. If the stitch which you select has a dot mark “ ” at the top of the key display, you can sew reinforcement stitches holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button (see page 2-3).

Zigzag stitch pattern To adjust the zigzag width, use the WIDTH key.The size of the width is the same distance on both sides of the center needle position.

Zigzag stitch pattern T o adjust the zigzag width, use the WIDTH key . The RIGHT side of the zigzag is stationary. The width change is from right to left.

Zigzag stitch pattern T o adjust the zigzag width, use the WIDTH key. The LEFT side of the zigzag is stationary. The width change is from left to right.

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■ Overcasting (Using a Zigzag Stitch)

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Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the right-hand side needle drop point is over the edge of the fabric.

1 Needle drop position

1 Reverse stitch 2 Reinforcement stitch

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■ Appliqué (Using a Zigzag Stitch)

■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt)

■ Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch)

Attach the appliqué using a temporary spray adhesive or basting, then sew it. * Sew a zigzag stitch while positioning the right hand

needle drop point just outside the edge of the fabric.

Turn back the desired width of fabric and position it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch bridges both pieces of fabric.

Shorten the stitch length setting to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly , keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.

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Elastic Zigzag Stitches

Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wide variety of other uses.

1. Select a stitch pattern, and attach presser foot “J”.

2 step elastic zigzag

3 step elastic zigzag

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■ Tape Attaching

■ Overcasting

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Stretch the tape flat. While stretching the tape flat, sew the tape to the fabric.

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Use this stitch to sew overcasting on the edge of stretch fabrics. Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric with the needle dropping off the edge of the fabric at the right.

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Overcasting

Use for the beginning and end of seams in skirts or trousers, and the beginning and end of all cuttings. Use presser foot “G”, presser foot “J”, or the side cutter attachment depending on the kind of overcasting stitch you select.

■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “G”

1. Select a stitch pattern.

For sewing light and medium weight fabrics

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For sewing heavyweight fabrics

For sewing medium or heavyweight and easily-frayable fabric

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2. Attach presser foot “G”. Lower the presser foot so that the presser foot guide is exactly against the edge of the fabric.

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3. Sew along the presser foot guide.

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CAUTION

After the stitch width is adjusted, turn the balance wheel toward you by hand and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot the needle may break and cause injury.

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■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J”

1. Select a stitch pattern.

For sewing stretch fabrics

For sewing medium stretch fabrics and heavyweight fabrics

For sewing stretch fabrics

For sewing knit stretch fabrics

For sewing stretch fabrics

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2. Attach presser foot “J”. Sew with the needle dropping slightly off the edge of the fabric.

1 Needle drop position

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■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter

By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabrics.

1. Push the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle, then turn off the power.

2. Raise the presser foot lever.

3. Press the black button on the presser foot holder, and remove the presser foot.

4. Use the included screwdriver to loosen the screw of the presser foot holder, and remove the presser foot holder.

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5. Set the fork of the operating lever around the needle

clamp screw.

1 Needle clamp screw 2 Operating lever

* Make sure that the fork of the operating lever is set

onto the screw firmly.

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5. With the presser foot raised, align the presser foot holder screw hole directly with the notch in the side cutter, then insert the screw and lightly tighten it. Lower the presser foot lever and firmly tighten the screw.

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6. Select a stitch pattern. If there is an “S” in the bottom of the key display, the

indicated stitch pattern can be sewn with the side cutter .

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Normal sewing

Zigzag stitch

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Overcasting stitch for light and medium weight fabrics

Overcasting stitch for heavyweight fabrics

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Overcasting stitch for medium and heavyweight stretch fabrics

7. Make a cut of about 20 mm (3/4 inch) in the fabric.

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1 20 mm (3/4 inch)

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8. Place the fabric as shown left figure B.

- Right side of cut: on top of the guide plate

- Left side of cut: underneath the presser foot

1 Guide plate (lower knife) 2 Presser foot

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9. Thread the needle, then pull out a long section of the upper thread, pass it below the presser foot and pull it out in the fabric feed direction (see left figure B).

2 Presser foot 3 Upper thread

10.Lower the presser foot lever.

CAUTION If the width has been adjusted, turn the balance wheel by hand to check that the needle does not touch the side cutter. If the needle touches the side cutter, it may cause the needle to break.

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When Sewing Straight Stitches only

The seam margin should be about 5 mm (3/16 inch).

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* Make sure you select a pattern for the side cutter. * Clean the side cutter after use, to avoid having dust

and scraps of thread build up on it.

* Add a small amount of oil as required to the cutting

edge of the cutter.

Note

• The fabric will not be cut if the whole fabric is simply spread out underneath the presser foot guide plate. Set the fabric as explained in step 8, and then start sewing.

• Check that the needle is raised when the presser foot lever is raised.

• One layer of 13 oz. denim can be cut.

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Brother ULT2002D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Setting Up

Getting Ready to Sew 2-1

Sewing Utility Stitches 3-1