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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 the machine before you change the light bulb.
Replace the bulb with same type rated 15 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 machine 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 to turn it off 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. (For Australia and New Zealand only)
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.
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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 severed from the main leads 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 GREEN AND
YELLOW.
The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BlueNeutral
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.
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UNPACKING/REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired. If you do not
pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine could be damaged.
Please follow the diagram below to unpack and repack the machine.
IMPORTANT
● This packing material is designed to prevent damage. Save this packing material if you need to
take or send this machine to be repaired.
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE.
To use the machine safely
1. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the handwheel,
thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts.
2. Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the following circumstances:
• When you have stopped using the machine
• When you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part
• If there is a power failure while you are using the machine
• If you are checking or cleaning 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.
To give your machine a longer life
1. Do not store this machine in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions. Do not use or store
the machine near a heater, iron, halogen lamp or other hot objects.
2. Use only mild 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 this manual before you replace or fit presser feet, the needle, or any other parts to
make sure you fit them correctly.
To repair or adjust the machine
If the machine breaks down or needs adjustment, first follow the troubleshooting table in the
Appendix to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem is still there, consult your local
authorized dealer.
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
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CONTENTS
1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..........................................................5
THE MAIN PARTS ............................................................................................................... 5
Checking the Needle ......................................................................................................................................... 8
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Changing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................................................. 9
Flat Bed Attachment ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Using a Free-arm Style .................................................................................................................................... 10
THE CONTROLS ............................................................................................................... 11
Reverse Sewing Lever ...................................................................................................................................... 15
THREADING THE MACHINE ............................................................................................16
Winding the Bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader) ....................................................... 22
Drawing up the Lower Thread ......................................................................................................................... 24
Sewing with a Twin Needle ............................................................................................................................ 24
Blind Hem Stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 29
4. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ..................................................34
Making a Buttonhole ....................................................................................................................................... 34
Using the Walking Foot ................................................................................................................................... 41
Using the Quilting Foot ................................................................................................................................... 42
Using the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot ..................................................................................................................... 43
INDEX ............................................................................................................................... 49
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
THE MAIN PARTS
3
4
8
9
0
7
6
2
5
C
1
G
F
E
D
H
1
J
I
A
1 Bobbin winder (Page 16)
This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the
lower thread.
2 Spool pin (Page 16, 21)
This holds the spool of thread.
3 Thread guide (Page 16, 21)
This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin
and then threading the machine.
4 Thread take-up lever (Page 21)
5 Hole for extra spool pin (Page 25)
This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with the
twin needle.
6 Stitch width dial (Page 15)
This controls the stitch width.
7 Upper tension-control dial (Page 25)
This controls the tension of the upper thread.
8 Thread cutter (Page 28)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.
9 Needle threader (Page 22)
(This is only available on certain models.)
0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 19)
(This is only available on certain models.)
A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment
(Page 10)
B Presser foot (Page 9)
C Reverse sewing lever (Page 15)
You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction.
B
K
D Pattern selection dial (Page 11)
You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch
you want.
E Stitch length dial (Page 14)
This controls the stitch length.
F Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 35)
G Handwheel
Used to manually raise and lower the needle.
H Main power and sewing light switch (Page 8)
You can turn the main power and sewing light switch
on and off.
I Foot controller jack / socket (Page 7)
Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the
machine to the power supply.
J Presser foot lever (Page 21)
Used to raise and lower the presser foot.
K Foot controller (Page 8)
You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to
start and stop sewing.
Parts Code for Zigzag Presser Foot: XC4901-051
Foot Controller: Model KD-1902
Parts Code: XC7359-021 (110/120V Area)
XC7438-221 (220/240V Area)
XC7456-221 (U.K.)
XC7455-021 (Australia, New Zealand)
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————
ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you
be able to carry out most sewing tasks.
● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model.
Optional Accessories
1.2.3.
No.Part Name
1Walking FootSA107
2Quilting FootSA129
31/4-inch Quilting FootSA125
Part Code
U.S.A.Others
F034N:
XC2165-002
F005N:
XC1948-002
F001N:
XC1944-002
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USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
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 disconnection
• 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 to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.
● Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, otherwise a
fire may result.
1
Connecting Plugs
Connect the foot controller plug to the
1
machine.
Connect the power supply plug to a wall
2
outlet.
Note
● When leaving the machine unattended, the
main switch of the machine should be
switched off or the plug must be removed
from the wall outlet.
● When servicing the machine, or when
removing covers or changing bulbs, the
machine must be unplugged.
(For U.S.A. only)
● This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not modify the plug in any way.
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————
Main Power and Sewing
Light Switch
This switch turns the main power and sewing light
on or off.
1
2
1 Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark)
2 Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark)
Foot Controller
When you press the foot controller down lightly, the
machine will run at a low speed. When you press
harder, the machine’s speed will increase. When you
take your foot off the foot controller, the machine
will stop. You should make sure that nothing is
placed on the foot controller when the machine is
not in use.
1
1 Foot controller
Checking the Needle
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp
for smooth sewing.
■ Checking the Needle Correctly
Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface.
Check the needle from the top and the sides.
Dispose of any bent needles safely.
1
2
1 Parallel space
2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
Replacing the Needle
CAUTION
● Turn the main power switch off before
you change the needle. If you leave the
main power on and step on the foot
controller, the machine will start and you
may be injured.
● Only use sewing machine needles for
home use. Other needles may bend or
break and cause injury.
● Never sew with a bent needle. A bent
needle will easily break and cause injury.
CAUTION
● Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to
build up on the foot controller. Doing so
could cause a fire or an electric shock.
Note
(For U.S.A. only)
● Foot Controller: Model KD-1902
This foot controller can be used for Model
XL-3500, XL-2600, XL-3510, XL-2610,
XL-3520, XL-2620.
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Remove the power supply plug from the outlet.
1
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning
2
the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so
that the mark on the handwheel points directly up.
Lower the presser foot lever.
3
1
1 Presser foot lever
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Hold the needle with your left hand, and then
4
use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp
screw counterclockwise to remove the
needle.
1
2
1 Screwdriver
2 Needle clamp screw
• Do not use excessive force when loosening
or tightening the needle clamp screw,
otherwise certain parts of the sewing
machine may be damaged.
With the flat side of the needle toward the
5
back of the machine, insert the needle until it
touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the
needle clamp using the screwdriver.
1
CAUTION
● Make sure you insert the needle until it
touches the stopper, and securely tighten
the needle clamp screw with a
screwdriver. If the needle is not fully
inserted, or if the needle clamp screw is
loose, the needle may break or the
machine may be damaged.
Changing the Presser Foot
CAUTION
● Always turn off the power before you
change the presser foot. If you leave the
power on and step on the controller, the
machine will start and you may be
injured.
● Always use the correct presser foot for
the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you
use the wrong presser foot, the needle
may strike the presser foot and bend or
break, and may cause injury.
● Only use presser feet that have been
designed to be used with this machine.
Using any other presser foot may cause
accident or injury.
1
2
3
1 Screwdriver
2 Needle Stopper
3 Needle
Put the twin needle in the same way.
You will have to change the presser foot depending
on what you want to sew and how.
■ Snap-on Type
Raise the needle to its highest position by
1
turning the handwheel toward you
(counterclockwise), and then raise the presser
foot lever.
Release the foot by raising the lever at the
2
back of the holder.
1
1 Presser Foot
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Put a different presser foot on the needle plate
3
so that the bar on the presser foot is in line
with the slot on the shank.
Lower the presser foot lever and fix the
4
presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot
is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.
Flat Bed Attachment
The accessories are stored in a compartment inside
the flat bed attachment.
Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to
1
open it.
1
1
1 Shank
■ Presser Foot Installation Orientation
2
1 Flat bed attachment
2 Storage compartment
Note
● Put the accessories inside a bag, and then
store the bag inside the compartment. If the
accessories are not in a bag, they may fall
out and be lost or damaged.
Using a Free-arm Style
Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular
and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to
the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment.
Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to
1
release it.
CAUTION
● If the presser foot is not installed with the
correct orientation, the needle may strike
the presser foot, which may bend or
break the needle and cause injury.
10
1
1 Flat bed attachment
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THE CONTROLS
Pattern Selection Dial
CAUTION
● When you use the pattern selection dial to
choose a pattern, turn the handwheel toward
you (counterclockwise) to set the needle in
the highest position. If the needle is in the
down position when you turn the pattern
selection dial, the needle, presser foot or
fabric may be damaged.
■ 35 Stitches (only available on certain models)
To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection
dial in either direction. The next section shows
recommended stitch lengths and widths.
2
1
1 Pattern selection dial
2 Chosen pattern number
1
■ 25 Stitches
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Patterns and Stitch Names
Pattern
35 Stitches 25 Stitches
Stitch Name
4-STEP AUTOMATIC
BUTTONHOLE
STRAIGHT STITCH
ZIGZAG STITCH
BLIND HEM STITCH
SHELL TUCK STITCH
ELASTIC STITCH
STRETCH BLIND HEM
STITCH
STRETCH BLIND HEM
STITCH
ELASTIC SHELL TUCK
STITCH
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))
3-5
(1/8 – 3/16)
0-5 (0-3/16)
(Changes needle
position)
0-5
(0-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
Recommended
Length
(mm (inch))
F- 1.5
(1/64-1/16)
1-4
(1/16-3/16)
F-4
(1/64-3/16)
F-2
(1/64-1/16)
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
F-2.5
(1/64-3/32)
F-1.5
(1/64-1/16)
F-1.5
(1/64-1/16)
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
Instruction
Manual Page
34
27, 37, 38, 41,
42, 43
28, 36, 39, 41
29
29
30
29
29
31
DOUBLE ACTION STITCH
BRIDGING STITCH
RAMPART STITCH
TRIANGLE STITCH
TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH
TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH
STITCH
STRETCH OVERLOCK
STITCH
* The stitch can also be sewn when the stitch length dial is set to .
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
0-5 (0-3/16)
(Changes needle
position)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
F- 1.5
(1/64-1/16)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
31
31
31
33
*
*
27
32
31
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Pattern
35 Stitches 25 Stitches
Stitch Name
ELASTIC OVERLOCK
STITCH
FEATHER STITCH
ARROWHEAD STITCH
ARROWHEAD STITCH
DECORATIVE STITCH
LEAF STITCH
TREE STITCH
LEGS STITCH
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
Recommended
Length
(mm (inch))
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Instruction
Manual Page
31
32
31
31
33
33
33
33
1
DECORATIVE STITCH
STRETCH OVERLOCK
STITCH
STRETCH OVERLOCK
STITCH
SMOCKING STITCH
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-13/64)
3-5
(1/8-13/64)
3-5
(1/8-13/64)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
33
33
31
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Pattern
Stitch Name
35 Stitches 25 Stitches
COMB STITCH
COMB STITCH
DECORATIVE STITCH
FAGOTING STITCH
DECORATIVE STITCH
DECORATIVE HEM STITCH
DECORATIVE STITCH
Stitch Length Dial
Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to
adjust the stitch length for best results.
The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent
the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch).
THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE
STITCH. With the “0” setting, material is not fed. This is
used when sewing a button.
The “F” range is for making a satin stitch (close zigzag
stitch), which is used for making buttonholes and
decorative stitches. The position needed for making the
satin stitch varies according to the material and thread
being used. To determine the exact dial position, first
test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of
fabric to observe the feeding of the material.
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-13/64)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
3-5
(1/8-3/16)
Recommended
Length
(mm (inch))
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
Instruction
Manual Page
CAUTION
● If the stitches are 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.
31
31
33
31
31
33
33
1 Stitch length dial
2 Shorter
3 Longer
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2
1
3
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