Brother 885-S61, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Sewing Machine Product Code 885 S61 Operation Manual GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Read when additional information is required Read before use ...

Page 2: ...ot A XC2691 023 2 Overcasting foot G XE6305 101 3 Monogramming foot N XD0810 031 4 Zipper foot I X59370 021 5 Zigzag foot J on machine XC3021 031 6 Blind stitch foot R XE2650 001 7 Button fitting foot M XE2643 001 8 Walking foot SA140 F033N XC2214 052 9 Quilting foot SA129 F005N XC1948 052 10 Seam ripper XZ5082 001 11 Bobbin 4 one is on machine SA156 SFB XA5539 151 12 Needle set X58358 021 13 Twin...

Page 3: ...6 Bobbin winder Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin 7 Operation panel Select a stitch from those that appear in the operation panel page Cover E 8 Sewing speed controller Use the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed 9 Operation buttons Use the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and automatically cut the thread page Cover D 0 Flat bed attachment with accessory com...

Page 4: ... The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder Right side rear view 1 Presser foot dial Use the presser foot dial to adjust the amount of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch 4 Air vent The air v...

Page 5: ...nforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other For details refer to Securing the stitching page 51 3 Needle position button Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle Pressing the button twice sews one stitch 4 Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after stopping sewing to cut both the upper and the bobbin threads For details refer to C...

Page 6: ... Press this key to select the desired type of stitch 4 key Press this key to add a pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches 5 C key Press this key to remove an added pattern when sewing combinations of characters or decorative stitches 6 Arrow keys Use these keys to move in the indicated direction when selecting an item displayed on the screen In addition can be presse...

Page 7: ...vice center 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 No Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Side cutter SA177 F054 XC3879 152 2 Quilting guide SA132 F016N XC2215 052 3 Wide table SA537 WT2 XC4541 021 4 Stitch guide foot P SA160 F035N XC1969 052 5 Adjustable zipper piping foot SA161 F036N XC1970 052 6 Non stick foot SA114 F007N XC1949 052 7 Open toe foot SA186 F060 XE1094 101 No Part Name Part Code Americas Others Enclosed...

Page 8: ... upper thread can easily be threaded In addition the needle can be threaded with a simple operation page 24 2 Automatic thread cutting The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the thread at the end of the stitching page 59 3 One touch lower threading You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread page 22 4 Simple bobbin winding The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with t...

Page 9: ...on 16 Adjusting the brightness of the LCD 16 Changing the screen language 17 Winding Installing the Bobbin 18 Bobbin precautions 18 Winding the bobbin 18 Installing the bobbin 22 Upper Threading 24 Threading the upper thread 24 Threading the needle 27 Threading the needle manually without using the needle threader 28 Using the twin needle 28 Using thread that winds off quickly 31 Pulling up the bo...

Page 10: ...ics 64 Sewing an even seam allowance 64 UTILITY STITCHES 67 Selecting Stitching 68 Stitch types 68 Selecting stitching 68 Overcasting Stitches 70 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot G 70 Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot J 71 Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter 72 Basic Stitching 74 Basting 74 Basic stitching 74 Blind Hem Stitching 76 Buttonhole St...

Page 11: ...n 116 Changing the pattern size 117 Changing the stitch density 118 Changing the pattern length 118 Mirror imaging the pattern 119 Storing a pattern 120 Realigning the pattern 121 Designing a Pattern 123 Drawing a sketch of the pattern 123 Entering the pattern data 124 Design exampled 126 APPENDIX 127 Stitch Settings 128 Utility stitches 128 Other stitches 133 Maintenance 135 Restrictions on oilin...

Page 12: ...achine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label Do not connect it to a DC power source or inverter If you are not sure what kind of power source you have contact a qualified electrician This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only 4 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has...

Page 13: ...the machine needle Switch the machine to the symbol O position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate as it could cause the needle to break Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break 7 This machine is not a toy Your...

Page 14: ...te at www brother com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be superv...

Page 15: ...ew are described in this chapter Turning the Machine On Off 10 Understanding the LCD Screens 12 Changing the Machine Settings 14 Winding Installing the Bobbin 18 Upper Threading 24 Replacing the Needle 33 Replacing the Presser Foot 37 Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 42 ...

Page 16: ...orrectly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms Use only the power cord included with this machine Do not use extension cords or multi plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them Fire or electric shock may result Do not touch the plug with wet hands Electric shock may result When unplugging the machine always turn off the main power first Always grasp t...

Page 17: ... machine is not sewing 2 Press the left side of the main power switch on the right side of the machine set it to X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is turned off 3 Unplug the power supply cord from the electrical outlet Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord 4 Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply jack Note When the sewing machine is turned off all stitch settin...

Page 18: ...ges if operations are performed incorrectly When the sewing machine is turned on the LCD comes on and the following screen appears 1 Presser foot that should be used 2 Single or twin needle 3 Selected stitch 4 Stitch length mm 5 Stitch width mm Memo For details on the error messages that appear when an operation is performed incorrectly refer to Error messages page 141 1 2 5 4 3 ...

Page 19: ...s 3 Press and arrow keys until the image illustrating desired topic is selected 1 Replacing the presser foot 2 Threading the upper thread 3 Winding the bobbin 4 Installing the bobbin 4 Press OK key X The first screen describing the procedure for the selected topic appears 5 To display the next screen press To return to the previous screen press Example Upper threading 6 When you are finished with ...

Page 20: ...sewing machine X The LCD comes on 2 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until the stitch or machine attribute that you wish to set is selected 4 Press OK key X A screen containing settings for the selected attribute appears 5 Press and arrow keys until the desired setting is selected X The setting is changed 6 Press OK key X The initial st...

Page 21: ... size of patterns to be large or small page 117 Repeated single sewing Specifies whether the pattern will be sewn once or repeatedly page 115 Stitching density Specifies the sewing density of the stitching page 118 Save settings Allows adjusted pattern widths and lengths to be saved page 60 Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is stopped page 16 Twin nee...

Page 22: ...dle stop position appears 3 Press to select To return to press X The machine is now set to stop with the needle in the raised position 4 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears again Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted 1 Press settings key in the operation panel and then press and arrow keys until is selected 2 Press OK key X The screen for changi...

Page 23: ...ration panel and then press and arrow keys until is selected 2 Press OK key X The screen for changing the language of the screens appears 3 Press or until the desired language is selected The language can be changed to one of the available English German French Italian Dutch Spanish Danish Norwegian Swedish Finnish Portuguese Russian Korean Japanese or others X The language of the screens is chang...

Page 24: ...d for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine Be sure to thread the machine as indicated Only use the bobbin part code SA156 XA5539 151 designed specifically for this sewing machine Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine The enclosed bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from older models are used the mac...

Page 25: ...ed so that the thread unrolls correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin 7 Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin With the rounded side of the spool cap positioned toward the left slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible until the right side of the spool touches the right end of the spool pin Three spool cap sizes are available large medium and small Use the spoo...

Page 26: ... the thread guide for bobbin winding use your right hand to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin four or five times b Pull the thread to the right and pass it through the slit in the bobbin winder seat 1 Slit in bobbin winder seat with built in cutter X The thread is cut to a suitable length If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly the thread may become tang...

Page 27: ... the left Memo If the bobbin winder shaft is set to the right side the needle will not move Sewing is impossible h Remove the bobbin from the shaft i Slide the sewing speed controller back to its original position Memo When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin the machine will make a clicking sound this is not a malfunction Be sure...

Page 28: ...in 6 Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that the end of the thread is on the left and then after pulling the thread firmly around the tab with your left hand as shown lightly pull the thread to guide it through the slit 1 Tab Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect The bobbin was designed specifically for this ...

Page 29: ...thread with the cutter 8 Reattach the bobbin cover Insert the tab in the lower left corner of the bobbin cover and then lightly press down on the right side X The lower threading is finished Next thread the upper thread Continue with the procedure in Upper Threading on the next page Memo You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before start...

Page 30: ... indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine Be sure to thread the machine as indicated Threading the upper thread 1 Turn on the sewing machine 2 Raise the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised When threading the upper thread carefully follow the instructions If the upper threading is not correct the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break CAUTI...

Page 31: ...onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unrolls correctly the thread may become tangled around the spool pin 7 Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin With the rounded side of the spool cap positioned toward the left slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible until the rig...

Page 32: ...ser foot is lowered the machine cannot be threaded Be sure to raise the presser foot so that the shutter is open in order to thread the machine 1 Shutter a Pass the thread through the thread hook at the base of the needle bar 1 Thread hook Next use the needle threader to thread the needle Continue with the procedure in Threading the needle on the next page If the spool or the spool cap is not posi...

Page 33: ...d passes the notch of the thread guide 1 Notch of the thread guide 2 Thread guide disk 2 Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side of the machine 1 Thread cutter 3 Lower the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is lowered 4 Lower the needle threader lever until it clicks 1 Needle threader lever X The thread is passed through the eye of the needle 5 Release the needle th...

Page 34: ...f thread toward the rear of the machine Using the twin needle With the twin needle you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different threads Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality Be sure to use the twin needle the extra spool pin and the spool cap For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle refer to Stitch Settings page 128 1 Install...

Page 35: ...nroll from the top front of the spool 1 Spool cap 2 Spool 7 Thread the upper thread in the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded 1 Thread guide cover For details refer to step 8 through 0 of Threading the upper thread page 26 8 Without passing the thread through the needle bar thread hook manually thread the right needle Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from th...

Page 36: ...h refer to Selecting stitching page 68 For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle refer to Stitch Settings page 128 g Start sewing For details on starting to sew refer to Starting to sew page 49 X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other When using the twin needle be sure to select the twin needle setting otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be dam...

Page 37: ... When making gathers or before free motion quilting first pull up the bobbin thread as described below 1 Insert the bobbin into the shuttle Refer to steps 1 through 5 of Installing the bobbin page 22 2 Pass the bobbin thread through the slot Do not cut the thread with the cutter 3 While lightly holding the upper thread with your left hand press needle position button twice to raise the needle 1 Ne...

Page 38: ...bout 5 cm 2 inches of the bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine 6 Reattach the bobbin cover Insert the tab in the lower left corner of the bobbin cover and then lightly press down on the right side 2 1 ...

Page 39: ...e sewing machine needles Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Fabric Type Application Thread Size of Needle Type Size Medium weight fabrics Broadcloth Cotton thread 60 90 75 11 90 14 Taffeta Synthetic thread Flannel Gabardine Silk thread 50 Thin fabrics Lawn Cotton thread 60 90 65 9 75 ...

Page 40: ...e using the needle place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even 1 Flat side 2 Needle type marking Correct needle 1 Flat surface Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even the needle is bent Do not use a bent needle 1 Flat surface The appropriate fabric thread and needle comb...

Page 41: ...p screw counterclockwise to remove the needle 1 Screwdriver 2 Needle clamp screw Do not apply a strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged 5 With the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper 6 While holding the needle with your left hand use the scr...

Page 42: ...TTING READY 36 Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver otherwise the needle may break or damage may result CAUTION ...

Page 43: ... position button X The needle is raised 2 Turn off the sewing machine 3 Raise the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot causing the needle to bend or break Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine Use of any other press...

Page 44: ...h in the presser foot holder 1 Presser foot lever X The presser foot is attached 7 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the presser foot is securely attached Note When a stitch is selected the icon for the presser foot that should be used appears in the screen Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew If the wrong presser foot is installed turn off the sewing mac...

Page 45: ... the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder such as the quilting foot Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder Removing the presser foot holder 1 Remove the presser foot For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 2 Use the screwdriver to loosen the presser foot holder screw 1 Screwdr...

Page 46: ...ook the connecting fork of the walking foot onto the needle clamp screw 1 Connecting fork 2 Needle clamp screw 3 Lower the presser foot lever insert the presser foot holder screw and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver 1 Presser foot holder screw Note When sewing with the walking foot sew at a speed between slow and medium Removing the walking foot 1 Press needle position button once or tw...

Page 47: ...en the presser foot holder screw and then remove the walking foot 5 Attach the presser foot holder For details refer to Removing the presser foot holder page 39 Memo Only the straight stitch with reinforcement stitching and the zigzag stitch can be used with the walking foot For details on the stitches refer to Stitch Settings page 128 1 ...

Page 48: ... sew onto the arm and then sew from the top 3 When you are finished with free arm sewing install the flat bed attachment back in its original position Sewing large pieces of fabric The optional wide table makes sewing large pieces of fabric easier 1 Open up the legs at the bottom of the wide table Pull out the four legs until they snap into place 2 Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left X Wi...

Page 49: ...ide table remove it While slightly lifting up the wide table pull it off to the left 6 Install the flat bed attachment back in its original position Memo With the legs folded up the wide table can be stored attached to the hard case Do not move the sewing machine while the wide table is attached otherwise damage or injuries may occur CAUTION ...

Page 50: ...GETTING READY 44 ...

Page 51: ...EWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter Sewing 46 Adjusting the Thread Tension 54 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 55 Useful Functions 57 Useful Sewing Tips 62 ...

Page 52: ...n In addition keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and balance wheel otherwise injuries may occur Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins otherwise the needle may break o...

Page 53: ...ch For details on replacing the presser foot refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 4 Position the fabric Place the area to be sewn under the presser foot Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly For details on positioning the fabric refer to Positioning the fabric page 48 5 Start sewing Start sewing Fo...

Page 54: ...c under the presser foot If the seam allowance is positioned on the right side sewing in a straight line is easier and the extra fabric does not get in the way 4 While holding the end of the thread and the fabric with your left hand turn the balance wheel toward you with your right hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching 5 Lower the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot lever X...

Page 55: ... to hold the start stop button pressed immediately after the sewing starts the machine will sew at a slow speed 3 When the end of the stitching is reached press start stop button once X The machine stops sewing with the needle down in the fabric 4 When you are finished sewing raise the needle and then cut the threads For details refer to Cutting the thread page 53 Using the foot controller Sewing ...

Page 56: ...mpletely release the foot controller X The machine stops sewing with the needle lowered in the fabric 7 When you are finished sewing raise the needle and then cut the threads For details refer to Cutting the thread page 53 Memo When the foot controller is plugged in the start stop button cannot be used to start or stop sewing When sewing is stopped the needle remains lowered in the fabric The mach...

Page 57: ...ches press reverse reinforcement stitch button Keep the reverse reinforcement stitch button held down until you reach the beginning of the stitching 1 Reverse reinforcement stitch button X While the reverse reinforcement stitch button is held pressed reverse stitches are sewn 4 After sewing back to the beginning of the stitching release the reverse reinforcement stitch button X The machine stops s...

Page 58: ...tching the sewing machine stops Release the start stop button or foot controller 1 Beginning of stitching 2 End of stitching Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse stitching pressing reverse reinforcement stitch button sews reinforcement stitches 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other 1 Reverse stitching 2 Reinforcement...

Page 59: ...e machine so that the threads are cut automatically refer to Automatically cutting the thread page 59 Using the manual thread cutter When sewing with nylon or metallic threads or other special threads use the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut the threads 1 When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped press needle position button once to raise the needle 1 N...

Page 60: ...er thread is too tight If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric the upper thread is too tight Note If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded the upper thread may be too tight In this case refer to Installing the bobbin on page 22 and rethread the bobbin thread Turn the thread tension dial to the left to loosen the upper thread Upper thread is too loose If the upper thr...

Page 61: ... If the setting is changed the highlighted value is erased Memo To reset the stitch width to its standard setting select the same stitch again or change the setting to the highlighted value If the straight stitch left needle position or triple stretch stitch was selected changing the stitch width changes the needle position Increasing the width moves the needle to the right reducing the width move...

Page 62: ...ngth shorter press To make the stitch length longer press X The stitch length is changed If the setting is changed the highlighted value is erased Memo To reset the stitch length to its standard setting select the same stitch again or change the setting to the highlighted value The settings can be saved so that they will always be specified each time the utility stitch is selected For details refe...

Page 63: ...Selecting stitching page 68 3 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 4 Press and arrow keys until is selected 5 Press OK key X The screen for specifying automatic reverse reinforcement stitching appears 6 Press to select To return to press X The machine is now set to automatically sew reverse reinforcement stitches 7 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears...

Page 64: ...bar tacks is selected where reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn 1 Reverse reinforcement stitch button X After reverse reinforcement stitches are sewn the sewing machine stops Memo Reverse reinforcement stitches will not be sewn if the start stop button is pressed at the end of the stitching Be sure to press the reverse reinforcement stitch button at the end of the stitching 1 ...

Page 65: ...til is selected 5 Press OK key X The screen for specifying automatic thread cutting appears 6 Press to select To return to press X The machine is now set for programmed thread cutting 7 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears again and appears in the lower left corner of the screen When the sewing machine is turned off the programmed thread cutting setting is cancelled 8 Position the fabr...

Page 66: ...e specified each time the stitch is selected The various settings can be saved for each utility stitch 1 Select the stitch and then adjust the stitch width and length To adjust the stitch width press and To adjust the stitch length press and For details on selecting a stitch refer to Selecting stitching page 68 X The stitch width and length are changed 2 Press settings key in the operation panel X...

Page 67: ...e next time that the stitch is selected the saved settings are the first ones that are displayed To clear the saved settings and return the stitch width and length to their default settings press so that and then press OK key ...

Page 68: ...and width Since the results differ depending on the type of stitching and the number of layers of fabric sewn perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be used with your project Changing the sewing direction 1 When the stitching reaches a corner stop the sewing machine Leave the needle lowered in the fabric If the needle remained up when the machine stopped sewing press needle p...

Page 69: ...foot J so that the presser foot remains level while sewing allowing the fabric to be fed smoothly 1 Sewing direction 1 Raise the presser foot lever 2 Align the beginning of stitching and then position the fabric 3 While holding zigzag foot J level hold the presser foot locking pin black button on the left side pressed in and lower the presser foot lever 1 Presser foot holding pin black button 4 Re...

Page 70: ...foot such as leathers or coated fabrics change the presser foot to the optional non stick foot 1 Leather Sewing an even seam allowance To sew an even seam start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the right of the presser foot and the edge of the fabric is aligned with either the right edge of the presser foot or a marking on the needle plate Aligning the fabric with the presser foot Sew while...

Page 71: ...ewn with the straight stitch left needle position Sew while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with a marking in the needle plate The distance between the markings in the upper scale is 1 8 inch 3 mm and the distance between the markings in the grid is 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 Seam 2 Presser foot 3 Centimeters 4 Inches 5 Needle plate 6 16 mm 5 8 inch 6 1 2 5 4 3 ...

Page 72: ...SEWING BASICS 66 ...

Page 73: ...ic Stitching 74 Blind Hem Stitching 76 Buttonhole Stitching 78 Zipper Insertion 85 Zipper piping Insertion 89 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 91 Appliqué Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 93 Reinforcement Stitching 100 Eyelet Stitching 104 Decorative Stitching 105 Sewing the Various Built In Decorative Patterns 113 Designing a Pattern 123 ...

Page 74: ...and numbers in the Script font Character stitch Outline style There are 55 characters including letters symbols and numbers in the outline style Selecting stitching Using the operation panel keys select the desired stitch from those shown in the LCD Twelve of the most often used utility stitches can quickly be selected with the stitch keys When the sewing machine is turned on the straight stitch l...

Page 75: ... next screen 9 Press OK key X The stitch is selected 0 If necessary specify the setting for automatic reverse reinforcement stitching and adjust the stitch length etc For details on sewing with each of the utility stitches refer to the following pages Note When a stitch is selected the icon for the presser foot that should be used appears in the screen Check that the correct presser foot is attach...

Page 76: ...t the guide of the presser foot and then lower the presser foot lever 1 Guide 4 Sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot guide 1 Needle drop point Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Overcasting stitch 11 Preventing fraying in medium weight and thin fabrics 3 5 1 8 2 5 5 0 3 32 3 16 2 0 1 16 1 0 ...

Page 77: ...th mm inch Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzagstitch center needle position 7 Preventing fraying center baseline reverse stitching 3 5 1 8 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 4 1 16 0 0 4 0 0 3 16 J Zigzagstitch rightneedle position 8 Preventing fraying right baseline reinforcement stitching 3 5 1 8 2 5 5 0 3 32 3 16 1 4 1 16 0 3 4 0 1 64 3 16 2 point zigzag stitch 9 Preventing fraying in thick fabrics and st...

Page 78: ...that side cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the presser foot holder and then slowly lower the presser foot lever 1 Notch in presser foot holder 2 Pin X The side cutter is attached Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Overcasting stitch 63 Sewing straight stitches while cutting the fabric 0 0 0 0 0 2 5 0 3 32 2 5 3 32 ...

Page 79: ...he fabric will not be cut a Lower the presser foot lever and then start sewing X A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn If the stitching is sewn in a straight line the seam allowance will be about 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 5 mm 3 16 inch Memo The side cutter can cut as much as one layer of 13 oz denim After using the side cutter clean it by removing any lint or dust If the side cutter can no l...

Page 80: ...4 Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Basting stitch 6 Temporarily securing 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 J Straight stitch left needle position 1 Basic stitching and sewing gathers or pintucks left baseline reverse stitching 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0...

Page 81: ...tion When the stitch width of the straight stitch left needle position is set to its standard setting 0 0 mm the distance from the needle position to the right side of the presser foot is 12 mm 1 2 inch If the stitch width is changed between 0 and 7 mm 1 4 inch the needle position will also change By changing the stitch width and sewing with the right side of the presser foot aligned with the edge...

Page 82: ...facing up 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Basting 3 Attach blind hem foot R For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 4 Select a stitch For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 5 Position the fabric with the edge of the folded hem against the guide of the presser foot and then lower the presser foot lever 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Fold of hem 3 Guide Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Ap...

Page 83: ...m fold The needle is too far to the right Press of the arrow keys to increase the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric For details on changing the stitch width refer to Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length page 55 7 Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide 8 Remove the basting stitching 1 Wrong side o...

Page 84: ...5 0 1 8 3 16 0 4 1 64 0 2 1 0 1 64 1 16 45 Buttonholes with bar tacks on both ends for stabilized fabrics 5 0 3 16 3 0 5 0 1 8 3 16 0 4 1 64 0 2 1 0 1 64 1 16 46 Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics 6 0 15 64 3 0 6 0 1 8 15 64 1 0 1 16 0 5 2 0 1 32 1 16 47 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6 0 15 64 3 0 6 0 1 8 15 64 1 5 1 16 1 0 3 0 1 16 1 8 48 Bound buttonholes 5 0 3 16 0 0 6 0 0 15 64 2 0 1 16...

Page 85: ...ole foot A which is used for sewing buttonholes are indicated below 1 Button guide plate 2 Presser foot scale 3 Pin 4 Marks on buttonhole foot 5 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length of the buttonhole 1 Marks on fabric 2 Button hole sewing 2 Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole foot A and then insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole 1 1...

Page 86: ...ting stitching page 68 5 Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot and then lower the presser foot lever 1 Mark on fabric 2 Red marks on buttonhole foot Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot When lowering the presser foot do not push in the front of the presser foot otherwise the buttonhole...

Page 87: ...e stitching Adjust the stitch length For details refer to Adjusting the stitch length page 56 If the fabric does not feed for example if it is too thick increase the density of the stitching Changing the stitch width Adjust the stitch width For details refer to Adjusting the stitch width page 55 Memo Before sewing buttonholes check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scra...

Page 88: ...ric and then tie it 8 With a seam ripper cut the middle part of the gimp thread remaining at the top end of the buttonhole Trim off any excess of the gimp thread Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached 1 Raise the presser foot lever and then slide the drop feed lever located at the rear of the machine on the base to to the right a...

Page 89: ...the button holes 6 Start sewing X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches If additional strength is needed to secure the button perform the button sewing operation twice Do not press the thread cutter button 7 Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric and then tie it with the bobbin thread Use scissors to cut the upper thre...

Page 90: ...button sewing foot M and then pull the shank lever toward you 1 Shank lever 2 After sewing is finished cut the upper thread with plenty of excess wind it around the thread between the button and the fabric and then tie it to the upper thread at the beginning of the stitching Tie together the ends of the bobbin thread at the end and at the beginning of the stitching at the wrong side of the fabric ...

Page 91: ...g stitch continue sewing to the edge of the fabric 1 Basting stitching 2 Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening 3 Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 4 Align the seam with the center of the zipper and then baste the zipper in place 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Basting stiching 3 Zipper 5 Attach the presser foot holder to the r...

Page 92: ...ides of the fabric facing each other sew reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening For details refer to Basic Stitching page 74 2 Using a basting stitch continue sewing to the edge of the fabric 1 Basting stitching 2 Reverse stitches 3 Wrong side of fabric 4 End of zipper opening 3 Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric When using zipper foo...

Page 93: ...esser foot page 37 7 Select stitch 3 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 8 Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the extra 3 mm 1 8 inch starting from the base of the zipper 9 When you are about 5 cm 2 inch from the end of the zipper stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered in the fabric raise the presser foot lever and then open the zipper and continue sewing 1 2 1 2 I 1 ...

Page 94: ... Needle drop point b Topstitch around the zipper Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot 1 Right side of fabric 2 End of zipper opening 3 Reverse stitches 4 Beginning of stitching 5 Basting stitching c When you are about 5 cm 2 inch from the end of the zipper stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered in the fabric and...

Page 95: ...3 Select stitch 1 4 Loosen the positioning screw on the back of the presser foot 1 Positioning screw 5 Slide the presser foot over either the left or right feed dog Left sewing position Right sewing position 6 Change the needle position so that the needle does not touch the presser foot For details refer to Adjusting the stitch width page 55 1 Needle drop point Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Appli...

Page 96: ...Remove the basting stitching Inserting a piping 1 Place the piping between two fabrics inside out as shown below 1 Fabric 2 Piping 3 Fabric 2 Refer to the steps of attaching the optional adjustable zipper piping foot on the previous page 3 Sew along the piping 4 After sewing turn them over When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper otherwise the needle may bend or break 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 97: ...y that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used 1 Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric 1 Elastic tape 2 Pin 2 Attach zigzag foot J For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Lengt...

Page 98: ...le stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand When sewing be sure that the needle does not touch any pins otherwise the needle may bend or break CAUTION ...

Page 99: ...ching 3 5 1 8 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 4 1 16 0 0 4 0 0 3 16 Appliqué stitch 19 Attaching appliqués 3 5 1 8 2 5 5 0 3 32 3 16 2 5 3 32 1 6 4 0 1 16 3 16 61 Attaching appliqués and binding 1 5 1 16 0 5 5 0 1 32 3 16 1 2 1 16 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Piecing straight stitch 57 Piecing straight stitching with a seam allowance of 6 5 mm from the right edge of the presser foot 5 5 7 32 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 6 1 16 0 2 5 0 1...

Page 100: ...37 5 Select a stitch For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 6 Turn the balance wheel toward you and then begin sewing around the edge of the appliqué making sure that the needle drops just outside of the appliqué When sewing around corners stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqué raise the presser foot lever and then turn the fabric as needed to change ...

Page 101: ...ong the seam allowance of the fabric that you wish to piece together 2 Attach zigzag foot J For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Select stitch 57 or 58 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric For a seam allowance on the right side Align the right side of the presser foot with the edge of the f...

Page 102: ...der When sewing with the walking foot sew at a speed between slow and medium When quilting use a 90 14 home sewing machine needle The walking foot can only be used with straight or zigzag stitch patterns Reverse stitches cannot be sewn with the walking foot Only select straight or zigzag stitch patterns with reinforcement stitches For details refer to Stitch Settings on page 128 Using the optional...

Page 103: ...r foot holder screw using the screwdriver in your left hand 1 Pin on quilting foot 2 Presser foot holder screw 3 Needle clamp screw 4 Slide the drop feed lever located at the rear of the machine on the base to to the right as seen from the front of the machine 1 Feed dog position switch as seen from the rear of the machine 2 Back side X The feed dogs are lowered 5 Turn on the sewing machine and th...

Page 104: ...kly and easily be adjusted In this case the sewing speed is adjusted with the foot controller 1 Connect the foot controller For details refer to Starting to sew page 49 2 Attach zigzag foot J For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Turn on the sewing machine and then press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 4 Press and arrow keys until is selected 5...

Page 105: ...ide the controller to the right to make the width wider Adjust the sewing speed with the foot controller Memo When the foot controller is plugged in start stop button cannot be used to start sewing 0 When you are finished sewing set the stitch width control setting back to OFF Memo Although the stitching result differs depending on the type of fabric being sewn and the thickness of the thread bein...

Page 106: ...length of the bar tack Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot A to the desired length The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm 3 16 inch 1 Presser foot scale 2 Length of bar tack 3 5 mm 3 16 inch A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm 1 1 8 inch can be sewn Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Key Application Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Presser Foot ...

Page 107: ...erwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size 1 Do not reduce the gap 5 Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible 1 Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot 1 Buttonhole lever 2 Bracket 6 Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand and then start sewing X Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews ...

Page 108: ... 28 mm 1 1 8 inch can be sewn 2 Attach buttonhole foot A For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Select stitch 52 or 53 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 Position the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm 1 16 inch in front of the area to be darned and then lower the presser foot lever 1 Tear 2 2 mm 1 16 inch Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser...

Page 109: ...he upper thread in your left hand and then start sewing X Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops 7 Cut the threads raise the presser foot lever and then remove the fabric 8 Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position Memo If the fabric does not feed for example because it is too thick increase the stitch length For details refer to Adjusti...

Page 110: ...n lower the presser foot lever 5 Start sewing X Once sewing is completed the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches then stops 6 Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet When using the eyelet punch place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric Memo If thin thread is used the stitching may be coarse If this ...

Page 111: ...1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 26 5 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 27 5 0 3 16 2 5 7 0 3 32 1 4 2 5 3 32 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Scallop stitch 21 Satin scallop stitching 5 0 3 16 2 5 7 0 3 32 1 4 0 5 1 32 0 1 1 0 1 64 1 16 N Decorative stitch 33 Lace sewing decorative hemming heirloom stitching etc 3 5 1 8 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 2 5 3 32 1 6 4 0 1 16 3 16 34 6 0 15 64 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 3 0 1 8 1 5 4 0 1 1...

Page 112: ...presser foot page 37 4 Select stitch 26 or 27 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 5 Set the stitch width to 7 0 mm 1 4 inch For details refer to Adjusting the stitch width page 55 6 Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric 7 After sewing is finished remove the paper Decorative stitch 29 Decorative stitching 4 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 3 0...

Page 113: ...Be careful not to cut the stitches Smocking The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called smocking It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric 1 Attach zigzag foot J For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 2 Select the straight stitch and then adjust the stitch length to 4 0 mm 3 ...

Page 114: ...shells are called shell tucks They are used to decorate trims the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics 1 Fold the fabric along the bias 2 Attach zigzag foot J For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Select stitch 20 and then increase the thread tension For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 Sew while making sure that the needle drops slightly off the edge of...

Page 115: ... to Replacing the presser foot page 37 2 Sew together the right sides of the two pieces of fabric and then open up the seam allowances 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 6 5 mm 1 4 inch seam allowance 3 Straight stitch 3 Select stitch 22 23 or 24 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces up and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser f...

Page 116: ...achine may be damaged Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front 2 Attach monogramming foot N For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Select a stitch The stitches that can be used are 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 or 41 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 Select a stitch width of 6 0 mm 15 64 inch or less 4 Start sewing Select a stitch width of 6...

Page 117: ...fer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 With the right side of the fabric facing up sew along the right edge of the frayed section 5 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 6 Press and arrow keys until is selected 7 Press OK key X The screen for mirror imaging the pattern appears 8 Press to select To return to press X The pattern is flipped 9 Press OK key X The initial...

Page 118: ... the fabric separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm 3 16 inch 1 4 mm 3 16 inch 2 Attach monogramming foot N For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 3 Select stitch 36 For details refer to Selecting stitching page 68 4 Sew along the center of the unfrayed section 1 N ...

Page 119: ...izer material to the fabric Needles and threads When sewing thin mediumweight or stretch fabrics use the ball point needle When sewing thick fabrics use a 90 14 home sewing machine needle In addition 50 to 60 thread should be used Trial sewing Depending on the type and thickness of the fabric being sewn and whether or not stabilizer material is used the desired result may not be achieved Be sure t...

Page 120: ...and sewn together 1 Select the first pattern and then press OK key X The first pattern is selected and appears in the LCD When the sewing is started the selected pattern is sewn repeatedly until the sewing machine is stopped 2 Press the key in the operation panel X The screen for selecting a pattern appears again 3 Select the next pattern and then press OK key To select a different stitch type pre...

Page 121: ...r details refer to Storing a pattern page 120 Repeat sewing patterns To repeatedly sew the combined pattern follow the procedure described below 1 Select the pattern For details refer to Combining patterns on the previous page 2 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected 4 Press OK key X The screen for specifying repeat sewing a...

Page 122: ...n Up to 70 patterns can be combined If all of the selected patterns cannot be displayed in the LCD at the same time the pattern can be checked according to the following procedure 1 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 2 Press and arrow keys until is selected 3 Press OK key X The screen for checking the pattern appears 4 Press and to scroll through the pattern an...

Page 123: ...operation panel X The settings screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected 4 Press OK key X The screen for changing the pattern size appears 5 Press and until the desired size is selected Select for the small size or select for the large size X The pattern size is changed 6 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears again Memo The large pattern size is the default If the small pa...

Page 124: ...e initial stitch screen appears again and the stitching density is changed Changing the pattern length The length of one part of a satin stitch can be set to one of five sizes 1 Select a satin stitch 2 Press settings key in the operation panel X The settings screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected 4 Press OK key X The screen for changing the length of a satin stitch appears 5 Press...

Page 125: ...s screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected 4 Press OK key X The screen for mirror imaging the pattern appears 5 Press to select To return to press X The pattern is mirror imaged 6 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears again 1 Normal 2 Mirror imaged Memo Some of the utility and decorative patterns can be mirror imaged Mirror imaged patterns can also be combined with other ...

Page 126: ...h 5 where you wish to store the pattern is selected indicates an empty pocket indicates a pocket where a pattern is already stored 6 Press OK key X The contents of the selected pocket are displayed 7 Check the contents and then press OK key The contents stored in the pocket are overwritten X Saving appears while the pattern is being stored in the pocket Do not turn off the sewing machine while a p...

Page 127: ... fabric being sewn or the sewing speed If this occurs adjust the pattern while sewing on a piece of scrap fabric that is the same as that used for your project 1 Attach monogramming foot N For details refer to Replacing the presser foot page 37 2 Press stitch selection key in the operation panel X The screen containing the various types of stitches appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected ...

Page 128: ... settings screen appears 7 Press and arrow keys until is selected 8 Press OK key X The screen for adjusting the pattern appears 9 Press or X Make the necessary adjustments according to how the pattern is sewn Press to increase the adjustment setting Press to decrease the adjustment setting 0 Start sewing again and then check the pattern Continue adjusting the pattern until it is sewn correctly a W...

Page 129: ...one continuous line and with the start point and the end point of the design at the same height 2 If the pattern will be repeated determine the space between the repeating patterns 3 Mark the points in the pattern that are positioned at intersections in the grid and then link those points with a continuous straight line 4 Determine the sewing order For a more attractive stitch close the pattern by...

Page 130: ...ect the horizontal coordinate and press and to select the vertical coordinate and then press OK key 6 Specify the coordinates of the second point and then press OK key X A screen appears allowing you to specify the settings for the stitching between the two points 7 Specify whether single stitching or triple stitching will be sewn between the points Press and to select for single stitching or for ...

Page 131: ...titches With this screen displayed pressing back key allows you to add or remove points Memo To store the entered pattern data store it from the embroidery screen For details refer to Storing a pattern page 120 The pattern in the LCD will appear different from the pattern drawn in the grid sheet set and the actual sewn stitch Also refer to these when entering the design ...

Page 132: ...3 7 35 8 27 10 2 8 37 12 28 5 0 9 35 14 29 10 2 10 32 14 30 16 1 11 30 11 31 19 0 12 30 5 32 23 0 13 29 3 33 22 6 14 26 8 34 17 10 15 24 10 35 22 6 16 18 13 36 23 0 17 13 14 37 19 0 18 12 14 38 42 0 19 13 12 Point Point 0 0 0 20 16 10 1 3 5 21 18 12 2 5 8 22 21 13 3 8 11 23 25 14 4 12 13 24 28 14 5 17 14 25 33 13 6 20 14 26 37 11 7 24 13 27 41 8 8 27 12 28 43 5 9 29 11 29 44 0 10 31 9 11 32 6 12 3...

Page 133: ...4 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter Stitch Settings 128 Maintenance 135 Troubleshooting 137 Index 144 ...

Page 134: ...stitching 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No Stretch stitch 5 J Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitch ing 1 0 1 16 1 0 3 0 1 16 1 8 2 5 3 32 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No Basting stitch 6 J Temporarily securing 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 No Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No Zigz...

Page 135: ...3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 2 5 3 32 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No Satin scallop stitch 21 N Scallop stitching 5 0 3 16 2 5 7 0 3 32 1 4 0 5 1 32 0 1 1 0 1 64 1 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No Joining stitch 22 J Patchwork stitching and decorative stitch ing 4 0 3 16 0 0 7 0 0 1 4 1 2 1 16 0 2 4 0 1 64 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment t...

Page 136: ...ive hemming on thin mediumweight and plain weave fab rics heirloom stitch ing etc 5 0 3 16 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 4 0 3 16 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No 37 N Decorative hemming on thin mediumweight and plain weave fab rics heirloom stitch ing etc 5 0 3 16 1 5 7 0 1 16 1 4 2 5 3 32 1 5 4 0 1 16 3 16 Yes Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No 38 N Decorat...

Page 137: ...No Automatic reinforce ment Thread cut ting No 53 A Darning thick fabrics 7 0 1 4 2 5 7 0 3 32 1 4 2 0 1 16 0 4 2 5 1 64 3 32 No Automatic reinforce ment Thread cut ting No Bar tack stitch 54 A Reinforcing openings and areas where the seam easily comes loose 2 0 1 16 1 0 3 0 1 16 1 8 0 4 1 64 0 3 1 0 1 64 1 16 No Automatic reinforce ment Thread cut ting No Button sewing stitch 55 M Button sewing 3...

Page 138: ... S Overcasting on thin and mediumweight fabrics while cutting the fabric 3 5 1 8 3 5 5 0 1 8 3 16 2 0 1 16 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 No Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No 66 S Overcasting on thick fabrics while cutting the fabric 5 0 3 16 3 5 5 0 1 8 3 16 2 5 3 32 1 0 4 0 1 16 3 16 No Reinforce ment Reinforce ment thread cut ting No 67 S Overcasting on medi umweight and thick fabrics while c...

Page 139: ... 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Satin stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N Yes Large No Yes Yes 11 12 13 14 15 16 Cross stitches 1 2 3 4 5 N No Large No Yes Yes Decorativesatin stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N No Large Yes Yes length only Yes Character stitches Gothic font 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N No Large Small No No Yes 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 4...

Page 140: ... 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 Character stitches Outline style 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N No Large Small No No Yes 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 Stitch Type Pattern Presser Foot Twin Needle Pattern Size Adjustable Stitching Density Adjustable Pattern Length width Left Right Flipping ...

Page 141: ...wipe it again with a dry cloth Cleaning the shuttle race Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the shuttle therefore it should be cleaned periodically 1 Turn off the sewing machine 2 Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover and then slide it toward you 1 Needle plate cover X The needle plate cover is removed 3 Turn the balance wheel toward you until the tip of the shuttle hook align...

Page 142: ...z mark 3 Shuttle Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the shuttle 7 Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle plate and then slide the cover back on 1 2 a b b a c Never use a shuttle that is scratched otherwise the upper thread may become tangled the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer For a new shuttle part code XC3153 321 contact your ne...

Page 143: ...ropriate for the type of fabric being sewn page 33 The presser foot that is used is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew Attach the presser foot that is appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew page 128 The upper thread tension is too tight Loosen the upper thread tension page 54 The fabric is pulled too much Lightly guide the fabric The spool is incorrectly i...

Page 144: ... used Incorrect bobbins will not work properly Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine page 18 The lower thread is tangled or breaks The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed Correctly install the bobbin thread page 22 The bobbin is scratched or does not rotate smoothly or has a burr on it Replace the bobbin The thread is tangled Remove the tangled thread and clean the shuttle pa...

Page 145: ...ulated in the feed dogs or in the shuttle Clean the shuttle page 135 The upper thread was not threaded correctly Correct the upper threading page 24 The shuttle is scratched or has a burr on it Replace the shuttle Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used Incorrect bobbins will not work properly Only use a bobbin desi...

Page 146: ...und below the bobbin winder seat wind the bobbin correctly page 18 Bobbin thread does not wind neatly on the bobbin The thread is not passed through the bobbin winding thread guide correctly Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin winding thread guide page 20 Bobbin spins slowly Move the sewing speed controller to the right so that the speed will be fast page 21 The thread that was pulled out...

Page 147: ...arning stitch was selected and the start stop button was pressed while the buttonhole lever is lowered The buttonhole bar tack or darning stitch was selected and the start stop button was pressed while the button hole lever is raised The start stop button or reverse reinforcement stitch but ton was pressed after a stitch has been deleted A pattern is being stored The bobbin winder is winding the b...

Page 148: ...ghtness of the LCD so that the screens can be seen 4 Turn off the sewing machine then turn it on again Operation beep Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed a beep is sounded For a correct operation One beep is sounded If an incorrect operation is performed Two or four beeps are sounded If the machine locks up for example because the thread is tangled The sewing machine ...

Page 149: ...nel X The settings screen appears 3 Press and arrow keys until is selected 4 Press OK key X The screen for changing the beep setting appears 5 Press to select To return to press X The machine is now set so that it will not beep 6 Press OK key X The initial stitch screen appears again Removing the upper cover If the upper cover of the sewing machine was removed re attach it as described in the foll...

Page 150: ...ection 62 changing the needle 35 checking patterns 116 cleaning 135 cleaning brush Cover A 136 combining patterns 114 crazy quilt stitching 95 creating patterns 123 cross stitch 113 cross wound thread 19 curves 62 cylindrical pieces 42 D darning 102 designing patterns 123 E elastic tape 91 electrical outlet 11 error messages 141 even seam allowance 64 extra spool pin Cover A 29 eyelet 104 eyelet p...

Page 151: ...allop stitching 107 screen language 17 screwdriver Cover A 35 seam ripper Cover A 81 selecting stitching 68 settings 14 settings key Cover E 14 sewing machine help key Cover E 13 sewing machine needles 33 sewing speed 49 sewing speed controller Cover B Cover D 98 shell tuck stitch 108 shutter 26 shuttle 135 shuttle hook 135 side cutter 1 72 side view Cover C size 117 sleeves 100 smocking 107 spool...

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