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XE3116-001

Printed in China

Product Code 885-V31/V33

GETTING READY

SEWING BASICS

UTILITY STITCHES

EMBROIDERY

APPENDIX

Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine

Operation Manual

Operation Manual 885-V31/V33

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the

"Important Safety Instructions", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions.

In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future

reference.

Important Safety Instructions

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.

This machine is intended for household use.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock

1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning,

when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the

machine unattended.

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

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or

when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual

• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp

the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.

• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.

•Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.

3 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has

been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest

authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat,

discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord.

• When transporting the sewing machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the sewing

machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could

cause injuries.

•When lifting the sewing machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements,

otherwise you may injure your back or knees.

4 Always keep your work area clear:

•Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the

sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

•Do not store objects on the foot controller.

•Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.

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•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being

administered.

•Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine,

power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

•Do not place this sewing machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table,

otherwise the sewing machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

5 Special care is required when sewing:

•Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.

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

• Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments

in the needle area.

•Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.

•Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand

stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.

6 This machine is not a toy:

• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.

• The plastic bag that this sewing machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of

children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of

suffocation.

• Do not use outdoors.

7 For a longer service life:

• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store

the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.

• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders

can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.

• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,

needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

8 For repair or adjustment:

• If the Light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.

• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table

in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem

persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.

Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.

Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

Save these instructions.

The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

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

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying

the mark, rating as marked on plug.

• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.

• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should

contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.

FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

This sewing machine is not intended to be used by young children, and assistance may be required if

used by a person with a disability.

Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1

Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................. 1

Machine Features ................................................................................................................7

Accessories ..........................................................................................................................8

Included accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Optional accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 9

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...................................................................10

Front view....................................................................................................................................................... 10

Needle and presser foot section ...................................................................................................................... 11

Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................ 11

Operation buttons ........................................................................................................................................... 12

Operation panel .............................................................................................................................................. 13

GETTING READY 15

Turning the Machine On/Off .............................................................................................16

Power supply precautions ............................................................................................................................... 16

Turning on the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17

Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................................. 17

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation.............................................................................18

Viewing the LCD ............................................................................................................................................. 18

Changing the machine settings ........................................................................................................................ 19

Checking machine operating procedures ........................................................................................................ 21

Winding/Installing the Bobbin........................................................................................... 22

Bobbin precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 22

Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 22

Installing the bobbin ....................................................................................................................................... 27

Upper Threading ............................................................................................................... 31

About the spool of thread ................................................................................................................................ 31

Threading the upper thread ............................................................................................................................. 32

Using the twin needle ..................................................................................................................................... 36

Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................ 39

Needle precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 39

Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types ...................................................................... 39

Checking the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 40

Replacing the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 41

Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................43

Presser foot precautions .................................................................................................................................. 43

Replacing the presser foot ............................................................................................................................... 43

Removing and attaching the presser foot holder .............................................................................................. 45

Sewing Cylindrical Pieces.................................................................................................. 46

Free-arm sewing .............................................................................................................................................. 46

SEWING BASICS 47

Sewing............................................................................................................................... 48

General sewing procedure .............................................................................................................................. 48

Selecting stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 49

Positioning the fabric ...................................................................................................................................... 50

Starting to sew................................................................................................................................................. 51

Securing the stitching ...................................................................................................................................... 53

Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 55

Setting the Stitch ...............................................................................................................57

Adjusting the stitch width ................................................................................................................................ 57

Adjusting the stitch length ............................................................................................................................... 59

Adjusting the thread tension ............................................................................................................................ 59

Useful Functions................................................................................................................ 61

Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches....................................................................................... 61

Automatically cutting the thread ..................................................................................................................... 62

Mirroring stitches ............................................................................................................................................ 63

Saving stitch settings ....................................................................................................................................... 64

Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................ 65

Trial sewing .................................................................................................................................................... 65

Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................ 65

Sewing curves ................................................................................................................................................. 65

Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................ 65

Sewing hook-and-loop fastener ....................................................................................................................... 66

Sewing thin fabrics.......................................................................................................................................... 66

Sewing stretch fabrics ...................................................................................................................................... 67

Sewing an even seam allowance ..................................................................................................................... 67

UTILITY STITCHES 69

Stitch Setting Chart ...........................................................................................................70

Utility stitches ................................................................................................................................................. 70

Overcasting Stitches.......................................................................................................... 74

Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G" .................................................................................... 74

Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J" ............................................................................................. 75

Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter ............................................................................... 76

Basic Stitching ...................................................................................................................78

Basting ............................................................................................................................................................ 78

Basic stitching ................................................................................................................................................. 78

Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................80

Buttonhole Stitching ..........................................................................................................83

Buttonhole sewing .......................................................................................................................................... 84

Button sewing ................................................................................................................................................. 88

Zipper Insertion .................................................................................................................90

Inserting a centered zipper .............................................................................................................................. 90

Inserting a side zipper ..................................................................................................................................... 92

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape .............................................................................95

Stretch stitching ............................................................................................................................................... 95

Elastic attaching .............................................................................................................................................. 96

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ..........................................................................97

Appliqué stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 98

Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ..................................................................................................................... 99

Piecing ............................................................................................................................................................ 99

Quilting ........................................................................................................................................................ 100

Free-motion quilting ...................................................................................................................................... 102

Reinforcement Stitching ..................................................................................................103

Triple stretch stitching ................................................................................................................................... 103

Bar tack stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 103

Darning ......................................................................................................................................................... 106

Eyelet Stitching ................................................................................................................108

Decorative Stitching ........................................................................................................109

Fagoting ........................................................................................................................................................ 110

Scallop stitching ............................................................................................................................................ 111

Smocking ...................................................................................................................................................... 112

Shell tuck stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 113

Joining .......................................................................................................................................................... 114

Heirloom stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 114

EMBROIDERY 117

Embroidering Neatly .......................................................................................................118

What to prepare ............................................................................................................................................ 118

Embroidery step by step ................................................................................................................................ 119

Attaching the Embroidery Foot .......................................................................................120

Attaching the embroidery foot ...................................................................................................................... 120

Removing the embroidery foot ..................................................................................................................... 122

Attaching the Embroidery Unit ........................................................................................123

Embroidery unit precautions ......................................................................................................................... 123

Attaching the embroidery unit ....................................................................................................................... 123

Removing the embroidery unit ...................................................................................................................... 125

Preparing the Fabric ........................................................................................................126

Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ................................................................................................... 126

Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame..................................................................................................... 127

Attaching the Embroidery Frame .....................................................................................130

Attaching the embroidery frame .................................................................................................................... 130

Removing the embroidery frame ................................................................................................................... 131

Selecting Embroidery Patterns .........................................................................................132

Copyright information ................................................................................................................................... 132

Embroidery pattern types ............................................................................................................................... 132

LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ........................................................................................................... 133

Selecting alphabet characters ........................................................................................................................ 136

Selecting an embroidery pattern .................................................................................................................... 137

Selecting a frame pattern............................................................................................................................... 137

Using an embroidery card ............................................................................................................................. 138

Embroidering................................................................................................................... 139

Embroidering a pattern .................................................................................................................................. 139

Appliquéing ................................................................................................................................................. 141

Editing and Saving Patterns .............................................................................................143

Adjusting the layout and the size................................................................................................................... 143

Adjusting the thread tension .......................................................................................................................... 145

Connecting character patterns....................................................................................................................... 146

Resewing ...................................................................................................................................................... 147

Thread runs out partway through a design..................................................................................................... 148

Stopping while embroidering ........................................................................................................................ 148

Saving patterns.............................................................................................................................................. 150

APPENDIX 151

Care and Maintenance .................................................................................................... 152

Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 152

Cleaning the race .......................................................................................................................................... 152

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................154

Error messages .............................................................................................................................................. 159

Adjusting the LCD ......................................................................................................................................... 163

Operation beep............................................................................................................................................. 163

Index ............................................................................................................................... 165

Machine Features

aAutomatic thread cutting

The thread can be cut automatically after sewing (page 55, 62).

bFast bobbin winding system

With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can wind bobbins with one press of a button (page 22).

cBuilt-in stitches

You can select from the built-in utility stitches available (page 70).

dSeven-point feed dogs

Ensure smooth, even feeding of multiple fabric layers and a variety of fabric weights (page 11).

eQuick-set bobbin

You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 27).

fBright light

The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to work on dark fabrics.

gLighting Start/Stop button

When the green light is on, the machine is ready to sew. A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is

warming up (page 12).

hEasy-to-use needle threader

You can thread the needle easily by one press of a lever (page 32).

iEmbroidery

You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery

cards (page 117).

Accessories

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

damaged, contact your dealer.

Included accessories

Note

zFoot controller: Model T

This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V33.The product code is

mentioned on the machine rating plate.

zThe securing screw on the side of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer.

(Part code: 132730-122)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.*1

11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.

20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.*2

28.*2 29. 30. 31. 32. 33.

*1 75/11 2 needles

90/14 2 needles

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

*2 Not included depending on the model.

Memo

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

notice.

■Bobbin clip

Use the bobbin clip to prevent the end of the thread wound onto the bobbin from loosening.

The bobbin clips can be connected each other.

Optional accessories

The following are available as optional accessories.

Memo

zTo obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/],

or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA).

zVisit your nearest authorized dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your

machine.

No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code

U.S.A. / Canada

Others

U.S.A. / Canada

Others

1 Buttonhole foot "A" XC2691-023 18 Spool cap (small) 130013-154

2 Overcasting foot "G" XC3098-051 19 Extra spool pin XE2241-001

3 Monogramming foot "N" XD0810-031 20 Spool net XA5523-020

4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 21 Foot controller XD0501-021(EU area)

XC8816-021(other areas)

5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) XC3021-031 22 Scissors XC1807-121

6 Blind stitch foot "R" XC4051-031 23 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051

7 Button fitting foot "M" XE2137-001 24 Embroidery foot "Q" XD0474-051

8 Seam ripper X54243-051 25

Embroidery set (medium)

H 10 cm X W 10 cm

(H 4 inches X W 4 inches)

SA432 EF62:

XA6628-102

9Bobbin (4)

SA156 SFB:

XA5539-151

26 Embroidery bobbin thread

(white) XC6283-001

Bobbin clip (3) XE3060-001 27 Accessory bag XC4487-021

10 Needle set XE58358-021 28 Soft cover XC4842-022

11 Twin needle X59296-121 29 Operation manual XE3116-001

12 Cleaning brush X59476-021 30 Quick reference guide XE3118-001

13 Eyelet punch 135793-001 31 DVD XE3365-001

14 Screwdriver XC4237-021 32 Language setting sheet XE3124-001

15 Touch pen XE3069-001 33 Felt with stabilizer 182986-024

16 Spool cap (large) 130012-054

17 Spool cap (medium) (on

machine) XE1372-001

Part Name Part Code

U.S.A. / Canada

Other

Embroidery bobbin

thread (white) SAEBT EBT-CEN

X81164-001

Embroidery bobbin

thread (black) SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN

XC5520-001

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions

The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the

sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.

Front view

aThread guide cover (page 24, 33)

Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when

winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine.

bThread guide (page 24, 33)

Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding

the bobbin thread and threading the machine.

cSpool pin (page 23, 32)

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

dBobbin winder (page 22)

Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.

eLCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18)

Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error

messages appear in the LCD.

fOperation panel (page 13)

Use the keys on this panel to select stitches or

embroidery patterns, or check how to use the sewing

machine, etc.

gEmbroidery unit connector slot (page 123)

Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit.

hPresser foot lever (page 50)

Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower

the presser foot .

iOperation buttons (page 12)

Use these buttons to operate the machine.

jFlat bed attachment (page 46)

Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing

cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs.

kThread cutter (page 56)

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

lNeedle threader lever (page 35)

Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle.

mThread tension dial (page 59, 145)

Adjust the upper thread tension with this dial.

nThread take-up lever (page 34)

oBobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc

(page 24)

Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the

pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread.

Needle and presser foot

section

aButtonhole lever (page 86)

Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes

and bar tacks.

bThread guide disk (page 34)

Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when

using the needle threader to thread the needle.

cNeedle bar thread guide (page 34)

Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread

guide.

dNeedle plate (page 67)

The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing

straight seams.

eNeedle plate cover (page 152)

Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case

and race.

fBobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28)

Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin

into the bobbin case.

gFeed dogs (page 88)

The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.

hPresser foot (page 43, 50)

The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the

fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate

presser foot for the selected stitching.

iPresser foot holder (page 45)

The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder.

Right-side/rear view

aHandle

Carry the sewing machine by its handle when

transporting the machine.

bHandwheel (page 50)

Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to

raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.

cEmbroidery card slot (page 138)

Insert the embroidery card.

dAir vent

The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be

exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing

machine is being used.

eMain power switch (page 17)

Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine

on and off.

fFoot controller jack (page 52)

Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable

into the foot controller jack.

gPower supply jack (page 17)

Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power

supply jack.

hDrop feed lever (page 88)

Use the drop feed lever to lower the feed dogs.

Memo

zRefer to pages 10 through 13 while you are

learning to use your machine.

Operation buttons

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

aStart/stop button

Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The

machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of

sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is

stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details,

refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).

The button changes color according to the machine’s

operation mode.

Memo

zWhen the foot controller is plugged in,

(Start/stop button) cannot be used to

start or stop sewing.

bNeedle position button

Press the needle position button to raise or lower the

needle. Be sure to raise the needle before threading the

needle. Use this button to change the sewing direction

or for detailed sewing in small areas. Pressing the

button twice sews one stitch.

cReverse/reinforcement stitch button

Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew

reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse

stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to

sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches

are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.

For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 53).

dThread cutter button

Press the thread cutter button after sewing is stopped to

cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. For details,

refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 55).

CAUTION

Note

zDo not press the thread cutter button if there

is no fabric under the presser foot or while

the machine is sewing, otherwise damage to

the machine may occur.

zWhen cutting nylon thread or other special

threads, use the thread cutter on the side of

the machine. For details, refer to "Using the

thread cutter" (page 56).

eSewing speed controller

Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing

speed.

Green: The machine is ready to sew or is

sewing.

Red: The machine can not sew.

Orange: The machine is winding the bobbin

thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is

moved to the right side.

●Do not press the thread cutter button

after the threads have already been cut,

otherwise the needle may break, the

threads may become tangled or damage

to the machine may occur.

Operation panel

The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys.

aLCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)

Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error

messages appear in the LCD.

Touch the keys displayed on the LCD with your finger

or the touch pen to perform operations.

For details, refer to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Operation" (page 18).

bBack key

Press to return to the previous screen.

cPrevious page key

Displays the previous page when there are items that

are not displayed on the LCD.

dNext page key

Displays the next page when there are items that are not

displayed on the LCD.

eMemory key

Press to enter alphabet character embroidery or

embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted, etc.

into the sewing machine memory.

fUtility stitch key

Press this key to select a utility stitch.

gEmbroidery key

Press this key to sew embroidery.

hSettings key

Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound,

and more.

iSewing machine help key

Press to get help on using the sewing machine. Displays

simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin

winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement /

embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame

attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot

replacement.

1 GETTING READY

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

Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................16

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation..................................................................18

Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................22

Upper Threading .....................................................................................................31

Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................39

Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................43

Sewing Cylindrical Pieces........................................................................................46

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Turning the Machine On/Off

This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.

Power supply precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.

WARNING

CAUTION

●Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may

result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.

●Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and

the power supply jack on the machine.

●Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.

●Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:

• When you are away from the machine

• After using the machine

• When the power fails during use

• When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection

• During electrical storms

●Use only the power cord included with this machine.

●Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to

them. Fire or electric shock may result.

●Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.

●When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to

remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric

shock.

●Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted,

or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These

things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged,

take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.

●Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a

fire may result.

Turning the Machine On/Off 17

Turning on the machine

Prepare the included power cord.

aMake sure that the sewing machine is turned

off (the main power switch is set to " "), and

then plug the power supply cord into the

power supply jack on the right side of the

machine.

bInsert the plug of the power supply cord into a

house hold electrical outlet.

aPower supply jack

cPress the right side of the main power switch

on the right side of the machine to turn the

machine on (set it to "|").

XThe light, LCD and (Start/stop button)

light up when the machine is turned on.

Memo

zWhen the machine is turned on, the needle

and the feed dogs will make sound when

they move; this is not a malfunction.

Turning off the machine

When you have finished using the sewing machine,

turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing

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

aMake sure that the machine is not sewing.

bPress the left side of the main power switch on

the right side of the machine to turn the

machine off (set it to " ").

XThe light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go

off when the machine is turned off.

cUnplug the power supply cord from the

electrical outlet.

Grasp the plug when unplugging the power

supply cord.

dUnplug the power cord from the power supply

jack.

Note

zIf a power outage occurs while the sewing

machine is being operated, turn off the

sewing machine and unplug the power

supply cord. When restarting the sewing

machine, follow the necessary procedure to

correctly operate the machine.

(For U.S.A. only)

zThis appliance has a polarized plug (one

blade wider than the other). To reduce the

risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended

to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,

reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact

a qualified electrician to install the proper

outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation

Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front

of the sewing machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the LCD, and

make operations by directly touching the icons with your finger or a touch pen. For details, refer to

"Operation panel" (page 13).

Viewing the LCD

When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on. When you touch the LCD screen according to the message

displayed on the screen with your finger or a touch pen, the following utility stitch selection screen is displayed.

aSelected stitch

bPresser foot to be used

cStitches

dStitch settings and twin needle sewing

eStitch width

fStitch length

gNumber of the selected stitch

hNumber of stitches contained

iHorizontal mirror image

jAutomatic thread cutting

kAutomatic reverse/reinforcement

lSingle/twin needle sewing and needle stop

position

Memo

zA different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached. The details are explained in

"Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137).

zRefer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on the LCD.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 19

Changing the machine settings

Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed.

The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on operation, refer to the next

page.

Memo

zThe item shown in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of purchase.

Attribute Icon Details Settings

Needle position Specifies where the needle is positioned when

the sewing machine is stopped. Down Up

Stitch width

control Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with the

sewing speed controller (page 58).

Thread color

display

Changes the thread color display on the

embroidery screen (page 133).

Thread color/Time to

embroider/Needle count/

Thread number (#123)

(When "Thread No.#123" is selected)

Embroidery/Country/Madeira

poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/

Robison Anton

Display unit Selects the measurement units that are

displayed (only for embroidering) (page 134). mm/INCH

Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded with

each operation (page 163).

Initial needle

position

Selects whether "1Straight stitch (left)" or

"3Straight stitch (middle)" that is

automatically selected when the machine is

turned on.

Language Allows the language used in the screens to be

changed.

English/German/French/

Italian/Dutch/Spanish/

Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/

Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/

Russian/Korean/Thai/others

LCD brightness Adjust the brightness of the LCD (page 163). Lighter Darker

Product number NO.: The "NO." is the number for the embroidery and

sewing machine. -

Program version Version: Display the program version. -

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aTurn on the sewing machine.

The highlig hted display is t he initial setting.

XThe LCD comes on.

bPress (Settings key) on the display

panel.

XThe setting screen appears.

cPress the item to be set.

Switch the screen using (Previous page

key) and (Next page key).

• The following screens show their default

settings.

Example: Changing the needle stop position

dWhen settings are complete, press

(Back key).

XThe initial stitch screen appears again.

Memo

z"NO" is the individual number for the

sewing machine.

z"VERSION" is the program version which is

installed in the sewing machine.

zSettings that are changed are saved even if

the power is turned off.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21

Checking machine operating

procedures

Simple explanations can be referred on the LCD

display for the following items.

Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread /

bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle

replacement / embroidery unit attachment /

embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot

attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD.

aTurn on the sewing machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

bPress (Sewing machine help key) on

the display panel.

XThe sewing machine help screen appears.

cPress the item to be displayed.

XThe first screen describing the procedure for

the selected topic appears.

dPress (Next page key) to switch to the

next page.

If you press (Previous page key), you

return to the previous page.

Press (Back key) to return to the item

selection screen.

Example: Upper threading

eAfter you finish viewing, press (Back

key) two times.

XThe initial stitch screen appears again.

Memo

zFor details on each topic, refer to the

corresponding page in this Operation

Manual.

a Upper threading

b Bobbin winding

c Bobbin installation

d Needle replacement

e Presser foot replacement

f Embroidery foot attachment

g Embroidery frame attachment

h Embroidery unit attachment

abc

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Winding/Installing the Bobbin

This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.

Bobbin precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin.

CAUTION

Winding the bobbin

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

aBobbin-winding thread guide

bBobbin winder shaft

cBobbin

●Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this

sewing machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.

●The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other

models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or

bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).

This model Other model

11.5 mm

(7/16 inch)

Actual size

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23

aTurn on the sewing machine.

bPlace the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so

that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch

in the bobbin.

Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into

place.

aNotch

bBobbin winder shaft spring

cSlide the bobbin winder in the direction of the

arrow until it snaps into place.

X(Start/stop button) lights up in orange.

dPick up the spool pin and remove the spool

cap that is inserted onto the spool pin.

aSpool cap

bSpool pin

ePlace the spool of thread for the bobbin onto

the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is

horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front

at the bottom.

Memo

zFor embroidering, use the embroidery

bobbin thread.

Note

zIf the spool is not positioned so that the

thread unwinds correctly, the thread may

become tangled around the spool pin.

fSlide the spool cap onto the spool pin and

return the spool pin to its original position.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right

as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

●If the spool or the spool cap is not

positioned correctly, the thread may

become tangled around the spool pin or

the machine may be damaged.

●Three spool cap sizes are available,

allowing you to choose a spool cap that

best fits the size of spool being used. If the

spool cap is too small for the spool being

used, the thread may catch on the slit in

the spool or the machine may be

damaged.

●

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Note

zWhen sewing with fine, cross-wound thread,

use the small spool cap, and leave a small

space between the cap and the spool.

aSpool cap (small)

bSpool (cross-wound thread)

cSpace

zWhen using thread that winds off quickly,

such as transparent nylon thread or metallic

thread, place the spool net over the spool

before placing the spool of thread onto the

spool pin. If the spool net is too long, fold it

to fit the size of the spool.

When the spool net is used, the upper thread

tension may become tighter. Before sewing,

refer to "Adjusting the thread tension" (page

59).

aSpool net

bSpool

cSpool cap

dSpool pin

gPull the thread from the spool and pass the

thread under the hook of thread guide.

aThread guide

hPass the thread behind the thread guide cover

and to the front.

While holding the thread near the spool with

your right hand, pull the thread with your left

hand as shown below.

aThread guide cover

iPull the thread to the right, pass it under the

hook of the bobbin-winding thread guide, and

then wind the thread counterclockwise under

the pretension disc, pulling it in as far as

possible.

aBobbin-winding thread guide

Make sure that the thread passes under the

pretension disk.

bHook

cPretension disk

dPull it in as far as possible.

c d

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jWind the end of the thread clockwise around

the bobbin five or six times.

While using your left hand to hold the thread

that was passed through the bobbin-winding

thread guide, use your right hand to wind the

end of the thread.

CAUTION

kPass the end of the thread through the guide

slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull

the thread to the right to cut it.

aGuide slit in bobbin winder seat

(with built-in cutter)

CAUTION

Memo

zMake sure that the thread is correctly set

before starting the bobbin winding.

Otherwise the thread may become tangled

and fail to wind the thread.

lSlide the sewing speed controller to the right.

aSpeed controller

mPress (Start/stop button) once.

When the foot controller is plugged in, press

down on the foot controller.

aStart/stop button

XThe bobbin start winding and "Winding

bobbin thread..." is displayed on the LCD

screen.

Note

zDo not get away from the machine while

winding the bobbin. Make sure that the

bobbin thread is being winded correctly. If

the bobbin thread is winded incorrectly,

press (Start/stop button) or operate the

foot controller immediately to stop the

bobbin winding.

nWhen the bobbin winding stops or becomes

slow, press (Start/stop button) once to

stop the machine.

When the foot controller is plugged in, remove

your foot from the foot controller.

XThe bobbin winding will stop.

CAUTION

●Be sure to pull the thread tightly and

wind it clockwise. If the thread is

wound counterclockwise, the thread

may wind around the bobbin winder

shaft.

●Be sure to cut the thread as described. If

the bobbin is wound without cutting the

thread using the cutter built into the slit

in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may

become tangled in the bobbin or the

needle may bend or break when the

bobbin thread starts to run out.

Wind five or six times.

●When the bobbin winding stops or

becomes slow, stop the machine.

Otherwise, the sewing machine may be

damaged.

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oCut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin

winder shaft to the left, and then remove the

bobbin from the shaft.

Memo

zIf the bobbin winder shaft is set to the right

side, the needle will not move. (Sewing is

impossible.)

pSlide the sewing speed controller back to its

original position.

Memo

zWhen the sewing machine is started or the

handwheel is turned after winding the

bobbin, the machine will make a clicking

sound; this is not a malfunction.

■When the thread became tangled under the

bobbin winder seat.

If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not

passed under the pretension disk of the bobbin-

winding thread guide correctly, the thread may

become tangled under the bobbin winder seat.

In such a case, wind off the thread according to the

following procedure.

aThread

bBobbin winder seat

CAUTION

aIf the thread become tangled under the bobbin

winder seat, press (Start/stop button) once

to stop the bobbin winding.

When the foot controller is plugged in, remove

your foot from the foot controller.

aStart/stop button

●Do not remove the bobbin winder seat

even if the thread become tangled under

the bobbin winder seat. It may result in

injuries.

●Do not remove the screw of the bobbin

winder presser, otherwise the machine

may be damaged; you cannot wind off the

thread by removing the screw.

aScrew of the bobbin winder presser

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 27

bCut the thread with scissors beside the bobbin-

winding thread guide.

aBobbin-winding thread guide

cSlide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and

then remove the bobbin from the shaft.

dHold the thread end with your left hand, and

wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin

with your right hand as shown below.

eWind the bobbin again.

Note

zMake sure that the thread passes under the

pretension disk of the bobbin-winding

thread guide correctly (page 24).

Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

CAUTION

Memo

zThe order that the bobbin thread should be

passed through the bobbin case is indicated

by marks that surround the bobbin case.

●Use a bobbin that has been correctly

wound with thread, otherwise the needle

may break or the thread tension will be

incorrect.

●The included bobbin was designed

specifically for this sewing machine. If

bobbins from other models are used, the

machine will not operate correctly. Use

only the included bobbin or bobbins of

the same type (part code: SA156, SFB

(XA5539-151)).

This model Other model

11.5 mm

(7/16 inch)

Actual size

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aPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle, and then raise the

presser foot lever.

aNeedle position button

bPresser foot lever

bTurn off the sewing machine.

cSlide the bobbin cover latch to the right.

aBobbin cover

bLatch

XThe bobbin cover opens.

dRemove the bobbin cover.

eHold the bobbin with your right hand and hold

the end of the thread with your left hand.

• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.

fInsert the bobbin into the bobbin case with

your right hand.

• Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly.

CAUTION

gLightly hold down the bobbin with your right

hand, and then guide the thread as shown with

your left hand.

hPass the thread through the slot as shown, and

then pull the thread out toward the front.

aCutter

XThe cutter cuts the thread.

●Be sure to insert the bobbin and depress it

to the bottom with your finger.

Otherwise, the thread may break or the

thread tension will be incorrect.

●Be sure to thread the machine as

indicated. Otherwise, the thread may

break or the thread tension will be

incorrect.

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 29

Note

zIf the thread is not correctly inserted through

the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin

case, it may cause incorrect thread tension

(page 59).

aTension-adjusting spring

iReattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the

bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on

the right side.

aTab

bLower-left corner

XThe bobbin threading is finished. You can

begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin

thread.

Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with

the procedure in "Upper Threading" (page 31).

Memo

zWhen making gathers or before free-motion

quilting, pull up the bobbin thread by

following the procedure in "When pulling up

the bobbin thread may be necessary".

■When pulling up the bobbin thread may be

necessary

When making gathers or before free-motion quilting,

first pull up the bobbin thread as described below.

aThread the upper thread.

• Refer to "Upper Threading" (page 31).

bInsert the bobbin into the bobbin case.

• Refer to steps c through f of "Installing the

bobbin" (page 28).

cPass the bobbin thread through the slot.

Note

zDo not cut the thread with the cutter.

zMake the bobbin cover removed.

dWhile lightly holding the upper thread with

your left hand, press (Needle position

button) once or twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

XThe bobbin thread is looped around the

upper thread and can be pulled up.

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eCarefully pull the upper thread upward to pull

out the end of the bobbin thread.

fPull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the

bobbin thread under the presser foot toward

the rear of the machine.

gReattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the

bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on

the right side.

aTab

bLower-left corner

Upper Threading 31

Upper Threading

This section describes how to position the spool for the upper thread, and then thread the needle.

a Mark on handwheel

CAUTION About the spool of thread

Information about the spools of thread is described

below.

CAUTION

●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.

●The needle threader can be used with a

75/11 through 100/16 home sewing

machine needle. When using special

thread such as transparent nylon thread

or metallic thread, the needle threader

cannot be used.

●Thread with a thickness of 130/120 or

thicker cannot be used with the needle

threader.

●The needle threader cannot be used with

the wing needle or the twin needle.

●If the needle threader cannot be used,

refer to "Threading the needle manually

(without using the needle threader)" (page

36).

●Never use the thread of No. 20 or lower.

●Use the needle and the thread in the

correct combination. For details on the

correct combination of needles and

threads, refer to "Selecting the needle

depending on the thread and fabric types"

(page 39).

●If the spool or the spool cap is not

positioned correctly, the thread may

become tangled around the spool pin or

the needle may break.

●Three spool cap sizes are available,

allowing you to choose a spool cap that

best fits the size of spool being used. If the

spool cap is too small for the spool being

used, the thread may catch on the slit in

the spool or the needle may break.

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Threading the upper thread

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

thread the machine.

CAUTION

aTurn on the machine.

bRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

XThe presser foot is raised.

Memo

zIf the presser foot is not raised, the sewing

machine cannot be threaded.

cPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

Note

zThe needle is correctly raised when the mark

on the handwheel is at the top, as shown

below. Check the handwheel and, if this

mark is not at this position, press

(Needle position button) until it is.

aMark on handwheel

dPick up the spool pin and remove the spool

cap that is inserted onto the spool pin.

aSpool pin

bSpool cap

ePlace the spool of thread onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is

horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front

at the bottom.

●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.

Upper Threading 33

fSlide the spool cap onto the spool pin and

return the spool pin to its original position.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right

as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

gPull the thread from the spool and pass the

thread under the hook of the thread guide.

aThread guide

hPass the thread behind the thread guide cover

and to the front.

While holding the thread near the spool with

your right hand, pull the thread with your left

hand as shown below.

aThread guide cover

bThread guide spring

cThread

dWhen the presser foot lever is lowered

Note

zWhen passing the thread behind the thread

guide cover, be sure to use both hands. If

you do not hold the thread with your right

hand, the thread will be loose and you

cannot hang the thread on the thread guide

spring correctly. It may cause incorrect

thread tension.

zMake sure that the presser foot lever is raised

before passing the thread behind the thread

guide cover. If the presser foot lever is

lowered, the thread guide spring is shut and

you cannot hang the thread on the thread

guide spring correctly.

iPass the thread through the guides in the order

shown below.

●If the spool or the spool cap is not

positioned correctly, the thread may

become tangled around the spool pin or

the needle may break.

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jMake sure that the thread is passed into the

thread take-up lever as shown below.

aThread take-up lever

Memo

zIf the needle is not raised, you cannot pass

the thread into the thread take-up lever. Be

sure to press the needle position button to

raise the needle before passing the thread

into the thread take-up lever.

kPass the thread behind the needle bar thread

guide.

The thread can easily be passed behind the

needle bar thread guide by holding the thread

in your left hand, then feeding the thread with

your right hand, as shown.

aNeedle bar thread guide

lLower the presser foot lever to lower the

presser foot.

aPresser foot lever

mPull the end of the thread, which has been

passed through the needle bar thread guide, to

the left, then pass the thread through the notch

of the thread guide (1), and then firmly pull

the thread from the front and insert it into the

slit of the thread guide disk marked "7" all the

way (2).

Make sure that the thread passes the notch of

the thread guide.

aNotch of the thread guide

bThread guide disc

nCut the thread with the cutter on the left side

of the machine.

aThread cutter

Note

zWhen using thread that quickly winds off the

spool, such as metallic thread, it may be

difficult to thread the needle if the thread is

cut.Therefore, instead of using the thread

cutter, pull out about 80 mm (approx. 3

inches) of thread after passing it through the

thread guide disks (marked "7").

a80 mm or more

Upper Threading 35

oLower the needle threader lever on the left

side of the machine as much as possible to

make the hook turn.

aNeedle threader lever

aNeedle

bHook

Note

zIf the needle threader lever is not lowered as

much as possible, the hook will not turn

fully as shown below and the thread will not

pass through the eye of the needle.

In such a case, start from m again.

zIf the needle is not raised, the needle

threader cannot thread the needle. Be sure

to press (Needle position button) to raise

the needle before using the needle threader.

For details, refer to step c of "Threading the

upper thread" (page 32).

pRaise the needle threader lever slowly.

aNeedle threader lever

qRaise the presser foot lever, and carefully pull

the loop of the thread through the eye of the

needle to pull out the end of the thread.

CAUTION

rPass the end of the thread through the presser

foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches)

of thread toward the rear of the machine.

a5cm (2 inches)

XThe upper threading is finished.

●Do not touch a button. If a button is

accidentally pressed, the machine starts

sewing, and your finger may be pricked

with the needle or the needle may break.

●When pulling out the thread, do not pull

it with extreme force, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

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■Threading the needle manually (without using

the needle threader)

When using special thread, such as transparent nylon

thread or metallic thread and the wing needle or the

twin needle which cannot be used with the needle

threader, thread the needle as described below.

aThread the machine to the needle bar thread

guide according to steps a through k on

"Threading the upper thread" (page 32).

bLower the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

cPass the thread through the eye of the needle

from front to back.

CAUTION

dRaise the presser foot lever, pass the end of the

thread through the presser foot, and then pull

out about 5 cm of 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 and the extra

spool pin.

For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the

twin needle, refer to "Stitch Setting Chart" (page 70).

aTwin needle

bExtra spool pin

CAUTION

aInstall the twin needle.

• For details on installing a needle, refer to

"Replacing the needle" (page 41).

bThread the upper thread for the left needle

eye.

For details, refer to steps a through k of

"Threading the upper thread" (page 32).

cManually thread the left needle with the upper

thread.

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle

from the front.

CAUTION

●Do not touch a button. If a button is

accidentally pressed, the machine starts

sewing, and your finger may be pricked

with the needle or the needle may break.

a●Only use the twin needle (part code:

X59296-121). 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.

●The needle threader cannot be used with

the twin needle. If the needle threader is

used with the twin needle, the sewing

machine may be damaged.

Upper Threading 37

dInsert the extra spool pin into the end of the

bobbin winder shaft, and install the thread

spool on it. Then, thread the upper thread.

aBobbin winder shaft

bExtra spool pin

cThread spool

Memo

zWhen setting the thread spool, set it so that

the thread winds off from the front of the

spool.

eThread the upper thread for the right side in

the same way that the upper thread for the left

side was threaded.

• For details, refer to steps g through j of

"Threading the upper thread" (page 33).

fWithout passing the thread through the needle

bar thread guide, manually thread the right

needle.

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle

from the front.

CAUTION

gAttach zigzag foot "J".

For details on changing the presser foot, refer to

"Replacing the Presser Foot" (page 43).

CAUTION

hTurn on the sewing machine and select a

stitch.

• For stitch selection see "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

• See "Stitch Setting Chart" (page 70) for

stitches that use a twin needle.

CAUTION

●The needle threader cannot be used with

the twin needle. If the needle threader is

used with the twin needle, the sewing

machine may be damaged.

●When using the twin needle, be sure to

attach zigzag foot "J". If bunched stitches

occur, use presser foot "N" or attach

stabilizer material.

●When using the twin needle, be sure to

select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the

needle may break or the machine may be

damaged.

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iPress .

XThe screen for setting the twin needle

appears.

jPress .

X displays in reverse highlight.

The twin needle can now be used.

Memo

z If is pressed again, it returns to .

kPress (Back key).

X The initial screen appears again, and

appears.

CAUTION

lStart sewing.

• For details on starting to sew, refer to

"Starting to sew" (page 51).

X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to

each other.

Note

z When changing the sewing direction, press

(Needle position button) to raise the

needle from the fabric, and then raise the

presser foot lever and turn the fabric.

CAUTION

● When using the twin needle, be sure to

select the twin needle setting, otherwise

the needle may break or the machine may

be damaged.

● Do not try turning the fabric with the

twin needle left down in the fabric,

otherwise the needle may break or the

machine may be damaged.

Replacing the Needle 39

Replacing the Needle

This section describes how to replace the needle.

Needle precautions

CAUTION

Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types

The sewing machine needle should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following

table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.

Note

zNever use the thread of No. 20 or lower. It may cause malfunctions.

zOnly use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or

damage the machine.

zNever 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 65/9–75/11

Georgette Synthetic thread

Challis, Satin Silk thread 50

Thick fabrics

Denim Cotton thread 30 100/16

90/14–100/16

Corduroy Synthetic thread 50–60

Tweed Silk thread

Stretch fabrics

Jersey

Thread for knits 50–60

Ball point needle

(gold colored)

75/11–90/14

Tricot

Easily frayed fabrics

Cotton thread 50–90 65/9–90/14Synthetic thread

Silk thread 50

For top-stitching Synthetic thread 50 90/14–100/16

Silk thread

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Memo

zThe lower the thread number is, the thicker

the thread, and the higher the needle

number, the thicker the needle.

zA 75/11 needle is already installed when the

sewing machine is purchased.

■Ball point needle (gold colored)

To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles

with stretch fabrics.

■Transparent nylon thread

Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the

fabric or thread.

■Embroidery needles

Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When

embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a

90/14 or 100/16 home sewing machine needle.

CAUTION

Checking the needle

Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous

since the needle may break while the machine is

being operated.

Before 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.

aFlat side

bNeedle type marking

CAUTION

zThe appropriate fabric, thread and needle

combinations are shown in the table

(page 39). If the combination of the

fabric, thread and needle is not correct,

particularly when sewing thick fabrics

(such as denim) with thin needles (such as

65/9 to 75/11), the needle may bend or

break. In addition, the stitching may be

uneven or puckered or there may be

skipped stitches.

zIf the distance between the needle and

the flat surface is not even, the needle is

bent. Do not use a bent needle.

aFlat surface

Replacing the Needle 41

Replacing the needle

Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been

determined to be straight according to the

instructions in "Checking the needle" (page 40).

aPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

cPlace fabric or paper under the presser foot

and cover the holes on the needle plate.

Note

zBefore replacing the needle, place fabric or

paper under the presser foot to prevent the

needle from falling into the holes in the

needle plate.

dLower the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

eHold the needle with your left hand, and then

use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp

screw toward you (counterclockwise) to

remove the needle.

aScrewdriver

bNeedle 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.

fWith the flat side of the needle toward the rear

of the machine, insert the needle until it

touches the needle stopper.

aNeedle stopper

zBefore replacing the needle, be sure to

turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise,

injuries may occur if a button is

accidentally pressed and the machine

starts sewing.

a a

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gWhile holding the needle with your left hand,

use the screwdriver to tighten the needle

clamp screw.

Install the twin needle in the same way.

CAUTION

zBe 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.

Replacing the Presser Foot 43

Replacing the Presser Foot

This section describes how to replace the presser foot.

Presser foot precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser foot.

CAUTION

Replacing the presser foot

Replace the presser foot as described below.

Memo

zFor details on attaching the embroidery foot

"Q", refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot"

(page 120).

zZigzag foot "J" is already installed when the

sewing machine is purchased.

aPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

cRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

XThe presser foot is raised.

dPress the black button at the back of the

presser foot holder.

aBlack button

bPresser foot holder

XThe presser foot holder releases the presser

foot.

●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 presser

foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine.

zBefore replacing the presser foot, be sure

to turn off the sewing machine.

Otherwise, injuries may occur if a button

is accidentally pressed and the machine

starts sewing.

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ePlace a different presser foot below the holder

so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the

notch in the holder.

Position the presser foot so the letter indicating

the presser foot type (A, G, I, J, M, N or R) is

positioned to be read.

aPresser foot holder

bNotch

cPin

fSlowly lower the presser foot lever so that the

presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the

presser foot holder.

aPresser foot lever

bPresser foot holder

cNotch

dPin

XThe presser foot is attached.

gRaise the presser foot lever to check that the

presser foot is securely attached.

Note

zWhen 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 machine, attach the correct presser

foot, and then select the desired stitch again.

z For details on the presser foot that should be

used with the selected stitch, refer to "Stitch

Setting Chart" (page 70).

Buttonhole foot "A"

Overcasting foot "G"

Zigzag foot "J"

Button fitting foot "M"

Monogramming foot "N"

Blind stitch foot "R"

Side cutter "S" (option)

Replacing the Presser Foot 45

Removing and attaching the

presser foot holder

Remove 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

embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe

quilting foot "O" and optional walking foot. Use the

screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.

CAUTION

aRemove the presser foot.

• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

bUse the screwdriver to loosen the presser foot

holder screw.

aScrewdriver

bPresser foot holder

cPresser foot holder screw

dPresser bar

XThe presser foot is removed from the presser

bar.

■Attaching the presser foot holder

aRaise the presser foot lever.

XThe presser foot is raised.

bAlign the presser foot holder with the lower-

left side of the presser bar.

aPresser bar

bPresser foot holder

cHold the presser foot holder in place with your

right hand, and then tighten the screw using

the screwdriver in your left hand.

aScrewdriver

bPresser foot holder

CAUTION

zBefore attaching/removing the presser

foot, be sure to turn off the sewing

machine. Otherwise, injuries may occur if

a button is accidentally pressed and the

machine starts sewing.

zDo not hit the needle with your finger or

the presser foot when attaching/removing

it. The needle may break or cause injury.

zBe sure to tighten the screw with the

included screwdriver. If the screw is

loose, the needle may hit the presser foot

and break or bend.

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Sewing Cylindrical Pieces

Free-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy.

Free-arm sewing

Removing the flat bed attachment allows for free-arm

sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces

such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs.

aRemove the flat bed attachment.

aFlat bed attachment

XWith the flat bed attachment removed, free-

arm sewing is possible.

bSlide the part that you wish to sew onto the

arm, and then sew from the top.

aArm

cWhen you have finished free-arm sewing,

install the flat bed attachment back in its

original position.

2 SEWING BASICS

The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter.

Sewing.....................................................................................................................48

Setting the Stitch .....................................................................................................57

Useful Functions......................................................................................................61

Useful Sewing Tips ..................................................................................................65

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Sewing

Basic sewing operations are described below.

Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions.

CAUTION

General sewing procedure

Follow the basic procedures below to sew.

↓

zWhile the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition,

keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise

injuries may occur.

zDo not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the

needle may break.

zNever use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

zMake sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break or

bend.

1Attach the presser foot.

Attach the presser foot that is appropriate for the type of stitch that you

wish to sew. Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the

presser foot.

For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

2Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine,

refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 17).

3Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn.

For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49).

4Position 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 50).

5 Start sewing. Start sewing.

For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).

6Cut the thread. Cut the thread at the end of sewing. Automatic thread cutting is also

possible. For details on cutting the thread, refer to "Cutting the thread"

(page 55).

Sewing 49

Selecting stitching

Stitches are selected using LCD operations. There are

67 utility stitches. Right after turning the power on,

the straight stitch (left needle position) is selected.

aDetermine the stitch to be used, and get the

matching presser foot ready.

• Refer to "Stitch Setting Chart" (page 70).

bAttach the presser foot.

The machine comes with zigzag foot "J"

attached.

• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

CAUTION

cTurn on the sewing machine.

XThe straight stitch (left needle position) is

shown selected on the screen.

dSelect a stitch.

(Previous page key) displays the previous

page, and (Next page key) displays the

next page.

Memo

zWhen touching the screen with your finger

is difficult, use the included touch pen.

Example: 11 is selected:

XThe number of selected stitch, the stitch

width and the stitch length are displayed.

eIf necessary, specify the settings, for automatic

reverse/reinforcement stitching and adjust the

stitch length, etc.

• For details on sewing with each of the utility

stitches, refer to "Stitch Setting Chart" (page

70).

Note

zWhen a stitch is selected, the icon for the

presser foot that should be used appears on

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 machine, attach the correct presser

foot, and then select the desired stitch again.

Memo

zFor details on setting the automatic reverse/

reinforcement stitching etc., refer to "Useful

Functions" (page 61).

zFor details on adjusting the stitch width,

stitch length and thread tension, refer to

"Setting the Stitch" (page 57).

zUse the presser foot appropriate for the

stitch. If the wrong presser foot is used,

the needle may hit the presser foot and

bend or break.

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Positioning the fabric

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.

aTurn on the machine.

bPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

cPlace the fabric under the presser foot.

Memo

zIf 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.

dWhile holding the end of the thread and the

fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel

toward you (counterclockwise) with your right

hand to lower the needle to the starting point

of the stitching.

eLower the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

XThe fabric is now positioned to be sewn.

Sewing 51

Starting to sew

Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the

sewing machine. Sewing can be started and stopped

using the operation button (Start/stop button) or

the foot controller. For details on the foot controller,

refer to next page.

Memo

zWhen the foot controller is plugged in,

(Start/stop button) cannot be used to start or

stop sewing.

■Using the operation button

Sewing can be started and stopped using the

operation button (Start/stop button).

aSlide the sewing speed controller to the left or

right to select the desired sewing speed.

Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to

sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed

controller to the right to sew at a faster speed.

aSewing speed controller

bPress (Start/stop button) once.

aStart/stop button

XThe machine starts sewing.

Memo

zThe machine will sew at a slow speed at the

beginning of sewing.

zIf you press and hold the (Start/stop

button) while sewing, the machine will sew

at a slow speed. If you use this function at

the point just before the position where you

want to stop the machine, you can stop the

machine exactly.

cWhen the end of the stitching is reached, press

(Start/stop button) once.

XThe machine stops sewing with the needle

lowered (in the fabric).

dCut the threads.

• For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page

55).

Note

zThis machine will automatically stop when

the bobbin becomes almost empty. When

the machine stops, replace the bobbin

thread, and then press (Start/stop button)

to begin sewing again.

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■Using the foot controller

Sewing can be started and stopped using the foot

controller.

aTurn off the sewing machine.

Note

zWhen connecting the foot controller, be sure

to turn off the sewing machine in order to

prevent the machine from accidentally being

started.

bInsert the foot controller plug into its jack on

the right side of the sewing machine.

aFoot controller jack

cTurn on the machine.

dSlide the sewing speed controller to the left or

right to select the desired sewing speed.

Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to

sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed

controller to the right to sew at a faster speed.

aSewing speed controller

XThe speed set using the sewing speed

controller is the foot controller's maximum

sewing speed.

eOnce you are ready to start sewing, slowly

press down on the foot controller.

Pressing down on the foot controller increases

the sewing speed; releasing the pressure on the

foot controller decreases the sewing speed.

• Slowly press down on the foot controller.

Pressing it down hard starts sewing too

quickly.

XThe machine starts sewing.

fWhen the end of the stitching is reached,

completely release the foot controller.

XThe machine stops sewing with the needle

lowered (in the fabric).

gCut the threads.

• For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page

55).

Slower

Faster

Sewing 53

Memo

zWhen the foot controller is plugged in,

(Start/stop button) cannot be used to start or

stop sewing.

zWhen sewing is stopped, the needle remains

lowered (in the fabric). The machine can be

set so that the needle will stay up when

sewing is stopped. For details on setting the

machine so that the needle stays up when

sewing is stopped, refer to "Changing the

machine settings" (page 19).

CAUTION

Securing the stitching

When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at

the end of an opening or where seams do not

overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement

stitching to secure the end of the thread.

aLower the needle into the fabric at the

beginning of the stitching, and then lower the

presser foot lever.

bPress (Start/stop button), or press down on

the foot controller.

At this time, if (Start/stop button) is held

down, the machine sews at a slow speed.

• For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page

51).

aStart/stop button

XThe machine starts sewing.

zDo not allow thread or dust to

accumulate in the foot controller,

otherwise a fire or an electric shock may

occur.

zDo not place objects on the foot

controller, otherwise damage to the

machine or injuries may occur.

zIf the machine is not to be used for a long

period of time, unplug the foot controller,

otherwise a fire or an electric shock may

occur.

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cAfter sewing 3 to 5 stitches, press

(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button).

Keep (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)

held down until you reach the beginning of the

stitching.

• The machine sews at a slow speed when

(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) is

held down.

aReverse/reinforcement stitch button

XWhile (Reverse/reinforcement stitch

button) is held down, reverse stitches are

sewn.

dAfter sewing back to the beginning of the

stitching, release (Reverse/reinforcement

stitch button).

XThe machine stops sewing.

ePress (Start/stop button), or press down on

the foot controller.

XThe machine starts sewing in the normal

sewing direction.

fWhen the end of the stitching is reached, press

(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button).

Keep (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)

held down until 3 to 5 reverse stitches are

sewn.

XWhile (Reverse/reinforcement stitch

button) is held down, reverse stitches are

sewn.

gAfter 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn,

release (Reverse/reinforcement stitch

button).

XThe machine stops sewing.

hPress (Start/stop button), or press down on

the foot controller.

At this time, if (Start/stop button) is held

down, the machine sews at a slow speed.

XThe machine starts sewing in the normal

sewing direction.

iAfter sewing to the end of the stitching, the

sewing machine stops.

Release (Start/stop button) or foot

controller.

aBeginning of stitching

bEnd of stitching

Press

Sewing 55

■Sewing stitches

When (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) is

pressed with stitches other than 1 , 3 and

7 stitches, reinforcement stitches are used.

Reinforcement stitches are 3 to 5 stitches sewn on

top of each other in one place.

aReverse stitching

bReinforcement stitching

Memo

zThe sewing machine can be set to

automatically sew reverse or reinforcement

stitches at the beginning and end of the

stitching. For details, refer to "Automatically

sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches" (page

61).

Cutting the thread

When you have finished sewing, cut the thread.

■Using the thread cutter button

aWhen you wish to finish the stitching, press

(Thread cutter button) once.

aThread cutter button

XThe threads are cut and the needle is raised.

Note

zThe thread cutter button cannot be used

when the presser foot lever is raised.

bRaise the presser foot lever, then remove the

fabric.

aPresser foot lever

CAUTION

Memo

zThe machine can be set so that the threads

will be cut automatically when sewing is

finished. For details, refer to "Automatically

cutting the thread" (page 62).

zDo not press (Thread cutter button)

after threads have already been cut,

otherwise the needle may break, the

threads may become tangled or damage

to the machine may occur.

zDo not press (Thread cutter button) if

there is no fabric under the presser foot

or while the machine is sewing, otherwise

damage to the machine may occur.

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■Using the 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.

aWhen you wish to finish the stitching and the

sewing machine is stopped, press (Needle

position button) once to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

bRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

cPull the fabric to the left side of the machine,

and then pass the threads through the thread

cutter to cut them.

aThread cutter

Setting the Stitch 57

Setting the Stitch

This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width and stitch length for each stitch. However,

you can change any of the settings by pressing in the screen, then follow the procedure described in this

section.

Note

zSettings for some stitches cannot be changed. For details, refer to "Stitch Setting Chart" (page 70).

zStitch settings return to their defaults if they are changed, when the machine is turned off or a different

stitch is selected before the stitch setting is saved. If you want to save settings, refer to "Saving stitch

settings" (page 64).

Adjusting the stitch width

The stitch width (zigzag width) can be adjusted to

make the stitch wider or narrower.

Each press of makes the zigzag stitch narrower.

Each press of makes the zigzag stitch wider.

Memo

means the setting cannot be adjusted.

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 moves the needle to the

left. For details, refer to "Changing the needle

position" (

page 79

zPress to return the setting to its default.

zIf the foot controller is connected, the

sewing speed controller can be used to

adjust the zigzag width. For details, refer to

"Adjusting stitch width using the sewing

speed controller" (page 58).

CAUTION

zAfter adjusting the stitch width, slowly

turn the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) and check that the

needle does not touch the presser foot. If

the needle hits the presser foot, the

needle may bend or break.

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■Adjusting stitch width using the sewing speed

controller

A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the

stitch width. If the sewing machine is set so that the

stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed

controller, the stitch width can quickly and easily be

adjusted. In this case, the sewing speed is adjusted

with the foot controller.

aConnect the foot controller.

• For details, refer to "Using the foot controller"

(page 52).

bAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cTurn on the sewing machine, and then press

(Settings key) on the operation panel.

XThe setting screen appears.

dPress "ON" for stitch width control setting.

XThe machine is now set so that the stitch

width can be controlled with the sewing

speed controller.

Memo

zIf the stitch width control setting is set to

"ON", for stitch width will change to

sewing speed controller icon .

ePress (Back key).

XThe initial screen appears again.

fSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

gWhile sewing, slide the sewing speed

controller to adjust the stitch width.

Slide the controller to the left to make the width

narrower. Slide the controller to the right to

make the width wider.

• Adjust the sewing speed with the foot

controller.

hWhen you have finished sewing, set the stitch

width control setting back to "OFF".

Memo

zAlthough the stitching result differs

depending on the type of fabric being sewn

and the thickness of the thread being used,

for best results, adjust the stitch length to

between 0.3 and 0.5 mm (1/64 and 1/32

inch).

Wider

Narrower

Setting the Stitch 59

Adjusting the stitch length

The stitch length can be adjusted to make the stitch

coarser or finer.

Each press of makes the stitch finer (shorter).

Each press of makes the stitch coarser (longer).

Memo

zmeans the setting cannot be adjusted.

zPress to return the setting to its

default.

CAUTION

Adjusting the thread tension

You may need to change the thread tension,

depending on the fabric and thread being used.

■Correct thread tension

The upper thread and the bobbin thread should

cross near the center of the fabric. Only the upper

thread should be visible from the right side of the

fabric, and only the bobbin thread should be

visible from the wrong side of the fabric.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

cUpper thread

dBobbin thread

■Upper thread is too tight

If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of

the fabric, the upper thread is too tight.

Note

zIf the bobbin thread was incorrectly

threaded, the upper thread may be too tight.

In this case, refer to "Installing the bobbin"

(page 27) and rethread the bobbin thread.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

cUpper thread

dBobbin thread

eThe bobbin thread is visible from the right side of

the fabric.

Turn the thread tension dial to the left to loosen

the upper thread.

zIf the stitches are bunched together,

increase the stitch length. Continuing to

sew with the stitches bunched together

may result in the needle bending or

breaking.

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Memo

zWhen you finish sewing, remove the bobbin

cover and then make sure that the thread is

shown as below. If the thread is not shown

as below, the thread is not inserted through

the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin

case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly.

For details, refer to page 29.

■Upper thread is too loose

If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of

the fabric, the upper thread is too loose.

Note

zIf the upper thread was incorrectly threaded,

the upper thread may be too loose. In this

case, refer to "Threading the upper thread"

(page 32) and rethread the upper thread.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

cUpper thread

dBobbin thread

eThe upper thread is visible from the wrong side of

the fabric.

Turn the thread tension dial to the right to tighten

the upper thread.

Memo

z If the upper thread is not threaded correctly

or the bobbin is not installed correctly, it

may not be possible to set the correct thread

tension. If the correct thread tension cannot

be achieved, rethread the upper thread and

insert the bobbin correctly.

zThe level "4" on the tension dial is a guide

for working normal fabrics (medium weight).

However, the actual stitch tension you’ll

want to use will vary according to the fabric

and thread you are using, so you should

always sew a stitch sample and adjust stitch

tension before beginning on the actual piece

to be worked.

zThe machine may stop sewing if tension is

set extremely low. This is not a sign that

there is anything wrong with your machine.

Simply adjust to the correct stitch tension

and begin again.

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Useful Functions

Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below.

Automatically sewing reverse/

reinforcement stitches

The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew

reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and

end of the stitching. Depending on the selected stitch,

reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are

automatically set. For details on reverse/

reinforcement stitching, refer to "Stitch Setting Chart"

(page 70).

aTurn on the machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

bSelect a stitch.

• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to

"Selecting stitching" (page 49).

cPress on the LCD.

XIt turns to , and the sewing machine is

set for automatic reverse/reinforcement

stitching.

Memo

zTo turn automatic reverse/reinforcement

stitching off, press .

zWhen the sewing machine is turned off, the

automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching

setting is cancelled.

zWhen the stitch such as those for sewing

buttonholes and bar tacks is selected,

reinforcement stitches are automatically

sewn.

dPosition the fabric under the presser foot, and

then press (Start/stop button) once.

aStart/stop button

XStitching starts after reverse stitching or

reinforcement stitching.

After reaching the end of the stitching, press

(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) once.

If stitching, such as buttonholes and bar

tacking, that includes reinforcement stitching

has been selected, this operation is

unnecessary.

aReverse/reinforcement stitch button

XAfter reverse/reinforcement stitches are

sewn, the sewing machine stops.

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Memo

zPress (Start/stop button) when you want

to stop the sewing machine in the middle of

sewing without reverse stitching or

reinforcement stitching (for example, when

you want to change the sewing direction).

The sewing machine stops without reverse

stitching or reinforcement stitching.

Press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch

button) at the end of the stitching.

aStop the machine and change the sewing

direction.

bStart the machine again.

Automatically cutting

the thread

The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut

the threads at the end of the stitching. This is called

"programmed thread-cutting".

If programmed thread-cutting is set, automatic

reverse/reinforcement stitching is also set.

aTurn on the machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

bPress the stitch selection.

• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to

"Selecting stitching" (page 49).

cPress on the screen.

X You get , and the sewing machine is

set for programmed thread-cutting and

automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching.

Memo

zTo turn programmed thread cutting off,

press .

dPosition the fabric under the presser foot, and

then press (Start/stop button) once.

aStart/stop button

XStitching starts after reverse stitching or

reinforcement stitching.

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eAfter reaching the end of the stitching, press

(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)

once.

If stitching, such as buttonholes and bar

tacking, that includes reinforcement stitching

has been selected, this operation is

unnecessary.

X After the reverse stitching or reinforcement

stitching has been done, the sewing machine

stops, and the thread is cut.

Memo

zPress (Start/stop button) when you want

to stop the sewing machine in the middle of

sewing without programmed thread-cutting

(for example, when you want to change the

sewing direction). The sewing machine stops

without programmed thread cutting.

Press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch

button) at the end of the stitching.

aStop the machine and change the sewing

direction.

bStart the machine again.

cThe thread is cut here.

zIf the power is turned off, programmed

thread-cutting will be turned off.

Mirroring stitches

You can sew the mirror image of a stitch horizontally

(left and right).

aTurn on the machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

bSelect a stitch.

• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to

"Selecting stitching" (page 49).

c Press on the screen.

X It turns to , and the pattern displayed at

the top of the screen is mirrored.

Memo

zTo cancel the mirroring setting, press .

zMirroring is not possible for buttonholes and

other stitches where shows.

zWhen the sewing machine is turned off, the

mirroring setting is cancelled.

The thread is cut here.

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Saving stitch settings

This machine is preset with the default settings for the

stitch width (zigzag width), stitch length,

programmed thread-cutting, and automatic reverse/

reinforcement stitching for each stitch. However, if

you wish to save specific settings for a stitch so that

they can be used later, press after changing the

settings to save the new settings with the selected

stitch. This feature can be used only with utility

stitches. The settings you saved will not be cleared if

the machine is turned off.

■To use a stitch length of 2.0 mm for the straight

stitch

aSelect a straight stitch.

bPress .

Memo

zThe default stitch length is 2.5 mm.

cSet the stitch length to 2.0 mm.

dPress .

• To reset the selected stitch patterns to its

default settings, press , and then

press .

XThe confirmation message is displayed.

ePress .

XThe next time that the same straight stitch is

selected, the stitch length is set to 2.0 mm.

Note

zAll stitch settings (stitch width (zigzag

width), stitch length, programmed thread-

cutting, and automatic reverse/

reinforcement stitching, etc.) are saved, not

just the setting that was changed. When the

same stitch pattern is selected, the last

settings saved are displayed even if the

machine was turned off. If the settings are

changed again and is pressed, or if

is pressed to reset the setting to its

default, the new settings are not saved unless

is pressed another time.

Even if is pressed, the settings for

programmed thread-cutting and automatic

reverse/reinforcement stitching are saved in

the machine.

Useful Sewing Tips 65

Useful Sewing Tips

Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when

sewing your project.

Trial sewing

After you have set up the machine with the thread

and needle appropriate for the type of fabric being

sewn, the machine automatically sets the stitch

length and width for the stitch that is selected.

However, a trial piece of fabric should be sewn since,

depending on the type of fabric and stitching being

sewn, the desired results may not be achieved.

For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and thread

that are the same as those used for your project, and

check the thread tension and stitch length 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

aWhen 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 position button) to

lower the needle.

bRaise the presser foot lever, and then turn the

fabric.

Turn the fabric using the needle as a pivot.

cLower the presser foot lever and continue

sewing.

Sewing curves

Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing

direction to sew around the curve. For details on

sewing with an even seam allowance, refer to

"Sewing an even seam allowance" (page 67).

When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag

stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain

a finer stitch.

Sewing thick fabrics

■If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot

Raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring

the presser foot to its highest position.

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■If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does

not feed at the beginning of stitching

Zigzag foot "J" is equipped with a feature that

keeps the presser foot level.

aSewing direction

aRaise the presser foot lever.

bPress the black button (presser foot holding

pin) on the left side of zigzag foot "J". Keep the

button held in and lower the presser foot.

aPresser foot holding pin

XRelease the button. The foot will lock in

place level with the seam, allowing the

fabric to feed.

XOnce the trouble spot has been passed, the

foot will return to its normal position.

CAUTION

Sewing hook-and-loop

fastener

CAUTION

Note

zBefore start sewing, baste together the fabric

and the hook-and-loop fastener.

Make sure that the needle passes through the hook-

and-loop fastener by turning the handwheel and

lower the needle into the hook-and-loop fastener

before sewing. And then, sew the edge of the hook-

and-loop fastener at a slow speed.

If the needle does not pass through the hook-and-

loop fastener, replace the needle with the needle for

thick fabrics (page 39).

aEdge of the hook-and-loop fastener

Sewing thin fabrics

When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become

misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly.

If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material

under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric.

When you have finished sewing, tear off any excess

paper.

aStabilizer material or paper

zIf fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inch)

thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed

with too much force, the needle may

bend or break.

zUse only the ungummed hook-and-loop

fastener which is for sewing. If the glue is

attached to the needle or the bobbin hook

race, it may cause malfunction.

zIf the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with

the thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle

may bend or break.

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Sewing stretch fabrics

First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew

without stretching the fabric.

aBasting

Using the stretch stitches or the thread for knits gives

an attractive finishes.

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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 keeping the right edge of the presser

foot aligned with a fixed distance from the edge of

the fabric.

aSeam

bPresser foot

Memo

zIf the straight stitch (left needle position,

triple stretch stitch, basting stitch etc.) is

selected, you can change the distance

between the seam and the right edge of the

presser foot by changing the stitch width. For

details, refer to "Changing the needle

position" (page 79).

■Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking

The markings on the needle plate show the

distance from the needle position of a seam sewn

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).

aSeam

bPresser foot

cCentimeters

dInches

eNeedle plate

f1.6 cm (5/8 inch)

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3 UTILITY STITCHES

The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter.

Stitch Setting Chart .................................................................................................70

Overcasting Stitches................................................................................................74

Basic Stitching .........................................................................................................78

Blind Hem Stitching ................................................................................................80

Buttonhole Stitching................................................................................................83

Zipper Insertion.......................................................................................................90

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape..................................................................95

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ................................................................97

Reinforcement Stitching ........................................................................................103

Eyelet Stitching......................................................................................................108

Decorative Stitching..............................................................................................109

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Stitch Setting Chart

Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility

stitches in the following table.

Utility stitches

Stitch Name Pattern

Presser Foot

Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)]

Twin Needle

Reverse/

Reinforcement

Stitching

Walking Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Straight

stitch

Left

JBasic stitching, sewing gathers or

pintucks, etc.

0.0

(0)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reverse No

JBasic stitching and sewing

gathers or pintucks

0.0

(0)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement Yes

Center

J/I

Attaching zippers, basic

stitching, sewing gathers or

pintucks, etc.

3.5

(1/8)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reverse No

Triple stretch stitch

Attaching sleeves, sewing

inseams, sewing stretch fabrics

and decorative stitching

0.0

(0)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.5–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Stretch stitch

JSewing stretch fabrics and

decorative stitching

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

(J) Reinforcement No

Basting stitch

J Temporarily securing 0.0

(0)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4) – – No Reinforcement No

Zigzag

stitch

Center

JOvercasting and attaching

appliqués

3.5

(1/8)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.4

(1/16)

0.0–4.0

(0–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reverse No

Right

JBeginning sewing from the right

needle position

3.5

(1/8)

2.5–5.0

(3/32–3/16)

1.4

(1/16)

0.3–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement Yes

2-point

zigzag stitch

Overcasting on mediumweight

or stretch fabrics, attaching

elastic, darning, etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.0

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement Yes

3-point

zigzag stitch

Overcasting on mediumweight

or stretch fabrics, attaching

elastic, darning, etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.0

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Overcasting stitch

GOvercasting on thin or

mediumweight fabrics

3.5

(1/8)

2.5–5.0

(3/32–3/16)

2.0

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

G Overcasting on thick fabrics 5.0

(3/16)

2.5–5.0

(3/32–3/16)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

GOvercasting on thick fabrics and

decorative stitching

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 Reinforcement No

J Overcasting on stretch fabrics 5.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.5–4.0

(1/32–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

JOvercasting on thick or stretch

fabrics

5.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.5–4.0

(1/32–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

JOvercasting on stretch fabrics

and decorative stitching

4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

4.0

(3/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

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Blind hem stitch

RBlind hem stitching on

mediumweight fabrics 00 3← – →32.0

(1/16)

1.0–3.5

(1/16–1/8) No Reinforcement No

RBlind hem stitching on stretch

fabrics 00 3← – →32.0

(1/16)

1.0–3.5

(1/16–1/8) No Reinforcement No

Appliqué stitch

J Appliqué stitching 3.5

(1/8)

2.5–7.0

(3/32–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.6–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Shell tuck stitch

J Shell tuck stitching 4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Piecing straight stitch

21 J

Piecing straight stitching (with a

seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4

inch) from the right edge of the

presser foot)

5.5

(7/32)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.0

(1/16)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Piecing straight stitching (with a

seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4

inch) from the left edge of the

presser foot)

1.5

(1/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.0

(1/16)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement Yes

Straight stitch that

looks hand-sewn

(for quilting)

JStraight stitch quilting that looks

hand-sewn

0.0

(0)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Zigzag stitch

(for quilting)

JAppliqué quilting, free-motion

quilting, satin stitching

3.5

(1/8)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.4

(1/16)

0.0–4.0

(0–3/16) No Reinforcement Yes

Appliqué stitch

(for quilting)

J Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5

(1/16)

0.5–3.5

(1/32–1/8)

1.8

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Quilting stitch

(for stippling)

JQuilting background stitching

(stippling)

7.0

(1/4)

1.0–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Satin scallop stitch

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

(J) Reinforcement No

Joining stitch

28 JPatchwork stitching and

decorative stitching

4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.2

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Patchwork stitching, decorative

stitching and sewing overcasting

on both pieces of fabric, such as

with tricot

5.0

(3/16)

2.5–7.0

(3/32–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

JPatchwork stitching and

decorative stitching

5.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.2

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Smocking stitch

JSmocking stitching and

decorative stitching

5.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Fagoting stitch

JFagoting and decorative

stitching

5.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

JFagoting and decorative

stitching

5.0

(3/16)

2.5–7.0

(3/32–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Elastic-attaching

stitch

JAttaching elastic to stretch

fabrics

4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.0

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Stitch Name Pattern

Presser Foot

Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)]

Twin Needle

Reverse/

Reinforcement

Stitching

Walking Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

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Decorative stitch

J Decorative stitching 4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

3.0

(1/8)

2.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

J Decorative stitching 4.0

(3/16)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

2.5

(3/32)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

J Decorative stitching 5.5

(7/32)

0.0–7.0

(0–1/4)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

NDecorative stitching and

elastic-attaching

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.0

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

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) No Reinforcement No

NDecorative hemming, heirloom

stitching, etc.

6.0

(15/64)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

3.0

(1/8)

1.5–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Decorative hemming on thin,

mediumweight and plain weave

fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

3.5

(1/8)

1.5–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Decorative hemming on thin,

mediumweight and plain weave

fabrics, heirloom stitching, 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

(J) Reinforcement No

Decorative hemming on thin,

mediumweight and plain weave

fabrics, heirloom stitching, 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

(J) Reinforcement No

Decorative hemming on thin,

mediumweight and plain weave

fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

2.0

(1/16)

1.5–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

Decorative hemming, ribbon

threading, heirloom stitching,

etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

3.0

(1/8)

1.5–4.0

(1/16–3/16)

Yes

(J) Reinforcement No

NDecorative stitching, smocking

stitching, heirloom stitching, etc.

6.0

(15/64)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

NDecorative stitching, smocking

stitching, heirloom stitching, etc.

5.0

(3/16)

1.5–7.0

(1/16–1/4)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0–4.0

(1/16–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Stitch Name Pattern

Presser Foot

Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)]

Twin Needle

Reverse/

Reinforcement

Stitching

Walking Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Stitch Setting Chart 73

*1: Side cutter is optional.

Buttonhole stitch

AHorizontal buttonholes on thin

and mediumweight fabrics

5.0

(3/16)

3.0–5.0

(1/8–3/16)

0.5

(1/32)

0.2–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AHorizontal buttonholes on areas

that are subject to strain

5.0

(3/16)

3.0–5.0

(1/8–3/16)

0.5

(1/32)

0.2–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AHorizontal buttonholes on thick

fabrics

5.0

(3/16)

3.0–5.0

(1/8–3/16)

0.5

(1/32)

0.2–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

ASecured buttonholes for fabrics

that have backings

5.0

(3/16)

3.0–5.0

(1/8–3/16)

0.5

(1/32)

0.2–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AButtonholes for stretch or knit

fabrics

6.0

(15/54)

3.0–6.0

(1/8–15/64)

1.0

(1/16)

0.5–2.0

(1/32–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

A Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0

(15/54)

3.0–6.0

(1/8–15/64)

1.5

(1/16)

1.0–3.0

(1/16–1/8) No Automatic

reinforcement No

A Bound buttonholes 5.0

(3/16)

0.0–6.0

(0–15/64)

2.0

(1/16)

0.2–4.0

(1/64–3/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AKeyhole buttonholes for thick or

furry fabrics

7.0

(1/4)

3.0–7.0

(1/8–1/4)

0.5

(1/32)

0.3–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AKeyhole buttonholes for

mediumweight and thick fabrics

7.0

(1/4)

3.0–7.0

(1/8–1/4)

0.5

(1/32)

0.3–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

AHorizontal buttonholes for thick

or furry fabrics

7.0

(1/4)

3.0–7.0

(1/8–1/4)

0.5

(1/32)

0.3–1.0

(1/64–1/16) No Automatic

reinforcement No

Darning stitch

A Darning mediumweight 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

reinforcement No

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

reinforcement No

Bar tack stitch

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

reinforcement No

Button-sewing stitch 61 M Button sewing 3.5

(1/8)

2.5–4.5

(3/32–3/16) ––No

Automatic

reinforcement No

Eyelet stitch 62 NSewing eyelets, for example, on

belts

7.0

(1/4)

7.0, 6.0, 5.0

(1/4, 15/64,

3/16)

7.0

(1/4)

7.0, 6.0, 5.0

(1/4, 15/64,

3/16)

No Automatic

reinforcement No

Side cutter*1

SSewing straight stitches while

cutting the fabric

0.0

(0)

0.0–2.5

(0–3/32)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2–5.0

(1/64–3/16) No Reinforcement No

SSewing zigzag stitches while cut-

ting the fabric

3.5

(1/8)

3.5–5.0

(1/8–3/16)

1.4

(1/16)

0.0–4.0

(0–3/16) No Reinforcement No

Overcasting on thin and

mediumweight fabrics while cut-

ting 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 Reinforcement No

SOvercasting 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 Reinforcement No

Overcasting on mediumweight

and 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 Reinforcement No

Stitch Name Pattern

Presser Foot

Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)]

Twin Needle

Reverse/

Reinforcement

Stitching

Walking Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Overcasting Stitches

Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. 15 stitches are available for

overcasting. The procedure for sewing overcasting stitch is explained according to the presser foot that is used.

Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G"

Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting with overcasting foot "G".

CAUTION

aAttach overcasting foot "G".

• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

bSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

cPosition the fabric with the edge of the fabric

against the guide of the presser foot, and then

lower the presser foot lever.

aGuide

dSew with the edge of the fabric against the

presser foot guide.

aNeedle drop point

Stitch Name Pattern 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)

1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16) G

Preventing fraying in thick

fabrics and fabrics that fray

easily

5.0

(3/16) 2.5

(3/32)

13 3.5-5.0

(1/8-3/16)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Overcasting Stitches 75

Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J"

Seven stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J".

CAUTION

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

cSew along the edge of the fabric with the

needle dropping off the edge at the right.

aNeedle drop point

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Zigzag stitch

(center

needle

position)

7Preventing 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)

Zigzag stitch

(right needle

position)

8Preventing fraying (right

baseline/reinforcement stitching) 2.5-5.0

(3/32-3/16) 0.3-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

2-point

zigzag stitch

Preventing fraying in thick

fabrics and stretch fabrics

5.0

(3/16)

1.5-7.0

(1/16-1/4) 1.0

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

3-point

zigzag stitch

Overcasting

stitch

14 Preventing fraying in stretch

fabrics

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

2.5

(3/32) 0.5-4.0

(1/32-3/16)

15 Preventing fraying in thick

fabrics and stretch fabrics

16 Preventing fraying in stretch

fabrics 4.0

(3/16) 4.0

(3/16) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter

Using the optional side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Five

stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with the side cutter.

CAUTION

Note

zThread the needle manually when using the

side cutter, or only attach the side cutter

after threading the needle using the needle

threader.

aRemove the presser foot.

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bHook the connecting fork of the side cutter

onto the needle clamp screw.

aConnecting fork

bNeedle clamp screw

cPosition the side cutter so that side cutter pin

is aligned with the notch in the presser foot

holder, and then slowly lower the presser foot

lever.

aNotch in presser foot holder

bPin

XThe side cutter is attached.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Side cutter

63 Sewing straight stitches while

cutting the fabric 0.0

(0) 0.0-2.5

(0-3/32) 2.5

(3/32) 0.2-5.0

(1/64-3/16)

64 Sewing zigzag stitches while

cutting the fabric 3.5

(1/8)

3.5-5.0

(1/8-3/16)

1.4

(1/16) 0.0-4.0

(0-3/16)

65 Preventing fraying in thin and

mediumweight fabrics while

cutting the fabric

2.0

(1/16)

1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

66 Preventing fraying in thick

fabrics while cutting the fabric 5.0

(3/16) 2.5

(3/32)

67 Preventing fraying in thick

fabrics while cutting the fabric

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Overcasting Stitches 77

dRaise the presser foot lever to check that the

side cutter is securely attached.

ePass the upper thread under the side cutter,

and then pull it out toward the rear of the

sewing machine.

fSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

gMake a cut of about 2 cm (3/4 inch) long in

the fabric at the beginning of the stitching.

a2 cm (3/4 inch)

hPosition the fabric in the side cutter.

The cut in the fabric should be positioned over

the guide plate of the side cutter.

aGuide plate

Memo

zIf the fabric is not positioned correctly, the

fabric will not be cut.

iLower the presser foot lever, and then start

sewing.

XA seam allowance is cut while the stitching

is sewn.

Memo

zIf the stitching is sewn in a straight line

63 , the seam allowance will be about 5

mm (3/16 inch).

a5 mm (3/16 inch)

zThe side cutter can cut as much as one layer

of 13-oz. denim.

zAfter using the side cutter, clean it by

removing any lint or dust.

zIf the side cutter can no longer cut fabric,

use a rag to apply a small amount of oil to

the cutting edge of the cutter.

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Basic Stitching

Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Five stitches are available for basic stitching.

CAUTION

Basting

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect stitch 6.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

cStart sewing.

• For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).

Basic stitching

aBaste or pin together the fabric pieces.

bAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect a stitch.

•

For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(

page 49

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Basting stitch 6Temporarily securing

0.0

(0)

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

Straight stitch

(left needle

position)

1Basic stitching and sewing

gathers or pintucks (left baseline/

reverse stitching)

2.5

(3/32)

0.2-5.0

(1/64-3/16)

2Basic stitching and sewing

gathers or pintucks (left baseline/

reinforcement stitching)

Straight stitch

(center

needle

position)

3Basic stitching and sewing

gathers or pintucks (center

baseline/reverse stitching)

3.5

(1/8)

Triple stretch

stitch

4Reinforcing seams and sewing

stretch fabrics 0.0

(0) 1.5-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Basic Stitching 79

dLower the needle into the fabric at the

beginning of the stitching.

eStart sewing.

• For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page

51).

• For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement

stitches, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page

53).

fWhen sewing is finished, cut the thread.

• For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page

55).

■Changing the needle position

The needle position used as the baseline is

different for the straight stitch (left needle position)

and the straight stitch (center needle position).

aStraight stitch (left needle position)

bStraight stitch (center needle position)

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 7.0 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 of the fabric, a seam

allowance can be sewn with a fixed width.

aStitch width setting

bDistance from the needle position to the right

side of the presser foot

c12.0 mm (1/2 inch)

d10.0 mm (3/8 inch)

e6.5 mm (1/4 inch)

f5.0 mm (3/16 inch)

• For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

width" (page 57).

0.0 2.0 5.5 7.0

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Blind Hem Stitching

Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching.

CAUTION

Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure.

Memo

zWhen the size of cylindrical pieces is too small to slide onto the arm or the length is too short, the

fabric will not feed and desired results may not achieved.

aReverse the skirt or pants.

aRight side of fabric

bBottom side

bFold the fabric along the desired edge of the

hem, and press.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

cUse a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm

(3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and

then baste it .

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

cEdge of fabric

dBasting stitching

e5 mm (3/16 inch)

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Blind hem

stitch

17 Blind hem stitching on

mediumweight fabrics

00 3← – →32.0

(1/16) 1.0-3.5

(1/16-1/8) R

18 Blind hem stitching on stretch

fabrics

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

S< Seen from the side>

Blind Hem Stitching 81

dFold back the fabric inside along the basting.

aWrong side of fabric

bEdge of fabric

cBasting

d5 mm (3/16 inch)

eUnfold the edge of fabric, and position the

fabric with the wrong side facing up.

aWrong side of fabric

bBasting

cEdge of fabric

fAttach blind hem foot "R".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

gSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

hRemove the flat bed attachment and make

free-arm sewing possible.

• For details on free-arm sewing, refer to "Free-

arm sewing" (page 46).

iSlide the part that you wish to sew onto the

arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly,

and then start sewing.

aArm

jPosition the fabric with the edge of the folded

hem against the guide of the presser foot, and

then lower the presser foot lever.

aWrong side of fabric

bFold of hem

cGuide

kAdjust the stitch width until the needle slightly

catches the fold of the hem.

aNeedle drop point

When you change the needle drop point, raise

the needle, and then change the stitch width.

aStitch width

S< Seen from the side>

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

■If the needle catches too much of the hem

fold

The needle is too far to the left.

Press to decrease the stitch width so that

the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

■If the needle does not catch the hem fold

The needle is too far to the right.

Press to increase the stitch width so that the

needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

Memo

zFor details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

width" (page 57).

lSew with the fold of the hem against the

presser foot guide.

mRemove the basting stitching and reverse the

fabric.

aWrong side of fabric

bRight side of fabric

1 2

Buttonhole Stitching 83

Buttonhole Stitching

Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. 10 stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes,

one for sewing on buttons.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Buttonhole

stitch

48 Horizontal buttonholes on thin

and mediumweight fabrics

5.0

(3/16) 3.0-5.0

(1/8-3/16) 0.5

(1/32) 0.2-1.0

(1/64-1/16)

49 Horizontal buttonholes on areas

that are subject to strain

50 Horizontal buttonholes on thick

fabrics

51 Buttonholes with bar tacks on

both ends for stabilized fabrics

52 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)

53 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 1.5

(1/16) 1.0-3.0

(1/16-1/8)

54 Bound buttonholes 5.0

(3/16) 0.0-6.0

(0-15/64) 2.0

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

55 Keyhole buttonholes for thick or

plush fabrics

7.0

(1/4) 3.0-7.0

(1/8-1/4) 0.5

(1/32) 0.3-1.0

(1/64-1/16)

56 Keyhole buttonholes for

mediumweight and thick fabrics

57 Horizontal buttonhole for thick

or plush fabrics

Button-

sewing stitch

61 Button sewing 3.5

(1/8) 2.5-4.5

(3/32-3/16) --M

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Buttonhole sewing

The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button).

Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.

aReinforcement stitching

CAUTION

The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is

used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below.

aButton guide plate

bPresser foot scale

cPin

dMarks on buttonhole foot

e5 mm (3/16 inch)

fBracket

aUse chalk to mark on the fabric the position

and length of the buttonhole.

aMarks on fabric

bButtonhole sewing

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Buttonhole Stitching 85

bPull out the button guide plate of buttonhole

foot "A", and then insert the button that will be

put through the buttonhole.

■If the button does not fit in the button guide

plate

Add together the diameter and thickness of the

button, and then set the button guide plate to the

calculated length. (The distance between the

markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16

inch).)

aPresser foot scale

bLength of buttonhole (diameter + thickness of

button)

c5 mm (3/16 inch)

Example:

For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/16

inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the

button guide plate should be set to

25 mm (1inch) on the scale.

a10 mm (3/8 inch)

b15 mm (9/16 inch)

XThe size of the buttonhole is set.

cAttach buttonhole foot "A".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

dSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

ePosition 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.

aMark on fabric (front)

bRed marks on buttonhole foot

• Pass the upper thread down through the hole

in the presser foot.

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Note

zDo not lower the needle into fabric when

aligning the marks. Desired results may not

be achieved.

zWhen lowering the presser foot, do not push

in the front of the presser foot.

aDo not reduce the gap.

fPull down the buttonhole lever as far as

possible.

aButtonhole lever

The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the

bracket on the buttonhole foot.

aButtonhole lever

bBracket

gGently hold the end of the upper thread in

your left hand, and then start sewing.

XOnce sewing is completed, the machine

automatically sews reinforcement stitches,

then stops.

hRaise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,

and then cut the threads.

iRaise the buttonhole lever to its original

position.

jInsert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at

the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent

the stitching from being cut.

aPin

kUse the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and

open the buttonhole.

aSeam ripper

For keyhole buttonholes, use the eyelet punch

to make a hole in the rounded end of the

buttonhole, and then use the seam ripper to cut

open the buttonhole.

aEyelet punch

Note

zWhen using the eyelet punch, place thick

paper or some other protective sheet under

the fabric before punching the hole in the

fabric.

Buttonhole Stitching 87

CAUTION

■Changing the density of the stitching

Adjust the stitch length.

Memo

zFor details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

length" (page 59).

zIf the fabric does not feed (for example, if it

is too thick), decrease the density of the

stitching.

■Changing the stitch width

Adjust the stitch width.

Memo

zFor details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

width" (page 57).

zBefore sewing buttonholes, check the stitch

length and width by sewing a trial

buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric.

■Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics

When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a

gimp thread.

aHook the gimp thread onto the part of

buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration.

bIt fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.

cAttach buttonhole foot "A".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

dSelect stitch 52 or 53 .

eAdjust the stitch width to the thickness of the

gimp thread.

fLower the presser foot lever and the

buttonhole lever, and then start sewing.

gWhen sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp

thread to remove any slack.

hUse a handsewing needle to pull the gimp

thread to the wrong side of the fabric, and

then tie it.

●When opening the buttonhole with the

seam ripper, do not place your hands in

the cutting path, otherwise injuries may

result if the seam ripper slips.

●Do not use the seam ripper in any other

way than how it is intended.

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Button sewing

Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine.

Buttons with two or with four holes can be attached.

aMeasure the distance between the holes in the

button to be attached.

bRaise the presser foot lever, and then slide the

drop feed lever, located at the rear of the

machine on the base, to (to the left as seen

from the rear of the machine).

aDrop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the

machine)

XThe feed dogs are lowered.

cAttach button-fitting foot "M".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

dSelect stitch 61 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

Note

zSince the end of the thread will be tied off

later, do not set the sewing machine for

programmed-thread cutting.

eAdjust the stitch width so that it is the same as

the distance between the holes in the button.

fPlace the button in the position where it will

be sewn, and lower the presser foot lever.

aButton

XThe button is held in place.

Memo

zWhen attaching four-hole buttons, first sew

the two holes closest to you. Then, slide the

button so that the needle goes into the two

holes toward the rear of the sewing

machine, and then sew them in the same

way.

gTurn the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) to check that the needle

correctly goes into the two holes of the button.

Adjust the stitch width to the distance between

the button holes.

CAUTION

●When sewing, be sure that the needle

does not touch the button, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

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hStart sewing.

Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so

that the speed will be slow).

XThe sewing machine automatically stops

after sewing reinforcement stitches.

Note

zDo not press (Thread cutter button).

iPull 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 thread and the

bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching.

When you are finished att aching the butt on, slide the drop feed le ver to (to the right as seen from the rea r of the machi ne).

jWhen you have finished attaching the button,

slide the drop feed lever to (to the right

as seen from the rear of the machine) and turn

the handwheel to raise the feed dogs.

Memo

zThe drop feed lever is normally set to the

right side.

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Zipper Insertion

A zipper can be sewn in place.

CAUTION

There are many methods for inserting zippers. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side zipper

are described below.

Inserting a centered zipper

Stitching is sewn on both pieces of fabric butted

against each other.

aRight side of fabric

bStitching

cEnd of zipper opening

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSew straight stitches up to the zipper opening.

With the right sides of the fabric facing each

other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the

zipper opening.

• For details, refer to "Basic stitching" (page

78).

cUsing a basting stitch, continue sewing to the

edge of the fabric.

aBasting stitching

bReverse stitches

cWrong side of fabric

dEnd of zipper opening

dPress open the seam allowance from the

wrong side of the fabric.

aWrong side of fabric

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Straight stitch

(center

needle

position)

3Attaching zippers

Sewing concealed seams and

pintucks

3.5

(1/8) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 0.2-5.0

(1/64-3/16) I

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Zipper Insertion 91

eAlign the seam with the center of the zipper,

and then baste the zipper in place.

aWrong side of fabric

bBasting stitching

cZipper

fRemove about 5 cm (2 inches) from the end of

the basting on the outside.

aWrong side of fabric

bZipper basting

cOutside basting

d5 mm (2 inches)

gAttach the presser foot holder to the right pin

of zipper foot "I".

aPin on the right side

bNeedle drop point

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

hSelect stitch 3 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

CAUTION

iTopstitch around the zipper.

aStitching

bRight side of fabric

cBasting stitching

dEnd of zipper opening

CAUTION

jRemove the basting stitching.

●When using zipper foot "I", be sure to

select the straight stitch (center needle

position), and slowly turn the handwheel

toward you (counterclockwise) to check

that the needle does not touch the presser

foot. If a different stitch is selected or the

needle hits the presser foot, the needle

may bend or break.

●When sewing, be sure that the needle

does not touch the zipper, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

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Inserting a side zipper

Stitching is visible on only one piece of fabric. Use

this type of zipper application for side openings and

back openings.

aStitching

bRight side of fabric

cEnd of zipper opening

The following procedure will describe how to stitch

on the left side, as shown in the illustration.

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSew straight stitches up to the zipper opening.

With the right sides of the fabric facing each

other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the

zipper opening.

• For details, refer to "Basic stitching" (page

78).

cUsing a basting stitch, continue sewing to the

edge of the fabric.

aBasting stitching

bReverse stitches

cWrong side of fabric

dEnd of zipper opening

dPress open the seam allowance from the

wrong side of the fabric.

aWrong side of fabric

ePress the seam allowance so that the right side

(the side that will not be stitched) has an extra

3 mm (1/8 inch).

aWrong side of fabric

b3 mm (1/8 inch)

fAlign the zipper teeth with the pressed edge of

the fabric having the extra 3 mm (1/8 inch),

and then baste or pin the zipper in place.

aZipper teeth

bBasting stitching

gAttach the presser foot holder to the right pin

of zipper foot "I".

If the stitching will be sewn on the right side,

attach the presser foot holder to the left pin of

the zipper foot.

aPin on the right side

bNeedle drop point

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

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hSelect stitch 3 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

CAUTION

iSew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the

extra 3 mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base

of the zipper.

CAUTION

jWhen you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the

end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine

with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and

then raise the presser foot lever.

kOpen the zipper and continue sewing.

lClose the zipper, turn over the fabric, and then

baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric.

aBasting stitching

mAttach the presser foot holder to the other pin

of zipper foot "I".

If the presser foot holder was attached to the

right pin in step g, change it to the left pin.

aPin on the left side

bNeedle drop point

●When using zipper foot "I", be sure to

select the straight stitch (center needle

position), and slowly turn the handwheel

toward you (counterclockwise) to check

that the needle does not touch the presser

foot. If a different stitch is selected or the

needle hits the presser foot, the needle

may bend or break.

●When sewing, be sure that the needle

does not touch the zipper, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

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nTopstitch 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.

aRight side of fabric

bEnd of zipper opening

cReverse stitches

dBeginning of stitching

eBasting stitching

CAUTION

oWhen you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the

end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine

with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and

then raise the presser foot lever.

pRemove the basting stitching, open the zipper,

and then continue sewing.

●When sewing, be sure that the needle

does not touch the zipper, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 95

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape

Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached.

Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations.

CAUTION

Stretch stitching

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect stitch 4 or 5.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

cSew the fabric without stretching it.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Triple stretch

stitch

4Stretch fabrics 0.0

(0) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.5-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

Stretch stitch 5Stretch fabrics 1.0

(1/16) 1.0-3.0

(1/16-1/8) 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

2-point zigzag

stitch

Attaching elastic 5.0

(3/16) 1.5-7.0

(1/16-1/4) 1.0

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

3-point zigzag

stitch

Elastic-

attaching

stitch

34 Attaching elastic to stretch

fabrics 4.0

(3/16) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

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Elastic attaching

When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a

piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that

of the stretched elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary

that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used.

aPin 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.

aElastic tape

bPin

bAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

dSew the elastic tape to the fabric while

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.

CAUTION

●When sewing, be sure that the needle

does not touch any pins, otherwise the

needle may bend or break.

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 97

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching

The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below.

Memo

zPatterns showing a "Q" on the LCD are for quilting and those showing a "P" are for piecing.

CAUTION

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Zigzag stitch

7 Attaching appliqués

(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)

24 Appliqué quilting, free-motion

quilting, satin stitching

Appliqué

stitch

19 Attaching appliqués 2.5-7.0

(3/32-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.6-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

25 Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5

(1/16) 0.5-3.5

(1/32-1/8) 1.8

(1/16) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

Piecing

straight stitch

Piecing straight stitching (with a

seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4

inch) from the right edge of the

presser foot)

5.5

(3/16)

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

2.0

(1/16) 0.2-5.0

(1/64-3/16)

Piecing straight stitching (with a

seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4

inch) from the left edge of the

presser foot)

1.5

(1/16)

Joining stitch

Patchwork stitching

4.0

(3/16) 1.2

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

2.5-7.0

(3/32-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

1.2

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

Mock hand

quilting stitch

23 Straight stitch quilting that looks

hand quilting 0.0

(0) 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

Quilting

stippling

26 Stippling 7.0

(1/4) 1.0-7.0

(1/16-1/4) 1.6

(1/16)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

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Appliqué stitching

aCut out the appliqué, leaving a seam

allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/

16 inch).

aSeam allowance

bPlace a pattern made of thick paper or

stabilizer on the back of the appliqué, and then

fold over the seam allowance using an iron.

cTurn the fabric over, and then baste or fuse it

onto the fabric that it will be attached to.

aBasting stitching

dAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

eSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

fTurn the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise), 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 the sewing direction.

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 99

Patchwork (crazy quilt)

stitching

aFold the edge of the top piece of fabric and

place it over the lower piece.

bSew the two pieces of fabric together so the

pattern spans over both pieces.

Piecing

Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called

"piecing". The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5

mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance.

Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from

either the right side or the left side of the presser foot.

aBaste or pin along the seam allowance of the

fabric that you wish to piece together.

bAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 21 or 22 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

Memo

zThe piecing straight stitch shows a "P" on the

LCD.

dSew 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 fabric, and sew using stitch 21 .

a6.5 mm (1/4 inch)

■ For a seam allowance on the left side

Align the left side of the presser foot with the

edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 22 .

a6.5 mm (1/4 inch)

Memo

zTo change the width of the seam allowance

(needle position), refer to "Changing the

needle position" (page 79).

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Quilting

Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom

layers of fabric is called "quilting". Quilts can easily

be sewn using the optional walking foot and the

quilting guide.

Note

zWhen sewing with the walking foot, sew at a

speed between slow and medium.

zWhen quilting, use a 90/14 home sewing

machine needle.

zThe 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 Setting Chart"(page

70).

aBaste the fabric to be quilted.

bRemove the presser foot and the presser foot

holder.

• For details, refer to "Removing and attaching

the presser foot holder" (page 45).

cHook the connecting fork of the walking foot

onto the needle clamp screw.

aConnecting fork

bNeedle clamp screw

dLower the presser foot lever, insert the presser

foot holder screw, and then tighten the screw

with the screwdriver.

aPresser foot holder screw

XThe walking foot is attached.

CAUTION

eSelect a stitch.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

fPlace one hand on each side of the presser

foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while

sewing.

Quilting guide

Walking foot

●Be sure to securely tighten the screw with

the screwdriver, otherwise the needle

may touch the presser foot, causing it to

bend or break.

●Before starting to sew, slowly turn the

handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) and check that the

needle does not touch the presser foot. If

the needle hits the presser foot, the

needle may bend or break.

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 101

■Using the optional quilting guide

Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that

are equally spaced.

aInsert the stem of the quilting guide into the

hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser

foot holder.

Walking foot

Presser foot holder

bAdjust the stem of the quilting guide so that

the guide aligns with the seam that has already

been sewn.

102

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Free-motion quilting

With free-motion quilting, lower the feed dogs (using

the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved

freely in any direction.

When free-motion quilting, use the following

instructions with the optional free-motion open toe

quilting foot "O" (SA187, F061 (XE1097-001)).

CAUTION

aRemove the presser foot and the presser foot

holder.

• Refer to "Removing and attaching the presser

foot holder" (page 45).

bAttach free-motion quilting foot "O" by

positioning the pin of the quilting foot above

the needle clamp screw and aligning the

lower-left of the quilting foot and the presser

bar.

aPin

bNeedle clamp screw

cPresser bar

Note

zMake sure that the quilting foot is not

slanted.

Hold the quilting foot "O" in place with your right

hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder

screw using the screwdriver in your left hand.

aPresser foot holder screw

CAUTION

dSlide the drop feed lever, located at the rear of

the machine on the base, to (to the left as

seen from the rear of the machine).

aDrop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the

machine)

XThe feed dogs are lowered.

eTurn on the sewing machine, and then select a

stitch 3 or

24 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 49).

fUse both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and

then move the fabric at a consistent pace in

order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-

2.5mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length.

Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the

beginning and end of sewing.

aStitch

gAfter sewing is finished, slide the drop feed

lever to (to the right as seen from the rear

of the machine) and turn the handwheel to

raise the feed dogs.

Memo

zThe drop feed lever is normally set to the

right side.

●Be sure to use the optional free-motion

open toe quilting foot "O" when making

free-motion quilting. If the quilting foot

(SA129, F005N (XC1948-002)) is used,

the needle threader may be damaged.

●Be sure to securely tighten the screw with

the screwdriver. otherwise the needle

may touch the presser foot, causing it to

bend or break.

Reinforcement Stitching 103

Reinforcement Stitching

Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners.

CAUTION

Triple stretch stitching

Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes

and inseams.

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect stitch 4 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

cStart sewing.

• For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 51).

Bar tack stitching

Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to

strain, such as pocket corners and openings.

As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at

pocket corners is described below.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Triple stretch

stitch

4Reinforcing the seams of sleeves

and inseams 0.0

(0) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.5-4.0

(1/16-3/16) J

Bar tack stitch 60 Reinforcing the ends of

openings, such as the corners of

pockets

2.0

(1/16) 1.0-3.0

(1/16-1/8) 0.4

(1/64) 0.3-1.0

(1/64-1/16)

Darning stitch

58 Darning mediumweight 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)

59 Darning thick fabrics

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

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aDetermine the desired 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).)

aPresser foot scale

bLength of bar tack

c5 mm (3/16 inch)

Memo

zA bar tack with a maximum length of about

28 mm (1-1/8 inches) can be sewn.

bAttach buttonhole foot "A".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 60 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

dPosition the fabric so that the opening of the

pocket faces toward you, and then lower the

presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2

mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket opening.

a2mm (1/16 inch)

• Pass the upper thread down through the hole

in the presser foot.

Note

zWhen lowering the presser foot, do not push

in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the

bar tack will not be sewn with the correct

size.

aDo not reduce the gap.

ePull down the buttonhole lever as far as

possible.

aButtonhole lever

The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the

bracket on the buttonhole foot.

aButtonhole lever

bBracket

Reinforcement Stitching 105

fGently hold the end of the upper thread in

your left hand, and then start sewing.

XOnce sewing is completed, the sewing

machine automatically sews reinforcement

stitches, then stops.

gRaise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,

and then cut the threads.

hRaise the buttonhole lever to its original

position.

Memo

zIf the fabric does not feed, for example,

because it is too thick, increase the stitch

length. For details, refer to "Adjusting the

stitch length" (page 59).

106

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Darning

Fabric that has been torn can be darned.

Darning is sewn as shown below.

aReinforcement stitching

aDetermine the desired length of the darning.

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).)

aPresser foot scale

bLength of darning

c5 mm (3/16 inch)

d7 mm (1/4 inch)

Memo

zA bar tack with a maximum length of about

28 mm (1-1/8 inches) can be sewn.

bAttach buttonhole foot "A".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 58 or 59 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

dPosition 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.

aTear

b2 mm (1/16 inch)

• Pass the upper thread down through the hole

in the presser foot.

Reinforcement Stitching 107

Memo

zWhen lowering the presser foot, do not push

in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the

darning will not be sewn with the correct

size.

aDo not reduce the gap.

ePull down the buttonhole lever as far as

possible.

aButtonhole lever

The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the

bracket on the buttonhole foot.

aButtonhole lever

bBracket

fGently hold the end of the upper thread in

your left hand, and then start sewing.

XOnce sewing is completed, the sewing

machine automatically sews reinforcement

stitches, then stops.

gRaise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,

and then cut the threads.

hRaise the buttonhole lever to its original

position.

Memo

zIf the fabric does not feed, for example,

because it is too thick, increase the stitch

length. For details, refer to "Adjusting the

stitch length" (page 59).

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Eyelet Stitching

Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Three sizes of eyelets are possible: 7 mm, 6 mm and 5 mm (1/4, 15/

64 and 3/16 inch).

CAUTION

aAttach monogramming foot "N".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect stitch 62 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

cAdjust either the stitch width or the stitch

length to select the desired eyelet size.

• For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

width" (page 57) and "Adjusting the stitch

length" (page 59).

dLower the needle into the fabric at the

beginning of the stitching, and then lower the

presser foot lever.

eStart sewing.

XOnce sewing is completed, the sewing

machine automatically sews reinforcement

stitches, then stops.

fUse 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

zIf thin thread is used, the stitching may be

too open. If this occurs, sew the eyelet twice

before removing the fabric, one on top of the

other.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Eyelet stitch 62 Sewing eyelets, for example, on

belts 7.0

(1/4)

7.0, 6.0 or

5.0

(1/4, 15/64

or 3/16)

7.0

(1/4)

7.0, 6.0 or

5.0

(1/4, 15/64

or 3/16)

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Decorative Stitching 109

Decorative Stitching

The utility stitches contain the following decorative stitches.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

Fagoting

stitch

Sewing two pieces of fabric

together across an open seam 5.0

(3/16)

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

33 2.5-7.0

(3/25-1/4)

Joining stitch

Decorative bridging stitches

4.0

(3/16) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4) 1.2

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

2.5-7.0

(3/32-1/4) 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

1.2

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16)

Shell tuck

stitch

20 Shell tuck stitching on collars

and curves 4.0

(3/16) 2.5

(3/32)

Smocking

stitch

Smocking fabrics to add texture

and elasticity 5.0

(3/16)

1.6

(1/16)

1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

2.5

(3/32)

2.5-7.0

(3/25-1/4)

Satin scallop

stitch

Scallop stitching 0.5

(1/32) 0.1-1.0

(1/64-3/16)

Decorative

stitch

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)

40 6.0

(15/64) 3.0

(1/8)

1.5-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

Decorative hemming and

heirloom stitching, etc. on thin,

mediumweight and plain weave

fabrics 5.0

(3/16)

3.5

(1/8)

42 4.0

(3/16)

43 2.5

(3/32)

44 2.0

(1/16)

45 Decorative hemming, ribbon

threading, heirloom stitching,

etc.

3.0

(1/8)

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CAUTION

Fagoting

Stitching across an open seam is called "fagoting". It

is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch

is more decorative when thicker thread is used.

aUse an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric

along their seams.

bBaste the two pieces of fabric, separated by

about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a

sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.

• If you draw a line down the middle of the

thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing

is easier.

aThin paper or water soluble stabilizer

bBasting stitching

c4 mm (3/16 inch)

cAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

dSelect stitch 32 or 33 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

eSet the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch).

• For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

width" (page 57).

Decorative

stitch

Heirloom stitching, etc.

6.0

(15/64) 1.5-7.0

(1/16-1/4) 1.6

(1/16) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16) N

47 5.0

(3/16)

Decorative stitching

4.0

(3/16) 0.0-7.0

(0-1/4)

3.0

(1/8) 2.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

36 2.5

(3/32) 1.0-4.0

(1/16-3/16)

37 5.5

(7/32) 1.6

(1/16)

38 5.0

(3/16) 1.5-7.0

(1/16-1/4) 1.0

(1/16) 0.2-4.0

(1/64-3/16) N

●Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the pressor foot. Otherwise, injuries may

occur if (Start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Stitch Name Pattern Application

Stitch Width

[mm (inch)]

Stitch Length

[mm (inch)] Presser

Foot

Auto Manual Auto Manual

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fSew with the center of the presser foot aligned

along the center of the two pieces of fabric.

gAfter sewing is finished, remove the paper.

Scallop stitching

The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like

shells is called "scalloping". It is used on the collars of

blouses and to decorate the edges of projects.

aAttach monogramming foot "N".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect stitch 27 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

cStitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure

not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric.

Memo

zFor better results, apply spray starch onto the

fabric and press with a hot iron before it is

sewn.

dTrim along the stitches.

Be careful not to cut the stitches.

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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.

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

bSelect the straight stitch, and then adjust the

stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen

the thread tension.

• Pull up the bobbin thread. For details, refer to

"When pulling up the bobbin thread may be

necessary" (page 29).

• For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch

length" (page 59) and "Adjusting the thread

tension" (page 59).

cSew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8

inch).

a1cm (3/8 inch)

At the end of the stitching, the thread is pulled

out about 5 cm (2 inches).

Note

zDo not use reverse/reinforcement stitching

or thread cutting.

dPull the bobbin threads to create gathers.

Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

eSelect stitch 31 , 32 , or 33 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

fStitch between the straight stitches.

gPull out the threads for the straight stitches.

Decorative Stitching 113

Shell tuck stitching

The gathers that look like shells are called "shell

tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of

blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics.

aFold the fabric along the bias.

bAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 20 , and then increase the

thread tension.

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49) and "Adjusting the thread tension" (page

59).

dSew while making sure that the needle drops

slightly off the edge of the fabric.

aNeedle drop point

eUnfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks

down to one side.

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Joining

Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the

seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when

making a crazy quilt.

aAttach zigzag foot "J".

• For details, refer to "Replacing the presser

foot" (page 43).

bSew together the right sides of the two pieces

of fabric, and then open up the seam

allowances.

aWrong side of fabric

b7 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance

cStraight stitch

cSelect stitch 28 29 , or 30

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

dTurn the fabric over so that the right side faces

up, and then sew over the seam with the

center of the presser foot aligned with the

seam.

aRight side of fabric

Heirloom stitching

When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes

are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch.

This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin

or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave

fabrics.

aInstall the wing needle.

• For details on installing a needle, refer to

"Replacing the needle" (page 41).

Memo

zUse a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle.

zThe needle threader cannot be used with the

wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine

may be damaged. Manually pass the thread

through the eye of the needle from the front

to the back. For details, refer to "Threading

the needle manually (without using the

needle threader)" (page 36).

bAttach monogramming foot "N".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

Decorative Stitching 115

cSelect a stitch.

The stitches that can be used are 39 , 40 ,

41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 46 or 47 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

Note

zWhen sewing with the wing needle, select a

stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less.

dStart sewing.

CAUTION

Partially removing threads is called "drawnwork".

This gives a beautiful result with fabrics that have a

loose weave.

Two ways to create drawnwork are described below.

■Drawnwork (Example 1)

aPull out several threads from the fabric.

bAttach monogramming foot "N".

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 39 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching"

(page 49).

dWith the right side of the fabric facing up, sew

along the right edge of the frayed section.

●When sewing with the wing needle, select

a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or

less, otherwise the needle may bend or

break.

●After adjusting the stitch width, slowly

turn the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) and check that the

needle does not touch the presser foot. If

the needle hits the presser foot, the

needle may bend or break.

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ePress on the LCD.

XThe pattern displayed at the top of the screen

is mirrored.

fSew along the other edge of the frayed section

so that it looks like the previous stitching.

gPress , and set the horizontal mirror

image key back to OFF.

■Drawnwork (Example 2)

aPull out several threads from two sections of

the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of

about 4 mm (3/16 inch).

a4 mm (3/16 inch)

bAttach monogramming foot "N" .

• For details on replacing the presser foot, refer

to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 43).

cSelect stitch 42 .

• For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page

49).

dSew along the center of the unfrayed section.

4EMBROIDERY

The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter.

Embroidering Neatly .............................................................................................118

Attaching the Embroidery Foot..............................................................................120

Attaching the Embroidery Unit..............................................................................123

Preparing the Fabric ..............................................................................................126

Attaching the Embroidery Frame...........................................................................130

Selecting Embroidery Patterns...............................................................................132

Embroidering.........................................................................................................139

Editing and Saving Patterns ...................................................................................143

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Embroidering Neatly

This section describes the preparations and basic procedures for embroidering.

What to prepare

The following is necessary for embroidering.

■Fabric

Prepare the fabric for embroidery. Prepare a piece

of fabric a little larger than the embroidery frame

that matches the size of the pattern you want to

sew.

Note

zAlways use stabilizer when sewing

embroidery projects, especially when

embroidering on lightweight or stretch

fabrics.

zWhen embroidering on large pieces of

fabric, arrange the fabric so that it does not

hang off the table where the sewing machine

is placed. If embroidery is done with the

fabric hanging off, the embroidery unit

movement may be impaired, this could

cause the pattern to sew incorrectly.

CAUTION

■Stabilizer material (option)

Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the

fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.

Use a water soluble sheet on thin materials like

organdy and fabrics with a nap like towels.

For details, refer to

"Attaching a stabilizer material

to the fabric"

(

page 126

■Embroidery thread (option)

For the upper thread, use the embroidery thread or

country thread.

For the bobbin thread, use the embroidery bobbin

thread. For details, refer to "Optional accessories"

(page 9).

Memo

zFor good quality embroidery designs be sure

to use embroidery thread designed for

embroidery machines.

zBefore starting to sew, be sure there is

enough bobbin thread. If you continue

embroidering when the bobbin thread is

low, the thread may become tangled.

■Needle

Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When

embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a

90/14 home sewing machine needle.

Memo

zA 75/11 needle is already installed when the

sewing machine is purchased.

zWhen replacing the needle, refer to

"Replacing the needle" (page 41).

CAUTION

■Other

Embroidery frames "small" and "large" are

optional. For details, refer to "Setting the fabric in

the embroidery frame" (page 127).

●Do not embroider fabrics that are too

thick. To check the fabric thickness,

attach the embroidery frame to the

embroidery unit, and use (Needle

position button) to raise the needle. If

there is space between the presser foot

and the fabric, the fabric can be

embroidered. If there is not space, do not

embroider the fabric. Otherwise, the

needle may break, resulting in injury.

●Be careful when sewing overlapping

patterns. The needle may not easily pierce

the fabric, causing the needle to break.

●Since ball point needles (gold colored) are

needles for fabrics where stitches are

easily skipped, such as pattern stitching

and stretch fabrics, be absolutely sure not

to use them for embroidery. The needle

may break or bend.

Embroidering Neatly 119

Embroidery step by step

The basic steps for embroidery are as follows.

↓

1Presser foot attachment Attach the embroidery foot "Q".

For details on attaching the embroidery foot, refer to "Attaching the

embroidery foot" (page 120).

2Checking the needle Use a needle matched to the fabric.

For details on replacing the needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page

41).

3Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit.

For details on attaching the embroidery unit, refer to "Attaching the

embroidery unit" (page 123).

4Bobbin thread setup

For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in

place.

For details on setting up the bobbin thread, refer to "Winding/Installing

the Bobbin" (page 22).

5Fabric preparation

Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery

frame.

For details on preparing the fabric, refer to "Preparing the Fabric" (page

126).

6Embroidery frame

attachment

Attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit.

For details on attaching the embroidery frame, refer to "Attaching the

Embroidery Frame" (page 130).

7Pattern selection Turn the power on, and select an embroidery pattern.

For details on selecting embroidery patterns, refer to "Selecting

Embroidery Patterns" (page 132).

8Checking the layout Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery.

For details on adjusting the layout and the size, refer to "Adjusting the

layout and the size" (page 143).

9Embroidery thread setup Set up embroidery thread according to the pattern.

For details on setting up the thread, refer to "Upper Threading" (page 31).

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Attaching the Embroidery Foot

This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot "Q".

Attaching the embroidery foot

Attach the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering.

Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a

screwdriver ready.

aEmbroidery foot bar

bCaught by the presser foot holder screw

CAUTION

aPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

Note

zThe needle is correctly raised when the mark

on the handwheel is at the top. Check the

handwheel mark is at the top position.

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

cRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

X The presser foot is raised.

dPress and hold the black button on the back of

the presser foot holder to detach the presser

foot.

aBlack button

bPresser foot holder

XThe presser foot holder releases the presser

foot.

●Always use the embroidery foot "Q" when

embroidering. If the wrong presser foot is

used, the needle may hit the presser foot

and bend or break.

zBefore attaching the embroidery foot, be

sure to turn off the sewing machine.

Otherwise, injuries may occur if a button

is accidentally pressed and the machine

starts sewing.

Attaching the Embroidery Foot 121

eLoosen the presser foot holder screw and

remove the presser foot holder.

Turn the screwdriver toward the back.

aScrewdriver

bPresser foot holder

cPresser bar

dPresser foot holder screw

fHold the embroidery foot "Q" with your right

hand, as shown.

Hold the embroidery foot with your index

finger wrapped around the lever at the back of

the foot.

aLever

gWhile pressing in the lever with your finger, fit

the embroidery foot bar over the needle clamp

screw to attach the embroidery foot to the

presser foot bar.

aPresser bar

bNeedle clamp screw

cEmbroidery foot bar

hSecure the embroidery foot with the presser

foot holder screw.

Set the embroidery foot perpendicular.

aPresser foot holder screw

iTighten the presser foot holder screw.

Turn the screwdriver toward the front.

aScrewdriver

CAUTION

●Do not hit the needle with your finger or

the embroidery foot "Q" when attaching

it. The needle may break or cause injury.

●Be sure to tighten the screw with the

included screwdriver. If the screw is

loose, the needle may hit the presser foot

and break or bend.

●Before sewing, always turn the

handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) slowly to make sure

that the needle does not hit the presser

foot. The needle may break or bend.

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Removing the embroidery foot

aPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

cRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

X The presser foot is raised.

dWhile pressing in the lever at the back of the

embroidery foot with your finger, loosen the

presser foot holder screw, and then remove

embroidery foot "Q".

Turn the screwdriver toward the back.

aScrewdriver

eAttach the presser foot holder.

• For details, refer to "Removing and attaching

the presser foot holder" (page 45).

zBefore removing the embroidery foot, be

sure to turn off the sewing machine.

Otherwise, injuries may occur if a button

is accidentally pressed and the machine

starts sewing.

Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123

Attaching the Embroidery Unit

This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit.

Embroidery unit precautions

CAUTION

Note

zDo not touch the connector in the

embroidery unit connector slot. The

connector could be damaged, and it may

cause malfunctions.

zDo not lift up on the embroidery carriage,

and do not forcefully move it. It may cause

malfunctions.

aCarriage

Attaching the embroidery unit

Get the included embroidery unit ready.

aTurn off the sewing machine.

Note

zAlways turn off the sewing machine before

attaching the embroidery unit. It may cause

malfunctions.

bPull the flat bed attachment off to the left.

aFlat bed attachment

●Do not move the sewing machine with

the embroidery unit in place. The

embroidery unit may be dropped and

cause injury.

●Keep your hands and other objects away

from the embroidery carriage and frame.

Otherwise injury may result.

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cSlide the embroidery unit onto the sewing

machine arm.

Push it in until it clicks and stops.

XThe embroidery unit is attached.

Note

zMake sure that there is no gap between the

embroidery unit and the sewing machine,

otherwise the embroidery pattern may not

be sewn correctly.

Be sure to fully insert the connector into the

connection port.

zDo not push on the carriage when attaching

the embroidery unit to the machine,

otherwise damage to the embroidery unit

may result.

dTurn on the sewing machine.

XThe confirmation message is displayed.

eBe sure that no objects or hands are near the

embroidery unit and press .

XThe carriage moves to its initial position.

aCarriage

CAUTION

Note

zIf the machine is initialized with hands or

objects near the carriage, the screen may

return to the initial display. After removing

whatever is near the carriage, turn the power

on again.

XThe screen for selecting the embroidery

pattern type is displayed.

Memo

zUtility stitches cannot be selected when the

embroidery unit is attached.

zFor details on the embroidery patterns, refer

to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page

132).

●Do not put your hands or other objects

near the carriage. It may cause injury.

Attaching the Embroidery Unit 125

Removing the embroidery unit

Make sure that the sewing machine is completely

stopped and follow the instructions below.

aRemove the embroidery frame.

• For details on removing the embroidery

frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery

frame" (page 131).

bPress , and then press .

XThe embroidery carriage moves into a

position where it can be saved.

cTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

dHold the release button on the bottom left of

the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the

embroidery unit to the left.

aRelease button

XThe embroidery unit separates from the

sewing machine.

CAUTION

●Always turn off the sewing machine

before removing the embroidery unit. It

may cause malfunctions if removed when

the machine is turned on.

●Do not carry the embroidery unit by

holding the carriage. It may cause

malfunctions.

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Preparing the Fabric

After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame.

Attaching a stabilizer

material to the fabric

Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the

fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.

Memo

zWe recommend the optional stabilizer

material for embroidery. Use a water soluble

sheet on thin materials like organdy and

fabrics with a nap like towels.

To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit

[http://www.brother.com/], or [http://

www.brothermall.com] (in USA).

CAUTION

aPrepare stabilizer material that is larger than

the embroidery frame being used.

aFabric

bSize of embroidery frame

cStabilizer material

bIf you are using stabilizers with adhesive, place

the adhesive surface of the stabilizer material

against the wrong side of the fabric, and iron it

with a steam iron.

aStabilizer material

bFabric (wrong side)

cAttached surface

When it cannot be ironed or placed in the

hoop

For fabrics, such as towels, which cannot be

ironed or for embroidering in places where

ironing is difficult, place the stabilizer

material under the fabric, and stretch the

fabric in the embroidery frame without

attaching the stabilizer.

●Always use stabilizer material when

sewing embroidery projects. The needle

may break or bend if you embroider

without using a stabilizer material for thin

fabrics or stretch fabrics. Furthermore,

the pattern may be sewn incorrectly.

Preparing the Fabric 127

Setting the fabric in the

embroidery frame

The fabric is stretched in the embroidery frame. If the

fabric is loose, the quality of the embroidery pattern

may be poor. Put the fabric in the frame without slack

following the steps below. Have a fabric with a

stabilizer material attached and the embroidery frame

(medium, small or large) ready.

■Embroidery frame (medium)

Patterns with a height of up to 10 cm (4 inches)

and a width of up to 10 cm (4 inches) can be

sewn.

■Embroidery frame (small) [option]

Patterns with a height of up to 2 cm (1 inch) and a

width of up to 6 cm (2-1/2 inches) can be sewn.

This is used for letters and other small embroidery.

Memo

zThere are patterns for which embroidery

frame (small) cannot be used.

■Embroidery frame (large) [option]

Embroidery can be done in an area with a height

of up to 17 cm (6-7/10 inch) and a width of up to

10 cm (4 inch) . This is used to embroider multiple

patterns without changing the fabric position in

the frame.

CAUTION

aLoosen the embroidery frame adjustment

screw and remove the inner and outer frames,

placing the outer frame on a flat surface.

Separate the inner and outer frame by removing

inner frame upward.

aInner frame

bOuter frame

cAdjustment screw

bPlace the fabric with the stabilizer material on

top of the outer frame.

Have the right side of the cloth up.

aRight side

cPress the inner frame in from the top of the

fabric.

Line up on the inner frame and on

outer frame.

dTighten the adjustment screw by hand just

enough to secure the fabric.

●Use the embroidery frame that matches

the size of the pattern being embroidered.

Otherwise, the embroidery frame may be

hit by the presser foot and cause injury or

needle breakage.

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eGently remove the fabric from the frame

without loosening the adjustment screw.

Memo

zThis precautionary step will help reduce

pattern distortion while embroidering.

fPress the inner frame in from the top of the

fabric again, lining up on the inner frame

and on outer frame.

aOuter frame

bInner frame

cFabric (right side)

dStabilizer material

eLedge of outer frame

• Press down firmly until the inner frame is

securely pressed against the ledge of the

outer frame.

gTighten the adjustment screw while removing

any slack in the fabric by hand. The goal is to

have a drum-like sound when the stretched

fabric is struck lightly.

■Using embroidery sheets

If the embroidery sheet attached to the embroidery

frame is used, the embroidery can be sewn in

exactly the right position on the fabric.

aMake a mark with a chalk pen at the center of

the position for the pattern to be embroidered.

aEmbroidery pattern

bMark

Embroidery sheet

(medium) Embroidery sheet (small)

[option]

Embroidery sheet (large)

[option]

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bPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner frame.

aEmbroidery sheet

bInner frame

cLine the mark on the fabric up with the base

line on the embroidery sheet.

aBase line

bMark

dPlace the inner frame with the fabric on the

outer frame and stretch the fabric.

• For details, refer to page 127.

eRemove the embroidery sheet.

■Embroidery on fabrics that cannot be stretched

on an embroidery frame

When small pieces of fabric that cannot be

stretched on an embroidery frame or thin pieces

like ribbon are being embroidered, use stabilizer

material as a base to stretch on the frame. We

recommend stabilizer material for all embroidery.

aStabilizer material

bTack or spray glue

cFabric

After completing the embroidery, remove the

stabilizer material carefully.

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Attaching the Embroidery Frame

This section describes how to attach the embroidery frame.

Attaching the embroidery frame

aWind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the

bobbin and set it into the bobbin case.

• For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the

Bobbin" (page 22).

bRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

cPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

dPass the embroidery frame under the presser

foot while raising the presser foot lever even

further.

CAUTION

eFirmly insert the embroidery frame guide into

the embroidery carriage frame holder from the

top.

Line up the embroidery frame guide tabs and

the embroidery carriage frame holder slots and

push in until it clicks and stops.

aEmbroidery frame guide tabs

bEmbroidery carriage frame holder slots

XThe embroidery unit is attached.

Note

zBe sure to insert both pins. If only the

forward or the back pin is inserted, the

pattern may not turn out correctly.

CAUTION

●Do not touch a button. If a button is

accidentally pressed, the machine starts

sewing, and your finger may be pricked

with the needle or the needle may break.

●Correctly set the embroidery frame into

the embroidery frame holder. Otherwise,

the presser foot may hit the embroidery

frame, resulting in injury.

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Removing the embroidery

frame

Make sure that the sewing machine is completely

stopped and follow the instructions below.

aRaise the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

bPress (Needle position button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

aNeedle position button

cPress the part of the embroidery frame holder

in the figure to the left side, and raise the

embroidery frame.

aPress here to remove.

XThe embroidery frame will separate from the

embroidery frame holder.

dPass the embroidery frame under the presser

foot while raising the presser foot lever even

further.

eRemove the embroidery frame.

CAUTION

●Do not touch a button. If a button is

accidentally pressed, the machine starts

sewing, and your finger may be pricked

with the needle or the needle may break.

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Selecting Embroidery Patterns

This section provides details on the various types of embroidery patterns available and the procedure for

selecting a pattern.

The patterns saved in the sewing machine and

embroidery cards are intended for private use only.

Any public or commercial use of copyrighted

patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is

strictly prohibited.

Embroidery pattern types

An embroidery pattern can be selected from the

following types available.

aEmbroidery patterns

There are total 70 patterns. The patterns are

completed by changing the upper thread

according to the instructions displayed on the

screen.

For details, refer to "Selecting an embroidery

pattern" (page 137).

bCharacter pattern

There are 5 types of characters: upper case/lower

case/numbers/symbols/European characters.

For details, refer to "Selecting alphabet characters"

(page 136).

cFrame patterns

10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be

combined with 12 stitch types.

For details, refer to "Selecting a frame pattern"

(page 137).

dEmbroidery card

Press when selecting patterns from an embroidery

card.

For details, refer to "Using an embroidery card"

(page 138).

ePatterns saved in the machine's memory

Press when retrieving patterns from the machine's

memory.

For details, refer to "Saving patterns" (page 150).

Selecting Embroidery Patterns 133

LCD (liquid crystal display)

operation

The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the

operation keys on the display panel.

The use of the keys for embroidery will be explained

below.

■Operation keys

Setting the display while embroidering

Press (Settings key) and then (Next

page key). Then, select the item by pressing

NAME OF COLOR: Typical color name

TIME: Time required for embroidering

aWhen there are patterns that are not

displayed on the screen (when

or is displayed), the previous

patterns/subsequent patterns are

displayed.

bReturns to the previous screen.

cReturns to the type selection screen.

The selected pattern is cancelled.

dPress this key to adjust language or

change the thread color display or

other settings.

ePress to get help on embroidery unit

attachment, embroidery frame

attachment, etc.

fPress this key to save embroidery

patterns and the alphabet characters

in the machine’s memory.

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NEEDLE COUNT: Needle progress number

#123: Thread color number

Select from the following thread color number

sets (The display above is an example when

EMBROIDERY (POLYESTER) THREAD# is

selected.)

•EMBROIDERY (POLYESTER) THREAD#

•COUNTRY (COTTON) THREAD#

•MADEIRA POLY THREAD#

•MADEIRA RAYON THREAD#

•SULKY THREAD#

•ROBISON-ANTON POLY THREAD#

DISPLAY UNIT

The measurement units that are displayed can

be selected. [mm/inch]

■LCD button

Example: Selecting alphabet characters

When a specific pattern is selected,

press this key and then, press

to switch the display. The

sewing settings such as the specified

alphabet character string and color

are confirmed.

Selecting Embroidery Patterns 135

• For details, refer to "Resewing" (page 147).

Memo

zKeys that appear surrounded with a dotted

line (ex. ) cannot be used.

Example: Selecting an embroidery pattern

Press this key to change the thread

settings.

Press this key to select or cancel

programmed thread cutting.

Press or to change the thread

density (characters and frame

patterns only).

Press this key to adjust the pattern.

Press this key when you want to

change the color, character by

character in character embroidery.

Since the sewing machine stops at

the end of each character, the upper

thread is changed as you sew.

Press this key again to cancel multi-

color.

The needle progresses one color or

one stitch (if pressed continuously, 9

stitches to 30 stitches) at a time and

changes the position for starting the

embroidery. This is used when a

specific color is not sewn or when

restarting the sewing machine after

power has been turned off in the

middle of the operation.

Back one color

Forward one color

Back one stitch

Forward one stitch

The position of the pattern within the

embroidery frame can be checked,

and the size and angle can be

changed.

For details, refer to "Adjusting the

layout and the size" (page 143).

Press this key to check the order of

multi color. Press to

switch the display.

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Selecting alphabet characters

Specify the characters for embroidery.

Memo

zWhen "The pattern is too large for the

embroidery frame" is displayed, no more

characters can be input.

zCharacters from different fonts (sans serif and

serif, etc.) cannot be combined.

aSelect the alphabet characters.

bSelect the font.

cEnter the characters.

Memo

zIf a character is pressed by mistake,

press .

zTo enter a space, press "_".

Example: Come on

Memo

zThe characters you entered can be saved for

later use. For details, refer to "Saving

patterns" (page 150).

Switch between uppercase/

lowercase

Switch among large/medium/small

sizes

Selecting Embroidery Patterns 137

Selecting an embroidery

pattern

There are 70 embroidery patterns, such as flowers

and animals, saved in the machine's memory.

Memo

zRefer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change

Table" in the Quick reference guide for

samples of completed patterns and the

thread used.

aPress .

XThe pattern selection screen is displayed.

bSelect the pattern.

Switch the screen using (Previous page

key) and (Next page key).

When / is pressed, the display of

patterns moves backward/forward 10 patterns.

XWhen a pattern is selected, it can be

embroidered.

Selecting a frame pattern

10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be

combined with 12 stitch types.

Memo

zRefer to "Frame patterns" in the Quick

reference guide for frame pattern shapes and

stitches.

aPress .

XThe frame shape selection screen is

displayed.

bSelect the frame shape.

Switch the screen using (Previous page

key) and (Next page key), and select

from the 10 types.

XThe stitch selection screen is displayed.

70 Embroidery patterns

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cSelect the stitch.

Switch the screen using (Previous page

key) and (Next page key), and select

from the 12 stitches.

XWhen a stitch is selected, it can be

embroidered.

Using an embroidery card

If an embroidery card is used, you can embroider

patterns other than the patterns saved in the sewing

machine. There are various cards with different

themes.

Note

zAlways turn off the sewing machine to insert

and remove embroidery cards.

zInsert the embroidery card into the

embroidery card slot, facing it in the right

direction.

zDo not put anything other than an

embroidery card in the embroidery card slot.

zWhen embroidery cards are not in use, keep

them in their storage cases.

zUse only embroidery cards manufactured for

this machine. Using unauthorized cards may

cause your machine to operate incorrectly.

zEmbroidery cards purchased in foreign

countries may not work with your machine.

aTurn off the sewing machine.

bInsert the embroidery card in the embroidery

card slot on the right side of the sewing

machine.

Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward

you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow.

cTurn on the sewing machine.

dPress on the screen.

XThis selection screen for the patterns saved

in the card is displayed.

eSelect a pattern.

The operation is the same as in "Selecting an

embroidery pattern" (page 137).

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Embroidering

After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and

appliquéing.

Embroidering a pattern

Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change

of thread after each color.

aPrepare embroidery thread of the color shown

on the screen.

aEmbroidery frames that can be used for

embroidering

bCurrent color step/Number of colors in design

cCurrent name of color

dCurrent color part

eNext color part

• The thread color number set displayed for the

thread colors can be changed. Press

(Setting key), and then change the setting in

the setting screen. For details, refer to "LCD

(liquid crystal display) operation" (page 133).

Example: Embroidery thread number selected

bSet the embroidery thread, and thread the

needle.

• Refer to "Threading the upper thread" (page

32).

Note

zBefore using the needle threader, be sure to

lower the presser foot.

cPass the thread through the embroidery foot

hole, and hold it lightly in your left hand.

Give the thread a little slack.

CAUTION

●If the thread is pulled too tight, the needle

may break or bend.

●Do not let hands or objects hit the

carriage while sewing. The pattern may

misalign.

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dLower the presser foot lever.

aPresser foot lever

ePress (Start/stop button).

aStart/stop button

CAUTION

f After progressing 5-6 stitches, press

(Start/stop button) to stop the machine.

gUse scissors to cut the thread at the beginning

of the stitching.

Cut the thread at the edge of the stitching.

Note

zIf the thread is left at the beginning of the

stitching, it may be sewn over as you

continue embroidering the pattern, making it

very difficult to deal with the thread after the

pattern is finished. Trim the thread at the

beginning.

hPress (Start/stop button) again.

XThe embroidery begins again.

XStitching stops automatically with reinforce-

ment after one color has been completed.

When automatic thread cutting is set, the

thread is cut.

iSet up embroidery thread for the next color,

and repeat steps b through h.

XWhen the last color is sewn, "Finished

sewing." will appear on the display. Press

, and the display will return to the

initial screen.

jCut the excess thread.

Memo

zFor the automatic cutting setting, refer to

"LCD (liquid crystal display) operation"

(page 135).

●Use the embroidery frame that matches

the size of the pattern being embroidered.

Otherwise, the embroidery frame may be

hit by the presser foot and cause injury or

needle breakage.

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Appliquéing

Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric

(appliqué piece). Press (Settings key), and set

the thread color display to NAME OF COLOR, so

"APPLIQUE MATERIAL", "APPLIQUE POSITION" and

"APPLIQUE" are displayed on the screen.

aSelect an appliqué pattern.

X"APPLIQUE MATERIAL" is displayed on the

screen.

bApply iron-on stabilizer to the back of the

appliqué piece fabric, and stretch it on the

embroidery frame.

cLower the presser foot lever, and press

(Start/stop button).

XThe cut-out for the appliqué piece is sewn,

and the sewing machine stops.

aCut-out line

bAppliqué piece fabric

X"APPLIQUE POSITION" will be displayed on

the screen.

dRemove the fabric from the embroidery frame,

and cut it out along the cut-out line.

Cut carefully along the stitching and remove

the thread.

• If it is not cut right on the stitching, it will not

be finished neatly.

eStretch the base fabric on the embroidery

frame.

fSet up the thread for appliquéing.

gLower the presser foot lever, and press

(Start/stop button).

XThe position for the appliqué is stitched, and

the sewing machine stops. "APPLIQUE" will

be displayed on the screen.

aAppliqué position

bBase fabric

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hApply a thin layer of fabric glue or spray

adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece, and

attach it in the appliqué position.

iLower the presser foot lever, and press

(Start/stop button).

XThe position for the appliqué is stitched, and

the sewing machine stops.

Memo

zWhen "APPLIQUE MATERIAL", "APPLIQUE

POSITION" and "APPLIQUE" are displayed,

a specific color thread does not appear. Use

a proper color thread to match the appliqué

piece.

jFollow the instructions on the screen, and

change thread colors as you sew.

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Editing and Saving Patterns

This section describes ways to edit, adjust, reposition and memorize patterns.

Adjusting the layout

and the size

The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the

embroidery frame. You can check the layout before

starting embroidery and change the position and the

size.

Memo

zKeys that appear surrounded with a dotted

line (ex. ) cannot be used.

aAfter selecting the embroidery pattern, press

XThe sewing screen is displayed.

bPress .

XThe layout LCD is displayed.

cCheck and adjust the layout.

aLayout within the frame

bDisplay unit (cm/INCH)

cAvailable embroidery frames

dChange position keys

eSize key/Layout key

fRotation key

gHorizontal mirror image key

hTrial key

iStarting point key

jDistance from the center

kEmbroidery size

CAUTION

Embroidery frame size

These flash if the pattern was

resized, the layout was adjusted,

or the recommended embroidery

frame size was changed.

Embroidery frame icons that

appear in gray cannot be used.

●Use the embroidery frame that matches

the size of the pattern being embroidered.

Otherwise, the embroidery frame may be

hit by the presser foot and cause injury or

needle breakage.

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Memo

zIf you change the size of the pattern or

reverse it, the embroidery which have been

moved will return to its initial position. Use

the Change position keys after you have

changed the size of the pattern or reversed it.

zYou can save patterns you have changed the

size and position in the machine’s memory.

Refer to "Saving patterns" (page 150).

Memo

zWhen the pattern is larger than 10cm (4

inches) x 10cm (4 inches), there may be a

case that the pattern cannot be rotated.

Memo

zMirroring patterns is possible only for a

embroidery pattern or a frame pattern.

•Press to return to the previous

screen.

Size key

Increases/decreases the size of

the pattern. Press to return

to the previous screen.

Decreases size

Returns to original size. When

the pattern was moved with the

change position keys, it returns to

its original position.

Increases size

Change position keys

Moves the embroidery position up, down,

left and right.

Layout key

Press this key to move to rotation

screen.

Rotation key

Rotates the pattern 1 degree, 10

degrees or 90 degrees at a time.

Press (Back key) to return

to the previous screen.

Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the

left

Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the

right

Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the

left

Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the

right

Rotates the pattern 1 degree to the left

Rotates the pattern 1degree to the

right

Returns the pattern to its original

position

Horizontal mirror image key

Mirrors the pattern left and right.

Starting point stitching key

Switches the stitching starting

point between center and lower

left of the design.

Trial key

Moves the frame to check the

pattern position.

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CAUTION

dPress (Back key) to return to the

previous screen.

Memo

zWhen the power is turned off, the layout

returns to the original setting.

zYou can also check the pattern size and

distance from the center by pressing

after beginning embroidering.

zThe embroidery patterns you have edited or

adjusted can be saved in the sewing

machine’s memory. For details, refer to

"Saving patterns" (page 150).

Adjusting the thread tension

If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread

and the fabric may be damaged.

Before embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric

to check the adjustment of the thread tension, etc.

The upper thread tension is changed using the thread

tension dial.

When doing machine embroidery, the tension dial

should be set somewhere between 2 to 6.

aLoose (Decrease thread tension)

bTight (Increase thread tension)

cUpper thread tension dial

Memo

zIf the stitches appear loose, turn the tension

up one notch and resew.

■Correct thread tension

The thread tension is correct when upper thread is

just visible on back of the fabric.

aRight side of fabric

bWrong side of fabric

■Upper thread is too tight

The lower thread will be visible on the front of the

fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread

tension.

aRight side of fabric

bWrong side of fabric

■Upper thread is too loose

The upper thread has slack. In this instance,

increase the upper thread tension.

aRight side of fabric

bWrong side of fabric

Note

zIf the upper thread is not threaded correctly

or the bobbin is not installed correctly, it

may not be possible to set the correct thread

tension. If the correct thread tension cannot

be achieved, rethread the upper thread and

insert the bobbin correctly.

zIf the tension dial is set extremely low, the

machine may stop stitching during sewing.

This is not a sign that anything's broken.

Simply increase the tension slightly to

continue sewing.

●Never lower the needle when the

embroidery frame is moving. The needle

may break or bend.

●When you have revised the pattern, check

the display of available embroidery

frames and use an appropriate frame. If

you use an embroidery frame not

displayed as available for use, the presser

foot may strike the frame and possibly

cause injury.

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Connecting character patterns

If the character pattern is too long to fit in the

embroidery frame, follow the steps below.

Example: Connecting "ABC" with "DEF"

aEnter "ABC" and press .

bPress to turn off the automatic thread

cutting ( ).

cPress (Back key).

d Press .

e Press .

f Press to turn it to .

XThe stitching starting point is set to lower left

of the design.

gLower the presser foot, and then press

(Start/stop switch) to begin sewing.

hWhen embroidering is finished, trim the thread

leaving the end of the thread longer than

usual. Then reset the fabric in the embroidery

frame, in a position where you can sew "DEF".

aEmbroidery start position

bEmbroidery end position

iEnter "DEF" and press .

j Press .

kPress to turn it to .

XThe stitching starting point is set to lower left

of the design.

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l Use (change position keys) to move

the needle to the embroidery end position of

"ABC".

aEmbroidery end position

mLower the presser foot, and then press

(Start/Stop button) to embroider "DEF".

nWhen you have finished embroidering, cut the

thread.

Resewing

When the wrong upper thread color has been sewn,

it can be resewn with the correct color.

aPress (Start/stop button) to stop the

sewing machine.

b Press .

c Press .

dPress (Back one color) to return to the

beginning of the mistaken color. Press

one more time to go to previous color.

eSet up the correct color for the upper thread.

fPress (Start/stop button) to continue the

design.

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Thread runs out partway

through a design

When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out

while sewing, the sewing machine stops. Move the

needle back about 10 stitches and resume sewing.

Memo

zWhen the bobbin thread runs out, cut the

threads and remove the embroidery frame

before replacing the bobbin thread.

aSet up the upper or bobbin thread.

b Press .

Memo

zIf the needle count is not displayed, display

the needle count on the screen. For details,

refer to "Stopping while embroidering" (page

148).

cPress .

dPress (Back one stitch) to move the

needle back about 10 stitches.

(Forward one stitch) increases the stitch

number.

eRestart the embroidery.

Stopping while embroidering

If the embroidery is stopped before it is complete,

check the current needle count and layout before

turning off the sewing machine.

Memo

zWhen the sewing machine is turned off, the

embroidery size and layout return to the

original setting. If you have changed the

layout, you need to adjust it again.

aPress (Start/stop button) to stop the

sewing machine.

bCheck the current needle count on the screen

and make a note of it.

If the needle count is not displayed, press

(Settings key), and then use to

display the following screen.

Press to return to the previous screen.

cPress (Embroidery key).

XThe confirmation message is displayed.

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dPress .

XThe selected pattern is turned off, and it

returns to the initial embroidery screen.

eTurn off the sewing machine.

Note

zAlways detach the embroidery unit when

you move the sewing machine.

fTurn on the sewing machine, and then select

the pattern.

Memo

zIf you have changed the embroidery size

and/or layout before turning off the machine,

make the same setting changes again before

restarting embroidering. For details, refer to

"Adjusting the layout and the size" (page

143).

g Press .

hPress .

i Press (Forward one color) to move to

the beginning of the color you want to

embroider.

jPress (Forward one stitch) to increase

the needle count.

If is pressed continuously, it moves

forward 1 —> 9 —>30 stitches.

Move forward to about 10 stitches before the

total number of stitches confirmed in b.

kRestart the embroidery.

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Saving patterns

The embroidery patterns and the alphabet characters

you have customized can be saved in the sewing

machine's memory.

Since the saved patterns will not be erased when the

power is turned off, you can always retrieve them for

embroidery. This is convenient for saving names and

the like. You can save up to 12 patterns or 512KB of

data.

■Saving a pattern

aAfter selecting the pattern to be saved, press

(Memory key).

X"Saving..." appears while the pattern is being

saved. After the pattern is saved, the initial

screen appears again.

Note

zDo not turn off the sewing machine while

the pattern is being saved, otherwise the

pattern data may be lost.

■Retrieving a pattern

aPress (Retrieve key).

XThe saved patterns are displayed.

bSelect the pattern you wish to retrieve.

Switch screens using (Previous page key)

and (Next page key).

aTotal amount of memory used/Total amount of

memory space

bNumber of the currently displayed page from the

total number of pages

XThe selected pattern is shown in reverse

highlighting.

cPress .

To delete the saved pattern, press .

XThe saved pattern is retrieved.

XThe sewing screen appears, and you can

embroider the retrieved pattern.

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The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter.

Care and Maintenance ..........................................................................................152

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................154

Index .....................................................................................................................165

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Care and Maintenance

Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.

Cleaning the machine surface

If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a

cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and

then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning

it once with a damp cloth, wipe it again with a dry

cloth.

CAUTION

Cleaning the race

Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the

bobbin case. Therefore, it should be cleaned

periodically.

aTurn off the sewing machine.

bUnplug the power supply cord from the power

supply jack on the right side of the sewing

machine.

CAUTION

cRemove the flat bed attachment or the

embroidery unit if either is attached.

dLoosen the presser foot holder screw and

remove the presser foot holder(page 45), and

then loosen the needle clamp screw and

remove the needle (page 41).

aPresser foot holder

bPresser foot holder screw

cNeedle clamp screw

eGrasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and

then slide it toward you.

aNeedle plate cover

XThe needle plate cover is removed.

fRemove the bobbin case.

Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.

aBobbin case

●Unplug the power supply cord before

cleaning the machine. Otherwise, injuries

or an electric shock may occur.

●Unplug the power supply cord before

cleaning the machine. Otherwise, injuries

or an electric shock may occur.

Care and Maintenance 153

gUse the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to

remove any lint and dust from the race and

bobbin thread sensor and their surrounding

area.

aCleaning brush

bRace

cBobbin thread sensor

Note

zDo not apply oil to the bobbin case.

zIf lint or dust collects on the bobbin thread

sensor, the sensor may not operate correctly.

hInsert the bobbin case so that the projection

on the bobbin case aligns with the spring.

aBobbin case

bProjection

cSpring

Memo

zMove the bobbin case right and left to make

sure that the right side of the projection

touches the spring and there is a space on

the left side of the projection.

iInsert the tabs on the needle plate cover into

the needle plate, and then slide the cover back

on.

aNeedle plate cover

CAUTION

●Never use a bobbin case that is scratched.

Otherwise, the upper thread may become

tangled, the needle may break or sewing

performance may suffer. For a new

bobbin case (part code: XC3152-221

(green marking)), contact your nearest

authorized service center.

●Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly

installed, otherwise the needle may break.

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Troubleshooting

If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service.

You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers

the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com].

If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference

The sewing

machine does not

operate.

The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 17

The start/stop button was not

pressed. Press the start/stop button. page 51

The presser foot lever is raised. Lower the presser foot lever. page 50

The start/stop button was pressed,

even though the foot controller is

connected.

Do not use the start/stop button when

the foot controller is connected. To

use the start/stop button, disconnect

the foot controller.

page 51

The bobbin winder shaft is on the

right side after winding the

bobbin.

Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the

left. page 26

The needle breaks.

The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.

page 41The needle clamp screw is loose. Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten

the screw.

The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle.

The combination of fabric, thread

and needle is not correct.

Select a thread and needle that are

appropriate for the type of fabric

being sewn. page 39

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 70

The upper thread tension is too

tight. Loosen the upper thread tension. page 59

The fabric is pulled too much. Lightly guide the fabric. -

The spool is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the spool. page 31

The area around the hole in the

needle plate is scratched, or has a

burr on it.

Replace the needle plate. Contact

your dealer or the nearest authorized

service center. -

The area around the hole in the

presser foot is scratched, or has a

burr on it.

Replace the presser foot. Contact

your dealer or the nearest authorized

service center. -

The bobbin case is scratched, or

has a burr on it.

Replace the bobbin case. Contact

your dealer 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

designed specifically for this

machine.

page 22

Troubleshooting 155

The needle breaks. The upper thread was not

threaded correctly.

Correct the upper threading. page 32

The upper thread

breaks.

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly (for example,

the spool is not installed correctly,

the spool cap is too big for the

spool being used, or the thread

has come out of the needle bar

thread guide.)

Correct the upper threading.

Use the spool cap that best fits the

size of the spool being used. page 31

There are knots or tangles in the

thread. Remove any knots or tangles. -

The selected needle is not

appropriate for the thread being

used.

Select a needle that is appropriate for

the type of thread being used. page 39

The upper thread tension is too

tight. Loosen the upper thread tension. page 59

The thread is tangled, for example,

in the bobbin case.

Remove the tangled thread. If the

thread is tangled in the bobbin case,

clean the race. page 152

The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle.

page 41

The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.

The area around the hole in the

presser foot is scratched, or has a

burr on it.

Replace the presser foot.

Contact your dealer or the nearest

authorized service center. -

The bobbin case is scratched, or

has a burr on it.

Replace the bobbin case.

Contact your dealer 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

designed specifically for this

machine.

page 22

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 24

Bobbin spins slowly. Move the sewing speed controller to

the right (so that the speed will be

fast). page 25

The thread that was pulled out

was not wound onto the bobbin

correctly.

Wind the thread that was pulled off

around the bobbin five or six times

clockwise. page 25

The lower thread is

tangled or breaks.

The bobbin thread is incorrectly

installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 27

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 race. page 152

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference

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The lower thread is

tangled or breaks.

A bobbin designed specifically for

this machine is not used.

Incorrect bobbins will not work

properly. Only use a bobbin

designed specifically for this

machine.

page 22

The thread is

tangled on the

wrong side of the

fabric.

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 32

The thread tension

is incorrect.

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly.

Correct the upper threading.

Make sure that the thread is hanged

on the thread guide spring which is

on the left side of the thread guide

cover.

page 32,

page 33

The bobbin thread is incorrectly

installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 27

The combination of fabric, thread

and needle is not correct.

Select a thread and needle that are

appropriate for the type of fabric

being sewn. page 39

The presser foot holder is

incorrectly installed. Correctly install the presser foot

holder. page 45

The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper

thread. page 59

A bobbin designed specifically for

this machine is not used.

Incorrect bobbins will not work

properly. Only use a bobbin

designed specifically for this

machine.

page 22

The upper thread is

too tight. The bobbin thread is incorrectly

installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 27

The fabric is

wrinkled.

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly, or the bobbin

is incorrectly installed.

Correctly thread the upper thread and

correctly install the bobbin thread.

page 22,

page 31

The spool is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the spool. page 31

The combination of fabric, thread

and needle is not correct.

Select a thread and needle that are

appropriate for the type of fabric

being sewn. page 39

The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 41

If thin fabrics are being sewn, the

stitch is too coarse. Shorten the stitch length or sew with

stabilizer material under the fabric.

page 59,

page 66

The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper

thread. page 59

Stitches are

skipped.

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 32

The combination of fabric, thread

and needle is not correct.

Select a thread and needle that are

appropriate for the type of fabric

being sewn. page 39

The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 41

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference

Troubleshooting 157

Stitches are

skipped.

The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. page 41

Dust has accumulated under the

needle plate or in the bobbin case. Remove the needle plate cover and

clean the race. page 152

A high-pitched

noise is made

while sewing.

Dust has accumulated in the feed

dogs or in the bobbin case. Clean the race. page 152

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 32

The bobbin case is scratched, or

has a burr on it.

Replace the bobbin case.

Contact your dealer 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

designed specifically for this

machine.

page 22

The thread does

not pass through

the eye of the

needle.

The needle has not been raised to

the correct position. Press the needle position button. page 32

The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. page 41

The stitch is not

sewn correctly.

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 70

The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper

thread. page 59

The thread is tangled, for example,

in the bobbin case.

Remove the tangle thread. If the

thread is tangled in the bobbin case,

clean the race. page 152

The fabric does not

feed.

The feed dogs are lowered. Slide the drop feed lever to the right. page 102

The stitch is too fine. Lengthen the stitch length. page 59

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 70

The thread is tangled, for example,

in the bobbin case.

Remove the tangled thread. If the

thread is tangled in the bobbin case,

clean the race. page 152

The fabric feeds in

the opposite

direction. The feed mechanism is damaged. Contact your dealer or the nearest

authorized service center. -

The needle

threader lever does

not lower to the

correct position.

The needle has not been raised to

the correct position. Press the needle position button. page 32

The sewing lamp

does not come on.

The sewing lamp is damaged. Contact your dealer or the nearest

authorized service center. -

The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 17

Nothing appears in

the LCD. The brightness of the LCD is either

too light or too dark. Adjust the brightness of the LCD. page 163

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference

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Machine does not

operate when

embroidery key is

pressed.

The embroidery unit is not

attached. Attach the embroidery unit. page 123

Embroidery unit

does not move.

No pattern selected. Select a pattern. page 132

The embroidery unit is not set up

correctly. Set the embroidery unit up correctly. page 123

Embroidery not

neatly done.

The fabric is not fully stretched on

the embroidery frame. The fabric

is loose.

Stretch the fabric properly on the

embroidery frame. page 127

No stabilizer material is attached. Always use stabilizer material for

embroidery. page 126

The thread is tangled and the

bobbin case, etc., is plugged up.

Remove the tangled thread. When

the bobbin case is plugged up, clean

the race. page 152

The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper

thread. page 145

The upper thread was not

threaded correctly.

Correct the upper threading.

Make sure that the thread is hanged

on the thread guide spring which is

on the left side of the thread guide

cover.

page 32,

page 33

The bobbin thread is incorrectly

installed.

Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 27

Objects are placed near the

carriage or embroidery frame.

If the embroidery unit carriage or

embroidery frame bumps into

objects, the pattern will be

misaligned. Do not place objects

within the range of embroidery frame

motion.

page 124

Material coming out of the

embroidery frame is causing

problems.

Stretch the fabric on the frame once

again so that the material coming out

of the embroidery frame does not

cause problems, rotate the pattern

and embroider.

A heavy fabric is being

embroidered, and the fabric is

hanging off the table.

If embroidery is done with the fabric

hanging off the table, the embroidery

unit movement will be impaired.

Support the fabric while

embroidering.

The fabric is catching. It is

pinched. Stop the sewing machine and set the

fabric up correctly. -

The carriage was moved while the

embroidery frame was being

removed or attached during

embroidery.

If the carriage is moved during the

process, the pattern may be

misaligned. Be careful when

removing or attaching the

embroidery frame.

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference

Troubleshooting 159

Error messages

When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the

LCD. Follow what is displayed. If you press or do the operation correctly while the error

message is displayed, the message disappears.

No Error Message Probable Cause

1There is a possibility that the data for the selected pattern is corrupted.

2Either the start/stop button or the reverse/reinforcement stitch button

was pushed at a LCD screen other than the sewing LCD screen.

The start/stop button was pressed without connecting the foot controller

when the setting for adjusting the stitch width using the sewing speed

controller is set to "ON" .

You have selected a pattern for which the stitch width control cannot

be used. (page 58)

4The twin needle setting is selected while a pattern that cannot be sewn

with the twin needle is selected.

Upper thread broken.

Upper thread not set up correctly.

Upper thread has run out.

CAUTION

Be sure to rethread the machine. If you press (Start/stop button)

without rethreading the machine, the thread tension may be wrong or

the needle may break and cause injury.

6The machine is deleting a previously saved pattern while in embroidery

edit mode.

7The start/stop button was pressed while the foot controller was

connected.

You tried to use the foot controller for embroidery.

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8on the LCD was pressed when no card was inserted.

9A stitch other than the buttonhole, bar tack or darning stitch was

selected and the start/stop button was pressed while the buttonhole

lever is lowered.

10 The buttonhole, bar tack or darning stitch was selected and the start/

stop button was pressed while the buttonhole lever is raised.

11 The start/stop button, reverse/reinforcement stitch button or thread

cutter button was pressed while the presser foot was raised.

12 The memory is full and the pattern cannot be saved.

13 You pressed the back key or the embroidery key when a pattern was

selected or the utility stitch key when a stitch is selected.

14 You changed the stitch pattern settings, and then tried to save them by

pressing the manual memory key.

You tried to select an embroidery pattern or change the layout when

the needle was down.

The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the

embroidery unit is attached.

16 You tried to initialize the embroidery unit with the embroidery foot

lowered.

No Error Message Probable Cause

Troubleshooting 161

17 The start/stop button was pressed after selecting a pattern which is

saved in the machine’s memory without pressing (Retrieve key).

18 The reverse/reinforcement stitch button, needle position button or

thread cutter button was pressed while the bobbin winder shaft is

moved to the right.

19 A pattern is being saved.

20 The start/stop button or reverse/reinforcement stitch button was pressed

when no pattern is selected.

21 Bobbin thread has run out.

Little bobbin thread remains.

22 When the embroidery unit is attached.

23 You tried to set a number of characters that will not fit within the frame.

24 The upper thread has become tangled around the bobbin case, and the

needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine

stops (refer to page 154).

25 You tried to use a function that cannot be used when the embroidery

unit is attached.

No Error Message Probable Cause

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An Embroidery Memory Card that may not compatible with your

machine has been inserted.

• Certain licensed designs cannot be read by this machine.

• Designs in an unacceptable card format cannot be read by this

machine.

• Design data saved in a hoop size not compatible with your machine

has been selected.

27 You try to retrieve a pattern downloaded as one for a different machine.

The start/stop button, the embroidery key, or the memory key is pressed

in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached.

The embroidery key was pressed when the embroidery unit is not

attached.

29 The bobbin winder is winding the bobbin.

No Error Message Probable Cause

Troubleshooting 163

Adjusting the LCD

If nothing appears in the LCD when the sewing

machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is

either too light or too dark. In such a case, perform

the following operation.

aTurn off the sewing machine.

bTurn the power on while pressing any of the

operation panel keys except (Setting

key).

c Press or .

dTurn off the sewing machine, then turn it on

again.

Operation beep

Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If

an incorrect operation is performed you will hear two

or four beeps.

■If a key is pressed (correct operation)

One beep sounds.

■If an incorrect operation is performed

Two or four beeps sound.

■If the machine locks up, for example, because

the thread is tangled

The sewing machine beeps for four seconds and

the machine automatically stops.

Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and

correct it before continuing to sew.

■Canceling the operation beep

When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set

to beep each time an operation panel key is

pressed. This setting can be changed so that the

machine does not beep.

aTurn on the sewing machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

bPress (Setting key) in the operation

panel.

XThe setting screen appears.

cPress (Next page key) twice.

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dPress OFF for the buzzer.

XThe screen for changing the beep setting

appears.

ePress (Back key).

XThe initial stitch screen appears again.

Index 165

Index

accessories ................................................................. 8, 9

adjusting layout ..........................................................143

adjusting stitch length ...................................................59

adjusting stitch width ....................................................57

adjusting thread tension ....................................... 59, 145

air vent .........................................................................11

appliqué .......................................................................97

appliqué pattern selection ...........................................141

appliqué stitch ..............................................................97

attaching presser foot holder .........................................45

attaching stabilizer material ........................................126

attributes .......................................................................19

automatic reverse/reinforcement stitches .......................61

automatic thread cutting ...............................................62

back key .......................................................................13

bar tack stitch .............................................................103

basic sewing .................................................................48

basting stitch .................................................................78

beep ...........................................................................163

blind hem stitch ............................................................80

bobbin ..........................................................................22

bobbin case removal ...................................................152

bobbin clip .....................................................................9

bobbin cover ................................................................11

bobbin installation ........................................................27

bobbin thread, pulling up .............................................29

bobbin winder ..............................................................10

Bobbin winder seat .......................................................26

bobbin winding ............................................................22

bobbin-winding thread guide ................................. 10, 24

button sewing ...............................................................88

buttonhole lever ............................................................11

buttonhole sewing ........................................................84

buttonhole stitching ......................................................83

buzzer ........................................................................163

care ............................................................................152

changing sewing direction ............................................65

checking needle ............................................................40

cleaning bobbin case ..................................................152

cleaning brush ................................................................9

cleaning machine surface ...........................................152

concealed seams ...........................................................90

connecting character patterns .....................................146

country thread ......................................................19, 134

crazy quilt stitching .......................................................99

cuffs ..............................................................................46

curve sewing .................................................................65

cutting thread ................................................................55

cutting thread automatically ..........................................62

cylindrical pieces ..........................................................46

darning .......................................................................106

darning stitch ..............................................................103

drop feed lever ..............................................................11

elastic tape ....................................................................95

embroidering ..................................................... 118, 139

embroidering pattern ..................................................139

embroidering steps ......................................................119

embroidery bobbin thread ..............................................9

embroidery card .........................................................138

embroidery card slot .............................................11, 138

embroidery character selection ...................................136

embroidery foot installation ........................................120

embroidery foot removal .............................................122

embroidery frame .......................................................127

embroidery frame installation .....................................130

embroidery frame removal ..........................................131

embroidery key .............................................................13

embroidery pattern selection .......................................132

embroidery pattern types ............................................132

embroidery sets ...............................................................9

embroidery sheet ........................................................128

embroidery threads .....................................................118

embroidery unit connector slot .....................................10

embroidery unit installation ........................................123

embroidery unit removal .............................................125

error messages ............................................................159

even seam allowance ....................................................67

extra spool pin ..........................................................9, 36

eyelet punch .....................................................9, 86, 108

eyelet stitching ............................................................108

fabric positioning ..........................................................50

fagoting .......................................................................110

fagoting stitch .............................................................109

feed dogs ......................................................................11

flat bed attachment .......................................................10

foot controller .......................................................... 9, 52

foot controller jack ........................................................11

frame pattern selection ................................................137

fraying, preventing ........................................................74

free-arm sewing ............................................................46

free-motion quilting ....................................................102

front view .....................................................................10

general sewing procedures ............................................48

handle ..........................................................................11

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handwheel ....................................................................11

heirloom stitching .......................................................114

help key ........................................................................13

hook-and-loop fastener .................................................66

installing bobbin ...........................................................27

joining ........................................................................114

joining stitch ........................................................ 97, 109

layout adjustment .......................................................143

LCD ..................................................................... 18, 133

LCD button .................................................................134

LCD messages .............................................................159

LCD operation ..............................................................18

machine surface cleaning ...........................................152

main power switch .......................................................11

maintenance ...............................................................152

manual needle threading ..............................................36

memory key ..................................................................13

mirroring stitches ..........................................................63

needle bar thread guide ................................................11

needle condition ...........................................................40

needle plate ..................................................................11

needle plate cover ........................................................11

needle plate marking ....................................................67

needle position button ..................................................12

needle position, changing .............................................79

needle replacement ......................................................41

needle set .......................................................................9

needle threader lever ....................................................10

needle threading ...........................................................31

needles .........................................................................39

next page key ................................................................13

operation beep ............................................................163

operation buttons ................................................... 10, 12

operation keys ..............................................................13

operation panel ...................................................... 10, 13

operation problems .....................................................154

operations .....................................................................21

optional accessories ........................................................9

overcasting stitches .......................................................74

pant legs .......................................................................46

parallel stitches .............................................................36

patchwork .....................................................................99

pattern embroidery .....................................................139

pattern retrieving .........................................................150

piecing ..........................................................................99

piecing straight stitch ....................................................97

plug ..............................................................................17

positioning fabric ..........................................................50

power supply cord ........................................................17

power supply jack ...................................................11, 17

power switch ..........................................................11, 17

preparations for embroidering .....................................118

presser foot ...................................................................11

presser foot holder ..................................................11, 45

presser foot holder installation ......................................45

presser foot holder removal ...........................................45

presser foot lever ...........................................................10

presser foot replacement ...............................................43

previous page key .........................................................13

pulling up bobbin thread ..............................................29

quick reference guide .....................................................9

quilting .......................................................................100

quilting guide ..............................................................101

quilting stippling ...........................................................97

quilting stitch ................................................................97

race ............................................................................152

reinforcement stitching ........................................ 53, 103

release button .............................................................125

removing presser foot holder .........................................45

replacing needle ...........................................................41

replacing presser foot ....................................................43

resewing .....................................................................147

retrieving pattern .........................................................150

reverse stitching ............................................................53

reverse/reinforcement stitch button ........................ 12, 54

reverse/reinforcement stitches, automatic ......................61

safety instructions ...........................................................1

saving patterns ............................................................150

scallop stitch ...............................................................109

scallop stitching ..........................................................111

screwdriver .....................................................................9

seam allowance, even ...................................................67

seam ripper .....................................................................9

securing stitching ..........................................................53

selecting alphabet characters ......................................136

selecting embroidery patterns .....................................132

selecting stitches ...........................................................49

selecting the needle ......................................................39

settings key ...................................................................13

sewing basics ................................................................48

sewing direction change ...............................................65

sewing machine help key ..............................................13

sewing speed controller ................................................12

shell tuck stitch ...........................................................113

side cutter .....................................................................76

smocking ....................................................................112

Index 167

smocking stitch ...........................................................109

solving operation problems .........................................154

spool cap ............................................................9, 23, 32

spool net ...................................................................9, 24

spool of thread ..............................................................31

stabilizer material .......................................................126

start/stop button ............................................................12

stippling ........................................................................97

stitch length adjustment ................................................59

stitch selection ..............................................................49

stitch settings ................................................................70

stitch width adjustment .................................................57

stopping embroidering ................................................148

straight stitch ................................................... 70, 78, 90

stretch fabrics ................................................................95

stretch stitch ..................................................................95

thick fabrics ..................................................................65

thin fabrics ....................................................................66

thread cutter .................................................................10

thread cutter button ............................................... 12, 55

thread cutting ................................................................55

thread cutting, automatic ..............................................62

thread guide .....................................................10, 24, 33

thread guide cover ........................................... 10, 24, 33

thread guide disk ................................................... 11, 34

thread spools ................................................................31

thread take-up lever ................................................10, 34

thread tension adjustment ................................... 59, 145

threading ......................................................................31

threading bobbin ..........................................................22

threading needle ...........................................................31

threading needle manually ............................................36

tips ................................................................................65

touch panel ...................................................................13

trial sewing ...................................................................65

triple stretch stitch ......................................... 78, 95, 103

troubleshooting ...........................................................154

turning machine on/off ..................................................16

twin needle .....................................................................9

twin needle sewing .......................................................36

upper thread .................................................................31

upper thread spool ........................................................31

upper thread tension ............................................ 59, 145

Upper Threading ...........................................................31

utility stitch key .............................................................13

utility stitch selection screen .........................................18

utility stitches ................................................................70

winding bobbin ............................................................22

wing needle ................................................................114

zigzag stitches ................................................. 75, 95, 97

zigzag width adjustment ...............................................57

zipper sewing ...............................................................90

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XE3116-001

Printed in China

Product Code 885-V31/V33

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