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  • Page 2: Enclosed Accessories

    Enclosed Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are enclosed. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. Accessories Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model CS-8075. ●...

  • Page 3: Names Of Machine Parts And Their Functions

    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 1 Thread cassette compartment cover 2 Thread cassette compartment...

  • Page 4: Needle And Presser Foot Section

    Needle and presser foot section 1 Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 2 Needle bar thread hook Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread hook. 3 Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams.

  • Page 5: Operation Buttons

    Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 1 Thread cassette indicator The indicator lights up or goes off depending on the condition of the sewing machine. Green: A thread cassette can be inserted. Red: A thread cassette cannot be inserted.

  • Page 6: Operation Panel

    Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, consists of various buttons and sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn. 1 Stitches There are 50 stitches. Select stitch 00-49. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. 2 Stitch indicator / 3 Stitch selection key Press the stitch selection key, and then select the number for the stitch that you wish to use.

  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. Side cutter Part code: SA177, XC3879-002 2. Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. Guide foot Part code: SA133, XC1957-002 4. Walking foot Part code: SA140, XC2214-002 5. Quilting foot Part code: SA129, XC1948-002 Memo ●...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions” (page 6), 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.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Enclosed Accessories ... Cover A Accessories ...Cover A Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ... Cover B Front view ...Cover B Needle and presser foot section ...Cover C Right-side/rear view ...Cover C Operation buttons ... Cover D Operation panel ... Cover E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2...
  • Page 10 —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— SEWING BASICS ...41 Sewing ... 42 General sewing procedure ... 43 Positioning the fabric ... 44 Starting to sew ... 45 Securing the stitching ... 47 Cutting the thread ... 49 Adjusting the Thread Tension ...50 Changing the tension of the upper thread ... 50 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ...51 Adjusting the stitch width ...
  • Page 11 APPENDIX ...95 Stitch Settings ...96 Utility stitches ... 96 Maintenance ...100 Cleaning the machine surface ... 100 Cleaning the shuttle ... 100 Troubleshooting ...102 Error messages ...106 Operation beep ... 106 Changing the needle stop position ...107 Index ...108...

  • Page 12: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using. DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
  • Page 13 FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted.
  • Page 14 In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com...

  • Page 15: Getting Ready

    GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off ...10 Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...12 Upper Threading ...18 Replacing the Needle ...30 Replacing the Presser Foot ...35 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces ...40...

  • Page 16: Turning The Machine On/Off

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.

  • Page 17: Turning On The Machine

    Turning on the machine Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “O”), and then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a household electrical outlet.

  • Page 18: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine.
  • Page 19 Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the bobbin thread spool pin. Slide the spool cap onto the bobbin thread spool pin. With the rounded side of the spool cap positioned toward the left, slide the spool cap onto the bobbin thread spool pin as far as possible until the right side of the spool...
  • Page 20 GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Memo ● When using thread that winds off quickly, such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, place the enclosed 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.
  • Page 21 Slide the sewing speed controller to the right (so that the speed will be fast). 1 Sewing speed controller Press (start/stop button) once. 1 Start/stop button The bobbin starts spinning and the thread is wound around the bobbin. The bobbin spins slowly when it is full. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, press (start/stop button) once.

  • Page 22: Installing The Bobbin

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine.
  • Page 23 Reattach the bobbin cover. Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. The lower threading is finished. Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in “Upper Threading” (on the next page).

  • Page 24: Upper Threading

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upper Threading In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. 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.

  • Page 25: Loading The Spool Into The Thread Cassette

    CAUTION ● Two 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.
  • Page 26 GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Push the thread cassette eject lever on the left side of the machine toward the back. 1 Thread cassette eject lever The thread cassette is raised. • If the sewing machine is turned off, the thread cassette will not be ejected correctly.
  • Page 27 While holding the end of the thread with your right hand and the thread cassette with your left hand, close the cover. Pass the thread through the slit in the top of the thread cassette. Follow arrow 2 indicated on the thread cassette.

  • Page 28: Threading The Needle

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pull the thread under the disc at the front in the lower-left corner and around to the right, and then cut the thread with the cutter. Follow arrow 6 indicated on the thread cassette. 1 Disc 2 Cutter The spool of thread is now loaded in the thread cassette.
  • Page 29 • If the needle is not raised to the correct position, the needle cannot be threaded with the needle threader. Be sure to check that the thread cassette indicator is lit up in green before inserting the thread cassette. Insert the thread cassette into the thread cassette compartment.

  • Page 30: Using The Extra Spool Pin

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Close the thread cassette compartment cover. Now that the upper threading and the lower threading are finished, you are ready to begin sewing. Note ● When inserting the thread cassette into its compartment, slowly press it down. ●...

  • Page 31: Thread The Needle Manually (Without Using The Needle Threader)

    Thread the thread cassette with the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin. • For more details, refer to “Loading the spool into the thread cassette” (page 19). Insert the thread cassette (with the extra spool pin attached) into the thread cassette compartment.

  • Page 32: Using The Twin Needle

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using the twin needle Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different colors. Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality. Be sure to use the enclosed twin needle and the extra spool pin.
  • Page 33 Insert the thread cassette (with the extra spool pin attached) into the thread cassette compartment. • For more details, refer to step the extra spool pin” (page 24). Pass both threads through the needle bar thread hook. • The needle threader cannot be used. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged.
  • Page 34 GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Start sewing. • For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 45). Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other. Note ● 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.

  • Page 35: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. • Refer to steps through bobbin” (page 16). Pass the bobbin thread through the slot. Do not cut the thread with the cutter.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Needle

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below.

  • Page 37: Checking The Needle

    Memo ● The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread, and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Needle

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the needle Replace the needle as described below. Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in “Checking the needle”. Press (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. 1 Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine.
  • Page 39 While 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 ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result.
  • Page 40 GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Lower the needle-changing tool. The needle can be removed from the needle bar. Insert the new needle into the hole in the needle-changing tool. Insert the needle with the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine. Lift up the needle-changing tool so that the fork hooks onto the needle clamp screw.

  • Page 41: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot The presser foot presses down on the fabric. Presser foot precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet. CAUTION ● 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.
  • Page 42 GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder. 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. Place a different presser foot below the holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the holder.

  • Page 43: Removing The Presser Foot Holder

    Removing 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 quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.

  • Page 44: Using The Optional Walking Foot

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using the optional walking foot With the walking foot, both pieces of fabric are fed evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the presser foot. This is useful when sewing fabrics that are hard to feed such as vinyl and leather and when sewing fabrics that easily slip such as velvets or when quilting.
  • Page 45 Raise the presser foot lever. 1 Presser foot lever The presser foot is raised. With a screwdriver, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and then remove the walking foot. 1 Presser foot holder screw Attach the presser foot holder. • For details, refer to “Removing the presser foot holder”...

  • Page 46: Sewing Cylindrical Pieces

    GETTING READY ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Cylindrical Pieces Free-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy. Free-arm sewing Removing the flap allows for free-arm sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs. Slide the flap off to the left. With the flap removed, free-arm sewing is possible.

  • Page 47: Sewing Basics

    SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing ...42 Adjusting the Thread Tension ...50 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ...51 Useful Sewing Tips ...53...

  • Page 48: Sewing

    SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While 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 balance wheel, otherwise injuries may occur.

  • Page 49: General Sewing Procedure

    General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. Turn on the sewing machine. Turn on the For details on turning on the machine, refer to “Turning on the machine” machine. (page 11). Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. Select the stitch.

  • Page 50: Positioning The Fabric

    SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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. Turn on the sewing machine. The straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected.

  • Page 51: Starting To Sew

    Starting to sew Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the sewing machine. The sewing speed can be adjusted using either the operation buttons or the foot controller. ■ Using the operation buttons Sewing can be started and stopped using the operation button (start/stop button).
  • Page 52 SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turn on the sewing machine. Slide 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.

  • Page 53: Securing The Stitching

    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. Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching, and then lower the presser foot lever.
  • Page 54 SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn, release (reverse/reinforcement stitch button). The machine stops sewing. Press (start/stop button), or press down on the foot controller. At this time, if the start/stop button is held pressed, the machine sews at a low speed. The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction.

  • Page 55: Cutting The Thread

    Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads. When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, press (needle position button) once to raise the needle. 1 Needle position button The needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread tension) should be adjusted so that they are equal. Changing the tension of the upper thread If the thread and needle combination is correct for the type of fabric being sewn (according to “Needle types and their uses”...

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Stitch Width And Length

    Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The zigzag width (pattern width) and stitch length of utility stitches can be adjusted. Normally, when a stitch is selected, the appropriate width and length are automatically selected. For details on the range of values within which the width and length can be set, refer to “Stitch Settings”...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Stitch Length

    SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the stitch length Press the stitch length adjustment button in the operation panel. The stitch length adjustment indicator lights Slide the stitch length adjustment slider to the left or right. Sliding the stitch length adjustment slider to the right makes the stitching coarser;...

  • Page 59: Useful Sewing Tips

    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 thread tension and stitch length and width for the stitch that is selected.

  • Page 60: Sewing Thick Fabrics

    SEWING BASICS ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring the presser foot to its highest position. ■...

  • Page 61: Sewing Thin Fabrics

    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.
  • Page 62 SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————...

  • Page 63: Utility Stitches

    UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Selecting Stitching ...58 Overcasting Stitches ...60 Basic Stitching ...64 Blind Hem Stitching ...65 Buttonhole Stitching ...67 Zipper Insertion ...73 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ...77 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ...79 Reinforcement Stitching ...85 Eyelet Stitching...

  • Page 64: Selecting Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting Stitching You can select any of the various types of stitching available. Selecting stitching Using the operation panel keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number.
  • Page 65 To adjust the stitch width, slide the stitch width adjustment slider to the left or right. Press the stitch width adjustment button, and then slide the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width. 1 Stitch width adjustment indicator 2 Stitch width adjustment button 3 Stitch width adjustment slider 4 Narrow...

  • Page 66: Overcasting Stitches

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. Seven 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”...

  • Page 67: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Zigzag Foot "J

    Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot “J”. Stitch Name Application Pattern Zigzag stitch (center Preventing fraying (center baseline/ needle reverse stitching) position) 3-point Preventing fraying in thick fabrics and zigzag stitch stretch fabrics Overcasting...

  • Page 68: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using The Optional Side Cutter

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. The following four stitches can be used to sew overcasting. When the side cutter is attached, be sure to use the settings in the ranges listed below.
  • Page 69 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the side cutter is securely attached. CAUTION ● If the thread cassette is to be installed with the side cutter attached, be sure to lower the presser foot lever. If the presser foot lever remains raised, the needle threader will hit the presser foot, which may result in damages.

  • Page 70: Basic Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Application Pattern Straight Basic stitching and sewing gathers or stitch (left pintucks (left baseline/reverse needle stitching) position) Straight stitch Basic stitching and sewing gathers or (center...

  • Page 71: Blind Hem Stitching

    Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Stitch Name Application Pattern Blind hem stitching on mediumweight fabrics Blind hem stitch Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure.
  • Page 72 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. 1 Needle drop point 1 Needle drop point 2 Wider stitch 3 Narrower stitch ■ If the needle catches too much of the hem fold If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, move the stitch width adjustment lever...

  • Page 73: Buttonhole Stitching

    Buttonhole Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Five stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes. Stitch Name Application Pattern Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics Buttonholes with bar tacks on both ends for stabilized fabrics Buttonhole Buttonholes for stretch or knit fabrics stitch...

  • Page 74: Buttonhole Sewing

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. 1 Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot “A”, which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below.
  • Page 75 ■ 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).) 1 Presser foot scale 2 Length of buttonhole...
  • Page 76 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut.

  • Page 77: Button Sewing

    ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.
  • Page 78 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Place the button into button-sewing foot “M”. 1 Button • When 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.

  • Page 79: Zipper Insertion

    Zipper Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place. Stitch Name Application Pattern Straight stitch (center Attaching zippers needle Sewing concealed seams and pintucks position) There are many methods for inserting zippers. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side zipper are described below.

  • Page 80: Inserting A Side Zipper

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Select stitch • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). CAUTION ● When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle position), and slowly turn the balance wheel toward you to check that the needle does not touch the presser foot.
  • Page 81 Press the seam allowance so that the right side (the side that will not be stitched) has an extra 3 mm (1/8 inch). 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 3 mm (1/8 inch) Align 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.
  • Page 82 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Close the zipper, turn over the fabric, and then baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric. 1 Basting stitching Attach 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 , change it to the left pin.

  • Page 83: Sewing Stretch Fabrics And Elastic Tape

    Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Application Pattern Stretch Stretch fabrics stitch 3-point Attaching elastic zigzag stitch Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot “J”.
  • Page 84 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Select stitch • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). Sew 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.

  • Page 85: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Application Pattern Attaching appliqués (center baseline/ reverse stitching) Zigzag stitch Appliqué quilting, free-motion quilting, satin stitching Attaching appliqués Appliqué...

  • Page 86: Appliqué Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Appliqué stitching Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch). 1 Seam allowance Place a pattern made of thick paper on the back of the appliqué, and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron.

  • Page 87: Patchwork (Crazy Quilt) Stitching

    Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and place it over the lower piece. Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the pattern spans over both pieces. Piecing Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”.

  • Page 88: Quilting

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Memo ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width. 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 optional quilting guide.

  • Page 89: Free-Motion Quilting

    ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Insert the stem of the quilter into the hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder. Walking foot Presser foot holder Adjust the stem of the quilter so that the quilt guide aligns with the seam that has already...
  • Page 90 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear of the machine on the base, to right as seen from the front of the machine). 1 Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) The feed dogs are lowered.

  • Page 91: Reinforcement Stitching

    Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Stitch Name Application Pattern Triple Reinforcing the seams of sleeves and stretch inseams stitch Bar tack Reinforcing the ends of openings, stitch such as the corners of pockets Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes...
  • Page 92 UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attach buttonhole foot “A”. • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35). Select stitch • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). Position 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.

  • Page 93: Eyelet Stitching

    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). Stitch Name Application Pattern Sewing eyelets, for example, Eyelet stitch on belts Attach monogramming foot “N”.

  • Page 94: Decorative Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Application Pattern Fagoting Sewing two pieces of fabric stitch together across an open seam Joining Decorative bridging stitches stitch Smocking Smocking fabrics to add stitch texture and elasticity Scallop...

  • Page 95: Fagoting

    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. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric along their seams. Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.

  • Page 96: Scallop Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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 handkerchiefs. Attach monogramming foot “N”. • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot”...

  • Page 97: Joining

    Select stitch • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). Stitch between the straight stitches. Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt.

  • Page 98: Heirloom Stitching

    UTILITY STITCHES —————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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 mediumweight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. Install the wing needle.
  • Page 99 Attach monogramming foot “N”. • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 35). Select stitch • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 58). With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew along the right edge of the frayed section. Turn the fabric around to sew the opposite side.
  • Page 100 UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————...

  • Page 101: Appendix

    APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings ...96 Maintenance ...100 Troubleshooting ...102 Error messages ...106 Changing the needle stop position ...107 Index ...108...

  • Page 102: Stitch Settings

    APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Stitch Settings 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 Application Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. Straight stitch Attaching zippers, basic stitching, sewing gath-...
  • Page 103 Stitch Name Pattern Application Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching and Joining stitch sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabric, such as with tricot Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching Fagoting and decora- tive stitching Fagoting stitch Fagoting and decora- tive stitching Decorative stitching Decorative stitching...
  • Page 104 APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Stitch Name Pattern Application Horizontal buttonholes on thin and medium- weight fabrics Secured buttonholes for fabrics that have back- ings Buttonhole Buttonholes for stretch stitch or knit fabrics Buttonholes for stretch fabrics Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics Reinforcing openings and areas where the Bar tack stitch...
  • Page 105 Stitch Name Pattern Application For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. Decorative stitches For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. Satin stitches For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto...

  • Page 106: Maintenance

    APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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 wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
  • Page 107 Turn the balance wheel toward you until the tip of the shuttle hook aligns with the edge of the race shelf. 1 Shuttle race 2 Shuttle 3 Edge of the shuttle race 4 Tip of the shuttle hook • Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward you.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom Probable Cause The machine is not turned on. The start/stop button was not pressed.
  • Page 109 Symptom Probable Cause 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 nee- dle bar thread hook). There are knots or tangles in the thread.
  • Page 110 APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Probable Cause The upper thread was not threaded correctly, or the bobbin is incor- rectly installed. The spool is incorrectly installed. The combination of fabric, thread The fabric is and needle is not correct. wrinkled. The needle is bent or blunt. If thin fabrics are being sewn, the stitch is too coarse.
  • Page 111 Symptom Probable Cause The feed dogs are lowered. The stitch is too fine. The presser foot that is used is not The fabric does appropriate for the type of stitch that not feed. you wish to sew. The thread is tangled, for example, in the shuttle.

  • Page 112: Error Messages

    APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Error messages If the start/stop button is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an error message appears in the stitch indicator. Follow the instructions that appear. If you press (Stitch selection key) or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears.

  • Page 113: Changing The Needle Stop Position

    Changing the needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Turn off the sewing machine. While pressing the left stitch selection key ), turn on the sewing machine.

  • Page 114: Index

    APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Index Symbols + key ...Cover E Numerics 3-point zigzag stitch ...61 accessories ... Cover A air vent ... Cover C appliques ...80 balance wheel ...Cover C bar tack ...85 basic stitching ...64 blind hem stitch ...65 bobbin ...Cover A bobbin cover ...Cover C bobbin thread ...16 pulling up ...29...
  • Page 115 patchwork stitching ...81 piecing ...81 pocket corners ...85 positioning fabric ...44 presser foot ...Cover C presser foot holder ...Cover C presser foot lever ...Cover D quick reference guide ... Cover A quilting ...82 quilting foot ...83 quilting guide ... 1 rear view ...
  • Page 116 ENGLISH 885-S06 XC5247-021 Printed in China...

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