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Brother 888-V14 Operation Manual
Computerized sewing machine
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Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
Table of Contents
Introduction
Sewing Machine Features
Accessories
Included Accessories
Optional Accessories
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions
Machine
Needle and Presser Foot Section
Operation Buttons
Operation Panel
Getting Ready
Turning the Machine On/Off
Power Supply Precautions
Turning on the Machine
Turning off the Machine
Understanding the LCD Screens
Changing the Machine Settings
Changing the Settings
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD
Winding/Installing the Bobbin
Bobbin Precautions
Winding the Bobbin
Installing the Bobbin
Upper Threading
Threading the Upper Thread
Threading the Needle
Threading the Needle Manually (Without Using the Needle Threader)
Using the Twin Needle
Pulling up the Bobbin Thread
Replacing the Needle
Needle Precautions
Needle Types and Their Uses
Checking the Needle
Replacing the Needle
Replacing the Presser Foot
Presser Foot Precautions
Removing the Presser Foot Holder
Using the Optional Walking Foot
Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces
Stitching Cylindrical Pieces
Sewing Large Pieces of Fabric
Sewing Basics
Sewing
General Sewing Procedure
Positioning the Fabric
Starting to Sew
Securing the Stitching
Cutting the Thread
Adjusting the Thread Tension
Changing the Tension of the Upper Thread
Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length
Adjusting the Stitch Width
Adjusting the Stitch Length
Useful Functions
Changing the Needle Stop Position
Automatically Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Stitches
Useful Sewing Tips
Trial Sewing
Changing the Sewing Direction
Sewing Curves
Sewing Thick Fabrics
Sewing Thin Fabrics
Sewing Stretch Fabrics
Sewing an Even Seam Allowance
Sewing Hook-And-Loop Fastener
Utility Stitches
Selecting Stitching
Selecting Stitch Types and Patterns
Selecting Stitching
Overcasting Stitches
Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Overcasting Foot "G
Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Zigzag Foot "J
Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using the Optional Side Cutter
Basic Stitching
Blind Hem Stitching
Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing
Buttonhole Sewing
Button Sewing
Zipper Insertion
Inserting a Centered Zipper
Inserting a Side Zipper
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape
Stretch Stitching
Elastic Attaching
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching
Appliqué Stitching
Patchwork (Crazy Quilt) Stitching
Piecing
Quilting
Free-Motion Quilting
Satin Stitching Using the Sewing Speed Controller
Reinforcement Stitching
Triple Stretch Stitching
Bar Tack Stitching
Eyelet Stitching
Decorative Stitching
Fagoting
Scallop Stitching
Smocking
Shell Tuck Stitching
Joining
Heirloom Stitching
Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns
Sewing Beautiful Patterns
Sewing Patterns
Combining Patterns
Repeat Sewing Patterns
Checking the Selected Pattern
Mirror Imaging the Pattern
Saving Patterns
Retrieving a Pattern
Realigning the Pattern
Appendix
Stitch Settings
Utility Stitches
Other Stitches
Care and Maintenance
Restrictions on Oiling
Cleaning the Machine Surface
Cleaning the Race
Removing the Needle Plate
Troubleshooting
Frequent Troubleshooting Topics
Upper Thread Tightened up
Tangled Thread on Wrong Side of Fabric
Incorrect Thread Tension
Fabric Is Caught in the Machine and Cannot be Removed
When the Thread Became Tangled under the Bobbin Winder Seat
List of Symptoms
Error Messages
Nothing Appears in the LCD
Operation Beep
Cancelling the Operation Beep
Index
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GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
APPENDIX
Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
Product Code: 888-V14
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
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Summarization of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
Getting Ready
Turning the Machine On/Off
Explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off, including power supply precautions.
Understanding the LCD Screens
Details the information displayed on the sewing machine's LCD screen, including settings and error messages.
Changing the Machine Settings
Guides on how to change various machine settings and adjust LCD brightness.
Winding/Installing the Bobbin
Provides instructions and precautions for winding and installing the bobbin thread.
Upper Threading
Explains the procedures for positioning the thread spool and threading the needle.
Replacing the Needle
Offers guidance on needle precautions, types, checking, and replacement procedures.
Replacing the Presser Foot
Details on presser foot precautions, replacement, holder removal, and optional walking foot use.
Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces
Instructions for sewing cylindrical pieces and large fabric pieces, including using the flatbed attachment.
Sewing Basics
Sewing
Covers basic sewing operations, general procedures, and precautions before operating the machine.
Adjusting the Thread Tension
Explains how to adjust upper and bobbin thread tensions for equal balance.
Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length
Guides on adjusting stitch width and length for utility stitches.
Useful Functions
Describes functions for improving sewing efficiency, like needle stop position and automatic reverse stitching.
Useful Sewing Tips
Provides various tips for achieving better sewing results, including trial sewing and handling different fabrics.
Utility Stitches
Selecting Stitching
Details on how to select various stitch types and patterns using the operation panel.
Overcasting Stitches
Instructions for sewing overcasting stitches using different presser feet.
Basic Stitching
Covers basic straight stitches for plain seams, including triple stretch stitch.
Blind Hem Stitching
Guides on securing bottoms of skirts and pants with blind hem stitches.
Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing
Instructions for sewing buttonholes and buttons, including different types and methods.
Zipper Insertion
Procedures for inserting centered and side zippers into fabric.
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape
Guidance on sewing stretch fabrics and attaching elastic tape.
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching
Details on stitches for appliqués, patchwork, and quilting.
Reinforcement Stitching
Instructions for reinforcing seams and openings with triple stretch and bar tack stitches.
Eyelet Stitching
Procedure for sewing eyelets on items like belts.
Decorative Stitching
Overview of various decorative stitches like fagoting, shell tuck, and heirloom stitching.
Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns
Guidance on sewing built-in decorative patterns, including combining and mirror imaging.
Appendix
Stitch Settings
A table detailing stitch applications, lengths, widths, and needle compatibility.
Care and Maintenance
Instructions for basic maintenance, including cleaning the machine surface and race.
Troubleshooting
Covers common problems, causes, remedies, and error messages for the sewing machine.
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