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Operation Manual
Sewing machine
Product Code: 884-T79
Manuel d’instructions
Machine à coudre
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Thank you for purchasing this 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 nished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electrical shock
1
Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after
using, when cleaning, making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in
this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, re,
electrical shock, or personal injuries.
2
Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when making any
adjustments mentioned in this 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 an electrical outlet. Do not use an extension
cord.
•
Always unplug your machine if there is a power failure.
3
Electrical Hazards:
•
This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the
range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power
source or inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power source you
have, contact a qualified electrician.
•
This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only.
4 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, has been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on
the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized Brother dealer
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 machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting
the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the
machine falling, which could cause injuries.
•
When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless
movements, which may cause a personal injury.
2
5
Always keep your work area clear:
•
Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation
openings of the machine and foot control free from the build up of lint,
dust, and loose cloth.
•
Do not store objects on the foot controller.
•
Never drop or insert foreign objects in 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 machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or
slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.
6
Special care is required while 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 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 while sewing, and follow the instructions
carefully when free motion stitching so that you do not deflect the needle
and cause it to break.
7
This machine is not a toy:
•
Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near
children.
•
This product contains small parts. Keep the product out of the reach of
children to prevent accidental ingestion of small parts.
•
The plastic bag that this 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.
8
For a longer service life:
•
When using and 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.
•
Do not use cleansers or organic solvents, such as thinner, petroleum ether
or alcohol, to clean the machine. Otherwise, the finish may peel off or
become scratched.
•
Always consult the Operation Manual when replacing or installing any
assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct
installation.
9
For repair or adjustment:
•
If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized Brother
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.
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CAUTION
10
(For U.S.A. only)
This 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
electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the electrical
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper electrical outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the
manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained
in this manual.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are
subject to change without notice.
For additional product information, visit our website at
www.brother.com
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is intended
for household use.
FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT EUROPEAN
COUNTRIES
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
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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 Brother dealer to obtain the
correct lead.
WARNING SIGN
The following warning sign is on the machine.
Be sure to observe the precautions described in the sign.
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1
CAUTION
Moving parts -To reduce risk of injury, disconnect from supply circuit before
servicing. Replace cover.
Close door before operating machine.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 1
Accessories ................................................................................. 6
Machine Features ........................................................................ 7
Before You Begin (1) .................................................................... 8
Power Cord and Foot Controller ...............................8
Main Power Switch ...................................................8
Thread Tension Dial ...................................................8
Handwheel ................................................................8
Stitch Length Regulator ............................................8
Reverse Stitch Lever .................................................8
Presser Foot Lever ....................................................9
Knee Lifter .................................................................9
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial .....................9
Fabric Extension Table ..............................................9
Before You Begin (2) .................................................................. 10
Thread Cutter Button ..............................................10
Needle Stop Position Button ...................................10
Feed Dog Adjustment Knob .................................... 10
Changing Needles ..................................................................... 11
Changing the Needle ..............................................11
Changing the Feed Pin ............................................ 11
Winding/Installing the Bobbin .................................................. 12
Bobbin Winding .......................................................12
Bobbin Installation ..................................................14
Upper Threading ........................................................................ 15
Upper Threading .....................................................15
Upper Threading for Thick Fabrics or When Using Heavier Threads
....16
Using the Needle Threader .....................................17
Using the Spool Net ................................................17
Stitch Samples and Needle Chart ............................................ 18
Stitch Samples ........................................................18
Thread Tension ........................................................ 18
Changing Presser Feet .............................................................. 19
Changing Presser Feet (Zipper Foot).......................19
Presser Feet ............................................................19
Basic Sewing (1) ........................................................................ 20
Basic Sewing ...........................................................20
Pin Feeding (for hard-to-handle fabrics) .................20
Basic Sewing (2) ........................................................................ 21
Rolled Hem Foot .....................................................21
Basic Sewing (3) ........................................................................ 22
Zipper Foot .............................................................. 22
Invisible Zipper Foot ................................................ 23
1/4” Foot .................................................................23
Free Motion Quilting Foot ........................................ 24
Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread .................................24
Seam Guide ............................................................24
Fabric Separator (for joining lining to fabric) .........25
Caring for Your Machine ........................................................... 26
Cleaning the Machine .............................................26
Lubrication Points ...................................................26
Trouble Shooting ....................................................................... 27
When the Safety Device is Operating .....................28
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Accessories
No. Part Name Part Code
1 Soft Cover D02V2X-001
2Medium Screwdriver XC9541-051
3Small Screwdriver X55468-051
4 Cleaning Brush X59476-051
5 Knee Lifter XA0830-051
6 Needles and Case
(ORGAN HLX5)
1 Size 9, 2 Size 11, 1 Size 14,
1 Size 16, 1 Ballpoint Needle
X80805-151
7Fabric Separator Screw (2) 062670-817
8 Fabric Separator 184720-001
9 Feed Pin 138483-051
10 Feed Pin Changer XC1407-051
11 General Purpose Foot XA1425-001
12 Bobbin (5) SA159 (Americas)
MBN (Others)
13 Spool Cap XA2111-050
14 Rolled Hem Foot X57138-101
15 Zipper Foot 112797-001
16 Invisible Zipper Foot XC0093-001
17 1/4” Foot XA7258-001
18 Free Motion Quilting Foot XA7255-301
19 Seam Guide XA7256-001
20 Foot Controller XD0501-121 (EU area)
XC8816-071 (Other areas)
21 Fabric Extension Table XC3117-052
22 Spool Net XA5523-050
23 Pin Feed Foot (on machine) 136021-001
24 Spool Cushion (on machine) XF2071-002
12345
678910
11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
Note (For U.S.A. only)
• Foot controller: Model T
This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 884-T79. The product code
is mentioned on the machine rating plate.
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Machine Features
Presser Foot Pressure
A
djustment Dial (Page 9)
Three Holed
Thread Guide (Page 15)
Thread Guide (Right)
(Page 15)
Thread Trimmer
Feed Dog
(Page 10 and 20)
Thread Guide Bar
(Page 12)
Stitch Length
Regulator (Page 8)
Needle Stop Position
Button (Page 10)
Reverse Stitch
Lever (Page 8)
Feed Dog Adjustment
Knob (Page 10)
Knee Lifter
(Page 9)
Bobbin Winder
(Page 12)
Handwheel
(Page 8)
Main Power Switch
(Page 8)
Foot Controller Jack
(Page 8)
Power Supply Jack
(Page 8)
Spool Cushion
(Page 12)
Spool Pin
(Page 12)
Presser Foot
Lever (Page 9)
Bobbin Winding Thread
Guide (Page 12)
Handle
Air Vents
Thread Cutter
Button (Page 10)
Thread Tension Dial
(Page 8 and 18)
Indicator Lamp
Needle
T
hreader (Page 17)
Quick Bobbin
Thread Device (Page 14)
Thread Take-up Lever
(Page 15)
Attachment Plate
Thread guide (Left)
(Page 15)
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Before You Begin (1)
Power Cord
Foot Controller
Power Switch
I
O
Handwheel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Stitch Length Regulator
Reference Mark
Lower number
= shorter stitches
Higher number
= longer stitches
Reverse Stitch
Lever
Upper Thread Tension
Loosen
Tighten
Tension Block
Thread Tension Dial
●When tighter thread tension is
desired, turn the tension dial
to the right. Upper and bobbin
threads will meet on right side
of the fabric.
●When looser thread tension is
desired, turn tension dial to the
left. Upper and lower threads
will then meet on wrong side of
fabric.
Main Power Switch
●Press power switch toward the
"I" position to turn machine on.
●To turn the machine o, press
the power switch toward the
"O" position.
Handwheel
●Position needle using
handwheel.
✽Always turn handwheel towards
you.
CAUTION
Be sure to keep the area under
and around the needle clear.
Stitch Length Regulator
●Adjust desired stitch length
using stitch regulator dial.
Reverse Stitch Lever
●Sewing in reverse is possible
when the reverse stitch lever is
in the lowered position.
✽Make sure to continuously press
the lever to its lowest position
when reverse sewing is desired.
✽
When the stitch regulator dial
is set between 5-7 mm, the
reverse stitch length is always
5 mm.
Power Cord and Foot Controller
WARNING
Please use common household
current.
●Attach power cord.
●
Insert foot controller jack into machine.
●
When you press the foot controller
down lightly, the machine will run at
a low speed. When more pressure
is applied to foot controller, the
machine’s speed will increase. When
you remove your foot from the foot
controller, the machine will stop.
Slowe
r
Faster
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Presser Foot Lever
●Lowering the presser foot lever
lowers the sewing foot down
onto the fabric and engages the
thread tension function.
✽When working with heavy
fabrics or other fabrics that
don’t slide easily under the foot,
raise the presser foot lever to
position the fabric.
Knee Lifter
●Using the convenient knee lifter
to lift and lower the presser
foot easily, leaving both of your
hands free.
Presser Foot Pressure
Adjustment Dial
●Turning the pressure adjustment
dial raises and lowers the
pressure indicator needle as
the amount of pressure on the
presser foot changes.
See also: “Feed Dog Adjustment
Knob” on page 10.
✽See “Thread Tension” on page
18.
✽Coordinate the color coding for
proper foot pressure and feed
dog settings.
Presser Foot
Lever
Knee Lifter
Setting up the knee lifter.
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial
Pressure Indicator
Needle
✽Push the knee lifter bar all the
way into the socket.
✽When knee lifter is not in use,
it can be stored beneath the
fabric extension table.
Fabric Extension Table
Knee Lifter
Fabric Extension Table
●
Lower the adjustable table feet and slide the fabric extension table on to the
machine.
Table feet
1
3
2
Stopper
Hook
3
Guide pin
Hole
2
10
Before You Begin (2)
Thread Cutter Button
CAUTION
When the machine stops due to
jammed threads and so forth, do
not press on the foot controller;
turn power o, and move the
needle with the handwheel to
check the situation. Otherwise
broken needles could result.
●The thread cutter trims upper
and bobbin threads at the end
of seams.
Needle Stop Position Button
●When indicator lamp is lit up,
the machine will stop sewing
with the needle lowered through
the fabric.
●When the indicator lamp is
o, the machine will stop as
soon as the foot controller is
released at the end of stitching.
In that case, the needle does
not always stop in the same
position.
●If the safety device is activated,
for example if the thread
becomes tangled, the indicator
lamp flashes. (page 28)
Feed Dog Adjustment Knob
●Height of feed dog can be
adjusted to coincide with fabric
weights.
Foot Pressure and Feed Dog Position
Thread Cutter Button
Indicator Lamp
Needle Stop Position Button
Feed Dog Adjustment Knob
Select one of four feed dog positions according to your needs.
Note
• If a setting other than is selected, the pin feed mechanism will not
operate.
• Coordinate the color coding for proper foot pressure and feed dog settings.
• When activating the Pin Feed Mechanism, use only the Pin Feed Foot or the
General Purpose Foot.
(Feed Dog Down)
(Pin Feeding)
Velvet
Lightweight Fabrics
Mediumweight Fabrics
Heavyweight Fabrics
✽Ensure presser foot lever is down
before using.
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Changing Needles
Changing the Needle
1 Turn the sewing machine off.
Raise needle to highest position
using handwheel, and lower the
presser foot.
2 Loosen screw with screwdriver,
and remove needle.
3 Hold the needle with the flat
side to the right, and insert the
needle as far as it will go.
Make sure needle is securely
set in the needle chamber by
screwing in tightly.
✽If the needle is not adequately
inserted or the screw is loose,
this may break the needle or
cause a breakdown and the
needle threader will not work.
✽Check needles on a flat surface
to make sure they are not bent.
Changing the Feed Pin
1 Set the feed dog to the “velvet”
position. (See page 10.)
2
Remove needle (page 11), presser
foot and needle plate (page 26).
3 Lower presser foot and turn
handwheel until feed pin is in its
highest position.
4 Insert small screwdriver
(included) as shown in diagram.
Flat surface
Lay needle on
a flat surface
(such as the needle
plate or a plate
of glass).
The needle should lay
parallel to a surface.
5 While holding spring with
fingertip, lower the feed pin
changer onto the feed pin tip to
pick it up.
6 Attach new feed pin to feed pin
changer, lower and attach while
holding spring with fingertip.
7 Remove screwdriver.
8 Re-attach needle plate, needle
and presser foot.
CAUTION
• Please make sure the power to the machine is turned o before carrying
out the following operations. There is a chance of injury if the machine
accidentally starts running during this operation.
• Only use recommended sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle
may break the needle, possibly resulting in injury. (page 18)
12
21
3
4
5679<A
3
1
2
Spool Cap
✽1
✽2
Spool Cushion
Spool of Thread
Winding/Installing the Bobbin
Note
• Do not move bobbin winding clutch
while machine is running.
Bobbin Winding
1 Raise the thread guide bar all the way.
2 Mount a spool of thread on the spool pin.
✽1 Use spool cap when using parallel-wound thread.
✽2 Use spool cushion when using cross-wound thread.
3 Pass the thread through the
triangular hole.
4 Pass thread through bobbin
winding thread guide as shown
in drawing.
5 Run thread through top thread
notch 1, and turning the bobbin
align bottom thread notch 2 of the
bobbin with guide pin on bobbin
winder shaft.
6 Press bobbin winding clutch up against
empty bobbin. If the bobbin stop does
not slide easily between the top and
bottom of the bobbin, check that the
bobbin is seated properly with the guide
pin (5) inserted into the lower notch.
Bobbin
Bobbin Winder
Shaft
Guide Pin
Thread Notch 1
Thread Notch
2
Bobbin Winding Clutch
13
9 Stop winding process when bobbin
is full. Remove your foot from the
foot controller.
0 Manually move bobbin winding
clutch back to original position.
7 While holding the end of the thread,
press on the foot controller for a
few seconds. Once enough thread
has wound itself around the bobbin
to hold itself in place, release the
foot controller and trim the excess
thread.
A Cut thread and remove bobbin.
8 Start winding the bobbin again
by pressing down on the foot
controller.
✽
Place the thread end so that it does
not protrude from the bobbin.
Bobbin Winding Clutch
Foot controller
Pedal
Press down
✽
Pressing down on the foot controller
harder increases the winding speed.
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1 Lift needle plate and open
bobbin door.
2 Place bobbin inside the bobbin case.
✽Run thread through thread notch and
under latch spring, so that a length of
thread is exposed.
✽Always use the bobbin case that was
supplied with this machine. A secondary
bobbin case can be ordered from your
dealer.
3 Pull the latch lever of the bobbin
case out and push the bobbin case
into the shuttle race and release the
latch lever.
✽
If the latch lever on the bobbin case is not
set securely on the hook, it may fly o during
sewing and cause lower thread breakage.
Rotate the handwheel one full rotation
towards you to check that the bobbin case
is set securely.
4 Pass the thread through the Quick
Bobbin Thread Device in the order
numbered 1 2, pull in the direction
of the arrow 3, then cut the thread.
★
Quick Bobbin Thread Device
This device cuts the bobbin thread
end to an appropriate length after the
bobbin has been replaced and holds it
at that length. Following this process
eliminates the need to manually pull the
bobbin thread through the hole in the
needle plate. Simply close the bobbin
case and continue the upper threading
process.
Bobbin Installation
✽
Bobbin should be
positioned so it
unwinds from the left.
Latch Spring
Thread Notch
10 cm
(approx. 4 inches)
1
2
2
Bobbin Door
Needle Plate
1
1
2
3
5 Lower slide plate and close
bobbin door, following numbers
1 2 above in order.
Bobbin Thread Setting Cover
●When the fabric extension table is set in place
Open the bobbin thread setting cover
beforehand, then following the above
directions set the bobbin thread in
place. (You can set the bobbin thread
in place without removing the fabric
extension table.)
CAUTION – Moving parts –
To reduce risk of injury, turn the power to the machine o before servicing. Open covers.
15
CAUTION
Turn o the power to the machine before threading the upper thread. Otherwise, it may cause injuries if you unintentionally press down on the foot controller.
Thread
Needle Hole
Scarf
(depression on
needle shaft)
Long
Groove
1
2
86
7
90
A
3
4
5
Upper Threading
✽Before threading the machine, prepare it as described below.
1 Raise the presser foot lever.
2
Turn the handwheel toward you until the thread take-up lever is positioned
as shown in the diagram. The needle is raised to it's highest position.
3
Pass the thread through the triangular hole of the thread guide bar. (page 12)
1
2
3
4
2
2
2
6
5
3
7
8
1
9
0
A
Upper Threading
✽Thread tension may not be
adjusted adequately if the thread
does not pass correctly through
the take-up spring (4).
1 Starting with the hole on the right end,
pass the thread through the holes in the
three-holed thread guide from above.
2 Pass the thread through
the thread guide (right).
3
Pass the thread clockwise
around the thread tension dial.
4
Pass the thread through
the thread take-up spring.
5 Pass the thread through
the thread guide (lower).
6 Pass the thread through
the thread guide (left).
7
Pass the thread through
the thread take-up lever
from right to left.
8
Pass the thread through
the thread guide (left).
9
Pass the thread through the thread guide.
0 Pass the thread behind the
needle bar thread guide.
A
Pass the thread through the needle from
left to right. * For details on using the
needle threader, refer to page 17.
4
*1 *2
When using strong thread
such as synthetic thread, pass
the thread through all holes
(*1). If the thread still tangles
or breaks, use a dierent
threading method (*2).
16
1
26
7
90
A
3
4
5
8
For a tighter upper thread, such as when
sewing thick fabrics or using heavier
threads, thread the machine as described
below.
Upper Threading for Thick Fabrics or When Using Heavier Threads
1 Refer to page 15 to
thread the three-holed
thread guide.
2
Pass the thread through
the thread guide (right).
3
Pass the thread
clockwise around the
thread tension dial.
4
Pass the thread through
the thread take-up spring.
5 Pass the thread through
the thread guide (lower).
6 Pass the thread through
the thread guide (right)
again.
7 Pass the thread
through the thread
take-up lever from
right to left.
8 Pass the thread
through the thread
guide (left).
9
Pass the thread through the thread guide.
0
Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide.
A Pass the thread through the needle
from left to right.
✽For details on using the needle
threader, refer to page 17.
The upper thread tension can be adjusted by sliding the thread guide
(right) to the left or right. Loosen the screw, and then slide the thread
guide (right) to the desired position. Once the thread guide is in the
desired position, tighten the screw to secure the guide.
General thread tension is adjusted with the thread tension dial. Refer
to page 18.
✽Use the appropriate needle for the thread or topstitch needle, when
using heavier threads. Adjust stitch length and tension as needed.
1
6
5
7
8
2
3
4
4
9
0
A
12
34
1 Screw
2 Thread guide (right)
3 Looser
4 Tighter
✽Thread tension may not be
adjusted adequately if the thread
does not pass correctly through
the take-up spring (4).
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Using the Needle Threader
Using the Spool Net
1
2
3
4
If using transparent nylon thread,
metallic thread, or other strong
thread, place the included spool
net over the spool before using.
If the spool net is too long, fold it
once to match it to the spool size
before placing it over the spool.
1 Spool net
2 Thread spool
3 Spool pin
4 Spool cap
CAUTION
Be sure to turn o the power before using the needle threader. There is a risk of injury if you accidentally step on the foot controller.
6 Raise the presser foot lever, and
then return the needle threader to
its original position.
The hook passes the thread
through the eye of the needle.
1
Make sure that the thread take-up lever is
positioned as shown in the diagram and
the needle is raised to it's highest position.
2
Holding the thread in your left hand, pull
out about 20 cm (approx. 8 inches) (
1
),
and then lower the presser foot lever (
2
).
4
Pass the thread between the hook
fingers (
1
) completely, then pass
the thread around the right side of
the pin (
2
).
The hook (
3
) catches the thread.
3 Fully lower the
needle threader
(1), and then
fully swing it to
the back.
5 Pass the thread
through the thread
trimmer from back
to front to cut it.
7 Carefully pull the loop to the right to
thread the needle.
2
1
Needle
Threader
1
32
1
✽The needle threader can be used with machine needles #11 through #16.
When using #9 needles or thinner, manually thread the needle.
●The needle threader cannot be used
with the thread-needle combinations
illustrated in the chart shown below.
Transparent nylon thread can be used
regardless of the chart, providing the
needle used is a #14 or #16.
Needle (HLX5) Thread
#11 #20 #30
#14 #20 #30
#16 #20
18
Stitch Samples and Needle Chart
Stitch Samples
1 Set stitch length regulator to
desired stitch length.
2 Make sure approximately 15
cm (approx. 6 inches) of upper
thread is pulled under the
presser foot and toward the rear
of the machine. While needle is
in raised position, insert a test
strip from the garment fabric
under the foot.
3 Lower presser foot.
4 Turn the handwheel toward you
to lower the needle through the
fabric, then press gently on the
foot controller to begin.
5
Turn the handwheel toward you
to raise the needle and thread
take-up lever to their highest
positions.
6
Raise the presser foot and remove
fabric. Manually cut the thread
with the thread trimmer located
on the left side of the machine, or
with a pair of scissors.
✽When using thread cutter:
5
Press the thread cutter button
while the presser foot lever is in
the down position
.
6
Raise presser foot and remove
fabric.
Thread Tension ✽Bobbin thread should feed smoothly. Adjust bobbin thread
to match that of upper thread. (If bobbin thread is too tight
it may cause fabric to bunch up.)
to increase
bobbin
tension
to reduce
needle
thread
tension
to increase
needle
thread
tension
Fabric
Upper
Thread
Lower
Thread
to reduce
bobbin
tension
Correct thread tension
Incorrect thread tension can lead
to such undesirable results as
messy stitches, puckered seams
and thread breakage.
Upper
Thread
Lower
Thread
Right side of Fabric
Upper
Thread
Lower
Thread
Right side of Fabric
Wrong side of fabric
Bobbin tension . . . Proper
When it is week
Bobbin tension . . . Proper
When it is strong
Wrong side of fabric
Adjust the upper thread to match the bobbin thread.
●Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations
✽The following chart applies to many dierent fabric, thread and needle combinations.
✽HLX5 needles are recommended; however, Schmetz 130/705H needles may also be used under normal
sewing conditions.
✽Adjust the pressure adjustment dial and the feed dog adjustment knob according to the chart on the
sewing machine.
✽When sewing on knit fabrics such as jersey or tricot, use a ballpoint needle or a needle designed for use
with knit fabrics.
✽For best results when using metallic threads, sew with a good quality thread, set upper tension on 2, and
use metallic needle.
Fabric - Thread - Needles
Cloth Thread Needle (HLX5)
Specialty
fabrics
Velvet Silk, Polyester #30 – #50 #11 – #14
Quilt Polyester #20 – #50 #11 – #16
Synthetic Suede Polyester #20 – #50
Knit Polyester #20 – #50
Coating Polyester #50 #11 – #14
Light
weight
fabrics
Lawn Cotton #80 #9
Tricot Polyester #60
Silk Georgette Silk #50
Wool Georgette Silk, Polyester #50 #11
Medium
weight
fabrics
Gingham Cotton #60 – #80 #11 – #14
Lightweight Jersey Polyester #60 #11
Gabardine, Flannel Silk #50
Heavy
weight
fabrics
Denim Cotton #20 – #50 #14 – #18
Jersey Polyester #20 – #50 #11 – #16
Tweed Silk #20 – #50
HLX5
Schmetz
130/705H
#9 #65
#11 #75
#14 #90
#16 #100
#18 #110
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