LX37NT - Sewing machine BROTHER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Sewing Machine
Brand	Brother
Model	LX37NT
Dimensions	Approx. 38.5 x 17.5 x 30 cm (15.2 x 6.9 x 11.8 in)
Weight	Approx. 5.0 kg (11 lbs)
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz (US standard), 80 W
Number of Stitches	25 built-in stitches
Buttonhole Type	4-step automatic buttonhole
Needle Threader	Automatic needle threader
Bobbin Type	Top drop-in bobbin
Free Arm	Yes, for sewing cuffs and sleeves
Stitch Length Control	Adjustable
Stitch Width Control	Adjustable
Reverse Stitch	Yes
Lighting	Built-in LED light
Maintenance	Clean bobbin area regularly; oil as needed
Safety Features	Do not use in damp areas; unplug when not in use
Spare Parts	Bobbins, needles, presser feet available online

Frequently Asked Questions - LX37NT BROTHER

How do I thread the needle on the Brother LX37NT?

Raise the presser foot, turn the handwheel to lift the needle to highest position, guide thread through the tension discs, then use the automatic needle threader by pulling the lever down and catching the thread loop.

What type of bobbin does the LX37NT use?

It uses a top drop-in bobbin system. Brother part numbers SA156 or similar plastic bobbins.

How do I wind the bobbin?

Place thread on spool pin, wind around bobbin winder pre-tension disc, push bobbin winder to right, start sewing slowly. Once full, push winder back left.

Why is my machine skipping stitches?

Common causes: dull or bent needle, incorrect needle size for fabric, improper threading, or lint buildup in the bobbin area. Replace needle and clean the area.

How do I clean and oil the machine?

Unplug the machine, remove the needle plate, use a soft brush to clean lint, apply sewing machine oil to specified points as per manual (usually around the hook).

What is the maximum fabric thickness?

The Brother LX37NT can handle light to medium weight fabrics like cotton, linen, and denim up to 2-3 layers. For heavier fabrics, use a heavier needle.

How do I change the presser foot?

Raise the presser foot lever, release the foot by pressing the lever at the back, attach new foot by aligning and lowering the lever.

Can I use a twin needle?

Yes, the LX37NT supports twin needle sewing for decorative stitching. Insert twin needle, thread both spools, and use zigzag or straight stitch appropriately.

What is the warranty period?

Brother typically offers a 25-year limited warranty on mechanical parts and 2 years on electronics and labor. Check your local dealer.

Where can I find replacement parts?

Replacement bobbins, needles, presser feet, and other accessories are available on Brother's official website or authorized dealers.

USER MANUAL LX37NT BROTHER

Product Code: 885-X06/X08/X16/X18/X26/X28

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Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1 Always 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.

2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet 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

and immediately 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, 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 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.
• 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 machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the 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 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 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 (light-emitting diode) 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 this 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 web site at www.brother.com

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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.

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....1

1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE .... 4

ACCESSORIES ....4

Optional accessories 4

THE MAIN PARTS ....5

Flat bed attachment 5

USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...... 6

Connecting plugs 6

Main power and sewing light switch 7

Foot controller 7

Checking the needle 7

Replacing the needle 7

Changing the presser foot 8

THE CONTROLS 9

Pattern selection dial 9

Stretch stitching 9

Patterns and stitch names 10

Stitch length dial 12

Stitch width dial 12

Reverse sewing lever 13

THREADING THE MACHINE ....13

Winding the bobbin 13

Lower threading 15

Lower threading (for models equipped with a

quick-set bobbin) 16

Upper threading 17

Using the needle threader (for models equipped

with a needle threader) 19

Drawing up the lower thread 21

FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE

COMBINATIONS ......22

2. SEWING BASICS ...... 23

Please read before sewing 23

Starting sewing 23

Trial sewing 24

Changing the sewing direction 24

Sewing thick fabrics 24

Sewing thin fabrics 25

Sewing stretch fabrics 25

Stitching cylindrical pieces 25

Sewing with a twin needle (Option) 25

Thread tension 27

3. BUILT-IN STITCHES ...... 28

Straight stitching 28

Zigzag stitching 28

Blind hem stitching 28

Shell tuck stitching ....30

Elastic stitching 30

Double action stitching ....31

Fagoting 31

Overedge stitching ....32

Feather stitching 33

Triple zigzag stretch stitching ....33

Decorative stitching 33

4. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS 34

Making a buttonhole

(1-step automatic buttonhole) 34

Adjusting buttonholes 36

Sewing buttons 37

5. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS .... 38

Zipper insertion 38

Gathering 39

Darning 39

Appliqués 39

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 40

Using the blind stitch foot 40

6. APPENDIX 41

MAINTENANCE 41

Restrictions on oiling 41

Precautions on storing the machine .....41

Cleaning 41

TROUBLESHOOTING 43

INDEX 46

1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

ACCESSORIES

We have designed these accessories to help you easily perform most sewing tasks.

1.2.3.4.5.

6.7.8.9.

No.	Part Name	Part Code
		Americas Others
1	Zigzag foot "J" (on machine)	XC4901-021
2	Buttonhole foot "A" XD1792	-031
3	Zipper foot "I" XE9369-001
4	Darning Plate XC6063-021
5	Button sewing foot "M" XE2	137-001

No.	Part Name	Part Code
		Americas	Others
6	Bobbin(One is on machine)	SA156	SFB:XA5539-151
7	Needle set(90/14 needle)	3-piece set: XE5328-0012-piece set: XE7064-001
8	Oval screwdriver XE5241-001
9	Foot controller See page 5

Note

●The included accessories vary depending on the machine model.

Optional accessories

The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately. Depending on the model you purchased, the following accessory may be included with your machine.

1.2.3.4.5.

6.7.8.

No.	Part Name	Part Code
		Americas	Others
1	Extra spool pin	XE2241-001
2	Twin needle(2.0/75 needle)	X57521-021
3	Walking Foot	SA107	F034N:XC2165-002
4	Quilting Foot	SA129	F005N:XC1948-002

No.	Part Name	Part Code
		Americas	Others
5	1/4-inch Quilting Foot	SA125	F001N: XC1944-052
6	Narrow Hemmer Foot	SA127	F003N: XC1945-002
7	Blind Stitch Foot	SA134	F018N: XC1976-052
8	Quilting guide	SA132	F016N: XC2215-002

THE MAIN PARTS

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Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts labeled 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19.

①Bobbin winder (Page 13)

This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the lower thread.

②Stitch length dial (Page 12)

Rotate the dial to control the stitch length.

③Spool pin (Page 14, 17)

This holds the spool of thread.

④Stitch width dial (Page 12)

Rotate the dial to control the stitch width.

⑤Upper tension-control dial (Page 27)

This controls the tension of the upper thread.

⑥Thread guide (Page 14, 17)

This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine.

⑦Thread take-up lever (Page 18)

⑧Thread cutter (Page 24)

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

⑨Needle threader (Page 19)

(This is only available on certain models.)

⑩Quick-set bobbin (Page 16, 21)

(This is only available on certain models.)

⑪ Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (Page 5)

⑫Presser foot (Page 8)

⑬Reverse sewing lever (Page 13)

Push this lever to stitch in the reverse direction.

⑭Pattern selection dial (Page 9)

Rotate the dial in either direction to choose the stitch you want.

⑮Handwheel

Used to manually raise and lower the needle.

⑯Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 36)

⑰Main power and sewing light switch (Page 7)

You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off.

⑱Foot controller jack / socket (Page 6)

Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply.

⑲Presser foot lever (Page 18)

Used to raise and lower the presser foot.

⑳ Buttonhole lever (1-Step automatic buttonhole)

(Page 34)

Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes.

②Foot controller (Page 7)

You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing.

Foot Controller: Model KD-1902 for 110/120V area

Model KD-2902 for 220/240V area

The foot controller part code differs depending on the country or region. Contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Flat bed attachment

The accessories can be stored in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment.

1 Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to open it.

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①Flat bed attachment

②Storage compartment

USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

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.
  ● 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

CAUTION

●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.

Connecting plugs

1 Connect the foot controller plug to the machine.
2 Connect the power supply plug to a wall outlet.

Diagram showing connections of a power plug, socket, and connected device with labeled parts ① and ②

Note

- If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the main power 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)

●This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric 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.

Main power and sewing light switch

This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off.

Diagram showing a door switch with two labeled buttons (① and ②) pointing to a device panel.

①Turn on (toward the 'I' mark)

②Turn off (toward the 'O' mark)

Foot controller

When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. When you press harder, the machine's speed will increase. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will stop.

Diagram showing a foot pressing a slide with an arrow indicating vertical motion, labeled with numbers ① and ②.

①Slower

②Faster

You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use.

CAUTION

●Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to build up on the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.

Note

(For U.S.A. only)

●Foot Controller: Model KD-1902
This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-X08.
The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate.

Checking the needle

The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing.

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■Checking the needle correctly

Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the needle from the top and the sides. Dispose of any bent needles safely.

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①Parallel space

②Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)

Replacing the needle

CAUTION

●Always turn off the machine before you change the needle. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
●Only use sewing machine needles for home use. Other needles may bend or break and cause injury.
●Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and cause injury.

1 Turn off the machine.

2 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

3 Lower the presser foot lever.

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①Presser foot lever

CAUTION

●Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to prevent the needle from falling into the hole in the needle plate.

Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use an oval screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle.

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①Use an oval screwdriver
②Needle clamp screw

- Do not use excessive force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged.

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With the flat side of the needle toward the back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the needle clamp using an oval screwdriver.

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①Use an oval
screwdriver
②Needle stopper
③Needle

Install the twin needle in the same way.

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CAUTION

●Make sure you insert the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with an oval screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Changing the presser foot

CAUTION

●Always turn off the machine before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured.
●Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.
●Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. Using any other presser foot may cause accident or injury.

You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how.

Turn off the machine.

Raise the presser foot lever.

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder to release the presser foot.

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①Black button
②Presser foot holder
③Presser foot

Put a different presser foot on the needle plate so that the bar on the presser foot is in line with the slot on the shank.

Lower the presser foot lever and fix the presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.

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①Shank
②Bar

■Presser foot installation orientation

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CAUTION

- If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may strike the presser foot, which may bend or break the needle and cause injury.

THE CONTROLS

Pattern selection dial

CAUTION

- When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern, raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged.

To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. The next section shows recommended stitch lengths and widths.

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①Pattern selection dial

②Chosen pattern number

Stretch stitching

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

Setting the stitch length dial to "changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch.

Patterns and stitch names

■37 Stitches
(only available on certain models)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 SS 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37

■27 Stitches

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 SS 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

Pattern		Stitch Name	Recommended Width(mm (inch))	Recommended Length(mm (inch))	Reference Page
37 Stitches	27 Stitches
		1-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE	3-5(1/8 - 3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	34
		STRAIGHT STITCH	0-5 (0-3/16)(Changes needle position)	1-4(1/16-3/16)	28, 38, 39, 40
		ZIGZAG STITCH	0-5(0-3/16)	F-4(1/64-3/16)	28, 37, 39, 40
		BLIND HEM STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-2(1/64-1/16)	28, 40
		SHELL TUCK STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-3(1/64-1/8)	30
		ELASTIC STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-2.5(1/64-3/32)	30
		STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	28, 40
		SCALLOP STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
		DOUBLE ACTION STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-3(1/64-1/8)	31
		BRIDGING STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-3(1/64-1/8)	31
		RAMPART STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-3(1/64-1/8)	31
		ELASTIC SHELL TUCK STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-3(1/64-1/8)	32
13 13		BEAD STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
14 14		ARROWHEAD STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
15		PARALLELOGRAMSTITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
16		— SCALLOP STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
17		— LIGHTNING STITCH	5(3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
18		— SQUARE STITCH	5(3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
19		— DECORATIVE STITCH	5(3/16)	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	33
20		TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH	0-5 (0-3/16)(Changes needle position)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	28
21 16		TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCHSTITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
22		ELASTIC OVERLOCKSTITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	32
23 18		ELASTIC OVERLOCKSTITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	32
24		FEATHER STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
25 20		COMB STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	32
26		DECORATIVE STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
27 22		FAGOTING STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	31
28		DECORATIVE STITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	31
29 24		DECORATIVE HEMSTITCH	3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	31
30		DECORATIVE STITCH	5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	32, 33
31		DECORATIVE STITCH	5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
32	27	DECORATIVE STITCH	5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
33	— DECORATIVE STITCH		5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
34	— DECORATIVE STITCH		5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
35	— LINK STITCH		5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
36	— DECORATIVE STITCH		3-5(1/8-3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33
37	— DECORATIVE STITCH		5(3/16)	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	33

Stitch length dial

Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to adjust the stitch length for best results.

The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch).

THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. With the "0" setting, material is not fed. This is used when sewing a button.

The "F"-“1” range is for making a satin stitch (closed zigzag stitch), which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. The position needed for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being used. To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of fabric to observe the feeding of the material.

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①Stitch length dial
②Shorter
③Longer

CAUTION

- If the stitches are bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

Stitch width dial

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. The numbers marked on the dial represent the stitch width.

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①Stitch width dial

When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitch is selected, the needle position can be changed from left to right by adjusting the stitch width dial.

CAUTION

●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.
- If 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.

Reverse sewing lever

You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams.

To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward.

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①Reverse sewing lever

THREADING THE MACHINE

Winding the bobbin

CAUTION

- We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine.

Actual size

11.5 mm (7/16 inch)

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①Pull the thread in completely. ② ③

① Pre-tension disk
② Bobbin winder shaft
③ Bobbin

1 Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin.

Diagram showing two mechanical setups with a cylindrical component and an upward arrow, no text or symbols present.

2 While holding the thread from the spool with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the groove on the thread guide. Then, pass the thread around the pre-tension disk and pull the thread in completely.

Diagram illustrating the step-by-step procedure for adjusting a mechanical clamp or clip, with labeled steps and directional arrows.

①Pre-tension disk

CAUTION

- If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin.

3 Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin.

4 Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the notch of the bobbin.

- Make sure to pull out 7 to 10cm (3-4 inches) of thread from the hole on the bobbin.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion

①Spring on the shaft
②Notch
③7-10 cm (3 -4 inches)

CAUTION

●Pull the thread taut and hold the end of the thread straight up. If the thread is too short, not pulled taut or held at an angle, injuries may occur when the thread is wound around the bobbin.

5 Turn on the machine.

6 While holding the end of the thread, gently press the foot controller to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine.

Illustration of a hand using a tool to press or install a small object on a base, with an inset showing the same object (no text or symbols present)

7 Trim the excess thread above the bobbin.

- Leave 1 cm (1/2 inch) of thread from the hole on the bobbin.

Diagram illustrating a mechanical or electrical setup with labeled component ①, showing a tool interacting with a base and spring-like component.

①1 cm (1/2 inch)

CAUTION

●Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the excess thread completely before winding the bobbin, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break.

8 Press the foot controller to start.

Illustration of a foot pressing a button on a rectangular device with a curved line indicating motion (no text or symbols)

9 When the bobbin seems full and begins spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot controller.

10 Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin.

Note

• When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction.
  ●The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right.

! CAUTION

●Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle.

①

①Wound evenly
②Wound poorly

②

Lower threading

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

- For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see page 16.

CAUTION

●Make sure you turn off the machine while threading. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could be injured.

1 Prepare the bobbin wound properly before threading the lower thread.
• See page 13 for the details about bobbin winding.
2 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever.
3 Remove the bobbin cover by sliding it and lift toward you.

Technical diagram showing a sewing machine with labeled component '①' and hands operating it

①Bobbin cover

4 Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the direction shown by the arrow.

Illustration of hands installing a mechanical component with a close-up view (no text or symbols)

CAUTION

●Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle.

5 Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin down with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown.

- If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension.

Diagram illustrating mechanical assembly steps with labeled arrows and checkmark indicators

①Tension-adjusting spring

6 Replace the bobbin cover. Put the projection into the race retainer groove and push closed.

Diagram showing a hand operating a device with labeled parts, including a magnified view of the component.

①Groove
②Projection

• Make sure that the end of the thread comes out from the cover toward the rear of the machine (as shown in the illustration).

- Draw up the lower thread before starting sewing. Refer to "Drawing up the lower thread" on page 21 after threading the upper thread.

Lower threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin)

Install the bobbin wound with thread. This feature is only available on certain models.

1 Follow steps ① to ④ from "Lower threading" on page 15.

2 While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (① and ②). Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (③).

- At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise.

Diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion

①Slit
②Cutter (Cut the thread with the cutter.)

Note

- If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension.

Diagram illustrating mechanical assembly steps with labeled arrows and checkmark indicators

①Tension-adjusting spring

Replace the bobbin cover. Put the projection into the race retainer groove and push closed.

Diagram showing a sewing machine with labeled parts and a hand operating the component, highlighting part ① and part ②.

①Groove
②Projection

- Start sewing after threading the lower and upper thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be left over. Refer to the steps in "Drawing up the lower thread" (page 21).

Upper threading

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts and exploded view, showing internal components and assembly.

①Spool pin
②Thread guide (back)
③Thread guide (front)
④Thread take-up lever
⑤Mark on the handwheel

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.
  ●Never use a thread weight of 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 "FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS" on page 22.

1 Turn off the machine.
2 Raise the presser foot lever.

Diagram showing fluid flow around a pipe with labeled component 1 and directional arrow

①Presser foot lever

3 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

- If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded.

Diagram showing mechanical assembly with labeled component ① and directional arrow indicating motion

①Mark on the wheel

4 Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin.

Diagram showing two mechanical setups with a spring and connecting rod, no text or symbols present

CAUTION

- If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

5 While holding the thread from the spool with your right hand, pass the thread toward you, in the groove on the thread guide.

• Make sure that the spring in the groove catches the thread.

Diagram showing a mechanical assembly process with labeled components and directional arrow indicating motion

①Spring

6 Feed the upper thread as shown in the following illustration.

Diagram of a mechanical device with arrows indicating force or movement, no text or symbols present

7 Make sure you guide the thread through the thread take-up lever from right to left as shown in the following illustration.

Technical diagram showing a pipe connection with labeled parts and directional arrows indicating flow or movement.

①Thread take-up lever

Memo

- If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread can not be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Make sure you raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

8 Put the thread behind the guide above the needle.

- 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.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with labeled component '1'

①Needle bar thread guide

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle with a hand operating it (no text or symbols)

9 Thread the needle from front to back leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inch).

- If your sewing machine is equipped with a needle threader, use the needle threader to thread the needle (see next section).

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine needle and foot (no text or symbols)

①5 cm (2 inch)

Note

●Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever before you feed the upper thread.
- If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems.

Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a needle threader)

This feature is only available on certain models.

! CAUTION

●The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. However, the needle threader cannot be used with a 65/9 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 "Upper threading" on page 17.

1 Follow steps ① to ⑧ from "Upper threading" on page 17 before using the needle threader.
2 Lower the presser foot lever.
③ Make sure that the mark on the wheel points up as shown in the following illustration.

Diagram of a mechanical device with labeled parts, showing components like a knob and adjustment knob.

①Mark on the wheel

4 While lowering the needle threader lever, hook the thread onto the guide.

Technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with labeled parts ① and ②

①Needle holder
②Needle threader lever

Technical diagram illustrating three-step assembly of a mechanical component with labeled parts and directional arrows

①Needle holder
②Needle threader lever
③Guide

5 Pull down the needle threader lever as much as possible, and then turn the lever toward the back of the machine (away from you). Make sure that the hook passes through the eye of the needle and grabs the thread.

Technical diagram showing sewing machine tool path and component assembly steps with numbered instructions

①Hook
②Thread

- Hold the thread in front of the needle to make sure that the hook grabs it.

6 While lightly holding the thread, turn the needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward you). The hook will pull the thread through the needle.

Diagram of a sewing machine needle insertion process, showing tool path and cable connection (no text or labels)

7 Raise the needle threader lever.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols present)

8 Pull the loop of the thread passed through the eye of the needle toward the rear of the machine.

Diagram showing sewing process with labeled step ①, showing hand positioning and cable insertion instruction

①Loop of thread

CAUTION

●Be careful not to pull on the thread with force or it may bend the needle.
- If the thread does not pass through the eye of the needle, start from step ③ again.

9 Raise the presser foot lever.

10 Pass 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.

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine needle with base and handle (no text or symbols)

①5 cm (2 inches)

Note

●If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems.

Drawing up the lower thread

While lightly holding the end of the upper thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) by hand to lower and then raise the needle.

Line drawing of a sewing machine with hand positioning and close-up insets showing hand positioning (no text or symbols)

2 Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread.

Technical diagram showing sewing machine operation with numbered parts and directional arrow indicating movement

①Upper thread
②Lower thread

3 Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads and put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered components for identification

①Upper thread
②Lower thread

■For models equipped with a quick-set bobbin

You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread.

When sewing gathers or darts, you can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be left over. Before you draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in.

1 Remove the bobbin cover, and then reinstall the bobbin.
2 Pass the thread along the slit in the direction of the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it.

Diagram showing hands operating a mechanical device with a rotating wheel (no text or symbols)

• The bobbin cover should still be removed.

3 Draw up the lower thread as described in the previous steps ① to ③.
4 Replace the bobbin cover.

FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS

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
			50	90/14–100/16
	Corduroy	Synthetic thread	50–60
	Tweed	Silk thread
Stretch fabrics	Jersey	Thread for knits 50–60		Ball point needle75/11–90/14(gold colored)
	Tricot
Easily frayed fabrics		Cotton thread	50–90	65/9–90/14
		Synthetic thread
		Silk thread 50
For top-stitching		Synthetic threadSilk thread	30 100/16
			50–60	75/11–90/14

Note

●Never use a thread weighted #20 or lower. It may cause machine malfunction.

Memo

● The lower the thread number, the thicker the thread; and the higher the needle number, the thicker the needle.

■Ball point needle

Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. The factory recommended needle is "HG-4BR" (Organ). Schmetz needles "JERSEY BALL POINT" 130/705H SUK 90/14 may be used as a substitute.

■Transparent nylon thread

Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread.

CAUTION

- Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle (65/9-75/11), may bend or break the needle. The wrong combination may also cause the seam to be uneven, the fabric to pucker, or the machine to skip stitches.

2 SEWING BASICS

Please read before sewing

CAUTION

• To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine. Keep your hands away from moving parts.
• Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured.
  ●Do not use bent or broken needles, otherwise you may be injured.
  ● Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other objects during sewing. The needle may break and you may be injured.
  ● Always use the correct presser foot. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break and you may be injured.
• When you turn the handwheel by hand, always turn it toward you (counterclockwise). Turning it the other way may cause the thread to tangle and damage the needle or fabric, and you may be injured.
• Do not start sewing without placing the fabric under the presser foot, otherwise the presser foot may be damaged.

Starting sewing

Turn on the machine.

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.

Turn the pattern selection dial to select a stitch (see page 9 - 12).

Change the presser foot (see page 8).

Raise the presser foot lever.

Diagram showing fluid flow with labeled arrow and numbered point

①Presser foot lever

Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine.

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine needle and base mount (no text or symbols)

①5 cm (2 inches)

7 While 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.

Two-step diagram showing a hand operating a sewing machine with a circular knob and a fabric swatch (no text or symbols)

8 Lower the presser foot lever.

Diagram showing a curved mechanical component with an arrow indicating motion or force, labeled with number ①.

①Presser foot lever

Slowly press down on the foot controller.

Illustration of a foot pressing down on a rectangular object with a curved line and arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

The machine starts sewing.

Take your foot off the foot controller.

The machine stops sewing.

- You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams by pressing the reverse sewing lever. Refer to "Reverse sewing lever" on page 13 for the details.

11 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise).

12 Raise the presser foot lever.

13 Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, and then pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

Technical diagram showing a hand holding a small object with labeled part ①, likely illustrating a mechanical or electrical assembly.

①Thread cutter

Trial sewing

A trial piece of fabric should be sewn. 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.

Changing the sewing direction

Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric at the point where you want to change the sewing direction, and then raise the presser foot lever. Using the needle as a pivot, turn the fabric, lower the presser foot lever, and then continue sewing.

Diagram illustrating sewing process with numbered steps and directional arrows indicating movement

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.

Diagram of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, showing base and cutting edge details (no text or symbols)

CAUTION

- If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inches) thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break.

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.

Mechanical sewing machine needle stitching on fabric (no text or symbols visible)

①Stabilizer material or paper

Sewing stretch fabrics

First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric.

Mechanical sewing machine diagram showing needle insertion and base connection (no text or symbols)

①Basting

Stitching cylindrical pieces

Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs, or hard-to-reach areas.

1 Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to release it.

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, showing hand positioning and fabric layer (no text or symbols)

①Flat bed attachment

With the flat bed attachment removed, free-arm sewing is possible.

Note

- When you are finished with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position.

2 Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm, and then sew from the top.

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Sewing with a twin needle (Option)

We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches.

①Twin needle ②Extra spool pin

CAUTION

●Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: X57521-021:2.0/75 with a 2 mm width). Other needles could break and damage the machine.
●Make sure that the needle does not strike the presser foot.
●Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and injure you.

■Attaching the twin needle

Attach the twin needle in the same way as a single needle (see page 7–8). The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should face toward you.

■Attaching the extra spool pin

Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the bobbin winder shaft. Install the second thread spool onto the extra spool pin.

Diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components, showing a coil being inserted into a base with a switch.

①Bobbin winder shaft
②Extra spool pin
③Thread spool

■Twin needle threading

You should thread each needle separately.

Note

Models equipped with a needle threader

●You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine.

Thread the left needle.

Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle (see page 17).

Thread the right needle.

Thread the right needle in the same way that you threaded the left needle using the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin, but do not pass the thread through the guide above the needle before you pass it through the eye of the right needle.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts labeled ①, ②, and ③

①Left needle thread passes through the needle bar thread guide
②Right needle thread passes in front of the needle bar thread guide
③Needle bar thread guide

Attach zigzag foot "J".

For details on changing the presser foot, refer to "Changing the presser foot" on page 8.

CAUTION

- When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Turn on the machine.

Select a stitch.

CAUTION

●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.
- When using the twin needle, make sure the stitch width is not set above "2.5" since this may cause the needle to hit the needle plate and break.

Start sewing.

For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting sewing" on page 23.

▶ Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other.

Note

- When using the twin needle, the stitches may become bunched together, depending on the types of thread and fabric that are used. If this occurs, increase the stitch length. For details on adjusting the stitch length, refer to "Stitch length dial" on page 12.

CAUTION

- When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Thread tension

The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread.

Memo

●We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew.

■Correct tension

Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your fabric.

Diagram of a layered electronic device with numbered components labeled 1 to 4

①Surface of fabric
②Back of fabric
③Upper thread
④Lower thread

■Upper tension is too tight

Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric.

Note

- If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. In this case, refer to "Lower threading" on page 15 and rethread the bobbin thread.

Diagram of a closed notebook with numbered parts labeled 1 through 5

①Surface of fabric
②Back of fabric
③Upper thread
④Lower thread
⑤Loops appear on surface of fabric

Solution

Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a lower number.

■Upper tension is too loose

Loops appear on the back of the fabric.

Note

- If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Upper threading" on page 17 and rethread the upper thread.

Diagram of a layered electronic component with numbered parts labeled 1 through 5

①Surface of fabric
②Back of fabric
③Upper thread
④Lower thread
⑤Loops appear on back of fabric

Solution

Increase the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a higher number.

3 BUILT-IN STITCHES

Straight stitching

Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams.

Stitch Name	Pattern StitchLength[mm (inch)]			StitchWidth[mm (inch)]
	37	27
Straight Stitch	2		1-4(1/16-3/16)	0-5*(0-3/16)
Triple Stretch Stitch	20	15	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)

* Turn the stitch width dial to adjust the needle position. Setting the dial to "5" selects the left needle position; setting the dial to "0" selects the right needle position. Refer to "Stitch width dial" on page 12.

■Top stitching and stretch materials

You can use a straight stitch for top stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics.

You can use a triple stretch stitch for sewing stretch fabrics.

Zigzag stitching

Stitch Name Pattern		Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Zigzag Stitch	3	F-4(1/64-3/16)	0-5(0-3/16)

■Zigzag stitch

Turn the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, and then start sewing.

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine needle and foot (no text or symbols)

We recommend that you sew using the Straight Stitch at the beginning and end of zigzag stitches. (This acts as a reinforcement stitch.)

■Satin stitch

Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the "F"-1" range produces a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch). The Satin Stitch can be used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in the "F"-1" range, and set the stitch width dial between "0" and "5".

Blind hem stitching

Stitch Name Pattern		Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Blind Hem Stitch	4	F-2(1/64-1/16)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Stretch Blind Hem Stitch	7	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Blind Hem Stitch: sewing on non-stretch fabrics. Stretch Blind Hem Stitch: for stretch fabrics.

Memo

- When 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 be achieved.

1 Reverse the skirt or pants.

① ② ③ ④

①Wrong side of fabric
②Right side of fabric
③Bottom side
④Edge of fabric

2 Fold the fabric along the desired edge of the hem, and press.

① ② ③ ④ ① ③ ② ① ② ③ ① Wrong side of fabric ② Right side of fabric ③ Edge of fabric ④ Desired edge of hem

3 Use a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then baste it.

①Wrong side of fabric ② Right side of fabric ③ Edge of fabric ④ Basting stitching ⑤ 5 mm (3/16 inch) ⑥ Desired edge of hem ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ① ②

4 Fold back the fabric inside along the basting.

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5 Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the fabric with the wrong side facing up.

①Wrong side of fabric ② Right side of fabric ③ Basting ④ Edge of fabric ⑤ Desired edge of hem ⑥ Basting point ① ②

6 Remove the flat bed attachment and make free-arm sewing possible.

- For details on free-arm sewing, refer to "Stitching cylindrical pieces" (Page 25).

7 Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing.

Technical diagram of a mechanical joint or pipe connection (no text or symbols present)

①Arm

8 After selecting a stitch, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) until the needle has moved from the right side to the left.

9 Position the fabric under the presser foot, and then adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

Diagram showing a mechanical assembly with numbered components and a labeled directional arrow

①Wrong side of fabric
②Fold of hem
③Needle drop point

①Needle
②Needle drop point
③Fold of hem

Stitch width

10 Lower the presser foot lever.

- For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Stitch width dial" on page 12.

11 Sew at a slow speed holding the fabric with your hands, so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

12 Remove the basting stitching and turn the fabric right side up.

Diagram showing a mechanical component before and after transformation, labeled with parts ① and ②.

①Wrong side of fabric ② Right side of fabric

Shell tuck stitching

Stitch Name Pattern		Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Shell Tuck Stitch	5	F-3(1/64-1/8)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot (lace-like) edge on lightweight fabric.

1 Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normal.

2 Place the fabric under the presser foot so that it will be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on the seamline and the zigzag stitches sewn slightly over the folded edge.

3 Sew at a slow speed.

Technical diagram showing sewing machine stitching process with labeled parts ① and ②

①Straight stitches
②Zigzag stitches

Elastic stitching

Stitch Name Pattern		Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Elastic Stitch	6	F-2.5(1/64-3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing elastic or joining fabric. Each is explained below.

■Mending

1 Place the reinforcement fabric under the area you want to mend.

- Use the basting pins to hold the reinforcement fabric.

2 Following the line of the tear, sew using the Elastic Stitch as shown.

Pure geometric L-shape diagram with no text, numbers, or symbols

■Sewing elastic

1 Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric.

2 As you sew, stretch the elastic in front of and behind the presser foot.

Close-up of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, showing stitching details (no text or symbols visible)

■Joining fabric

You can use the Elastic Stitch to join two pieces of fabric together and it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. If you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible.

1 Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser foot.

2 Sew them together using the Elastic Stitch. Make sure you keep the two fabric edges close together.

- Use the basting pins to hold the two fabric edges close together.

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric (no text or symbols)

Double action stitching

Stitch Name	Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)]			Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
	37	27
Double Action Stitch	9		F-3(1/64-1/8)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Bridging Stitch	10		F-3(1/64-1/8)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Rampart Stitch	11		F-3(1/64-1/8)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Decorative Hem Stitch	29	24	SS Fixed 2.5 (3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

These stitches are used for joining two pieces of fabric, such as when making patchwork.

Example: Patchwork with Double Action Stitch

graph TD
    A["1 Grid Grid"] --> B["2 Screen Pattern"]
    B --> C["3 Box Structure"]
    C --> D["Final Folded Fabric"]

①Desired seamline
②Straight Stitch
③Double Action Stitch

Fagoting

Stitch Name	Pattern Stitch			Stitch Width[mm (inch)]
	37	27	Length[mm (inch)]
Fagoting Stitch				3-5(1/8-3/16)
Decorative Stitch	28	23	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

These stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric while leaving a space between their edges. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used.

1 Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric along their seams.
2 Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by about 2 mm (1/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.

④ ① ② ③

①Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer
②Draw a line down the middle
③Basting stitching
④2 mm (1/16 inch)

3 Set the stitch width to "5".

4 Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric.

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric (no text or symbols visible)

5 After sewing is finished, remove the paper and the basting stitches.

Overedge stitching

Stitch Name	Pattern StitchLength[mm (inch)]			StitchWidth[mm (inch)]
	37	27
Elastic ShellTuck Stitch	12		F-3(1/64-1/8)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Elastic OverlockStitch	22	17	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
	23	18	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Comb Stitch	25	20	SS Fixed2.5 (3/32)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

These stitches are used to join together seams and finish them in one operation. Elastic Overlock Stitch: for sewing stretch materials.

1 Put the fabric under the presser foot so that the seamline (or arrowhead point) is approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch) to the left of the center of the presser foot.

This stitch works best with a seam allowance of approximately 5 mm (3/16 inch) as this allows the right (zigzag) side of the stitch to overlock the cut edge of the fabric.

Technical diagram showing sewing machine stitching with labeled parts ① and ②

①5 mm (3/16 inch)

②3 mm (1/8 inch)

- If the seam allowance is wider than the stitch pattern, trim away any excess fabric after stitching.

Memo

- When sewing the Elastic Overlock Stitch, position the fabric so that its edge is on the left of the needle.

Diagram of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, with no visible text or symbols

Feather stitching

Stitch Name	Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)]			Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
	37	27
Feather Stitch				3-5(1/8-3/16)

Use the Feather Stitch as a decorative top stitch when embroidering or when hemming blankets, tablecloths, or draperies.

1 Place the fabric right side up and sew 1 cm (1/2 inch) from the edge of the fabric.
2 Trim close to the stitching. The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling.

Simple line drawing of scissors cutting a curved blade (no text or symbols)

Triple zigzag stretch stitching

Stitch Name	Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch)]			Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
	37	27
Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch				3-5(1/8-3/16)

This stitch can be used wherever a zigzag stitch would be used to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics. The Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch can also be used as a decorative top stitch.

Abstract gray fabric pattern with a wavy edge and diamond-shaped texture (no text or symbols)

Decorative stitching

Stitch Name	Pattern			Stitch Name	Pattern
	37	27	37 27
Scallop Stitch				Decorative Stitch	30	25
Bead Stitch				Decorative Stitch	31	26
Arrowhead Stitch				Decorative Stitch		27
Parallelogram Stitch				Decorative Stitch	33	—
Scallop Stitch				Decorative Stitch	34	—
Lightning Stitch				Link Stitch	35	—
Square Stitch				Decorative Stitch	36	—
Decorative Stitch				Decorative Stitch	37	—
Decorative Stitch

These stitches can be used for decorative top stitching and for smocking. Refer to page 10 for the recommended stitch width and length of each stitches.

Technical line drawing of two sewing machine footprints showing stitching details (no text or symbols)

4 SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS

CAUTION

●Always turn off the machine before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Making a buttonhole (1-step automatic buttonhole)

Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]	Foot
1	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	3-5(1/8-3/16)	Buttonhole Foot “A”

Making a buttonhole is a simple process that provides reliable results.

With the 1-step Automatic Buttonhole Stitch pattern, a buttonhole is sewn by automatically changing the sewing direction when the buttonhole lever and buttonhole foot are used.

Note

- When sewing a stitch pattern other than for a buttonhole, do not lower, touch or move the buttonhole lever, otherwise the stitching may become misaligned or sewn incorrectly.

Memo

• We recommend that you practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on an actual garment.
• When making buttonholes on soft fabrics, place a stabilizer material on the underside of the fabric.

■Making a buttonhole

Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric.

Diagram illustrating a measurement setup with labeled components: scale ruler and thermometer, showing step ① and step ②.

①Marks on fabric
②Buttonhole sewing

2 Attach the buttonhole foot "A" and set the pattern selection dial to Buttonhole.
3 Open the button plate and insert the button.

①Button plate

■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).)

Diagram of a laboratory apparatus with labeled parts and measurement indicators

①Presser foot scale

②Length of buttonhole

(Diameter + thickness of button)

③5 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 (1 inch) on the scale.

①10 mm (3/8 inch)

②15 mm (9/16 inch)

4 Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot.

Mechanical sewing machine needle stitching on fabric (no text or symbols visible)

5 You need to sew the front bar tack first. Lower the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric.

① ② A

①Starting mark on the fabric

②Marks on the foot

6 Lower the buttonhole lever and push it back slightly.

Diagram showing a hand operating a mechanical device with labeled parts and directional arrows indicating movement or force.

①Buttonhole lever

7 While gently holding the upper thread, start the machine.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a sewing machine needle stitching a component (no text or symbols visible)

8 The bar tacks of the buttonhole are sewn in the order shown.

9 Stop the machine when buttonhole stitching is finished.

Note

- If buttonhole sewing was interrupted, sew trial stitching one or two times on a scrap piece of fabric before continuing to sew the project. Stitching that is continued after being interrupted may be sewn incorrectly.

- If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch.

10 Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and cut the thread.

11 Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position.

12 Insert a pin at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut, and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole.

Diagram showing a hand holding a tool with labeled parts, including numbered annotations ① and ②.

①Seam ripper
②Pin

CAUTION

- 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.

■Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics

When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, the buttonhole stitching is sewn over a gimp thread.

1 Follow steps ① to ⑥ from "Making a buttonhole" on page 34.

2 Hook the gimp thread onto the back end of the buttonhole foot, bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot, insert them into the grooves, and then temporarily tie them there.

Technical diagram showing sewing machine operation with labeled parts and magnified views of the mechanism

Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread.

4 Start sewing.

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine with a ruler and sheet metal (no text or symbols)

5 Once sewing is completed, gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack, and then trim off the excess.

Illustration of a hand holding two scissors cutting metal strips (no text or symbols)

Adjusting buttonholes

If the stitching on the two sides of the buttonhole is not the same, you can make the following adjustments.

1 Set the stitch length dial between "F" and "1.5" and sew the buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric to observe how the material is fed.

2 If the right side of the buttonhole is too open or tight, adjust the feeding of the material with the stitch length dial.

Diagram illustrating three stages of a mechanical or electrical component with directional arrows and labeled parts.

①Right side
②Shorter
③Longer

3 After obtaining a satisfactory feed on the right side, stitch the buttonhole and observe the feeding.

4 If the left side is too open or tight compared with the right side, adjust the buttonhole fine-adjustment screw as described in the following paragraphs.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with three labeled parts and directional arrows indicating movement or change.

①Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw
②Left side
③Buttonhole appearance

If the left side is too open, turn the buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the “—” direction.

If the left side is too tight, turn the buttonhole fine-adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the "+" direction.

- This adjustment ensures both sides of the buttonhole are the same.

Sewing buttons

Stitch Name	Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]	Foot Other
Zigzag Stitch	3	F (1/64)	Any	Button Sewing Foot “M”	Darning Plate

1 Measure the distance between the buttonholes and mark the fabric. Then adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as the distance between the holes in the button.

2 Turn off the machine.
3 Change the foot to the button sewing foot "M".

4 Place the darning plate on the needle plate.

Diagram of a device with arrows indicating movement or force, no visible text or symbols

5 Turn on the machine.
6 Put a button between the foot and the fabric and make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. If it hits, see step 1.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical clamp or bracket assembly (no text or symbols)

7 At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

CAUTION

●Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing. The needle may break and you may be injured.

8 Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread.

▶ Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching.

Simple line drawing of a hand holding a curved object with a horizontal bar above (no text or symbols)

5 USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

CAUTION

●Always turn off the machine before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Zipper insertion

Stitch Name	Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]	Foot
Straight Stitch		2-3(1/16-1/8)	2.5(center)(3/32)	Zipper Foot “I”

You can use the zipper foot "I" to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle.

When sewing with the zipper on the right side, attach the shank to the left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing with the zipper on the left side, attach the shank to the right pin of the zipper foot.

Diagram of a mechanical or electrical component with numbered parts labeled ①, ②, ③, and ④.

①Right pin for sewing with the zipper on the left side
②Left pin for sewing with the zipper on the right side
③Needle drop point for sewing with the zipper on the left side
④Needle drop point for sewing with the zipper on the right side

1 Prepare the fabric with the zipper basted on the wrong side.

Diagram illustrating structural change from a panel with labeled components to a cross-section with layered structure

①Basting stitching
②Reverse stitches
③Wrong side of fabric
④End of zipper opening
⑤Zipper

2 Turn off the machine. Attach the zipper foot "I".

CAUTION

●Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the zipper foot before you start sewing. Choosing a different stitch will cause the needle to hit the presser foot and break, and you may be injured.

3 Turn on the machine.
With the right side of the fabric facing up, continue sewing with the zipper on the right side of the presser foot.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered components and directional arrows indicating movement or force

①End of zipper opening ②Basting stitching
③Zipper
- Sew the stitching in order, from ① to ③.

CAUTION

●Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing. If the needle hits the zipper, the needle may break and you may be injured.
When you have finished sewing, remove the basting stitching.

Gathering

Stitch Name Pattern		Stitch Length [mm (inch)]
Straight Stitch	2	4 (3/16)

1 Loosen the tension of the upper thread so that the lower thread lies on the underside of the material.
2 Sew a single row (or many rows) of straight stitches.
3 Pull the lower threads to gather the material.

Illustration of hands performing a task with a shaded triangular area and an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Darning

Stitch Name	Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Other
Straight Stitch	2	Any	Darning Plate

1 Turn off the machine. Place the darning plate on the needle plate, then turn on the machine.

Diagram of a device with arrows indicating motion or force, no text or symbols present

Either remove both the presser foot and presser foot holder assembly and then lower the presser foot lever.
3 Put the section you want to darn under the presser foot together with fabric for reinforcement.

4 Turn on the machine.
5 Begin sewing by alternating between gently drawing the work away from you and pulling it toward you.

Note

●Sew while holding the fabric stretched in order to keep the fabric held down.

6 Repeat this motion until the section being darned is filled with parallel lines of stitching.

Diagram of a sewing machine needle stitching a textured surface (no text or symbols)

Appliqués

Stitch Name	Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Zigzag Stitch	3	F-2(1/64-1/16)	Any

You can create an appliqué by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and applying it as a decoration.

1 Baste the cut design to the fabric.

2 Carefully sew around the edge of the design with a zigzag stitch.

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric (no text or symbols)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Using the blind stitch foot

Stitch Name	Pattern	Stitch Length [mm (inch)]	Stitch Width [mm (inch)]
Straight Stitch	2	Any Any
Zigzag Stitch	3	1-4(1/16-3/16)	0-5(0-3/16)
Blind Hem Stitch	4	F-2(1/64-1/16)	3-5(1/8-3/16)
Stretch Blind Hem Stitch	7	F-1.5(1/64-1/16)	3-5(1/8-3/16)

This foot comes in handy not only for blind hem stitching, but also for sewing fabric edges and seams.

■When edge stitching

1 Turn off the machine.
2 Attach the blind stitch foot. Turn on the machine.
3 Position the needle the distance you want the stitch to be from the edge of the fabric, and then lower the needle in that position.
4 Turn the foot guide screw and carefully adjust to guide the fabric.

Diagram of a mechanical clamp or measuring device with labeled parts ① and ②

①Screw
②Guide

Diagram showing a mechanical clamp or fixture with labeled parts ① and ②, likely illustrating a mounting or mounting mechanism.

■When sewing seams

1 Turn off the machine.
2 Attach the blind stitch foot. Turn on the machine.
3 Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch, and then set the stitch width at "2.5" (3/32 inch) (center). Align the foot guide with the needle position.
4 Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch.
5 Place the fabric under the foot so the foot guide is aligned between both edges of the fabric.
6 Lower the presser foot and start sewing.

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine needle and base (no text or symbols)

■When blind hem stitching

When blind hem stitching using the blind stitch foot, turn the screw to adjust the guide to the folded hem.

- For more details on blind hem stitching, see page 28.

Technical diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts labeled ①, ②, and ③

①Screw
②Guide
③Folded hem

6 APPENDIX

MAINTENANCE

Restrictions on oiling

In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled by the user.

This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary.

If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Precautions on storing the machine

Do not store the machine in any of the locations described below, otherwise damage to the machine may result, for example, rust caused by condensation.

• Exposed to extremely high temperatures
• Exposed to extremely low temperatures
• Exposed to extreme temperature changes
• Exposed to high humidity or steam
  • Near a flame, heater or air conditioner
• Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight
• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments

Note

●In order to extend the life of this machine, periodically turn it on and use it. Storing this machine for an extended period of time without using it may reduce its efficiency.

Cleaning

CAUTION

●Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it, otherwise you risk getting an electric shock or being injured.

1 Turn off the machine and unplug it.
2 Raise the needle and the presser foot.
3 Loosen the presser foot screw and the needle clamp screw to remove the presser foot holder and the needle.

Line drawing of a mechanical assembly with a hand holding a tool, no text or symbols present

4 Using the oval screwdriver, remove the two screws. Lift up the needle plate as shown in the illustration, and then slide the needle plate to the left to remove it.

Diagram showing a hand operating an open device with labeled component and rotation arrow, likely illustrating a mechanical or electronic assembly.

①Use the oval screwdriver

5 Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out to the left.

Illustration of hands operating a mechanical device with internal components (no text or symbols visible)

6 Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area.

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with labeled parts, showing internal components and a tool interacting with the main body.

①Cleaning brush

②Race

- Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.

7 Insert the bobbin case so that the ▲ mark on the bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on machine as shown below.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and a magnified view of a component detail.

- Align the ▲ and ● marks.

Illustration of a hand using a tool to adjust internal components (no text or symbols visible)

①▲ mark

② mark

③Bobbin case

• Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case.

8 Install the needle plate, and then tighten the screws.

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with labeled components and directional arrows (no text or symbols present)

①Screws

- Make sure that you install the needle plate securely.

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: XE9326-001), contact your nearest authorized service center.

●Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break.

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 Possible cause How to put it right Page
The sewing machine does not work.	The main power switch is turned off. Turn on	the main power switch. 7
	The bobbin-winder shaft is pushed to the right.	Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the left.	14
	You have not used the foot controller properly.	Use the foot controller properly. 7
Fabric being sewn with the machine cannot be removed.	Thread is tangled below the needle plate.	Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below it, and clean the race.	41
The needle breaks.	The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly	install the needle. 7
	The needle clamp screw is loose.	Use the oval screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw.	8
	The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7
	The upper thread was not threaded correctly.	Correct the upper threading. 17
	You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.	Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.	22
	The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	-
	The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen	the upper thread tension. 27
	You are pulling the fabric too much.	Lightly guide the fabric.	-
	You have not fitted the spool properly.	Fit the spool properly.	18, 25
	The area around the hole in the needle plate or the presser foot is scratched.	Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.	-
	The bobbin case is scratched.	Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.	-
	You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	13
The upper thread breaks.	You have not threaded the upper thread properly. (For example, you have not fitted the spool properly, or the thread has come out of the guide above the needle.)	Correct the upper threading. 17
	There are knots or tangles in the thread.	Remove any knots or tangles.	-
	The needle is not appropriate for the thread you are using.	Choose a needle that is appropriate for the type of stitch.	22
	The upper thread tension is too tight.	Loosen the upper thread tension.	27
Symptom	Possible cause	How to put it right	Page
▲The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7
The upper thread breaks.	The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. 7
	The area around the hole in the needle plate or the presser foot is scratched.	Replace the needle plate.Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.	-
	The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it.	Replace the bobbin case.Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.	-
	You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	13
The lower thread is tangled or breaks.	You have not wound the bobbin thread properly.	Wind the bobbin thread properly. 13
	The bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly.	Replace the bobbin. -
	The thread is tangled.	Remove the tangled thread and clean the race.	41
	You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	13
	Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 15-16
The thread tension is incorrect.	You have not threaded the upper thread properly.	Correct the upper threading. 17
	You have not wound the bobbin thread properly.	Wind the bobbin thread properly. 13
	You have not threaded the right combination of thread and needle for the fabric you are using.	Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.	22
	You have not attached the presser foot holder properly.	Attach the presser foot holder properly. -
	The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. 27
	You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	Use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.	13
	Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 15-16
The fabric is wrinkled.	You have not threaded the upper thread properly or fitted the bobbin properly.	Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly.	13-21
	You have not fitted the spool properly. Fit the spool properly. 18, 25
	You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.	Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.	22
	The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7
	If thin fabrics are being sewn, the fabric is not being fed correctly.	Sew with stabilizer material under the fabric.	25
	If thin fabrics are being sewn, the stitch is too coarse.	Shorten the stitch length.	12
	The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	38

Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Page
▲The fabric is wrinkled.	The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. 27
Stitches are skipped.	You have not threaded the upper thread properly.	Correct the upper threading. 17
	You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.	Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.	22
	The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 7
	The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. 7
	Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the bobbin case.	Remove the needle plate and clean the plate and the bobbin case.	41
The needle threader can not be used.	The needle has not been raised to the correct position.	Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up.	19
	You have not inserted the needle properly. Insert the needle properly. 7
The stitch is not sewn correctly.	The presser foot that you are using is not correct for the type of stitch.	Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	-
	The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. 27
	The thread is tangled.	Remove the tangled thread. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case.	41
The fabric does not feed.	The stitch is too fine. Lengthen the stitch length. -
	The darning plate is fitted on the needle plate.	Remove the darning plate. -
	You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.	Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.	22
	The thread is tangled, for example, in the race.	Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the race, clean the race.	41
	The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.	38

INDEX

Numerics

1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 5,34

A

Accessories 4

optional 4

Appliqués 39

B

Blind hem stitching 28

Blind stitch foot 40

Bobbin winding 13

Button sewing 37

Buttonhole adjusting ....36 making ....34

Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw 36

C

Cleaning 41

Connecting plugs 6

D

Darning 39

Darning plate 37, 39

Decorative stitching 33

Double action stitching 31

Drawing up the lower thread 21

E

Elastic stitching 30

F

Fabric, thread, and needle combinations .....22

Fagoting 31

Feather stitching 33

Flat bed attachment 5

Foot controller 7

Free-arm style 25

G

Gathering 39

H

Handwheel 17

L

Light switch 7

Lower threading 15

quick-set bobbin 16, 21

M

Main parts 5

Main power 7

Maintenance 41

N

Needle checking ....7 combinations with fabric and thread ....22 replacing ....7

Needle threader 19

0

Overedge stitching 32

P

Pattern selection dial 9

Patterns 10

Presser foot changing 8

0

Quick-set bobbin 16, 21

R

Race cleaning 41

Reverse sewing lever 13

S

Satin stitch 28

Shell tuck stitching 30

Spool pin ....14, 17 extra ....26

Stitch length dial 12

Stitch width dial 12

Stitches built-in 28 names 10

Straight stitching 28

Stretch stitching 9

T

Thread cutter 24

Thread tension 27

Threading lower .....15, 16 needle threader .....19 twin needle .....26 upper .....17 Triple zigzag stretch stitching .....33 Troubleshooting .....43 Twin needle attaching .....8, 25 sewing .....25

U

Upper tension control dial 27

Upper threading 17

Z

Zigzag stitching 28

Zipper insertion 38