PS57 - Sewing machine BROTHER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Domestic sewing machine
Brand	Brother
Model	PS57
Power supply	110/120 V or 220/240 V (depending on version) - model N control pedal
Lamp power	15-watt bulb (original type)
Sewing speed	Adjustable via pedal or speed range control lever
Stitch count	Straight, zigzag, stretch, decorative, buttonhole (1-step or 4-step depending on version)
Buttonholes	Automatic 1-step (PS57) or 4-step
Needle threader	Built-in (for needles 75/11 to 100/16)
Included presser feet	Zigzag foot, buttonhole foot, zipper foot, etc.
Included accessories	Bobbins (3), needles (3), twin needle, brush, screwdriver, thread cutter, hard case
Special functions	Reverse stitching, drop feed dogs, free arm conversion
Maintenance	Regular cleaning of shuttle hook and area under needle plate; do not oil the hook
Safety	Automatic stop, unplug before maintenance, non-slip pedal
Spare parts	Bobbins, needles, presser feet, bulb (15W) available from authorized dealer
Repairability	Consult troubleshooting guide; contact authorized technical service if necessary

Frequently Asked Questions - PS57 BROTHER

How to thread the upper thread on the Brother PS57?

Raise the presser foot and raise the needle. Place the spool on the horizontal spool pin with the appropriate spool cap. Follow the dotted path: thread guide, between the tension discs, then into the take-up lever (from right to left). Finally, pass the thread behind the thread guide above the needle. See page 40 of the manual.

How to wind the bobbin?

Place the thread on the spool pin, pass it through the thread guide. Insert the bobbin onto the bobbin winder spindle, aligning the groove with the spring. Push the spindle to the right. Hold the thread end and press the foot pedal (or the Start/Stop button) to wind. The machine stops automatically when the bobbin is full. Refer to page 34.

What to do if the needle breaks often?

Check that the needle is not bent (page 12), that it is inserted all the way to the stop and the flat side is to the back. Make sure you are using the correct fabric/thread/needle combination (page 47). Do not pull the fabric while sewing and use the appropriate presser foot. If the problem persists, refer to the checklist on page 91.

How to adjust the thread tension?

The upper thread tension is adjusted with the tension selector (page 46). Correct tension gives balanced stitches without loops. If loops appear on the top, reduce the tension (smaller number); if they appear on the bottom, increase it (larger number). Always test on a scrap of fabric.

How to sew an automatic one-step buttonhole?

Select the buttonhole stitch (special position on the selector). Attach the buttonhole foot, open the button plate and insert the button. Align the red mark on the foot with the fabric mark. Lower the foot lever completely and push it slightly backward. Hold the upper thread and press the pedal. The machine sews all four sides and stops. See page 64.

How to use the needle threader?

Turn off the machine. Lower the presser foot and raise the needle. Lower the threader lever, hook the thread into the guide, then turn the lever backward so the hook passes through the eye. Bring the lever forward to pull the thread. Raise the lever and pull out about 5 cm of thread. The threader works for needles 75/11 to 100/16. See page 42.

Why does my machine skip stitches?

Possible causes: bent or incorrectly inserted needle (page 12), needle unsuitable for fabric/thread (page 47), upper thread not threaded correctly (page 40), or lint accumulation under the needle plate (page 88). Clean the shuttle hook regularly. If problem persists, contact an authorized service center.

How to clean the Brother PS57?

Unplug the machine. Remove the needle and presser foot. Remove the needle plate with a coin. Turn the handwheel to align the race notch. Remove the shuttle hook, clean it with a soft cloth (do not oil). Reassemble the hook, plate and other parts in reverse order. See page 88.

How to replace the lamp bulb?

Unplug the machine and wait for the bulb to cool. Loosen the screw at the back of the sewing head, remove the cover. Replace the bulb with a 15-watt bulb of the same type. Put the cover back and tighten the screw. Caution: do not touch a hot bulb. See page 86.

What to do if the fabric does not feed or gathers?

Check that the stitch length selector is not set to 0 (page 27). Make sure the feed dogs are raised (page 30). If the fabric gathers, loosen the upper thread tension (page 46) or use a longer stitch. For difficult fabrics, a walking foot (optional) may help. See page 80.

USER MANUAL PS57 BROTHER

ANSCHLIESSEN AN DAS STROMNETZ

ACHTUNG

"BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES"

If this machine is fitted with a 3 pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.

IMPORTANT (in the United Kingdom)

Main supply (AC 230/240V\~, 50Hz)

DO NOT cut off the main plug from equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power point in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover.

If none the less the main plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main supply.

IMPORTANT (in the other countries)

If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.

NOTE: The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. 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.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER 'E', BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR YELLOW.

The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue Neutral

Brown Live

As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or coloured black or blue.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'L' or coloured red or brown.

Connecting Plugs and Main Power / Sewing Light Switch

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

1. Connect the power cord or three-prong plug into the machine.

2. Connect the electrical supply plug into a wall outlet.

- When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket outlet.

Turn on or off the switch for the main power and sew-light.

①Turn on ②Turn off

- When servicing the machine, or when removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine or the electrical set must unplugged.

HEFTEN UND APPLIZIEREN

Patchwork (Assemblage) 60

KNOOPSGATEN EN KNOPEN

Een knoopsgat maken

TOEBEHOREN EN APPLICATIONS

HAUPTBESTANDTEILE

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

①SPULER (Seite 33)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

①SPOELWINDER (Pagina 34)

Diagram of a cable with two connectors and a plug, labeled with numbers ① and ② (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

HAUPTBESTANDTEILE

(Modell PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

①SPULER (Seite 33)

⑰CONTACT VOOR VOETPEDAAL (Pagina 8)

3D rendered image of a pink mechanical component with internal channels and mounting brackets (no text or symbols)

⑥130012-054 ⑦130013-054

⑧X59476-051 ⑨130920-051

Illustration of a pink pen-like tool with black bands (no text or symbols)

⑩X55467-051 ⑪X54243-001

⑫X52769-656 ⑬X53984-054

①SA140 X81065-002

②SA129 X81021-002

③SA125 X80980-002

ZUBEHÖR

⑫ Tragekoffer (1 St.) (Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

⑬Staubabdeckung (1 St.) (Modell PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Voetpedaal: Model N5V

Onderdelencode: XA3931-051

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Diagram showing connections between a power plug, three switches, and an external device (no text or symbols present)

(Model PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

Illustration of a foot pressing down on a pink foot pedal, with a red arrow indicating the motion direction (no text or symbols)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Pédale

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Voetpedaal: Model N5V

Diagram of a screwdriver tool with a tripod base and pink directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Nadel prüfen

Two-step illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching, showing hand positioning and tool path (no text or symbols)

Nähfuß wechseln

VORSICHT

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

VERSCHIEDENE REGLER

Stichmuster-Einstellrad

VORSICHT

(Modell STAR 230E, PS-55)

STICHMUSTER	STICHNAME	VOREINGESTELLTE BREITE [mm (Zoll)]	EMPFOHLENE SEITE IN DER LÄNGE [mm (Zoll)] ANLEITUNG
	1-STUFEN- 3-5 (Drehschalter 4-7) F-1,5 KNOPFLOCHAUTOMATIK (1/8-3/16) (1/64-1/16)		63
	GERADSTICH	6,5 1-4,5(1/4) (1/16-3/16)	50, 73, 75
	ZICKZACKSTICH	0-6,5 F-4,5(0-1/4) (1/64-3/16)	53, 72, 76, 77
	BLINDSAUMSTICH	3-6,5 F-2(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)	54
	BIESENSTICH	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)	55
	ELASTIKSTICH	3-6,5 F-2,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-3/32)	56
	ELASTISCHER BLINDSTICH	3-6,5 F-1,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)	54
	BOGENNAHT	3-6,5 F-1,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)	58
	ELASTISCHE SCHRITTNAHTBRÜCKENSTICH 57PALISADENSTICH	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)
	ELASTIK-MUSCHELSTICH	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)	61
	PERLZIERSTICHPFEILSPITZENSTICH	3-6,5 F-1(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)	59
	STRETCH-GERADSTICH	6,5(1/4)	SS Fixiert2,5 (3/32)
	DREIFACH-ZICKZACKSTICH	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	ÜBERWENDLINGNAHT	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	ÜBERWENDLINGNAHT	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	GRÄTENSTICH	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	KAMMSTICH	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	DEKORATIVER STICH	6,5(1/4)	SS Fixiert2,5 (3/32)
	HEXENSTICH	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	DEKORATIVER STICH	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	FLACHNAHT	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Fixiert
	DEKORATIVER STICH	6,5(1/4)	SS Fixiert2.5 (3/32)

(Model STAR 230E, PS-55)

PATROON STEEK		INGESTELDEBREEDTEIN HANDLEIDING [mm (inch)]	AANBEVOLEN PAGINA INLENGTE [mm (inch)] HANDLEIDING
	AUTOMATISCH KNOOPSGAT 3-5 (Knop 4-7) F-1,5IN 1 STAPPEN (1/8-3/16) (1/64-1/16)		64
	RECHTE STEEK	6,5 1-4,5(1/4) (1/16-3/16)
	ZIGZAGSTEEK	0-6,5 F-4,5(0-1/4) (1/64-3/16)
	BLINDE ZOOMSTEEK	3-6,5 F-2(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	SCHELP-RIJGSTEEK	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)
	ELASTISCHE STEEK	3-6,5 F-2,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-3/32)
	BLINDZOOM STRETHSTEEK	3-6,5 F-1,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	SCHELPSTEEK	3-6,5 F-1,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	DOBBELE ACTIESTEEKRIMPELSTEEK 57VERBINDINGSSTEEK	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)
	ELASTISCHE 3-6,5 F-3SCHELP-RIJGSTEEK (1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)		61
	SCHELPSTEEK 3-6,5 F-1PIJLKOPSTEEK	(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	DRIEVOUDIGE STRETCHSTEEK	6,5(1/4)	SS Vast2,5 (3/32)
	DRIEVOUDIGE ZIGZAGSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	ELASTISCHE OVERLOCK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	ELASTISCHE OVERLOCK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	TAKSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	KAMSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	DECORATIEVE STEEK	6,5(1/4)	SS Vast2,5 (3/32)
	FAGOTSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	DECORATIEVE STEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	DECORATIEVE ZOOMSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	DECORATIEVE STEEK	6,5(1/4)	SS Vast2,5 (3/32)

AANBEVOLEN STEEKLENGTES EN -BREEDTEN

(Model PS-53)

PATROON STEEK		INGESTELDEBREEDTEIN HANDLEIDING [mm (inch)]	AANBEVOLEN PAGIN LENGTHE [mm (inch)] HANDLEIDING
	AUTOMATISCH KNOOPSGAT 3-5 (Knopl 4-7) F-1,5 IN 4 STAPPEN (1/8-3/16) (1/64-1/16)		66
	RECHTE STEEK	6,5 1-4,5(1/4) (3/64-3/16)
	ZIGZAGSTEEK	0-6,5 F-4,5(0-1/4) (1/64-3/16)
	DOBBELE ACTIESTEEK	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)
	BLINDZOOM STRETHSTEEK	3-6,5 F-1,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	BLINDE ZOOMSTEEK	3-6,5 F-2(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/16)
	SCHELP-RIJGSTEEK	3-6,5 F-3(1/8-1/4) (1/64-1/8)
	ELASTISCHE STEEK	3-6,5 F-2,5(1/8-1/4) (1/64-3/32)
	DRIEVOUDIGE STRETCHSTEEK	6,5(1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	DRIEVOUDIGE ZIGZAGSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	FAGOTSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	KAMSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	ELASTISCHE OVERLOCK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	ELASTISCHE OVERLOCK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast
	TAKSTEEK	3-6,5(1/8-1/4) 2,5 (3/32)	SS Vast

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

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Start-/Stopp-Taste

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Start/Stop-toets

Druk op de knop Start/Stop om de machine te laten starten of stoppen.

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Snelheidsregeling

Line drawing of a sewing machine's handle and socket (no text or symbols)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

FADENFÜHRUNG

Aufspulen

VORSICHT

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Modell PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

Illustration of a foot pressing down on a pink foot presser press, with a pink arrow indicating the press direction (no text or symbols present)

①

②

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Illustration of hands operating a mechanical device with a pink arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Pure mechanical diagram showing a pulley and belt system without any text, numbers, or symbols

Unterfadenführung

VORSICHT

Diagram showing two mechanical components with arrows indicating direction of movement (no text or symbols)

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

Oberfadenführung

Diagram of a cylindrical mechanical component with internal dashed lines and arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

B

POUR PLACER UN PORTE-BOBINE SUPPLEMENTAIRE

B

C

Tension des fils

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

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

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

Geradstich

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

POUR RETIRER LE TISSU DE LA MACHINE

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle and foot, showing fabric application (no text or symbols)

Two vertical spring symbols with dashed lines, no text or labels present

Zickzackstich

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

Blindsaumstich

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

Point picot

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

B

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching on a hand, with no text or symbols present.

C

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

Point élastique

STOF AAN ELKAAR NAAIEN

graph TD
    A["Step 1: Folded structure with horizontal and vertical lines, top arrow indicating rotation"] --> B["Step 2: Folded structure with horizontal and vertical lines, bottom line also showing rotation"]
    B --> C["Step 3: Folded structure with horizontal and vertical lines, bottom line also showing rotation"]

Point renforcé

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, with a pink wavy line indicating fabric stroke (no text or symbols)

Feston

Two-step illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching on fabric, showing thread and stitching details (no text or symbols)

Points décoratifs

Patchwork (Assemblage)

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

B

Illustration of a hand pressing down on a pink fabric with serrated edge (no text or symbols)

C

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

Overlock élastique

Simple line drawing of scissors cutting a curved blade with pink zigzag pattern (no text or symbols)

Illustration of hands folding a pink fabric with dotted lines indicating seam allowance (no text or symbols)

Point plume

B

Technical line drawing of a sewing machine with no visible text or symbols

C

D

Illustration of a sewing machine needle and foot, showing fabric application with no text or symbols

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a hand operating a foot with a purple tool inserted (no text or symbols present)

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E, PS-57, PS-55)

(Modèle PS-53)

Illustration of a hand holding a pen with a pink clip, no text or symbols present

Technical line drawings of sewing machine components including a handle, needle, and circular target (no text or symbols)

B

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle and fabric being sewn, with no text or symbols present

Simple line drawing of a hand holding a pink background with a dashed pink line crossing through it (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a grid-patterned surface (no text or symbols)

Stopfen

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

Pink tulip-shaped graphic with dotted outline (no text or symbols)

Appliques

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a car wheel, with no text or symbols present

Line drawing of hands operating a sewing machine with a circular motion indicator (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a pink flower shape (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a garment, with no visible text or symbols

B

Illustration of a hand using a mechanical device to adjust or install components (no text or symbols visible)

C

Diagram of a sewing machine needle stitching, showing base and workpiece movement (no text or symbols)

OPTIONALES ZUBEHÖR

B

C

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

D

Line drawing of a sewing machine with a finger pressing a button (no text or symbols)

OPTIONALES ZUBEHÖR

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

A

B

graph TD
    A["Step ②"] --> B["Rectangular Component"]
    B --> C["Downward Arrow"]
    C --> D["Vertical Container"]
    D --> E["Step ⑤"]

C

OPTIONALES ZUBEHÖR

(Model PS-57, PS-55, PS-53)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with a screw and lever, no text or symbols present

(Modell STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Line drawing of a sewing machine needle stitching a person's arm (no text or symbols)

B

C

Illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a component with a pink tool, no text or symbols present

D

Reinigung

VORSICHT

Line drawing of a mechanical device with a separate 3D block nearby (no text or symbols)

(Model STAR 240E, STAR 230E)

Emballage de la machine

Patchwork (Assemblage) 60

Pied quilting 1/4" 4,84