Brother Sewing Machine Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine User Manual
Getting Ready  
Sewing Basics  
Utility Stitches  
Character/  
Decorative Stitches  
My Custom Stitch  
Appendix  
Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine  
Operation Manual  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:  
Read all instructions before using.  
DANGER -  
To reduce the risk of electric shock:  
1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical  
outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.  
WARNING -  
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:  
1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or  
near children.  
2. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by  
the manufacturer as contained in this manual.  
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 dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for  
examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.  
4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot  
control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.  
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.  
6. Do not use outdoors.  
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.  
8. To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol “ ” position which represents off, then remove plug from  
outlet.  
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.  
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.  
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.  
12. Do not use bent needles.  
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.  
14. Switch the machine to the symbol “ ” position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as  
threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.  
15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any  
other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.  
16. This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.  
17. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine.  
18. If the LED light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
This machine is intended for household use.  
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA  
AND CYPRUS ONLY  
If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.  
IMPORTANT  
If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an  
appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.  
NOTE  
The plug served from the main lead 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 GREEN AND YELLOW.  
The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
Blue  
Neutral  
Live  
Brown  
As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings iden-  
tifying 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.  
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  
Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)  
Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation  
100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard  
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA  
TEL : (908) 704-1700  
declares that the product  
Product Name:  
Model Number:  
Brother Sewing Machine  
QC-1000  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this  
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15  
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-  
dential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there  
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-  
nected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
• The included interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B  
digital device.  
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user's  
authority to operate the equipment.  
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CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING  
OUR MACHINE  
Your machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incor-  
porated, we suggest that you study the manual.  
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE  
For safe operation  
1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-up lever, nee-  
dle, or other moving parts.  
2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:  
• Operation is completed  
• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts  
• A power failure occurs during use  
• Maintaining the machine  
• Leaving the machine unattended.  
3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.  
4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.  
5. Do not place or store the machine near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to extremely  
high or low temperatures, high humidity or dusty locations. Doing so could cause the machine to malfunction.  
6. Never operate the 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 cen-  
ter for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.  
For a longer service life  
1. 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.  
2. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage  
the machine, and should never be used.  
3. Do not drop or hit the machine.  
4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or  
other parts to assure correct installation.  
5. Use only the interface cable (USB cable) included with this machine.  
For repair or adjustment  
In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the  
operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local  
authorized Brother dealer.  
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com  
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.  
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL  
Chapters 1 and 2 describe to the first-time user the initial operations for using this machine and the basic  
sewing operations.  
To sew utility stitches  
Continue with chapter 3 to learn how to select a stitch and sew using the various stitches.  
Chapter 2  
Chapter 1  
Chapter 3  
To sew characters and patterns  
Continue with chapter 4 to learn basic operations, from selecting patterns to sewing, in addition to  
operations such as combining and editing patterns to rotate or resize them, and storing combined  
patterns.  
Chapter 2  
Chapter 4  
Chapter 1  
• Parts related to operations described in the procedures are highlighted in blue.  
Perform the operations while comparing the screens in the procedures with those that appear on the  
machine.  
• If, while using the machine, you have questions about an operation or you would like to know more  
about a specific function, refer to the index (P.159) and the table of contents to find the section of the  
manual to refer to.  
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CONTENTS  
Scalloping................................................................. 81  
Top Stitching............................................................. 82  
Smocking.................................................................. 82  
Fagoting.................................................................... 83  
Tape or Elastic Attaching........................................... 84  
Heirloom Stitching.................................................... 85  
Buttonhole Stitches ................................................... 87  
Bar Tacks.................................................................. 92  
Button Sewing........................................................... 94  
Eyelets ...................................................................... 95  
Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag  
Stitch) ....................................................................... 96  
Zipper Insertion ........................................................ 97  
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR  
FUNCTIONS..........................................................9  
Machine ..................................................................... 9  
Needle and Presser Foot Section............................... 10  
Operation Buttons .................................................... 11  
Included Accessories ................................................ 11  
Options .................................................................... 16  
Chapter 1 Getting Ready  
17  
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF ....................18  
LCD SCREEN .......................................................19  
Using the Machine Setting Mode Key ...................... 22  
Using the Machine Operation Mode Key ................. 23  
Using the Pattern Explanation Key ........................... 24  
LOWER/UPPER THREADING ..............................25  
Winding the Bobbin ................................................. 25  
Setting the Bobbin .................................................... 28  
Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread .................................. 28  
Upper Threading ...................................................... 29  
Using the Twin Needle ............................................. 32  
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT .......................34  
Removing the Presser Foot........................................ 34  
Attaching the Presser Foot......................................... 34  
CHANGING THE NEEDLE...................................35  
SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRIC....................38  
Chapter 4 Character/Decorative Stitches 101  
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ........................ 102  
Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/  
7 mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/  
Satin Stitch Patterns/  
7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross Stitch Patterns/  
Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns............................. 103  
Alphabet Patterns.................................................... 103  
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS............................. 105  
Sewing Attractive Finishes....................................... 105  
Basic Sewing........................................................... 105  
Adjusting Patterns ................................................... 106  
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ............................ 108  
Changing the Pattern Size ....................................... 109  
Changing the Pattern Length  
(7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)............................ 109  
Creating a Vertical Mirror Image............................. 109  
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image ........................ 109  
Selecting a Single/Repeating Pattern........................ 110  
Changing the Thread Density  
(Satin Stitch Patterns Only)...................................... 110  
Returning to the Beginning of the Pattern................ 111  
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS ..................... 112  
Before Combining Patterns...................................... 112  
Combining Patterns from Different Categories......... 112  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Sizes............ 114  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Orientations .... 115  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Lengths........ 116  
Creating Step Patterns  
(7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)............................ 117  
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION................... 119  
Stitch Data Precautions........................................... 119  
Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s Memory ..... 119  
Saving Stitch Patterns to the Computer.................... 121  
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine’s  
Chapter 2 Sewing Basics  
39  
SEWING ..............................................................40  
Sewing a Stitch ......................................................... 40  
Sewing Reinforcement Stitches ................................. 42  
Sewing Curves .......................................................... 42  
Changing Sewing Direction ...................................... 43  
Sewing Heavyweight Fabric...................................... 43  
Sewing Lightweight Fabric ........................................ 43  
ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS...........................44  
Adjusting the Stitch Width ........................................ 44  
Adjusting the Stitch Length ....................................... 44  
Adjusting the Thread Tension ................................... 45  
USEFUL FUNCTIONS..........................................45  
Automatic Reinforcement Stitching........................... 45  
Automatic Thread Cutting......................................... 46  
Pivoting .................................................................... 47  
Automatic Fabric Sensor System ............................... 48  
Locking the Screen ................................................... 49  
Chapter 3 Utility Stitches  
51  
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH............................52  
Selecting a Stitch ...................................................... 53  
Saving Stitch Settings ................................................ 53  
Using the Sewing Type Selection Key ...................... 54  
SEWING THE STITCHES......................................56  
Quilting .................................................................... 56  
Straight Stitches ........................................................ 66  
Darts Seams.............................................................. 69  
Gathering ................................................................. 70  
Flat Fell Seams.......................................................... 70  
Pintucks.................................................................... 71  
Zigzag Stitches.......................................................... 72  
Elastic Zigzag Stitches............................................... 74  
Overcasting .............................................................. 75  
Blind Hem Stitches ................................................... 79  
Appliqués ................................................................. 80  
Shell Tuck Stitching .................................................. 81  
Memory.................................................................. 122  
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Computer .......... 123  
Chapter 5 MY CUSTOM STITCH  
125  
DESIGNING A STITCH...................................... 126  
ENTERING STITCH DATA................................. 128  
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES............... 133  
Saving Custom Stitches in the Machine’s Memory .. 133  
Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer................. 134  
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine’s  
Memory.................................................................. 135  
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Computer ....... 135  
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Chapter 6 Appendix  
137  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE..............................138  
Cleaning the LCD.................................................... 138  
Cleaning the Machine Casing.................................. 138  
Cleaning the Race ................................................... 138  
Cleaning the Bobbin Case ....................................... 139  
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN .................................140  
Screen Visibility Is Low............................................ 140  
Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning ................................ 140  
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................142  
ERROR MESSAGES ............................................145  
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................148  
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE .....149  
STITCH SETTING CHART ..................................151  
INDEX................................................................159  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Machine  
■ Front View  
■ Right-side/Rear View  
a Handle  
a Top cover  
When transporting the machine, carry it by this handle.  
Open the top cover to thread the machine and wind the bobbin.  
b Handwheel  
b Thread guide plate  
Turn the handwheel toward you to sew one stitch or to raise or  
lower the needle.  
Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading  
the upper thread.  
c USB connector  
Plug in a USB cable to connect a computer.  
d Touch pen holder  
c Thread take-up lever check window  
Look through the window to check the position of the take-up lever.  
d Needle threader lever  
Use the touch pen holder to hold the touch pen when it is not  
being used.  
Use the needle threader lever when threading the needle  
automatically.  
e Foot controller jack  
e Thread cutter  
Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cord into the foot  
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.  
f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment  
controller jack.  
f Foot controller  
Press the foot controller to control the speed of the machine.  
g Jack connector  
Insert the power cord into the jack connector.  
h Main power switch  
Use the main power switch to turn the machine ON and OFF.  
i Air vent  
Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being  
used.  
j Feed dog position indicator  
Indicates whether the feed dogs are raised or lowered.  
k Presser foot lever  
Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment  
of the flat bed attachment. Remove the flat bed attachment  
when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs.  
g Operation buttons (5 buttons) and sewing speed  
controller  
Use these buttons to perform various operations, such as  
starting sewing and raising or lowering the needle.  
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed  
while using utility stitches.  
h Knee lifter slot  
Insert the knee lifter into the slot.  
i Knee lifter  
Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot.  
j LCD (liquid crystal display)  
Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the  
presser foot.  
Stitch settings can be viewed and edited, and operations for  
using the machine can be displayed, and error messages  
appear in the LCD.  
k Spool pin  
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.  
l Spool cap  
Use the spool cap to hold the spool in place.  
m Bobbin winder  
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.  
n Supplemental spool pin  
Use this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread while sewing or to  
sew with the twin needle.  
o Thread guide  
Pass the thread through this thread guide when winding the  
bobbin thread.  
p Bobbin winding thread guide  
Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding the  
bobbin thread.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Needle and Presser Foot Section  
Measurements on the needle plate, bobbin cover  
and needle plate cover  
The measurements on the needle plate and bobbin  
cover are references for patterns with a middle  
(center) needle position. The measurements on the  
needle plate cover is a reference for stitches with a  
left needle position.  
a
c
d
e
a Buttonhole lever  
Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar  
tacks.  
f
b Presser foot holder  
The presser foot is attached to the presser foot holder.  
c Presser foot holder screw  
b
Use the presser foot holder screw to hold the presser foot  
holder in place.  
a For stitches with a middle (center) needle position  
b For stitches with a left needle position  
c Middle (center) needle position <inch>  
d Middle (center) needle position <cm>  
e Middle (center) needle position <inch>  
f Left needle position <inch>  
d Presser foot  
The presser foot consistently applies pressure to the fabric as it  
is sewn. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected  
stitch.  
e Feed dogs  
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.  
f Bobbin cover  
Open the bobbin cover to insert the bobbin.  
g Needle plate cover  
Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and  
race.  
h Needle plate  
The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight  
seams.  
i Needle bar thread guide  
Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide.  
j Needle clamp screw  
Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Operation Buttons  
Included Accessories  
The accessories are stored in the flat bed  
attachment. Open the flat bed attachment as  
shown below.  
a “Start/Stop” button  
When this button is pressed, the machine sews a few stitches at  
a low speed, then begins sewing at the speed set by the sewing  
speed controller. Press this button again to stop sewing. This  
button lights up in a different color depending on the machine’s  
operating condition.  
Green:  
Red:  
The machine is ready to sew or is sewing.  
The machine cannot sew.  
b “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button  
a
This button is used to sew reinforcement stitches at the  
beginning and end of stitching. When this button is pressed, the  
machine sews 3 to 5 stitches in the same spot, then stops  
automatically. For straight and zigzag stitches that take reverse  
stitches, the machine sews reverse stitches (stitches sewn in  
the opposite direction) at low speed only while the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is held down.  
b
c
c “Needle Position” button  
Use this button to change the sewing direction or for detailed  
sewing in small areas. Press this button to raise or lower the  
needle position. Press this button twice to sew a single stitch.  
a Bobbin stand  
d “Thread Cutter” button  
(Place the bobbins on the pins to store them.)  
Press this button after sewing to automatically trim the excess  
thread.  
b Storage space  
c Presser foot storage tray  
e “Presser Foot Lifter” button  
(Store presser feet marked A, G, I, J, M, N, and R.)  
Press this button to lower the presser foot and apply pressure to  
the fabric. Press this button again to raise the presser foot.  
f Sewing speed controller  
Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to adjust the  
sewing speed. Slide the controller to the left to sew at lower  
speeds. Slide the controller to the right to sew at higher speeds.  
Beginners should sew at a lower speed until they become  
familiar with the machine.  
CAUTION  
• Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after  
the threads have already been cut. Otherwise,  
the needle may break, the threads may become  
tangled, or damage to the machine may occur.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Firmly insert the two spool pins into the two  
holes in the spool support.  
■ How to Assemble the Spool Stand  
c
Fully extend the telescopic thread guide shaft,  
and then rotate the shaft until the two stoppers  
a
click into place.  
Open the upper cover of the machine. With  
your right hand, snap the cover toward the back  
to release the cover from the latch. Slide the  
upper cover to the right so that the pin on the  
left side is disengaged, and then remove the  
upper cover.  
Insert the telescopic thread guide into the round  
hole at the center of the spool support, and then  
use a screwdriver to securely tighten the screw  
from the reverse side.  
d
b
b
a
a
a Latch  
b Pin  
a Screw  
Note  
Raise the latch on the machine toward you.  
e
Make sure that the stoppers on the telescopic thread  
guide shaft are firmly in place and that the top of the  
thread guide is parallel to the spool support. In addition,  
check that the shaft is straight up from the spool support.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
With the lower part of the stand between the  
handle and machine, slide the spool stand to the  
left so that the pin fits into the hole in the  
machine, and then fit the spool stand into the  
latch.  
f
b
a
a Latch  
b Spool stand  
Note  
Make sure that the latch of the machine is positioned  
toward you and that the spool stand firmly fits into the  
groove in the latch.  
Memo  
For details on using the spool stand, refer to the  
enclosed instruction sheet.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
18  
12  
19  
13  
20  
14  
15  
16  
17  
75/11 2 needles  
90/14 2 needles  
90/14 2 needles:  
Ball point needle (gold colored)  
21  
29  
22  
30  
23  
31  
24  
32  
25  
33  
26  
34  
27  
28  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Part Code  
Others  
Memo  
No.  
Part Name  
U.S.A./  
Canada  
• For details on using parts 13, 17 and 39, refer to the  
enclosed instruction sheet.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Buttonhole foot “A”  
X57789-151  
XC3098-051  
X53840-351  
X59370-051  
XC3021-051  
X56409-051  
130489-001  
XE0765-001  
• Always use accessories recommended for this  
machine.  
Overcasting foot “G”  
Monogramming foot “N”  
Zipper foot “I”  
• The screw for the presser foot holder is available  
through your authorized dealer (part code: XA4813-  
051).  
Zigzag foot “J” (on machine)  
Blind stitch foot “R”  
• This operation manual and the foot controller can be  
stored in the soft cover.  
Button fitting foot “M”  
Free-motion quilting foot “C”  
Free-motion open toe quilting  
foot “O”  
XE0767-001  
XE0766-001  
10 Free-motion echo quilting foot  
“E”  
11 Walking foot  
SA140 F033N:XC2214-102  
12 1/4” quilting foot with guide  
13 Straight stitch foot  
14 Quilting guide  
SA185  
F057:XC7416-252  
XD0826-051  
SA132 F016N:XC2215-002  
XC8362-051  
15 Straight stitch needle plate  
Cord guide bobbin cover  
(with single hole)  
16  
XC8449-051  
17 Spool stand  
18 Seam ripper  
19 Bobbin × 10  
20 Needle set  
XE0774-001  
X54243-051  
SA156  
SFB:XA5539-151  
X58358-051  
21 Twin Needle  
22 Cleaning brush  
23 Eyelet punch  
X59296-151  
X59476-051  
135793-001  
24 Screwdriver (large)  
25 Screwdriver (small)  
26 Spool cap (small) × 2  
XC8349-051  
X55468-051  
130013-154  
Spool cap (medium) × 2  
One is on the machine.  
27  
X55260-153  
28 Spool cap (large) × 2  
29 Spool felt  
130012-054  
X57045-051  
XC1074-051  
XA5523-050  
30 Disc-shaped screwdriver  
31 Spool net  
XD0501-051 (EU area)  
XC8816-051 (other area)  
32 Foot controller  
33 Grid sheet set  
34 Touch pen (stylus)  
35 Knee lifter  
SA507  
GS3:X81277-150  
XA9940-051  
XA6941-052  
XD0745-051  
XE0783-001  
XE0996-001  
XE0802-001  
XE1121-001  
36 USB cable  
37 Operation Manual  
38 Quick Reference Guide  
39 Wide table  
40 Soft cover  
Memo  
(For U.S.A. only)  
Foot controller: Model T  
This foot controller can be used with this machine  
model QC-1000.  
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS  
Options  
1
2
3
Part Code  
Others  
No.  
Part Name  
U.S.A./  
Canada  
1
2
Quilting foot  
SA129 F005N:XC1948-002  
SA125 F001N:XC1944-052  
1/4” quilting foot  
Side cutter foot  
3
SA177  
F054:XC3879-002  
Memo  
• All specifications are correct at the time of printing.  
• Please be aware that some specifications may  
change without notice.  
Note  
Visit your authorized dealer for complete listing of  
optional accessories available for your machine.  
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Chapter  
1
Getting Ready  
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TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF....................................................18  
LCD SCREEN........................................................................................19  
■ Display Precautions.........................................................................................................19  
■ Key Functions..................................................................................................................20  
Using the Machine Setting Mode Key......................................................................22  
Using the Machine Operation Mode Key ................................................................23  
■ Contents of Each Category ..............................................................................................23  
Using the Pattern Explanation Key ..........................................................................24  
LOWER/UPPER THREADING..............................................................25  
Winding the Bobbin ................................................................................................25  
■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin...................................................................................25  
■ Winding the Bobbin Using the Spool Pin.........................................................................27  
Setting the Bobbin...................................................................................................28  
Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread.................................................................................28  
Upper Threading.....................................................................................................29  
Using the Twin Needle............................................................................................32  
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT .......................................................34  
Removing the Presser Foot......................................................................................34  
Attaching the Presser Foot ......................................................................................34  
CHANGING THE NEEDLE...................................................................35  
■ Checking the Needle .......................................................................................................35  
■ About the Needle ............................................................................................................37  
■ Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations ..............................................................................37  
SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRIC ...................................................38  
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TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF  
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF  
WARNING  
•
•
Use only regular household electricity as 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 the main power to OFF 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 the main power to OFF first. Always grab the power cord plug or power  
cord connector to remove it from the wall outlet or power cord jack connector. 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, or 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.  
When leaving the machine unattended, either the main switch of the machine should be turned to OFF or the plug  
must be removed from the socket-outlet.  
•
•
•
•
When servicing the machine or when removing covers, either the machine or the electrical set must be unplugged.  
For U.S.A. only  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is  
intended to fit in a polarized 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.  
Insert the power cord into the power cord  
jack connector, then insert the plug into a  
wall outlet.  
Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on  
the machine.  
a
b
b
a
a
a OFF  
b ON  
b
a Main power switch  
b Power cord  
Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn  
off the machine.  
c
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LCD SCREEN  
LCD SCREEN  
■ Display Precautions  
• Only touch the display with your finger or the touch pen included with the machine. Do not use a  
mechanical pencil, screwdriver or any other hard or sharp objects. In addition, do not press the display with  
extreme pressure, otherwise damage to the display may result.  
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• All or part of the display may sometimes become darker or lighter due to fluctuations in the surrounding  
temperature or other changes in the environment. This is not a sign of a malfunction. If the display is difficult  
to read, adjust its brightness (see page 22).  
• The display may be dark immediately after the machine is turned on. This is a normal characteristic of the  
backlight and is not a sign of a malfunction. After approximately 10 minutes, the display should reach its  
normal level of brightness.  
• If you are not directly facing the display, the colors may be distorted or the screen may be difficult to read.  
This is a normal characteristic of the display and is not a malfunction. Be sure to sit in front of the display  
while using it.  
When the machine is turned on, the opening screen appears. The machine can be set so that the opening screen is  
not displayed (see page 22).  
Lightly press the display with your finger. Depending on the setting, either “Q-01 Piecing stitch (Middle)”, “1-01  
Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight stitch (Middle)” is automatically selected (see page 22).  
Memo  
It may take some time until the opening screen appears. This is not a sign of a malfunction.  
a Shows whether the machine is set for a single needle  
or twin needle, and the needle position when the  
machine is stopped. The desired needle position can  
be set (see page 22).  
For a single needle  
a
b
c
Single needle/down  
position  
Single needle/up  
position  
For a twin needle  
d
Twin needle/down  
position  
Twin needle/up  
position  
e
b Presser foot code  
Attach the indicated presser foot before sewing.  
c Shows the number for the selected stitch (only for  
utility stitches).  
d Shows a preview of the selected stitch.  
e Shows the current page number and the total number  
of pages available.  
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LCD SCREEN  
■ Key Functions  
With your finger or the touch pen, press a key at the top of the display (  
screen that is displayed.  
) to change the  
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4
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Operation panel  
No.  
Key  
Name  
Function  
Page  
Machine setting mode Press this key to change the needle stop position, turn the buzzer on/off, adjust  
22  
1
key  
the pattern or screen, and change other machine settings.  
Machine operation  
mode key  
Press this key to see descriptions for upper threading, winding the bobbin,  
changing the presser foot, and other operations for using the machine.  
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2
3
Presser foot / Needle  
exchange key  
Press this key when changing the needle or presser foot. Pressing this key locks  
all keys and operation buttons so that parts can safely be changed. Press this key  
again to unlock the keys and buttons.  
34, 35  
When machine operations are displayed, the screen for the needle/presser foot  
replacement mode is not displayed.  
Utility stitch key  
Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, blind hem  
stitch, or other stitch (utility stitch) commonly used in quilting or garment sewing.  
52  
4
5
Character/Decorative  
Stitch key  
Press this key to select character or decorative stitches.  
102  
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LCD SCREEN  
Screen  
No.  
Key  
Name  
Function  
For free-motion sewing, press this key to lower the feed dogs (free-motion sewing  
Page  
Drop feed key  
62, 94  
f
mode). In addition, the key automatically appears as  
are lowered when button sewing is selected.  
and the feed dogs  
1
Screen lock key  
Press this key to lock the screen. When the screen is locked, the various settings,  
such as the stitch width and stitch length, are locked and cannot be changed.  
Press this key again to unlock the settings.  
49  
54  
g
h
Sewing type selection Press this key when you need help selecting the appropriate stitch for a sewing  
key  
application and when you need instructions on how to sew a selected stitch. This  
key is very helpful for beginners.  
Pattern explanation key Press this key to see how a selected stitch can be used.  
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Stitch selection display Press the key for the stitch that you want to sew. Press one of the  
keys to change the pattern selection screen.  
Pivot key  
Press this key to select the pivot setting. When the pivot setting is selected,  
stopping the machine lowers the needle and slightly raises the presser foot  
automatically. In addition, when sewing is restarted, the presser foot is  
automatically lowered.  
47  
k
•
If this key appears as  
, it cannot be used.  
Automatic  
Press this key to select the automatic reinforcement stitching (reverse stitching)  
45  
46  
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reinforcement stitch key setting. If you select this setting before sewing, the machine will automatically  
sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of stitching (depending on  
the selected stitch, reverse stitches may be sewn). Press this key again to cancel  
the setting.  
Automatic thread  
cutting key  
Press this key to select the automatic thread cutting setting.  
If you select this setting before sewing, the machine will automatically sew  
reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the selected stitch) and  
trim the threads when the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed.  
Press this key again to cancel the setting.  
Mirror image key  
Press this key to create a mirror image of the selected stitch.  
53  
32  
n
o
•
If this key appears as  
, it cannot be used.  
Needle mode selection Before sewing with the twin needle, press this key to select the setting for twin  
key (single/twin)  
needle sewing. Each time this key is pressed, the setting switches between that  
for single needle sewing and twin needle sewing.  
•
If this key appears as  
, it cannot be used.  
Reset key  
Press this key to return the selected stitch saved settings to the original settings.  
53  
53  
p
q
Manual memory key  
Change the stitch settings (zigzag width and stitch length, thread tension,  
automatic thread cutting or automatic reinforcement stitching, etc.), then save  
them by pressing this key.  
Stitch width and stitch Shows the stitch width (zigzag width) and the stitch length settings of the  
length keys  
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currently selected stitch. Press  
length settings.  
or  
to adjust the stitch width and stitch  
•
If  
appears, the setting cannot be adjusted.  
Thread tension keys  
Shows the thread tension setting of the currently selected stitch. The thread  
45  
s
tension is usually set automatically. Press  
tension setting.  
or  
to adjust the thread  
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LCD SCREEN  
Using the Machine Setting Mode Key  
Press  
to change the needle stop position, turn the buzzer on/off, adjust the pattern or screen, and change  
other basic machine settings. The settings specified here are the default settings.  
Press  
to display the previous or next page.  
a Select whether the needle stops in the raised or  
lowered position when the machine is stopped.  
b Select whether to use the sewing speed controller or  
to adjust the zigzag width (see page 61).  
c Make adjustments to the character and decorative  
stitches (see page 106).  
a
b
d Select whether the screen containing quilting stitches  
(
) or utility stitches (  
) is the first screen that  
c
is displayed.  
d
e
e Select whether “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03  
Straight stitch (Middle)” is the utility stitch that is  
automatically selected when the machine is turned  
on.  
Cannot be selected if the quilting stitch category  
(
) is selected for “INITIAL STITCH PAGE”.  
a Change the height of the presser foot when sewing is  
stopped when the pivot setting is selected (see page  
47).Adjust the presser foot to one of the three heights  
(3.2 mm, 5.0 mm and 7.5 mm).  
b Change the height of the presser foot when the  
machine is set to free-motion sewing mode (see page  
62).  
c Adjust the presser foot pressure between 1 (light) and  
4 (firm).  
a
b
c
* Set the pressure to 3 for normal sewing.  
d When set to “ON”, the thickness of the fabric is  
automatically detected by an internal sensor while  
sewing, so the fabric can be fed smoothly (see pages  
43, 48 and 62).  
d
When “PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE” is set to “1”,  
this function is not available even if it is set to “ON”.  
a Adjust the brightness of the display.  
* Press  
* Press  
to make the screen lighter.  
to make the screen darker.  
Adjust the brightness so that the contrast between  
and can be clearly seen.  
a
b
b Turn on/off the buzzer.  
c
c Turn on/off the needle area and work area lights.  
d Select whether or not the opening screen appears  
when the machine is turned on.  
e Select one of the 3 display languages:  
[English], [French], [Spanish]  
d
e
Memo  
The latest version of software is installed in your  
machine. Check with your local authorized Brother  
dealer or our web site (www.brother.com) for  
notification of available updates (see page 149).  
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LCD SCREEN  
Using the Machine Operation Mode Key  
Basic machine operations and other information based on the contents of this Operation Manual are stored in this  
machine.  
Press  
to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to  
1
see more information about that category.  
■ Contents of Each Category  
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions  
Sewing Basics  
Troubleshooting  
Presser foot lever  
Sewing speed controller  
Handwheel  
Upper threading  
Bobbin winding  
Changing the needle  
Changing the presser foot  
Setting the bobbin  
Flat bed attachment with  
accessory compartment  
Knee lifter  
Foot controller  
Main Buttons  
Useful Functions  
Maintenance  
“Thread Cutter” button  
“Presser Foot Lifter” button  
“Start/Stop” button  
Cleaning the race and bobbin case  
Pivoting  
Automatic drop feed  
Automatic fabric sensor system  
“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button  
“Needle Position” button  
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LCD SCREEN  
Example: Displaying information about upper  
Using the Pattern Explanation Key  
threading  
Press  
Press  
.
a
b
To learn more about the uses for a stitch, select the  
.
stitch, and then press  
selected stitch.  
to see a description of the  
→ A list of basic operations appears in the lower half of  
the screen.  
Example: Displaying information on the use for  
Press  
(upper threading).  
c
.
Select  
, and then press  
.
a
→ The instructions for threading the machine appear.  
Press  
to view the next page.  
d
→ Uses for  
appear.  
When you are finished with the instructions,  
press  
b
.
When you are finished with the instructions,  
press  
e
.
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
Set the supplemental spool pin in the “up”  
position.  
c
Winding the Bobbin  
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This section describes how to wind thread onto a  
bobbin. With this machine, you can use the  
supplemental spool pin to wind the bobbin while  
sewing using the main spool pin.  
a
CAUTION  
a Supplemental spool pin  
•
The included bobbin was designed specifically for  
this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models  
are used, the machine will not operate correctly.  
Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same  
type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-051).  
Place the spool of thread on the supplemental  
spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the  
front. Then, slide the spool cap as far as  
possible onto the supplemental spool pin to  
secure the thread spool.  
d
Actual size  
11.5 mm  
(approx.  
7/16 inch)  
b
This model  
Other models  
a
■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin  
While sewing, the bobbin can conveniently be  
wound.  
c
a
a Supplemental spool pin  
b Spool cap  
6 5  
3, 4  
c Thread spool  
2
7, 8  
9,10  
CAUTION  
•
•
If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set  
incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin  
and cause the needle to break.  
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Use the spool cap (large, medium, or small) that is  
closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap  
smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may  
become caught in the slit on the end of the spool.  
1
a Supplemental spool pin  
Turn on the machine, and then open the top  
cover.  
a
b
Note  
When using cross-wound thread on a thin spool, use  
the small spool cap, and leave a small gap between  
the cap and the thread spool.  
Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring  
on the bobbin winder shaft, and then set the  
bobbin on the shaft.  
b
a
a
b
c
a Gap  
b Cross-wound thread  
c Spool cap (small)  
a Groove in bobbin  
b Spring on bobbin winder shaft  
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While holding the thread from the spool in  
Slide the bobbin holder to the left until it  
snaps into place.  
* When the bobbin holder is set to the left, it works as a  
switch to make the bobbin wind automatically.  
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i
your right hand, hold the end of the thread  
with your left hand, and then pass the thread  
through the thread guide.  
a
a
a Bobbin holder (switch)  
→ The bobbin stops spinning automatically when it is  
full, and the bobbin holder returns to its original  
position.  
a Thread guide  
Pass the thread under the pin on the bobbin  
winding thread guide, and then pass it around  
the pretension disk.  
f
Cut the thread, and then remove the bobbin.  
j
* Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk.  
a
b
Note  
When removing the bobbin, pull up only on the bobbin.  
Do not pull on the bobbin winder seat, otherwise it may  
become loose, resulting in damage to the machine.  
a Pin  
b Pretension disk  
Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin  
four or five times.  
g
CAUTION  
•
Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread  
tension to loosen, breaking the needle and possibly  
resulting in injury.  
2
3
1
Pass the end of the thread through the guide  
h
slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull  
the thread to the right to cut it with the  
cutter.  
b
a
a Guide slit  
b Bobbin winder seat  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to follow the process described. If the thread  
is not cut with the cutter, and the bobbin is wound,  
when the thread runs low, it may tangle around the  
bobbin.  
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
Slide the spool cap as far as possible onto the  
spool pin, and then return the spool pin to its  
original position.  
■ Winding the Bobbin Using the Spool Pin  
The main spool pin cannot be used to wind the  
bobbin while sewing. For details, see “Using the  
Supplemental Spool Pin” on page 25.  
e
f
While holding the thread from the spool with  
both hands, pull the thread through the lower  
notch in the thread guide plate, then through  
the upper notch.  
2
7
1
8
3
9
b
6
4
5
a
a Lower notch in the thread guide plate  
b Upper notch in the thread guide plate  
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1
Pass the thread through the thread guide.  
g
Turn on the machine.  
a
a
Open the top cover.  
b
Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring  
c
on the bobbin winder shaft, and then slide the  
bobbin onto the shaft.  
a
b
a Thread guide  
Pass the thread under the pin on the bobbin  
winding thread guide, and then pass it around  
the pretension disk.  
h
* Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk.  
a
a Groove in bobbin  
b
b Spring on bobbin winder shaft  
Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward,  
d
and then place the spool of thread on the  
spool pin.  
* Make sure that the thread unwinds from the front.  
a Pin  
b Pretension disk  
Follow steps  
g
through  
j
on page 26.  
i
c
a
b
a Spool cap  
b Thread spool  
c Spool pin  
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right  
hand, and then, while slightly pulling the  
thread with your left hand, guide it through  
the groove.  
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Setting the Bobbin  
This section describes how to set a bobbin wound with  
thread into the machine. You can begin sewing without  
pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the  
bobbin thread, for example, when sewing gathers,  
follow the procedure described in the next section.  
CAUTION  
•
Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound.  
Otherwise, the needle may break or the thread  
tension will be incorrect.  
After guiding the thread completely through  
the groove, pull it toward you to cut it with  
the cutter.  
f
Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise  
the presser foot.  
a
b
a
a Cutter  
Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right, and  
then remove the bobbin cover.  
Attach the bobbin cover by inserting the tab  
in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover,  
then lightly press down on the right side of  
the cover until it snaps into place.  
g
b
a
a Bobbin cover  
b Latch  
a
Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold  
the end of the thread with your left hand.  
c
a Tab  
Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread  
There may be some sewing applications where you  
may want to pull up the bobbin thread, for example,  
when making gathers or with free-motion quilting.  
Follow the procedure described below to pull up the  
bobbin thread.  
Insert the wound bobbin into the bobbin case  
so that the thread unwinds in the direction of  
the arrow.  
d
Memo  
Thread the upper thread before pulling up the bobbin  
thread. For details, see “Upper Threading” on page 29.  
Follow steps  
a
through  
d
from the previous  
a
section to insert the bobbin into the bobbin  
case.  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your finger  
and unwind the bobbin thread correctly. Otherwise,  
the thread may break or the thread tension will be  
incorrect.  
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
Guide the bobbin thread through the groove,  
following the arrow in the illustration.  
b
Upper Threading  
This section describes how to thread the machine and  
the needle. The machine is marked with numbers that  
indicate the threading order.  
Note  
• Do not cut the thread with the cutter.  
• Do not attach the bobbin cover.  
1
CAUTION  
•
•
Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper  
threading can cause the thread to tangle and break  
the needle, leading to injury.  
When using accessories not included with this  
machine, attach the accessory to the machine after  
threading the machine.  
While lightly holding the upper thread, press  
the “Needle Position” button twice to lower,  
then raise the needle.  
c
7
4, 5  
8
6
12,13  
2,16  
3
11  
10  
9
14,15  
Turn on the machine.  
1
Gently pull the upper thread to pull up the  
bobbin thread.  
d
a
b
Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise  
the presser foot.  
→ The upper thread shutter opens so the machine can  
be threaded.  
a
→ A loop of the bobbin thread comes out from the hole  
in the needle plate.  
Pull out about 100 mm of the bobbin thread,  
and then pass it under the presser foot toward  
the rear of the machine, making it even with  
the upper thread.  
e
a Upper thread shutter  
a
b
Memo  
This machine is equipped with an upper thread  
shutter, allowing you to check that the upper threading  
is performed correctly.  
a Upper thread  
b Bobbin thread  
Attach the bobbin cover.  
f
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise  
the needle.  
While holding the thread from the spool in  
your right hand, hold the end of the thread  
with your left hand, and then guide the thread  
through the groove, following the arrows in  
the illustration.  
c
g
Note  
If you try to thread the needle with the needle threader  
lever without raising it, damage to the machine may  
result.  
Guide the thread down, up, then down  
through the groove, as shown in the  
illustration.  
h
Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward,  
d
and then place the spool of thread on the  
spool pin.  
a
* Make sure that the thread unwinds from the front.  
c
a
b
a Upper thread shutter  
a Spool cap  
b Thread spool  
c Spool pin  
Memo  
Look through the take-up lever check window to check  
the position of the take-up lever. Before threading the  
machine, make sure that the take-up lever is in the  
raised position.  
Slide the spool cap as far as possible onto the  
spool pin, and then return the spool pin to its  
original position.  
e
a
CAUTION  
b
•
•
If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set  
incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin  
and cause the needle to break.  
Use the spool cap (large, medium, or small) that is  
closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap  
smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may  
become caught in the slit on the end of the spool and  
cause the needle to break.  
a Upper thread shutter  
b Thread take-up lever check window  
Pass the thread through the needle bar thread  
guide (marked “6”).  
* Hold the thread with both hands and fully pass it through  
the guide, as shown in the illustration.  
i
While holding the thread from the spool with  
both hands, pull the thread through the lower  
notch in the thread guide plate, then through  
the upper notch.  
f
b
a
a
a Lower notch in the thread guide plate  
b Upper notch in the thread guide plate  
a Needle bar thread guide  
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Release the needle threader lever.  
Pass the thread through the thread guide disks  
(marked “7”).  
* Make sure that the thread passes through the groove in the  
thread guide.  
* Make sure that the thread securely enters the thread guide  
disks, otherwise the needle may not be threaded.  
j
m
n
→ The thread passes through the eye of the needle.  
Carefully pull the end of thread that was  
passed through the eye of the needle.  
1
Note  
Do not pull the thread strongly. Otherwise, the needle  
may bend or break.  
a
* If a loop was formed in the thread passed through the eye  
of the needle, carefully pull on the loop of thread through  
to the back of the needle.  
a Groove in thread guide  
Pull the thread up through the thread cutter  
to cut the thread, as shown in the illustration.  
k
a
Pull out about 100 mm (approx. 3-4 inches) of  
the thread, and then pass it under the presser  
foot toward the rear of the machine.  
a Thread cutter  
o
Note  
When using thread that quickly winds off the spool,  
such as metallic thread, it may be difficult to thread the  
needle if the thread is cut.  
Therefore, instead of using the thread cutter, pull out  
about 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) of thread after  
passing it through the thread guide disks (marked “7”).  
a
a 100 mm  
a
Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to lower  
the presser foot before starting to sew.  
p
a 80 mm or more  
Memo  
This completes the upper threading procedure.  
Lower the needle threader lever slowly until it  
clicks.  
l
* The hook is rotated and passes through the eye of the  
needle.  
Note  
• The needle threader can be used with home sewing  
machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. For details  
on appropriate needle and thread combinations, see  
“Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations” on page 37.  
• If automatic needle threading could not be  
completed correctly, repeat the procedure, starting  
with the needle bar thread guide (marked “6”).  
Note  
• If the needle threader lever is lowered quickly, the  
needle may not be threaded.  
• Make sure that no objects, such as the fabric, are  
touching the hook.  
• Some needles cannot be threaded with the needle  
threader. In this case, instead of using the needle  
threader after passing the thread through the needle  
bar thread guide (marked “6”), manually pass the  
thread through the eye of the needle from the front.  
b
a
a Hook  
b Needle thread lever  
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Pass the thread through the needle bar thread  
guide, and then manually thread the needle  
on the left side.  
c
Using the Twin Needle  
Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of  
the same stitch. Although the same bobbin thread is  
used, interesting patterns can be sewn by threading  
each needle with a different color of thread. Both upper  
threads should have the same thickness and quality.  
The twin needle can only be used with patterns where  
* Do not use needle threader when threading a twin needle.  
appears when they are selected. Check the  
a
“STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual  
for patterns that can be used with the twin needle.  
a Needle bar thread guide  
Set the supplemental spool pin in the “up”  
position.  
d
CAUTION  
•
•
Use only twin needles made for this machine (part  
code X59296-151). Other needles could break,  
resulting in damage.  
a
Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the  
twin needle. Using the twin needle while the  
machine is in single needle mode could cause the  
needle to break, resulting in damage.  
•
•
Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could  
break and cause injury.  
When using the twin needle, be sure to use presser  
foot “J”. In case bunched stitches may occur, use the  
presser foot “N”.  
a Supplemental spool pin  
Place the additional spool of thread on the  
supplemental spool pin so that the thread  
unwinds from the front. Then, slide the spool  
cap as far as possible onto the supplemental  
spool pin to secure the thread spool.  
e
Press  
, and then install the twin  
a
needle (see “CHANGING THE NEEDLE” on  
page 35).  
a
b
c
a Spool cap  
b Supplemental spool pin  
c Thread spool  
Thread the machine for the first needle  
according to the procedure for threading a  
single needle (see “Upper Threading” on page  
29).  
b
While holding the thread from the spool in  
your right hand, hold the end of the thread  
with your left hand, and then pass the thread  
through the thread guide.  
f
* Do not pass the thread through the bobbin winding thread  
guide.  
a
b
a Bobbin winding thread guide  
b Thread guide  
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LOWER/UPPER THREADING  
While holding the thread from the spool with  
both hands, pull the thread through the lower  
notch in the thread guide plate, then through  
the upper notch. Hold the end of the thread  
with your left hand, and then guide the thread  
through the groove, following the arrows in  
the illustration.  
Press  
needle sewing.  
* The stitch width becomes narrower than with single needle  
sewing.  
to select the setting for twin  
g
k
a
1
a
a Single needle/twin needle setting  
→
appears.  
a Shutter  
CAUTION  
Without passing the thread through the  
needle bar thread guide, manually thread the  
needle on the right side.  
h
•
Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the  
twin needle. Using the twin needle while the  
machine is in single needle mode could cause the  
needle to break, resulting in damage.  
Press the “Start/Stop” button after lowering  
the presser foot lever.  
l
a
Memo  
To change the sewing direction with the twin needle,  
raise the needle from the fabric, raise the presser foot  
lever, and then turn the fabric.  
a Needle bar thread guide  
Note  
The needle threader cannot be used. Manually pass the  
thread through the eye of the needle from the front. If the  
needle threader is used, damage to the machine may  
result.  
Press  
, or press  
in the  
i
j
screen.  
Select a stitch.  
Note  
If  
appears as  
after a stitch is selected,  
the twin needle cannot be used with the selected  
stitch.  
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CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT  
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT  
CAUTION  
•
Always press  
in the operation panel before changing the presser foot. If  
is not pressed and the  
“Start/Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury.  
Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may strike the  
presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.  
•
•
Only use presser feet made for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
c
Removing the Presser Foot  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise  
the needle.  
a
Press the black button on the presser foot  
holder to remove the presser foot.  
d
a
Press  
.
b
b
a Black button  
b Presser foot holder  
Attaching the Presser Foot  
Place the presser foot under the holder,  
a
aligning the pin on the foot with the notch in  
the holder, and then lower the presser foot  
lever so that the presser foot pin snaps into  
the notch in the holder.  
→ The screen changes, and all keys and operation  
a
b
buttons are locked.  
a Notch  
b Pin  
Press  
screen.  
, or press  
in the  
b
c
→ All keys and operation buttons are unlocked, and  
the previous screen is displayed.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE  
CHANGING THE NEEDLE  
CAUTION  
in the operation panel before changing the needle. If  
1
•
Always press  
is not pressed and the “Start/  
Stop” button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result.  
Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause injury.  
Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and may cause injury.  
•
•
Press  
.
■ Checking the Needle  
b
Place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface  
(such as the needle plate or a piece of glass) and  
check that the gap between the needle and the flat  
surface is even.  
Note  
Never use bent or blunt needles.  
a
b
a Even gap  
b Flat surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise  
the needle.  
→ The screen changes, and all keys and operation  
a
buttons are locked.  
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE  
Use the included screwdriver to turn the  
c
needle clamp screw toward the front of the  
machine to loosen it, and then remove the  
needle.  
Note  
Do not apply extreme force when loosening or  
tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise damage  
to the machine may result.  
With the flat side of the needle facing the  
d
back, insert the new needle until it touches  
the needle stopper. Use the screwdriver to  
securely tighten the needle clamp screw.  
a
b
c
a Needle stopper  
b Hole for setting the needle  
c Flat side of needle  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to push in the needle until it touches the  
stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp  
screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not  
completely inserted or the needle clamp screw is  
loose, the needle may break or the machine may be  
damaged.  
Press  
, or press  
in the  
e
screen.  
→ All keys and operation buttons are unlocked, and  
the previous screen is displayed.  
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE  
■ About the Needle  
The sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper  
needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems. Below are some things to keep  
in mind about needles.  
• The smaller the needle number, the finer the needle. As the numbers increase, the needles get thicker.  
• Use fine needles with lightweight fabrics, and thicker needles with heavyweight fabrics.  
• To avoid skipped stitches, use ball point needle (gold colored) 90/14 with stretch fabrics.  
• To avoid skipped stitches, use ball point needle (gold colored) 90/14 when sewing character or decorative  
stitches.  
1
• Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn.  
• A home sewing machine needle 75/11 is inserted in the sewing machine.  
■ Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations  
The following table provides information concerning the appropriate thread and needle for various fabrics.  
Please refer to this table when selecting a thread and needle for the fabric you wish to use.  
Thread  
Fabric  
Size of needle  
Type  
Size  
60 - 80  
60 - 80  
50  
Medium weight fabric  
Lightweight fabric  
Heavyweight fabric  
Broadcloth  
Taffeta  
Cotton  
Synthetic mercerized  
75/11 - 90/14  
Flannel, Gabardine Silk or silk finished  
Lawn, Batiste  
Georgette  
Challis, Satin  
Denim  
Cotton  
60 - 80  
60 - 80  
50  
65/9 - 75/11  
Synthetic mercerized  
Silk  
Cotton  
30 - 50  
50  
90/14 - 100/16  
Corduroy  
Tweed  
Synthetic mercerized  
Silk  
50  
Stretch fabric  
Jersey  
Thread for knits  
50 - 60  
Ball point needle  
(gold colored)  
75/11 - 90/14  
Tricot  
Easily frayed fabrics  
Cotton thread  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
50 - 80  
65/9 - 90/14  
50  
30  
30  
For top stitching  
Synthetic mercerized  
Silk  
90/14 - 100/16  
Memo  
For transparent nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16.  
The same thread is usually used for the bobbin thread and upper threading.  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using an improper combination,  
especially a heavyweight fabric (i.e., denim) with a small needle (i.e., 65/9 - 75/11), may cause the needle to bend or  
break, and lead to injury. Also, the seam may be uneven, the fabric may pucker, or the machine may skip stitches.  
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SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRIC  
SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRIC  
The wide table makes sewing large pieces of fabric easier.  
When you are finished using the wide table,  
remove it.  
d
While slightly lifting up the wide table, pull it off to the  
left.  
CAUTION  
•
•
Do not move the sewing machine while the wide  
table is attached, otherwise damage or injuries may  
occur.  
Do not use the wide table for other purposes such  
as an ironing board. This can cause damage and  
injury.  
Memo  
The knee lifter can be stored attached to the bottom of  
the wide table.  
Open up the legs at the bottom of the wide  
table.  
a
Pull out the four legs until they snap into place.  
Install the flat bed attachment back in its  
original position.  
e
Turn off the power and pull the flat bed  
attachment to the left.  
b
CAUTION  
•
Do not install or remove the wide table with force,  
otherwise the mounting hook may be damaged.  
a
→ With the flat bed attachment removed, free-arm  
sewing is possible.  
Install the wide table.  
c
Keeping the wide table level, slowly slide it into place  
until the mounting hook clicks into position.  
Rotate the rubber foot attached to the bottom of each  
leg to adjust the height.  
a Mounting hook  
Make sure that the wide table is either at the same  
level or slightly lower than the surface of the needle  
plate.  
a
a Mounting hook  
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Chapter  
2
Sewing Basics  
2
SEWING ..............................................................................................40  
Sewing a Stitch........................................................................................................40  
■ Using the Foot Controller................................................................................................41  
■ Using the Knee Lifter.......................................................................................................42  
Sewing Reinforcement Stitches ...............................................................................42  
Sewing Curves.........................................................................................................42  
Changing Sewing Direction.....................................................................................43  
■ Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.5 cm or Less ...................................................................43  
Sewing Heavyweight Fabric ....................................................................................43  
■ If the Fabric Does Not Fit under the Presser Foot ...........................................................43  
■ If the Fabric Does Not Feed ............................................................................................43  
Sewing Lightweight Fabric ......................................................................................43  
ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS ..........................................................44  
Adjusting the Stitch Width ......................................................................................44  
Adjusting the Stitch Length .....................................................................................44  
Adjusting the Thread Tension..................................................................................45  
■ Correct Thread Tension...................................................................................................45  
■ Upper Thread Is Too Tight ..............................................................................................45  
■ Upper Thread Is Too Loose .............................................................................................45  
USEFUL FUNCTIONS..........................................................................45  
Automatic Reinforcement Stitching ........................................................................45  
Automatic Thread Cutting.......................................................................................46  
Pivoting...................................................................................................................47  
Automatic Fabric Sensor System .............................................................................48  
Locking the Screen..................................................................................................49  
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SEWING  
SEWING  
CAUTION  
•
To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from  
moving parts while the machine is in operation.  
•
•
•
Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury.  
Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing so may lead to injury.  
Take care that the needle does not strike basting pins or other objects during sewing. Otherwise, the needle may break  
and cause injury.  
•
If stitches become bunched, lengthen the stitch length setting before continuing sewing. Otherwise, the needle may  
break and cause injury.  
Place the fabric under the presser foot, hold  
d
Sewing a Stitch  
the fabric and thread ends with your left  
hand, and then turn the handwheel to lower  
the needle into the fabric at the starting point  
of the stitching.  
* The black button on the left side of presser foot “J” should  
be pressed only if the fabric does not feed or when sewing  
thick seams (see page 43). Normally, you can sew without  
pressing the black button.  
Turn on the machine, and then press the  
“Needle Position” button to raise the needle.  
a
Select a stitch.  
b
Lower the presser foot lever.  
e
Memo  
You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin  
thread.  
→ The symbol for the correct presser foot appears in  
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the  
sewing speed.  
f
the upper-left corner of the LCD.  
Install the presser foot (see “CHANGING THE  
PRESSER FOOT” on page 34).  
c
Memo  
The sewing speed can also be adjusted during sewing.  
a
b
CAUTION  
•
Always use the correct presser foot. If the wrong  
presser foot is used, the needle may strike the presser  
foot and bend or break, possibly resulting in injury.  
a Slow  
b Fast  
Lightly place your hands on the fabric to  
guide it, and then press the “Start/Stop”  
button to start sewing.  
g
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SEWING  
To stop sewing, press the “Start/Stop” button  
again.  
■ Using the Foot Controller  
h
You can also use the foot controller to start and stop  
sewing.  
CAUTION  
•
Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the  
foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an  
electric shock.  
Press the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the  
threads.  
Memo  
2
i
When the foot controller is being used, the “Start/Stop”  
button has no effect on sewing.  
Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on  
the machine.  
a
b
→ The needle automatically stops in the raised  
position, and the feed dogs are lowered.  
a
CAUTION  
a Foot controller  
b Foot controller jack  
•
•
Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after the  
threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the  
thread or break the needle and damage the machine.  
Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button when there  
is no fabric set in the machine or during machine  
operation. The thread may tangle, possibly resulting  
in damage.  
Slowly press the foot controller to start  
sewing.  
b
Note  
When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or  
other decorative threads, use the thread cutter on the  
side of the machine.  
Memo  
The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the  
foot controller’s maximum sewing speed.  
Release the foot controller to stop the  
machine.  
c
Memo  
(For U.S.A. only)  
Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric.  
j
Foot controller: Model T  
This foot controller can be used with model QC-1000.  
Memo  
When the “Thread Cutter” button is pressed, the feed  
dogs are automatically lowered so the fabric can easily  
be removed, and then they are raised when sewing is  
started.  
Note  
This machine is equipped with a bobbin thread sensor  
that warns you when the bobbin thread is almost  
empty. When the bobbin thread is nearly empty, the  
machine stops automatically and a message appears  
in the screen. When this message appears, change  
the bobbin with one full of thread. However, if the  
“Start/Stop” button is pressed, a few stitches can be  
sewn.  
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SEWING  
■ Using the Knee Lifter  
Sewing Reinforcement Stitches  
Using the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the  
presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free  
to handle the fabric.  
Generally stitching must be secured at the beginning  
and end with reverse/reinforcement stitches. Press the  
“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse/  
reinforcement stitches.  
Depending on the selected stitch, reverse or  
reinforcement stitches are sewn while the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is kept pressed. With  
reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches are sewn at the  
same place. With reverse stitches, the stitching is sewn  
at a low speed in the opposite direction.  
Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the  
a
notches in the jack, and then insert the knee  
lifter as far as possible.  
In addition, this machine can be set to sew  
reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches)  
automatically. For details, see “Automatic  
Reinforcement Stitching” on page 45.  
Note  
If the knee lifter is not pushed into the mounting slot as  
far as possible, it may come out during use.  
Use your knee to move the knee lifter to the  
b
right in order to raise the presser foot. Release  
the knee lifter to lower the presser foot.  
Sewing Curves  
Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with the  
fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.  
Note  
When the presser foot is in raised position, move the  
knee lifter further to the right for the presser foot to  
lower.  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to keep your knee away from the knee lifter  
during sewing. If the knee lifter is pushed during  
machine operation, the needle may break or the  
thread tension may loosen.  
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SEWING  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
a
b
Changing Sewing Direction  
While keeping the black button on the left  
side of presser foot “J” pressed in, lower the  
presser foot lever.  
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.  
2
* The presser foot remains level, enabling the fabric to be  
fed. Once the trouble spot has been sewn, the presser foot  
will return to its normal operation.  
The pivot setting is useful when changing the sewing  
direction. When the machine is stopped at the corner of  
the fabric, the machine stops with the needle in the  
fabric and the presser foot is automatically raised so the  
fabric can easily be rotated (see “Pivoting” on page 47).  
CAUTION  
■
Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.5 cm or Less  
Baste the corner before sewing, and then, after  
changing the sewing direction at the corner, pull the  
basting thread toward the back while sewing.  
•
Do not forcefully push fabrics more than  
6 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) thick through the sewing  
machine. This may cause the needle to break and  
cause injury.  
Memo  
a
When “AUTOMATIC FABRIC SENSOR SYSTEM” in  
the machine settings screen is set to “ON”, the  
thickness of the fabric is automatically detected by the  
internal sensor so the fabric can be fed smoothly for  
best sewing results.  
a 0.5 cm  
Sewing Heavyweight Fabric  
■ If the Fabric Does Not Fit under the Presser  
Foot  
The presser foot lever can be raised to two different  
positions. If the fabric is too thick to fit under the  
presser foot, raise the presser foot lever to its highest  
position so that the fabric can be placed under the  
presser foot.  
Sewing Lightweight Fabric  
Iron the fabric with starch or place thin paper or tear  
away stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing  
easier. Gently tear off the paper or the stabilizer after  
sewing.  
■ If the Fabric Does Not Feed  
If the fabric does not feed when starting to sew or  
when sewing thick seams, press the black button on  
the left side of presser foot “J”.  
a
a Thin paper  
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ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS  
ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS  
When a stitch is selected, the most appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension are  
automatically set. However, if needed, you can change any of the settings as described in this section.  
Note  
• Settings for some stitches cannot be changed (See “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual).  
• If a stitch setting is changed, but not saved, the stitch setting returns to its default when the machine is turned off or a  
different stitch is selected.  
Adjusting the Stitch Width  
Adjusting the Stitch Length  
The stitch width (zigzag width) can be adjusted to make  
the stitch wider or narrower.  
The stitch length can be adjusted to make the stitch  
longer or shorter.  
Each press of  
makes the stitch shorter.  
Memo  
If the foot controller is connected, the sewing speed  
controller can be used to adjust the zigzag width (see  
page 61).  
Each press of  
makes the zigzag stitch narrower.  
Each press of  
makes the stitch longer.  
Each press of  
makes the zigzag stitch wider.  
Press  
to return the setting to its default.  
CAUTION  
•
If the stitches get 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.  
Press  
to return the setting to its default.  
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■ Upper Thread Is Too Tight  
Adjusting the Thread Tension  
If the bobbin thread can be seen on the surface of  
the fabric, press . Each press of the key reduces  
the setting and decreases the thread tension.  
The default thread tension, which is automatically set,  
can normally be used regardless of the type of thread or  
fabric being sewn. However, with some fabric and  
thread combinations, the thread tension may need to be  
adjusted.  
a
d
b
c
a Surface of fabric  
b Upper thread  
c Bobbin thread  
d Locks appear on the surface of the fabric.  
2
■ Correct Thread Tension  
■ Upper Thread Is Too Loose  
The upper thread and the bobbin thread should  
cross near the center of the fabric. If the thread  
tension is incorrectly set, the seam may have a poor  
finish or the fabric may pucker.  
If the upper thread can be seen on the wrong side of  
the fabric, press  
. Each press of the key increases  
the setting and increases the thread tension.  
a
a
b
b
c
d
c
d
a Wrong side of fabric  
a Wrong side of fabric  
b Surface of fabric  
c Upper thread  
b Locks appear on the wrong side of the fabric.  
c Upper thread  
d Bobbin thread  
d Bobbin thread  
Press  
to return the setting to its default.  
USEFUL FUNCTIONS  
Automatic Reinforcement Stitching  
After selecting a stitch, turn on the automatic  
reinforcement stitching setting before sewing, and the  
machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches  
(or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch) at the  
beginning and end of sewing.  
Select a stitch.  
a
Press  
to select the automatic  
b
reinforcement/reverse stitching setting.  
Memo  
The automatic reinforcement/reverse stitching setting  
is already selected with some stitches, such as  
buttonholes and bar tacks.  
→ The key appears as  
.
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Place the fabric under the presser foot with the  
Press  
to select the automatic thread  
c
b
needle at the starting point of the stitching, and  
then press the “Start/Stop” button. The  
machine will automatically sew reverse stitches  
(or reinforcement stitches), and then begin  
sewing.  
cutting setting.  
a
a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)  
Memo  
If you press the “Start/Stop” button to pause sewing,  
then press it again to continue, reverse stitches (or  
reinforcement stitches) will not be sewn.  
→ The key appears as  
.
Place the fabric under the presser foot with the  
needle at the starting point of the stitching, and  
then press the “Start/Stop” button. The  
machine will automatically sew reverse stitches  
(or reinforcement stitches), and then begin  
sewing.  
c
If the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button  
is pressed, the machine automatically sews  
reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches),  
then stops.  
d
a
a
a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)  
a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)  
Memo  
Memo  
To cancel the automatic reverse/reinforcement  
If you press the “Start/Stop” button to pause sewing,  
then press it again to continue, reverse stitches (or  
reinforcement stitches) will not be sewn.  
stitching setting, press  
as  
again so that it appears  
.
Automatic Thread Cutting  
If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before  
sewing, the machine will automatically sew  
reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending  
on the selected stitch) and cut the thread when the  
“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed at the  
end of stitching. This is useful when sewing buttonholes  
and bar tacks.  
Memo  
The automatic thread cutting setting can be selected  
when the automatic reinforcement/reverse stitching  
setting is selected.  
Select a stitch.  
a
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If the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button  
is pressed, the machine automatically sews  
reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches),  
cuts the thread, then stops.  
d
Pivoting  
If the pivot setting is selected, the machine stops with  
the needle lowered (in the fabric) and the presser foot is  
automatically raised to an appropriate height when the  
“Start/Stop” button is pressed. When the “Start/Stop”  
button is pressed again, the presser foot is automatically  
lowered and sewing continues. This function is useful  
for stopping the machine to rotate the fabric.  
a
2
CAUTION  
a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches)  
→ The feed dogs are automatically lowered.  
•
When the pivot setting is selected, the machine  
starts when the “Start/Stop” button is pressed or  
the foot controller is pressed down even if the  
presser foot has been raised. Be sure to keep your  
hands and other items away from the needle,  
otherwise injuries may occur.  
Memo  
• The feed dogs are raised when sewing is started.  
• To cancel the automatic thread cutting setting, press  
again so that it appears as  
.
Memo  
When the pivot setting is selected, the height of the  
presser foot when sewing is stopped can be changed  
according to the type of fabric being sewn. Press  
, and then display “PIVOTING HEIGHT” on p. 2  
of the machine settings screen. Press  
or  
to  
select one of the three heights (3.2 mm, 5.0 mm or 7.5  
mm). To raise the presser foot further, increase the  
setting. (Normally, 3.2 mm is set.)  
Note  
• If “NEEDLE POSITION” in the machine settings  
screen is set to the raised position, the pivot function  
cannot be used. In that case, the key appears as a  
dotted line and is not available.  
• When the setting is selected, the pivot function can  
only be used with stitches where presser foot J, N, C  
or O is indicated in the upper-left corner of the  
screen. If any other stitch is selected, the key  
appears as a dotted line and is not available.  
• Since the presser foot is fully raised when the  
automatic thread cutting key is pressed, press the  
“Presser Foot Lifter” button to lower the presser foot,  
and then press the “Start/Stop” button to continue  
sewing.  
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Select a stitch.  
Rotate the fabric, and then press the “Start/  
Stop” button.  
a
e
Press  
to select the pivot setting.  
b
→ The presser foot is automatically lowered, and  
sewing continues.  
Automatic Fabric Sensor System  
The thickness of the fabric is automatically detected  
and the presser foot pressure is automatically adjusted  
with an internal sensor while sewing, so the fabric can  
be fed smoothly. The fabric sensor system works  
continuously while sewing. This function is useful for  
sewing over thick seams (see page 43), or quilting (see  
page 59).  
→ The key appears as  
.
Place the fabric under the presser foot with  
the needle at the starting point of the  
stitching, and then press the “Start/Stop”  
button. The machine will begin sewing.  
c
Memo  
If you press the “Start/Stop” button to pause sewing,  
then press it again to continue, reverse stitches (or  
reinforcement stitches) will not be sewn.  
Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the  
machine at the point where the sewing  
direction changes.  
d
Press  
.
a
→ The machine settings screen appears.  
→ The machine stops with the needle in the fabric, and  
the presser foot is raised.  
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Press  
to display P. 2, and then set the  
b
Locking the Screen  
“AUTOMATIC FABRIC SENSOR SYSTEM” to  
“ON”.  
If the screen is locked before starting to sew, the various  
settings, such as the stitch width and stitch length, are  
locked and cannot be changed. This prevents screen  
settings from accidentally being changed or the  
machine from being stopped while large pieces of  
fabric or other projects are being sewn. The screen can  
be locked while sewing utility stitches and character/  
decorative stitches.  
2
Select a stitch.  
a
If necessary, adjust any settings, such as the  
stitch width and stitch length.  
b
Press  
.
c
→ The key appears as  
.
Press  
to return to the original screen.  
Sewing begins.  
c
d
e
When you are finished sewing, press  
unlock the screen.  
to  
Note  
• When the screen is locked (  
), no key other  
than and the  
keys can be  
operated. To select a different stitch or change the  
settings, press  
so that it appears as  
to  
unlock the screen.  
• When the screen is locked, pressing any of the  
keys unlocks the screen.  
• The screen is unlocked when the machine is turned  
off.  
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Chapter  
3
Utility Stitches  
a
Top Stitching.....................................................82  
Smocking ..........................................................82  
Fagoting............................................................83  
Tape or Elastic Attaching ..................................84  
Heirloom Stitching............................................85  
■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) ............................85  
■ Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1)) .....................85  
■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2)) .....................86  
Buttonhole Stitches...........................................87  
■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics .........................................90  
■ Buttons That Do Not Fit into the Button Holder  
Plate .....................................................................90  
■ Darning ................................................................91  
Bar Tacks ..........................................................92  
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH ...........52  
■ Stitch Selection Screens .......................................52  
Selecting a Stitch.............................................. 53  
■ Using the Mirror Image Key.................................53  
Saving Stitch Settings........................................ 53  
Using the Sewing Type Selection Key........................ 54  
SEWING THE STITCHES......................56  
Quilting............................................................ 56  
■ Piecing .................................................................58  
■ Piecing Using the 1/4" Quilting Foot  
with Guide ...........................................................58  
■ Quilting................................................................59  
■ Using the Quilting Guide .....................................60  
■ Appliqués .............................................................60  
■ Quilting with Satin Stitches..................................61  
■ Free-motion Quilting............................................62  
■ Echo Quilting .......................................................64  
Straight Stitches................................................ 66  
■ Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics...................................93  
Button Sewing...................................................94  
■ Attaching a 4-Hole Button....................................95  
■ Attaching a Button with a Shank ..........................95  
Eyelets...............................................................95  
Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and  
■ Changing the Needle Position  
Zigzag Stitch) ............................................................96  
Zipper Insertion................................................97  
■ Centered Zipper ...................................................97  
■ Side Zipper...........................................................98  
(Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only) ....68  
■ Needle Plate and Needle Plate Cover Marks........68  
■ Basting .................................................................68  
Darts Seams...................................................... 69  
Gathering ......................................................... 70  
Flat Fell Seams.................................................. 70  
Pintucks............................................................ 71  
Zigzag Stitches ................................................. 72  
■ Overcasting..........................................................72  
■ Appliqués .............................................................72  
■ Patchwork (Crazy Quilts).....................................73  
■ Sewing Curves......................................................73  
■ Using the Cord Guide Bobbin Cover....................73  
Elastic Zigzag Stitches ...................................... 74  
■ Tape/Elastic Attaching..........................................74  
■ Overcasting..........................................................74  
Overcasting...................................................... 75  
■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “G” ....................75  
■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J”......................76  
■ Overcasting Using the Optional Side Cutter ........77  
■ When Sewing Straight Stitches While  
Using the Optional Side Cutter ............................78  
Blind Hem Stitches........................................... 79  
■ If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fold ................80  
■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of the Fold........80  
Appliqués ......................................................... 80  
■ Sewing Sharp Curves............................................81  
Shell Tuck Stitching.......................................... 81  
Scalloping......................................................... 81  
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SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH  
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH  
■ Stitch Selection Screens  
Press  
to display the previous or next page.  
Quilting Stitches  
Straight/Overcasting/Quilting Stitches  
Decorative Stitches/Heirloom Stitches  
Buttonholes/Bar tacks  
Multi-Directional Sewing  
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SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH  
Selecting a Stitch  
Saving Stitch Settings  
This machine is preset with the default settings for the  
stitch width (zigzag width), stitch length, thread tension,  
automatic thread cutting, automatic reverse/  
Turn on the machine, and then lightly press  
the display.  
a
reinforcement stitching, etc. However, if you wish to  
save specific settings for a stitch so that they can be  
→ Depending on the setting, either “Q-01 Piecing  
stitch (Middle)”, “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03  
Straight stitch (Middle)” is automatically selected.  
used later, press  
after changing the settings to  
save the new settings with the selected stitch.  
Example: Using a stitch length of 2.0 mm for the  
Press  
to display a screen  
b
straight stitch  
of the stitches in the selected category, and  
then select a stitch.  
Press  
, and then select a straight stitch.  
a
Memo  
3
The default stitch length is 2.5 mm.  
Set the stitch length to 2.0 mm.  
b
→ An image of the selected stitch is displayed below  
the symbol of the appropriate presser foot.  
Memo  
For details on the stitches, refer to “STITCH SETTING  
CHART” at the end of this manual.  
■ Using the Mirror Image Key  
Press  
.
c
Press  
so that it appears as  
. A mirror  
* To reset the selected stitch to its default settings,  
image of the selected stitch is created.  
press , and then press  
.
Note  
If  
appears as  
after a stitch (buttonholes,  
multi-directional sewing patterns, etc.) is selected, a  
mirror image of the selected stitch cannot be created.  
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SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH  
Using the Sewing Type Selection Key  
Memo  
• The next time that the same straight stitch is  
selected, the stitch length is set to 2.0 mm.  
• All stitch settings (stitch width, stitch length, thread  
tension, automatic thread cutting, automatic  
By pressing  
, a stitch can also be selected  
reverse/reinforcement stitching, and mirror image,  
and twin needle settings) are saved, not just the  
setting that was changed. When the same stitch is  
selected, the last settings saved are displayed even  
if the machine was turned off. If the settings are  
according to its desired use. When you are not sure  
which stitch to select for your application or when you  
need information on how certain stitches are used,  
press  
, select the appropriate stitch for your  
changed again and  
is pressed, or if  
is  
project, and then follow the instructions to sew the  
selected stitch.  
pressed to reset the setting to its default, the new  
We recommend that beginners use this method to  
select stitches.  
settings are not saved unless  
another time.  
is pressed  
Memo  
P. 1 appears if  
is pressed while a quilting stitch  
selection screen is displayed, and P. 2 appears if  
is pressed while any utility stitch selection  
screen is displayed.  
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SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH  
Example: Displaying information about piecing.  
Press  
Select a stitch.  
c
* Press  
to return to the previous screen.  
.
a
3
→ Directions for sewing the selected stitch are  
→ The sewing type selection screen is displayed.  
displayed.  
Press  
.
b
Follow the directions to sew the stitch.  
d
* Press  
* Press  
* Press  
or  
to scroll the page.  
to display the next page.  
to return to the previous screen.  
→ The stitch selection screen for piecing is displayed.  
When you have finished sewing, press  
.
e
Memo  
The feed dogs are automatically raised or lowered  
depending on the stitch selected from the sewing type  
selection screen. For example, when a stitch from the  
following sewing types is selected, the feed dogs are  
automatically lowered: FREE-MOTION QUILTING,  
QUILTING, ECHO QUILTING, and BUTTONS.  
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SEWING THE STITCHES  
SEWING THE STITCHES  
Quilting  
You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find it  
convenient to use the knee lifter and foot controller to free your hands for other tasks (see “Using the Foot  
Controller” on page 41 and/or see “Using the Knee Lifter” on page 42).  
The 30 quilting stitches Q-01 through Q-30 and the utility stitches with “P” or “Q” indicated on their key are useful  
for quilting.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch  
Key  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Piecing stitch (Middle)  
Piecework/patchwork  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
—
—
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecing stitch (Right)  
Piecing stitch (Left)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) right  
seam allowance  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) left  
seam allowance  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Hand-look quilting  
(Middle)  
Quilting stitch made to look like  
hand quilting stitch  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
3.5  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Basting stitch  
(Middle)  
Basting  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
20.0  
5.0 - 30.0  
3.5  
1.0  
(3/4) (3/16 - 1-3/16)  
Stem stitch  
Reinforced stitching, sewing and  
decorative applications  
1.0 - 3.0  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
zigzag stitch  
Zigzag stitch for quilting and  
sewing on appliqué quilt pieces  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
1.6  
1.6  
Zigzag stitch (Right)  
Zigzag stitch (Left)  
2 step elastic zigzag  
3 step elastic zigzag  
Quilting appliqué stitch  
Shell tuck edge  
Start from right needle position,  
zigzag sew at left  
3.5  
2.5 - 5.0  
0.3 - 4.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16)  
Start from left needle position,  
zigzag sew at right  
3.5  
2.5 - 5.0  
0.3 - 4.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
1.6  
1.0  
(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16)  
Overcasting (medium weight and  
stretch fabrics), tape and elastic  
5.0  
1.5 - 7.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Overcasting (medium,  
heavyweight and stretch fabrics),  
tape and elastic  
5.0  
1.5 - 7.0  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Quilting stitch for invisible  
appliqué or attaching binding  
0.5 - 5.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16 - 3/16)  
2.0  
2.0  
2.5  
Shell tuck edge finish on fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
0.2 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Blanket stitch  
Appliqués, decorative blanket  
stitch  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 7.0  
2.5 1.6 - 4.0  
(3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting stippling  
Background quilting  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0 - 7.0  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
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Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch  
Key  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Overcasting stitch  
Stretch knit seam  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Tape attaching  
Attaching tape to seam in stretch  
fabric  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
0.2 - 4.0  
1.4  
5.5  
5.0  
(1/61 - 3/16)  
Serpentine stitch  
Feather stitch  
Decorative stitching and  
attaching elastic  
1.5 - 7.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4)  
0.2 - 4.0  
2.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
Fagoting, decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
3
Fagoting cross stitch  
Couching stitch  
Fagoting, bridging and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
2.5 - 7.0  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching, attaching  
cord and couching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.2  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Patchwork double  
overlock stitch  
Patchwork stitches, decorative  
stitching  
5.0  
2.5 - 7.0  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Smocking stitch  
Rick-rack stitch  
Decorative stitch  
Decorative stitch  
Hemstitching  
Smocking, decorative stitching  
Decorative top stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching and  
appliqué  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching  
5.5  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
5.0  
1.5 - 7.0  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Hemstitching  
Decorative hems and bridging  
stitch  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement and seaming  
stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
or decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Piecing stitch (Right)  
Piecing stitch (Middle)  
Piecing stitch (Left)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) right  
seam allowance  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
—
—
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) left  
seam allowance  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
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Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Key  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Hand-look quilting  
Quilting stitch made to look like  
hand quilting stitch  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
zigzag stitch  
Zigzag stitch for quilting and  
sewing on appliqué quilt pieces  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
stitch  
Quilting stitch for invisible  
appliqué or attaching binding  
1.5  
0.5 - 5.0  
1.8  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting stippling  
Background quilting  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0 - 7.0  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
■ Piecing  
Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called  
piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make  
sure the seam allowance is 6.5 mm (approx.  
1/4 inch).  
Stitch width when  
is selected  
a
Memo  
To change the width of the seam allowance, adjust the  
stitch width to change the needle position.  
J
b
Press  
“J”.  
or  
, and then attach presser foot  
a
b
a 6.5 mm (approx. 1/14 inch)  
b Align with left side of presser foot.  
Sew with the edge of the fabric aligned with  
the side of the presser foot.  
Memo  
• The stitch width refers to the needle position, not the  
width of the seam allowance.  
Stitch width when  
is selected  
• To change the needle position, press  
in the width display.  
or  
• After the stitch length and needle position are set as  
desired, the settings can be saved (see page 53).  
a
b
■ Piecing Using the 1/4" Quilting Foot with  
J
Guide  
This quilting foot can sew an accurate 1/4 inch  
or 1/8 inch seam allowance.  
It can be used for piecing together a quilt or for  
topstitching.  
a 6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)  
b Align with right side of presser foot.  
Press  
, and then attach the 1/4” piecing  
a
foot with guide.  
a
a Guide  
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Topstitching quilting, 1/8 inch  
Use the guide on the presser foot and the  
marks to sew accurate seam allowances.  
b
Sew with the edge of the fabric aligned with the left side  
of the presser foot end.  
Piecing a 1/4 inch seam allowance  
Sew keeping the edge of the fabrics against the guide.  
a
b
b
c
a Surface of fabric  
b Seam  
a
a Guide  
b 1/4 inch  
c 1/8 inch  
3
■ Quilting  
Sewing together the quilt top, batting, and backing is  
called quilting. You can sew the quilt with the  
walking foot to keep the quilt top, batting, and  
backing from sliding. The walking foot has a set of  
feed dogs that move together with the feed dogs in  
the needle plate during sewing.  
Memo  
For accurate fabric placement, refer to “Needle Plate  
and Needle Plate Cover Marks” on page 68.  
Creating an accurate seam allowance  
Use the mark on the foot to begin, end, or pivot 1/4 inch  
from edge of fabric.  
Follow the steps on page 34 to remove the  
presser foot.  
a
b
a
Loosen the screw of the presser foot holder to  
remove the presser foot holder.  
e
b
c
e
d
a Align this mark with edge of fabric to begin.  
b Beginning of stitching  
c End of stitching  
d Opposite edge of fabric to end or pivot  
e 1/4 inch  
Set the operation lever of the walking foot so  
that the needle clamp screw is set between  
the fork, and position the walking foot on the  
presser foot bar.  
c
Memo  
For details on pivoting, refer to “Pivoting” on page 47.  
b
d
c
a
a Operation lever  
b Needle clamp screw  
c Fork  
d Presser foot bar  
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Lower the presser foot lever. Tighten the  
Presser foot holder  
d
screw securely with the screwdriver.  
Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that  
the guide aligns with the seam that has  
already been sewn.  
b
Place one hand on each side of the walking  
foot to hold the fabric secure while sewing.  
e
Note  
• Sew at slow to medium speed.  
• Do not sew in reverse or use stitches that require  
side ways or reverse feeding.  
• Always check to be sure that your quilting surface is  
securely basted before beginning to sew. Specialized  
machine quilt needles and threads are also available  
for machine quilting.  
■ Appliqués  
The seam will blend in if transparent nylon thread is  
used for the upper thread.  
• If “AUTOMATIC FABRIC SENSOR SYSTEM” in the  
machine settings screen is set to “ON”, the fabric can  
be fed smoothly for best sewing results. For details on  
the automatic fabric sensor system, refer to  
Trace the pattern onto the appliqué fabric,  
and then cut around it.  
a
“Automatic Fabric Sensor System” on page 48.  
a
a Seam allowance: 3 to 5 mm  
Cut a piece of thick paper or stabilizer to the  
b
finished size of the appliqué design, place it  
on the back of the appliqué, and then fold  
over the seam allowance using an iron.  
■ Using the Quilting Guide  
Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are  
equally spaced.  
Turn the applique over and remove the  
stabilizer or paper. Pin or bast the applique  
on to the main fabric.  
Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the  
hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser  
foot holder.  
c
a
Walking foot  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “J”.  
d
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Check the needle drop point, and then sew  
along the edge of the appliqué while making  
sure that the needle drops slightly off the edge  
of the fabric.  
Set “WIDTH CONTROL” to “ON”. The  
sewing speed will be adjusted using the foot  
controller.  
e
e
a
a Needle drop point  
CAUTION  
•
Be careful that the needle does not strike a basting  
pin during sewing. Striking a pin can cause the  
needle to break, resulting in injury.  
3
Press  
.
f
g
■ Quilting with Satin Stitches  
Use the foot controller to sew with satin stitches. If  
you set the speed control slide to control the stitch  
width, you can make subtle changes in the stitch  
width during sewing.  
While sewing, slide the sewing speed  
controller to adjust the stitch width.  
Memo  
• Slide the controller to the left to make the width  
narrower. Slide the controller to the right to make the  
width wider.  
Connect the foot controller (see page 41).  
a
Press  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “J”.  
in the length display to shorten the  
b
c
• The stitch width is adjusted equally from the middle  
(center) needle position. (Stitches Q-08 and 1-11  
will adjust from the right, stitches Q-09 and 1-12 will  
adjust from the left.)  
stitch length.  
a
b
Memo  
A stitch length between 0.3 and 0.5 mm (approx. 1/64  
and 1/32 inch) is best for satin stitches, although this  
range varies depending on the type of fabric and  
thickness of thread used.  
a Narrower  
b Wider  
When you are finished sewing, set “WIDTH  
CONTROL” back to “OFF”.  
h
Press  
.
d
* Change the sewing speed controller to a stitch width  
controller.  
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Press  
to lower the feed dogs and to set  
■ Free-motion Quilting  
a
the machine to free-motion sewing mode.  
For free-motion quilting, use free-motion quilting  
foot “C” and free-motion open toe quilting foot “O”  
depending on the stitch that is selected, and set the  
machine to free-motion sewing mode. In this mode,  
the feed dogs are automatically lowered so the  
fabric can be moved freely, and the presser foot is  
raised to the necessary height for free-motion  
sewing.  
We recommend attaching the foot controller and  
sewing at a consistent speed.  
Using free-motion quilting foot “C”  
The free-motion quilting foot “C” is used for free-  
motion sewing using a straight stitch. Be sure to  
select a straight stitch with the middle (center)  
needle position  
or  
.
→ The feed dogs are lowered, and the quilting foot is  
raised to the necessary height for free-motion  
sewing.  
Select  
or  
.
b
→ When stitch Q-01 or 1-30 is selected, free-motion  
foot “C” is indicated in the upper-left corner of the  
screen.  
Free-motion quilting foot “C”  
Remove the presser foot holder (see page 59).  
c
d
Attach free-motion foot “C” at the front with  
the presser foot holder screw aligned with the  
notch in the quilting foot.  
CAUTION  
•
•
With free-motion quilting, control the feeding speed  
of the fabric to match the sewing speed. If the fabric  
is moved faster than the sewing speed, the needle  
may break or other damage may result.  
a
b
When using free-motion quilting foot “C”, be sure to  
select one of the patterns with a center needle  
position (Q-01 or 1-30). Using any other stitch may  
result in the needle striking the quilting foot, causing  
damage or injuries.  
a Presser foot holder screw  
b Notch  
Memo  
Note  
• When starting to sew, the internal sensor detects the  
thickness of the fabric, and the quilting foot is raised  
to the height specified in the machine settings  
Make sure that the quilting foot is not slanted.  
screen. Press  
, and then press  
or  
Hold the quilting foot in place with your right  
hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder  
screw using the screwdriver in your left hand.  
e
to change the value beside “FREE MOTION  
FOOT HEIGHT” on P. 2 of machine settings screen  
(see page 22). Increase the height that the quilting  
foot is raised, for example, when sewing highly  
elastic fabric, so that it is easier to sew.  
a Presser foot holder screw  
• In order to sew with a balanced tension, it may be  
necessary to adjust the upper thread tension (see  
page 45). Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric.  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the  
screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the  
quilting foot, causing it to bend or break.  
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Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and  
then move the fabric at a regular pace in  
order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-2.5  
mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length.  
Press  
to lower the feed dogs and to set  
f
a
the machine to free-motion sewing mode.  
a Stitch  
Press  
mode.  
to cancel the free-motion sewing  
g
3
Using free-motion open toe quilting foot “O”  
The free-motion open toe quilting foot “O” is used  
for free-motion quilting with zigzag or decorative  
stitches or for free-motion quilting of straight lines  
on fabric with an uneven thickness. Any stitch can  
be sewn with the free-motion open toe quilting foot  
“O”.  
→ The feed dogs are lowered, and the quilting foot is  
raised to the necessary height for free-motion  
sewing.  
Select a stitch.  
b
→ When stitch Q-01 or 1-30 is selected, free-motion  
quilting foot “C” is indicated in the upper-left corner  
of the screen. When the other stitches are selected,  
free-motion open toe quilting foot “O” is indicated  
in the screen.  
Free-motion open toe quilting foot “O”  
Remove the presser foot holder (see page 59).  
c
d
Note  
Attach free-motion quilting foot “O” by  
positioning the pin of the quilting foot above  
the needle clamp screw and aligning the  
lower-left of the quilting foot and the presser  
bar.  
Free-motion open toe quilting foot “O” can also be  
used with stitches used with free-motion foot “C” (Q-01  
or 1-30). We recommend using free-motion quilting  
foot “O” with free-motion sewing of fabrics of uneven  
thicknesses.  
1
Memo  
In order to sew with a balanced tension, it may be  
necessary to adjust the upper thread tension (see  
page 45). Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric.  
3
2
a Pin  
b Needle clamp screw  
c Presser bar  
Note  
Make sure that the quilting foot is not slanted.  
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Hold the quilting foot in place with your right  
hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder  
screw using the screwdriver in your left hand.  
■ Echo Quilting  
e
Sewing quilting lines at equal distances around a  
motif is called echo quilting. The quilting lines,  
which appear as ripples echoing off the motif, are  
the distinguishing characteristic of this quilting style.  
Use the free-motion echo quilting foot “E” for echo  
quilting. Using the measurement on the presser foot  
as a guide, sew around the motif at a fixed interval.  
We recommend attaching the foot controller and  
sewing at a consistent speed.  
a Presser foot holder screw  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the  
screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the  
quilting foot, causing it to bend or break.  
Free-motion echo quilting foot “E” measurement  
Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and  
then move the fabric at a regular pace in  
order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-2.5  
mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length.  
f
a Stitch  
a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)  
b 9.5 mm (approx. 3/8 inch)  
Press  
to cancel the free-motion sewing  
g
mode.  
CAUTION  
•
With free-motion quilting, control the feeding  
speed of the fabric to match the sewing speed. If the  
fabric is moved faster than the sewing speed, the  
needle may break or other damage may result.  
Memo  
• When starting to sew, the internal sensor detects the  
thickness of the fabric, and the quilting foot is raised  
to the height specified in the machine settings  
screen. Press  
, and then press  
or  
to change the value beside “FREE MOTION  
FOOT HEIGHT” on P. 2 of machine settings screen  
(see page 22). Increase the height that the quilting  
foot is raised, for example, when sewing highly  
elastic fabric, so that it is easier to sew.  
• In order to sew with a balanced tension, it may be  
necessary to adjust the upper thread tension (see  
page 45). Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric.  
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Press  
to lower the feed dogs and to set  
Tighten the screw.  
a
f
the machine to free-motion sewing mode.  
Using the measurement on the quilting foot as  
a guide, sew around the motif.  
g
3
Select a straight stitch with the middle  
(center) needle position or  
b
.
Follow the steps on page 34 “Removing the  
Presser Foot” to remove the presser foot.  
c
d
Loosen the presser foot holder screw, and  
then remove the screw and the presser foot  
holder.  
a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch)  
Finished project  
Position the free-motion echo quilting foot  
“E” on the left side of the presser bar with the  
holes in the quilting foot and presser bar  
aligned.  
e
Press  
mode.  
to cancel the free-motion sewing  
h
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Straight Stitches  
Note  
When using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot “J”.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Straight stitch (Left)  
General sewing, gather, pintuck,  
etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 0.0  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
pressing “Reverse/  
(0)  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Straight stitch (Left)  
General sewing, gather, pintuck,  
etc. Reinforcement stitch is sewn 0.0  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
while pressing “Reverse/  
(0)  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Straight stitch  
(Middle)  
General sewing, gather, pintuck,  
etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 3.5  
pressing “Reverse/  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/8)  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Straight stitch  
(Middle)  
General sewing, gather, pintuck,  
etc. Reinforcement stitch is sewn 3.5  
while pressing “Reverse/  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/8)  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Triple stretch stitch  
Stretch stitch  
General sewing for  
reinforcement and decorative  
topstitching  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforced stitching, sewing and  
decorative applications  
1.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/16 - 1/8)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitch  
Basting stitch  
Decorative stitching, top  
stitching  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Basting  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
20.0  
5.0 - 30.0  
NO  
(3/4) (3/16 - 1-3/16)  
.
J
J
a
b
a
b
a Left needle position  
a Reverse stitch  
b Middle (center) needle position  
b Reinforcement stitch  
Memo  
“
” at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key indicates that reverse stitches are sewn when the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed. “ ” at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key indicates that reinforcement  
stitches are sewn when the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed.  
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Select a stitch.  
At the end of the stitching, hold the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button pressed to sew  
reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches).  
a
f
Press the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the  
threads.  
g
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically sew  
reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) at the  
beginning of stitching. When the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed at the end of  
stitching, the machine will automatically sew reverse  
stitches (or reinforcement stitches) and cut the thread.  
Attach presser foot “J”.  
b
c
3
Hold the thread ends and the fabric with your  
left hand, and turn the handwheel toward you  
with your right hand to insert the needle into  
the fabric at the starting point of the stitching.  
a
a Starting point of stitching  
Lower the presser foot lever.  
d
e
Hold the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button pressed to sew reverse stitches (or  
reinforcement stitches), and then press the  
“Start/Stop” button to start sewing slowly.  
a
a Reverse stitches  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or  
any other objects, during sewing. The thread could  
tangle or the needle could break, causing injury.  
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■ Changing the Needle Position (Left or  
Middle Needle Position Stitches Only)  
When you select left or middle (center) needle  
■ Needle Plate and Needle Plate Cover Marks  
For a standard 16 mm (approx. 5/8 inch) seam  
allowance, set the width to 3.5 mm on the screen.  
While sewing, align the edge of the fabric with the  
5/8 inch (approx. 16mm) mark on the needle plate.  
position stitches, you can use  
and  
in the  
stitch width display to change the position of the  
needle. Match the distance from the right edge of  
the presser foot to the needle with the stitch width,  
then align the edge of the presser foot with the edge  
of the fabric during sewing for an attractive finish.  
b
d
J
Memo  
e
When  
appears in the stitch width display,  
select a different straight stitch.  
a
f
g
a
c
a 5/8 inch (approx. 16 mm)  
b For stitches with a middle (center) needle position  
c For stitches with a left needle position  
d Middle (center) needle position <inch>  
e Middle (center) needle position <cm>  
f Middle (center) needle position <inch>  
g Left needle position <inch>  
a Stitch width  
■ Basting  
J
J
J
J
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “J”.  
a
b
Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button to sew reinforcement stitches at the  
beginning of the stitching.  
12.0 mm  
(approx.  
1/2 inch)  
8.5 mm  
(approx.  
11/32 inch)  
6.5 mm  
(approx.  
1/4 inch)  
5.0 mm  
(approx.  
3/16 inch)  
Memo  
The stitch length can be set between 5 mm and 30 mm  
(approx. 3/16 and 1-3/16 inches).  
a
a Between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and 30 mm  
(approx. 1-3/16 inches)  
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Sew while lightly guiding the fabric.  
c
Darts Seams  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “J”.  
a
b
Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button to sew reverse stitches at the  
beginning of the stitching, and then sew from  
the wide end to the narrow end without  
stretching the fabric.  
Memo  
* If the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching  
setting is selected before sewing, reverse stitches  
will be sewn at the beginning of the stitching.  
This is easy to do if the foot controller is used  
(see page 41).  
End the basting with reinforcement stitches.  
a
d
3
a Basting  
Without sewing reverse stitches at the end of  
the stitching, pull out 50 mm (approx. 1-15/  
16 inches) of the threads, cut them, and then  
tie the two ends together.  
c
Insert the ends of the thread into the dart  
with a sewing needle.  
d
Iron the dart to one side.  
e
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Pull the bobbin threads to create the desired  
amount of gathering, and then tie the threads.  
e
Gathering  
Sew gathers on sleeves, the waist of a gathered skirt,  
etc.  
Select a straight stitch, and then attach  
presser foot “J”.  
a
Smooth the gathers by ironing them.  
f
Sew along the seam line, and then remove the  
basting stitch.  
g
Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx.  
b
3/16 inch) and the thread tension to 2.0  
(weaker tension).  
Flat Fell Seams  
Use flat fell seams to reinforce seams and finish edges  
neatly.  
Memo  
If you press  
, then  
, the stitch  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “J”.  
length is automatically set to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/16  
inch) and the thread tension is automatically set to 2.0.  
a
b
Align the fabric with right sides together, sew  
the seam line, and then cut off half the seam  
allowance from the side on which the flat fell  
seam will lie.  
Pull out 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) of  
both the upper and bobbin threads (see  
“Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread” on page 28).  
c
* If the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching and  
automatic thread cutting settings are selected before  
sewing, reverse stitches will automatically be sewn  
at the beginning and end of the stitching and the  
thread will be cut.  
a
a
b
c
a Upper thread  
b Bobbin thread  
c 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches)  
b
Sew a row of straight stitches along each side  
of the seam line, pull out 50 mm  
a About 12 mm (approx. 1/2 inch)  
b Wrong side of fabric  
d
(1-15/16 inches) of the upper and bobbin  
threads, and then cut the threads.  
Spread out the fabric along the seam line.  
c
b
a
c
a 10 to 15 mm (approx. 3/8 to 9/16 inch)  
b Seam line  
c 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches)  
a
a Wrong side of fabric  
b Seam line  
b
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Lay both seam allowances on the side of the  
shorter one (cut seam allowance) and iron  
them flat.  
d
Pintucks  
Use pin tucks to decorate blouses.  
a
Mark the positions of the folds on the wrong  
side of the fabric.  
a
a Wrong side of fabric  
a
Fold the longer seam allowance around the  
shorter one, and then sew along the edge of  
the fold.  
e
a Wrong side of fabric  
Turn the fabric over, and then iron only the  
folds with the tip of the iron.  
b
3
a
a
a
a Wrong side of fabric  
Finished flat fell seam  
a Surface of fabric  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “I”.  
c
d
a
a
Attach the pin on the right side of presser foot  
“I” to the presser foot holder, and then sew  
along the folds.  
* If the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching and  
automatic thread cutting settings are selected before  
sewing, reverse stitches will automatically be sewn  
at the beginning and end of the stitching and the  
thread will be cut.  
a Surface of fabric  
c
b
a
I
a Wrong side of fabric  
b Surface of fabric  
c Width of pin tuck  
Iron the folds in the same direction.  
e
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Zigzag Stitches  
Zigzag stitches are useful for a variety of applications, including overcasting and sewing appliqués and patchwork.  
Note  
When using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot “J”.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Zigzag stitch (Middle)  
For overcasting, mending.  
Reverse stitch is sewn while  
pressing “Reverse/  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
OK  
( J )  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Zigzag stitch (Middle)  
For overcasting, mending.  
Reinforcement stitch is sewn  
while pressing “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
OK  
( J )  
Zigzag stitch (Right)  
Zigzag stitch (Left)  
Start from right needle position,  
zigzag sew at left.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
1.4  
0.3 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Start from left needle position,  
zigzag sew at right.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
1.4  
0.3 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot  
“J”.  
■ Overcasting  
a
Sew while making sure that the needle drops slightly  
off the edge of the fabric.  
a
a Needle drop point  
■ Appliqués  
Attach the appliqué using starch or basting, and then  
sew along the edge of the appliqué, making sure that  
the needle drops slightly off the edge.  
Memo  
“
“ at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key  
indicates that reverse stitches are sewn when the  
“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed. “  
at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key  
indicates that reinforcement stitches are sewn when  
“
the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed.  
Memo  
For additional applique instructions, see page 60.  
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Snap the cord guide bobbin cover into place,  
making sure that the gimp thread can be fed  
freely.  
■ Patchwork (Crazy Quilts)  
c
Turn back the desired width of fabric, place it over a  
different piece of fabric, and then sew the two fabric  
pieces together so the stitching bridges both pieces.  
* Make sure there are no restrictions when feeding the  
thread.  
■ Sewing Curves  
Shorten the stitch length setting to obtain a fine  
stitch. Sew slowly, keeping the seams parallel with  
the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the  
curve.  
Set the zigzag width from 2.0-2.5 mm  
(approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch).  
d
3
Attach presser foot “N”.  
e
f
Position the fabric right side up on top of the  
cord and place the cord to the rear of the  
machine under the presser foot.  
b
a
N
■ Using the Cord Guide Bobbin Cover  
Remove the bobbin cover from the machine  
(see page 28).  
a
a Fabric (right side)  
b Gimp thread  
Thread gimp thread through the hole in the  
b
cord guide bobbin cover from top to bottom.  
Position the thread in the notch at the back of  
the cord guide bobbin cover.  
Lower the presser foot and start sewing to  
make a decorative finish.  
g
* For easy thread flow through the notch, the gimp  
thread should not exceed 1.5 mm (approx. 1/16  
inch) in diameter.  
a
b
a Notch  
b Gimp thread  
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Elastic Zigzag Stitches  
Use elastic zigzag stitches for a wide variety of applications, including overcasting, tape attaching, and darning.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
2 step elastic zigzag  
For overcasting (medium weight  
and stretch fabrics), attaching  
tape and elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
3 step elastic zigzag  
For overcasting (medium,  
heavyweight and stretch fabrics),  
attaching tape and elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot  
“J”.  
■ Tape/Elastic Attaching  
a
Stretch the tape or elastic flat. While stretching the  
tape or elastic flat, sew the tape or elastic to the  
fabric.  
a
a Tape/elastic  
■ Overcasting  
Use this stitch to sew overcasting on the edge of  
stretch fabrics. Sew while making sure that the  
needle drops slightly off the edge of the fabric.  
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Overcasting  
Sew overcasting at the beginning and end of seams for skirts or pants, and at the beginning and end of all cuttings.  
Depending on the selected stitch, use presser foot “G” or “J” or the optional side cutter attachment.  
■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “G”  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcing of light and medium  
weight fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
2.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcing of heavyweight  
fabric  
5.0  
2.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (3/32 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforcing of medium,  
heavyweight and easily frayed  
fabrics or decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
3
(1/8 - 3/16)  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot  
“G”.  
a
CAUTION  
•
After the stitch width is adjusted, turn the handwheel  
toward you by hand and check that the needle does  
not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the  
presser foot, the needle may break and cause injury.  
G
a
a The needle should not touch  
•
If the presser foot is raised to its highest level, the  
needle may strike the presser foot.  
Lower the presser foot so that the presser foot  
guide is flush against the edge of the fabric.  
b
Sew along the presser foot guide.  
c
a
a Presser foot guide  
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■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J”  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforced seaming of stretch  
fabric  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 9/32)  
2.5  
0.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcing of medium stretch  
fabric and heavyweight fabric,  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 9/32)  
2.5  
0.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
or decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Stretch knit seam  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement and seaming  
stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.8  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot  
“J”.  
a
Sew while making sure that the needle drops  
slightly off the edge of the fabric.  
b
Memo  
For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease  
the pressure of the presser foot.  
a
a Needle drop point  
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■ Overcasting Using the Optional Side Cutter  
By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric.  
CAUTION  
•
Make sure to only select one of the stitches listed below. Using another stitch may cause the needle to hit the presser  
foot and break, possibly causing injury.  
Memo  
Thread the needle manually when using the side cutter, or only attach the side cutter after threading the needle using the  
needle threader.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
3
With side cutter  
Straight stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 2.5  
(0 - 3/32)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
With side cutter  
With side cutter  
With side cutter  
Zigzag stitch while cutting fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Follow the steps on page 34 to remove the  
presser foot.  
Position the side cutter so that the side cutter  
pin is aligned with the notch in the presser  
foot holder, and then lower the presser foot.  
a
c
Position the fork on the side cutter’s  
operating lever onto the needle clamp screw.  
b
a
b
b
a
a Notch in presser foot holder  
b Pin  
a Needle clamp screw  
b Operating lever  
→ The side cutter is attached.  
Memo  
Make sure that the fork of the operating lever is set  
onto the needle clamp screw firmly.  
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Select a stitch.  
Start sewing.  
d
h
→ A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn.  
Note  
If the width has been adjusted, turn the handwheel by  
hand to check that the needle does not touch the side  
cutter. If the needle touches the side cutter, it might  
cause the needle to break.  
Make a cut of approximately 20 mm (approx.  
3/4 inch) in the fabric.  
e
■ When Sewing Straight Stitches While Using  
the Optional Side Cutter  
The seam margin should be approximately 5 mm  
(approx. 3/16 inch).  
a
a
a 20 mm (approx. 3/4 inch)  
Position the fabric so that the right side of the  
cut is on top of the guide plate and the left  
side of the cut is underneath the presser foot.  
f
a Seam margin  
Memo  
a
• The fabric will not be cut if the whole fabric is simply  
spread out underneath the presser foot guide plate.  
Set the fabric as explained in step  
previous section, and then start sewing.  
f
from the  
b
a Guide plate (lower knife)  
b Presser foot  
Thread the needle manually and pull out a  
long section of the upper thread. Pass it below  
the presser foot and pull it out in the fabric  
feed direction.  
g
• One layer of 13 oz. denim can be cut.  
• Clean the side cutter after use to avoid having dust  
and scraps of thread build up on it.  
b
• Add a small amount of oil as required to the cutting  
edge of the cutter.  
a
a Presser foot  
b Upper thread  
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Blind Hem Stitches  
Select a blind hem stitch to sew the hems or cuffs of dresses, blouses, pants, or skirts.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
00  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Blind hem stitch  
Hemming woven fabrics  
2.0  
1.0 - 3.5  
3← − →3  
3← − →3  
NO  
NO  
(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
Blind hem stitch  
Hemming stretch fabric  
2.0  
1.0 - 3.5  
00  
(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
Select a stitch.  
Fold the fabric again, as shown.  
a
c
3
Memo  
a
b
For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease  
the pressure of the presser foot.  
c
d
c
a 5 mm  
b 5 mm  
c Basting  
d Wrong side of fabric  
Attach presser foot “R”, and then lower the  
presser foot so that the presser foot guide is  
flush against the fold of the fabric.  
d
Place the fabric wrong side up, and then fold  
and baste the fabric as shown.  
b
a
a
b
b
c
a Presser foot guide  
b Fold  
a 5 mm  
b Wrong side of fabric  
c Basting  
Sew while keeping the fold in the fabric against  
the presser foot guide.  
e
R
a
b
a Needle position  
b Presser foot guide  
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Remove the basting, and then turn over the  
fabric.  
f
Appliqués  
Use a temporary spray adhesive or basting to  
attach the appliqué to the fabric.  
a
b
a
a
a Wrong side of fabric  
b Surface of fabric  
b
Memo  
a Appliqué  
b Fabric glue  
Blind hem stitches cannot be sewn if the needle does  
not catch the fold on the left side. However, if the  
needle catches too much of the fold, the fabric cannot  
be unfolded and too much of the seam will appear on  
the surface of the fabric, leaving an unattractive finish.  
If either of these occur, follow the instructions below to  
correct the problem.  
Press  
or  
.
b
Memo  
• Adjust the stitch width and length according to the  
shape, size and fabric quality of the appliqué (see  
page 44).  
■ If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fold  
Press  
in the width display so that the needle  
• For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
slightly catches the fold.  
Attach presser foot “J”, and then sew along  
the edge of the appliqué, making sure that the  
needle drops slightly off the edge.  
c
■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of the Fold  
a
Press  
in the width display so that the needle  
a Appliqué  
slightly catches the fold.  
a
a Needle drop point  
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Attach presser foot “J”, and then sew along  
the edge of the fabric, making sure that the  
needle drops slightly off the edge.  
■ Sewing Sharp Curves  
d
Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric  
outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot and turn  
the fabric a little bit at a time while sewing for an  
attractive finish to the seam.  
The pivot setting is useful when changing the sewing  
direction. When the machine is stopped at the  
corner of the fabric, the machine stops with the  
needle in the fabric and the presser foot is  
automatically raised so the fabric can easily be  
rotated (see “Pivoting” on page 47).  
3
a
Shell Tuck Stitching  
a Needle drop point  
Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks  
down to one side.  
The arched tuck that looks like shells lined up in a row  
is called a shell tuck. In addition to edging, this  
decorative stitching can be used on the neckline or  
sleeves of dresses and blouses.  
e
Press  
.
a
Memo  
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
Increase the thread tension for an attractive  
scalloped finish to the shell tuck stitching.  
b
Scalloping  
Scallop stitching (wave-shaped running stitching) can  
be used to decorate the edges of blouse collars and  
handkerchiefs.  
Memo  
If the thread tension is too loose, the shell tuck  
stitching will not scallop.  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “N”.  
Fold the fabric in half along the bias.  
a
c
Memo  
• If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically sew  
reinforcement stitches at the beginning of stitching.  
When the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is  
pressed at the end of stitching, the machine will  
automatically sew reinforcement stitches and cut the  
thread.  
ÅB  
• For best results, apply starch and iron the fabric  
before sewing.  
Note  
Use a thin fabric.  
• For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
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Leave a seam when sewing the scallop  
Turn the fabric over so the right side faces up,  
and then sew over the seam with the center of  
the presser foot aligned with the seam.  
b
c
stitches so that the pattern is not sewn  
directly on the edge of the fabric.  
* Select one of the following stitches.  
Note  
Sew test stitches on the fabric before sewing on your  
project.  
a
a Surface of fabric  
Smocking  
Trim along the seam, making sure not to cut  
the stitches.  
c
The decorative stitching created by sewing over gathers  
is called smocking. It is used to decorate the front of  
blouses or cuffs.  
Select a straight stitch, and then attach  
presser foot “J”.  
a
Note  
Make sure that the automatic reverse/reinforcement  
stitching and automatic thread cutting settings are not  
selected.  
Top Stitching  
Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx.  
b
3/16 inch) and the thread tension to 2.0  
(loose tension).  
For a decorative effect in a crazy quilt, stitches can be  
sewn over a pressed seam allowance.  
Pull out 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) of  
both the upper and bobbin threads.  
Select a straight stitch, and then attach  
presser foot “J”.  
c
a
Sew stitching 10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch) apart.  
With right sides together, sew two pieces of  
fabric, and then open the seam allowances.  
d
b
a
d
a
b
b
c
a Approximately 10mm (approx. 3/8 inch)  
a 6.5 mm (1/4inch)  
b Wrong side of fabric  
c Straight stitch  
d Seam allowance  
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Pull the bobbin threads to create the desired  
amount of gather, and then smooth the  
gathers by ironing them.  
e
Fagoting  
Stitching across an open seam is called fagoting. It is  
used on blouses and children’s clothing.  
Separate the two pieces of fabric by about  
a
4 mm (approx. 3/16 inch), and baste them  
onto thin paper.  
a
b
Press  
or  
.
f
c
Memo  
3
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
a 4 mm  
b Thin paper  
c Basting  
Sew between the straight stitches.  
g
Press  
or  
, and then set the stitch width  
b
to the maximum (7.0 mm).  
Memo  
J
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
Attach presser foot “J”, and then sew with the  
presser foot centered between the two pieces  
of fabric.  
c
Pull out the straight stitch threads.  
h
Memo  
This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is  
used.  
a
a Basting  
When you are finished sewing, gently tear off  
the paper.  
d
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Press  
or  
.
f
Tape or Elastic Attaching  
Memo  
Elastic tape is sewn onto the fabric unstretched.  
For details on the stitches, refer to “Stitch Setting  
Chart” at the end of this manual.  
Select a straight stitch, and then attach  
presser foot “J”.  
a
While pulling the elastic tape so that it is  
about the same length as the fabric, pull the  
fabric at the pin nearest the front of the  
presser foot with your right hand, and feed  
the fabric behind the presser foot with your  
left hand according to the feeding speed.  
g
Note  
Make sure that the automatic reverse/reinforcement  
stitching and automatic thread cutting settings are not  
selected.  
Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx.  
b
3/16 inch) and the thread tension to 2.0  
(weaker tension).  
Memo  
This is easy to do if the foot controller is used.  
Pull out 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) of  
both the upper and bobbin threads (see  
c
“Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread” on page 28).  
a
b
c
a Upper thread  
b Bobbin thread  
c 50 mm  
Sew two rows of straight stitches on the  
d
surface of the fabric, and then pull the bobbin  
threads to create the desired amount of  
gather.  
CAUTION  
•
Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or  
any other objects, during sewing. The thread could  
tangle or the needle could break, causing injury.  
Pull out the threads for the straight stitches.  
h
Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the  
e
fabric with the elastic tape evenly positioned  
on the gathers.  
a
a Elastic tape  
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Select a stitch, attach presser foot “N”, and  
then start sewing.  
b
Heirloom Stitching  
* Select a stitch between 3-01 and 3-22.  
Drawn Work (1  
By sewing with the wing needle sold separately, the  
needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like  
decorative stitch.  
This stitching is used to decorate tablecloths, hems, and  
shirt fronts.  
■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch)  
3
CAUTION  
Note  
•
•
The needle threader cannot be used. Thread the wing  
needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle  
threader may result in damage to the machine.  
A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use a  
“130/705H Wing” needle when sewing these  
patterns. If using a wing needle and the stitch width  
has been set manually, check that the needle will not  
touch the presser foot by carefully rotating the  
handwheel before starting sewing.  
For best results, use lightweight to medium weight  
homespun fabrics with a slight stretch.  
Insert the wing needle (130/705H, size 100/  
16).  
a
Note  
The needle threader cannot be used. Manually pass  
the thread through the eye of the needle from the front.  
If the needle threader is used, damage to the machine  
may result.  
Memo  
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
■ Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))  
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Pull out several threads from the fabric to  
leave a 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) area open.  
■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))  
a
Memo  
For best result, use loosely woven fabrics.  
Memo  
Drawn work can also be sewn using the wing needle  
(sold separately).  
Pull out several threads from both sides of a 4  
a
mm (approx. 3/16 inch) area left unopened,  
as shown in the illustration.  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “N”.  
b
Memo  
a
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
With the surface of the fabric facing up, sew  
along the right edge of the open area.  
b
c
c
a Pulled out thread  
b Pulled out area  
c Approximately 4 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) remaining  
N
Press  
.
b
Memo  
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
Press  
to create a mirror image of the  
d
e
stitch.  
Attach presser foot “N”, and then sew along  
the center of the unopened area.  
c
Sew along the left edge of the open area so  
that the stitching looks symmetrical.  
N
N
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Buttonhole Stitches  
Select the desired buttonhole stitch according to your application and the size of the button.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Narrow rounded  
buttonhole  
Buttonhole on light to medium  
weight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Wide round ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes with extra space for  
larger buttons  
5.5  
(7/32)  
3.5 - 5.5  
(1/8 - 7/32)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Tapered round ended  
buttonhole  
Reinforced waist tapered  
buttonholes  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Round ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes with vertical bar  
tack in heavyweight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
3
Round double ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes for fine, medium to  
heavyweight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Narrow squared  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes for light to medium  
weight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Stretch buttonhole  
Buttonholes for stretch or woven  
fabrics  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
3.0 - 6.0  
1.0  
0.5 - 2.0  
(1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/32 - 1/16)  
Heirloom buttonhole  
Buttonholes for heirloom and  
stretch fabrics  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
3.0 - 6.0  
1.5  
1.0 - 3.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
Bound buttonhole  
Keyhole buttonhole  
The first step in making bound  
buttonholes  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 6.0  
(0 - 15/64)  
2.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Buttonholes in heavyweight or  
thick fabrics for larger flat  
buttons  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Tapered keyhole  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes in medium to heavy  
weight fabrics for larger flat  
buttons  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
NO  
NO  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Keyhole buttonhole  
Buttonholes with vertical bar  
tack for reinforcement in  
heavyweight or thick fabrics  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.  
a
a
a
a
a Reinforcement stitching  
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Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot  
“A”.  
Hold the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
toward the back with your finger, and then  
lower the presser foot so that the mark on the  
fabric aligns with the marks on the buttonhole  
foot.  
a
b
d
Mark the position and length of the  
buttonhole on the fabric.  
a
Memo  
The maximum buttonhole length is 28 mm (approx. 1-  
1/6 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button).  
b
a Mark on fabric  
b Marks on presser foot  
Note  
• Slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
backward as far as possible, making sure that there  
is no gap behind the part of the foot marked “A”, as  
shown in the illustration. If the buttonhole foot is not  
slid back as far as possible, the buttonhole will not  
be sewn at the correct size.  
Pull out the button holder plate on the presser  
foot, and then insert the button that will be  
put through the buttonhole.  
c
• Pass the thread under the presser foot.  
* The size of the buttonhole is set by clamping the  
button in the button holder plate.  
Note  
Pass the thread under the presser foot.  
Pull down the buttonhole lever.  
e
* The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind  
the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot, as shown  
in the illustration.  
a
a
a Button holder plate  
a Buttonhole lever  
a
a Metal bracket  
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Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and  
then start sewing.  
Insert a pin along the inside of a bar tack at  
the end of the buttonhole, and then insert the  
seam ripper into the center of the buttonhole  
and cut towards the pin.  
f
g
* Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then  
stops.  
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically cut  
the thread at the end of stitching.  
Note  
Be careful not to cut the stitches with the seam ripper.  
a
b
3
→ A buttonhole starts to sew from the front of the  
presser foot to the back.  
a Pin  
b Seam ripper  
Note  
CAUTION  
• If the fabric does not feed, for example, because it is  
too thick, press  
in the length display to  
•
When using the seam ripper to open the buttonhole,  
do not put your hand or finger in the path of the  
ripper. The ripper may slip and cause injury.  
increase the stitch length.  
• When sewing is finished, raise the buttonhole lever  
to its original position.  
For keyhole buttonholes, use the included eyelet  
punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the  
buttonhole. Then, insert a pin along the inside of the  
bar tack, insert a seam ripper into the hole made  
with the eyelet punch, and then cut towards the pin.  
a
b
a Pin  
b Eyelet punch  
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■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics  
■ Buttons That Do Not Fit into the Button  
When sewing a buttonhole on stretch fabrics, press  
Holder Plate  
Use the markings on the presser foot scale to set the  
size of the buttonhole. The distance between the  
markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (approx.  
3/16 inch).  
Add together the diameter and thickness of the  
button, and then set the button holder plate to the  
calculated value.  
or  
, and use a gimp thread.  
Hook the gimp thread onto the back of  
buttonhole foot “A”, and then pull the ends of  
the gimp thread under the presser foot. Pass  
the thread ends through the grooves at the  
front of the presser foot, and then temporarily  
tie them.  
a
a
* Use #5 embroidery thread or lace yarn for the gimp  
thread.  
b
c
d
a Button holder plate  
b Presser foot scale  
a
c Finished measurement (diameter + thickness)  
d 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch)  
a Upper thread  
Example: For a button with a diameter of 15 mm  
(approx. 9/16 inch) and a thickness of  
10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch), the scale  
Lower the presser foot lever, and then start  
sewing.  
b
should be set at 25 mm (approx. 1 inch).  
* Set the stitch width to the width of the gimp thread.  
a
b
a Thickness: 10 mm (approx. 3/8 inch)  
b Diameter: 15 mm (approx. 9/16 inch)  
When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp  
thread to remove any slack, and then use a  
handsewing needle with a large eye to pull  
the gimp thread to the wrong side of the  
fabric.  
c
Tie the ends together, and then trim the  
excess.  
d
* After using the seam ripper to cut the threads sewn  
over the buttonhole, trim the threads.  
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■ Darning  
Use darning stitches for mending and other applications.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Darning  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Darning of medium weight fabric  
7.0  
2.5 - 7.0  
2.0  
0.4 - 2.5  
NO  
NO  
(1/4)  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Darning  
Darning of heavyweight fabric  
7.0  
2.5 - 7.0  
2.0 0.4 - 2.5  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
(1/4)  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
Darning is sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.  
a
3
a
a Reinforcement stitching  
Select a stitch.  
Hold the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
toward the back with your finger, and then  
lower the presser foot so that it aligns with  
the area to be darned.  
a
b
c
Set the scale on buttonhole foot “A” to the  
desired length of the darning, and then attach  
the buttonhole foot.  
Memo  
The maximum length for darning is 28 mm (approx. 1-  
1/16 inches).  
a
Note  
b
• Slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
backward as far as possible, making sure that there  
is no gap behind the part of the foot marked “A”, as  
shown in the illustration. If the buttonhole foot is not  
slid back as far as possible, the darning will not be  
sewn at the correct size.  
d
c
a Presser foot scale  
• Pass the thread under the presser foot.  
b Finished measurement  
c 7 mm wide (approx. 1/4 inch)  
d 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch)  
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Pull down the buttonhole lever.  
Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and  
then start sewing.  
d
e
* The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind  
the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot, as shown  
in the illustration.  
* Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then  
stops.  
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically cut  
the thread at the end of stitching.  
a
a Buttonhole lever  
Note  
If the fabric does not feed, for example, because it is  
a
too thick, press  
the stitch length.  
in the length display to increase  
a Metal bracket  
Bar Tacks  
Bar tacks are one type of reinforcement stitching used to strengthen points subject to strain, such as ends of pocket  
openings and slits.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Stitch Name  
Presser  
Foot  
Applications  
Twin  
Needle  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Bar tack  
Reinforcement at opening of  
pocket, etc.  
2.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/16 - 1/8)  
0.4  
0.3 - 1.0  
NO  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Press  
.
a
Set the scale on buttonhole foot “A” to the  
desired length of the darning, and then attach  
the buttonhole foot.  
b
a
b
c
Memo  
The bar tack length can be set between 5 and 28 mm  
(approx. 3/16 and 1-1/16 inches). Bar tacks are usually  
between 5 and 10 mm (approx. 3/16 and 3/8 inch)  
(This differs depending on the application.)  
a Presser foot scale  
b Finished measurement  
c 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch)  
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Position the fabric so that the opening of the  
pocket moves toward you during sewing.  
Hold the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
toward the back with your finger, check the  
first needle drop point, and then lower the  
presser foot.  
Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and  
then start sewing.  
c
e
* Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then  
stops.  
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically cut  
the thread at the end of stitching.  
3
■ Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics  
Place a piece of folded fabric or cardboard beside  
the fabric being sewn to level the buttonhole foot  
and allow for easier feeding.  
a
a First needle drop point: 2 mm (approx. 1/16 inch)  
a
Note  
• Slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot  
backward as far as possible, making sure that there  
is no gap behind the part of the foot marked “A”, as  
shown in the illustration. If the buttonhole foot is not  
slid back as far as possible, the bar tack will not be  
sewn at the correct size.  
b
a Presser foot  
b Thick fabric  
• Pass the thread under the presser foot.  
Note  
If the fabric does not feed, for example, because it is  
too thick, press  
the stitch length.  
in the length display to increase  
Pull down the buttonhole lever.  
d
* The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind  
the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot, as shown  
in the illustration.  
a
a Buttonhole lever  
a
a Metal bracket  
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Button Sewing  
Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be sewn on.  
Note  
Make sure that the automatic thread cutting setting is not selected when sewing on buttons.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Button sewing  
Applications  
Attaching buttons  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
3.5  
2.5 - 4.5  
—
—
NO  
(1/8)  
(3/32 - 3/16)  
Press  
.
Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and  
then start sewing.  
a
e
* Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops.  
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically cut  
the thread at the end of stitching.  
→
automatically changes to  
dogs are lowered.  
, and the feed  
Memo  
Note  
When button sewing is selected,  
cannot be set.  
• To attach the button more securely, repeat the  
procedure.  
• Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the  
holes in the button.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
b
c
Attach button fitting foot “M”, slide the  
button along the metal plate and into the  
presser foot, and then lower the presser foot  
lever.  
With scissors, cut the upper and bobbin  
threads at the beginning of the stitching, 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.  
f
a
b
Memo  
a Button  
b Metal plate  
If a different stitch is selected,  
setting.  
returns to its original  
Turn the handwheel toward you to check that  
the needle correctly goes into the holes of the  
button without touching it.  
d
CAUTION  
•
Make sure the needle does not strike the button  
during sewing. The needle may break and cause  
injury.  
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When sewing is finished, pull the two ends of  
the upper thread between the button and the  
fabric, wind them around the shank, and then  
tie them together.  
■ Attaching a 4-Hole Button  
b
Sew the two holes toward the front. Then, raise the  
presser foot, move the fabric so that the needle goes  
into the back two holes, and then sew them in the  
same way.  
Tie the ends of the bobbin thread together at  
the beginning and end of the stitching on the  
wrong side of the fabric  
c
■ Attaching a Button with a Shank  
Pull the shank lever toward you.  
a
3
a
a Shank lever  
Eyelets  
Eyelets can be used for making belt holes and other similar applications.  
Stitch width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Eyelet  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
For making eyelets, holes on  
belts, etc.  
7.0  
7.0 6.0 5.0  
7.0  
7.0 6.0 5.0  
NO  
(1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16) (1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16)  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “N”.  
Lower the needle into the fabric at the  
beginning of the stitching, lower the presser  
foot lever, and then start sewing.  
a
c
Press  
or  
or  
in the width display or  
b
* Reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn at the  
end of the stitching.  
in the length display to set the size of  
* If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected  
before sewing, the machine will automatically cut  
the thread at the end of stitching.  
the eyelet.  
7 mm  
6 mm  
5 mm  
a
a Starting point of stitching  
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Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the  
center of the stitching.  
Press  
, and then attach presser foot “N”.  
d
c
Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight  
Stitch and Zigzag Stitch)  
Memo  
Use these stitches to attach patches or emblems to pant  
legs, shirt sleeves, etc.  
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
Memo  
Insert the needle into the fabric at the starting  
point of the stitching, and then sew seam 1.  
d
Pass the free arm through the tubular piece of fabric,  
and then sew in the order shown in the illustration.  
4
a
3
1
2
Remove the flat bed attachment to enable  
free-arm sewing.  
a
a Starting point of stitching  
Press  
, and then sew seam 2.  
e
* The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric  
with your hands to sew straight.  
Pass the free arm through the fabric.  
b
Press  
, and then sew seam 3.  
f
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Press  
, and then sew seam 4.  
Press open the seam allowance, align the  
seam with the center of the zipper, and then  
baste the zipper in place.  
g
c
* The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric  
with your hands to sew straight.  
b
a
a
c
a Wrong side of fabric  
b Basting  
c Zipper teeth  
Memo  
Zigzag stitches can also be used with multi-directional  
sewing.  
Remove presser foot “J”, and then attach the  
pin on the right side of zipper foot “I” to the  
presser foot holder.  
d
3
Zipper Insertion  
a
■ Centered Zipper  
Use for bags and other such applications.  
c
Press  
.
a
* Be sure to select the straight stitch with the middle  
(center) needle position.  
b
a Right side  
b Left side  
c Needle drop point  
CAUTION  
•
When using zipper foot “I”, make sure the straight  
stitch, middle (center) needle position is selected.  
Turn the handwheel to make sure the needle does  
not strike the presser foot. If another stitch is  
selected, the needle will strike the presser foot,  
causing the needle to break and possibly causing  
injury.  
Topstitch around the zipper, and then remove  
the basting.  
Memo  
e
For details on the stitches, refer to the “STITCH  
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.  
Attach presser foot “J”, sew straight stitches  
up to the zipper opening, and then sew  
basting stitches to the top of the fabric.  
b
c
a
b
d
CAUTION  
•
Make sure the needle does not strike the zipper  
during sewing. If the needle strikes the zipper, the  
needle may break, leading to injury.  
a Wrong side of fabric  
b End of zipper opening  
c Basting  
d Reverse stitching  
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SEWING THE STITCHES  
Remove presser foot “J”, and then attach the  
presser foot holder to the pin on the right side  
of zipper foot “I”.  
■ Side Zipper  
d
Use for side zippers on skirts or dresses.  
Press  
.
a
a
* Be sure to select the straight stitch with the middle  
(center) needle position.  
c
b
a Right side  
b Left side  
c Needle drop point  
CAUTION  
•
When using zipper foot “I”, make sure the straight  
stitch, middle (center) needle position is selected.  
Turn the handwheel to make sure the needle does  
not strike the presser foot. If another stitch is  
selected, the needle will strike the presser foot,  
causing the needle to break and possibly causing  
injury.  
Attach presser foot “J”, sew straight stitches  
to the zipper opening, and then sew basting  
stitches to the edge of the fabric.  
b
Set the presser foot in the 3 mm (approx.  
1/8 inch) margin.  
e
f
a
b
Starting from the end of the zipper opening,  
sew to a point about 50 mm (approx.  
2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, then  
stop the machine.  
d
c
Pull down the zipper slider, then continue  
sewing to the edge of the fabric.  
g
a Basting  
b End of zipper opening  
c Reverse stitching  
d Wrong side of fabric  
Press the seam allowance open and align the  
folded hem along the teeth of the zipper,  
while maintaining 3 mm (approx.  
1/8 inch) of sewing space.  
a
c
b
a
b
a 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch)  
b 50 mm (approx. 2 inch)  
e
CAUTION  
c
d
•
Make sure the needle does not strike the zipper  
during sewing. If the needle strikes the zipper, the  
needle may break, leading to injury.  
a Zipper pull tab  
b Zipper teeth  
c End of zipper opening  
d 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch)  
e Wrong side of fabric  
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Close the zipper, turn the fabric over so that  
the surface faces up, and then baste the other  
side of the zipper to the fabric.  
h
c
a
b
d
a Front of garment (wrong side of fabric)  
b Back of garment (surface of fabric)  
c Basting  
d Front of garment (surface of fabric)  
Remove the presser foot, and then attach the  
pin on the left side of the zipper foot to the  
presser foot holder.  
i
3
a
c
b
a Right side  
b Left side  
c Needle drop point  
Set the fabric so that the left edge of the  
presser foot touches the edge of the zipper  
teeth.  
j
Sew reverse stitches at the closed end of the  
zipper, then continue sewing.  
k
l
Stop sewing about 50 mm (approx.  
2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, leave  
the needle in the fabric, and remove the  
basting stitches.  
Open the zipper and sew the rest of the seam.  
m
a
b
c
d
a Basting  
b Reverse stitching  
c 7 to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 to 3/8 inch)  
d 50 mm (approx. 2 inches)  
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Chapter  
4
Character/  
Decorative  
Stitches  
4
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS.........................................................102  
■ Stitch Selection Screens........................................................................................................ 102  
Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7 mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/  
7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross Stitch Patterns/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns............103  
Alphabet Patterns.................................................................................................................103  
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS .............................................................105  
Sewing Attractive Finishes....................................................................................................105  
Basic Sewing ........................................................................................................................105  
Adjusting Patterns ................................................................................................................106  
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS.............................................................108  
■ Key Functions ....................................................................................................................... 108  
Changing the Pattern Size ....................................................................................................109  
Changing the Pattern Length (7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) ..........................................109  
Creating a Vertical Mirror Image .........................................................................................109  
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image.....................................................................................109  
Selecting a Single/Repeating Pattern....................................................................................110  
Changing the Thread Density (Satin Stitch Patterns Only) ...................................................110  
Returning to the Beginning of the Pattern ............................................................................111  
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS......................................................112  
Before Combining Patterns ..................................................................................................112  
Combining Patterns from Different Categories ....................................................................112  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Sizes........................................................................114  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Orientations............................................................115  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Lengths ...................................................................116  
Creating Step Patterns (7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) ....................................................117  
■ Examples of Pattern Combinations ....................................................................................... 118  
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION...................................................119  
Stitch Data Precautions........................................................................................................119  
■ Types of Stitch Data That Can Be Used.........................................................................119  
■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications Can Be Used .....119  
■ Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data.......................................119  
■ Trademarks....................................................................................................................119  
Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s Memory...................................................119  
■ If the Memory Is Full ............................................................................................................ 120  
Saving Stitch Patterns to the Computer.................................................................121  
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine’s Memory .......................................................122  
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Computer......................................................................123  
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SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS  
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS  
■ Stitch Selection Screens  
Press  
to display the screen shown below.  
a Decorative stitch patterns  
b 7 mm decorative stitch patterns  
c Satin stitch patterns  
d 7 mm satin stitch patterns  
e Cross stitch patterns  
f Utility decorative stitch patterns  
g Alphabet patterns (gothic font)  
h Alphabet patterns (handwriting font)  
i Alphabet patterns (outline style)  
j Patterns stored in “MY CUSTOM  
STITCH™” (see page 135)  
a
c
f
b
d
e
h
k
g
j
i
l
k Patterns saved in the machine’s  
memory (see page 122)  
l Patterns saved on the computer  
(see page 123)  
m
m Press this key to create your own  
stitches with the “MY CUSTOM  
STITCH™” function (see page 128).  
Press  
to display the previous or next page.  
* The patterns in screens  
b,  
d
and  
f
have a stitch width of 7 mm or less. Both the stitch length and width can be adjusted.  
a Decorative stitch b 7 mm decorative  
patterns stitch patterns  
c
Satin stitch patterns d 7 mm satin stitch e Cross stitch  
patterns patterns  
f Utility decorative g Alphabet patterns h Alphabet patterns i Alphabet patterns  
stitch patterns  
(gothic font)  
(handwriting font)  
(outline style)  
Note  
When the screen is locked (  
), no key other than  
and the  
keys can be operated.  
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To combine patterns, select the next pattern.  
c
Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/  
7 mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/  
Satin Stitch Patterns/  
7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross  
Stitch Patterns/Utility Decorative  
Stitch Patterns  
* Press  
combination.  
* If the wrong pattern was selected, press  
to check the selected pattern  
to  
erase the pattern, and then select the new stitch  
pattern.  
Press  
, and then press the key for  
a
the category containing the pattern that you  
want to sew.  
4
Alphabet Patterns  
Three alphabet patterns are available in different styles.  
The procedure for selecting a character is the same with  
all styles.  
Press  
, and then press the key for  
a
Select a stitch pattern that you want to sew.  
b
the character style that you want to sew.  
* Press  
to display the next page.  
* Press  
* Press  
to display the previous page.  
to return to the screen of pattern  
categories.  
→ An image of the selected stitch pattern is displayed  
below the symbol of the appropriate presser foot.  
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Press  
Press  
Press  
.
b
c
d
Press  
to display a selection  
b
screen of characters, and then select a  
character. Repeat this step until you have  
selected all of the characters.  
* If a wrong character was selected, press  
to erase  
the character, and then select the new character.  
* To select a different character style, press  
and then select the new character style.  
,
* Press  
to check the selected characters.  
.
→ An image of the selected characters is displayed  
below the symbol of the appropriate presser foot.  
Example: To select “Bus”  
Press  
.
a
, then  
.
→ “Bus” appears.  
* A maximum of 70 characters can be combined.  
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SEWING STITCH PATTERNS  
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS  
Sewing Attractive Finishes  
Note  
• To achieve the best results when sewing character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the proper fabric/  
needle/thread combinations.  
• Other factors, such as the type or thickness of the fabric being sewn or the type of stabilizer material used, also affect the  
stitching. Therefore, be sure to sew a few trial stitches before sewing your project.  
• Since shrinkage or bunched stitches may result when satin stitches are sewn, be sure to affix stabilizer material to the  
fabric.  
• While sewing, guide the fabric with your hands so that it will be fed straight.  
Fabric  
When sewing on stretch fabrics, lightweight fabrics, or fabrics with coarse weaves, attach stabilizer on the wrong side  
of the fabric. If you do not wish to do so, place the fabric on a thin paper such as tracing paper.  
a Fabric  
b Stabilizer  
c Thin paper  
a
c
b
Thread  
Needle  
#50 - #60  
4
With lightweight, regular, or stretch fabrics: Brother ballpoint needle (golden colored)  
With heavyweight fabrics: home sewing machine needle 90/14  
Presser foot  
Monogramming foot “N”.  
Using another presser foot may give inferior results.  
Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button to sew reinforcement stitches, and  
then press the “Start/Stop” button to start  
sewing.  
d
Basic Sewing  
Select a stitch pattern.  
a
b
c
Attach presser foot “N”.  
Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the  
upper thread under the presser foot and to the  
side, and then lower the presser foot lever.  
CAUTION  
•
When sewing 7 mm satin stitch patterns and the  
stitches are bunched, lengthen the stitch length. If  
you continue sewing when the stitches are  
bunched, the needle may bend or break (see  
“Adjusting the Stitch Length” on page 44).  
Memo  
If the fabric is pulled or pushed during sewing, the  
pattern may not be sewn correctly. In addition,  
depending on the pattern, there may be movement to  
the left and right as well as to the front and back.  
Therefore, guide the fabric with your hands so that it  
will be fed straight.  
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Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the  
machine, and then press the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew  
reinforcement stitches.  
e
Adjusting Patterns  
Depending on the type and thickness of the fabric being  
sewn, the sewing speed, whether or not stabilizer  
material is used, etc., the desired result may not be  
achieved. If this occurs, press  
, and then perform  
the following adjustment using the same sewing  
conditions as those used for your project. If the pattern  
is still misaligned after making adjustments with  
selected, adjust each pattern separately.  
Memo  
Press  
, and then press  
on P. 6 of  
• When sewing character stitch patterns, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches at the end  
of the stitching, then stops (The machine is  
a
the screen.  
automatically set to sew reinforcement stitches at  
the beginning and end of each character.)  
• After sewing is finished, trim any excess thread.  
Attach presser foot “N”, and then sew the  
pattern.  
b
Note  
When sewing some patterns, the needle will stop in  
the raised position while the fabric is fed due to the  
operation of the needle bar separation mechanism  
which is used in this machine. At such times, a clicking  
sound different from the sound generated during  
sewing will be heard. This sound is normal and is not  
the sign of a malfunction.  
Compare the sewn pattern with the following  
illustration.  
c
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Press  
.
Sew the pattern again. If the pattern still is  
not sewn correctly, adjust it again. Continue  
making adjustments until the pattern is sewn  
correctly.  
d
e
Memo  
You can sew with the settings screen on the display.  
After the pattern is sewn correctly, quit  
f
making adjustments. Press  
the previous screen.  
to return to  
Note  
The adjustment made will remain until changed again.  
If the pattern is bunched together:  
Press  
in the FINE ADJUST VERTI. display.  
4
Each press of the key increases the value and lengthens  
the pattern.  
If the pattern is stretched:  
Press  
in the FINE ADJUST VERTI. display.  
Each press of the key decreases the value and shortens  
the pattern.  
If the pattern is skewed to the left:  
Press  
in the FINE ADJUST HORIZ. display.  
Each press of the key increases the value and moves the  
pattern to the right.  
If the pattern is skewed to the right:  
Press  
in the FINE ADJUST HORIZ. display.  
Each press of the key decreases the value and moves the  
pattern to the left.  
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EDITING STITCH PATTERNS  
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS  
Using the editing functions, you can change the patterns in a variety of ways, such as resizing them or flipping them  
to create a mirror image.  
Memo  
Depending on the pattern that is selected, some editing functions may not be available.  
a
b
g
h
n
o
f
e
c
d
i
m
l
j
k
■ Key Functions  
No.  
Key  
Name  
Function  
Page  
a
Screen lock key  
Press this key to lock the screen.  
49  
When the screen is locked, the various settings, such as the stitch width and stitch  
length, are locked and cannot be changed. Press this key again to unlock the  
settings.  
b
c
Image check key  
Automatic  
Press this key to check an image of the selected patterns (characters).  
103, 104  
Press this key to select the automatic reinforcement stitching setting. If you select  
45  
reinforcement stitch key this setting before sewing, the machine will automatically sew reinforcement  
stitches at the beginning and end of stitching. Press this key again to cancel the  
setting.  
d
Automatic thread  
cutting key  
Press this key to select the automatic thread cutting setting. If you select this  
setting before sewing, the machine will automatically cut the thread at the end of  
stitching. Press this key again to cancel the setting.  
46  
e
f
g
Horizontal mirror image Press this key to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected stitch pattern.  
key  
109  
109  
32  
Vertical mirror image  
key  
Press this key to create a vertical mirror image of the selected stitch pattern.  
Needle mode selection Press this key to select the setting for twin needle sewing. Each time this key is  
key (single/twin)  
pressed, the setting switches between that for single needle sewing and for twin  
needle sewing.  
h
Elongation key  
If a 7 mm satin stitch pattern is selected, press this key to select from five settings  
for changing the pattern length without changing the zigzag width or stitch length.  
109  
i
j
Single/repeat sewing  
key  
Press this key to switch between sewing the pattern a single time or repeatedly.  
110  
44  
Stitch settings key  
Press this key to open the screen for changing the stitch width, stitch length and  
thread tension for the selected pattern. Normally, the machine has default settings.  
k
l
Back to beginning key When sewing is stopped, press this key to return to the beginning of the pattern.  
111  
Delete key  
If the wrong pattern was accidentally selected, press this key to erase it. If patterns  
have been combined, each press of this key erases the last pattern in the  
combination.  
103, 104  
m
n
Memory key  
Size key  
Press this key to save the pattern combination.  
119  
109  
Press this key after selecting a pattern to change the size of the pattern (large or  
small).  
o
Thread density key  
Press this key after selecting a pattern to change the stitching density of the  
pattern.  
110  
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EDITING STITCH PATTERNS  
Changing the Pattern Size  
Creating a Vertical Mirror Image  
After selecting a stitch pattern, press  
desired size is selected.  
until the  
After selecting a stitch pattern, press  
pattern vertically.  
to flip the  
Memo  
• Stitch patterns entered after the pattern size was  
changed are added at the selected size until it is  
changed again.  
• You cannot change the size of stitch patterns once  
they have been combined.  
Actual size  
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image  
L
S
After selecting a stitch pattern, press  
pattern horizontally.  
to flip the  
4
Changing the Pattern Length  
(7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)  
If 7 mm satin stitch patterns are selected, the pattern  
length can be changed without changing the zigzag  
width or stitch length. After selecting a stitch pattern,  
press  
to select one of the five settings available.  
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EDITING STITCH PATTERNS  
Selecting a Single/Repeating Pattern  
Changing the Thread Density  
(Satin Stitch Patterns Only)  
Press  
to select whether the pattern is sewn  
repeatedly or once.  
After selecting a stitch pattern, press  
desired stitching density is selected.  
until the  
Memo  
CAUTION  
If you press  
while sewing, the key changes to  
•
If the stitches bunch when thread density is  
and the machine will sew one copy of the  
pattern, then automatically stop.  
changed to  
, return the thread density to  
. If you continue sewing when the stitches are  
bunched, the needle may bend or break.  
Memo  
• Stitch patterns entered after the stitching density  
was changed are added at the selected density until  
it is changed again.  
• You cannot change the stitching density of stitch  
patterns once they have been combined.  
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EDITING STITCH PATTERNS  
Returning to the Beginning of the  
Pattern  
When sewing character/decorative stitches, you can  
return to the beginning of the pattern after trial sewing  
or when the stitching is sewn incorrectly.  
Memo  
This function is not available for quilting stitches and  
utility stitches.  
Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the  
a
machine, and then press  
.
4
→ Sewing returns to the beginning of the selected  
pattern (“W”) from the point where sewing was  
stopped.  
Memo  
If this key is pressed when sewing is stopped, patterns  
can be added at the end of a combined stitch pattern.  
(In this example, “!” is added.)  
Press the “Start/Stop” button to continue  
sewing.  
b
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COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS  
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS  
You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches, satin stitches, or stitches  
you design with MY CUSTOM STITCH function (see chapter 7 for information about MY CUSTOM STITCH). You  
can also combine stitch patterns of different sizes, mirror image stitch patterns, and others.  
Before Combining Patterns  
Note  
• When stitch patterns are combined, the machine is automatically set to sew the pattern once. To repeatedly sew the  
combined stitch patterns, combine the patterns, and then press  
so that it appears as  
.
• You cannot change settings (such as the size and orientation) for stitch patterns once they have been combined. To  
resize or reorient the patterns, specify the settings for each pattern as it is added to the combination.  
• Stitch patterns displayed on the LCD screen are for your reference. Sewing result and proportion may differ from the  
stitch pattern on the LCD screen. Please sew a trial on a piece of fabric before stitching on your project.  
Combining Patterns from Different  
Categories  
Press  
.
b
Example:  
Press  
.
a
Press  
.
c
→ The screen of pattern categories appears.  
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Press  
.
d
e
f
Memo  
• Press  
to erase the last pattern entered.  
Patterns are erased one at a time.  
• If the entire combined pattern cannot be displayed,  
press  
to view an image of the pattern. Press  
to return to the previous screen.  
Press  
.
4
→ The image of the pattern appears.  
To repeatedly sew the pattern combination,  
press so that it appears as  
.
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Combining Stitch Patterns of Different  
Sizes  
Press  
again, and then press  
so that it  
c
appears as  
.
Example:  
Press  
.
a
→ The second pattern is displayed in the smaller size.  
To repeatedly sew the pattern combination,  
d
press  
so that it appears as  
.
Press  
.
b
→ The combination appears as a repeating pattern.  
→ The larger size pattern appears.  
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Combining Stitch Patterns of Different  
Orientations  
Press  
again, and then press  
so that it  
c
appears as  
.
Example:  
Press  
.
a
→ The second pattern is flipped horizontally.  
4
To repeatedly sew the pattern combination,  
d
press  
so that it appears as  
.
Press  
.
b
→ The combination appears as a repeating pattern.  
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COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS  
Press  
again, and then press  
three  
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different  
Lengths  
c
times so that it appears as  
.
Press  
.
a
→ The second pattern is displayed with a length of 2.  
To repeatedly sew the pattern combination,  
d
press  
so that it appears as  
.
Press  
, and then press  
once so that  
b
it appears as  
.
→ The combination appears as a repeating pattern.  
→ The pattern is displayed with a length of 4.  
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Press  
, and then press  
.
Creating Step Patterns (7 mm Satin  
Stitch Patterns Only)  
b
Stitch patterns that are shifted to create a step-shaped  
pattern are called step patterns.  
Step patterns can be created by using  
shift 7 mm satin stitch patterns.  
and  
to  
Press  
once to move the stitch pattern to the left by  
half the width of the stitch pattern.  
Press  
once to move the stitch pattern to the right by  
half the width of the stitch pattern.  
→ The next pattern is moved to the right.  
Press  
again, and then press  
.
c
4
Example:  
Press  
.
a
Press  
so that it appears as  
.
d
→ The combination appears as a repeating pattern.  
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■ Examples of Pattern Combinations  
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION  
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION  
Stitch Data Precautions  
Saving Stitch Patterns in the  
Machine’s Memory  
Observe the following precautions when using stitch  
data other than that created and saved in this machine.  
You can save often-used stitch patterns in the machine’s  
memory. The machine's memory can hold up to a  
maximum of 24 stitch patterns, 70 entries per stitch  
pattern, or 224 KB.  
■ Types of Stitch Data That Can Be Used  
• Only .pmu stitch data files can be used with this  
machine. Using data other than that created  
using this machine may cause the machine to  
malfunction.  
Note  
Do not turn off the machine while the “Saving” screen  
is displayed, otherwise you may lose the stitch pattern  
that you are saving.  
■ Computers and Operating Systems with the  
Following Specifications Can Be Used  
• Compatible models:  
IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment  
IBM PC-compatible computer equipped with a  
USB port as standard equipment  
Memo  
• It takes a few seconds to save a stitch pattern in the  
machine’s memory.  
• See page 122 for information on retrieving a saved  
stitch pattern.  
• Compatible operating systems:  
4
Microsoft Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP  
(Windows 98SE requires a driver. Download the  
driver from our Web site (www.brother.com). In  
addition, only Windows 98 Second Edition can  
use the driver.)  
Press  
.
a
■ Precautions on Using the Computer to  
Create and Save Data  
• If the file name of stitch data cannot be  
identified, for example, because the name  
contains special characters or symbols, the file is  
not displayed. If this occurs, change the name of  
the file. It is recommended to use the upper and  
lower case letters, the numbers 0 through 9, the  
dash “-”, and the underline “_”. Do not use  
comma “,” period “.” in the file name.  
• Do not create folders in “Removable Disk” on a  
computer. If stitch data is stored in a folder, that  
stitch data cannot be displayed by the machine.  
■ Trademarks  
• IBM is a registered trademark or a trademark of  
International Business Machines Corporation.  
• Microsoft and Windows are registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation.  
Each company whose software title is mentioned in  
this manual has a software license agreement  
specific to its proprietary programs.  
All other brands and product names mentioned in  
this manual are registered trademarks of their  
respective companies. However, the explanations  
for markings such as ® and ™ are not clearly  
described within the text.  
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Select a stitch pattern to be deleted.  
Press  
.
b
b
* Press  
to display the next page.  
* Press  
to return to the previous screen  
without saving the stitch pattern.  
* Only the first entry of each stitch pattern is displayed  
in the memory. Press  
pattern.  
to view the entire stitch  
* Press  
pattern.  
if you do not want to delete the stitch  
a
→ The “Saving” screen appears. When the pattern is  
saved, the previous screen appears automatically.  
■ If the Memory Is Full  
If this screen appears while you are trying to save a  
pattern on the machine’s memory, the memory is  
too full to hold the currently selected stitch pattern.  
To save the stitch pattern in the machine’s memory,  
you have to delete a previously saved stitch pattern.  
a Saved stitch patterns  
Press  
.
c
Press  
to continue.  
a
* Press  
to return to the previous screen  
without saving the stitch pattern.  
→ A confirmation message appears.  
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Press  
.
Plug the USB cable connectors into the  
corresponding USB ports on the computer  
and on the machine.  
d
a
* If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press  
.
* The USB cable can be plugged into the USB ports  
on the computer and machine whether or not they  
are turned on.  
a
b
b
a
→ The old stitch pattern is deleted, and the new stitch  
pattern is automatically saved.  
a USB port  
b USB cable connector  
4
→ The “Removable Disk” icon appears in “My  
Saving Stitch Patterns to the  
Computer  
Computer” on the computer.  
Using the included USB cable, connect the sewing  
machine to your computer so that stitch patterns can be  
retrieved from and saved to your computer.  
Note  
• The connectors on the USB cable can only be  
inserted into a port in one direction. If it is difficult to  
insert the connector, do not insert it with force, and  
then check the orientation of the connector.  
• For details on the position of the USB port on the  
computer, refer to the instruction manual for the  
corresponding equipment/computer.  
Note  
Do not turn off the machine while the “Saving” screen  
is displayed, otherwise you may lose the stitch pattern  
that you are saving.  
Press  
.
b
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Press  
.
c
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the  
Machine’s Memory  
→ Press  
to return to the previous screen  
without saving the stitch pattern.  
Press  
.
a
→ The stitch pattern is temporarily saved to  
→ The pocket selection screen appears.  
“Removable Disk” under “My Computer”.  
Select a stitch pattern to be retrieved.  
Select the stitch pattern’s .pmu file in  
“Removable Disk”, and copy the file to the  
computer.  
b
d
* Press  
to display the next page.  
* Press  
* Press  
to view the entire stitch pattern.  
to return to the previous screen  
without retrieving the stitch pattern.  
a
Note  
• Do not turn off the machine while the “Saving”  
screen is displayed, otherwise you may lose the  
data.  
• Since the files are only temporarily saved on  
“Removable Disk”, turning off the machine will erase  
the files. Be sure to copy the necessary files onto  
the hard disk of the computer.  
a Saved stitch patterns  
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Move/copy the pattern data to “Removable  
Disk”.  
Press  
.
c
c
* Press  
to delete the stitch pattern.  
Memo  
A maximum of 24 stitch patterns or 476 KB can be  
moved or copied to “Removable Disk”.  
→ The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the  
sewing screen appears.  
→ Stitch pattern data in “Removable Disk” is written to  
the machine.  
4
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the  
Computer  
Note  
• While data is being written, do not disconnect the  
USB cable.  
• Do not create folders within “Removable Disk”.  
Since folders are not displayed, stitch pattern data  
within folders cannot be retrieved.  
Plug the USB cable connectors into the  
corresponding USB ports on the computer  
and on the machine (see page 121).  
a
Press  
.
On the computer, open “My Computer”, and  
then go to “Removable Disk”.  
d
b
→ The stitch patterns in the computer are displayed in  
the selection screen.  
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Select a stitch pattern to be retrieved.  
e
* Press  
to view the entire stitch pattern.  
CAUTION  
* Press  
to return to the previous screen  
•
When disconnecting the USB cable:  
without retrieving the stitch pattern.  
Before disconnecting the USB cable, click the  
“Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon in the taskbar of  
®
Windows Me/2000 or the “Safely Remove  
®
Hardware” icon in the taskbar of Windows XP.  
Then, when the removable disk has been removed  
safely, disconnect the USB cable from the computer  
and the machine.  
a
With Windows 98 SE, check that the Access  
lamp is not flashing before disconnecting the  
USB cable from the computer and the  
machine.  
Note  
a Saved stitch patterns  
• Be sure to perform the operation described above  
before disconnecting the USB cable from the  
computer and the machine, otherwise the computer  
may malfunction, the data may not be written  
correctly, or the data or data writing area on the  
machine may be damaged.  
Press  
.
f
* Press  
to delete the stitch pattern.  
• The pattern retrieved from the computer is only  
temporarily written to the machine. It is erased from  
the machine when the machine is turned off. If you  
wish to keep the pattern, store it in the machine (see  
“Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s Memory”  
on page 119).  
→ The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the  
sewing screen appears.  
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Chapter  
5
MY CUSTOM  
STITCH  
7
DESIGNING A STITCH......................................................................126  
■ Examples of Custom Stitches.........................................................................................127  
ENTERING STITCH DATA .................................................................128  
■ Key Functions................................................................................................................128  
■ Moving a Point ..............................................................................................................130  
■ Moving Part or All of the Design...................................................................................131  
■ Inserting New Points .....................................................................................................132  
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES ...............................................133  
Saving Custom Stitches in the Machine’s Memory ................................................133  
■ If the Memory Is Full.....................................................................................................133  
Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer ..............................................................134  
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine’s Memory......................................135  
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Computer ....................................................135  
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DESIGNING A STITCH  
DESIGNING A STITCH  
By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function, you can  
register stitches you have created yourself.  
Decide the spacing of the stitch.  
* By adjusting the spacing of a stitch, you can create various  
patterns with one stitch.  
b
Memo  
• Stitches that you create with MY CUSTOM  
™
STITCH can be a maximum of 7 mm (approx. 9/32  
inch) wide and 37 mm (approx. 1-1/3 inches) long.  
• Stitches can be designed more easily with MY  
™
CUSTOM STITCH if you first draw the stitch on  
the included grid sheet.  
Draw the stitch design on the grid sheet (part  
code SA507, X81277-150).  
a
Memo  
Simplify the design so that it can be sewn as a  
continuous line. For a more attractive stitch, close the  
design by intersecting lines.  
Place points where the pattern intersects with  
the grid, and connect all the points with a  
line.  
c
If the design is to be repeated and linked, the start  
point and end point of the design should be at the  
same height.  
Determine the x and y coordinates of each of  
the marked points.  
d
Memo  
This will determine the stitch design that will be sewn.  
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■ Examples of Custom Stitches  
Stitch  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
0
12  
18  
22  
23  
21  
17  
14  
12  
9
6
3
1
3
6
0
0
3
6
10  
13  
14  
13  
11  
13  
14  
13  
10  
6
3
Stitch 16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
12  
41  
43  
40  
41  
38  
35  
32  
30  
32  
35  
41  
45  
47  
44  
0
0
4
7
11  
13  
14  
13  
10  
6
3
0
0
4
7
Stitch 31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
45  
47  
50  
54  
56  
55  
51  
45  
70  
11  
13  
14  
13  
10  
6
3
0
0
Stitch  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
0
30  
32  
32  
32  
33  
35  
35  
37  
35  
32  
30  
30  
29  
26  
0
0
1
7
10  
12  
11  
8
12  
14  
14  
11  
5
3
8
Stitch 16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
24  
18  
13  
12  
13  
10  
12  
8
12  
7
12  
6
10  
5
10  
10  
13  
14  
14  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
6
6
3
2
0
2
Stitch 31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
16  
19  
23  
22  
17  
22  
23  
19  
42  
1
0
0
6
10  
6
0
0
0
5
Stitch  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
0
3
5
8
12  
17  
20  
24  
27  
29  
31  
32  
30  
27  
24  
0
5
8
11  
13  
14  
14  
13  
12  
11  
9
6
3
1
0
Stitch 16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
21  
18  
16  
15  
15  
16  
18  
21  
25  
28  
33  
37  
41  
43  
44  
0
1
3
5
8
10  
12  
13  
14  
14  
13  
11  
8
5
0
Stitch 31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
Stitch  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
0
5
4
5
8
7
8
11  
11  
11  
16  
11  
7
4
0
7
7
3
7
7
0
7
7
3
7
7
3
0
3
7
Stitch 16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
4
7
11  
16  
21  
20  
21  
24  
23  
24  
27  
27  
27  
32  
27  
11  
14  
11  
7
7
11  
7
7
14  
7
7
11  
7
7
11  
Stitch 31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
23  
20  
16  
20  
23  
27  
32  
14  
11  
7
3
0
3
7
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ENTERING STITCH DATA  
■ Key Functions  
d
c
b
a
f
e
h
g
k
i
j
m
l
a
b
This area displays the stitch being created.  
Displays the number of the present set point over the total number of points in the stitch.  
c
Displays the y-coordinate of  
over the x-coordinate of  
.
No.  
Display  
Key Name  
Grid direction key  
Explanation  
Press this key to change the direction of the grid sheet.  
Page  
d
129  
e
Single/triple stitching key Press this key to select whether one or three stitches will be sewn  
between two points.  
129  
f
g
h
i
j
Point delete key  
Block move key  
Insert key  
Press this key to delete a selected point.  
129  
131  
Press this key to group points together and move them together.  
Press this key to insert new points on the stitch design.  
Press this key to set a point on the stitch design.  
132  
Set key  
129-130  
129-130  
Arrow keys  
Use these keys to move  
over the display area.  
k
130, 132  
Point-to-point key  
Use these keys to move  
from point to point on the stitch, or to  
the first or last point entered on the stitch.  
l
m
Return key  
Sewing key  
Press this key to exit the entering stitch data screen.  
130  
130  
Press this key to sew the stitch being created.  
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to add the point indicated by .  
Press  
Press  
.
Press  
a
b
d
.
Select whether one stitch or three stitches  
will be sewn between the first two points.  
e
f
* To sew three stitches, press the key so that it appears as  
.
Use  
to move  
to the coordinates  
c
of the first point on the grid sheet.  
Use  
to move  
.
to the second point  
→ Press  
to change the direction of the grid  
and press  
sheet.  
5
b
a
Repeat the steps above for each point that  
you have drawn on the grid sheet until the  
stitch design is drawn on the screen as a  
continuous line.  
g
a Currently selected point/Total number of points  
b Coordinates of  
Memo  
* Press  
to delete a selected point entered.  
You can also use the touch pen to enter data.  
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Press  
.
■ Moving a Point  
Press or  
h
to move  
that you want to move.  
to the point  
a
* To move  
* To move  
to the first point, press  
to the last point, press  
.
.
* You can also move  
by using the touch pen.  
Memo  
• If you have entered points that are too close  
together, the fabric may not feed properly. Edit the  
stitch data to leave a larger space between points.  
• If the stitch design is to be repeated and linked,  
make sure that linking stitches are added so that the  
stitch designs will not overlap.  
Use  
to move the point.  
b
a
a Linking stitches  
If necessary, adjust any settings, such as the  
stitch width and stitch length.  
i
* Press  
* Press  
to return to the stitch selection screen.  
to edit the custom stitch being created.  
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Press  
or  
to move the section.  
■ Moving Part or All of the Design  
c
Press  
or  
to move  
to the first  
a
point of the section that you want to move.  
* To move  
* To move  
to the first point, press  
to the last point, press  
.
.
* You can also move  
by using the touch pen.  
Press  
.
d
Press  
.
b
5
→ The section will be moved.  
→ The selected point and all points that were entered  
after it are selected.  
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■ Inserting New Points  
Press  
or  
to move  
to a place on  
a
Use  
to move the point.  
c
the design where you want to add a new  
point.  
* To move  
* To move  
to the first point, press  
to the last point, press  
.
.
* You can also move  
by using the touch pen.  
Press  
.
b
→ A new point is entered and  
moves to it.  
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USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES  
Press  
.
b
Saving Custom Stitches in the  
Machine’s Memory  
* Press  
to return to the previous screen without  
saving the custom stitch.  
Stitch patterns created using the MY CUSTOM  
STITCH™ function can be saved for later use.  
The machine’s memory can hold up to 15 custom  
stitches.  
Note  
Do not turn off the machine while the “Saving” screen  
is displayed, otherwise you may lose the custom  
stitches that you are saving.  
Memo  
• It takes a few seconds to save a custom stitch in the  
machine’s memory.  
• See page 135 for information on retrieving a saved  
stitch pattern.  
→ The “Saving” screen appears. When the custom  
stitch is saved, the previous screen appears  
automatically.  
Press  
.
a
■ If the Memory Is Full  
If this screen appears while you are trying to save a  
custom stitch on the machine’s memory, the  
memory is too full to hold the currently selected  
custom stitch. To save the custom stitch in the  
machine’s memory, you have to delete a previously  
saved custom stitch.  
5
Press  
.
a
* Press  
to return to the previous screen without  
saving the custom stitch.  
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Select a custom stitch to be deleted.  
Press  
.
b
d
* If you decide not to delete the custom stitch, press  
* Press  
to view the entire custom stitch.  
.
* Press  
stitch.  
if you do not want to delete the custom  
a
→ The old custom stitch is deleted, and the new  
custom stitch is automatically saved.  
a Saved custom stitches  
Press  
.
c
Saving Custom Stitches to the  
Computer  
Using the included USB cable, connect the sewing  
machine to your computer so that custom stitches can  
be saved to your computer.  
For details on saving custom stitches, see “Saving Stitch  
Patterns to the Computer” on page 121.  
→ A confirmation message appears.  
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Press  
.
c
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the  
Machine’s Memory  
* Press  
to delete the custom stitch.  
Press  
.
a
→ The selected custom stitch is retrieved and the  
sewing screen appears.  
→ The pocket selection screen appears.  
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the  
Computer  
Select a custom stitch to be retrieved.  
b
* Press  
to view the entire custom stitch.  
Using the included USB cable, connect the sewing  
machine to your computer so that custom stitches can  
be retrieved from your computer.  
* Press  
to return to the previous screen without  
5
saving the custom stitch.  
For details on retrieving custom stitches, see “Retrieving  
Stitch Patterns from the Computer” on page 123.  
a
a Saved custom stitches  
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6
Appendix  
9
CARE AND MAINTENANCE..............................................................138  
Cleaning the LCD..................................................................................................138  
Cleaning the Machine Casing................................................................................138  
Cleaning the Race .................................................................................................138  
Cleaning the Bobbin Case .....................................................................................139  
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN .................................................................140  
Screen Visibility Is Low .........................................................................................140  
Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning..............................................................................140  
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................142  
ERROR MESSAGES.............................................................................145  
■ Alarm ............................................................................................................................147  
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................148  
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE .................................149  
STITCH SETTING CHART..................................................................151  
INDEX................................................................................................159  
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION  
• Be sure to unplug the machine before cleaning it. Otherwise, electric shock or injury may result.  
Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.  
g
Cleaning the LCD  
If the surface of the LCD is dirty, lightly wipe it with a  
soft dry cloth. Do not use organic solvents or  
detergents.  
Cleaning the Machine Casing  
If the surface of the machine is dirty, dampen a cloth  
a
with a neutral detergent, wring it out firmly, and then  
wipe the surface. Then, wipe again with a dry cloth.  
a Bobbin case  
Use the included cleaning brush or a vacuum  
cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the  
Cleaning the Race  
h
race and its surrounding area.  
If dust or dirt collects in the race or bobbin case, the  
machine will not run well, and the bobbin thread  
detection function may not operate.  
Keep the machine clean for best results.  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise  
the needle.  
a
Lower the presser foot.  
a
b
b
Turn off the machine.  
c
a Cleaning brush  
b Race  
Remove the needle and the presser foot  
holder (see page 34 through 36).  
d
Note  
Remove the flat bed attachment.  
e
f
Do not apply oil to the race.  
Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover,  
and then slide it toward you.  
a
a Needle plate cover  
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Insert the bobbin case so that the projection  
on the bobbin case aligns with the spring.  
i
Cleaning the Bobbin Case  
Thread wax and dust easily collect around the notch in  
the tension spring on the bobbin case, resulting in an  
incorrect thread tension. Therefore, the bobbin case  
should be cleaned as necessary should tension  
problems arise.  
a
When cleaning the bobbin case, use business card  
stock or another type of paper of similar thickness and  
sturdiness in order to prevent pieces of paper tearing off  
and getting lodged in the bobbin case.  
b
Follow steps from “Cleaning the Race” on  
page 138 to remove the bobbin case.  
a
b
Using a piece of paper of adequate thickness  
a
b
and sturdiness, slide the paper between the  
tension plate base and the tension spring and  
also slide the paper behind the notch of the  
spring to remove any dirt or dust.  
a Projection  
b Spring  
Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into  
the needle plate, and then slide the cover  
back into place.  
j
a
d
c
a
b
d
e
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a
a Tension plate base  
b Notch  
b
c Paper (e.g. business card type)  
d Tension spring  
e Bobbin case projection (stopper)  
a Needle plate cover  
b Tabs  
Note  
Memo  
• Never use a bobbin case that is scratched;  
otherwise, the upper thread may become tangled,  
the needle may break, or sewing performance may  
suffer.  
Do not bend the tension spring. In addition, do not use  
anything other than recommended paper to clean the  
bobbin case.  
• For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3153-151),  
contact your nearest authorized dealer.  
• Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed.  
Otherwise, the needle may break.  
Use the included cleaning brush to remove  
any lint and dust from inside the bobbin case.  
c
d
Reinsert the bobbin case and needle plate  
cover assuring the bobbin case projection  
(stopper) is touching the bracket spring.  
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ADJUSTING THE SCREEN  
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN  
Screen Visibility Is Low  
Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning  
If the screen is difficult to read when the machine is  
turned on, follow the procedure described below.  
If the screen does not respond correctly when a key is  
pressed (the machine does not perform the operation or  
performs a different operation), follow the procedure  
described below to make the proper adjustments.  
Turn off the machine, hold your finger  
a
anywhere on the screen, and then turn the  
machine on.  
Turn off the machine, hold your finger  
a
anywhere on the screen, and then turn the  
machine on.  
→ The BRIGHTNESS OF LCD screen appears.  
Memo  
→ The BRIGHTNESS OF LCD screen appears.  
Continue touching the LCD until the screen shown  
below appears.  
Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button.  
b
Press  
or  
to adjust the brightness of  
b
the screen.  
→ The touch panel adjustment screen appears.  
Turn the machine off, then on again.  
c
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ADJUSTING THE SCREEN  
Using the included touch pen, lightly touch  
the center of each ×, in order from 1 to 5.  
c
* If the buzzer sounds one time after you press  
number 5, the operation is finished, and “SUCESS”  
appears on the screen.  
If the buzzer sounds twice, there was an error. In  
this case, repeat the steps above.  
Note  
Only use the included touch pen to touch the screen.  
Do not use a mechanical pencil, screwdriver or any  
other hard or sharp object. Do not apply a strong force  
to the display, otherwise damage to the display may  
result.  
After making the necessary touch panel  
adjustment, turn the machine off, then on  
again.  
d
6
Note  
If you finish the touch panel adjustment and the screen  
still does not respond, or if you cannot complete the  
adjustment, contact your authorized dealer.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
If you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do  
not correct the problem, contact your authorized dealer.  
Memo  
This machine is equipped with a simple troubleshooting feature that can be used in case minor problems occur during  
sewing. Press  
, and then press  
to display a list of problems. Press the key for the  
appropriate problem, and then check for the causes that are displayed.  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Page  
Upper thread breaks  
The machine was threaded incorrectly (the spool Rethread the machine correctly.  
is installed incorrectly, the wrong spool cap was  
used, the needle bar thread guide did not catch  
the thread, etc.).  
29  
The thread is knotted or tangled.  
Remove the knots and tangles.  
−
The thread is too thick for the needle.  
Check the table of fabric, thread and needle  
combinations, and select the appropriate  
combination.  
37  
The upper thread tension is too strong.  
The thread is tangled.  
Adjust the thread tension.  
45  
Use scissors, etc., to cut the tangled thread and  
remove it from the race (bobbin case), etc.  
−
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle with a new one.  
Reinstall the needle correctly.  
35  
35  
−
The needle is installed incorrectly.  
There are scratches around the hole in the  
needle plate.  
Replace the needle plate, or consult your  
authorized dealer.  
There are scratches around the hole in the  
presser foot.  
Replace the presser foot, or consult your  
authorized dealer.  
−
−
There are scratches on the race (bobbin case).  
Replace the race (bobbin case), or consult your  
authorized dealer.  
Bobbin thread breaks  
Skipped stitches  
Bobbin is set incorrectly.  
Reset the bobbin correctly.  
Replace the bobbin.  
28  
There are scratches on the bobbin or it doesn’t  
rotate properly.  
−
The thread is tangled.  
Use scissors etc., to cut the tangled thread and  
remove it from the race (bobbin case), etc.  
−
The machine is threaded incorrectly.  
Check the procedure for threading the machine  
and rethread it correctly.  
29  
37  
The thread or needle is not suitable for the type Check the table of fabric, thread and needle  
of fabric being sewn.  
combinations, and select the appropriate  
combination.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
The needle is installed incorrectly.  
The needle is defective.  
Replace the needle with a new one.  
Reinstall the needle correctly.  
Replace the needle.  
35  
35  
35  
Dust or lint has collected under the needle plate. Remove the dust or lint with the brush.  
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28, 29  
Fabric puckers  
The upper or bobbin threading is incorrect.  
Check the procedure for threading the machine  
and rethread it correctly.  
The spool is installed incorrectly.  
Reinstall the spool correctly.  
29  
37  
The thread or needle is not suitable for the type Check the table of fabric, thread and needle  
of fabric being sewn.  
combinations, and select the appropriate  
combination.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle with a new one.  
Shorten the stitch length.  
35  
44  
The stitches are too long for sewing lightweight  
fabrics.  
The thread tension is set incorrectly.  
The wrong presser foot was used.  
Adjust the thread tension.  
45  
Attach the correct presser foot.  
151  
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Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Remove the dust or lint.  
Page  
High-pitched sound while Dust or lint is caught in the feed dogs.  
sewing  
138  
138  
Pieces of thread are caught in the race (bobbin Clean the race (bobbin case).  
case).  
The upper threading is incorrect.  
Check the procedure for threading the machine  
and rethread it correctly.  
29  
−
There are scratches on the race (bobbin case).  
Replace the race (bobbin case), or consult your  
authorized dealer.  
Cannot thread the needle The needle is not in the correct position.  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise the  
needle.  
11  
11  
The threading hook does not pass through the  
eye of the needle.  
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise the  
needle.  
The needle is installed incorrectly.  
Reinstall the needle correctly.  
35  
29  
Thread tension is incorrect The upper threading is incorrect.  
Check the procedure for threading the machine  
and rethread it correctly.  
28  
37  
Bobbin is set incorrectly.  
Reset the bobbin thread correctly.  
The thread or needle is not suitable for the type Check the table of fabric, thread and needle  
of fabric being sewn.  
combinations, and select the appropriate  
combination.  
59  
The presser foot holder is not attached  
correctly.  
Reattach the presser foot holder correctly.  
The thread tension is set incorrectly.  
Adjust the thread tension.  
45  
151  
106  
45  
Character pattern does not The wrong presser foot was used.  
sew out correctly  
Attach the correct presser foot.  
Pattern adjustment settings were set incorrectly. Correct the pattern adjustment settings.  
The thread tension is set incorrectly.  
The needle is installed incorrectly.  
The needle clamp screw is not tightened.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Adjust the thread tension.  
Needle breaks  
Reinstall the needle correctly.  
Tighten the needle clamp screw.  
Replace the needle with a new one.  
35  
36  
35  
The thread or needle is not suitable for the type Check the table of fabric, thread and needle  
37  
of fabric being sewn.  
combinations, and select the appropriate  
combination.  
The wrong presser foot was used.  
The upper thread tension is too strong.  
The fabric is pulled during sewing.  
The spool is installed incorrectly.  
Attach the correct presser foot.  
Adjust the thread tension.  
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45  
−
Do not pull the fabric during sewing.  
Reinstall the spool correctly.  
30  
−
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There are scratches around the hole in the  
needle plate.  
Replace the needle plate, or consult your  
authorized retailer.  
There are scratches around the hole(s) in the  
presser foot.  
Replace the presser foot, or consult your  
authorized retailer.  
−
−
There are scratches on the race (bobbin case).  
Replace the race (bobbin case), or consult your  
authorized retailer.  
The needle is defective.  
Replace the needle.  
35  
21, 62  
44  
Fabric does not feed  
through the machine  
The feed dogs are lowered.  
The stitches are too close together.  
The wrong presser foot was used.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
The thread is tangled.  
Press the drop feed key to raise the feed dogs.  
Lengthen the stitch length.  
Attach the correct presser foot.  
Replace the needle with a new one.  
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35  
Use scissors, etc., to cut the tangled thread and  
remove it from the race (bobbin case), etc.  
−
Machine does not operate There is no pattern selected.  
The “Start/Stop” button was not pressed.  
Select a pattern.  
52, 102  
40  
Press the “Start/Stop” button.  
Turn the main power to on.  
Lower the presser foot.  
The main power switch is not turned on.  
The presser foot is not lowered.  
18  
40  
The “Start/Stop” button was pressed while the  
foot controller is connected.  
Remove the foot controller, or use the foot  
controller to operate the machine.  
11, 41  
LCD cannot be read  
The LCD contrast is not properly adjusted.  
Adjust the LCD contrast.  
22, 140  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
CAUTION  
•
•
This machine is equipped with a thread detection device. If the “Start/Stop” button is pushed before the upper  
threading is done, the machine will not operate properly. Also, depending on the pattern selected, the machine may  
feed the fabric even if the needle is raised. This is due to the needle bar release mechanism. At these times, the  
machine will make a sound different from that made during normal sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction.  
If the power is disconnected during sewing:  
Turn the main power to OFF and unplug the machine.  
If you restart the machine, follow the instructions for operating the machine correctly.  
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ERROR MESSAGES  
ERROR MESSAGES  
If the “Start/Stop button” or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed before the machine is correctly set  
up or if an incorrect operation is performed, the machine stops and informs you of the error with an alarm and an  
error message. If an error message appears, correct the problem according to the instructions in the message.  
(The message that is displayed can be cancelled either by pressing  
or performing the operation correctly.)  
This message is displayed if a  
malfunction occurred.  
This message is displayed when you  
try to use the needle threader lever  
while twin needle sewing is set.  
This message is displayed when  
the upper thread is broken or not  
threaded correctly, and the “Start/  
Stop” button or the “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is  
pressed.  
This message is displayed when a  
buttonhole stitch is selected and  
the “Start/Stop” button or the  
“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”  
button is pressed while the  
buttonhole lever is raised.  
This message is displayed when  
the “Start/Stop” button, “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button,  
“Thread Cutter” button or “Presser  
Foot Lifter” button is pressed while  
the presser foot lever is raised/the  
needle is lowered.  
CAUTION  
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•
Be sure to rethread the machine. If you press the  
“Start/Stop” button without rethreading the  
machine, the thread tension may be wrong or the  
needle may break and cause injury.  
This message is displayed when  
the memory is full and the stitch or  
pattern cannot be saved.  
This message is displayed when  
using USB cable to download  
information from PC to machine.  
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ERROR MESSAGES  
This message is displayed when  
This message is displayed when  
the bobbin thread is running out.  
is pressed while the  
presser foot is raised.  
This message is displayed when  
or  
This message is displayed when  
the bobbin is being wound, and the  
motor locks because the thread is  
tangled, etc.  
is pressed after a  
pattern is selected.  
This message is displayed when  
This message is displayed when  
the machine is turned on while the  
needle is lowered.  
is pressed while a utility  
stitch is selected.  
This message is displayed when a  
stitch other than a buttonhole stitch  
is selected and the “Start/Stop”  
button or the “Reverse/  
This message is displayed when  
the “Start/Stop” button is pressed  
while the foot controller is  
connected.  
Reinforcement Stitch” button is  
pressed while the buttonhole lever  
is lowered.  
This message is displayed when  
the motor locks up due to tangled  
thread or for other reasons related  
to thread delivery.  
This message is displayed while  
upgrade file is being downloaded  
to machine.  
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ERROR MESSAGES  
This message is displayed when  
the machine is set for twin needle  
sewing and a pattern that cannot  
be sewn with the twin needle is  
selected.  
This message is displayed when  
you try to sew with a stitch other  
than a middle needle position stitch  
while the single-hole needle plate  
is installed.  
This message is displayed when  
the needle plate is removed with  
the machine on.  
This message is displayed when  
the “Start/Stop” button, “Reverse/  
Reinforcement Stitch” button, or  
the “Thread Cutter” button is  
pressed while the presser foot is  
raised.  
This message is displayed when  
the “Start/Stop” button is pressed  
while the sewing speed controller  
is set to control the zigzag stitch  
width.  
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■ Alarm  
If an incorrect operation is performed, the machine  
beeps two or four times.  
Memo  
To turn the alarm on or off, press  
For details, see page 22.  
.
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SPECIFICATIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Item  
Specification  
Sewing Machine  
Dimensions  
51.1 cm (W) × 30.5 cm (H) × 25.8 cm (D) (approx. 20-1/8 inches  
(W) × 12 inches (H) × 10-1/8 inches (D))  
Case dimensions  
58.2 cm (W) × 31.9 cm (H) × 28.4 cm (D) (approx. 22-7/8 inches  
(W) × 12-1/2 inches (H) × 11-1/8 inches (D))  
Weight  
11.3 kg (24.9 lb.)  
Sewing speed  
Needle  
70 to 1000 stitches per minute  
Home sewing machine needles (HA × 130)  
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UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE  
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE  
You can use a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine.  
When an upgrade program is available on www.brother.com, please download the files following the instructions  
on the web site and steps below.  
Note  
There are two upgrade files. Be sure to download both files successively.  
Memo  
• When the machine’s software is upgraded, saved combinations of character and decorative stitches are erased.  
• While the software is being upgraded, the buzzer will not sound when a key is pressed.  
While holding the “Presser Foot Lifter” button  
pressed, turn on the machine.  
When the screen shown in step  
again, press  
a
appears  
a
d
.
→ The following screen appears.  
→ The message “Saving the upgrade file. Do not turn  
main power to OFF.”appears. The download takes  
about 3 minutes.  
Press LOAD after saving the  
upgrade file in the  
machine.  
When the following screen appears, the first  
upgrade file is downloaded.  
e
Press LOAD after saving the  
upgrade file in the  
machine.  
6
Plug the USB cable connectors into the  
corresponding USB ports on the computer  
and on the machine.  
b
→ The “Removable Disk” icon appears in “My  
Computer” on the computer.  
Copy the second upgrade file to “Removable  
Disk”.  
f
g
Copy the upgrade file to “Removable Disk”.  
c
When the screen shown in step  
again, press  
a
appears  
.
→ The message “Saving the upgrade file. Do not turn  
main power to OFF.”appears. The download takes  
about 3 minutes.  
→ The message “Connected to PC. Do not disconnect  
the USB cable.” appears.  
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UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE  
When the following screen appears,  
upgrading is completed.  
h
Press LOAD after saving the  
upgrade file in the  
machine.  
Upgrade complete.  
Note  
If an error occurred, an error message appears in red.  
At this time, turn the machine off, and then start the  
procedure again from step  
a
.
Disconnect the USB cable, and turn the  
machine off, then on again.  
i
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
STITCH SETTING CHART  
Note  
When using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot “J”.  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Piecing stitch (Middle)  
Piecework/patchwork  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
—
—
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecing stitch (Right)  
Piecing stitch (Left)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) right  
seam allowance  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) left  
seam allowance  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Hand-look quilting  
(Middle)  
Quilting stitch made to look like  
hand quilting stitch  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
3.5  
3.5  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Basting stitch (Middle)  
Stem stitch  
Basting  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
20.0  
5.0 - 30.0  
(3/4) (3/16 - 1-3/16)  
Reinforced stitching, sewing  
and decorative applications  
1.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/16 - 1/8)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
zigzag stitch  
Zigzag stitch for quilting and  
sewing on appliqué quilt  
pieces  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
0.0 - 4.0  
1.6  
(0 - 3/16)  
Zigzag stitch (Right)  
Zigzag stitch (Left)  
2 step elastic zigzag  
3 step elastic zigzag  
Start from right needle  
position, zigzag sew at left  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
(3/32 - 3/16)  
0.3 - 4.0  
1.6  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
Start from left needle position,  
zigzag sew at right  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
(3/32 - 3/16)  
0.3 - 4.0  
1.6  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
Overcasting (medium weight  
and stretch fabrics), tape and  
elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Overcasting (medium,  
heavyweight and stretch  
fabrics), tape and elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
stitch  
Quilting stitch for invisible  
appliqué or attaching binding  
0.5 - 5.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
1.0 - 4.0  
2.0  
2.0  
(1/16 - 3/16)  
Shell tuck edge  
Blanket stitch  
Shell tuck edge finish on  
fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Appliqués, decorative blanket  
stitch  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting stippling  
Background quilting  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Key  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Overcasting stitch  
Tape attaching  
Stretch knit seam  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Attaching tape to seam in  
stretch fabric  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
0.2 - 4.0  
1.4  
5.5  
(1/61 - 3/16)  
Serpentine stitch  
Feather stitch  
Decorative stitching and  
attaching elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
0.2 - 4.0  
2.0  
(1/64 - 3/16)  
Fagoting, decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Fagoting cross stitch  
Couching stitch  
Fagoting, bridging and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching, attaching  
cord and couching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.2  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Patchwork double  
overlock stitch  
Patchwork stitches, decorative  
stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Smocking stitch  
Rick-rack stitch  
Decorative stitch  
Decorative stitch  
Hemstitching  
Smocking, decorative stitching  
Decorative top stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching and  
appliqué  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching  
5.5  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Hemstitching  
Decorative hems and bridging  
stitch  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement and seaming  
stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
or decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Straight stitch (Left)  
General sewing, gather,  
pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is  
sewn while pressing “Reverse/ (0)  
0.0  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Straight stitch (Left)  
General sewing, gather,  
pintuck, etc. Reinforcement  
0.0  
stitch is sewn while pressing  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
“Reverse/Reinforcement  
Stitch” button.  
Straight stitch (Middle)  
Straight stitch (Middle)  
General sewing, gather,  
pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is  
sewn while pressing “Reverse/ (1/8)  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
3.5  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
General sewing, gather,  
pintuck, etc. Reinforcement  
3.5  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
OK  
( J )  
stitch is sewn while pressing  
(1/8)  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
“Reverse/Reinforcement  
Stitch” button.  
Triple stretch stitch  
Stem stitch  
General sewing for  
reinforcement and decorative  
topstitching  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforced stitching, sewing  
and decorative applications  
1.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/16 - 1/8)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitch  
Basting stitch  
Decorative stitching, top  
stitching  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Basting  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
20.0  
5.0 - 30.0  
NO  
(3/4) (3/16 - 1-3/16)  
Zigzag stitch (Middle)  
For overcasting, mending.  
Reverse stitch is sewn while  
pressing “Reverse/  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
OK  
( J )  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Zigzag stitch (Middle)  
For overcasting, mending.  
Reinforcement stitch is sewn  
while pressing “Reverse/  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
OK  
( J )  
Reinforcement Stitch” button.  
Zigzag stitch (Right)  
Zigzag stitch (Left)  
2 step elastic zigzag  
3 step elastic zigzag  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Start from right needle  
position, zigzag sew at left.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
1.4  
0.3 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Start from left needle position,  
zigzag sew at right.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
1.4  
0.3 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Overcasting (medium weight  
and stretch fabrics), tape and  
elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Overcasting (medium,  
heavyweight and stretch  
fabrics), tape and elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Reinforcing of light and  
medium weight fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 5.0  
2.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/32 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforcing of heavyweight  
fabric  
5.0  
2.5 - 5.0  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/16) (3/32 - 3/16) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforcing of medium,  
heavyweight and easily frayed  
fabrics or decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Reinforced seaming of stretch  
fabric  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 9/32)  
2.5  
0.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Key  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Overcasting stitch  
Reinforcing of medium stretch  
fabric and heavyweight fabric,  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 9/32)  
2.5  
0.5 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/32 - 3/16)  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
or decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Stretch knit seam  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement and seaming  
stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Single diamond  
overcast  
Reinforcement of stretch fabric  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.8  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
Straight stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 2.5  
(0 - 3/32)  
2.5  
0.2 - 5.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(3/32) (1/64 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
Zigzag stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
With side cutter  
Overcasting stitch while cutting  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.5 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Piecing stitch (Right)  
Piecing stitch (Middle)  
Piecing stitch (Left)  
Hand-look quilting  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) right  
seam allowance  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
—
—
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Piecework/patchwork  
6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) left  
seam allowance  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.2 - 5.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Quilting stitch made to look like  
hand quilting stitch  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
zigzag stitch  
Zigzag stitch for quilting and  
sewing on appliqué quilt  
pieces  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 4.0  
(0 - 3/16)  
Quilting appliqué  
stitch  
Quilting stitch for invisible  
appliqué or attaching binding  
1.5  
0.5 - 5.0  
1.8  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Quilting stippling  
Background quilting  
7.0  
1.0 - 7.0  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/4)  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Blind hem stitch  
Blind hem stitch  
Blanket stitch  
Hemming woven fabrics  
Hemming stretch fabric  
2.0  
1.0 - 3.5  
00  
00  
3← − →3  
3← − →3  
(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
2.0  
1.0 - 3.5  
(1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
Appliqués, decorative blanket  
stitch  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Shell tuck edge  
Satin scallop stitch  
Scallop stitch  
Shell tuck edge finish on  
fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Decorating collar of blouse,  
edge of handkerchief  
5.0  
(3/16)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.1 - 1.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Decorating collar of blouse,  
edge of handkerchief  
7.0  
(1/4)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.4  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Patchwork join stitch  
Patchwork stitches, decorative  
stitching  
4.0  
(1/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.2  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Patchwork double  
overlock stitch  
Patchwork stitches, decorative  
stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Couching stitch  
Smocking stitch  
Feather stitch  
Decorative stitching, attaching  
cord and couching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.2  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Smocking, decorative stitching  
Fagoting, decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Fagoting cross stitch  
Tape attaching  
Fagoting, bridging and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Attaching tape to seam in  
stretch fabric  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/61 - 3/16)  
Ladder stitch  
Decorative stitching  
Decorative top stitching  
Decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
3.0  
2.0 - 4.0  
NO  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Rick-rack stitch  
Decorative stitch  
Serpentine stitch  
Decorative stitch  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.5  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 7.0  
(0 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching and  
attaching elastic  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Decorative stitching and  
appliqué  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
OK  
( J )  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Key  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Decorative stippling  
stitch  
Decorative stitching  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching zigzag  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Honeycomb stitch  
Honeycomb stitch  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Decorative hems, triple straight  
at left  
1.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems, triple straight  
at center  
3.5  
(1/8)  
1.0 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems, top stitching  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems, lace  
attaching pin stitch  
3.5  
(1/8)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems  
3.0  
(1/8)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems daisy stitch  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
Heirloom, decorative hems  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
4.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.5  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
4.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(3/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
4.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.5  
1.6 - 4.0  
(3/32) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Key  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Hemstitching  
Decorative hems and bridging  
stitch  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
2.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Hemstitching  
Decorative hems. Fagoting,  
attaching ribbon  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
3.0  
1.5 - 4.0  
(1/8) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Decorative hems, smocking  
Decorative hems, smocking  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
5.0  
(3/16)  
1.5 - 7.0  
(1/16 - 1/4)  
1.6  
1.0 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/16 - 3/16)  
Narrow rounded  
buttonhole  
Buttonhole on light to medium  
weight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Wide round ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes with extra space  
for larger buttons  
5.5  
(7/32)  
3.5 - 5.5  
(1/8 - 7/32)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Tapered round ended  
buttonhole  
Reinforced waist tapered  
buttonholes  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Round ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes with vertical bar  
tack in heavyweight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Round double ended  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes for fine, medium  
to heavyweight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Narrow squared  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes for light to medium  
weight fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
3.0 - 5.0  
(1/8 - 3/16)  
0.4  
0.2 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Stretch buttonhole  
Heirloom buttonhole  
Bound buttonhole  
Keyhole buttonhole  
Buttonholes for stretch or  
woven fabrics  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
3.0 - 6.0  
1.0  
0.5 - 2.0  
(1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/32 - 1/16)  
Buttonholes for heirloom and  
stretch fabrics  
6.0  
(15/  
64)  
3.0 - 6.0  
1.5  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/8 - 15/64) (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8)  
The first step in making bound  
buttonholes  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0 - 6.0  
(0 - 15/64)  
2.0  
0.2 - 4.0  
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)  
Buttonholes in heavyweight or  
thick fabrics for larger flat  
buttons  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Tapered keyhole  
buttonhole  
Buttonholes in medium to  
heavy weight fabrics for larger  
flat buttons  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Keyhole buttonhole  
Darning  
Buttonholes with vertical bar  
tack for reinforcement in  
heavyweight or thick fabrics  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0 - 7.0  
(1/8 - 1/4)  
0.5  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/32) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Darning of medium weight  
fabric  
7.0  
(1/4)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.4 - 2.5  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Darning  
Darning of heavyweight fabric  
7.0  
(1/4)  
2.5 - 7.0  
(3/32 - 1/4)  
2.0  
0.4 - 2.5  
(1/16) (1/64 - 1/16)  
Bar tack  
Reinforcement at opening of  
pocket, etc.  
2.0  
(1/16)  
1.0 - 3.0  
(1/16 - 1/8)  
0.4  
0.3 - 1.0  
(1/64) (1/64 - 1/16)  
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STITCH SETTING CHART  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Presser  
Foot  
Twin  
Needle  
Stitch Name  
Key  
Applications  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Button sewing  
Eyelet  
Attaching buttons  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5 - 4.5  
(3/32 - 3/16)  
—
—
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
NO  
For making eyelets, holes on  
belts, etc.  
7.0 6.0 5.0  
(1/4 15/64 3/  
16)  
7.0  
7.0 6.0 5.0  
7.0  
(1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16) (1/4)  
Diagonally left up  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Reverse (Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
Diagonally right up  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
Sideways to left  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric  
Sideways to right  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric  
Diagonally left down  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
Forward (Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
Diagonally right down  
(Straight)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
Sideways to left  
(Zigzag)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric  
Sideways to right  
(Zigzag)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric  
Forward (Zigzag)  
Reverse (Zigzag)  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
For attaching appliqué on  
tubular pieces of fabric and  
mitering corners  
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INDEX  
INDEX  
elastic zigzag stitches ................................................................... 74  
elongation key ............................................................................ 109  
error messages ............................................................................ 145  
eyelets .......................................................................................... 95  
Numerics  
1/4" quilting foot with guide ..........................................................58  
A
F
accessories ....................................................................................11  
air vent ...........................................................................................9  
alarm ..........................................................................................147  
alphabet patterns  
fabrics  
fabric/thread/needle combinations ............................................ 37  
sewing heavyweight fabric ....................................................... 43  
sewing lightweight fabric .......................................................... 43  
sewing stretch fabrics ............................................................... 90  
fagoting ........................................................................................ 83  
feed dogs ................................................................................10, 62  
flat fell seams ............................................................................... 70  
flatbed attachment with accessory compartment ......................9, 11  
foot controller .............................................................................. 41  
foot controller jack ......................................................................... 9  
free-motion quilting  
character/decorative stitches ...................................................103  
appliqués ........................................................................ 60, 72, 80  
arrow keys ..................................................................................129  
attaching elastic tape ............................................................. 74, 84  
automatic drop feed ............................................................... 62, 94  
automatic fabric sensor system ............................................... 22, 48  
automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching .....................................45  
automatic thread cutting key .........................................................46  
foot height ................................................................................ 22  
free-motion echo quilting foot “E” ............................................ 64  
free-motion open toe quilting foot “O” ..................................... 63  
free-motion quilting foot “C” .................................................... 62  
free-motion sewing mode .......................................................62, 65  
B
back to beginning key ........................................................ 108, 111  
bar tacks .......................................................................................92  
basting ..........................................................................................68  
blind hem stitch ............................................................................79  
block move key ..........................................................................131  
bobbin ................................................................................... 25, 28  
bobbin cover ......................................................................... 10, 28  
bobbin holder ...............................................................................26  
bobbin thread  
inserting ....................................................................................28  
pulling up .................................................................................28  
winding .....................................................................................25  
bobbin winder ................................................................................9  
bobbin winding thread guide ............................................ 9, 26, 27  
button sewing ...............................................................................94  
buttonhole lever .............................................................. 10, 88, 92  
buttonhole stitches ........................................................................87  
G
grid direction key ....................................................................... 129  
H
handle ............................................................................................ 9  
handwheel ..................................................................................... 9  
heirloom stitching ........................................................................ 85  
horizontal mirror image key ....................................................... 109  
I
image key ................................................................................... 130  
insert key .................................................................................... 132  
C
character/decorative stitches  
K
adjusting .................................................................................106  
combining ...............................................................................112  
editing .....................................................................................108  
key functions ...........................................................................108  
retrieving ............................................................... 122, 123, 135  
saving ................................................................... 119, 121, 134  
selecting ..................................................................................102  
sewing ....................................................................................105  
stitch selection screens ............................................................102  
cleaning ......................................................................................138  
combining  
key functions  
character/decorative stitches ................................................... 108  
utility stitches ........................................................................... 20  
knee lifter .................................................................................9, 42  
knee lifter slot ................................................................................. 9  
L
languages ..................................................................................... 22  
LCD .........................................................................................9, 19  
character/decorative stitches ...................................................112  
crazy quilts ...................................................................................73  
M
machine operation mode key ....................................................... 23  
machine setting mode key ............................................................ 22  
main power switch ...................................................................9, 18  
maintenance .............................................................................. 138  
memory  
character/decorative stitches ...........................................119, 121  
utility ........................................................................................ 53  
mirror image key .......................................................................... 53  
multi-directional sewing ............................................................... 96  
MY CUSTOM STITCH  
D
daisy stitch ....................................................................................85  
darning .........................................................................................91  
darts ..............................................................................................69  
drawn work ........................................................................... 85, 86  
drop feed key ................................................................................21  
E
echo quilting .................................................................................64  
editing  
designing ................................................................................ 126  
entering data .......................................................................... 128  
key functions .......................................................................... 128  
character/decorative stitches ...................................................108  
MY CUSTOM STITCH .............................................................128  
159  
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INDEX  
thread tension ...........................................................................45  
zigzag width .............................................................................44  
sewing speed controller .................................................... 9, 11, 40  
sewing type selection key .............................................................54  
shell tuck stitching ........................................................................81  
side cutter .....................................................................................77  
single/repeat sewing key .............................................................110  
single/triple stitching key .............................................................129  
size key .......................................................................................109  
smocking ......................................................................................82  
specifications ..............................................................................148  
spool cap ........................................................................................9  
Spool net ......................................................................................15  
spool pin .........................................................................................9  
spool stand ...................................................................................12  
start/stop button ..................................................................... 11, 40  
step patterns ................................................................................117  
stitch length ..................................................................................44  
stitch width ...................................................................................44  
stitching density ..........................................................................110  
straight stitch .................................................................................66  
supplemental spool pin ..................................................... 9, 25, 32  
N
needle  
changing the position ............................................................... 68  
fabric/thread/needle combinations ............................................ 37  
replacing .................................................................................. 35  
settings ..................................................................................... 19  
twin needle ............................................................................... 32  
needle bar thread guide ...................................................10, 30, 32  
needle clamp screw ...................................................................... 10  
needle mode selection key (single/twin) ................................ 32, 33  
needle plate .................................................................................. 10  
needle plate cover ............................................................... 10, 138  
needle position ............................................................................. 68  
needle position button .................................................................. 11  
needle threader lever ............................................................... 9, 31  
O
operation buttons .................................................................... 9, 11  
options ......................................................................................... 16  
overcasting ......................................................................72, 74, 75  
P
T
patchwork .................................................................................... 73  
pattern explanation key ................................................................ 24  
piecing ......................................................................................... 58  
pin tucks ....................................................................................... 71  
pivoting ................................................................................. 22, 47  
point delete key .......................................................................... 129  
power cord ................................................................................... 18  
presser foot ................................................................................... 10  
pressure ............................................................................. 22, 48  
replacing .................................................................................. 34  
presser foot code .......................................................................... 19  
presser foot holder ................................................................. 10, 34  
presser foot lever ..................................................................... 9, 43  
presser foot lifter button ................................................................ 11  
presser foot/needle exchange key ....................................32, 34, 35  
pretension disk ...................................................................... 26, 27  
thread  
fabric/thread/needle combinations ............................................37  
thread cutter ............................................................................ 9, 31  
thread cutter button ........................................................ 11, 41, 46  
thread guide ................................................................9, 26, 27, 32  
thread guide plate ............................................................. 9, 27, 30  
thread take-up lever check window .................................. 9, 30, 31  
thread tension ...............................................................................45  
top cover ........................................................................................9  
topstitching ............................................................................ 59, 82  
touch pen ............................................................................ 15, 141  
holder .........................................................................................9  
U
upgrading ...................................................................................149  
upper threading ............................................................................29  
twin needle ...............................................................................32  
USB connector ................................................................................9  
USB port  
for computer .................................................................. 121, 134  
utility stitches ......................................................................... 24, 54  
key functions .............................................................................20  
saving .......................................................................................53  
selecting a stitch ........................................................................53  
sewing ......................................................................................40  
sewing type selection key ..........................................................54  
stitch selection screens ..............................................................52  
Q
quilting ......................................................................................... 56  
free-motion ............................................................................... 62  
R
reinforcement stitching .......................................................... 42, 45  
retrieving  
character/decorative stitches .......................................... 122, 135  
computer ....................................................................... 123, 135  
reverse stitching ...............................................................42, 45, 66  
reverse/reinforcement stitch button ........................................ 11, 42  
V
vertical mirror image key ............................................................109  
S
satin stitching ............................................................................... 61  
saving  
W
character/decorative stitches ................................................... 119  
computer ....................................................................... 121, 134  
machine’s memory ................................................................. 119  
utility stitches ............................................................................ 53  
scalloping ..................................................................................... 81  
screen  
adjusting ................................................................................. 140  
locking ..................................................................................... 49  
securing stitching .......................................................................... 42  
set key ........................................................................................ 129  
settings  
walking foot ..................................................................................59  
wide table .....................................................................................38  
Z
zigzag stitch ..................................................................................72  
stitch width ...............................................................................44  
zipper insertion .............................................................................97  
automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching ................................. 45  
automatic thread cutting ........................................................... 46  
LCD density ..................................................................... 22, 140  
stitch length .............................................................................. 44  
160  
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