User manual BROTHER XL-2600 BROCHURE

[. . . ] 1 2 3 4 5 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING BUILT-IN STITCHES SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS APPENDIX Operation Manual 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. Always unplug the machine before you change the light bulb. [. . . ] When using these needles or threads you will need to thread the needle by hand. Make sure the main power switch is off when threading. 23 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Drawing up the Lower Thread 1 thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you While lightly holding the end of the upper (counterclockwise) by hand to lower and then raise the needle. Quick-set Bobbin Threading This is only available on certain models. You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be left over. Before you draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. 1 of the arrow, and leave it there without Pass the thread along the slit in the direction cutting it. 2 thread. Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower · The bobbin cover should still be removed. 2 previous steps 1 to 3. 3 Draw up the lower thread as described in the Replace the bobbin cover. Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches. 3 and put them toward the back of the machine Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads under the presser foot. CAUTION Use only twin needles that have been 1 2 1 Upper thread 2 Lower thread made for this machine (part code: X57521-021). Other needles could break and damage the machine. When using the twin needle, make sure the stitch width is not set above 3 since this may cause the needle to hit the needle plate and break. Make sure that the needle does not strike the presser foot. When using the twin needle, make sure you use the zigzag presser foot only. 24 Attaching the Twin Needle Attach the twin needle in the same way as a single needle (see page 8). The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should face toward you. Attaching the Extra Spool Pin Put the extra spool pin in the hole on the top of the machine. Put the second spool of thread onto the extra spool pin. Thread Tension The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. 1 Memo We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew. Correct Tension Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your fabric. 2 Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. 1 Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle (see page 21). 2 Thread the right needle in the same way that 1 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 Surface of fabric Back of fabric Upper thread Lower thread Loops appear on surface of fabric Loops appear on back of fabric Thread the right needle. you threaded the left needle using the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin, but do not pass the thread through the guide above the needle before you pass it through the eye of the right needle. Upper Tension is too Tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric. 2 3 2 1 3 5 4 5 4 3 1 1 Left needle thread passes through the needle bar thread guide 2 Right needle thread passes in front of the needle bar thread guide 3 Needle bar thread guide Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a lower number. Upper Tension is too Loose Loops appear on the back of the fabric. 2 6 Note Models Equipped with a Needle Threader You can not use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. 1 3 4 5 4 3 Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper tension control dial to a higher number. 25 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Broadcloth Medium weight fabrics Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Lightweight fabrics Georgette Challis, Satin Denim Heavyweight fabrics Corduroy Tweed Stretch fabrics Jersey Tricot Thread Type Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized Silk or silk finished Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized Silk Cotton Thread synthetic mercerized Silk Thread for knits Thread synthetic mercerized Silk 50­60 Ball point needle (golden colored) 75/11­90/14 90/14­100/16 60­80 50­80 30­50 50 90/14­100/16 65/9­75/11 60­80 75/11­90/14 50­80 Size Size of Needle For top stitching 30 Memo For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. You can also use the same thread for the bobbin thread and upper threading. CAUTION Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle (65/9-75/11), may bend or break the needle. The wrong combination may also cause the seam to be uneven, the fabric to pucker, or the machine to skip stitches. 26 2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING Please Read Before Sewing CAUTION To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine. [. . . ] Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the needle holder to the highest position. Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew. [. . . ]