Brother VX 1400 operation manual Contents

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CONTENTS

Table des matiéres

 

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PRINCIPAL PARTS

1

ACCESSORIES

3

OPERATING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

4

Connecting Plugs

4

Main Power and Sewing Light Switches

5

Foot Controller

5

Inserting the Needle

6

Checking the Needle

6

Changing the Presser Foot

7

Converting to Free-Arm Style

8

Steadying the Machine

8

VARIOUS CONTROLS

9

Pattern Selection Dial

9

PATTERNS AND STITCH NAMES

10

Reverse Sewing Lever

12

THREADING THE MACHINE

12

Winding the Bobbin

12

Lower Threading

14

Upper (Needle) Threading

15

Drawing Up Lower Thread

17

Twin-Needle Sewing

18

Thread Tension

19

RELATIVE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND

 

THREADS

21

Straight Stitching

23

Zigzag Stitching

25

Blind Hem Stitching

26

Elastic Stitching

27

Shell Tuck Stitching

28

Making a Buttonhole

29

Buttonhole Fine Adjustment

33

Button Sewing

34

Zipper Insertion

35

Gathering

36

Darning

37

Appliques

38

Monogramming and Embroidering

39

Changing the Bulb

41

Oiling

42

Cleaning

42

Performance Checklist

44

Repacking the Machine

53

INDEX

54

 

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PIECES PRINCIPALES

1

ACCESSOIRES

3

FONCTIONNEMENT DE LA MACHINE A COUDRE

4

Raccordement

4

Interrupteur principal et de la lampe

5

Pédale

5

Pour mettre l’aiguille en place

6

Vérification de l’aiguille

6

Changement de pied-de-biche

7

Modèle bras libre

8

Pour stabiliser la machine

8

DESCRIPTIF DES DIFFERENTES COMMANDES

9

Sélecteur de modèle de point

9

MODELES ET NOMS DES POINTS

10

Levier de couture en marche arrière

12

ENFILAGE DE LA MACHINE

12

Remplissage de la canette

12

Mise en place du fil inférieur

14

Mise en place du fil supérieur (fil de l’aiguille)

15

Remontée du fil inférieur

17

Couture avec l’aiguille jumelée

18

Tension des fils

19

TABLEAU DES COMBINAISONS TISSU/AIGUILLE/FIL

21

Point droit

23

Points zigzag

25

Point élastique invisible

26

Point élastique

27

Point picot

28

Création d’une boutonnière

29

Equilibrage des boutonnières

33

Pour coudre un bouton

34

Insertion de fermeture à glissière

35

Pour froncer un tissu

36

Reprisage

37

Appliques

38

Monogrammes et broderies

39

Remplacement de l’ampoule

41

Graissage

42

Nettoyage

42

Liste de vérification en cas de défaillances

44

Emballage de la machine

53

INDEX

55

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Contents Page Important Safety Instructions Conserver CES Instructions Sicherheitsbestimmungen Belangrijke Veiligheidsinstructies Contents Fadenführung Draad Inrijgen Indice ÍndiceZubehör Toebehoren Overzicht VAN MATERIALEN, Naalden EN GarensPrincipal Parts Hauptbestandteilebelangrijkste OnderdelenPieces Principales Principal PartsHauptbestandteile Belangrijkste OnderdelenAccessoriesaccessoires ZubehörtoebehorenBedienung Ihrer Nähmaschine Operating Your Sewing MachineFonctionnement DE LA Machine a Coudre Gebruik VAN DE NaaimachineInterrupteur principal et de la lampe Main Power and Sewing Light SwitchesFoot Controller PédaleChecking the Needle Inserting the NeedlePour mettre l’aiguille en place Vérification de l’aiguilleNähfuß wechseln Changing the Presser FootChangement de pied-de-biche De persvoet vervangenSteadying the Machine Converting to Free-Arm StyleModèle bras libre Pour stabiliser la machineVerschiedene Regler Descriptif DES Differentes CommandesVarious Controls BedieningstoetsenPatterns and Stitch Names Modeles ET Noms DES PointsStichmuster UND -NAMEN Patroonen EN SteeknamenLevier de couture en marche arrière Threading the MachineEnfilage DE LA Machine Remplissage de la canetteAufspulen FadenführungDraad Inrijgen De spoel opwindenLower Threading Mise en place du fil inférieurUnterfadenführung De onderdraad aanbrengen Upper Needle Threading Mise en place du fil supérieur Fil de l’aiguilleDe bovendraad inrijgen Bring the thread down and pass it behind the thread guide Heraufholen des Unterfadens Drawing Up Lower ThreadRemontée du fil inférieur Oppakken van de onderdraadCouture avec l’aiguille jumelée Twin-Needle SewingNähen mit zwei Nadeln Naaien met een dubbele naaldFadenspannung Thread TensionTension des fils DraadspanningBobbin CanetteSpoel Relative Chart of Sewing FABRICS, Needles and Threads Tableau DES Combinaisons TISSU/AIGUILLE/FILStoff Nadelgrösse Fadenstärke STOFF-, NADEL- & GarntabelleOverzicht VAN MATERIALEN, Naalden EN Garens Materialen Naalden GarensStraight Stitching Point droitGerades Nähen Rechte steek Nähbeginn Abb. a Zickzackstich Zigzagsteek Zigzag StitchingPoints zigzag Point ZigzagBlind Hem Stitching Point élastique invisibleBlindstich Blindzoomsteek Elastic Stitching Point élastiqueElastischer Zickzack Elastische steek Shell Tuck Stitching Point picotDessousstich Schelp-rijgsteek Création d’une boutonnière Making a ButtonholeKnopfloch nähen Een knoopsgat makenStep Sewn Portion Pattern How to Sew Marche a Suivre Pour Faire UNE BoutonniereSchritt Genähter Teil Muster Wie nähen? Stiche Sichern UND Knopfloch Aufschneiden Securing the Stitching and Cutting the BUTTON- HoleComment Arreter LA Couture ET Ouvrir LA BOUTON- Niere Knoopsgat Afhechten EN DoorsnijdenKnopfloch-fein-einstellung Buttonhole Fine AdjustmentEquilibrage des boutonnières Afstelling voor knoopsgatenKnöpfe annähen Button SewingPour coudre un bouton Knopen aanzettenEinnähen eines Reißverschlusses Zipper InsertionInsertion de fermeture à glissière Een rits inzettenGathering Pour froncer un tissuReffen Plooien Stopfen DarningReprisage StoppenAppliques AppliquesApplizieren Applicaties Monogramme und Stickarbeiten Monogramming and EmbroideringMonogrammes et broderies Monogrammen en bordurenMonogrammes fig. a Nählichtlampe auswechseln Remplacement de l’ampouleChanging the Bulb Het lampje verwisselenGraissage CleaningOiling ÖlenReinigung ReinigingPerformance Checklist ChecklisteControlelijst Contact Your Local Service Center Liste DE Verification EN CAS DE Defaillances Checkliste Neem Contact OP MET UW SERVICE-CENTRUM Machine is Noisy or Slow Liste DE Verification DES Defaillances Stoff Wird Nicht Richtig TRANSPOR- Tiert Machine Lawaaiig Langzaam Repacking the Machine WichtigBelangrijk Emballage de la machineIndex Embroidering 39-40Index Broderies 39-40Indice SeiteÍndice PaginaEnglish Franch German Dutch

VX 1400 specifications

The Brother VX 1400 is a versatile sewing machine designed for both novice and experienced sewists. Known for its user-friendly features, the VX 1400 combines reliability with innovative technology to deliver exceptional performance.

One of the standout features of the Brother VX 1400 is its built-in stitch options. With a selection of over 25 stitches, including utility stitches, decorative stitches, and stretch stitches, this machine allows users to explore a variety of sewing projects. The easy-to-use selector dial makes it simple to choose the desired stitch, ensuring that users can complete their tasks with efficiency and precision.

The VX 1400 is equipped with an automatic needle threader, a game-changer for those sewing for extended periods. This feature simplifies the threading process, allowing users to focus more on their creative projects rather than dealing with frustrating interruptions. Additionally, the top-loading bobbin system further enhances convenience, making it easier to insert and monitor bobbin thread levels.

Another key characteristic of the Brother VX 1400 is its compact design. Lightweight and portable, this sewing machine is ideal for those who want to take their sewing on the go. Whether you’re heading to a sewing class or working on a project at a friend’s house, the VX 1400 is easy to transport without compromising on functionality.

The machine also features adjustable stitch length and width, providing sewists with complete control over their creations. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for various fabrics, from lightweight materials to heavier textiles, allowing users to customize their sewing experience.

For additional convenience, the Brother VX 1400 comes with an attached free arm, which is perfect for sewing cylindrical projects like sleeves and pant legs. This feature greatly enhances ease of use, particularly for intricate sewing tasks.

In terms of technology, the VX 1400 maintains simplicity while incorporating modern conveniences that cater to today’s sewing enthusiasts. Overall, the Brother VX 1400 stands out in its class by combining essential features with ease of use, making it a great choice for anyone interested in the art of sewing. Whether you're mending clothing or creating beautiful home decor, this machine is equipped to handle a wide range of sewing tasks. With the Brother VX 1400, your creative possibilities are virtually endless.