Brother XL-3500 operation manual Please Read These Instructions Before YOU USE the Machine

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UNPACKING/REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL DESEMBALAJEY EL REEMBALAJE

Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired. If you do not pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine could be damaged.

Please follow the diagram below to unpack and repack the machine.

Guarde el cartón y los materiales de embalaje. Puede que tenga que llevar o enviar la máquina al servicio de reparaciones. Si no la empaqueta correctamente, o no utiliza el material de embalaje adecuado, la máquina podría dañarse.

Para desembalar y reembalar la máquina, consulte el diagrama que se muestra a continuación.

IMPORTANT/IMPORTANTE

●This packing material is designed to prevent damage. Save this packing material if you need to take or send this machine to be repaired.

●Este material de embalaje está diseñado para evitar daños. Guarde este material por si tuviera que llevar o enviar la máquina al servicio de reparaciones.

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE.

To use the machine safely

1.Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts.

2.Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the following circumstances: •When you have stopped using the machine

•When you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part •If there is a power failure while you are using the machine

•If you are checking or cleaning 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.

To give your machine a longer life

1.Do not store this machine in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions. Do not use or store the machine near a heater, iron, halogen lamp or other hot objects.

2.Use only mild soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.

3.Do not drop or hit the machine.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Important Safety Instructions Instrucciones Importantes DE Seguridad For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Please Read These Instructions Before YOU USE the Machine LEA Estas Instrucciones Antes DE Utilizar LA Máquina Contents Using Attachments and Applications Devanado de la bobina Enhebrado del hilo inferior Control de longitud de puntada Costura elásticaEnhebrado del hilo superior Costura con aguja gemela Tensión del hiloUtilización del pie móvil Cambio de la bombilla Limpieza Solución de problemasFruncidos Zurcidos Aplicaciones Main Parts Permite subir y bajar la aguja de forma manual Esta pieza sostiene el carrete de hiloPara cortar los hilos, páselos por el cortador de hilo Accessories / Accesorios Part Name Part Code Others Optional Accessories / Accesorios opcionalesUsing Your Sewing Machine USO DE LA Máquina DE Coser Foot Controller / Pedal Connecting Plugs Conexión de enchufesMachine must be unplugged. For U.S.A. only Sólo para EE.UUParallel space / Espacio paralelo Checking the Needle Comprobación de la agujaReplacing the Needle Cambio de la aguja Presser foot lever / Palanca del pie prensatela Shank / Lengüeta Changing the Presser Foot Cambio del pie prensatelaPresser Foot / Pie prensatela Flat Bed Attachment Unidad de cama plana Using a Free-arm Style Uso del estilo de brazo libreSlide the flat bed attachment to the left to release it Flat bed attachment / Unidad de cama planaPattern Selection Dial Selector de puntadas Controls / ControlesPattern / Dibujo Stitch Name Stitches / 25 puntadasManual Stitches3/16 Fixed / Fija Fixed / Fija3/16 3/32 Stitches Nombre de la puntada13/64 3/32 Stretch Stitching Costura elástica Stitch Length Dial Control de longitud de puntadaStitches / 35 puntadas Selecting a Stretch Stitch Selección de un tipo de puntada elásticaReverse Sewing Lever Pulsador de retroceso Stitch Width Dial Control de anchura de puntadaNumbers marked on the dial represent the stitch width Reverse sewing lever / Pulsador de retrocesoWinding the Bobbin / Devanado de la bobina Threading the Machine / Enhebrado DE LA MáquinaXL2600US-Sp.book Page 27 Thursday, November 4, 2004 1141 AM Pulg This model Other models Lower Threading Enhebrado del hilo inferiorActual size Tamaño real 11.5 mm Cover / Tapa Slide button / Deslizador Illustration Replace the cover so that the endCover as shown by the line Cutter / Cuchilla Suba el pie prensatela con la palanca del pie prensatela Upper Threading / Enhebrado del hilo superiorPutneedle.the thread behind the guide above Hook / Ganchillo Thread / Hilo This feature is only available on certain modelsApague la máquina y baje la palanca del pie prensatela XL2600US-Sp.book Page 35 Thursday, November 4, 2004 1141 AM Quick-set Bobbin Threading Sewing with a Twin Needle Costura con aguja gemela3Replace the bobbin cover Vuelva a colocar la tapa de la bobina1Thread the left needle Attaching the Twin Needle Colocación de la aguja gemelaModels Equipped with a Needle Threader Modelos equipados con un enhebrador de agujaCorrect Tension / Tensión adecuada Thread Tension Tensión del hiloUpper Tension is too Tight Upper Tension is too LooseMedida Aguja Fabric Type Thread Size of NeedleTipo de tela Hilo Medida de la XL2600US-Sp.book Page 40 Thursday, November 4, 2004 1141 AM Straight Stitching / Costura recta Changing Sewing Direction Cambio de la dirección de costura Pase el hilo superior por la punta del pie prensatelaFinishing Sewing Finalización de la costura Zigzag Stitching Costura en zig-zagMachine Para preparar la máquina para la siguiente Zig-zagSatin Stitch / Puntada para satén Esta costura actúa como costura reforzadaCosa en el pliegue como se indica en la figura C Blind Hem Stitching Costura invisible para dobladilloSew on the fold as in Fig. C Shell Tuck Stitching Costura de concha Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normalElastic Stitching Costura elástica 3/16Joining Fabric / Unión de trozos de tela Double Action Stitching Costura de doble acciónSewing Elastic / Costura de gomas Overedge Stitching Costura de sobreorilla Patchworking Costura de patchworkPuntada de 3/16Ajuste el selector de puntadas en la puntada de sobreorilla Feather Stitching Costura de plumas1Setstitch.the pattern selection dial to an overedge Zig-zag triple Decorative Stitching Costura decorativaPuntada HojaXL2600US-Sp.book Page 51 Thursday, November 4, 2004 1141 AM Length Width Pattern Making a Buttonhole Realización de un ojalFoot OjalesPattern Making a Buttonhole Realización de un ojal Step / PasoZona cosida Dibujo StepAdjusting Buttonholes Ajuste de ojales 2Removeoutlet. the power supply plug from 5Connectoutlet. the power supply plug into the wallSewing Buttons Costura de botones Stitch Length WidthCentro Zipper Insertion Costura de cremallerasRecta Zipper foot / Pie para cremallerasPuntada recta Gathering / FruncidosSetStitch.the pattern selection dial to Straight Sewstitches.a single row or many rows of straightAppliqués / Aplicaciones Darning / ZurcidosStitch Length De laCorte toda la tela que quede fuera de la costura 3Cutstitching.away any fabric that is left outsideDe la Dibujo OtroKeep fingers away from moving parts, especially needles Asegure con unas cuantas puntadas rectas al final del diseño Cosa el contorno del diseño moviendo el aro de bordado16-3/16 16-1/8 Optional Accessories / Accesorios OpcionalesUsing the Walking Foot Utilización del pie móvil Remove the power supply plug from 1outlet Using the Quilting Foot Utilización del pie para acolchadosRecta 2Raise the needle and the presser footQuilting design / Diseño de acolchado 6SetStitch.the pattern selection dial to the StraightUtilización del pie para acolchados de 1/4 pulgadas Using the 1/4-inch Quilting FootNombre de la Stitch Name Length Width PatternDespués de coser entre 2 3/4 pulg. y 3 cm Zig-zag Any Puntada Cualquiera RectaAjuste el selector de puntadas en la puntada de zig-zag 4SetStitch.the pattern selection dial to the ZigzagScrew / Tornillo Guide / Guía Screw / Tornillo Guide / Guía Folded hem / DobladilloChanging the Light Bulb Cambio de la bombilla Maintenance / MantenimientoCleaning brush / Cepillo de limpieza Race / Pista Cleaning / LimpiezaGraspthe left.the bobbin case, and then lift it out to Coja la caja de la bobina y tire de ella hacia la izquierdaTab / Pestaña Notch / Muesca Screws / Tornillos Install the needle plate coverSymptom Possible cause How to put it right TroubleshootingOr breaks LowerThread ten Fabric isSkipped Stitches areThere is a high Pitched noise While sewingSíntoma Causa posible Solución Referencia Solución de problemasEl hilo inferior El hilo superiorSe rompe Hilo no es La tensión delCorrecta La tela estáUtilizar el No se puedeEnhebrador de AgujaNumerics IndexAguja gemela Colocación Opcionales AgujaBobina Bobina rápida Bombilla

XL-3500 specifications

The Brother XL-3500 is a versatile and user-friendly sewing machine designed for both beginners and experienced crafters. Known for its reliability and ease of use, this machine offers a wide range of features that cater to various sewing projects, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enhance their sewing skills.

One of the standout features of the Brother XL-3500 is its 35 built-in stitches, including utility, decorative, and quilting options. This variety allows users to explore creativity while meeting the demands of various sewing tasks. Each stitch can be easily selected via a straightforward dial, ensuring a hassle-free experience when changing stitches.

The XL-3500 also comes equipped with an automatic one-step buttonhole feature, which simplifies the buttonhole creation process. Users can quickly and accurately sew buttonholes, making garment construction or repair effortless. Additionally, the machine offers a convenient drop-in bobbin system, allowing for quick bobbin changes with minimal threading fuss. This feature is particularly appreciated by sewists who often switch between different threads and fabrics.

For added convenience, the Brother XL-3500 includes an easy-to-read LCD display that provides clear information about the selected stitch, allowing for seamless adjustments. The adjustable stitch length and width further enhance customization, enabling users to tailor their sewing according to their specific project needs.

The machine is also designed with portability in mind, featuring a lightweight build and a built-in carrying handle. This makes it easy to transport for classes, workshops, or simply moving it from room to room. Additionally, it includes a range of accessories such as presser feet, a needle set, and a foot pedal, ensuring that users have everything they need to get started right out of the box.

Safety features such as the automatic needle threading mechanism reduce the likelihood of errors and improve efficiency. The free arm functionality allows for easy access to tubular projects like sleeves or pant hems, making those tasks less cumbersome.

The Brother XL-3500 combines functionality with user-friendly design, making it an exceptional choice for anyone looking to embark on their sewing journey or expand their existing skills. With its diverse stitch options, ease of use, and thoughtful features, this machine stands out as a reliable tool for all sewing enthusiasts.
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