Brother EX 660 Stitches are, Skipped, There is a high, Pitched noise While sewing, Be used

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Symptom

Possible cause

 

 

How to put it right

Reference

 

 

You have not threaded the upper

Correct the upper threading.

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thread properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not used the right combi-

Choose a thread and needle that are

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nation of fabric, thread and needle.

appropriate for the type of fabric.

 

Stitches are

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The needle is bent or blunt.

Replace the needle.

 

 

skipped.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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You have not inserted the needle

Insert the needle properly.

 

 

 

 

 

properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dust has accumulated under the

Remove the needle plate cover and

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needle plate or in the bobbin case.

clean the plate and the bobbin case.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dust has built up in the feed dogs or

Clean the bobbin case.

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in the bobbin case.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not threaded the upper

Correct the upper threading.

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thread properly.

 

There is a high-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace the bobbin case.

 

 

pitched noise

 

 

 

while sewing.

The bobbin case is scratched.

Contact your retailer or the nearest

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authorized service center.

 

 

 

You have not used bobbin that has

Incorrect bobbins will not work

 

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properly. Only use a bobbin that has

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been designed for this machine.

 

been designed for this machine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Raise the needle either by turning the

 

 

 

 

handwheel toward you

 

 

The needle

You have not moved the needle

(counterclockwise) so that the mark

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holder to its highest position.

on the wheel points up or by pressing

 

 

 

threader can not

 

 

(needle position button) once or

 

 

be used.

 

 

 

 

 

twice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not inserted the needle

Insert the needle properly.

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properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The presser foot that you are using is

Attach the presser foot that is correct

 

 

 

for the type of stitch that you want to

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not correct for the type of stitch.

 

 

sew.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The stitch is not

The thread tension is incorrect.

Adjust the tension of the upper

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sewn correctly.

thread.

 

 

 

 

 

The thread is tangled, for example,

Remove the tangle thread. If the

 

 

 

thread is tangled in the bobbin case,

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in the bobbin case.

 

 

clean the bobbin case.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The feed dogs are lowered.

Slide the feed dog position lever to

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The stitch is too fine.

Lengthen the stitch length.

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The fabric does

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not used the right combi-

Choose a thread and needle that are

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not feed.

 

nation of fabric, thread and needle.

appropriate for the type of fabric.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The thread is tangled, for example,

Remove the tangle thread. If the

 

 

 

thread is tangled in the bobbin case,

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in the bobbin case.

 

 

clean the bobbin case.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sewing light

 

Contact your retailer or the nearest

 

 

bulb does not

The sewing lamp is damaged.

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authorized service center.

 

come on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Computerized Sewing Machine Important Safety Instructions For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only For safe operation For a longer service lifeContents Utility Stitches Main parts Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsNeedle and presser foot section Operation buttonsButtons provided on some models Operation panel Flat bed attachmentASlideopen theit. flat bed attachment to the left to Optional accessories AccessoriesCTo turn off the machine, set the main power switch to Using Your Sewing MachinePower supply precautions BSet the main power switch toChanging the needle stop position Foot controllerThreading the Machine Winding the bobbinETurn on the sewing machine GTrim the excess thread above the bobbin CSlide the bobbin winder shaft to the right For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding systemLower threading Tension-adjusting springFor models equipped with the quick-set bobbin Right side see arrow b until the cover clicks into placeUpper threading Thread take-up lever ECatch the thread on the hook as shown below Fully lower the needle threader leverGthe needle toward the back of the sewing MachineDrawing up the lower thread For models equipped with the quick-set bobbinALightly hold the end of the upper thread Fabrics Needle precautionsReplacing the Needle Needle types and their usesIncorrect needle Checking the needleReplacing the needle Correct needleInstalling the needle clamp Twin needle threading Sewing with a twin needleReplacing the Presser Foot Replacing the presser footMark on the wheel points up. With models ARemove the presser foot Removing the presser foot holderRemoving the presser foot holder Attaching the presser foot holderSewing General sewing procedureCAttach the presser foot DIfwidth.necessary, adjust the stitch lengthSelecting stitching ATurn on the sewing machineStarting to sew On the wheel points up. With models equippedBRaise the presser foot lever Upper tension is too tight Thread tensionSewing reinforcement stitches Correct tensionSewing curves Useful Sewing TipsTrial sewing Changing the sewing directionASlidereleasetheit.flat bed attachment to the left to Using a free-arm styleSewing thin fabrics Sewing stretch fabricsAttach overcasting foot G or zigzag foot J Select a stitch Overcasting StitchesChanging the needle position FWhen sewing is finished, cut the threadBasic Stitching Basic stitchingBlind HEM Stitching BAttach blind hem foot R CSelect a stitchIf the needle does not catch the hem fold Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on Buttonhole SewingIf the button does not fit in the button guide plate Size of the buttonhole is setFPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as Button sewing Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabricsCAttach presser foot M With stitch Select stitch ESelect a stitchRev. Reverse Zipper InsertionSewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch stitchingElastic attaching Appliqués APPLIQUÉ, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingFor a seam allowance on the left side PiecingPatchwork crazy quilt stitching DCarefully sew around the edge of the designQuilting Using the optional quilting guideFree-motion quilting ARemoveholder. the presser foot and the presser footGAfter sewing is finished, slide the feed dog AAttach zigzag foot J BSelect stitch CStart sewing Reinforcement StitchingTriple stretch stitching Bar tack stitchingEPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as 16-1/4 16-3/16 Loom stitching, etc Decorative StitchingFabric.3 FagotingScallop stitching AAttach monogramming foot N BSelect stitchDPull the bobbin threads to create gathers SmockingShell tuck stitching CSew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm 3/8 inchHeirloom stitching JoiningUtility stitches Stitch SettingsRfc. Reinforcement Pattern No Attaching appliqués 5.0 4.0 Rfc Appendix Maintenance Cleaning the machine surfaceCleaning the bobbin case ERemove the bobbin case Troubleshooting Fabric is LowerOr breaks Thread tenPitched noise While sewing Stitches areSkipped There is a highOperation beep for models equipped with the operation beep Error MessagesNumerics Index30 , 32 2000cover2-3.fm Page 2 Monday, October 4, 2004 402 PM

EX 660 specifications

The Brother EX 660 is a versatile and user-friendly embroidery machine that has garnered attention for its range of features tailored to both beginners and experienced crafters. This innovative machine combines advanced technology with user-centric design to deliver exceptional performance in embroidery tasks.

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In conclusion, the Brother EX 660 emerges as an exemplary tool for embroidery enthusiasts. With its spacious embroidery area, extensive built-in designs, user-friendly technology, USB compatibility, and durable design, it stands out as a top choice. Whether you are a novice or an experienced embroiderer, this machine promises to enhance your crafting experience and inspire your creativity.
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