Brother NX 200 manual Important Safety Instructions

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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 Light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended for household use.

CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX

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Contents Page Enclosed Accessories AccessoriesFollowing items should also be enclosed in the box Part code XA4813-051Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Front viewNeedle and presser foot section Right-side/rear viewContents Getting Ready Operation buttonsOperation panel Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch keyOptional Accessories Following are available as optional accessoriesSewing Machine Features Introduction Contents Utility Stitches Stitch Settings MaintenanceTroubleshooting IndexImportant Safety Instructions For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Congratulations on Choosing OUR Machine Getting Ready Power supply precautions Turning the Machine On/Off3Unplug the power supply cord from the electrical outlet 4Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply jackTurning on the machine Turning off the machineWinding/Installing the Bobbin Bobbin precautionsWinding the bobbin 4Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the spool pinPass the thread under the thread guide plate from the right Thread is cut to a suitable lengthDPress start/stop button once EPress start/stop button onceSewing machine stops Installing the bobbin Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right7Reattach the bobbin cover Upper Threading Threading the upper thread1Turn on the sewing machine 2Raise the presser foot lever Presser foot is raised4Lift open the upper cover Place the spool for the upper thread onto the spool pinShutter Threading the needle 3Lower the presser foot leverPresser foot is lowered 4Lower the needle threader lever until it clicksUsing the twin needle Threadeye. the upper thread for the left needleManually thread the left needle with the upper thread 4Insert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin winder shaft Thread should unroll from the top front of the spoolAttach zigzag foot J 0Turn on the sewing machineUsing thread that winds off quickly ASelect a stitchTwo lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other Refer to steps 1 through 5 of Installing the bobbin Pulling up the bobbin thread1Insert the bobbin into the shuttle Needle precautions Replacing the NeedleNeedle types and their uses FabricsChecking the needle Correct needleIncorrect needle Replacing the needle Presser foot precautions Replacing the Presser FootReplacing the presser foot Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot 3When you are finished sewing, reset the dial to 3 standardPresser foot is attached Lower the presser foot leverUsing the optional walking foot Removing the presser foot holderRemoving the presser foot holder 1Remove the presser foot For details, refer to Replacing the presser foot2Turn off the sewing machine 3Raise the presser foot lever For details, refer to Removing the presser foot holderSewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces Stitching cylindrical piecesSewing large pieces of fabric Memo Sewing Basics Sewing General sewing procedure Positioning the fabric Turn on the sewing machine3Place the fabric under the presser foot Fabric is now positioned to be sewnStarting to sew Machine stops sewing with the needle lowered in the fabric Securing the stitching For details, refer to Starting to sew Machine starts sewingMachine stops sewing Machine starts sewing in the normal sewing directionRelease the start/stop button or foot controller Sewing reinforcement stitchesWhen you have finished sewing, cut the threads Cutting the threadAdjusting the Thread Tension Changing the tension of the upper threadCorrect thread tension Upper thread is too tightAdjusting the Stitch Width and Length Adjusting the stitch widthStitch width can be adjusted with the arrow keys Stitch width adjustment button lights upAdjusting the stitch length Stitch length can be adjusted with the arrow keysStitch length adjustment button lights up Slideand down.the stitch length adjustment slider upUseful Functions Changing the needle stop positionFor the lowered needle stop position For the raised needle stop positionStart/stop button Useful Sewing Tips Trial sewingChanging the sewing direction Sewing curvesSewing thick fabrics Sewing thin fabrics Sewing stretch fabricsSewing an even seam allowance Aligning the fabric with the presser footSewing Basics Utility Stitches Selecting Stitching Selecting stitchingAttach the presser foot Selecting Stitching Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot G Overcasting StitchesStitch Attach overcasting foot GSewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot J Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Contents Getting Ready SewingPosition the fabric in the side cutter AsewingLower the presser foot lever, and then start When sewing is finished, cut the thread Basic StitchingBasic stitching PositionBlind Hem Stitching Foot5hem against the guide of the presser foot, Then lower the presser foot leverIf the needle catches too much of the hem fold Buttonhole Stitching Buttonhole sewing If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Size of the buttonhole is set3Attach buttonhole foot a 4Select a stitchFor details, refer to Adjusting the stitch width Changing the stitch widthButton sewing Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabricsTrim off any excess of the gimp thread Feed dogs are lowered4Place the button into button-sewing foot M Select stitch9Start Aftersewing.sewing for about 10 seconds at low Attaching a shank to a button 3Cut off any excess threadZipper Insertion Inserting a centered zipperZipper can be sewn in place Are described belowInserting a side zipper 6Select stitch7Topstitch around the zipper 7Select stitch Wrong side of fabric Mm 1/8 inchBTopstitch around the zipper Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch stitching Elastic attaching3Select stitch Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching PiecingStraight QuiltingAppliqué stitching Remove the thick paper after pressing the seam allowance4Attach zigzag foot J Edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch Patchwork crazy quilt stitchingPiecing 3Select stitch orFor details, refer to Using the optional walking foot QuiltingBaste the fabric to be quilted Attach the walking foot Using the optional quilting guide Free-motion quiltingWalking foot Presser foot holder 1Removeholder. the presser foot and the presser foot4Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear Normally, the drop feed lever is positioned at the leftReinforcement Stitching Triple stretch stitchingBar tack stitching 2Select stitch5Pullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as 3Adjust the stitch width to select the desired eyelet size Eyelet StitchingAttach monogramming foot N Decorative Stitching DecorativeFagoting 3Attach zigzag foot J4Select stitch or Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm 1/4 inchScallop stitching Smocking4Trim along the stitches 3Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm 3/8 inchJoining 5Select stitch or3Select stitch , or 1Install the wing needle Heirloom stitching2Attach monogramming foot N 4Start sewing4Sew along the center of the unfrayed section Stitch Settings Maintenance Troubleshooting Index AppendixStitch Settings Utility stitchesStitch Settings Stitch Width Stitch Length Mm inch Sewing Maintenance Cleaning the machine surfaceCleaning the shuttle Needle plate cover is removedRemove the shuttle Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it outDo not apply oil to the shuttle Troubleshooting Presser foot lever is raised Lower the presser foot leverNot operate Loosen the upper thread tensionClean the shuttle Correctly install the presser footShuttle Replace the bobbinThread tension is incorrect Adjust the tension of the upper Contact your retailer or the nearest Burr on itHigh-pitched This machine is not used Cifically for this machineError messages You wish to sew Wish to sewPressure of the presser foot is Sewing lamp is damaged Contact your retailer or the nearestOperation beep Removing the upper coverHold the upper cover level Index Numerics104 English 882-S60 XC4665-0511
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