Brother LX2500 operation manual Shell tuck stitching, Elastic stitching, Sew at a slow speed

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BUILT-IN STITCHES—————

7 Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start sewing.

1

1Arm

8After selecting a stitch, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) until the needle has moved from the right side to the left.

9Position the fabric under the presser foot, and then adjust the fabric position until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem when the needle comes to the left end of the stitch.

1 Wrong side of fabric

2 Fold of hem

3 Needle drop point

1 2 3

1 Needle

12 Needle drop point Fold of hem3

2

3

0Lower the presser foot lever.

aSew at a slow speed holding the fabric with your hands, so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

bRemove the basting stitching and turn the fabric right side up.

1 2

Shell tuck stitching

 

 

Stitch

Stitch Width

Stitch Name

Pattern

Length

[mm (inch)]

 

 

[mm (inch)]

Shell Tuck

12

2 (1/16)

5 (3/16)

 

Stitch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot (lace- like) edge on lightweight fabric.

1Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normal.

2Place the fabric under the presser foot so that it will be sewn along the bias, with the straight stitches sewn on the seamline and the zigzag stitches sewn slightly over the folded edge.

3Sew at a slow speed.

1 2

1Straight stitches

2 Zigzag stitches

Elastic stitching

 

 

Stitch

Stitch Width

Stitch Name

Pattern

Length

[mm (inch)]

 

 

[mm (inch)]

Elastic Stitch

13

1 (1/16)

5 (3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing elastic or joining fabric. Each is explained below.

■Mending

1Place the reinforcement fabric under the area you want to mend.

•Use the basting pins to hold the reinforcement fabric.

1 Wrong side of fabric

2 Right side of fabric

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Contents Manual de instrucciones Important Safety Instructions Save These Instructions Contents Knowing Your Sewing Machine AccessoriesOptional accessories Part Name Part Code Americas OthersMain Parts Flat bed attachmentConnect the foot controller plug to the machine Using Your Sewing MachineConnecting plugs Checking the needle Main power and sewing light switchFoot controller Replacing the needleChanging the presser foot Pattern selection dial Presser foot installation orientationControls Patterns and stitch namesReverse sewing lever Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin Threading the MachineWinding the bobbin Turn on the machine Trim the excess thread above the bobbinLower threading Upper threading Memo Drawing up the lower Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower threadTransparent nylon thread FABRIC, THREAD, and Needle CombinationsBall point needle Fabric Type/Application Thread Size of NeedleStarting sewing Sewing BasicsPlease read before sewing Sewing thick fabrics Trial sewingChanging the sewing direction Stitching cylindrical pieces Sewing thin fabricsSewing stretch fabrics Sewing with a twin needle OptionThread the left needle Attaching the extra spool pinTwin needle threading Thread the right needleUpper tension is too tight Thread tensionStart sewing Upper tension is too looseZigzag stitching BUILT-IN StitchesStraight stitching Fold back the fabric inside along Blind hem stitchingReverse the skirt or pants BastingElastic stitching Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normalShell tuck stitching Sew at a slow speedJoining fabric Double action stitchingDecorative stitching Making a Buttonhole Sewing Buttonholes and ButtonsMaking a buttonhole Adjusting buttonholes Securing the Stitching and Cutting the ButtonholeThen tie it with the bobbin thread Sewing buttonsAt a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches ChangeM. the foot to the button sewing footZipper insertion Using Attachments and ApplicationsWhen you have finished sewing, remove the basting stitching On the wrong sidePosition GatheringDarning Mm inch AppliquésBaste the cut design to the fabric Optional Accessories Using the walking footWalking foot Presser foot holder Using the quilting guideUsing the quilting foot Follow the steps 1 to 3 onSet the pattern selection dial to Straight Stitch Using the 1/4-inch quilting footUsing the narrow hemmer foot Stitching the top of a quiltNeedle Mm 1/8 inch When sewing seams Turn off the machine Using the blind stitch footWhen edge stitching Turn off the machine Cleaning MaintenancePrecautions on storing the machine AppendixInstall the needle plate, and then tighten the screws Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause How to put it rightThread is Thread BreaksLower Tangled orNot sewn Stitches are SkippedStitch is CorrectlyIndex NumericsPage Instrucciones DE Seguridad Importantes Conserve Estas Instrucciones Contenido Conozca SU Máquina DEAccesorios opcionales Conozca SU Máquina DE CoserAccesorios Código de la piezaComponentes Principales Unidad de cama planaDurante tormentas eléctricas USO DE LA Máquina DE CoserConexión de enchufes Comprobación de la aguja Interruptor de la alimentación y de luz de cosidoPedal Cambio de la agujaSoltar el pie prensatela Cambio del pie prensatelaSuba la palanca del pie prensatela Pulse el botón negro situado en la parteDibujos y nombres de las puntadas ControlesSelector de puntadas Orientación para la colocación del pie prensatelaPulsador de retroceso Página deEnhebrado DE LA Máquina Devanado de la bobinaEncienda la máquina Recorte el hilo sobrante de la bobinaEnhebrado del hilo inferior Coloque la bobina devanada con hiloEnhebrado del hilo superior RanuraRecuerde Procedimiento para tirar Coloque el hilo detrás de la guía por encima de la agujaHilo de nylon transparente Combinaciones DE TELA, Hilo Y AgujaAguja de punta redonda Tipo de tela/Aplicación Hilo Medida de la agujaComienzo de la costura Funciones DE Costura BásicasLea lo siguiente antes de utilizar la máquina Costura en telas gruesas Costura de pruebaCambio de la dirección de costura Costura de piezas cilíndricas Costura en telas finasCostura en telas elásticas Costura con aguja gemela OpciónEnhebre la aguja izquierda Colocación del portacarrete adicionalEnhebrado de agujas gemelas Enhebre la aguja derechaTensión adecuada Tensión del hiloEl hilo superior está demasiado flojo El hilo superior está demasiado tensoCostura en zig-zag Puntadas DE Costura IncorporadasCostura recta Doble hacia dentro la tela a lo largo del Costura invisible para dobladilloDé la vuelta a la falda o los pantalones HilvanadoCosa a una velocidad baja Costura de conchaCostura elástica Nombre de la Longitud de Anchura de Dibujo la puntadaCostura de doble acción Costura decorativaRealización de un ojal Costura DE Ojales Y BotonesRealización de un ojal LongitudAjuste de ojales Sujeción de la costura y corte del ojalDibujo Costura de botonesAnúdelo al hilo de la bobina OtroApague la máquina Coloque el pie para cremalleras USO DE Accesorios Y AplicacionesCostura de cremalleras CentroCosa una sola fila o muchas filas de puntadas rectas FruncidosZurcido Nombre de la Dibujo Longitud de laAplicaciones Hilvane el diseño de corte a la telaNombre de la Dibujo Accesorios OpcionalesUtilización del pie móvil Pie móvil Utilización de la guía de acolchadosUtilización del pie para acolchados Siga los pasos del 1 al 3 en la páginaCómo conseguir un margen de costura preciso Utilización del pie para dobladillos estrechosAjuste el selector de puntadas en la puntada recta Cosido en la parte superior de un acolchadoAguja Mm 1/8 pulg Utilización del pie para puntada invisible Restricciones para el engrase AnexoMantenimiento Precauciones para el almacenamiento de la máquinaColoquetornillos.la placa de la aguja y apriete los Coja la caja de la bobina y tire de ella hacia la izquierdaAnexo Solución DE Problemas Causa posible Solución PáginaAnexo Síntoma Causa posible Solución Página Síntoma Causa posible Solución 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LX2500 specifications

The Brother LX2500 is an exceptional sewing machine designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. Known for its user-friendly features and reliability, it has become a favorite in the sewing community. One of the standout characteristics of the LX2500 is its lightweight and portable design, making it easy to transport for sewing classes, workshops, or simply for moving around in your home.

One of the key features of the Brother LX2500 is its versatile stitch selection. It offers 25 built-in stitches, including utility, decorative, and heirloom stitches, catering to a wide range of sewing projects. This versatility makes it suitable for everything from garment construction to crafting unique home décor items. The machine also features an easy-to-use dial that allows users to switch between stitches with ease.

The LX2500 includes a built-in one-step buttonhole feature, which simplifies the process of creating perfectly sized buttonholes. This eliminates the difficulty that many sewers face when attempting to make buttonholes manually. Additionally, the machine offers a adjustable stitch length and width, allowing for further customization for various sewing projects.

Another noteworthy technology incorporated in the Brother LX2500 is the automatic needle threader. This feature not only saves time but is also a great aid for those with vision difficulties, making it less daunting to thread the needle. The top-loading bobbin system is another user-friendly feature that enhances ease of use; it allows for quick and straightforward bobbin changes.

The machine's free arm capability is particularly beneficial for sewing cylindrical items, such as sleeves and pant hems, providing intuitive functionality for a wide variety of sewing tasks. Furthermore, the Brother LX2500 comes with a range of accessories including dual feed foot, zipper foot, and various additional presser feet, enabling users to tackle diverse projects directly out of the box.

Built with durability in mind, the LX2500 has a sturdy construction that can withstand years of sewing activities. Its combination of reliability, functionality, and ease of use makes the Brother LX2500 an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their sewing skills or take on new projects. Whether you are crafting clothing, home decor, or unique gifts, the Brother LX2500 is equipped to help you achieve professional-quality results with every stitch.
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