Other stitches, 138, Stitches | Brother 885-U22, 285C manual

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Other stitches

Pattern

Stitch Type

Presser Foot

Twin Needle

Pattern Size

Adjustable

Stitching Density

Adjustable Pattern

Length/width

Left/Right Flipping

	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10

	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20
Decorative
stitches	21	22	23	24	25	26	27	28	29	30



	31*
	32	33	34	35	36	37	38	39	40	41
Satin















stitches	42	43	44	45	46	47













Cross-	48	49	50	51	52
Cross-
stitches
Decorative	53	54	55	56	57	58	59	60	61	62
satin
stitches

* Pattern for making adjustment

Memo

z To select , press (Decorative stitch key) once.

N No Large No Yes

Yes

N	Yes	Large No Yes	Yes
	(J)

N	No	Large	No	Yes	Yes
N	No	Large	Yes	Yes	Yes

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Brother 885-U22, 285C operation manual Other stitches, 138, Stitches

885-U22, 285C specifications

The Brother 285C and 885-U22 are remarkable sewing machines that appeal to both novice and experienced enthusiasts alike. These models showcase Brother's commitment to innovation and user-friendly design, making them popular choices in the sewing community.

The Brother 285C is a computerized sewing machine equipped with an array of features that enhance the sewing experience. One of its standout characteristics is the 60 built-in stitches, which includes utility, decorative, and heirloom options. These stitches help users to develop their creativity and customize their sewing projects. Additionally, the machine offers 7 one-step auto-size buttonhole styles, allowing for precision in creating buttonholes that suit different garment styles.

On the other hand, the Brother 885-U22 is a versatile serger that focuses on providing professional finishes to fabric edges. It comes with 12 built-in stitches, including overlock, rolled hem, and flatlock stitches. This model’s differential feed adjustment feature enables smooth feeding of different fabric types, minimizing stretching or puckering. The Brother 885-U22 is particularly known for its ability to sew knits and stretch fabrics with ease, making it a favorite among those who love to work with diverse materials.

Both machines incorporate Brother’s user-friendly technology, including an easy-to-read LCD display. This feature simplifies stitch selection and customization, allowing users to adjust stitch length and width at the push of a button. The Brother 285C also boasts an automatic needle threader, drastically reducing setup time and eliminating frustration for users.

Durability is another key characteristic of both models. Built with premium materials, the machines are designed to withstand regular use while maintaining top performance. They also feature a free arm, making it easy to sew cylindrical items like sleeves and pant legs.

Moreover, both machines come with a variety of accessories, including multiple presser feet, which allow users to expand their sewing capabilities. The Brother 285C and 885-U22 cater to a wide range of sewing projects, from quilting to garment construction, making them versatile additions to any sewing room.

In conclusion, the Brother 285C and 885-U22 exemplify exceptional functionality, advanced technology, and ease of use, making them excellent investments for sewer enthusiasts looking to elevate their craft.

Contents

Read before use Page Important Safety Instructions For a longer service life For repair or adjustment For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Contents Adjusting the Thread Tension Adjusting the Stitch Width and LengthSewing Useful Functions 100 107111 112 Sewing Machine Features Introduction Attaching the stitch pattern plate AccessoriesIncluded accessories Optional accessories 16.*1Side cutter Quilting guide Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Front view Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view Operation buttons Start/Stop button Stitch mode keys i-l Operation panelPage Getting Ready Power supply precautions Turning the Machine On/Off AMake sure that the machine is not sewing Turning on the machineTurning off the machine Understanding the LCD Screens Changing the Machine Settings Changing the settingsBPresspanel. Settings key in the operation EPresskey. OK key or Cancel/clear List of stitch or machine attributes Attribute Icon Details Reference Changing the screen language Adjusting the brightness of the LCDCPresskey. OK key or Cancel/clear Winding the bobbin Winding/Installing the BobbinBobbin precautions Winding/Installing the Bobbin Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk Thread is cut to a suitable length Installing the bobbin Remove the bobbin from the shaft Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter HReattach the bobbin cover Upper Threading Threading the upper thread Upper Threading DOpen the top cover Needle bar thread guide Threading the needle CLower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot Needle threader lever Using the twin needle AThreadguide. the machine to the needle bar threadBLower the presser foot lever BThreadeye. the upper thread for the left needle JTurn on the sewing machine DInsert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin winder shaftAttach zigzag foot J When changing the sewing direction LPress Needle mode selection keyKSelect a stitch MStart sewing Pulling up the bobbin thread Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case This section provides information on sewing machine needles Needle precautionsReplacing the Needle Needle types and their uses Fabrics Checking the needle Replacing the needleMachine starts sewing Correct needle DLower the presser foot lever Presser foot precautions Replacing the Presser FootReplacing the presser foot Presser foot presses down on the fabric Presser foot holder releases the presser foot Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot When you are finished sewing, reset the dial to 3 standardRemoving the presser foot holder Lower the presser foot lever Using the walking foot Attaching the walking footARemove the presser foot holder BTurn off the sewing machine CRaise the presser foot lever EAttach the presser foot holder Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces Stitching cylindrical piecesSewing large pieces of fabric Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left CInstall the wide table Getting Ready Adjusting the stitch width Adjusting the stitch length Saving stitch settingsAutomatically cutting the thread Hands-free raising and lowering of the presser foot General sewing procedure Sewing Positioning the fabric CPlace the fabric under the presser foot Using the operation buttons Using the foot controllerStarting to sew BPress Start/Stop button once Machine stops sewing with the needle lowered in the fabric Securing the stitching BRaise the presser foot lever Cutting the threadSewing reinforcement stitches Using the manual thread cutter Adjusting the Thread Tension Changing the tension of the upper threadCorrect thread tension Upper thread is too tight Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length Adjusting the stitch widthBSelect a stitch Wider, press Stitch width key Adjusting the stitch length Useful Functions Changing the needle stop positionBPress Needle stop position key ATurn on the sewing machine Once Automatically cutting the thread CPress Automatic thread cutting key Saving stitch settings Hands-free raising Lowering of the presser foot Be damaged Useful Sewing Tips Trial sewingChanging the sewing direction Sewing curves Sewing thick fabrics Sewing thin fabricsSewing stretch fabrics DReleasebutton.the presser foot locking pin black Aligning the fabric with the presser foot Sewing leathers or vinyl fabricsSewing an even seam allowance Sewing hook-and-loop fastener Sewing overcasting stitches Sewing Stretch FabricsAppliqué, Patchwork 101 Patterns Selecting StitchingSelecting stitch types † Decorative stitches Decorative stitches No.01-31Satin stitches No.32-47 Cross-stitches No.48-52 Selecting stitching With direct selection Character stitches With number selectionDecorative stitches To select a different stitch Memo Attach overcasting foot G Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot GOvercasting Stitches Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot J Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Remove the presser foot JPosition the fabric in the side cutter Lower the presser foot lever, and then start Ksewing Basic Stitching BastingCStart sewing AAttach zigzag foot J When sewing is finished, cut the thread Basic stitchingCSelect a stitch Changing the needle position Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure Blind Hem StitchingCAttach blind hem foot R DSelect a stitch If the needle catches too much of the hem fold Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonhole sewing Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing FPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as If the button does not fit in the button guide plateCAttach buttonhole foot a HPress Thread Cutter button once Raise the presser foot, and then remove the fabric Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics Button sewing Attach button-sewing foot MDSelect stitch Place the button into button-sewing foot M Attaching a shank to a button CCut off any excess thread Zipper can be sewn in place Zipper InsertionInserting a centered zipper FSelect stitch Inserting a side zipper Wrong side of fabric Mm 1/8 inch Needle may bend or break GSelect stitchLTopstitch around the zipper Does not touch the zipper, otherwise Zipper Insertion Zipper/piping Insertion Zipper and piping can be sewn in place Refer to the steps of attaching the adjustable Inserting a pipingHTopstitch around the zipper CSew along the piping Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch stitchingElastic attaching CSew the fabric without stretching it BAttach zigzag foot J Stitch Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching100 Appliqué stitching ESelect a stitch Patchwork crazy quilt stitching Piecing102 CSelect stitch Quilting Baste the fabric to be quilted Attach the walking foot Free-motion quilting 104 DPressis displayed.or Stitch length keys until Satin stitching using the sewing speed controllerAConnect the foot controller EPress. or Stitch width keys to select FPresskey. OK key or Cancel/clear106 Bar tack stitching Reinforcement StitchingTriple stretch stitching 108 EPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as Darning CSelect stitch 58 or 110 Attach monogramming foot N Eyelet StitchingEyelet stitch Decorative Stitching 112 Fagoting CAttach zigzag foot J DSelect stitch 32 orESet the stitch width to 7.0 mm 1/4 inch GAfter sewing is finished, remove the paper 114 Scallop stitchingSmocking Shell tuck stitching ESelect stitch 31 , 32 or 116 JoiningHeirloom stitching DStart sewing FPress or Stitch length keys until is displayed HPresskey. OK key or Cancel/clear 118GPress. or Stitch width keys to select DSew along the center of the unfrayed section Sewing patterns Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative PatternsSewing beautiful patterns Combining patterns 120Select the first pattern Select the next pattern Repeat sewing patterns Checking the selected pattern DPresskey. OK key or Cancel/clear Changing the pattern size122 CPress or Stitch length keys until is displayed Bpanel Changing the stitch densityRepeat steps a through e 124 EPress OK key or Cancel/clear keyChanging the pattern length Select a stitch Presspanel. Settings key in the operation Mirror imaging the patternPress or Stitch length keys until is displayed DPress. or Stitch width keys to select 126 Saving patternsRetrieving a pattern DCheck the sewn pattern Realigning the patternBSelect 128 GPress or Stitch width keys ADrawset. a sketch of the pattern on the grid sheet Designing a PatternDrawing a sketch of the pattern BTurn on the sewing machine CSelect No of , selected with Entering the pattern data130 GSelect , and then press OK key To delete a point Point Examples of designs132 138 145147 148 134 Stitch SettingsUtility stitches Stitch Settings 136 Reinforcement Stitches Other stitches138 Utility 140 Gothic fontCharacter Stitches Script font Stitches Outline Style Care and Maintenance Cleaning the machine surfaceCleaning the race Restrictions on oiling Remove the bobbin case HInstall the needle plate coverInstallposition.the flat bed attachment in its original Troubleshooting Frequent troubleshooting topicsUpper thread tightened up 144 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric Cause Incorrect upper threading 146 Symptoms Incorrect thread tension If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them Machine.4 Turn on the machine Select stitch 150Checking machine operations HPerform trial sewing with normal fabric When the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seatGCorrectly thread the machine 152 EWind the bobbin again List of symptoms Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference 154 Skipped 156 LCD Below the bobbin winder seat Thread properly F01~F09 Error messages158 Cancelling the operation beep Nothing appears in the LCDOperation beep CPressdisplayed.or Stitch length keys until is EPress Cancel/clear key or OK key 160 Index Numerics 162 LCD Index Page Page English 885-U22 XE0403-3013