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gGently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing.

XOnce sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops.

hPress (“Thread Cutter” button) once.

XThe threads are cut, and the needle is raised.

Raise the presser foot, and then remove the fabric.

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zIf the automatic thread cutting setting was selected before sewing, the machine will automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. For details, refer to “Automatically cutting the thread” (page 62).

zWhen using the thread cutter on the left side of the machine or scissors to cut the threads,

press (“Needle Position” button) to raise the needle, raise the presser foot, and then pull out the fabric before cutting the threads. For details, refer to “Using the manual thread cutter” (page 56).

iRaiseposition.the buttonhole lever to its original

jInsert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut.

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aPin

kUse the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole.

For keyhole buttonholes, use the eyelet punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole, and then use the seam ripper to cut open the buttonhole.

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aEyelet punch

When using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or some other protective sheet under

the fabric before punching the hole in the

fabric.3

CAUTION

When opening the buttonhole with the seam ripper, do not place your hands in the cutting direction, otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips.

Changing the density of the stitching Adjust the stitch length.

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For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch length” (page 59).

If the fabric does not feed (for example, if it is too thick), decrease the density of the stitching.

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Brother 285C, 885-U22 operation manual HPress Thread Cutter button once, Raise the presser foot, and then remove the fabric

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.

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