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Adjusting the stitch length and width

[Example] Selecting stitch .

aPress the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04. With on the right, select “4”, and with on the left, select “0”.

bPress the “+” or “–” side of (stitch length adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch length.

aStitch length

bStitch length adjustment key

cShort

dLong

cPress the “+” or “–” side of (stitch width adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch width.

aStitch width

bStitch width adjustment key

cNarrow

dWide

Note

When the stitch length or stitch width is

changed from the standard setting, around or disappears from the LCD. When the stitch length or stitch width is

reset back to the standard setting, reappears around or in the LCD.

If the stitch width of the selected stitch cannot be adjusted, “–. –” appears to the

right of in the LCD.

CAUTION

After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break.

If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking.

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Brother 885-V60 appendix Adjusting the stitch length and width, Right of in the LCD

885-V60 specifications

The Brother 885-V60 is a versatile sewing machine that caters to both novice and experienced sewers alike. With its myriad of features and advanced technologies, it stands out as a reliable tool for creating a wide variety of projects, from basic mending to intricate quilting.

One of the main features of the Brother 885-V60 is its 60 built-in sewing stitches, which include utility stitches, decorative stitches, and auto-size buttonhole options. This selection allows users to explore their creativity and tackle diverse sewing tasks with ease. The machine also offers a one-step buttonhole function, making it simple to create perfectly sized buttonholes in a matter of seconds.

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