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e After reaching the end of the stitching, press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)

once.

Buttonholes or bar tacking require reinforcement stitching making this operation unnecessary.

￿After the reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching has been done, the sewing machine stops, and the thread is cut.

The thread is cut here.

Memo

￿Press (Start/stop button) when you want to stop the sewing machine in the middle of sewing without programmed thread-cutting (for example, when you want to change the sewing direction). The sewing machine stops

without programmed thread cutting.

Press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) at the end of the stitching.

1

2 a

4 c

3 b

aStop the machine and change the sewing direction.

bStart the machine again. c The thread is cut here.

￿If the power is turned off, programmed thread-cutting will be turned off.

Mirroring stitches

You can sew the mirror image of a stitch horizontally (left and right).

a Turn on the machine.

￿The LCD comes on.

b Select a stitch.

•For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 51).

cPress on the screen.

￿It turns to , and the pattern displayed at the top of the screen is mirrored.

Memo

￿To cancel the mirror image setting,

press .

￿Mirror image is not possible for buttonholes

and other stitches where shows.

￿When the sewing machine is turned off, the mirror image setting is cancelled.

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Brother 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 operation manual Mirroring stitches, Without programmed thread cutting
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885-V95/V96/V97/V98, computerized embroidery and sewing machine specifications

The Brother computerized embroidery and sewing machine series 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 represents a remarkable advancement in the world of home sewing and embroidery, catering to both novice and experienced sewists. These machines are designed with robust features and innovative technologies that enhance the sewing experience, allowing users to create intricate designs with ease and precision.

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