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Note

When sewing with the walking foot, sew at medium to low speeds.

Using the quilting guide

Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced.

1Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder.

Walking foot Presser foot holder

2Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that the quilting guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn.

Using the quilting foot

Stitch Name

Pattern

Stitch Length

Other

[mm (inch)]

 

 

 

 

Straight Stitch

5

 

Darning

(Center Needle

 

 

2.5 (3/32)

 

 

Plate

Position)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight Stitch

7

 

Darning

(Left Needle

 

 

2.5 (3/32)

 

 

Plate

Position)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Quilting Foot is useful for darning and free-motion machine quilting.

1Follow the steps 1 to 3 on page 33.

2Attach the quilting foot, making sure that part A shown in the illustration is above the needle clamp screw. Then lower the presser foot lever and tighten the presser foot screw.

Make sure that the needle clamp screw is firmly tightened.

A

1

2 1

Presser foot screw

5

 

2

Needle clamp screw

 

 

CAUTION

Use the oval screwdriver to tighten the presser foot holder screw securely. If the screw is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and you may be injured.

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.

3Put the darning plate on the needle plate. Turn on the machine.

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Brother LX2500 operation manual Using the quilting guide, Using the quilting foot, Walking foot Presser foot holder

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.

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