7. SEWING

7-5. Setting the feed bracket to the front position

Setting the material will be easier if the feed bracket is moved forward from the standard cloth setting position. Cycle time will be reduced with this setting, particularly if cutting after sewing is selected.

2418Q

3141Q

1.Turn off the power.

2.Set panel DIP switch No. 3 to ON.

3.Turn on the power and press the start switch (1).

*The feed bracket will move to the home position and then to the front position.

4.Sewing can then be carried out as normal. (Refer to “7-1. Automatic sewing”.)

7-6. Switching between single-pedal and dual-pedal operation

The work clamp can be lowered and the machine can start sewing just by pressing the start switch, without having to use the cloth presser switch.

2419Q

3141Q

1.Turn off the power.

2.Change the setting of panel DIP switch No. 5.

OFF: To use both pedals (cloth presser switch and start switch)

ON: To use only one pedal (start switch)

3.Turn on the power and press the start switch (1).

*The feed bracket will move to the cloth setting position.

4.Sewing can then be carried out as normal. (Refer to “7-1. Automatic sewing”.)

Note:

During single pedal operation, when the start switch is pressed, the work clamp is lowered and sewing starts straight away. If you would like to reset the material, set to dual-pedal operation.

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Brother rh-918a Setting the feed bracket to the front position, Switching between single-pedal and dual-pedal operation

rh-918a specifications

The Brother RH-918A is a versatile and innovative machine tailored for both personal and professional use. As a robust electronic sewing machine, it combines functionality and user-friendly features that cater to a wide range of sewing enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced users.

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The Brother RH-918A also boasts several convenient features to enhance the user experience. An LED light illuminates the sewing area, making it easier to work on detailed projects, particularly in low-light environments. Furthermore, the machine includes multiple presser feet, such as a zipper foot, buttonhole foot, and walking foot, to expand its functionality and accommodate different sewing techniques.

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