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Brother 360 User Manual

Brother 360
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Brother 360 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrother
Model360
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Principal Parts of the Sewing Machine

Pressure Adjuster

Adjusts the pressure applied by the presser foot onto the fabric.

Thread Guide and Bobbin Winder Tension Disc

Guides the thread and provides tension for winding the bobbin.

Thread Take-up Lever

Raises and lowers to help carry the thread through the needle.

Thread Tension Dial

Controls the tension of the upper thread during sewing.

Thread Cutter

A blade used to cut threads after sewing is complete.

Presser Foot

Holds the fabric down against the feed dog during sewing.

Needle Plate

Surface beneath the presser foot where the needle passes through.

Feed Dog

Mechanism that moves the fabric under the needle.

Bobbin Winder Device

Mechanism used to wind thread onto the bobbin.

Balance Wheel

Controls the up-and-down movement of the needle.

Stop Motion Knob

Disengages the needle mechanism from the balance wheel for bobbin winding.

Sew-Light Switch

Activates or deactivates the sewing machine's light.

Presser Foot Lifter

Lever used to raise or lower the presser foot.

Installing the Sewing Machine Head

Connecting the Machine to its Base

Steps for securing the sewing machine head to its cabinet or portable case.

Connecting Power and Light Cords

Instructions for connecting motor and sew-light to electrical outlets.

Thread Management

Upper (Needle) Threading

Guide for correctly threading the upper needle thread path.

Winding the Bobbin

Procedure for winding thread onto the bobbin.

Removing the Bobbin Case

Steps to safely remove the bobbin case from the shuttle.

Threading and Inserting Bobbin Case

Instructions for threading the bobbin and inserting it correctly.

Pulling Up the Lower Thread

Method to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate.

Needle Operations

Changing the Needle

Detailed steps for safely replacing the sewing machine needle.

Checking the Needle

Guidance on how to inspect the needle for straightness and sharpness.

Sew-Light

Operating and Changing the Bulb

Instructions on how to turn the sew-light on/off and replace its bulb.

Sewing Controls and Adjustments

Stitch Length Adjustment

How to regulate stitch length using the dial.

Reverse Stitch Operation

Using the reverse sewing button for reinforcement.

Height of Feed Dog Adjustment

Setting the feed dog height for different materials and darning.

Presser Foot Pressure

Regulating presser foot pressure for optimal sewing.

Thread Tensions

Balancing upper and lower thread tensions for perfect stitches.

Sewing Procedures

Starting to Sew

Steps for positioning fabric and beginning a stitch.

Changing Sewing Direction

Technique for pivoting and sewing in a new direction.

Fastening the Final Sewing

Securing the end of a seam using reverse stitching.

Removing the Work

Procedure for safely cutting threads and removing finished work.

Guiding and Supporting Material

Tips for handling different fabric types during sewing.

Machine Maintenance

Cleaning the Hook Assembly

Instructions for removing and cleaning the hook.

Cleaning the Shuttle Race

How to clean lint and thread from the shuttle race area.

Cleaning the Feed Dog

Steps for cleaning the feed dog mechanism.

Oiling the Sewing Machine

Oiling Points and Frequency

Guide to lubricating moving parts and recommended oiling schedule.

Oiling Procedure After Long Storage

Advice on re-lubricating a machine that has been unused for a period.

Troubleshooting Common Sewing Issues

Material Not Feeding

Reasons and solutions when the fabric does not move.

Needle Breakage

Causes and fixes for needles breaking during sewing.

Loops Forming on Fabric

Diagnosing and correcting thread tension issues causing loops.

Material Becomes Creasy

Troubleshooting causes of wrinkled fabric during sewing.

Upper Thread Breaks

Solutions for frequent upper thread breakage.

Lower Thread Breaks

Causes and remedies for lower thread breakage.

Machine Skips Stitches

Identifying why the machine is skipping stitches.

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