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Brother 681B-UG User Manual

Brother 681B-UG
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Brother 681B-UG Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrother
Model681B-UG
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Knowing Your Sewing Machine

Principal Parts

Identifies and labels the main components of the sewing machine, including covers, levers, and dials.

Machine Overview and Controls

Details the machine's parts, accessories, basic operation, controls, and threading procedures.

2. Accessories

Presser Feet and Needles

Illustrates and describes specialized presser feet, needles, and bobbins.

Tools and Guides

Includes items like seam ripper, cloth guide, and screwdrivers for machine use.

3. Operating Your Sewing Machine

Setup and Safety

Covers connecting the machine, using the foot controller, and essential safety precautions.

4. Upper (Needle) Threading

Threading Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for threading the upper needle, including guides and tension.

5. Lower (Bobbin) Threading

Bobbin Winding and Insertion

Detailed instructions on winding thread onto the bobbin and inserting it into the machine.

6. Bobbin Case Handling

Removing and Inserting Bobbin Case

Procedure for safely removing and correctly threading/inserting the bobbin case.

7. Needle Handling

Changing and Checking Needles

Detailed steps for replacing and inspecting the sewing needle for proper function.

Pulling Up Lower Thread

Instructions for bringing the lower thread up through the needle plate.

8. Sewing Material Guide

Material, Needle, and Thread Chart

A chart correlating sewing materials with recommended needle sizes and thread types.

Extension Table

Instructions on attaching and removing the extension table for a flat-bed conversion.

9. Machine Features

Sew-Light and Presser Foot

Information on changing the sew-light bulb and handling the presser foot.

10. Stitch Adjustments

Stitch Length and Zigzag Width

How to adjust stitch length and zigzag width using the machine's dials and levers.

11. Pressure Adjuster

Adjusting Fabric Pressure

Explains how to adjust presser foot pressure for different fabric types and thicknesses.

12. Feed Dog and Reverse Stitch

Feed Dog and Reverse Stitch Operation

Guidance on using the feed dog and the reverse stitch function for sewing.

13. Thread Tensions

Adjusting Thread Tensions

Instructions for adjusting upper and lower thread tensions for optimal stitch quality.

14. Perfect Stitching

Achieving and Troubleshooting Stitches

Describes perfect stitches and provides guidance on correcting common stitch errors.

15. Straight Stitching

Straight Stitch Setup and Execution

Recommended settings and procedures for performing straight stitching, including starting and turning.

16. Finishing and Handling Work

Finishing Project and Removing Work

How to finish sewing projects using reverse stitch and remove material safely.

Guiding Material

Tips for guiding and supporting fabric during sewing, especially for special materials.

17. Zigzag Stitching

Basic and Satin Zigzag Stitches

Instructions for simple zigzag and satin stitches, including setup and reinforcement.

18. Decorative Stitches

Creating Decorative Patterns

How to use the zigzag width lever with satin stitch to create various decorative stitch patterns.

19. Using Built-in Patterns

Triple Stretch Stitch

Instructions for sewing the triple stretch stitch for elastic seams on stretch materials.

20. Specialty Stitches

Blind Stitch and Shell Stitch

Procedures and settings for sewing blind stitches and shell stitches for hems and edges.

21. Buttonhole Creation

Sewing Buttonholes

Detailed steps and recommended settings for sewing buttonholes.

22. Mending and Attaching Lace

Mending and Lace Attachment

Instructions for mending tears and attaching lace using specific stitch techniques.

23. Appliquéing and Cording

Appliquéing and Cording Techniques

How to perform appliquéing and sew cording using zigzag stitches.

24. Monogramming

Monogramming with Embroidery Hoop

Steps for creating monograms using an embroidery hoop and machine settings.

25. Embroidering

Embroidering with Embroidery Hoop

Instructions for embroidering designs using an embroidery hoop and appropriate machine settings.

26. Button Sewing

Sewing Buttons

Detailed guide on sewing buttons, including methods for creating a thread shank.

27. Darning and Cloth Guide

Darning and Using Cloth Guide

Instructions for darning fabric and attaching/using the cloth guide.

28. Narrow Hemming

Narrow Hemming Procedure

How to create a neat narrow hem using the specialized narrow hemmer foot.

29. Zipper Insertion

Zipper Insertion Procedure

Steps for inserting zippers using the zipper foot and correct machine positioning.

30. Machine Maintenance

Cleaning Key Parts

Instructions for cleaning the shuttle hook, shuttle race, and feed dog to ensure smooth operation.

31. Machine Oiling

Oiling Procedures and Frequency

Guidance on periodic oiling of moving parts, including frequency and specific notes.

32. Troubleshooting

Common Sewing Problems and Solutions

A checklist addressing issues like material not fed, needle breaks, thread breaks, and skipped stitches.

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