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Brother HE 120 User Manual

Brother HE 120
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Easy Thread Cassette System
Operation Manual
CPS5XV[Y
GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
EMBROIDERY
APPENDIX
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Table of Contents

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Brother HE 120 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Stitches70
Buttonhole Styles1-Step
Number of Buttonholes1
DisplayLCD
Needle ThreaderYes
Free ArmYes
Start/Stop ButtonYes
Bobbin Winding SystemAutomatic
Feed SystemDrop Feed
LightingLED
Number of Presser Feet7
Maximum Stitch Length5 mm
Maximum Stitch Width7 mm

Summary

GETTING READY

Turning the Machine On/Off

Instructions on how to power the sewing machine on and off safely.

LCD (liquid crystal display) operation

Explains the LCD screen, navigation, and settings adjustments.

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

Detailed steps for winding thread onto a bobbin and inserting it.

Upper Threading

Procedures for loading thread spools and threading the needle.

Replacing the Needle

Guidance on safely checking and replacing the sewing machine needle.

Replacing the Presser Foot

Instructions on how to change the presser foot for different stitches.

Sewing Cylindrical Pieces

Explains how to use the free-arm feature for sewing cylindrical items.

SEWING BASICS

Sewing

Outlines the basic steps for operating the sewing machine.

Adjusting the Thread Tension

Guide to setting correct upper and bobbin thread tension for good stitching.

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length

Instructions on modifying stitch width and length for desired results.

Useful Functions

Details on features like automatic reverse stitching and thread cutting.

Useful Sewing Tips

Advice on trial sewing, fabric handling, and sewing different materials.

UTILITY STITCHES

Stitch Settings

Table detailing stitch names, applications, width, length, and foot selection.

Selecting Stitching

Step-by-step guide on choosing and setting up various stitch types.

Overcasting Stitches

How to use overcasting stitches with different presser feet and side cutters.

Basic Stitching

Instructions for straight stitches, basting, and changing needle position.

Blind Hem Stitching

Guide to sewing blind hems on various fabrics for a neat finish.

Buttonhole Stitching

Procedures for sewing buttonholes and buttons using specialized feet.

Zipper Insertion

Instructions for inserting centered and side zippers into fabric.

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape

Techniques for sewing stretchy materials and attaching elastic tape.

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching

Guidance on using stitches for decorative appliqué, patchwork, and quilting.

Reinforcement Stitching

Methods for reinforcing seams and stress points with specific stitches.

Eyelet Stitching

How to sew eyelets using specific stitches and tools.

Decorative Stitching

Details on various decorative stitches like fagoting, smocking, and shell tucks.

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns

Guidance on sewing pre-programmed decorative patterns and adjusting them.

Sewing combined patterns

Instructions on combining multiple patterns and sewing them sequentially.

Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch)

Steps for creating and programming custom stitch patterns.

EMBROIDERY

Embroidering neatly

Essential preparations for embroidery, including fabric, stabilizer, and needles.

Attaching the embroidery foot

Step-by-step guide to attach the specific embroidery foot.

Attaching the embroidery unit

Instructions for connecting and attaching the embroidery unit to the machine.

Preparing the fabric

Guidance on using stabilizer material and hooping the fabric correctly.

Attaching the embroidery frame

Procedures for setting up the fabric within the embroidery frame.

Selecting embroidery patterns

How to choose patterns from the machine, cards, or characters.

Embroidering

Step-by-step guide for executing an embroidery pattern, including thread changes.

Convenient Functions

Explains features like adjusting layout, storing characters, and resewing.

APPENDIX

Maintenance

Instructions for routine cleaning of the sewing machine surface and shuttle.

Troubleshooting

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common machine operating issues.

Index

Alphabetical listing of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

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