Brother Innov-is 40 User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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April SmithAug 15, 2025
Why my Brother Sewing Machine does not operate?
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  Colleen TurnerAug 15, 2025
  Here are a few things to check if your Brother Sewing Machine isn't turning on: * Make sure the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. * Ensure the machine is turned on. * Verify the bobbin winder shaft is slid to the left, not the right. * Lower the presser foot lever. * Raise or pull down the buttonhole lever, depending on the selected stitch. * If the foot controller is connected, do not use the start/stop button; disconnect the foot controller to use the start/stop button.
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Ashley MartinezAug 18, 2025
Why is my Brother Innov-is 40 Sewing Machine skipping stitches?
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  pleeAug 18, 2025
  If your Brother Sewing Machine is skipping stitches, consider the following: * Make sure the upper thread is correctly installed. * Ensure you're using the right combination of fabric, thread, and needle. * Replace the needle if it's bent or blunt. * Verify the needle is correctly installed. * Clean any accumulated dust from under the needle plate or in the bobbin case.
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David HollandAug 21, 2025
Why is the fabric not feeding through my Brother Innov-is 40?
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  russoangelaAug 21, 2025
  If your Brother Sewing Machine isn't feeding fabric, here's what to check: * Ensure the feed dogs are raised. * Lengthen the stitch length if it's too short. * Use the correct combination of fabric, thread, and needle. * Remove any tangled thread from the bobbin case and clean the race.
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kathleen25Aug 25, 2025
What to do if the thread does not pass through the eye of the needle of my Brother Innov-is 40 Sewing Machine?
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  Steven VanceAug 25, 2025
  If the thread isn't passing through the eye of the needle on your Brother Sewing Machine: * Raise the needle by pressing the needle position button once or twice. * Make sure the needle is correctly installed.
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Rodney BennettAug 27, 2025
Why does the needle keep breaking on my Brother Innov-is 40 Sewing Machine?
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  timothyfisherAug 28, 2025
  If the needle on your Brother Sewing Machine is breaking, consider these potential causes: * The needle might be incorrectly installed; make sure it's properly installed. * A loose needle clamp screw can cause breakage; tighten it firmly with a screwdriver. * A bent or blunt needle should be replaced with a new one. * Ensure you're using the correct combination of fabric, thread, and needle. * Use the appropriate presser foot for the stitch you're using. * If the upper thread tension is too tight, loosen it. * Avoid pulling the fabric too much; guide it lightly. * Using a bobbin not specifically designed for your machine can cause issues; use only the correct bobbin.
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Daniel SummersAug 30, 2025
Why is the upper thread breaking on my Brother Innov-is 40 Sewing Machine?
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  Jennifer ColeAug 30, 2025
  If the upper thread keeps breaking on your Brother Sewing Machine, check the following: * Ensure the upper thread is correctly threaded, with the spool properly installed and the thread correctly placed in the needle bar thread guide. * Remove any knots or tangles in the thread. * Use a needle appropriate for the thread you're using. * Loosen the upper thread tension if it's too tight. * Remove any thread tangled in the bobbin case and clean the race. * Replace a bent or blunt needle with a new one. * Make sure the needle is correctly installed. * Use only a bobbin designed specifically for your machine.
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cochranpaulSep 2, 2025
Why is my Brother Innov-is 40 making a rattling noise?
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  Jamie RhodesSep 2, 2025
  If your Brother Sewing Machine is making a high-pitched or rattling noise, try the following: * Clean the bobbin case. * Ensure the upper thread is correctly installed. * Use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine.
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Randy HutchinsonSep 5, 2025
What to do if the lower thread is tangled in my Brother Innov-is 40 Sewing Machine?
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  Samantha SmithSep 6, 2025
  If the lower thread on your Brother Sewing Machine is tangling or breaking, check these potential causes: * Ensure the bobbin thread is correctly installed and wound. * Replace the bobbin if it's scratched or doesn't rotate properly. * Remove any tangled thread and clean the race. * Make sure you are using a bobbin specifically designed for your machine.
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Kyle FaulknerSep 8, 2025
Why is the fabric puckered when I sew with my Brother Innov-is 40?
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  Jason BranchSep 8, 2025
  If the fabric is puckering while using your Brother Sewing Machine, consider the following: * Ensure both the upper and bobbin threads are correctly installed. * Make sure the spool is correctly installed. * Use the appropriate combination of fabric, thread, and needle. * Replace the needle if it's bent or blunt. * If sewing thin fabrics, use stabilizer material under the fabric. * Adjust the thread tension.
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lduncanSep 12, 2025
What to do if the stitch is not sewn correctly on my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  Alexandra SheltonSep 12, 2025
  If the stitch isn't being sewn correctly by your Brother Sewing Machine: * Attach the appropriate presser foot for the stitch you want to sew. * Adjust the thread tension. * Remove any tangled thread from the bobbin case and clean the race.

Brother Innov-is 40 Specifications

General

Type	Computerized Sewing Machine
Stitch Options	40
Buttonhole Styles	5
Display	LCD
Foot Control	Yes
Sewing Speed	850 stitches per minute
Needle Threader	Automatic
Feed System	Drop Feed
Stitch Width	7 mm
Stitch Length	5 mm
LCD Screen	Yes
Built-in Memory	No
USB Port	No
Presser Feet	7
Warranty	3 years