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Brother PX-200 User Manual

Brother PX-200
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ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
194457-015
Printed in China
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Manuale d’istruzione

Table of Contents

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Brother PX-200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
LCD ScreenYes
Stitch Width ControlYes
Stitch Length ControlYes
Speed ControlYes
Start/Stop ButtonYes
Reverse StitchYes
Free ArmYes
Bobbin TypeDrop-in
TypeElectronic Sewing Machine

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Instructions to reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING

Instructions to reduce risks of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.

Servicing Double Insulated Appliances

Guidance on servicing double-insulated appliances.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Connecting Plugs

How to connect the power cord and supply plug.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Main Power and Sewing Light Switches

How to turn the main power and sewing light on/off.

Foot Controller

How to use the foot controller for speed and operation.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Inserting the Needle

Step-by-step guide to inserting a sewing needle.

Checking the Needle

How to check if the needle is bent or dull.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Changing the Presser Foot

How to change the presser foot for different sewing needs.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Converting to Free-Arm Style

How to convert the machine to a free-arm style for sewing tubular items.

Steadying the Machine

How to adjust the machine for stability on uneven surfaces.

VARIOUS CONTROLS

Pattern Selection Dial

How to select different stitch patterns using the dial.

RECOMMENDED WIDTHS AND LENGTHS FOR STITCHES

RECOMMENDED WIDTHS AND LENGTHS FOR STITCHES

Stitch Length Dial

Stretch Stitching

Selecting a stretch stitch

How to select a stretch stitch using the stitch length dial.

Adjusting the stretch stitching

How to adjust stretch stitching for correct stitch shape.

Stitch Width Dial

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Reverse Sewing Lever

How to use the lever for reverse stitching to lock seams.

Drop Feed Lever

How to raise or lower feed dogs for specific sewing tasks.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Winding the Bobbin

Step-by-step instructions for winding the bobbin.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Lower Threading

How to thread the lower (bobbin) thread correctly.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Upper (Needle) Threading

Step-by-step instructions for threading the needle.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Using the Needle Threader

How to use the needle threader attachment for easier threading.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Quick Thread-setting System

System for immediate sewing after inserting bobbin.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Drawing Up Lower Thread

How to draw up the lower thread to start sewing.

Twin-Needle Sewing

Inserting The Twin Needle

How to insert a twin needle into the machine.

Setting The Extra Spool Pin

How to attach the extra spool pin for twin needle sewing.

Twin-Needle Threading

Instructions for threading both needles separately.

Thread Tension

Adjusting Upper Thread Tension

How to adjust upper thread tension using the dial.

Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension

How to adjust bobbin thread tension using the screw.

STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING

Straight Stitching

How to set up and sew a straight stitch.

Starting Sewing

Steps to begin sewing a stitch.

Backtacking

How to use reverse stitching to secure seams.

STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING

Changing Sewing Directions

How to change sewing direction with the needle in fabric.

Finishing Sewing

How to finish a seam securely.

STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING

Removing the Material From the Machine

How to remove fabric from the machine after sewing.

Topstitching and Stretch Materials

How to use straight and triple stretch stitches for specific fabrics.

Zigzag Stitching

SATIN STITCH

How to sew a satin stitch for buttonholes and decorative stitches.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Blindhem Stitching

How to sew an invisible hem on non-stretch and stretch fabrics.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Shell Tuck Stitching

How to sew a decorative shell tuck edge on lightweight fabric.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Elastic Stitching

How to use the elastic stitch for mending, sewing elastic, or joining fabric.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Scallop Stitching

How to sew a decorative scallop stitch along fabric edges.

Universal Stitching

How to use the universal stitch for joining fabric pieces like patchwork.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Overedge Stitching

How to join seams and finish edges in one step using overlock stitches.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Feather Stitching

How to use the feather stitch as a decorative top stitch or for hemming.

BUILT-IN STITCHES

Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching

How to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics or use as decorative topstitch.

Decorative Stitching

How to create decorative stitching patterns.

BUTTONHOLE AND BUTTON SEWING

Making a Buttonhole (XL5300, XL5200, PX300 and PX200 only)

Step-by-step guide to making buttonholes on specific models.

BUTTONHOLE AND BUTTON SEWING

Making a Buttonhole (XL5100 and PX100 only)

Step-by-step guide to making buttonholes on specific models.

BUTTONHOLE AND BUTTON SEWING

Securing the Stitching and Cutting the Buttonhole

How to secure stitches and cut the buttonhole opening.

BUTTONHOLE AND BUTTON SEWING

Buttonhole Fine Adjustment

How to adjust buttonhole stitching for identical sides.

BUTTONHOLE AND BUTTON SEWING

Button Sewing

How to sew buttons onto fabric using the machine.

USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Zipper Inserting

How to insert zippers using the zipper foot.

Gathering

How to gather fabric by sewing rows of stitches and pulling threads.

USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Darning

How to darn fabric using the straight stitch and darning plate.

USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Appliques

How to create appliques using a zigzag stitch.

USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Monogramming and Embroidering

How to create monograms and embroidery designs.

USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Monogramming

How to sew monograms by moving the embroidery hoop.

Embroidering

How to stitch and fill in embroidery designs.

MAINTENANCE

Changing the Bulb

How to replace the sewing machine light bulb.

MAINTENANCE

Oiling

How and where to oil the sewing machine for proper function.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the shuttle hook, race, and feed dogs.

MAINTENANCE

Performance Checklist

A checklist to help diagnose and resolve sewing difficulties.

MAINTENANCE

FABRIC DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY

Steps to take when the fabric is not feeding correctly.

THE NEEDLE BREAKS

Steps to take when the needle breaks during sewing.

MACHINE IS NOISY OR SLOW

Steps to take if the machine is noisy or running slowly.

MACHINE DOES NOT START

Steps to take if the machine does not start.

MAINTENANCE

Repacking the Machine

Instructions for packing the machine for storage or shipping.

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