Brother Correctoball Xl1 Manual

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Operation ManualBasic Sewing and Mending Machine
APPENDIX UTILITY STITCHES SEWING BASICS KNOWING YOUR 
SEWING MACHINE
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“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”
When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, 
including the following:
“Read all instructions before using.”
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this 
sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
2.  Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the sewing 
machine is used by or near children.
2. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only 
accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, 
if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the 
nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical 
adjustment.
4. Never operate the sewing machine with any of the air openings blocked. Keep the ventilation 
openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust and 
loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any openings.
6. Do not use this machine outdoors.
7. Do not operate this machine where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is 
being administered.
8. To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol “O” position which represents off, then 
remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine 
needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use a bent needle.
13. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch the sewing machine to the off, symbol “O” position when making any adjustments in the 
needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or 
changing the presser foot.
15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, 
or when making any other user service adjustments mentioned in this instruction manual.
16. This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or impaired persons without 
supervision.
17. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.
“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”
“This sewing machine is intended for household use.”
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY
If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.
IMPORTANT
If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut 
off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in 
the plug.
NOTE
The plug served from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is 
hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse 
approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the   mark, rating as marked on plug.
Always replace the fuse cover, never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.
WARNING
DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE 
LETTER ‘E’, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL   OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.
The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: 
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured 
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 
‘N’ or coloured black or blue.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 
‘L’ or coloured red or brown.
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CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE
To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE
For safe operation
1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-
up lever, needle, or other moving parts.
2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:
• Operation is completed
• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts
• A power failure occurs during use
• Maintaining the machine
• Leaving the machine unattended
3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.
4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.
For a longer service life
1. When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or 
store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.
2. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders 
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.
3. Do not drop or hit the machine.
4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser 
feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.
For repair or adjustment
In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in 
the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, 
please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
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CONTENTS
 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..........................................................6
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS .................................................... 6
The main parts  ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Needle and presser foot section  ............................................................................................... ....................... 8
Flat bed attachment  ........................................................................................................... .............................. 8
ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................................... 9
USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE  ................................................................................... 10
Power supply precautions  ...................................................................................................... ........................ 10
Power supply .................................................................................................................. ................................ 10
Foot controller  ............................................................................................................... ................................. 11
Steadying the machine ......................................................................................................... .......................... 11
THREADING THE MACHINE  ............................................................................................ 12
Winding the bobbin  ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Lower threading  ............................................................................................................... .............................. 14
Upper threading  ............................................................................................................... .............................. 16
Drawing up the lower thread  ................................................................................................... ....................... 18
REPLACING THE NEEDLE  ................................................................................................. 19
Needle precautions  ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Selecting the needle depending on the thread and fabric types  ................................................................. ... 19
Checking the needle  ........................................................................................................... ........................... 20
Replacing the needle  .......................................................................................................... ........................... 20
Sewing with a twin needle (Option)  ............................................................................................ .................... 22
REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT ...................................................................................... 23
Replacing the presser foot  ............................................................................................................................. 23
Removing the presser foot holder  .............................................................................................. .................... 24
 2. SEWING BASICS  ...........................................................................................25
SEWING ............................................................................................................................ 25
General sewing procedure  ...................................................................................................... ....................... 25
Selecting stitching  ........................................................................................................... ............................... 26
Starting to sew  ............................................................................................................... ................................ 27
Sewing in reverse ............................................................................................................. .............................. 28
Thread tension  ................................................................................................................ ............................... 28
USEFUL SEWING TIPS  ...................................................................................................... 30
Trial sewing  .................................................................................................................................................... 30
Changing the sewing direction  ................................................................................................. ...................... 30
Sewing curves  ................................................................................................................. ............................... 30
Sewing thick fabrics  .......................................................................................................... ............................. 30
Sewing thin fabrics  ........................................................................................................... .............................. 31
Sewing stretch fabrics  ........................................................................................................ ............................ 31
Using a free-arm style  ........................................................................................................ ............................ 31
 3. UTILITY STITCHES  ........................................................................................32
USEFUL STITCHES  ............................................................................................................ 32
Zigzag stitches  ............................................................................................................................................... 32
Basic stitching  ............................................................................................................... ................................. 33
Blind hem stitching  ........................................................................................................... .............................. 33
Darning ....................................................................................................................... .................................... 35
BUTTONHOLE SEWING  ................................................................................................... 36
Making the buttonhole  ......................................................................................................... ........................... 36
Adjusting buitching stitching  ................................................................................................. .......................... 38
Button sewing ................................................................................................................. ................................ 38
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							5 ZIPPER INSERTION  ........................................................................................................... 40
APPLIQUÉ, MONOGRAMMING AND EMBROIDERING  ................................................. 41
Appliqués ....................................................................................................................................................... 41
Monogramming and embroidering  ................................................................................................................. 41
DECORATIVE STITCHING  ................................................................................................ 43
Gathering ....................................................................................................................................................... 43
Shell tuck stitching  ......................................................................................................................................... 43
Elastic stitching  .............................................................................................................................................. 44
 4. APPENDIX .....................................................................................................45
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................ 45
Oiling .............................................................................................................................................................. 45
Changing the bulb  .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the machine surface ........................................................................................................................ 46
Cleaning the shuttle race  ............................................................................................................................... 46
Cleaning the feed dogs  .................................................................................................................................. 47
Repacking the machine .................................................................................................................................. 48
Bobbin case tension adjustment  .................................................................................................................... 48
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................... 50
INDEX ............................................................................................................................... 53
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1KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
The main parts
aButtonhole fine-adjusting screw (page 38)
Turn the buttonhole fine-adjusting screw to adjust 
buttonhole stitching when it is not uniform.
bPattern selection dial (page 26)
Turn the pattern selection dial to select the number of 
the stitch that you want to use.
cThread take-up lever (page 16)dUpper tension control dial (page 28)
This controls the tension of the upper thread.
eFlat bed attachment with accessory storage (page 8 and 
31)
fReverse sewing lever (page 28)
Press and hold down the reverse sewing lever to sew in 
the opposite direction.
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gBuilt-in handle
hSpool pin (page 12 and 16)
The spool pin holds the spool of thread.
iBobbin winder (page 12)
The bobbin winder winds thread onto the bobbin for 
use as the lower thread.
jHandwheel
Use the handwheel to manually raise and lower the 
needle.
kMain power/sewing light switch (page 10)
Use this switch to turn on and off the main power and 
sewing light.
lFoot controller jack/jack
Insert the foot controller plug into the foot controller 
jack, which also supplies power to this machine.
mThread cutter (page 28)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.nPresser foot lever (page 16)
Use the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser 
foot.
oBobbin winding pre-tension disc/thread guide (page 12 
and 16)
The thread guide/bobbin winding pre-tension disc is 
used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and 
threading the machine.
pFoot controller (page 11)
Use the foot controller to control the sewing speed and 
to start and stop sewing.
Part code;
XC7359-021 (110/120V Area),
XC7438-321 (220/240V Area),
XC7456-321 (U.K.),
XE0629-001 (Australia, New Zealand),
XD0852-021 (Korea),
XC7438-321 (Russia)
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Needle and presser foot 
section
aPresser foot holder assembly
The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder 
assembly.
bPresser foot screw
Use the presser foot screw to hold the presser foot 
holder assembly in place.
cPresser foot (Zigzag) 
The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the 
fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate 
presser foot for the selected stitching.
dFeed dogs
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.
eNeedle plate
The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing 
straight seams.
fShuttle hook
gShuttle cover
Open the shuttle cover to set the bobbin.
hBobbin case
iNeedle 
jNeedle bar thread guide
kNeedle clamp screw
Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place.
Flat bed attachment
The accessories are stored in a compartment inside 
the flat bed attachment.
aLift the bottom of the flat bed attachment 
toward you, and then pull the flat bed 
attachment out to remove it.
aFlat bed attachment
bStorage compartment
Note
●Put the accessories in the bag, and then 
store the bag inside the compartment. If the 
accessories are not in a bag, they may fall 
out, and be lost or damaged.
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