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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents NAMES OF PARTS Bartack Names of Parts Eyelet Standard Accessories Zipper Sewing Extension table Blindstitch Sewing Table and Accessory box Button Sewing Stitch overview Attaching Elastic GETTING READY TO SEW DECORATIVE STITCHING Connecting the Power Supply Vari-Overlock (Scallop seam) Controlling Sewing Speed Appliqué...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT DANGER! When using an electrical machine, basic safety To reduce the risk of electric shock: precautions should always be followed, including 1. Never leave the machine unattended when the following: it is plugged in. 2. Always unplug this machine from the elec- Please read the instruction manual carefully tric outlet immediately after using and before using this machine.
  • Page 5 SERVICING OF DOUBLE- INSULATED PRODUCTS 20. The sound pressure level during normal operation is lower than 75dB(A). 21. This machine is provided with double insu- In a double-insulated product, two systems of lation (except U.S.A/Canada). Use only insulation are provided instead of grounding. No identical replacement parts.

  • Page 6: Names Of Parts

    NAMES OF PARTS Names of Parts Sewing table (accessory box) Stitch plate Needle Threader Thread cutter Head cover Thread take-up lever Thread tension Spool pin Spool disc large Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper Hole for second spool pin Value set buttons Cursor buttons LCD display Slide speed control...

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Satin stitch foot F Buttonhole foot with slide R Zipper foot E Button sew-on foot T Bobbin (x4) (1 set on the machine) Spool pin felt Needle set Second spool pin Seam ripper (buttonhole opener) T screwdriver Brush...

  • Page 8: Sewing Table And Accessory Box

    Sewing Table and Accessory box The sewing table provides an extended sewing area and can be easily removed for free arm sewing. Sewing table Hole • Removing Sewing Table Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated. • Attaching Sewing Table Push the sewing table, inserting the pin into the hole until the table snaps into the machine.

  • Page 9: Getting Ready To Sew

    GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply • Using the foot control Switch off the power switch . Insert the foot control plug into the foot control connection . Insert the cable plug into the power cable connection . Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet .

  • Page 10: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Controlling Sewing Speed • Slide speed control Sewing speed can be varied by the slide speed control according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, slide the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, slide the slider to the left. •...

  • Page 11: Machine Operating Buttons

    Machine Operating Buttons • Start/stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine will sew the left row first. The machine starts run- ning slowly for the first few stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the slide speed control.
  • Page 12 • Cursor buttons Use these buttons to move the cursor Press button to move the cursor to right. Press button to move the cursor to left. • Value set buttons Use these buttons to change the set value. Move the cursor under the digit you would like to change. Press button to increase the value.

  • Page 13: Attaching And Removing The Presser Foot Holder

    Attaching and removing the presser foot holder CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before removing or attaching the presser foot holder. Removing Presser foot holder Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with a screwdriver. Attaching Presser foot holder Match the hole in the presser foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar.

  • Page 14: Dropping Or Raising The Feed Dog

    Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog The drop feed dog lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine. To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow , as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you.

  • Page 15: Bobbin Winding And Inserting

    Bobbin Winding and Inserting • Removing the bobbin Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right and remove the hook cover plate. Lift out the bobbin. Hook cover release button Hook cover plate Bobbin PLEASE NOTE: Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked with “J”...
  • Page 16 • Bobbin Winding PLEASE NOTE: Set the slide speed control at its fastest position for bobbin winding. Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disc. Bobbin winder tension disc Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside.
  • Page 17 • Insert the bobbin Put one bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle. Place a bob- bin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counter- clockwise. End of thread Guide the thread into the first notch on the front side of the bobbin holder.

  • Page 18: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle stop up/down button to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. Needle stop up/down button CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before threading the machine. • Threading the Machine Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread guide.

  • Page 19: Needle Threader

    CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch when using the needle threader. Needle threader Lower the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest posi- tion. Pull down the needle threader as far as it will go. Needle Threader Turn the needle threader away from you so the hook comes out through the needle eye.

  • Page 20: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Drawing up the Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. Press the needle stop up/down button twice to lower and raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. Needle stop up/down button Pull both threads 4˝...

  • Page 21: Lcd Display

    LCD display The LCD display shows the following information when the machine is turned on. Stitch pattern number Cursors Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor under the stitch pattern number. The cursors appear under both digits when turning the power on.

  • Page 22: Setting Mode

    Setting Mode • Auto-off timer The machine will be turned off if you do not use the machine within the time period set by this timer. The auto-off timer can be set from 1 to 12 hours. The default auto-off timer setting is 7 hours and “07” sign appears on the screen.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Thread Tension For A Straight Stitch

    Adjusting the Thread Tension for a Straight Stitch • Correct tension Needle thread (top thread) Bobbin thread (bottom thread) To loosen tension To tighten tension The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail). If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that the stitches are evenly balanced.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension For A Zigzag Stitch

    Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension for a Zigzag Stitch In an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (top) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom) of the fabric. See the illustrations for the correct appearance.

  • Page 25: Basic Sewing

    BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch sewing Stitch pattern: 01 or 02 Thread tension: 2 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot • Starting to sew Raise presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the stitch plate (5/8˝ (1.6 cm) is most common). Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.
  • Page 26 • Stitch plate The seam guides on the stitch plate and the hook cover help you to measure seam allowance. The numbers on the stitch plate indicate the distance between the center needle position the edge of the fabric Center needle position Edge of the fabric 1 1/2 Number...

  • Page 27: Straight Stitch

    Straight stitch Stitch pattern: 01 or 02 Thread tension: 2 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot For seaming garments, zipper application and more. Securing stitch Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 2 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot Reverse sewing button Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching.

  • Page 28: Triple Straight Stitch

    Triple straight stitch Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 2 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot This strong, durable stitch is recommended when both elasticity and strength are necessary in order to insure comfort and dura- bility. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams.

  • Page 29: Zigzag

    Zigzag Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 2 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile stitches. It is used for overcasting, darning, appliqué, and also used as a decorative stitch. PLEASE NOTE: Use an interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such as knit, jersey or tricot.

  • Page 30: 3-Step Zigzag

    3-step zigzag Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot This stitch is used to finish seams on synthetics and other fabrics that tend to pucker. The stitch is also excellent for darning and mending tears. Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim excess close to stitching.

  • Page 31: Various Kinds Of Buttonholes And Their Uses

    Various Kinds of Buttonholes and Their Uses Standard Buttenhole This standard buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by plac- ing a button in the buttonhole foot with slide. Round-End Buttonhole This buttonhole is used on medium to heavy weight fabrics, especially for blouses and children’s clothes.

  • Page 32: Standard Buttenhole

    Standard Buttenhole Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 1 - 5 Presser foot: Buttonhole foot with slide Buttonhole lever sign • To sew Press the needle stop up/down button to raise the needle. Attach the buttonhole foot with slide R snapping the pin into the groove of the presser foot holder.
  • Page 33 Start the machine to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole will be automatically sewn. The machine will sew the left row first. The machine will sew the back bartack and the right row. The machine will sew the front bartack, then it stops auto- matically.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Stitch Width And Density For Buttonholes

    Adjusting the Stitch Width and Density for Buttonholes • To adjust the stitch width Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor under the stitch width value “5.0” (default setting). Press the button to decrease stitch width Press the button to increase stitch width.

  • Page 35: Round-End Buttonhole

    Round-End Buttonhole Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 1 - 4 Presser foot: Buttonhole foot with slide Sewing procedure is the same as standard buttonhole. The stitch width can be varied from 2.5 to 5.5. To change the stitch width or stitch density, refer to page 34. Keyhole Buttonhole Stitch pattern: Thread tension:...

  • Page 36: Buttonhole With Cord

    Buttonhole with cord Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 1 - 5 Presser foot: Buttonhole foot with slide Use the same procedure as the standard buttonhole proce- dure. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 37: Darning Program

    Darning program Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Buttonhole foot with slide • Starting to sew Pull the button holder to the back. Place the garment under the foot. Press the needle stop up/ down button twice. Move the fabric to the left to draw both threads under the foot.

  • Page 38: Bartack

    Bartack Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot The bartack is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt car- riers where extra strength is needed. • Starting to sew Start the machine and sew until the machine stops automatically. The machine will sew a bartack 5/8˝...

  • Page 39: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper Sewing Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 1 - 4 Presser foot: Zigzag foot Zipper foot • Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin on the zipper foot into the groove in the presser foot holder. To sew the left-side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the right-hand side of the pin To sew the right-side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the left-hand side of the pin...
  • Page 40 Attach the zipper foot with the pin on the right. Sew through all the layers from the end of the zipper opening, guiding the zipper teeth along the edge of the foot. Stop the machine 2˝ (5 cm) before the foot reaches the slider on the zipper tape.

  • Page 41: Blindstitch

    Blindstitch Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 1 - 4 Presser foot: Zigzag foot Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to form a 1/4˝ – 7/16˝ (0.4 – 0.7 cm) allowance. Wrong side of the fabric 1/4˝ – 7/16˝ (0.4 – 0.7 cm) (1) On heavyweight fabrics that tend to ravel, the raw edge should be overcast first.

  • Page 42: Button Sewing

    Button Sewing Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 7 Presser foot: Buttonhole sew-on foot T Feed dog: Lowered CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot. Lower the feed dog. Set the slide speed control at low speed setting. Place the presser foot so that the back pin on the foot lines up directly below the back notch of the presser foot holder.

  • Page 43: Attaching Elastic

    Attaching Elastic Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 7 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to the fabric. Place the elastic under the foot and stitch into place while stretch the elastic evenly.

  • Page 44: Appliqué

    Appliqué Stitch pattern: 5, 24, 25 or 26 Thread tension: 1 - 4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot * The stitch width of pattern 5, 24, 25 or 26 can be changed without changing it’s center needle position. Place an appliqué on the fabric and baste or pin it in place. Sew while guiding the fabric so the needle falls along the outer edge of the appliqué.

  • Page 45: Smocking

    Smocking Stitch pattern: 01 and 17 Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on children’s clothes or women’s blouses. Choose a soft and lightweight fabric, e.g. batiste. Cut the fabric three times wider than the projected width.

  • Page 46: Patchwork Piecing

    Patchwork Piecing Stitch pattern: 01 and 32 Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Select stitch pattern 01. Sew a precise 1/4˝ (0,6 cm) seam allow- ance. Wrong side of the fabric Right side of the fabric Select stitch pattern 32.

  • Page 47: Quilt Stitch

    Quilt Stitch Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy method to quilt small areas. Place a batting (wadding) between quilt top and backing fabric. Satin Stitches Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6...

  • Page 48: Fringing

    Fringing Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily. Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin.

  • Page 49: Cross Stitch

    Cross stitch Stitch pattern: Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns, in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand. * If you press the auto-lock button before sewing, the machine will sew one unit of the cross stitch and stop automatically.

  • Page 50: Decorative Stitch Combinations

    Decorative Stitch Combinations Stitch pattern: 43 and 49 Thread tension: 3 - 6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot Example:To combine two units of pattern 43 and 49. Sew pattern 43 and press the auto-lock button while sewing the second unit. The machine will stop automatically when the second unit is completed.

  • Page 51: Care Of Your Machine

    CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machin before cleaning. The machine must only be disassembled as described in this section. CAUTION: Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight.

  • Page 52: Problems And Warning Signs

    Problems and Warning Signs Warning sign Cause Remedy The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control Disconnect the foot control. connected. Contact the service center or the The foot control is out of order. store from whom the machine was purchased.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Condition Cause Remedy The needle thread breaks 1. The thread is not threaded properly. Page 18, 19 2. The thread tension is too tight. Page 23, 24 3. The needle is bent or blunt. Change the needle. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 14 5.

  • Page 54: Stitch Pattern

    Stitch pattern Overview Stitch pattern Needle position Stitch length Stitch width 2.5 − 7.0 0.2 − 0.8 0.0 − 7.0 0.0 − 5.0 0.0 − 7.0 0.0 − 5.0 0.0 − 7.0 1.0 − 4.0 1.0 − 4.0 0.0 − 3.0 0.0 −...
  • Page 55 Stitch pattern Needle position Stitch length Stitch width 1.0 − 2.5 1.0 − 7.0 1.0 − 2.5 1.0 − 7.0 1.0 − 2.5 2.5 − 7.0 1.0 − 2.5 2.5 − 7.0 1.0 − 4.0 2.5 − 7.0 1.0 − 2.5 2.5 −...
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