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Toyota ESM21 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2 Type designation RS series has several types. The types are shown on the model label as follows: MODEL/MODELE(MODEL NAME) SERIES/SERIE RS SERIES/SERIE RS2000 SERIES/SERIE RS2000A SERIES/SERIE RS2000B SERIES/SERIE Model label When calling for service, please note the MODEL and SERIES numbers that are inscribed on the back of your sewing machine.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS I. Before use ....................3 1. Important safety instructions................3 2. How to change the power plug ..............5 3. Part names ....................6 II. Sewing preparations ................10 1. Connecting the power.................. 10 2. Taking out the bobbin .................. 12 3.

  • Page 4: Before Use

    Before use I. Before use Be sure to read this section before use 1. Important safety instructions These safety instructions are designed to prevent danger or damage arising from the incorrect operation of the machine. Read carefully and always follow the instructions. Explanation of "...
  • Page 5 Before use When the machine is not in use it should be stored safely, not on the floor as protruding parts could cause injury if a person fell on the machine. Not doing so could cause an injury. Use with the shuttle cover closed. Not doing so could cause an injury.

  • Page 6: How To Change The Power Plug

    Before use UK ONLY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 2. How to change the power plug When you change the power plug or cord, do not repair, disassemble or modify except at the authorised dealeror service centre. Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire. If for any reason the power plug for this product is removed it should be immediately disposed of safety and not stored anywhere where it could be inadvertently used again.

  • Page 7: Part Names

    Before use 3. Part names Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine. The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine. Front pattern selection dial type Part name Detail by use Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension] Spool pin...
  • Page 8 Before use Part name Detail by use Declutch knob Refer to P.14[Winding the lower thread] 4) Buttonhole adjustment screw Refer to P.36 [ Adjustment of buttonhole balance Presser foot lever Refer to P.16 [Threading the upper thread]...
  • Page 9 Before use Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine. The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine. Side pattern selection dial type Part name Detail by use Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension] Spool pin Refer to P.13 [Winding the lower thread]...
  • Page 10 Before use Part name Detail by use Declutch knob Refer to P.14[Winding the lower thread] 4) Buttonhole adjustment screw Refer to P.36 [ Adjustment of buttonhole balance Presser foot lever Refer to P.16 [Threading the upper thread]...

  • Page 11: Sewing Preparations

    Sewing preparations II. Sewing preparations 1. Connecting the power Machine with a power switch Turn the power switch off when inserting the power plug. Not doing so could cause an injury. Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet. Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
  • Page 12 Sewing preparations Machine without a power switch RS2000 A/B series only. Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet. Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could cause an electric shock.

  • Page 13: Taking Out The Bobbin

    Sewing preparations 2. Taking out the bobbin Before taking out or setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1. Turn the handwheel to move the needle to the highest position. Always turn the handwheel towards yourself.

  • Page 14: Winding The Lower Thread

    Not doing so could cause an injury. Do not touch the lower thread winding spindle when winding the lower thread. Not doing so could cause an injury. Attention Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin. Remove the sticker. Pull up the spool pin from the sewing machine.
  • Page 15 Sewing preparations 1. Move the declutch latch in the direction (in the direction of the arrow) (This ensures that the needle does not move.) 2. Pass the thread from the inside through the bobbin hole. 3. Set the bobbin on the thread winding spindle and move the spindle to the right (in the direction...

  • Page 16: Threading The Lower Thread

    4. Threading the lower thread Before setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Attention Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin. Take out the bobbin case. (refer to P.12 [Taking out the bobbin])

  • Page 17: Threading The Upper Thread

    Sewing preparations 5. Threading the upper thread Before threading the upper thread, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Raise the presser foot lever. Note: If the presser foot lever is not raised, the thread cannot be set correctly.
  • Page 18 Sewing preparations Support the thread on the sewing machine with one hand, using the other hand pass the thread around the thread guide as shown in the diagram. Pass the thread between the thread guide plate and the tension disc. Pass the thread along the groove of the thread guide plate.

  • Page 19: Pulling Up The Lower Thread

    Sewing preparations 6. Pulling up the lower thread Hold the end of the thread, turn the handwheel towards yourself for one full turn, and stop when the needle is at its highest position. Note : Always turn the handwheel towards your- self.

  • Page 20: Main Stitch Pattern Uses

    Sewing preparations 7. Main stitch pattern uses Depending on the model of your sewing machine, some of the stitch patterns are not available. (refer to P.20)

  • Page 21: Application Of Each Stitch Pattern

    Sewing preparations 8. Application of each stitch pattern Do not turn the pattern selection dial while operating the sewing machine. Doing so could cause an injury. The number of stitch patterns may differ from model to model. Attention The model number is located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine.

  • Page 22: Changing The Presser Foot

    Sewing preparations 9. Changing the presser foot Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Removal 1. Raise the presser foot lever. 2. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle.
  • Page 23 Sewing preparations Installation Position the presser foot pin directly below the groove in the presser foot holder. Lower the presser foot lever to set the presser foot.

  • Page 24: Changing The Needle

    Sewing preparations 10. Changing the needle Before changing the needle, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Broken needles are dangerous. Be sure to dispose of them in a safe place away from children.

  • Page 25: Relationship Between The Needle, Thread And Fabric, And Adjusting The Sewing Machine

    Sewing preparations 11. Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the sewing machine The quality of the sewing finish will improve if the needle and thread are changed to match the type of fabric. Follow the directions in the table below. Use a ball point needle for the sewing alignment of stretch fabric.

  • Page 26: Sewing

    Sewing III. Sewing 1. Straight stitching and reverse sewing Reverse sewing is performed at the beginning and end of sewing to prevent the thread from unraveling. Do not pull the fabric excessively while sewing. Doing so could break the needle and cause an injury. Straight stitch 1.
  • Page 27 Sewing Thread cutter on the needle bar * The thread cutter may differ from model to model. Line up two threads and cut with the thread cutter on the needle bar. Thread cutter on the face cover * The thread cutter may differ from model to model. Line up two threads and cut with the thread cutter on the face cover.
  • Page 28 Sewing Sewing thick fabric When sewing thick fabric from the edge, the presser foot may tilt and be unable to feed through the fabric. Place fabric or thick paper of the same thickness as the fabric you wish to sew under the presser foot. This will enable smooth sewing.
  • Page 29 Sewing Sewing tube-shaped fabrics Pull out the extension table (accessory box) in the direction of the arrow. Sew tube-shaped fabrics such as trousers or sleeves.

  • Page 30: Zigzag Sewing

    Sewing 2. Zigzag sewing There are various types of zigzag sewing methods, such as applique and overcastting. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle. Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern. Set the fabric and lower the presser foot. Step on the foot controller to begin sewing.

  • Page 31: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Sewing 3. Adjusting thread tension Before adjustment, check again that "P.16 [Threading the upper thread]" has been performed correctly. Adjustment method for upper thread tension Upper thread is tight Upper thread is loose Turn down the upper thread Turn up the upper thread tension dial.

  • Page 32: Overcasting

    Sewing 4. Overcasting This is a sewing method that prevents unraveling at the edge of the fabric. Is not available for 16/18 stitch model. (refer to P.20 [Application of each stitch pattern]) Position the fabric so that the right needle entry point at the edge of the fabric is slightly on the outside.

  • Page 33: Blind Hem Stitching

    Sewing 5. Blind hem stitching In this sewing method the stitch cannot be seen on the right side of the fabric. Fold back the fabric so that the folded area protrudes by about 5 to 7mm. Iron and tack by hand. Position the fabric so that the needle slightly catches the fold when the needle moves to the left.
  • Page 34 Sewing It is easier to sew accurately if a blind stitch foot is used. (Optional Accessory)

  • Page 35: Buttonhole

    Sewing 6. Buttonhole Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Buttonhole sewing to match the size of the button is possible. For stretch fabric or thin fabric, a fusible interlining on the wrong side of the fabric will reinforce the fabric and produce a good finish for the buttonhole.
  • Page 36 Sewing Align the buttonhole foot division line closest to you with the guide line, and lower the presser foot to the start line of sewing on the fabric. Raise the needle to the highest position, set the pattern dial to "1", and sew 5 to 6 bar-tack stitches. Raise the needle to the highest position, set the pattern dial to "2", sew the left side and stop at the line marked on the fabric.
  • Page 37 Sewing When using the buttonhole cutter to cut the buttonholes, do not hold the fabric in front of the cutter. Doing so could cause an injury to your hand. Use the buttonhole cutter to cut the center, making sure not to cut the stitches. Note : If a marking pin is put in the bar-tack area it helps to prevent excessive cutting with the buttonhole cutter.

  • Page 38: Zipper Sewing

    Sewing 7. Zipper sewing Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Change to the zipper foot. (refer to P.21 [Changing the presser foot]) Sewing the left side of the zipper 1.
  • Page 39 Sewing Sew until just before the presser foot makes contact with the slider, and then stop the sewing machine. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to lower the needle into the fabric. Raise the presser foot lever. Move the slider to the rear of the presser foot, and sew the remainder.

  • Page 40: Smocking

    Sewing 8. Smocking Is not available for 16/18 stitch model. (refer to P.20 [Application of each stitch pattern]) To make the gathering: Set the pattern selection dial to "8". Loosen the tension of the upper thread and sew. After sewing, hold the ends of the lower thread as shown in the diagram, and pull up the fabric in the direction of the arrow to make the gathering.

  • Page 41: Embroidery

    Sewing 9. Embroidery Before setting the darning adapter, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. A free machine embroidery pattern can be created. Trace your design on the material and centre it in an embroidery hoop. Lay stabilizer underneath thin fabric. Install a darning adapter and then sew.
  • Page 42 Sewing Loosen the presser foot holder screw with the needle plate screw driver to release the holder. Firmly stretch the fabric with the design and set in the embroidery hoop. Note : Purchase a commercially available embroi- dery hoop. At the start of sewing, prepare by sewing one stitch, pulling the upper thread, and pulling out the lower thread above the fabric.

  • Page 43: Special Specifications

    Special specifications IV. Special specifications 1. Using the needle threader Before using the needle threader, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle to the highest position. (in the direction of the arrow) Note : Always turn the handwheel towards your- self.
  • Page 44 Special specifications Hold the thread set in the hook guide to the right side and insert in the needle threader groove. While raising the needle threader lever, remove your hand from the thread. The thread is pulled by the hook and is passed through the eye of the needle as shown in the diagram.

  • Page 45: Using The Presser Foot Pressure Adjuster

    Special specifications 2. Using the presser foot pressure adjuster The presser foot pressure adjuster may differ from model to model. Push-down type <Push-down type> Sewing normal fabric and thick fabric: For normal straight or zigzag sewing, press down "A". Sewing thin fabric: Push down outer ring "B"...

  • Page 46: Using The Drop Feed

    Special specifications 3. Using the drop feed Before using the drop feed lever, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. The feed dog can be lowered when feeding the fabric freely by hand, for example, when embroidering or quilting.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    Maintenance V. Maintenance 1. Feed dog and hook maintenance If the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, the oil could have run out, or there could be thread waste or dust in the hook or feed dog. Clean and oil the hook and feed dog.
  • Page 48 Maintenance Open the left and right stoppers to the outside. (in the direction of the arrow.) Take out the shuttle hook cover. Take out the shuttle hook. Wipe the shuttle race clean with a brush or soft cloth. Apply one drop of oil to the shuttle race. Note 1: If too much oil is applied it could cause trouble such as dirty thread or bobbins, or sewing malfunctions.

  • Page 49: Hook Installation

    Maintenance 2. Hook installation The hook is installed by reversing the removal procedures. Replace the shuttle hook. Align the projection of the shuttle hook cover with the depression of the hook, and install the shuttle hook cover. Close the left and right stoppers to the inside. (in the direction of the arrow) Hold the latch of the bobbin case and insert the bobbin case into the shuttle race.

  • Page 50: Light Bulb Replacement

    Maintenance 3. Light bulb replacement Light bulb is not equipped with RS2000B series. Before changing the light bulb, remove the power plug from the outlet and wait until the bulb cools. Not doing so could cause a burn or electric shock. Loosen the screw and take off the face cover.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance 4. Troubleshooting What is the problem? Check the following possibilities before taking the sewing machine in for repair. Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page The power plug is not inserted Connect the power plug correctly The power switch is off Turn the power switch on Does not rotate Does not work The declutch knob is in the lower...

  • Page 52: Servicing Double-Insulated Products (230 V-240 V)

    Maintenance Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page The needle is not correctly installed Install the needle correctly The needle is bent Replace with a straight needle The needle and thread are not appro- Sew with a needle and thread Missed stitches priate for the fabric appropriate to the fabric The upper thread is not correctly Thread the upper thread correctly...

  • Page 53: Others

    Rated power consumption 70 W Light bulb 15 W If you have any queries about this TOYOTA sewing machine, check the warranty for details. 2. Recycling DO NOT THROW AWAY! EU ONLY We are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our manufacturing meth- ods.
  • Page 54 Others...

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