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ELNA 9600 "Haute Couture" Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
DANGER
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing
machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner's manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner's 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 this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this
sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch this sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner's manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.
Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating
to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance. (European Union only)
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Sewing Applications ............52 GETTING READY TO SEW Rolled hemming ............53 Names of Parts ................. 2 Zipper sewing .............. 54 Standard Accessories and Storage ........... 4 Lapped zipper sewing ........... 54 Extension Table ................. 6 Concealed zipper sewing ........56 Connecting the Power Supply ...........

  • Page 3: Getting Ready To Sew Names Of Parts

    GETTING READY TO SEW 18 19 Names of Parts Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin thread cutter Visual touch screen Screen up/down button Knee lifter socket Feed balancing dial Extension table (accessory storage) Hook cover release button Hook cover plate Needle plate Automatic needle threader Thread cutter/holder...
  • Page 4 1 Carrying handle 2 Power switch 3 Machine socket 4 Carriage release lever 5 USB port (for direct PC link) 6 USB port (for CD-ROM drive/USB memory key) 7 Foot control jack 8 Card ejecting button 9 Card slot 10 Hand wheel 11 Buttonhole lever 12 Retractable carriage arm 13 Hard cover (accessory storage)

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories And Storage

    Standard Accessories and Storage The embroidery hoops, foot control, power supply cord, knee lifter etc. can be conveniently stored in the hard cover. 1 Embroidery hoop-ST (with template) 2 Embroidery hoop-SQ (with template) 3 Foot control 4 Power supply cord 5 Knee lifter 6 Set of red tip needles 7 Bobbin thread for embroidery...
  • Page 6 The extensiontable provides a handy compartment for storing various accessories. 1 Overcasting foot C 2 Rolled hem foot D 3 Zipper foot E 4 Satin stitch foot F 5 Blind hemming foot G 6 Cording foot H 7 Overedge foot M 8 1/4”...

  • Page 7: Extension Table

    Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be removed for free arm sewing. 1 Extension table To detach: Draw the table out to the left. To attach: Slide the table on the base and push the table to the right.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Power Supply

    Connecting the Power Supply First turn the power switch off and then insert the foot control plug into the jack on the machine if you wish to use foot control. Insert the machine plug of the power supply code into the machine socket.

  • Page 9: Machine Operating Buttons

    Machine Operating Buttons Auto-lock button When sewing stitch pattern U1, U2, U8 or U9, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the auto-lock button is pressed. When sewing all other stitches, the machine will sew to the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and stop automatically.

  • Page 10: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Screen up/down button The visual touch screen can be raised to open (clear) the space for handling fabrics etc. Pressing the button raises the screen, while pressing the button lowers the screen. CAUTIONS: Be sure to store the visual touch screen in the lowest position before carrying or storing the machine to prevent the screen from damage by impact.

  • Page 11: Setting The Spool Of Thread

    Setting the Spool of Thread Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread. NOTE: Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small spools of thread.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Bobbin

    7 Press the bobbin winding button again. When the bobbin is fully wound, the bobbin winder stopper returns to the original position and the machine will stop automatically. Cut the thread with the thread cutter. Inserting the Bobbin 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise.

  • Page 13: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button twice to raise the needle. Turn the power switch off. 1 Draw the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread under the thread guide plate.

  • Page 14: Using The Automatic Needle Threader

    Using the Automatic Needle Threader Turn the power switch on and lower the presser foot. 1 Hold the end of the needle thread gently. 2 Press the auto needle threader button . The threader lowers automatically and the hook comes out through the needle eye from behind it.

  • Page 15: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise the presser foot lifter. 2 Hold the needle thread with your finger and press the up/down needle button twice to pick up the bobbin thread. 3 Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread.

  • Page 16: Changing Needles

    Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle button and lower the presser foot. Turn the power switch off. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counter- clockwise.

  • Page 17: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot

    Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. 1 Presser foot lifter You can raise the presser foot about 6 mm (1/4") higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the presser foot lifter. This helps you to place the layers of thick fabrics or embroidery hoops under the foot.

  • Page 18: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot

    Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot WARNING: Turn the power switch off before changing the presser foot. Removing the presser foot Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lifter. Press the red button on the back of the foot holder. The presser foot will drop off.

  • Page 19: Mode Selection

    Mode Selection Utility(U) When you turn on the power switch, the visual touch Straight Stitch screen will show the opening “welcome” window, then the ordinary sewing mode will appear after a few seconds. The machine will be set for the straight stitch sewing. NOTE: After turning on the power, it takes several seconds for the pattern selection window to be displayed on the...

  • Page 20: Machine Settings

    Machine Settings Utility(U) Straight Stitch Set key When you press the set key, you can customize the machine settings. Press one of the 4 mode setting keys to select the mode to customize. SET1 SET1 1 Common setting mode Screen Contrast In this mode, the machine settings or function for both ordinary sewing and embroidery can be customized or executed.

  • Page 21: Common Settings

    Common settings SET1 SET1 Screen Contrast 1 Screen contrast The contrast of the visual touch screen can be adjusted with “+” or “–“ key. Sewing Light Eco Mode 2 Sound 10 mim 10 mim The buzzer sound can be adjusted with the “+” or “–“ key.
  • Page 22 1 Inch/mm options SET2 SET2 You can set your machine's measuring unit to either inch inch/mm inch or millimeter by pressing the “inch” or “mm” key. Touch Screen Calibration The default unit setting is millimeter. Format Built-in Memory ATA PC Card USB Memory Reset all to defaults Register...

  • Page 23: Ordinary Sewing Mode Settings

    Ordinary sewing mode settings SET1 Auto Tension 1 Auto thread tension Auto The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the “+” or “–“ key. Remaining Bobbin Thread 2 Low bobbin thread warning The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted Feed Dog with the “+”...

  • Page 24: Embroidery Mode Settings

    Embroidery mode settings 1 Auto thread tension SET1 The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with Auto Tension the “+” or “–“ key. Auto 2 Low bobbin thread warning Remaining Bobbin Thread The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted with the “+”...

  • Page 25: Language Selection (Flag Mode)

    9 Color options Press the key to select one of the 3 colors for the pattern selection keys, which will display in the color shown. To change the screen background color, press the key to open the custom color window. Resume Mode Refer to page 22.

  • Page 26: On-Screen Help Movie

    On-screen Help Movie Press the help key to open the help movie menu. You can view 7 topics of essential operations of the machine. Select the help topic you wish to view by pressing the thumbnail, and the movie window will open. Press the play key to start the movie and press the stop key...

  • Page 27: Ordinary Sewing Mode

    ORDINARY SEWING MODE Utility(U) The stitches in the ordinary sewing mode are Straight Stitch classified in 6 groups. Press one of the tabs to select the group. NOTE: In this manual, pattern number refers initial letter for each groups or categories. For example pattern #15 in the buttonholes and specialty stitches is referred as pattern B17.

  • Page 28: Utility Stitches

    Utility Stitches Utility(U) Straight Stitch Straight stitches Patterns U1 to U6 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key of the desired stitch. Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.

  • Page 29: Securing Seams

    Securing seam For fastening the ends of seams, press the reverse button and sew several reverse stitches. The machine sews in reverse as long as you press and hold the reverse button. Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock-a-matic stitch (pattern U3) or locking stitch (pattern U4) so the machine will lock the stitches off and stop automatically.

  • Page 30: Variety Of Straight Stitches

    Variety of straight stitches U1 Straight stitch in center needle position Use this stitch for seaming, zipper sewing, rolled hemming etc. U2 Straight stitch in left needle position Use this stitch to seam the fabrics along the edge. U3 Lock-a-matic stitch Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching.

  • Page 31: Manual Stitch Settings

    Manual stitch settings Utility(U) Straight Stitch When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. You can alter the needle drop position of the straight stitches, stitch length and needle thread tension. Press the “+” key to move the needle drop position to the right.

  • Page 32: Zigzag Stitches

    Zigzag stitches Utility(U) Zigzag Stitch Zigzag stitches are used for various sewing needs including overcasting. These stitches can be used on most woven fabrics A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for appliqué. Manual stitch settings Adjust When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window.

  • Page 33: Cloth Guide

    Cloth Guide CAUTION: Always provide sufficient space to the left of the machine when using the cloth guide. Do not use the cloth guide when the buttonhole foot R is attached. If you wish to use the optional clothsetter table with the cloth guide, attach the extension table to prevent the carriage from hitting the table.

  • Page 34: Variety Of Overcasting Stitches

    Variety of overcasting stitches U9 Multiple zigzag stitch (tricot stitch): Zigzag foot A This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance.

  • Page 35: Blind Hemming

    Blind hemming Utility(U) Blind Hem Select pattern U14 for woven fabrics or pattern U15 for elastic fabrics. NOTE: The stitch width of the patterns U14 and U15 cannot be changed, but the needle drop position will move. 0.5 cm 0.5 cm How to fold the fabric Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4”) allowance as shown.

  • Page 36: Visible Hemming

    Visible hemming Utility(U) Knit Stitch Select pattern U17. Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the right side up. Sew along the fold at the desired depth. Trim an excess on the wrong side.

  • Page 37: Buttonholes And Specialty Stitches

    Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches Variety of buttonholes B1 Sensor (Square) buttonhole This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. B2 Auto (Square) buttonhole This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor square buttonhole, but you can manually set the buttonhole size and you memorize the size to sew buttonholes of AUTO...

  • Page 38: Sensor (Square) Buttonhole

    Sensor (Square) buttonhole Buttonholes(B) Sensor BH Pull down BH Lever. Select pattern B1. Auto To sew 1 Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the pin into the groove of the foot holder. Raise the presser foot. 2 Pull the button holder to the rear, and place the button in it.

  • Page 39: Automatic (Square) Buttonhole

    Automatic (square) buttonhole Buttonholes(B) Auto BH Select pattern B2. Pull the button holder all the way out. AUTO Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Insert the fabric under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the hole of the foot.

  • Page 40: Corded Buttonhole

    Corded buttonhole To sew the corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for the sensor buttonhole; refer to the instructions on pages 37. Select the pattern B1. With the Automatic buttonhole foot R raised, hook the filler cord on the spur on the back of the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 41: Darning

    Darning The machine automatically darns rips and holes. Large and small holes can be mended quickly and easily with this unique stitch. AUTO Select pattern B15. 1. Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out. To sew 2.

  • Page 42: Tacking

    Tacking Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. AUTO Select pattern B16 and attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew Depress the foot control and sew to the required length, then press the reverse button. The tacking length has now been determined.

  • Page 43: Fly Stitches (B19 And B20)

    Fly stitches (B17 and B18) Tacking The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use at a zipper fly bottom and side pockets of men's pants. AUTO Attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew: Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle at the bottom of the zipper fly.

  • Page 44: Twin Needle Sewing

    Twin Needle Sewing Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can be sewn with the twin needle. CAUTIONS: Turn the power switch off before changing the needle. Use the twin needle included in the standard accessories. NOTE: When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew.

  • Page 45: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Patchwork and quilting stitches (Q) There are 53 stitches in this group for patchwork, quilting and appliqué. NOTE: Patterns Q1 to Q7 are not programmable. Heirloom stitches (H) This group provides the heirloom stitches and cross stitches for craft sewing and home décor.

  • Page 46: Cording

    Cording Use the cording foot H to sew over one or three strands of cording. Knitting yarns, embroidery flosses, lace threads and fine wool tarns can be used for cording. Attach the cording foot H. Select pattern S2 for three strands cording. NOTE: Pattern U9 (triple zigzag stitch) can also be used.

  • Page 47: Patchwork And Quilting (Q)

    Patchwork and Quilting (Q) Quilting(Q) Straight Stitch There are 48 stitch patterns for patchwork and quilting in this group. Patterns Q1 to Q7 on the first page are special stitches for quilting, grouped together to make use of the drop feed option.

  • Page 48: Programming Pattern Combinations

    Programming Pattern Combinations Piecing stitch Function keys 1 Program key Press this key to program pattern combinations. When you press this key the cursor keys, delete key, memory check key and save file key will be displayed. 2 Cursor keys Press the cursor keys to move the cursor to the right or left.

  • Page 49: Programming The Auto Lock Stitch

    Programming the auto lock stitch Satin(S) Locking Stitch The auto lock stitch can be programmed at the end of the pattern combination. This stitch is included on each of the programmable stitch pages. Press the auto lock stitch after programming the pattern combination.

  • Page 50: Editing The Stitch Pattern Combination

    Editing the stitch pattern combination Satin(S) Example: To program the combination of patterns S19, Decorative D61 and mirror image of S19 1 Open the satin stitch page and press the program key. Select pattern S19. Decorative(D) Decorative 2 Open page 4 of the decorative stitch page.

  • Page 51: Monogramming

    Monogramming Monogram Block You can combine letters and symbols for monogramming. A B C D E F G H 1 Font key L M N O P Pressing this key opens the font selection window. You Q R S T U V W X can select one of the 4 fonts and symbol marks.

  • Page 52: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Monogram Symbol Simply enter the characters to program a monogram. Example: “ Café” in Block style Block Script Broadway 1 Press the font key and select the symbols. Select “ ”. Gothic Symbol 2 Press the font key and select Block style. Monogram Press the letter size key to select the small size Block...

  • Page 53: Sewing Applications

    Sewing Application Applications Sewing application is a unique feature that provides you with 12 useful sewing applications. When you press the sewing application key, you will be able to choose the right stitch and its appropriate setting for your sewing project. The machine will automatically set up for the selected project.

  • Page 54: Rolled Hemming

    Rolled hemming This section provides two options of the rolled hemming, one with straight stitch and the other with zigzag stitch. Attach the rolled hem foot D. Fold the fabric edge twice to form a hem, 0.3 cm (1/8”) wide and 5 cm (2”) long then press. Place the fabric aligning the hem edge with the guide of the foot.

  • Page 55: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper sewing This section provides 2 options of zipper sewing, one for lapped zipper and the other for concealed zipper. Lapped zipper sewing Zipper1 Straight Stitch Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open. Sew left side Sew right side (A) To sew the left side of the zipper, attach zipper foot E with the pin on the right-hand side.
  • Page 56 2. Attach zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand side. Lower the foot onto the topside at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the fold and the zipper tape. Sew along the zipper guiding the zipper teeth along the bottom edge of the foot.

  • Page 57: Concealed Zipper Sewing

    Concealed zipper sewing NOTE: You need the optional concealed zipper foot (part number 200-333-001), available from authorized dealers. Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will Zipper2 Lock-a-Matic show the step-by-step icon keys. Press at end of seam. " "...
  • Page 58 Right of teeth To sew 1 Press the right of teeth icon key and attach the concealed zipper foot (optional item). Raise the zipper teeth on the right and lower the foot so the left groove of the foot catches the zipper teeth.

  • Page 59: Gathering

    Gathering In addition to the regular gathering stitch, this section offers you a special stitch for easing sleeve tops. Easing a sleeve top (Edging contraction) Sew a pair of lines, 1/8” (3 mm) apart, along the edge of the sleeve top. Pull the needle threads to contract the sleeve top carefully, matching it with the armhole size.

  • Page 60: Button Sewing

    Button sewing Button Sewing Use the button sewing foot T and reduce the foot pressure. When attaching a button to a thick fabric, you need to make a shank by using the button shank plate. The feed dog will automatically lowered when selecting the button sewing section.

  • Page 61: Applique

    Applique Cornering for applique You can select the normal start over or cornering start over for applique stitches. Cornering start over is very helpful when sewing an applique with sharp corners. Press the cornering key and the start over key will change to the cornering start over key.

  • Page 62: Quilting

    Quilting Clasp stitch You can secure multi-layers of fabric and batting using the clasp stitch. Attach the satin stitch foot F. The machine will automatically stop after sewing one cycle of the stitch. Free quilting Attach the darning foot P-2 (refer to page 17). To Sew Lower the foot, then guide the fabric with your hands to stitch along the pattern marked on the fabric.

  • Page 63: Quick Menu (Quick Reference)

    Quick Menu (Quick Reference) The quick menu window shows at-a-glance lists of stitches by category, from which you can select the desired stitch quickly and easily. You can jump to the desired page of the menu by pressing one of the page keys. Each page covers the following groups: Page 1: Utility (U) 1 Buttonholes (B) 2...

  • Page 64: Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns

    Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always make test sewing on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use.

  • Page 65: Embroidery Mode Embroidery Hoops

    EMBROIDERY MODE Embroidery Hoops Embroidery hoop ST: This is the standard size hoop, with a 12.6 cm (5”) by 11 cm (4-3/8”) embroidery area for sewing the built-in embroidery designs etc. 1 Outer hoop 2 Inner hoop 3 Attaching knob 4 Hoop tightening screw 5 Template Template for embroidery hoop ST...

  • Page 66: Stabilizes

    Stabilizes To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. Usage: The stabilizer should be attached to the wrong side of fabric. More than one layer may be required. For firm fabrics, you may place a thin paper under the fabric.

  • Page 67: Setting The Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop

    Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop Mark the Centerlines on the right side of the fabric with tailor's chalk. 1 Fabric 2 Centerlines Loosen the hoop tightening screw on the outer hoop. Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric, matching the centerlines.

  • Page 68: Setting The Embroidery Carriage Arm

    Setting the Embroidery Carriage Arm Turn the power switch on and raise the presser foot. Press down and hold the carriage release lever and swing out the carriage arm until it is fully extended. Release the carriage release lever. Press the embroidery mode key. The visual touch screen will show a warning message.

  • Page 69: Attaching The Embroidery Hoop To The Machine

    Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine Turn the attaching knob so it is parallel with the carriage arm, and set the hoop on the carriage. Attach the hoop by fitting the pins into the carriage holes. 1 Attaching Knob 2 Carriage Holes 3 Pins Turn the attaching knob clockwise to secure the hoop...

  • Page 70: Detaching The Hoop Form The Carriage

    Detaching the Hoop form the Carriage 18 min 6 Colors 7,013 ST 70x79mm Press the ordinary sewing tab. 600 spm Remove the hoop from the carriage. Peppermint 2390 The visual touch screen will show the warning message. Press the OK key and the carriage will move to the home position.

  • Page 71: Mode Selection

    Mode Selection Press the embroidery mode key to enter the embroidery 1/22 mode. The following 5 categories are available in the embroidery mode. Press the next page key to view the next page. Press the previous page key to view the previous page.

  • Page 72: Built-In Designs

    Built-in Designs 18 min 6 Colors 7,013 ST 70x79mm 600 spm Press the Built-in Design Tab. Press the pattern selection key to select the desired Peppermint 2390 pattern. The embroidery screen will appear. Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the needle drop position comes right above the center of the reference lines on the fabric.
  • Page 73 Trace key Ready to Sew Auto Auto ST:126x110mm You can check the size of the sewing area by tracing the 18 min 6 Colors design outline without stitching or with basting stitches. 7,013 ST 70x79mm When you press the tracing key, the tracing option window will 600 spm open.

  • Page 74: Starting To Sew Embroidery

    Starting to Sew Embroidery 18 min 6 Colors Press the Pattern Selection key to select the desired 7,013 ST 70x79mm pattern. 600 spm Peppermint 2390 Lower the presser foot. Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine. Raise the presser foot, cut the loose thread close to the beginning of the starting point and lower the presser foot.

  • Page 75: Monogramming

    Monogramming Press the monogram key to open the monogram window. In the monogram window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys directly. After you press an alphabet key, the letter is memorized and the cursor is moved to the right. 1 Cursor NOTE: Use the standard hoop ST for monogramming.
  • Page 76 Cursor key Press these keys to move the cursor to the left or right. Delete key Press this key to delete the character above the cursor. Page keys Press these keys to view the next page or previous page. The European accented letters are available on the next page.

  • Page 77: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Example: Programming “R&B” in Gothic style font. 1. Press the letter size key and select large size. 2. Enter “R”, the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is Gothic(1/4) ST:126x110mm automatically memorized. 3. Press the letter size key and select medium A∼Z size.

  • Page 78: Placement Of Monogramming

    Placement of monogramming Ready to Sew Auto Auto ST:126x110mm 6 min 1 Color You can select from one of the 3 placements for 1,462 ST 66x30mm monogramming: left justify, center justify and right justify. 600 spm Color Change Black 2296 1 Left Justify Press the key to start sewing from the left end...

  • Page 79: 2- Letter Monogram

    2- Letter monogram 2 Letters ST:126x110mm Example: 2-Letter in an octagon A∼Z Press the font key. Select 2-letter. Select the octagon. Enter “A”. 2 Letters ST:126x110mm Enter “B”. A∼Z Press the OK key and the screen will change to the Ready to Sew Auto Auto...

  • Page 80: Editing A Monogram

    Editing a monogram Gothic(1/4) ST:126x110mm A∼Z Deleting a character MART Enter “M”, “A”, “R” and “T”. MART Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under “R” to delete. Press the delete key and letter “R” will be deleted. Inserting a character Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under “A”.

  • Page 81: Monogramming In Arc

    Monogramming in arc Gothic(1/4) ST:126x110mm You can make a monogram in an upper or lower arc. A∼Z Enter the characters and press the OK key. The embroidery screen will appear. Press the edit Edit ST:126x110mm key to enter the editing mode. Move the letters to the ccenter.
  • Page 82 Edit Press the downward arrow key to make an upper arc. ST:126x110mm Each time you press the arrow key the arc will be deeper. Pressing the arrow key in the opposite direction makes the arc shallower. NOTE: The curvature will change when pressing the downward or upward arrow key, but the arc length will remain the same.

  • Page 83: Editing Mode

    Editing Mode In the editing mode, you can edit and combine designs to create your original embroidery. Press the editing mode key to open the editing window. Selecting the hoop You need to select the appropriate hoop before editing the designs. Press the hoop selection key and the hoop selection window will open.

  • Page 84: Moving A Pattern

    Selecting the pattern to edit Edit SQ:200x200mm To select the pattern to edit, press the pattern image in the editing window. The selected pattern will be framed. A∼Z Moving a pattern Edit SQ:200x200mm To move the embroidery pattern in the editing window, press and drag the pattern to a desired location with your fingertip.

  • Page 85: Deleting The Pattern

    Deleting the pattern Edit Edit SQ:200x200mm SQ:200x200mm Select the design to delete. A∼Z A∼Z Press the delete key to delete the selected pattern. Edit SQ:200x200mm Edit SQ:200x200mm Rotating the pattern A∼Z Press the rotate key to open the rotation A∼Z option window.

  • Page 86: Zooming In The Editing Window

    Zooming in, on the editing window SQ:200x200mm Press the zoom-in key to get the zoom-in view of the editing window. Pressing the zoom-in key again will further enlarge the view. 1 Zoom-in key To scroll the window, press the scroll key and drag the window in the desired direction.

  • Page 87: Combining The Patterns (Creating A Square Frame)

    Combining the patterns (creating a square frame) Designs Edit ST: 126x110mm 4/22 SQ:200x200mm 1 Select pattern ST41. A∼Z 2 Press the editing key. Select the hoop SQ. Press the layout key to move the design down and to the right. Press the duplicate key.

  • Page 88: Using A Template Pattern To Create The Pattern Chain

    Using a template pattern to create the pattern chain 1 Select built-in pattern Template 5. Press the editing key. 2 The editing window with the selected pattern will open 3 Select pattern FA20. A design image will appear in 11/22 the editing window.

  • Page 89: Stipple Quilting With The Hoop Aq

    Stipple Quilting with the Hoop AQ Step 1 AQ quilting AQ quilting is a method for filling a large size quilt with the AQ design patterns (embroidery stippling patterns) using 7-10 cm the hoop AQ. 7-10 cm (3” to 4”) Some ready to sew AQ design patterns (AQ-1 to 4) and (3”...
  • Page 90 Calculating the optimum pattern size Select the desired AQ design pattern and a window for selecting the single pattern adjustment or the AQ Calculator will open. Press the general arrangement key to open the AQ Calculator for calculating and adjusting the general arrangement.
  • Page 91 Creating original AQ design patterns You can create your own AQ design patterns by combining the element patterns in the editing mode. Press the editing mode key to enter the editing mode. Press the hoop selection key and the hoop selection window will open.
  • Page 92 Embroidery hoop AQ The hoop AQ (Advanced Quilting) is uniquely designed for stipple quilting with the AQ design patterns. 1 Outer hoop 2 Attaching knob 3 AQ template 4 Magnetic clamps CAUTION: The magnetic clamp can damage items such as credit cards, floppy disks etc.
  • Page 93 Stipple quilting with the AQ design patterns First sew the center-most pattern of the quilt. Remove the hoop AQ and quilt layers after the first section is finished. NOTE: To remove the magnetic clamp, tilt and roll it off the frame. Place the template sheet on the next section to sew and adjust the position of the template sheet by aligning it with the first pattern sewn.

  • Page 94: Stipple Designs

    Option 1 Stippling Designs Stippling designs 17/22 Built-in designs SD-1 to SD-24 are 120x120 mm sized stippling designs. The hoop AQ is recommended for sewing these patterns. There are 3 options of design patterns available when selecting a design pattern. Press the desired option key before selecting the design pattern.

  • Page 95: File Management

    FILE MANAGEMENT Saving and Opening a File Saving a file An original embroidery design created in the editing mode or programmed pattern combination in the ordinary sewing mode can be saved as a file in the built-in memory, ATA PC card (optional item), USB memory key (optional item) or the PC connected with a USB cable (in embroidery mode only).

  • Page 96: Changing The Name Of The Folder Or File

    Changing the name of the folder or file To change the folder or file name, press the rename and select the folder or file you wish to Rename change its name. The keyboard window will open. Enter a new name and press the OK key. NOTES: Only 8 characters can be entered.

  • Page 97: Opening The File

    Opening the file 1/22 To open the saved files, press the open file key and the open file window will open. Select the folder location, either in the built-in memory, ATA PC card, USB memory key, CD-ROM drive (in embroidery mode only) or the PC connected with a USB cable (in embroidery mode only).

  • Page 98: Direct Pc-Link

    Direct PC-Link Connecting the machine and PC This machine can be connected to the PC with the USB cable included in the standard accessories. You need to install the USB driver for the machine and the PC Folder Tool on your computer. The USB driver and PC Folder Tool are available in the M860 Tools CD-ROM included in standard accessories.

  • Page 99: Optional Items

    OPTIONAL ITEMS PC Design Cards You can import attractive embroidery designs from optional PC Design cards. Inserting the PC Design card Insert the PC Design card into the slot with the front side of the card facing toward you. Push the card in until it clicks, then the eject button will pop out.

  • Page 100: Ata Pc Card

    ATA PC card This machine is compatible with an ATA PC card, which can be used to save files and transfer data between the machine and your PC. The ATA PC card consists of an adapter and CompactFlash card available at computer shops and camera shops.

  • Page 101: Usb Memory Keys

    USB Memory Keys The USB memory keys can be used to save the stitch data and transfer the embroidery designs between the machine and your PC. The USB memory key is available at camera shops, PC supplies stores etc. in various forms. Insert the USB memory key into the type “A”...

  • Page 102: Cd-Rom Drive

    CD-ROM Drive NOTE: Do not use any other CD drives than the exclusive CD-ROM drivefor this machine, which is available from authorized dealers. Insert the mini USB connector into the USB port on the back of the CD-ROM drive. Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the ma- chine.

  • Page 103: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Press the up/down needle button to raise the needle, then unplug the sewing machine. Remove the needle and presser foot. NOTE: Do not dismantle the machine other than what is explained on this page.

  • Page 104: Cleaning The Inside Of The Face Plate

    Assembling the hook race 6. Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits next to the stopper in the hook race. Insert the bobbin. Knob Stopper 7. Reattach the needle plate, aligning the guide holes on the needle plate with the needle plate guide pins and tighten the screw.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See page 102. The machine is noisy. 1. Threads have been caught in the hook mechanism. See page 102. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 12. The needle thread breaks. 1. A needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 30.
  • Page 106 Problem Cause Reference Slipping layers 1. The presser foot pressure is not adjusted correctly. See page 17. 2. The even feed foot is not used. Use the even feed foot. The cloth is not feeding 1. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 102.

  • Page 107: Stitch/Design Chart

    STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing Utility Stitches Block 10 11 12 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 11 12 18 19 20 21 Auto Patchwork and Quilting Stitches 11 12 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41...
  • Page 108 DESIGN CHART ST: for Hoop-ST SQ: for Hoop-SQ...
  • Page 109 DESIGN CHART FA: for Free-arm Hoop-FA TP: Template Pattern for Hoop-SQ MA: for Hoop-MA...
  • Page 110 DESIGN CHART SD: Stippling Designs for Hoop-AQ AQ: AQ Design Patterns for Hoop-AQ SP: Stippling Patterns for Hoop-AQ...
  • Page 111 Gothic Hollowblock Script Bauhaus Cheltenham Galant...
  • Page 112 Typist First Grade Jupiter Brush 3-letters / 2-letters Program border Normal Sew...

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