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  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 — To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Quilting(Q) ................54 ESSENTIAL PARTS Using the Quilting Guide Bar ..........54 Names of Parts................. 3 Q1-Q3 Patchwork Piecing ............54 Standard Accessories .............. 4 Angle Scales on the Needle Plate ......... 54 Accessory Storage ..............5 Q48-Q51 Hand-look quilt stitches ..........

  • Page 5: Essential Parts Names Of Parts

    ESSENTIAL PARTS Names of Parts Thread take-up lever Reference chart Top cover Touch panel stylus holder Foot storage compartment Bobbin thread cutter B Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin thread cutter A Hole for extra spool pin Spool pin Spool holder (large) Face cover Thread cutter Extension table (accessory storage)

  • Page 6: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Overedge foot M Satin stitch foot F Blind hemming foot G Zipper foot E Automatic buttonhole foot R Stabilizer plate Rolled hem foot D Open toe satin stitch foot F2 Darning foot PD-H Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC Free motion quilting open-toe foot QO Free motion quilting zigzag foot QV...

  • Page 7: Accessory Storage

    Accessory Storage The accessories can be conveniently stored in the compartment of the extension table and the compartment under the top cover. To store the accessories in the compartment of the extension table, push up the cover towards you to open the accessory storage.

  • Page 8: Getting Ready To Sew Connecting The Power Supply

    GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply z First make sure the power switch q is off. x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord into the machine socket e. c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t, and turn the power switch q on.

  • Page 9: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left. Foot Control Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed.

  • Page 10: Machine Operating Buttons

    e Auto-lock button • When stitch pattern U01, U04, U08-U10, Q01-Q03, or BR01-BR05, is selected; Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch immediately. The machine will automatically stop. When the machine is stopped, press the auto-lock button to blink the LED signal u. The machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the machine is started.

  • Page 11: Touch Panel Keys

    Touch Panel Keys CAUTION: Do not press the touch panel or visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Use the touch panel stylus included in the standard accessories. q Open file key (refer to page 56, 66) Press this key and the open file window will open.

  • Page 12: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the Bobbin Removing the Bobbin Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. q Hook cover release button w Hook cover plate Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder. e Bobbin NOTE: Use the “J”...
  • Page 13 Winding the bobbin NOTE: Set the speed control slider at the fastest position (refer to page 7). z Pull the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread into the guide slot q. q Guide slot x Be sure that the thread is pulled down under the notch w and into the space below the guide slot as shown.
  • Page 14 Inserting the bobbin z Press the lockout key. Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook cover plate. q Lockout key w End of thread e Bobbin holder r Hook cover plate x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not rotate.

  • Page 15: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before threading the machine. Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever to the highest position. Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. The presser foot will go down and the upper thread tension disks will open.

  • Page 16: Built-In Needle Threader

    Built-in Needle Threader NOTE: • The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended. Do not use thread size 30 or thicker. • The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle.

  • Page 17: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Drawing up the Bobbin Thread After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the bobbin thread. However, you need to draw up the bobbin thread when sewing gathering stitches etc. z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according to the instructions on page 12, but leave a 10 cm (4˝) tail of bobbin thread as shown.

  • Page 18: Replacing Needles

    Replacing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key. q Lockout key Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 19: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to before replacing the presser foot. Use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key.

  • Page 20: Removing And Attaching The Foot Holder

    Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder Remove the foot holder before using the dual feed foot or darning foot. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the foot holder. Removing the foot holder Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.

  • Page 21: Attaching The Dual Feed Foot

    Attaching the Dual Feed Foot Attach the dual feed holder to the presser bar. q Dual feed holder Tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers. Push the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed drive. w Dual feed link e Upper feed drive Lower the presser foot lifter.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Needle Plate

    Replacing the Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing with the dual feed foot. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle plate. NOTE: When the straight stitch needle plate is attached to the machine, the patterns not suitable for the straight stitch needle plate cannot be selected.

  • Page 23: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot

    Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot You can raise and lower the presser foot with the presser foot lifter button, the presser foot lifter or the knee lifter. q Presser foot lifter button w Presser foot lifter e Extra lifted position You can raise the presser foot about 7 mm (1/4˝) higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the presser foot lifter or knee lifter.

  • Page 24: Dropping The Feed Dog

    Dropping the Feed Dog The feed dog can be lowered for sewing on buttons, free motion quilting etc. Shift the drop feed lever toward you to lower the feed dog. q Drop feed lever w Feed dog Shift the drop feed lever away from you to raise the feed dog, it will return to the up position when you start the machine.

  • Page 25: Ordinary Sewing Mode Ordinary Stitch Patterns

    ORDINARY SEWING MODE Ordinary Stitch Patterns In the ordinary sewing mode, there are 4 categories available. q Utility stitches, Buttonhole and specialty stitches w Decorative and quilting stitches e Monogramming r Sewing applications Press one of the icon keys to select the category. NOTE: In this manual, the pattern number refers to the initial for each group or category.

  • Page 26: Function Keys In Ordinary Sewing Mode

    r Sewing applications You can select the appropriate stitch for a specific sewing project and fabric type from the designated application in this category. Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode q Foot-up key If this option is turned on, the needle stops at the down position and the presser foot will automatically go up when the machine stops.
  • Page 27 t Program key Press this key to program a pattern combination. When this key is pressed, the delete key, mirror image keys, save file key and cursor keys will appear. y Vertical mirror image key Press this key to sew a vertical mirror image of the selected pattern (refer to page 58).

  • Page 28: Utility Stitches Straight Stitches

    UTILITY STITCHES Straight Stitches Patterns U1 to U5 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key for the desired stitch. Starting to sew Place the fabric next to the seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.

  • Page 29: Securing Seams

    Securing Seams 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. q Reverse button Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock- a-matic stitch (pattern U2) or locking stitch (pattern U3) and 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, rolled hemming etc. U2 Lock-a-matic stitch Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse button once.

  • Page 31: Sewing With The Dual Feed Device

    Sewing with the Dual Feed Device Patterns U1 to U4 and Q1 to Q4 can be sewn with the dual feed device. The dual feed device is extremely effective when sewing hard to feed materials such as PVC coated fabric or leather.

  • Page 32: U11 Basting

    U11 Basting See page 78 for sewing instructions. Zigzag Stitches U8, U9 Zigzag stitches 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 applique. U10 Multiple zigzag stitches These stitches are used for mending tears.

  • Page 33: Variety Of Overcasting Stitches

    Variety of Overcasting Stitches U10 Multiple zigzag 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. After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the stitches.

  • Page 34: Manual Stitch Settings

    Manual Stitch Settings You can alter the stitch width (or needle drop position of the straight stitches) and stitch length. Press the “+” or “–” key beside the setting you wish to change. Press default key e to recover the original stitch setting.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Adjusting Thread Tension This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension control, which optimizes the tension balance for the selected stitch pattern. Balanced thread tension Straight stitch: Both needle and bobbin threads interlock between the layers. Zigzag stitch: The needle thread appears slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 36: Favorite Stitch Adjustment

    Favorite Stitch Adjustment You can save customized stitch settings (stitch length, stitch width, thread tension and presser foot pressure, depending on the selected stitch patterns) as Favorite Stitch Adjustment. When the favorite stitch adjustment option is turned ON q (refer to page 91), the last-used customized stitch settings are automatically assigned when the stitch pattern is selected.

  • Page 37: U12 Backward Stitch

    U12 Backward Stitch U12 is backward stitch. Use the stitch if it is hard to guide the fabric while pressing the reverse button. The machine sews in reverse without pressing the reverse button so that you can guide the fabric with both hands.

  • Page 38: Buttonholes And Specialty Stitches Variety Of Buttonholes

    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 the machine memorizes it to sew...

  • Page 39: B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole

    B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R. The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 1 cm (3/8˝) to 2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter. When selecting the buttonholes, the visual touch screen advise you to lower the buttonhole lever.
  • Page 40 c Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of the foot. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at the starting point by turning the hand wheel. y Starting point v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go.
  • Page 41 n The buttonhole is sewn automatically in the sequence shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine will stop automatically with the needle in the up position. Press the thread cutter button and remove the fabric. m After you finish buttonhole sewing, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go.
  • Page 42 Manual settings When you press the setting bar, the manual setting window expands to show more options. q Setting bar w Altering buttonhole opening width Press the “+” key to make the buttonhole opening wider. Press the “–’’ key to make the buttonhole opening narrower.

  • Page 43: Using The Stabilizer Plate

    Using the Stabilizer Plate The stabilizer plate holds and supports the fabric so it is helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick fabrics. z Insert the tab of the stabilizer plate q into the slot w of the buttonhole foot. q Stabilizer plate w Slot x Place the button on the button holder of the foot.

  • Page 44: B2 Automatic (Square) Buttonhole

    B2 Automatic (square) Buttonhole Pull the button holder all the way out. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Lower the foot and start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to the left.
  • Page 45 c Start sewing again, and the machine sews the front bartack and right side of the buttonhole. Stop the machine when you reach the ending point. Then press the reverse button q. v Start sewing again, and machine sews the back bartack and locking stitches then stops automatically with the needle in the up position.

  • Page 46: Other Buttonholes

    Other Buttonholes B3, B4 Round end and fine fabric buttonholes The sewing procedure is the same as that of B1 square (sensor) buttonhole (refer to page 37-39). NOTE: The opening width can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0. The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0. The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.20 to 1.00.

  • Page 47: B11 Welted Buttonhole (Bound Buttonhole)

    B11 Welted Buttonhole (Bound Buttonhole) A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch of fabric to the buttonhole. Welted buttonholes are particularly suitable for tailored garments, but are not recommended for sheer or delicate fabrics where the patch might show through or add bulk. z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides together.
  • Page 48 m Fold over the length of the garment fabric, sew back and forth beside the original seam to secure flaps of the patch. r Wrong side of garment fabric t Sew back and forth , Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth three times over the triangular end.

  • Page 49: Corded Buttonhole

    Corded Buttonhole To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for B1 square (sensor) buttonhole. Select pattern B1. z Place the button on the button holder on the buttonhole foot. Hook a filler cord on the spur on the front of the foot. Bring the ends of cord toward the back and under the foot.

  • Page 50: Speciality Stitches

    Speciality Stitches See page 79, 80 and 49 for referring sewing instructions of B12, B14 and B15. B13 Darning z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point.

  • Page 51: B15 Eyelet

    B15 Eyelet The eyelet is used for belt holes, etc. Attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew: Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle to the starting point. Sew until the machine stops automatically. q Starting point Open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed scissors.

  • Page 52: Decorative Stitches Decorative Stitches

    DECORATIVE STITCHES Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are classified into 10 groups. These patterns are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Applique stitches (A): 2 pages Stitches in this group are for applique. (Refer to page 81.) Heirloom stitches (H): 3 pages This group provides heirloom stitches and cross stitches for craft sewing and home décor.
  • Page 53 Quilting stitches (Q): 6 pages Stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting. (Refer to pages 54, 82-85.) Satin stitches (S): 2 pages The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times their original length while the stitch density remains the same.
  • Page 54 Bridge stitches (BR): 1 page Bridge stitches are used for inserting straight stitches after a stitch pattern. The number beside the stitch image on the straight stitch key indicates the stitch count of a programmable unit. Patterns BR5 and BR7 will inherit the needle drop position and stitch length of the previous pattern in the programmed pattern combination.
  • Page 55 Long stitches (L): 1 page Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments and for adding border trims. Pictograph stitches (P): 2 pages Play stitches (PL): 1 page There are many cute designs, fancy motifs and calligraphy available in these groups. Created stitches (CS) In this section, you can select original stitch patterns created with Stitch Composer.

  • Page 56: Quilting(Q)

    Quilting(Q) Using the Quilting Guide Bar The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitches. Insert the quilting guide bar into the hole in the back of the foot holder. Slide the quilting guide bar and set it to the desired spacing.

  • Page 57: S1-S14 Decorative Satin Stitches

    S1-S14 Decorative Satin Stitches Elongation Ratio Patterns S1 to S14 are decorative satin stitches for which the pattern length can be elongated without changing the stitch density. Press the setting bar q to expand the manual setting window. q Setting bar Press the “+”...

  • Page 58: Created Stitches (Cs)

    Created Stitches (CS) Original stitch patterns created with Stitch Composer are saved in this group. Insert the USB flash drive containing the original stitch patterns and press the open file key. q Open file key Select the USB icon and the folder list will appear. Select the desired folder to open and the file list will appear.

  • Page 59: Twin Needle Sewing

    Twin Needle Sewing Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can be sewn with a twin needle. Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with the standard accessories. CAUTION: Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key before changing the needle.

  • Page 60: Programming A Pattern Combination

    PROGRAMMING A PATTERN COMBINATION The patterns in the decorative stitch category and monograms can be programmed to make a pattern combination. Press the program key and select as many patterns as you wish to program. You can program up to 100 patterns in each combination. The images of programmed patterns are shown on the left side of the visual touch screen.

  • Page 61: Editing A Pattern Combination

    Editing a Pattern Combination Deleting a Pattern The pattern before the cursor or shown in blue is deleted by pressing the delete key. q Cursor w Delete key To delete a pattern in the middle of a combination, press the cursor key to select the pattern you wish to delete. The stitch image of the selected pattern turns blue.

  • Page 62: Startover Key

    Startover Key This is a 2-way function key to start sewing a pattern combination over from the beginning. When you stop sewing a pattern combination, the startover key is activated. The key shows a triangle and single bar that means the machine will start over from the current pattern.

  • Page 63: Checking Pattern Combination Length

    Checking Pattern Combination Length You can check the total length of the pattern combination by pressing on the pattern combination length key indicated in the manual setting window. Press the setting bat to open the manual setting window. q Setting bar w Pattern combination length key The readout of the total length is a theoretical value and the actual length may vary depending on sewing...

  • Page 64: Monogramming

    MONOGRAMMING You can program letters and symbol designs for monogramming. Press the Monogram key and the font selection window will open. You can select one of 3 fonts*. Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding key. q Monogram key w Block font key e Script font key r Block font (9 mm) key...

  • Page 65: Manual Thread Tension

    Manual Thread Tension This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension control. However, you may need to manually adjust the tension balance depending on the sewing conditions. To adjust the thread tension, press the setting bar to show the option. Individual Thread Tension Adjustment To apply the thread tension adjustment to each letter individually, select the letter by moving the cursor.

  • Page 66: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a Monogram Simply enter the characters by pressing the corresponding keys to program a monogram. Example 1: “Quilt” in Block font Select Block font. Enter “Q”. Press the letter case key q to select lower case. q Letter case key Enter “u”, “i”, “l”...

  • Page 67: Saving A Pattern Combination

    Saving a Pattern Combination The pattern combination and monogram can be saved as a file in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive. The machine has a USB port for USB flash drive. Press the save file key after programming a pattern combination, and the save file window will open.

  • Page 68: Opening A Pattern Combination

    Opening a Pattern Combination You can open the pattern combination and monogram saved in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive. Press the open file key and the open file window will open. q Open file key Select the memory location; either the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive.

  • Page 69: Sewing Application Sewing Application

    SEWING APPLICATION Sewing Application Sewing application is a unique feature that provides you with 12 useful sewing applications. Press the sewing application key and the sewing application menu will open. The 12 sewing applications are as follows: q Seaming w Overedge e Blind Hem &...

  • Page 70: Seaming

    Seaming There are 4 types of stitches for seaming in this group. q Woven (Seaming 1) Straight stitches for seaming regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit (Seaming 2) Narrow stretch stitches for seaming stretch or knit fabrics. e Curve (Seaming 3) Short straight stitches for seaming curved line.

  • Page 71: Overedge

    Overedge q Woven Overcasting stitch for regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit Knit stitch for finishing raw edges of stretch or knit fabrics. For better results, use the zigzag foot A and sew leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the stitches (refer to page 31).

  • Page 72: Blind Hem

    Blind Hem Select “Blind Hem”. The following 2 options are available. q Woven For blind hemming regular woven fabric w Stretch/Knit For blind hemming stretch or knit fabric. To sew: Attach the blind hem foot G. Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance as shown.

  • Page 73: Shell Tuck

    Altering blind hem stitch width Press the “+” key in the row w to increase the stitch width Press the “–” key in the row w to decrease the stitch width e. NOTE: You can move the left needle drop position r with the “+”...

  • Page 74: Rolled Hem

    Rolled Hem q Straight Stitch Rolled hemming with straight stitch w Zigzag Stitch Rolled hemming with narrow zigzag stitch e 4 mm & 6 mm Rolled hemming using optional rolled hemming feet D1 and D2 To sew: 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.

  • Page 75: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper Sewing q Lapped zipper Lapped zipper application with the zipper foot E w Concealed zipper Concealed zipper application with the optional concealed zipper foot Z Lapped zipper sewing Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open. Press the sewing step icon and the machine setting will automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.
  • Page 76 Sew left side Attach the zipper foot E. Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place. q 0.2-0.3 cm (1/8˝) w Zipper teeth e Fold...
  • Page 77 Basting Replace the foot with the zigzag foot A. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together. q Basting Sew right side Replace the foot with the zipper foot E. Backstitch across the end of opening to 1 cm (3/8˝). Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding the zipper teeth along the bottom edge on the foot.

  • Page 78: Concealed Zipper Sewing (Optional)

    Concealed Zipper Sewing (optional) Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will show the step-by-step icon keys. Prepare a concealed zipper 2 cm (3/4˝) longer than the opening size. Press the sewing step icon and machine settings will automatically adjust to suit each sewing step. Lock-a-Matic Attach the zigzag foot A.
  • Page 79 Stitching tape Raise the foot and close the zipper. Replace the foot with the zipper foot E. Turn and fold the bodice to the right. Seam along the edge of the left zipper tape and reverse the stitches 2 cm (3/4˝) before the zipper bottom.

  • Page 80: Gathering

    Gathering In addition to the regular gathering stitch, this section offers you a special stitch for easing sleeve tops. Easing a sleeve top Pull both of the threads about 10 cm (4˝). Sew a pair of lines, 3 mm (1/8˝) apart, along the edge of the sleeve top.

  • Page 81: Button Sewing

    Button Sewing When attaching a button to thick fabric, you need to make a shank by using the button shank plate. Select “Shank” Lower the feed dog. Attaching the button sewing foot T Make sure to press the lockout key to lock the machine. Insert the rear pin of the foot into the rear groove of the foot holder.

  • Page 82: Tacking

    Tacking Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. There are 3 auto tacking sizes and manual tacking available. Attach the satin stitch foot F. Auto tacking Lower the needle at the starting point and start sewing. →...

  • Page 83: Applique

    Applique There are 6 types of applique stitches available in this section. You can select the needle stop position either up or down by pressing the needle stop position key. q Needle stop position key The letter above the stitch image denotes the baseline of the needle drop position.

  • Page 84: Patchwork

    Patchwork Patchwork piecing There are 3 stitches for seaming patchwork pieces in this section. The default stitch length is set at 1.8 mm, ideal for patchwork piecing, but you can fine tune the stitch length by pressing the “+” or “–” key. Attach 1/4˝...

  • Page 85: Quilting

    Quilting In this section, 6 types of useful stitches for quilting are available. q Straight stitches (with dual feed) w Clasp stitches e Free motion quilting stitches r Sculpture stitches (with dual feed) t Hand-look quilt stitches y Variable zigzag stitches Straight stitches (with dual feed) Straight stitches in this section are suitable for seaming quilt layers using the dual feed foot (refer to page 19 for...

  • Page 86: Free Quilting

    Free Quilting For ordinary and bulky quilts, select “Straight Stitch 1” or “Zigzag Stitch 1”, and use the darning foot PD-H (refer to page 19 for how to attach the darning foot). Select the “Straight Stitch 2” or “Zigzag Stitch 2” for flatter quilts and use the free quilting foot QC, QO or QV.

  • Page 87: Hand-Look Quilt Stitches

    Hand-look Quilt Stitches Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin. The bobbin thread is pulled up on the right side of the fabric and the stitches will look as if sewn by hand. Variable Zigzag This unique feature allows you to control zigzag width with the knee lifter.

  • Page 88: Customizing Machine Settings Machine Setting Mode

    CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS Machine Setting Mode Press the set mode key to enter the machine setting mode. You can select various options and customize the machine settings to suit your personal preference. q Set mode key Press one of the 3 keys to select the mode to customize. w Common setting mode key Press the common setting mode key to enter the common setting mode.
  • Page 89 r Standby Timer The sewing lights will turn off and the machine will enter standby mode if you do not use the machine within the time period set by this timer. Doing any operation will turn the lights and screen on again. The standby timer can be set from 1 to 30 minutes.

  • Page 90: Sewing Light

    u Quiet Mode If you prefer the machine to run more quietly, turn on this option so the signal sound and start-up sewing speed will be set at the lowest levels. The quiet mode setting overrules any previous settings for these parameters. NOTE: The quiet sign o will appear on the right upper corner of the screen, sound volume on the common settings,...

  • Page 91: Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode

    !0 Background Color You can select from the colorful wallpapers for the background of the visual touch screen by pressing the relevant icon. !1 Reset All to Defaults Press the Yes key to reset all the parameters to the original values (factory settings). Press the OK key to register the new settings.

  • Page 92: Foot Pressure

    e Adjustable Start-Up Speed The machine will start running slowly and the sewing speed will gradually increase to maximum. You can select the desired start-up speed from slow, normal or high by pressing the corresponding key, and set the speed for the start/stop button or foot control individually. Press the next page key to show the next menu.
  • Page 93 !0 Thread Cut after Auto-Lock The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing locking stitches when this option is turned on. !1 Favorite Stitch Adjustment If you wish to save the changes to manual stitch settings, turn on this option by pressing the ON key. If this option if turned off, the manual stitch setting will be cleared when turn the power switch off.

  • Page 94: Language Selection Mode

    Language Selection Mode Select the desired language and press the OK key. The visual touch screen shows messages in the selected language. Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stitch patterns may vary depending upon sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc.

  • Page 95: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than as explained in this section. CAUTION: Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight.

  • Page 96: Cleaning The Inside Of The Thread Guide

    Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide Clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top cover at least once a month. z Remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide plate by pulling it up. q Thread guide plate x Remove lint and dust from the brush on the underside of the thread guide plate using a lint brush.

  • Page 97: Problems And Warning Signals

    Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the visual touch screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below. Warning Sign Cause Try this 1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control Disconnect the foot control. connected.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 13 breaks 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. Page 33 3. The needle is bent or blunt. Change the needle. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 16 5.

  • Page 99: Stitch Chart

    Stitch Chart Utility(U) Buttonhole (B) Applique (A) Heirloom (H) Quilt (Q) Satin (S) Bridge (BR) Decorative (D) Long (L) Pictograph (P) Play (PL) Stitches for the straight stitch needle plate * Stitch patterns marked with grey can be flipped vertically. (Horizontal mirror image)
  • Page 100 Stitch Chart (Monogram) Block Script Block (9mm)
  • Page 104 863-800-306 (ENG)

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