Gemini STITCH-L100 Manual

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Alison Tobin

February 1, 2025

Stitch length knob hard to turn doesn't turn to show s1

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Mr. Anderson

February 10, 2025

The stitch length knob on the Gemini STITCH-L100 may be hard to turn and not showing "S1" due to mechanical resistance or improper operation. Ensure the machine is properly lubricated as described in the manual. If the machine has thread caught in the hook, remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel back and forth by hand, and clear any thread remnants. Additionally, verify that the knob is being turned correctly and not obstructed by debris or damage.

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Summary of Contents for Gemini STITCH-L100

Page 1 STITCH-L100 STITCH-L MODEL: MODEL:...
Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, 5. Keep ﬁngers away from all moving basic precautions should always be parts. Special care is required around the followed, including the following: sewing machine needle. Read all instructions before using 6. Always use the proper needle plate. this sewing machine.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
List of Contents Principal Parts......................... Accessories..........................Fitting the Snap-In Sewing Table and Spool Pin............Connecting the Machine to a Power Source..............Two-Step Presser Foot Lever/Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure...... Attaching the Presser Foot Holder..................Winding the Bobbin......................... Inserting the Bobbin........................
Page 4: Principal Parts
Principal Parts 1. Thread Tension Dial 9. Stitch Length Dial 2. Presser Foot Pressure 10. Stitch Width Dial 3. Thread Take-Up Lever 11. Stitch Display 4. Thread Cutter 12. Reverse Sewing Lever 5. Presser Foot 13. Automatic Threader 6. Needle Plate 7.
Page 5: Principal Parts
Principal Parts 14. Upper Thread Guide 21. Power Switch 15. Presser Foot Lever 22. Main Plug Socket 16. Handle 23. Bobbin Thread Guide 17. Bobbin Winder 18. Spool Pin 19. Handwheel 20. Pattern Selector Dial...
Page 6: Accessories
Accessories Standard Accessories (1) l. Spool Holder a. 4-Step Buttonhole Foot m. All-Purpose Foot b. Butterﬂy-Shape Screwdriver n. Zipper Foot c. Seam Ripper/Brush o. Embroidering/Darning foot d. Lubricating Oil e. 3 x Needles f. 3 x Bobbins g. Twin Needle h.
Page 7: Fitting The Snap-In Sewing Table And Spool Pin
Fitting the Snap-In Sewing Table and Spool Pin Hold the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (Pic 1) The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be utilised as an accessory box. To open, lift it up at the point of the arrow. (Pic 2) Fitting the Spool Pin 1.
Page 8: Connecting The Machine To A Power Source
Connecting the Machine to a Power Source Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from the power source and the main swit machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts. - This machine is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with an appropriate electrical outlet.
Page 9: Two-Step Presser Foot Lever/Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure
Two-Step Presser Foot Lever When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy positioning of the work. (A) Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to the type of fabric (light or heavy- weight).
Page 10: Attaching The Presser Foot Holder
Attaching the Presser Foot Holder Attention: Turn power switch to “O” before carrying out any of the operations below. Turn the handwheel to raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lever. Attach the presser foot holder (b) to the presser foot bar (a). (Pic 1) Attaching the Presser Foot: Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out...
Page 11: Winding The Bobbin
Winding the Bobbin Place a thread spool on the spool pin (a). (Pic 1) Take the thread from the spool through the bobbin thread guide and wind the thread a few times by hand around the empty bobbin in a clockwise direction.
Page 12: Inserting The Bobbin
Inserting the Bobbin Attention: Turn power switch to “O” before inserting or removing the bobbin. When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. (Pic 1) - Remove the bobbin case by pulling on the hinged latch. - Hold the bobbin case with one hand on the latch and insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction.
Page 13: Changing The Needle
Changing the Needle Caution: Turn power switch to “O” before inserting or removing the needle. Replace the needle at the ﬁrst sign of thread breakage or skipped stitches. Select the correct type and size of needle for the fabric to be sewn. Turn the handwheel towards you until the needle is at the highest position.
Page 14: Threading The Upper Thread
Threading the Upper Thread Caution: Before threading, turn power switch to “O”. Raise the needle to its highest position. Follow exactly the num- bered threading sequence illustrat- ed. If you skip a step or fail to properly engage the thread in any of the thread guides, the machine will not sew properly.
Page 15: Automatic Needle Threader
Automatic Needle Threader Attention: Turn power switch to Raise the needle to its highest position. Press lever (A) right down. (Pic 1) The threader automatically swings to the threading position (B). (Pic 1) Take the thread around the hook (C). (Pic 1) Take the thread in front of the needle round the hook...
Page 16: Thread Tension
Thread Tension Note: The bobbin thread tension has been adjusted at the factory and readjustment is usually not required. Lower Thread Tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin from the machine and hold the bobbin case suspended by the thread.
Page 17: Bringing Up The Lower Thread
Bringing Up the Lower Thread Lift the presser foot lever. Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you with your right hand until the needle goes down and comes up again to its highest position. (Pic 1) - Lightly draw the needle thread forming a loop with the bobbin thread.
Page 18: Reverse Sewing/Removing The Work/Cutting The Thread
Reverse Sewing Reverse sewing is used for locking the end of seams and where reinforcement is needed. At the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever and touch the foot control lightly. Sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever and the machine will sew forwards again (A).
Page 19: Matching Needle, Fabric And Thread
Matching Needle, Fabric and Thread Needle Fabric, Thread Selection Guide Needle Size Fabrics Thread Lightweight fabrics, thin cottons, voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks, Light-duty thread in cotton, 9-11 (65-75) cotton, knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes, nylon or polyester woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics Medium-weight fabrics/cotton, satin, 12 (80) kettleclote, sailcloth, double knits,...
Page 20: How To Choose Your Pattern
How to Choose Your Pattern For straight stitch, select pattern “A” with the pattern selector dial (4). Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial (2). You may choose any needle position by turning the stitch width dial (1). For zigzag stitch, select pattern “B”...
Page 21: Straight Stitching And Needle Position
Straight Stitching and Needle Position Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position. Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. Whilst using the straight stitch, the needle position can be changed using the stitch width dial (1) from “0”...
Page 22: Zigzag Stitches
Zigzag Stitches Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “B” for the zigzag stitch position. Function of Stitch Width Dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is “5”; however, the width can be reduced on any pattern.
Page 23: Blind Hem/Lingerie Stitch
Blind Hem/Lingerie Stitch *The blind hem foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, etc... Blind hem for stretch fabrics, turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “D”. Blind hem/lingerie for ﬁrm fabrics, turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letters “E”...
Page 24: Overlock Stitches
Overlock Stitches *The overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. For seams, neatening, visible hems etc... Turn the stitch length dial to “S1”. The stitch width can be adjusted to suit the fabric. Stretch Overlock: For ﬁne knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. (Pic A) Double Overlock Stitch: For ﬁne knits, handknits, seams.
Page 25: Sewing On Buttons
Sewing on Buttons *The button sewing foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Install the embroidering plate to the needle plate as illustrated. (Pic 1) Change the presser foot to the button sewing foot. Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position and lower the foot.
Page 26: How To 4-Step Buttonholes
How to Sew 4-Step Buttonholes Prepare Measure the diameter and thicknes of the button and add 0.3cm ( ⁄ ) for bar tacks; mark the buttonhole size on the fabric. Place the fabric under the foot so that the markings on the fabric line up with the corresponding markings on the foot.
Page 27: Zippers And Piping
Zippers and Piping Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position. Set the stitch length control between “1” to “4” (according to the thickness of the fabric). The zipper foot can be inserted right or left, depending on which side of the foot you are going to sew.
Page 28: Sewing With A Rolled Hem Foot
Sewing with a Rolled Hem Foot *The rolled hem foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. This foot is useful for hems in ﬁne or sheer fabrics. Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A”...
Page 29: 3-Step Zigzag Stitch
3-Step Zigzag Stitch This stitch is useful for sewing on lace and elastic, and for darning, mending and reinforcing edges. Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “C” for the 3-step zigzag stitch position.
Page 30: Triple Stitch Selection
Triple Stitch Selection Triple Straight Stitch: (Pic 1 and Pic 3) This stitch is useful for hard-wearing seams and stretch fabrics. Turn the patten selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the triple straight stitch position. Turn the stitch length dial to “S1”.
Page 31: Smocking Stitch
Smocking Stitch This stitch can be used for all types of jersey as well as for woven fabrics for seams, hems etc... (Pic 1) Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “C” for the smocking stitch position.
Page 32: Sewing With A Cording Foot
Sewing with a Cording Foot *The cording foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. cloths, etc... Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “B” for the zigzag stitch position.
Page 33: Free Motion Darning
Free Motion Darning *The darning foot is included with your machine. Set the machine as illustrated. Install the embroidering plate. (Pic 1) Remove the presser foot clamp. (Pic 2) Attach the darning foot to the presser foot bar. The lever (A) should be behind the needle clamp screw (B).
Page 34: Practical Stitches
Practical Stitches Set the machine as illustrated. Turn the stitch width dial and stitch length dial to suit the fabric. Shell Hem Stitch (F) Suitable for decorative edges on sheer, ﬁne and stretch fabrics. The larger stitch should go just over the edge of Crescent Stitch (K) Suitable for a delicate edge ﬁnish along the edge of fabric.
Page 35: Darning
Darning - Turn the stitch length dial to the desired length. - Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the staight stitch position, and select the centre needle position. - Position the fabric to be darned under the presser foot together with the under laying fabric to be used.
Page 36: Attaching Lace
Attaching Lace - Turn the stitch length dial to the desired length. - Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position, and select the centre needle position. - Fold in the edge of the fabric (approximately 6mm ¼”). - Place the lace under the folded edge of the fabric allowing it to under lap the fabric slightly as required by the pattern of the lace.
Page 37: Appliqué
Appliqué - Turn the stitch length dial to the desired length. - Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “B” for the zigzag stitch position. - Select a narrow zigzag width. - Cut out the appliqué design and either tack it to the fabric by hand, or adhere it using a fabric adhesive.
Page 38: Twin Needle
Twin Needle - Turn the stitch length dial to the desired stitch length. - Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position, and select the centre needle position. - Select a stitch width setting of “2.5”. - Make sure that the two threads used to thread the twin needle are of the same weight.
Page 39: Quilting
Quilting *The quilting foot is an optional accessory not supplied with this machine. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position. Insert the quilting guide in presser foot holder and set the space as desired (refer to page 8).
Page 40: Gathering
Gathering *The gathering foot is an optional accessory not supplied with this machine. Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the letter “A” for the straight stitch position. 1. Attach the gathering foot. 2. Sew a single row or multiple rows of straight stitches. 3.
Page 41: Patch Work
Patch Work These stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric while leaving a space between their edges. 1. Fold over the edges of the two pieces of fabric for the hem and tack the edges to a thin piece of paper by hand, leaving a small space between them.
Page 42: Maintenance
Maintenance Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main swit (“O”) before inserting or removing any parts and before cleaning. Remove the Stitch Plate: Turn the handwheel until the needle is fully raised. Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screw with the screwdriver.
Page 43: Trouble Shooting Guide
Trouble Shooting Guide Correction Cause Problem 1. Rethread the machine 2. Reduce the thread tension (lower 1. The machine is threaded incorrectly number) 2. The thread tension is too tight Upper 3. Select a larger needle 3. The thread is too thick for the needle thread 4.
Page 44 Tel: +44 (0)1388 663251 In the US Contact: Crafter’s Companion™ International 3321 South Susan Street Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA Tel: 800-399-5035 ©Crafter’s Companion. All Rights Reserved. Gemini™ Stitch is not intended for use by children without adult supervision. Age 14+...