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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION BOOK...
- Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS NAMES OF PARTS Zigzag Stitches ............25 Names of Parts ............1 Altering the stitch width ..........25 Standard Accessories ..........2 Altering the stitch length ..........25 Overcasting with zigzag stitch ........25 GETTING READY TO SEW Multiple zigzag stitch .......... -
Page 5: Names Of Parts Names Of Parts
NAMES OF PARTS Names of Parts Upper thread guide Bobbin winding tension disk Spool holder (large) Spool pin Hole for additional spool pin Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin thread holder/cutter LCD display Stitch length adjusting buttons Stitch width adjusting buttons Elongation button Twin needle button Pattern selection buttons... -
Page 6: Standard Accessories
Standard Accessories Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine) Overedge foot: C Zipper foot: E Satin stitch foot: F Blind hem foot: G 1/4” seam foot: O Automatic buttonhole foot: R Buttonhole stabilizer plate Spool holder ( X 2) (large) Spool holder ( X 2) (small) Additional spool pin Bobbins ( X 4) -
Page 7: Getting Ready To Sew Connecting The Power Supply
GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply • Using the foot control Turn off the power switch. Pull out the foot control cable gently. Insert the foot control plug into the foot control jack. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. -
Page 8: Using The Start/Stop Button
• Using the start/stop button Turn off the power switch. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch. q Power switch w Machine plug e Machine socket r Power supply plug t Wall outlet y Start/Stop button... -
Page 9: Extension Table
Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be easily removed for free-arm sewing. Detaching the table Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated. q Extension table Attaching the table Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the machine. -
Page 10: Machine Operating Buttons
START STOP Machine Operating Buttons e e e e e Auto-lock button q q q q q Start/Stop button • When pattern 01 , 02 , 07 or 08 is selected; Lower the presser foot lifter. Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch Press the start/stop button to start the machine. -
Page 11: Function Buttons & Lcd Display
Function Buttons & LCD Display q q q q q Pattern selection buttons Press the pattern selection button to select the desired pattern. A pattern number and pattern image along with an identification letter of the recommended foot are indicated on each button. When the pattern is selected a green light on the button will turn on. -
Page 12: Presser Foot Lifter
Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the foot about 1/4” (0.6 cm) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to help you place thick material under the foot. q Presser foot lifter w Normal up position e Highest position... -
Page 13: Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension Straight stitch • Balanced tension The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail). If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that the stitches are evenly balanced. -
Page 14: Zigzag Stitch
Zigzag stitch For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric. See the illustrations for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as necessary. -
Page 15: Dropping Or Raising The Feed Dog
Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine. To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of View from the rear the arrow q. To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you. -
Page 16: Changing The Needle
Changing the Needle CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle clamp. -
Page 17: Setting The Spool Of Thread
Setting the Spool of Thread Horizontal spool pin Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the supporter. -
Page 18: Winding The Bobbin
Winding the bobbin NOTE: Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for bobbin winding. z Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disk. q Bobbin winding tension disk x Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle. w Bobbin e Bobbin winder spindle c Hold the thread with both hands and wind it around... -
Page 19: Inserting The Bobbin
Inserting the bobbin CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the bobbin and threading the bobbin holder. z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook cover plate. q End of thread w Bobbin holder e Hook cover plate x Hold the bobbin with fingertip so it does not rotate. -
Page 20: Threading The Machine
Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. CAUTION: Turn off the power switch before threading the machine. z Turn the power switch off. Draw the thread around the upper thread guide. -
Page 21: Needle Threader
Needle Threader CAUTION: Turn off the power switch when using the needle threader. Lower the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest position. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind. -
Page 22: 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. Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin again and rethread the bobbin holder according to the instructions on page 15, but leave a 10 cm (4”) tail of the bobbin thread as shown. -
Page 23: Basic Sewing Straight Stitch Sewing
BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch Sewing q Stitch pattern: 01 or 02 w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Starting to sew Raise presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. -
Page 24: Changing Sewing Direction
Changing sewing direction Stop the machine and raise the presser foot. Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing direction as desired. Lower the foot and start sewing in a new direction. NOTE: The machine stops with the needle in down position when patterns 1 to 25 are selected. -
Page 25: Using Seam Guides
Using Seam Guides The seam guides on the needle plate and the hook cover plate help you to measure seam allowance. The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance from the center needle position in inches and milimeters. q Center needle position The front seam guides are marked at 1/4˝, 3/8˝... -
Page 26: Altering The Needle Drop Position
Altering the needle drop position The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch patterns 01 to 05 and 19. Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to move the needle to the left. Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to move the needle to the right. -
Page 27: Straight Stitch
Straight stitch q Stitch pattern: 01 or 02 w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A For seaming garments, zipper application and more. Pattern 02 is used for seaming fine fabrics. Lock-a-matic stitch q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot:... -
Page 28: Triple Stretch Stitch
Triple stretch stitch q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A This strong, durable stitch is recommended when both elasticity and strength are necessary in order to insure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams. -
Page 29: Zigzag Stitches
Zigzag Stitches q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile stitches. It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also used as a decorative stitch. NOTE: Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such as knit, jersey or tricot. -
Page 30: Multiple Zigzag Stitch
Multiple zigzag stitch q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: 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 31: Buttonholes
Buttonholes The following 3 types of buttonholes are available. q q q q q Square Buttonhole This buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. w w w w w Round-end Buttonhole This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics, especially for blouses and children’s clothes. - Page 32 x Pull the button holder to the back, and place the button in it. Push it together tightly to the button. e Button holder NOTE: If the button is extremely thick, make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric. If it is difficult to fit the button through the test buttonhole, you can lengthen the buttonhole by pulling the button holder back a little.
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Page 33: Double Layer Buttonhole
b Start the machine to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole is sewn in the sequence as shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine will stop automatically with the needle in the up position. n Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the bartack to prevent accidentally cutting the stitches. -
Page 34: Using The Stabilizer Plate
Using the stabilizer plate The stabilizer plate holds and supports fabrics so it is helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick fabrics. z Attach the stabilizer holder to the buttonhole foot by inserting the foot into the channels of the holder. q Stabilizer plate holder w Buttonhole foot e Channel... -
Page 35: Adjusting The Width And Density For Buttonholes
Adjusting the width and density for buttonholes • Adjusting the buttonhole width Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to increase the buttonhole width. Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to decrease the buttonhole width. q Stitch width adjusting button NOTE: The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0. -
Page 36: Corded Buttonhole
Corded buttonhole q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: 1 to 5 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole sewing. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. -
Page 37: Tacking
Tacking q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. • Start sewing Start the machine and sew until the machine stops automatically. -
Page 38: Eyelet
Eyelet q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F The eyelet is used for belt holes etc. • Starting to sew Lower the needle at the starting point and lower the presser foot. -
Page 39: Zipper Sewing
Zipper Sewing q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Zipper foot E Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin on the zipper foot into the groove of the foot holder. To sew the left side of the zipper, attach zipper foot with the right-hand side of pin. -
Page 40: Start Sewing
Start sewing z Fold up the upper seam allowance. Fold back the bottom seam allowance to form a 0.3 cm (1/8˝) fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin the zipper tape to the zipper opening. q Upper seam allowance w Bottom seam allowance e 0.3 cm (1/8˝) r Zipper teeth... - Page 41 v Close the zipper and open the upper fabric flat over the zipper. Baste the upper fabric and zipper tape together. o Upper fabric !0 Basting stitch b Detach the foot and attach it with the pin on the left. Backstitch across the end of opening 1 cm (3/8˝).
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Page 42: Blind Hemming
Blind Hemming q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Blind Hem stitch foot G z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to form a 0.5 cm (1/4˝ ) allowance. q Wrong side of fabric w 0.5 cm (1/4˝) (1) On heavyweight fabrics that tend to ravel, the raw... -
Page 43: Button Sewing
Button Sewing q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Feed dog: Lowered Lower the feed dog. Set the speed control slider at a slower speed. Set the stitch length at the minimum (0.2). q Stitch length (0.2) Match the holes of button to the horizontal slot of the presser foot and lower the foot to hold the button in... -
Page 44: Decorative Stitching Patchwork Piecing
DECORATIVE STITCHING Patchwork Piecing q Stitch pattern: 01 or 04 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: 1/4” seam foot O Put the patchwork pieces right sides together and place them on the needle plate. Align the right edge of fabric with the guide of the 1/4” seam foot and angled edge with the relative angle scale;... -
Page 45: Shelltuck Tuck
Shelltuck Tuck q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: 6 to 8 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the fabric in bias as shown and stitch on the fold. Allow the needle to barely clear the folded edge to create a shelled edge. -
Page 46: Fringing
Fringing q Stitch Pattern: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily. Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. -
Page 47: Fagoting
Fagoting q Stitch pattern: 11, 17, 20 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Use these stitches to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add design interest. Fold under each fabric edge 1.5 cm (5/8˝) and press. -
Page 48: Smocking
Smocking q Stitch pattern: 16, 17, 20 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on children’s clothes or women’s blouses. Use a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham or challis. -
Page 49: Satin Stitches
Satin Stitches Machine settings q Stitch pattern: 21, 22, 23 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Satin stitches are used as decorative stitches on table linen etc. Test sew if you reduce the stitch length to ensure smooth feed of the fabric. -
Page 50: Twin Needle Sewing
Twin Needle Sewing CAUTION: Turn off the machine before changing the needle or threading the machine. Make sure to press the twin needle button before sewing with twin needle. Do not use twin needles other than one included in the standard accessories, otherwise the needle may hit the needle plate, foot or hook and break. -
Page 51: Selecting The Patterns
Selecting the patterns Select the desired pattern suitable for twin needle sewing. Press the twin needle button. q Twin needle button The LCD screen shows a twin needle icon and the maximum permissible stitch width is restricted to 3.0 The needle drop position of straight stitches is restricted to between 2.0 and 5.0. -
Page 52: Machine Settings
MACHINE SETTINGS Machine Setting Mode In the setting mode buzzer sound and needle stop position can be set to your preference. Entering the setting mode Turn the power switch on while pressing and holding the thread cutter button. Keep the thread cutter button START pressed until the LCD screen shows the buzzer setting STOP... -
Page 53: Care Of Your Machine
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. Do not dismantle the machine 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 54: Problems And Warning Signs
Problems and Warning Signs Audible signal The buzzer sounds when: Normal operation Invalid operation Pip-pip-pip Pip-pip-peep Buttonhole sewing completed Malfunction Peep Warning sign Cause Try this The machine will not sew with the start/ Disconnect the foot control and start the stop button because the foot control is machine. -
Page 55: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Reference Condition Cause The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 16 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. breaks. See page 9, 10 3. The needle is bent or blunt. See page 12 4. - Page 56 809-800-478 (EN)