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  • Page 1 Instruction Book...
  • Page 3 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 NAMES OF PARTS Tacking ................. 40 Names of Parts ............... 3 Eyelet ................41 Standard Accessories ............ 4 Zipper Sewing ............42-44 Large Extension Table ........... 5 Blind Hemming ............. 45 Stitch Chart ..............5 Button Sewing .............. 46 Gathering ..............

  • 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 extra spool pin Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper LCD display Function keys Speed control slider Automatic thread cutter button Needle up/down button Auto-lock button Reverse button...

  • Page 6: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine) Zipper foot: E Satin stitch foot: F Automatic buttonhole foot: R Stabilizer plate Stabilizer plate holder Blind hem foot: G Overedge foot: C 1/4˝ seam foot: O Spool holder ( X 2) (large) (1 set on the machine) Spool holder ( X 2) (small) Extra spool pin Bobbins ( X 4) (1 set on the machine)

  • Page 7: Large Extension Table

    Large Extension Table Attaching the table Pull the table away from the machine. Spread the legs of large extension table. Holding the table with both hands and slide it gently to the right. Adjust the table height Turn setscrews of the table legs with a screwdriver (optional).

  • Page 8: Getting Ready To Sew

    GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply Using the foot control Turn off the power switch. Insert the pin connector into the jack. Insert the machine plug into the power inlet. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch.

  • Page 9: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left. Foot control Depress the foot control to start the machine.

  • Page 10: Machine Operating Buttons

    Machine Operating Buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being pressed.

  • Page 11: Lcd Display

    LCD Display The LCD display shows following information when the machine is turned on. q Identification letter of the recommended foot w Stitch pattern number e Stitch width r Stitch length Function Keys Mode selection When the power switch is turned on, the pattern selection mode 1 (mode 1) is set automatically.

  • Page 12: Stitch Width Adjusting Key

    Stitch width adjusting key Press “+” or “–” o to change the stitch width or needle drop position, depending on the selected stitch pattern. Refer to pages 24, 27 and 33. Stitch length adjusting key Press “+” or “–” !0 to change the stitch length of the selected pattern.

  • Page 13: Presser Foot Lifter

    Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.7 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 14: 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 15 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 16: 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 the arrow q. View from the rear To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you.

  • Page 17: 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. A loose needle or a loose screw may cause machine malfunction or needle to break.

  • Page 18: 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 19: Bobbin Winding

    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 Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside.
  • Page 20 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 your fingertip so it does not...

  • Page 21: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button q to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. q Needle up/down button CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before threading the machine. z Turn the power switch off. Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread guide.

  • Page 22: Needle Threader

    Needle Threader CAUTION: Turn off the power switch when using the needle threader. z Lower the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button q to raise the needle to its highest position. Turn the power switch off. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go.

  • Page 23: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Drawing up the Bobbin Thread z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. x Turn the power switch on. Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. q Needle up/down button c Pull both threads 4˝...

  • Page 24: Basic Sewing Straight Stitch Sewing

    BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch Sewing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 00 or 03 w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A NOTE: When sewing with the satin stitch foot F or buttonhole foot R, pull the thread to the left to hold the thread. Starting to sew Raise presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate.

  • 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 millimeters. 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 00 to 04, 95, 96 and 97. Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to move the needle to the left. Press the “+”...

  • Page 27: Lock-A-Matic Stitch

    Lock-a-matic Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 01 w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 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 28: Stretch Stitch

    Stretch Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 05 or 06 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A This stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.

  • Page 29: Zigzag Stitch

    Zigzag Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07 or 08 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 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.

  • Page 30: Overcasting With Zigzag Stitch

    Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Overedge foot C Place the fabric edge next to the guide on the foot and sew while guiding the fabric along the guide. q Guide CAUTION: When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the...

  • Page 31: Knit Stitch

    Knit Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 11 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the stitches.

  • Page 32: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes The following 12 types of buttonholes are available. q Square buttonhole This buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 w Round-end buttonhole This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics, especially for blouses and children’s clothes.

  • Page 33: Square Buttonhole

    Square Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 20 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R 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.
  • Page 34 v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go. y Buttonhole lever NOTE: The reference lines on the buttonhole foot can be used as a positioning guide. Make sure there is no gap between the slider and stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of position or there will be a sewing gap.
  • Page 35 n 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. m Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the bartack to prevent accidentally cutting the stitches. Cut the opening with the seam ripper.
  • Page 36 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 37: Round-End And Fine Fabric Buttonhole

    Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 21 and 22 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Sewing procedure is the same as square buttonhole. The buttonhole width can be varied from 2.5 to 5.5. The stitch density can be varied from 0.2 to 0.8.

  • Page 38: Corded Buttonhole

    Corded Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 20 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 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.

  • Page 39: Welted Buttonhole

    Welted Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 31 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R 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.
  • Page 40 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 41: Darning Stitch

    Darning Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 32 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Starting to sew z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the z x c v button holder q all the way out. Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of foot.

  • Page 42: Tacking

    Tacking q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 33 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 43: Eyelet

    Eyelet q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 34 w Thread tension dial: 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 44: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper Sewing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 00 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Zipper foot E Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot holder.
  • Page 45 Start sewing z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place. Set the stitch length and thread tension back to the original setting.
  • Page 46 v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side facing up. Attach the Zigzag foot A. Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 3.5 (default value) and the thread tension dial to 1. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.

  • Page 47: Blind Hemming

    Blind Hemming q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 13 or 14 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 (for stitch pattern 13) 3 to 6 (for stitch pattern 14) e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to form a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance.

  • Page 48: Button Sewing

    Button Sewing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07 w Thread tension dial: 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 place.

  • Page 49: Decorative Stitching Patchwork

    DECORATIVE STITCHING Patchwork q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 95 and 67 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: 1/4˝ seam foot O Satin stitch foot F • Patchwork piecing z Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Select stitch pattern 95 in MODE 1.

  • Page 50: Applique

    Applique q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 35 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Presser foot pressure dial: 1 to 3 * The stitch patterns 36-45 can also be used. Place an applique on the fabric and baste or pin it in place. Lower the needle at the outer edge of the applique.

  • Page 51: Fringing

    Fringing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 35 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 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.

  • Page 52: Cross Stitch

    Cross Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 77 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * The stitch patterns 78-88 in mode 1 can also be used. You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns, in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand.

  • Page 53: Scallop Stitch

    Scallop Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 46 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A * The stitch patterns 66 in mode 1 and 34 in mode 2 can also be used. Sew the stitches approximately 1 cm (3/8˝) inside the fabric edge.

  • Page 54: Stippling Stitch

    Stippling Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 04 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * The stitch patterns 02, 03 and 05 in mode 2 can also be used. A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy method to quilt small areas.

  • Page 55: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 53 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * Stitch patterns 45 to 98 in mode 2 can also be used. For the best sewing results, carefully align and guide the fabric when you sew with decorative stitches.

  • Page 56: Programming Patterns And Letters

    PROGRAMMING PATTERNS AND LETTERS NOTE: • Patterns in the different mode, letters and numbers can also be programmed. • Stitch length and width cannot be adjusted when programming a pattern combination. • Up to 50 stitch patterns combination can be memorized.

  • Page 57: Programming The Pattern Combination

    Programming the Pattern Combination Example: Pattern #33, 37 and 34 (mode 2) z Select pattern 33 (mode 2). x Press memory key, and the stitch pattern 33 is memorized. c Select pattern 37 (mode 2). Press the memory key. v Select pattern 34 (mode 2). Press the memory key. b Start sewing.

  • Page 58: Deleting Or Inserting A Pattern (Letter)

    Deleting or Inserting a Pattern (letter) Example: To delete the pattern “ ” from the pattern combination “ ” and insert the pattern “ ”. z Refer to procedure z to v on page 55, “Programming the Pattern Combination” to enter the stitch patterns 33, 37 and 34 in mode 2.

  • Page 59: Inserting Space Between Patterns

    Inserting Space between Patterns Example: Patterns #34 in mode 2 and #99 in mode A. z Select pattern 34 in mode 2. x Press the memory key. c Select pattern 99 in mode A. v Press the memory key. b Start sewing. A 5 mm space will be inserted between the patterns.

  • Page 60: Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns

    Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns The sewing results of stretch stitch patterns may vary depending on sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, fabric type, number of layers etc. If stretch stitch patterns are deformed, correct them by turning the feed balancing dial with the screwdriver. If the pattern is compressed, turn the dial in the direction of “+”.

  • Page 61: Care Of Your Machine Cleaning The Hook Race And Feed Dog

    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 62: Problems And Warning Signals

    Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the LCD display 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. Contact the service center 2.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 19 breaks 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. Page 12-13 3. The needle is bent or blunt. Page 15 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 15 5.

  • Page 64: Stitch Chart

    Stitch Chart MODE 1 MODE 2...
  • Page 65 Stitch Chart MODE A MODE Á...
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