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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following: DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: The appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
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N ever place anything on the pedal przed gromadzeniem się kurzu, kawałków nitek i materiału. Never use the machine if the air vents are blocked, keep the air vents of the machine and the foot pedal free from dust, fusel and leftovers. The machine must only be used with designated foot controller, in order to avoid a hazard. If the foot controller is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person.
Contents Principal parts of the machine 9-10 MACHINE INTRODUCTION Accessories Standard Optional Connecting machine to power source Foot control MACHINE SETTINGS Sewing table Free arm Two-step presser foot lifter Winding the bobbin 15-16 Inserting the bobbin Threading the upper thread Bringing up the bobbing thread Replacing the needle Matching needle/fabric/thread...
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Zipper insertion 55- 57 Inserting a centered zipper 55-56 Inserting a side zipper 56-57 Satin stitch sewing Gathering Smocking Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming 61- 62 Preparation for embroidering and monogramming Darning Embroidery Monogramming Quilting 63- 64 Using the edge/quilting guide Joining the pieces of the fabric Patchwork stitching Applique...
Principal parts of the machine: Stitch pattern plate Tension dial Take-up lever Mode selection/sound button Auto-lock button Needle up/down position button Reverse button START/STOP button Thread cutter Needle plate Sewing table and accessory box Number display Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper Stitch length adjustment button Stitch width adjustment button Speed adjustment slider...
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Principal parts of the machine: Horizontal spool pin Second spool pin hole Handwheel Main power switch Power cord Foot controller connector Bobbin thread guide Upper thread guide Handle Presser foot lifter Drop feed lever...
MACHINE INTRODUCTION Connecting machine to power source Attention: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is off (“O”), when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts. Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage shown on the rating plate is conforming with your main power.
MACHINE SETTINGS Sewing table Hold the sewing table horizontally, then pull toward the left to remove it from the machine. Attach the sewing table, and then push it to the right. The inside space of the sewing table is used as an accessory box. Free arm Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs.
MACHINE SETTINGS Two-step presser foot lifter The presser foot lifter is to raise or lower your presser foot. When sewing multi-layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be further raised up manually to allow enough space for your sewing work.
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MACHINE SETTINGS Winding the bobbin Please following the number order and see the corresponding illustrations below. 1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin. For better sewing quality, choose a proper size of the spool holder for the thread and attach it next to the spool.
MACHINE SETTINGS Winding the bobbin 6. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand. 7. Step on the foot control or press the START/STOP button to start winding the bobbin 8. After the bobbin has wound a few rounds, stop the machine and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin. Continue filling the bobbin until it is full.
MACHINE SETTINGS Inserting the bobbin Attention: Turn the power switch to off (“O”). When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle and the presser foot must be fully raised. Open the bobbin cover by pushing the release button to the right. - Release button (1) Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running in a counter-clockwise direction (arrow).
MACHINE SETTINGS Threading the upper thread Please following the number order and see the corresponding illustrations below. It is important to carry out the threading correctly to get a quality sewing. Otherwise several problems will occur. 1. Turn the power switch to on (“I”). Raise the presser foot lifter. 11-14 2.
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MACHINE SETTINGS Threading the upper thread 4. Draw the thread from the spool and place the thread in between the upper thread guide. 5. Guide the thread ahead and pull the thread through the pre-tension spring as illustrated. 6. Continue to guide the thread into the silver discs to keep the thread in proper tension.
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MACHINE SETTINGS Threading the upper thread 11. Press down the needle threader for a certain distance and cross the thread over the thread guide. - Thread guide (1) 12. Press down the needle threader as far as it goes. The needle threader turns automatically to the threading position and the hook pin passes through the needle eye - Hook pin (1) - Needle (2)
MACHINE SETTINGS Bringing up the bobbin thread When sewing gathering or smocking stitch, bring up the bobbin thread first as below instruction. Hold the upper thread with your left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you (counter- clockwise) to lower the needle down below the needle plate then raise it to bring the bobbin thread up.
MACHINE SETTINGS Replacing the needle Change the needle regularly, especially when it shows signs of wear or if it causes problems. Attention: Turn the power switch to off (“O”) when carrying out below operations! Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle then loosen the needle clamp screw to remove the needle.
MACHINE SETTINGS Changing the presser foot Attention: Turn the power switch to off (“O”) when carrying out and of the operations below! 1. Remove the presser foot Raise the presser foot lifter. Press the back lever to release the presser foot. - Lever (1) 2.
MACHINE SETTINGS To raise or drop the feed dogs The drop feed lever can be seen on the base at the rear side of the sewing machine. Sliding the drop feed lever to lower or raise the feed dogs. When lever is in raised position, the feed dog will arise automatically when you are sewing.
MACHINE SETTINGS Thread tension Proper tension setting is important for sewing. There is no single tension setting appropriate for all the stitch functions and fabrics. Basic thread tension setting: “4”. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. - Upper thread (1) - Bobbin thread (2) - Surface (3) - Wrong side (4)
INSTRUCTION Operation buttons 1. START/STOP button Press the start/stop button to start machine running. Press the start/stop button again to stop machine. The machine rotates slowly at the beginning of the sewing. The sewing speed can be controlled by the speed adjustment slider.
INSTRUCTION Operation buttons When machine is not sewing: Press the auto lock button, machine will sew 3 stitches in the same position then stop. During machine is sewing: When patterns 01-05 are selected and the auto-lock button is pressed, the machine will sew 3 locking stitches.
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INSTRUCTION Operation buttons Buzzer turn off Press the sound button for 2 seconds and when you hear the machine delivering a short beep, the sound will be turned off. Buzzer turn on When machine is in silent mode, press the button for 2 seconds and it will deliver two short beeps to remind you that the sound is turned on now.
INSTRUCTION Selecting stitch 1. Insert the stitch pattern plate to the handle. - Handle (1) - Stitch pattern plate (2) 2. Select the desired stitch from those shown on the stitch pattern plate. 3. Press the mode selection button to change to the utility and decorative stitch mode .
INSTRUCTION Altering the stitch length & width Stitch length adjustment button When you select a stitch, the machine will automatically set the recommended stitch length values which will be shown on the LED screen: 1. Press the mode selection button to change to the stitch length mode.
SEWING BASICS Straight stitch 02 03 While sewing straight stitches, please use straight needle plate for better stitch performance. Using the all purpose foot. Set the pattern as shown in figure 1. Press the mode selection button to change to the stitch length mode. 2. For a shorter stitch length, press the „–” stitch length adjustment button.
SEWING BASICS Zigzag stitch 05 06 07 Using the all purpose foot or satin stitch foot. Set the pattern as shown in figure 1. Press the mode selection button to change to the stitch width mode. 2. The width can be adjusted between “0.0-7.0” as you press the stitch width adjustment button “+”...
SEWING BASICS Starting to sew Make sure you follow the needle/fabric/thread combinations and use the suggested presser foot before sewing. 1. Turn the power switch to on (“I”). 2. Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle to highest position.
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SEWING BASICS Starting to sew 7. Slowly press down the foot control or press the start/stop button to start sewing. Release the foot control or press the start/stop button again to stop the machine. Note: You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing by pressing the reverse button.
SEWING BASICS Useful skills Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. The results depend on types of fabrics and stitches. Please use the same fabric of the project and do a sewing test in advance. For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and thread that are same as those used for your project and check the thread tension and stitch length and width.
SEWING BASICS Useful skills Sewing corners Stop the sewing machine when you reach a corner. Lower the needle into the fabric. Raise the presser foot. Use the needle as a pivot and turn the fabric 90°. Lower the presser foot and resume sewing. Sewing stretch fabrics Baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric.
SEWING BASICS Useful skills Sewing heavy fabric The black button on the right side of the presser foot will lock the presser foot in a horizontal position if you push it in before lowering the presser foot. This ensures even feeding at the beginning of a seam and helps when sewing multiple layers of fabrics such as sewing over seams when hemming jeans.
UTILITY STITCHES Stretch stitch Use this stitch with knitted tricot or other stretchy fabrics. The stitch enables your seam to stretch without breaking the thread. Good for easy to ravel and knit fabrics. It’s good for joining durable fabric such as denims. These stitches can also be used as a decorative top stitches.
UTILITY STITCHES Sewing stretch fabrics and elastic tape When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched 2.0~3.0 2.5~5.0 elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used.
UTILITY STITCHES Overcasting stitch Sewing overcasting stitches along the edge of fabric to prevent it from fraying. 06 10 Using the all purpose foot. 2.0~3.0 2.5~5.0 Sewing the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge of the fabric on the right side. - Needle drop point (1)
UTILITY STITCHES Blind Hem Secure the bottom of skirts and pants with a blind hem, this stitch will sew with invisible stitch on the right side of the fabric. Using the all purpose foot. 12 14 12: Blind hem/lingerie for firm fabrics. 14: Blind hem for stretch fabrics. 1.0~2.0 2.5~4.0 Note:...
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UTILITY STITCHES Blind Hem Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the handwheel forwards until the needle swings fully to the left. It should just pierce the fold of the fabric. If it does not, adjust the stitch width accordingly. - Needle drop point (1) Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully Turn over the fabric.
UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole stitch Buttonholes can be adapted to the size of the button. 22 23 For stretch fabric or thin fabric, it is recommended to use a stabilizer for a better buttonhole sewing. Slightly reduce upper thread tension to produce better results 24 25 26 Using the buttonhole foot 20/21/22 –...
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UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole stitch Position the fabric under the presser foot so that the centerline’s mark is aligning with the center of the buttonhole foot. - Starting point (1) Select the buttonhole stitch. Adjust the stitch width and the stitch length to the desired width and density.
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UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole stitch Raise the presser foot and cut the thread. To sew over the same buttonhole, raise the presser foot (it will return to its original position). After sewing the buttonhole stitch, raise the buttonhole lever as far as it will go.
UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole stitch Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, hook heavy thread or cord under the buttonhole foot.. Attach the buttonhole foot. Bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot and insert them into the grooves, then tie them there temporarily.
UTILITY STITCHES Bar tack stitch Bar tack stitch is used to reinforce points subject to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. Using the all purpose foot. Extend the button holder plate and set to the desire bar tack length. Adjust the stitch width and the stitch length to the desired width and density.
UTILITY STITCHES Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached. Using the button sewing foot. Move the drop feed lever to lower the feed dogs. - Lowered position (1) Put the work under the foot and place the button in desired position, then lower the foot.
UTILITY STITCHES Zipper insertion This foot can be set to sew on each side of the zipper, the edge of the foot guides the zipper to ensure straight placement. 1.5~3.0 Using the zipper foot. Attention: Zipper foot should be used for sewing straight stitches only. It is possible that the needle could hit the presser foot and break when sewing other patterns.
UTILITY STITCHES Zipper insertion Stitching around the zipper. Remove the basting and press Inserting a side zipper Place the right sides of the fabric together. Sew a bottom seam 2cm from the right edge of the zipper bottom stop position. Sew few reverse stitches for fixed. Increase the stitch length to maximum, set the tension below 2 and baste the remaining length of the fabric.
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UTILITY STITCHES Zipper insertion Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper. Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the extra 3mm, starting from the end of the zipper. Stop the machine about 5cm from the top of the zipper. Lowered the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot lever, and then open the zipper and continue sewing.
UTILITY STITCHES Satin stitch sewing Use the satin stitch foot for satin stitching and sewing decorative stitches. 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Using the satin stitch foot. 41 42 43 44 Note: When sewing very lightweigh fabrics, it is recommended that you use interfacing or stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric.
UTILITY STITCHES Gathering Ideal for clothing as well as home decor. It works best on thin to medium weight fabrics. Using the all purpose foot.. Before sewing, please check the upper and bobbin threads are already pulled out about 5cm to leave enough room for sewing. Please refer to “Bringing up the bobbin thread “...
UTILITY STITCHES 17 18 Smocking The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to the fabric. Using the satin stitch foot. Increase the stitch length to maximum, set the tension below 2 and basting lines 1cm across the area to be smocked.
UTILITY STITCHES Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming Preparation for embroidering and monogramming * Embroidery hoop is not included with the machine Move the drop feed lever to lower the feed dogs - Lowered position (1) Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder. Draw the desired lettering or design on the surface of the fabric.
UTILITY STITCHES Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming 1. Darning First sew around the edges of the hole to secure the threads. Working from left to right, sew over the hole in a constant and continuous movement. Turn the work by 1/4 and sew over the first stitching moving the work slower over the hole to separate the threads and not form big gaps between the threads.
UTILITY STITCHES Quilting Sandwich batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric is call “Quilting”. The top layer is usually formed by multiple geometrically shaped pieces of materials joined together. Using the all purpose foot with edge/quilting guide. 3.0~4.0 1.
UTILITY STITCHES Quilting 1.0~3.0 Using the all purpose foot 2. Joining the pieces of the fabric Place the two pieces of fabric with the right side together and sew with the straight stitch. Join the pieces of fabric with a seam allowance of 5mm. Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned with the edge of the fabric.
UTILITY STITCHES Applique 1.0~3.0 3.5~5.0 You can create and applique by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration. Using the all purpose foot. Cut out the applique design and baste it on the fabric. Sew slowly around the edge of the design.
UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitch The wave-shaped repeating pattern, that looks like shells, is called “scalloping”. It is used to decorate the collar of blouses and the edges of knitting projects. Using the satin stitch foot or all purpose foot. Scallop edging Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Attention: Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before carrying out any maintenance, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result. Clean the machine surface If the surface of the sewing machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in mild detergent, squeeze it out firmly and then wipe the surface. After cleaning it once in this way, wipe the surface again with a dry cloth.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Warning Function Warning beeping sound - Operate correctly: 1 beep. - Operate incorrectly: 3-short beeps. - When the sewing machine is in trouble and can’t sew: 3-short beeps It means that the thread may be twisted or jammed and the hand wheel axle can’t move.
Troubleshooting guide Problem Cause Correction Reference 1. The machine is not threaded correctly. 1. Rethread the upper thread. 2. The thread tension is too tight. 2. Reduce the thread tension (to lower number). 3. The thread is too thick for the needle. 3.
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Troubleshooting guide Problem Cause Correction Reference 3. Needle/fabric/thread combination is wrong. 3. The needle size must suit the fabric and thread. Loose stitches 4. The thread tension is wrong. 4. Correct the thread tension. 1. The needle is too thick for the fabric. 1.
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