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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION BOOK...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents SECTION 1. ESSENTIAL PARTS SECTION 5. DECORATIVE STITCHES Names of Parts ............ 2 Smocking ............29 Setting the Spool Pin ........... 2 Pin Tucking ............30 Standard Accessories ......... 3 Shell Tuck ............30 Extension Table ........... 3 Patchwork ............31 Free-arm Sewing .......... -
Page 4: Section 1. Essential Parts Names Of Parts
SECTION 1. ESSENTIAL PARTS Names of Parts Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin winder spindle Spool pin Bobbin winder thread guide Thread guide Thread take-up lever Face cover Thread cutter Needle threader Needle plate Extension table (Accessory storage) Hook cover plate Hook cover plate release button Thread tension dial Reverse stitch lever Stitch width dial... -
Page 5: Standard Accessories
Standard Accessories Zipper foot E Blind hem foot G Sliding buttonhole foot Needle set Bobbin x 3 Screwdriver Seam ripper (buttonhole opener) Spool holder (small) Spool holder (large) Spool pin Instruction book Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be easily removed for free arm sewing. -
Page 6: Section 2. Getting Ready To Sew Connecting The Power Supply
SECTION 2. GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply z Turn the power switch off. x Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. c Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. v Turn the power switch on. q Power switch w Machine plug e Machine socket... -
Page 7: Controlling The Sewing Speed
Controlling the Sewing Speed Foot control Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control. The harder you depress the foot control, the faster the machine runs. Reverse Stitch Lever Push the reverse stitch lever down to sew in reverse. The machine will sew in reverse while the lever is pushed. -
Page 8: Presser Foot Lifter
Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise it about 1/4˝ (0.6 cm) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to help you place heavy fabric under the foot. -
Page 9: Changing Needles
Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel and lower the presser foot. Turn off the power switch. z Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. -
Page 10: Fabric And Needle Chart
Fabric and Needle Chart • For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90. • A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred. • Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread. -
Page 11: Winding The Bobbin
Winding the Bobbin Setting the spool Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as illustrated. A: Press the large spool holder firmly against the spool of thread. q Large spool holder B: For a small spool, use the small spool holder. - Page 12 Winding the bobbin z Hold the thread with both hands and guide the thread from back to front under the thread guide. q Thread guide Guide the thread into the bobbin winder thread guide as illustrated. w Bobbin winder thread guide x Pass the thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside.
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Page 13: Inserting The Bobbin
Inserting the Bobbin z Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off as illustrated. q Thread x Guide the thread into the front notch on the front side of the bobbin holder. Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. -
Page 14: Threading The Machine
Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. z Draw the thread from the spool and pass it under the thread guide. q Thread guide x Draw the thread down along the right channel and pull it up around the bottom of the thread guide plate. -
Page 15: Needle Threader
Needle Threader z Raise the needle to its highest position. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go. q Threader knob x Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the illustration, then insert hook into the needle eye. -
Page 16: Selecting The Stitch Pattern
Selecting the Stitch Pattern Raise the needle to its highest position. Pattern selector dial Turn the pattern selector dial to set the symbol of the desired stitch pattern at the setting mark. q Pattern selector dial w Setting mark CAUTION: Do not turn the pattern selector dial while the needle is in the fabric, otherwise the needle may bend or break. -
Page 17: Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance If the stretch stitch patterns are uneven when you sew on a particular fabric, correct them by turning the stitch length dial. If the patterns are drawn out, correct them by setting the dial to the “–” side. If the patterns are compressed, correct them by setting the dial to the “+”... -
Page 18: Balancing Needle Thread Tension
Balancing Needle Thread Tension The thread tension should be adjusted depending on the sewing materials, layers of fabric and sewing method. To adjust the thread tension, turn the tension dial. q Tension dial Balanced tension: The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated. -
Page 19: Section 3. Basic Sewing Straight Stitch
SECTION 3. BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch Machine setting q Stitch selector: A or B w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 2 – 6 r Stitch length: 1.5 – 4 t Stitch width: 0 or 5 NOTE: Set the stitch width dial at “0” when the straight stitch (pattern B) is selected. -
Page 20: Using The Seam Guide Lines
Using the Seam Guide Lines The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover help you to measure seam allowance. Numbers 10 15 30 40 3/8 1/2 5/8 1 1 1/2 Distance (cm) 1 1.5 3 — — — — —... -
Page 21: Section 4. Utility Stitches Basic Zigzag
SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHES Basic Zigzag Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 2 – 5 r Stitch length: 0.5 – 4 t Stitch width: 1 – 5 Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting, sewing on buttons etc. -
Page 22: Knit Stitch
Knit Stitch Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 3 – 7 r Stitch length: S.S. t Stitch width: This knit stitch is ideal for sewing swimwear and stretch velour because it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. -
Page 23: Straight Stretch Stitch
Straight Stretch Stitch Machine setting q Stitch selector: A or B w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 3 – 7 r Stitch length: S.S. t Stitch width: 0 or 5 NOTE: Set the stitch width dial at “0” when the straight stretch stitch (pattern B) is selected. -
Page 24: Button Sewing
Button Sewing Machine setting q Stitch selector: Ïðèøèâàíèå ïóãîâèö w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 3 – 7 Óñòàíîâêà ìàøèíû r Stitch length: t Stitch width: Adjust as necessary 1 Âûáîð ñòðî÷êè: Ñ 2 Äëèíà ñòåæêà: ëþáàÿ y Feed dog: Lowered 3 Íàòÿæåíèå... -
Page 25: 4-Step Buttonhole
4-Step Buttonhole Machine setting q Stitch selector: Sliding buttonhole w Presser foot: 1 – 5 e Thread tension: r Stitch length: 0.5 − 1 3 – 5 t Stitch width: z Set the pattern selector dial at “ ”. Carefully mark buttonhole length on fabric. Place the fabric under the foot with the buttonhole marking running toward you. -
Page 26: Corded Buttonhole
Corded Buttonhole Machine setting q Stitch selector: Sliding buttonhole w Presser foot: 1 – 5 e Thread tension: r Stitch length: 0.5 − 1 3 – 5 t Stitch width: z With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the foot. Bring the ends toward you under the foot, clearing the front end. -
Page 27: Zipper Application
Zipper Application Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Zipper foot E e Thread tension: 3 – 6 r Stitch length: 1.5 – 4 t Stitch width: Attaching the zipper foot A: To sew the left side of the zipper, attach zipper foot with the right side pin. - Page 28 To sew z Attach zipper foot with the right side pin. Fold back the upper layer seam allowance. Fold back the lower layer seam allowance to leave a 1/8˝ (0.4 cm) margin of fabric. q Lower layer w End of the opening e Zipper teeth r 1/8˝...
- Page 29 b Raise and release the foot, and re-attach it with the left side pin. Starting just below zipper bottom stop, sew across fabric to about 3/8˝ (1 cm) distance from the basting line. Turn fabric 90 degrees and sew a seam the entire length of the zipper tape.
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Page 30: Blind Stitch Hemming
Blind Stitch Hemming Machine setting q Stitch selector: E or H w Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G e Thread tension: 2 – 4 r Stitch length: 2 – 3 t Stitch width: z On heavy weight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge should be overcast first. -
Page 31: Section 5. Decorative Stitches Smocking
SECTION 5. DECORATIVE STITCHES Smocking Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 1 – 4 r Stitch length: S.S. t Stitch width: z Choose a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham or challis. Cut the fabric three times wider than the project width. -
Page 32: Pin Tucking
Pin Tucking Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G e Thread tension: 2 – 6 r Stitch length: 1.5 – 4 t Stitch width: Fold a fabric wrong side together and Lower the needle into the fabric 0.1 – 0.2 cm inside the folded edge. -
Page 33: Patchwork
Patchwork Machine setting q Stitch selector: w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 1 – 4 r Stitch length: 1 – 3 t Stitch width: Place two layers of the fabric with the right side together. Seam along the edges with the straight stitch. -
Page 34: Decorative Stretch Stitches
Decorative Stretch Stitches Machine setting q Stitch selector: A – J w Presser foot: Zigzag foot A e Thread tension: 2 – 4 r Stitch length: S.S. t Stitch width: 3 − 5 Decorative stretch patterns are used for adding a creative and personalized touch to items. -
Page 35: Section 6. Care And Maintenance
SECTION 6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. NOTE: • Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained in this section. • Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight. -
Page 36: Replacing The Bobbin Holder
Replacing the Bobbin Holder z Insert the bobbin holder into the hook race. x Make sure the knob of the bobbin holder fits next to the stopper on the race. q Knob w Stopper c Replace the bobbin. Attach the needle plate. Tighten the screw firmly with the screwdriver. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 12 breaks 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. Page 16 3. The needle is bent or blunt. Page 7 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 7 5. - Page 40 Printed in Thailand 508-800-775 (ENG)
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