_______________________ You are now the owner of a new zig zag sewing machine , the most versatile type of its kind you can possess, Buttonh oles, monogra mming, overcast ing and creative embroid ery are done with ease and speed. To aid you in obtainin g the greatest performa nce from your new sewing machine , this book on its care and use has been written for you.
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CONTR OLS TOP TENSION CONTROL Probably the most important control on your machine is this one that It consists of discs between which regulates your top thread tension. the thread passes. The pressure on these discs is regulated by turning control.
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Starting to Sew Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sitdown to sew: 1.
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is a /‘VV/ Pattern: Lenght: 0 Width: Utility stitch upward Special stitch Pressure : Normal Foot: Button Foot...
SATIN STITCH ING This is useful for decorati on such as tapering , manual designe d embroid ei y, monogr amming , and appliqu e. The satin stitch, which is a very close zigzag stitch, is obtained by setting the stitch length as near toO” as possible without stopping the feeding action setting will vary for differen t fabrics.
STRETCH BUTTONHOLES Step 1 This buttonhole is used on knit fabrics when it Step 2 is desirable to omit interfacing or cording. — — This buttonhole will stretch and return to shape unlike an ordinary zigzag buttonhole. pattern of the stitch makes the buttonholes nearly invisible when using mat It is excellent to use on jerseys, ching thread.
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APPLICATIONS DOUBLE OVERLOCK STITCH SEAMING DOUBLE OVERLOCK STITCH This stitch gives a finished 1/4 inch seam in one step. knits, gives strength and elasticity curling seams prevents of the fabric that occurs with inch opened often seams. It is most applicable to soft, thin knits such as nylon or acetate knits, but may be used fabrics well.
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TOPSTI TCHING DOUBLE OVERL OCK — The double overlock stitch can be used to topstitch — — — — nonravel ing fabrics such as felt or leather into place for applique s or pockets. Stitch so that the straight part of the stitch is formed over the edge of the leather, and only the zigzag part holds it in place.
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Use cloth guide when sewing a long seam of regular Cloth guide distance from edge of material . — Set guide in hole on arm, at right of needle plate, and adjust distance . Run machine with edge of fabric touching guide. cloth guide at an angle to sew a curved seam.
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Zipper Sewing Foot Zipper Foot Set machine as shown. By using special zipper foot with sliding adjuster, zipper sewing can be easily done without turning fabric. and set (oot so that needle comes Loosen screw Tighten screw. into position Sew right side of zipper guiding fabric carefully so that right side teeth of zipper are parallel with left edge of foot.
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MAt NTENANCE Your new macnine requires regular cleaning and oiling for satisfactory performance. A machine which is used for a few hours a day needs to be cleaned and oiled once a month. Unplug machine before cleaning or oiling. A. Disassemb’ing Shuttle (for cleaning) Turn hand wheel toward you to raise needle to highest position.
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C. Oiling Apply a few drops of oil around face of hook and to center hole after oiling, wipe with a piece of cloth. D. Assembling Shuttle Reverse procedure used for disassembling shuttle. E. Changing Light Bulb Unplug machine. Open face cover bulb counterclock plate.
TROUBLE CHART Trouble Probable Cause Correct Operation See Page 7-9-12-59 Not plugged in properly. Machine does Power supply switch is not on. not sew Thread is stuck in the hook groove. Spindle is pushed to the right. Bobbin winder Making noise Lack of oil.
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See Page 9-10-15 Improper upper threading. Not using a ball point needle for elastic and thin fabric. Improper tension. Sewing foot not suitable for the work. See Page 10 Stitches not Upper thread tension too loose. locked Improper tension of lower thread. Improper needle for thread.