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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 Important safety instructions When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. DANGER -To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. 2.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Principal parts of the machine ........................1 Accessories ..............................2 Connecting the machine to the power source.....................3 Starting sewing...............................4 Start/stop button ............................4 Foot control ..............................4 Changing the presser foot ..........................5 Type of presser foot chart ..........................6 Replacing the needle............................7 Matching needle/ fabric/ thread........................7 Winding the bobbin............................8-9 Inserting the bobbin ............................10 Threading the upper thread ........................11-12...
  • Page 4 Contents Overcasting stitches .............................25 Using the overcasting foot ........................25 Using the all purpose foot ........................25 Blind hem/ Lingerie stitch ..........................26 Button sewing ...............................27 Buttonhole stitching ..........................28-30 Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics ....................30 Darning stitch ............................31-32 Zipper insertion ............................33-34 Inserting a centered zipper........................33 Inserting a side zipper..........................34 Narrow hemming ............................35 Cording .................................36...

  • Page 5: Principal Parts Of The Machine

    Principal parts of the machine Needle up/down Tension dial Bobbin winder spindle position button Speed limiting adjustment lever Auto-lock button Stitch width adjustment lever Reverse button Stitch length adjustment lever Start/stop button Pattern Selection Thread cutter buttons Auto needle threader Buttonhole lever Bobbin cover plate Sewing table and...

  • Page 6: Accessories

    Accessories Standard 1. All purpose foot (T) 2. Zipper foot (I) 3. Buttonhole foot (D) 4. Overcasting foot (E) 006186008 006905008 006H1A0004 006907008 5. Blind hem foot (F) 6. Satin stitch foot (A) 7. Button sewing foot 8. Bobbin (3x) 006904008 006172008 006914008...

  • Page 7: Connecting The Machine To The Power Source

    Connecting the machine to the power source Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is on ("O"). when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts. Connecting the machine Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on the machine is conforming with your electrical power.

  • Page 8: Starting Sewing

    Starting sewing Start/stop button The machine will start running when Start/stop button is pressed and will stop when pressed the second time. The machine will rotate slowly at the beginning of the sewing. The speed limiting adjustment lever can control the sewing speed.

  • Page 9: Changing The Presser Foot

    Changing the presser foot Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the below operations! Attaching the presser foot holder Raise the presser foot bar (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated. Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d).

  • Page 10: Type Of Presser Foot Chart

    Type of presser foot chart PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION NEEDLE PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION NEEDLE General sewing, Cording Patchwork stitches, Decorative stitching, Smocking, All purpose foot (T) Cording foot (M) Fagoting, etc. (Optional) Inserting zippers Narrow hemming Zipper foot (I) Hemmer foot (K) (Optional) Buttonhole sewing Darning...

  • Page 11: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the needle Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the above operations! Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions. A.

  • Page 12: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the bobbin 1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin. For smaller spools of thread, place spool holder with the small side next to the spool or use the small spool holder. 2. Snap the thread into the thread guide . 3.

  • Page 13: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the bobbin 6. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand. 7. Press on the foot control or the Start/Stop button to start winding the bobbin. 8. After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin.

  • Page 14: Inserting The Bobbin

    Inserting the bobbin Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running in a counterclockwise direction (arrow).

  • Page 15: Threading The Upper Thread

    Threading the upper thread Please Note: It is important to carry out the threading correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result. Start by raising the needle to its highest point, and also raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. 1.
  • Page 16 4. Thread the tension module by passing the thread between the silver discs. 5. Then, down and around the check spring holder. 6. At the top of this movement, pass the thread from right to the left through the slotted eye of the take-up lever and then downwards again.

  • Page 17: Using The Needle Threader

    Using the needle threader Attention: Turn power switch to the off position ("O"). Raise the needle to its highest position and lower the presser foot. Lower the needle threader lever slowly and draw the thread through the thread guide as illustrated and then to the right.

  • Page 18: Thread Tension

    Thread tension - Basic thread tension setting: "4" - To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. - Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing. - For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your fabric.

  • Page 19: Raising Up The Lower Thread

    Raising up the lower thread 1. Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising the needle. 2. Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. The bobbin thread will come up in a loop.

  • Page 20: Two-Step Presser Foot Lifter

    Two-step presser foot lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers your presser foot. When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy positioning of the work. To raise or drop the feed dogs With the sewing table off the machine, the feed dog adjustment lever can be seen on the base in back of the sewing machine.

  • Page 21: Function Of Machine

    Function of machine Start/stop button (1) The machine will start running when start/stop button is pressed and will stop when pressed the second time. The machine will rotate slowly at the beginning of the sewing. The sewing speed can be controlled by the speed limiting adjustment lever.

  • Page 22: Needle Up/ Down Position Button (4)

    Function of machine Needle up/ down position button (4) With the Needle up/ down position button, you decide whether the needle shall stop in the up position or in the material when you stop sewing. Please Note: During sewing, press the button will be no function. Needle up/ down position button setting will only machine stop.

  • Page 23: Stitch Length Adjustment Lever (7)

    Function of machine Stitch length adjustment lever (7) When you select a stitch, the machine will automatically set the recommended stitch length. The stitch length can be regulated by sliding the stitch length adjustment lever. Auto settings are easily determined by sliding the lever. The LED indicator next to the lever will blink and beep 1 time to indicate the setting is at the auto position.

  • Page 24: Pattern Chart

    Pattern chart Width (mm) Length (mm) Functions Stitch Pattern Presser Foot Auto Manual Auto Manual Reverse Auto-lock 0.0~7.0 0.0~4.5 0.0~7.0 0.0~4.5 0.0~7.0 1.0~3.0 1.0~6.0 1.0~3.0 0.0~7.0 1.5~3.0 0.0~7.0 0.3~4.5 2.0~7.0 0.3~4.5 2.5~7.0 1.0~3.0 Utility stitches 3.5~7.0 1.0~3.0 2.5~7.0 1.0~3.0 2.5~7.0 0.5~4.5 2.5~7.0 0.5~4.5...

  • Page 25: Useful Skills

    Useful skills Sewing corners 1. Stop the sewing machine when you reach a corner. 2. Lower the needle into the fabric manually or by pressing the needle up/ down button once. 3. Raise the presser foot. 4. Use the needle as a pivot and turn the fabric. 5.

  • Page 26: Installing The Extension Table

    Useful skills Installing the extension table * The Extension table accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. Pull the sewing table and accessory box off by sliding it to the left. (1) Follow the arrow, and stretch the foot of the extension table.

  • Page 27: Straight Stitches And Needle Position

    Straight stitches and needle position Changing the needle position These setting apply only to patterns 01-05. The pre-set position is "3.5", center position. When you slide the stitch width adjustment lever to the left , the needle position will move to the left. When you slide the stitch width adjustment lever to the right , the needle...

  • Page 28: Stretch Stitch

    Stretch stitch Straight stretch stitch It assures you of a stitch that is strong and flexible and will give with the fabric without breaking. Good for easy to ravel and knit fabrics. It is good for joining durable fabric such as denims.

  • Page 29: Overcasting Stitches

    Overcasting stitches Using the overcasting foot 5.0~7.0 2.0~3.0 Change the presser foot to the overcasting foot (E). Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of the overcasting foot. Attention: The overcasting foot should be used to sew with patterns 06 and 09 only and do not set the stitch width narrower than "5.0".

  • Page 30: Blind Hem/ Lingerie Stitch

    Blind hem/ Lingerie stitch Blind hem/lingerie for firm fabrics Blind hem for stretch fabrics 2.5~4.0 1.0~2.0 Please Note: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong side uppermost.

  • Page 31: Button Sewing

    Button sewing 2.5~4.5 Change the presser foot to the button sewing foot. Move the drop feed control to " " to lower the feed dogs. Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position, lower the foot. Select zig zag pattern.

  • Page 32: Buttonhole Stitching

    Buttonhole stitching 17: For thin or medium fabric 18: For horizontal holes on blouses or shirts 2.5~7.0 0.3~1.0 made from thin or medium fabric 19: For suits or overcoats 2.5~5.5 0.3~1.0 5.5~7.0 0.3~1.0 Please Note: Before sewing a buttonhole on your project, practice on a scrap piece of the same type of fabric.
  • Page 33 Buttonhole stitching Pull the buttonhole lever all the way down and position it behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. While lightly holding the end of upper thread and start sewing. Please Note: Gently feed the fabric by hand. Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the buttonhole is sewn.

  • Page 34: Making A Buttonhole On Stretch Fabrics

    Buttonhole stitching Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown. Raise the presser foot and cut thread. To sew over same buttonhole, raise the presser foot (will return to original position). After sewing the buttonhole stitch, raise the buttonhole lever until it stops.

  • Page 35: Darning Stitch

    Darning stitch 3.5~7.0 1.0~2.0 Select pattern 20 to get the darning stitch. Chang the presser foot to the buttonhole foot. Baste the upper fabric and the under fabric together. Select the needle position. Lower the presser foot over the center of the tear. Pull the button holder to rear.

  • Page 36: Darning Stitch

    Darning stitch Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot. Pull down the buttonhole lever. The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing.

  • Page 37: Zipper Insertion

    Zipper insertion Attention: Zipper foot should be used for sewing width center needle position straight stitch only. It is possible that needle could 1.5~3.0 hit the presser foot and break when sewing other patterns. Inserting a centered zipper - Baste the zipper opening on the garment. - Press open the seam allowance.

  • Page 38: Inserting A Side Zipper

    Zipper insertion Inserting a side zipper - Baste the zipper opening on the garment. - Fold back to the left seam allowance. Turn under the right seam allowance to form 3mm (1/8 inch) fold. - Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the holder when sewing the left side of the zipper.

  • Page 39: Narrow Hemming

    Narrow hemming * The Hemmer foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. 1.5~3.0 Fold edge of fabric over about 3mm (1/8 inch), then fold it over again 3mm (1/8 inch) for about 5cm (2 inches) along the edge of the fabric. Insert the needle into the fold by rotating the handwheel toward you, and lower the presser foot.

  • Page 40: Cording

    Cording Sew over one strand of cording to create a pretty swirled design on a jacket or vest or sew over three strands of cording for border trims. Pearl cotton, knitting yarn, embroidery floss, lace thread, fine wool or lily yarn can be used for cording. * The Cording foot accessory is optional.

  • Page 41: Satin Stitch Sewing

    Satin stitch sewing 3.5~7.0 0.5~1.0 Use the satin stitch foot for satin stitching and sewing decorative stitches. This foot has a full indentation on the underside to allowed easy sewing over the thickness of the stitches form by closely spaced zigzag stitches, and even feeding of the fabric.

  • Page 42: Quilting

    Quilting 1.0~3.0 * The Quilting foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. Insert the e dge/quilting guide in the presser foot holder as illustrated and set the space as you desire. Sew the first row and move over the fabric to sew successive rows with the guide riding along the previous row of stitching.

  • Page 43: Gathering

    Gathering * The Gathering foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. Gathered fabric Remove the presser foot holder and attach the gathering foot, lowering the tension setting to below 2. Place fabric to be gathered under presser foot to the right of the presser foot.

  • Page 44: Smocking

    Smocking Use the all purpose foot to sew straight lines 1cm (3/8 inch) apart, across the area to be smocked. Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly. Secure the threads at the other end. Reduce the tension, if necessary and sew decorative pattern stitches between the straight seams.

  • Page 45: Free Motion Darning, Embroidery And Monogramming

    Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming * The Darning/ Embroidery foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. 3.5~5.0 Move the drop feed control to " " to lower the feed dogs. Remove the presser foot holder, and attach the darning foot to the presser foot holder bar.

  • Page 46: Embroidery

    Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming Embroidery Select zigzag stitch pattern and adjust the stitch width as desired. Stitch along the outline of the design by moving the embroidery hoop. Make sure to maintain a constant speed. Fill in the design working from the outline towards the inside.

  • Page 47: Fagoting

    Fagoting - Separate the folded edges of the fabric pieces with a gap of 4mm (1/8 inch) and baste them onto a piece of thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer sheet. Thin paper Basting - Align the center of the presser foot with the center of the two pieces of fabric and begin sewing.

  • Page 48: Twin Needle

    Twin needle * The twin needle is optional. It is not i n c l u d e with the accessories. 2.0~5.0 Insert the twin needle. Attention: When using twin needles, use the all purpose foot regardless of what kind of sewing foot will be carried out.

  • Page 49: Walking Foot

    Walking foot * The walking foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine. Always try to sew first without the walking foot accessory which should be used only when necessary. It is easier to guide the fabric and you have a better view of the seam when using the standard, regular foot on your machine.

  • Page 50: Warning Functions

    Warning functions Warning beeping sound - When operating correctly: 1 beep - When operating incorrectly: 3-short beeps - When the sewing machine is in trouble and can't sew: 3-short beeps It means that the thread is twisted or jammed and the hand wheel axle can't move. Please look t h r o u g h the "Trouble shooting guide"...
  • Page 51 Maintenance Remove the needle plate cover and bobbin. Clean the bobbin holder with a brush. Remove the needle, presser foot and presser foot holder. Remove the bobbin cover plate and bobbin. Remove the screw holding the needle plate and remove the needle plate.

  • Page 52: Trouble Shooting Guide

    Trouble shooting guide Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place of purchase or your nearest authorized dealer. Problem Cause Correction Reference Upper thread 1. The machine is not threaded correctly. 1. Rethread the machine. Page 11 breaks 2.
  • Page 53 Trouble shooting guide Problem Cause Correction Reference Seam 1. The needle thread tension is too tight. 1. Lossen the thread tension. Page 14 puckering 2. The needle thread is not threaded correctly. 2. Rethread the machine. Page 11 3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric 3.
  • Page 54 Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

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