Instruction Book
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. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ESSENTIAL PARTS Names of Parts................................................................ 3 Standard Accessories..................................................... 4 Accessory Storage.......................................................... 5 Extension Table............................................................... 5 Free-arm sewing............................................................. 5 Welted Buttonhole....................................................
ESSENTIAL PARTS t r Names of Parts y u q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 $0 $1 e w q !2 !1 !0 o i @4 !3 @3 !4 @1 !5 #4 #3 @2 @5 @0 @6 !9 !8 !7 @7 #2 @8 !6 #1 #0 @9 Thread take-up lever Foot pressure dial Reference chart Top cover Foot storage compartment Bobbin thread cutter B Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin thread cutter A Hole for extra spool pin Spool pin Spool holder (large) Thread tension dial Face cover Thr
Standard Accessories q w e y r u !0 t i !1 o !2 !4 !5 !7 !8 @0 @1 q w e r t y u !3 !6 !9 4 i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Zipper foot E Satin stitch foot F Blind hemming foot G Overedge foot C 1/4˝ seam foot O Automatic buttonhole foot R (in the accessory storage) Bobbin (4 pcs.
Accessory Storage The accessories can be conveniently stored in the compartment of the extension table and the compartment under the top cover. To store the accessories in the compartment of the extension table, push up the cover towards you to open the accessory storage. q q w e r Presser foot Automatic buttonhole foot R Bobbin Extra spool pin Other accessories can be also stored in the compartment in the extension table.
GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply z First make sure the power switch q is off. x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord into the machine socket e. c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t, and turn the power switch q on. q Power switch w Machine plug e Machine socket r Power supply plug t Wall outlet z q c e w NOTE: Make sure to use the power supply cable that came with the machine. If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds before turning it on again.
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, it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is pressed. Pressing and holding this button while sewing will slow down the sewing speed and the machine will stop when the button is released. NOTE: • The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot control is connected to the machine.
Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left. Foot Control Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed. The harder you press the foot control, the faster the machine runs.
r i t o !0 !1 e q w y u !2 !6 !3 !7 !4 !8 !9 !5 Function Keys q LCD screen The LCD screen shows the following information when the machine is turned on: w Stitch pattern e Mode r Stitch pattern number t Recommended type of presser foot y Stitch width u Stitch length !4 Clear key (refer to pages 22, 69) Press the clear key to clear the memorized stitch pattern. Press and hold this key until the buzzer sounds to delete the whole pattern combination.
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. q Presser foot lifter You can raise the presser foot higher than the normal up position. This helps you to place thick layers of fabrics under the foot. w Extra lifted position w q NOTE: Do not turn the handwheel or press the up/down needle button when the presser foot is in the extra lifted position.
Balancing Thread Tension Auto-thread tension For general sewing, set the thread tension dial at AUTO, which covers a wide range of sewing conditions. q Thread tension dial q w Balanced thread tension For straight stitch sewing, both needle and bobbin threads will join at the middle of the fabrics. q e r w For zigzag stitch sewing, the needle thread will appear slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.
Changing the Presser Foot CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch OFF before replacing the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lifter. Press the red button on the back of the foot holder. The presser foot will drop off. q Red button w Presser foot q w Attaching the presser foot Place the presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place.
Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch OFF before changing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button and lower the presser foot. Turn the power switch off. q Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove the needle from the clamp. q Needle clamp screw e Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side of the needle to the rear.
Winding the Bobbin Removing the Bobbin Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. q Hook cover release button w Hook cover plate q Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder. e Bobbin w e NOTE: Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or damage to the bobbin holder. r q Setting the spool of thread Lift up the spool pin.
Winding the bobbin NOTE: Set the speed control slider at the fastest position (refer to page 8). z Pull the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread into the guide slot q. q Guide slot x z e x Draw the thread to the left and forward around the thread guide w. Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around and under the guide plate e. Firmly pull the thread to the right while holding it with both hands.
Inserting the bobbin z Turn the power switch off. 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 z q w e x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not rotate. Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin holder. Pull the thread to the left to pass it under the guide.
Threading the Machine v x Raise the presser foot lifter to raise the presser foot. Turn the power switch on. Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever to the highest position. Turn the power switch off. Pass the thread in the order from z to m. z CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch OFF before threading the machine. c b n m z Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread into the guide slot.
Built-in Needle Threader z NOTE: • The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended. • The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle. q CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch OFF before using the built-in needle threader. Turn the power switch ON. Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle. Turn the power switch OFF. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go.
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the bobbin thread. However, you need to draw up the bobbin thread when sewing gathering stitches etc. z z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according to the instructions on page 16, but leave a 10 cm (4˝) tail of bobbin thread as shown.
Selecting the Patterns Mode 1–5 To select stitch patterns in modes 1–5, first press the mode key q to select your desired mode.
Customizing Machine Settings You can customize the machine settings to your preference. To enter the setting mode, turn the power off. Press and hold the memory key q and turn the power switch on until the setting mode screen appears. Press the mode key w to select the desired setting.
Needle stop position setting The machine always stops with the needle in the down position except when sewing buttonholes, specialty stitches such as darning or eyelet, monograms, etc. However you can select the needle stop position up or down. Enter the machine setting mode. Press the mode key to enter the needle stop position setting. The default needle stop position setting is down position “dn”. To change the needle stop position, press the cursor key “ ” and the “UP” mark will blink.
Key position calibration z x If the function keys seem out of alignment, calibrate the key position as follows. z Enter the machine setting mode. Press the mode key 4 times to enter the key position calibration. q x Press the start/stop button q. y(t4) t(t3) r (t2) e (t1) w c c The key position adjustment screen appears and “t1” is shown on the right side of the screen. With the buttonhole opener w, press e on the touch panel of your machine. v v “t2” will be shown on the LCD screen.
q e BASIC SEWING w Straight Stitch Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 01 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric edge next to a seam guide on the needle plate. Lower the needle at the point where you wish to start. Pull the needle thread toward the rear. Lower the presser foot. NOTE: Pull the needle thread to the left when using satin stitch foot F or automatic buttonhole foot R.
Cutting Threads To cut the threads after finishing sewing, press the thread cutter button. The needle bar will automatically go up after trimming the threads. q Thread cutter button NOTE: The thread cutter button does not function when the presser foot is up. Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter does not work well. q w To use the thread cutter on the face cover, remove the fabric and draw it to the back.
Adjusting the Needle Drop Position The needle drop position of the straight stitches can be altered by pressing the stitch width adjusting key. The needle drop position can be adjusted for following straight stitch patterns: Mode 1: Mode 2: 0.0 3.5 7.0 Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to move the needle bar to the right. Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to move the needle bar to the left.
q e Lock-a-Matic Stitch w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 02 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 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 q once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches, four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.
q e Triple Stretch Stitch w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 08 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 This strong, durable stitch is recommended for areas where both elasticity and strength are needed to ensure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams. Also use it when constructing items such as backpacks for extra strength.
q Zipper Sewing w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r e (A) MODE 1: 01 AUTO Zipper foot E Zigzag foot A 5 Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot holder. (B) q Groove w Pin (A): To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the pin on the right-hand side. (B): To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the pin on the left-hand side.
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. q 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin w Zipper teeth e Fold r End of the zipper opening t Opening size z r w q t e x Attach the zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand side.
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. i Basting o Zipper tape v i o b Attach the zipper foot E with the left pin. Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width to default value, and thread tension dial to “AUTO”. Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.
q e Gathering w r Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: 0.6 cm Loosen the thread tension to “1” and increase the stitch length to 5.0. MODE 1: 01 1 Zigzag foot A 5 NOTE: Pull up the bobbin thread and draw a 10 cm (4˝) thread tail to the back before starting to sew. Use the thread cutter on the face cover. Sew two rows of straight stitches 0.6 cm (1/4˝) apart. Knot the threads at the beginning. Pull the bobbin threads at the end to gather the fabric.
q Zigzag Stitch w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r e MODE 1: 10, 11 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 Zigzag stitch is used for various sewing needs including overcasting. It can be used on most woven fabrics. A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for applique. Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length of the zigzag stitches can be altered by pressing the stitch length adjusting key.
q e Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot stitch) w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 12 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the stitches.
q Knit Stitch w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r e MODE 1: 14 AUTO Zigzag foot A 4 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.
q e Visible hemming w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 17 AUTO Zigzag foot A 5 Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the right side up. Sew along the fold at the desired depth. Trim an excessive. q e Blind Hemming w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r q Select pattern 18 for woven fabrics or pattern 19 for elastic fabrics.
Changing the needle drop position Press the stitch width adjusting key. The LCD screen shows the distance between the left needle position and the guide in millimeters r. r Press the “ ” sign to move the needle to the right. Press the “ ” sign to move the needle to the left.
q e Shell Tuck w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 20 6−8 Satin stitch foot F 5 Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the fabric as shown and stitch on the fold. Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge to create a shelled edge. You may need to increase the needle thread tension. q Folded edge w Right needle drop position If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least 1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.
Buttonholes Variety of buttonholes 24 Square buttonhole This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. 25 Round end buttonhole This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics especially for blouses and children’s clothes. 26 Fine fabric buttonhole This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on fine, delicate fabrics such as fine silk.
q Square Buttonhole w e Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 24 AUTO Automatic buttonhole foot R 5 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. When selecting the buttonholes, the LCD screen advise you to lower the buttonhole lever.
v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go. u Buttonhole lever v u NOTE: Make sure there is no gap between the slider and front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of position or there will be a sewing gap. i No gap o Starting point !0 Sewing gap i !0 !0 o !0 o o b Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the thread and continue sewing.
n The buttonhole is sewn automatically in the sequence shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine will stop automatically with the needle in the up position. Press the thread cutter button and remove the fabric. n NOTE: If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole lever, the LCD screen will show a warning and the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the buttonhole lever down and start sewing.
Manual settings The buttonhole width can be adjusted by pressing the stitch width adjusting key. Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to decrease the buttonhole width. q q Stitch width adjusting key w Narrower buttonhole e Wider buttonhole NOTE: The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0.
q e Round End and Fine Fabric Buttonholes w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 25, 26 AUTO Automatic buttonhole foot R 5 The sewing procedure is the same as the square buttonhole (refer to pages 40-42). The machine will sew a buttonhole in the order shown. q Starting point NOTE: The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 5.5. The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.2 to 0.8.
q e Corded Buttonhole w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 24 AUTO Automatic buttonhole foot R 5 z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole procedure. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur q at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing the front end.
q e Welted Buttonhole w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r z 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. w z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides together.
t m 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 r , q , Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth three times over the triangular end. q Wrong side of patch w Right side of garment fabric r Wrong side of garment fabric r w . e r . The patch should be cut 1 to 1.5 cm (7/16˝ – 5/8˝) away from the hole.
q e Darning w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r z x c MODE 1: 31 AUTO Automatic buttonhole foot R 5 z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Then lower the foot. q Button holder w Starting point q e x Start the machine and sew to the required length, then press the reverse button.
To adjust the evenness of darning stitches You can correct unevenness of darning stitches by pressing the “ ” or “ ” key of the stitch length adjusting key. If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the “ ” key to correct it, and vice versa. d1–d4 NOTE: The evenness can be adjusted within d1 to d9 (default setting is d5).
q e Tacking w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 32 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 5 Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotch seams and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. Sewing Lower the needle at the starting point. Lower the foot and sew until the machine stops automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm (9/16˝) long automatically. q Tacking w Starting point e 1.
q e Eyelet w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 1: 33 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 5 The eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Sewing Sew until the machine stops automatically. Open the eyelet with an eyelet puncher or pointed scissors. q Starting point q Adjusting the shape of an eyelet Correct the shape of the eyelet as follows: If the eyelet gap opens, press “ ” on the stitch length adjusting key.
q e – DECORATIVE STITCHING w Applique Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 2: 01-07 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 4 Place an applique on the fabric and baste it in place or use a fusible web to secure the applique in place. Guide the applique fabric, so that the needle falls off the edge of the applique when the needle swings to the right. (A) (B) (A): The patterns number 01, 02 and 05 (mode 2) have a fixed center needle drop position.
q e Fringing w Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r MODE 2: 01 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 4 Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily. Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin. Sew down the left side so the right hand stitches fall in the open space.
x Sew down the left side, guiding the fabric so the right hand stitches fall in open space. After finishing the left side, press the mirror image key. Sew down the other side (refer to page 63 for mirror image sewing). q Mirror image key x q c Remove the yarn or fabric threads between the stitching. c q Smocking w e Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r * Stitch patterns used.
q Fagoting w e Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: r * Stitch patterns used. MODE 2: 15 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 5 (mode 1) (mode 2) can also be Use this stitch to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add design interest. Fold under each fabric edge 1.5 cm (5/8˝) and press. Pin the two edges to paper or tear away backing 0.5 cm (3/16˝) apart. q q 0.
Patchwork Piecing q Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: w e r MODE 1: 05 AUTO 1/4˝ seam foot O or Zigzag foot A 5 Patchwork piecing Select pattern 05 (mode 1). Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Sew while guiding the edge of the fabric along the guide on the foot to keep a precise 1/4˝ seam allowance.
Stippling q Machine settings q Pattern: w Thread tension: e Presser foot: r Foot pressure: w e r * Stitch patterns MODE 2: 40 AUTO Satin stitch foot F 5 (mode 2) can also be used. A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy method to quilt small areas. Place a quilt layer and sew.
Twin Needle Sewing The utility stitches and decorative stitches shown on the left can be sewn with a twin needle. Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with the standard accessories. Mode 1 CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before changing the needle. Do not use twin needles other than the one included in the standard accessories, otherwise the needle may hit the needle plate, foot or hook and break. Mode 2 Insert the extra spool pin into the hole beside the horizontal spool pin.
NOTE: • When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew on the garment. • Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin needle sewing. • When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle and presser foot then turn the fabric. • When you select stitch patterns not for twin needle sewing and press the twin needle key, the twin needle mark will blink on the LCD screen and the caution buzzer sound.
PROGRAMMING A PATTERN COMBINATION Pattern Combination Example: Programming patterns 34 and 35 (mode 2). NOTE: • Patterns in the different groups, letters and numbers can also be programmed. • Check tension balance by test sewing. Manual tension adjustment may be required when sewing a pattern combination. • Up to 50 stitch patterns combination can be memorized. z x z Select pattern 34 (mode 2). x Press the memory key. c c Select pattern 35 (mode 2). v v Press the memory key. b b Start sewing.
Programming Auto-lock Stitch Example: Programming patterns 32 (mode 2) and autolock stitch. The machine will sew the pattern, auto-lock stitch, and stop automatically. z z Select pattern 32 (mode 2). x x Press the memory key. c c Select pattern 89 (mode 2). Press the memory key. q v Start sewing. Pattern 32 and 89 (auto-lock stitch) will be sewn automatically. w Auto-lock stitch v NOTE: The locking stitch at the beginning q is pre-programmed.
Programming Automatic Thread Cutting To cut the threads automatically after sewing the pattern combination, press automatic thread cutting key. The cutter sign will be indicated on the LCD screen. Press the automatic thread cutting key again to cancel it. q Cutter sign q z z Select pattern 34 (mode 2). x x Press the memory key. c c Select pattern 35 (mode 2). v v Press the memory key. b b Press the automatic thread cutting key. The cutter sign appears on the LCD screen.
Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image Example: Pattern 34 (mode 2) and its mirror image z z Select pattern 34 (mode 2). x x Press the memory key. c c Select pattern 34 (mode 2). Press the mirror image key. The mirror sign will appear on the LCD screen. q Mirror sign q v v Press the memory key. b b Start sewing. The machine will sew the pattern combination repeatedly.
Resuming a Pattern from the Beginning z x If you have to stop sewing in the middle of a pattern and wish to sew it over again, press the startover key to sew the pattern from the beginning. Example: Pattern 32 (mode 2) q c z Select pattern 32 (mode 2). Start sewing. x Sewing stopped. q Stopped position w c Press the startover key. w Startover key v Sewing starts from the beginning of the pattern.
Bridge Stitches Stitch patterns number 55 to 59 (mode 2) are bridge stitches, which are used to insert straight stitches after a stitch pattern. NOTE: The bridge stitches number 57 and 59 (mode 2) cannot be selected individually. Insert the bridge stitches after a stitch pattern. When the pattern is deleted, the inserted bridge stitches are also deleted. Example: Combination of pattern 08 (mode 2) and pattern 57 (mode 2). z z Select pattern 08 (mode 2). x x Press the memory key.
Use the stitch pattern 88 (blank space) in mode 1 or 2 if you wish to insert a space between stitch patterns.
Monogramming Selecting a character In mode 3, 4 and 5, you can program text by entering the number and alphabets. Mode 3: Alphabets/number/symbol Mode 4: European accented letters Mode 5: Cyrillic letters Programming a monogram z x Example: To program “R&B” z Press the mode key 2 times to enter mode 3. x Select pattern 28. c c Press the memory key. v v Select pattern 64. b b Press the memory key. n n Select pattern 12. m m Press the memory key. , , Press the auto thread cutting key.
Spacing To enter the space in monogramming, select the stitch pattern 97, 98 or 99 in mode 3, 4, or 5. q Pattern 97: Small-size space (2.5 mm) w Pattern 98: Medium-size space (3.5 mm) e Pattern 99: Large-size space (5.0 mm) q w e Reducing the size of letters To reduce the height of character to approximately 2/3 of its original size, select the character with the cursor key and press “ ” of the stitch width adjusting key.
Deleting and Inserting a Pattern Example: Deleting pattern “B” and inserting “W” from “ABC”. z z Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under the pattern to be deleted. Move the cursor under the pattern “B”. x x Press the clear key. Pattern “B” will be deleted. c c Enter “W”. Pattern “W” will be inserted between “A” and “C”. v v Press the memory key to memorize the new pattern combination.
Uniform Stitch Adjustment The stitch width and length of the programmed patterns can be uniformly adjusted. Example: Adjusting the stitch width of the programmed pattern 39 (mode 2) and its mirror image. Shift the cursor to the right of the last programmed pattern. Press the stitch width adjusting key to adjust the stitch width. NOTE: Stitch length can be uniformly adjusted if the programmed patterns in the same category (satin stitches or stretch stitches) have been programmed.
Individual Stitch Adjustment The stitch width and length can be individually adjusted for each pattern in a programmed combination. Example: Changing the stitch width of the one pattern in the combination z z Select pattern 32 (mode 2). Press the memory key. x x Press the memory key again. c c Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under the second pattern. v v Press the stitch width adjusting key to adjust the width to “3.5”. b b Press the start/stop button.
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stitch patterns may vary depending upon sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use. If stretch stitch patterns, monogram or the stretch buttonhole is distorted, correct it with the feed balancing dial. Set the feed balancing dial at the neutral position for normal sewing.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE z w WARNING: q • Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. • Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than as explained in this section. q Cleaning the Hook Area Clean the hook area at least once a month. z Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine. Remove the needle and presser foot. Remove the setscrews on the needle plate with the screwdriver supplied with the machine. Remove the needle plate.
Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide Clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top cover at least once a month. z z Remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide plate by pulling it up. q Thread guide plate q x Remove lint and dust from the brush on the underside of the thread guide plate using a lint brush. w Brush on the thread guide plate x w c Clean the area around and under the pre-tension leaf with the lint brush.
Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the LCD screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below. Warning Sign Cause Try this 1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control connected. 2. The foot control is out of order. (The foot control sign keeps blinking.) Disconnect the foot control. The machine is started without lowering the presser foot. The machine will stop if the presser foot is raised while sewing.
Troubleshooting Condition The needle thread breaks Cause 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The needle thread is not set under the presser foot when start sewing. 6. The thread is tangled around the spool. The bobbin thread 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder. breaks 2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. 3.
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