PFAFF ti pt ron i c 6232 tip mat i c 6152, 6122, 6112 PFAFF tptro&c 6232 [1 r Instruction manual
When reading this instruction manual, please fold this page or the last page open to better understand the manual. Safety rules For the United Kingdom only The leads must definitely not be connected to the safety lead terminal I nor to a plug with three pins.
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Parts of the sewing machine (models 6232 and 6152) (1> (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29) (30) (31) (32) (33) (34) (35) Key for “stow sewing” (model 6232) Key for “needle down position” (model 6232) Key for “tacking” (model 6232) Carrying handle Handwheel Handwheel release disk Fancy stitch knob Main switch Connection socket “foot control with mains cord” (model 6152) Touch controls Stitch length knob Connectio
Important safety instructions For the United States only When you use an electrical appliance, basic safety precauti ons should always be adhered to as follows: Read all instruc tions before using this sewing machine. DANGER 1. 2. 3. 4. To reduce the risk of electric shock: The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning it. Always unplug before relamping.
Notes on safety Notes on safety for household sewing machi nes in accordance with EN 60 335-2-28 and IEC 60 335-2-28 1. The user must exercise adequate caution with regard to the up and down move ment of the needle and must constantly observe the sewing area while sewing. 2. When leaving the machine unattended, during maintenance work or when replacing mechanical parts or accesso ries, always disconnect the machine from the mains by pulling out the mains plug. 3.
Modern and uncomplicated Sewing at the touch of a button — Congratulations! You have purchased a top-quality product which features unique advantages. Your new sewing machine can handle almost any mate rial and will sew through thick and thin for you. The design and technology incorporated in this machine are state-of-the-art. You will also discover that these instructions are just as easy to use as your PFAFF sewing machine itself.
Contents Top-stitching Foot control Appliqué Appliqué foot Cording foot Blind stitch Borders Decorative stitches Dual fabric feed Threading the needle thread Gathering with the straight stitch Gathering with elastic thread Elastic stitch Elastic stitches Electrical connection Thread trimmer Thread tension Feather stitch Sewing on patches Fringe foot Free arm Function keys Foot control Placing sewing thread on spool holder Straight stitch Closed overlock stitch Handwheel release disc Main switch Tacking Hems
Needle thread tension Top feed (Integrated Dual Transport) Oiling the sewing machine Open overlock stitch Overlock stitches Patchwork quilt Practical sewing Pullover stitch Quilt and patchwork foot Quilting Right needle position Cleaning and oiling Sewing on zippers Richelieu Repairing tears Stabilizing edges Reverse sewing Hemming with the twin needle Bias-tape binder Notes on safety Smocking Special accessories table Inserting lace Winding the bobbin Bobbin case Winding through the needle Winding from the
Utility stitch table (non-elastic stitches) For these programs, the stitch length can be selected using the stitch length knob (11) as desired between 0 and 6 mm. Program Description Application A/B/C Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e.g. blouses or bed linens. D Blind stitch with zigzag (elastic) For invisible hem-securing with simultaneous seam serging. Especially for stretch material. E Greek stitch with zigzag A traditional decorative stitch e.g.
Utility stitch table (non-elastic stitches) H I K LI M IG LC LG LI Program Description Application H Blind stitch For invisible hem-securing on sturdier materials. I Greek stitch, wide A traditional decorative stitch. K Shell- edging stitch For decorative hem edges on light fabrics e.g. underwear. L Fancy elastic stitch For overstitching two buttjoined plies M Elastic stitch For sewing on elastic band, darning tears and inserting patches. IG Viennese stitch Decorative stitch e.
Utility stitch table (elastic stitches) AAAL..__ AAA 1AA ‘dl For these programs, turn the stitch length knob (11) in the grey area until it stops i.e. to “Stretch”. Program Description Application 0 peacock’s eye stitch Elastic closing and serging seam. The material must be turned by 180 degrees. E cover stitch F For top-stitching and overstitching stretch materials, e.g. cuffs, hems and panels. Herringbone stitch A decorative stitch for top-stitching or whip-stitching hems, e.g.
Utility stitch table (elastic stitches) AAAAAAA AAAAAA Program Description Application EL Diagonal coverstitch For top-stitching and overstitching stretch materials, e.g. cuffs, hems and panels. FG Turkish stitch with zigzag A top-stitching seam for patchwork and quilting ID Branch stitch A decorative elastic stitch, e.g. for sportswear. IF Floss stitch For whip-stitching hems, e.g. on pajamas and sweatsuits. The material must be turned by 180 degrees.
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1iii1 4 J PFAFF tiptronc 6232 li cr1 Operation of the sewing machine j J J Electrical connection Detachable work support Bobbins Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension Threading the needle Needle threader Pulling up the bobbin thread Presser bar lifter Thread trimmer Changing the sewing foot IDT System/Integrated Dual Transport Top feed Changing the needle Needle thread tension Lowering the feed dog Reverse sewing Stitch length knob Pushbutton controls Stitch width knob Needle position knob Function keys
P. JL!Ji Cover-case Top cover Place the enclosed mains cord. foot control and instruction book in the compartment of the cover-case, Open the folding cover (26) upwards. 4AAf MAMA MMAM M \ v 20 V Electrical connection (Model 6232) Connect the mains cord between socket (9) o the sewing machine and the wall socket. of elec This appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk not fit tric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
— Connecting the foot control (Model 6232) Connecting the foot control (Models 6112, 6112, 6152) Connect the plug of the foot control with the connecting socket (12) of the sewing machine. The sewing speed is regulated by pressing the pedal. Connect the plug of the foot control to the connecting socket (9) of the sewing machine and to the wall socket. The sewing speed is regulated by pressing the foot control.
Li Accessory compartment Detachable work support Open the detachable work support (14) and take out the accessory compartment, Using both hands, swing the detachable work support (14) to the left. \\ø Organizing the accessories The enclosed accessories are numbered. Sort the enclosed accessories into the correspon ding sections of the accessory compartment.
Preparing the machine for bobbin winding Hold the handwheel (5) firmly and turn the handwheel release disc (6) until it stops in the direction of the arrow. This stops the needle from moving while the machine is winding the bobbin. AAAA 4AAAA ( ) /‘i” Placing the bobbin Switch off the on/off switch (8). Place the empty bobbin so that the black pin of the bobbin winder (27) snaps into the slot of the bobbin. Push the bobbin to the right.
r tr w AAAAAAAA44A4 Winding the bobbin from the spool holder Place the sewing thread on the spool holder (24). To guarantee free movement of the thread and to give additional hold to the thread spool, fit an unwinding disk correspon ding to the size of the thread spool. Threading Place the thread into guide A and pull it through opening B to the right under the hook D. Wind the thread clockwise a few times around the bobbin.
____________ W AAAAAAA4AAAAd4 ji1±1I L Winding from the second spool holder Swing the second spool holder (25) up and place a spooi of thread with the correspon ding unwinding-disk on it. Threading Place the thread into guide C and pull it through opening B to the night under hook D (see page 16, top illustration>. Wind the thread clockwise a few times around the bobbin. Switch on the on/off switch Hold the end of the thread firmly and press the foot control.
1. Winding through the needle Even if the machine has been completely threaded, you can still wind the bobbin. Raise presser bar lifter (20). Pass the needle thread through the sewing foot and downwards; then through the right threading slot (17) and upwards. ,1 4 Pass the thread to the right under the guide hook D. Then wind the thread several times around the bobbin. Activate the foot control and winding the bobbin with the needle can be started.
__ - I I Hook cover Switch off on/off switch Hold the side of the hook cover (28) and open it towards you. Removing the bobbin case Raise the bobbin case cover and pull out the bobbin case. Release the cover and remove the empty bobbin. Thread tension To ensure perfect sewing and a durable seam, the top and bottom thread-tensions must be well adjusted to each other and the threads must be interlaced between the two fabric plies.
Inserting the bobbin Insert the full bobbin into the bobbin case . In doing so, pull the thread sideways throu gh slot A, then under the tension plate B until it rests in the opening (see arrow). Check: When you pull the thread, the bobbin mus t turn clockwise. Checking the bobbin thread tension Hold the bobbin case by the thread and pull the thread upwards sharply. The bobbin case must slip downwards a little with each hand movement.
4”. Threading the needle thread L.!’. Switch off the on/off switch Raise the presser bar lifter (20) and turn the handwheel until the take-up lever (19) has moved to the top. Place the thread on the spool holder (24) and fit the corresponding unwinding disk. 1L J/ D - Now, using both hands, pull the thread into guide A and under thread guide hook 0. Pass the thread through the lefthand threading slot (17) and downwards.
I Needle threader Models 6122, 6152, 6232) To make threading the needle easier and quiccker, you have been provided with the PFAFF needle threader (16). Lower the sewing foot (see next page). Turn the handwheel until the needle is at its highest posi tion. Place the needle thread under hook 0 and hold it taut. Move the needle threader fully downwards and turn it towards the needle so that the small hook R goes through the needle eye. Place the thread in to the hook from below.
/ ) Presser bar lifter Drawing up the bobbin thread The sewing foot is raised or lowered with the presser bar litter (20). Raise the sewing foot. Hold the needle thread and turn the hand wheel towards you until the needle is at the top again and the bobbin thread has formed a loop. Pull the needle thread to draw up the bobbin thread. Bobbin thread Thread trimmer Close the hook cover (28) and pull the thread under the sewing foot to the left.
/j\ Removing the sewing foot Turning off the main switch Position the needle at its highest point. Press the sewing foot upwards at the front and downwards at the back at the same time so that it disengages from the sewing foot holder (15). Check: Please check that the sewing foot is properly engaged by raising the presser bar lifter.
I The built-in dual feed/lOT System (Integrated Dual Transport) (Models 6122, 6152, 6232) PFAFF offers the ideal solution for sewing difficult materials: the built-in dual feed. This system feeds the material from the top and bottom simultaneously as is done in industrial sewing machines. The fabric is fed precisely. When sewing light or difficult materials such as silk and rayon fabrics, the dual feed prevents seam puckering.
Engaging the top feed (Models 6122. 6152, 6232) Important! For all sewing jobs with the top feed, only use sewing feet with cutout at the back. Raise the sewing toot. Then push the top feed Disengaging the top feed Hold the dual feed with two fingers at the marked places. Push the top feed (23) dovn little and out to the rear, and let it move slowly upwards lalso see the illustration or page 25>. (23) downwards until it snaps into place.
ii -.--, A Changing the needle Switch off the on/off switch To remove: Lower the sewing foot and set the needle at its highest point. Now loosen the fixing screw (22) and pull the needle downwards. To insert: The flat side A of the needle must face to the fear. Lower the sewing foot and insert the needle, pushing it up as far as it goes. Hold the needLe and tighten the fixing screw 122) firmly.
PFAFF tiptronk H q 1 Reverse sewing Stitch length adjustment button The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse sewing key (21) is pressed. With the stitch length adjustment button 11 you can adjust the stitch length infinitely oe ween 0 and 6 mm by turning the point mer king on the button to the required 4ength. 4 4 Between the numbers 0 and 1 you will find the “buttonhole” symbol. This area is the opti mum stitch density for sewing buttonholes and embroidering.
_____ Pushbutton controls Setting utility stitches PFAFF tiptronic 6232 n aL Each programm has been given a letter that you can find on the pushbutton controls, By pressing the correct button, the program is selected and the machine is ready to sew. Key B releases the keys that have been activated. Under the lid (26) you will find the program table with all the utility stitches and stitch combinations On model 6232 the most important stitches are additionally illustrated on the lighted display.
__ PAFF tiptronic 6232 Mad ., I ri t.11 1AL4/ Utility and stretch stitch combinations By striking two or several keys you can create combinations in the utility stitch range. The stitch length knob an either be in the normal sewing range or in the stretch range. All the stitch combinations are illustrated on the program table in the lid. You can release ke. that are already activated with key B. PFAFF tiptronic 6232 — L •1 I I tiptronic 6232 Made in Germany f.
_____ ___________ Stitch width knob The stitch width can be infinitely adjusted via the knob (34). When selecting the width, the needle must not be in the material. Basic setting: Turn the stitch width knob (34) to the symbol (maximum stitch width). 34 Exception: Straight stitch is sewn with stitch length 0. In chapter “Utility stitches and practical sewing” (pages 33 58), you will find recommendations in the tables for the stitch width selection of individual stitches.
Function keys (Model 6232) The tiptronic has three function keys. 1’ L’i izJ I 1. Sewing slowly When key (1) “slow sewing” is pressed th green diode lights up. The sewing machis now sews at half speed. If the key is pres again the green diode is extinguished and machine sews at full speed again. ‘ 23 , (ii oj’n 1’ L :J 2. Needle position up/down Each time sewing is interrupted the needle automatically moves to its uppermost posit If key (2) is pressed the diode lights up.
I I I Utility stitches and practical sewing Sewing chart General sewing aids Non-elastic stitches Elastic stitches Overlock stitches Covering stitches Buttonhole Hemming with the twin needle Smocking Gathering Darning Sewing on zippers Rolling Sewing lace Shell edging page 34 page 35 page 36 39 pages 40, 41 page 42, 43 page 44, 45 pages 46, 47 page 48 page 48 pages 49, 50 pages 51 53 pages 54, 55 page 56 page 57 page 58 — — 33
Explanation of the sewing chart The following charts show the recommen ded settings that you require for the rele vant sewing operations. These charts also provide you with further instructions that are necessary when sewing the selected programs. The choice of the sewing toot, the setting of the needle thread tension and whether the sewing is tarried out with the top feed swit ched on or off, Always use the “center” needle position ( if not otherwise specified in the instructions.
Need’e thread tension To ensure perfect sewing results, the needle and bobbin thread tensions must be perfectly tuned to each other, The normal setting for utility stitches is in the range 4 5. Check the tension with a broad zigzag stitch. The threads must be interlaced between the two fabric plies. If the needle thread tension is too high, the threads are interlaced above the top fabric ply. If the needle thread tension is too low, the threads are interlaced below the lower fabric ply.
7I prog ke 3 t t I t 0 j To 3 - a prog I G 2.5 0 G 2.51 0 • - 35j011 ]35J 0 Basting stitch (model 6232) Straight stitch Wth key (3) “basting” you can baste a gar ment before trying it on. When you press the toot control the machine will only make one stitch. For each further stitch you have to press the foot control each time. Program G is the basic straight stitch. The stitch length can be increased up to 6 mm as required.
_ ___ prog T_G_ r_ r G 1-2 j 5 2 1-2 2-5lI ê 3-5 0/1/31 — 3-5 0/3 Zigzag stitch In addition to overlock stitching, zigzag stitch G, stitch width 5 l, is also suitable for ser ging various materials. In this case, the mate rial should only be positioned halfway under the sewing foot. When serging the edge, make sure the needle goes into the materi& and over the edge alternately. The width for serging can be ecucea no 10 For serging difficult materials, blind stitch foot No.
.j ‘ir I 4. ,- -4 K 1 4 —. K ,1 I I I progiI Ia’ H jbj H I If the stitches are visible on the right side, adjust edge guide B by turning adjusting screw A. I 1I J 1 iI • ) 5 . 2 i , 12.5 i’l — 3—5 3 1—51 Blind stitch Slind stitch H is best suited for invisible hems; sewing by hand is no longer necessary. — — — — — — Serge the edge of the hem. Fold the edge inwards by the hem width. Now untold the hem again so that the hem edge protrudes by about 1 cm.
Sewing on buttons with stems prog E — — a G b G 0 Insert the sewing foot. Place a matchstick between the holes of the button and sew it on as described on the left. Sewing on buttons With zigzag stitch 0 {stitch width 4 mm) you can sew on two- and four-hole buttons with no problem at all. — — — — Remove the sewing foot and lower the feed dog. Turn the handwheel towards you and move the button in such a way that the needle enters the left hole in the button.
____________ _______ a Iprog i G Stretch 0 Stretch] 0 G j I I 1 _— I f—i i11 ]IiI I • - I 0/11 a 0 b 3-5 Stretch triple straight stitch This program is used for sewing all seams where great strength is needed, e.g. inside trouser seams. The farther you turn the stitch length knob. the longer the stitch length. i G Sttch Stretch 1 I i’inj 5•I 3 I - L3.
•1, [J IprogJ r____ r 11-2.5 M M 5’l 5’l T• 3-5 0/1 3-5 0 [pro -I I a M Stretch 51 b M Stretch 51 • — 3-5 0/1 3-5 0 Elastic stitch Honeycomb stitch Because of its high elasticity, this stitch is used for sewing on elastic tape, e.g. on under wear. The honeycomb stitch is an elastic and deco rative hem which is particularly suitable for hems on underwear and T-shirts. — — — — — Cut off the old elastic band close to the fabric edge.
N N N N N N N N N N N N I1 p rog I What is an overlock stitch? For elastic materials and knits, the pushbutton key models offer overlock stitches which sew two fabric layers together and serge simultaneously. They are more elastic than normal seams, very durable and quickly sewn. Tip: We recommend using blind stitch foot No. 3 when sewing overlock seams. It guides particularly well and prevents the seam from puckering even on broad seams.
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S progj I al 11.2 15 • L bi L 1.2 5 — 3-51 13-51 prog 1 0 Fancy elastic stitch The fancy elastic stitch is very useful for mate rials that require a flat seam, e.g. terry cloth. Place the two fabric edges so that they overlap by about 2 cm and overstitch each edge with fancy elastic stitch. — r r lG Stretch - - • 5l - I - j;Ejjjj 3-5 1 1 I - - Pennant stitch (models 6152 and 6232) The pennant stitch is one of the many types of covering stitches.
Buttonholes all the Sewing buttonholes is very easy with the models with pushbutton controls since fabric does not have to be turned. a piece Buttonhoies are generally sewn onto e materi of doubled fabric. However, for som it is neces als, e.g. silk, organza and viscose, ent the sary to use silk paper backing to prev ng. sewi e whil ng racti cont material from pur Avalon (from Madeira) is ideal for this which pose. It is a special non-woven fiber with dissolves when it comes into contact thick water.
_______ ___ ___ ____ ___ F’.z A ___ IprogH it a I IA/B/C I lbIA/B/C 1 fl 5fr1 Lii ‘l 0 — 3 1 5 I5 J buttonhole — Insert the buttonhole foot and slide the foot forwards as far as it will go. Press key C and sew the first buttonhole Lingerie seam to the required length. — — — — — — Then press key B. Keep it pressed and sew a few stitches for the bartack. while holding the material securely.
roj prog Ia G 3 0 G 3 0 I. 3-5 0/1 a G 3-4 3-5 0 b G 3-4 Hemming with the twin needle only embroi With the twin needle you can not titch tops e mak also but 64), page der see seams. a profes Using the twin needle you can add materials sional touch to hems on stretch cycling such as T-shirts, knitted articles or needles Twin y. easil and kly shorts both quic The traditio are available in different widths. To prevent nal width for topstitching is 4 mm.
j prog Ia I IbI G I < la.’II I ‘., e 6 j o I 1 • ° - f1 13-510/11 1351 ° Gathering with the straight stitch 4 4 Using program G you can gather sleeves, skirts and valances with a stitch length of 6 mm. To ensure consistent gathering you should sew two or three rows of gathering. — 4 Mark the first line on the face side of the fabric and sew along it. Allow the threads to protrude approx. 10 20 cm. Each subsequent seam can be sewn one presser foot width from the last.
prog i’ a M Stretch 51 [b M } Stretch 5l -- • — 3-5 0/1 3-5 0 Gathering with elastic thread Sleeve and waist seams can be gathered with ease using an elastic thread. The elastic thread does not have to be wound Onto the bobbin. Mark the first gathering seam on the reverse side of the fabric. Sew a few stitches using program M and leave the needle in the fabric. The needle must be in the center of the presser foot. Raise the presser foot and lay the elastic thread around the needle.
Darning with the straight stitch Insert the darning foot: Set the needle at its highest point and push the pin of the darning foot fully into the hole C of the sewing foot holder. When doing this. the guide fork G should position itself around the presser bar. The wire E must be behind the fixing screw F. Now tighten screw D. I I Darning position: Lower the presser-foot lifter while pushing it lightly to the rear. This snaps the presser-foot lifter into notch B (darning position).
I I. prog I Lxi I I a M 0.2-i b M 0,2-1 5l • I 3-5 0/1 a 3-5 0 b — Darning with the elastic stitch Darning with the elastic stitch is especially suitable for repairing damaged areas. Sew over the damaged area in rows until it is well covered. Take care to ensure that the rows overlap. — I prog 1> !I I M 1 0.2-1.5 j M 0.2-1,5 5l I • f - ] J 3-5 0 Sewing on patches To cover larger holes well, it isnecessary to sew a new piece of fabric onto the damagt area.
Repairing tears On tears, frayed edges or small holes it is use ful to lay a piece of material under the reverse side of the fabric, The underlayed fabric rein forces the workpiece and ensures perfect repair. — — — Lay a piece of material underneath the fabric. It must always be a little larger than the damaged area. Now sew over the damaged area in accor dance with the size of the tear. Cut the underlayed piece of material back to the seam.
-. I I prog 8 I 1 I II > Il—H > ‘-H 5J 1 3 0 G 3 0 - 3-51 Fully concealed, sewn-in zipper Insert the zipper foot on the right-hanc side. Baste in the zipper and lay it underneat the presser foot so that the teeth of the per run alongside the foot. Stitch in half of the zipper, leave the ne. in the fabric, raise the presser toot and close the zipper.
— Sew the second half of the zipper parallel at the same distance. Stop after tte first half and leave the needle in the fabric. Raise the presser foot ard — open the zipper. — Now you can finish sewing the seam. / The trouser zipper — — — — Iron over the seam allowances, taking care to ensure that the underlap protrudes by about 4 mm. Baste the zipper under the underlap so that the teeth are visible. Insert the zipper foot on the right hand side and move the needle to the correct position.
Stabilizing edges With the hemmer you can stabilize blouses, silk cravats and valances with ease, withott having to preiron the fabric edges. The hen ming prevents the edges from fraying anc a clean, durable edge is the result. — — — — Fold the beginning of the fabric edge o’ twice (each approx. 2 mm>. Lay the folded fabric edge underneath :. hemmer and sew a few stitches. Leave the needle in the fabric, raise thE presser foot and insert the hemmer foe scroll into the fabric.
0 a 2 b G 2.510 51 3L • j 1 - 3-5 0 Inserting lace You can achieve a beautiful effect by inserting lace. e.g. on babywear and children’s clothing. First the lace is basted onto the face side of the fabric. Sew on both sides of the lace at a narrow margin. — The fabric underneath the lace is cut down the middle and ironed to the side. — — : ;.. — Sew over both edges of the lace with a small, dense zigzag stitch (stitch width knob 34) between 2 and 4). — Cut back the extra fabric.
— —*.a—. __VVV_•_V .:_. *fr I bI K I K 1.5 1.5 •VV4 IIl I I I prog l’.’l rt _V_fl. 1I i . 4.5 1 1 -5 — Shell-edging Shell-edging is especially attractive on thin, soft fabrics such as silk and viscose. It is often used as an edging on underwear. The higher the needle thread tension, the deeper the shell edge teed. Serge the fabric edge and iron the seam allowance to the left. Take care that the fabric only runs half underneath the presser foot while sewing.
Decorative stitches and traditional embroidery techniques Sewing table for embroidery Decorative stitches Monograms Embroidering with the dense zigzag stitch/Tapering Appliqué Richelieu Patchwork quilt Quilt and patchwork foot Eyelet embroidery Hemstitching J page 60 page 61 page 65 page page page page page page page 66 69 69 70 70 71 72 — — 64 68 59
Decorative stitches s To enhance home textiles or garments model of range whole a you offer 6232 and 6152 fancy and decorative stitches to choose from. You can produce even greater embroidery s, variations by selecting different combination we work idery embro For colors or sizes. recommend using special embroidery threads which are available from your Pfaff dealer. For the parts to be embroidered you should either use an iron-on backing or place silk backing paper under the fabric.
4 Changing the pattern length You can vary the pattern length infinitely with the aid of the stitch length knob (11). The stitch density for embroidery is generally in the buttonhole range. The larger the stitch density you set is, the farther the pattern is stretched apart. Changing the pattern width With the stitch width knob (34) decorative stitches even during sewing can be infini tely widened or made narrower. Make sure that when the stitch width is changed, the needle is not in the material.
I Borders By combining different embroidery programs you can embroider borders of any width. Madeira embroidery threads are very suitable. They are available in many color shades and different sizes. However, only use one thread size for one piece of embroidery work. Apply iron-on backing or place silk backing paper under the fabric. Embroider with program Y/G, stitch width 5 plover the marked middle point. After that, turn the fabric and sew the border back again in reverse.
I S I’ ‘4 ‘4 Borders with a combination of stitches By combining different embroidery keys as desired you can easily achieve other embroi dered effects. This is a simple and pleasing way to embellish tablecloths and garments. Apply iron-on backing or place silk backing paper under the fabric. Mark the center with tailor’s chalk. — — — — — I You can now begin with the combination M/G Stretch, stitch width 5 frI. Embroider along the marked line.
Twin needle ,t1 You can achieve further embroidery effects by using the twin needle. The illustrations show some of the beautiful borders that can be made using your imagination. I1 It:! Note: Only use a twin needle with a width of up to 2.0 mm for all embroidery. I Threading the twin needle Insert the twin needle. — — — — I — - 64 Fit the second reel holder and place one reel of thread on each holder. In the left threading slot (17) you will find tension disk C.
Cii 4/Ij1i -c.,_’ Monograms Whether working with terry-cloth or woven fabric, with the help of the darning foot and the program G, stitch width 2.5 -5 ‘l, you can embroider initials of your own design. Sewing this way without a set pattern does, however, require a little practice. — — — — — Draw the initials onto the fabric with an Invisible-ink marker. Drop the feed dog. Insert the darning foot and bring it into darning position (see page 51>. Embroidering block letters is somewhat easier.
ED 111 ) h! Embroidering with a dense zigzag stitc Tapering h can be With your machine the zigzag stitc axon infinitely varied in its width. In Anglo-S e zig dens a h whic in ique techn this e usag “tape d is calle — wer narro mes zag stitch beco dense ring”. By regulating the width of this g zigzag stitch you can create interestin ry. embroide — Even embroidering ing Apply iron-on backing or place silk back paper under the fabric.
Floral embroidery For this flower arrangement, only a dense zig zag stitch was used in combination with the variable stitch width and the various needle positions. Apply iron-on backing or place silk backing paper under the fabric. — — — Draw the contures of a flower motif with a self-erasing textile pen. Set needle thread tension to ,,buttonhole”, select zigzag stitch 0, set stitch length to ,,buttonhole”. —Flowers: Select center needle position CZ and embroider individual pedals.
DL Embroidering corners of By changing the stitch width during sewing cor dense zigzag stitches you can embroider ners with 45 degree angles. Set needle thread tension to “buttonhole”, select zigzag stitch G. set stitch length to ,,buttonhole” and stitch width 5 mm. — Select the outermost right needle posi tion (J and embroider a straight line. Embroider corner: al After the needle has penetrated the materi using width stitch the reduce right, the to the width knob (34) by 0.5 mm to 4.5 mm. Sew a stitch.
II I. I I Appliqué Richelieu Appliqués are quickly made and always pro duce a beautiful fancy effect. By using diffe rent materials and patterns you can sew many different variations. You can make a perfect, densely stitched seam with the appliqué foot (special accesories), because it has a special cutout on the underside for the buttonhole seam. The fusible backing fabric “Vliesof ix” can be used to iron the appliqué onto the material, making it easier for you to appliqué.
Patchwork quilt Patching and quilting are traditional handicraft techniques which were originally used by North American pioneer women to make use of leftover fabric. Over the years it has develo ped into a creative hobby. And here’s how it’s done: — — Patchwork quilts used to be sewn exclusively by hand. Nowadays, however, you have the possibility to make your creative ideas a reality in a much shorter time.
Eyelet embroidery Traditional eyelet embroidery which previously had to be made laboriously by hand can now be made quite easily with the help of an eyelet plate (special accessory). This is very effective on blouses, bed- or table linen. Use utility stitches such as the zigzag stitch, blind stitch, elastic stitch or fancy stit ches of the knob (model 6152, 6232). For classic eyelet embroidery, program 6, with a stitch width 3 5 l mm is very suitable. TIP: If you choose another program, e.g.
1’ Hemstitch seam ry The hemstitch seam is an old embroide edges on technique and can be used to secure clo n table linen as well as for decoratio on will you work hing stitc hem your For . thing out of require a wing needle and coarse linen ds. Fur which you can easily pull single threa d is thermore, the darning and patching threa g zigza ch stret the With ble. suita ly particular hing stitch G you can sew various hemstitc h seam.
‘ Accessories and needles Presser feet (normal accessories) Special accessories table Felling foot Gathering foot Cording foot Bias-tape binder Multi-stitch gathering attachment Cording foot Appliqué foot Fringe foot page Needle table page page 74, 75 page 76 page 77 page 77 page 78 page 79 page 79 page 80 page 80 81 82, 83 73
Sewing feet (normal accessories) 0 1 Standard presser foot Part No. 98-694 81 6-00 (models 6122-6232) Part No. 96-694 847-00 (model 6112) Fancy-stitch foot (for top feed) Part No. 98-694 814-00 (models 61 22-8232) 1 Clear view foot (fancy-stitch foot not suitable for top feed) Part No. 98-694 864-0 1 (models 6122-6232) 3 Blind stitch and overlock foot Part No. 98-694 890-00 (models 6122 6232) Part No. 98-694 845-00 (model 6112) 4 74 Zipper- and edge-stitching foot Part No.
Sewing feet (normal accessories) N 5 Buttonhole foot Part No. 98-694 882-00 (models 6122-6232) 6 Darning foot Part No. 93-035 960-9 1 (models 6122-6232) For model 6112 special accessory 7 Hemmer Part No. 98-694 818-00 (models 6122-6232) For model 6112 special accessory 8 Edge guide Part No.
dee a work. They are available at an extra charge from your Sewing feet (special accessory) for special sewing Sewing work Part No. Accessory 93-042 941-91 For applique work Appliqué foot 93-036 931-91 foot ué appliq Open For binding edges with 98-053 484-91 Bias tape binder bias tape (remove foot holder) 950-91 93-042 Cording foot, 5 grooves (twin needle with needle spacing 1.6 to 2.0> For cording work 93-042 953-9 1 Cording foot, 7 grooves (needle size 80) (twin needle with needle spacing 1.6 to 2.
_______ I 4 progi [- p; 3 0 3 0 013-5ILap-i 13-51 fefler — Lap-feller Gathering foot Lap-feller seams are not only ornamental but strong too. This makes them very suitable for sportswear and children’s wear, men’s shirts and jeans. You can make these seams very effective if you use a sewing thread of a con trasting color. Beautiful gathering effects, e.g. on children’s wear or curtains, can be made quickly and easily with the gathering foot. This eliminates gathering by hand. — — — -.
ilar effect by using a You can obtain a sim es the cording look mak gimp thread; this wider. do not use a cording In this case, however, tongue. needle plate. To do this, remove the through the hole of Thread the gimp thread w to the top. belo the needle plate from notch bet The e. Replace the needle plat sewing the and e plat dle nee ween the gimp the for ce spa es machine provid st be fed under the thread. This thread mu s not become tan cloth plate, so that it doe .
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________________ I prog 1 10.3511 I I I s,I_—j a b (3 10.35-lI 2 -- 0 2 I prog I 2-3 J 2-3 Fne foot 1 1 a b - J I ‘ I 1 0.25 j 0 I I —• 1 0.25 - - ] 45 IGuiftandI I patch- I Jworkfootj Fringe foot Quilt and patchwork foot With this special foot for loop embroidery you can produce fantastic effects in no time. This foot is very useful for terry cloth.
Needle table Ifli } Type Stitch lenght 130/705 H-ZWI Size: 80 2.5 mm 2.5 mm 130/705 H-ZWI Size: 80 Size: 90 Size: 100 2.5 mm 2.5 mm 3.0 mm Stitch width [ Needle spacing suitable for 1.6 mm 2.0 mm Normal cording Normal cording 2.5 mm 3.0 mm 4.0 mm Wide cording E,ctra wide cording - — — - — Decorative designs sewn with twin needles Before you sew a decorative pattern, check by turning the hand wheel that the needles enter without any obstruction.
I A Changing the needle plate Switch off the main switch It is very important to clean and oil the sewing machine, because it will reward you with a longer service life. The more often you use the machine, the more care it needs. Removal: Raise the sewing foot and remove the deta chable work support. — — Push the point of a small screwdriver into the opening between needle plate and sewing machine. Twist it lightly to the right and the needle plate will snap half way out of its mounting.
Maintenance and Changing the needle plate Cleaning and Oiling Replacin the sewing lamp 9 ting Troubleshoo Page 86 Page 86 Page 87 Page 88 85
I 4’ , bJj Ii r I — Changing the sewing lamp Switch oft the main switch Disconnect the mains plug and the foot control plug from the machine. Take off the detachable work support (14). The sewing lamp is located inside the needle head of the sewing machine. Removal To be able to change the sewing lamp, we recommend placing the sewing machine on its side as illustrated. — — — — Hold the sewing machine tightly. Push the lamp into its holder as far as it will go.
Trouble-shooting Problem: 1. The machine skips stitches The needle is not properly inserted. The wrong needle is inserted. Needle is bent or blunt. Machine is not properly threaded. Needle is too small for thread. 2. Needle thread breaks See reasons above. Thread tension is too tight. Thread is poor or has slobs in it, or has become dry after too-long storage. Thread is too thick. 3. Needle breaks off Needle is not pushed fully in. Needle is bent. Needle is too thick or too thin.
Parts of the sewing machine (Models 6122 and 6112) (4) (5) (6) (8) (9) (10) (11) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29) (30) (31) (32) (33) (34) (35) Carrying handie Handwheel Handwheel release disk Main switch Connection socket “foot control with mains cord” Touch controls Stitch length knob Base plate Detachable work support Sewing foot holder with sewing foot Needle threader (Model 6122) Threading slit Needle thread tension Take-up lever Presser bar lifter K