Instruction book
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1. NAMES OF PARTS Names of Parts ........................................... 2 Extension Table ........................................... 3 Standard Accessories ................................. 3 Carrying Handle .......................................... 3 SECTION 4. DECORATIVE STITCHES Shell Tuck .................................................. 25 Smocking .................................................. 26 Applique ....................................................
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Extension Table • Detaching the table Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated, for “free-arm” sewing of cuffs and sleeves. The extension table can be used as accessory box. • Attaching the table Push the extension table until it snaps into the machine.
SECTION 2. GETTING READY TO SEW t q e Connecting Machine to Power Supply r CAUTION: Before connecting the power cord, make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power. 1. Turn off the power switch q. 2. Insert the machine plug w into the machine socket e. 3. Insert the power supply plug r into the outlet t. 4. Turn on the power switch q to activate the power and sewing light.
Setting Spool Pins The spool pins are used for holding the spools of thread when feeding the thread to the machine. To use, pull up the spool pins. Push down for storage. q Upper thread w Hole e Tangle q NOTE: When using thread which has tendency to tangle around a spool pin e, thread through the hole w of spool pin as shown. The hole should face the thread spool. w q e Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise it about 1/4˝ (0.
Changing Needles CAUTION: When changing needles, turn OFF the power switch. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you and lower the presser foot. z Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the clamp. x Insert the new needle into the clamp with the flat side away from you. When inserting the needle into the clamp, push it up as far as it will go and tighten the clamp screw firmly with the screw driver.
Bobbin Winding • Removing bobbin case Remove the extension table from the machine by pulling it to the left. Open the shuttle cover q by pushing down the embossed part on the cover. Raise the needle to its highest position by rotating the handwheel toward you. q Shuttle cover w Bobbin case q To remove the bobbin case w from the shuttle, pull open the latch of the bobbin case. Pull the bobbin case straight out of the shuttle. 2 • Bobbin winding z Draw thread from the spool.
Bobbin winding (continued) b b Depress the foot control again. When the bobbin is fully wound, it stops automatically. Return the bobbin winder to its original position by moving the spindle to the left, and cut the thread. • Inserting bobbin z Place a bobbin in the bobbin case, making sure the thread feeds clockwise from the bobbin. z x Draw the thread through the slot of the case. x c Continue to draw the thread under the tension spring q and through the opening. Pull out about 4˝ (10 cm) of thread.
Threading the Machine z • Threading the machine * Raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise. * Raise the presser foot lifter. * Place a spool on the spool pin, with thread coming off as shown. c x v b n z z Draw the end of thread around the upper thread guide. x x While holding the thread near the spool, draw the end of the thread down around the check spring holder.
• Drawing up bobbin thread z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. z x x Rotate the handwheel counterclockwise, toward you, for one complete turn. Bring the bobbin thread up by pulling the needle thread up. c c Pull both threads 4˝ to 6˝ (10.0 to 15.0 cm) under and behind the presser foot.
Balancing Needle Thread Tension t z z Correct tension The thread tension is adjusted depending on the sewing materials, layers of fabric and sewing method. The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric as illustrated. For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric.
Stitch Pattern Selector q Raise the needle above the fabric. Turn the dial to select the desired pattern. q Setting mark w Stitch selector w 3 dial model NOTE: To avoid needle or fabric damage, make sure the needle is up and out of the fabric while selecting a stitch. 2 dial model Stitch Chart Panel q Press down the mark on the stitch chart panel to open it.
Adjusting Stretch Stitch q Set the stitch length control at "S.S." to sew the stretch stitch pattern sewing. If the stretch stitch pattern is uneven, turn the stitch length dial in the direction of "–" to compress it, or "+" to expand it. S.S. Stitch Width Dial (3 dial model only) q Turn the stitch width dial to set the desired stitch width at the setting mark. The higher the number, the wider the stitch width.
q w SECTION 3. BASIC SEWING e Straight Stitch 5 q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 4 r t 3 1 or 2 Zigzag foot 2 to 6 1.5 to 4 0 or 5 NOTE: Stitch width is applicable to 3 dial model only. • Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate (5/8˝ [1.6 cm] is most common). Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. Lower the presser foot and pull the threads toward the back.
Variable Needle Position (3 dial model only) When the straight stitch (pattern 1) is selected, you can move the needle between center and left needle position by turning the stitch width dial. Seam Guide Lines The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance between the center needle position q and the guideline w. q The numbers in back are fractions of an inch. The lines are 1/8˝ (0.3 cm) apart, and are engraved at 3/8˝, 4/8˝, 5/8˝ and 6/8˝. The numbers in front are millimeters.
q w Basic Zigzag e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 5 4 r t 3 3 Zigzag foot 2 to 5 0.5 to 4 1 or 5 The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and versatile stitches. It can be a utility stitch for button sewing, buttonhole making, hemming, overcasting, mending and darning. It can also be used to decorate with trims, appliques and cut work, or as a decorative stitch.
q w Straight Stretch Stitch e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 5 4 r t 3 1 or 2 Zigzag foot 2 to 6 S.S. 0 or 5 The pattern is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip easily. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams. Also use it when constructing items such as backpacks for extra strength. Carefully guide the fabric while sewing as the fabric moves back and forth.
q w Knit Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 5 w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 4 r t 3 6 (3 dial model) 7 (2 dial model) Zigzag foot 1 to 4 S.S. 5 This knit stitch is ideal for sewing swimwear and stretch velour because it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.6 cm) seam. Trim the seam allowance after sewing.
q w Buttonhole e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 5 4 r t 3 4 2 4 2 (BH) Sliding buttonhole foot 1 to 5 1 3 5 z Carefully mark buttonhole length on fabric. Place the fabric under the foot with the buttonhole marking running toward you. x Move the slider (A) toward you so that the top mark (C) on the slider meets the start mark (B). Line up the markings on the foot with the top mark on the fabric.
q w Corded Buttonhole e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 5 4 r t 3 4 2 4 2 (BH) Sliding buttonhole foot 1 to 5 1 3 5 z With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the cord on the cord spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. q Spur x Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot until they clear the front end. c Hook the filler cord into the forks on the front of the foot to hold them tight.
q w Zipper Application e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: 5 4 r t 3 1 Zipper foot 3 to 6 1.5 to 4 5 Pin or baste zipper tape to fabric and place it under the foot. Smooth the threads toward the back and lower the foot. To sew the left side of the zipper, guide the zipper teeth along the edge of the foot and stitch through the garment and zipper tape. Turn the fabric and sew the other side of the zipper in the same way as you did the left side.
q r w Pin Tucking e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t 1 Blind hem foot 3 to 6 2 0 or 5 Fold the fabric wrong sides together and lower the needle into the fabric 1/16˝ (0.1 to 0.2 cm) inside the folded edge. Lower the foot and turn the screw to align the guide on the foot with the folded edge. Sew slowly while guiding the folded edge along the guide. Open the fabric and iron press the tucks.
q r w t Free Hand Mending and Embroidery e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: y Darning plate y 1 or 3 None 2 to 6 Any Adjust as necessary • Mending Place the darning plate. Remove the foot holder and presser foot. Center the hole in the fabric on an embroidery hoop, as shown. Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow speed. Move the fabric back and forth slowly until the darning area is covered.
q w r Blind Hem Stitch e q Stitch pattern: Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t w [A] q z Fold up the hem and fold it back to from a 1/4˝ (0.4 to 0.7cm) allowance as illustrated. q Wrong side of the fabric w 1/4˝ (0.4 to 0.7 cm) [A]Fold hem under the fabric for lightweight fabrics. [B]On heavy weight fabrics tend to ravel, the raw edge should be overcast first.
q w SECTION 4. DECORATIVE STITCHES e Shell Tuck r q Stitch pattern: Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t 6 (3 dial model) 7 (2 dial model) Zigzag foot 6 to 8 2 to 3 5 Use a lightweight fabric, such as tricot. Fold the fabric and stitch on the bias q. You may need to increase the needle thread tension slightly. Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric. If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows at least 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) apart.
q r w Smocking e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t 1 and 4 Zigzag foot 1 to 4 S.S. 5 Choose a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham or challis. Cut the fabric three times wider than the project width. Increase the stitch length to “4” and loosen thread tension to “1”. Sew rows of straight stitches 3/8˝ (1 cm) apart across the area to be smocked. q 3/8˝ (1 cm) q Knot the threads along one end.
q w r Applique e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t 3 Zigzag foot 1 to 4 0.5 to 1 3 to 5 Baste applique pieces on the fabric, or fuse the applique pieces with an iron-on fabric joiner. Stitch around the applique, making sure the needle falls along the raw edge. q r w Box Stitch (3 dial model only) e q Stitch pattern: w Presser foot: e Thread tension: r Stitch length: t Stitch width*: t 7 Zigzag foot 1 to 4 0.
q w Decorative Stitch Patterns e q Stitch pattern: 8 to 12 (3 dial model) Stitch pattern: 8 to 10 (2 dial model) w Presser foot: Zigzag foot e Thread tension: 1 to 4 r Stitch length: 0.5 to 1 t Stitch width*: 5 5 4 r t 3 For a delicate appearance on fabric such as chiffon, use a single layer with a tear-away backing, if necessary.
SECTION 5. CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Bobbin Case and the Shuttle Race CAUTION: w Turn off the power switch and unplug the machine before dismantling the sewing machine. • To dismantle shuttle race unit: Raise the needle to its highest position and open the shuttle cover. Open the hinged latch of bobbin case and take it out of the machine. Open the shuttle race ring holders and remove the shuttle race ring. Remove the shuttle. * Clean the shuttle race with a brush and a soft dry cloth.
Sewing Light The sewing light is located behind the face plate. To change the bulb, take the face plate off the sewing machine by removing the cap and the setscrew. Unplug the power supply before changing the bulb. Do not dismantle the machine other than explained in this manual. To remove .... Push and twist to the left. To replace .... Push and twist to the right. WARNING The bulb may be HOT. Protect your fingers when handling it.
Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. breaks. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set properly under the presser foot at the beginning of sewing. 6. The threads are not drawn to the rear after previous sewing. 7. The thread is too heavy, or too fine for the needle.
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