Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 885-E33/E34 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children. • The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of suffocation. • Do not use outdoors. 8 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations.
CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............. 1 BASIC STITCHING........................................... 30 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE............................................ 4 BLIND HEM STITCHING.................................. 31 BUTTONHOLE SEWING.................................. 33 ACCESSORIES.................................................... 4 ZIPPER INSERTION.......................................... 36 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE..................................
1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Note (For U.S.A. only) • Foot controller: Model T • This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-E33/E34. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. • The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Optional accessories The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately. Depending on the model you purchased, the following accessory may be included. 1. 2. 4. 5. For models equipped with an open type flat bed attachment Open the compartment as illustrated below. 1 3. 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment Note • Store the accessories in the compartment when they are not used. No.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in this operation manual may differ from the actual machine. The main parts D E F G H I J Foot controller (page 9) Foot controller jack/socket (page 9) Feed dog position lever (page 36 and 41) Presser foot lever (page 16) Thread guide (page 11 and 17) Thread guide cover (page 17) Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation buttons The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. 1 LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. The display location of the presser foot type (2) differs depending on the model. This manual uses the illustrations of type A LCD.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■■Storing the spool cap The included spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it to the spool pin as illustrated below. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ■■Storing the spool pin When placing the cover on the sewing machine or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position. Press until it clicks.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply 1 Insert the plug into a wall outlet. 1 2 CAUTION 2 1 Main power switch 2 Jack/socket connector • When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Depress the foot controller to start sewing, and adjust the sewing speed by changing the pressing force. Set the main power switch to “I”.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Changing the needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. 1 2 Turn off the sewing machine. Holding the “–” side of on the sewing machine. (1) pressed, turn Cancelling the operation beep When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time a key is pressed.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION • Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. SA156 is Class 15 type bobbin. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model 1 CAUTION • If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may be damaged. • Three spool cap sizes are available.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Note • When using the foot controller to operate the sewing machine, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. • When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button is disabled (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). 3 Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pre-tension disk. 4 1 1 1 cm (3/8 inch) 5 4 Hook 5 Pre-tension disk 6 Pull it in as far as possible.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo • When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. • The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 4 1 1 Slit (with built-in cutter) CAUTION XX The thread is cut to a suitable length. • Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 10 (For models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller back to its original position. 3 Slide the button and open the cover. 1 2 Memo • When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. • The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■■For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin Memo • The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by marks on the needle plate cover. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. 1 1 Slit 2 Cutter (Cut the thread with the cutter.) 1 2 3 Note • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 26).
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION • When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. • Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower. • Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. For details on the correct combination of needles and threads, refer to “Needle types and their uses” (page 19). 1 2 Turn on the sewing machine.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Memo Pass the thread as illustrated below. • If the needle is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot be threaded. Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before threading the thread take-up lever. 9 Put the thread behind the needle bar thread guide. 1 Thread guide 1 1 Needle bar thread guide 10 Turn off the sewing machine. 7 2 Thread guide cover Feed the upper thread as illustrated below.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■■Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) 5 Release the needle threader lever. Then pull the loop of the thread. CAUTION • The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. However, the needle threader cannot be used with a 65/9 home sewing machine needle. When using special thread such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, the needle threader cannot be used.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles. or 1 Turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up. 3 2 Press the Needle position button (for the models equipped with this button). Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo • The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread; and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. Replacing the needle 1 Raise the needle in the following way. ■■Ball point needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. Use the ball point needle for best results when sewing patterns using monogramming foot “N”.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. 5 With the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. CAUTION • Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. • Do not sew with bent needles.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 7 Thread the upper thread for the right needle in the same way as the left needle. Without passing the thread through the needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. XX Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other. Note • When using the twin needle, the stitches may become bunched together, depending on the types of thread and fabric that are used.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 2 If the sewing machine has been turned on, turn it off. CAUTION • Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 3 4 Raise the presser foot lever. Press the black button to release the presser foot. 7 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the presser foot is securely attached.
2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION • While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break. • Never use bent needles.
SEWING BASICS Adjusting the stitch length and width ■■[Example] Selecting stitch . 1 2 Starting to sew 1 Raise the needle in the following way. Press (stitch selection keys) to select stitch 04. or 1 Turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up. Press the “+” or “–” side of (stitch length adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch length. 2 2 Press the Needle position button (for the models equipped with this button). Raise the presser foot lever.
SEWING BASICS ■■Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse stitching, pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other. 7 1 Sewing speed controller Start sewing in the following way. 1 Reverse stitching 2 Reinforcement stitching or Memo Press down the foot controler slowly. 8 9 Press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button).
SEWING BASICS USEFUL SEWING TIPS 1 1 2 3 4 5 2 3 5 4 Wrong side Surface Upper thread Lower thread Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tensioncontrol dial to a lower number. 5 4 3 Memo • When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is shown as below. If the thread is not shown as below, the thread is not inserted through the tensionadjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly.
SEWING BASICS 3 Sewing curves Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing direction to sew around the curve. When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. Sewing thick fabrics ■■If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring the presser foot to its highest position.
SEWING BASICS Make sure that the needle passes through the hookand-loop fastener by turning the handwheel and lower the needle into the hook-and-loop fastener before sewing. And then, sew the edge of the hookand-loop fastener at a slow speed. If the needle does not pass through the hook-andloop fastener, replace the needle with the needle for thick fabrics (page 19).
3 UTILITY STITCHES OVERCASTING STITCHES 3 You can use the overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. Zigzag stitch J 04 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 G 06 G 07 J 08 J 09 Overcasting stitch 4 5 Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever.
UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries (start/ may occur if the foot controller or stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Basic stitching 1 2 3 4 5 6 BLIND HEM STITCHING You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No.
UTILITY STITCHES 3 Use a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then baste it. 6 5 3 1 2 Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric Edge of fabric Desired edge of hem 4 5 5 mm (3/16 inch) 6 Basting 1 2 3 4 2 1 1 Arm 10 Position the fabric with the edge of the folded hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever.
UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. A 37 A 38 A 39 A 40 A 41 J 46 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Buttonhole stitch ■■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold If the needle does not catch the hem fold, adjust the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold by pressing the “-” side of the stitch width adjustment key.
UTILITY STITCHES 1 Use chalk to mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric. 2 4 5 1 Select a stitch. Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 1 Marks on fabric 2 Buttonhole sewing 2 A 3 Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole foot “A”, and then insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole.
UTILITY STITCHES Note ■■Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics • If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch. 8 9 XX Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 1 When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.
UTILITY STITCHES 2 Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the feed dog position lever to the side. 8 Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the button holes. 1 Feed dog position lever CAUTION 3 4 XX The feed dogs are lowered. Attach presser foot “M”. • When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the needle may bend or break.
UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries (start/ may occur if the foot controller or stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. 1 2 3 CAUTION • Turn the handwheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a different stitch, the needle will hit the presser foot and break the needle. You may also be injured. 7 Attach zigzag foot “J”.
UTILITY STITCHES SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 1 Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. Stretch stitch J 03 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 Elastic-attaching stitch J 21 CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries (start/ may occur if the foot controller or stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.
UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. J 15 J 16 J 17 Hand-look quilting J 45 Quilting stippling J 49 Joining stitch CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries (start/ may occur if the foot controller or stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Memo • Make reinforcing straight stitches at the beginning and the end of stitching.
UTILITY STITCHES • For a seam allowance on the left side CAUTION Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 1 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo • To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width. For details, refer to “Changing the needle position” (page 31). • Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to tighten the screw securely. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and cause injury.
UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break. 4 Free-motion quilting Slide the feed dog position lever to . With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the feed dog position lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. The optional quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting.
UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Stitch Name Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. Triple stretch stitch J 02 Bar tack stitch A 42 2 3 4 • A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) can be sewn. Attach buttonhole foot “A”. Select stitch .
UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Name 7 8 Pattern Presser Foot Pattern No. XX Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the needle and the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and cut the thread. Memo • If the fabric does not feed, for example, because it is too thick, increase the stitch length. For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine.
UTILITY STITCHES 4 5 6 Select stitch or . Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). (Refer to page 25.) Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric. Smocking The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. 1 2 3 7 Attach zigzag foot “J”.
UTILITY STITCHES Shell tuck stitching 2 The gathers that look like shells are called “shell tucks”. They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. 1 1 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance 3 Straight stitch 1 Fold the fabric along the bias. 3 3 4 2 3 4 Attach zigzag foot “J”. Select stitch tension. Select stitch , or .
UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION 2 • Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. • After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. 4 Press the stitch category selection key twice and confirm that the character stitch indicator lights up.
UTILITY STITCHES 6 If you would like to only sew this single character, start sewing. If you would like to sew a sequence of characters, see the following procedure. • For details on sewing characters, refer to “Sewing the character stitches” (page 48). ■■Combining characters You can easily sew names, messages, etc. by combining the character stitches. Up to 35 characters can be combined. [Example] Selecting stitches “COME” (No. 03)+(No. 15)+(No. 13)+(No.
UTILITY STITCHES 1 Select the first character of the new combination. XX The last character will be deleted. Memo 2 Press the “+” side of adjustment key). (stitch width • Repeat step 1 to delete more characters. • You can only delete the last character in a combination. Sewing the character stitches All character stitches are sewn with monogramming foot “N”. 3 XX The old combination of characters is cleared from memory, and the pattern No.
UTILITY STITCHES ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches) Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as shown below. 4 5 • The character stitches “034” (No. 31 + No. 34+ No. 35) are used for making adjustments.
4 APPENDIX STITCH SETTINGS Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches and mirror image stitches (for models equipped with mirror image stitches) in the following table. CAUTION • When using the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.
Smocking stitch N 14 Scallop stitching J 15 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching J 16 Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as with tricot J 17 Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching J 18 Smocking stitching and decorative stitching J 19 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching J 20 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching J 21 Attaching elastic to stretch fabrics J 22 Decorative stitching J 23 Decora
37 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics A 38 Bound buttonholes A 39 Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics A 40 Keyhole buttonholes for medium weight and thick fabrics A 41 Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics A 42 Reinforcing openings and areas where the seam easily comes loose J 43 J 44 Hand-look quilting J 45 Zigzag stitch (for quilting) J 46 Appliqué quilting, freemotion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing J 47 Attaching appliqués and binding J 48 Attac
N 58 For decoration, etc. N 59 For decoration, etc. N 60 For decoration, etc. N 61 For decoration, etc. N 62 For decoration, etc. N 63 For decoration, etc. N 64 For decoration, etc. N 65 For decoration, etc. N 66 For decoration, etc. N 67 For decoration, etc. N 68 For decoration, etc. N 69 For decoration, etc. N 70 For decoration, etc. N 71 For decoration, etc. N 72 For decoration, etc. N 73 For decoration, etc. N 74 For decoration, etc.
N 81 For decoration, etc. N 82 For decoration, etc. N 83 For decoration, etc. N 84 For decoration, etc. N 85 For decoration, etc. N 86 For decoration, etc. N 87 For decoration, etc. N 88 For decoration, etc. N 89 For decoration, etc. N 90 For decoration, etc. N 91 For decoration, etc. N 92 For decoration, etc. N 93 For decoration, etc. N 94 For decoration, etc. N 95 For decoration, etc. N 96 For decoration, etc. N 97 For decoration, etc.
APPENDIX Mirror image stitches (for models equipped with mirror image stitches) 00 00 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.0 (1/16–1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) Yes (J) Reinf. J 01 01 01 Overcasting on stretch fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.5–4.0 (1/32–3/16) Yes* (J) Reinf. J 02 02 02 Overcasting on thick or stretch fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.5–4.0 (1/32–3/16) Yes* (J) Reinf.
Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Width Stitch Length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Needle Decorative stitch Pattern No. N 19 19 – For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinf. N 20 – – For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinf. N 21 – – For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) No Reinf. N 22 – – For decoration, etc. 7.
APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Restrictions on oiling In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled by the user. This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. CAUTION • Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or be injured. 2 3 Raise the needle and the presser foot.
APPENDIX 7 Insert the bobbin case so that the mark on the bobbin case aligns with the mark on the machine. 1 Bobbin case 2 mark 3 mark 9 From the front, slide the needle plate cover back into position. 1 Needle plate cover CAUTION • If the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine as shown below, remove the needle plate cover (step 4), and then install it again (steps 8 and 9).
APPENDIX • Looking under the fabric, there is tangled thread in the bobbin case. Upper thread tightened up ■■Symptom • The upper thread appears as a single continuous line. • The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. (Refer to the illustration below.) • The upper thread has tightened up, and comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up, and wrinkles appear in the fabric.
APPENDIX Symptom 1 • When the upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric, turn the dial clockwise. Symptom 3 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 Lower side of fabric Lower thread visible from upper side of fabric Upper thread Upper side of fabric Lower thread Upper thread visible from lower side of fabric ■■Cause/remedy/check details Cause 1 The machine is not correctly threaded. The lower threading is incorrect.
APPENDIX 8 Remove the bobbin case. If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center. 12 Remove any threads in the race and around the feed dogs. 13 Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. 14 Align the two screw holes in the needle 9 1 Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area.
APPENDIX CAUTION 5 • Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. Note • After completing this procedure, continue with the following procedure in “Checking machine operations” to check that the machine is operating correctly. Memo • Since the needle may have been damaged when the fabric was caught in the machine, we recommend replacing it with a new one. 6 7 1 2 Select (middle needle position stitch).
APPENDIX Note • If the needle is not raised, the upper thread cannot be threaded correctly. Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before threading the upper thread. ■■Remedy 1 2 3 Thread the upper thread again correctly by following the procedure below. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Turn off the machine. If the thread is tangled, remove the tangled thread. • Refer to “Cleaning the race” (page 57) and “Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric” (page 59).
APPENDIX List of symptoms ■■Before sewing Symptom Possible cause The needle threader cannot be You have not moved the needle holder used. to its highest position. (For models equipped with the needle threader The needle is incorrectly installed. lever.) The sewing light does not come on. The machine is not turned on.
APPENDIX Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Fabric being sewn Thread is tangled below the needle with the machine plate. cannot be removed. The needle breaks. Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below it, and clean the race. page 60 The spool or spool cap is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the spool or spool cap. page 16 The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 15 The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.
APPENDIX Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched. * There is a notch on the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch. The upper thread breaks. a Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. – Replace the presser foot. The area around the hole in the presser Contact your retailer or the nearest foot is scratched. authorised service center.
APPENDIX Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference Dust has built up in the feed dogs or in Remove the needle plate cover and the race. clean the plate and the race. page 57 You have not threaded the upper thread Correct the upper threading. properly. page 15 There is a highpitched noise while The bobbin case is scratched. sewing. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine.
APPENDIX Symptom Possible cause The stitch is not sewn correctly. How to put it right Reference The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper thread. page 26, 59 The thread is tangled, for example, in the race. Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the race, clean the race. page 57, 59 The stitch adjustment level is incorrect. Adjust the stitch.
APPENDIX INDEX Numerics 3-point zigzag stitch...............................................................38 A accessories.............................................................................. 4 adjusting stitches....................................................................49 appliqués...............................................................................39 B bar tack..................................................................................42 basic stitching...........
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