Umschlag.qxd 01.08.
Umschlag.qxd 01.08.
Before use ... please read these operating instructions carefully Allow plenty of time to thoroughly read this manual. Getting to know your sewing machine will ensure easier use and more successful projects. This machine has been produced for home use only. Styrofoam Protective hood Instruction manual Foot controller Sewing machine with integrated flat bed Cardboard box Styrofoam PLEASE KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AS WELL AS THE PACKAGING.
Important safety instructions Please keep this manual for future reference, or to pass on to a new owner should the sewing machine change ownership. ! Please read carefully before use ! ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Please check whether the local voltage of the AC outlet corresponds with the specifications (see below). Make sure to connect the machine only to a grounded outlet. The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. To unplug, always grasp the power plug, not the cord.
Table of contents Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................2 Description of the sewing machine ......................................................................................................4 Accessories...........................................................................................................................................
Description of the sewing machine 2 4 3 22 21 30 29 28 20 11 27 10 23 5 9 7 19 6 24 8 1 17 12 18 16 15 13 25 26 14 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Foot controller Thread take-up Program selection Fold away carrying handle Reverse sewing lever Main switch (motor and light) Bobbin case cover Flat bed with accessory box Throat plate 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
Accessories included in the flat bed accessory box (number 8, previous page) 1 2 1. 2. Zigzag foot (attached to the machine) Hemmer foot 3 4 3. 4. Buttonhole foot Zipper foot 5 6 5. 6. Button foot Straightedge 8 7. 8. Quilting guide Darning plate 9 10 9. Replacement bobbins (3 pieces) 10. Finger guard (attached) 11 12 11. Felts for bobbins (2 pieces) 12. Needle assortment (N° 75 and N° 90) 16 13. 14. 15. 16.
Attention! Before leaving the machine, changing any parts or doing any other work at the machine, always switch off or unplug the machine from the AC outlet. Do not put anything on the foot controller, since the machine could be started inadvertently or the foot controller or the motor could possibly burn out. Power switch Power switch Off B On A Please check before connecting the sewing machine that the voltage and hertz values indicated (230V - 50Hz) correspond with your local voltage.
Accessory box The accessory box is integrated in the flat bed. By opening the cover - as shown in the picture you will get access to the accessories. Changing the sewing lamp Attention! For this step, the machine must be switched off and unplugged. 1 1. The sewing light is switched on or off by means of the power switch (6). 2 2. To open the front cover, loosen small screw with the screwdriver supplied, as shown. Now you can swing the front cover to the left. 3 3. Only replace with a 15 watt bulb.
Changing the needle Attention! For this step, the machine must be switched off and unplugged. Turn the balance wheel (28) toward you until the needle moves up to its highest position. 1. Loosen the needle bar screw (12) by turning it toward you. Remove the needle from the needle holder (17) 1 Needle bar screw 2 2. Insert the new needle with its flat side toward the back. Push the needle up into the clamp as far as it will go. 3. Tighten the needle bar screw.
Removing and inserting the presser foot Attention! For this step, the machine must be switched off and unplugged. Removing Turn the balance wheel (28) toward you until the needle moves up to its highest position. 1. Raise the presser foot by lifting the presser foot lever (23). 1 Presser foot lever Presser foot release lever 2. Lift the presser foot release lever (18) behind the presser foot holder. The presser foot will drop down. 2 Inserting 1 Groove Pin 2 1.
Removing and inserting the presser foot holder You should not remove the presser foot holder (16), unless you want to darn or to get some room for cleaning the feed dog (26). Presser foot holder screw Removing Presser foot shank Presser foot holder 1. Turn the balance wheel (28) toward you, move up the needle to its highest position. 2. Lift the presser foot lever (23). 3. Remove the foot from the presser foot holder (16). 4. Loosen the presser foot holder screw (15) with the screwdriver. Inserting 1.
Regulating the presser foot pressure 1. The adjustment lever for the presser foot pressure is inside of the front cover (11). For opening the front cover, see page 7. 1 Adjust the lever to the requested position: 2 2. when sewing light or medium material, set the lever to 1 or 2; 1 3 3. when sewing thick or heavy material, set the lever to 2 or 3. This means: For sewing thick fabrics or fabrics of several layers, a higher foot pressure is required.
Removing the bobbin case and the bobbin Attention! For this step, the machine must be switched off and unplugged. 1 1. Raise the presser foot (14) and turn the balance wheel (28) toward you until the needle moves up to its highest position. 2 2. Remove the flat bed (see page 6). Open the bobbin case cover (7), as shown. Bobbin case cover 3 3. Open the latch of the bobbin case and take the bobbin case out of the machine.
Threading the bobbin case Bobbin case Bobbin Hold the bobbin between the thumb and forefinger of your right hand and pull out approx. 15 cm of thread. 1. Keep the bobbin case in your left hand, and place the bobbin into the bobbin case. 1 Slot 2. Draw the end of the thread into the slot at the edge of the bobbin case. 2 Tension spring Notch 3 3. Now you draw the thread all the way through under the tension spring until it reaches the notch. Make sure to pull out approx.
Winding the bobbin Bobbin / bobbin spindle Spool holder Bobbin-winding thread guide o 1 1 1. To prevent the needle from moving during winding, pull the balance wheel (28) to the side, as shown. Take the spool and put it onto the spool holder (31) - as shown above - after having pulled out the spool holder. 14 2 2. Draw the thread from the spool holder through the bobbin-winding thread guide (21) as shown. 3 3.
4 4. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin spindle (30) so that the end of the thread is on top of the bobbin. Push the bobbin spindle to the right towards the bobbin winder pulley (29) until it clicks. Hold the end of the thread and activate the foot controller. As soon as a bit has been wound upon the bobbin, release the end of the thread. Keep winding until the bobbin spindle is automatically stopped. 5 5. Push the bobbin spindle to the left and take off the bobbin. Cut off the thread. 6 6.
Threading of the upper thread Please take special care in reading this page! Please note that thread may break, stitches may be skipped and fabric may be puckered, when these steps are not followed in the right order. Upper thread guide Tension disks Before threading, raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel (28) and by lifting the presser foot lever (23).
3 A 3. Put the thread under the front thread guide (10), and pull the end of the thread upward. The inner small wire spring (A) will automatically be lifted, as shown. B 4 4. Lead the thread from right to left through the hook of the thread take-up (2). 5 5. The thread will then be led through the internal thread guide (B, figure 3) and finally through the thread guide of the needle bar thread guide (13). Pull out approx. 10 cm of thread from the front to the back through the eye of the needle.
Drawing up the under thread 1 1. Lift the presser foot (14). 2 2. Turn the balance wheel (28) toward you with your right hand until the needle moves down and up again. Stop the balance wheel, as soon as the needle is raised to its highest position. Hold the end of the upper thread with your left hand. Draw the upper thread slightly upward so that the under thread forms a loop. Upper thread Under thread 3 3. Pull out approx. 10 cm of both threads under the presser foot and lay them back.
Adjustment of the thread tensions: If the thread is torn while sewing, the thread tension is too tight. If small loops are formed while sewing, the thread tension is too loose. In both cases the thread tension has to be adjusted. The upper thread tension and the under thread tension must be in proper relation. Regulating the under thread tension The bobbin thread tension is just right, if you can easily draw the thread just with a bit of resistance out of the bobbin.
Regulating the upper thread tension ............................................................................................. 1 1. The tension is created by the disks through which the thread is led. The pressure on these disks is regulated by the upper thread tension dial (20). The higher the number, the tighter the tension. Note: For normal operation the upper thread tension dial should be set to 3. NOTE: The tension is only activated by lowering the presser foot. 2 2.
Checking the upper and under thread tensions ............................................................................ 1 1. Proper seam The upper and under thread tension is properly set, when it is just so tight that the threads are intertwined in the center of the thickness of the material. The fabric remains smooth and does not pucker. 2 2. Improper seam Upper thread is too tight and pulls up the under thread. The under thread appears on the upper surface of the material.
Stitch length dial With the stitch length dial (19) you can select the length of the chosen stitch pattern. o 1 Turn the stitch length dial so that the number of the requested stitch length is set on the mark. The lower the number, the shorter the stitch. Program selection dial With this sewing machine, you can choose between different common and decorative stitches. With the program selection dial (3) you can simply dial the requested stitch pattern.
Reverse sewing Reverse sewing is used at the beginning and end of a seam for reinforcement. - Press the reverse sewing lever (5) down and keep it pressed. o - Activate the foot controller - the more you press the foot controller, the faster the machine runs. 1 - If you want to return again to sewing forward, release the reverse sewing lever.
Table of fabrics, threads and needles Fabric Thread Needle Presser foot pressure Upper thread tension A d j u s t m e n t Upper thread lever tension dial (20) Fine fabrics Medium fabrics nylon batiste voile 80 cotton jersey 60 synthetics silk 50 silk wool/silk 50 synthetics silk 75 percale pique linen 60-80 cotton 75 - 90 jersey 60 synthetics 65 75 Heavy fabrics gabardine 50 silk jeans fabric coat fabric 50 cotton 75 -90 jersey 50 synthetics 75 - 90 wool tweed 50 silk 75 -
Program selection Stitches can be set by turning the program selection dial (3). Stitch no.
Table of stitch patterns Straight stitch: used for common sewing purposes and for quilting. Zigzag stitch: used for common sewing purposes, for hemming and for sewing appliqués and stitching monograms. Blind stitch: used for blind hemming. Shell-edging stitch: used for decorative hemming. Elastic stitch: used for repairing and patching, or for elastic fabrics. For sewing on elastics. Feather stitch: used for hemming and finishing of all kinds of materials, also for elastic and fraying materials.
Sewing - general Caution! First test all settings, including the thread tension and stitch type, on a remnant piece of the cloth you intend to sew. Turn on the main switch (6). When changing the stitch types, always move the needle up to its highest position. Push the fabric far enough under the presser foot (14). Pull out upper and under thread approx. 4 inch, and lay them back. Lower the presser foot lever (23).
Setting the stitch type The stitch type is set by means of the program selection (3). Important! When changing the stitch types, the needle must always be raised to its highest position. Straight stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zigzag foot Stitch length dial (19) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 to 4 Used for common sewing purposes and for quilting. Note: When using a twin needle, it has always to be raised in the pivot. Zigzag stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . .
Blind stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 to 3 Used for blind hemming. Use a thread color matching exactly the fabric. Note: In case of heavy and medium fabric types, thread and fabric should have the same color. In case of light fabrics, a transparent nylon thread should be used. 1 1. Fold the fabric over, as shown. 2 2. Sew on the fold, as shown.
Shell-edging stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 3 Used for decorative hemming. Especially suitable for fabrics cut on the bias. Fold the fabric, as shown, and place the presser foot parallel to the folded edge of the fabric. The needle should pierce the edge of the fabric at the right side in such a way that the stitches are intertwined at the outer edge of the hem.
Elastic stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 3 This stitch is especially suitable for stitching worn out material. It can also be used for reinforcing elastic fabrics and for sewing on pieces of fabric. Also suitable for sewing on elastics. 1 1. Sewing all kinds of elastic fabrics A synthetic thread should be used. So the seam will almost be invisible. 2 2.
The stitches marked by ( ) are socalled stretch stitches (this refers to the stitches no. 9, 10, 12, and 13). They are distinguished by a high degree of durability and resistance. Feather stitch ( ) Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This stitch is useful for finishing cutting edges, especially of easily fraying material, with a good looking and durable edge finishing seam.
Honey comb stitch Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The honey comb stitch is both decorative and usable in manifold ways, e.g. for sewing laces or elastic bands or for sewing stretch and other elastic material. As for honey comb stitching, be careful of the following: Prepare the material to be sewed by pre-ruffling it evenly (see notes on page 41).
Triple stretch straight stitch ( ) Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zigzag foot Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This triple stitch makes for an especially sturdy straight stitch seam, e.g. for crotch seams of trousers, sleeve inserts, tickings, etc. which is three times as strong as a normal seam and which is also significantly more stretchable. The seam can be stretched together with the fabric without risking any thread break.
Sewing buttonholes Presser foot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . buttonhole foot Stitch length dial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2 to 0.5 Raise the presser foot (14) and the needle to their highest position. Remove the presser foot and attach the buttonhole foot in its place. NOTE: Instructions for removing and inserting the presser foot can be found on page 9. Mark on the fabric where the buttonhole is to be sewed, as well as the desired length; use a pencil or tailor's chalk.
Sewing buttonholes (continued) 36 1 1. Set the program selection (3) to (18). Then lead the upper thread through the opening of the buttonhole foot and draw both threads, the upper and the under thread, to the left side. Lower the presser foot and proceed to sew slowly until you have reached the desired length, at the end (A). 2 2. Raise the needle to its highest position and set the program selection to (19). Thereafter, you sew a few stitches of the bar on this side (B). 3 3.
Sewing on buttons and eyelets Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .button foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 to 5. Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0 Attaching the darning plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buttons, hooks and eyelets can easily be sewed on by means of the transparent-blue presser foot.
Sewing zippers 1 Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zipper foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 4 Raise the presser foot (14) and the needle to their highest position. Remove the presser foot and attach the zipper foot in its place. Groove Groove 1. Instructions for removing and inserting the presser foot can be found on page 9.
Hemming Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .hemmer foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 4 Raise the presser foot (14) and the needle to their highest position. Remove the presser foot and attach the hemmer foot in its place. NOTE: Instructions for removing and inserting the presser foot, can be found on page 9. 1 3 mm 1.
Darning Presser foot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . without presser foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Attaching the darning plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remove the presser foot holder (16) (see page 10). Thread tensions (see page 19): upper thread looser than usual, under thread as usual. If necessary, place a piece of cloth under the worn out place. 1.
Ruffling Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . .without presser foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 4 3/8’’ Loosen the tension of the upper thread (see page 20) so that the under thread will loosely lie on the back of the fabric and will be entwined by the upper thread. 1 1. Sew one or more rows of stitches. 2 2.
Stitching monograms Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zigzag foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 to 5 Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.2 to 0.5 Draw the monogram you would like to stitch and start stitching it with a zigzag stitch with the desired width. Sewing appliqués Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zigzag foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 to 5 Stitch length dial . . . .
Sewing with a twin needle * Presser foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .zigzag foot Program selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2-3-13 Stitch length dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 to 4 Beautiful two-colored patterns can be produced by using a twin needle and threads of different colors. Spool holder NOTE: Make sure ONLY to use stitch types 1, 2, 3, or 13 when using twin needles.
Sewing with the free arm You can remove the flat bed for free arm sewing. The free arm provides for easier sewing of fabric in tubes. Place sleeves and trouser legs on the free arm, as shown. Some example uses of free arm sewing: - Repairing elbows and knees of garments will be easier. o 1 - Sewing sleeves will be easier. In particular, in case of smaller garments. - Appliqués, embroidery or hemming edges, cuffs or trouser legs. - Sewing elastic waistbands on skirts and trousers.
Maintenance and care of the sewing machine: The sewing machine is a precise mechanical product requiring regular maintenance and care. Attention! Before you start cleaning or maintenance, switch off the machine and disconnect the plug from the mains socket. Note: Use only sewing machine oil. Other oils are not suitable. Cleansing and oiling the bobbin case Removing the shuttle: 1 1. Raise the needle to its highest position, otherwise the shuttle cannot be removed. Take out the bobbin case. 2 2.
4 4. Put a few drops of oil on the shuttle hook, as shown. 5 5. Now assemble the parts again in reverse order. Cleaning the feed dog 1. The feed dog teeth must always be kept clean to guarantee a perfect stitching quality. Remove the needle and the presser foot. Open the screws of the throat plate (9), to remove it from the machine. 1 Throat plate 2 46 2. Use a brush to remove any dust and lint from the feed dog teeth. Insert the throat plate again.
Oiling the machine Attention! For this step, the machine must be switched off and unplugged. NOTE: Your sewing machine has already been oiled and is ready for operation. Oiling the machine behind the front cover Note: This part of the machine should be oiled more often than the upper and under side of the machine.. The places to be oiled are marked by arrows in the figure. Before oiling, these places should be cleaned. Put one or two drops of a good sewing machine oil at these places.
2. Remove the flat bed and open the bobbin case cover (7). 2 B 3 48 Remove the three screws (B) at the top, as shown. 3.
Oiling the upper side of the machine Oil the places marked by arrows, as shown. Oiling the under side of the machine Oil the places marked by arrows, as shown. Assembly of the back housing cover Bring the cover into its original position. Tighten the screws (A) and (B) again.
Troubleshooting In case of any faults or defects, please read this instruction manual to make sure you have followed all instructions. Common problems Cause Remedy page Machine does not easily run The machine must be oiled.................................................................................................................45 Dust and lint are in the shuttle.......................................... ..................................................................
Gathering or puckering of the seam The upper thread tension is too tight..................................................................................................20 The machine has not been properly threaded ....................................................................................16 The presser foot pressure is too high (when sewing fine fabrics, place a sheet of paper under them) .......11 The needle is too thick for the fabric.............................................................
