5SER S 'UIDE KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING
This houshold sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: • A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Table of Contents Learn your Scandinavia 400 4-14 Overview 4 Unpacking 5 Packing away after sewing 5 Connecting the foot control 6 Connecting to the power supply 6 Accessories 7 Spool pin 8 Threading the upper thread 9 Threading for twin needle 10 Bobbin winding 11 Threading lower thread 12 Thread tension 12 Lowering the feed teeth 13 Changing the presser foot 14 Presser foot pressure 14 Presser foot lever 14 Changing the needle 14 Functions and Infodisplay 15-24 Infodisplay 16 Stitch selection 19 Functions
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Overview 21 1 22 2 23 3 24 4 17 25 18 19 20 16 26 5 6 15 27 7 14 28 8 13 29 9 30 10 11 1. Lid 2. Thread take-up lever 3. Presser foot pressure dial 4. Thread guide 5. Buttonhole sensor socket 6. Light 7. Needle bar 8. Presser foot 9. Free arm 10. Bobbin cover 11. Base plate 12. Drop feed dial 13. Needle plate 14. Presser bar and presser foot ankle 15. Needle clamp screw 16. Thread tension discs 17. Thread tension indicator 18.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Embroidery Unit 35 36 35. Embroidery arm 36. Embroidery Hoop attachment 37. Embroidery unit socket 38. Release button 38 37 Unpacking 1. Place the machine on the table or cabinet, remove the packaging. 2. Remove the side parts of the packing material and the foot control. 3. The machine is delivered with a soft plastic cover, an accessory bag, a main cord and a foot control cord.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Connecting the foot control Among the accessories you will Ànd the foot control cord and the main cord. 1. Place the foot control on its narrow side. Fit the plug into the socket inside the foot control compartment. 2. Push it Àrmly to make sure it is properly connected. This operation is only necessary the very Àrst time you are going to use the machine. 3. To correctly turn away the cord, place it into the slot, see picture.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Accessories 1. You will Ànd a number of accessories included with your sewing machine. Learn to use them on the following pages of this User's Guide. 1.Embroidery accessories (see page 26) 2. Needles 3. Bobbins 4. Pictogram Pen 5. Brush 6. Stitch plate opener (to be attached to the brush) 7. Light bulb remover 8. Clearance plate 9. Screwdriver 10. Vertical spool pin 11. Presser foot ankle 12. Seam ripper 13. Thread net 14. Presser foot A 15. Presser foot B 16.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Spool pin The machine has spool pins suitable for all types of thread. The main spool pin (a) is horizontal - the thread reels off the stationary spool. Place the spool so that the thread reels counterclockwise. a b d c There are two spool holders on the spool pin. With narrow thread spools, the small holder (b) is placed in front of the thread. If you use large thread spools, the large holder (c) is placed in front of the thread.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Threading the upper thread ! Turn off the main switch. Make sure the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position. 1. Pull the spool pin out. Place the thread on the spool pin and the spool holder on the spool pin as described. Push the spool pin back 7 in. 2. Bring the thread in the direction of the arrow under the thread guide (a) and over the thread guide (b). 3. Bring the thread down between the thread tension discs. 4.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Threading for twin needle ! Turn off the main switch. Make sure the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position 1. Insert a twin needle (optional accessory). 2. Wind a bobbin with the thread you are going to use as the second upper thread. 3. Thread the machine as described and check to ensure that the thread lies between the inner thread tension discs, outside the lowest thread guide. Thread left needle. 4. Attach the extra spool pin onto the machine.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Bobbin winding from the needle Make sure that the presser foot is up and the needle is in the highest position. Note! Do not use a plastic presser foot when bobbin winding. 1. Place your empty bobbin with the small mark outwards on the bobbin spindle on the front of the machine. 2. Pull the thread from the needle under the presser foot and to the right over the thread guide (c). 3. Start from above and wind a few turns of thread around the bobbin.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Threading lower thread ! Turn off the main switch. 1 1. Open the cover by slightly pulling it towards you and take it away. 2. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case with the mark facing upward and the thread to the left of the bobbin. The bobbin will then rotate counter clockwise when pulling the thread. 3. Hold the bobbin and pull the thread to the right passing (a). 3 4. Hold the thread tight and pull it to the left so that the thread falls correctly into the tension spring.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Correct and incorrect thread tension To understand the correct thread tension, sew a few sample stitches at different settings. Adjust tension only with the function buttons (see page 18). Do not turn dial. 1. Begin with a tension that is too loose, i.e. set at "1". The lower thread will lie straight and the upper thread will be drawn down on the underside. 2. If you set the tension at the highest number, the opposite will occur, and the seam may pucker. 3.
Learn your Scandinavia 400 Changing the presser foot ! Turn off the main switch. 1. Make sure that the needle is in the highest position. Pull the presser foot down and towards you. 2. Line up the cross pin on the foot between the spring and the presser foot ankle. Press back until the foot snaps into place. 1 2 Presser foot pressure (a) The presser foot pressure is adjusted with the dial on the front of the machine. Normal setting is 4. The higher the number the more pressure on the fabric.
FUNCTIONS AND INFODISPLAY
Functions and InfoDisplay Functions and Infodisplay Needle stop This button sets whether the needle stops up or down in the material when you lift your foot from the foot control and stop sewing. Point the arrow upwards - the needle will stop in the up position. When you touch the button so that the arrow points downward, the machine will stop with the needle in the material. You can also regulate the needle stop position with the foot control.
Functions and InfoDisplay Stitch length Stitch width When you select a stitch, the machine will automatically set the best stitch length which will be indicated by numbers on the Infodisplay. You can change the stitch length by pressing either the (+) or (-) button. Certain stitches have a limited stitch length. Not active in REP position. When sewing embroideries the length can be set between 2 and 6 to change size of embroidery.
Functions and InfoDisplay Functions and Infodisplay Memory - position Memory - number These buttons are used to advance or return within a memory, when entering or checking stitches. See page 20. The machine has 4 different program memories. Each memory will hold up to 55 stitches or letters. The button is used to advance to the memory required in PROG or REP. The number is shown on the display to the upper right. See page 20. Not used when sewing embroideries.
Functions and InfoDisplay Stitch selection When you turn on the machine without having the embroidery unit connected, it always selects straight stitch and the number 1 as well as is displayed. The machine has one menu of stitches shown on the selection buttons with white symbols and two menus of letters shown in black symbols. With the MENU button you select which menu you wish to sew. The selected menu will be displayed, for stitches, or for letters.
Functions and InfoDisplay Functions / Embroidery Positioning These buttons allow you to move the embroidery in four directions. Rotation Touch this button once and your embroidery will rotate a quarter of a turn. Stitch advance These buttons allow you to step stitch by stitch forward (+) or backward (-) within your embroidery. Color advance Many of the embroideries have color changes. These buttons allow you to step forward (+) or backward (-) to the beginning of each thread color change.
Functions and InfoDisplay Programming Touch FUNC so that PROG is shown on the display. If you already have a program in the memory this will now be shown. 1. Touch CLR to empty the memory. See page 24. 2. Touch MENU to select the desired menu for your new program (stitch, or your choice of lettering style). In this way you can combine different stitches according to your own taste and you can go backwards to see what you have imagination. With the button programmed.
Functions and InfoDisplay Programming stitches from different menus Example: Select PROG function. Select the stitch menu. , touch . Select a stitch Touch MENU to change menu to block letters. . Select a letter , touch , touch . Select another letter Touch MENU to change to stitch menu. , touch . Select a stitch Touch STOP. Touch REP to sew. Programming with stitch changes In PROG position you can change stitch length and width or mirror stitches. Certain stitches, however, have a limited stitch length.
Functions and InfoDisplay Mirror images Mirror image side to side . In NORM and PROG only the stitch selected is mirrored. The entire program is mirrored in REP. You can also mirror the width when you wish to change the straight stitch needle position, e.g. from left to right. When mirror image side to side is selected the symbol will be shown on the Infodisplay. Mirror image end to end . In NORM and PROG only the stitch selected is mirrored. The entire program is mirrored in REP.
Functions and InfoDisplay Look through the program If you have programmed several of the memories you can press FUNC for PROG or REP. Use the M button to select the following memory and then advance with the buttons . The memory last used will appear on the display when you select PROG or REP. CLR - Deleting stitches If you wish to delete a certain stitch within the program: 1. In the PROG position, use one of until the actual the buttons stitch number is displayed. 2. Touch CLR.
EMBROIDERY
Embroidery Embroidery Accessories The Embroidery accessory bag contains embroidery hoop, embroidery booklet, embroidery template, template pencil, embroidery card, a pair of scissors, thread and a test kit. Removing the Embroidery unit Touch CLR to move embroidery arm to park position. ! Turn off the main switch. Make sure the machine is turned off while removing the embroidery unit. Press the release button (A) at the center of the left side on the underside of the unit and slide it off.
Embroidery Removing the Embroidery Foot U ! 3. Turn off the main switch. 1. Raise the presser foot lever. 2. Unscrew the presser foot. 3. Remove the presser foot U from behind out of the presser bar by pushing the presser foot downward. 4. Insert the presser foot ankle, screw and tighten. Snap on the desired presser foot (see page 14). 2. Attach the Embroidery Foot U ! Turn off the main switch. Raise the presser foot lever and remove the presser foot.
Embroidery Embroidery presser foot U Embroidery: The lever on the arm of the presser foot should be downward (A). The mark U on the lever corresponds to the symbol on the display. Quilting or embroidering thick fabrics: Turn the lever upward (B) to allow more clearance between the foot and the fabric. Thread Thread the needle with 40 wt rayon embroidery thread. When reducing the size of the embroidery we recommend a Àner thread, 60 wt. When enlarging, we recommend a thicker thread, 30 wt.
Embroidery Get started 1. Insert the embroidery card (Scandinavia Sampler) into the slot on the right side of the machine. To remove the card, pull it straight out. 2. Turn the machine on. If the presser foot is in lower position is Áashing on the symbol the Infodisplay. When raising the presser foot, the machine calibrates. If the needle is in its down position it will automatically go to up position. The embroidery unit will take the ready position. 3. When you have Ànished your embroidery, touch CLR.
Embroidery Embroidery hoop 1. Loosen the screw on the outer hoop, place the outer hoop so that the screw is down to the right. 2. At the front edge of the hoop there is an arrow. 3. A corresponding arrow is located on the inner hoop as well as center marks in the two directions. You should take notice of the back marks. Trace design on template with pencil. 4. Place the embroidery template on your fabric. Use the Pictogram™ pen to mark within the grooves and in the center. 5.
Embroidery Using the Embroidery template When you wish to sew the embroidery at a speciÀc place on your fabric or garment, you can take advantage of the embroidery template to mark where the embroidery is to be sewn. In the Embroidery Booklet you will Ànd all the embroideries pictured in actual size. 1. Place the template with the arrow pointing downward and matching the other marks. Draw the outer lines of your selected embroidery on the template using the template pencil.
Embroidery Sewing embroideries 1. Snap on embroidery presser foot U, see page 27. 2. Place the enclosed net over the thread spool. Thread the machine with embroidery thread as upper thread. In this case you need not place thread under the presser foot. Use a Àne thread as bobbin thread. 3. Thread the bobbin thread according to "Threading" on page 12 and check to be sure the thread lies under the tension springs. Cut the thread in the thread cutter. Hint: Slide bobbin cover on, then cut thread.
Embroidery 8. The machine stops automatically when it is time to change thread color. The Infodisplay indicates which thread color change you have reached by a Áashing number .A next to the thread spool Áashing number indicates the Àrst stitch of the ”new” thread color. The number stops Áashing when you begin to sew. 9. Once thread is changed, start sewing again. The machine stops for cutting the thread tail and at the next thread color change etc., until the embroidery is completed.
Embroidery Function buttons - embroidery The check size button allows you to step from one corner to another within your embroidery, so that you will know the size of the embroidery and where on your fabric it will be placed. All embroideries begin from the center. The sewing space within the embroidery hoop is 100 mm x 100 mm (approx. 4" x 4"). These positioning buttons allow you to move the embroidery in four directions.
Embroidery Mirror image embroideries You can mirror image the embroidery side to side . The symbol is shown on the display. Read more about Mirror image on page 23. Enlarging and reducing embroideries You can make the embroidery motifs larger and smaller with the stitch length and stitch width buttons between 2 and 6 maximum. The size changes are individually limited for each embroidery motif.
Embroidery Color information / Language setting Color information The suggested thread color for each part of the embroidery can be checked by . Two letters (or numbers) representing the pressing one of the buttons color will replace the stitch number on the display for a few seconds. A - or a + above the letters indicates light or dark shade of the color. When delivered, the machine is normally set at language code 0.
SEWING
Sewing Stitch table 1 Straight stitch 7 Overlock For all kind of sewing in woven fabrics, 25 different needle positions Seam and overcast in one step along the edge or trim later For medium and heavy stretch fabrics. 2 Reinforced straight stitch For seams which are subject to considerable strain, i.e. to reinforce and topstitch sportswear and working clothes.
Sewing 13 Overlock stitch 22-26 Decorative stitches Seam and overcast in one step along the edge or trim later. For medium stretch fabrics. For decorating clothes, tablecloths and curtains 14 Flatlock Programmable satin elements which can be mirrored and combined with each other, creating beautiful satin embroideries Decorative hems and overlapped seams, belts and bands. 15 Elastic blind hem Invisible hems in stretch medium and heavy fabrics.
Sewing Straight stitch Straight stitching is used to join fabric which does not stretch and for seams which will not be subjected to great strain. When you select straight stitch the machine will automatically set the average stitch length. You can adjust sitch lenght for your project. Example: Increase the stitch length when basting and when topstitching. Gathering with straight stitch Use a slightly longer stitch than normal straight stitch, 3.5-5.0. Always sew two gathering threads next to each other.
Sewing 25 Needle Positions When topstitching using straight stitch and reinforced straight stitch, the needle position can be adjusted in steps. Use the stitch width button (+), 0 is the center position, width 6 is left needle position, width 6 mirror imaged is right needle position. To return to center position, use the stitch width button (-) and step back to 0. Adjust the width between 0-6 for additional positions. To edge stitch, set the needle to the left or the right position.
Sewing Sewing zippers The zipper foot E can be snapped on either to the right or to the left of the needle, making it easy to sew both sides of the zipper. Lapped zipper 1. Sew the seam to the bottom of the zipper placket. Baste the rest of the seam. Leave about 2 cm open at the top. Press seam open. Set the needle to the right position. 2. Place presser foot E to the left of the needle. From the wrong side fold the fabric to one side so both seam allowances are free.
Sewing Reinforced straight stitch The reinforced straight stitch is stronger than ordinary straight stitch, due to the fact that it is a triple and elastic stitch. The reinforced straight stitch can be used for heavy stretch fabrics, for crotch seams which are subject to considerable strain and for topstitching in heavy fabrics. Stretch stitch The stretch stitch makes a pliable, stretchy seam that is suitable for sewing together pieces of light stretch fabric.
Sewing Lace edging 1. Place wrong side of lace to right side of fabric matching edges. Sew along inner edge of lace with stitch length 1.5, stitch zigzag, width 1.5. 1 2. Press seam allowance towards fabric. Sew with satin stitch , stitch width 2.0, on the right side over the zigzag seam. 3. Cut off the seam allowance up to the stitching on the wrong side.
Sewing Three-step zigzag Overcasting Three-step zigzag is suitable for overcasting most fabrics. Trim the edges of the fabric before overcasting. Make sure that the needle sews over the edge of the fabric. (see picture). Snap on presser foot J so the stitch sews over the pin on the foot. This keeps the fabric edge Áat. Sewing terry cloth Terry cloth is a rather loosely woven fabric. Sew the garment together with straight stitch.
Sewing Buttonholes You can select different buttonhole styles. Buttonhole the bartack buttonhole, used for medium and heavy fabrics. 1. Select a buttonhole. 2. Use the presser foot C or the buttonhole sensor foot. 3. Mark the buttonhole location on your fabric. Buttonhole keyhole buttonhole for tailored garments Buttonhole round end button-hole, for light fabrics. When sewing stretch fabrics, use a fusible stabilizer or a cord. The buttonhole feet has guide lines to determine buttonhole length.
Sewing Buttonhole sensor foot 1. Snap on the buttonhole sensor foot. Make sure that the cable is Àrmly plugged into the yellow socket (see picture). The symbol will Áash until a buttonhole is selected. 2. Select a buttonhole on the stitch panel. The buttonhole will be preset for a 16 mm button when the machine is turned on. The number 16 is therefore shown on the display in place of the stitch length together with the symbol . 3.
Sewing Buttonhole knife/ Seam ripper The knife is used to cut buttonholes. It is also useful for removing stitches sewn in error. Sewing buttons 1. Mark the button placement on the fabric. 2. Touch FUNC to NORM and 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. select zigzag . Lower the feed teeth with the dial. See page 13. Snap off the presser foot. Place the fabric under the presser foot ankle. Place the button on marking and lower the presser bar so that the presser foot ankle is between the holes of the button (see picture).
Sewing Flatlock The Áatlock , is suitable for sewing overlapped seams and decorative hems. Reduce the pressure foot pressure to 2 when sewing stretch fabric. You can produce a decorative hem by folding a single hem to the wrong side and sewing the Áatlock from the right side. Trim excess hem to stitching from the wrong side. To sew an overlapped seam, lap one piece of fabric over the other piece and sew Áatlock stitch over the fabric edge on the right side.
Sewing Blind hem Snap on presser foot D for blind hem . Fold the hem as shown. Make sure that the fold line of the fabric rides in the groove on the underside of the presser foot. If the stitch does not catch the folded edge, increase the stitch width (+). If the stitch catches too much of the fold, decrease the stitch width (-). For an invisible hem the needle catches a single thread of the folded edge.
Sewing Bridging stitch The bridging stitch is suitable for joining two pieces of fabric with Ànished edges. Leather and vinyl are joined by butting the edges close to each other using the bridging stitch. Also use to join lace and ribbon. Elastic shirring The bridging stitch is also used for gathered elastic shirring. Snap on the buttonhole foot C. On the wrong side of your fabric draw lines to sew the stitched rows straight.
Sewing Darning stitch is a perfect stitch for mending and darning. Use presser foot A. 1. Select NORM, sew the Àrst row of stitches as long as you need to cover your tear or worn spot. 2. Touch the reverse button and the machine continues sewing the remaining stitches at the same length and fastens the thread. 3. Touch STOP. Move the fabric so that the needle is right over the last stitch. Repeat as many times as you need to cover the hole. See "Darning and taper satin stitches”, page 24.
Sewing Decorative stitches These stitches are mainly used as decorative stitches. Examples You can combine and program different patterns one after another. Stitch 39, 39 , stitch 18 . You can program stitches and sew the original way and mirrored every other time. Stitch 22, 22 . An effective edging can be produced with these stitches. Sew a bit from the edge and trim close to the stitching. Upper, stitch 35, lower, stitch 36.
Sewing Quilting The "hand" look quilting stitch No 31 , is a perfect stitch for relief stitching. Use optional presser foot P. 1. Mark the design on the top of the fabric you are going to quilt. 2. Place the fabric you are going to use as quilt backing, wrong side up. 3. Place a layer of batting on wrong side. Finally place the top right side up with the marking. 4. Pin all the pieces together. 5. Use transparent nylon thread as upper thread and a synthetic thread or embroidery thread as bobbin thread. 6.
Sewing Pictogram Read about Programming on page 21. Use presser foot B. 1. Program the leaf in an empty memory. 2. Select NORM and reinforced straight stitch . 3. Sew the stem down to the Àrst pair of leaves. 4. Select REP and sew a leaf from the stem to the top. 5. Select straight stitch, stitch length 1,5. Sew from the top of the leaf and back to the stem. 6. Sew the other leaf in the same way. 7. Select reinforced straight stitch and continue sew the stem down to the Áower stem. 8.
Sewing Sewing hints Free arm To facilitate sewing trouser legs and sleeve hems use the free arm. The free arm also allows you to darn socks (the darning foot is an optional accessory). Jeans hem When sewing over seams in extra heavy fabric or a blue jeans hem, the foot can tip as the machine climbs over the seam. The needle can hit the tipped foot and break. In this case, use the clearance plate to balance the height of the hem as you sew.
CARE OF YOUR SCANDINAVIA 400
Care of your Scandinavia 400 Changing the light bulb Only use light bulbs of a type as indicated on the front of the machine (12V, 5W). They are available at your authorized Husqvarna Viking dealer. ! Turn off the main switch. 1. Place the light bulb remover with the deep hole, marked OUT, around the bulb. Do not turn the bulb, just pull it out to remove it. 2. When inserting a new light bulb place the remover with the shallow hole, marked IN, around the new bulb. Insert the new bulb by pushing it up.
Care of your Scandinavia 400 Care of the Machine To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean it often. No lubrication (oiling) is needed. ! Turn off the main switch. 10 15 Cleaning Wipe the exterior surfaces of your Scandinavia 400 with a soft cloth to remove any dust or lint built up. Clean the Bobbin Area Remove the presser foot and slide off the bobbin cover. Lower the feed teeth. Place the stitch plate opener on the brush, and then in the recess at the rear of the stitch plate.
Care of your Scandinavia 400 Trouble shooting Always start by checking the needle Always start with a new needle as soon as you discover that a stitch is not what you expected. Test sew on a scrap of the fabric you are sewing. Check that you have chosen the correct needle and see that it is correctly inserted. See page 14. Unattractive stitches The thread tension is not correct. See page 12. Make sure that the thread is not catching.
Care of your Scandinavia 400 Incorrect stitch If the machine does not sew the stitch indicated by the Infodisplay, it is possible that the electronics have been disturbed in some way, perhaps by a short power cut or electrical disturbance. Shut off the main switch, wait a few seconds and try again. If the fault remains, contact your dealer. Machine runs sluggishly Dirt or lint has built up under the stitch plate. Loosen the plate and brush clean between the feed teeth and in the bottom area. See page 59.
Index Accessories Applique Backtacking Baste Belt loops Blind hem Block letters Bobbin, placing in machine Bobbin winding Bridging stitch Button sewing Buttonholes Buttonhole sensor foot Care of machine Cleaning Clear thread CLR/clear Color advance Color information Correction, program 7 54 16 40 56 50 17, 19 12 11 51 48 46-47 18, 47 59 59 11, 54 18, 20, 24 20, 34 36 22 Darning Decorative stitches Deleting stitches 24, 52 53 18 Elastic shirring Embroidery Embroidery booklet Embroidery hoop Embroidery p
Satin stitch Satin taper Seam and overcast Sensor Buttonhole Setting up the machine Sewing hints Sewing speed Shirring Snap off & on presser foot Specialty threads Speed Spool Holders Spool pin Stitch Advance Stitch Length Stitch plate Stitch selection Stitch table Stitch Width Stop Straight Stitch Stretch stitch 44, 54 24, 52 51 18, 47 5-6 56 16 51 14 28 16 8 8 20, 34 17 59 19 38-39 17 17, 23 40 43 Tapered satin stitch 24, 52 Tension 12-13, 18 Terry cloth 45 Template 31 Topstitching 40 Thread, tension 12
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