Instruction Book
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only. Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS NAMES OF PARTS Names of Parts ............................................................... 3 Standard Accessories .................................................... 4 Applique ....................................................................... 42 Fringing......................................................................... 43 Drawn Work .................................................................. 43 Cross Stitch .........................................................
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Standard Accessories q w e r t y u i !0 o q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine) Zipper foot: E Satin stitch foot: F Automatic buttonhole foot: R Spool holder ( X 2) (large) (1 set on the machine) Spool holder ( X 2) (small) Extra spool pin Bobbins ( X 4) (1 set on the machine) Assorted needle set Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener) Lint brush Screwdriver Instruction book Soft cover Foot control Power cable* !1 !2 !4 !3 !5 !6 4 *The power cable included may
GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply q Using the foot control Turn off the power switch. Insert the pin connector into the jack. Insert the machine plug into the power inlet. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch. q Power switch w Pin connector e Jack r Machine plug t Power inlet y Power supply plug u Wall outlet The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot control is connected to the machine.
Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left. Foot control Depress the foot control to start the machine. The further down you press on the foot control, the faster the machine runs. The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider.
Free-arm Sewing Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for darning knee or elbow areas. q Free-arm q Machine Operating Buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being pressed. e q r NOTE: The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot control is connected to the machine.
q r LCD Display t The LCD display shows following information when the machine is turned on.
Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.6 cm) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to help you place thick material under the foot. q Presser foot lifter w Normal up position e Highest position e w e w q Changing the Presser Foot q CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot. Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern.
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension Straight stitch balanced tension The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail). If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that the stitches are evenly balanced. q Needle thread (top thread) w Bobbin thread (bottom thread) e To loosen r To tighten q w When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top thread tension.
Zigzag stitch 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. See the illustrations for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as necessary.
q Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog w The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine. To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow q. View from the rear To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you. The feed dog must be up for normal sewing. w NOTE: Set the stitch length value at the minimum when lowering the feed dog.
Changing the Needle CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle clamp. Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go.
Setting the Spool of Thread Horizontal spool pin Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the supporter. q Spool pin w Spool of thread e Large spool holder r Supporter q w e r The small spool holder is used with narrow or small spools of thread. t Small spool holder t y Extra spool pin The extra spool pin is for winding bobbins without unthreading the machine.
Winding the bobbin NOTE: Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for bobbin winding. q z z Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disk. q Bobbin winding tension disk x Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside. c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle. x c v v Push the bobbin to the right. The bobbin icon appears on the LCD display.
Inserting the bobbin CAUTION: z Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the bobbin and threading the bobbin holder. z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. q End of thread q x Guide the thread into the first notch w on the front side of the bobbin holder. w Notch x w c Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. c v v Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into the second notch e.
Threading the Machine z w q c v Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button q to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. q Needle up/down button CAUTION: b Turn OFF the power switch before threading the machine. x z z Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread guide. x x While holding the thread near the spool w, draw the end of the thread down around the check spring holder e.
Needle Threader CAUTION: Turn off the power switch when using the needle threader. z z Lower the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest position. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind. q Knob w Hook q w x Draw the thread from the left guide to the right guide and under the hook. e Left guide r Right guide xc c Draw the thread to the front along the right side of the right guide.
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. z x x Turn the power switch on. Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. q Needle up/down button q c Pull both threads 4˝ to 6˝ (10 to 15 cm) under and behind the presser foot.
q w BASIC SEWING e Straight Stitch Sewing q Stitch pattern: w Needle thread tension: e Presser foot: 4 00 or 03 2 to 6 Zigzag foot A NOTE: When sewing with the satin stitch foot F or buttonhole foot R, pull the threads to the left to hold them. Starting to sew Raise presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. Pull the threads toward the rear and lower the presser foot.
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric q The black button on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the horizontal position. This is helpful when starting sewing from the far edge of thick fabrics or sewing across a hem. Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where you wish to start sewing. Lower the foot while pushing the black button in. The foot is locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping. The button is released automatically after sewing a few stitches.
Altering the Needle Drop Position The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch patterns 00 to 04, and 36. Press the mode key q until the cursor w appears under the stitch width value. q Press the “–” sign on the value set key to move the needle to the left. Press the “+” sign on the value set key to move the needle to the right. q Mode key w Cursor e Value set key w e (0.0) (3.5) (7.0) Altering the Stitch length The stitch length can be altered.
q w Lock-a-matic Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 01 w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse button once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches, four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.
q w Stretch Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 05 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 This stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat. Use this stitch for seaming fine fabrics.
q w Zigzag Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 06 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile stitches. It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also used as a decorative stitch. NOTE: Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such as knit, jersey or tricot. Altering the stitch width Press the mode key q until the cursor w appears under the stitch width value.
q w Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 06 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to prevent fabric from fraying at raw edges. q w Multiple Zigzag Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 07 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance.
q w Knit Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 09 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the stitches. q w Double Overedge Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 10 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 This stitch is excellent for sewing fabrics that tend to fray extensively such as linens and gabardines.
Buttonholes The following 3 types of buttonholes are available. q w q Square buttonhole This buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. e w Round-end buttonhole This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics, especially for blouses and children’s clothes. e Keyhole buttonhole The keyhole buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. It is also suitable for larger and thicker buttons.
v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go. y Buttonhole lever v y i NOTE: The reference lines on the buttonhole foot can be used as a positioning guide. Make sure there is no gap between the slider and front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of position or there will be a sewing gap.
n The buttonhole is sewn in the sequence as shown. n automatically with the needle in the up position. m !3 m Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the bartack to prevent accidentally cutting the stitches. Cut the opening with the seam ripper. !3 Pin !4 Seam ripper !4 , , buttonhole lever upward as far as it will go. y Buttonhole lever y Double layer buttonhole To make a sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of buttonhole stitches over the previous stitches.
Altering the buttonhole width Press the mode key q until the cursor w appears under the stitch width value. Press the “+” sign on the value set key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the “–” sign on the value set key to decrease the buttonhole width. q Mode key w Cursor e Value set key w q e NOTE: The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0. Altering the buttonhole density Press the mode key q until the cursor w appears under the stitch length value.
w q Corded Buttonhole e q Stitch pattern: 17 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R 4 z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole sewing. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing the front end.
w q Darning Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 20 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R 4 Starting to sew z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder q all the way out. Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of foot. q Button holder x Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point w. Then lower the foot. w Starting point c Start the machine.
w q Tacking e q Stitch pattern: 21 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. r Start sewing Start the machine and sew until the machine stops automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm (5/8˝ ) long. q 1.5 cm (5/8˝) q Sewing a shorter tack To sew a tack shorter than 1.
q w Eyelet e q Stitch pattern: 22 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 The eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Starting to sew Lower the needle at the starting point and lower the presser foot. Start the machine. The machine will stop automatically when completed. q Starting point q Open the eyelet with an awl, eyelet punch or pointed scissors (an awl, eyelet punch or pointed scissors are not provided with the machine).
w q Zipper Sewing e q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: e Presser foot: 4 (A) Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot holder. q Groove w Pin (B) q (A): (B): w To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the pin on the right-hand side. To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot with the pin on the left-hand side. Fabric preparation Add 1 cm (3/8˝) to the zipper length.
Start sewing z z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place. Set the stitch length and thread tension back to the original setting. q 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin w Zipper teeth e Fold r End of the zipper opening t Opening size r w q t e x Attach the zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand side.
v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side facing up. Attach the Zigzag foot A. Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 3.5 (default value) and the thread tension dial to 1. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together. i Basting stitch o Zipper tape v i o b Attach the zipper foot E with the left pin. Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width to default value, and thread tension dial to “4”. Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.
w q Blind Hemming e q Stitch pattern: 11 or 12 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 z (1) w q (2) z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to form a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance. q Wrong side of fabric w 0.5 cm (1/4˝) (1) On heavyweight fabrics that tend to ravel, the raw edge should be overcast first. (2) Fold the hem under the fabric for lightweight fabrics.
q w Button Sewing q Stitch pattern: w Thread tension dial: e Presser foot: r Feed dog: e 4 06 3 to 7 Satin stitch foot F Lowered r Lower the feed dog. Set the speed control slider at a slower speed. Set the stitch length at the minimum (0.2). q Stitch length (0.2) w q Match the holes of button to the horizontal slot of the presser foot and lower the foot to hold the button in place. Adjust the stitch width so the needle will enter the left hole of the button.
q w DECORATIVE STITCHING e Patchwork q Stitch pattern: 00 and 32 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Satin stitch foot F * The stitch patterns 07, 13, 30, 31 and 38 can also be used. 4 • Patchwork piecing z Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Select stitch pattern 00. Sew a precise 1/4˝ seam allowance. z q Wrong side of fabric w Right side of fabric q w • Patchwork x Replace the presser foot with satin stitch foot F. Select the patchwork pattern.
q w Applique e q Stitch pattern: 23 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * The stitch patterns 24 and 25 can also be used. 4 Place an applique on the fabric and baste or pin it in place. Lower the needle at the outer edge of the applique. Sew while guiding the fabric so the needle falls along the outer edge of the applique. q q Applique w Outer edge When turning a sharp corner, stop the machine with the needle at the outer edge of the applique (refer to page 12).
q w Fringing e q Stitch pattern: 23 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily. z z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin. x x Sew down the left side so the right hand stitches fall in the open space.
w q Cross Stitch e q Stitch Pattern: 33 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns, in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand. Use a plain close woven fabric such as linen or wool flannel. If you use light weight fabric, apply a tear away backing for support. q Sew from the center of the design outward.
w q Scallop Stitch e q Stitch pattern: 27 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A 4 Sew the stitches approximately 1 cm (3/8˝) inside the fabric edge. Trim the outside of the stitches as shown. Make sure not to cut the thread. q w Smocking e q Stitch pattern: 38 or 30 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on children’s clothes or women’s blouses.
q w Clasp Stitches e q Stitch pattern: 39 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F 4 You can close quilt layers and using the clasp stitch. Select the clasp stitch. Press the auto-lock button. Start sewing. The machine sews clasp stitch and locking stitch then stops automatically. q Auto-lock button q q w Satin Stitches e q Stitch pattern: 41 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * The stitch patterns 40, 42 and 43 can also be used.
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE q Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog z WARNING: w Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained in this section. q x CAUTION: Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight. Store the machine in cool dry place. NOTE: Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and neutral soap.
Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the LCD screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below. Warning Sign Cause Try this 1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control connected. 2. The foot control is out of order. (The foot control sign keeps blinking.) Disconnect the foot control. The bobbin winder spindle is shifted to the right.
Troubleshooting Condition The needle thread breaks Cause 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The needle and bobbin threads are not set under the presser foot when start sewing. 6. The thread is either too heavy or too fine for the needle. The bobbin thread 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder. breaks 2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. 3.
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