Brother Sewing Machine NV1200 User Manual
GETTING READY  
SEWING BASICS  
UTILITY STITCHES  
EMBROIDERY  
APPENDIX  
Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine  
Operation Manual  
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Important Safety Instructions  
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.  
This machine is intended for household use.  
DANGER  
- To reduce the risk of electric shock  
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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.  
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Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or  
when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual  
• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp  
the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.  
• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.  
• Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.  
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Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has  
been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest  
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.  
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Always keep your work area clear:  
• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the  
sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.  
• Do not store objects on the foot controller.  
• Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.  
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.  
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being  
administered.  
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Special care is required when sewing:  
• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.  
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.  
• Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments  
in the needle area.  
• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.  
• Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand  
stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.  
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This machine is not a toy:  
• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.  
• Do not use outdoors.  
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For a longer service life:  
• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store  
the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.  
• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders  
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.  
• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,  
needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.  
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For repair or adjustment:  
• If the Light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer.  
• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table  
in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem  
persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.  
Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.  
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.  
Save these instructions.  
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.  
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com  
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY  
IMPORTANT  
• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the  
mark, rating as marked on plug.  
• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.  
• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you  
should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.  
FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND  
This sewing machine is not intended to be used by young children, and assistance may be required if  
used by a person with a disability.  
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Contents  
Important Safety Instructions..............................................................................................1  
Introduction ........................................................................................................................7  
Sewing Machine Features....................................................................................................7  
Accessories..........................................................................................................................8  
Included accessories .........................................................................................................................................8  
Optional accessories.......................................................................................................................................10  
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...................................................................11  
Front view.......................................................................................................................................................11  
Needle and presser foot section ......................................................................................................................12  
Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................12  
Operation buttons...........................................................................................................................................13  
Operation panel..............................................................................................................................................14  
GETTING READY  
15  
Turning the Machine On/Off.............................................................................................16  
Power supply precautions ...............................................................................................................................16  
Turning on the machine..................................................................................................................................17  
Turning off the machine..................................................................................................................................17  
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation............................................................................18  
Viewing the LCD.............................................................................................................................................18  
Changing the machine settings........................................................................................................................19  
Checking machine operating procedures ........................................................................................................21  
Winding/Installing the Bobbin...........................................................................................23  
Bobbin precautions.........................................................................................................................................23  
Winding the bobbin........................................................................................................................................23  
Installing the bobbin .......................................................................................................................................27  
Upper Threading ...............................................................................................................29  
About the spool of thread................................................................................................................................29  
Threading the upper thread.............................................................................................................................29  
Threading the needle ......................................................................................................................................32  
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)................................................................33  
Using the twin needle .....................................................................................................................................34  
Pulling up the bobbin thread...........................................................................................................................36  
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................38  
Needle precautions.........................................................................................................................................38  
Needle types and their uses.............................................................................................................................39  
Checking the needle .......................................................................................................................................40  
Replacing the needle.......................................................................................................................................40  
Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................42  
Presser foot precautions ..................................................................................................................................42  
Replacing the presser foot ...............................................................................................................................42  
Removing and attaching the presser foot holder..............................................................................................44  
Sewing Cylindrical Pieces..................................................................................................45  
Free-arm sewing..............................................................................................................................................45  
SEWING BASICS  
47  
Sewing...............................................................................................................................48  
General sewing procedure ..............................................................................................................................48  
Selecting stitching ...........................................................................................................................................49  
Positioning the fabric ......................................................................................................................................50  
Starting to sew.................................................................................................................................................51  
Securing the stitching......................................................................................................................................53  
Cutting the thread ...........................................................................................................................................54  
Setting the Stitch ...............................................................................................................56  
Adjusting the stitch width................................................................................................................................56  
Adjusting the stitch length...............................................................................................................................57  
Adjusting the thread tension............................................................................................................................57  
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Useful Functions................................................................................................................59  
Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches.......................................................................................59  
Automatically cutting the thread .....................................................................................................................60  
Mirroring stitches ............................................................................................................................................61  
Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................62  
Trial sewing ....................................................................................................................................................62  
Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................62  
Sewing curves.................................................................................................................................................62  
Adjusting the presser foot pressure ..................................................................................................................62  
Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................63  
Sewing thin fabrics..........................................................................................................................................64  
Sewing stretch fabrics......................................................................................................................................64  
Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics.......................................................................................................................64  
Sewing an even seam allowance.....................................................................................................................64  
Hands-free raising and lifting of the presser foot..............................................................................................65  
UTILITY STITCHES  
67  
Stitch Setting Chart ...........................................................................................................68  
Utility stitches .................................................................................................................................................68  
Other stitches..................................................................................................................................................72  
Selecting Stitching.............................................................................................................75  
Stitch types......................................................................................................................................................75  
Selecting stitching ...........................................................................................................................................75  
Saving stitch settings .......................................................................................................................................77  
Overcasting Stitches..........................................................................................................79  
Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” ...................................................................................79  
Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”.............................................................................................80  
Sewing overcasting stitches using the side cutter.............................................................................................81  
Basic Stitching...................................................................................................................83  
Basting............................................................................................................................................................83  
Basic stitching.................................................................................................................................................83  
Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................85  
Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing..................................................................................87  
Buttonhole sewing ..........................................................................................................................................88  
Button sewing .................................................................................................................................................92  
Zipper Insertion.................................................................................................................94  
Inserting a centered zipper ..............................................................................................................................94  
Inserting a side zipper .....................................................................................................................................96  
Zipper/piping Insertion .....................................................................................................99  
Inserting a centered zipper ..............................................................................................................................99  
Inserting a piping ..........................................................................................................................................100  
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape..........................................................................101  
Stretch stitching.............................................................................................................................................101  
Elastic attaching ............................................................................................................................................101  
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ........................................................................103  
Appliqué stitching.........................................................................................................................................104  
Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ...................................................................................................................105  
Piecing..........................................................................................................................................................105  
Quilting ........................................................................................................................................................107  
Free-motion quilting......................................................................................................................................108  
Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller...........................................................................................109  
Reinforcement Stitching ..................................................................................................111  
Triple stretch stitching...................................................................................................................................111  
Bar tack stitching...........................................................................................................................................111  
Darning.........................................................................................................................................................113  
Eyelet Stitching................................................................................................................115  
Horizontal Stitching ........................................................................................................116  
Decorative Stitching........................................................................................................118  
Fagoting........................................................................................................................................................119  
Scallop stitching............................................................................................................................................120  
Smocking......................................................................................................................................................120  
Shell tuck stitching........................................................................................................................................121  
Joining ..........................................................................................................................................................122  
Heirloom stitching ........................................................................................................................................123  
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Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns.............................................................126  
Sewing beautiful patterns ..............................................................................................................................126  
Sewing patterns.............................................................................................................................................126  
Changing the pattern size..............................................................................................................................127  
Changing the stitch density ...........................................................................................................................127  
Changing the length for satin stitches ............................................................................................................128  
Shifting patterns ............................................................................................................................................129  
Combining patterns.......................................................................................................................................130  
Storing patterns .............................................................................................................................................133  
Realigning the pattern ...................................................................................................................................134  
Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch)..........................................................................137  
Drawing a sketch of the pattern.....................................................................................................................137  
Entering the pattern data ...............................................................................................................................138  
Examples of designs ......................................................................................................................................140  
EMBROIDERY  
141  
Embroidering Neatly .......................................................................................................142  
What to prepare............................................................................................................................................142  
Embroidery step by step ................................................................................................................................144  
Attaching the Embroidery Foot........................................................................................145  
Attaching the embroidery foot.......................................................................................................................145  
Removing the embroidery foot......................................................................................................................147  
Attaching the Embroidery Unit........................................................................................148  
Embroidery unit precautions .........................................................................................................................148  
Attaching the embroidery unit.......................................................................................................................148  
Removing the embroidery unit......................................................................................................................150  
Preparing the Fabric........................................................................................................151  
Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ...................................................................................................151  
Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame.....................................................................................................152  
Attaching the Embroidery Frame.....................................................................................155  
Attaching the embroidery frame....................................................................................................................155  
Removing the embroidery frame ...................................................................................................................156  
Selecting Embroidery Patterns.........................................................................................157  
Copyright information ..................................................................................................................................157  
Embroidery pattern types...............................................................................................................................157  
LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...........................................................................................................158  
Selecting characters ......................................................................................................................................160  
Selecting an embroidery pattern....................................................................................................................161  
Selecting a frame pattern...............................................................................................................................162  
Using an embroidery card (sold separately)...................................................................................................163  
Embroidering...................................................................................................................164  
Sewing attractive finishes ..............................................................................................................................164  
Embroidering a pattern..................................................................................................................................165  
Appliquéing .................................................................................................................................................167  
Editing Patterns ...............................................................................................................169  
Adjusting the layout ......................................................................................................................................169  
Adjusting the thread tension..........................................................................................................................171  
Resewing ......................................................................................................................................................172  
Thread runs out partway through a design.....................................................................................................172  
Stopping while embroidering ........................................................................................................................173  
Using the Memory Function............................................................................................175  
Embroidery data precautions.........................................................................................................................175  
Storing patterns .............................................................................................................................................176  
Recalling embroidery  
patterns from the computer ...........................................................................................................................177  
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APPENDIX  
179  
Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................180  
Cleaning the machine surface .......................................................................................................................180  
Cleaning the race..........................................................................................................................................180  
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................182  
Error messages ..............................................................................................................................................187  
Adjusting the LCD.........................................................................................................................................190  
Operation beep.............................................................................................................................................190  
Canceling the operation beep .......................................................................................................................191  
Upgrading Your Machine’s Software...............................................................................192  
Index ...............................................................................................................................193  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the  
“Important Safety Instructions” (page 1), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the  
various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be  
accessed for future reference.  
Sewing Machine Features  
1
2
4
3
6
5
a
b
c
d
e
Simple bobbin-winding  
The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 23).  
Built-in stitches  
You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches (page 68).  
Quick-set bobbin  
You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 27).  
Automatic thread cutting  
The thread can be cut automatically after sewing (page 60).  
Embroidery  
You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery  
cards (page 141).  
f
Knee lifter  
Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric (page 65).  
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Accessories  
Included accessories  
After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged,  
contact your retailer.  
Note  
(For U.S.A. only)  
z Foot controller: Model T  
This foot controller can be used on this  
machine model NV1200.  
z The screw of the presser foot holder is  
available through your authorized dealer.  
(Part code: XA4813-051)  
z The organized accessory tray is available,  
through your authorized dealer.  
(Part code: XC4489-051)  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.*  
28.  
20.  
29.  
21.  
30.  
36.  
22.  
31.  
37.  
23.  
24.  
32.  
39.  
25.  
26.  
34.  
41.  
27.  
33.  
40.  
35.  
38.  
45.  
42.  
43.  
44.  
*75/11 2 needles  
90/14 2 needles  
90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle  
(gold colored)  
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Part Code  
Others  
Part Code  
U.S.A. / Canada Others  
No.  
Part Name  
No.  
Part Name  
U.S.A. / Canada  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Buttonhole foot "A"  
Overcasting foot "G"  
Monogramming foot "N"  
Zipper foot "I"  
Zigzag foot "J" (on machine)  
Blind stitch foot "R"  
XC2691-053  
XC3098-051  
X53840-351  
X59370-051  
XC3021-051  
X56409-051  
24 Screwdriver (small)  
25 Spool cap (large)  
26 Spool cap (medium) (2)  
27 Spool cap (small)  
28 Extra spool pin  
X55468-051  
130012-054  
X55260-153  
130013-154  
XC4654-051  
XA5523-050  
29 Spool net  
XD0501-021(EU area)  
7
8
9
Button fitting foot "M"  
Walking foot  
130489-001  
30 Foot controller  
XD8816-021(other areas)  
F033N:  
XC2214-002  
F005N  
XC1948-002  
F035N:  
XC1969-002  
SA140  
SA129  
SA160  
31 Operation manual  
32 Quick reference guide  
XD1534-051  
XD1237-051  
XD0474-051  
:
Quilting foot  
10 Stitch guide foot "P"  
33 Embroidery foot "Q"  
Embroidery set (large)  
Adjustable zipper/piping  
foot  
F036N:  
EF84:  
SA444/EF84  
11  
SA161  
SA114  
34 H 18cm  
×
W 13 cm  
W 5 inches)  
XC1970-002  
XD0600-002  
(H 7 inches  
×
Embroidery set (extra large  
F007N:  
XC1949-002  
(multi-position))  
EF85:  
SA445/EF85  
12 Non stick foot  
35  
H 30 cm  
×
W 13 cm  
W 5 inches)  
XD0601-002  
(H 12 inches  
×
F027N:  
Stubilizer material for  
BM3:  
SA519  
13 Open toe foot  
SA147  
SA125  
SA177  
SA132  
36  
37  
38  
XC1964-002  
embroidery  
X81175-001  
F001N:  
XC1944-002  
F054:  
XC3879-002  
F016N:  
XC2215-002  
Embroidery bobbin thread  
(white)  
Alternate bobbin case  
(pink marking)  
X81164-001  
EBT-CEN  
14 1/4 inch quilting foot  
15 Side cutter "S"  
SA-EBT  
XC8167-251  
16 Quilting guide  
17 Seam ripper  
18 Bobbin (4)  
39 Knee lifter  
40 USB cable  
41 Grid sheet set  
XA6941-052  
XD0745-051  
X54243-051  
SFB:  
XA5539-151  
GS4:  
XC4549-050  
SA156  
SA527  
19 Needle set  
X58358-051  
42 Scissors  
43 Hard case  
44 Accessory bag  
45 Disc-shaped screwdriver  
XC1807-121  
XC9701-052  
XC4487-051  
XC1074-051  
20 Twin needle  
21 Cleaning brush  
22 Eyelet punch  
23 Screwdriver (large)  
X59296-151  
X59476-051  
135793-001  
XC8349-051  
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Optional accessories  
The following are available as optional accessories.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
6.  
5.  
Part Code  
No.  
Part Name  
U.S.A. / Canada  
Others  
Embroidery bobbin  
thread (white)  
Embroidery bobbin  
thread (black)  
X81164-001  
EBT-CEN  
XC5520-001  
EBT-CEBN  
SA-EBT  
1
SAEBT999  
2
3
Embroidery card  
Embroidery set (small)  
SA442/  
EF82  
EF82:  
XD0598-002  
H 2 cm  
(H 1 inch  
×
W 6 cm  
W 2-1/2 inches)  
×
Embroidery set (medium)  
H 10 cm W 10 cm  
(H 4 inches W 4 inches)  
SA443/  
EF83  
EF83:  
XD0599-002  
4
×
×
BM4:  
Water solude stabilizer  
SA520  
SA519  
SA551  
X81267-001  
5
6
Stubilizer material for  
embroidery  
BM3:  
X81175-001  
WT5:  
XC9567-152  
Wide table  
Memo  
z To obtain optional accessories or parts,  
contact your sales representative or the  
nearest authorized service center.  
z
All specifications are correct at the time of  
printing. The part codes are subject to  
change without notice.  
z Visit your nearest authorized retailer for a  
complete listing of optional accessories  
available for your machine.  
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Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions  
The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before  
using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.  
Front view  
a
b
Thread guide plate  
Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when  
threading the upper thread.  
h
i
j
Knee lifter mounting slot  
Plug the knee lifter into the knee lifter mounting slot.  
Embroidery unit connector slot  
Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit.  
Thread guide cover  
Like with the thread guide plate, pass the thread around  
the thread guide cover when threading the upper  
thread.  
Presser foot lever  
Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower  
the presser foot.  
c
d
Spool pin  
k
l
Operation buttons  
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.  
Use these buttons to operate the machine.  
Bobbin winding thread guide  
Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding  
the bobbin thread.  
Flat bed attachment  
Insert the accessories tray into the accessory  
compartment of the flat bed attachment. Remove the  
flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces  
such as sleeve cuffs.  
e
Top cover  
Open the top cover to place the spool of thread on the  
spool pin.  
m
n
o
Thread cutter  
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.  
f
g
Bobbin winder  
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.  
Needle threader lever  
Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle.  
Operation panel  
From the operation panel, stitch settings can be viewed  
and edited, and operations for using the machine can be  
displayed (page 14).  
Thread take-up lever check window  
Look through the window to check the position of the  
take-up lever.  
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Needle and presser foot section  
Right-side/rear view  
a
Buttonhole lever  
a
Handle  
Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes  
and bar tacks.  
Carry the sewing machine by its handle when  
transporting the machine.  
b
c
d
e
f
Thread guide disk  
Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when  
using the needle threader to thread the needle.  
b
Handwheel  
Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to  
raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.  
Needle bar thread guide  
Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread  
guide.  
c
d
e
Embroidery card slot  
Insert the embroidery card.  
USB port connector  
Plug the USB cable into the USB port connector.  
Needle plate  
The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing  
straight seams.  
Air vent  
The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to be  
exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing  
machine is being used.  
Needle plate cover  
Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case  
and race.  
f
g
h
Main power switch  
Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine  
on and off.  
Bobbin cover/bobbin case  
Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin  
into the bobbin case.  
Foot controller jack  
Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable  
into the foot controller jack.  
g
h
Feed dogs  
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.  
Presser foot  
Power supply jack  
The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the  
fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate  
presser foot for the selected stitching.  
Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power  
supply jack.  
i
j
Feed dog position switch  
Use the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs.  
i
Presser foot holder  
The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder.  
Presser foot pressure dial  
Use the presser foot pressure dial to adjust the amount  
of pressure that the presser foot applies.  
Memo  
z Refer to pages 11 through 14 while you are  
learning to use your machine.  
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Operation buttons  
The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.  
a
Start/stop button  
Note  
Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The  
machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of  
sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is  
stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details,  
refer to “Starting to sew” (page 51).  
The button changes color according to the machine’s  
operation mode.  
z Do not press the thread cutter button if there  
is no fabric under the presser foot or while  
the machine is sewing, otherwise damage to  
the machine may occur.  
z When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon  
thread or other special threads, use the  
thread cutter on the side of the machine. For  
details, refer to “Using the thread cutter”  
(page 55).  
Green:  
The machine is ready to sew or is  
sewing.  
Red:  
The machine can not sew.  
Orange:  
The machine is winding the bobbin  
thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is  
moved to the right side.  
b
Reverse/reinforcement stitch button  
Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew  
reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse  
stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to  
sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches  
are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.  
For details, refer to “Securing the stitching” (page 53).  
c
d
Needle position button  
Press the needle position button to raise or lower the  
needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.  
Thread cutter button  
Press the thread cutter button after sewing is stopped to  
cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. For details,  
refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 54).  
e
Sewing speed controller  
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing  
speed.  
CAUTION  
● Do not press the thread cutter button  
after the threads have already been cut,  
otherwise the needle may break, the  
threads may become tangled or damage  
to the machine may occur.  
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Operation panel  
The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys.  
a
c
b
f
d
e
i
g
h
a
LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)  
Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed.  
Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform  
operations.  
For details, refer to “LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)  
Operation” (page 18).  
f
Utility stitch key  
Press this key to select a utility stitch or decorative stitch  
or to design a stitch pattern using the My Custom Stitch  
function.  
g
h
Embroidery key  
Press this key to sew embroidery.  
b
c
Back key  
Press to return to the previous screen.  
Settings key  
Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound,  
and more.  
Previous page key  
Displays the previous screen when there are items that  
are not displayed on the LCD.  
i
Sewing machine help key  
Press to get help on using the sewing machine.  
Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread /  
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle  
replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery  
frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser  
foot replacement.  
d
e
Next page key  
Displays the next screen when there are items that are  
not displayed on the LCD.  
Memory key  
Press to enter character embroidery, combined stitch  
patterns, My Custom Stitch patterns, etc into the sewing  
machine memory.  
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GETTING READY  
The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.  
Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................16  
Power supply precautions ..................................................................................16  
Turning on the machine .....................................................................................17  
Turning off the machine.....................................................................................17  
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation..................................................................18  
Viewing the LCD................................................................................................18  
Changing the machine settings...........................................................................19  
Checking machine operating procedures ...........................................................21  
Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................23  
Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................23  
Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................23  
Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................27  
Upper Threading .....................................................................................................29  
About the spool of thread ..................................................................................29  
Threading the upper thread................................................................................29  
Threading the needle..........................................................................................32  
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................33  
Using the twin needle ........................................................................................34  
Pulling up the bobbin thread..............................................................................36  
Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................38  
Needle precautions ............................................................................................38  
Needle types and their uses................................................................................39  
Checking the needle...........................................................................................40  
Replacing the needle..........................................................................................40  
Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................42  
Presser foot precautions.....................................................................................42  
Replacing the presser foot..................................................................................42  
Removing and attaching the presser foot holder................................................44  
Sewing Cylindrical Pieces........................................................................................45  
Free-arm sewing.................................................................................................45  
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Turning the Machine On/Off  
This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.  
Power supply precautions  
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.  
WARNING  
● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may  
result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.  
● Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:  
• When you are away from the machine  
• After using the machine  
• When the power fails during use  
• When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection  
• During electrical storms  
CAUTION  
● Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to  
them. Fire or electric shock may result.  
● Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.  
● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to  
remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric  
shock.  
● Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted,  
or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These  
things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged,  
take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.  
● Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a  
fire may result.  
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Turning on the machine  
Turning off the machine  
Prepare the included power cord.  
When you are finished using the sewing machine,  
turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing  
machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.  
Make sure that the sewing machine is turned  
1
a
off (the main power switch is set to “ ”), and  
then plug the power supply cord into the  
power supply jack on the right side of the  
machine.  
Make sure that the machine is not sewing.  
a
Press the left side of the main power switch on  
the right side of the machine to turn the  
b
Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a  
household electrical outlet.  
machine off (set it to “ ”).  
b
1
X The sewing lamps go off when the machine  
is turned off.  
Unplug the power supply cord from the  
electrical outlet.  
c
Grasp the plug when unplugging the power  
supply cord.  
a
Power supply jack  
Unplug the power supply cord from the power  
supply jack.  
d
Press the right side of the main power switch  
on the right side of the machine to turn the  
machine on (set it to “I”).  
c
Note  
z If a power outage occurs while the sewing  
machine is being operated, turn off the  
sewing machine and unplug the power  
supply cord. When restarting the sewing  
machine, follow the necessary procedure to  
correctly operate the machine.  
X The light, LCD and  
(Start/stop button)  
light up when the machine is turned on.  
(For U.S.A. only)  
z This appliance has a polarized plug (one  
blade wider than the other). To reduce the  
risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended  
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If  
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,  
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact  
a qualified electrician to install the proper  
outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.  
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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation  
Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front  
of the sewing machine.  
Viewing the LCD  
When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on, and the following screen is displayed.  
The screen is changed using the keys below the screen, and operations performed by directly touching the icons  
on the LCD screen.  
■ Utility stitch selection screen  
m l  
k
a
b
j
h
i
c
d
e
g
f
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
Selected stitch  
Presser foot to be used  
Stitches  
Stitch settings and twin needle sewing  
Stitch width (mm)  
Stitch length (mm)  
Thread tension  
i
Number of stitches contained in the selected stitch  
type  
Horizontal mirror image  
Automatic thread cutting  
Automatic reverse/reinforcement  
Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position  
j
k
l
m
Number of the selected stitch  
■ Stitch type selection screen  
Press (Utility stitch key) to display the screen for selecting the stitch type. The details are explained in  
“Selecting stitching” (page 49).  
Memo  
z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached.  
z Refer to “Error messages” (page 187) for messages displayed on the LCD.  
z Depending on the model of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed when the power is turned  
on. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed if you touch the LCD with  
your finger.  
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Changing the machine settings  
Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed.  
The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below.  
1
Attribute  
Icon  
Details  
Settings  
Down  
Needle  
position  
Specifies where the needle is positioned  
when the sewing machine is stopped.  
Up  
Stitch width  
control  
Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with  
the sewing speed controller.  
Vertical pattern  
adjustment  
Adjusts the up and down position of the  
pattern (page 134).  
-9 to +9  
-9 to +9  
Horizontal  
pattern  
adjustment  
Adjusts the left and right position of the  
pattern (page 134).  
Changes the thread color display on the  
embroidery screen.  
Thread color/Time to embroider/  
Needle count/Thread number (#123)  
Thread color  
display  
Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/  
Madeira rayon/Sulky/Robison anton  
(When “Thread No. #123” is selected)  
Selects the measurement units that are  
displayed (only for embroidering).  
Display unit  
mm/INCH  
-8 to +8  
Embroidery  
tension  
Adjusts the thread tension for embroidering  
(only for embroidering).  
Maxembroidery  
speed  
Specifies the maximum embroidering  
speed.  
Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded  
with each operation (page 191).  
Buzzer  
Sets whether or not to display the opening  
screen when the power is turned on.  
(There are models where this cannot be changed.)  
Opening  
screen  
Initial needle  
position  
Select the straight stitch that is automatically  
selected when the machine is turned on.  
English/German/French/Italian/Dutch/  
Allows the language used in the screens to Spanish/Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/  
Language  
be changed.  
Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/Russian/  
Korean/Thai/others  
LCD brightness  
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.  
Lighter  
Darker  
Display the service count and the total  
number of embroidery stitches. The service  
count is a reminder to take your machine in  
for regular servicing. (Contact your  
authorized dealer for details.)  
Stitch counter  
Product  
number  
The “NO.” is the number for the sewing  
and embroidery machine.  
NO.:  
Program version VERSION  
:
Display the program version.  
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Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
X The LCD comes on.  
Press  
panel.  
(Settings key) on the operation  
b
X The settings screen appears.  
Press the item to be set.  
Switch screens using  
c
(Previous page key)  
and (Next page key).  
• The items shown in reverse highlighting are  
the settings at the time of purchase.  
†
Example: Changing the needle stop position  
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When settings are complete, press  
(Back key).  
d
Checking machine operating  
procedures  
Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread /  
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle  
replacement / embroidery unit attachment /  
1
embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot  
attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
X The initial screen appears again.  
Note  
z Settings that are changed are not lost when  
the power is turned off.  
X The LCD comes on.  
Press  
operation panel.  
(Sewing machine help key) on the  
b
X The sewing machine help screen appears.  
Press the item to be displayed.  
c
2
3
4
1
8
7
5
6
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
Upper threading  
Bobbin winding  
Bobbin installation  
Needle replacement  
Embroidery unit attachment  
Embroidery frame attachment  
Embroidery foot attachment  
Presser foot replacement  
X The first screen describing the procedure for  
the selected topic appears.  
• Pressing  
(Back key), returns you to the  
item selection screen.  
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Press  
next page.  
If you press  
(Next page key) to switch to the  
d
(Previous page key), you  
return to the previous page.  
†
Example: Upper threading  
After you finish looking, press  
key) two times.  
(Back  
e
X The initial stitch screen appears again.  
Note  
z For details on each topic, refer to the  
corresponding page in this Operation  
Manual.  
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Winding/Installing the Bobbin  
This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.  
1
Bobbin precautions  
Winding the bobbin  
Be sure to observe the following precautions  
concerning the bobbin.  
Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the  
bobbin thread.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
CAUTION  
a
● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SFB:  
XA5539-151) designed specifically for  
this sewing machine. Use of any other  
bobbin may result in injuries or damage  
to the machine.  
● The included bobbin was designed  
specifically for this sewing machine.  
If bobbins from other models are used,  
the machine will not operate correctly.  
Use only the included bobbin or bobbins  
of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB:  
XA5539-151).  
Open the top cover.  
b
Actual size  
Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so  
that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch  
c
11.5 mm  
(7/16 inch)  
in the bobbin.  
Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into  
place.  
Other model  
This model  
1
2
a
b
Notch  
Bobbin winder shaft spring  
Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of the  
arrow until it snaps into place.  
d
•
(Start/stop button) lights up in orange.  
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Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the  
spool pin.  
Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.  
Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as  
shown, with the rounded side on the left.  
e
g
1
2
CAUTION  
a
b
Spool pin  
Spool cap  
● If the spool or the spool cap is not  
installed correctly, the thread may  
become tangled around the spool pin,  
causing the needle to break.  
Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto  
the spool pin.  
Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is  
horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the  
bottom.  
f
● Three spool cap sizes are available,  
allowing you to choose a spool cap that  
best fits the size of spool being used. If the  
spool cap is too small for the spool being  
used, the thread may catch on the slit in  
the spool or the needle may break.  
●
• If the spool is not positioned so that the  
thread unwinds correctly, the thread may  
become tangled around the spool pin.  
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Pass the thread under the thread guide plate,  
and then pull it to the right.  
i
Memo  
z When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread,  
use the small spool cap, and leave a small  
space between the cap and the spool.  
1
b
c
a
1
a
b
c
Spool cap (small)  
Spool (cross-wound thread)  
Space  
a
Thread guide plate  
Pass the thread under the hook on the thread  
guide, and then wind it counterclockwise  
under the pretension disk.  
j
z When using thread that winds off quickly,  
such as transparent nylon thread or metallic  
thread, place the spool net over the spool  
before placing the spool of thread onto the  
spool pin.  
1
If the spool net is too long, fold it to fit the  
size of the spool.  
1
2
1
3
4
a
b
c
d
Spool net  
Spool  
Spool cap  
Spool pin  
a
Thread guide  
Note  
While holding the thread near the spool with  
your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with  
your left hand, and then pass the thread  
h
z Make sure that the thread passes under the  
pretension disk.  
behind the thread guide cover and to the front.  
1
a
Thread guide cover  
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While holding the thread with your left hand,  
wind the thread that was pulled out clockwise  
around the bobbin five or six times with your  
right hand.  
Press  
winding the bobbin.  
(Start/stop button) once to start  
k
n
1
a
Start/stop button  
• When the bobbin winding becomes slow,  
Note  
press  
(Start/stop button) once to stop the  
z Make sure that the thread between the spool  
and the bobbin is pulled tight.  
z Be sure to wind the thread clockwise around  
the bobbin, otherwise the thread will  
become wrapped around the bobbin winder  
shaft.  
machine.  
CAUTION  
● When the bobbin winding becomes slow,  
stop the machine, otherwise the sewing  
machine may be damaged.  
Pass the end of the thread through the guide  
slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull  
the thread to the right to cut it.  
l
Use scissors to cut the end of the thread  
wound around the bobbin.  
o
1
a
Guide slit in bobbin winder seat  
(with built-in cutter)  
Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and  
then remove the bobbin from the shaft.  
p
CAUTION  
● Be sure to cut the thread as described. If  
the bobbin is wound without cutting the  
thread using the cutter built into the slit  
in the bobbin winder seat, the thread  
may become tangled in the bobbin or the  
needle may bend or break when the  
bobbin thread starts to run out.  
Remove the spool for the bobbin thread from  
the spool pin, and then close the top cover.  
q
Slide the sewing speed controller to the right.  
m
Memo  
z When the sewing machine is started or the  
handwheel is turned after winding the  
bobbin, the machine will make a clicking  
sound; this is not a malfunction.  
1
a
Speed controller  
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Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that  
the thread unrolls to the left.  
d
Installing the bobbin  
Install the bobbin wound with thread.  
1
CAUTION  
● Use a bobbin that has been correctly  
wound with thread, otherwise the needle  
may break or the thread tension will be  
incorrect.  
• Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly.  
CAUTION  
● Be sure to install the bobbin so that the  
thread unwinds in the correct direction,  
otherwise the thread may break or the  
●
The bobbin was designed specifically for  
this sewing machine. If bobbins from other  
models are used, the machine will not  
operate correctly. Use only the included  
bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part  
code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151).  
thread tension will be incorrect.  
Memo  
z The order that the bobbin thread should be  
passed through the bobbin case is indicated  
by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to  
thread the machine as indicated.  
Actual size  
11.5 mm  
(7/16 inch)  
This model  
Other model  
Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right.  
a
1
2
Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right  
hand, and then guide the thread as shown with  
your left hand.  
e
a
b
Bobbin cover  
Latch  
X The bobbin cover opens.  
Remove the bobbin cover.  
b
c
Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold  
the end of the thread with your left.  
CAUTION  
●
When installing the bobbin, be sure to hold  
it down with your finger. If the bobbin is  
not correctly installed, the thread tension  
will be incorrect.  
• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.  
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Pass the thread through the slot as shown, and  
then pull the thread out toward the front.  
Reattach the bobbin cover.  
f
g
Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the  
bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on  
the right side.  
2
1
1
a
Cutter  
X The cutter cuts the thread.  
X The bobbin threading is finished.  
Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with  
the procedure in “Upper Threading” (page 29).  
Note  
z Make sure that the thread is correctly  
inserted through the tension-adjusting spring  
of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted  
correctly, reinsert the thread.  
Memo  
z You can begin sewing without pulling up the  
bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the  
bobbin thread before starting to sew, pull up  
the thread according to the procedure in  
“Pulling up the bobbin thread” (page 36).  
1
a
Tension-adjusting spring  
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Upper Threading  
This section describes how to position the spool for the upper thread, and then thread the needle.  
1
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.  
About the spool of thread  
Threading the upper thread  
Information about the spools of thread is described  
below.  
Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then  
thread the machine.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
CAUTION  
a
● Three spool cap sizes are available,  
allowing you to choose a spool cap that  
best fits the size of spool being used. If the  
spool cap is too small for the spool being  
used, the thread may catch on the slit in  
the spool or the needle may break.  
Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser  
foot.  
b
a
a
Presser foot lever  
Note  
z If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing  
machine cannot be threaded.  
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Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
Place the spool of thread onto the spool pin.  
Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is  
horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front  
at the bottom.  
c
f
twice to raise the needle.  
1
a
Needle position button  
X The needle is correctly raised when the mark on  
the handwheel is at the top, as shown below.  
Check the handwheel and, if this mark is not at  
CAUTION  
this position, press  
until it is.  
(Needle position button)  
● If the spool or the spool cap is not  
positioned correctly, the thread may  
become tangled around the spool pin or  
the needle may break.  
1
Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.  
g
Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the  
right, as shown, with the rounded side on the  
left.  
a
Mark on handwheel  
Open the top cover.  
d
While holding the thread lightly with your  
right hand, pull the thread with your left hand,  
and then pass the thread behind the thread  
guide cover and to the front.  
h
Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the  
spool pin.  
e
1
1
2
a
b
Spool pin  
Spool cap  
a
Thread guide cover  
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Pass the thread under the thread guide plate,  
and then pull it up.  
Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread  
guide.  
i
k
The thread can easily be passed behind the  
needle bar thread guide by holding the thread  
in your left hand, then feeding the thread with  
your right hand, as shown.  
1
1
1
a
Thread guide plate  
While using your right hand to lightly hold the  
thread passed under the thread guide plate,  
pass the thread through the guides in the order  
shown below.  
j
a
Needle bar thread guide  
1
a
Shutter  
Note  
z If the presser foot has been lowered and the  
shutter is closed, the machine cannot be  
threaded. Be sure to raise the presser foot  
and open the shutter before threading the  
machine. In addition, before removing the  
upper thread, be sure to raise the presser foot  
and open the shutter.  
z This machine is equipped with a window  
that allows you to check the position of the  
take-up lever. Look through this window and  
check that the thread is correctly fed through  
the take-up lever.  
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Note  
Threading the needle  
z If the thread is pulled through and cannot be  
cut correctly, lower the presser foot so that  
the thread is held in place before cutting the  
thread. If this operation is performed, skip  
This section describes how to thread the needle.  
step  
c
.
Memo  
z When using thread that quickly winds off the  
spool, such as metallic thread, it may be  
difficult to thread the needle if the thread is  
cut.  
z
The needle threader can be used with sewing  
machine needles 75/11 through 100/16.  
z Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker  
cannot be used with the needle threader.  
z The needle threader cannot be used with the  
wing needle or the twin needle.  
z If the needle threader cannot be used, refer  
to “Threading the needle manually (without  
using the needle threader)” (page 33).  
Therefore, instead of using the thread cutter,  
pull out about 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) of  
thread after passing it through the thread  
guide disks (marked “7”).  
Pull the end of the thread passed through the  
needle bar thread guide to the left, and then  
pass the thread through the thread guide disk  
from the front.  
a
1
1
a
80mm or more  
Lower the presser foot lever to lower the  
presser foot.  
c
1
a
Thread guide disk  
a
Presser foot lever  
Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side  
of the machine.  
Lower the needle threader lever on the left  
side of the machine until it clicks, and then  
slowly return the lever to its original position.  
b
d
1
1
a
Cutter  
a
Needle threader lever  
X The thread is passed through the eye of the  
needle.  
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Note  
Threading the needle manually  
z If the needle was not completely threaded,  
but a loop in the thread was formed in the  
eye of the needle, carefully pull the loop  
through the eye of the needle to pull out the  
end of the thread.  
(
without using the needle threader)  
When using special thread, thread with a thickness of  
130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle  
which cannot be used with the needle threader,  
thread the needle as described below.  
1
Thread the machine to the needle bar thread  
guide.  
a
• For details, refer to “Upper Threading” (page  
29).  
Lower the presser foot lever.  
b
CAUTION  
● When pulling out the thread, do not pull  
it with extreme force, otherwise the  
needle may break or bend.  
1
Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of the  
a
Pressor foot lever  
e
thread through the presser foot, and then pull  
out about 5 cm of thread toward the rear of  
the machine.  
Pass the thread through the eye of the needle  
from front to back.  
c
1
a
5 cm  
X The upper threading is finished.  
Now that the upper threading and the lower  
threading are finished, you are ready to  
begin sewing.  
Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of the  
thread through the presser foot, and then pull  
out about 5 cm of thread toward the rear of  
the machine.  
d
Note  
z If the needle is not raised, the needle  
threader cannot thread the needle. Be sure  
to press  
(Needle position button) to  
raise the needle before using the needle  
threader.  
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Insert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin  
winder shaft.  
d
Using the twin needle  
Insert the extra spool pin so that it is  
perpendicular to the bobbin winder shaft.  
With the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines  
of the same stitch with two different threads. Both  
upper threads should have the same thickness and  
1
quality. Be sure to use the twin needle, the extra  
spool pin and the spool cap.  
For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the  
twin needle, refer to “Stitch Setting Chart” (page 68).  
a
Bobbin winder shaft  
Swing down the spool pin so that it is  
horizontal.  
e
CAUTION  
● Only use the twin needle (part code:  
X59296-151). Use of any other needle  
may bend the needle or damage the  
machine.  
● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can  
easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.  
Place the upper thread spool for the needle on  
the right side onto the extra spool pin, and  
then secure it with the spool cap.  
The thread should unroll from the top front of  
the spool.  
f
Install the twin needle.  
a
• For details on installing a needle, refer to  
“Replacing the needle” (page 40).  
1
2
Thread the upper thread for the left needle  
eye.  
b
c
• For details, refer to steps  
a
through  
k
of  
“Threading the upper thread” (page 29).  
Manually thread the left needle with the upper  
thread.  
a
b
Spool cap  
Spool  
Pass the thread through the eye of the needle  
from the front.  
• The needle threader cannot be used with the  
twin needle. If the needle threader is used  
with the twin needle, the sewing machine  
may be damaged.  
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Thread the upper thread in the same way that  
the upper thread for the left side was threaded.  
Turn on the sewing machine and select a stitch.  
g
j
• For stitch selection see “Selecting stitching”  
(page 49).  
1
• See “Stitch Setting Chart” (page 68) for  
stitches that use a twin needle.  
1
Note  
z When using the pintuck foot (sold  
separately) to sew straight pintucks with the  
twin needle, select the stitch with the center  
needle position.  
a
Thread guide cover  
• For details, refer to steps  
h
through  
j
of  
“Threading the upper thread” (page 30).  
CAUTION  
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.  
h
● When using the twin needle, be sure to  
select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the  
needle may break or the machine may be  
damaged.  
Press  
.
k
• The needle threader cannot be used with the  
twin needle. If the needle threader is used  
with the twin needle, the sewing machine  
may be damaged.  
X The screen for setting the twin needle  
appears.  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
i
• For details on changing the presser foot, refer  
to “Replacing the Presser Foot” (page 42).  
Press  
.
l
CAUTION  
● When using the twin needle, be sure to  
attach zigzag foot “J”. If bunched stitches  
occur, use presser foot “N” or attach  
stabilizer material.  
X
displays in reverse highlight.  
• If pressed again, it returns to  
.
The twin needle can now be used.  
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Press (Back key).  
m
Pulling up the bobbin thread  
X The initial screen appears again, and  
appears.  
When making gathers or before free-motion quilting,  
first pull up the bobbin thread as described below.  
Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.  
a
• Refer to steps  
a
through  
e
of “Installing the  
bobbin” (page 27).  
Pass the bobbin thread through the slot.  
Do not cut the thread with the cutter.  
b
CAUTION  
● When using the twin needle, be sure to  
select the twin needle setting, otherwise  
the needle may break or the machine may  
be damaged.  
While lightly holding the upper thread with  
c
your left hand, press  
(Needle position  
button) twice to raise the needle.  
Start sewing.  
n
a
• For details on starting to sew, refer to  
“Starting to sew” (page 51).  
X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to  
each other.  
a
Needle position button  
X The bobbin thread is looped around the  
upper thread and can be pulled up.  
Carefully pull the upper thread upward to pull  
out the end of the bobbin thread.  
d
Note  
z When changing the sewing direction, press  
(Needle position button) to raise the  
needle from the fabric, and then raise the  
presser foot lever and turn the fabric.  
CAUTION  
● Do not try turning the fabric with the  
twin needle left down in the fabric,  
otherwise the needle may break or the  
machine may be damaged.  
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Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the  
bobbin thread under the presser foot toward  
e
the rear of the machine.  
1
Reattach the bobbin cover.  
Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the  
f
bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on  
the right side.  
2
1
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Replacing the Needle  
This section describes how to replace the needle.  
Needle precautions  
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these  
precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to  
read and carefully follow the instructions below.  
CAUTION  
● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or  
damage the machine.  
● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.  
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Needle types and their uses  
The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the  
following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.  
1
Thread  
Fabric Type/Application  
Broadcloth  
Size of Needle  
Type  
Size  
60–80  
50  
Cotton thread  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
Medium weight  
fabrics  
Taffeta  
Flannel, Gabardine  
Lawn  
75/11–90/14  
Cotton thread  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
60–80  
Thin fabrics  
Georgette  
Challis, Satin  
Denim  
65/9–75/11  
50  
Cotton thread  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
30–50  
Thick fabrics  
Corduroy  
Tweed  
90/14–100/16  
50  
Jersey  
Ball point needle  
(gold colored)  
75/11–90/14  
Stretch fabrics  
Thread for knits  
50–60  
Tricot  
Cotton thread  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
50–80  
50  
Easily frayed fabrics  
65/9–90/14  
Synthetic thread  
Silk thread  
For top-stitching  
30  
90/14–100/16  
■ Thread and needle number  
• A 75/11 needle is already installed when the  
sewing machine is purchased.  
The lower the thread number is, the larger the  
thread, and the larger the needle number, the  
larger the needle.  
CAUTION  
● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle  
combinations are shown in the table  
above. If the combination of the fabric,  
thread and needle is not correct,  
■ Ball point needle (gold colored)  
To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles  
with stretch fabrics.  
particularly when sewing thick fabrics  
(such as denim) with thin needles (such as  
65/9 to 75/11), the needle may bend or  
break. In addition, the stitching may be  
uneven or puckered or there may be  
skipped stitches.  
■ Transparent nylon thread  
Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the  
fabric or thread.  
■ Embroidery needles  
Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When  
embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use  
a 90/14 or 100/16 home sewing machine needle.  
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Checking the needle  
Replacing the needle  
Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous  
since the needle may break while the machine is  
being operated.  
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the  
needle on a flat surface and check that the distance  
between the needle and the flat surface is even.  
Replace the needle as described below. Use the  
screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to  
be straight according to the instructions in “Checking  
the needle”.  
Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
a
twice to raise the needle.  
1
2
1
a
Needle position button  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
b
Flat side  
Needle type marking  
b
CAUTION  
● If the distance between the needle and the flat  
surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not  
use a bent needle.  
CAUTION  
● Before replacing the needle, be sure to  
turn off the sewing machine, otherwise  
injuries may occur if  
(Start/stop  
button) is accidentally pressed and the  
machine starts sewing.  
1
Lower the presser foot lever.  
c
1
1
a
Flat surface  
a
Presser foot lever  
Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to  
cover the hole in the needle plate.  
d
Note  
z Before replacing the needle, cover the hole  
in the needle plate with fabric or paper to  
prevent the needle from falling into the  
machine.  
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Hold the needle with your left hand, and then  
use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp  
screw toward you (counterclockwise) to  
remove the needle.  
While holding the needle with your left hand,  
use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp  
screw.  
e
g
1
1
Install the twin needle in the same way.  
2
a
b
Screwdriver  
Needle clamp screw  
• Do not apply a strong force when loosening  
or tightening the needle clamp screw,  
otherwise certain parts of the sewing  
machine may be damaged.  
CAUTION  
● Be sure to insert the needle until it  
touches the needle stopper and securely  
tighten the needle clamp screw with the  
screwdriver, otherwise the needle may  
break or damage may result.  
With the flat side of the needle toward the rear  
of the machine, insert the needle until it  
touches the needle stopper.  
f
1
a
Needle stopper  
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Replacing the Presser Foot  
This section describes how to replace the presser foot.  
Presser foot precautions  
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet.  
CAUTION  
● Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the  
needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break.  
● Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser  
foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
c
Replacing the presser foot  
Replace the presser foot as described below.  
Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
a
twice to raise the needle.  
a
a
Presser foot lever  
X The presser foot is raised.  
1
Press the black button at the back of the  
presser foot holder.  
d
a
a
Needle position button  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
b
b
a
b
Black button  
Presser foot holder  
CAUTION  
X The presser foot holder releases the presser  
● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure  
foot.  
to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise  
injuries may occur if  
(Start/stop  
button) is accidentally pressed and the  
machine starts sewing.  
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Place a different presser foot below the holder  
so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the  
notch in the holder.  
e
Note  
z When a stitch is selected, the icon for the  
presser foot that should be used appears in  
the screen. Check that the correct presser  
foot is attached before starting to sew. If the  
wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the  
sewing machine, attach the correct presser  
foot, and then select the desired stitch again.  
Position the presser foot so the letter indicating  
the presser foot type (A, G, I, J, M, N or R) is  
positioned to be read.  
1
a
b
c
a
b
c
Presser foot holder  
Notch  
Pin  
Buttonhole foot "A"  
Overcasting foot "G"  
Zigzag foot "J"  
Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the  
presser foot pin snaps into the notch in the  
presser foot holder.  
f
Button fitting foot "M"  
Monogramming foot "N"  
Blind stitch foot "R"  
Side cutter "S"  
1
z For details on the presser foot that should be  
used with the selected stitch, refer to “Stitch  
Setting Chart” (page 68).  
a
Presser foot lever  
X The presser foot is attached.  
Raise the presser foot lever to check that the  
presser foot is securely attached.  
g
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Hold the presser foot holder in place with your  
right hand, and then tighten the screw using  
the screwdriver in your left hand.  
c
Removing and attaching the  
presser foot holder  
Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the  
sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that  
does not use the presser foot holder, such as the  
embroidery foot and quilting foot. Use the  
screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.  
1
Remove the presser foot.  
a
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
a
Screwdriver  
foot” (page 42).  
Use the screwdriver to loosen the presser foot  
holder screw.  
Note  
b
z If the presser foot holder is not correctly  
installed, the thread tension will be  
incorrect.  
b
a
c
a
b
c
Screwdriver  
Presser foot holder  
Presser foot holder screw  
■ Attaching the presser foot holder  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
a
Align the presser foot holder with the lower-  
left side of the presser bar.  
b
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Sewing Cylindrical Pieces  
Free-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy.  
1
Free-arm sewing  
Removing the flat bed attachment allows for free-arm  
sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces  
such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs.  
Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left.  
a
X With the flat bed attachment removed, free-  
arm sewing is possible.  
Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the  
arm, and then sew from the top.  
b
When you are finished with free-arm sewing,  
install the flat bed attachment back in its  
c
original position.  
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SEWING BASICS  
The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter.  
Sewing.....................................................................................................................48  
General sewing procedure .................................................................................48  
Selecting stitching ..............................................................................................49  
Positioning the fabric .........................................................................................50  
Starting to sew ...................................................................................................51  
Securing the stitching.........................................................................................53  
Cutting the thread..............................................................................................54  
Setting the Stitch .....................................................................................................56  
Adjusting the stitch width ..................................................................................56  
Adjusting the stitch length..................................................................................57  
Adjusting the thread tension ..............................................................................57  
Useful Functions......................................................................................................59  
Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches........................................59  
Automatically cutting the thread........................................................................60  
Mirroring stitches...............................................................................................61  
Useful Sewing Tips ..................................................................................................62  
Trial sewing........................................................................................................62  
Changing the sewing direction...........................................................................62  
Sewing curves ....................................................................................................62  
Adjusting the presser foot pressure ....................................................................62  
Sewing thick fabrics ...........................................................................................63  
Sewing thin fabrics.............................................................................................64  
Sewing stretch fabrics ........................................................................................64  
Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics..........................................................................64  
Sewing an even seam allowance ........................................................................64  
Hands-free raising and lifting of the presser foot ...............................................65  
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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. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.  
● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break or  
bend.  
General sewing procedure  
Follow the basic procedures below to sew.  
Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine,  
1
2
Turn on the machine.  
Select the stitch.  
refer to “Turning on the machine” (page 17).  
↓
Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on  
selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 49).  
↓
Attach the presser foot appropriate for the stitch. (Be sure to turn off the  
machine before replacing the presser foot.) For details on replacing the  
presser foot, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 42).  
3
4
Attach the presser foot.  
Position the fabric.  
↓
Place the area to be sewn under the presser foot. Be sure that the fabric  
pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of  
the fabric are aligned correctly. For details on positioning the fabric,  
refer to “Positioning the fabric” (page 50).  
↓
Start sewing. For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to sew”  
(page 51).  
5
6
Start sewing.  
↓
Cut the thread at the end of sewing. For details on cutting the thread,  
refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 54).  
Cut the thread.  
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Selecting stitching  
Stitches are selected using LCD operations. There are  
71 utility stitches. Right after turning the power on,  
the straight stitch (left needle position) is selected.  
The machine can also be set to select the straight  
stitch (center needle position). For details on  
changing the setting, refer to page 19.  
Determine the stitch to be used, and get the  
matching presser foot ready.  
a
2
11  
• Refer to “Stitch Setting Chart” (page 68).  
†
Example:  
is selected:  
Attach the presser foot.  
The machine comes with zigzag foot “J”  
attached.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
CAUTION  
X The stitch is selected, and the stitch number  
and settings are displayed.  
● Use the presser foot appropriate for the  
stitch. If the wrong presser foot is used,  
the needle may hit the presser foot and  
break or bend.  
If necessary, specify the setting for automatic  
reverse/reinforcement stitching and adjust the  
stitch length, etc.  
e
Turn on the sewing machine.  
c
Memo  
z
Uses of stitches and other stitch selections are  
explained in “UTILITY STITCHES” (page 67).  
z Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching  
and other settings are explained in “Useful  
Functions” (page 59).  
z The procedures for specifying the thread  
tension are described in “Adjusting the  
thread tension” (page 57).  
z Procedures for changing the stitch width and  
length are described in “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56) and “Adjusting the stitch  
length” (page 57).  
X The straight stitch (left needle position) is  
shown selected in the LCD.  
• When an animation is displayed on the  
screen, touch the screen with your finger.  
Select a stitch.  
d
(Previous page key) displays the previous  
screen, and  
next screen.  
(Next page key) displays the  
Note  
z When a stitch is selected, the icon for the  
presser foot that should be used appears on  
the screen. For details, refer to “Replacing  
the presser foot” (page 42). Check that the  
correct presser foot is attached before  
starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is  
installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach  
the correct presser foot, and then select the  
desired stitch again.  
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While holding the end of the thread and the  
fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel  
d
Positioning the fabric  
toward you (counterclockwise) with your right  
hand to lower the needle to the starting point  
of the stitching.  
Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct  
order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric  
are aligned correctly.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
b
twice to raise the needle.  
1
a
Needle position button  
Lower the presser foot lever.  
Place the fabric under the presser foot.  
e
c
• If the seam allowance is positioned on the  
right side, sewing in a straight line is easier  
and the extra fabric does not get in the way.  
1
a
Presser foot lever  
X The fabric is now positioned to be sewn.  
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Starting to sew  
Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the  
sewing machine. The sewing speed can be adjusted  
using either the sewing speed controller or the foot  
controller.  
• If you continue to hold the  
button) pressed immediately after the sewing  
starts, the machine will sew at a slow speed.  
(Start/stop  
Note  
z When the foot controller is plugged in,  
(Start/stop button) cannot be used to start or  
stop sewing.  
2
When the end of the stitching is reached, press  
(Start/stop button) once.  
c
■ Using the operation button  
X The machine stops sewing with the needle  
Sewing can be started and stopped using the  
down (in the fabric).  
operation button  
(Start/stop button).  
When you have finished sewing, press  
(Needle position button).  
d
e
Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or  
right to select the desired sewing speed.  
Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to  
sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed  
controller to the right to sew at a faster speed.  
a
X The needle is raised.  
Cut the threads.  
• For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page  
54).  
1
Note  
z This machine will automatically stop when  
the bobbin becomes almost empty. When  
the machine stops, replace the bobbin  
thread, and then press  
to begin sewing again.  
(Start/stop button)  
a
Sewing speed controller  
Press  
(Start/stop button) once.  
■ Using the foot controller  
b
Sewing can be started and stopped using the foot  
controller.  
1
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
Start/stop button  
a
When connecting the foot controller, be sure to  
turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent  
the machine from accidentally being started.  
X The machine starts sewing.  
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Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on  
the right side of the sewing machine.  
b
1
Slower  
Faster  
• Slowly press down on the foot controller.  
Pressing it down hard starts sewing too  
quickly.  
X The machine starts sewing.  
a
Foot controller jack  
When the end of the stitching is reached,  
completely release the foot controller.  
f
Note  
(For U.S.A. only)  
X The machine stops sewing with the needle  
z Foot controller: Model T  
lowered (in the fabric).  
This foot controller can be used on this  
machine model NV1200.  
When you have finished sewing, press  
(Needle position button).  
g
h
X The needle is raised.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
c
Cut the threads.  
•
For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page  
54).  
Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or  
right to select the foot controller's maximum  
sewing speed.  
Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to  
select a lower maximum sewing speed, or slide  
the speed controller to the right to select a  
higher maximum sewing speed.  
d
Memo  
z When the foot controller is plugged in,  
(Start/stop button) cannot be used to start or  
stop sewing.  
z When sewing is stopped, the needle remains  
lowered (in the fabric). The machine can be  
set so that the needle will stay up when  
sewing is stopped. For details on setting the  
machine so that the needle stays up when  
sewing is stopped, refer to “Changing the  
machine settings” (page 19).  
1
CAUTION  
●
Do not allow thread or dust to accumulate  
in the foot controller, otherwise a fire or  
an electric shock may occur.  
a
Sewing speed controller  
Once you are ready to start sewing, slowly  
press down on the foot controller.  
Pressing down on the foot controller increases  
the sewing speed; releasing the pressure on the  
foot controller decreases the sewing speed.  
e
● Do not place objects on the foot  
controller, otherwise damage to the  
machine or injuries may occur.  
● If the machine is not to be used for a long  
period of time, unplug the foot controller,  
otherwise a fire or an electric shock may  
occur.  
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Securing the stitching  
When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at  
the end of an opening or where seams do not  
overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement  
stitching to secure the end of the thread.  
1
Lower the needle into the fabric at the  
beginning of the stitching, and then lower the  
a
presser foot lever.  
a
Reverse/reinforcement stitch button  
2
X While  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch  
button) is held down, reverse stitches are  
sewn.  
After sewing back to the beginning of the  
d
e
stitching, release  
stitch button).  
(Reverse/reinforcement  
X The machine stops sewing.  
Press  
(Start/stop button), or press down  
on the foot controller.  
X The machine starts sewing in the normal  
Press  
the foot controller.  
(Start/stop button) or press down on  
sewing direction.  
b
At this time, if  
(Start/stop button) is held  
down, the machine sews at a slow speed.  
1
When the end of the stitching is reached, press  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button).  
f
a
Start/stop button  
Keep  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)  
held down until 3 to 5 reverse stitches are  
sewn.  
• For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page  
51).  
X While  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch  
X The machine starts sewing.  
button) is held down, reverse stitches are  
sewn.  
After sewing 3 to 5 stitches, press  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button).  
c
Keep  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)  
held down until you reach the beginning of the  
stitching.  
• The machine sews at a slow speed when  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) is held  
down.  
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After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn,  
g
release  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch  
Cutting the thread  
button).  
When you have finished sewing, cut the threads.  
X The machine stops sewing.  
■ Using the thread cutter button  
Press  
(Start/stop button), or press down on  
h
the foot controller.  
At this time, if  
down, the machine sews at a slow speed.  
When you wish to finish the stitching, press  
(Start/stop button) is held  
a
(Thread cutter button) once.  
X The machine starts sewing in the normal  
sewing direction.  
After sewing to the end of the stitching, the  
sewing machine stops.  
i
Release  
(Start/stop button) or foot  
1
controller.  
1
a
Thread cutter button  
3
1
X The threads are cut and the needle is raised.  
2
Raise the presser foot lever, then remove the  
fabric.  
b
5
4
6
2
Beginning of stitching  
End of stitching  
a
b
a
■ Sewing stitches  
a
Presser foot lever  
1
3
7
Reverse stitches are set for the  
stitches.  
and  
CAUTION  
When  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button)  
is pressed with stitches other than these,  
reinforcement stitches are used. Reinforcement  
stitches are 3 to 5 stitches sewn on top of each  
other in one place.  
● Do not press  
(Thread cutter button)  
after threads have already been cut,  
otherwise the needle may break, the  
threads may become tangled or damage  
to the machine may occur.  
● Do not press  
(Thread cutter button) if  
there is no fabric under the presser foot or  
while the machine is sewing, otherwise  
damage to the machine may occur.  
1
Reverse stitching  
Reinforcement stitching  
2
a
b
Memo  
z The machine can be set so that the threads  
will be cut when sewing is finished. For  
details on setting the machine so that the  
threads are cut automatically, refer to  
“Automatically cutting the thread” (page  
60).  
Memo  
z
The sewing machine can be set to automatically  
sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the  
beginning and end of the stitching. For details,  
refer to “Automatically sewing reverse/  
reinforcement stitches” (page 59).  
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■ Using the thread cutter  
When sewing with thread thicker than #30, nylon  
or metallic threads, or other special threads, use  
the thread cutter on the side of the machine to cut  
the threads.  
When you wish to finish the stitching and the  
sewing machine is stopped, press  
a
(Needle position button) once to raise the  
needle.  
2
1
a
Needle position button  
X The needle is raised.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
b
a
a
Presser foot lever  
Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine,  
and then pass the threads through the thread  
cutter to cut them.  
c
1
a
Thread cutter  
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Setting the Stitch  
This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension  
for each stitch.However, you can change any of the settings by pressing  
following the procedure described in this section.  
in the screen, then  
Note  
z If the thread tension cannot be adjusted as desired, refer to “Troubleshooting” (page 184).  
z Settings for some stitches cannot be changed. For details, refer to “Stitch Setting Chart” (page 68).  
z Stitch settings return to their defaults if they are changed, when the machine is turned off or a different  
stitch is selected before the stitch setting is saved.  
Memo  
Adjusting the stitch width  
z
z
Press  
to return the setting to its default.  
If the straight stitch (left needle position or triple  
stretch stitch) was selected, changing the stitch  
width changes the needle position. Increasing  
the width moves the needle to the right;  
The stitch width (zigzag width) can be adjusted to  
make the stitch wider or narrower.  
reducing the width moves the needle to the left.  
z The sewing machine can be set so that the  
stitch width can easily be changed with the  
sewing speed controller. For details, refer to  
“Satin stitching using the sewing speed  
controller” (page 109).  
z
means the setting cannot be adjusted.  
Each press of  
makes the zigzag stitch narrower.  
CAUTION  
● 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.  
Each press of  
makes the zigzag stitch wider.  
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Adjusting the stitch length  
Adjusting the thread tension  
The stitch length can be adjusted to make the stitch  
coarser or finer.  
You may need to change the thread tension,  
depending on the fabric and thread being used.  
2
■ Correct thread tension  
Each press of  
makes the stitch finer (shorter).  
The upper thread and the bobbin thread should  
cross near the center of the fabric. Only the upper  
thread should be visible from the right side of the  
fabric, and only the bobbin thread should be  
visible from the wrong side of the fabric.  
1
2
Each press of  
makes the stitch coarser (longer).  
3
4
a
b
c
d
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
Upper thread  
Bobbin thread  
■ Upper thread is too tight  
If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side  
of the fabric, the upper thread is too tight.  
Memo  
1
2
z Press  
default.  
means the setting cannot be adjusted.  
to return the setting to its  
z
5
3
CAUTION  
4
a
b
c
d
e
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
Upper thread  
Bobbin thread  
The bobbin thread is visible from the right side of  
the fabric.  
● If the stitches are bunched together,  
increase the stitch length. Continuing to  
sew with the stitches bunched together  
may result in the needle bending or  
breaking.  
Each press of  
makes the thread tension looser.  
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■ Upper thread is too loose  
If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side  
of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose.  
5
1
2
3
4
a
b
c
d
e
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
Upper thread  
Bobbin thread  
The upper thread is visible from the wrong side of  
the fabric.  
Each press of  
makes the thread tension tighter.  
to return the setting to its  
Memo  
z Press  
default.  
Note  
z If the upper thread is not threaded correctly  
or the bobbin is not installed correctly, it  
may not be possible to set the correct thread  
tension. If the correct thread tension cannot  
be achieved, rethread the upper thread and  
insert the bobbin correctly.  
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Useful Functions  
Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below.  
Position the fabric under the presser foot, and  
d
then press  
(Start/stop button) once.  
Automatically sewing reverse/  
reinforcement stitches  
The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew  
reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and  
end of the stitching. Whether reverse stitches or  
reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch  
that is selected. For details, refer to “Stitch Setting  
Chart” (page 68).  
2
1
a
Start/stop button  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are  
a
sewn, the machine starts sewing.  
After reaching the end of the stitching, press  
e
(
Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) once.  
This step is not necessary if a stitch such as  
those for sewing buttonholes and bar tacks is  
selected where reinforcement stitches are  
automatically sewn.  
X The LCD comes on.  
Select a stitch.  
b
• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to  
“Selecting stitching” (page 49).  
Press  
on the LCD.  
1
c
a
Reverse/reinforcement stitch button  
X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are  
sewn, the sewing machine stops.  
X It turns to  
, and the sewing machine is set  
for automatic reverse/reinforcement  
stitching.  
• To turn automatic reverse/reinforcement  
Memo  
stitching off, press  
.
z Reverse/reinforcement stitches will not be  
sewn if  
(Start/stop button) is pressed at  
• When the sewing machine is turned off, the  
automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching  
setting is cancelled.  
the end of the stitching. Be sure to press  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) at the  
end of the stitching.  
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Set the fabric in place, and press  
stop button) once.  
(Start/  
d
Automatically cutting the  
thread  
The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut  
the threads at the end of the stitching. This is called  
“programmed thread-cutting”. If programmed thread-  
cutting is set, automatic reverse/reinforcement  
stitching is also set.  
1
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
a
Start/stop button  
X Stitching starts after reverse stitching or  
reinforcement stitching.  
Once you have reached the end of the  
X The LCD comes on.  
e
stitching, press  
(Reverse/reinforcement  
stitch button) once.  
Select a stitch.  
If stitching, such as buttonholes and bar  
tacking, that includes reinforcement stitching  
has been selected, this operation is  
unnecessary.  
b
• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to  
“Selecting stitching” (page 49).  
Press  
on the screen.  
X After the reverse stitching or reinforcement  
stitching has been done, the sewing machine  
stops, and the thread is cut.  
c
X You get  
, and the sewing machine is  
set for programmed thread-cutting and  
automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching.  
The thread is cut here.  
Memo  
z Programmed thread-cutting will not be  
• To turn programmed thread cutting off, press  
.
performed if  
(Start/stop button) is  
(Reverse/  
pressed while sewing. Press  
reinforcement stitch button) at the end of the  
stitching.  
z If the power is turned off, programmed  
thread-cutting will be turned off.  
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Mirroring stitches  
You can sew the mirror image of a stitch horizontally  
(left and right).  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
2
X The LCD comes on.  
Select a stitch.  
b
• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to  
“Selecting stitching” (page 49).  
Press  
on the screen.  
c
X It turns to  
, and the pattern displayed at  
the top of the screen is mirrored.  
• To turn the mirrored stitching off, press  
.
Memo  
z Mirroring is not possible for buttonholes and  
other stitches where  
shows.  
z When the sewing machine is turned off, the  
mirroring setting is cancelled.  
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Useful Sewing Tips  
Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips  
when sewing your project.  
Trial sewing  
Sewing curves  
After you have set up the machine with the thread  
and needle appropriate for the type of fabric being  
sewn, the machine automatically sets the thread  
tension and stitch length and width for the stitch that  
is selected. However, a trial piece of fabric should be  
sewn since, depending on the type of fabric and  
stitching being sewn, the desired results may not be  
achieved.  
Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing  
direction to sew around the curve. For details on  
sewing with an even seam allowance, refer to  
“Sewing an even seam allowance” (page 64).  
For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and thread  
that are the same as those used for your project, and  
check the thread tension and stitch length and width.  
Since the results differ depending on the type of  
stitching and the number of layers of fabric sewn,  
perform the trial sewing under the same conditions  
that will be used with your project.  
When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag  
stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain  
a finer stitch.  
Changing the sewing direction  
Adjusting the presser foot pressure  
When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the  
sewing machine.  
Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the  
needle remained up when the machine stopped  
The presser foot pressure (the amount of pressure  
applied to the fabric by the presser foot) can be  
adjusted. For best results, reduce the pressure when  
sewing stretch or thin fabrics, and increase the  
pressure when sewing thick fabrics.  
a
sewing, press  
(Needle position button) to  
lower the needle.  
Lower the presser foot lever to lower the  
presser foot.  
a
Raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the  
fabric.  
b
Turn the fabric using the needle as a pivot.  
1
a
Presser foot lever  
Lower the presser foot lever and continue  
sewing.  
c
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Turn the presser foot pressure dial at the back  
of the machine to adjust the pressure of the  
presser foot.  
The presser foot pressure can be set to one of  
four levels (between 1 and 4). The larger the  
setting, the stronger the pressure. Use setting 1  
or 2 for thick fabrics, use setting 4 for thinner  
fabrics.  
When you encounter a seam that is too thick  
to feed under the foot, raise the presser foot  
lever.  
b
a
b
Press the black button (presser foot holding  
pin) on the left side of zigzag foot “J”. Keep  
the button held in and lower the presser foot.  
2
1
a
Presser foot holding pin  
X Release the button. The foot will lock in  
place level with the seam, allowing the  
fabric to feed.  
When you are finished sewing, reset the dial to  
3 (standard).  
c
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.  
X Once the trouble spot has been passed, the  
foot will return to its normal position.  
CAUTION  
●
If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inch)  
thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with  
too much force, the needle may bend or  
break.  
■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does  
not feed at the beginning of stitching  
Zigzag foot “J” is equipped with a feature that  
keeps the presser foot level.  
a
a
Sewing direction  
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Sewing an even seam  
allowance  
Sewing thin fabrics  
When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become  
misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this  
occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under  
the fabric and sew it together with the fabric. When  
you have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper.  
To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam  
allowance is to the right of the presser foot, and the  
edge of the fabric is aligned with either the right edge  
of the presser foot or a marking on the needle plate.  
■ Aligning the fabric with the presser foot  
Sew while keeping the right edge of the presser  
foot a fixed distance from the edge of the fabric.  
1
1
2
a
Stabilizer material or paper  
Sewing stretch fabrics  
a
b
Seam  
Presser foot  
First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew  
without stretching the fabric.  
■ Aligning the fabric with the stitch guide foot  
Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric  
aligned with a desired position of markings on the  
stitch guide foot.  
1
1
2
3
a
Basting  
Besides, using the stretch stitching or the thread for  
knits gives an attractive finishes.  
a
b
c
Seam  
Stitch guide foot  
Markings  
Sewing leathers or vinyl  
fabrics  
When sewing the fabrics that may stick to the presser  
foot such as leathers or coated fabrics, change the  
presser foot to the non stick foot.  
1
a
Leather  
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■ Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking  
Hands-free raising and lifting  
of the presser foot  
The markings on the needle plate show the  
distance from the needle position of a seam sewn  
with the straight stitch (left needle position). Sew  
while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with  
a marking in the needle plate. The distance  
between the markings in the upper scale is  
1/8 inch (3 mm) and the distance between the  
markings in the grid is 5 mm (3/16 inch).  
Using the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the  
presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free  
to handle the fabric.  
5
2
■ Installing the knee lifter  
1
4
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
2
3
6
Insert the knee lifter into the mounting slot on  
the front of the sewing machine in the lower-  
b
right corner.  
Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the  
notches in the mounting slot, and then insert  
the knee lifter as far as possible.  
a
b
c
d
e
f
Seam  
Presser foot  
Centimeters  
Inches  
Needle plate  
1.6 cm (5/8 inch)  
Note  
z If the knee lifter is not fully inserted into the  
mounting slot, it may fall out while the  
sewing machine is operating.  
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■ Using the knee lifter  
Stop the sewing machine.  
a
• Do not use the knee lifter while the sewing  
machine is operating.  
With your knee, press the knee lifter to the  
right.  
b
Keep the knee lifter pressed to the right.  
X The presser foot is raised.  
Release the knee lifter.  
c
X The presser foot is lowered.  
CAUTION  
● While sewing, keep your knee away from  
the knee lifter. If the knee lifter is pressed  
while the sewing machine is operating,  
the needle may break or the machine may  
be damaged.  
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UTILITY STITCHES  
The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter.  
Stitch Setting Chart .............................68 Appliqué, Patchwork and  
Quilt Stitching .................................... 103  
Utility stitches................................68  
Other stitches.................................72  
Selecting Stitching...............................75  
Appliqué stitching ........................104  
Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching..105  
Piecing..........................................105  
Quilting........................................107  
Free-motion quilting.....................108  
Satin stitching using the sewing  
Stitch types.....................................75  
Selecting stitching ..........................75  
Saving stitch settings ......................77  
Overcasting Stitches............................79  
speed controller ...........................109  
Reinforcement Stitching....................111  
Triple stretch stitching..................111  
Bar tack stitching..........................111  
Darning .............................................113  
Eyelet Stitching..................................115  
Horizontal Stitching ..........................116  
Decorative Stitching..........................118  
Sewing overcasting stitches  
using overcasting foot “G”.............79  
Sewing overcasting stitches  
using zigzag foot “J” ......................80  
Sewing overcasting stitches  
using the side cutter.......................81  
Basic Stitching.....................................83  
Basting ...........................................83  
Basic stitching ................................83  
Blind Hem Stitching ............................85  
Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing....87  
Buttonhole sewing..........................88  
Button sewing ................................92  
Zipper Insertion...................................94  
Fagoting........................................119  
Scallop stitching ...........................120  
Smocking......................................120  
Shell tuck stitching .......................121  
Joining..........................................122  
Heirloom stitching........................123  
Sewing the Various Built-in  
Inserting a centered zipper ............94  
Inserting a side zipper....................96  
Zipper/piping Insertion .......................99  
Inserting a centered zipper ............99  
Inserting a piping .........................100  
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and  
Decorative Patterns...........................126  
Sewing beautiful patterns.............126  
Sewing patterns............................126  
Changing the pattern size.............127  
Changing the stitch density ..........127  
Changing the length  
for satin stitches ...........................128  
Shifting patterns ...........................129  
Combining patterns......................130  
Storing patterns............................133  
Elastic Tape..........................................101  
Stretch stitching ...........................101  
Elastic attaching ...........................101  
Realigning the pattern ..................134  
Designing a Pattern  
(My Custom Stitch)............................137  
Drawing a sketch of the pattern...137  
Entering the pattern data..............138  
Examples of designs......................140  
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Stitch Setting Chart  
Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility  
stitches in the following table.  
Utility stitches  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Reverse/  
Reinforcement  
Stitching  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
2.5  
Manual  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Basic stitching, sewing gathers  
or pintucks, etc.  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
0.2–5.0  
Yes  
J
J
Reverse  
No  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Straight  
Basic stitching and sewing  
gathers or pintucks  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
Yes  
Reinforcement Yes  
stitch  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Attaching zippers, basic  
J/I stitching, sewing gathers or  
pintucks, etc.  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
Yes  
Reverse  
No  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Attaching sleeves, sewing  
inseams, sewing stretch fabrics  
and decorative stitching  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.5–4.0  
Yes  
Triple stretch stitch  
Stretch stitch  
J
J
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Sewing stretch fabrics and  
decorative stitching  
1.0  
1.0–3.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
20  
5–30  
Basting stitch  
J
Temporarily securing  
No Reinforcement No  
Yes  
(3/4) (3/16–1-3/16)  
Overcasting and attaching  
appliqués  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
J
Reverse  
No  
(J)  
Zigzag  
stitch  
Beginning sewing from the right  
needle position  
3.5  
2.5–5.0  
1.4  
0.3–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement Yes  
Reinforcement Yes  
(1/8) (3/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Overcasting on mediumweight  
or stretch fabrics, attaching  
elastic, darning, etc.  
2-point  
zigzag stitch  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
J
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
10  
11  
Overcasting on mediumweight  
or stretch fabrics, attaching  
elastic, darning, etc.  
3-point  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement No  
zigzag stitch  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Overcasting on thin or  
mediumweight fabrics  
3.5  
2.5–5.0  
2.0  
1.0–4.0  
G
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
(1/8) (3/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
5.0  
2.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
G
G
J
Overcasting on thick fabrics  
(3/16) (3/32–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Overcasting on thick fabrics and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
3.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Overcasting stitch  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.5–4.0  
Yes  
Overcasting on stretch fabrics  
Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/32–3/16) (J)  
Overcasting on thick or stretch  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.5–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/32–3/16) (J)  
Overcasting on stretch fabrics  
and decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
4.0  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
J
(3/16) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
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Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Reverse/  
Reinforcement  
Stitching  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
2.0  
Manual  
17  
Blind hem stitching on  
mediumweight fabrics  
1.0–3.5  
R
R
J
00  
00  
3← – →3  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
Blind hem stitch  
18  
19  
20  
Blind hem stitching on stretch  
fabrics  
2.0  
1.0–3.5  
3← – →3  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.6–4.0  
Yes  
Appliqué stitch  
Shell tuck stitch  
Appliqué stitching  
Shell tuck stitching  
Reinforcement No  
(3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Piecing straight stitching (with a  
seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4  
inch) from the right edge of the  
presser foot)  
21  
22  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.0  
0.2–5.0  
J
J
No Reinforcement No  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Piecing straight  
stitch  
3
Piecing straight stitching (with a  
seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4  
inch) from the left edge of the  
presser foot)  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.0  
0.2–5.0  
No Reinforcement Yes  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Straight stitch that  
looks hand-sewn  
(for quilting)  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
Straight stitch quilting that looks  
hand-sewn  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
J
J
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement Yes  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Zigzag stitch  
(for quilting)  
Appliqué quilting, free-motion  
quilting, satin stitching  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
Appliqué stitch  
(for quilting)  
1.5  
0.5–5.0  
1.8  
1.0–4.0  
J
Attaching appliqués and binding  
(1/16) (1/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Quilting stitch  
(for stippling)  
Quilting background stitching  
(stippling)  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0–7.0  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
J
(1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
0.5  
0.1–1.0  
Yes  
Satin scallop stitch  
N
J
Scallop stitching  
Reinforcement No  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16) (J)  
28  
29  
Patchwork stitching and  
decorative stitching  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Patchwork stitching, decorative  
stitching and sewing overcasting  
on both pieces of fabric, such as (3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
with tricot  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
Joining stitch  
J
30  
31  
Patchwork stitching and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
J
J
J
J
J
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Smocking stitching and  
decorative stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
Smocking stitch  
Fagoting stitch  
(1/16) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
32  
33  
34  
Fagoting and decorative  
stitching  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Fagoting and decorative  
stitching  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Elastic-attaching  
stitch  
Attaching elastic to stretch  
fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
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Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Reverse/  
Reinforcement  
Stitching  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
3.0  
Manual  
35  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.0–4.0  
J
Decorative stitching  
Decorative stitching  
Decorative stitching  
No Reinforcement No  
(1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
36  
37  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5 1.0–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement No  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
Yes  
J
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(1/16) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
38  
Decorative stitching and elastic-  
attaching  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
Yes  
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16) (J)  
Lace sewing, decorative  
hemming, heirloom stitching,  
etc.  
39  
40  
41  
3.5  
(1/8)  
1.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.6–4.0  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
(1/16–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative hemming, heirloom  
stitching, etc.  
6.0  
1.5–7.0  
3.0  
1.5–4.0  
(15/64) (1/16–1/4)  
(1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative hemming on thin,  
mediumweight and plain weave  
fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
3.5  
1.5–4.0  
Decorative stitch  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4)  
(1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative hemming on thin,  
mediumweight and plain weave  
fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.  
42  
43  
44  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
4.0  
1.5–4.0  
Yes  
Reinforcement No  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (3/16) 1/16–3/16) (J)  
Decorative hemming on thin,  
mediumweight and plain weave  
fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.5–4.0  
Yes  
Reinforcement No  
Reinforcement No  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Decorative hemming on thin,  
mediumweight and plain weave  
fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
2.0  
1.5–4.0  
Yes  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Decorative hemming, ribbon  
threading, heirloom stitching,  
etc.  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
3.0  
1.5–4.0  
Yes  
Reinforcement No  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4)  
(1/8) (1/16–3/16) (J)  
Decorative stitching, smocking  
stitching, heirloom stitching, etc. (15/64) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
6.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
No Reinforcement No  
Decorative stitching, smocking  
stitching, heirloom stitching, etc. (3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
No Reinforcement No  
Automatic  
Horizontal buttonholes on thin  
and mediumweight fabrics  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
reinforcement  
Horizontal buttonholes on areas  
that are subject to strain  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
Horizontal buttonholes on thick  
fabrics  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
Secured buttonholes for fabrics  
that have backings  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Buttonhole stitch  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
52  
53  
Buttonholes for stretch or knit  
fabrics  
6.0  
3.0–6.0  
1.0  
0.5–2.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(15/54) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/32–1/16)  
6.0  
3.0–6.0  
1.5  
1.0–3.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Buttonholes for stretch fabrics  
Bound buttonholes  
(15/54) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
54  
5.0  
0.0–6.0  
2.0  
0.2–4.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(3/16) (0–15/64) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
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Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Reverse/  
Reinforcement  
Stitching  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
0.5  
Manual  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
Keyhole buttonholes for thick or  
furry fabrics  
7.0  
3.0–7.0  
0.3–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
A
A
A
A
A
A
M
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
(1/4)  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
Keyhole buttonholes for  
mediumweight and thick fabrics (1/4)  
7.0  
3.0–7.0  
0.5  
0.3–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Buttonhole stitch  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
Horizontal buttonholes for thick  
or furry fabrics  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0–7.0  
0.5  
0.3–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
7.0  
(1/4)  
2.5–7.0  
2.0  
0.4–2.5  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Darning mediumweight fabrics  
Darning thick fabrics  
(3/32–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/32)  
Darning stitch  
7.0  
(1/4)  
2.5–7.0  
2.0  
0.4–2.5  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
(3/32–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/32)  
Reinforcing openings and areas  
where the seam easily comes  
loose  
3
2.0  
1.0–3.0  
0.4  
0.3–1.0  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Bar tack stitch  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
61  
3.5  
2.5–4.5  
Button-sewing stitch  
Button sewing  
–
–
No Reinforcement No  
(1/8) (3/32–3/16)  
7.0, 6.0,  
7.0, 6.0,  
5.0 (1/4,  
15/64,  
62  
63  
Sewing eyelets, for example, on  
belts  
7.0  
(1/4)  
5.0 (1/4,  
15/64,  
3/16)  
7.0  
(1/4)  
Automatic  
reinforcement  
Eyelet stitch  
N
No  
No  
3/16)  
Sewing straight stitches while  
cutting the fabric  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–2.5  
(0–3/32)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
S
S
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
No Reinforcement No  
64  
65  
66  
Sewing zigzag stitches while  
cutting the fabric  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5–5.0  
(1/8–3/16) (1/16)  
1.4  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
Overcasting on thin and  
mediumweight fabrics while  
cutting the fabric  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5–5.0 2.0  
(1/8–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
1.0–4.0  
Side cutter  
S
Overcasting on thick fabrics  
while cutting the fabric  
5.0  
3.5–5.0 2.5 1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
S
Overcasting on mediumweight  
and thick fabrics while cutting  
the fabric  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
5.0  
3.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
S
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(straight stitch sewn to the left)  
N
N
N
N
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Horizontal straight  
stitch  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(straight stitch sewn to the right)  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(zigzag stitch sewn to the left)  
Horizontal zigzag  
stitch  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(zigzag stitch sewn to the right)  
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Other stitches  
Stitch Type  
Pattern  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29* 30*  
31**  
Large:  
No  
Decorative  
stitches  
Large,  
Small  
Small:  
Yes  
N
No  
No  
Yes  
(*Not  
possible)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
9
10  
10  
10  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Satin  
stitches  
N
(*Not Large No  
possible)  
(*Not  
(*Not  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17* 18*  
possible) possible)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Yes  
Cross-  
N
N
No  
No  
Large No  
Large,  
(*Not  
Yes  
Yes  
stitches  
11* 12* 13* 14* 15*  
possible)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Decorative  
satin  
stitches  
Yes  
Yes (length  
only)  
Small  
** Pattern for making adjustment  
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Stitch Type  
Pattern  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40  
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50  
51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60  
61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70  
71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80  
81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90  
91 92 93 94 95 96 97  
Character  
stitches  
(Gothic font)  
3
Large,  
Small  
N
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40  
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50  
51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60  
61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70  
71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80  
81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90  
91 92 93 94 95 96 97  
Character  
stitches  
(Script font)  
N
No Large No  
No  
Yes  
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Stitch Type  
Pattern  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40  
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50  
51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60  
61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70  
71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80  
81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90  
91 92 93 94 95 96 97  
Character  
stitches  
(Outline  
style)  
Large,  
Small  
N
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
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Selecting Stitching  
This section provides details on the various types of stitches available and the procedure for selecting a stitch.  
h
Combined utility stitches  
(Can be combined)  
Stitch types  
You can sew with combinations from 39 utility  
stitches.  
A stitch can be selected from the following types  
available.  
For details on the various stitches, refer to “Stitch  
Setting Chart” (page 68).  
i
j
Decorative satin stitches  
(Can be combined)  
There are 10 decorative satin stitches.  
Cross stitches  
(Can be combined)  
a
c
f
i
j
You can select from 15 cross stitches. You can sew  
combinations of multiple decorative stitches.  
k
Patterns stored in the machine's memory  
You can recall a stored pattern. (For details, refer to  
“Storing patterns” (page 133).)  
3
Selecting stitching  
b
d
e
g h  
k
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
a
Utility stitches  
You can select from 71 utility stitches, including  
straight line stitching, overcasting, button holes and  
basic decorative stitches. If this is selected, the  
utility stitch selection appears right after the power  
is turned on.  
• When an animation is displayed on the  
screen, touch the screen with your finger.  
b
c
d
e
f
My Custom Stitch  
You can design original stitches. (For details, refer  
to “Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch)” (page  
137).)  
X The straight stitch (left needle position) is  
shown selected on the screen.  
Character stitches—Gothic font  
(Can be combined)  
There are 97 characters, including letters, symbols  
and numbers, in the Gothic font.  
Press  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
b
panel.  
Character stitches—Script font  
(Can be combined)  
There are 97 characters, including letters, symbols  
and numbers, in the Script font.  
Character stitches—Outline style  
(Can be combined)  
There are 97 characters, including letters, symbols  
and numbers, in the outline style.  
Decorative stitches  
(Can be combined)  
You can select from 31 decorative stitches,  
including leaves, flowers and hearts. You can sew  
combinations of multiple decorative stitches.  
X The screen containing the various types of  
stitches appears.  
g
Satin stitches  
(Can be combined)  
You can select from 18 satin stitches. You can sew  
combinations of multiple decorative stitches.  
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Select the stitch type.  
If necessary, specify the setting for automatic  
reverse/reinforcement stitching and adjust the  
stitch length, etc.  
c
e
†
When a decorative stitch is selected  
• For details on sewing with each of the utility  
stitches, refer to the following pages.  
Note  
z When a stitch is selected, the icon for the  
presser foot that should be used appears on  
the screen. Check that the correct presser  
foot is attached before starting to sew. If the  
wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the  
sewing machine, attach the correct presser  
foot, and then select the desired stitch again.  
X The screen containing the various stitches in  
the selected stitch type appears.  
• To select a different stitch type, press  
(Back key).  
Press the stitch selection.  
d
(Previous page key) displays the previous  
Memo  
screen, and  
next screen.  
(Next page key) displays the  
z For details on adjusting the stitch width and  
length, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width”  
(page 56) and “Adjusting the stitch length”  
(page 57).  
■ Selecting characters  
Three styles of character stitches are available.  
The procedure for selecting a character is the  
same with all styles.  
Follow steps  
(page 75) to display the screen where a stitch  
type can be selected.  
a
and  
b
in “Selecting stitching”  
a
b
k
j
Select the character style.  
i
h
g
a
b
c d e f  
Select the characters.  
a
Decorative stitch selection  
Set width, length and tension  
Large pattern size  
Small pattern size  
Single stitch sewing  
c
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
Repeat sewing  
Horizontal mirror image  
Delete a selected pattern  
Check combined pattern  
Automatic thread cutting  
• If a wrong character was selected, press  
to erase the character, and then select the  
correct character.  
Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch  
• To select a different stitch, press  
remove the selected pattern.  
to  
•
To select a different character style, press  
, and then select the new character style.  
•
Press  
to view a sample of the selected pattern.  
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Example: Bus  
†
Saving stitch settings  
This machine is preset with the default settings for the  
stitch width (zigzag width), stitch length, thread  
tension, programmed thread cutting, and automatic  
reverse/reinforcement stitching for each stitch.  
However, if you wish to save specific settings for a  
stitch so that they can be used later, press  
after  
changing the settings to save the new settings with  
the selected stitch.  
This feature can be used only with utility stitches.  
†
To use a stitch length of 2.0 mm for the  
straight stitch  
Select a straight stitch.  
a
b
3
Press  
.
Memo  
z The default stitch length is 2.5 mm.  
Set the stitch length to 2.0 mm.  
c
Press  
.
d
• To reset the selected stitch pattern to its  
default settings, press  
.
, and then press  
X The confirmation message is displayed.  
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Press  
.
e
Note  
z The next time that the same straight stitch is  
selected, the stitch length is set to 2.0 mm.  
z All stitch settings (stitch width (zigzag  
width), stitch length, thread tension,  
programmed thread cutting, and automatic  
reverse/reinforcement stitching, etc.) are  
saved, not just the setting that was changed.  
When the same stitch pattern is selected, the  
last settings saved are displayed even if the  
machine was turned off. If the settings are  
changed again, or if  
is pressed to reset  
the setting to its default, the new settings are  
not saved unless  
time.  
is pressed another  
Even if  
is pressed, the settings for  
programmed thread cutting and automatic  
reverse/reinforcement stitching cannot be  
reset.  
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Overcasting Stitches  
Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. 15 stitches are  
available for overcasting. The procedure for sewing overcasting stitch is explained according to the  
presser foot that is used.  
Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G”  
Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting with overcasting foot “G”.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
11  
Preventing fraying in medium  
weight and thin fabrics  
3.5  
2.5–5.0  
2.0  
1.0–4.0  
(1/8) (3/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
3
12  
Overcasting  
5.0  
2.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
G
Preventing fraying in thick  
fabrics and fabrics that fray  
easily  
stitch  
(3/16) (3/32–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
13  
5.0 3.5–5.0 2.5 1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Attach overcasting foot “G”.  
Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric  
against the guide of the presser foot, and then  
lower the presser foot lever.  
a
c
G
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
a
Select a stitch.  
b
a
Guide  
Sew with the edge of the fabric against the  
presser foot guide.  
d
1
a
Needle drop point  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
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Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”  
Seven stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot “J”.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Zigzag stitch  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
7
(center  
Preventing fraying (center  
baseline/reverse stitching)  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
needle  
position)  
Zigzag stitch  
(right needle  
position)  
8
Preventing fraying (right  
3.5  
2.5–5.0  
1.4  
0.3–4.0  
baseline/reinforcement stitching) (1/8) (3/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
9
2-point  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
zigzag stitch  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Preventing fraying in thick  
fabrics and stretch fabrics  
J
10  
3-point  
zigzag stitch  
5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
14  
Preventing fraying in stretch  
fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.5–4.0  
(3/32) (1/32–3/16)  
15  
Overcasting  
Preventing fraying in thick  
fabrics and stretch fabrics  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5 0.5–4.0  
(3/32) (1/32–3/16)  
stitch  
16  
Preventing fraying in stretch  
fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
4.0 1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
Sew along the edge of the fabric with the  
needle dropping off the edge at the right.  
a
c
J
a
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
a
Needle drop point  
Select a stitch.  
b
1
a
Needle drop point  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
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Sewing overcasting stitches using the side cutter  
Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Five stitches can be  
used to sew overcasting stitches with the side cutter.  
Note  
z Thread the needle manually when using the side cutter, or only attach the side cutter after threading the  
needle using the needle threader.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
63  
Sewing straight stitches while  
cutting the fabric  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–2.5  
(0–3/32)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
3
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
64  
Sewing zigzag stitches while  
cutting the fabric  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5–5.0  
1.4  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
(1/8–3/16) (1/16)  
Preventing fraying in thin and  
mediumweight fabrics while  
cutting the fabric  
65  
3.5  
(1/8)  
3.5–5.0  
2.0  
1.0–4.0  
Side Cutter  
S
(1/8–3/16) (1/16) ( 1/16–3/16)  
66  
67  
Preventing fraying in thick  
5.0  
3.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
fabrics while cutting the fabric  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) ( 1/16–3/16)  
Preventing fraying in thick  
fabrics while cutting the fabric  
5.0  
3.5–5.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (3/32) ( 1/16–3/16)  
Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin  
is aligned with the notch in the presser foot  
holder, and then slowly lower the presser foot  
lever.  
c
b
Remove the presser foot.  
a
b
a
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Hook the connecting fork of the side cutter  
onto the needle clamp screw.  
a
b
Notch in presser foot holder  
Pin  
a
X The side cutter is attached.  
b
a
b
Connecting fork  
Needle clamp screw  
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Raise the presser foot lever to check that the  
side cutter is securely attached.  
Position the fabric in the side cutter.  
The cut in the fabric should be positioned over  
the guide plate of the side cutter.  
d
e
h
Pass the upper thread under the side cutter,  
and then pull it out toward the rear of the  
sewing machine.  
a
a
Guide plate  
• If the fabric is not positioned correctly, the  
fabric will not be cut.  
Lower the presser foot lever, and then start  
sewing.  
Select a stitch.  
i
f
X A seam allowance is cut while the stitching  
is sewn.  
63  
• If the stitching is sewn in a straight line  
the seam allowance will be about 5 mm  
(3/16 inch).  
,
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
1
Make a cut of about 2 cm (3/4 inch) long in  
the fabric at the beginning of the stitching.  
g
1
a
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
Memo  
a
2 cm (3/4 inch)  
z The side cutter can cut as much as one layer  
of 13-oz. denim.  
z After using the side cutter, clean it by  
removing any lint or dust.  
z If the side cutter can no longer cut fabric,  
use a rag to apply a small amount of oil to  
the cutting edge of the cutter.  
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Basic Stitching  
Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Five stitches are available for basic stitching.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
6
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
20  
5–30  
Basting stitch  
Temporarily securing  
(3/4) (3/16–1-3/16)  
Basic stitching and sewing  
gathers or pintucks (left baseline/  
reverse stitching)  
1
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
Straightstitch  
(left needle  
position)  
Basic stitching and sewing  
gathers or pintucks (left baseline/  
reinforcement stitching)  
2
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
J
3
Straightstitch  
(center  
Basic stitching and sewing  
gathers or pintucks (center  
baseline/reverse stitching)  
3
4
3.5  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
needle  
(1/8)  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
position)  
Triple stretch  
stitch  
Reinforcing seams and sewing  
stretch fabrics  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.5–4.0  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Basting  
Basic stitching  
Sew basting with a stitch length between 5 mm  
(3/16 inch) and 30 mm (1-3/16 inches).  
Baste or pin together the fabric pieces.  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
b
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
J
J
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
6
Select stitch  
.
Select a stitch.  
b
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Lower the needle into the fabric at the  
beginning of the stitching.  
d
Start sewing.  
c
•
For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 51).  
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Lower the presser foot lever, and then start  
sewing.  
■ Changing the needle position  
The needle position used as the baseline is  
different for the straight stitch (left needle  
position) and the straight stitch (center needle  
position).  
e
• For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page  
51).  
• For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement  
stitches, refer to “Securing the stitching”  
(page 53).  
1
2
When sewing is finished, cut the thread.  
f
• For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page  
54).  
a
b
Straight stitch (left needle position)  
Straight stitch (center needle position)  
When the stitch width of the straight stitch (left  
needle position) is set to its standard setting  
(0.0 mm), the distance from the needle position to  
the right side of the presser foot is 12 mm  
(1/2 inch). If the stitch width is changed (between  
0 and 7.0 mm (1/4 inch)), the needle position will  
also change. By changing the stitch width and  
sewing with the right side of the presser foot  
aligned with the edge of the fabric, a seam  
allowance can be sewn with a fixed width.  
1
0.0  
2.0  
5.5  
7.0  
3
4
5
6
2
a
b
Stitch width setting  
Distance from the needle position to the right side  
of the presser foot  
c
d
e
f
12.0 mm (1/2 inch)  
10.0 mm (3/8 inch)  
6.5 mm (1/4 inch)  
5.0 mm (3/16 inch)  
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56).  
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Blind Hem Stitching  
Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
17  
Blind hem stitching on  
mediumweight fabrics  
2.0  
1.0–3.5  
00  
00  
3← – →3  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
Blind hem  
stitch  
R
18  
Blind hem stitching on stretch  
fabrics  
2.0  
1.0–3.5  
3← – →3  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure.  
Fold the fabric along the desired edge of the  
hem, and then baste it about 5 mm (3/16 inch)  
from the edge of the fabric.  
Attach blind hem foot “R”.  
3
a
c
4
2
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
3
1
Select a stitch.  
d
a
b
c
d
Wrong side of fabric  
Basting stitching  
Desired edge of hem  
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
Fold back the fabric along the basting, and  
then position the fabric with the wrong side  
facing up.  
b
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
2
Position the fabric with the edge of the folded  
hem against the guide of the presser foot, and  
then lower the presser foot lever.  
e
1
a
b
Wrong side of fabric  
Basting  
c
1
b
a
b
c
Wrong side of fabric  
Fold of hem  
Guide  
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Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly  
catches the fold of the hem.  
■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold  
f
The needle is too far to the right.  
Press  
to increase the stitch width so that  
the needle slightly catches the fold of the  
hem.  
1
a
Needle drop point  
1
2
When you change the needle drop point, raise  
the needle, and then change the stitch width.  
1
a
b
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56).  
Sew with the fold of the hem against the  
presser foot guide.  
g
h
Remove the basting stitching.  
a
Stitch width  
■ If the needle catches too much of the hem  
fold  
The needle is too far to the left.  
Press  
to decrease the stitch width so that  
1
2
the needle slightly catches the fold of the  
hem.  
a
b
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
1
2
a
b
Wrong side of fabric  
Right side of fabric  
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Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing  
Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. 10 stitches are available for sewing one-step  
buttonholes, one for sewing on buttons.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
48  
49  
50  
51  
Horizontal buttonholes on thin  
and mediumweight fabrics  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
Horizontal buttonholes on areas  
that are subject to strain  
5.0  
3.0–5.0  
0.4  
0.2–1.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
Horizontal buttonholes on thick  
fabrics  
5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.2–1.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
3
Buttonholes with bar tacks on  
both ends for stabilized fabrics  
5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.2–1.0  
(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
6.0 3.0–6.0 1.0 0.5–2.0  
52  
Buttonholes for stretch or knit  
fabrics  
(15/64) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/32–1/16)  
Buttonhole  
A
stitch  
53  
6.0 3.0–6.0 1.5 1.0–3.0  
Buttonholes for stretch fabrics  
Bound buttonholes  
(15/64) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/16–1/8)  
5.0 0.0–6.0 2.0 0.2–4.0  
54  
55  
56  
57  
(3/16) (0–15/64) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Keyhole buttonholes for thick or  
plush fabrics  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0–7.0  
0.5  
0.3–1.0  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
Keyhole buttonholes for  
mediumweight and thick fabrics (1/4)  
7.0  
3.0–7.0 0.5 0.3–1.0  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
Horizontal buttonhole for thick  
or plush fabrics  
7.0  
(1/4)  
3.0–7.0 0.5 0.3–1.0  
(1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
2.5–4.5  
61  
Button-  
sewing stitch  
3.5  
Button sewing  
–
–
M
(1/8) (3/32–3/16)  
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Buttonhole sewing  
The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button).  
Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.  
1
1
1
1
a
Reinforcement stitching  
The names of parts of buttonhole foot “A”, which is  
used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below.  
Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position  
and length of the buttonhole.  
a
1
1
2
5
a
Marks on fabric  
3
Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole  
foot “A”, and then insert the button that will  
be put through the buttonhole.  
b
4
A
a
b
c
d
e
Button guide plate  
Presser foot scale  
Pin  
Marks on buttonhole foot  
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
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■ If the button does not fit in the button guide  
Select a stitch.  
d
plate  
Add together the diameter and thickness of  
the button, and then set the button guide  
plate to the calculated length. (The distance  
between the markings on the presser foot  
scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).)  
1
2
3
3
a
b
Presser foot scale  
Length of buttonhole (diameter + thickness of  
button)  
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
c
Example: For a button with a diameter of  
15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm  
(3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set  
to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale.  
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.  
e
1
1
2
a
b
10 mm (3/8 inch)  
15 mm (9/16 inch)  
A
X The size of the buttonhole is set.  
2
a
b
Mark on fabric (front)  
Red marks on buttonhole foot  
Attach buttonhole foot “A”.  
c
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Pass the upper thread down through the hole in  
the presser foot.  
• When lowering the presser foot, do not push  
in the front of the presser foot.  
a
a
Do not reduce the gap.  
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Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as  
possible.  
Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at  
the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent  
the stitching from being cut.  
f
j
1
a
a
Buttonhole lever  
a
Pin  
The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the  
bracket on the buttonhole foot.  
Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and  
open the buttonhole.  
k
1
2
1
a
b
Buttonhole lever  
Bracket  
a
Seam ripper  
Gently hold the end of the upper thread in  
your left hand, and then start sewing.  
g
For keyhole buttonholes, use the eyelet punch  
to make a hole in the rounded end of the  
buttonhole, and then use the seam ripper to cut  
open the buttonhole.  
X Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches,  
then stops.  
1
a
Eyelet punch  
Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,  
and then cut the thread.  
h
i
• When using the eyelet punch, place thick  
paper or some other protective sheet under  
the fabric before punching the hole in the  
fabric.  
Raise the buttonhole lever to its original  
position.  
CAUTION  
● When opening the buttonhole with the  
seam ripper, do not place your hands in  
the cutting direction, otherwise injuries  
may result if the seam ripper slips.  
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■ Changing the density of the stitching  
■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics  
When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use  
a gimp thread.  
Adjust the stitch length.  
Hook the gimp thread onto the part of  
buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration.  
a
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
length” (page 57).  
• If the fabric does not feed (for example, if it is  
too thick), decrease the density of the  
stitching.  
■ Changing the stitch width  
Adjust the stitch width.  
It fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.  
3
b
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56).  
Memo  
Attach buttonhole foot “A”.  
c
z Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch  
length and width by sewing a trial  
buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
52  
53  
Select stitch  
or  
.
d
e
Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the  
gimp thread.  
Lower the presser foot lever and the  
buttonhole lever, and then start sewing.  
f
g
When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp  
thread to remove any slack.  
Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp  
thread to the wrong side of the fabric, and  
then tie it.  
h
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61  
Select stitch  
.
d
Button sewing  
Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine.  
Buttons with two or with four holes can be attached.  
Measure the distance between the holes in the  
button to be attached.  
a
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
• Since the end of the thread will be tied off  
later, do not set the sewing machine for  
programmed-thread cutting.  
Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the  
b
drop feed lever, located at the rear of the  
Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as  
the distance between the holes in the button.  
machine on the base, to  
(to the left as  
e
f
seen from the rear of the machine).  
Place the button in the position where it will  
be sewn, and lower the presser foot lever.  
a
a
Drop feed lever (as seen from the rear of the  
machine)  
X The feed dogs are lowered.  
Attach button-sewing foot “M”.  
a
c
a
Button  
X The button is held in place.  
• When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew  
the two holes closest to you. Then, slide the  
button so that the needle goes into the two  
holes toward the rear of the sewing machine,  
and then sew them in the same way.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Turn the handwheel toward you  
When you are finished attaching the button,  
slide the drop feed lever to (to the right  
as seen from the rear of the machine) to raise  
g
j
(counterclockwise) to check that the needle  
correctly goes into the two holes of the button.  
If it seems as if the needle will hit the button,  
remeasure the distance between the holes in  
the button. Adjust the stitch width to the  
distance between the button holes.  
the feed dogs.  
Memo  
z The feed dog position switch is normally set  
to the right side.  
z The feed dogs come up when you start  
sewing again.  
■ Attaching a shank to a button  
To sew the button with a shank, attach the button  
with space between it and the fabric, and then  
wind the thread by hand. This attaches the button  
securely.  
3
CAUTION  
Place the button into button-sewing foot “M”,  
and then pull the shank lever toward you.  
a
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch the button, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
1
Start sewing.  
Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so  
h
that the speed will be slow).  
a
Shank lever  
After sewing is finished, cut the upper thread  
with plenty of excess, wind it around the  
thread between the button and the fabric, and  
then tie it to the upper thread at the beginning  
of the stitching.  
b
Tie together the ends of the bobbin thread at  
the end and at the beginning of the stitching at  
the wrong side of the fabric.  
X The sewing machine automatically stops  
after sewing reinforcement stitches.  
• Do not press  
(Thread cutter button).  
Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the  
bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching.  
Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching  
to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it  
with the bobbin thread.  
i
Cut off any excess thread.  
c
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Zipper Insertion  
A zipper can be sewn in place.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Straightstitch  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Attaching zippers  
Sewing concealed seams and  
pintucks  
I
3
(center  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
needle  
position)  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
There are many methods for inserting zippers. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a side  
zipper are described below.  
Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the  
edge of the fabric.  
c
Inserting a centered zipper  
Stitching is sewn on both pieces of fabric butted  
against each other.  
1
3
2
4
2
3
1
a
b
c
d
Basting stitching  
Reverse stitches  
Wrong side of fabric  
End of zipper opening  
a
b
c
Right side of fabric  
Stitching  
End of zipper opening  
Press open the seam allowance from the  
wrong side of the fabric.  
d
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
b
1
Sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening.  
With the right sides of the fabric facing each  
other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the  
zipper opening.  
• For details, refer to “Basic stitching” (page  
83).  
a
Wrong side of fabric  
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Align the seam with the center of the zipper,  
and then baste the zipper in place.  
Select stitch  
.
e
h
2
1
3
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
a
b
c
Wrong side of fabric  
Basting stiching  
Zipper  
CAUTION  
● When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to  
select the straight stitch (center needle  
position), and slowly turn the handwheel  
toward you (counterclockwise) to check  
that the needle does not touch the presser  
foot. If a different stitch is selected or the  
needle hits the presser foot, the needle  
may bend or break.  
Remove about 5 cm (2 inches) from the end of  
the basting on the outside.  
f
3
2
4
3
1
Topstitch around the zipper.  
i
a
b
c
d
Wrong side of fabric  
Zipper basting  
Outside basting  
5 cm (2 inches)  
1
3
Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin  
of zipper foot “I”.  
2
g
1
4
I
2
a
b
Pin on the right side  
Needle drop point  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
a
b
c
d
Stitching  
Right side of fabric  
Basting stitching  
End of zipper opening  
CAUTION  
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
Remove the basting stitching.  
j
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Press open the seam allowance from the  
wrong side of the fabric.  
d
Inserting a side zipper  
Stitching is visible on only one piece of fabric. Use  
this type of zipper application for side openings and  
1
back openings.  
1
a
Wrong side of fabric  
2
Press the seam allowance so that the right side  
(the side that will not be stitched) has an extra  
3 mm (1/8 inch).  
e
3
a
b
c
Stitching  
Right side of fabric  
End of zipper opening  
1
The following procedure will describe how to stitch  
on the left side, as shown in the illustration.  
2
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
b
Wrong side of fabric  
3 mm (1/8 inch)  
a
Sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening.  
b
With the right sides of the fabric facing each  
other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the  
zipper opening.  
Align the zipper teeth with the pressed edge of  
the fabric having the extra 3 mm (1/8 inch),  
and then baste or pin the zipper in place.  
f
• For details, refer to “Basic stitching” (page  
83).  
2
Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the  
c
edge of the fabric.  
1
1
a
b
Zipper teeth  
Basting stitching  
3
Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin  
of zipper foot “I”.  
If the stitching will be sewn on the right side,  
attach the presser foot holder to the left pin of  
the zipper foot.  
2
g
4
a
b
c
d
Basting stitching  
Reverse stitches  
Wrong side of fabric  
End of zipper opening  
1
I
2
a
b
Pin on the right side  
Needle drop point  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Select stitch  
.
When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the  
end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine  
with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise  
the presser foot lever.  
h
j
Open the zipper and continue sewing.  
k
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
CAUTION  
● When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to  
select the straight stitch (center needle  
position), and slowly turn the handwheel  
toward you (counterclockwise) to check  
that the needle does not touch the presser  
foot. If a different stitch is selected or the  
needle hits the presser foot, the needle  
may bend or break.  
Close the zipper, turn over the fabric, and then  
baste the other side of the zipper to the fabric.  
3
l
Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the  
extra 3 mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base  
i
1
of the zipper.  
a
Basting stitching  
Attach the presser foot holder to the other pin  
of zipper foot “I”.  
m
If the presser foot holder was attached to the  
right pin in step  
g
, change it to the left pin.  
1
I
CAUTION  
2
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
a
b
Pin on the left side  
Needle drop point  
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Topstitch around the zipper.  
n
Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper  
opening and align the zipper teeth with the side  
of the presser foot.  
3
4
2
1
5
a
b
c
d
e
Right side of fabric  
End of zipper opening  
Reverse stitches  
Beginning of stitching  
Basting stitching  
CAUTION  
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
When you are about 5 cm (2 inches) from the  
o
end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine  
with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and  
then raise the presser foot lever.  
Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper,  
and then continue sewing.  
p
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Zipper/piping Insertion  
A zipper and piping can be sewn in place.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
Straightstitch  
(left needle  
position)  
1
Attaching zippers Sewing  
concealed seams and piping  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–5.0  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
There are many methods for inserting zippers and pipings. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper  
and a piping are described below, with the adjustable zipper/piping foot.  
Loosen the positioning screw on the back of  
the presser foot.  
d
Inserting a centered zipper  
3
Refer to step  
a
–
e
of “Inserting a centered  
a
b
zipper” (page 94).  
Remove the presser foot and presser foot  
holder (page 44) to attach the screw-on  
adjustable zipper/piping foot.  
1
a
Positioning screw  
Slide the presser foot over either the left or  
right feed dog.  
e
Note  
z Use a screw driver to securely tighten the  
screw that holds the presser foot. If the screw  
is loose, the needle may break and cause  
injures.  
1
Select stitch  
.
c
Left sewing position  
Right sewing position  
Change the needle position so that the needle  
does not touch the presser foot.  
For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width”  
(page 56).  
f
1
a
Needle drop point  
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Inserting a piping  
CAUTION  
● After adjusting the needle position, slowly  
turn the balance wheel toward you and  
check the needle does not touch  
Place the piping between two fabrics inside  
out, as shown below.  
a
(counterclockwise) the presser foot. If the  
needle hits the presser foot, the needle  
may bend or break.  
1
2
Securely tighten the positioning screw with a  
screwdriver.  
3
g
a
b
c
Fabric  
Piping  
Fabric  
Refer to the steps of attaching the adjustable  
zipper/piping foot on the previous page.  
b
c
Sew along the piping.  
a
Positioning screw  
Topstitch around the zipper.  
h
1
3
2
After sewing, turn them over.  
d
4
a
b
c
d
Stitching  
Right side of fabric  
Basting stitching  
End of zipper opening  
CAUTION  
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch the zipper, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
Remove the basting stitching.  
i
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Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape  
Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
5
1.0  
1.0–3.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
Stretch stitch  
Stretch fabrics  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
9
2-point  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
zigzag stitch  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Attaching elastic  
J
10  
3-point  
zigzag stitch  
5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Elastic-  
attaching  
stitch  
3
34  
Attaching elastic to stretch  
fabrics  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.0  
0.2–4.0  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations.  
Stretch stitching  
Elastic attaching  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a  
piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that  
of the stretched elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary  
that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used.  
a
J
Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the  
fabric.  
a
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points  
to make sure that the tape is uniformly  
positioned on the fabric.  
5
Select stitch  
.
b
1
2
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
a
b
Elastic tape  
Pin  
Sew the fabric without stretching it.  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
c
b
J
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Select a stitch.  
c
†
Example: 2-point zigzag stitch  
†
Example: Elastic-attaching stitch  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while  
stretching the tape so that it is the same length  
as the fabric.  
d
While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot  
with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin  
nearest the front of the presser foot with your  
right hand.  
CAUTION  
● When sewing, be sure that the needle  
does not touch any pins, otherwise the  
needle may bend or break.  
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Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching  
The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
7
Attaching appliqués (center  
baseline/reverse stitching)  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
Zigzag stitch  
24  
Appliqué quilting, free-motion  
quilting, satin stitching  
3.5  
(1/8)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.4  
(1/16)  
0.0–4.0  
(0–3/16)  
19  
3.5  
(1/8)  
2.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.6–4.0  
Attaching appliqués  
(3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Appliqué  
stitch  
25  
3
1.5  
0.5–5.0  
1.8  
1.0–4.0  
Attaching appliqués and binding  
(1/16) (1/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Piecing straight stitching (with a seam  
allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from  
the right edge of the presser foot)  
21  
5.5  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.0  
0.2–5.0  
(7/32)  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
Piecing  
straight stitch  
Piecing straight stitching (with a  
seam allowance of 6.5 mm (1/4 inch)  
from the left edge of the presser foot)  
22  
1.5  
(1/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.0  
0.2–5.0  
J
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
28  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
29  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.5 1.0–4.0  
Joining stitch  
Patchwork stitching  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
30  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
23  
Mock hand  
quilting stitch  
Straight stitch quilting that looks  
hand quilting  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
26  
Quilting  
stippling  
7.0  
(1/4)  
1.0–7.0  
1.6 1.0–4.0  
Stippling  
(1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Memo  
z Patterns showing a “Q” on the LCD are for quilting and those showing a “P” are for piecing.  
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Select a stitch.  
e
Appliqué stitching  
Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam  
allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and  
3/16 inch).  
a
1
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
a
Seam allowance  
Place a pattern made of thick paper or  
stabilizer on the back of the appliqué, and then  
fold over the seam allowance using an iron.  
Turn the handwheel toward you  
(counterclockwise), and then begin sewing  
around the edge of the appliqué, making sure  
that the needle drops just outside of the  
appliqué.  
b
f
Turn the fabric over, and then baste or fuse it  
onto the fabric that it will be attached to.  
c
When sewing around corners, stop the  
machine with the needle in the fabric just  
outside of the appliqué, raise the presser foot  
lever, and then turn the fabric as needed to  
change the sewing direction.  
1
a
Basting stitching  
Attach the open toe foot.  
d
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Patchwork (crazy quilt)  
stitching  
Piecing  
Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called  
“piecing”. The fabric pieces should be cut with a  
7 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance.  
Sew a piecing straight stitch 7 mm (1/4 inch) from  
either the right side or the left side of the presser foot.  
Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and  
place it over the lower piece.  
a
Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the  
pattern spans over both pieces.  
b
Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the  
fabric that you wish to piece together.  
a
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
b
J
3
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
21  
22  
Select stitch  
or  
.
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
• The piecing straight stitch shows a “P” on the  
LCD.  
Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned  
with the edge of the fabric.  
d
■ For a seam allowance on the right side  
Align the right side of the presser foot with  
the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch  
21  
.
1
a
7 mm (1/4 inch)  
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■ For a seam allowance on the left side  
When sewing with a seam allowance, align the  
left edge of the narrow part of the 1/4 inch  
quilting foot with the fabric edge.  
Align the left side of the presser foot with the  
edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch  
22  
.
1
1
a
7 mm (1/4 inch)  
a
Seam (3.2 mm (1/8 inch))  
Start sewing.  
Memo  
e
f
z To change the width of the seam allowance  
(needle position), adjust the stitch width. For  
details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width”  
(page 56).  
When the end of the stitching is reached, stop  
the sewing machine.  
Sew until the mark at the lower edge of the 1/4  
inch quilting foot aligns with the lower edge of  
the fabric.  
■ Using the 1/4 inch quilting foot  
If the 1/4 inch quilting foot is used, seams can be  
sewn with a seam allowance of 6.4 mm (1/4  
inch).  
1
2
3
Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the  
fabric that you wish to piece together.  
a
a
b
c
6.4mm (1/4 inch)  
End of stitching  
Mark on 1/4 inch quilting foot  
Attach the 1/4 inch quilting foot.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
3
Select stitch  
.
c
d
Align the mark at the upper edge of the 1/4  
inch quilting foot with the upper edge of the  
fabric.  
Align the right edge of the fabric with the right  
edge of the narrow part of the 1/4 inch quilting  
foot.  
1
2
a
b
Mark on 1/4 inch quilting foot  
Beginning of stitching  
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Select a stitch.  
e
Quilting  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom layers  
of fabric is called “quilting”. Quilts can easily be sewn  
using the walking foot and the quilting guide.  
Place one hand on each side of the presser  
foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while  
f
sewing.  
Baste the fabric to be quilted.  
a
Remove the presser foot and the presser foot  
holder.  
b
• For details, refer to “Removing and attaching  
the presser foot holder” (page 44).  
Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot  
onto the needle clamp screw.  
c
3
Note  
a
z When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a  
speed between slow and medium.  
z When quilting, use a 90/14 home sewing  
machine needle.  
b
a
b
Connecting fork  
Needle clamp screw  
Lower the presser foot lever, insert the presser  
foot holder screw, and then tighten the screw  
with the screwdriver.  
d
a
a
Presser foot holder screw  
X The walking foot is attached.  
CAUTION  
● Be sure to securely tighten the screws  
with the screwdriver, otherwise the  
needle may touch the presser foot,  
causing it to bend or break.  
● Before starting to sew, 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.  
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■ Using the quilting guide  
Free-motion quilting  
Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that  
are equally spaced.  
With free-motion quilting, lower the feed dogs (using  
the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved  
freely in any direction.  
When free-motion quilting, use the following  
instructions with the quilting foot.  
Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the  
hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser  
foot holder.  
a
†
Walking foot  
Remove the presser foot and the presser foot  
holder.  
a
• Refer to “Removing and attaching the presser  
foot holder” (page 44).  
†
Presser foot holder  
Secure the quilting foot with the presser foot  
holder screw.  
b
The pin on the quilting foot should be  
positioned over the needle clamp screw.  
1
3
2
Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that  
the guide aligns with the seam that has already  
been sewn.  
b
a
b
c
Pin on quilting foot  
Presser foot holder screw  
Needle clamp screw  
Hold the quilting foot in place with your right  
hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder  
screw using the screwdriver in your left hand.  
c
1
a
Presser foot holder screw  
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Satin stitching using the  
sewing speed controller  
CAUTION  
● Be sure to securely tighten the screws  
with the screwdriver, otherwise the  
needle may touch the presser foot,  
causing it to bend or break.  
A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the  
stitch width of a satin stitch. If the sewing machine is  
set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the  
sewing speed controller, the stitch width can quickly  
and easily be adjusted. In this case, the sewing speed  
is adjusted with the foot controller.  
Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear of  
the machine on the base, to  
d
(to the left as  
seen from the rear of the machine).  
Connect the foot controller.  
a
• For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page  
51).  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
b
3
a
Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of  
the machine)  
J
X The feed dogs are lowered.  
Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a  
stitch.  
e
f
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Turn on the sewing machine, and then press  
c
(Settings key) on the operation panel.  
Use both hands to hold the fabric taut, and  
then move the fabric to follow the pattern.  
Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the  
beginning and end of sewing.  
a
X The settings screen appears.  
Press ON for stitch width control setting.  
d
a
Pattern  
After sewing is finished, slide the drop feed  
lever to (to the right as seen from the rear  
g
of the machine) to raise the feed dogs.  
• Normally, the drop feed lever is positioned at  
the right.  
X The machine is now set so that the stitch  
width can be controlled with the sewing  
speed controller.  
If the stitch width control setting is set to  
“ON”,  
for stitch width will change  
to sewing speed controller icon  
.
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Press  
(Back key).  
e
X The initial screen appears again.  
24  
Select stitch  
.
f
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
While sewing, slide the sewing speed  
controller to adjust the stitch width.  
Slide the controller to the left to make the width  
narrower. Slide the controller to the right to  
make the width wider.  
g
Narrower  
Wider  
•
Adjust the sewing speed with the foot controller.  
When you are finished sewing, set the stitch  
width control setting back to OFF.  
h
Memo  
z
Although the stitching result differs depending  
on the type of fabric being sewn and the  
thickness of the thread being used, for best  
results, adjust the stitch length to between 0.3  
and 0.5 mm (1/64 and 1/32 inch).  
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Reinforcement Stitching  
Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
4
Triple stretch  
Reinforcing the seams of sleeves  
and inseams  
0.0  
(0)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.5–4.0  
J
stitch  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Reinforcing the ends of  
openings, such as the corners of  
pockets  
60  
Bar tack  
stitch  
2.0  
1.0–3.0  
0.4  
0.3–1.0  
(1/16) (1/16–1/8) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)  
58  
7.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.0  
0.4–2.5  
A
Darning mediumweight fabrics  
Darning thick fabrics  
(1/4)  
(3/32–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/32)  
Darning  
stitch  
3
59  
7.0  
(1/4)  
2.5–7.0 2.0 0.4–2.5  
(3/32–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/32)  
Triple stretch stitching  
Bar tack stitching  
Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes  
and inseams.  
Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to  
strain, such as pocket corners and openings.  
As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at  
pocket corners is described below.  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
J
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Determine the desired length of the bar tack.  
Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot  
4
a
Select stitch  
.
b
“A” to the desired length. (The distance  
between the markings on the presser foot scale  
is 5 mm (3/16 inch).)  
1
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
2
3
Start sewing.  
c
a
b
c
Presser foot scale  
Length of bar tack  
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
• For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page  
51).  
• A bar tack with a maximum length of about  
28 mm (1–1/8 inches) can be sewn.  
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Attach buttonhole foot “A”.  
Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as  
possible.  
b
e
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
60  
Select stitch  
.
c
a
a
Buttonhole lever  
The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the  
bracket on the buttonhole foot.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
1
Position the fabric so that the opening of the  
pocket faces toward you, and then lower the  
presser foot lever so that the needle drops  
2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket  
opening.  
d
2
a
b
Buttonhole lever  
Bracket  
Gently hold the end of the upper thread in  
your left hand, and then start sewing.  
f
1
a
2 mm (1/16 inch)  
Pass the upper thread down through the hole in  
the presser foot.  
• When lowering the presser foot, do not push  
in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the  
bar tack will not be sewn with the correct  
size.  
X Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches,  
then stops.  
Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,  
and then cut the threads.  
g
h
Raise the buttonhole lever to its original  
position.  
Memo  
z If the fabric does not feed, for example,  
because it is too thick, increase the stitch  
length. For details, refer to “Adjusting the  
stitch length” (page 57).  
a
a
Do not reduce the gap.  
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Darning  
Fabric that has been torn can be darned.  
Darning is sewn as shown below.  
1
3
1
a
Reinforcement stitching  
58  
59  
Determine the desired length of the darning.  
Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot  
“A” to the desired length. (The distance  
between the markings on the presser foot scale  
is 5 mm (3/16 inch).)  
Select stitch  
or  
.
a
c
1
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
2
3
Position the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm  
(1/16 inch) in front of the area to be darned,  
and then lower the presser foot lever.  
d
4
a
b
c
d
Presser foot scale  
Length of darning  
5 mm (3/16 inch)  
7 mm (1/4 inch)  
1
2
• A bar tack with a maximum length of about  
28 mm (1-1/8 inches) can be sewn.  
a
b
Tear  
2 mm (1/16 inch)  
Attach buttonhole foot “A”.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Pass the upper thread down through the hole in  
the presser foot.  
Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric,  
and then cut the threads.  
g
h
• When lowering the presser foot, do not push  
in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the  
darning will not be sewn with the correct  
size.  
Raise the buttonhole lever to its original  
position.  
Memo  
z If the fabric does not feed, for example,  
because it is too thick, increase the stitch  
length. For details, refer to “Adjusting the  
stitch length” (page 57).  
a
a
Do not reduce the gap.  
Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as  
possible.  
e
a
a
Buttonhole lever  
The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the  
bracket on the buttonhole foot.  
1
2
a
b
Buttonhole lever  
Bracket  
Gently hold the end of the upper thread in  
your left hand, and then start sewing.  
f
X Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches,  
then stops.  
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Eyelet Stitching  
Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Three sizes of eyelets are possible: 7 mm, 6 mm and 5 mm  
(1/4, 15/64 and 3/16 inch).  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
7.0, 6.0 or  
5.0  
(1/4) (1/4, 15/64 (1/4) (1/4, 15/64  
or 3/16) or 3/16)  
7.0, 6.0 or  
5.0  
62  
Sewing eyelets, for example, on  
belts  
7.0  
7.0  
Eyelet stitch  
N
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
Lower the needle into the fabric at the  
beginning of the stitching, and then lower the  
presser foot lever.  
a
d
3
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
62  
Select stitch  
.
b
Start sewing.  
e
f
X Once sewing is completed, the machine  
automatically sews reinforcement stitches,  
then stops.  
Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the  
center of the eyelet.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Adjust either the stitch width or the stitch  
length to select the desired eyelet size.  
c
1
2
3
a
b
c
7mm  
6mm  
5mm  
• When using the eyelet punch, place thick  
paper or some other protective sheet under  
the fabric before punching the hole in the  
fabric.  
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56) and “Adjusting the stitch  
length” (page 57).  
Memo  
z If thin thread is used, the stitching may be  
too open. If this occurs, sew the eyelet twice  
before removing the fabric, one on top of the  
other.  
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Horizontal Stitching  
Horizontal stitching is used to attach appliqués to fabric that cannot be moved around, such as cylindrical  
pieces. Straight stitches and zigzag stitches that sew to either the left or right are available.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
68  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(straight stitch sewn to the left)  
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Horizontal  
straight stitch  
69  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(straight stitch sewn to the right)  
N
70  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(zigzag stitch sewn to the left)  
Horizontal  
zigzag stitch  
71  
Attaching appliqués to sleeves  
(zigzag stitch sewn to the right)  
Lower the needle into the fabric at the  
beginning of the stitching, and then start  
sewing.  
The illustration below shows the sewing order for  
the following explanation.  
d
Lower the needle at the upper-right corner.  
4
3
1
2
Remove the flat bed attachment.  
a
b
• For details, refer to “Free-arm sewing” (page  
45).  
X The fabric is fed toward the back of the  
machine, as usual.  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the Presser  
Foot” (page 42).  
After you have sewn to the corner, stop the  
sewing machine, and then select stitch  
68  
e
f
.
Start sewing.  
1
Select stitch  
.
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
X The fabric is fed to the right.  
After you have sewn to the corner, stop the  
1
g
sewing machine, and then select stitch  
.
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Press  
button).  
(Reverse/reinforcement stitch  
h
Hold the reverse/reinforcement stitch button  
pressed until the stitching reaches the upper-left  
corner.  
X The fabric is fed forward.  
After you have sewn to the corner, stop the  
sewing machine, and then select stitch  
69  
i
j
.
3
Start sewing.  
X The fabric is fed to the left.  
After you have sewn to the corner, stop the  
sewing machine, and then select stitch  
again.  
1
k
l
After sewing 3 to 5 stitches at the beginning of  
the stitching, stop the sewing machine.  
Memo  
z The feeding direction of the fabric differs  
depending on the stitch that is selected. Be  
sure to guide the fabric while it is sewn.  
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Decorative Stitching  
The utility stitches contain the following decorative stitches.  
Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
32  
5.0  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
(3/16)  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Fagoting  
stitch  
Sewing two pieces of fabric  
together across an open seam  
33  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (3/25–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
28  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
29  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
2.5 1.0–4.0  
Joining stitch  
Decorative bridging stitches  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
30  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.2  
0.2–4.0  
J
(1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
20  
Shell tuck  
stitch  
Shell tuck stitching on collars  
and curves  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
0.2–4.0  
(3/32) (1/64–3/16)  
31  
5.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
(1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
32  
Smocking  
stitch  
Smocking fabrics to add texture  
and elasticity  
5.0  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5 1.0–4.0  
(3/16)  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
2.5 1.0–4.0  
33  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
27  
5.0  
2.5–7.0  
0.5  
0.1–1.0  
Scallop stitch  
Satin scallop stitching  
(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)  
39  
40  
41  
3.5  
1.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.6–4.0  
Lace sewing, decorative  
hemming, heirloom stitching,  
etc.  
(1/8)  
(1/16–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
6.0  
1.5–7.0 3.0 1.5–4.0  
(15/64) (1/16–1/4) (1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
3.5  
1.5–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
N
42  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
4.0  
1.5–4.0  
Decorative  
Decorative hemming and  
heirloom stitching, etc. on thin,  
mediumweight and plain weave  
fabrics  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (3/16) (1/16–3/16)  
stitch  
43  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
2.5  
1.5–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
44  
45  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
2.0  
1.5–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative hemming, ribbon  
threading, heirloom stitching,  
etc.  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
3.0  
1.5–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
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Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Presser  
Foot  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Application  
Auto  
Manual  
Auto  
Manual  
46  
6.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
(15/64) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
Heirloom stitching, etc.  
N
47  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
1.6  
1.0–4.0  
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
35  
4.0  
(3/16)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
3.0  
2.0–4.0  
(1/8) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative  
stitch  
36  
4.0  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
2.5  
1.0–4.0  
J
(3/16)  
(3/32) (1/16–3/16)  
Decorative stitching  
37  
38  
5.5  
(7/32)  
0.0–7.0  
(0–1/4)  
1.6 1.0–4.0  
(1/16) (1/16–3/16)  
1.0 0.2–4.0  
5.0  
1.5–7.0  
3
N
(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)  
32  
33  
Select stitch  
or  
.
d
Fagoting  
Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It  
is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch  
is more decorative when thicker thread is used.  
Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric  
along their seams.  
a
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by  
about 4 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a  
b
Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch).  
sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.  
If you draw a line down the middle of the thin  
paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing is  
easier.  
e
f
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
width” (page 56).  
3
Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned  
along the center of the two pieces of fabric.  
1
2
a
b
c
Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer  
Basting stitching  
4 mm (3/16 inch)  
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
c
J
After sewing is finished, remove the paper.  
g
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
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Scallop stitching  
Smocking  
The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like  
shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars  
of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects.  
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.  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
a
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
J
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
27  
Select stitch  
.
b
Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the  
stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen  
b
the thread tension.  
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch  
length” (page 57) and “Adjusting the thread  
tension” (page 57).  
• Pull up the bobbin thread. For details, refer to  
“Pulling up the bobbin thread” (page 36).  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm  
(3/8 inch).  
c
Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure  
not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric.  
c
1
a
1 cm (3/8 inch)  
• For better results, apply spray starch onto the  
fabric and press with a hot iron before it is  
sewn.  
• Do not use reverse/reinforcement stitching or  
thread cutting.  
• At the end of the stitching, the thread is  
pulled out about 5 cm (2 inches).  
Trim along the stitches.  
d
Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers.  
Smooth the gathers by ironing them.  
d
• Be careful not to cut the stitches.  
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31  
32  
33  
Select stitch  
,
or  
.
e
Shell tuck stitching  
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.  
Fold the fabric along the bias.  
a
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Stitch between the straight stitches.  
f
3
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
b
J
Pull out the threads for the straight stitches.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
g
20  
Select stitch  
tension.  
, and then increase the thread  
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49) and “Adjusting the thread tension” (page  
57).  
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Sew while making sure that the needle drops  
slightly off the edge of the fabric.  
d
Joining  
Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the  
seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when  
making a crazy quilt.  
1
Attach zigzag foot “J”.  
a
J
a
Needle drop point  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Sew together the right sides of the two pieces  
of fabric, and then open up the seam  
b
allowances.  
2
1
Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks  
down to one side.  
e
1
3
a
b
c
Wrong side of fabric  
7 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance  
Straight stitch  
28  
29  
30  
Select stitch  
,
or  
.
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces  
up, and then sew over the seam with the  
center of the presser foot aligned with the  
seam.  
d
a
a
Right side of fabric  
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Select a stitch.  
The stitches that can be used are  
39  
40  
c
,
,
Heirloom stitching  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
,
,
,
,
,
or  
.
When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes  
are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch.  
This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin  
or mediumweight fabrics in addition to plain weave  
fabrics.  
Install the wing needle.  
a
• Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle.  
• For details on installing a needle, refer to  
“Replacing the needle” (page 40).  
3
• The needle threader cannot be used with the  
wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine  
may be damaged. Manually pass the thread  
through the eye of the needle from the front  
to the back.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
• When sewing with the wing needle, select a  
stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less.  
For details, refer to “Threading the needle  
manually (without using the needle  
threader)” (page 33).  
Start sewing.  
d
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
CAUTION  
● When sewing with the wing needle, 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.  
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Partially removing threads is called “drawnwork”.  
This gives a beautiful result with fabrics that have a  
loose weave.  
Press  
on the LCD.  
e
X The pattern displayed at the top of the screen  
is mirrored.  
Two ways to create drawnwork are described below.  
■ Drawnwork (Example 1)  
Sew along the other edge of the frayed section  
so that it looks like the previous stitching.  
f
Pull out several threads from the fabric.  
a
N
Press  
, and set the horizontal mirror  
g
image key back to OFF.  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
39  
Select stitch  
.
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew  
along the right edge of the frayed section.  
d
N
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■ Drawnwork (Example 2)  
Pull out several threads from two sections of  
the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of  
a
about 4 mm (3/16 inch).  
3
1
a
4 mm (3/16 inch)  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
b
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
42  
Select stitch  
.
c
• For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page  
49).  
Sew along the center of the unfrayed section.  
d
N
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Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns  
You can sew decorative stitches, satin stitches, cross stitches, decorative satin stitches, combined utility  
stitches and 3 types of character stitches. All are sewn with monogramming foot “N”.  
Sewing beautiful patterns  
Sewing patterns  
In order to sew the patterns correctly, the following  
must be considered.  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
a
■ Fabric  
Before sewing stretch or thin fabrics or fabrics  
with a coarse weave, affix stabilizer material to  
the wrong side of the fabric or place a thin sheet  
of paper, such as tracing paper, under the fabric.  
Since material puckering or bunched stitches may  
occur when satin stitches are sewn, be sure to  
affix stabilizer material to the fabric.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Select a stitch.  
b
c
• For details, refer to steps  
a
through  
e
of  
■ Needles and threads  
“Selecting stitching” (page 75).  
When sewing thin, mediumweight or stretch  
fabrics, use the ball point needle. When sewing  
thick fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine  
needle. In addition, #50 to #60 thread should be  
used.  
Start sewing.  
■ Trial sewing  
Depending on the type and thickness of the fabric  
being sewn and whether or not stabilizer material  
is used, the desired result may not be achieved.  
Be sure to sew a trial piece of fabric before  
sewing your project. In addition, while sewing, be  
sure to guide the fabric with your hands in order  
to prevent the fabric from slipping.  
• The stitching is sewn in the direction  
indicated by the arrow.  
Sew reinforcement stitches.  
When sewing with a character stitch,  
reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn  
after each character.  
d
• When sewing a pattern with a stitch other  
than a character stitch, it is useful to first set  
the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching  
setting. For details, refer to “Automatically  
sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches” (page  
59).  
When you are finished sewing, use scissors to  
trim off any excess threads at the beginning of  
the stitching and between the patterns.  
e
Memo  
z For details on adjusting the stitch width and  
length, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width”  
(page 56) and “Adjusting the stitch length”  
(page 57).  
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Changing the pattern size  
Changing the stitch density  
The size of character stitches in the Gothic font and  
outline style, decorative stitches, and decorative satin  
stitches can be switched between large and small.  
However, the size of other patterns cannot be  
changed.  
If a decorative satin stitch has been selected, the  
stitch density can be changed.  
Press  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
(Decorative satin stitch).  
a
panel, and select  
Select a stitch.  
a
• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to  
“Selecting stitching” (page 75).  
Press  
until the desired size is selected.  
b
3
Select a decorative satin stitch pattern.  
b
Press  
selected.  
until the desired stitch density is  
c
Repeat steps  
a
and  
b
.
Select  
for coarser stitching, or select  
c
for finer stitching.  
Memo  
z The large pattern size is the default. If the  
small pattern size is selected, small patterns  
can be combined and connected.  
z If multiple patterns have been combined, the  
size of each selected pattern can be  
specified.  
CAUTION  
● If the stitching density is too fine,  
depending on the needle, the stitches may  
be bunched together, causing the needle  
to break.  
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Press  
.
c
Changing the length for satin  
stitches  
The length for one satin stitch can be changed in five  
gradations.  
Press  
panel, and select  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
(Satin stitch).  
a
X It turns to  
and the pattern is longer.  
Select a satin stitch pattern.  
b
Each time you press it the number changes.  
You can select from  
-
.
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Press  
.
c
Shifting patterns  
Satin stitches can be shifted to the left or right by half  
the width of the pattern, allowing you to create a  
step-shaped pattern. This is called a “step pattern”. As  
an example, the procedure for creating the following  
pattern is described below.  
Press  
panel, and select  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
(Satin stitch).  
a
3
X The next pattern selected is moved half a  
width to the right.  
Select a satin stitch pattern.  
b
Select the same pattern.  
d
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Press  
.
e
Combining patterns  
You can sew with combinations of stitches from  
character stitches, decorative stitches, satin stitches,  
combined utility stitches, decorative satin stitches  
and cross stitches.  
Touch  
(Utility stitch key) on the  
a
operation panel, and select the stitch type.  
X The next pattern selected is moved half a  
Select the first pattern.  
b
width to the left.  
X The first pattern is selected and appears in  
on the screen.  
Specify that the patterns will be sewn  
repeatedly.  
f
• When the sewing is started, the selected  
pattern is sewn repeatedly until the sewing  
machine is stopped.  
• For details, refer to “Repeating patterns”  
(page 131).  
■ Examples of step patterns  
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Select the next pattern.  
■ Repeating patterns  
c
When multiple stitches are combined, the sewing  
machine stops when the pattern displayed on the  
screen has been completed. Use the following  
operations to sew a combined pattern repeatedly.  
X The combined pattern appears on the  
screen.  
After the patterns have been combined, press  
a
.
If pressed again, it turns to  
(single  
sewing).  
• To remove a selected pattern, press  
on  
the screen. The pattern that was selected last  
is removed.  
3
• To combine patterns from different types,  
press  
(Back key), and after selecting the  
type, select the next pattern.  
X
turns to  
, and you can now sew  
the specified pattern repeatedly.  
After all of the desired patterns are selected,  
start sewing.  
d
1
2
X The order that the patterns appear on the  
screen is the order that they will be sewn.  
a
b
Single  
Repeated  
Note  
z If repeated sewing is set, the pattern is  
repeatedly sewn until the sewing machine is  
stopped.  
z If the sewing machine is turned off, the  
repeated/single sewing setting returns to its  
default setting.  
Memo  
z Up to 70 patterns can be combined.  
z If multiple patterns have been combined, the  
sewing machine stops once all the selected  
patterns displayed in the LCD have been  
sewn. To repeatedly sew the combined  
pattern, refer to “Repeating patterns”.  
z The combined pattern can be stored for later  
use. For details, refer to “Storing patterns”  
(page 133).  
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■ Mirroring a pattern image  
■ Checking the pattern  
When the specified pattern is not displayed on the  
screen, check the pattern using the following steps.  
After a single pattern has been selected, press  
a
to mirror the pattern image horizontally.  
Press  
.
a
X The screen for checking the pattern is  
displayed.  
Press  
, and confirm the pattern.  
b
Press  
(Back key).  
c
X The initial screen appears again.  
Memo  
z The combined pattern can be stored for later  
use. For details, refer to “Storing patterns”.  
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■ Recalling a pattern  
Storing patterns  
Press  
(Recall key).  
Combined patterns can be stored for later use. Since  
stored patterns are not lost after the sewing machine  
is turned off, they can be recalled at any time. Up to  
10 patterns can be stored.  
a
Recall the stored pattern.  
■ Storing a pattern  
Create the combined pattern that you wish to  
store.  
a
• For details, refer to “Combining patterns”  
(page 130).  
X The screen for selecting a pocket appears.  
Select the pocket where the combined pattern  
you wish to recall is stored.  
Press  
panel.  
(Memory key) on the operation  
b
b
indicates pockets where patterns are  
already stored.  
3
X The selected pocket is shown in reverse  
highlighting, and the stored pattern is  
displayed.  
X “Saving...” appears while the pattern is being  
stored. After the pattern is stored, the initial  
screen appears again.  
Check the contents, and then press  
Press to check a pattern that is not  
displayed completely.  
.
• Do not turn off the sewing machine while the  
pattern is being stored, otherwise the pattern  
data may be lost.  
c
X The stored pattern is recalled.  
X The pattern selection screen appears, and  
you can sew the pattern you have recalled.  
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■ Deleting a stored pattern  
Realigning the pattern  
Stored pattern in the pockets can be deleted.  
The pattern may not be sewn correctly, depending on  
the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing speed. If  
this occurs, adjust the pattern while sewing on a  
piece of scrap fabric that is the same as that used for  
your project.  
Press  
(Recall key).  
a
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
a
Select the pocket where the pattern you wish  
to delete is stored.  
b
indicates pockets where patterns are  
already stored.  
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Press  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
(Decorative stitch).  
b
panel, and select  
X The selected pocket is shown in reverse  
highlighting, and the stored pattern is  
displayed.  
Check the contents, then press  
.
c
X The screen containing the various decorative  
stitches appears.  
Select  
.
c
X The confirmation message is displayed.  
Press  
.
d
X The stored pattern and the pocket are  
deleted.  
X The pattern alignment stitch is selected.  
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Start sewing.  
Press  
(Settings key) on the operation panel.  
d
f
X The settings screen appears.  
Press  
To adjust the vertical position, press  
vertical pattern adjustment.  
X The pattern for making the adjustment is  
sewn.  
.
X The sewing machine stops after it has  
g
for  
finished sewing the pattern.  
To adjust the horizontal position, press  
for horizontal pattern adjustment.  
Check the sewn pattern.  
3
e
If the part of the pattern indicated in the  
illustration is sewn uniformly, the pattern is  
correctly aligned.  
If the pattern appears as shown below, the  
stitching is misaligned in the vertical direction.  
X Make the necessary adjustments according  
to how the pattern is sewn.  
■ Vertical pattern adjustment  
Press  
design.  
to increase the vertical space in the  
If the pattern appears as shown below, the  
stitching is misaligned in the horizontal  
direction.  
If the pattern is not sewn correctly, follow the  
steps below to adjust the sewing.  
Press  
design.  
to decrease the vertical space in the  
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■ Horizontal pattern adjustment  
Press  
to increase the horizontal space in  
the design.  
Press  
to decrease the horizontal space in  
the design.  
Press  
(Back key).  
h
X It returns to the screen for adjusting the  
pattern.  
Select  
once again, start the sewing  
i
machine and check the stitching.  
Continue adjusting the pattern until it is sewn  
correctly.  
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Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch)  
With the My Custom Stitch function, you can sew stitch patterns that you design yourself.  
Mark the points in the pattern that are  
c
positioned at intersections in the grid, and  
then link those points with a continuous  
straight line.  
Drawing a sketch of the  
pattern  
Prepare a grid sheet set.  
Draw a sketch of the pattern on the grid sheet  
set.  
a
3
Determine the sewing order.  
d
9
8
6
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5
4
10  
11  
12  
3
13  
2
0
1
16  
15  
17  
Draw the pattern as one continuous line and  
with the start point and the end point of the  
design at the same height.  
14  
For a more attractive stitch, close the pattern by  
intersecting the line.  
If the pattern will be repeated, determine the  
space between the repeating patterns.  
b
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Specify the coordinates of the second point,  
e
and then press  
.
Entering the pattern data  
Follow the pattern drawn on the grid sheet and  
program the pattern into the sewing machine.  
Attach monogramming foot “N”.  
a
Repeat steps  
point.  
d
through  
e
to specify each  
f
• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser  
foot” (page 42).  
Press  
panel, and select  
(Utility stitch key) on the operation  
b
.
• If you make a mistake entering a point, press  
, and the previous point is erased.  
• To correct the content entered, press  
You can insert, delete and move points.  
.
X The screen for entering a pattern appears.  
Check the grid sheet set, and specify the  
coordinates of the first point.  
c
Specify the coordinates using  
, and  
press  
.
After all points have been entered, press  
.
g
Specify whether single stitching or triple  
stitching will be sewn between the points.  
X The sewing screen appears.  
d
is single stitching, and  
gives  
triple stitching.  
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Specify the various stitching settings, such as  
reverse/reinforcement stitching, in the same  
h
way as with other stitches.  
• To revise the pattern, press  
.
Memo  
z The pattern you entered can be stored for  
later use. For details, refer to “Storing  
patterns” (page 133).  
3
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Examples of designs  
Enter each of the points indicated in the table to sew the sample stitch.  
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EMBROIDERY  
The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter.  
Embroidering Neatly .........................142 Selecting Embroidery Patterns...........157  
Copyright information..................157  
Embroidery pattern types .............157  
LCD (liquid crystal display)  
operation ..........................................158  
Selecting characters .....................160  
Selecting an embroidery pattern ..161  
Selecting a frame pattern .............162  
Using an embroidery card  
What to prepare...........................142  
Embroidery step by step...............144  
Attaching the Embroidery Foot..........145  
Attaching the embroidery foot.....145  
Removing the embroidery foot.....147  
Attaching the Embroidery Unit..........148  
Embroidery unit precautions........148  
Attaching the embroidery unit .....148  
Removing the embroidery unit.....150  
(sold separately) ...........................163  
Embroidering.....................................164  
Sewing attractive finishes.............164  
Embroidering a pattern.................165  
Appliquéing..................................167  
Preparing the Fabric..........................151  
Attaching a stabilizer material  
to the fabric ................................151  
Setting the fabric  
Editing Patterns .................................169  
in the embroidery frame ..............152  
Adjusting the layout .....................169  
Adjusting the thread tension.........171  
Resewing ......................................172  
Thread runs out partway  
through a design...........................172  
Stopping while embroidering .......173  
Attaching the Embroidery Frame.......155  
Attaching the embroidery frame ..155  
Removing the embroidery frame..156  
Using the Memory Function..............175  
Embroidery data precautions........175  
Storing patterns............................176  
Recalling embroidery patterns  
from the computer .......................177  
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Embroidering Neatly  
This section describes the preparations and basic procedures for embroidering.  
■ Stabilizer material  
What to prepare  
Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the  
fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.  
The following is necessary for embroidering.  
■ Fabric  
Prepare the fabric for embroidery. Prepare a piece  
of fabric a little larger than the embroidery frame  
that matches the size of the pattern you want to  
sew.  
We recommend stabilizer material for  
embroidery. Use a water soluble sheet on thin  
materials like organdy and fabrics with a nap like  
towels. For details, refer to “Optional accessories”  
(page 10).  
Note  
z Always use stabilizer when sewing  
embroidery projects, especially when  
embroidering on lightweight or stretch  
fabrics. Not using a stabilizer may result in  
poor quality embroidery designs.  
■ Embroidery thread  
For the upper thread, use the embroidery thread  
or country thread.  
z When embroidering on large pieces of  
fabric, arrange the fabric so that it does not  
hang off the table where the sewing machine  
is placed. If embroidery is done with the  
fabric hanging off, the embroidery unit  
movement may be impaired, this could  
cause the pattern to sew incorrectly.  
For the bobbin thread, use the embroidery bobbin  
thread. For details, refer to “Optional accessories”  
(page 10).  
CAUTION  
● Do not embroider fabrics that are too  
thick. To check the fabric thickness,  
attach the embroidery frame to the  
Note  
z For good quality embroidery designs be sure  
to use embroidery thread designed for  
embroidery machines.  
embroidery unit, and use  
(Needle  
position button) to raise the needle. If  
there is space between the presser foot  
and the fabric, the fabric can be  
z Before starting to sew, be sure there is  
enough bobbin thread. If you continue  
embroidering when the bobbin thread is  
low, the thread may become tangled.  
embroidered. If there is not space, do not  
embroider the fabric. Otherwise, the  
needle may break, resulting in injury.  
● Be careful when sewing overlapping  
patterns. The needle may not easily pierce  
the fabric, causing the needle to break.  
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■ Needle  
Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When  
embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use  
a 90/14 home sewing machine needle.  
Memo  
z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the  
sewing machine is purchased.  
z When replacing the needle, refer to  
“Replacing the needle” (page 40).  
CAUTION  
● Since ball point needles (gold colored) are  
needles for fabrics where stitches are  
easily skipped, such as pattern stitching  
and stretch fabrics, be absolutely sure not  
to use them for embroidery. The needle  
may break or bend.  
4
■ Other  
Embroidery frames “small” and “medium” are  
optional. For details, refer to “Optional  
accessories” (page 10).  
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Embroidery step by step  
The basic steps for embroidery are as follows.  
Attach the embroidery foot “Q”.  
1
2
3
Presser foot attachment  
For details on attaching the embroidery foot, refer to “Attaching the  
embroidery foot” (page 145).  
↓
Use a needle matched to the fabric.  
For details on replacing the needle, refer to “Replacing the needle” (page  
40).  
Checking the needle  
↓
Attach the embroidery unit.  
For details on attaching the embroidery unit, refer to “Attaching the  
embroidery unit” (page 148).  
Embroidery unit  
attachment  
↓
When using other kinds of embroidery bobbin thread, use the optional  
alternate bobbin case (pink marking).  
4
5
6
Replacing the bobbin case  
Bobbin thread setup  
Fabric preparation  
For details on replacing the bobbin case, refer to “Cleaning the race”  
(page 180).  
↓
For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in  
place.  
For details on setting up the bobbin thread, refer to “Winding/Installing  
the Bobbin” (page 23).  
↓
Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery  
frame.  
For details on preparing the fabric, refer to “Preparing the Fabric” (page  
151).  
↓
Attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit.  
For details on attaching the embroidery frame, refer to “Attaching the  
Embroidery Frame” (page 155).  
Embroidery frame  
attachment  
7
8
↓
Select an embroidery pattern.  
For details on selecting embroidery patterns, refer to “Selecting  
Embroidery Patterns” (page 157).  
Pattern selection  
↓
Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery.  
For details on adjusting the layout, refer to “Adjusting the layout” (page  
169).  
9
Checking the layout  
Embroidery thread setup  
↓
Set up embroidery thread according to the pattern.  
For details on setting up the thread, refer to “Upper Threading” (page  
29).  
10  
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Attaching the Embroidery Foot  
This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot.  
Attaching the embroidery foot  
CAUTION  
● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure  
Attach the embroidery foot when embroidering. Have  
the included embroidery foot “Q” and a screwdriver  
ready.  
to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise  
injuries may occur if  
(Start/stop  
button) is accidentally pressed and the  
machine starts sewing.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
1
c
2
a
b
Embroidery foot bar  
Caught by the presser foot holder screw  
a
CAUTION  
4
a
Presser foot lever  
● Always use the embroidery foot “Q”  
when embroidering. If the wrong presser  
foot is used, the needle may hit the  
presser foot and break or bend.  
X The presser foot is raised.  
• At the time of purchase, the presser foot lever  
is up.  
Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
Press and hold the black button on the back of  
the presser foot holder to detach the presser  
foot.  
a
d
twice to raise the needle.  
a
1
b
a
Needle position button  
X The needle goes up.  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
b
Black button  
Presser foot holder  
b
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Loosen the presser foot holder screw and  
remove the presser foot holder.  
Secure the embroidery foot with the presser  
foot holder screw.  
e
h
Turn the screwdriver toward the back.  
Set the embroidery foot perpendicular.  
b
a
c
a
b
c
Screwdriver  
Presser foot holder  
Presser foot holder screw  
Firmly tighten the presser foot holder screw.  
Turn the screwdriver toward the front.  
i
Hold the embroidery foot with your right  
hand, as shown.  
f
Hold the embroidery foot with your index  
finger wrapped around the lever at the back of  
the foot.  
a
CAUTION  
● Do not hit the needle with your finger or  
the embroidery foot “Q” when attaching  
it. The needle may break or cause injury.  
● Be sure to tighten the screw with the  
included screwdriver. If the screw is  
loose, the needle may hit the presser foot  
and break or bend.  
● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel  
toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to  
make sure that the needle does not hit the  
presser foot. Otherwise, the needle may  
break or bend.  
a
Lever  
While pressing in the lever with your finger, fit  
the embroidery foot bar over the needle clamp  
screw to attach the embroidery foot to the  
presser foot bar.  
g
1
2
a
b
Embroidery foot bar  
Needle clamp screw  
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Removing the embroidery foot  
Press  
(Needle position button) once or  
a
twice to raise the needle.  
1
a
Needle position button  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
b
4
Raise the presser foot lever.  
c
a
a
Presser foot lever  
X The presser foot is raised.  
While pressing in the lever at the back of the  
embroidery foot with your finger, loosen the  
presser foot holder screw, and then remove  
embroidery foot “Q”.  
d
Turn the screwdriver toward the back.  
Attach the presser foot holder.  
e
• For details, refer to “Attaching the presser  
foot holder” (page 44).  
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Attaching the Embroidery Unit  
This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit.  
Embroidery unit precautions  
Attaching the embroidery unit  
Cautions for the embroidery unit will be explained  
below.  
Get the included embroidery unit ready.  
CAUTION  
● Do not move the sewing machine with the  
embroidery unit in place. The embroidery  
unit may be dropped and cause injury.  
● Keep your hands and other objects away  
from the embroidery carriage and frame.  
Otherwise injury may result.  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
Note  
z Do not touch the connector in the  
embroidery unit connector slot. The  
connector could be damaged, and it may  
cause malfunctions.  
z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage,  
and do not forcefully move it. It may cause  
malfunctions.  
Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left.  
b
Slide the tab on the cover of the connection  
port in the direction of the arrow to open the  
c
cover.  
Note  
z Be sure to close the cover of the connection  
port when the embroidery unit is not being  
used.  
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Slide the embroidery unit onto the sewing  
machine arm.  
d
CAUTION  
Push it in until it clicks and stops.  
● Do not put your hands or other objects  
near the carriage. It may cause injury.  
Note  
z If the machine is initialized with hands or  
objects near the carriage, the screen may  
return to the initial display. After removing  
whatever is near the carriage, turn the power  
on again.  
X The screen for selecting the embroidery  
pattern type is displayed.  
X The embroidery unit is attached.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
e
4
• For details on the embroidery patterns, refer  
to “Selecting Embroidery Patterns” (page  
157).  
X The confirmation message is displayed.  
Be sure that no objects or hands are near the  
f
embroidery unit and press  
.
Memo  
z Utility stitches cannot be selected when the  
embroidery unit is attached.  
• When an animation is displayed on the  
screen, the message above will be displayed  
if you touch the screen with your finger.  
X The carriage moves to its initial position.  
a
a
Carriage  
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Hold the release button on the bottom left of  
the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the  
d
Removing the embroidery unit  
embroidery unit to the left.  
Make sure that the sewing machine is completely  
stopped and follow the instructions below.  
Remove the embroidery frame.  
a
• For details on removing the embroidery  
frame, refer to “Removing the embroidery  
frame” (page 156).  
Press  
, and then press  
.
a
b
a
Release button  
X The embroidery carriage moves into a  
X The embroidery unit separates from the  
position where it can be stored.  
sewing machine.  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
c
CAUTION  
● Do not carry the embroidery unit by  
holding the release button compartment.  
CAUTION  
● Always turn off the sewing machine  
before removing the embroidery unit.  
It may cause malfunctions if removed  
when the machine is turned on.  
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Preparing the Fabric  
After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame.  
Prepare stabilizer material that is larger than  
the embroidery frame being used.  
a
Attaching a stabilizer material  
to the fabric  
Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the  
fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.  
3
1
2
a
b
c
Fabric  
Size of embroidery frame  
Stabilizer material  
Memo  
z We recommend the stabilizer material for  
embroidery. Use a water soluble stabilizer  
on thin materials like organdy and fabrics  
with a nap like towels. For details, refer to  
“Optional accessories” (page 10).  
If you are using stabilizers with adhesive, place  
the adhesive surface of the stabilizer material  
against the wrong side of the fabric, and iron it  
with a steam iron.  
b
4
Note  
z Always use stabilizer material for  
embroidery with stretch fabrics, thin fabrics,  
fabrics with a loose weave and fabrics where  
stitches easily contract.  
1
2
3
a
b
c
Stabilizer material  
Fabric (wrong side)  
Attached surface  
CAUTION  
● Always use stabilizer material when  
sewing embroidery projects. The needle  
may break or bend if you embroider  
without using a stabilizer material for thin  
fabrics or stretch fabrics. Furthermore,  
the pattern may be sewn incorrectly.  
†
When it cannot be ironed or placed in the  
hoop.  
For fabrics, such as towels, which cannot be  
ironed or for embroidering in places where  
ironing is difficult, place the stabilizer  
material under the fabric, and stretch the  
fabric in the embroidery frame without  
attaching the stabilizer.  
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Setting the fabric in the  
embroidery frame  
CAUTION  
● Use the embroidery frame that matches  
the size of the pattern being embroidered.  
Otherwise, the embroidery frame may be  
hit by the presser foot and cause injury or  
needle breakage.  
The fabric is stretched in the embroidery frame. If the  
fabric is loose, the quality of the embroidery pattern  
may be poor. Put the fabric in the frame without slack  
following the steps below. Have a fabric with a  
stabilizer material attached and the embroidery frame  
(medium, small, large or extra large (multi-position))  
ready.  
Loosen the embroidery frame adjustment  
a
screw and remove the inner and outer frames,  
placing the outer frame on a flat surface.  
Separate the inner and outer frame by removing  
inner frame upward.  
■ Embroidery frame (large)  
Embroidery can be done in an area with a height of  
up to 18 cm (7 inches) and a width of up to 13 cm  
(5 inches). This is used to embroider multiple  
patterns without changing the fabric position in the  
frame.  
1
2
3
a
b
c
Inner frame  
Outer frame  
Adjustment screw  
■ Embroidery frame (medium)[option]  
Patterns with a height of up to 10 cm (4 inches)  
and a width of up to 10 cm (4 inches) can be sewn.  
Place the fabric with the stabilizer material on  
top of the outer frame.  
b
Have the right side of the cloth up.  
1
■ Embroidery frame (small)[option]  
Patterns with a height of up to 2 cm (1 inch) and a  
width of up to 6 cm (2-1/2 inches) can be sewn.  
This is used for letters and other small embroidery.  
a Right side  
Press the inner frame in from the top of the  
fabric.  
c
Line up  
on the inner frame and  
on  
outer frame.  
• There are patterns for which embroidery  
frame (small) cannot be used.  
■
Embroidery frame (extra large (multi-position))  
Embroidery can be done in an area with a height of  
up to 30 cm (12 inches) and a width of up to 13 cm  
(5 inches). This is used to embroider connected or  
combined characters or patterns, or large patterns.  
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Tighten the adjustment screw by hand just  
enough to secure the fabric.  
Tighten the adjustment screw while removing  
any slack in the fabric by hand. The goal is to  
have a drum-like sound when the stretched  
fabric is struck lightly.  
d
g
Gently remove the fabric from the frame  
without loosening the adjustment screw.  
e
■ Using embroidery sheets  
If the embroidery sheet attached to the  
embroidery frame is used, the embroidery can be  
sewn in exactly the right position on the fabric.  
4
Memo  
z This precautionary step will help reduce  
pattern distortion while embroidering.  
Press the inner frame in from the top of the  
f
fabric again, lining up  
on the inner frame  
and  
on outer frame.  
Make a mark with a chalk pen at the center of  
the position for the pattern to be embroidered.  
a
1
2
3
a
b
Embroidery pattern  
Mark  
1
2
5
4
a
b
c
d
e
Outer frame  
Inner frame  
Fabric (right side)  
Stabilizer material  
Ledge of outer frame  
• Press down firmly until the inner frame is  
securely pressed against the ledge of the  
outer frame.  
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Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame.  
■ Embroidery on fabrics that cannot be stretched  
b
on an embroidery frame  
1
When small pieces of fabric that cannot be  
stretched on an embroidery frame or thin pieces  
like ribbon are being embroidered, use stabilizer  
material as a base to stretch on the frame.  
We recommend stabilizer material for all  
embroidery.  
3
2
a
b
c
Embroidery sheet  
Inner frame  
Embroidery sheet base lines  
1
2
3
Line the mark on the fabric up with the base  
line on the embroidery sheet.  
c
1
3
2
Place the inner frame with the fabric on the  
outer frame and stretch the fabric.  
d
e
• For details, refer to page 152.  
Remove the embroidery sheet.  
1
3
a
b
c
Stabilizer material  
Tack or spray glue  
Fabric  
After completing the embroidery, remove the  
stabilizer material carefully.  
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Attaching the Embroidery Frame  
This section describes how to attach the embroidery frame.  
Attaching the embroidery  
frame  
1
Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the  
bobbin and set it into the bobbin case.  
a
• For details, refer to “Winding/Installing the  
Bobbin” (page 23).  
1
a
Lever  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
b
1
2
a
4
a
Presser foot lever  
2
Pass the embroidery frame under the presser  
foot while raising the presser foot lever even  
further.  
c
a
b
Mounting brackets  
Pins  
3
CAUTION  
Note  
● Do not hit the needle with your finger or  
the embroidery frame. It may cause injury  
or needle breakage.  
z Be sure to insert both pins. If only the  
forward or the back pin is inserted, the  
pattern may not turn out correctly.  
While lightly holding the lever on the frame  
d
holder to the left, align the two pins on the  
embroidery frame holder with the mounting  
brackets on the frame, and then press the  
frame into the embroidery frame holder until a  
click is heard.  
CAUTION  
● Correctly set the embroidery frame into  
the embroidery frame holder. Otherwise,  
the presser foot may hit the embroidery  
frame, resulting in injury.  
After pressing the front mounting bracket onto  
the pin so that it clicks into place, press the  
back mounting bracket into place.  
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Pass the embroidery frame under the presser  
foot while raising the presser foot lever even  
further.  
c
Removing the embroidery  
frame  
Make sure that the sewing machine is completely  
stopped and follow the instructions below.  
Raise the presser foot lever.  
a
a
CAUTION  
a
Presser foot lever  
● Do not hit the needle with your finger or  
the embroidery frame. It may cause injury  
or needle breakage.  
While pushing the lever of the embroidery  
frame holder to the left, lift the embroidery  
frame up to remove it.  
b
Remove the back mounting bracket from the  
pin, and then remove the front mounting  
bracket from the pin.  
1
1
a
Lever  
1
2
2
a
b
Mounting brackets  
Pins  
3
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Selecting Embroidery Patterns  
This section provides details on the various types of embroidery patterns available and the procedure for  
selecting a pattern.  
■ Frame patterns  
Copyright information  
10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be  
combined with 12 stitch types.  
The patterns stored in the sewing machine and  
embroidery cards are intended for private use only.  
Any public or commercial use of copyrighted  
patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is  
strictly prohibited.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting a frame  
pattern” (page 162).  
■ Embroidery card (sold separately)  
Patterns from an embroidery card can be  
embroidered.  
Embroidery pattern types  
• For details, refer to “Using an embroidery  
card (sold separately)” (page 163).  
An embroidery pattern can be selected from the  
following types available.  
■ Patterns stored in the machine's memory  
Patterns, such as frequently used character  
combinations, can be stored in the machine’s  
memory to be recalled later and embroidered.  
Patterns consisting of up to 12 patterns or 512 KB  
can be stored.  
a
b
c
d
4
• For details, refer to “Storing patterns” (page  
176).  
e
f
g
■ Patterns recalled from the computer  
Patterns recalled from a computer can be  
embroidered.  
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
Embroidery patterns  
Additional embroidery patterns  
Alphabet patterns  
Frame patterns  
Embroidery card  
Patterns stored in the machine's memory  
Patterns recalled from the computer  
• For details, refer to “Recalling embroidery  
patterns from the computer” (page 177).  
■ Embroidery patterns (Embroidery patterns/  
Additional embroidery patterns)  
There are total 136 patterns. The patterns are  
completed by changing the upper thread  
according to the instructions displayed on the  
screen.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting an embroidery  
pattern” (page 161).  
■ Alphabet patterns  
There are 6 types of characters (European  
characters); upper case/lower case/numbers/  
symbols.  
• For details, refer to “Selecting characters”  
(page 160).  
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LCD (liquid crystal display)  
operation  
The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the  
operation keys on the operation panel. The use of the  
keys for embroidery will be explained below.  
DISPLAY UNIT  
■ Operation keys  
The measurement units that are displayed can be  
selected. [mm/inch]  
EMBROIDERY TENSION  
The thread tension for embroidering can be  
adjusted. [-8 to +8]  
MAX EMBROIDERY SPEED (SPM)  
The maximum embroidering speed can be  
selected. [650SPM/350SPM]  
Returns to the previous screen.  
When there are patterns that are not  
displayed on the screen (when  
or  
is displayed), the previous  
patterns/subsequent patterns are  
displayed.  
Returns to the type selection screen.  
The selected pattern is cancelled.  
Press this key to adjust language or  
change the thread color display or  
other settings.  
Press  
(Settings key).  
NAME OF COLOR: Typical color name  
TIME: Time required for embroidering  
NEEDLE COUNT: Needle progress number  
#123: Select from the following thread color  
number sets  
• EMBROIDERY (POLYESTER) THREAD#  
• COUNTRY (COTTON) THREAD#  
• MADEIRA POLY THREAD#  
• MADEIRA RAYON THREAD#  
• SULKY POLY THREAD#  
• ROBISON-ANTON POLY THREAD#  
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■ LCD button  
The needle progresses one color or  
one stitch (if pressed continuously, 9  
When a specific pattern is selected,  
stitches to 20 stitches) at a time and  
press this key and then, press  
changes the position for starting the  
embroidery. This is used when a  
specific color is not sewn or when  
restarting the sewing machine after  
power has been turned off in the  
middle of the operation.  
to switch the display. The  
sewing settings such as the specified  
alphabet character string and color  
are confirmed.  
Press this key to change the thread  
settings.  
4
Backone  
color  
Forward  
one color  
Backone  
stitch  
Forward  
one stitch  
• For details, refer to “Resewing” (page 172).  
The position of the pattern within the  
embroidery frame can be checked,  
and the size and angle can be  
changed.  
Press this key to select or cancel  
programmed thread cutting.  
Press  
tension.  
or  
to adjust the thread  
Press  
or  
to change the  
thread density (character patterns  
only).  
Press this key to adjust the pattern.  
• For details, refer to “Adjusting the layout”  
(page 169).  
Memo  
z Keys that appear surrounded with a dotted  
line cannot be used.  
Press this key when you want to  
change the color character by  
character in character embroidery.  
Since the sewing machine stops at  
the end of each character, the upper  
thread is changed as you sew.  
Press this key again to cancel multi-color.  
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Selecting characters  
Specify the characters for embroidery.  
Memo  
z When “The pattern is too large for the  
embroidery frame.“ is displayed, no more  
characters can be input.  
z Characters of different styles (sans serif, serif,  
and outline, etc.) cannot be combined.  
Select the character stitches.  
a
Select the character style.  
b
Select the characters.  
If a wrong character was selected, press  
c
.
†
Example: Welcome  
Switch between uppercase/lowercase  
Switch among large/medium/small sizes  
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Select the pattern.  
Switch the screen using  
b
(Previous page  
key) and  
(Next page key).  
Memo  
z The character pattern that you created can  
be stored for later use. For details, refer to  
“Storing patterns” (page 176).  
•
When  
/
is pressed, the display of  
patterns moves backward/forward 10 patterns.  
Selecting an embroidery pattern  
There are total of 136 embroidery patterns, such as  
fruits and animals, stored in the machine's memory.  
4
70 Embroidery patterns  
66 Embroidery patterns  
X When a pattern is selected, it can be  
embroidered.  
Memo  
z Refer to “Embroidery Pattern Color Change  
Table“ in the Quick reference guide for  
samples of completed patterns and the  
thread used.  
Select the type of the embroidery pattern.  
a
X The pattern selection screen is displayed.  
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Select the stitch.  
Switch the screen using  
c
(Previous page  
key) (Next page key), and select from the  
Selecting a frame pattern  
12 stitches.  
10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be  
combined with 12 stitch types.  
Memo  
z Refer to “Frame patterns“ in the Quick  
reference guide for frame pattern shapes and  
stitches.  
Press the frame pattern.  
X When a stitch is selected, it can be  
a
embroidered.  
X The frame shape selection screen is  
displayed.  
Select the frame shape.  
Switch the screen using  
b
(Previous page  
key)  
(Next page key), and select from the  
ten types.  
X The stitch selection screen is displayed.  
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Insert the embroidery card in the embroidery  
card slot on the right side of the sewing  
machine.  
b
Using an embroidery card  
(sold separately)  
Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward  
you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow.  
If an embroidery card is used, you can embroider  
patterns other than the patterns stored in the sewing  
machine. There are various cards with different  
themes.  
Note  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
c
z Always turn off the sewing machine to insert  
and remove embroidery cards.  
z Insert the embroidery card into the  
embroidery card slot, facing it in the right  
direction.  
z Do not put anything other than an  
embroidery card in the embroidery card slot.  
z When embroidery cards are not in use, keep  
them in their storage cases.  
4
Press the embroidery card on the screen.  
d
z Use only embroidery cards manufactured for  
this machine. Using unauthorized cards may  
cause your machine to operate incorrectly.  
z Embroidery cards purchased in foreign  
countries may not work with your machine.  
z Large patterns supplied on embroidery cards  
may be difficult to view on the screen.  
X The selection screen for the patterns stored  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
in the card is displayed.  
Select a pattern.  
The operation is the same as in “Selecting  
e
Embroidery Patterns” (page 157).  
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Embroidering  
After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for  
embroidering and appliquéing.  
Sewing attractive finishes  
There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (page 151) and  
hooping the fabric in the frame (page 152) are two important factors mentioned earlier. Another important point  
is the appropriateness of the needle and thread being used. See the explanation of threads below. Included with  
this machine are two bobbin cases. Follow the explanation below.  
Use embroidery thread, or country embroidery thread intended for use with  
Upper thread  
Bobbin thread  
this machine.  
Other embroidery threads may not yield optimum results.  
Thread  
Use embroidery bobbin thread intended for use with this machine.  
Memo  
z If you use threads other than those listed above, the embroidery may not sew out correctly.  
Bobbin case  
Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) is in the machine for  
sewing and embroidery. The bobbin case originally installed in the machine  
has a green screw.  
Alternate bobbin case (pink marking on the screw) is set with tighter tension  
for embroidery with different weights of bobbin threads and a variety of  
embroidery techniques.  
a
1 Marking Green/Pink  
For details on how to remove the bobbin case, refer to “Cleaning the race” (page 180).  
Note  
z Before embroidering, check that there is enough thread in the bobbin. If you continue sewing without  
enough thread in the bobbin, the thread may tangle.  
z Do not leave objects in the range of motion of the embroidery frame. The frame may strike the object  
and cause a poor finish to the embroidery pattern.  
z When embroidering on large garments (especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do not let the fabric  
hang over the table. Otherwise, the embroidery unit cannot move freely, and the pattern may not turn  
out as planned.  
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†
Example: Embroidery thread number selected  
Embroidering a pattern  
Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change  
of thread after each color.  
Prepare embroidery thread of the color shown  
on the screen.  
a
c
a
b
d
e
a
Embroidery frames that can be used for  
embroidering  
b
c
d
e
Current color step/Number of colors in design  
Current name of color  
Current color part  
Set the embroidery thread, and thread the  
needle.  
b
Next color part  
4
• Refer to “Threading the upper thread” (page  
29) and “Threading the needle” (page 32).  
• The thread color number set displayed for the  
thread colors can be changed. Press  
Note  
(Settings key), and then change the setting in  
the settings screen. For details, refer to “LCD  
(liquid crystal display) operation” (page 158).  
z Before using the needle threader, be sure to  
lower the presser foot.  
Pass the thread through the embroidery foot  
hole, and hold it lightly in your left hand.  
Give the thread a little slack.  
c
CAUTION  
● If the thread is pulled too tight, the needle  
may break or bend.  
● Do not let hands or objects hit the  
carriage while sewing. The pattern may  
misalign.  
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Lower the presser foot lever.  
Press  
(Start/stop button) again.  
d
h
X The embroidery begins again.  
X Stitching stops automatically with  
reinforcement after one color has been  
completed. When automatic thread cutting  
is set, the thread is cut.  
Set up embroidery thread for the next color,  
i
j
and repeat steps  
a
through  
h
.
1
a
Presser foot lever  
Cut the excess thread.  
Press  
(Start/stop button).  
X When the last color is sewn, “Finished  
sewing.” will appear on the display. Press  
, and the display will return to the  
initial screen.  
e
Memo  
z For the automatic cutting setting, refer to  
“LCD (liquid crystal display) operation”  
(page 158).  
1
a
Start/stop button  
After progressing 5-6 stitches, press  
stop button) to stop the machine.  
(Start/  
f
g
Use scissors to cut the thread at the beginning  
of the stitching.  
Cut the thread at the edge of the stitching.  
• If the thread is left at the beginning of the  
stitching, it may be sewn over as you  
continue embroidering the pattern, making it  
very difficult to deal with the thread after the  
pattern is finished. Trim the thread at the  
beginning.  
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Remove the fabric from the embroidery frame,  
and cut it out along the cut-out line.  
d
Appliquéing  
Cut carefully along the stitching and remove  
the thread.  
Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric  
(appliqué piece). Press  
(Settings key), and set  
the thread color display to NAME OF COLOR, so  
“APPLIQUE MATERIAL”, “APPLIQUE POSITION”  
and “APPLIQUE” are displayed on the screen.  
Select an appliqué pattern.  
a
• If it is not cut right on the stitching, it will not  
be finished neatly.  
Stretch the base fabric on the embroidery  
frame.  
e
Set up the thread for appliquéing.  
When “APPLIQUE MATERIAL“ is displayed on  
the screen, apply iron-on stabilizer to the back  
of the appliqué piece fabric, and stretch it on  
the embroidery frame.  
f
g
b
Lower the presser foot lever, and press  
(Start/stop button).  
X The position for the appliqué is stitched, and  
4
the sewing machine stops.  
1
Lower the presser foot lever, and press  
c
(Start/stop button).  
2
a
b
Appliqué position  
Base fabric  
X The cut-out for the appliqué piece is sewn,  
and the sewing machine stops.  
X “APPLIQUE“ will be displayed on the  
screen.  
1
2
a
b
Cut-out line  
Appliqué piece fabric  
Apply a thin layer of fabric glue or spray  
adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece, and  
attach it in the appliqué position.  
h
X “APPLIQUE POSITION“ will be displayed  
on the screen.  
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Lower the presser foot lever, and press  
i
(Start/stop button).  
Note  
z When “APPLIQUE MATERIAL”, “APPLIQUE  
POSITION” and “APPLIQUE” are displayed,  
a specific color thread does not appear. Use  
a proper color thread to match the appliqué  
piece.  
Follow the instructions on the screen, and  
change thread colors as you sew.  
j
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Editing Patterns  
This section describes ways to edit, adjust, and reposition patterns.  
Check and adjust the layout.  
c
Adjusting the layout  
a
b c d e f  
The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the  
embroidery frame.  
You can check the layout before starting embroidery  
and change the position and the size.  
g
k
j
h
i
Memo  
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
Layout within the frame  
Available embroidery frames  
Display unit (cm/INCH)  
Change position keys  
Size key  
Layout key  
Rotation key  
Horizontal mirror image key  
Distance from the center  
Embroidery size  
z Keys that appear surrounded with a dotted  
line cannot be used.  
After selecting the embroidery pattern, press  
a
.
X The embroidery screen is displayed.  
Starting point key  
4
Embroidery frame size  
These flash if the pattern was resized,  
the layout was adjusted, or the  
recommended embroidery frame size  
was changed. Embroidery frame icons  
that appear in gray cannot be used.  
Size key  
Increases/decreases the size of the  
Press  
.
pattern. Press  
to return to the  
b
previous screen.  
X The layout screen is displayed.  
Decreases size  
Returns to original size  
Returns to center position (when the  
pattern was moved with the change  
position key)  
Increases size  
Change position keys  
Moves the embroidery position up,  
down, left and right.  
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Starting point key  
Memo  
Moves the needle start position to align  
the needle with the pattern position.  
z If you make a note of the values in the lower  
part of screen when you change the size and  
position, you can sew with the same size  
and layout even if you have to turn the  
• Press  
to return to the previous screen.  
power back on in the middle of your work.  
Layout key  
Press this key to move to rotation  
screen.  
Moves the needle to the position of  
the selected needle start position.  
Moves the frame to check the pattern  
position.  
Rotation key  
Rotates the pattern one degree, 10  
degrees or 90 degrees at a time.  
• Press  
(Back key) to return to the  
previous screen.  
CAUTION  
● Never lower the needle when the  
embroidery frame is moving. The needle  
may break or bend.  
● When you have revised the pattern, check  
the display of available embroidery  
frames and use an appropriate frame. If  
you use an embroidery frame not  
displayed as available for use, the presser  
foot may strike the frame and possibly  
cause injury.  
Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the  
left  
Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the  
right  
Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the  
left  
Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the  
right  
Rotates the pattern 1 degree to the  
left  
Rotates the pattern 1 degree to the  
right  
Returns the pattern to its original  
position  
Horizontal mirror image key  
Mirrors the pattern left and right.  
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Press (Back key) to return to the  
d
Adjusting the thread tension  
original screen.  
If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread  
and the fabric may be damaged. Before  
embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check  
the adjustment of the thread tension, etc.  
To adjust the thread tension, press  
key).  
(Settings  
Memo  
z When the power is turned off, the layout  
returns to the original setting.  
z You can also check the pattern size and  
distance from the center by pressing  
after beginning embroidering.  
Press  
Press  
to weaken the thread tension.  
to tighten the thread tension.  
■ Correct thread tension  
4
The thread tension is correct when upper thread  
is just visible on back of the fabric.  
1
2
a
b
Right side  
Wrong side  
■ Upper thread is too tight  
The lower thread will be visible on the front of the  
fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread  
tension.  
1
2
a
b
Right side  
Wrong side  
■ Upper thread is too loose  
The upper thread has slack. In this instance,  
increase the upper thread tension.  
1
2
a
b
Right side  
Wrong side  
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Thread runs out partway  
through a design  
Resewing  
When the wrong upper thread color has been sewn,  
it can be resewn with the correct color.  
When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out  
while sewing, the sewing machine stops. Move the  
needle back about 10 stitches and resume sewing.  
Press  
sewing machine.  
(Start/stop button) to stop the  
a
b
Set up the upper or bobbin thread.  
a
Press  
Press  
Press  
.
Press  
.
b
.
c
Press  
Press  
.
c
(Back one color) to return to the  
d
beginning of the mistaken color.  
(Back one stitch) to move the  
d
needle back about 10 stitches.  
(Forward one stitch) increases the stitch  
number.  
Set up the correct color for the upper thread.  
e
f
Press  
(Start/stop button) to continue the  
design.  
Restart the embroidery.  
e
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Press (Embroidery key).  
c
Stopping while embroidering  
If the embroidery is stopped before it is complete,  
check the current needle count before turning off the  
sewing machine.  
Memo  
z When the sewing machine is turned off, the  
embroidery size and layout return to the  
original setting.  
X The confirmation message is displayed.  
Press  
.
d
Press  
sewing machine.  
(Start/stop button) to stop the  
a
b
Check the current needle count on the screen  
and make a note of it.  
4
X The selected pattern is deleted, and the  
screen for selecting the embroidery pattern  
type is displayed.  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
e
If the needle count is not displayed, press  
(Settings key), and then use  
the following screen.  
to display  
• Always detach the embroidery unit when you  
move the sewing machine.  
Turn on the sewing machine and select the  
pattern.  
f
g
Press  
.
Press  
(Back key) to return to the  
embroidery screen.  
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Press  
.
h
Press  
(Forward one color) to move to  
i
the beginning of the color you want to  
embroider.  
Press  
the needle count.  
(Forward one stitch) to increase  
j
If  
is pressed continuously, it moves  
forward 1 —> 9 —> 30 stitches.  
Move forward to about 10 stitches before the  
total number of stitches confirmed in  
b
.
Restart the embroidery.  
k
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Using the Memory Function  
Embroidery data precautions  
Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine.  
CAUTION  
● When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle  
may break when sewing with a stitch density that is too fine or when sewing three or  
more overlapping stitches. In that case, use one of our original data design systems to  
edit the embroidery data.  
■ Types of Embroidery Data that can be Used  
• Only .pes and .dst embroidery data files can be used with this machine. Using data other than that saved  
using our data design systems or sewing machines may cause the embroidery machine to malfunction.  
■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used  
• Compatible models:  
IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment  
IBM PC-compatible computer equipped with a USB port as standard equipment  
• Compatible operating systems:  
4
Microsoft Windows Me/2000/XP  
(Windows 98SE requires a driver. Download the driver from our web site (www.brother.com).)  
■ Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data  
• If the file name of embroidery data cannot be identified, for example, because the name contains special  
characters, the file is not displayed. If this occurs, change the name of the file. We recommend using the  
26 letters of the alphabet (uppercase and lowercase), the numbers 0 through 9, “-”, and “_”.  
• If .pes embroidery data larger than 30 cm (H) × 13 cm (W) is selected, a message appears asking if you  
wish to rotate the pattern 90 degrees.  
Embroidery data larger than 30 cm (H) × 13 cm (W), even after being rotated 90 degrees, cannot be used  
(All designs must be within the 30 cm (H) × 13 cm (W) design field size.)  
• .pes files saved with the number of stitches, the number of colors and the number of combined patterns  
exceeding the specified limits cannot be displayed. Use one of our original data design systems to edit the  
embroidery pattern so that it meets the specifications.  
• Embroidery data stored in a folder created in USB media can be retrieved.  
• Do not create folders in “Removable Disk” on a computer. If embroidery data is stored in a folder in  
“Removable Disk”, that embroidery data cannot be recalled by the machine.  
• Even if the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine will manage embroidery data.  
■ Tajima (.dst) Embroidery Data  
• .dst data is displayed in the pattern list screen by file name (the actual image cannot be displayed). Only  
the first eight characters of the file name can be displayed.  
• Since Tajima (.dst) data does not contain specific thread color information, it is displayed with our default  
thread color sequence. Check the preview and change the thread colors as desired.  
■ Trademarks  
• IBM is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.  
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific  
to its proprietary programs.  
All other brands and product names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective  
companies. However, the explanations for markings such as ® and ™ are not clearly described within the text.  
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Select the pattern you wish to recall.  
b
Storing patterns  
Switch screens using  
and (Next page key).  
(Previous page key)  
The embroidery patterns and the alphabet characters  
you have customized can be stored in the sewing  
machine's memory.  
Since the stored patterns will not be erased when the  
power is turned off, you can always recall them for  
embroidery. This is convenient for storing names and  
the like. You can store up to 12 patterns or 512 KB of  
data.  
b
a
c
■ Storing a pattern  
After selecting the pattern to be stored, press  
a
a
b
c
Total amount of memory used  
Total amount of memory space  
Number of the currently displayed page from the  
total number of pages  
(Memory key).  
X The selected pattern is shown in reverse  
highlighting.  
Press  
.
c
To delete the stored pattern, press  
.
X After the pattern is stored, the initial screen  
appears again.  
X The stored pattern is recalled.  
Note  
z Do not turn off the sewing machine while  
the pattern is being stored, otherwise the  
pattern data may be lost.  
X The embroidery screen appears, and you  
can embroider the recalled pattern.  
■ Recalling a pattern.  
Press  
(Recall key).  
a
Note  
z Characters saved from an embroidery card  
must have the embroidery card inserted in  
the machine in order to retrieve the memory  
saved from the embroidery card.  
X The stored patterns are displayed.  
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Copy the pattern data to “Removable Disk”.  
c
Recalling embroidery  
patterns from the computer  
Plug the USB cable connectors into the  
corresponding USB port connectors on the  
a
computer and on the machine.  
a
b
X Pattern data in “Removable Disk” is written  
to the machine.  
Note  
z While data is being written, do not  
disconnect the USB cable.  
z
Do not create folders within “Removable  
Disk”. Since folders are not displayed, pattern  
data within folders cannot be recalled.  
4
b
z
While the machine is sewing, do not write  
data to or delete data from “Removable Disk”.  
a
a USB port connector for computer  
b USB cable connector  
Press  
.
d
Memo  
z The USB cable can be plugged into the USB  
port connectors on the computer and  
machine whether or not they are turned on.  
The “Removable Disk” icon appears in “My  
Computer” on the computer.  
X The stored patterns are displayed.  
b
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Select the pattern you wish to recall.  
Switch screens using (Previous page key)  
and (Next page key).  
Adjust the pattern as desired, and then begin  
embroidering.  
e
g
b
a
c
Note  
z If there are 13 or more patterns saved in  
“Removable Disk”, the patterns cannot be  
displayed. When the message “Reduce the  
number of patterns. Only up to 12 patterns  
can be handled.” appears, delete patterns  
from “Removable Disk” so that it contains  
no more than 12 patterns. Then, close the  
error message, repeat the procedure starting  
a
b
c
Total amount of memory used  
Total amount of memory space  
Number of the currently displayed page from the  
total number of pages  
X The selected pattern is shown in reverse  
from step  
d
and then press  
to retrieve  
highlighting.  
the pattern.  
z If patterns copied to “Removable Disk” are  
not saved in the machine's memory, their  
data is lost when the machine is turned off.  
In order to recall patterns directly from the  
machine the next time that they are needed,  
save the data in the machine's memory  
before turning off the machine. For details,  
refer to “Storing patterns” (page 176).  
Press  
.
f
X The stored pattern is recalled.  
X The embroidery screen appears, and you  
can embroider the recalled pattern.  
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APPENDIX  
The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter.  
Care and Maintenance ..........................................................................................180  
Cleaning the machine surface ..........................................................................180  
Cleaning the race .............................................................................................180  
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................182  
Error messages .................................................................................................187  
Adjusting the LCD............................................................................................190  
Operation beep................................................................................................190  
Canceling the operation beep ..........................................................................191  
Upgrading Your Machine’s Software.....................................................................192  
Index .....................................................................................................................193  
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Care and Maintenance  
Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.  
Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and  
then slide it toward you.  
d
Cleaning the machine surface  
If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a  
cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and  
then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning  
it once with a damp cloth, wipe it again with a dry  
cloth.  
a
CAUTION  
a
Needle plate cover  
● Unplug the power supply cord before  
cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries  
or an electric shock may occur.  
X The needle plate cover is removed.  
Remove the bobbin case.  
Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.  
e
Cleaning the race  
Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the  
bobbin case, therefore, it should be cleaned  
periodically.  
1
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
Bobbin case  
a
Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to  
remove any lint and dust from the race and its  
surrounding area.  
f
Unplug the power cord from the power supply  
jack on the right side of the sewing machine.  
b
a
b
CAUTION  
● Unplug the power supply cord before  
cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries  
or an electric shock may occur.  
a
b
Cleaning brush  
Race  
• Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.  
Remove the flat bed attachment or the  
embroidery unit if either is attached.  
c
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Insert the bobbin case so that the projection  
on the bobbin case aligns with the spring.  
Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into  
the needle plate, and then slide the cover back  
on.  
g
h
a
a
b
a
Needle plate cover  
CAUTION  
2
●
Never use a bobbin case that is scratched,  
otherwise the upper thread may become  
tangled, the needle may break or sewing  
performance may suffer. For a new bobbin  
case (part code: XC3153-051 (green  
marking), XC8167-251(pink marking)),  
contact your nearest authorized service  
center.  
1
a
b
Projection  
Spring  
● Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly  
installed, otherwise the needle may break.  
5
1
a
Bobbin case  
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Troubleshooting  
If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service.  
If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.  
Symptom  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Reference  
The machine is not turned on.  
Turn on the machine.  
page 17  
The start/stop button was not  
pressed.  
Press the start/stop button.  
Lower the presser foot lever.  
page 51  
page 50  
The sewing  
machine does not  
operate.  
The presser foot lever is raised.  
Do not use the start/stop button when  
the foot controller is connected. To  
use the start/stop button, disconnect  
the foot controller.  
The start/stop button was pressed,  
even though the foot controller is  
connected.  
page 51  
The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.  
Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten  
The needle clamp screw is loose.  
the screw.  
page 40  
page 39  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
Select a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric  
being sewn.  
The combination of fabric, thread  
and needle is not correct.  
The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is  
appropriate for the type of stitch  
that you wish to sew.  
appropriate for the type of stitch that  
you wish to sew.  
page 68  
page 57  
The upper thread tension is too  
tight.  
Loosen the upper thread tension.  
The fabric is pulled too much.  
The spool is incorrectly installed.  
The area around the hole in the  
Lightly guide the fabric.  
–
The needle breaks.  
Correctly install the spool.  
page 29  
Replace the needle plate. Contact  
needle plate is scratched, or has a your retailer or the nearest authorized  
–
–
–
burr on it.  
service center.  
The area around the hole in the  
presser foot is scratched, or has a  
burr on it.  
Replace the presser foot. Contact  
your retailer or the nearest authorized  
service center.  
Replace the bobbin case. Contact  
your retailer or the nearest authorized  
service center.  
The bobbin case is scratched, or  
has a burr on it.  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
A bobbin designed specifically for properly. Only use a bobbin  
page 23  
this machine is not used.  
designed specifically for this  
machine.  
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Symptom  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Reference  
The upper thread was not  
threaded correctly (for example,  
the spool is not installed correctly,  
the spool cap is too big for the  
spool being used, or the thread  
has come out of the needle bar  
thread guide).  
Correct the upper threading.  
page 29  
There are knots or tangles in the  
thread.  
Remove any knots or tangles.  
–
The selected needle is not  
appropriate for the thread being  
used.  
Select a needle that is appropriate for  
the type of thread being used.  
page 39  
page 57  
page 180  
The upper thread tension is too  
tight.  
Loosen the upper thread tension.  
Remove the tangled thread. If the  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the race.  
The thread is tangled, for example,  
in the bobbin case.  
The upper thread  
breaks.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
page 40  
The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.  
The area around the hole in the Replace the needle plate. Contact  
needle plate is scratched, or has a your retailer or the nearest authorized  
–
–
–
burr on it.  
service center.  
The area around the hole in the  
presser foot is scratched, or has a  
burr on it.  
Replace the presser foot. Contact  
your retailer or the nearest authorized  
service center.  
5
Replace the bobbin case. Contact  
your retailer or the nearest authorized  
service center.  
The bobbin case is scratched, or  
has a burr on it.  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
A bobbin designed specifically for properly. Only use a bobbin  
page 23  
this machine is not used.  
designed specifically for this  
machine.  
The thread that was pulled out  
was not wound onto the bobbin  
correctly.  
Wind the thread that was pulled off  
around the bobbin five or six times  
clockwise.  
page 25  
page 26  
Bobbin thread  
does not wind  
neatly on the  
bobbin.  
Move the sewing speed controller to  
the right (so that the speed will be  
fast).  
Bobbin spins slowly.  
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Symptom  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Reference  
The bobbin thread is incorrectly  
installed.  
Correctly install the bobbin thread.  
page 27  
The bobbin is scratched or does  
not rotate smoothly, or has a burr Replace the bobbin.  
on it.  
–
The lower thread  
is tangled or  
breaks.  
Remove the tangled thread and clean  
the race.  
The thread is tangled.  
page 180  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
A bobbin designed specifically for properly. Only use a bobbin  
page 23  
this machine is not used.  
designed specifically for this  
machine.  
The upper thread was not  
threaded correctly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
page 29  
page 27  
The bobbin thread is incorrectly  
installed.  
Correctly install the bobbin thread.  
Select a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric  
being sewn.  
The combination of fabric, thread  
and needle is not correct.  
page 39  
The thread tension  
is incorrect.  
The presser foot holder is  
incorrectly installed.  
Correctly install the presser foot  
holder.  
page 44  
page 57  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
A bobbin designed specifically for properly. Only use a bobbin  
page 23  
this machine is not used.  
designed specifically for this  
machine.  
The upper thread was not  
threaded correctly, or the bobbin  
is incorrectly installed.  
Correctly thread the upper thread and  
correctly install the bobbin thread.  
page 27,  
page 29  
The spool is incorrectly installed.  
Correctly install the spool.  
page 29  
page 39  
page 40  
Select a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric  
being sewn.  
The combination of fabric, thread  
and needle is not correct.  
The fabric is  
wrinkled.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
If thin fabrics are being sewn, the Shorten the stitch length or sew with  
page 57,  
page 64  
stitch is too coarse.  
stabilizer material under the fabric.  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
page 57  
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Symptom  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Reference  
The upper thread was not  
threaded correctly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
page 29  
Select a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric  
being sewn.  
The combination of fabric, thread  
and needle is not correct.  
page 39  
Stitches are  
skipped.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
page 40  
page 40  
The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.  
Dust has accumulated under the  
Remove the needle plate cover and  
page 180  
page 180  
page 29  
needle plate or in the bobbin case. clean the race.  
Dust has accumulated in the feed  
Clean the race.  
dogs or in the bobbin case.  
The upper thread was not  
threaded correctly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
A high-pitched  
noise is made  
while sewing.  
Replace the bobbin case. Contact  
your retailer or the nearest authorized  
service center.  
The bobbin case is scratched, or  
has a burr on it.  
–
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
A bobbin designed specifically for properly. Only use a bobbin  
page 23  
this machine is not used.  
designed specifically for this  
machine.  
The thread does  
The needle has not been raised to  
Press the needle position button.  
page 32  
page 40  
not pass through the correct position.  
5
the eye of the  
The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.  
needle.  
The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is  
appropriate for the type of stitch  
that you wish to sew.  
appropriate for the type of stitch that  
you wish to sew.  
page 68  
page 57  
page 180  
The stitch is not  
sewn correctly.  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
Remove the tangle thread. If the  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the race.  
The thread is tangled, for example,  
in the bobbin case.  
The feed dogs are lowered.  
The stitch is too fine.  
Slide the drop feed lever to the right.  
Lengthen the stitch length.  
page 108  
page 57  
The presser foot that is used is not Attach the presser foot that is  
The fabric does  
not feed.  
appropriate for the type of stitch  
that you wish to sew.  
appropriate for the type of stitch that  
you wish to sew.  
page 68  
Remove the tangled thread. If the  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the race.  
The thread is tangled, for example,  
in the bobbin case.  
page 180  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
authorized service center.  
The sewing lamp is damaged.  
The machine is not turned on.  
–
The sewing lamp  
does not come on.  
Turn on the machine.  
page 17  
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Symptom  
Probable Cause  
Remedy  
Reference  
Nothing appears The brightness of the LCD is either  
Adjust the brightness of the LCD.  
page 190  
in the LCD.  
too light or too dark.  
Machine does not  
operate when  
button is pressed.  
An animation is displayed on the  
LCD.  
Touch the LCD with your finger, and  
the animation will disappear.  
page 18  
No pattern selected.  
Select a pattern.  
page 157  
page 148  
Embroidery unit  
does not move.  
The embroidery unit is not set up  
correctly.  
Set the embroidery unit up correctly.  
The fabric is not fully stretched on  
the embroidery frame. The fabric  
is loose.  
Stretch the fabric properly on the  
embroidery frame.  
page 152  
page 151  
Always use stabilizer material for  
embroidery with stretch fabrics, thin  
No stabilizer material is attached. fabrics, fabrics with a loose weave  
and fabrics where stitches easily  
contract.  
Remove the tangled thread. When  
The thread is tangled and the  
the bobbin case is plugged up, clean  
bobbin case, etc., is plugged up.  
the race.  
page 180  
page 171  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
thread.  
If the embroidery unit carriage or  
embroidery frame bumps into objects,  
Objects are placed near the  
the pattern will be misaligned. Do not  
carriage or embroidery frame.  
page 149  
Embroidery not  
neatly done.  
place objects within the range of  
embroidery frame motion.  
Stretch the fabric on the frame once  
Material coming out of the  
embroidery frame is causing  
problems.  
again so that the material coming out  
of the embroidery frame does not  
cause problems, rotate the pattern  
and embroider.  
–
If embroidery is done with the fabric  
hanging off the table, the embroidery  
unit movement will be impaired.  
Support the fabric while embroidering.  
A heavy fabric is being  
embroidered, and the fabric is  
hanging off the table.  
–
–
–
The fabric is catching. It is  
pinched.  
Stop the sewing machine and set the  
fabric up correctly.  
The carriage was moved while the If the carriage is moved during the  
embroidery frame was being  
removed or attached during  
embroidery.  
process, the pattern may be misaligned.  
Be careful when removing or  
attaching the embroidery frame.  
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Error messages  
When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the LCD.  
Follow what is displayed. If you press  
displayed, the message disappears.  
or do the operation correctly while the error message is  
Error Message  
Probable Cause  
There is a possibility that the data for the selected pattern is corrupted.  
Either the start/stop button or the reverse/reinforcement stitch button  
was pressed at a screen other than the sewing screen.  
The start/stop button was pressed without connecting the foot controller  
while the setting for adjusting the stitch width using the sewing speed  
controller is set to “ON”. You have selected a pattern for which width  
control cannot be used.  
The twin needle setting is selected while a pattern that cannot be sewn  
with the twin needle is selected.  
Upper thread broken.  
Upper thread not set up correctly.  
Upper thread has run out.  
CAUTION  
5
Be sure to rethread the machine. If you press the start/stop button  
without rethreading the machine, the thread tension may be wrong or  
the needle may break and cause injury.  
You tried to create a design with too many points with the My Custom  
Stitch function.  
The machine is deleting a previously saved pattern while in embroidery  
edit mode.  
The start/stop button was pressed while the foot controller was  
connected. You tried to use the foot controller for embroidery.  
While embroidering, data is written to the “Removable Disk” in the  
connected computer or data is deleted from the “Removable Disk”.  
The start/stop button was pressed before the editing was completed  
with the My custom stitch function.  
on the LCD was pressed when no card was inserted.  
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Error Message  
Probable Cause  
A stitch other than the buttonhole, bar tack or darning stitch was  
selected and the start/stop button was pressed while the buttonhole  
lever is lowered.  
The buttonhole, bar tack or darning stitch was selected and the start/  
stop button was pressed while the buttonhole lever is raised.  
The start/stop button, reverse/reinforcement stitch button or thread  
cutter button was pressed while the presser foot was raised.  
You tried to combine more than 70 decorative stitches, satin stitches,  
cross stitches or combined utility stitches.  
The memory is full and the stitch or pattern cannot be saved.  
You pressed the back key or the utility stitch key or the embroidery key  
while a pattern was selected.  
You changed the stitch pattern settings, and then tried to save them by  
pressing the manual memory key.  
You tried to select an embroidery pattern or change the layout when  
the needle was down.  
The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the  
embroidery unit is attached.  
This message is displayed when the embroidery unit is trying to  
initialize while the embroidery foot is lowered.  
When 13 or more patterns are in “Removable Disk”, a pattern was  
being retrieved.  
Retrieving the pattern  
The reverse/reinforcement stitch button, needle position button or  
thread cutter button was pressed while the bobbin winder shaft is  
moved to the right.  
A pattern is being stored.  
The start/stop button or reverse/reinforcement stitch button was pressed  
when no pattern is selected.  
Bobbin thread has run out.  
Little bobbin thread remains.  
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Error Message  
Probable Cause  
When the embroidery unit is attached.  
You tried to set a number of characters that will not fit within the frame.  
The upper thread has become tangled around the bobbin case, and the  
needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine  
stops (refer to page 182).  
You tried a function that cannot be used when the embroidery unit is  
attached.  
A card that cannot be used with this product has been inserted, and you  
tried to select a pattern from the card.  
An embroidery pattern incompatible with this machine was selected.  
The utility stitch or character stitch key was pressed while the  
embroidery unit is attached.  
5
You try to retrieve a pattern downloaded as one for a different machine.  
The machine is in embroidery mode and the combined character  
pattern is too large for the embroidery frame. You can rotate the pattern  
90 degrees and continue combining characters.  
Transmitting by USB  
The start/stop button, the embroidery key, or the memory key is pressed  
in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached.  
The bobbin winder is winding the bobbin.  
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Adjusting the LCD  
Operation beep  
If nothing appears in the LCD when the sewing  
machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is  
either too light or too dark. In such a case, perform  
the following operation.  
Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If  
an incorrect operation is performed you will hear two  
or four beeps.  
■ If a key is pressed (correct operation)  
One beep sounds.  
Turn off the sewing machine.  
a
■ If an incorrect operation is performed  
Two or four beeps sound.  
■ If the machine locks up, for example, because  
the thread is tangled  
The sewing machine beeps for four seconds and  
the machine automatically stops.  
Turn on the sewing machine while pressing  
anywhere on the screen.  
b
Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and  
correct it before continuing to sew.  
Press  
or  
.
c
Turn off the sewing machine, then turn it on  
again.  
d
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Press (Back key).  
e
Canceling the operation beep  
When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to  
beep each time an operation panel key is pressed.  
This setting can be changed so that the machine does  
not beep.  
Turn on the sewing machine.  
a
X The initial screen appears again.  
X The LCD comes on.  
Press  
panel.  
(Settings key) on the operation  
b
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X The settings screen appears.  
Press  
(Next page key) three times.  
c
d
Press OFF for the buzzer.  
X The screen for changing the beep setting  
appears.  
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Upgrading Your Machine’s Software  
You can use a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine.  
Memo  
z While the software is being upgraded, the buzzer will not sound when a key is pressed.  
While holding  
turn on the machine.  
(Settings key) pressed,  
When the screen shown in step  
again, press  
a
appears  
a
d
e
.
X The following screen appears.  
X The message “Saving the upgrade file. Do  
not turn main power to OFF.” appears.  
When the following screen appears, upgrading  
is completed.  
If there are two upgrade files, download the  
second file. Repeat steps  
c
through  
e
.
Plug the USB cable connectors into the  
corresponding USB ports on the computer and  
on the machine.  
b
X The “Removable Disk” icon appears in “My  
Computer” on the computer.  
Note  
Copy the upgrade file to “Removable Disk”.  
c
z If an error occurred, an error message  
appears. At this time, turn the machine off,  
and then start the procedure again from step  
a
.
Disconnect the USB cable, and turn the  
machine off, then on again.  
f
X The message “Connected to PC. Do not  
disconnect the USB cable.” appears.  
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Index  
cleaning machine surface ...........................................180  
combining patterns .....................................................130  
concealed seams ...........................................................94  
country thread ..............................................................19  
Numerics  
1/4 inch quilting foot ............................................. 9, 106  
crazy quilt stitching .....................................................105  
A
cross stitches ........................................................ 75, 126  
accessories ............................................................... 8, 10  
cuffs ..............................................................................45  
adjustable zipper/piping foot .................................... 9, 99  
curve sewing .................................................................62  
adjusting layout ..........................................................169  
custom stitches ...........................................................137  
adjusting stitch length ...................................................57  
cutting thread ................................................................54  
adjusting stitch width ....................................................56  
cutting thread automatically ..........................................60  
adjusting thread tension ................................................57  
cylindrical pieces ..........................................................45  
air vent .........................................................................12  
appliqué .....................................................................103  
appliqué pattern selection ...........................................167  
D
appliqué stitch ............................................................103  
attaching presser foot holder .........................................44  
attaching stabilizer material ........................................151  
attributes .......................................................................19  
automatic reverse/reinforcement stitches .......................59  
automatic thread cutting ...............................................60  
darning .......................................................................113  
darning stitch ..............................................................111  
decorative satin stitches ....................................... 75, 126  
decorative stitches & patterns ............................... 75, 126  
deleting stored pattern ................................................134  
design examples .........................................................140  
designing stitch patterns ..............................................137  
B
E
back key .......................................................................14  
bar tack stitch .............................................................111  
basic sewing .................................................................48  
basic stitching ...............................................................83  
basting stitch .................................................................83  
beep ...........................................................................190  
blind hem stitch ............................................................85  
bobbin ............................................................................9  
bobbin case .................................................... 9, 12, 164  
bobbin case removal ...................................................180  
bobbin cover ................................................................12  
bobbin installation ........................................................27  
bobbin thread, pulling up .............................................36  
bobbin threading ..........................................................27  
bobbin winder ..............................................................11  
bobbin winding ............................................................23  
bobbin winding thread guide ................................. 11, 23  
button guide plate .........................................................89  
button sewing ...............................................................92  
buttonhole lever ............................................................12  
buttonhole sewing ........................................................88  
buttonhole stitching ......................................................87  
buzzer ........................................................................190  
elastic tape ..................................................................101  
embroidering ..................................................... 142, 165  
embroidering pattern ..................................................165  
embroidering steps ......................................................144  
embroidery bobbin thread ....................................... 9, 10  
embroidery card slot .....................................................12  
embroidery cards ........................................................163  
embroidery character selection ...................................160  
embroidery data ..........................................................175  
embroidery fabric preparation .....................................151  
embroidery foot installation ........................................145  
embroidery foot removal .............................................147  
embroidery frame .......................................................152  
embroidery frame installation .....................................155  
embroidery frame removal ..........................................156  
embroidery key .............................................................14  
embroidery pattern selection .......................................157  
embroidery pattern types ............................................157  
embroidery sets ........................................................ 9, 10  
embroidery sheets .......................................................153  
embroidery threads .....................................................142  
embroidery unit connector slot .....................................11  
embroidery unit installation ........................................148  
embroidery unit removal .............................................150  
error messages ............................................................187  
even seam allowance ....................................................64  
examples of designs ....................................................140  
extra spool pin ......................................................... 9, 34  
eyelet punch ...................................................................9  
eyelet stitching ............................................................115  
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C
care ............................................................................180  
changing sewing direction ............................................62  
character stitches ................................................. 75, 126  
character storage .........................................................176  
characters, recalling ....................................................176  
checking needle ............................................................40  
cleaning bobbin case ..................................................180  
cleaning brush ................................................................9  
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F
N
fabric positioning ..........................................................50  
needle bar thread guide ................................................12  
needle condition ...........................................................40  
needle plate ..................................................................12  
needle plate cover ........................................................12  
needle plate marking ....................................................65  
needle position button ..................................................13  
needle position, changing .............................................84  
needle replacement ......................................................40  
needle set .......................................................................9  
needle threader .............................................................32  
needle threader lever ....................................................11  
needle threading ...........................................................32  
needle types, sizes & uses .............................................39  
needles .........................................................................38  
next page key ................................................................14  
non stick foot ........................................................... 9, 64  
fagoting .......................................................................119  
fagoting stitch .............................................................118  
feed dog position switch ...............................................12  
feed dogs ......................................................................12  
flat bed attachment .......................................................11  
foot controller .......................................................... 9, 51  
foot controller jack ........................................................12  
frame pattern selection ................................................162  
fraying, preventing ........................................................79  
free-arm sewing ............................................................45  
free-motion quilting ....................................................108  
front view .....................................................................11  
G
general sewing procedures ............................................48  
grid sheet set ...................................................................9  
O
open toe foot ..................................................................9  
operation beep ............................................................190  
operation buttons ............................................ 11, 13, 51  
operation keys ..................................................... 14, 158  
operation panel ...................................................... 11, 14  
operation problems .....................................................182  
operations .....................................................................21  
optional accessories ......................................................10  
overcasting stitches ................................................ 79, 80  
H
handle ..........................................................................12  
handwheel ....................................................................12  
hard case ........................................................................9  
heirloom stitching .......................................................123  
help key ................................................................. 14, 21  
horizontal stitching .....................................................116  
I
P
Inserting a piping ........................................................100  
installing bobbin ...........................................................27  
pant legs .......................................................................45  
parallel stitches .............................................................34  
part names & functions .................................................11  
patchwork .......................................................... 103, 105  
pattern combinations ..................................................130  
pattern embroidery .....................................................165  
pattern realignment .....................................................134  
pattern recalling ..........................................................133  
pattern repetition ........................................................131  
pattern sewing ............................................................126  
pattern size .................................................................127  
pattern storage ............................................................133  
pattern, deleting ..........................................................134  
piecing ........................................................................105  
piecing straight stitch ..................................................103  
piping inserting ...........................................................100  
plug ..............................................................................17  
positioning fabric ..........................................................50  
power cord, jack, switch & supply ................................17  
power supply jack .........................................................12  
power switch ................................................................12  
preparations for embroidering .....................................142  
presser foot ...................................................................12  
presser foot holder ........................................................12  
presser foot holder installation ......................................44  
presser foot holder removal ...........................................44  
presser foot lever ...........................................................11  
presser foot pressure dial ...............................................12  
presser foot replacement ...............................................42  
previous page key .........................................................14  
pulling up bobbin thread ..............................................36  
J
joining ........................................................................122  
joining stitch ...................................................... 103, 118  
K
knee lifter ................................................................. 9, 65  
knee lifter mounting slot ........................................ 11, 65  
L
layout adjustment .......................................................169  
LCD ..................................................................... 14, 158  
LCD button .................................................................159  
LCD messages .............................................................187  
LCD operation ..................................................... 18, 158  
leather/vinyl fabrics .......................................................64  
M
machine surface cleaning ...........................................180  
main power switch ................................................ 12, 17  
maintenance ...............................................................180  
manual needle threading ..............................................33  
memory key ..................................................................14  
mirroring stitches ..........................................................61  
My Custom Stitch ........................................................137  
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stitch selection ................................................ 49, 68, 75  
stitch settings ................................................................68  
stitch type selection screen ...........................................18  
stitch types ....................................................................75  
stitch width adjustment .................................................56  
stopping embroidering ................................................173  
storing patterns .................................................. 133, 176  
straight stitch ...........................................68, 83, 94, 105  
stretch fabrics ....................................................... 64, 101  
stretch stitch ................................................................101  
Q
quick reference guide .....................................................9  
quilt stitching ..............................................................103  
quilting .......................................................................107  
quilting foot ....................................................................9  
quilting guide ......................................................... 9, 108  
quilting stippling .........................................................103  
quilting stitch ..............................................................103  
R
T
race ............................................................................180  
realigning pattern ........................................................134  
recalling pattern ..........................................................133  
reinforcement stitching ........................................ 53, 111  
release button .............................................................150  
removing presser foot holder .........................................44  
repeating patterns .......................................................131  
replacing needle ...........................................................40  
replacing presser foot ....................................................42  
resewing .....................................................................172  
reverse stitching ............................................................53  
reverse/reinforcement stitch button ........................ 13, 53  
reverse/reinforcement stitches, automatic ......................59  
thick fabrics ..................................................................63  
thin fabrics ....................................................................64  
thread cutter .......................................................... 11, 55  
thread cutter button ............................................... 13, 54  
thread cutting ................................................................54  
thread cutting, automatic ..............................................60  
thread guide cover ........................................................11  
thread guide disk ..........................................................12  
thread guide plate .........................................................11  
thread spools ................................................................29  
thread tension adjustment .................................... 57, 171  
Threading .....................................................................29  
threading bobbin ..........................................................27  
threading needle ...........................................................32  
threading needle manually ............................................33  
tips ................................................................................62  
top cover ......................................................................11  
touch panel ...................................................................14  
trial sewing ...................................................................62  
triple stretch stitch ................................................ 83, 111  
troubleshooting ...........................................................182  
turning machine on/off ..................................................17  
twin needle .............................................................. 9, 34  
twin needle sewing .......................................................34  
S
safety instructions ...........................................................1  
satin stitch length, changing ........................................128  
satin stitches ........................................................ 75, 126  
satin stitching ..............................................................109  
scallop stitch ...............................................................118  
scallop stitching ..........................................................120  
scissors ...........................................................................9  
screwdriver .....................................................................9  
seam allowance, even ...................................................64  
seam ripper .............................................................. 9, 90  
securing stitching ..........................................................53  
selecting embroidery patterns .....................................157  
selecting stitches ............................................. 49, 68, 75  
settings key ...................................................................14  
sewing basics ................................................................48  
sewing direction change ...............................................62  
sewing machine help key ..............................................14  
sewing speed controller ................................ 13, 51, 110  
shell tuck stitch .................................................. 118, 121  
side cutter .....................................................................81  
size .............................................................................127  
smocking ....................................................................120  
smocking stitch ...........................................................118  
solving operation problems .........................................182  
spool cap ........................................................................9  
spool net .................................................................. 9, 25  
spool of thread ..............................................................29  
spool pin .........................................................................9  
stabilizer material .......................................................151  
start/stop button ..................................................... 13, 51  
step pattern .................................................................129  
stippling ......................................................................103  
stitch density ...............................................................127  
stitch guide foot ....................................................... 9, 64  
stitch length adjustment ................................................57  
5
U
upgrading ...................................................................192  
upper thread .................................................................29  
upper thread spool ........................................................29  
upper thread tension .....................................................57  
USB cable .............................................................. 9, 177  
USB port connector ............................................. 12, 177  
utility stitch key .............................................................14  
utility stitch selection screen .........................................18  
utility stitches ......................................................... 68, 75  
W
walking foot ....................................................................9  
winding bobbin ............................................................23  
wing needle ................................................................123  
Z
zigzag stitches ............................................. 80, 101, 103  
zigzag width adjustment ...............................................56  
zipper sewing ...............................................................94  
zipper stitching .............................................................99  
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