Brother Sewing Machine XL 2610i User Manual

KNOWING YOUR  
SEWING MACHINE  
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STRAIGHT AND  
ZIGZAG STITCHING  
BUILT-IN STITCHES  
SEWING BUTTONHOLES  
AND BUTTONS  
USING ATTACHMENTS  
AND APPLICATIONS  
APPENDIX  
Operation Manual  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:  
Read all instructions before using.  
DANGER -  
To reduce the risk of electric shock:  
1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine  
from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.  
2. Always unplug the machine before you change the light bulb.  
Replace the bulb with same type rated 15 watts.  
WARNING -  
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:  
1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is  
used by or near children.  
2. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories  
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.  
3. 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 dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized  
dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.  
4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the  
machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.  
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.  
6. Do not use outdoors.  
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being  
administered.  
8. To disconnect, turn the machine switch to the symbol “{” position which represents off, then  
remove plug from outlet.  
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.  
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.  
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.  
12. Do not use bent needles.  
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle, causing it to break.  
14. Switch the machine to the symbol “{” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the  
needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser  
foot, and the like.  
15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or  
when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.  
16. This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without  
supervision. (For Australia and New Zealand only)  
17. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
This machine is intended for household use.  
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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY  
If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.  
IMPORTANT  
If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut  
off and an appropriate three pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in  
the plug.  
NOTE: The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is  
hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. 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.  
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED  
WITH THE LETTER ‘E’, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL  
YELLOW.  
OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND  
The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
Blue  
Neutral  
Live  
Brown  
As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter  
‘N’ or coloured black or blue.  
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter  
‘L’ or coloured red or brown.  
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UNPACKING/REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS  
Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired. If you do not  
pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine could be damaged.  
Please follow the diagram below to unpack and repack the machine.  
IMPORTANT  
This packing material is designed to prevent damage. Save this packing material if you need to  
take or send this machine to be repaired.  
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE.  
To use the machine safely  
1. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the handwheel,  
thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts.  
2. Turn off the main power and unplug the cord in the following circumstances:  
• When you have stopped using the machine  
• When you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part  
• If there is a power failure while you are using the machine  
• If you are checking or cleaning the machine  
• Leaving the machine unattended  
3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.  
4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.  
To give your machine a longer life  
1. Do not store this machine in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions. Do not use or store  
the machine near a heater, iron, halogen lamp or other hot objects.  
2. Use only mild soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders  
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.  
3. Do not drop or hit the machine.  
4. Always consult this manual before you replace or fit presser feet, the needle, or any other parts to  
make sure you fit them correctly.  
To repair or adjust the machine  
If the machine breaks down or needs adjustment, first follow the troubleshooting table in the  
Appendix to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem is still there, consult your local  
authorized dealer.  
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.  
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CONTENTS  
1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..........................................................5  
THE MAIN PARTS ...............................................................................................................5  
ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................................6  
Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 6  
USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE .....................................................................................7  
Connecting Plugs .............................................................................................................................................. 7  
Main Power and Sewing Light Switch ............................................................................................................... 8  
Foot Controller .................................................................................................................................................. 8  
Checking the Needle ......................................................................................................................................... 8  
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................................................ 8  
Changing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................................................. 9  
Flat Bed Attachment ........................................................................................................................................ 10  
Using a Free-arm Style .................................................................................................................................... 10  
THE CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................11  
Pattern Selection Dial ...................................................................................................................................... 11  
Patterns and Stitch Names ............................................................................................................................... 12  
Stitch Length Dial ............................................................................................................................................ 14  
Stretch Stitching .............................................................................................................................................. 15  
Stitch Width Dial ............................................................................................................................................ 15  
Reverse Sewing Lever ...................................................................................................................................... 15  
THREADING THE MACHINE ............................................................................................16  
Winding the Bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 16  
Lower Threading ............................................................................................................................................. 18  
Lower Threading (for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin) .................................................................... 19  
Upper Threading ............................................................................................................................................. 21  
Using the Needle Threader (for models equipped with a needle threader) ....................................................... 22  
Drawing up the Lower Thread ......................................................................................................................... 24  
Sewing with a Twin Needle ............................................................................................................................ 24  
Thread Tension ............................................................................................................................................... 25  
FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS .........................................................26  
2. STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING .........................................................27  
Please Read Before Sewing ............................................................................................................................. 27  
Straight Stitching ............................................................................................................................................. 27  
Zigzag Stitching .............................................................................................................................................. 28  
3. BUILT-IN STITCHES ......................................................................................29  
Blind Hem Stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 29  
Shell Tuck Stitching ......................................................................................................................................... 29  
Elastic Stitching ............................................................................................................................................... 30  
Double Action Stitching .................................................................................................................................. 31  
Heirloom Stitching .......................................................................................................................................... 31  
Overedge Stitching .......................................................................................................................................... 31  
Feather Stitching ............................................................................................................................................. 32  
Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching ......................................................................................................................... 32  
Decorative Stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 33  
4. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ..................................................34  
Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole) ....................................................................................... 34  
Adjusting Buttonholes ..................................................................................................................................... 35  
Sewing Buttons ............................................................................................................................................... 36  
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5. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS .............................................37  
Zipper Insertion ............................................................................................................................................... 37  
Gathering ........................................................................................................................................................ 38  
Darning ........................................................................................................................................................... 38  
Appliqués ........................................................................................................................................................ 39  
Monogramming and Embroidering ................................................................................................................. 39  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................41  
Using the Walking Foot ................................................................................................................................... 41  
Using the Quilting Foot ................................................................................................................................... 42  
Using the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot ..................................................................................................................... 43  
6. APPENDIX .....................................................................................................44  
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................44  
Changing the Light Bulb .................................................................................................................................. 44  
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................... 44  
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. 46  
INDEX ...............................................................................................................................49  
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE  
THE MAIN PARTS  
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1 Bobbin winder (Page 16)  
This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the  
lower thread.  
D Pattern selection dial (Page 11)  
You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch  
you want.  
2 Spool pin (Page 16, 21)  
E Stitch length dial (Page 14)  
This controls the stitch length.  
This holds the spool of thread.  
F Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 36)  
3 Thread guide (Page 16, 21)  
This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin  
and then threading the machine.  
G Handwheel  
Used to manually raise and lower the needle.  
4 Thread take-up lever (Page 21)  
H Main power and sewing light switch (Page 8)  
You can turn the main power and sewing light switch  
on and off.  
5 Hole for extra spool pin (Page 25)  
This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with the  
twin needle.  
I Foot controller jack / socket (Page 7)  
Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the  
machine to the power supply.  
6 Stitch width dial (Page 15)  
This controls the stitch width.  
7 Upper tension-control dial (Page 25)  
J Presser foot lever (Page 21)  
This controls the tension of the upper thread.  
Used to raise and lower the presser foot.  
8 Thread cutter (Page 28)  
K
Buttonhole lever (1-Step automatic buttonhole) (Page 34  
Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes.  
)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.  
9 Needle threader (Page 22)  
L Foot controller (Page 8)  
(This is only available on certain models.)  
You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to  
start and stop sewing.  
0 Quick-set bobbin (Page 19)  
(This is only available on certain models.)  
Parts Code for Zigzag Presser Foot: XC4901-051  
A Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment  
(Page 10)  
Foot Controller: Model KD-1902  
Parts Code:XC7359-022 (110/120V Area)  
XC7438-222 (220/240V Area)  
XC7456-222 (U.K.)  
B Presser foot (Page 9)  
C Reverse sewing lever (Page 15)  
You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction.  
XC7455-022 (Australia, New Zealand)  
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————  
ACCESSORIES  
The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you  
easily perform most sewing tasks.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Part Code  
Part Code  
USA Others  
No.  
Part Name  
No.  
Part Name  
USA  
Others  
1
2
Zipper foot (1 pc.)  
Bobbin (3 pcs.)  
X59370-021  
5
6
7
Buttonhole Foot (1 pc.)  
Button Sewing Foot (1 pc.)  
Extra Spool Pin (1 pc.)  
XD1792-031  
X59375-121  
130920-021  
SFB:  
SA156  
XA5539-151  
Needle Pack (Regular Single  
Needle HAX130 (3 pcs.))  
Twin Needle (1 pc.)  
3
4
129583-021  
X57521-021  
8
9
Screwdriver (1 pc.)  
Darning Plate (1pc.)  
X55467-021  
XC6063-021  
Note  
The included accessories vary depending on the machine model.  
Optional Accessories  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Part Code  
No.  
Part Name  
Walking Foot  
U.S.A.  
Others  
F034N:  
1
2
3
SA107  
SA129  
SA125  
XC2165-002  
F005N:  
XC1948-002  
F001N:  
XC1944-002  
Quilting Foot  
1/4-inch Quilting Foot  
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USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE  
WARNING  
1
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.  
Connecting Plugs  
Note  
When leaving the machine unattended, the  
main switch of the machine should be  
switched off or the plug must be removed  
from the wall outlet.  
Connect the foot controller plug to the  
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machine.  
Connect the power supply plug to a wall  
outlet.  
When servicing the machine, or when  
removing covers or changing bulbs, the  
machine must be unplugged.  
2
(For U.S.A. only)  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one  
blade wider than the other). To reduce the  
risk of electric 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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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————  
Checking the Needle  
Main Power and Sewing  
Light Switch  
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp  
for smooth sewing.  
This switch turns the main power and sewing light  
on or off.  
Checking the Needle Correctly  
1
2
Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface.  
Check the needle from the top and the sides.  
Dispose of any bent needles safely.  
1 Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark)  
2 Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark)  
1
2
Foot Controller  
1 Parallel space  
When you press the foot controller down lightly, the  
machine will run at a low speed. When you press  
harder, the machine’s speed will increase. When you  
take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will  
stop. You should make sure that nothing is placed on  
the foot controller when the machine is not in use.  
2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)  
Replacing the Needle  
CAUTION  
Turn the main power switch off before  
you change the needle. If you leave the  
main power on and step on the foot  
controller, the machine will start and you  
may be injured.  
Only use sewing machine needles for  
home use. Other needles may bend or  
break and cause injury.  
1
1 Foot controller  
Never sew with a bent needle. A bent  
needle will easily break and cause injury.  
CAUTION  
Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to  
build up on the foot controller. Doing so  
could cause a fire or an electric shock.  
Remove the power supply plug from the outlet.  
1
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning  
the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so  
2
Note  
(For U.S.A. only)  
that the mark on the handwheel points directly up.  
Foot Controller: Model KD-1902  
This foot controller can be used on the  
following machine models:  
XL-3500, XL-3500i  
Lower the presser foot lever.  
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XL-2600, XL-2600i  
XL-3510, XL-3510i  
XL-2610, XL-2610i  
XL-3520, XL-3520i  
XL-2620, XL-2620i  
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1 Presser foot lever  
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Hold the needle with your left hand, and then  
use a coin or screwdriver to turn the needle  
clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the  
needle.  
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CAUTION  
Make sure you insert the needle until it  
touches the stopper, and securely tighten  
the needle clamp screw with a coin or  
screwdriver. If the needle is not fully  
inserted, or if the needle clamp screw is  
loose, the needle may break or the  
machine may be damaged.  
1
1 Use a coin or screwdriver  
2 Needle clamp screw  
• Do not use excessive force when loosening  
or tightening the needle clamp screw,  
otherwise certain parts of the sewing  
machine may be damaged.  
Changing the Presser Foot  
CAUTION  
Always turn off the power before you  
change the presser foot. If you leave the  
power on and step on the controller, the  
machine will start and you may be injured.  
Always use the correct presser foot for  
the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you  
use the wrong presser foot, the needle  
may strike the presser foot and bend or  
break, and may cause injury.  
Only use presser feet that have been  
designed to be used with this machine.  
Using any other presser foot may cause  
accident or injury.  
With the flat side of the needle toward the  
back of the machine, insert the needle until it  
touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the  
needle clamp using a coin or screwdriver.  
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You will have to change the presser foot depending  
on what you want to sew and how.  
Snap-on Type  
Raise the needle to its highest position by  
turning the handwheel toward you  
(counterclockwise), and then raise the presser  
foot lever.  
1
1 Use a coin or screwdriver  
2 Needle Stopper  
3 Needle  
Put the twin needle in the same way.  
Press the black button at the back of the  
presser foot holder to release the presser foot.  
2
1 Black button  
2 Presser foot holder  
3 Presser Foot  
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————  
Put a different presser foot on the needle plate  
so that the bar on the presser foot is in line  
with the slot on the shank.  
3
Flat Bed Attachment  
The accessories are stored in a compartment inside  
the flat bed attachment.  
Lower the presser foot lever and fix the  
4
presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot  
Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to  
open it.  
is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.  
1
1
1 Shank  
2
Presser Foot Installation Orientation  
1 Flat bed attachment  
2 Storage compartment  
Note  
Put the accessories inside a bag, and then  
store the bag inside the compartment. If the  
accessories are not in a bag, they may fall  
out and be lost or damaged.  
Using a Free-arm Style  
Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular  
and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to  
the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment.  
Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to  
release it.  
1
1
CAUTION  
1 Flat bed attachment  
If the presser foot is not installed with the  
correct orientation, the needle may strike  
the presser foot, which may bend or  
break the needle and cause injury.  
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THE CONTROLS  
To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection  
dial in either direction. The next section shows  
recommended stitch lengths and widths.  
Pattern Selection Dial  
1
CAUTION  
When you use the pattern selection dial to  
choose a pattern, turn the handwheel toward  
you (counterclockwise) to set the needle in  
the highest position. If the needle is in the  
down position when you turn the pattern  
selection dial, the needle, presser foot or  
fabric may be damaged.  
2
1
1 Pattern selection dial  
2 Chosen pattern number  
35 Stitches (only available on certain models)  
25 Stitches  
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Patterns and Stitch Names  
Recommended  
Width  
(mm (inch))  
Recommended  
Length  
(mm (inch))  
Pattern  
Instruction  
Manual Page  
Stitch Name  
35 Stitches 25 Stitches  
1-STEP AUTOMATIC  
BUTTONHOLE  
3-5  
(1/8 – 3/16)  
F- 1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
34  
0-5 (0-3/16)  
(Changes needle  
position)  
1-4  
(1/16-3/16)  
27, 37, 38, 41,  
42, 43  
STRAIGHT STITCH  
0-5  
F-4  
ZIGZAG STITCH  
BLIND HEM STITCH  
SHELL TUCK STITCH  
ELASTIC STITCH  
28, 36, 39, 41  
(0-3/16)  
(1/64-3/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-2  
(1/64-1/16)  
29  
29  
30  
29  
29  
31  
31  
31  
31  
33  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-2.5  
(1/64-3/32)  
STRETCH BLIND HEM  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
STRETCH BLIND HEM  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
ELASTIC SHELL TUCK  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
DOUBLE ACTION STITCH  
BRIDGING STITCH  
RAMPART STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
F- 1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
TRIANGLE STITCH  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)*  
Fixed  
0-5 (0-3/16)  
(Changes needle  
position)  
TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH  
27  
32  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
2.5 (3/32)*  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
STRETCH OVERLOCK  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
31  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
* The stitch can also be sewn when the stitch length dial is set to  
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Recommended  
Width  
(mm (inch))  
Recommended  
Length  
(mm (inch))  
Pattern  
Instruction  
Manual Page  
Stitch Name  
35 Stitches 25 Stitches  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
1
ELASTIC OVERLOCK  
STITCH  
3-5  
31  
32  
31  
31  
33  
33  
33  
33  
33  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
FEATHER STITCH  
ARROWHEAD STITCH  
ARROWHEAD STITCH  
DECORATIVE STITCH  
LEAF STITCH  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
TREE STITCH  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
LEGS STITCH  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
DECORATIVE STITCH  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
STRETCH OVERLOCK  
STITCH  
3-5  
Fixed  
33  
33  
31  
(1/8-13/64)  
2.5 (3/32)  
STRETCH OVERLOCK  
STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
SMOCKING STITCH  
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Recommended  
Width  
(mm (inch))  
Recommended  
Length  
(mm (inch))  
Pattern  
Instruction  
Manual Page  
Stitch Name  
35 Stitches 25 Stitches  
3-5  
Fixed  
COMB STITCH  
COMB STITCH  
31  
31  
33  
31  
31  
33  
33  
(1/8-3/16)  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
DECORATIVE STITCH  
FAGOTING STITCH  
DECORATIVE STITCH  
DECORATIVE HEM STITCH  
DECORATIVE STITCH  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
CAUTION  
Stitch Length Dial  
If the stitches are bunched together,  
lengthen the stitch length and continue  
sewing. Do not continue sewing without  
lengthening the stitch length, otherwise  
the needle may break and cause injury.  
Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to  
adjust the stitch length for best results.  
The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent  
the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch).  
THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE  
STITCH. With the “0” setting, material is not fed. This is  
used when sewing a button.  
The “F” range is for making a satin stitch (close zigzag  
stitch), which is used for making buttonholes and  
decorative stitches. The position needed for making the  
satin stitch varies according to the material and thread  
being used. To determine the exact dial position, first  
test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of  
fabric to observe the feeding of the material.  
2
3
1
1
1 Stitch length dial  
2 Shorter  
3 Longer  
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Stretch Stitching  
Stitch Width Dial  
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the  
handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that  
the mark on the handwheel points directly up.  
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the  
handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that  
the mark on the handwheel points directly up.  
The numbers marked on the dial represent the stitch  
width.  
1
35 Stitches  
Selecting a Stretch Stitch  
THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE WIDER THE  
STITCH.  
Setting the stitch length dial to “  
” or “  
changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch.  
Note  
When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitch is  
selected, the needle position can be  
changed from left to right by adjusting the  
stitch width dial.  
25 Stitches  
.
Selecting a Stretch Stitch  
Setting the stitch length dial to “  
” changes the  
1
selected pattern to a stretch stitch.  
1 Stitch width dial  
Reverse Sewing Lever  
You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and  
reinforcing seams.  
To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in  
as far as possible and hold it in that position while  
you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward,  
release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will  
then sew forward.  
1
1 Reverse sewing lever  
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THREADING THE MACHINE  
Winding the Bobbin  
CAUTION  
Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that have been designed for this  
sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine.  
We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models,  
the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or  
bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).  
Actual size  
11.5 mm  
(7/16 inch)  
This model  
Other models  
1
2
1Pre-tension disk  
2Bobbin winder shaft  
Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and  
pass the thread around the pre-tension disk.  
Pass the end of the thread through the hole on  
the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin.  
1
2
CAUTION  
If the spool of thread is not in the right  
place, the thread may tangle on the spool  
pin.  
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Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft  
and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right.  
Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the  
spring on the shaft slides into the groove of  
the bobbin.  
Press the foot controller to start.  
3
6
1
2
When the bobbin seems full and begins  
spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot  
controller.  
1
7
8
1 Spring on the shaft  
2 Groove of the bobbin  
Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft  
to the left and remove the bobbin.  
Note  
Make sure that the thread between the  
spool and the bobbin is pulled tight.  
Note  
.
The needle bar does not move when you  
slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right.  
Immediately after winding the bobbin, it is  
normal to hear the sound of the clutch  
engaging when beginning to sew or turning  
the handwheel.  
While holding the end of the thread, gently  
press the foot controller to wind the thread  
around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the  
machine.  
4
CAUTION  
Make sure you follow the instructions  
carefully. If you do not cut the excess  
thread completely before winding the  
bobbin, when the thread runs low it may  
tangle around the bobbin and cause the  
needle to break.  
Trim the excess thread above the bobbin.  
5
CAUTION  
Not winding the bobbin properly may  
cause the thread tension to loosen, and  
may break the needle.  
2
1
1 Wound evenly  
2 Wound poorly  
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Raise the needle to its highest position by  
turning the handwheel toward you  
1
Lower Threading  
(counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot  
lever.  
• For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see  
page 19.  
Slide the button and open the cover.  
2
CAUTION  
1
2
Not winding the bobbin properly may cause  
the thread tension to loosen, and may break  
the needle.  
1 Cover  
2 Slide button  
Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in  
the direction shown by the arrow.  
3
2
1
1 Wound evenly  
2 Wound poorly  
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 enclosed  
bobbin or bobbins of the same type  
(part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).  
Actual size  
• Only use bobbins that were designed to be  
used with this machine.  
CAUTION  
11.5 mm  
(7/16 inch)  
Make sure you set the bobbin so the  
thread unrolls in the right direction. If  
the thread unrolls in the wrong direction,  
it may cause the thread tension to be  
incorrect or break the needle.  
This model  
Other models  
CAUTION  
Make sure you turn the power off while  
threading the machine. If you accidentally  
step on the foot controller and the machine  
starts to sew, you could be injured.  
• Make sure that the thread is correctly  
inserted through the tension-adjusting spring  
of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, re-  
insert the thread.  
1
1 Tension-adjusting spring  
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Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin  
down with your finger, pass the thread  
through the slit, and then pull out a short  
length of thread, as shown.  
4
Lower Threading (for models  
equipped with a quick-set bobbin)  
This feature is only available on certain models.  
1
CAUTION  
Winding the bobbin improperly may cause  
the thread tension to loosen, breaking the  
needle and resulting in injury.  
Reattach the bobbin cover. Put the left tab in  
place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on  
the right side (see arrow 2) until the cover  
clicks into place.  
5
2
1
2
1 Wound evenly  
2 Wound poorly  
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 enclosed  
bobbin or bobbins of the same type  
(part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).  
Actual size  
1
• Replace the cover so that the end of the  
thread comes out from the left side of the  
cover (as shown by the line in the  
illustration).  
11.5 mm  
(7/16 inch)  
This model  
Other models  
CAUTION  
Be sure to turn off the power. If you  
accidentally step on the foot controller  
and the machine begins to operate, injury  
could result.  
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Follow steps  
1
and  
2
from “Lower Threading”.  
Reattach the bobbin cover. Put the left tab in  
place (see arrow 1), and then press lightly on  
the right side (see arrow 2) until the cover  
clicks into place.  
1
2
3
Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread  
through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut it.  
2
1
• You can begin sewing immediately without  
drawing up the bobbin thread. If you want to  
draw up the bobbin thread before you start  
to sew, follow the procedure in “Drawing up  
the Lower Thread” (page 24).  
• Only use bobbins that were designed to be  
used with this machine.  
CAUTION  
Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread  
unrolls in the right direction. If the thread  
unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause  
the thread tension to be incorrect or break  
the needle.  
1
1 Cutter  
• Make sure that the thread is correctly  
inserted through the tension-adjusting spring  
of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, re-  
insert the thread.  
1
1 Tension-adjusting spring  
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Upper Threading  
1
1 Spool pin  
2 Thread guide (back)  
3 Thread guide (front)  
4 Thread take-up lever  
5 Mark on the handwheel  
Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread  
on this pin.  
3
CAUTION  
Make sure you thread the machine  
properly. Otherwise, the thread could  
tangle and break the needle.  
CAUTION  
If the spool of thread is in the wrong  
place, or is set incorrectly, the thread  
may tangle on the spool pin and cause  
the needle to break.  
IMPORTANT:  
1
Raise the presser foot using the presser foot  
lever.  
Feed the upper thread as previously shown.  
Pass the thread through both thread guides:  
the back one first, and then the front one.  
4
Make sure you guide the thread through the  
thread take-up lever from right to left.  
5
1
1 Presser foot lever  
Raise the needle to its highest position by  
turning the handwheel toward you  
1
2
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on the  
handwheel points directly up.  
1 Thread take-up lever  
• If the needle is not correctly raised, the  
sewing machine can not be threaded.  
Be sure to turn the handwheel so that  
the mark on the wheel points up before  
threading the sewing machine.  
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Put the thread behind the guide above the  
needle.  
6
Using the Needle Threader (for models  
equipped with a needle threader)  
• 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.  
This feature is only available on certain models.  
Turn the power off and lower the presser foot  
lever.  
1
Raise the needle to its highest position by  
turning the handwheel toward you  
2
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on the  
handwheel points directly up.  
1 Needle bar thread guide  
1 Needle holder  
2 Needle threader lever  
IMPORTANT:  
7
Thread the needle from front to back leaving a  
thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inch).  
• If your sewing machine is equipped with a  
needle threader, use the needle threader to  
thread the needle (see next section).  
Note  
When you use the needle threader, make  
sure the needle holder is in the highest  
position, otherwise the hook may be  
damaged.  
While lowering the needle threader lever,  
hook the thread onto the guide.  
3
1 5 cm (2 inch)  
Note  
If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the  
upper thread can not be wrapped around  
the thread take-up lever. Make sure you  
raise the presser foot lever and the thread  
take-up lever before you feed the upper  
thread.  
1
2
If you incorrectly feed the thread you may  
cause sewing problems.  
3
1 Needle holder  
2 Needle threader lever  
3 Guide  
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Pull down the needle threader lever as much  
as possible, and then turn the lever toward the  
back of the machine (away from you). Make  
sure that the hook passes through the eye of  
the needle and grabs the thread.  
Raise the needle threader lever and pull out  
about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the  
needle toward the back of the sewing  
machine.  
4
6
1
2
1
1
1 Hook  
2 Thread  
CAUTION  
• Hold the thread in front of the needle to  
make sure that the hook grabs it.  
The needle threader can only be used  
with home sewing machine needles size  
75/11-100/16. Check the table on page  
26 for the appropriate needle and thread  
combinations. If you are using  
While lightly holding the thread, turn the  
needle threader lever toward the front of the  
machine (toward you). The hook will pull the  
thread through the needle.  
5
transparent nylon mono-filament thread,  
you can only use needles in the range of  
90/14-100/16.  
You can not use the needle threader if  
you are using decorative threads or  
special needles, such as the twin needle  
and wing needle.  
When using these needles or threads you  
will need to thread the needle by hand.  
Make sure the main power switch is off  
when threading.  
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Quick-set Bobbin Threading  
This is only available on certain models.  
You can begin sewing immediately without  
Drawing up the Lower Thread  
drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing  
gathers or darts, you can draw up the lower  
thread by hand so that some thread will be left  
over. Before you draw up the lower thread, put  
the bobbin back in.  
While lightly holding the end of the upper  
thread, slowly turn the handwheel toward you  
(counterclockwise) by hand to lower and then  
raise the needle.  
1
Pass the thread along the slit in the direction  
of the arrow, and leave it there without  
cutting it.  
1
• The bobbin cover should still be removed.  
Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower  
thread.  
2
Draw up the lower thread as described in the  
2
3
previous steps  
1
to  
3
.
Replace the bobbin cover.  
Sewing with a Twin Needle  
We have designed your machine so you can sew  
with this needle and two top threads. You can use  
the same color or two different colors of thread for  
making decorative stitches.  
Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads  
and put them toward the back of the machine  
under the presser foot.  
3
CAUTION  
Use only twin needles that have been  
made for this machine (part code:  
X57521-021). Other needles could break  
and damage the machine.  
When using the twin needle, make sure  
the stitch width is not set above 3 since  
this may cause the needle to hit the  
needle plate and break.  
Make sure that the needle does not strike  
the presser foot.  
Do not sew with bent needles. The  
needle could break and injure you.  
When using the twin needle, make sure  
you use the zigzag presser foot only.  
1 Upper thread  
2 Lower thread  
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Attaching the Twin Needle  
Attach the twin needle in the same way as a  
single needle (see page 8). The flat side of the  
needle should face toward the back and the  
rounded side should face toward you.  
Thread Tension  
The tension of the thread will affect the quality of  
your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you  
change fabric or thread.  
1
Attaching the Extra Spool Pin  
Put the extra spool pin in the hole on the top of  
the machine. Put the second spool of thread onto  
the extra spool pin.  
Memo  
We recommend that you do a test sample  
on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew.  
Correct Tension  
Correct tension is important as too much or too  
little tension will weaken your seams or cause  
puckers on your fabric.  
2
1
1 Surface of fabric  
2 Back of fabric  
3 Upper thread  
4 Lower thread  
Twin Needle Threading  
3
You should thread each needle separately.  
4
Thread the left needle.  
Follow the same instructions for threading a  
single needle (see page 21).  
Upper Tension is too Tight  
1
Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric.  
2
Thread the right needle.  
Thread the right needle in the same way that  
4
2
1
you threaded the left needle using the thread  
from the spool on the extra spool pin, but do  
not pass the thread through the guide above  
the needle before you pass it through the eye  
of the right needle.  
1 Surface of fabric  
2 Back of fabric  
3 Upper thread  
4 Lower thread  
5 Loops appear on surface of fabric  
3
5
4
Solution  
Reduce the tension by turning the upper  
tension control dial to a lower number.  
Upper Tension is too Loose  
Loops appear on the back of the fabric.  
5
2
4
1
1 Surface of fabric  
2 Back of fabric  
3 Upper thread  
4 Lower thread  
1 Left needle thread passes through the needle bar  
thread guide  
2 Right needle thread passes in front of the needle  
bar thread guide  
3
4
5 Loops appear on back of fabric  
3 Needle bar thread guide  
Solution  
Increase the tension by turning the upper  
tension control dial to a higher number.  
Note  
Models Equipped with a Needle Threader  
You can not use the needle threader to  
thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the  
twin needle by hand, from front to back.  
Using the needle threader may damage the  
machine.  
Note  
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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FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS  
Thread  
Fabric Type  
Broadcloth  
Size of Needle  
Type  
Size  
Cotton  
6080  
Medium  
weight  
fabrics  
Thread synthetic  
mercerized  
Taffeta  
75/11–90/14  
Flannel,  
Gabardine  
Silk or silk  
finished  
5080  
6080  
Lawn, Batiste  
Cotton  
Thread synthetic  
mercerized  
Lightweight  
fabrics  
Georgette  
65/9–75/11  
Challis, Satin  
Denim  
Silk  
5080  
3050  
Cotton  
Heavyweight  
fabrics  
Thread synthetic  
mercerized  
90/14–100/16  
Corduroy  
50  
5060  
30  
Tweed  
Jersey  
Silk  
Ball point needle  
(golden colored)  
75/11–90/14  
Stretch  
fabrics  
Thread for knits  
Tricot  
Thread synthetic  
mercerized  
For top stitching  
90/14–100/16  
Silk  
Memo  
For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16.  
You can also use the same thread for the bobbin thread and upper threading.  
CAUTION  
Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table.  
Using the wrong combination, such as heavyweight fabric like denim with a small needle  
(65/9-75/11), may bend or break the needle. The wrong combination may also cause the seam  
to be uneven, the fabric to pucker, or the machine to skip stitches.  
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STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING  
Please Read Before Sewing  
CAUTION  
To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine. Keep  
your hands away from moving parts.  
Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and  
you may be injured.  
2
Do not use bent or broken needles, otherwise you may be injured.  
Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other objects during sewing. The needle  
may break and you may be injured.  
Always use the correct presser foot. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may hit the  
presser foot and bend or break and you may be injured.  
When you turn the handwheel by hand, always turn it toward you (counterclockwise).  
Turning it the other way may cause the thread to tangle and damage the needle or fabric, and  
you may be injured.  
Put the fabric under the presser foot and  
position the needle 1 cm (3/8 inch) from the  
4
Straight Stitching  
edge of the fabric.  
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Width  
Lower the presser foot.  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Straight Stitch  
5
6
To back tack, push down the reverse sewing  
lever as far as possible, and then press the foot  
controller to start reverse sewing. Release the  
foot controller to stop sewing.  
1-4  
(1/64-3/16)  
5-0*  
(3/16-0)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Triple Stretch  
Stitch  
Release the reverse sewing lever and start  
sewing in the forward direction by pressing  
the foot controller.  
7
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
*Turn the stitch width dial to adjust the needle  
position. Setting the dial to 5 selects the left  
needle position; setting the dial to 0 selects the  
right needle position.  
Starting Sewing  
Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the  
stitch number you want. You also need to set  
1
the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch  
or Triple Stretch Stitch.  
• You can use reverse sewing for locking the  
end of seams and to strengthen a stitch.  
Raise the needle to its highest position and lift  
the presser foot lever.  
CAUTION  
2
Make sure the needle does not hit a pin  
or any other object during sewing. The  
thread could tangle or the needle could  
break, and you may be injured.  
Pull the upper thread though the toes of the  
presser foot.  
3
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Changing Sewing Direction  
To prepare the machine for the next seam,  
pull about 10 cm (4 inch) of thread through  
the toes of the presser foot toward the back of  
the machine.  
4
Stop the machine at the point where you want  
to change direction with the needle still in the  
1
fabric.  
Top Stitching and Stretch Materials  
You can use a straight stitch for top stitching and  
sewing lightweight fabrics.  
Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its  
new direction using the needle as a pivot.  
2
You can use a triple stretch stitch for sewing  
stretch fabrics.  
Zigzag Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Lower the presser foot and start sewing in the  
new direction.  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
3
F-4  
(1/64-3/16)  
0-5  
(0-3/16)  
Finishing Sewing  
Zigzag Stitch  
You can use stitching to lock the threads at the  
end of the seam or to strengthen a stitch.  
Zigzag Stitch  
Stitch to the end of the seam and stop.  
Turn the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag  
1
Stitch, and then start sewing.  
Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch  
backwards for 1 cm (3/8 inch) from the end of  
2
the fabric.  
We recommend that you sew using the Straight  
Stitch at the beginning and end of zigzag stitches.  
(This acts as a reinforcement stitch.)  
Removing the Material from the Machine  
Stop the machine.  
1
Raise the needle to its highest position and  
make sure that the thread take-up lever is also  
in its highest position.  
Lift the presser foot, raise the needle to its  
highest position, and then pull the fabric out  
2
gently to the left hand side.  
• Raise the needle to its highest position and  
make sure that the thread take-up lever is  
also in its highest position.  
Satin Stitch  
Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the “F” range  
produces a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch). The  
Satin Stitch can be used for making buttonholes  
and decorative stitches. Set the pattern selection  
dial to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in  
the “F” range, and set the stitch width dial  
between 0 and 5.  
Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the  
3
left hand side of the machine  
.
1 Thread cutter  
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BUILT-IN STITCHES  
When the fabric is unfolded you will have a  
Blind Hem Stitch as shown in Fig. D.  
5
Blind Hem Stitching  
2
3
1
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Width  
A
B
Stitch Name Pattern  
1
2
Blind Hem  
Stitch  
F-2  
(1/64-1/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Stretch Blind  
Hem Stitch  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
4
1
2
C
D
Stretch Blind  
Hem Stitch  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
3
1
2
You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge  
of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers,  
without the stitch showing. Use the Blind Hem Stitch  
when sewing on non-stretch fabrics, and the Stretch  
Blind Hem Stitch for stretch fabrics.  
1 Right side of fabric  
2 Wrong side of fabric  
3 10 mm (3/8 inch)  
4 5 mm (3/16 inch)  
Both threads should be the same color as the  
fabric.  
Note  
1
The Stretch Blind Hem Stitch is useful for  
stretch fabrics.  
Fold back the hem, as shown in Fig. A. Then  
2
fold the edge of the fabric as in Fig. B. Leave a  
6 mm (15/64 inch) overlap at the edge.  
Shell Tuck Stitching  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Blind Hem  
3
Stitch or Stretch Blind Hem Stitch, and then  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
set the stitch length.  
Stitch Name Pattern  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Sew on the fold as in Fig. C.  
4
Shell Tuck  
Stitch  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot  
(lace-like) edge on lightweight fabric.  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Shell Tuck  
Stitch.  
1
Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter  
than normal.  
2
Place the fabric under the presser foot so that  
it will be sewn along the bias, with the straight  
3
stitches sewn on the seamline and the zigzag  
stitches sewn slightly over the folded edge.  
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Sew at a slow speed.  
Sewing Elastic  
4
Place the elastic on the fabric.  
1
2
As you sew, stretch the elastic in front of and  
behind the presser foot.  
Elastic Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Elastic Stitch  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Joining Fabric  
You can use the Elastic Stitch to join two pieces of  
fabric together and it is very effective when  
sewing knitted fabrics. If you are using nylon  
thread, the stitch will not be visible.  
F-2.5  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
(1/64-3/32)  
You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing  
elastic or joining fabric. Each is explained below.  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Stitch.  
Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric  
together and center them under the presser  
1
foot.  
Mending  
Sew them together using the Elastic Stitch.  
Make sure you keep the two fabric edges close  
Set the stitch length dial between “F” and 2.5.  
2
1
together.  
Place the reinforcement fabric under the area  
you want to mend.  
2
Following the line of the tear, sew using the  
Elastic Stitch as shown.  
3
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Set the pattern selection dial to the Smocking  
Stitch, Fagoting Stitch, or Decorative Stitch.  
2
3
Double Action Stitching  
Stitch along the edge, pulling both threads  
slightly when beginning to sew.  
Use thicker than normal threads for sewing.  
Stitch  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
After sewing, remove the basting and the  
paper. Finish by tying knots on the reverse  
side at the beginning and the end of the  
seams.  
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DoubleAction  
Stitch  
F-3  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
(1/64-1/8)  
F-3  
3-5  
Bridging Stitch  
Rampart Stitch  
(1/64-1/8)  
(1/8-3/16)  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
1
These stitches are used for joining two pieces of  
fabric, such as when making patchwork. Set the  
pattern selection dial to the Double Action Stitch,  
Bridging Stitch, or Rampart Stitch.  
3
1.5 mm  
1 First needle drop  
Overedge Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Elastic Shell  
Tuck Stitch  
F-3  
(1/64-1/8)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
Stretch  
Overlock  
Stitch  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
Heirloom Stitching  
Elastic  
Overlock  
Stitch  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Arrowhead  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Smocking  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
Fagoting  
Stitch  
3-5  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Arrowhead  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
(1/8-13/64)  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Comb Stitch  
Comb Stitch  
These stitches are used to join two pieces of fabric  
while leaving a space between their edges.  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fold over the edges of the two pieces of fabric  
for the hem and baste the edges to a thin  
1
piece of paper leaving a small space between  
them.  
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You can use these stitches to join together seams and  
finish them in one operation. The Overlock Stitches  
are also useful for sewing stretch materials while the  
Arrowhead Stitch is ideal for sewing the edge of a  
Feather Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Width  
blanket.  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Feather Stitch  
Set the pattern selection dial to an overedge  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
1
2
stitch.  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Put the fabric under the presser foot so that  
the seamline (or arrowhead point) is  
approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch) to the left of  
the center of the presser foot. This stitch  
works best with a seam allowance of  
approximately 5 mm (3/16 inch) as this allows  
the right (zigzag) side of the stitch to overlock  
the cut edge of the fabric.  
Use the Feather Stitch as a decorative top stitch  
when embroidering or when hemming blankets,  
tablecloths, or draperies.  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Feather  
1
Stitch.  
Place the fabric right side up and sew 1 cm  
(3/8 inch) from the edge of the fabric.  
2
Trim close to the stitching.  
The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling.  
3
If the seam allowance is wider than the stitch  
pattern, trim away any excess fabric after  
stitching.  
3
A finished Elastic Overlock Stitch is shown in the  
illustration below.  
Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Triple Zigzag  
Stretch Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
This stitch can be used wherever a zigzag stitch  
would be used to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics.  
The Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch can also be used as a  
decorative top stitch. Set the pattern selection dial to  
the Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch.  
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Decorative Stitching  
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Triangle Stitch  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
Leaf Stitch  
Tree Stitch  
Legs Stitch  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Stretch  
Overlock  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Stretch  
Overlock  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-13/64)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Hem Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
Decorative  
Stitch  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Fixed  
2.5 (3/32)  
These stitches can be used for decorative top  
stitching and for smocking. Set the pattern selection  
dial to the Triangle Stitch, Leaf Stitch, etc.  
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SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ———————————————————————————————————————  
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SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS  
Open the button plate and insert the button.  
4
Making a Buttonhole  
(1-Step Automatic Buttonhole)  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Pattern  
Foot  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
F-1.5  
(1/64-1/16)  
3-5  
(1/8-3/16)  
Buttonhole  
Foot  
1 Starting mark on the fabric  
2 Marks on the foot  
3 Button plate  
Memo  
We recommend that you practice making a  
buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before  
you try it on an actual garment.  
Lower the buttonhole lever and push it back  
slightly.  
5
When making buttonholes on soft fabrics,  
place a stabilizer material on the underside  
of the fabric.  
Making a buttonhole is a simple process that  
provides reliable results.  
Making a Buttonhole  
Using tailor’s chalk, mark the position and  
length of the buttonhole on the fabric.  
1
While gently holding the upper thread, start  
the machine.  
1
6
7
The bar tacks of the buttonhole are sewn in  
the order shown.  
3
1 Marks on fabric  
Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern  
selection dial to “F”.  
2
4
2
You need to sew the front bar tack first. Lower  
the presser foot to align the marks on the foot  
3
1
with the mark on the fabric.  
Stop the machine when buttonhole stitching is  
finished.  
8
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Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics  
When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, the  
buttonhole stitching is sewn over a gimp thread.  
Adjusting Buttonholes  
If the stitching on the two sides of the buttonhole is  
not the same, you can make the following  
adjustments.  
Using tailor’s chalk, mark the position of the  
1
buttonhole on the fabric, and then attach the  
buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection  
dial to “F”.  
Set the stitch length dial between "F" and 1.5  
and sew the buttonhole on a scrap piece of  
1
fabric to observe how the material is fed.  
1
If the right side of the buttonhole is too open  
or tight, adjust the feeding of the material  
2
with the stitch length dial.  
1
1 Marks on fabric  
Hook the gimp thread onto the back end of  
the buttonhole foot, bring the two gimp  
2
thread ends to the front of the foot, insert  
them into the grooves, and then temporarily  
tie them there.  
4
Set the stitch width to match the diameter of  
the gimp thread.  
3
2
3
Lower the presser foot and start sewing.  
4
Once sewing is completed, gently pull the  
gimp thread to remove any slack, and then  
5
trim off the excess.  
1 Right side  
2 Shorter  
3 Longer  
After obtaining a satisfactory feed on the right  
side, stitch the buttonhole and observe the  
feeding.  
3
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If the left side is too open or tight compared  
with the right side, adjust the buttonhole fine-  
adjustment screw as described below.  
Place the darning plate on the needle plate.  
4
4
If the left side is too open, turn the buttonhole  
fine-adjustment screw with a large screwdriver  
in the direction.  
If the left side is too tight, turn the buttonhole  
fine-adjustment screw with a large screwdriver  
in the + direction.  
• This adjustment ensures both sides of the  
buttonhole are the same.  
Turn on the machine.  
2
5
6
1
3
Put a button between the foot and the fabric  
and make sure that the needle enters the holes  
without hitting the button. If it hits, see step  
1
.
4
4
At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches.  
7
1 Stitch length dial  
2 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw  
3 Left side  
4 Buttonhole appearance  
Sewing Buttons  
Remove the material from the machine. Cut  
the upper and lower threads and tie both  
threads at the back of the material.  
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Stitch  
Pattern Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch  
Name  
Foot Other  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Button  
Darning  
Sewing  
Plate  
Zigzag  
Stitch  
F
Any  
(1/64)  
Foot  
Measure the distance between the  
buttonholes and mark the fabric. Then set the  
pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, and  
set the width you want.  
1
CAUTION  
Turn off the machine.  
Make sure the needle does not hit the  
button during sewing. The needle may  
break and you may be injured.  
2
3
Change the foot to the button sewing foot.  
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USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS  
Fold the edge of the material 2 cm (3/4 inch)  
and place the zipper under the folded section.  
4
Zipper Insertion  
Lower the needle into the notch located either  
on the left or right side of the zipper foot.  
Stitch  
Pattern Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch  
Foot  
Name  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
CAUTION  
2.5  
(center)  
Straight  
Stitch  
2-3  
Zipper  
Foot  
Turn the handwheel by hand to make  
sure the needle does not hit the zipper  
foot before you start sewing. Choosing a  
different stitch will cause the needle to  
hit the presser foot and break, and you  
may be injured.  
(1/16-1/8)  
(3/32)  
You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of  
zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left  
side of the needle.  
When sewing the right side of the zipper, attach the  
shank to the left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing  
the left side of the zipper, attach the shank to the  
right pin of the zipper foot.  
Sew from the bottom of the zipper toward the  
5
top on both sides. The needle should be  
positioned on the zipper side of the foot for  
best results.  
1
2
3
5
1 Zipper foot  
2 Right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper  
3 Left pin for sewing the right side of the zipper  
Turn off the machine and raise the presser  
foot.  
1
To sew the opposite side of the zipper, first  
turn the machine off and raise the presser foot  
lever. Release the zipper foot by pressing the  
button located at the back of the foot, then fit  
the foot on the other side of the zipper.  
Continue sewing using the pin on that side of  
the zipper foot.  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight  
Stitch. Set the stitch length between 2  
(1/16 inch) and 3 (1/8 inch). Set the stitch  
width at 2.5 (3/32 inch) to move the needle  
into the correct position.  
6
2
To attach the zipper foot, lower the presser  
foot lever either on the left or right pin of the  
3
zipper foot.  
CAUTION  
Make sure the needle does not hit the  
zipper during sewing. If the needle hits  
the zipper, the needle may break and you  
may be injured.  
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USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS ——————————————————————————————————————  
Gathering  
Darning  
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)]  
Stitch  
Name  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
Pattern  
Foot Other  
Zigzag  
Darning  
Presser  
Plate  
Straight  
Stitch  
Straight Stitch  
4 (3/16)  
Any  
Foot  
Set the pattern selection dial to Straight  
Stitch.  
Turn off the machine.  
Place the darning plate on the needle plate,  
then turn on the machine.  
1
2
1
Loosen the tension of the upper thread so that  
the lower thread lies on the underside of the  
material.  
Sew a single row (or many rows) of straight  
stitches.  
3
4
Pull the lower threads to gather the material.  
Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight  
Stitch.  
2
3
Put the section you want to darn under the  
presser foot together with fabric for  
reinforcement.  
Lower the presser foot.  
4
5
Begin sewing by alternating between gently  
drawing the work away from you and pulling  
it toward you.  
Repeat this motion until the darn section is  
filled with parallel lines of stitching.  
6
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Appliqués  
Monogramming and  
Embroidering  
Stitch Length Stitch Width  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Zigzag Stitch  
Stitch Stitch  
Length Width  
Stitch  
Name  
F-2  
Any  
Pattern  
Foot Other  
[mm  
[mm  
(1/64-1/16)  
(inch)] (inch)]  
You can create an applique by cutting a different  
piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a  
decoration.  
Zigzag  
Stitch  
Darning  
Plate  
Any  
Any None  
Preparing for Monogramming and Embroidering  
Baste the cut design to the fabric.  
1
Turn off the machine.  
Place the darning plate on the needle plate,  
then turn on the machine.  
Carefully sew around the edge of the design  
with a zigzag stitch.  
1
2
Set the pattern selection dial to Zigzag Stitch.  
2
5
Cut away any fabric that is left outside the  
stitching.  
Draw the lettering (for monogramming) or  
design (for embroidering) on the surface of  
3
3
the fabric.  
Stretch the fabric between embroidery hoops  
as firmly as possible, with the underside of the  
4
fabric on the bottom of the inside hoop.  
Put the work under the needle and lower the  
presser bar with the foot removed.  
5
Pull the lower thread up through the starting  
position by turning the handwheel and make a  
6
Remove the basting, if necessary.  
4
few holding stitches.  
Memo  
Make reinforcing straight stitches at the  
beginning and the end of the zigzag  
stitching.  
CAUTION  
Be careful that the needle does not hit a  
pin during sewing. The needle could  
break, and you may be injured.  
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Grip the hoop with your thumbs and  
Embroidering  
Stitch the outline of the design by moving the  
7
forefingers while pressing the fabric with your  
middle and third fingers and supporting the  
outside of the hoop with your little fingers.  
1
embroidery hoop.  
Fill in the design alternating from the outline  
of the design to the inside and from the inside  
to the edge of the outline until the design is  
completely filled in. Keep the stitching close  
together.  
2
CAUTION  
Keep fingers away from moving parts,  
especially needles.  
Monogramming  
Sew by moving the hoop slowly along the  
lettering at a constant speed.  
1
Secure with a few straight stitches at the end  
of the last letter.  
2
Memo  
You can make long stitches by moving the  
embroidery hoop rapidly and short stitches  
by moving it slowly.  
Secure with a few straight stitches at the end  
of the design.  
3
CAUTION  
Keep fingers away from moving parts,  
especially needles.  
CAUTION  
Keep fingers away from moving parts,  
especially needles.  
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
Attach the forked section of the connecting  
lever to the needle clamp, and fit the walking  
foot to the presser bar.  
Using the Walking Foot  
4
Stitch  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitch Name Pattern  
Straight Stitch  
Length  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
1
1-4  
(1/16-3/16)  
2-3  
(1/16-1/8)  
1-4  
(1/16-3/16)  
0-5  
(0-3/16)  
Zigzag Stitch  
2
This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as  
vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, thin leather, etc. These  
materials are difficult to feed when sewing. The  
walking foot prevents these materials from  
crumpling, slipping or sticking between the presser  
foot and the material.  
3
Note  
Only use the walking foot with straight or  
zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns.  
Reverse stitches can not be sewn with the  
walking foot.  
1 Forked part of operation lever  
2 Presser bar holder  
3 Needle clamp  
5
Lower the presser foot lever and then tighten  
the presser foot screw.  
Turn off the machine.  
5
1
Raise the needle and the presser foot.  
2
Loosen the presser foot screw to remove the  
presser foot holder.  
3
2
3
1
1 Presser foot screw  
1
1 Use a coin or screwdriver  
2 Presser foot holder  
3 Presser foot screw  
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USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS ——————————————————————————————————————  
Attach the quilting foot, making sure that part  
Ashown in the illustration is above the  
4
CAUTION  
needle clamp screw. Then lower the presser  
foot lever and tighten the presser foot screw.  
• Make sure that the needle clamp screw is  
firmly tightened.  
Use a coin or screwdriver to tighten the  
screw securely. If the screw is loose, the  
needle may hit the presser foot and you  
may be injured.  
Before you start sewing, make sure you  
A
turn the handwheel toward you  
(counterclockwise) to check that the  
1
2
needle does not hit the presser foot.  
Be careful not to touch the needle,  
otherwise you may be injured.  
Note  
When sewing with the walking foot, sew at  
medium to low speeds.  
1 Presser foot screw  
2 Needle clamp screw  
CAUTION  
Using the Quilting Foot  
Be careful not to touch the needle,  
otherwise you may be injured.  
Stitch  
Pattern Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Use a coin or screwdriver to tighten the  
presser foot holder screw securely. If the  
screw is loose, the needle may hit the  
presser foot and you may be injured.  
Before you start sewing, make sure you  
turn the handwheel toward you  
Stitch  
Name  
Other  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
Straight  
Stitch  
2.5  
Any  
Darning  
Plate  
(3/32)  
The Quilting Foot is useful for darning and  
free-motion machine quilting.  
(counterclockwise) to check that the  
needle does not hit the presser foot.  
Turn off the machine.  
Put the darning plate on the needle plate.  
Turn on the machine.  
1
5
Raise the needle and the presser foot.  
2
Loosen the presser foot screw to remove the  
presser foot holder.  
3
2
3
Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight  
Stitch.  
6
1
• Before starting to sew, draw the quilting  
design on the fabric.  
1 Use a coin or screwdriver  
2 Presser foot holder  
3 Presser foot screw  
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Use both hands to keep the fabric firmly  
stretched and move the fabric to sew over the  
drawn design.  
Attach the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot.  
Turn on the machine.  
7
3
4
Position the presser foot over the fabric and  
sew as shown in the illustration below.  
Achieving an Accurate Seam Allowance  
1
2
1
1 Quilting design  
The length of the stitch depends on how  
quickly you move the fabric and on the  
machine’s sewing speed. Sew while moving  
the fabric slowly.  
8
3
4
Using the 1/4-inch  
Quilting Foot  
1 Beginning of stitching  
2 Align this mark with the edge of the fabric.  
3 End of stitching  
4 Align this mark with the edge of the fabric.  
Stitch  
Length  
Stitch  
Width  
Stitching the Top of a Quilt  
Stitch Name  
Pattern  
[mm (inch)] [mm (inch)]  
1
5
2-2.5  
2.5 (center)  
(3/32)  
Straight Stitch  
(1/16-3/32)  
You can use the 1/4-inch Quilting Foot to sew seams  
when piecing together a quilt.  
2
1 Top of fabric  
2 Seam 3.2 mm (1/8 inch)  
1
1 Seam allowance 6.5 mm (1/4 inch)  
Turn off the machine.  
1
Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight  
Stitch. Set the stitch length between 2  
2
(1/16 inch) and 2.5 (3/32 inch). Set the stitch  
width at 2.5 (3/32 inch) (center).  
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APPENDIX  
MAINTENANCE  
Put the light cover back on and fasten the screw.  
4
Changing the Light Bulb  
CAUTION  
Turn off the main power switch and  
unplug the machine before you change  
the light bulb. If the main power switch is  
on when you change the light bulb, you  
may get an electric shock. If the machine  
is on and you step on the foot controller,  
you may be injured.  
Cleaning  
CAUTION  
To avoid burns, let the light bulb cool  
down before you change it.  
Make sure you unplug the machine  
before you clean it, otherwise you risk  
getting an electric shock or being injured.  
Remove the power supply plug from the  
outlet.  
1
Loosen the screw on the back of the sewing  
head. Then remove the light cover from the  
machine.  
2
Switch the machine off and unplug it.  
1
Raise the needle and the presser foot.  
2
3
Loosen the presser foot screw and the needle  
clamp screw to remove the presser foot  
holder and the needle.  
Replace the sewing light bulb.  
3
Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover,  
and then slide it toward you to remove the  
needle plate cover.  
1
2
3
4
1 Bulb  
2 Loosen  
3 Tighten  
1
1 Needle plate cover  
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Using a coin, remove the two screws.  
Lift up the needle plate as shown in the  
illustration, and then slide the needle plate to  
the left to remove it.  
Insert the bobbin case so that the projection  
on the bobbin case aligns with the spring.  
5
8
1 Use a coin or screwdriver  
1 Projection  
2 Spring  
Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out to  
the left.  
6
Install the needle plate, sliding it to the right  
to secure it, and then tighten the screws.  
Make sure that the tab on the left side of the  
needle plate is aligned with the notch in the  
bobbin case.  
9
3
Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to  
remove any dust from the race and its  
surrounding area.  
7
6
1 Tab  
2 Notch  
3 Screws  
Install the needle plate cover.  
0
Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into  
the notches in the needle plate, and then slide  
the cover back into position.  
CAUTION  
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:  
XC8993-021), contact your nearest  
authorized service center.  
1 Cleaning brush  
2 Race  
• Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.  
Make sure that you fit the bobbin case  
properly, otherwise the needle may  
break.  
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Troubleshooting  
If the machine stops working properly, check the following possible problems.  
If the problem is still there, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.  
Symptom  
Possible cause  
How to put it right  
Plug the machine in.  
Reference  
page 7  
The machine is not plugged in.  
The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch.  
page 8  
The sewing  
machine does  
not work.  
The bobbin-winder shaft is pushed  
to the right.  
Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the  
left.  
page 17  
You have not used the foot control-  
ler properly.  
Use the foot controller properly.  
page 8  
page 8  
page 9  
page 8  
page 26  
The needle is not fitted properly.  
The needle clamp screw is loose.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Fit the needle properly.  
Use a coin or screwdriver to firmly  
tighten the screw.  
Replace the needle.  
You have not used the right combi-  
nation of fabric, thread and needle.  
Choose a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric.  
The presser foot you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct  
appropriate for the type of stitch that for the type of stitch that you want to  
you want to sew.  
sew.  
The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension.  
You are pulling the fabric too much. Lightly guide the fabric.  
You have not fitted the spool properly. Fit the spool properly.  
page 25  
The needle  
breaks.  
page 21, 25  
Replace the needle plate.  
The area around the hole in the nee-  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
dle plate is scratched.  
authorized service center.  
Replace the presser foot.  
The area around the hole in the  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
presser foot is scratched.  
authorized service center.  
Replace the bobbin case.  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
authorized service center.  
The bobbin case is scratched.  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
properly. Only use a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
You have not used a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
page 16  
You have not threaded the upper  
thread properly. (For example, you  
have not fitted the spool properly, or Correct the upper threading.  
the thread has come out of the guide  
page 21  
above the needle.)  
There are knots or tangles in the  
Remove any knots or tangles.  
thread.  
The needle is not appropriate for the Choose a needle that is appropriate  
page 26  
page 25  
The upper  
thread breaks.  
thread you are using.  
for the type of stitch.  
The upper-thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension.  
Remove the tangled thread. If the  
The thread is tangled.  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the bobbin case.  
page 44  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
page 8  
page 9  
You have not inserted the needle  
properly.  
Insert the needle properly.  
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Symptom  
Possible cause  
How to put it right  
Reference  
Replace the needle plate.  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
authorized service center.  
The area around the hole in the nee-  
dle plate is scratched.  
Replace the presser foot.  
The area around the hole in the  
presser foot is scratched.  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
authorized service center.  
The upper  
thread breaks.  
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  
properly. Only use a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
You have not used a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
page 16  
You have not wound the bobbin  
thread properly.  
Wind the bobbin properly.  
Replace the bobbin.  
page 16  
The bobbin is scratched or does not  
turn smoothly.  
The lower  
thread is tangled  
or breaks.  
Remove the tangled thread and  
clean the bobbin case.  
The thread is tangled.  
page 44  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
properly. Only use a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
You have not used a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
page 16  
Bobbin is set incorrectly.  
Reset the bobbin thread correctly.  
page 18-20  
page 21  
You have not threaded the upper  
thread properly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
You have not wound the bobbin  
thread properly.  
Wind the bobbin thread properly.  
page 16  
page 26  
You have not threaded the right  
combination of thread and needle  
for the fabric you are using.  
Choose a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric.  
The thread ten-  
sion is incorrect.  
You have not attached the presser  
foot holder properly.  
Attach the presser foot holder prop-  
erly.  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
6
The thread tension is incorrect.  
page 25  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
properly. Only use a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
You have not used a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
page 16  
Bobbin is set incorrectly.  
Reset the bobbin thread correctly.  
page 18-20  
page 18-22  
You have not threaded the upper  
thread properly or fitted the bobbin  
properly.  
Thread the upper thread and wind  
the bobbin thread properly.  
You have not fitted the spool prop-  
erly.  
Fit the spool properly.  
page 21, 25  
page 26  
You have not used the right  
combination of fabric, thread and  
needle.  
Choose a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric.  
The fabric is  
wrinkled.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
page 8  
If you are sewing thin fabric, the  
stitch is too thick.  
Sew with stabiliser material under  
the fabric.  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
page 25  
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Symptom  
Possible cause  
How to put it right  
Reference  
You have not threaded the upper  
thread properly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
page 21  
You have not used the right combi-  
nation of fabric, thread and needle.  
Choose a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric.  
page 26  
page 8  
page 8  
Stitches are  
skipped.  
The needle is bent or blunt.  
Replace the needle.  
You have not inserted the needle  
properly.  
Insert the needle properly.  
Dust has accumulated under the  
needle plate or in the bobbin case.  
Remove the needle plate cover and  
clean the plate and the bobbin case.  
page 44  
page 44  
page 21  
Dust has built up in the feed dogs or  
in the bobbin case.  
Clean the bobbin case.  
You have not threaded the upper  
thread properly.  
Correct the upper threading.  
There is a high-  
pitched noise  
while sewing.  
Replace the bobbin case.  
Contact your retailer or the nearest  
authorized service center.  
The bobbin case is scratched.  
Incorrect bobbins will not work  
properly. Only use a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
You have not used a bobbin that has  
been designed for this machine.  
page 16  
Turn the handwheel toward you  
(counterclockwise) to raise the nee-  
dle holder to the highest position.  
You have not moved the needle  
holder to its highest position.  
page 22  
page 9  
The needle  
threader can not  
be used.  
You have not inserted the needle  
properly.  
Insert the needle properly.  
Attach the presser foot that is correct  
for the type of stitch that you want to  
sew.  
The presser foot that you are using is  
not correct for the type of stitch.  
Adjust the tension of the upper  
thread.  
The stitch is not  
sewn correctly.  
The thread tension is incorrect.  
page 25  
page 44  
Remove the tangled thread. If the  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the bobbin case.  
The thread is tangled.  
The stitch is too fine.  
Lengthen the stitch length.  
Remove the darning plate.  
The darning plate is fitted on the  
needle plate.  
The fabric does  
not feed.  
You have not used the right combi-  
nation of fabric, thread and needle.  
Choose a thread and needle that are  
appropriate for the type of fabric.  
page 26  
page 44  
Remove the tangled thread. If the  
thread is tangled in the bobbin case,  
clean the bobbin case.  
The thread is tangled.  
The sewing light  
bulb does not  
come on.  
The sewing light bulb is damaged.  
Replace the sewing light bulb.  
page 44  
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INDEX  
Numerics  
N
1/4-inch quilting foot ....................................................43  
1-Step Automatic Buttonhole ................................... 5, 34  
A
Needle  
checking ....................................................................8  
combinations with fabric and thread ..........................26  
replacing ...................................................................8  
Needle threader ............................................................22  
Accessories .....................................................................6  
optional .............................................................. 6, 41  
Appliqués .....................................................................39  
O
Overedge stitching ........................................................31  
B
P
Blind hem stitching .......................................................29  
Bobbin  
winding ...................................................................16  
Buttonhole  
adjusting ..................................................................35  
making ....................................................................34  
Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw .................................36  
Pattern selection dial .....................................................11  
Patterns .........................................................................12  
Presser foot  
changing ...................................................................9  
Q
Buttons  
Quick-set bobbin ................................................... 19, 24  
sewing .....................................................................36  
Quilting foot .................................................................42  
C
R
Cleaning .......................................................................44  
Connecting plugs ............................................................7  
Race  
cleaning ..................................................................44  
Repacking instructions ....................................................2  
Reverse sewing lever .....................................................15  
D
Darning ........................................................................38  
Darning plate ............................................36, 38, 39, 42  
Decorative stitching ......................................................33  
Double action stitching .................................................31  
Drawing up the lower thread ........................................24  
S
Satin stitch ....................................................................28  
Shell tuck stitching ........................................................29  
Spool pin ............................................................... 16, 21  
extra ........................................................................25  
Stitch length dial ...........................................................14  
E
Stitch width dial ............................................................15  
Stitches  
built-in ....................................................................29  
names .....................................................................12  
Straight stitching ...........................................................27  
Elastic stitching .............................................................30  
Embroidering ................................................................39  
F
Fabric, thread, and needle combinations ......................26  
Feather stitching ............................................................32  
Flat bed attachment ......................................................10  
Foot controller ................................................................8  
Free-arm style ...............................................................10  
Stretch stitching ............................................................15  
T
Thread cutter ................................................................28  
Thread tension ..............................................................25  
Threading  
G
lower ............................................................... 18, 19  
needle threader ........................................................22  
twin needle ..............................................................25  
upper ......................................................................21  
Triple zigzag stretch stitching ........................................32  
Gathering ......................................................................38  
H
Handwheel ...................................................................21  
Heirloom stitching ........................................................31  
Troubleshooting ............................................................46  
Twin needle  
L
attaching ............................................................ 9, 25  
sewing .....................................................................24  
Light bulb  
U
changing .................................................................44  
Light switch ....................................................................8  
Unpacking instructions ...................................................2  
Upper tension control dial ............................................25  
Upper threading ............................................................21  
Lower threading ............................................................18  
quick-set bobbin ............................................... 19, 24  
M
W
Main parts .......................................................................5  
Main power ....................................................................8  
Maintenance .................................................................44  
Monogramming ............................................................39  
Walking foot .................................................................41  
Z
Zigzag stitching .............................................................28  
Zipper insertion ............................................................37  
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