KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
1
2
3
4
5
6
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
1
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.
3
XL-2600, XL-2600i
XL-3510, XL-3510i
XL-2610, XL-2610i
XL-3520, XL-3520i
XL-2620, XL-2620i
1
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.
4
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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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————
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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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————
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
60–80
Medium
weight
fabrics
Thread synthetic
mercerized
Taffeta
75/11–90/14
Flannel,
Gabardine
Silk or silk
finished
50–80
60–80
Lawn, Batiste
Cotton
Thread synthetic
mercerized
Lightweight
fabrics
Georgette
65/9–75/11
Challis, Satin
Denim
Silk
50–80
30–50
Cotton
Heavyweight
fabrics
Thread synthetic
mercerized
90/14–100/16
Corduroy
50
50–60
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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STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING ——————————————————————————————————————————
■ 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.
4
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 ———————————————————————————————————————
4
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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SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ———————————————————————————————————————
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.
8
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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5
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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USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS ——————————————————————————————————————
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 —————————————————————————————————————————————————————
6
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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APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————
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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