Bernette Palermo 5 User Manual

Instruction Manual

SYMBOL INSTRUCTIONS

Raise needle

Raise presser foot Lower presser foot

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type 5W.

WARNING

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by
or near children.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only the
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this appliance 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 appliance to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings block. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.

6. Always use the proper needle plate, a wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.

7. Do not use bent needles.

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as
threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the light.

10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,
or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

12. Do not use outdoors.

13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.

14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.

15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

16. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is 75dB(A).

17. Please turn off the machine or unplug when the machine is not operating properly.

18. Never place anything on the foot controller.

19. If the supply cord that fixed with foot controller is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

20. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

21. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- To reduce the risk of electric shock:

- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

CONTENTS

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE ....................................................1

BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE..........................................................2-3

LCD SCREEN.........................................................................4

PATTERN CHART .....................................................................5

ACCESSORIES .......................................................................6

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE.....................................7

Connecting the machine..............................................................7

STARTING SEWING....................................................................8

Foot control........................................................................8

ADJUSTING THE PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE.............................................8

REPLACING THE NEEDLE..............................................................9

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT........................................................9

MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD..................................................10

TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART ......................................................11

WINDING THE BOBBIN.............................................................12-13

Bobbin winding .................................................................12-13

INSERTING THE BOBBIN..............................................................14

THREADING THE UPPER THREAD ...................................................15-16

USING THE NEEDLE THREADER .......................................................17

THREAD TENSION ...................................................................18

RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD......................................................19

CUTTING THE THREAD ...............................................................19

TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER.....................................................20

TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS...................................................20

OPERATION BUTTONS.............................................................21-22

Reverse button....................................................................21

Auto-lock button ...................................................................21

Needle up/ down position button ......................................................22

FUNCTION BUTTONS..............................................................23-25

Stitch width adjustment button ........................................................23

Stitch length adjustment button........................................................24

MODE selection button..............................................................24

Mirror button......................................................................25

MEMORY BUTTONS ..................................................................26

Memory button....................................................................26

Clear button......................................................................26

Arrow button .....................................................................26

SELECTION BUTTONS................................................................27

Direct pattern selection and number buttons .............................................27

USEFUL SKILLS...................................................................28-29

Sewing corners....................................................................28

Reverse..........................................................................28

Free arm.........................................................................28

Sewing on the heavy fabric...........................................................29

STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION............................................30

ZIGZAG STITCHES...................................................................30

STRETCH STITCH....................................................................31

CONTENTS

OVERCASTING STITCHES.............................................................32

Using the overcasting foot ...........................................................32

Using the all purpose foot............................................................32

BLIND HEM/ LINGERIE STITCH.........................................................33

BUTTON SEWING....................................................................34

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING..........................................................35-38

Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics..................................................38

EYELET STITCH .....................................................................39

DARNING STITCH .................................................................40-41

ZIPPER INSERTION................................................................42-43

Inserting a centered zipper...........................................................42

Inserting a side zipper...............................................................43

NARROW HEMMING..................................................................44

CORDING...........................................................................45

Single cording.....................................................................45

Triple cording .....................................................................45

SATIN STITCH SEWING ...............................................................46

QUILTING...........................................................................47

SCALLOP STITCH....................................................................47

Scallop edging ....................................................................47

GATHERING.........................................................................48

S M O C K I N G .........................................................................4 9

FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51

Darning..........................................................................50

Embroidery.......................................................................51

M o n o g r a m m i n g....................................................................5 1

FAGOTING..........................................................................52

PATCHWORK STITCHING..............................................................52

MIRROR ............................................................................53

TWIN NEEDLE (Optional) .............................................................54

WALKING FOOT (Optional) ............................................................55

MEMORY.........................................................................56-58

Combining patterns..............................................................56-57

Adding patterns....................................................................57

Clearing patterns...................................................................57

Recalling and sewing the memorized pattern..........................................57-58

WARNING FUNCTIONS................................................................59

Warning animation message display ...................................................59

Instruction animation message display..................................................59

Warning beeping sound .............................................................59

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB .........................................................60

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................61-62

Cleaning the screen ................................................................61

Cleaning the sewing machine surface ..................................................61

Cleaning the hook...............................................................61-62

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE........................................................63-64

QUICK ADJUSTMENT REFERENCE CHART............................................65-66

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE

Tension dial

Presser foot pressure

Face plate

Operation buttons

Thread cutter

Auto needle threader

Buttonhole lever

Needle plate cover

Sewing table and
accessory box

Pattern plate

bobbin winder spindle

Speed limiting
adjustment lever

LCD screen

Function buttons

Memory buttons

Selection buttons

Function buttons

Bobbin stopper

Hole for second spool pin

Handwheel

Main power switch

Power cord

Foot controller connector

Horizontal spool pin

Handle

Presser foot lifter

Drop feed lever

1

BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE

A. Operation buttons (see page 21/22)

1. Reverse button

Hold down this button to sew either backwards or a reinforcement stitch at a low speed.

2. Auto-lock button

Hold down this button to sew locking stitches immediately or at the end of the current patterns
and automatically stop.

3. Needle up/down position button

Press this button to move the needle either up or down.

4. Speed limiting adjustment lever

Slide this lever to change the sewing speed.

B. Function buttons (see page 23/24/25)

5. Stitch length adjustment button

Press this button to adjust the length of the stitch.

6. Stitch width adjustment button

Press this button to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.

2

BUTTON OF THE MACHINE

7. Mode selection button

Press this button to select direct mode, utility and decorative pattern mode.

8. Mirror button

Press this button to sew a reflection pattern.

C. Memory buttons (see page 26)

9. Memory button

Press this button to enter or store the created pattern combination in the memory.

10.Arrow button

Press the " " button or " " button until the actual stitch number is displayed.

11.Clear button

If an incorrect pattern is selected or memorized, pressing this button will clear it.

D. Selection buttons (see page 27)

12.Direct pattern selection and number buttons

Instant access to direct pattern or press number buttons of the pattern number to select the
desired pattern.

3

Direct Pattern

Mirror

Needle up

Auto-lock

LCD SCREEN

Buttonhole lever
Bobbin winding

Needle positionReverse

Pattern number

Direct mode

Pattern

Needle down

Auto-stop

Reverse

Pattern number

Normal mode

Suggested

presser foot

Stitch width

Mirror

Stitch length

Stitch width

Number of current unit
Total number of unit

Memory

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PATTERN CHART

The portion marked in colored on the chart below shows the one unit of each pattern.

A. Direction Patterns

1 3

B. Patterns

4

5 6 7 8 9 02

03

02

18 19 20

17

34 35 36 37 38 39

33

49 50

04 05 06 07 08 09 10

21 22

51 52

53

54

23

55

24

40

56

25 26

41 42

57

58

11 12

28 29

27

43

44

59 60

13

45

14

30

46

15 01 16

31

32

48

47

5

Standard

1. All purpose foot (T)

2. Zipper foot (I)

3. Buttonhole foot (D)

4. Overcasting foot (E)

5. Blind hem foot (F)

6. Satin stitch foot (A)

7. Button sewing foot

8. Brush/ Seam ripper

9. Spool holder (Large)

10.Spool holder (Small)

Edge/quilting guide

11.

12.Screwdriver (L & S)

13.Bobbin (3x)

14.Pack of needle (5x)

15.Spool pin felt

16.Second spool pin

ACCESSORIES

Standard

1 2 3 4

006186008 006905008

5

006904008

9

6

10

D3A1514000

7

006914008006172008

11

8

006099008

12

006907008

Optional

17.Cording foot (M)

18.Hemmer foot (K)

19.Quilting foot (P)

20.Darning/ Embroidery foot

21.Gathering foot

22.Twin needle

23.Walking foot

R12373209

13

006084009

Optional

TA10943209

14 15

006221008

17

006813008

21

18

006900008

22

006008001

006015009

006012008

16

R60033209

19

006916008

23

20

006016008

006917008

6

006020008 0061850081

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main

switch is on ("O"). when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.

ONOFF

Connecting the machine

Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on the
machine is conforming with your electrical power.

Place the machine on a stable table.

1. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting the 2-hole plug into the terminal box.

2. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.

3. Turn on the power switch.

4. The sewing lamp will light up when the switch is turned on.

To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.

Polarized plug information

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other), to
reduce the risk of electrical shock; this plug will 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. Do not modify the plug in
any way.

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STARTING SEWING

Foot control

With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot
control plug into its connector on the sewing
machine.

Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly
depress the foot control to start sewing.

Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine.

Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as how to connect the machine to the
power source. Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.

The appliance must be used with the foot controller C-9000.

ADJUSTING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE

Standard presser foot pressure set at "2".

The presser foot pressure of the machine has been
pre-set and no need for change unless sewing
particular type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).

If you do need to adjust the presser foot pressure,
turn the presser adjusting screw by ones finger.

For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure
by turning the screw counterclockwise to move
the screw upward and the pressure decreased. If
kept turning the screw, it could be take out. By
that time, just turn the screw clockwise, it could be
locked back and readjust the pressure.

For heavy fabric, tighten the pressure by turning
the screw clockwise to move the screw downward
and the pressure increased. Once screw could not
be moved any further, it has been reached the
bottom, pls do not turn any more.

8

REPLACING THE NEEDLE

b

d

c

f

e

a

e

b

a

g

B

A

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") when carrying out any of the
above operations!

Change the needle regularly, especially if it is
showing signs of wear and causing problems.
Insert the needle following the illustrated
instructions.

A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten

again after inserting the new needle.
The flat side of the shaft should be towards
the back.

B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.

Needles must be in perfect condition.

Problems can occur with:

- Bent needles

- Blunt needles

- Damaged points

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") when carrying out any of the
above operations!

Attaching the presser foot holder (1)
Raise the presser foot bar (a).
Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated.

Attaching the presser foot (2)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the

1

3

2

4

cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d).
Raise the lever (e).
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the

presser foot (f) will engage automatically.

Removing the presser foot (3)
Raise the presser foot.
Raise the lever (e) and the foot will disengages.

Attaching the e (4)

Attach the e (g) in the slot as
illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems,
pleats, etc.

dge/quilting guide

dge/quilting guide

9

MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD

Needle size

9-11/65-75

12/80

14/90

16/100

18/110

Fabrics

Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile,
serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks,
cotton knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes,
woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.

Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
kettleclote, sailcloth, double knits,
lightweight woollens.

Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.

Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens,
outdoor tent and quilted fabrics, denims,
upholstery material (light to medium).

Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers
and vinyls.

Thread

Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or
polyester.

Most threads sold are medium size and
suitable for these fabrics and needle sizes.

Use polyester threads on synthetic
materials and cotton on natural woven
fabrics for best results.

Always use the same thread on top
and bottom.

Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
(Use heavy foot pressurelarge numbers.)

Important: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric

NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION

Needles

HA x 1

15 x 1

15 x 1/
130/ 705H

15 x 1/ 130/
705H (SUK)

130PCL/
705H-LR/LL

Explanation

Standard sharp needles.
Sizes range thin to large. 9 (65) to 18 (110)

Semi-ball point needle, scarfed.
9 (65) to 18 (110)

Full ball point needle 9 (65) to 18 (110)

Leather needles. 12 (80) to 18 (110)

Type of fabric

Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk,
etc. Qiana. Not recommended for double
knits.

Natural and synthetic woven fabrics,
polyester blends. Knits-polyesters,
interlocks, tricot, single and double knits.
Can be used instead of 15x1 for sewing
all fabrics.

Sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric, elastic.

Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller
hole than standard large needle.

Note:

- Twin needles can be purchased for utility and decorative work.

- European needles show sizes 65, 70, 80 etc. American and Japanese needles show
size 9, 11, 12 etc.

- Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and / or at first thread
breakage or skipped stitches.

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TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART

PRESSER FOOT

All purpose foot (T)

Zipper foot (I)

Buttonhole foot (D)

Button sewing foot

APPLICATION

General sewing,
Patchwork stitches,
Decorative
stitching,
Smocking,
Fagoting, etc.

Inserting zippers

Buttonhole sewing

Button sewing

NEEDLE NEEDLE

PRESSER FOOT

APPLICATION

Cording

Cording foot (M)

(Optional)

Narrow hemming

Hemmer foot (K)

(Optional)

Darning
Free embroidery
Monogramming

Darning/
Embroidery foot

(Optional)

Quilting

Quilting foot (P)

(Optional)

Overcasting foot (E)

Overcasting

Gathering foot

(Optional)

Blind hem stitching

Gathering

This foot helps to
prevent uneven
feeding of very
difficult fabrics

Blind hem foot (F)

Satin stitch sewing

Walking foot

(Optional)

Satin stitch foot (A)

Note: The twin needle is optional. It is not include with the accessories.
When sewing with twin needle, the stitch width should be set at less than "5.0".

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Bobbin winding

1

WINDING THE BOBBIN

1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin.

For smaller spools of thread, place spool holder with
the small side next to the spool or use the small spool
holder.

2. Snap the thread into the thread guide .

2

3. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder
tension discs.

3

4. Place the thread end through one of the inner holes in
the bobbin as illustrated and place empty bobbin on
the spindle.

4

5. Push the bobbin to right.

5

12

WINDING THE BOBBIN

6. When the bobbin winder spindle is pushed to the right,
bobbin winding position, the symbol " " is shown on
the LCD screen.
It will disappear from the LCD screen when the bobbin
winder spindle is pushed back to the left into the sewing

6

Patterns

7

8

position.

7. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand.

8. Press on the foot control to start the sewing machine.

9. After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine
and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin.

Continue filling the bobbin until it is full. The motor stops
automatically when the bobbin is full. Stop the machine.
Push the bobbin winder spindle to left.

9

10.Cut the thread and then remove the bobbin.

10

Please Note:
When the bobbin winder switch is placed on the right, "bobbin winding position", the machine
will not sew and the handwheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder switch
to the left "sewing position".

13

INSERTING THE BOBBIN

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") before inserting or removing the
bobbin.

When inserting or removing the bobbin,
the needle must be fully raised.

1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with
the thread running in a counterclockwise
direction (arrow).

1

2. Pull the thread through the slit (A).

2

A

3. Pull the thread toward the left and along
the inside of the spring until it slips into
the notch (B) being sure that the thread
does not slip out of the slit (A).

B

A

3

B

4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread
and attach the bobbin cover plate. (C)

C

4

14

THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

Please Note: It is important to carry out the threading correctly as by not doing so several
sewing problems could result.

Start by raising the needle to its highest point, and
also raise the presser foot to release the tension
discs.

1. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the
spool pin so that the thread comes from the front of the
spool, then place the spool cap at the end of the spool pin.

1

2. Draw the thread from the spool through the upper
thread guide.

2

3. Guide the thread around the thread guide pulling the
thread through the pre-tension spring as illustrated.

3

15

THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

4. Thread the tension module by passing the thread
between the silver discs.

4

5. Then, down and around the check spring holder.

5

6. At the top of this movement, pass the thread from right
to the left through the slotted eye of the take-up lever
and then downwards again.

6

Pass the thread behind the flat, horizontal thread guide.

7.
Guide the thread through the wire loop.
Pull the end of the thread through the needle from front

to rear, and pull out about 10 cm of thread.
Use the needle threader to thread the needle. (On the

next page.)

7

16

USING THE NEEDLE THREADER

Attention: Turn power switch to the

off position ("O").

Raise the needle to its highest position
and lower the presser foot.

1. Lower the needle threader lever slowly
and draw the thread through the thread
guide as illustrated and then to the right.

1

2. The needle threader automatically turns
to the threading position and the hook pin
passes through the needle eye.

2

3. Take the thread in front of the needle.

3

4. Hold the thread loosely and release the
lever slowly. The hook will turn and pass
the thread through the needle eye forming
a loop.

Pull the thread through the needle eye.

4

17

THREAD TENSION

- Basic thread tension setting: "4"

- To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial
to the next number down.

- Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing.

- There is no single tension setting appropriate for all the stitch functions and fabrics.

- 90% of all sewing will be between "3" and "5" ("4" is basic setting).

- For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when
the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your fabric.

1

2

3

Reverse
side

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Reverse
side

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Reverse
side

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Surface

Surface

Surface

1. Normal thread tension for straight stitch
sewing.

2. Thread tension is too loose for straight stitch
sewing. Turn dial to higher number.

3. Thread tension is too tight for straight stitch
sewing. Turn dial to lower number.

4

Reverse
side

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Surface

4. Normal thread tension for zig zag and
decorative sewing.

18

1

RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD

1. Hold the upper thread with the left
hand. Turn the handwheel towards
you (counterclockwise) lowering, then
raising the needle.

2. Gently pull on the upper thread to
bring the bobbin thread up through the
needle plate hole. The bobbin thread
will come up in a loop.

2

3. Pull both threads to the back under the
presser foot.

3

CUTTING THE THREAD

Raise the presser foot.
Remove the fabric, draw the threads to

the left side of the face cover and cut
using the thread cutter.

The threads are cut at the proper length
to start the next seam.

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a

b

b

aa

a

TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER

1. The presser foot lifter raises and
lowers your presser foot.

1

2. When sewing several layers or thick
fabrics, the presser foot can be raised
a second stage for easy positioning of
the work.

2

TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS

With the sewing table off the machine,
the feed dog adjustment lever can be
seen on the base in back of the sewing
machine.

Sliding the lever to the " " (b) will lower
the feed dog, for example during button
sewing. If you wish to continue sewing
normally, slide the lever to the " " (a) in
order to raise the feed dogs.

The feed dog will not rise up if you do not
turn the handwheel, even if the lever is
slid to the right. Make a complete turn to
raise the feed dogs.

20

Needle up/down

position button

Auto-lock button

Reverse button

Reverse button

Direct

Patterns

OPERATION BUTTONS

When the patterns 01-16, 24-60 are selected, the
machine will sew reverse or a reinforcement stitch
at a low speed if the reverse button is pressed.
The machine will sew forward after the button is
released.

An arrow " " on the LCD display indicates reverse
sewing.

Auto-lock button

Patterns

Patterns

When the patterns 01-05 are selected, the machine
will immediately sew 3 locking stitches when the
Auto-lock button is pressed, then automatically stop.

The LCD will display the figure " " until the
machine is stopped.

When the patterns 06-16, 24-60 are selected,
press the Auto-lock button, the machine will sew
3 locking stitches at the end of the current pattern
and automatically stop. The LCD will display the
figure " " until the machine is stopped.

The function will be cancelled if you press the
button once again or select another pattern.

21

OPERATION BUTTONS

Needle up/ down position button

With the Needle up/ down position button, you
decide whether the needle shall stop in the up
position or in the material when you stop sewing.

Direct

Patterns

Patterns

Please Note: During sewing, press the
button will be no function. Needle up/ down
position button setting will only machine
stop.

Press the button so that the arrow, on the LCD
screen, will point upward " " and the needle will
stop in the highest position. When you press the
button so that the arrow points downward " ", the
machine will stop with the needle in the lowest
position.

22

FUNCTION BUTTONS

Stitch width adjustment button

Stitch width
adjustment button

Stitch length
adjustment button

Mirror button

Mode selection button

When you select a stitch, the machine will auto­matically set the recommended stitch width, which
will be indicated by numbers on the LCD screen.
The stitch width can be regulated by pressing the
stitch width adjustment buttons.

Certain stitches have a limited stitch width.

For a narrower stitch, press the "-" button (left).
For a wider stitch, press the "+" button (right). The
stitch width can be adjusted between "0.0-7.0".
Certain stitches have a limited stitch width.

When patterns 01-05 are selected, the needle
position is regulated by the stitch width adjustment
buttons. Pressing the "-" button (left), will move the
needle to the left and pressing the "+" button (right),
will move the needle to the right.

The numbers will be changed from left position
"0.0" to extreme right position "7.0". The pre-set
center needle position will be indicated as "3.5".

23

FUNCTION BUTTONS

Stitch length adjustment button

Patterns

MODE selection button

When you select a stitch the machine will
automatically set the recommended stitch length
which will be indicated by numbers on the LCD
screen. The stitch length can be adjusted by
pressing the stitch length adjustment buttons.

To shorten the stitch length, press the "-" button
(left). For a longer stitch length, press the "+"
button (right). The stitch length can be adjusted
between "0.0-4.5". Certain stitches have a limited
length.

When you turn the machine "ON" the LCD screen
display will be set at direct mode " ".

Press the " " button to " " mode , If you
press the function button again. " " will be
displayed.

Direct mode stitch selection.
Utility and decorative pattern mode: Stitch

selection using number buttons.

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Mirror button

FUNCTION BUTTONS

The patterns 01-16, 24-60 can be mirror, pressing
the " " button will sew a reflection pattern from
your selected stitch.

The LCD will display the mirror function and the
machine will continue to sew the reflected pattern
until the mirror function is pressed again to cancel
the mirror function.

When the mirror function disappears from the
LCD screen, the machine will continue to sew the
normal stitch.

If you change the pattern setting, then the mirror
function will be cancelled accordingly. If you need
the reflection pattern, then press the mirror button
again.

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Memory button

Patterns

MEMORY BUTTONS

Clear button

Arrow button

Memory button

Press the " " button to enter the memory mode,
and store the combinations of characters or
decorative stitches. Press the " " button again
to leave the memory mode and return Direct mode.

MEM

Please Note: The Direct mode patterns and
pattern 17-23 cannot be memorized.

Clear button

Arrow button

Press this button when the incorrect character is
selected. Each press of this button erases one
character, or press this button to remove an
added pattern when sewing combinations of
characters or decorative stitches.

Use the arrow " " or " " button to confirm
the pattern memorized by pressing this button in
memory mode.

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SELECTION BUTTONS

Direct pattern selection and number buttons

Direct pattern selection
and number buttons

Direct

Direct pattern selection

Press the buttons to select the utility patterns
shown beside the number button when the mode
button is set at the Direct mode.

Number buttons

Press the number buttons for selecting the
pattern needed.

Except the Direct pattern mode, the other mode
can be selected by pressing the desired numbers.

For example: pattern 32

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Sewing corners

5

1

22

3

4

Reverse

USEFUL SKILLS

1. Stop the sewing machine
when you reach a corner.

2. Lower the needle into the
fabric manually or by pressing
the needle up/ down button
once.

3. Raise the presser foot.

4. Use the needle as a pivot
and turn the fabric.

5. Lower the presser foot and
resume sewing.

Reverse stitching is used to
secure the threads at the
beginning and at the end of a
seam.

Press the reverse button and
sew 4-5 stitches.

The machine will sew forward
when the button is released.

Free arm

Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs.

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Cardboard or

thick fabric

USEFUL SKILLS

Sewing on the heavy fabric

The black button on the right
side of the presser foot will lock
the presser foot in a horizontal
position if you push it in before
lowering the presser foot. This
ensures even feeding at the
beginning of a seam and helps
when sewing multiple layers of
fabric such as sewing over
seams when hemming jeans.

When you reach the point of an
increased thickness, lower the
needle and raise the presser
foot. Press the toe of the foot
and push in the black button,
then lower the foot and continue
sewing.

The black button releases
automatically after sewing few
stitches.

You also can place another
piece of fabric with the same
thickness at the back of the
seam. Or support the presser
foot while feeding by hand and
sewing toward the folded side.

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STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION

T

Changing the needle position

These setting apply only to pattern 01-05. The pre-set
position is "3.5", center position. When you press the "-"
stitch width adjustment button, the needle position will
move to the left. When you press the "+" stitch width
adjustment button, the needle position will move to the
right. On the LCD screen, the point illustration and the
number indicate the needle position.

Changing the stitch length

To shorten the stitch length, press the "-" stitch length
adjustment button. For a longer stitch length, press the
"+" stitch length adjustment button.

Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and
needle, the longer the stitch should be.

ZIGZAG STITCHES

T

A

Adjusting the stitch width

The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is
"7.0"; however, the width can be reduced on any
patterns. The width increases as you press the "+"
stitch width adjustment button from "0.0-7.0".

Adjusting the stitch length

The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setting
of stitch length approaches "0.3".

Neat zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "1.0-2.5".
Closed up zigzag stitches (close together) are referred

to as a satin stitch.

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Straight stretch stitch

Straight stitch

STRETCH STITCH

T

A

It assures you of a stitch that is strong and
flexible and will give with the fabric without
breaking. Good for easy to ravel and knit
fabrics. It is good for joining durable fabric
such as denims.

These stitches can also be used as a
decorative top stitch.

Straight stretch stitch is used to add triple
reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing
seams.

Triple zigzag stretch stitch is suitable for
firm fabrics like denim, poplin, duck, etc.

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OVERCASTING STITCHES

Using the overcasting foot

E

1. Change the presser foot to the overcasting foot (E).

2. Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of the overcasting foot.

Attention: The overcasting foot should be used to sew with patterns 06 and 09 only and
do not set the stitch width narrower than "5.0". It is possible that needle could hit the
presser foot and break when sewing other patterns and width.

2.0~3.0

5.0~7.0

Using the all purpose foot

T

1. Change the presser foot to the all purpose foot (T) .

2. Sewing the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge of
the fabric on the right side.

2.0~3.0

2.5~4.5

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a

b

3

5

2

4

BLIND HEM/ LINGERIE STITCH

11: Blind hem/lingerie for firm fabrics
12: Blind hem for stretch fabrics

F

1.0~2.0

2.5~4.0

1

Reverse

side

5mm 5mm

Overcasting

stitches

Reverse

side

Please Note: It takes practice to sew
blind hems. Always make a sewing test
first.

1. Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong
side uppermost.

2. Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the
handwheel forwards by hand until the
needle swings fully to the left. It should
just pierce the fold of the fabric. If it does
not, adjust the stitch width accordingly.

3. Adjust the guide (b) by turning the knob (a)
so that the guide just rests against the fold.

4. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully
along the edge of the guide.

5. Turn over the fabric.

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2.0~4.5

4

2

5

a

b

b

aa

a

3

BUTTON SEWING

Change the presser foot to the button sewing
foot.

1. Move the drop feed control to " " to
lower the feed dogs.

2. Position the work under the foot. Place
the button in the desired position, lower
the foot.

3. Select zig zag pattern. Adjust the stitch
width to "2.0-4.5" according to the distance
between the two holes of the button.

4. Turn the handwheel to check that the
needle goes cleanly into the left and right
holes of the button.

5. Before sewing, press the Auto-lock button
to sew reinforcement stitches automatically
at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

If a shank is required, place a darning
needle on top of the button and sew.

6. For buttons with 4 holes, sew through the
front two holes first, push work forward
and then sew through the back two holes.

6

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1

2

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

17: For thin or medium fabric

D

0.3~1.0

0.3~1.0

0.3~1.0

1.0~2.0

1.0~3.0

Please Note: Before sewing a buttonhole on your project, practice on a scrap piece of the
same type of fabric.

2.5~7.0

18: For horizontal holes on blouses or

shirts made from thin or medium

2.5~5.5

fabric

19: For suits or overcoats

5.5~7.0

20: For jeans or stretch fabric with a

coarse weave

3.0~7.0

21:For stretch fabric

3.0~7.0

1. Mark the positions of the buttonhole on
the fabric.

The maximum buttonhole length is 3cm (1
3/16 inch). (Total of diameter + thickness
of button.)

2. Attach the buttonhole foot, then pull out the
button holder plate and insert the button.

The size of the buttonhole is determined
by the button inserted in the button plate.

The thread should be passed through the
hole in the presser foot, then be placed
under the foot.

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3

P

U

S

H

P

U

S

H

4

P

US

H

5

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

3. Select the buttonhole stitch. Adjust the
stitch width and the stitch length to the
desired width and density.

Starting

point

4. Position the fabric under the presser foot
so that the centerline's mark is aligning
with the center of the buttonhole foot.

Lower the buttonhole lever.

Patterns

Please Note: When you select any
buttonhole pattern, LCD screen will be
demonstrated the figure " ", it is to
remind you to lower the buttonhole lever.

5. While lightly holding the end of upper thread
and start sewing.

Please Note: Gently feed the fabric by
hand. Before stopping, the machine
will automatically sew a reinforcement
stitch after the buttonhole is sewn.

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7

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

8

6

6. Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the
presser foot to the back, as shown.

7. Raise the presser foot and cut thread. To
sew over same buttonhole, raise the
presser foot (will return to original position).

After sewing the buttonhole stitch, raise the
buttonhole lever until it stops.

8. Cut the center of the buttonhole being
careful not to cut any stitches on either
side. Use a pin as a stopper at the bar
tack so you do not cut too much.

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2

1

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics

When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, hook heavy thread or cord under the button­hole foot.

1. Attach the buttonhole foot and hook the
gimp thread onto the back of the presser
foot. Bring the two gimp thread ends to
the front of the foot and insert them into
the grooves, then temporarily tie them
there. Lower the presser foot and start
sewing.

Set the stitch width to match the diameter
of the gimp thread.

2. Once sewing is completed, pull the gimp
thread gently to remove any slack, then
trim off any excess.

Please Note: It is suggested that you use interfacing on the backside of the fabric.

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EYELET STITCH

22: Select for sewing eyelets on belts , etc

A

Patterns

5.0 6.0 7.0

1

A B C

2

1. Select pattern 22 to get the eyelet stitch.
Attach satin stitch foot (A).

2. Press the "-" or "+" stitch width adjustment
to button select the eyelet size.

Size of eyelet.
A. Large: 7.0mm (1/4 inch).
B. Medium: 6.0mm (15/64 inch).
C. Small: 5.0mm (3/16 inch).

Lower the needle into the fabric at the
beginning of the stitching, and then lower
the presser foot lever.

Once sewing is completed, the machine
automatically sews reinforcement stitches,
then stops.

3. Make a hole at the center using an eyelet
punch.

* Eyelet punch is not included with the

machine.

Please Note: If thin thread is used, the
stitching may be coarse. If this occurs,
sew the eyelet twice one on top of the
other.

3

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Start

a

b

Stop

4

NOTE

Make no
gap here

DARNING STITCH

23

D

1.0~2.0

3.5~7.0

1. Select pattern 23 to get the darning stitch.
Chang the presser foot to the buttonhole
foot.

Patterns

1

2. Baste the upper fabric and the under
fabric together. Select the needle position.
Lower the presser foot over the center of
the tear.

2

3. Pull the button holder to rear.
Set the button guide plate on buttonhole

foot to the desired length.

3

4. The size of one darn cycle is variable.
However, the maximum stitch length is

2.6cm (1 inch) and the maximum stitch
width is 7mm (9/32 inch).

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a. The length of sewing.
b. The width of sewing.

6

P

U

S

H

2mm

DARNING STITCH

5. Position the fabric so that the needle is

2mm (1/16 inch) in front of the area to be
darned, and then lower the presser foot
lever.

Please Note:

When lowering the
presser foot, do not push in the front
of the presser foot, otherwise the
darning will not be sewn with the
correct size.

5

6. Pass the upper thread down through the
hole in the presser foot. Pull down the
buttonhole lever. The buttonhole lever is
positioned behind the bracket on the
buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the
upper thread in your left hand, and then
start sewing.

Please Note: When you select any
buttonhole pattern or darning pattern,
LCD screen will be demonstrated the
figure " ", it is to remind you to lower
the buttonhole lever.

7. Darning stitches are sewn from the front

of the presser foot to the back, as shown.

7

8. If the sewing range is too big to sew, then

we suggest you can sew several times (or
cross sew) to get better sewing result.

8

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4

2

6

5

ZIPPER INSERTION

2 inch

I

Inserting a centered zipper

1.5~3.0

3.5

Attention: Zipper foot should be used
for sewing width center needle position
straight stitch only. It is possible that
needle could hit the presser foot and
break when sewing other patterns.

1. Baste the zipper opening on the garment.

2. Press open the seam allowance. Place

the zipper face down on the seam
allowance with the teeth against the seam
line. Baste the zipper tape.

3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right

side of the presser foot pin to the holder
when sewing the left side of the zipper.

4. Attach the left side of the presser foot pin

to the presser foot holder when sewing
the right side of the zipper.

5. Stitch left side of the zipper from top to

bottom.

6. Stitch across the lower end and right side

of zipper. Remove the basting and press.

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Inserting a side zipper

2 inch

2

5

6

4

3

ZIPPER INSERTION

1. Baste the zipper opening on the garment.

2. Fold back to the left seam allowance.

Turn under the right seam allowance to
form 3mm (1/8 inch) fold.

3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right

side of the presser foot pin to the holder
when sewing the left side of the zipper.
Attach the left side of the presser foot pin
to the presser foot holder when sewing
the right side of the zipper.

4. Stitch the left side of zipper from bottom

to top.

5. Turn the fabric right side out, stitch across

the lower end and right side of zipper.

6. Stop about 5cm (2 inches) from the top of

zipper. Remove the basting and open the
zipper. Stitch the remainder of the seam.

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2

3

NARROW HEMMING

K

1.5~3.0

3.5

* The Hemmer foot accessory is optional. It i s

not included with this machine.

1. Fold edge of fabric over about 3mm (1/8

inch), then fold it over again 3mm (1/8
inch) for about 5cm (2 inches) along the
edge of the fabric.

1

2. Insert the needle into the fold by rotating

the handwheel toward you, and lower the
presser foot. Sew several stitches and
raise the presser foot.

Insert the fabric fold into the spiral
opening of hemmer foot. Move fabric back
and forth until the fold forms a scroll
shape.

3. Lower the presser foot and start sewing

slowly guiding the raw edge of the fabric
in front of the hemmer foot evenly into the
scroll of the foot.

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CORDING

Sew over one strand of cording to create a pretty swirled design on a jacket or vest or sew over
three strands of cording for border trims. Pearl cotton, knitting yarn, embroidery floss, lace thread,
fine wool or lily yarn can be used for cording.

* The Cording foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine.

Single cording

M

Mark the design on the fabric. Insert the cord
in the center groove of the cording foot from
the right side opening. Pull the cord about
5cm (2 inches) behind the foot.

The grooves under the foot will hold the
length of the cord in place while the stitches
are being form over the cord.

Triple cording

Select the stitch and adjust the stitch width
so that the stitches are just covering the cord.
Lower the foot and sew slowly, guiding the
cord over the design.

M

Push the sewing thread to the left and insert
three cords into the grooves of the foot and
pull about 5cm (2 inches) of the cords
behind the foot.

Select the desired pattern and adjust the
stitch width so that the stitches are just
covering the cords. Lower the foot and sew
slowly guiding the cords.

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06 2826

25 29

24

SATIN STITCH SEWING

30 32

27

31 33

24 25 26 27 28

A

0.5~2.0

3.5~7.0

Use the satin stitch foot for satin stitching and
sewing decorative stitches. This foot has a full
indentation on the underside to allowed easy
sewing over the thickness of the stitches form
by closely spaced zigzag stitches, and even
feeding of the fabric.

To tailor the satin or decorative stitch pattern,
you may adjust the length and width of the
pattern by pressing the stitch length and width
adjustment buttons. Experiment with fabric
scraps until you get the desired length and
width.

Please Note: When sewing very thin
fabrics, it is suggested that you use
interfacing on the backside of the fabric.

30 31 32 3329

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QUILTING

2

1

P

1.0~3.0

Insert the e in the presser

3.5

dge/quilting guide

foot holder as illustrated and set the space
as you desire.

* The Quilting foot accessory is optional. It is

not included with this machine.

Sew the first row and move over the fabric to
sew successive rows with the e

riding along the previous row of stitching.

guide

dge/quilting

SCALLOP STITCH

Scallop edging

49

T

26

A

1. Stitch along the edge of the fabric, marking

sure not to sew directly on the edge of the
fabric.

* For better results, apply spray starch onto

the fabric and press with a hot iron before
it is sewn.

2. Trim along the stitches.

* Be careful not to cut the stitches.

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GATHERING

4.5

3.5

Gathered fabric

Remove the presser foot holder and attach
the gathering foot, lowering the tension
setting to below 2.

Place fabric to be gathered under presser
foot to the right of the presser foot.

Sew a row of stitching, keeping the raw edge
of fabric aligned with the right edge of foot.

The stitches automatically cause the fabric
to gather. Suitable for light to medium weight
fabrics.

To gather and attach gathered fabric in
one step

Look closely at the gathering foot to see a
slot on the bottom.

When using the slot, you can gather the
bottom layer of the fabric while attaching it to
a flat top layer, such as the waistband on a
dress bodice.

- Remove the presser foot holder and attach

gathering foot.

- Place the fabric to be gathered with right

side up under the foot.

- Place top layer of the fabric right side

down in the slot.

- Guide the two layers as illustrated.

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Note: When testing machine for
adjustments to achieve desired fullness,
work with 10" increments of the fabric,
trims or elastic. This makes it easier to
determine the adjustments and how
much change is needed for your
project. Always test on your project
fabric and on the same grainline as will
be used in your finished project.

Note: Sew slow to medium speed for
better fabric control.

4

2

3

SMOCKING

A

1. Use the all purpose foot to sew straight

lines 1cm (3/8 inch) apart, across the area
to be smocked.

1

2. Knot the threads along one edge.

Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at the
other end.

3. Reduce the tension, if necessary and sew

decorative pattern stitches between the
straight seams.

4. Pull out the gathering stitches.

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FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING

a

b

b

aa

a

a

b

c

3.5~5.0

* The Darning/ Embroidery foot accessory is

optional. It is not included with this machine.

Move the drop feed control to " " to lower
the feed dogs.

Remove the presser foot holder, and attach
the darning foot to the presser foot holder bar.

The lever (a) should be behind the needle
clamp screw (b). Press the darning foot on
firmly from behind with your index finger and
tighten the screw (c).

Darning

Please Note: Free motion darning is accomplished without the sewing machine internal feed
system. Movement of the fabric is controlled by the operator. It is necessary to coordinate
sewing speed and movement of fabric.

First sew around the edges of the hole (to
secure the threads). Working from left to
right, sew over the hole in a constant and
continuous movement.

Turn the work by 1/4 and sew over the first
stitching moving the work slower over the
hole to separate the threads and not form
big gaps between the threads.

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FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING

Embroidery

Select zigzag stitch pattern and adjust the
stitch width as desired.

Stitch along the outline of the design by
moving the embroidery hoop. Make sure to
maintain a constant speed.

Fill in the design working from the outline
towards the inside. Keep the stitches close
together.

You will get longer stitches by moving the
hoop faster and shorter stitches by moving
the hoop more slowly.

Secure with a reinforcement stitches at the
end by press Auto-lock button.

Monogramming

Select the zigzag stitch pattern and adjust
the stitch width as desired. Sew at a constant
speed, moving the hoop slowly along the
lettering.

When the letter is finished. Secure with a
reinforcement stitches at the end by press
Auto-lock button.

* Embroider hoop is not included with the

machine.

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3

Thin paper
Basting

1

2

FAGOTING

39

T

A

1. Separate the folded edges of the fabric

pieces with a gap of 4mm (1/8 inch) and
baste them onto a piece of thin paper or
water-soluble stabilizer sheet.

2. Align the center of the presser foot with

the center of the two pieces of fabric and
begin sewing.

3. After sewing, remove the paper.

PATCHWORK STITCHING

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T

A

1. Place the two pieces of fabric with the right

side together and sew with the straight stitch.

2. Open the seam allowances and presses it

flat.

1

2

3. Place the center of the presser foot on the

seam line of the joined pieces of fabric and
sew over the seam.

3

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MIRROR

Please Note:

- Pattern 17-23 cannot be mirror imaged.

- Mirror imaged patterns can also be combined with other patterns.

1. Select the pattern.

1

2. Pressing the mirror button.
LCD will display the mirror function and the

machine will sew the reflected pattern until you
press the mirror button again.

Patterns

2

A. Normal pattern sewing.

A B

B. Mirror pattern sewing.

3

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TWIN NEEDLE (Optional)

T

Attention: When using twin needles, use the all purpose foot regardless of what kind of

sewing foot will be carried out. Use only twin needle assemblies with max. 2mm needle
distance.

1

2.0~5.0

1. Insert the twin needle.
* The twin needle is optional. It is not include

with the accessories.

2. Follow the instructions for single-needle
threading using the horizontal spool pin.
Thread through the left needle.

Set the second spool pin (included with the
accessories) into the hole on the top of the
machine. Thread through remaining points,
making certain to omit the thread guide
above the needle and pass thread through
the right needle.

3. Thread each needle separately.

Please Note: Make sure that the two

2

3

4

5

threads used to thread the twin needle
are of the same weight. You can use
one or two colors.

4. Before sewing adjust the stitch width, Turn
the handwheel to check the needle clearance,
so that needle does not hit the needle plate.

When sewing with twin needle, always
proceed slowly, and make sure to maintain
a low speed to insure quality stitching.

5. Select a stitch pattern and start to sewing.
Utility and decorative patterns 01-16, 24-60

can be used.
Sewing result will be a pattern with two

parallel stitch lines.

Please Note: When sewing with twin
needle, always proceed slowly, and
make sure to maintain a low speed to
insure quality stitching.

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WALKING FOOT (Optional)

* The walking foot accessory is optional. It is n ot

included with this machine.

Always try to sew first without the walking
foot accessory which should be used only
when necessary.

It is easier to guide the fabric and you have a
better view of the seam when using the standard,

1

regular foot on your machine.
Your sewing machine offers excellent stitch quality

on a wide range of fabrics from delicate chiffons
to multiple layers of denim.

The Walking Foot accessory equalizes the
feeding of the upper and lower layers of fabric
and improves the matching of plaids, stripes
and patterns. It also helps to prevent uneven
feeding of very difficult fabrics.

2

a

b

c

3

4

1. Lift the presser foot lifter to raise the presser
foot bar.

2. Remove the presser foot holder by unscrewing
(counterclockwise) the presser bar attaching
screw.

3. Attach the Walking Foot to the machine as
follows:

- The arm (a) should fit into above the needle

screw and clamp (b).

- Slide the plastic attaching head (c) from

your left to right so that it is fitted into the
presser foot bar.

- Lower the presser foot bar.

- Replace and tighten (clockwise) the presser

bar attaching screw.

- Make sure both the needle screw and the

presser bar attaching screw are tightly
secured.

4. Draw the bobbin thread up and place both the
bobbin thread and the needle thread behind
the walking foot attachment.

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MEMORY

Combined patterns can be stored for later use. Since stored patterns are not lost after the
sewing machine is turned off, they can be recalled at any time.
This is convenient for patterns, such as names, that will be used often.

Please Note:

The machine has a program memory that can retain 30 units of stitches.

-

- Multiple patterns selecting from pattern mode " " can be combined and sewn together.

The Direct mode patterns and pattern 17-23 can not be memorized.

-

- All the units in the memory can be edited to set its function such as Stitch length, Stitch width,
Mirror and Auto-lock.

Combining patterns

1. When you turn the machine "ON", the LCD screen
displays " ".

Direct

1

2. Press the " " button to enter the memory mode,
and store the combinations of character or decorative
stitches.

Patterns

MEM

2

3. Press the " " button to select any desired pattern

press

Patterns

MEM

group among " " on the LCD screen. Then
the desired pattern number (E.g.13). (

You can change
the stitch length, width, or choose the Auto-stop, mirror
function if desired.)

Repeat step 3 for more patterns to be stored in the
memory.

Please Note: When the memory the full with 30
units of patterns, the machine will beep to signal it.

3

4. Use the arrow " " or " " button to check what
you have programmed.

Patterns

MEM

4

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MEMORY

5. Press the " " button to leave the memory mode
and return to the Direct mode.

Direct

5

Attention: The selected pattern will be cleared from the memory module after closing the
machine if you do not press the " " button again when you have completed your
selection.

Adding patterns

While in the memory mode, press the " " button or
the " " button until the stitch number you have
selected is displayed, then add the new stitch or
change the stitch length, width, Auto-stop or mirror, if
desire.

Clearing patterns

If you wish to delete a certain stitch within in the memory
mode, use the " " button or " " button until the
actual stitch number is displayed.

Press the " " button to delete the selected pattern
and the next pattern in the back will move forward.

Recalling and sewing the memorized pattern

1. Press the " " button to enter the memory mode.
The machine will be positioned at the first programmed

stitch.

1

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2. Press foot controller. The machine will start to sew
from first entered pattern.

On the LCD screen, sewing stitch data is indicated.

Patterns

2

Please Note: If you wish to repeat your stitch combination without having the machine
stop press the Auto-lock " " button to cancel the Auto-Stop in the memory mode.
The " " will disappear from the LCD screen.

MEM

3. If you wish to check what is programmed or if you
wish to start sewing a few stitches in the memory
mode, use the " " button or " " button.

You can use the Auto-lock " " function when the
sewing machine is stopped.

4. Press the " " button to leave the memory mode
and return to the Direct mode.

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WARNING FUNCTIONS

Instruction icon display

Lowering the buttonhole lever

When you select any buttonhole pattern or darning
pattern, LCD screen will show the icon " ". It is
to remind you to lower the buttonhole lever.

Bobbin winding

When the bobbin winder spindle is activated for
bobbin winding (in the rightmost position) this icon
appears on the LCD screen as a reminder.

Warning beeping sound

- When operating correctly: 1 beep

- When the memory is full 30 units of pattern: 2-short beeps

- When operating incorrectly: 3-short beeps

- When the sewing machine is in trouble and can't sew: 8 seconds short beeps

It means that the thread is twisted or jammed and the hand wheel axle can't move. Please look
through the "Trouble shooting guide" on page 63/64 to find the solution. After the problem has
been solved, the machine will continue to sew.

Return bobbin winder spindle to left

If you press any button on the machine when the
bobbin is full or the bobbin winder is in the right
position, then the machine will beep 3 times as a
warning. Return the bobbin winder spindle to the
left position.

Please Note: If the problem is still not solved, please contact your local dealer.

Attention: During the sewing, if the thread get jammed inside the hook stopping the needle

from moving and you continue pressing the foot control, the security switch will stop the
machine completely. In order to restart the sewing machine, you will have to turn the on/off
switch to the OFF position and then ON again.

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b

c

a

2

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB

Attention: Turn the power switch off and wait until the lamp has cooled down before

touching it.

Remove plug (a),

1. loosen the screw (b) on
the left side of the sewing head and remove
the face plate (c).

1

2. If the machine is equipped with a 5W lamp,
replace the bulb as follows:

Pull light bulb downward to remove.
Replace the bulb with same type rated 5W.
Replace the face plate and tighten the screw.

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MAINTENANCE

Attention: Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen

and sewing machine surface, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.

Cleaning the screen

If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a
soft, dry cloth.

Do not use any organic solvents or detergents.

Cleaning the sewing machine surface

If the surface of the sewing machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in mild detergent, squeeze it out
firmly and then wipe the surface. After cleaning it once in this way, wipe the surface again with a
dry cloth.

Cleaning the hook

If lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook, this will interfere with the smooth operation of the
machine. Check regularly and clean the stitching mechanism when necessary.

Attention: Disconnect the machine from the wall outlet before carrying out any maintenance.

1. Remove the bobbin cover plate and bobbin.

1

2. Clean the bobbin holder with a brush.

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3. Remove the needle, presser foot and
presser foot holder.

Remove the bobbin cover plate and bobbin.
Remove the screw holding the needle

plate and remove the needle plate.

3

4. Lift up the bobbin case and remove it.

4

5. Clean the hook race, feed dog and bobbin
case with a brush. Also clean them, using
a soft, dry cloth.

5

6. Replace the bobbin case into the hook race
so that the tip (a) fits to the stopper (b) as
shown.

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Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place
of purchase or your nearest authorized dealer.

Problem

Upper
thread

breaks

Lower thread

breaks

Skipped

stitches

Needle

breaks

Loose

stitches

Seam

gather or

pucker

Cause

1.The machine is not threaded correctly.

2.The thread tension is too tight.

3.The thread is too thick for the needle.

4.The needle is not inserted correctly.

5.The thread is wound around the spool
holder pin.

6.The needle is damaged.

1.The bobbin case is not inserted correctly.

2.The bobbin case is threaded wrong.

3.The lower thread tension is too tight

1.The needle is not inserted correctly.

2.The needle is damaged.

3.The wrong size needle has been used.

4.The foot is not attached correctly.

5.The machine is not threaded correctly.

6.The presser foot pressure is not strong

enough.

1.The needle is damaged.

2.The needle is not correctly inserted.

3.Wrong needle size for the fabric.

4.The wrong foot is attached.

5.The needle clamp screw is loose.

6.The presser foot that is used is not
appropriate for the type of stitch that
you wish to sew.

7.The upper thread tension is too tight.

1.The machine is not correctly threaded.

2.The bobbin case is not correctly threaded.

3.Needle/ fabric/ thread combination is
wrong.

4.Thread tension is wrong.

1.The needle is too thick for the fabric.

2.The stitch length is adjusted wrong.

3.The thread tension is too tight.

Correction

1.Rethread the machine.

2.Reduce the thread tension (lower number).

3.Select a larger needle.

4.Remove and reinsert the needle (flat side
towards the back).

5.Remove the reel and wind thread onto
reel.

6.Replace the needle.

1. Remove and reinsert the bobbin case
and pull on the thread. The thread should
pull easily.

2.Check both bobbin and bobbin case.

3. Loosen lower thread tension as described.

1. Remove and reinsert needle(flat side
towards the back).

2.Insert a new needle.

3.Choose a needle to suit the thread.

4.Check and attach correctly.

5.Rethread the machine.

6.Adjusting the presser foot pressure.

1.Insert a new needle.

2. Insert the needle correctly (flat side
towards the back).

3.Choose a needle to suit the thread and
fabric.

4.Select the correct foot.

5. Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten the
screw.

6. Attach the presser foot that is appro­priate for the type of stitch that you wish
to sew.

7.Loosen the upper thread tension.

1.Check the threading.

2.Thread the bobbin case as illustrated.

3.The needle size must suit the fabric and

thread.

4.Correct the thread tension.

1.Select a finer needle.

2.Readjust the stitch length.

3.Loosen the thread tension.

Reference

Page 15

Page 18

Page 10

Page 9

Page 15

Page 9

Page 14

Page 14

Page 18

Page 9

Page 9

Page 10

Page 65

Page 15

Page 8

Page 9

Page 9

Page 10

Page 65

Page 9

Page 65

Page 18

Page 15

Page 14

Page 10

Page 18

Page 10

Page 25

Page 18

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Problem

Seam

puckering

Patterns are

distorted

The

machine

jams

The

machine is

noisy

Uneven

stitches,

uneven

feed

The sewing

machine

doesn't
operate

Cause

1.The needle thread tension is too tight.

2.The needle thread is not threaded
correctly.

3.The needle is too heavy for the fabric
being sewn.

4.The stitch length is too long for the
fabric.

5.The presser foot pressure is not
correctly adjusted.

1.The correct presser foot is not used.

2.The needle thread tension is too tight.

1.Thread is caught in the hook.

2.The feed dogs are packed with lint.

1.Poor quality oil has been used.

2.The needle is damaged.

3.Slight humming sound coming from
internal motor.

4.Thread is caught in the hook.

5.The feed dogs are packed with lint.

1.Poor quality thread.

2.The bobbin case is threaded wrong.

3.Fabric has been pulled.

1.The machine is not turned on.

2.The presser foot lever is raised.

3.The machine is not plugged in.

Correction

1.Lossen the thread tension.

2.Rethread the machine.

3.Choose a needle to suit the thread and
fabric.

4.Make stitch dense.

5.Adjusting the presser foot pressure.

1.Select the correct foot.

2.Loosen the thread tension .

Remove the upper thread and bobbin case,
turn the handwheel backwards and forwards
by hand and remove the thread remnants.

1.Only use good quality sewing machine oil.

2.Replace the needle.

3.Normal.

Remove the upper thread and bobbin case,
turn the handwheel backwards and forwards
by hand and remove the thread remnants.

1.Select a better quality thread.

2.Remove the bobbin case, the thread and
reinsert correctly.

3.Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, let
it be taken up by the machine.

1.Turn on the machine.

2.Lower the presser foot lever.

3.Connect the power line plug to the electric
outlet.

Reference

Page 18

Page 15

Page 10

Page 25

Page 8

Page 65

Page 18

Page 61

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Page 9

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Page 61

Page 10

Page 14

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Page 7

Page 20

Page 7

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QUICK ADJUSTMENT REFERENCE CHART

Stitch Pattern

Utility

stitches

Buttonhole

stitches

Satin

stitches

Cross

stitches

Decorative

stitches

Width (mm) Length (mm)

Auto Manual Auto Manual

01 3.5 0.0~7.0 2.5 0.0~4.5 T

02 0.0 0.0~7.0 2.5 0.0~4.5 T

03 3.5 0.0~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 T

04 3.5 1.0~6.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 T

05 3.5 0.0~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

06 5.0 0.0~7.0 2.0 0.3~4.5 T

07 5.0 2.0~7.0 1.0 0.3~4.5 T

08 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 T

09 5.0 3.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 E

10 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 T

11 3.5 2.5~7.0 2.0 0.5~4.5 F

12 3.5 2.5~7.0 1.0 0.5~4.5 F

13 3.5 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

14 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 T

15 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 A

16 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 A

17 5.0 2.5~7.0 0.5 0.3~1.0 D

18 5.0 2.5~5.5. 0.5 0.3~1.0 D

19 7.0 5.5~7.0 0.5 0.3~1.0 D

20 6.0 3.0~7.0 1.0 1.0~2.0 D

21 6.0 3.0~7.0 1.5 1.0~3.0 D

22 7. 0 7.0,6.0,5.0 - - D

23 7.0 3.5~7.0 2.0 1.0~2.0 D

24 7.0 5.5~7.0 2.0 0.3~1.0 A

25 7.0 2.5~7.0 0.5 0.3~1.0 A

26 7.0 2.5~7.0 1.0 1.0~2.0 A

27 7.0 2.5~7.0 1.5 1.0~3.0 A

28 7.0 2.5~7.0 0.5 0.3~1.0 A

29 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 0.3~1.0 A

30 7.0 2.5~7.0 0.5 0.3~1.0 A

31 7.0 4.0~7.0 0.5 0.5~1.0 A

32 7.0 2.5~7.0 0.5 0.5~1.0 A

33 7.0 4.0~7.0 0.5 0.5~1.0 A

34 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.0~3.0 A

35 6.0 5.0~7.0 1.0 1.0~3.0 A

36 6.0 3.0~7.0 1.0 1.0~3.0 A

37 6.0 3.0~7.0 1.0 1.0~3.0 A

38 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

39 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

40 7.0 3.0~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

Presser

Foot

Reverse

Auto-lock

Functions

Mirror/Presser foot

: Adjustments can be made.

Twin needle

/T

/T

/T

Memory

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Stitch Pattern

Decorative

stitches

Width (mm) Length (mm)

Auto Manual Auto Manual

41 7.0 3.0~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

42 5.0 3.0~7.0. 2.5 1.5~4.5 A

43 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

44 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

45 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

46 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

47 7.0 2.5~7.0 1.5 1.0~3.0 A

48 6.0 3.5~7.0 1.5 1.5~3.0 T

49 7.0 2.5~7.0 1.0 1.0~4.5 T

50 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 2.0~3.0 A

51 5.0 4.5~7.0 1.0 1.0~3.0 A

52 5.0 3.5~7.0 1.0 1.0~3.0 A

53 7.0 2.5~7.0 3.0 1.5~3.0 A

54 7.0 3.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 T

55 7.0 3.5~7.0 2.0 1.5~3.0 T

56 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 1.5~3.0 A

57 7.0 2.5~7.0 2.5 1.5~3.0 A

58 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

59 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

60 5.0 2.5~7.0 2.0 1.0~3.0 T

Presser

Foot

Reverse

Auto-lock

Functions

Mirror/Presser foot

/A

/A

/T

: Adjustments can be made.

Twin needle

Memory

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