Bernina 740E User Manual

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Instruction Manual
Livret d’instructioo
Handlet

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Congratulations on th« purchase of your new
sewing machine!

Nous vous félicitons d'avoir acquis votre nouvelle
machine à coudre*

HarteUjk gefelicieerd mei de aankoop van uw
nieuwe naaimachine!

You have bought a quality product which was
manufacturedwiihcareartdatiention Yoursewmg
machine is easy to use but this instruction book has
been written to hefp you get the most out of your
machine. We suggest you read it before starting to
sew.

You will no ckxibt have questions now and then for
which you cannot find an answer m this book Your
dealer is always on hand to help with advice and

tips.

We wish you many hours of sewing pleasure.

Vousavez, en effet, opté pour un produit de qualité
qui a été fabnqué avec le plus grand soin. Votre
machine à coudre est facile à utiliser, mais il faut,
naturellement suivre les règles du jeu. Nous les
avons rassemblées pour vous dans ce livret
d'instructions. Si vous tes respectez, vous réussi
rez. dès le commencement ce que vous entrepre
nez.

Sûrement, en tant que créatrice de mode pour la
famille, vous aurez, de temps à autre, des ques
tions auxquelles nous n'avons pas répondu
entièrement dans ce livret. Alors, il vous suffit de
demander à votre agent. Il sera toujours là pour

vous.

Maintenant, nous vous souhaitons bien du plaisir
durant vos loisirs pour l'habillement. Avec votre
machir>e. donnez libre cours à votre imagination.

U heeft een kwaiiteitsprodukt gekocht dat mei veel '
zorgvuidigheid werd vervaardigd. Uw naaimachi
ne is eenvoudig te bedienen en deze handleidmg
heipt u om alle mogelijkheden van uw machine te
ontdekken. Lees deze aandachtig door voordat u
met het naaien begint.

Af en toe zuit u wei eens een vraag hebben die dit
boek met kan beantwoorden. Uw Bernette vak­handeiaar is dan altijd graag bereid om u advies en
hps te geven.

Wij wensen u veel plezier bij het naaien.

01992 Fnte Gegairf Ltd.
Bemina Sewing Machines
CH-8266 Steckborn (Switzerland)

e I9d2 Fritz Gegaut SA
Fabrique de rnachines à coudre Bernina

CH-6266 Steckborn (Suisse)

91992 Fritz Gegaut AG
Bernmâ Naaimachinelabriek
CH-8266 Steckbom (Zwitserland)

We reserve (he right to make technical changes in
the interest of progress

Sous réserve des modifications apportées dans
hmérèt du progrès technique.

Veranderir)gen in het belang van de technische
vooruitgang voorbehouden.

List of contents

Accessones
Aulomatic needte stop

(Model 740E onty)

Automatic needle throader

(Model 74oe ontyi

Bsnd hen%'1>ngene sMch
SoObin • msertng
Bobbin • tension

Bobbin • winding............................

Bnnging up die lowo'

thread...........................—

Butb - chanoing
Buttons • sewing on

(Model 740E oniyi

Buttonholes...................................

Colour code green and blue
Colour code red and yeiiow
Cixmeciing the rischine
Corcingtoot

(Model 740E onlyi
Darrwig

Decorative stitches

(Model 740E ootyi......................

Details oi the machine
Feed d^ • lo'wenng

Foot control

Hemmer loot.................................

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Noatening edges

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Needle positions.....................

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NeediO'Thread table

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Overlock stitches

78

.26 Practical stitches.................. .66, 68. 70

Pressor loot - removing

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Prosser foot • attachng ............

Presser foot lifter

18 Reverse sewing .....................

84

Safety regulations
Smocking stitch

76

Speed control..­Stitch selection

48 Stitch table

Straight sUclvzig-zag

88 Tension - upper thread

Tension ' lower thread..............

Threading - upper thread ...

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Three-step zig-zag

Twin needle

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Zips - sewing «

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Inserting the neetse

inserting the seam guxJe...............

LED display ..................................

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When ustng an eiectncai appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including

the following:

Read all instructions before using this sewing
machine.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1 An appliance should never be left unattended

when plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric
outlet immediately after u$ir>g and before cle
aning.

3 Alwaysunplugbeforerelamping Reptacebulb

with same type rated IS Watts.

WARNING

To reduce the nsk of bums. fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons:

1 Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close atten

tion is necessary when this appliance is used
by or near children.

2. Use this appliance only lor its intended use as
described in this manual. Use only attach

ments reoynmended by the manufacturer as

contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this appliance if it has a dama
ged cord of plug, if it is not working properly, if

It has been dropped or damaged, or ckopped

into water. Return the appliance to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for exami

nation. repair, electrical or mechanical adjust
ment.

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 arourxf the sewing
machine needle.

6. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong
plate can cause the needte lo break.

7. Do not use bent needles.

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stltchir>g, It may
detlect the needle causing it to break.

9. Switch the sewing machine off (*0’> when ma
king any adjustmenfs in the needle area, such
as threading needle, changing needle, threa­dir>g bobbin, or changing pressor foot, and the

like.

10. Always unplug sewing machine from the
electrical outlet wen removing covers, lubn­catmg. or when making an other user servicir>g
adjustments mentioned m the instruction ma
nual.

11- Never dtof> or insert any objeci 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 <*0*j
position, then remove plug from outlet

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

16 This appliance 1$ provided with double insula

tion. Use onfy identical replacement parts. See
instructions lor Servidnq of Double-Insulated
Appliances (except USA/Canada)

Servicing of Double-Insulated Products

17. In a double-insulated product, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding.
No grounding means is provided on a double­insulated product, nor should a means for
grounding bo added to the product. Servicing
of a double-insulated (xodud requires extre
me care and knowledge of the system, and
should be done onfy by qualified service per
sonnei. Replacement parts for a double-insu
lated produd must bo indentical to those parts
in the product. A double-insulated product is
marked with the words "double insulation"

or DOUBLE INSULATED".

Consignes de sécurité

Velligheldsvoorschriften

The symbol D may also be marked on the product.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Th(S sewing machine Is intended for household
use only.

Les consignes de sécurité énumérées d-après
doiverjf éfre »mpérai/vemenf respectées:

Dès qu’elle est en mouvement, l'aiguille est source
de danger (risque de blessure pour les doigts). Il
convient dor>c d'obsen/er en permanence
remplacement où s'effectue la couture.

Toute manipulation dans la гопе d’action de
l'aiguille (remplacement de l'aiguille, du pied-de-

biche. de la plaque à aiguille ou mise en route du
dispositif automatique d'enfilage) ne doit
s'effectuer que lorsque la machine est débranchée
(interrupteur princip^ sur 'D'^.

Pour tous les travaux d’entretien (nettoyage et
huilage), ainsi que pour le remplacement de
l'ampoule. ilconv>ent de débrancher la macNne en
retirant la fiche de la prise électnque. Procéder de
rrrème lors d’interruptions ou à la fin d'un travail

Ne jamais intervertir dans la partie électrique de la
machine, notamment pour le remplacement du
raccorderrtent de la pé^e de commande. Ce type

de travail doitétreconliéà un technicien du service
après-vente.

De navoigerxie veiligheidsvoorschnften dienen
aPsotuut in acht te worden genomen:

Oe bewegende naaM is een gevaar voor uw vin­gers. Het naa>oppervlaK dient dar ook steeds in
het oog te worden gehouden.

Alle handeiingen binnen het bereik van de bewe

gende naaki. bijv. het vervangen van de naaid. de

naah/oet. de steekplaat of hei bedienen van de

aulorrratische inrijger, rrtogen alleen uitgevoerd
worden wanneer de machine uitgeschakeld is

(hoofdschakelaar op *0* zetten).

Bij alle onderhoudswerkzaamheden (reinigen en

olidn), alsrrtede bij het verwisselen van het gioei­lampje dient de naaimachirte uitgeschakeld te
worden door middel van de stekker uit het siop­kontakt te trekken. Oe machirte dient eveneerts bij
onderbreking en na be^irrdigirrg van het naaiwerk
uitgeschakeld te worden door de stekker uit het
stopkontakt te venmjdeten.

Alle reparaties aan het elektrische gedeeite van de

machine, in het bijzonder het vervangen van de
aansluiting naar de voetweerstand. mögen alleen
door uw Semette vakharrdelaar worden uitge
voerd.

Details of the machine

■i/oaet$ 740EJ30I
1 LED display 1

2 Stitch selection doi 2
3 Needle position Knob 3
4 Stitch width dial 4
5 Stitch length dial 5
6 Reverse sewing button
7 Speed adiustment knob 6
8 Hinged bobbir> cover 7
9 Bobbin case

10 Drop teed control 8

11 Stitch plate 9

12 Needle damp screw 10

13 Automatic needle threader 11
14 Thread take-up sprir>g 12

1 s Needle stop up 13

16 Needle stop down 14
17 Thread tension control 15
18 Thread take-up lever 16

Carrying handle
^xrol holder pms
Thread guide
Two-step presser foot lifter
Thread cutter on presser tool

holder
Presser toot release
Extension table and open ac

cessory box
Foot control socket

Mam plug socket
Power switch
Light switch
Bobbin winder cover
Bobbin wir>der
Bobbin winder thread cutter
Handwheel
Bobbin thread guide

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Details of the machine

Mowi nS)

1 Carrying handle
2 Stitch selection dial
3 Handwheel

4 Stitch length dial

A

6

5 Reverse sowing button
6 Bobbin winder cover

7 Hinged bobbin cover
8 Bobbin case

9 Drop feed control
to Stitch plate
It Thread cutter on pressor tool

holder
12 Needle damp screw
13 Thread take-up spnng
14 Thread take-up
15 Thread tension control

Accessories

a General purpose foot No- 3
D Embroidery loot No. 4
c OvertocK foot No 8
d Zipper foot No. N
e* Cording foot No- 2
f Darning foot
g Buttonhole foot
h* Hemmer No t
i Btirxl hem toot No. 9
k* Button sewing foot No. 6

We recommend the use of these
specialy designed presser feet for
perfect results.

’ Those 3 presser feet are not
supplied with Models 715 and 730.
They are however available as
special accessories from your local

dealer

1

Large screwdriver
Oiler

2
3

Cleaning brush

4

Seam npper

5

Needles (3x)

6

Bobbins (3x)

7

Seam guide

stitch choice for each model

Stitch

III

Buttonhole
Straight stitch
Tnple straight stitch

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Zig-zag

i Triple zig-zag

3-Step zig-zag

Smocking stitch
Shell hem

Rampart
Double oveilock
Stretch Blindhem

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1 Double arrow

• Blindhemtingehe
Single overtook

1

i Elastic overlook

Stretch overtock

1

Standard overtook

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6ridgir>g

Feather sMch

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Ribbon

) Scallop

1 Double scallop

t Triangle long

Square stitch

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) Cross stitch

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» Diamond sttch

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Connecting the machine to the power source
(MOIW 74061

Conned plug *A" and plug '6' to the
machine and plug 'C into the mams
socket. Turn on power switch *0“. {1)

This appliance has a polarued plug
(one blade wider than ihe other)

To reduce the nsk ol electric shock,
this plug is intended to lit in a polariz
ed outlet only one way.

If the plug does not lit tulty in Ihe outlet,

reverse the plug

If it still does not fit, contact a qualified

electrician to install the proper outlet.

Oo not modify the plug m any way.

Caution; The Foot Controller Model

4C-337B is for using with
Sewing Machine Model
740E.

Foot control

The speed of the machine can bo
regulated by applying pressure to the
fool control. (2)

Speed control

\UC69* J*0(i

The maximum speed of the machirve
can be reduced with the speed con
trol knob "O*. (3)

The speed control function is particu­larty useful for intricate work, e g
sewing corners, matching up pat
terns etc and is ideal lor beginners

> minimum
► ► maximum

Sewing light

740t)

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Press pov/er switch ’A". Press light
switch 'B-. (4)

High power, high frequency

interference can cause variations in
the motor speed of up to 50%.
These will disappear however, as
soon as the interference stops.

Connecting the machine to the power source

Connect plug 'A' to the machine and
plug 'B* to the mams socket. Turn on
power switch *c^ (1)

This appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade wider than the other).

To reduce the risk o< electric shock,
this plug is intended to lit in a polariz
ed outlet only one way.

If the plug does fwt fit fully in the Outlet. Turn on powei switch C

leverse (he plug.

If il still does not fit, cor^aci a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet

Do not modify the plug in any way

Caution- The Foot Controller Model

3C-135B or 4C-3168 IS for
using with Sewing
Machine Model 71$ and

730A

Foot control

The speed of tne machine can be
regulated by applying pressure to
the ^ooi control (2)

Sewing light
iMexJe's 7;5. 730i

16

Changing the bulb

Disconnect the machine trom the
power suppty by removing the plug
from the mains socketl

- Loosen screw X* on the back of
the head cover

- Remove the head cover "D“.

- Unscrew the bulb *E" and fit new
bulb.

Replace the head cover and tigh
ten screw.

Should there bo any problem, ask
your local dealer for advice.

16

Automatic neodio stop

(Moca- 740E only]

When the machine stops, tho needle
stops at its highest position. (1)

Certain types ol sewing tasks are
made easier if the needle is lowered
in the labric. e.g. sewing corners,
starting to sew.

Press button *A" for needle down

- Press button *B’ for needle up

Two-step presser foot lever

When sewir>g several layers or thick
fabrics, the presser loot can be
raised a second stage for easy po$>­tk>r>ing of the work. (2)

Drop feed control

20

For normal sewing, the feed dog
should be in the raised pdsit>on.
Press 'A'. {3f

For certain types of work. e.g. dar
ning or free-hand embroidery, the

feed dog must be lowered. Press "B’.

Attaching the presser foot holder

Raise the presser foot clamp "a". <i)

Attach the presser foot holder V as

illustrated.

Attaching the presser foot

Lower the presser foot holder *a*until
the cut-out V is directly above the
pin -d". (2)
Raise the lever *e’.
Lower №e presser fool holder *a' and

The presser foot T will engage auto

matically.

Removing the presser foot

Raise the presser foot. (3)
Raise the lever *e* and the foot disen
gages.

22

Attaching the seam guide

Attach the seam guide 'g' in the slot

as iHustrated. Adjust according to

need for hems, pleats, etc (4)

Attentfon:

Turn power switch to ’0' when
carrying out any of the above
operations!

Winding the bobbin

Open the bobbin winder cover. (1)

Place empty bobbin on spindle.
Movement of the needte is automati*
cally cut out. (2)

Take the thread from the spool
through the guide to the bobbin. (3/4)

Wind thread a lew times by hand
round the empty bobbin in a clock
wise direction. Press the foot control.
As soon as the bobbin is full, wirxing
will stop and the thread will be cut
automaticalty. Remove the bobbin
and dose the boMxn winder case. (5)

24

Inserting the bobbin

When inserting or removing the bob­b«n. the needle must be fully raised.

Open the hinged cover. (1)

Hold the bobbin case with one hand.
Insert the bobbin so that the thread
rurts in a clockwise direction (arrow).

(2)

Pull the Oiread through the slit and
under the finger. (3)
Hold the boli^n case by the hinged
latch. (4)
Insert it into the shuttle. (5)

Anentfon:

Turn power switch to "X)*.

Bobbin thread tension

Note:

The bobbin thread tension
does not normally have to be
adjusted.

26

To test the bobbin thread tension,
remove the bobbin case and bobbin
and hold it by suspending it by the
thread. Jerk it once or twice. If the
tension is correct, the thread will un­wir>d by about an inch or two. K the
tension is too tight, it does not unwind
at all. If the tension is too loose, it will
drop too much. To ad)ust. turn the
smalt screw on the side of the bobbin
case. (6)

Inserting the needle

(SyiteiTi 13O705H)

I Change the needle regularly.
I especially if it is showing signs of

wear ar>d causing problems.

Insert the needle as illustrated as
follows:

A Loosen the needle damp screw

arxf lighten again after inserting
the new needle. (1)

B The flat side of Ihe shaft should

be towards the back.

C/D Insert Ihe needle as far up as it

will go.

Attontion:

Turn power switch to “O’!

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Needles must be in p»^eci condition.

(2)

Problems can occur with:

A bent needles
B blunt needles
C damaged points

Needle-Thread table

Tableau des aiguilles et fils

Au/e of fhumb.'Tbe thicker the fabric and the thicker

the thread, the higher the count of needle.

Type of fabric

Fine fabric, e.g. Bastiste
silk

Medium-weight fabric.
e.g. cotton

Thick fabric.
corduroy, tweed

Hard, firm fabrics.
e.g. denim

Stretch fabrics.
e.g. iersey. knits

For alt types of fabric

For fine to medium­weight fabrics

For thick fabrics Pintucks

Leather, imitation leather All work Leather needle 80-100

Sewing task

Seams
Topstitching

Seams
Topstkchir>g

Seams
Topstitching

Seams
Topstitching

Seams
Topstitching (ball point)

Damirtg, n>endir>g, Universal needle 70-90
neatening. button­holes, fine embroidery

Pintucks
Decorative seams

Decorative seanis

Needle system 130/705H

Universal needie 70

Universal needle 80

Universal needle 90-110

Jeans needle 90-U0

Stretch needle 80-90

Double needle 70

Double needle 80

Type of thread

Conon №read Etoffes fines coutures

Cotton thread
Synthetic thread

Cotton thread p. ex. velours cdtelé. tweed surpiqûres
polyester thread

Jeans thread.
polyester thread

Polyester thread

Embroidery and boutonnières.
darning thread cotton
thread

Cotton thread

Embroidery thread
Cotton thread
Polyester thread

Polyester thread couture

туре d'étoffe

p. ex. batiste, soie surpiqûres

Etoffes moyennes

p. ex. coton, linge surpiqûres

Etoffes épaisses coutures

Etoffes dures et stables coutures

comme les jeans

Etoffes élastiques

p. ex. jersey, tricot

pour tous types
d'ôtoffes surfUage.

Pour types d'étoffes couture de nervures
fir>es à moyennes

Pour types d'éloftes couture de nervures
épaisses

Cuir, simili-cuir

Travaux de couture

coutures

surpiqûres
coutures

surpiqûres
reprisage, rapiéçage.

broderies fines

coutures décoratives

coutures décoratives

tous travaux de

30

Threading the upper thread

Attention: Turn power switch to
*0*. Raise the r>eedle bar.

- Take the thread through the guide
on the back of the machine from
right to left, then (1)

- between the thread tension disc^
and (2)

- from ri^t to left in the thread take­up spring (3)

- upa^fromrighttoleftthroughthe
thread lake-up lever (4)

- down through the guides (5/6)

and thread the needle, always from

front to back (see next page).

32

Upper thread tension

Basic thread tension setilrtg; 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.

A NormaJ thread tension

B Thread tertsion too loose

C Thread tertsion too tight

34

Automatic needle threader

(Modol 740E only)

- Raise the r>eodlo to its highest

position

- Press lever *A* right down

- Thethreaderauiomaiicallyswir>gs

to the threading position "B*

- TaKethethieadrourtdthehook'C

- Take the thread in tront of the
needle round the hook ~D' from
bottom to top

- Release lever 'A'

- Pull the thread through the needle
eye.

Anenbon:

Turn power switch to “O"!

Bringing up the lower thread

:Mo0tl7«)C оПу)

The lower thread can be brought up
by using the needle stop lurx^ion or
by tapping the foot control-

1 Hold the upper thread in your left

hand

2 Press button “A"

Press button 'B*

3 Pull gently on the upper thread to

bring up the lower thread. Lay both
threads to the back urrder the
presser foot.

The lower thread can also be brought
up by u&ng the handwheel: HoM the
upper thread in the left hand, turn the
handwheel forwards until the needle
israised artd pull on the upper thread.

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Bringing up the lower thread
iMoOwnS. 733)

Hold the upper thread with the left
hand Turn the handwheel forwards

until the rreedie is raised. <1)

Pull on the upper thread to bring the
lower thread up through the stitch
plate hole. Lay both threads to Ihe
back under Ihe presser foot. (2)

Reverse sewing

At the end ol the seam, press the
Reverse sewing button. Saw a few
reverse stitches. Release the button
arid the machine will sew forwards
again. (1)

Removing the work

Turn the handwheel forwards to bring
the thread take-up lever to its highest
position, raise the presser foot and
remove work towards the back (2)

Cutting the thread:
Hold the threads behind the presser
foot with both hands, guide them to
the slit “A* and press down.

42

lìiree needle positions

(Model 7406 omyl

Turn the stitch selection dial to straig
ht stitch. (1)

The needle position can be altered
with the lever *A*. For twrual work,
the needle position is Centre. For
edge stitching or sewing parallel lines
of lop stitching, select needle posi
tion Lett or Right.

B Needle position: C (aH normal

work)

C Needle position; L (edge stitching,

etc.)

D Needle position: R (top stitching,

etc.)

Sewing with a Twin needle

(Modal 7406 fifXyl

For Visible seams in jerseys, decora
tive work, pintucks. (2)

Seams in jersey can be sewn and

neatened In or>e operation. Attractive
effects can be obtained in woven
fabrics, depending on the type of
stitch.
Always sew on the right side of the
fabric with a Twin needle.

Attention:

Use needle position 'Centre*
only. The stitch width should r>ot
be more than 3. .For safety's
sake, turn the har>dwheet to
check that the needle does not
go into the stitch plate.

44

Attention:
Turn power switch to tTI

Insert the Twin needle, thread both
threads, see Illustration Page 30,
thread needle eyes separately.

Colour coded stHch selection

lUocM 71S)

Turn the stitch select>on dial to the
desired position. (1)

Note the colour of the chosen stitch.

Turn the stitch length dial In the range
of the same colour. (2)

The stitch length can be adjusted
within the same coloured area.

The stitch width Is given (with the
exception of Zig-zag).

46

LED Display

(MocW 740E onirl

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SUlch selection with hght diode and
colour code.

Colour code Green arKl Blue.

Turn the stitch selection dial (1 > until
the green diode lights up at the stitch

desired.

Note the colour of the chosen stitch.

Colour indicator

{tMti 730
Stitch selection with coloured mar

king and colour code.
Adjustments as described.

Turn the stitch width dial (2) and the
stitch length dial to the same colour

code.

Stitch width and length can be adju

sted within the same area of colour.

Note the colour of the chosen stitch.
Turn the stitch width dial (2) to the
same colour code. The stitch width
can be adjusted within the red mar
ked area

Stitch Balance (4) for stitches A:
+ lengthen

• shorten

(model 740E only)

48

Colour code Red and Yellow
Turn the stitch length dial (3) to the

position il you want to select *redV

'yellOM/' stitches.
The siitch lertgth is given automati­caRy.
Turn the stitch seiection dial (1) until
the red diode lights up at the stitch
desired.

straight stitch

Set the machine as illustrated.

Rule of thumb: The thicker the fabric,

tiuead and needle, the longer the

stitch should be. (1)

Zig-zag

Adjust the stitch width. (2)

Adjust to the zig-zag width desired.

(3)

50

Neatening edges

Set the machine as illustrated. (1)

Ouide the fabric so that the needle
goes in just over the edge oí the
fabric. (2)

Attention:

Use Foot No. 6 for fabrics which
tend to pucker. Select Zig-zag
and stitch width 4-5.

52

3*Step Zig-zag

Sewing on lace and elastic, darning,
mending, reinlorong edges.

Set the machine as illustrated. (1)

Place patch in position. The stitch
ler>gth can be shortened to produce

very close stitches. (2)

When mending tears, it is advisable

to use a piece ot backing fabric to
reinforce. The stitch density can be
varied by adjustir>g the stitch lertgth.
First sew over the centre and then
overlap on both sides. Oeperxfing on
the type of fabric and damage, sew
between 3 and 5 rows. (3)

54

Overtock stitches

Seams, neatenmg, visible hems.

Turn stitch length dial (3) to 'A'.
Turn the stitch selechon dial until the

red diode lights up at the desired
stitch.

The stitch vridth (2) can be adjusted
to suit the fabric. (4-S)

Standard overlock

<MoO»l 740€ only)

For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges,

ribbing.

Double overtock stitch

(Model 740E only)

For fine knits, handknits. seams.

Anenaon:

Use new needles or ball point
needles'

56

Overlock stitch

For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges,
hbbing.

All overlock stitches are suitable for
sewing and neatemng edges and vi

sible seams in one operation.

When neatenir>g, the needle should
just go over the edge of the fabric.

Overlook

IMOM 730)

Stretch overlock

iMod«i 730)

Seams, nealening e<)ges. visible
hems.

Set machine as illustrated. (1)

E for fine fabrics

C for thick fabrics

Both stitches are suitable for sewing
and neatenir>g edges and visible
hems in one operation When nea­tenir>g. the needle should just go over
the edge of the fabric.

58

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StUch election

Triple straight stitch

(MocMi8 79(V740E only)

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For hardwearing seams.

Turn the stitch length dial (3) to *A'.

Turn the stitch selection dial (1) until
the red dKxle lights up as illustrated.
Turn the stitch width dial (2) to *0*.

The machine sews two stitches for
wards and one stitch backwards.
This gives triple reinforcement.

Triple zig-zag

For hardwearirtg seams, hems and

decorative seams.

Turn the stitch length dial (3) to *A'.
Adjust the stitch width dial (2) to
between 3 and 5.

Triple zig-zag is suitable for firm fab
rics like denim, corduroy, etc.

60

Stitch selection

Triple straight stitch

<Uod«i7iSo-'ly)

For hardwearirtg seams.

Set the machine as illustrated. The
machine sews two stitches forward
and or>e stitch backwards. This gives
triple reinforcement.

Triple 2ig*2ag

iModel 7l5only>

For hardwearirtg seams, hems and
decorative seams.

Triple zig-zag is ideal for firm falxics
such as denim, corduroy, etc.

62

Smocking stitch

(ModM 73Q740E only)

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Seams, hems. T-shirts, underwear,

etc.

Set the machine as illustrated. This

stitch can be used for all types of

Jersey as well as for woven fabrics.

0)

Sew at 1 cm (V4") from the fabric

edge and trim the surplus fabric. (2)

64

Practical stitches

Set the machine as illustrated
Turn the sMch selection dial (1) until

the green diode lights up ai the
desired sWch.

Turn the stitch width dial (2}andstitch
length dial (3( to the same colour
code and adjust to suit the fabric.

Shell hem 16

For decorative edges.

Suitable tor edges on sheer, line and
stretch fabrics The larger stitch
should go just over the edge of the
labric to create the shell effect

Bridging 17

(Models 73O7a0C oriyl

For seams, place mats, tabtedoths.

This stitch can be used for firm, thik­ker fabrics

66

Decorative joining seam for a fagot­ted effect Gattierir>g with cord or
starring elastic

Rampart 18

iMooei 740E only)

For flat joining seams, sewing on
elastic, visible hems.

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Practical siitchaa

Set the machine as illustrated.
Turn the stitcti selection dial (1) until
the red diode lights up at the desired
stitch. Turn the stitch length dial {3) to
*A* The stftch width dial (2) can be
ac^usted to between 3 and 5.

Elastic overiock 4

iNmIoi I^e4 71S)

For hems, decorative seams. Suita
ble for hems or decorative seams in

stretch fabrics

Double arrow 7

(OfVy lor Mcdol 740E)

For seams arKj hems. This stitch is
suitable for sewing arid neatening
stretch fabrics and as a decorative
seam in thicker fabrics

68

Practical stitches

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Set the machine as illustrated.

Turn the stitch selection dial (1) until
the red diode goes on at the stitch
desired

Turn the stitch length dial (3) to "A*

and adjust the stitch length diai (2) to

between 3 and 5.

Feather stitch 6

(Model 730 artfi

sloining seams, decorative seams

For seams in stretch fabrics, joining
seams in fine and thick fabrics.

70

Decorative stttches

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cufls. embroidery.

19 Square slitcb

20 Diarrxmd stitch
21 Ribbon

22 ScaHop
23 Double scallop
24 Triangle long

Turn the stitch length dial (1} until the
green diode lights up at the stitch
desired. For anattractive. decorative
effect, adjust the stitch width (2) to
maximum and the sDtch length ac­corcfir>g to the desired etfect. For
better results, use a paper or tear
away backing.

Embroidery thread adds to the ef
fect.

For edges, tabledoths. bed linen,

72

Decorative stitches

lMOOe< 740E only)

Edges, tablecloths, bed lirten. cufts.
embroHMry.

Cross stitch 9

Turn the stitch selection dial (1) until
the rod diode lights up at the stitch

desired. Cross stitch: Turn the stitch

ier>gth dial (3) to 'A’

For an attractive, decorative e«ect.
adjust the stitch width (2) to maxi
mum arid the stitch ler>gth according

to the desired effect. For better re
sults, use a paper or tear-away bac-

King.

Embroidery thread adds to the effect

74

Buttonholes

Set the machine as illustrated. (i)

(Adjust the stitch length dial >n the
green marked area for a correct stitch
density - varies according to the fab
ric). Always test sew a buttonhole.

Follow the sequence- (2)
Position the button on the loot as

iDustraied Loosen the large screw
*6" of the part *A" and slide it towards

the button until it lightly touches the
other edge, then re-tighten screw "B*

Remove the button ar>d attach the
Bunonhole foot. The gauge is now

set for sewing perfectly even length
buttonholes. (3)

When starting to sew the buttonhole,
the gauge on the foot should be
pushed fully forwards. (4)

Use the seam ripper and cut button
hole open from both ends towards

the middle.

76

r<ps:

- A slightly reduced upper thread
tension produces better results.

- Use a bacKir>g for fine or stretchy
fabrics.

- It IS advisable to use gimp cord for
stretch or knit fabrics The zig-zag
should sew over the gimp.

Blind hem lingerie stitch

For hems, curtains, trousers, skkts.
etc.

u Biind hem for stretch fabrtcs.

15 BlirKt hemlingerie for firm fab

rics.

Set the machine as illustrated. <1)

Note:

It takes practice to sew blind
hems. Always rrtake a sewing
tesi first

Fold the fetbric as illustrated with the

wrong Side uppermost. (2)

Place the ft^ic under the foot. Turn
the handwheel forwards by hand until
the needle swings fully to the left. It
shoutd just pierce the fokf of the fab
ric. If it does not. adjust the stitch
width accordingly. (3)

78

Adjust the guide (4) by turning the
Knob (5) so that the guide just rests
against the foW.

Sew slowty. guiding the tabnc care
fully along the edge of the guide.

Turn the speed control to Mtnimumf

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Darning

Set the machine asillustraled. Lower
the feed dog. (1)

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Remove the presser foot clamp. (2)

Attach the Oarnir>g foot to the pres
ser fool hotder. The lever 'A* should
t>e behind the needle clamp screw

■B". Press the Darning foot on firmly
from b^ind with your index finger

and tighten the screw ’C* (3)

Rrst sew round the edge of the hole
(to secure the threads). (4)
Rrst row: Always work from left to
right. Turn work by 'A and oversew,

A darning ring is recommended for
easier sewing arKl better results.

Note:

When darmng is completed,
raise the feed dogi

80

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Sewing in zips

Set the machine as illustrated. (1)

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The zip foot can be inserted right or
left. depend’Pg on which side of the
toot you are going to sew. (2*3)

To sew past the zip pull, lower the
needle into the fabric, raise the pres­ser loot and push the zip pull behind
the presser foot. Lower the foot and

continue to sow.

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Sewing on buttons
iMooe 740feonty,

Set the machine as illustrated. Lower
the feed dog. Needle position righi

<i>
Position the worK under the foot.

Place the button on the marked posi
tion. lower the foot, adjust stitch width

to 'O' arid sew a tew securing stit
ches. Adjust the stitch width (rv^rmal­ly between 3 and 4). Turn the hand­wheel to check that the needle goes
cleanly into the leM hole ol the button
(adjust the stitch width according to
the button), and sew on the buttort.
Adjust the stitch width to '0* and sew
a tew securing stitches. (2}

If a shank is required, place adarnmg
needle on top ot the button and sew.
(3) For buttons with 4 holes, sew
through the front two holes first (Ftg.

2). push work forward arxf ttien sew
ttuough the back two holes as des
cribed. (3)

84

Sewing wfth the Hemmer foot

>U00el 704E

For hems in fine or sheer fatKics.

Set the machine a$ illustrated. (1)

Neaten the edge of the tabnc. At the
beginrung of the hem. turn under the
edge twice by about 3 mm ('/»’) and
sew 4-5 stitches to secure Pull the
thread slightly towards lire back. In
sert the r>eedie into the fabric, raise
the presser foot and guide the fold
into the scroll on the tool. (2)

Gently pull the fabric edge towards
you and lower the presser foot. 8egm

sewing, guiding the fabric into the
scroll by hokjif^g it upright and slightly

to the left (3)

Sewing with the Cording foot

it/Mei /*0E onff)

Oecorairve effects, cushtons. ta
blecloths. etc.

Set the machine as illustrated. Va­nous stitches are suitable for sewmg

on cord. e.g. Zig zag. Triple zig-zag.
decorahve stitches. (i)

Insert the cord between the spnng

coverirtg the cord groove and the

loot. The cord should run in the

groove Orie. two or three cords can
be sewn on. The stitch width is adju
sted according to the number of
cords and the stitch selected. (2/3)

88

Maintenance

Attention:

Disconnect the machine from
the eiectncity su|^ by remo
ving the plug from the mains
socket- When cleaning the ma
chine. it must always be dis
connected from the electricity
supply.

Remove the stitch plate:

Turn the handwheel until the needle

is fully raised. Open the hinged front

cover and push the release lever

upwards. (1)

Cleaning the feed dog:

Remove the bobbin case (see Page

26) and use the brush supplied to
dean the whole area <2)

two hook retaining arms. Insert ttie
bobbin case and bobbin and replace
the stitch plate

Impoftant:

Fabric fluff and threads must be re
moved regularly. Your machine
should be serviced at regular inter
vals at one of our service agencies.

90

Cleaning arxf lubricating the hook:

Remove the bobbin case (see Page

26) Snap Ihe two hook retaining
arms (3) outwards. Remove the hook

race cover (4) ahd the hook (5) arvd
dean with a soft doth. Lubricate at
the points (6) (1 ~2 drops) with sewing
machir>e pit. Turn the handwheel until
the hook race (7) is in the left position.

Replace the hook (5). Replace the

hook race cover and snap back the

Trouble shooting guide

AffeniKjH.
O$connecl rnacbne from otoceidty supply

РгоЫпт
Upper ihread break«

Lower iivead break»

SkrppeO sMches

Neede break«

Loo«« stncrros

Seams gather or pucker

Cause
t. The macNne'» not threaded correcer

2. The thread tension >s юо dght

3. The ihrersd cs too thick tor the needle
<1 The tteade is not inserted correct^
S The ihtetMi a rourd wound the «pool holder pm

6. The need« is damaged
t. The bobom case le not ineened correctly

2. The bobom case is threaded wrortgiy

3. The lower thread tension it loo l^hi
t The neede is not msonod oomcOy

2. The neede is damaged

3 The wrong size neodo has been used
4 The loot is not anached correctly

t. The needte Is damaged

2. The neede is not correcdy msorted

3 Wrong neerSe size tor the fabro
4 The wrong toot >8 attached

1. The machine « not correctly trreadt>d

2 The bobbin case is not conecPy threaded

3 Needle-labrtcilhread combmaten e wrong
4 Thread lenaon wrong

I The neodo is too thick lot the tabric

2. The stitch length « wrongly adiusteo

3 The thread tension it loo tight

Correction

1 Rethread the machine 32
2 Reduce the tireed tension (tower number) 3<
3 Seed a larger needle 30
4 Remove and reinsert the r«ede (flat sbe towards the back) 28
5 Remove the reel and witvl dvead onto reel
6 Reptaca me needte 28

1

Remove and reinsert the bobbn case and put on the thread. The thread

shoiid p<4 eastly 26

2. Chet* both bobbm and bobbin case 26
3 Loosen lower thread tension as deserbed 26

1. Remove and remsen rteerSe {Rat sde towards the back) 28
2 insert a new neerRe 28
3 Cttoose a nee^ to sun the thread and tabnc 30
4 Chedr and attach oorteclly 22'tO

t Insert a new rteedle 28

2

been the needle conectly {hat s>de towards the back)

28

3 Choose a needle to sun the thread and fabr« 30
4 se-ect the correct toot 22rto

1. Check me threading 32
2 Thread the bobbin case as illustrated 26

3. The neede size must eutl the istnc and ihread 30
4 Correct the thread tensón 34

1 SeTecI a finer needle X

2 Read(u$i ire stiicn length
3 Loosen the thread tensón 34

Uneven stitches, uneven feed

The machine is noojr

The rrtachne |em»

92

I Poor quaMy ttiroad

2- The bobbin case « wrongly threaded

3 Pebric has been pullrxl
t The machine must be lubricated

2. rtutl or ol have cotiecied on the hoc* or neede bar
3 Poor диаЧу 0> has been used
4 The needle is damaged

I Thread is caught tn the hoc*

1 Select a belter quality thread

2

Remove bobtxn case and remread and msert oorrectly 26

3 Oo not putt on the tabnc while smvng. W I be taken up by the macNne

1 Lubncaieasdescnbed 90
2 Clean me hook and leed dog as descrioed 90
3 Ody use good quality sewing machine oil 90
4 Replace the r>eede 28

1 Remo-ze the upper thread and boObm case, turn the nardwheei

backwards and forwards by hand and remove the tivead remants.

Lubricale as described 90

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