Elna eXperience 450 User guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:

This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

DANGER

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug
this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.

WARNING

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

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

3. Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if
it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,

repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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

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

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.

8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.

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

10. Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine

needle and/or cutting blade.

11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12. Do not use bent needles.

13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break.

14. Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as

threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.

15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or

when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual.

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To reduce the risk of burns, re, electric shock, or injury to persons:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Europe only:

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.

For outside Europe (except U.S.A and Canada):

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

Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant
National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your
retailer for guidance. (European Union only)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ESSENTIAL PARTS

Names of Parts ................................................................ 3

Standard Accessories ...................................................... 4

Setting the Spool Pin ....................................................... 4

GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply ......................................... 5

Using the foot control ....................................................5

Before Using Your Sewing Machine .............................. 5

Operating Instructions: ..................................................5

Using the start/stop button ............................................6

Controlling Sewing Speed ............................................... 7

Speed control slider ....................................................... 7

Foot control ...................................................................7

Extension Table ...............................................................7

Free-arm Sewing ............................................................. 7

Machine Operating Buttons ............................................. 8

Start/Stop button ........................................................... 8

Reverse button .............................................................. 8

Auto-lock button ............................................................8

Needle up/down button .................................................8

LCD Display.....................................................................9

Function Keys .................................................................. 9

Mode key ....................................................................... 9

Value set key .................................................................9

Selecting Stitch Patterns ................................................. 9

(1) Pattern selection mode ............................................9

(2) Stitch width adjustment mode ................................. 9

(3) Stitch length adjustment mode ................................. 9

Presser Foot Lifter ......................................................... 10

Changing the Presser Foot............................................ 10

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder ...................... 10

Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension ............................ 11

Straight stitch balanced tension .................................. 11

Zigzag stitch balanced tension .................................... 12

Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog ................................ 13

Changing the Needle ..................................................... 13

Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart .................................. 14

Setting the Spool of Thread ........................................... 15

Setting the spool .......................................................... 15

Extra spool pin ............................................................. 15

Bobbin Winding ............................................................. 15

Removing the bobbin ..................................................15

Winding the bobbin ......................................................16

Bobbin winding with the extra spool pin ......................16

Inserting the bobbin ....................................................... 17

Threading the Machine .................................................. 18

Built-in Needle Threader ................................................ 19

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread ...................................... 20

Variety of Straight Stitches ............................................ 24

Lock-a-matic Stitch ...................................................... 24

Locking Stitch .............................................................. 24

Triple Stretch Stitch .....................................................24

Stretch Stitch ............................................................... 25

Zigzag Stitch .................................................................. 26

Altering the stitch width ...............................................26

Altering the stitch length ............................................. 26

Variety of Overcasting Stitches ......................................27

Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch .................................... 27

Multiple Zigzag Stitch ..................................................27

Overedge Stitch ........................................................... 27

Knit Stitch ....................................................................28

Overlock Stitch ............................................................28

Memory Buttonhole ..................................................29-31

Altering the buttonhole width ....................................... 31

Altering the buttonhole density .................................... 31

Corded Buttonhole.........................................................32

Zipper Sewing...........................................................33-35

Blind Hemming ..............................................................36

Button Sewing ...............................................................37

Attaching Elastic ............................................................ 37

Gathering ....................................................................... 38

DECORATIVE STITCHES

Patchwork ...................................................................... 39

Shell Tuck ...................................................................... 39

Applique......................................................................... 40

Fringing.......................................................................... 41

Drawn Work ................................................................... 41

Fagoting......................................................................... 42

Scallop Stitch ................................................................. 42

Smocking ....................................................................... 43

Satin Stitches................................................................. 43

Decorative Stitches........................................................ 44

CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ........................ 45

Installing the Bobbin Holder...........................................45

Problems and Warning Signals .....................................46

Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ............................. 46

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 47

Stitch Chart .................................................................... 48

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................ 48

BASIC SEWING

Straight Stitch Sewing ................................................... 21

Starting to Sew ............................................................ 21

Securing Seams ..........................................................21

Cutting Threads ........................................................... 21

Changing Sewing Direction ......................................... 21

Using Seam Guides ....................................................22

Turning Square Corners .............................................. 22

Altering the Needle Drop Position ...............................23

Altering the Stitch Length ............................................23

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ESSENTIAL PARTS

Names of Parts

Upper thread guide

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Bobbin winder tension disk

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Spool pin

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Bobbin winder spindle

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Bobbin winder stopper

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Hole for extra spool pin

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Feed balancing dial (with cap)

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Start/stop button

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Reverse button

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Auto-lock button

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Needle up/down button

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Speed control slider

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Indicator lights

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MODE key

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LCD display

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Value set keys

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Extension table (Accessory storage)

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Needle threader

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Thread cutter

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Face cover

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Thread tension dial

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Thread take-up lever

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Needle clamp screw

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Needle bar thread guide

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Needle

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Presser foot

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Hook cover release button

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Needle plate

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Hook cover plate

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Feed dogs

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Setscrew

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Foot holder

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Lever

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Carrying handle

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Free-arm

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Presser foot lifter

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Power inlet

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Foot control jack

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Power switch

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Ventilation openings

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Handwheel

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Drop feed lever

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NOTE:

To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying handle
with your hand, and support the sewing machine with
the other hand.

NOTE:

Design and specications are subject to change

without prior notice.

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Standard Accessories

No. Part Name Part No.

1 Zigzag foot A (Set on the machine) 685502019

2 Zipper foot E 808852003

3 Satin stitch foot F 82 28 04118

4 Sliding buttonhole foot 508803000

5 Spool holder (large) 822020503

6 Spool holder (small) 822019509

7 Spool pin 660005010

8 Extra spool pin 625031500

9 Bobbin X 3 (1 set on the machine) 102261000

10 Needle set 639804000

11 Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener) 647808009

12 Lint brush 802424004

13 Screwdriver 653802002

14 Instruction book 805800133

15 Soft cover 74381210 0

16 Foot control 808550008

U.S.A and Canada 856 519 0 0 4

17 Power cable*

U.K. 830377008

Australia 830314018

Continental Europe 830335004

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Setting the Spool Pin

Insert the spool pin into the hole as shown.

q Spool pin
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GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply

Using the foot control

Turn off the power switch.

Insert the pin connector into the jack.

Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch.

q Power switch
w Pin connector
e Jack
r Machine plug
t Power inlet
y Power supply plug
u Wall outlet
i Foot control

NOTE:

• The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.

• The machine will be turned off if you do not use the
machine within 7 hours.

WARNING:

While in operation, always keep your eyes on the
sewing area and do not touch any moving parts such
as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or needle.
Always turn off the power switch and unplug from the
wall outlet:

- when leaving the machine unattended.

- when attaching or removing parts.

- when cleaning the machine.

Do not place anything on the foot control.

Before Using Your Sewing Machine

Before using your sewing machine for the rst time,

place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and run the
machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any
oil which may appear.

Operating Instructions:

The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off” position
of the switch.

Foot control model 4C-339-JM is used with this sewing

machine.

For the U.S.A and Canada only:

For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider
than the other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this

plug is intended to t in a polarized outlet only one way.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any
way.

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Connecting the Power Supply

Using the start/stop button

Turn off the power switch.
Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch.

q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Power inlet
r Power supply plug
t Wall outlet
y Start/stop button

NOTE:

The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.

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Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider

Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider

according to your sewing needs.

To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right.

To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Foot control

Depress the foot control to start the machine.

The further down you press on the foot control, the faster
the machine runs.

The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the speed
control slider.

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Extension Table

The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be easily removed for free-arm sewing.

Detaching the table

Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated.
q Extension table

Attaching the table

Push the extension table, inserting the tabs into the slots
until the table snaps into the machine.

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Accessory storage

Accessories are stored inside the extension table.
r Accessory storage

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Free-arm Sewing

Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for
darning knee or elbow areas.

q Free-arm

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Machine Operating Buttons

q Start/Stop button

Press this button to start or stop the machine.

The machine starts running slowly for the rst few

stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed
control slider.
The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being
pressed.

NOTE:

The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot
control is connected to the machine.

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w Reverse button

• When following stitch patterns are selected:

The machine will sew in reverse as long as the
reverse button is pressed. Release the button to sew
forward.
When the machine is stopped and foot control is
disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly
as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the
button to stop the machine.

• When following stitch patterns are selected:

There will be particular functions of the reverse button
when patterns shown above are selected. Refer to
pages 24, 29 and 30 for instructions.

• When any other stitches are selected:

If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.

e Auto-lock button

• When following stitch patterns are selected:

Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
immediately. The machine will automatically stop.

• When any other stitches are selected:

Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
at the end of current pattern. The machine will
automatically stop.

r Needle up/down button

Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle up
or down.

Needle stop position

When you start the machine with the needle at up
position, the needle stops at up position when the
machine is stopped.

When you start the machine with the needle at down
position, the needle stops at down position when the
machine is stopped.

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LCD Display

NOTE:

Magnetic or electrostatic interference may cause the
LCD display to icker.

Do not use the machine near appliances that

generate a magnetic eld or an electrostatic eld such

as microwave ovens.

The LCD display shows following information when the
machine is turned on.

q Stitch pattern number

Function Keys

Mode key

When the power switch is turned on, the pattern selection
mode is set automatically.

Each time you press the mode key w, the green light r
will shift and the mode e will change in the following order:

(1) Pattern selection mode

(2) Stitch width adjustment mode
(3) Stitch length adjustment mode

w Mode key
e Mode
r Green light

Value set key

Press the value set keys t to alter the value.
Press “ ” to increase the value.
Press “ ” to decrease the value.

t Value set key

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Selecting Stitch Patterns

(1) Pattern selection mode

The green light r is lit at the pattern selection mode.
The stitch pattern number will increase or decrease by 1
each time you press the value set keys t.

To select the desired stitch pattern, press the value
set key until the pattern number of the desired stitch is
indicated on the LCD display q.

To refer available stitch patterns for this sewing machine,
check the stitch chart in this manual on page 48.

(2) Stitch width adjustment mode

Press the mode key once w.
The green light r is lit at the stitch width adjustment
mode. The LCD display q shows the stitch width or
needle drop position, depending on the selected stitch
pattern.
Press the value set key t ( or ) to change the stitch
width or needle drop position.
Refer to pages 23 and 26.

(3) Stitch length adjustment mode

Press the mode key twice w.
The green light r is lit at the stitch length adjustment
mode. The LCD display q shows the stitch length.
Press the value set key t ( or ) to change stitch
length.
Refer to pages 23 and 26.
Press the mode key w to return to the pattern selection
mode.

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Presser Foot Lifter

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.

You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.7 cm) higher than the

normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot,
or to help you place thick material under the foot.

q Presser foot lifter
w Normal up position
e Highest position

Changing the Presser Foot

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CAUTION:

• Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot.
Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern.

• The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each
foot is marked with an identication letter.

q Identication letter

Removing the presser foot

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise. Raise the presser foot, and
press the lever on the back of the foot holder.
w Lever

Attaching the presser foot

Place the selected presser foot so that the pin on the foot

lies just under the groove in the foot holder.

Lower the presser bar to lock the foot into the place.
e Groove
r Pin

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

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CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or
attaching foot holder.

Removing the foot holder

Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with
a screwdriver.

q Setscrew
w Foot holder
e Screwdriver

Attaching the foot holder

Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in
the presser bar.
Fit the setscrew into the hole.
Tighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise with the
screwdrive r.

r Hole
t Threaded hole

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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension

Straight stitch balanced tension

The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two

layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnied to show detail).

If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that
the stitches are evenly balanced.

q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen
r To tighten

When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the

number, the tighter the top thread tension.

Results depend on:

- stiffness and thickness of the fabric

- number of fabric layers

- type of stitch

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Tension is too tight

The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of the
fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a lower
number to loosen the needle thread tension.

q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen tension
r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

Tension is too loose

The needle thread shows through on the wrong side of
the fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a
higher number to tighten the needle thread tension.

q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To tighten tension
r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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Zigzag stitch balanced tension

For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the
needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom
side) of the fabric.

See the illustrations for the correct appearance.

To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as

necessary.

Balanced tension

Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the

wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric without causing
excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric.

Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions.
q Right side (top side) of fabric

w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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Tension is too tight

The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side
of the fabric

q Right side (top side) of fabric
w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

Tension is too loose

The corner of each zigzag point pulls together on the
wrong side of the fabric.

q Right side (top side) of fabric
w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog

The drop feed lever is located lower part of the free arm
bed on the front of the machine.

To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of
the arrow q.

To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction
of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel
toward you.

The feed dog must be up for normal sewing.

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Changing the Needle

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the
needle.
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise.
A loose needle or a loose screw may cause machine
malfunction or needle to break.

Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle
clamp.

Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the at

side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the
needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go.

Tighten the needle clamp screw rmly by turning it

clockwise.
q Needle clamp screw

w Flat side

To see if the needle is in good condition, place the at
side of the needle onto something at (needle plate, glass
etc.). The gap between the needle and the at surface

should be consistent. Never use a bent or blunt needle.

A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs

in knits, ne silks and silk-like fabrics.

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Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart

• For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90.

• A ne thread and needle should be used for sewing

lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred.

• Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce

the fabric without fraying the needle thread.

• Always test the needle size on a small scrap of the
fabric that will be used for actual sewing.

• In general, use the same thread for the needle and
bobbin.

NOTE:

When sewing stretch fabrics, very ne fabrics and

synthetics, use a blue tip needle (Part No. 990311000,
sold separately). The blue tip needle effectively
prevents skipped stitches.

Fabric Thread Needle

Lawn

Fine

Medium

Heavy
weight

Georgette

Tric ot
Organza
Crepe

Sheeting

Jersey
Broadcloth
Fleece

Denim
Tweed
Coating
Quilting

Silk #80-100
Cotton #80-100
Synthetic #80-100

Silk #50
Cotton #50-80
Synthetic #50-80

Silk #30-50
Cotton #40-50
Synthetic #40-50

#9/65-11/75

#11/ 75 -14 /9 0

#14 / 90 -16/ 100

NOTE:

3 x #14/90 needles are included in the envelop.

(Part No. 639804000).

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(B)

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Setting the Spool of Thread

Setting the spool

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread
coming off the spool as illustrated.

A: Press the large spool holder rmly against the spool

of thread.

q Large spool holder

B: For a small spool, use the small spool holder.
w Small spool holder

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Extra spool pin

Use the extra spool pin when you need to wind a bobbin
without unthreading the machine while working on a

sewing project.

Insert the extra spool pin into the hole.

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread
coming off the spool as illustrated.

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r Hole for extra spool pin

Bobbin Winding

Removing the bobbin

Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right

and remove the hook cover plate.

Lift out the bobbin.
q Hook cover release button

w Hook cover plate
e Bobbin

NOTE:

Use the plastic bobbins that come with the machine

(Part #102261000). Using other bobbins, such as pre-

wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems
and/ or damage to the bobbin holder.

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Winding the bobbin

NOTE:

Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for

bobbin winding.

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z Hold the thread with both hands and guide the thread

from back to front under the upper thread guide.
q Upper thread guide

Guide the thread into the bobbin winder tension disk

as illustrated.
w Bobbin winder tension disk

x Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside

to the outside.

c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

v Push the bobbin winder spindle to the right.

The bobbin mark appears on the LCD display.

e Bobbin mark

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b With the free end of the thread held in your hand, start

the machine. Stop the machine when it has wound a

few layers, and then cut the thread close to the hole in
the bobbin.

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n Start the machine. When the bobbin is fully wound, it

will stop spinning automatically.

Stop the machine and return the bobbin winder to its

original position by moving the spindle to the left.

m Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread as shown.

Return the speed control slider position.

NOTE:

• Do not move the bobbin winder spindle while the

machine is running.

• For safety purposes, the machine will automatically

stop 90 seconds after starting bobbin winding.

Bobbin winding with the extra spool pin

Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread
around the bobbin winding tension disk as shown.

Start the procedure from x above.
w Bobbin winder tension disk

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Inserting the bobbin

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CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the
bobbin and threading the bobbin holder.

z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread

running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook
cover plate.

q End of thread
w Bobbin holder
e Hook cover plate

x Hold the bobbin with your ngertip so it does not

rotate.

Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin

holder. Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between
the tension spring blades.

r Front notch
t Tension spring blade

c Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread

slips into the side notch.
y Side notch

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NOTE:

If the thread does not come out from the side notch,
rethread from step x.

Pull out about 4˝ (10 cm) of thread.

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Set the left edge of the hook cover plate into opening.

Push down the hook cover plate to t in place. Check

the threading by referring to the chart shown on the
hook cover plate.

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u Thread

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Threading the Machine

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Raise the presser foot lifter.
Turn the power switch ON.
Press the needle up/down button
to raise the thread take-up lever
to its highest position.

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Turn the power switch OFF.

q Presser foot lifter
w Needle up/down button

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before threading the
machine.

z Draw the thread from the spool and pass it under the

upper thread guide.
e Upper thread guide

x

c

v b

t

y

r

x While holding the thread near the spool, draw the end

of the thread down around the check spring holder.
r Spool

t Check spring holder

c Firmly draw the thread up from right to left over the

take-up lever, and down into the eye of take-up lever.
y Eye of take-up lever

v Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide

on the left.
u Needle bar thread guide

u

b Use the needle threader to thread the needle

(refer to page 19).

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Built-in Needle Threader

CAUTION:

Turn off the power switch when using the needle
threader.

NOTE:

The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16

needle or a blue tip needle. Thread sizes 50 to 90 are
recommended.

z

x

q

w

e

z Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle

to its highest position.

Turn the power switch off.

Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go.

q Needle up/down button
w Threader knob

x Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the

illustration, then insert the hook into the needle eye.

Lead the thread around the guide and under the hook.

e Hook
r Guide

c

v

r

t

c Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the

illustration, drawing the thread loop through the
needle.

Gently let the needle threader goes up to pull the

thread loop up.

t Thread loop

v Pull the thread through the needle eye.

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z

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly

with your left hand.

x

c

x Turn the power switch on.

Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and

raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread.
q Needle up/down button

q

c Pull both threads 4˝ to 6˝ (10 to 15 cm) under and

behind the presser foot.

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BASIC SEWING

Straight Stitch Sewing

q Stitch pattern: 01 or 04
w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

NOTE:

When sewing with the satin stitch foot F or the sliding
buttonhole foot, pull the thread to the left to hold the
thread.

Starting to Sew

Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a
seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to
the point where you want to start.

Pull the thread toward the rear and lower the presser
foot.

Start sewing.

Gently guide the fabric along a seam guide line letting

the fabric feed naturally.

Securing Seams

For fastening the ends of seams, press the reverse button
and sew several reverse stitches.
The machine sews in reverse as long as you press and
hold the reverse button.

Reverse button

q

w

q

e

Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock­a-matic stitch (pattern 02) or locking stitch (pattern 03)
and the machine will lock the stitches off and stop
automatically.

Cutting Threads

Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut the threads.
To use the thread cutter on the face cover, remove the
fabric and draw it to the back.
Pull the threads up and slip them between the thread
cutter and face cover from behind.
Pull the threads toward you to cut.

w Thread cutter

Changing Sewing Direction

Stop the machine.

Press the needle up/down button to lower the needle into
the fabric.
Raise the presser foot.
Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing
direction as desired.
Lower the foot and start sewing in a new direction.

e Needle up/down button

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e

e

r

w

Using Seam Guides

The seam guides on the needle plate and the hook cover
plate help you to measure seam allowance.

The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance
from the center needle position in inches and millimeters.

q Center needle position
w Seam guide
e Cornering guide

Numbers 10 15 30 40 3/8 1/2 5/8 1 1 1/2

Distance (cm) 1 1.5 3 4 — — — — —

Distance
(inch)

— — — — 3/8 1/2 5/8 1 1 1/2

Turning Square Corners

When sewing with fabric edge at 5/8˝ seam guide, to
turn a square corner so that sewing continues at same

distance from edge.

Stop the machine when front edge of fabric reaches the

cornering guide lines e.
Press the needle up/down button to lower the needle into
the fabric.
Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric
counterclockwise 90°.
Lower the presser foot, and begin stitching in the new
direction.
e Cornering guide
r Needle up/down button

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q

e

Altering the Needle Drop Position

The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch
patterns 01 to 05.

Press the mode key q once.
The green light w is lit at the stitch width adjustment

mode ( ).

The needle drop position value appears.
q Mode key

w Green light

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to move the
needle to the left.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to move the
needle to the right.

e Value set key

q

w

(2.5)(0.0)

(5.0)

Altering the Stitch Length

The stitch length can be altered.
Press the mode key q twice.
The green light w is lit at the stitch length adjustment

mode ( ).

The stitch length value appears.
q Mode key

w Green light

e

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to increase the
stitch length.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to decrease
the stitch length.

e Value set key
r Stitch length

r

r

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Variety of Straight Stitches

Lock-a-matic Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 02
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a
seam with backstitching.

When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse
button once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches,
four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.

q Reverse button

q

q w e

q w e

q

Locking Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 03
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking

stitch is needed.

Lower the needle close to the front edge of the fabric.

The machine will sew several locking stitches in place
and continue sewing forward.

When you press the reverse button at the end of the
seam, the machine will sew several locking stitches in
place, then stop sewing automatically.

q Reverse button

Triple Stretch Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 05
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This strong, durable stitch is recommended when
both elasticity and strength are necessary in order
to insure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce
areas such as crotch and armhole seams. Also use for
extra reinforcement when constructing items such as
backpacks.

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Stretch Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to
eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while

permitting the seam to be pressed completely open at.
Use this stitch for seaming ne fabrics.

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w

q

e

Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 07
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile
stitches.

It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also

used as a decorative stitch.

NOTE:

Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such

as knit, jersey or tricot.

Altering the stitch width

Press the mode key once q.
The green light w is lit at the stitch width adjustment

mode ( ).

The stitch width value (3.0) appears.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to increase the
stitch width.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to decrease
the stitch width.

q Mode key
w Green light
e Value set key
r Stitch width

r

w

q

r

e

The stitch width of pattern 07 can be changed without
changing its center needle position (M) t.

t Center needle position

t

Altering the stitch length

Press the mode key twice q.
The green light w is lit at the stitch length adjustment

mode ( ).
The stitch length value (1.5) appears.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to increase the
stitch length.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to decrease
the stitch length.

q Mode key
w Green light
e Value set key
r Stitch length

r

r

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Variety of Overcasting Stitches

Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 07
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

The zigzag stitch is used on the seam allowance to
prevent fabric from fraying at raw edges.

Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam

allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.

q w e

q w e

Multiple Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 08
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is used to nish a raw edge of synthetics and

other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.

Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam

allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.

This stitch is also excellent for darning and mending
tears.

Overedge Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 09
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is used to seam and overcast fabric edges at
one time.

Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams at.

Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam

allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.
Be careful not to cut the stitches.

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Knit Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 10
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim

excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the
stitches.

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Overlock Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 11
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is excellent for sewing fabrics that tend to fray
extensively such as linens and gabardines.
Two rows of zigzag stitches are simultaneously sewn
over the edge to insure that your seams will not ravel.

Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate stitches.

Trim excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut
the stitches.

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Memory Buttonhole

q Stitch pattern: 17
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Sliding buttonhole foot

z

x

r

e q

w

NOTE:

Apply an interfacing to stretch or ne fabrics.

z Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric.

Place the fabric under the foot with the buttonhole

mark running toward you.

Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of

the foot.

q Buttonhole mark
w Start mark

e Bobbin thread
r Needle thread

x Turn the handwheel toward you to lower the needle at

the start mark.

c

o

i

y

u

t

v v Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly

c Push the buttonhole foot to the rear until it stops.

Make sure there is no gap between the slider and the

stopper, aligning marks on the stopper and the slider.

Lower the presser foot lifter.

e Bobbin thread
r Needle thread
t Stopper
y Slider
u No gap
i Marks
o Presser foot lifter

NOTE:

The scale on the buttonhole foot is engraved in 0.5
centimeters.

to the left. After a few stitches, free the thread and
continue sewing.

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!0

o

w

m ,

!0

!0

b Sew the left side up to the required length of the

buttonhole.

Stop the machine and press the reverse button.

w Start mark
o Required length
!0 Reverse button

n Start the sewing again. The machine will sew back to

the starting point.

Stop the machine when you are directly opposite the

start point. Press the reverse button.

!0 Reverse button

m Start the sewing again. The machine will sew the front

bartack and right side of the buttonhole.

Stop the machine when you reach the ending point.

Press the reverse button.

, Start the sewing again. The machine will sew the rear

bartack and locking stitches, and stop automatically.

.

!1

!2

i

. Raise the presser foot lifter. Remove the fabric from

the machine and cut the sewing threads. Insert a pin
inside the bartack.

Then cut the opening with a seam ripper.

Take care not to cut the stitches.

i Presser foot lifter
!1 Pin
!2 Seam ripper

To sew the same size buttonhole, position the fabric

and start sewing again. The machine sews another

buttonhole identical to the rst one then stops

automatically.

To sew the different size buttonhole, select the other

stitch pattern and select the memory buttonhole (#17)

again.

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q

r r

w

q

e

e

Altering the buttonhole width

Press the mode key q once. The green light w is lit at

the stitch width adjustment mode ( ).

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to increase the

buttonhole width.
Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to decrease

the buttonhole width.

q Mode key
w Green light
e Value set key
r Buttonhole width

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 5.0.

Altering the buttonhole density

Press the mode key q twice. The green light w is lit at

the stitch length adjustment mode ( ).

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to decrease
the buttonhole density.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key e to increase the
buttonhole density.

q Mode key
w Green light
e Value set key
r Buttonhole density

r r

NOTE:

The buttonhole density can be adjusted from 0.2 to 0.8.

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Corded Buttonhole

q Stitch pattern: 17
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Sliding buttonhole foot

z Use the same procedure as the memory buttonhole

sewing (refer to pages 29-30). Set the stitch width to

match the thickness of the cord used.

With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the ller cord on

the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the
ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing
the front end.

Hook the ller cord into the forks on the front of the

buttonhole foot to hold them tight.

Lower the needle into the garment where the

buttonhole will start, and lower the foot.
q Spur

w Forks
e Cord

x

c

r

t

e

x Start the machine and sew the buttonhole.

Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be

sewn over the cord.

Remove the fabric from the machine, and cut the

sewing threads only.
e Cord

r Needle thread
t Bobbin thread

c Pull the left side of loose end of the ller cord to

tighten it. Trim the excess ller.

NOTE:

Cut the ller cord at both ends, if the ller cord is

stitched on the fabric and cannot be pulled.

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q

w

e r

(A) (B)

t

Zipper Sewing

q Stitch pattern: 01
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Zipper foot E

Attaching the zipper foot

Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot
hol d er.

q Groove
w Pin

(A): To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper
foot with the pin on the right-hand side.
(B): To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper
foot with the pin on the left-hand side.

Fabric preparation

Add 1 cm (3/8˝) to the zipper length. This is the overall

opening size.
q Right side of the fabric

w 1 cm (3/8˝)
e Opening size
r Zipper length
t End of the zipper opening

q

t

u

w

y

o

i

Place the right sides of the fabric together.

Attach the zigzag foot and seam up to the end of the

zipper opening, with a 2 cm (13/16˝) seam allowance.

Reverse the stitch to fasten the seam.

Manually increase the stitch length to 4.0 and baste the

zipper opening with the thread tension loosened to 1-3.
t End of the zipper opening

y 2 cm (13/16˝)
u Basting
i Reverse stitches
o Seam stitches

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q

e

w

r

t

Start sewing

z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right

seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝)

margin. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin

in place. Set the stitch length and thread tension back

to the original setting.

q 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin
w Zipper teeth
e Fold
r End of the zipper opening
t Opening size

x

c

y

x Attach the zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand

side.

Lower the foot onto the topside at the end of the

zipper opening so that the needle pierces the fabric
next to the fold and the zipper tape.

Sew along the zipper guiding the zipper teeth along

the bottom edge of the foot.

CAUTION:

Be sure that the needle does not strike the presser
foot or zipper teeth when the zipper foot is attached.

c Sew through all layers next to the fold.

Stop the machine 5 cm (2˝) before the foot reaches

the slider on the zipper tape.

Lower the needle slightly into the fabric.

Raise the foot and open the zipper to clear the slider.

Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam.
y Slider

u 5 cm (2˝)

u

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v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open at with

the right side facing up.

Attach the Zigzag foot A.

Adjust the stitch length to 4.0, stitch width to 2.5 (default

value) and the thread tension dial to 1-3.

Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.

i Basting stitch
o Zipper tape

i

o

b

n

!0

b Attach the zipper foot E with the left pin.

Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width to default

value, and thread tension dial to “4”.

Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.7-1 cm

(3/8˝) and turn the fabric 90 degrees.
!0 0.7-1 cm (3/8˝)

CAUTION:

Be sure that the needle does not strike the presser
foot or zipper teeth when the zipper foot is attached.

n Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding

the zipper teeth along the side edge of the foot.

Stop the machine 5 cm (2˝) before the foot reaches

the slider on the zipper tape. Lower the needle into
the fabric, and raise the foot. Remove the basting
stitches.

!1 5 cm (2˝)
!2 Basting stitches

m

!3

!1

!2

m Open the zipper, then lower the foot and stitch the

remainder of the seam.

After sewing is nished, remove the basting stitches

on the upper fabric.
!3 Basting stitches on upper fabric

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(2)

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w

q

Blind Hemming

q Stitch pattern: 12 or 13
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 (pattern 12)

3 to 6 (pattern 13)

e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to

form a 1/4˝ (0.5 cm) allowance.

q Wrong side of fabric
w 1/4˝ (0.5 cm)

(1) On heavyweight fabrics that tend to ravel, the raw

edge should be overcast rst.

(2) Fold the hem under the fabric for lightweight

fabrics.

x c

v

q

w

e

x Place the fabric so that the needle just pierces the

folded edge when the needle comes over the extreme
left side.

Lower the presser foot.

Adjust the needle drop position if necessary.

c Sew slowly while guiding the folded edge.

e Folded edge

v Open the fabric after sewing is nished.

NOTE:

If the needle pierces too far left, the stitch will show
through on the right side of the fabric.

Adjusting the needle drop position

Adjust the needle drop position as follows:

Press the mode key q to select the stitch width

adjustment mode ( ).

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key w to move the
needle to the right.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key w to move the
needle to the left.

q Mode key
w Value set key

The needle drop position can be varied from 0.0 to 1.2.

NOTE:

The needle drop position can be moved, but the stitch
width will remain the same.

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Button Sewing

eq

q Stitch pattern: 07
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Feed dog: Lowered

r

w

q

Lower the feed dog (refer to page 13).

Set the speed control slider at a slower speed.

Match the holes of button to the horizontal slot of the

presser foot and lower the foot to hold the button in place.

Press the mode key q to select the stitch width

adjustment mode ( ).
Adjust the stitch width so the needle will enter the left

hole of the button.
Turn the handwheel so that the needle will enter the right

hole of the button. Readjust the stitch width if necessary.

q Mode key
w Stitch width (adjust to span of holes)

Stitch several times.

After you nish sewing, cut the thread but leave 4˝ (10 cm)

of threads at the end.

Pull the bobbin thread to draw the top thread to the
reverse side of the fabric and knot the threads.

After the button sewing is completed, raise the feed dogs
for normal sewing.
Return the speed control slider position.

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Attaching Elastic

q Stitch pattern: 16
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center

front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to
the fabric.

Place the elastic under the foot and stitch into place while
stretch the elastic evenly.

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z

Gathering

q Stitch pattern: 01
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

z Loosen the thread tension to “1” and increase the

stitch length to 4.0.

Pull both threads 4˝ (10 cm) under and behind the

presser foot (refer to page 20).

x

c

v

1/4˝ (0.6 cm)

x Sew two rows of straight stitches 1/4˝ (0.6 cm) apart.

Knot the threads at the beginning.

c Pull the bobbin threads at the end to gather the fabric.

v Knot the threads at the end and distribute the gathers

evenly.

b

q

b Prepare the fabric to attach the gathering.

Tighten the thread tension to “4” and decrease the

stitch length to “2.4” (default settings).

Place the wrong side of the fabric q under the

gathering.

Sew the straight stitch between the two gathering

rows.

Remove the two rows of straight stitches.

NOTE:

You may sew the straight stitch under the two gathering
rows to cover the remains of gathering rows.

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DECORATIVE STITCHES

Patchwork

q Stitch pattern: 01 and 27
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 14 and 26 can also be used.

z

q

x c

r

e

w

w

w

q

z Attach the zigzag foot A.

Place the patchwork pieces right sides together.

Select stitch pattern 01. Sew while guiding the edge of
the fabric to keep a precise 1/4˝ seam allowance.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Hook cover plate
r 1/4˝ seam guide

x Replace the presser foot with satin stitch foot F.

Select the patchwork pattern 27.

c Press the seam allowance to open. Sew the stitch

pattern on the right side of the garment centering over
the seam line.

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e

Shell Tuck

q Stitch pattern: 15
w Thread tension dial: 6 to 8
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, for example).
Fold the fabric in bias as shown and stitch on the fold.

Allow the needle to barely clear the folded edge to create
a shelled edge.

q Bias
w Folded edge
e Right needle drop position

If you sew rows of shell tuck, space the rows at least 5/8˝

(1.5 cm) apart.

You can also sew shell tuck on knits or soft silky woven
fabrics, in any direction.

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Applique

q Stitch pattern: 18
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 19 to 21 can also be used.

Place an applique on the fabric and baste or pin it in place.

Lower the needle at the outer edge of the applique.

Sew while guiding the fabric so the needle falls along the
outer edge of the applique.

q Applique
w Outer edge

When turning a sharp corner, stop the machine and
lower the needle with the needle at the outer edge of the

applique.

Raise the foot and pivot the fabric around the needle to
change the sewing direction.

• Adjusting the stitch width

Select pattern 18.

Press the mode key e to select the stitch width adjustment
mode ( ).

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key r to decrease the
stitch width y.

Press the “ ” sign on the value set key r to increase the
stitch width u.

e Mode key
r Value set key

The stitch width will be varied based on the right needle
drop position t.

The stitch patterns 18-20 have a xed right needle drop

position. When you change the stitch width, the left needle
drop position will change.

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Fringing

q Stitch pattern: 18
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls.

Choose a rm, woven fabric like linen where threads can

be removed easily.

z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single

strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin.

x

c

z

x Sew down the left side so the right hand stitches fall

in the open space.

c Remove all excess yarn located to the right of the

stitching and create a fringe.

Drawn Work

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q Stitch pattern: 18
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Drawn work uses the same method as fringing. Choose

a rm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be

removed easily.

z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Determine the

width of the drawn work and remove one strand of
yarn or fabric thread at each end.

x

c

x Sew down the left side, guiding the fabric so the right

hand stitches fall in open space. After nishing the left
side, turn the fabric around 180°. Sew down the other

side.

c Remove the yarn or fabric threads between the

stitching.

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w

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q

Fagoting

q Stitch pattern: 14
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Use these stitches to join two pieces of fabric to create

an open work appearance and add design interest.

Fold under each fabric edge 1.5 cm (5/8˝) and press.

Pin the two edges to paper or tear backing 0.3–0.4 cm

(1/8˝) apart.

Sew slowly, guiding the fabric so the needle catches the

folded edge on each side.

After sewing is nished, tear away the paper.

q 0.3 - 0.4 cm (1/8˝)
w Paper

q

w

e

w

Scallop Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 29
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Sew the stitches approximately 1 cm (3/8˝) inside the

fabric edge.

Trim the outside of the stitches as shown. Make sure not

to cut the thread.

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Smocking

q Stitch pattern: 27
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch pattern 22 can also be used.

Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on

children’s clothes or women’s blouses.

Use a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham
or challis.

Cut the fabric three times wider than the projected width.

Select straight stitch, set stitch length at “4.0” and loosen

the thread tension.

Sew rows of straight stitches 1 cm (3/8˝) apart across the

area to be smocked. Knot the threads along one edge.

NOTE:

Pull up the needle and bobbin threads and draw a 4˝ (10

cm) thread tail to the back before starting to sew.

From the other edge, pull the bobbin threads to distribute
the gathers evenly.

q 1 cm (3/8˝)
w Knotted thread

q

w e

Set the thread tension to 3 - 6 and select a smocking

stitch pattern.

Sew the smocking stitch pattern between the rows of

straight stitches.

Remove the straight stitches by pulling them out.
e Straight stitch

Satin Stitches

q Stitch pattern: 28
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch pattern 29 can also be used.

For better sewing results, interfacing should be used
on the wrong side of the fabric when you use stretch or
elastic fabrics.

Press the auto-lock button to nish the end of the pattern.

q Auto-lock button

q

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Decorative Stitches

q Stitch pattern: 24
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* Stitch patterns 21-30 can also be used.

For the best sewing results, carefully align and guide the
fabric when you sew with decorative stitches.

Use a tear-way backing if necessary.

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CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog

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r

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WARNING:

Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine
before cleaning.
Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained
in this section.

CAUTION:

Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area,

near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight. Store the

machine in cool dry place.

NOTE:

Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and
neutral soap.

Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle, turn
the power switch off, then unplug the sewing machine.
Remove the needle and presser foot.
Remove the hook cover plate by sliding the hook cover
plate release button to the right. Take out the bobbin.
Brush out dust and lint. (You may also use a vacuum
cleaner.)

z Remove the setscrews on the needle plate with the

screwdriver supplied with the machine. Remove the
needle plate.

q Setscrew
w Needle plate

b

z

x

q

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y

w

e

x Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.

e Bobbin holder

c Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush.

r Lint brush

v Clean the feed dog and hook race with the lint brush.

t Feed dog
y Hook race

b Clean the inside of the hook race with a dry cloth.

You may also use a vacuum cleaner.

Installing the Bobbin Holder

z Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob ts next to

the stopper in the hook race.
q Bobbin holder

w Knob
e S t o p p e r

x Attach the needle plate with the setscrews.

After cleaning the machine, make sure the needle and

presser foot are attached.
r Needle plate

t Setscrew

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Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns

The sewing results of stretch stitch patterns may vary
depending on sewing conditions, such as sewing speed,
fabric type, number of layers etc.

If stretch stitch patterns are deformed, correct them by
turning the feed balancing dial with the screwdriver.

Remove the cap with the screwdriver.

If the pattern is compressed, turn the dial in the direction
of “+”.

If the pattern is drawn out, turn the dial in the direction of
“–”.

q

(Stitch pattern 14)

q Feed balancing dial

(+) (–)

Problems and Warning Signals

If a buzzer sounds and the LCD display shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below.

Warning Sign Cause Try this

The machine is started after halting due to overload. Wait for at least 15 seconds to

The machine does not work properly due to a
problem in the control circuit.

Audible Signal The Buzzer sounds when:

pip Normal operation.

pip-pip-pip Invalid operation or malfunction.

peep E8 error occurred.

pip-pip-peep Buttonhole is completed.

It is not abnormal that a faint humming sound comes out from inside the machine.

LCD display may get warm when the machine has been used for hours.

restart.

Turn the power switch OFF.

Remove tangled threads around
take-up lever, hook race.

Contact the service center
or the store from whom the
machine was purchased.

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Troubleshooting

Condition Cause Reference

The needle thread
breaks

The bobbin thread
breaks

The needle breaks 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

Skipped stitches 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted, bent or blunt.

1. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

2. The needle thread tension is too tight.

3. The needle is bent or blunt.

4. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

5. The needle thread and bobbin thread are not set under the presser
foot when start sewing.

6. The thread is either too heavy or too ne for the needle.

1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder.

2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.

3. The bobbin is damaged and does not turn smoothly.

4. The thread is wound loosely on the bobbin.

2. The needle clamp screw is loose.

3. The threads were not drawn to the rear after sewing.

4. The needle is too ne for the fabric being used.

5. An inappropriate presser foot is used.

2. The needle and/or threads are not suitable for the work being sewn.

3. A blue tip needle is not being used for sewing stretch, very ne fabrics

and synthetics.

4. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

5. A poor quality needle is used.

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Pages 11-12

Replace the needle.

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Page 17

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Change the bobbin.

Page 16

Page 13

Page 13

Page 21

Page 14

Use the correct
foot.

Page 13

Page 14

Use the stretch
stitch needle.

Page 18

Change the needle.

Seam puckering 1. The needle thread tension is too tight.

2. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

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

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

5. A stabilizer is not used when sewing very ne fabrics.

The fabric is not
feeding smoothly

Loops on the
seams

The machine does
not work

Buttonhole sewing
is not sewn
properly

1. The feed dog is packed with lint.

2. The stitches are too ne.

3. The feed dog is not raised after “drop feed” sewing.

1. The needle thread tension is too loose.

2. The needle is too thick or too ne for the fabric.

1. The machine is not plugged in.

2. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

3. The start/stop button is used when the foot control is with the foot
control plugged in.

4. The bobbin winder spindle is not returned to the left after bobbin
winding.

1. The stitch density is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.

2. The interfacing has not been used for the stretch or synthetic fabric.

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Page 14

Make stitch shorter.

Apply a stabilizer.

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Make stitch longer.

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Pages 5-6

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Page 16

Page 31

Apply an
interfacing.

The machine is
noisy

1. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

2. Lint has built up in the hook race or bobbin holder.

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Stitch Chart

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This machine complies with the following regulations:

EN 60335-1: 2012; A11
EN 60335-2-28: 2003; A1
EN 62233: 2008
EN 55014-1: 2006; A1; A2
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013

Supplier: Elna International Corp. SA
Address: Rue de Veyrot 14 - 1217 Meyrin - Switzerland

Version 1.01
30/07/2019

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