ELNA lotus 2, eXperience 560 Instruction Manual

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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.

DANGER

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To reduce the risk of electric shock:

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

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

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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)

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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ESSENTIAL PARTS

Names of Parts ............................................................3-4

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

Accessory Storages ....................................................... 5

Protection Flaps ............................................................. 6

• Opening and closing protection aps ........................... 6

• Detaching the protection aps ..................................... 6

• Attaching the protection aps ...................................... 6

• Free-arm sewing .......................................................... 6

GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply ..................................... 7-8

Using the foot control ..................................................... 7

Before Using Your Sewing Machine ............................... 7

Operating Instructions: ................................................... 7

Using the start/stop button ............................................. 8

Controlling Sewing Speed .............................................. 8

Speed control slider ..................................................... 8

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

Machine Operating Buttons ....................................... 9 -10

Start/Stop button .......................................................... 9

Reverse button ............................................................. 9

Auto-lock button ........................................................... 9

Needle up/down button .............................................. 10

Thread cutter button ................................................... 10

Stitch width adjusting button ...................................... 10

Stitch length adjusting button ..................................... 10

LCD Display ...................................................................11

Touch Panel ...................................................................11

Arrow keys ...................................................................11

Numeral keys ...............................................................11

Direct pattern selection keys .......................................11

Thread cut memory key ...............................................11

Elongation key .............................................................11

Set key .........................................................................11

Lockout key .................................................................11

Selecting the Patterns .................................................. 12

Direct pattern selection .............................................. 12

Presser Foot Lifter ........................................................ 13

Changing the Presser Foot .......................................... 13

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder .................... 13

Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension ......................14-15

Straight stitch balanced tension ................................. 14

Zigzag stitch balanced tension ................................... 15

Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog ............................... 16

Changing the Needle.................................................... 17

Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart ................................. 17

Bobbin Winding ....................................................... 18 -20

Removing the bobbin ................................................. 18

Setting the spool ........................................................ 18

Winding the bobbin .................................................... 19

Inserting the bobbin.................................................... 20

Threading the Machine................................................. 21

Needle Threader .......................................................... 22

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread .................................... 23

Setting Mode ........................................................... 24-26

Buzzer sound setting .................................................. 24

Needle stop position setting ....................................... 24

Key position adjustment setting ................................. 25

Resetting all to default ................................................ 26

BASIC SEWING

Straight Stitch Sewing .................................................. 27

Starting to sew............................................................ 27

Securing seams .......................................................... 27

Cutting threads ........................................................... 27

Auto Thread Cutting ..................................................... 28

Changing Sewing Direction .......................................... 28

Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric ......................... 28

Using Seam Guides ..................................................... 29

Turning Square Corners ............................................... 29

Altering the Needle Drop Position ................................ 30

Altering the Stitch Length ............................................. 30

Variety of Straight Stitches ...................................... 31-32

Lock-a-matic Stitch ..................................................... 31

Locking Stitch ............................................................. 31

Triple Stretch Stitch .................................................... 31

Stretch Stitch .............................................................. 32

Sculpture Stitches ...................................................... 32

Zigzag Stitch ................................................................. 33

Altering the stitch width .............................................. 33

Altering the stitch length ............................................ 33

Variety of Overcasting Stitches .................................... 34

Multiple Zigzag Stitch ................................................. 34

Knit Stitch ................................................................... 34

Super Overlock Stitch................................................. 34

Attaching Elastic ........................................................... 35

Buttonholes .............................................................36-43

Square Buttonhole................................................. 37-39

Altering the buttonhole width .................................... 39

Altering the buttonhole density ................................. 39

Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole ..................... 40

Keyhole Buttonhole .................................................... 40

Stretch Buttonhole and Antique Buttonhole ............... 40

Corded Buttonhole ..................................................... 41

Welted Buttonhole ................................................. 42-43

Darning Stitch ............................................................... 44

Tacking ......................................................................... 45

Eyelet ............................................................................ 46

Zipper Sewing ......................................................... 47-49

Blind Hemming ............................................................. 50

Button Sewing .............................................................. 51

Rolled Hem ................................................................... 52

Gathering ...................................................................... 53

DECORATIVE STITCHES

Patchwork ..................................................................... 54

Angle scale on the needle plate ................................. 54

Shell tuck ...................................................................... 54

Lingerie Stitch ............................................................... 55

Applique ....................................................................... 55

Pintucks ........................................................................ 56

Fringing......................................................................... 56

Drawn Work .................................................................. 57

Cross Stitch .................................................................. 57

Corded Trim .................................................................. 58

Single Cord For Gathering Heavy Fabric ..................... 58

Fagoting ........................................................................ 58

French Knots ................................................................ 59

Scallop Stitch ................................................................ 59

Smocking ...................................................................... 59

Stippling Stitch.............................................................. 60

Clasp Stitch .................................................................. 60

Satin Stitches ............................................................... 61

Elongation ratio .......................................................... 61

Decorative Stitches ...................................................... 61

CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ...................... 62

Installing the Bobbin Holder ......................................... 62

Correcting Distorted Stretch Stitch Patterns ................ 63

Problems and Warning Signals .................................... 64

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 65

Stitch Chart ................................................................... 66

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ....................... 67

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ESSENTIAL PARTS

Names of Parts

LCD display

Stitch width adjusting buttons
Stitch length adjusting buttons
Start/stop button

Reverse button
Auto-lock button
Needle up/down button
Thread cutter button

Speed control slider

Touch panel
Thread tension dial
Accessory drawer

Protection aps unlock button
Protection aps release lever

Bobbin winder stopper
Bobbin winder spindle
Accessory storage

Stitch reference chart

Thread take-up lever
Thread guide (B)
Bobbin winder thread guide (B)
Bobbin winder thread guide (A)
Retractable thread guide
Threading chart
Top cover
Thread guide (A)

Spool pin
Spool thread guide

Face cover

Protection aps

Lower thread guide
Needle clamp screw
Needle bar thread guide
Needle
Presser foot
Hook cover release button
Hook cover plate
Needle plate
Feed dog
Foot holder

Setscrew

Lever
Needle threader
Buttonhole lever

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NOTE:

Design and specications are subject to change

without prior notice.

NOTE:

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

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Drop feed lever
Carrying handle
Handwheel
Power switch

Foot control jack
Machine inlet

Presser foot lifter
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Standard Accessories

No. Part Name Part No.

1 Zigzag foot A (Set on the machine) 832523007

2 Zipper foot E 808852003

3 Satin stitch foot F 82 2 8 04118

4 Automatic buttonhole foot R 753801004

5 Blind hemming foot G 82 0 817015

6 Rolled hem foot D 820809014

7 Cording foot H 820819006

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9 Spool holder (small) 80 9 8110 03

10 Bobbin X 4 (1 set on the machine) 102261103

11 Assorted needle set 540401026

12 Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener) 647808009

13 Lint brush 802424004

14 Screwdriver 653802002

15 Instruction book 809850509

16 Foot control case 809814109

17 Foot control 04 3 27113 3

18 Power cable*

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U.K. 830377008

Australia 830314018

Continental Europe 830335004

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Accessory Storages

Accessories can be stored in the accessory storage
and the accessory drawer.
Open the top cover to access the accessory storage.

Open the protection ap (front) and pull the tab on the
right side of the ap to open the accessory drawer.

CAUTION:

When you store the foot control inside the closed

aps, follow the instructions below to avoid damage
to product and injury to person.

• Do not place anything that may be caught
between aps and machine body when closing
the aps.

• Do not carry the machine with the foot control
placed inside of the aps.

• Do not turn the handwheel when the foot control

is placed on the free arm.

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Protection Flaps

•Openingandclosingprotectionaps

To open the protection aps, slide the protection ap

release lever q to the right.

To close the protection aps, fold the rear and front
aps w e, then fold the left ap r until it snaps to
the both aps.

q Protection aps release lever
w Protection ap (front)
e Protection ap (rear)
r Protection ap (left)

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•Detachingtheprotectionaps

To detach the protection aps, push down the
protection ap unlock button, and pull the protection
aps away from the machine as illustrated.
t Protection aps unlock button

•Attachingtheprotectionaps

To attach the protection aps, push the protection
aps, inserting the hook into the hole until it snaps into

the machine.

•Free-armsewing

Free-arm sewing is useful for darning socks and
mending the knee or cuff areas.

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NOTE:

Do not carry the machine with the protection aps

open.

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GETTING READY TO SEW

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
power supply:

- when leaving the machine unattended.

- when attaching or removing parts.

- when cleaning the machine.

Do not place anything on the foot control.

ConnectingthePowerSupply

Usingthefootcontrol

Turn off the power switch.
Pull the foot control cord from the foot control.

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

The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot
control is connected to the machine.

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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 21371, YC-485-EC-1 or 4C-339JM 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.

NOTE:

Do not pull the cord of foot control beyond the red
marker on the cord.

NOTE:

The machine will be initialized when turning on the
power switch. Do not touch the machine while the
machine is being initialized.

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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.

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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NOTE:

The machine will be initialized when turning on the
power switch. Do not touch the machine while the
machine is being initialized.

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MachineOperatingButtons

q Start/Stopbutton
Lower the presser foot lifter.
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.

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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.

There will be particular functions of the reverse button
when patterns shown above are selected. Refer to
pages 31, 44 and 45 for instructions.

•Whenfollowingstitchpatternsareselected;

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.

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u Stitchwidthadjustingbutton

Press “ ” or “ ” to change the stitch width or needle
drop position o, depending on the selected stitch
pattern. Refer to pages 30, 33 and 39.

i Stitchlengthadjustingbutton
Press “ ” or “ ” to change the stitch length !0 of the

selected pattern. You can also adjust the buttonhole

density, the evenness of darning, and the size of eyelet
with this button. Refer to pages 30, 33 and 39.

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r Needleup/downbutton

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

t Threadcutterbutton
Press the thread cutter button to trim the threads after
sewing.
The thread cutter mark will blink y while the machine
cuts the threads.

NOTE:

The thread cutter button does not function:

- directly after turning on the power.

- after being pressed 3 times in a row.
Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
#30 or thicker (refer to page 27).

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LCD Display

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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 Identication letter of the recommended foot
w Stitch pattern number
e Stitch width
r Stitch length

TouchPanel

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(q and w)Arrowkeys

Press “ ” q or “ ” w to select the stitch pattern, or turn
the page in the setting mode (refer to pages 12 and 24-26 ).

e Numeralkeys

Enter a 2-digit number to select the desired stitch pattern
(refer to page 12).

r Directpatternselectionkeys

You can select stitch patterns 00, 06, 12 and 16 directly
by pressing the corresponding direct pattern selection
key (refer to page 12).

t Threadcutmemorykey

To cut the threads automatically after locking stitches,
press the thread cutter memory key t (refer to page 28).

y Elongationkey

Press this key to elongate satin stitch patterns (refer to
page 61).

u Setkey

Press this key to enter the machine setting mode for
customizing the machine settings (refer to page 24-26).

i Lockoutkey

Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.

To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys are

deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press this key again.

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SelectingthePatterns

Enter the 2-digit number of the desired stitch pattern with
the corresponding numeral keys.
To refer available stitch patterns for this sewing machine,
check the stitch chart or the stitch chart in this manual on
page 66.
q Stitch chart

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•Usingnumeralkeys
Example:Toselectstitchpattern72

z Turn the power switch on.

x Press the numeral keys on the touch panel.

First press key 7 and then press key 2.

c Now pattern 72 is selected.

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Direct pattern selection

You can select the following stitch patterns directly by
pressing the corresponding direct pattern selection keys.

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•Usingarrowkeys

You can use arrow keys to select your desired patterns.
To select the desired stitch pattern, press the either of
arrow keys until the desired pattern is displayed.
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RemovingandAttachingtheFootHolder

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch or press the lockout key
to lockout the machine before detaching or attaching
fo ot hol der.

Removingthefootholder

Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with
a 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
scr ewdr iver.
q Setscrew
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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

CAUTION:

• Turn OFF the power switch or press the lockout

key to lockout the machine before changing the
foot.

• Do not push the lever down when removing the

presser 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

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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.
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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 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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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

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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 underneath the free arm
bed on the back 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 or press the lockout key to
lockout the machine before changing the needle.
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser
foot.
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.

q

w

Fabric Thread Needle

Fine

Lawn

Georgette

Tric o t
Organza
Crepe

Silk #80-100

Cot t on #80 -10 0

Synthetic #80-100

#9/65-11/75
Blue tip needle

Medium

Sheeting

Jersey
Broadcloth
Fleece

Silk #50

Cotton #50-80

Synthetic #50-80

#11/ 75 -14 / 9 0

Heavy
weight

Denim
Tweed
Coating
Quilting

Silk #30-50

Cotton #40-50

Synthetic #40-50

#14 / 9 0 -16/ 10 0

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.

• When sewing stretch fabrics, very ne fabrics and

synthetics, use a blue tip needle. The blue tip needle
effectively prevents skipped stitches.

NOTE:

1 x blue tip needles (#11/75), 2 x #11/75 needles and 2
x #14/90 needles are included in the needle case (Part
No. 540401026).

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Settingthespool

z Turn the spool thread guide t as illustrated, and the

spool pin y will lift up.

WARNING

Do not lean over the top of spool pin when turning the
spool thread guide. The spool pin pops up and it may
strike your face.

t Spool thread guide
y Spool pin

BobbinWinding

Removingthebobbin

Gently slide the hook cover release button q to the right
and remove the hook cover plate w.
Lift out the bobbin.

q Hook cover release button
w Hook cover plate
e Bobbin

q

w

t

y

u

o

x

c

z

u

y

x Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the

thread running off counterclockwise.

Draw the thread from the spool about 4˝ (10 cm) of

thread. Attach the large spool holder u.

u Large spool holder
i Slit

c Press the spool holder u rmly against the spool of

thread, and then push down the spool pin y to lower
the spool until it is locked in the bottom.

* The small spool holder o is used with narrow or small

spools of thread.

o Small spool holder

NOTE:

If a rimless spool may not let thread out smoothly,
place the spool on the spool pin in up position and do
not use the spool holder so the spool can rotate freely.

NOTE:

If there is a slit i on the spool of thread, be sure to
place the spool with the slit end up.

i

NOTE:

Make sure there is no gap between the spool holder

and spool rim, otherwise the thread can get tangled.

NOTE:

Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked
with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound
paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or
damage to the bobbin holder.

r

e

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Windingthebobbin

NOTE:

• Set the speed control slider at its fastest position

for bobbin winding.

• Close the retractable thread guide e after the
bobbin winding.

z Turn the spool thread guide as illustrated.
Draw the thread from the spool and pass it through

the spool thread guide.

x Pass the thread through the thread guide (A).

c Raise the retractable thread guide.

Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread

guide (A) q and (B) w as illustrated.

v Pass the thread through the hole in the top of the

bobbin from the inside to outside.

b Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

n Push the bobbin to the right. The bobbin mark r

appears on the LCD display.

m With the free end of the thread held in your hand,

start the machine. Stop the machine when bobbin has

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

, Start the machine again. When the bobbin is fully

wound, it will stop automatically. Stop the machine

and return the bobbin winder to its original position
by moving the spindle to the left. Cut the thread as
shown.

z x

v

b n

r

m

,

c

q

w

e

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Insertingthebobbin

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch or press the lockout key to
lockout the machine before inserting the bobbin and
threading the bobbin holder.

z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder w with the thread

running off counterclockwise.

q End of thread
w Bobbin holder

x Guide the thread into the rst notch e on the front

side of the bobbin holder.

e Notch

c Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the

tension spring blades.

v Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread

slips into the second notch r. Pull out about 4˝ (10
cm) of thread.

r Notch

b Attach the hook cover plate. Check the threading by

referring to the diagram t shown on the hook cover
plate.

t Threading diagram
y End of thread

z

x

c

v

b

q

e

r

t

w

y

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ThreadingtheMachine

Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button

q to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position.
q Needle up/down button

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch or press the lockout key to
lockout the machine before threading the machine.

z Turn the spool thread guide w in the direction of arrow

as illustrated.

Pass the end of the thread through the spool thread

guide w.

x Pass the thread through the thread guide (A) e.

q

w

z

x

c

v

b

z x

c v

b n

e

r

t

y

n

m

u

i

c Draw the thread around the thread guide (B) r.

v Draw the end of the thread down around the check

spring holder t.

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

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

n Pass the thread through the lower thread guide u.

Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide
on the left i.

m Thread the needle from front to back, or use the

needle threader (see page 22).

m

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NOTE:

The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16
needle or a blue tipped needle. Thread sizes 50 to 90
are recommended.

NeedleThreader

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch or press the lockout key to
lockout the machine when using the needle threader.

z Lower the presser foot. Press the needle up/down

button q to raise the needle to its highest position.

Press the lockout key or turn the power switch off.
Pull down the needle threader knob w as far as it will

go. The hook e comes out through the needle eye
from behind.

q Needle up/down button
w Knob
e Hook

x Draw the thread from guide (a) r to guide (b) t and

under the hook e. Draw the thread up along the right
side of guide (b) t and slip the thread in between

guide (b) and the holder plate y.
e Hook
r Guide (a)
t Guide (b)
y Holder plate

c Raise the knob in the direction of the arrow, drawing

the thread loop through the needle.
u Thread loop

v Pull the thread through the needle eye.

w

e

y

t

e

r

z

x

c

v

u

q

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DrawinguptheBobbinThread

z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly

with your left hand.

x Press the needle up/down button q twice to lower

and raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread.

q Needle up/down button

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

behind the presser foot.

q

z

x

c

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Buzzer sound setting

The buzzer sound can be turned on or off using the
buzzer sound setting.
Enter the setting mode.

The default buzzer sound setting is “ON”.

To turn the buzzer sound off, press the stitch length
adjusting button “ ” q, and the “oF” mark will blink.

Setting Mode

Press the set key q to enter the machine setting mode
for customizing the machine setting.
The LCD display will show “01”, “on” (ON) and “oF” (OFF),
and the “on” mark will blink.

Each time you press the arrow key w, the mode
number changes, and you can set the following machine
functions as follows:

e

Mode number

r

Buzzer sound setting

t

Needle stop position setting

y

Key position calibration

u

Resetting all to default

Press the set key q to apply the machine settings and
exit the machine setting mode.

q

w

e

r

t

y

u

q

w

To turn the buzzer sound on, press the stitch width
adjusting button “ ” w, and the “on” mark will blink.

* Caution buzzer sound cannot be turned off.

Needle stop position setting

You can set the needle position to up or down when the
machine stops.
Enter the setting mode.
Press the right arrow key q to select the needle stop
position setting.

The default up/down needle position setting is “dn” (down).

To change the needle position to up, press the stitch
width adjusting button “ ” w, and the “uP” mark will
blink.
To change the needle position to down, press the stitch
length button “ ” e, and the “dn” mark will blink.

e

w

q

NOTE:

Customized machine settings will not apply if you turn
off the machine while in the machine setting mode.

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Keypositionadjustmentsetting

You can adjust the key position when you think the key

sensor is off from the actual key position.
Enter the setting mode.
Press the right arrow key q twice to select the key

position adjustment setting.

The key position adjustment screen appears and “oF”

(OFF) mark is shown on the screen.

Press the stitch width adjusting button “ ” w to activate
the key position adjustment setting.

The “oF” mark changes to “on” (ON) and “P1” is shown
on the LCD display.

z

x

c

v

b

n

z With a seam ripper, press q on the touch panel of

your machine.

x “P2” will be shown on the LCD display. Press the w

on the touch panel.

c “P3” will be shown on the LCD display. Press the e

on the touch panel.

v “P4” will be shown on the LCD display. Press the r on

the touch panel.

b “P5” will be shown on the LCD display. Press the t on

the touch panel.

w

q

•Keypositioncalibration

n The screen will back to the setting screen with a

buzzer sound.

NOTE:

To cancel the calibration, press the stitch width

adjusting button “ ”. The “oF”(OFF) mark is shown on

the screen and the calibration will be canceled.

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Resetting all to default

The following customized settings can be reset to the
default settings (factory settings).

• Buzzer sound

• Needle stop position

• Key position adjustment

Enter the setting mode.
Press the right arrow key q 3 times to select the
resetting all to default mode.

Press the stitch length adjusting button “ ” w.
The “y” (YES) and “n” (NO) mark appears on the screen.
Press the stitch width adjusting button “ ” e under the “y”

mark to reset the machine to the factory setting.
Press the stitch length adjusting button “ ” w under the
“n” mark to cancel the resetting.

w

we

q

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q

StraightStitchSewing

q Stitch pattern: 00 or 03
w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

NOTE:

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

Startingtosew

Raise 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.
Press the start/stop button or depress the foot control to
start sewing.

Gently guide the fabric along a seam guide line letting

the fabric feed naturally.
q Start/stop button

BASIC SEWING

4

q w e

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.
w Reverse button
Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock-a­matic stitch (pattern 01) or locking stitch (pattern

02) and the machine will lock the stitches off and stop
automatically.

Cuttingthreads

To cut the threads after nishing sewing, press the

thread cutter button. The needle bar automatically rises

after trimming the threads.

After cutting the thread, you can start sewing without

drawing up the bobbin thread.

e Thread cutter button

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.

r Thread cutter

w

e

r

NOTE:

Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut
specialized or thick threads (#30 or thicker).

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AutoThreadCutting

To cut the threads automatically after locking stitches,
press the thread cutter memory key.
The thread cutter icon appears on the LCD display.

q Thread cutter memory key
w Thread cutter icon

When buttonhole, tacking, darning or eyelet is selected,
the machine will cut the threads automatically after

sewing is nished.

Press the auto-lock button or reverse button to cut the
threads automatically after locking stitches when other
stitch is selected.

NOTE:

Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
30 or thicker.

q

w

ChangingSewingDirection

Stop the machine.

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.

NOTE:

Lower the needle by pressing needle up/down button if
the needle stop position is set at up position.

w

q

SewingfromtheEdgeofThickFabric

The black button on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the
horizontal position.
This is helpful when starting sewing from the far edge of
thick fabrics or sewing across a hem.
Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where you
wish to start sewing.
Lower the foot while pushing the black button in. The foot
is locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping.
The button is released automatically after sewing a few
stitches.

q Black button
w Thick fabrics

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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 y.

Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric

counterclockwise 90°.

Lower the presser foot, and begin stitching in the new

direction.

y Cornering guide

NOTE:

Lower the needle by pressing needle up/down button
if the needle stop position is set at up position.

y

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

The front seam guides are marked at 1/4˝, 3/8˝ and

5/8˝ from the center needle position.

w Front seam guide at 1/4˝

e Front seam guide at 3/8˝

r Front seam guide at 5/8˝

The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120

degrees.

Use the angle scales when seaming patchwork pieces

(refer to page 54).

t Angle scales

y Cornering guide

y

w

e

r

y

t

q

30

(7.0)

(3.5)(0.0)

AlteringtheNeedleDropPosition

The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch
patterns 00 to 04 and 52 to 54.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

move the needle to the left.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

move the needle to the right.
q Stitch width adjusting button

q

AlteringtheStitchLength

The stitch length can be altered.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button to

increase the stitch length.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button

to decrease the stitch length.
q Stitch length adjusting button

w Stitch length

q

w

w

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Lock-a-maticStitch

q Stitch pattern: 01

w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6

e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

LockingStitch

q Stitch pattern: 02

w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6

e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

TripleStretchStitch

q Stitch pattern: 04
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

q

q

4

q w e

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

4

q w e

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

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.

4

q w e

VarietyofStraightStitches

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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.

SculptureStitches

q Stitch pattern: 53 or 54
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

StretchStitch

q Stitch pattern: 05
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

4

q w e

You can achieve a lovely hand-worked look when

topstitching suits, blazers, jumpers, and denim outts

with these stitches.

4

q w e

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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.

ZigzagStitch

q Stitch pattern: 06 or 07

w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7

e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Alteringthestitchwidth

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

increase the stitch width.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

decrease the stitch width.

q Stitch width adjusting button

w Stitch width

The stitch width of pattern 06 can be changed without

changing its center needle position (M) e.

e Center needle position

The stitch width of pattern 07 can be changed without

changing its right needle position (R) r.

r Right needle position

Alteringthestitchlength

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button

to increase the stitch length.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button

to decrease the stitch length.

q Stitch length adjusting button

w Stitch length

4

q w e

q

e

w

r

q

w

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MultipleZigzagStitch

q Stitch pattern: 08
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
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.

This stitch is also excellent for darning and mending
tears.

4

q w e

This industrial inspired overlock stitch is excellent for

assembling and nishing fabrics together in one step.

Apply ribbing to knits and garment retains its shape.
Elna invented this stitch in 1982.
Place the fabric edges together under the presser foot
next to the right side edge of the presser foot.
q Edge of fabric

SuperOverlockStitch

q Stitch pattern: 12
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

4

q w e

q

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.

KnitStitch

q Stitch pattern: 09
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

4

w eq

VarietyofOvercastingStitches

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AttachingElastic

q Stitch pattern: 15
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.

4

w eq

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Buttonholes

The following 7 types of buttonholes are available.

q Squarebuttonhole
This buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy
fabrics.

w Round-endbuttonhole

This buttonhole is used on ne to medium weight fabrics,

especially for blouses and children’s clothes.

e Finefabricbuttonhole
This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on

ne, delicate fabrics such as ne silk.

r Keyholebuttonhole
The keyhole buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy fabrics. It is also suitable for larger and thicker
buttons.

t Stretchbuttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for stretch fabrics. It can also
be used as a decorative buttonhole.

y Antiquebuttonhole

Resembles a “Hand Worked” buttonhole ideal on ne

fabrics featured in Heirloom sewing or for couture
fashions.

u Weltedbuttonhole(Boundbuttonhole)
This is a template pattern for the hand-sewn welted
buttonhole.

q w e r t y u

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z

e

r

t

The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a
button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R.
The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 1 cm

(3/8˝) to 2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.

When selecting the buttonholes, the LCD display advise
you to lower the buttonhole lever.

NOTE:

It is sometimes necessary to change buttonhole size

to match certain heavy or specic fabrics and threads.
Make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric

to check your settings.
The preset width of the buttonhole is suited for
ordinary buttons.

Apply an interfacing to stretch or ne fabrics.

Sewing

z Pull the button holder to the back, and place the

button in it. Push it together tightly on the button.

q Button holder

NOTE:

If the button is extremely thick, make a test buttonhole
on an extra piece of the fabric.

If it is difcult to t the button through the test

buttonhole, you can lengthen the buttonhole by pulling
the button holder back a little. The length of the
buttonhole will be increased.

w Extra gap

x Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle.

Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the

pin into the groove of the foot holder.

You may lift the presser foot lifter to the extra lifted

position when placing the automatic buttonhole foot
under the foot holder.

Raise the presser foot.

e Groove
r Pin

c Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of

foot. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and

place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at
the starting point by turning the handwheel.

t Starting point

q

w

x

c

SquareButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 16
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

4

w eq

38

v

!2

!2

!2

i

i

i

y

v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever

down as far as it will go.

y Buttonhole lever

NOTE:

The reference lines on the buttonhole foot can be
used as a positioning guide.

Make sure there is no gap between the slider and

stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of
position or there will be a sewing gap.

u No gap
i Starting point
o Reference lines
!0 Slider
!1 Stopper
!2 Sewing gap

u

b Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to

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

NOTE:

If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole

lever, the LCD display will show a warning and

the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the

buttonhole lever down and start sewing.

b

i

o

!0

!1

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Alteringthebuttonholewidth

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

increase the buttonhole width.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button to

decrease the buttonhole width.
q Stitch width adjusting button

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0.

n The buttonhole is sewn in the sequence as shown.
When the buttonhole is nished, the machine will stop

automatically with the needle in the up position.

Doublelayerbuttonhole

To make a sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of
buttonhole stitches over the previous stitches.

After the buttonhole is nished, do not raise the foot or

buttonhole lever, simply start the machine again.

n

m

,

!3

!4

m Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the

bartack to prevent accidentally cutting the stitches.

Cut the opening with the seam ripper.
!3 Pin
!4 Seam ripper

, When buttonhole sewing is nished, push the

buttonhole lever upward as far as it will go.

y Buttonhole lever

y

Alteringthebuttonholedensity

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button

to decrease the buttonhole density.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button

to increase the buttonhole density.
q Stitch length adjusting button

NOTE:

The buttonhole density can be adjusted from 0.2 to 0.8.

NOTE:

If the fabric is not feeding smoothly when sewing
a double layer buttonhole, increase the buttonhole
densit y.

q

q

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Round-endandFineFabricButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 17 and 18
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

Sewing procedure is the same as square buttonhole.

The buttonhole width can be varied from 2.5 to 5.5.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.2 to 0.8.

KeyholeButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 19
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

Sewing procedure is the same as square buttonhole.

The buttonhole width can be varied from 5.5 to 7.0.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.3 to 0.8.

Use the seam ripper and an eyelet punch to open the
buttonhole.
q Eyelet punch (not provided with the machine)

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StretchButtonholeandAntiqueButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 20 and 21
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

The machine will sew the front bartack and left row rst.

The machine will sew the back bartack and right row,
then it stops automatically.
The stitch width can be varied from 2.5 to 7.0.

The stitch density can be varied from 0.5 to 1.0 (Stretch
buttonhole), 0.5 to 2.5 (Antique buttonhole).

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z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole

sewing. 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

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 Needle thread
r Bobbin thread

c Pull the loose ends of the ller cord to tighten it.

Thread the each end of the cord through a hand­sewing needle. Then draw the both ends to the wrong
side of the fabric and knot.

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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x

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CordedButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 16
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

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WeltedButtonhole

q Stitch pattern: 22
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch
of fabric to the buttonhole.
Welted buttonholes are particularly suitable for tailored
garments, but are not recommended for sheer or delicate
fabrics where the patch might show through or add bulk.

z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right

sides together.

q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric

x Select pattern 22.
Sew the welted buttonhole on both fabrics together.

Cut the buttonhole opening as illustrated then pull the

patch out through the slit to the other side.

q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
e Right side of patch

c Pull out the patch until the right side of the patch is

showing. Use an iron to press both corner ends until

they are squared off.

e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

v Fold back each side of the patch to form buttonhole

lips.

q Wrong side of patch
e Right side of patch

b Press both folds with an iron.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

n Baste both edges of the seam with a needle and

thread by hand.

w Right side of garment fabric

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⁄0

⁄1

⁄2

⁄3

m Fold over the length of the garment fabric, sew back

and forth beside the original seam to secure aps of

the patch.

r Wrong side of garment fabric
t Sew back and forth

, Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth

three times over the triangular end.

q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
r Wrong side of garment fabric

. The patch should be cut 1 to 1.5 cm (7/16˝ – 5/8˝)

away from the hole. The corners should be cut
rounded off as shown.

e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

⁄0 Place the facing on the wrong side of the garment

fabric. Mark the 4 corners with pins as shown.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄1 Turn all the layers over and cut the buttonhole opening

on the facing in the same way as step x.

Four marker pins show you the corner points on the

facing. Fold back each ap between the facing and

patch.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄2 Stitch around the opening with a needle and thread as

shown.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄3 The welted buttonhole is complete.
u Garment fabric

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DarningStitch

q Stitch pattern: 23
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

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Sewingashorterdarning

To sew a darning shorter than 2 cm (3/4˝), rst stop the
machine after sewing the required length y, then press

the reverse button t.

The required length y has been determined.
Start the machine again and continue sewing until the

machine stops automatically.
t Reverse button
y Required length
u Starting point

Sewingasame -sizeddarning

Simply start the machine to sew another darning at the

same size.

NOTE:

To reset the size of the darning, select the other stitch

pattern and reselect the darning stitch.

Adjustingtheevennessofdarning

Correct the evenness of the darning as follows:
“d5” is the default setting value.

When the right side of the darn is lower than the left side,
press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button q
to set the value to “d6” to “d9”, and make the darn even.

When the left side of the darn is lower than the right side,
press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting button q
to set the value to “d1” to “d4”, and make the darn even.

q Stitch length adjusting button

Startingtosew

z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the

button holder q all the way out.

Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of

foot.

q Button holder
x Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle

at the starting point w. Then lower the foot.
w Starting point
c Start the machine. The machine will sew locking

stitch, 16 rows of darning, locking stitch again and

stop automatically.
v Turn the fabric and repeat sewing in different direction.
e 2 cm (3/4˝)
r 0.7 cm (9/32˝)

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Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt

carriers where extra strength is needed.

Tacking

q Stitch pattern: 24

w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

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w

r

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Startsewing

Start the machine and sew until the machine stops

automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm

(5/8˝ ) long.

q 1.5 cm (5/8˝)

Sewingashortertack

To sew a tack shorter than 1.5 cm (5/8˝), rst stop the

machine after sewing the required length, then press the

reverse button.

The tack length has been determined.

Start the machine again and continue sewing until the

machine stops automatically.

w Required length

e Reverse button

r Tack length

Sewingasame -sizetacking

Simply start the machine to sew another tack at the same

size.

NOTE:

To reset the size of the tacking, select the other stitch
pattern and reselect the tacking.

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Adjustingtheshapeofaneyelet

Correct the shape of the eyelet as follows:
“L3” is the default setting value.

If the eyelet gap overlaps, press the “ ” sign on the stitch

length adjusting button to make the darn even.

If the eyelet gap opens, press the “ ” sign on the stitch

length adjusting key to make the darn even.
q Stitch length adjusting button

NOTE:

The shape can be adjusted within L1 to L5.

Eyelet

q Stitch pattern: 25
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

The eyelet is used for belt holes etc.

Startingtosew

Lower the needle at the starting point and lower the

presser foot. Start the machine.

The machine will stop automatically when completed.
q Starting point

Open the eyelet with an awl, eyelet punch or pointed
scissors (an awl, eyelet punch or pointed scissors are not
provided with the machine).

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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 5.0 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

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

ZipperSewing

q Stitch pattern: 00
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
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
ho l der.

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.

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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

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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.

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˝)

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w

CAUTION:

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

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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 5.0, stitch width to 3.5 (default

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

Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.

i Basting stitch

o Zipper tape

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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

!2

!1

!0

!3

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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q w

z Use the same color thread as the fabric.

On heavy weight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge

should be overcast rst.

Fold the hem, as illustrated.

q Heavy weight fabric
w Light weight fabric
e Wrong side of the fabric

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x There is a sliding guide screw on the blind hem foot

that allows you to control where the needle pierces

the edge of the fabric fold.

Adjust the screw so that at the leftmost position of the

stitch, the needle just pierces the edge of the fold.

r Screw
t Guide
y Folded edge

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(0.4 – 0.7 cm)

(0.4 – 0.7 cm)

1/4˝

1/4˝

Blind Hemming

q Stitch pattern: 11
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

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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.

v

c Lower the presser foot. Sew, guiding the folded edge

along the guide in the foot.

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ButtonSewing

q Stitch pattern: 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Feed dog: Lowered

Lower the feed dog.

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 stitch width adjusting button q to adjust the

stitch width w 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 Stitch width adjusting button

w Stitch width (adjust to span of holes)

Stitch several times.

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

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.

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Rolled Hem

q Stitch pattern: 00
w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Rolled hem foot D

z Attach the rolled hem foot D.

Fold the fabric edge twice to form a hem, 0.3 cm (1/8˝)

wide and 5 cm (2˝) long then press.

x Place the fabric aligning the hem edge with the guide

of the foot. Turn the hand wheel to lower the needle to

the starting point.

Lower the foot and sew several stitches slowly while

pulling on the threads to assist feeding the fabric.

c Stop the machine and lower the needle into the fabric.

Raise the foot and insert the folded portion of the

fabric into the curl of the foot.

v Lower the foot and sew while lifting the edge of the

fabric to keep it feeding into the curl smoothly and

evenly.

5 cm (2˝)

0.3 cm

(1/8 ˝ )

NOTE:

Trim the corner 0.6 cm (1/4˝) for easier insertion of the

hem into the foot.

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(1/4˝)

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(1/4˝)

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Gathering

q Stitch pattern: 00
w Thread tension dial: 1
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

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

stitch length to 5.0.

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

presser foot (refer to page 23).

0.6 cm (1/4˝)

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v

b

NOTE:

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

q

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

Use the thread cutter on the face cover when cutting
the threads (refer to page 27).

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DECORATIVE STITCHES

Patchwork

q Stitch pattern: 52 and 44
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Satin stitch foot F

w

z Place the patchwork pieces right sides together.

Select stitch pattern 52. Sew a precise 1/4˝ seam

allowance.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric

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x c x Replace the presser foot with satin stitch foot F.

Select the patchwork pattern 44.

The stitch patterns 40, 41 and 60 can also be used.

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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Shelltuck

q Stitch pattern: 13
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

1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.

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

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Anglescaleontheneedleplate

You can easily seam patchwork pieces at the desired

angles without marking, by using the unique angle scales

on the needle plate.
The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120
degrees.
Attach Zigzag foot A when using the angle scale.

Align the edge of the fabric to the 1/4˝ seam guide line.

e 1/4˝ seam guide line

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Applique

q Stitch pattern: 27
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 26, 28-32 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 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 27.
Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button e

to decrease the stitch width t.
Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting button e
to increase the stitch width y.
e Stitch width adjusting button

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

(A) The stitch pattern 30 has a xed left needle drop

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

(B) The stitch patterns 26 and 32 have a xed center

needle drop position. The stitch width changes
symmetrically.

(C) The stitch patterns 27-29 and 31 have a xed right

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

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Sew a ne seam in lingerie and lightweight knits. The

small seam size stretches and is comfortable to wear.

Place fabric edges so needle just clears edge when it

swings off the fabric to the right.

LingerieStitch

q Stitch pattern: 10

w Thread tension dial: 2 to 8

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

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Pintucks

q Stitch pattern: 00
w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

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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 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.

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x

c

Fringing

q Stitch pattern: 27
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

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A beautiful accent to any project. Pintucks should be

added to your fabric before cutting out the pattern piece.

Use a washable marker to draw parallel lines for pintucks

on fabric right side. Fold fabric on rst line with wrong

sides together. Place folded edge against guide on foot.
Decide how wide you want the pintucks and move the
thumb nut q to move the guide. Sew pintuck.

Sew remaining pintucks using same method.

Remove marking lines. Press pintucks to one side.

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You can make cross stitch designs with this pattern, in
half the time it would take if embroidered by hand.

Use a plain close woven fabric such as linen or wool

annel. If you use light weight fabric, apply a tear away

backing for support.

Sew from the center of the design outward.

If you press the auto-lock button before sewing, the
machine will sew one unit of the cross stitch and stop
automatically.

q Auto-lock button

CrossStitch

q Stitch pattern: 47

w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

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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.

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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.

DrawnWork

q Stitch pattern: 27

w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

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Corde d Tri m

q Stitch pattern: 65
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Cording foot H

Attach the cording foot H.

Insert a single cord in center groove of H foot. Sew over

cord.

Pull cord for desired amount of gathering. Secure ends

and distribute gathers evenly.

Lay gathered fabric over at fabric and sew the two

fabrics together using straight stitch with stitch length at

3.0 or higher.

Sew over three strands of cording to create unique

borders and trims. Pearl cotton, knitting yarn, embroidery

oss, lace thread, ne wool or lily yarn may be used as

cording.

Attach the cording foot H.

Slide the sewing threads to the left and insert three

strands of cording into the slots of H cording foot with

5 cm (2˝) extending behind the foot. Knot together the

strand ends. (The slots on H foot will hold the lengths of
cording while stitches form over them.)

Mark design on the right side of the fabric with a

washable marker.

Stitch slowly and smoothly, turning the fabric as you sew

while guiding the cording over the design lines.

SingleCordForGatheringHeavyFabric

q Stitch pattern: 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Cording foot H

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Fagoting

q Stitch pattern: 44
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 40, 41 and 60 can also be used.

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

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Select the stitch pattern 51 for French knots.

Tighten the thread tension to 5-8 when sewing.

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FrenchKnots

q Stitch pattern: 51

w Thread tension dial: 5 to 8

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

ScallopStitch

q Stitch pattern: 33
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

* The stitch patterns 43 and 69 can also be used.

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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.

Smocking

q Stitch pattern: 60

w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4

e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 40, 45 and 46 can also be used.

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q

w

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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 “5.0” 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.

From the other edge, pull the bobbin threads to distribute

the gathers evenly.

q 1 cm (3/8˝)

w Knotted thread

Set the thread tension to 1–4 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

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A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy

method to quilt small areas.
Place a batting (wadding) between quilt top and backing

fabric.

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e

StipplingStitch

q Stitch pattern: 57
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

You can close quilt layers and using the clasp stitch.
Select the clasp stitch.

Press the auto-lock button.

Start sewing.

The machine sews clasp stitch and locking stitch then
stops automatically.
q Auto-lock button

ClaspStitch

q Stitch pattern: 78
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch pattern 48 can also be used.

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SatinStitches

q Stitch pattern: 66
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 64-65 and 67-71 can also be used.

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w e

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

For the best sewing results, carefully align and guide the
fabric when you sew with decorative stitches.
Use a tear-way backing if necessary.

DecorativeStitches

q Stitch pattern: 72
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* Stitch patterns 73 to 99 can also be used.

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Elongation ratio

The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times
their original length while the stitch density remains the
same.

Example: Pattern number 66

Select pattern number 66.

Press the elongation key to select the desired elongation
ratio.
Elongation ratio is indicated in multiples of the original
pattern length; L1 (original length) to L5.

q Elongation key
w Elongation ratio

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L1 L2 L3 L4 L5

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CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

CleaningtheHookRaceandFeedDog

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.

NOTE:

Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and
neutral soap.
After cleaning the machine, make sure the needle and
presser foot are attached.

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b

NOTE:

Frequent use of the machine causes lint and

thread residue build up in the hard to reach part of
the machine, which may cause malfunction. We
recommend to clean up the inside of the machine
periodically. Contact the service center or the store
from where the machine was purchased.

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

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.

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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DistortedStretchStitchPatterns

The sewing results of the stretch patterns may vary

depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing

speed, type of fabric, number of layers etc.

Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you

wish to use.

If stretch patterns are distorted, correct them with the

feed adjusting screw.

q Feed adjusting screw

• Stretchstitchpattern(Example:stitchpattern60)

If the pattern is compressed, turn the feed adjusting

screw in the direction of “+”.

If the pattern is drawn out, turn the feed adjusting
screw in the direction of “–”.

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Warning Sign Cause Trythis

1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control
connected.

2. The foot control is out of order.

(The foot control sign keeps blinking.)

Disconnect the foot control.

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

The bobbin winder spindle is shifted to the right. Shift the bobbin winder

spindle to the left for
stitching.

The machine will stop if the buttonhole is sewn without
lowering the buttonhole lever.

Lower the buttonhole lever
and start the machine again.

The machine is started after halting due to overload.

Wait for at least 15 seconds to
restart.
Turn the power switch OFF.
Remove tangled threads
around take-up lever, hook
race.

(E1-E7) The machine does not work properly due to a problem in

the control circuit.

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

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.

ProblemsandWarningSignals

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

AudibleSignal TheBuzzersoundswhen:

pip Normal operation.
pip-pip-pip Invalid operation or malfunction.
peep E1-E7 error occurred.
pip-pip-peep Buttonhole is completed.

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Troubleshooting

Condition Cause Reference

The needle thread
breaks

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 threads is not set under the presser foot when start
sewing.

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

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The bobbin thread
breaks

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.

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Change the bobbin.
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The needle breaks 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

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.

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Use the correct foot.

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

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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Use the stretch stitch
needle.
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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.

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Make stitch shorter.

Apply a stabilizer.

The fabric is not
feeding smoothly

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.

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Make stitch longer.

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Loops on the seams 1. The needle thread tension is too loose.

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

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The machine does
not work

1. The machine is not plugged in.

2. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

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

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Buttonhole sewing
is not sewn properly

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.

3. The buttonhole lever is not lowered.

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Apply an interfacing.
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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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Auto thread cutting
failed

1. Thread is too thick for the auto thread cutting.

2. Threads have been caught in the thread cutter mechanism.

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StitchChart

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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 Veyrot 14 CH - 1217 Meyrin Switzerland

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