Husqvarna C20 User Manual

USER’S GUIDE C10/20

SYMBOL INSTRUCTIONS

Raise needle

Raise presser foot

Lower presser foot

This houshold sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

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

•Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 5 Watt.

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

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

•Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

•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 the sewing machine to the nearest authorised dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

•Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

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

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

•Do not use bent needles.

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

•Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.

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

•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

•Do not use outdoors.

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

•To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.

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

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CONTENTS
PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE...........................................................................................	7
BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE .........................................................................................................	8
LCD SCREEN - MODEL C10 .........................................................................................................	10
LCD SCREEN - MODEL C20 .........................................................................................................	11
PATTERN CHART - MODEL C10...................................................................................................	12
PATTERN CHART - MODEL C20...................................................................................................	13
ACCESSORIES ..............................................................................................................................	14
CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE .........................................................	15
START SEWING .............................................................................................................................	16
Speed adjustment lever...................................................................................................................	16
Foot control .....................................................................................................................................	16
REPLACING THE NEEDLE............................................................................................................	17
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT................................................................................................	17
Attaching the presser foot holder ....................................................................................................	17
Attaching the presser foot ...............................................................................................................	17
Removing the presser foot ..............................................................................................................	17
Attaching the seam guide................................................................................................................	17
ADJUSTING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE..................................................................................	18
MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD .....................................................................................	18
TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART ..............................................................................................	19
WINDING THE BOBBIN .................................................................................................................	20
INSERTING THE BOBBIN..............................................................................................................	22
THREADING THE UPPER THREAD..............................................................................................	23
NEEDLE THREADER.....................................................................................................................	25
TOP THREAD TENSION ................................................................................................................	26
BRINGING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD .........................................................................................	27
CUTTING THE THREAD ................................................................................................................	27
PRESSER FOOT LIFT....................................................................................................................	28
RAISE OR LOWER THE FEED DOGS ..........................................................................................	28
OPERATION BUTTONS .................................................................................................................	29
Reverse button ................................................................................................................................	29
Auto-lock button .............................................................................................................................	30
Needle up/down button ..................................................................................................................	30
FUNCTION BUTTONS....................................................................................................................	31
Stitch width button ...........................................................................................................................	31
Stitch length button..........................................................................................................................	32
MODE selection button ...................................................................................................................	32
Pattern mirroring button ..................................................................................................................	33
SELECTION BUTTONS..................................................................................................................	34
Direct pattern selection buttons.......................................................................................................	34
Number buttons...............................................................................................................................	34
MEMORY BUTTONS ......................................................................................................................	35

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Memory button ................................................................................................................................	35
Clear button.....................................................................................................................................	35
Arrow button ....................................................................................................................................	35
USEFUL SKILLS ............................................................................................................................	36
Sewing corners................................................................................................................................	36
Reverse ...........................................................................................................................................	36
Free arm..........................................................................................................................................	36
Sewing on heavy fabric ...................................................................................................................	37
STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION.........................................................................	38
Changing the needle position..........................................................................................................	38
Changing the stitch length...............................................................................................................	38
ZIGZAG STITCHES ........................................................................................................................	38
Adjusting the stitch width.................................................................................................................	38
Adjusting the stitch length ...............................................................................................................	38
STRETCH STITCH..........................................................................................................................	39
OVERCASTING STITCHES ...........................................................................................................	40
Using the overcasting foot...............................................................................................................	40
Using the standard foot ...................................................................................................................	40
BLINDHEM......................................................................................................................................	41
BUTTON SEWING ..........................................................................................................................	42
BUTTONHOLE STITCHING ...........................................................................................................	43
Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics............................................................................................	46
EYELET STITCH.............................................................................................................................	47
DARNING STITCH..........................................................................................................................	48
ZIPPER INSERTION.......................................................................................................................	50
Inserting a centered zipper..............................................................................................................	50
QUILTING........................................................................................................................................	51
FREE-MOTION, DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING .........................................	52
Darning............................................................................................................................................	52
Embroidery ......................................................................................................................................	53
Monogramming ...............................................................................................................................	53
MIRRORING ...................................................................................................................................	54
MEMORY - MODEL C10.................................................................................................................	55
Program patterns.............................................................................................................................	55
Add patterns ...................................................................................................................................	56
Clear patterns .................................................................................................................................	56
Recall and sew the programmed pattern ........................................................................................	57
MEMORY - MODEL C20.................................................................................................................	58
Program patterns.............................................................................................................................	58
Add patterns or letters .....................................................................................................................	59
Clear patterns or letters...................................................................................................................	59
Recall and sew the programmed pattern ........................................................................................	60
WARNING FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................	61

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Warning animation message display...............................................................................................	61
Instruction animation message display ...........................................................................................	61
Warning beeping sound...................................................................................................................	61
REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB ....................................................................................................	62
MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................................	63
Cleaning the screen ........................................................................................................................	63
Cleaning the sewing machine surface.............................................................................................	63
Cleaning the hook ...........................................................................................................................	63
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE........................................................................................................	65
QUICK REFERENCE CHART - MODEL C10 ................................................................................	67
QUICK REFERENCE CHART - MODEL C20 ...............................................................................	69

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PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE

Tension dial

Presser foot pressure

Face plate

Operation buttons

Thread cutter

Buttonhole lever

Needle threader

Needle plate

Accessory box

Hole for second spool pin

Handwheel

Main power switch

Power cord

Foot control connector

Bobbin winder

Top cover

LCD screen

Function buttons

Memory buttons

Selection buttons Function buttons

Speed adjustment lever

Horizontal spool pin

Handle

Presser foot lift

Feed dog adjustment lever

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BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE

A. Operation buttons

1.Reverse button

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

2.Auto-lock button

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

3.Needle up/down button

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

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B. Function buttons

4.Stitch length

Press this button to adjust the length of the stitch.

5.Stitch width

Press this button to adjust the width of the stitch.

6.Pattern mirroring

Press this button to sew a mirrored pattern.

7.Mode selection

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

C. Memory buttons

8.Clear button

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

9.Arrow button

Press the “ “ button or “ “ button until the desired stitch number in the programmed combination is displayed.

10.Memory button

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

D. Selection buttons

11.Direct pattern selection and number buttons

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

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LCD SCREEN - MODEL C10

Direct Pattern

Needle up	Mirror
Auto-lock	Buttonhole lever
	Bobbin winding
Reverse	Needle position
Pattern number	Stitch width
Direct mode
Suggested presser foot	Stitch length

Pattern

Needle down	Mirror
Auto-stop
Reverse
Pattern number	Stitch width
	Current position in the
	programmed memory
Normal mode	Total space in the memory
	Memory
Suggested presser foot	Stitch length

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LCD SCREEN - MODEL C20

Direct Pattern

Needle up Mirror

Auto-lock

Reverse

Pattern number

Direct mode

Suggested presser foot

Pattern

Needle down

Mirror

Auto-stop

Reverse

Pattern number

Normal mode

Suggested presser foot

Alphabet

Needle up

Auto-stop

Pattern number

Suggested presser foot

Alphabet mode

Buttonhole lever

Bobbin winding

Needle position

Stitch width

Stitch length

Stitch width

Current position in the programmed memory

Total space in the memory Memory

Stitch length

Stitch width

Current position in the programmed memory

Total space in the memory Memory

Stitch length

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PATTERN CHART - MODEL C10

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

A.Direct selection patterns

B.Pattern selection by number

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PATTERN CHART - MODEL C20

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

A.Direct selection patterns

B.Pattern selection by number

C. Alphabets

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ACCESSORIES

1.Standard foot (T)

2.Zipper foot (I)

3.Buttonhole foot (D)

4.Overcasting foot (E)

5.Blindhem foot (F)

6.Satin stitch foot (A)

7.Button sewing foot (only for C20).

8.1/4˝ Quilting foot (P)

9.Free-motion/darning foot

10.Pack of needles

11.Spool pin felt

12.Second spool pin

13.Brush/ Seam ripper

14.Spool cap (Large)

15.Spool cap (Small)

16.Seam guide

17 Bobbins

18.Screwdriver (L & S)

19.Hard cover

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CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is on “O” when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.

OFF ON

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

Place the machine on a stable table.

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

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

3.Turn on the power switch.

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

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

For USA and Canada

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other), to reduce the risk of electrical shock; this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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STARTING SEWING

Speed adjustment lever

The speed adjustment lever can control the sewing speed. To increase the speed, slide the lever to right. To decrease the sewing speed, slide the lever to the left.

Foot control

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

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

Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine.

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

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

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REPLACING THE NEEDLE

Attention: Turn power switch to off (“O”) when carrying out any of the operations below!

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

Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions.

A.Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle.

The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back.

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

Needles must be in perfect condition. Problems can occur with:

-Bent needles

-Blunt needles

-Damaged points

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT

Attention: Turn power switch to off (“O”) when carrying out any of the operations below!

Attaching the presser foot holder (1)

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

Attaching the presser foot (2)

Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin on the foot (d).

Raise the lever (e).

Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will engage automatically.

Removing the presser foot (3)

Raise the presser foot.

Raise the lever (e) and the foot will disengage.

Attaching the seam guide (4)

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

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ADJUSTING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE

The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no adjustment for most fabric weights.

However, if you choose to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser adjusting screw with a coin.

For sewing very heavy fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counter clockwise, and for thin fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.

MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD

NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE

	NEEDLE	FABRICS	THREAD
	SIZE
	9-11 (70-80)	Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons,	Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon,
		voile, silk, muslin, interlocks, cotton	polyester or cotton wrapped polyester.
		knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, woven
		polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
	11-14(80-90)	Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,	Most threads sold are medium size
		sailcloth, double knits, lightweight wool.	and suitable for these fabrics and
			needle sizes. Use polyester threads
	14 (90)	Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
			on synthetic materials and cotton on
		wool, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
			natural woven fabrics for best results.
	16 (100)	Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, wool,
			Always use the same thread on top and
		outdoor tent and quilted fabrics,
			bottom.
		denims, upholstery material (light to
		medium).
	18 (110)	Heavy wool, overcoat fabrics,	Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
		upholstery fabrics, some leathers and
		vinyls.

Please Note:

-In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker threads are used for sewing heavy fabrics.

-Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used for actual sewing.

-Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.

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TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART

PRESSER FOOT	APPLICATION	PRESSER FOOT	APPLICATION
	General sewing, Patchwork		Satin stitch
	stitches, Decorative stitching,
	Smocking, Fagoting, etc.
Standard foot (T)
		Satin stitch foot (A)
	Inserting zippers
Zipper foot (I)
	Buttonhole sewing		Quilting
		1/4˝ Quilting foot (P)
Buttonhole foot (D)
			Free-motion, Darning,
	Overcasting		Embroidery,
			Monogramming
Overcasting foot (E)
		Free-motion/darning foot
	Blindhem stitching		Button sewing
Blindhem foot (F)		Button sewing foot
		(model C20 only)

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WINDING THE BOBBIN

1.Place the thread and spool cap onto the spool pin. For smaller spools of thread, place spool cap with the small side next to the spool or use the small spool cap.

2.Snap the thread into the thread guide.

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

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

5.Hold on to the thread tail and push the bobbin to the right.

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6.When the bobbin winder spindle is pushed to the right, “bobbin winding position”, the symbol “ “ is shown on the LCD screen.

It will disappear from the LCD screen when the bobbin winder spindle is push to the left, “sewing position”.

7.Hold the thread tail securely in one hand.

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

9.After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin. Continue filling the bobbin until it is full. The motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full. Stop the machine. Push the bobbin winder spindle to left.

10.Cut the thread and then remove the bobbin.

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

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INSERTING THE BOBBIN

Attention: Turn power switch to off (“O”) before inserting or removing the bobbin.

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

1. Remove the bobbin cover and insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running in a counterclockwise direction (arrow).

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

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

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

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