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INSTRUCTION BOOK
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
followings:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER— 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.
2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts.
WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, fire, 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 dealers 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 (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.
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 deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch this sewing machine off (“0”) 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
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Table of Contents
Names of Parts ....................................................2
Detachable Extension Table.................................3
Accessory Storage Compartment ........................4
Connecting Machine to Power Supply .................5
Foot Control .........................................................5
Sewing Light.........................................................6
• To replace the light bulb ................................6
Pressure Dial........................................................6
To Raise or Drop the Feed Dog ........................... 6
To Remove and Attach Presser Foot ................... 7
To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder ...............7
Reverse Button ....................................................7
Presser Foot Lifter................................................7
Changing Needle ................................................. 8
Choose Your Needle and Thread.........................8
Winding the Bobbin .............................................. 9
• Set the Spool.................................................9
• Removing the Bobbin....................................9
• Winding the Bobbin .....................................10
• Inserting the Bobbin .................................... 11
Threading the Machine ......................................12
• Needle Threader ......................................... 13
• Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread...................14
Adjust the Top Thread Tension...........................15
• Choose the Correct Tension........................15
• Tension is too tight.......................................15
• Tension is too loose.....................................15
Pattern Selector Dial ..........................................16
Zigzag Width Control..........................................16
Stitch Length Control..........................................16
Infinite Needle Position ......................................16
Straight Stitching ................................................ 17
• Starting to Sew............................................17
• Changing Sewing Direction.........................17
• Finishing Sewing .........................................17
Sewing on Heavy Fabrics .................................. 18
Seam Allowance Lines .......................................18
Turn a Square Corner ........................................18
Zigzag Stitching..................................................19
Overcasting ........................................................ 19
Overedge Stitch ................................................. 20
Tricot Stitch ........................................................20
Triple Strength Stitch..........................................21
Outline Stretch Stitch .........................................21
Sewing Buttons ..................................................22
Automatic Buttonhole ................................... 23–25
• To Alter the Stitch Density ...........................25
Corded Buttonhole .............................................26
Zipper Sewing ..............................................27–28
• To Snap On the Zipper Foot ........................ 27
• Fabric Preparation....................................... 27
• To Sew...................................................27–28
Rolled Hem ........................................................29
Blind Stitch Hemming......................................... 30
Decorative Satin Stitch Patterns ........................ 31
Stretch Stitch Patterns ....................................... 31
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance ........................ 32
Smocking ...........................................................32
Quilting ............................................................... 33
Pin Tucking.........................................................33
Shell Tuck...........................................................34
Fagoting .............................................................34
Appliqué .............................................................35
Patch Work.........................................................35
Scallop Hems ..................................................... 36
Elastic Stitch.......................................................36
Care of Your Machine......................................... 37
• Cleaning the Hook Race and
Feed Dog ....................................................37
• Replacing the Bobbin Holder ...................... 37
Troubleshooting ........................................... 38–39
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Names of Parts
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12
13
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16
25
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1. Stitch length control
2. Zigzag width control
3. Foot storage compartment
4. Flip-top sewing instruction panel
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5. Top cover
6. Thread tension dial
7. Pressure dial
8. Face plate
9. Thread cutter
10. Needle threader
11. Hook cover plate
12. Hook cover plate release button
13. Extension table (Accessory storage box)
14. Reverse button
15. Needle clamp screw
16. Presser foot
17. Handwheel
18. Pattern selector dial
19. Feed balance dial
20. Power switch
21. Machine socket
22. Drop feed lever
23. Buttonhole lever
24. Presser foot lifter
25. Thread take-up lever
26. BH pitch balance adjusting dial
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Detachable Extension Table
For Free Arm Sewing
To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as
illustrated.
Advantages of free arm sewing:
* Avoid fabric bunching around the needle
when bar tacking to reinforce pockets,
plackets and waistlines.
* For stitching sleeves, waistbands, pants legs,
or any circular garment area.
* For darning socks or mending knees,
elbows,or areas of wear in children’s
clothes.
For Flat-bed Sewing
Position the tabs on the base grooves and push
down gently.
Extension table
Tabs
Base grooves
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Accessory Storage Compartment
1
2
3
1. Set of needles
2. L: Quilter
3. G: Blind stitch hem foot
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G
L
D
C
F
E
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A
7
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4. D: Hemmer foot
5. E: Zipper foot
6. A: Zigzag foot
7. F: Satin stitch foot
8. C: Overedge foot
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16
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9. Extension table
Open the extension table toward you for a
convenient place to store your accessories.
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10.Screwdriver
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11. R: Automatic buttonhole foot
12.Lint brush
13.Bobbin
14.Seam ripper
15.Large spool holder
16.Small spool holder
17.Additional spool pin
18.Spool pin felt
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Other
19.Foot control
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Connecting Machine to Power Supply
Power supply plug Power switch
Outlet Machine socket
Machine plug
Before connecting the power cord, make sure the
voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power.
1. Turn off the power switch .
2. Insert the machine plug into the machine
socket .
3. Insert the power supply plug into the outlet .
4. Turn the power switch to turn on the power
and sewing light.
For Your Safety
1. While in operation, always keep your eye on
the sewing area, and do not touch any moving
parts such as the thread take-up lever,
handwheel or needle.
2. 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.
3. Do not place anything on the foot control,
except in use.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “0” on a switch indicates the “off” posi-
tion.
“For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade
wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to 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 to
install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any
way.”
“Foot Controller Model 21245 for use with Sewing
Machine Model 5124”
(For U.S.A market only).
• Foot Control
Sewing speed can be varied by the foot
control.
The harder you press on the control, the faster
the machine runs.
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Sewing Light
(120V)
(A)
(240V)
(B)
Nornally, the sewing light comes on when you turn on
the main switch.
However, if you prefer to have the sewing light off
while sewing, you can open the face plate and access the bulb on/off knob.
Face plate
Switch knob
• To replace the light bulb
NOTE: Unplug the power supply before
changing the light bulb.
CAUSION: As the light bulb be HOT, protect your
fingers when you handle it.
(A) To remove........ Turn to the left.
To replace........ Turn to the right.
(B) To remove........ Push and twist to the left.
To replace........ Push and twist to the right.
Pressure Dial
The pressure dial should be set at “3” for regular
sewing. Reduce the pressure to “2” for appliqué,
cutwork, drawn work, basting and embroidery.
Set the pressure to “1” when sewing chiffon, lace,
organdy and other fine fabrics. Velours and knits with
a lot of stretch may also require a “1” setting.
Pressure dial
Setting mark
To Raise or Drop the Feed Dog
• For button sewing, etc., drop the feed dog.
• After finished sewing, raise the feed dog.
The feed dog must always be up for normal sewing.
Lowered position
Raised position
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To Remove and Attach Presser Foot
Press the red button on the back of the foot holder.
The presser foot will drop off.
Place the selected presser foot so the pin on the foot
lies just under the groove of the foot holder. Lower
the presser bar to lock the foot in place.
Red button
Groove
Pin
To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder
To Remove:
Remove the thumb screw by turning the screw
counter-clockwise with the screwdriver.
Thumb screw
T o Attach:
Match the hole in foot holder with the threaded
hole in the presser bar.
Fit the thumb screw into the hole.
Tighten the screw by turning it clockwise.
Foot holder
Presser bar
Reverse Button
For as long as you keep the reverse stitch
button depressed, the machine sews
backwards.
Reverse button
Presser Foot Lifter
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers your presser
foot.
You can raise it about 0.6 cm (1/4”) higher than the
normal up position for easy removal of the presser
foot or to help you place heavy fabric under it.
Presser foot lifter
Normal up position
High position
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Changing Needle
Raise the needle by pressing the up/down
needle position button and lower the presser
foot.
Turn off the power switch.
Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
Remove the needle from the clamp.
Insert the new needle into the needle clamp
with the flat side to the rear.
When inserting the needle into the clamp,
push it up as far as it will go and tighten the
clamp screw firmly.
To find a good needle, put the flat side of the
needle onto something flat (a needle plate,
glass, etc.).
The gap between the needle and the flat
surface should be consistent. Never use a
bent or blunt needle.
Needle clamp screw
Pin
Needle clamp
Choose Your Needle and Thread
FABRICS
Crepe de Chine,
LIGHT
WEIGHT
MEDIUM
WEIGHT
HEAVY
WEIGHT
NOTE:
Voile, Lawn,
Organdy,
Georgette, Tricot
Linens, Cotton,
Pique, Serge,
Double Knits,
Percale
Denim, Tweed,
Gabardine, Coating,
Drapery, and
Upholstery Fablic
THREADS
Fine Silke
Fine Cotton
Fine Synthetic
Fine Cotton Covered
Polyester
50 Silk
50 to 80 Cotton
50 to 60 Synthetic
Cotton-covered
Polyester
50 Silk
40 to 50 Cotton
40 to 50 Synthetic
Cotton Covered
Polyester
NEEDLE SIZE
9 or 11
11 or 14
14 or 16
* In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing thin fablics, and thicker threads and needles
are used for sewing heavy fablics.
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.
* When sewing stretch, very fine fabrics and synthetics, use a blue tipped needle.
The blue tipped needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.
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Winding the Bobbin
• Set the Spool
Lift up the spool pin and place the spool of thread on
it with the thread coming off the spool as shown.
Press the large spool holder firmly against the spool
of thread.
* The small spool holder is used with small or
narrow spools of thread.
Spool pin
Ordinary spool
Large spool holder
Small spool holder
Small spool
• Removing the Bobbin
Gently slide the hook cover plate release button to
the right and remove the cover plate.
Lift out the bobbin.
Hook cover plate release button
Hook cover plate
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• Winding the Bobbin
Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread
on the spool pin with the thread coming off
the spool as shown.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it
firmly against the spool of thread.
* The small spool holder is used with narrow
or small spools of thread.
* To use the additional spool pin, guide the
upper thread as shown in
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Guide the thread around the thread guide.
Pass the thread through the thread guide.
Thread through the hole in the bobbin from
the inside to outside. Put the bobbin on the
bobbin winder spindle.
Push the bobbin to the right.
A red light on the front panel will come on.
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With the free end of the thread held in your
hand, depress the foot control. Stop the
machine when it has made a few turns, and
cut the thread close to the hole in the
bobbin.
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Depress the foot control again. When the
bobbin is fully wound, it will stop automatically.
Return the bobbin winder to its original
position by moving the spindle to the left, and
cut the thread as shown.
* The machine will not sew until the spindle is
in the left position.
Spool pin
Spool
Spool holder
Additional spool pin
Felt
Additional spool pin hole
Bobbin winder spindle
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• Inserting the Bobbin
Place the bobbin in the holder with the
thread running off counterclockwise.
End of thread
Guide the thread into the notch on the
front side of the bobbin holder.
Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between
the tension spring blades.
Notch
Continue to draw the thread lightly until the
thread slips into notch
.
Pull out about 15 cm (6”) of thread.
Notch
Attach the hook cover plate.
1/8
3/8
5/8
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Check the threading by referring to the chart
shown on the hook cover plate.
Threading chart
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Threading the Machine
* Raise the presser foot lifter.
* Press the up/down needle position button
twice to raise the needle.
Presser foot lifter
Lead the thread from the spool and pass it
through the thread guide. Then draw it down
along the right slot.
Thread guide
Then, down around the check spring holder.
Check spring holder
Firmly draw the thread from right to left over
the take-up lever and down into the take-up
lever eye.
Thread take-up lever
Slide the thread behind the needle bar
thread guide on the left.
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Thread the needle from front to back or use
the needle threader.
Needle bar thread guide
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• Needle Threader
Raise the needle to its highest position.
Pull down the needle threader knob as far as
it will go.
Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in
the illustration, then insert Hook into the
needle eye.
Lead the thread around Guide and under
Hook .
Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in
the illustration, drawing the thread loop
through the needle.
Pull the thread through the needle eye.
* The needle threader can be used with a
#11 to #16 needle or a Janome Blue Tip
needle. Thread size 50 to 100 should also
work well.
Hook
Guide
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• Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread
Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread
lightly with your left hand.
Press the up/down needle position button
twice to pick up the bobbin thread.
Draw up the needle thread together with a
loop of bobbin thread.
Slide 10 cm (4”) of both threads to the back
under the presser foot.
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Adjust the Top Thread Tension
• Choose the Correct Tension
For Straight Stitch:
The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked
between the two layers of fablic, as shown left (magnified to show detail).
If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, you will
notice that there are no gaps; that each stitch is
smooth and even.
When adjusting the top thread tension, the higher the
number, the tighter the top thread.
Results depend on;
* stiffness and thickness of the fabric
* number of fabric layers
* type of stitch
Needle thread (Top thread)
Bobbin thread (Bottom thread)
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5
3
Right side of fabric
Wrong side of fabric
To loosen
To tighten
• Tension is too tight
The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of
the fabric and it will feel bumpy.
Turn the dial to the left to loosen the top thread
tension.
Right side of fabric
Wrong side of fabric
4
5
3
To loosen
• Tension is too loose
The top thread shows through on the wrong side of
the fabric and it will feel bumpy.
Turn the dial to the right to tighten the top thread
tension.
Right side of fabric
Wrong side of fabric
4
5
3
To tighten
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012 3 4
BH
56789
A
R
1
01 324560
A
A
3
2
1234
Pattern Selector Dial
Raise the needle and turn the pattern selector dial
until the red indication is below the desired stitch.
At the same time the appropriate thread tension,
zigzag width and stitch length are indicated in the
upper portion of the guide message window.
Pattern selector dial
Red indicator mark
Thread tension dial
Zigzag width
Stitch length
Recommended presser foot
* Concerning items through above,
there sometimes is a discrepancy between
the settings shown on the front panel and
those shown on the reference chart inside
the top cover.
The reference chart settings are
recommended for the special sewing
techniques illustrated on the chart.
0123456
01234
01
12340
Zigzag Width Control
32
5
4
6
The higher the number, the wider the stitch width.
This machine will sew the maximum 6.5 mm (0.25”)
wide zigzag.
* Raise the needle above the fabric when
you set the stitch width.
Stitch Length Control
The higher the number, the longer the stitch length.
You can select the suitable stitch length for fabrics
that you plan to sew.
Note:
Stitch length is automatically set for stretch stitch
patterns on pattern number 2.16 to 24.
Infinite Needle Position
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01
32
5
4
6
When pattern number 1 is selected and the stitch
width control is activated, you can move the needle
between center and left needle positions.
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Straight Stitching
01
5
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 1
Stitch width:
12340
Stitch length: 1.5–4
Top thread tension: 2–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
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3
• Starting to Sew
Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to
a seam guide line on the needle plate (see page 18).
Lower the needle to the point where you want to
start.
Lower the presser foot and pull the threads toward
the back. Depress the foot control.
Gently guide the fabric along the seam guide line
letting the fabric feed naturally.
• Changing Sewing Direction
Stop the machine and bring the needle down into the
fabric by pressing the up/down needle position button. Raise the presser foot.
Pivot the fabric around the needle to change sewing
direction as desired. Lower the presser foot.
Presser foot lifter
• Finishing Sewing
To fasten the ends of seams, press the reverse
button and sew several reverse stitches.
Raise the presser foot. Remove the fabric, draw the
threads to the back and cut using the thread cutter.
The threads are cut the proper length for starting the
next seam.
Thread cutter
Fabric
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Sewing on Heavy Fabrics
Pressing the black button on Foot A (before lowering)
locks it in a horizontal position.
This ensures even feeding at the beginning of seams
and helps when sewing many layers of fabric.
When you reach a point of increased thickness, lower
the needle and raise the foot. Press in the black
button, then lower the foot and continue sewing.
It releases automatically after a few stitches.
Fabric
A: Zigzag foot
Seam Allowance Lines
The seam guides on the needle plate and hook
cover plate help you measure seam width.
* The number indicates the distance between
5/8
6/8
15
20
the middle needle position and the seam
allowance line.
Millimeters Inches
Marks on
needle plate
Middle needle position
Edge of fabric
Needle plate guide lines
15 20 4/8” 5/8” 6/8”
Turn a Square Corner
To turn a square corner 1.6 cm (5/8”) from the fabric
edge.
1. Stop stitching and lower the needle by
pressing the up/down needle position button
when the fabric edge lines up with the
cornering guide, as shown.
2. Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to
line the edge with the 1.6 cm (5/8”) seam
guide.
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3. Lower the presser foot and begin stitching in
the new direction.
Cornering guide
Up/down needle position button
Presser foot lifter
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Zigzag Stitching
01
5
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 3
Stitch width: 1–6.5
12340
Stitch length: 0.5–3
Top thread tension: 3–5
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
4
3
Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting,
appliquéing, sewing on buttons, etc.
01
6
Overcasting
32
5
4
6
12340
5
4
Stitch selector: 3
Stitch width: 5
Stitch length: 1–2
Top thread tension: 3–7
Presser foot: C: Overedge foot
This type of stitch is used on the seam allowance to
prevent fabrics from fraying at raw edges.
It can be used to finish a hem edge.
Place the edge of the fabric next to the black prong of
foot C.
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01
6
Overedge Stitch
32
5
4
6
5
4
Stitch selector: 20
Stitch width: 5
Top thread tension: 3–7
Presser foot: C: Overedge foot
Place the edge of the fabric next to the black prong on
the foot.
The wires on this foot prevent light weight fabric from
rolling and creating a ridge. The black prong guides
your sewing so the needle falls off the fabric wrapping
the threads around the edge to stop raveling.
01
5
Tricot Stitch
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 5
12340
4
3
Stitch width: 3–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
This stitch is used to finish the seam allowance on
synthetics and other fabrics that tend to pucker.
The stitch is excellent for darning and mending tears.
Place your fabric to allow a 1.5 (5/8”) seam.
Trim the seam allowance after sewing.
Note: Be careful not to cut the stitches.
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Triple Strength Stitch
01
5
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 24
Stitch width:
Top thread tension: 2–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
4
3
This strong, durable stitch is recommended where
both elasticity and strength are needed to insure
comfort and durability.
Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole
seams.
Also use when constructing items such as backpacks
for extra strength.
The stitch is sewn with two stitches forward and one
stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip
easily.
Garments should be basted for fitting before
seaming.
01
5
Outline Stretch Stitch
32
5
4
6
4
3
Stitch selector: 2
Stitch width:
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Pattern is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while
permitting the seam to be pressed completely flat.
For a 1.5 cm (5/8”) seams, use the 2 cm (6/8”) marking on the needle plate.
When sewing light weight fabrics, set the pressure
dial at 1 or 2.
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Sewing Buttons
01
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 3
Stitch width: 3–3.5
Top thread tension: 3–7
Drop feed dog
Presser foot: F: Satin stitch foot
3
4
2
Tape the button over the placement mark. A pin can
be placed on top of the foot to form a shank. Before
lowering the foot, test the needle swing, making sure
the needle drops in each hole.
Adjust the stitch width if necessary and lower the
foot.
Align both holes of button with the needle swing,
lower the foot and depress the foot control.
Sew about 10 stitches, then pull out approximately 20
cm (8˝) of both the needle and
bobbin thread and cut.
Pull the needle thread down through the hole in the
button (so it is between the hole and fabric), Now,
pull the needle thread firmly to draw the bobbin
thread up through the fabric.
Wind one thread clockwise around the shank, the
other counterclockwise.
Finally, tie the 2 threads together.
Needle thread
Bobbin thread
Shank
Fabric
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Automatic Buttonhole
01
32
5
4
6
Stitch width: 4–6.5
Stitch length:
Top thread tension: 1–5
Stitch selector: BH
12340
Presser foot: R: Automatic button hole foot
* The size of buttonhole is automatically set by
placing the button in the automatic
buttonhole foot (R).
* The button holder of the foot takes a button
3
4
2
size up to 2.5 cm (1”) in diameter.
* Make a test buttonhole on a sample
duplicating the fabric, interfacing and seams
of the actual garment.
* Place the button on the fabric sample and
mark the top and bottom to determine the
position of buttonhole.
* Use interfacing on the stretch fabrics.
Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R.
Make sure the groove on the holder catches
the pin on the foot when lowering the presser
foot.
Groove
Pin
Pull the button holder to the back, and place
the button in it. Push it together tightly on the
button.
R
Button holder
If the button is extremely thick, make a test
buttonhole.
If it is difficult to fit the button through the test
buttonhole, lengthen by pulling the button
holder on the foot back to increase length.
Gap
c
Pull the buttonhole lever downward as far as it
will go.
Butonhole lever
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Draw both threads to the left under the foot.
Insert the garment under the foot, and lower
the needle at the starting point.
Then lower the automatic buttonhole foot.
* Make sure there is no gap between the
slider and the spring holder .
If there is a gap , the length of the rows
will be different, as shown in .
Mark for placement of buttonhole
Starting point
Slider
There should be no gap.
Spring holder
Difference
Depress the foot control until the machine
stops by itself.
* When a buttonhole is completed, the BH
indicator light will flash.
* The buttonhole will be automatically sewn:
The front bartack and left row first, then the
back bartack and right row.
The machine will stop automatically.
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leaving about 10 cm (4”) thread ends.
Draw the needle thread to the wrong side of
the fabric by pulling the bobbin thread.
Then, knot the threads.
Cut both needle and bobbin threads
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Insert a pin inside the bartack.
Then cut the opening with a seam ripper.
Take care not to cut the stitches.
(To sew a series of same-size buttonholes)
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8
To reset the buttonhole sewing function,
select a different stitch pattern with the
pattern selector dial (A), then return it to the
buttonhole.
Pattern selector dial
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“A”
“B”
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When finished, push the buttonhole lever up
as far as it will go.
•To adjust buttonhole stitch density.
Set the stitch length slider between 0.5 and 1.0 to
adjust the buttonhole stitch density.
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If the stitch density on the left and right side of the
buttonhole are unbalanced, remove the accessory
box and adjust the pitch balance dial.
If the left side is denser than right side,
turn the adjusting dial in the “ + ” direction.
If the left side is less dense than the right side,
turn the adjusting dial in the “ – ” direction.
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Corded Buttonholes
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01
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R
5
4
6
Stitch selector: BH
Stitch width: 4–6.5
Stitch length:
Top thread tension: 1–5
Presser foot: R: Automatic buttonhole foot
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2
Use the same procedure as automatic
buttonhole.
* Set the stitch width to match the thickness
of the cord used.
With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler
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 filler cord into the forks on the front
of automatic buttonhole foot R to hold them
tight.
Lower the needle into the garment where the
buttonhole will start and lower the foot.
Depress the foot control gently 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.
Spur
Needle thread
Bobbin thread
Pull the left end of the filler cord to tighten it.
Thread the end through a darning needle,
draw to the wrong side of the fabric and cut.
* To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to the
instructions on page 24.
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01
5
Zipper Sewing
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Stitch selector: 1
Stitch width:
Stitch length: 1.5–4
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: E: Zipper foot
•To Snap On the Zipper Foot
Fit the pin on the zipper foot into the groove on the
foot holder.
* To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the
zipper foot on the right-hand side.
* To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the
zipper foot on the left-hand side.
Groove
Pin
When the left side is sewn.
When the right side is sewn.
•Fabric Preparation
Add 1 cm (3/8”) to the zipper size. This is the overall
opening size.
Right side of fabric
Opening size
Zipper size
1 cm (3/8˝)
End of opening
Slider
Zipper teeth
Zipper tape
Place right sides of fabric together and sew to the
end of the zipper opening. Reverse stitch to lock the
stitches.
Manually increase the stitch length to 4 and sew the
zipper opening.
4 (Stitch Length)
End of opening
Reverse stitch
Straight Stitch
2 cm (3/4”)
•To Sew
Fold back the left seam allowance.Turn under
the right seam allowance to form a 0.2 to
0.3 cm (1/8”) fold. Place the zipper teeth next
to this fold and pin in place.
Attach the zipper foot with the pin on the
right hand side.
Lower the zipper foot on the top side at the
bottom of the zipper so that the needle
pierces the fabric next to the fold and the
zipper tape.
Fold
0.3 cm (1/8”)
Stitch line
End of opening
Opening size
Low fabric
Wrong side of fabric
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Zipper Sewing, cont’d
Sew through all layers next to fold. Stop just
before the zipper foot reaches the slider on
the zipper tape. Lower the needle slightly into
the fabric. Raise the zipper foot and open the
zipper.
Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of
the seam.
Slider
5 cm (2”)
Close the zipper and spread the fabric flat
with the right side facing up. Baste the
opened fabric and zipper tape together.
Wrong side of upper fabric
Basting stitch
Right side of fabric
Zipper tape
Remove the zipper foot and reattach it on its
left side.
Guide the edge of the foot along the zipper
teeth and stitch through the garment and
zipper tape.
Stop about 5 cm (2”) from the top of the
zipper.
Lower the needle slightly into the fabric, raise
the foot, remove the basting stitches and
open the zipper. Lower the foot and stitch the
remainder of the seam, making sure the fold is
even.
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Rolled Hem
01
5
32
5
4
6
Stitch selector: 1
Stitch width:
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Stitch length: 1.5–4
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: D: Hemmer foot
4
3
Make a double 0.25cm (1/8˝) fold approximately 8 cm (3˝) in length.
0.25 cm (1/8˝)
8 cm (3˝)
Lower the needle into the fabric at the point
where sewing is to begin and lower the
hemmer foot.
Sew 3 or 4 stitches while holding the needle
and bobbin threads.
Lower the needle into the fabric and lift the
hemmer foot.
Insert the folded portion of the fabric into the
curl of the hemmer foot.
Lower the hemmer foot, then sew by lifting up
the edge of the fabric to keep it feeding
smoothly.
Trim about 0.7 cm (1/4˝) from corners as
illustrated, to reduce bulk.
0.7 cm (1/4˝)
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01
3
Blind Stitch Hemming
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2
1
Stitch selector: 4
Stitch width: 2–3
Stitch length: 1–3
Top thread tension: 2–6
Presser foot: G: Blind stitch hem foot
How to fold the fabric.
Wrong side of fabric
0.4–0.7 cm (5/32˝–1/4˝)
Sewing technique and guide setting.
* When the needle comes to the left hand
side, position the fabric so that the folded
edge comes to the left side of the guide.
Lower the presser foot.
* Adjust the position of the needle sewing
with the stitch width key so that the needle
just pierces the folded edge of the fabric
when the needle comes to the left side.
Sew guiding the folded edge along the
guide.
Wrong side of fabric
When the needle comes to right side
When the needle comes to left side
Guide
Guide dial
Folded edge
Needle
Open the fabric after sewing.
Right side of fabric
Note:
For a professional looking hem, try not to let the
needle pierce more than 1/8˝ (0.2 cm) into the fold.
If the folded edge is pierced too far to left side, you
can not expect a good seam on the right side of the
fabric.
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Decorative Satin Stitch Patterns
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4
6
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2
3
1
Stitch selector: 10–15
Stitch width: 3–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1
Top thread tension: 1–4
Presser foot: F: Satin stitch foot
For a delicate appearance on fabric such as chiffon,
use a single iayer with a tear-away backing if necessary.
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3
Stretch Stitch Patterns
Stitch selector: 2, 16–24
Stitch width: 3–6.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
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5
4
6
2
1
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
* The stitch length slider has no effect on the
stretch patterns (they are preset).
As the sewing fabric moves foreward and backward
during stretch stitch sewing, be careful to guide it
straight by hand.
* We recommend a blue tip needle for stretch,
knit or organdy fabrics to prevent skipping
stitches.
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Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance
If stretch stitch patterns are uneven when sewn on a
particular fabric, adjust them with the feed balance
dial.
Feed balance dial
Standard mark
Setting mark
Example: Pattern # 21
To Ajust distorted patterns
If patterns are compressed, correct by turning
the dial in the direction of “ + ”.
If patterns are drawn out, correct by turning
the dial in the direction of “ – ”.
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Smocking
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5
4
6
2
1
Stitch selector: 21
Stitch width: 3–6.5
Top thread tension: 1–4
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
With the manual stitch length at 4.5, sew straight
lines 1cm (3/8˝) apart, across the area to be
smocked.
A looser needle thread tension will make gathering
easier. Knot the threads along one edge.
Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers
evenly.
Secure the threads at the other end.
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Reduce the tension and pressure if necessary and
sew pattern stitchs between the straight seams.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
1 cm (3/8˝)
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01
5
Quilting
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4
3
Stitch selector: 1
Stitch width:
Stitch length: 1.5–4
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Quilter
The quilting guide will help to keep the stitching lines
straight. Loosen the quilter holding screw.
Slide the quilter in the opening to the desired width
and tighten the screw.
Sew guiding the quilter over the previous row of
stitching.
Quilter holding screw
Quilter
Hole
Distance
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Pin Tucking
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4
6
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4
3
Stitch selector: 1
Stitch width:
Stitch length: 1.5–3
Top thread tension: 2–6
Presser foot: G: Blind stitch hem foot
Fold the fabric with wrong sides together on the
foldline.
Position the fabric so that the needle pierces 0.1 to
0.2 cm (1/16˝) inside of folded part and lower the
presser foot.
Turn the guide screw and move the sliding guide next
to the folded edge.
Sew guiding the folded edge along the sliding guide.
Press the pin tucks to one side.
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01
8
Shell Tuck
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6
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6
Stitch selector: 6
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Stitch length: 2–3
Top thread tension: 6–8
Presser foot: F: Satin stitch foot
* Use a lightweight fabric such as tricot.
Fold and stitch on the bias.
Set the stitch width and length as you desire.
You may need to tighten the top thread
slightly.
Allow the needle to just clear the folded
edge of the fabric when it zigzags.
If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows 1.5
cm (5/8˝) apart.
You can sew shell stitches on knits or soft silky
wovens in any direction.
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01
5
Fagoting
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4
6
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3
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5
4
6
4
3
Stitch selector: 7
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Stitch selector: 17 or 19
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Fold under 1.5 cm (1/2˝) on each fabric edge and
press.
Pin the two edges to paper 0.3 cm (1/8˝) apart.
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Sew slowly guiding the fabric so the needle catches
the folded edge on each side.
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01
3
Appliqué
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Stitch selector: 3
Stitch width: 3–5
Stitch length: 0.5–1
Top thread tension: 1–4
Presser foot: F: Satin stitch foot
Presser Dial: 2
Baste (or fuse with iron-on fabric joiner) appliqué
pieces on the fabric.
Stitch around the appliqué making sure the needle
falls along the outer edge of the appliqué.
When sewing corners, lower the needle down into
the fabric. Raise the presser foot and pivot the fabric
to the right or left.
* When appliqué sewing is finished, return the
pressure dial to 3.
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Patch Work
Stitch selector: 5 or 8
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4
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3
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Sew seam and press seam allowance open.
Sew pattern stitch on right side of garment
centering over the seam line.
Right side of fabric
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01
3
Scallop Hems
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2
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Stitch selector: 11
Stitch width: 3–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1
Top thread tension: 1–4
Presser foot: F: Satin stitch foot
Some of the craft patterns can be used to
attractively finish the edges of collars, pockets and
placements.
To edge a collar, place interfacing between upper and
under collar and sew the pattern on the seam line.
After sewing, trim fabric close to stitching taking care
not to cut thread.
1cm (3/8˝)
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5
01
5
Elastic Stitch
Stitch selector: 19
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4
6
4
3
32
5
4
6
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4
3
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Stitch selector: 9
Stitch width: 5–6.5
Stitch length: 0.5–1.5
Top thread tension: 3–6
Presser foot: A: Zigzag foot
Choose this stitch to attach elastic to garments.
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Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the
center front, center back and side seams.
Place the middle of the elastic under the center of the
presser foot and stitch into place, making sure the
elastic is evenly distributed.
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Care of Your Machine
Caution:
Before performing any of the following, make
sure that the sewing machine is unplugged
from the power source.
* Press the up/down needle position button to
raise the needle and unplug the machine
before cleaning.
* Do not dismantle the machine other than
explained on this page.
* The machine never needs oiling.
* Do not store the machine in a high-humidity
area, near a heat radiator or in direct sunlight.
* Clean the outside of the machine with a soft
cloth and neutral soap.
Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog
Remove the presser foot and needle.
Remove the screw on the left side of the
needle plate with the screwdriver supplied
with the machine.
Remove the needle plate and take out the
bobbin.
Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.
Brush out dust and lint.
Clean the feed dogs and hook race with the
lint brush.
Wipe out gently with soft, dry cloth.
* You may also use a vacuum cleaner.
Replacing the Bobbin Holder
Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits
next to the stopper in the hook race.
Stopper
Knob
Insert the bobbin.
Replace the needle plate, inserting the two
needle plate guide pins into the holes in the
needle plate.
Replace the screw.
Needle plate guide pins
Guide hole
After cleaning, be sure to replace the needle
and presser foot.
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Troubleshooting
Condition
The needle thread
breaks.
The bobbin thread
breaks.
The needle breaks.
Cause
1.The needle thread is not threaded properly.
2.The needle thread tension is too tight.
3.The needle is bent or blunt.
4.The needle is incorrectly inserted.
5.The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set properly
under (drawn to the rear of) the presser foot when sewing is
starting.
6.The fabric is not drawn to the rear when sewing is finished.
7.The thread is too heavy or too fine for the needle.
1.The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin
holder.
2.Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.
3.The bobbin is damaged and doesn’t turn smoothly.
1.The needle is incorrectly inserted.
2.The needle is bent or blunt.
3.The needle clamp screw is loose.
4.The needle thread tension is too tight.
5.The fabric is not drawn to the rear when sewing is finished.
6.The needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn.
7.The pattern selector dial has been turned while the needle
was in the material.
Reference
Refer to page 12
Refer to page 15
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 17
Refer to page 17
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 11
Refer to page 37
Change the bobbin
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 15
Refer to page 17
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 16
Skipped stitches.
Seam puckering.
The cloth is not
feeding smoothly.
1.The needle is incorrectly inserted.
2.The needle is bent or blunt.
3.The needle and/or threads are not suitable for the work being
sewn.
4.A blue tipped needle is not being used for sewing stretch, very
fine fabrics or synthetics.
5.The needle thread is not threaded properly.
6.The presser foot pressure is not strong enough.
7.The wrong needle is used.
1.The needle thread tension is not 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.The presser foot pressure is not correctly adjusted.
1.The feed dog is packed with lint.
2.The presser foot pressure is too weak.
3.The stitches are too fine.
4.The feed dog was not raised after being lowered.
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 12
Refer to page 6
Change the needle
Refer to page 15
Refer to page 12
Refer to page 8
Make stitch denser
Refer to page 6
Refer to page 37
Refer to page 6
Make stitch coarser
Refer to page 6
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Troubleshooting, cont’d
Condition
Gathering
The machine doesn’t
work.
Patterns are
distorted.
The automatic
buttonhole stitches
are not working.
Noisy operation.
Cause
1. The needle thread tension is too loose.
2. The needle is too heavy or light for the fabrics being sewn.
1. The machine is not plugged in.
2. A thread is caught in the hook race.
3. The bobbin winder spindle is still in the winding position.
1. The stitch is not balanced.
1. The stitch density is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
2. Interfacing is not being used with stretch fabrics.
1. There is thread caught in the hook race.
2. Lint has built up in the bobbin holder or hook race.
Reference
Refer to page 15
Refer to page 8
Refer to page 5
Refer to page 37
Refer to page 10
Refer to page 32
Refer to page 25
Refer to page 23
Refer to page 37
Refer to page 37
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