Janome DC6050 User guide

Instruction Book

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

DANGER

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

WARNING

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

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

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

repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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

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

6. Do not use outdoors.

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

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

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

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

needle and/or cutting blade.

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

12. Do not use bent needles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Europe only:

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

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

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NAMES OF PARTS

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

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

Large Extension Table ..................................................... 5

Stitch Chart ...................................................................... 5

GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply ......................................... 6

Before Using Your Sewing Machine ................................6

Operating Instructions .....................................................6

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Direct pattern selection .................................................. 9

Stitch width adjusting key .............................................. 9

Stitch length adjusting key .............................................9

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

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

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

Presser Foot Pressure Dial ...........................................10

Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension ....................... 11-12

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

Needle Stop Position Setting ......................................... 13

Changing the Needle ..................................................... 14

Fabric and Needle Chart ...............................................14

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

Bobbin Winding ........................................................15-17

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

Needle Threader ............................................................19

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

Eyelet.............................................................................37

Zipper Sewing...........................................................38-40

Blind Hemming .............................................................. 41

Button Sewing ...............................................................42

Gathering ....................................................................... 42

DECORATIVE STITCHING

Shelltuck ........................................................................ 43

Applique......................................................................... 43

Pintucking ...................................................................... 44

Fringing.......................................................................... 44

Drawn Work ................................................................... 45

Cross Stitch ................................................................... 45

Fagoting......................................................................... 46

French Knots ................................................................. 46

Scallop Stitch .................................................................46

Smocking ....................................................................... 47

Clasp Stitches................................................................ 47

Satin Stitches................................................................. 48

Decorative Stitches........................................................ 48

Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ............................. 48

CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ........................ 49

Installing the Bobbin Holder...........................................49

Problems and Warning Signals .....................................50

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 51

Stitch Chart .................................................................... 52

BASIC SEWING

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

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

Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric ........................... 21

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sculpture Stitches..........................................................25

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

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

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

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

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

Double Overedge Stitch ................................................ 28

Attaching Elastic ............................................................ 28

Buttonholes.................................................................... 29

Square Buttonhole .................................................... 30-32

Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole.........................33

Keyhole Buttonholes......................................................33

Corded Buttonhole.........................................................34

Darning Stitch ................................................................ 35

Tacking ..........................................................................36

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NAMES OF PARTS

Names of Parts

Upper thread guide

q

Bobbin winding tension disk

w

Spool holder (large)

e

Spool pin

r

Hole for extra spool pin

t

Bobbin winder spindle

y

Bobbin winder stopper

u

LCD display

i

Function keys

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Speed control slider

!0

Needle up/down button

!1

Auto-lock button

!2

Reverse button

!3

Start/stop button

!4

Extension table (Accessory box)

!5

Thread cutter

!6

Face cover

!7

Thread tension dial

!8

Presser foot pressure dial

!9

Thread take-up lever

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Lower thread guide

@1

Needle clamp screw

@2

Needle

@3

Presser foot

@4

Hook cover release button

@5

Hook cover plate

@6

Thread cutter

@7

Needle plate

@8

Feed dogs

@9

Foot holder

#0

Setscrew

#1

Lever

#2

Buttonhole lever

#3

Needle threader

#4

Carrying handle

#5

Hole for stitch chart

#6

Free-arm

#7

Drop feed lever

#8

Presser foot lifter

#9

Power inlet

$0

Foot control jack

$1

Power switch

$2

Ventilation openings

$3

Handwheel

$4

$5

Feed balancing dial

$5

NOTE:

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

• Design and specications are subject to change
without prior notice.

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Standard Accessories

Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine)

q

Zipper foot: E

w

Satin stitch foot: F

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Automatic buttonhole foot: R

r

Blind hem foot: G

t

Overedge foot: C

y

Spool holder (x 2) (large) (1 set on the machine)

u

Spool holder (x 2) (small)

i

Extra spool pin

o

Bobbins (x 4) (1 set on the machine)

!0

Needle set

!1

Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)

!2

Lint brush

!3

Screwdriver

!4

Stitch chart

!5

Instruction book

!6

Instructional DVD

!7

Hard cover

!8

Large extension table

!9

Foot control

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Power cable*

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* The power cable included may differ from the

illustration.

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Large Extension Table

Attaching the table

Pull the table away from the machine.

Spread the legs of large extension table.

Holding the table with both hands and slide it gently to
the right.

Adjust the table height

Turn setscrews of the table legs with a screwdriver
(optional).

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Stitch Chart

Insert the stitch chart q into the chart holder w.
Insert the pin e into the hole for the stitch chart r.

q Stitch chart
w Chart holder
e Pin
r Hole for stitch chart

You can ip the chart to the back of the machine when it

is not in use.

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GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply

Using the foot control

z Turn off the power switch q.
x Insert the pin connector w into the jack e.
c Insert the machine plug r into the power inlet t.
v Insert the power supply plug y into the wall outlet u.
b Turn on the power switch q.

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

n The foot control sign i will be displayed when the

foot control is connected to the machine.
i Foot control sign

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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.

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.

Using the start/stop button

z Turn off the power switch q.
x Insert the machine plug w into the power inlet e.
c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t.
v Turn on the power switch q.

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

r

y

NOTE:

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

Operating Instructions

The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off” position
of the switch.
Foot control model 21371 or YC-485EC-1 is used with
this sewing machine.

For the U.S.A and Canada only:

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

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

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

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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.

NOTE:

The machine will not run and the presser foot mark
will blink if you start the machine with the presser foot
in the up position. Lower the presser foot and press
the foot control.

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Extension Table

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

Detaching the table

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

Attaching the table

Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert

the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the
machine.
w Free-arm
e Guide
r Hole

Accessory storage

Accessories are stored inside the extension table.
Pull the lid toward you to open the accessory storage t.
t Accessory storage

q

Free-arm Sewing

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

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Machine Operating Buttons

q Start/Stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine.

The machine starts running slowly for the rst few

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

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NOTE:

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

• The machine will not run and the presser foot mark
will blink if you start the machine with the presser
foot in the up position. Lower the presser foot and
press the start/stop button.

w Reverse button

•

When stitch pattern 00 , 03 , 06 or 07 is
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.

NOTE:

There will be particular functions of the reverse button
when pattern 01 , 02 , 20 or 21 is selected.
Refer to page 24, 35 and 36 for instructions.

e Auto-lock button

•

When stitch pattern 00 , 03 , 06 or 07 is
selected;

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

•

When any other stitches are selected;

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

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

t Speed control slider

Maximum sewing speed can be adjusted with the speed

control slider. Refer to page 7.

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LCD Display

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

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Function Keys

Selecting the Stitch Patterns

To select the desired stitch pattern, press the arrow keys
(q and w) until the p attern number of the desired stitch
is indicated.
To change the rst digit e of the stitch pattern number,
press the arrow keys q under the rst digit of the pattern
number.
To change the second digit r of the stitch pattern
number, press the arrow keys w under the second digit
of the pattern number.

q Arrow keys (rst digit)
w Arrow keys (second digit)
e First digit
r Second digit

Direct pattern selection

You can select stitch patterns 00, 06, 09 and 18 directly
by pressing the corresponding direct pattern selection
key t.
The stitch image of stitch pattern are indicated on each
key.

Stitch width adjusting key

Press “+” or “–” y to change the stitch width or needle
drop position, depending on the selected stitch pattern.

Refer to pages 23, 26 and 32.

Stitch length adjusting key

Press “+” or “–” u to change the stitch length of the

selected pattern. You can also adjust the buttonhole

density, the evenness of darning, and the size of eyelet
with this key. Refer to pages 23, 26 and 32.

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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

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Changing the Presser Foot

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot.
Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern.
The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each

foot is marked with an identication letter.
q Identication letter

Removing the presser foot

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

Attaching the presser foot

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

lies just under the groove in the foot holder.

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

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

CAUTION:

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

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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
screwdrive r.
q Setscrew
w Foot holder
e Hole
r Threaded hole

Presser Foot Pressure Dial

Foot pressure can be adjusted by turning the presser foot

pressure dial.

Set the pressure between “3” and “6” for ordinary fabrics.
Set the pressure between “1” and “3” for ne fabrics and
applique sewing.
Set the pressure between “5” and “6” for heavyweight

fabrics.
q Presser foot pressure dial

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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension

Straight stitch balanced tension

The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two

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

If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that
the stitches are evenly balanced.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen
r To tighten

When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the

number, the tighter the top thread tension.
Results depend on:

- stiffness and thickness of the fabric

- number of fabric layers

- type of stitch

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Tension is too tight

The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of the
fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a lower
number to loosen the needle thread tension.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen tension
r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

Tension is too loose

The needle thread shows through on the wrong side of
the fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a
higher number to tighten the needle thread tension.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To tighten tension
r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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Zigzag stitch

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

q w

q w

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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View from the rear

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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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w

NOTE:

Set the stitch length value at the minimum when

lowering the feed dog.

Needle Stop Position Setting

You can set the needle stop position to up or down when
the machine stops.

To enter the needle stop position setting mode, turn the
power off.

Press and hold the needle up/down button q, and turn
the power switch on. Hold then needle up/down button
until the needle stop position setting screen appears as
shown.

w

The default setting is down and “dn” sign appears on the
screen.

Press the needle up/down button q.
The “uP” sign appears and the needle stop position is set
to up.

Press the START/STOP button w to apply the setting.

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w

Changing the Needle

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the
needle.
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise, 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 q by turning it
counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle
clamp.

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

side w 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 q 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.

Fabric Thread Needle

Lawn

Georgette

Fine

Medium

Heavy
weight

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).

Tric ot
Organza
Crepe

Sheeting

Jersey
Broadcloth
Fleece

Denim
Tweed
Coating
Quilting

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

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

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

#9/65-11/75

Blue tip needle

#11/ 75 -14 /9 0

#14 / 90 -16/ 100

Fabric 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.

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Setting the Spool of Thread

Horizontal spool pin

Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool
pin.

Attach the large spool holder, and press it rmly against

the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the
supporter.

q Spool pin
w Spool of thread
e Large spool holder
r Supporter

The small spool holder is used with narrow or small
spools of thread.
t Small spool holder

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Extra spool pin

The extra spool pin is for winding bobbins without
unthreading the machine.

Insert the extra spool pin into the hole.

The extra spool pin should point to the bobbin winder
tension disk.

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

y Extra spool pin
u Hole for extra spool pin
i Bobbin winder tension disk

Bobbin Winding

Removing the bobbin

Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right

and remove the hook cover plate.

Lift out the bobbin.
q Hook cover release button

w Hook cover plate
e Bobbin

r

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.

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Winding the bobbin

NOTE:

Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for

bobbin winding.

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z Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread

around the bobbin winding tension disk.
q Bobbin winding tension disk

x Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside

to the outside.

c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

v Push the bobbin to the right.

The bobbin icon appears on the LCD display.

w Bobbin icon

b

n m

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

the machine. Stop the machine when it has wound a

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

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

will stop spinning automatically.

Stop the machine and return the bobbin winder to its

original position by moving the spindle to the left.

NOTE:

Do not move the bobbin winder spindle while the
machine is running.

m Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread as shown.

Return the speed control slider position.

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Inserting the bobbin

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CAUTION:

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

z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread

running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook
cover plate.
q End of thread
w Bobbin holder
e Hook cover plate

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

rotate.

Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin

hol d er.

Pull the thread to the left to pass it under the guide.

r Front notch
t Guide

c Draw the thread to the left to pass it into the guide

path marked “1”.

Make sure that the thread comes out from the side

notch of the bobbin holder.
y Guide path 1
u Side notch

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Correct Wrong

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NOTE:

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

uu

v Continue to draw the thread along the guide path

marked “2” and pull the thread to the right through the

slit. The thread will be cut to a proper length and held

in place.
i Guide path 2
o Slit (Thread cutter)

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

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

!0 Hook cover plate

!0

NOTE:

Unless otherwise noted, you can start sewing without
drawing up the bobbin thread.
Refer to page 20 for how to draw up the bobbin
thread.

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Threading the Machine

c

v

b

z

z

x

w

q

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 before threading the
machine.

z Turn the power switch off.

Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread

guide.

x

c

v b

e

w

x While holding the thread near the spool w, draw

the end of the thread down around the check spring
holder e.
w Spool
e Check spring holder

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

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

v Pass the thread through the lower thread guide. Slide

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

b Use the needle threader to thread the needle

(see page 19).

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Needle Threader

z

w

q

CAUTION:

Turn off the power switch 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.

Turn the power switch off.

Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will

go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from
behind.
q Needle up/down button
w Knob
e Hook

e

x c

v

x c

r

e

t

y

x Draw the thread from the left guide to the right guide

and under the hook.
r Left guide
t Right guide

c Draw the thread to the front along the right side of the

right guide.

t

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

the thread loop through the needle.
y Thread loop

b

b Pull the thread through the needle eye.

NOTE:

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

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

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z

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly

with your left hand.

x

c

q

x Turn the power switch on.

Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and
raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread.
q Needle up/down button

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

behind the presser foot.

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w

BASIC SEWING

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

e

To secure the end of seam, press the reverse button and
sew several reverse stitches.
w Reverse button

Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut the threads.
e Thread cutter

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.

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.

q

w

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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q

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

t

y

w

e

y

r

y

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.

t Angle scales
y Cornering guide

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.

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Altering the Needle Drop Position

The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch
patterns 00 to 04 and 36.

q

Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

move the needle to the left.

Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

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

(3.5)(0.0)

(7.0)

q

Altering the Stitch Length

The stitch length can be altered.

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

increase the stitch length.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

decrease the stitch length.
q Stitch length adjusting key

w Stitch length

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

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

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

q

q w e

q w e

q

Locking Stitch

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

This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking

stitch is needed.

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

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

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

Triple Stretch Stitch

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

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

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Stretch Stitch

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

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

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

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Sculpture Stitches

q Stitch pattern: 36
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

You can achieve a lovely hand-worked look when

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

with these stitches.

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q

Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

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

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

used as a decorative stitch.

NOTE:

Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such

as knit, jersey or tricot.

Altering the stitch width

Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

increase the stitch width.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

decrease the stitch width.
q Stitch width adjusting key

w Stitch width

w

e

q

The stitch width of pattern 06 can be changed without
changing its center needle position (M) e.

e Center needle position

Altering the stitch length

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

increase the stitch length.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

decrease the stitch length.
q Stitch length adjusting key

w Stitch length

w

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Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

Place the fabric edge next to the guide on the foot and
sew while guiding the fabric along the guide.
q Guide

CAUTION:

When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the
stitch width at 4.5 or wider, otherwise the needle may
hit the wires on the foot.

q

q w e

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Multiple Zigzag Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 07
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.

Overedge Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 08
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

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

Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams at.
Sew while guiding the fabric edges along the guide on

the foot.
q Guide

NOTE:

q

The stitch width cannot be adjusted to less than 4.5 to

prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

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Knit Stitch

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

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

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

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Double Overedge Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 10
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

This stitch is excellent for sewing fabrics that tend to fray
extensively such as linens and gabardines.

Two rows of zigzag stitches are simultaneously sewn
over the edge to insure that your seams will not ravel.

Sew while guiding the fabric edges along the guide on

the foot.
q Guide

q

NOTE:

The stitch width cannot be adjusted to less than 4.5 to

prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

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Attaching Elastic

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

Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center

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

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

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Buttonholes

The following 3 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 Keyhole buttonhole

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

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Square Buttonhole

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

z

x

q

w

e

r

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

c

t

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

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v

y

i

o

!0

u

!1

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

!2

b

i

!2

i

i

!2

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.

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n

m

!3

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.

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

,

y

!4

, When buttonhole sewing is nished, push the

buttonhole lever upward as far as it will go.
y Buttonhole lever

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.

NOTE:

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

Altering the buttonhole width

Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

increase the buttonhole width.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

decrease the buttonhole width.
q Stitch width adjusting key

q

q

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0.

Altering the buttonhole density

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

decrease the buttonhole density.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

increase the buttonhole density.
q Stitch length adjusting key

NOTE:

The buttonhole density can be adjusted from 0.2 to 0.8.

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Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole

q Stitch pattern: 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.

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Keyhole Buttonholes

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.

q

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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Corded Buttonhole

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

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

c

e

x Start the machine and sew the buttonhole.

Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be

sewn over the cord.

Remove the fabric from the machine, and cut the

sewing threads only.
e Needle thread

r

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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w

Darning Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 20
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

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 3/4˝ (2 cm)
r 9/32˝ (0.7 cm)

w

r

t

u

y

q

Sewing a shorter darning

To sew a darning shorter than 3/4˝ (2 cm), 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 key 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 key q to
set the value to “d1” to “d4”, and make the darn even.

q Stitch length adjusting key

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Tacking

q Stitch pattern: 21
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt
carriers where extra strength is needed.

r

Start sewing

Start the machine and sew until the machine stops

automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm

q

(5/8˝ ) long.

q 1.5 cm (5/8˝)

w

e

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.

r

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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q

Eyelet

q Stitch pattern: 22
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).

q

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 key 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 key

NOTE:

The shape can be adjusted within L1 to L5.

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(A) (B)

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
hol d er.

q Groove
w Pin

q

q

w

e

t

t

r

u

w

o

i

(A): To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper

foot with the pin on the right-hand side.

(B): To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper

foot with the pin on the left-hand side.

Fabric preparation

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

opening size.
q Right side of the fabric

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

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

y

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q

e

w

r

t

Start sewing

z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right

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

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

in place. Set the stitch length and thread tension back

to the original setting.

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

x

c

y

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

side.

Lower the foot onto the topside at the end of the

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

CAUTION:

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

c Sew through all layers next to the fold.

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

the slider on the zipper tape.

Lower the needle slightly into the fabric.

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

Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam.
y Slider
u 5 cm (2˝)

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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.

Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.

i Basting stitch
o Zipper tape

i

o

b

n

!0

b Attach the zipper foot E with the left pin.

Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width to default

value, and thread tension dial to “4”.

Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.7 to 1 cm

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

CAUTION:

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

n Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding

the zipper teeth along the side edge of the foot.

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

the slider on the zipper tape. Lower the needle into
the fabric, and raise the foot. Remove the basting
stitches.
!1 5 cm (2˝)
!2 Basting stitches

m

!3

!1

!2

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

remainder of the seam.

After sewing is nished, remove the basting stitches

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

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Blind Hemming

q Stitch pattern: 11 or 12
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 (for stitch pattern 11)

3 to 6 (for stitch pattern 12)

e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

z

x c

v

(1)

q

w

(2)

q

r

e

w

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

form a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance.
q Wrong side of fabric
w 0.5 cm (1/4˝)

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

edge should be overcast rst.

(2) Fold the hem under the fabric for lightweight

fabrics.

x Place the fabric so that the fold is next to the guide on

the foot.
Lower the presser foot.

Adjust the needle drop position if necessary.

c Sew while guiding the folded edge.

e Folded edge
r Guide

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.

q

Adjusting the needle drop position

Adjust the needle drop position as follows:
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key q to

move the needle to the right.
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key q to
move the needle to the left.
q Stitch width adjusting key

The LCD display shows a distance from the center
needle drop position in millimeters.
The needle drop position can be varied from 0.0 to 1.2.

NOTE:

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

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Button Sewing

eq

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

r

w

Lower the feed dog.

Set the speed control slider at a slower speed.
Set the stitch length at the minimum (0.2).

q Stitch length (0.2)

q

Match the holes of button to the horizontal slot of the

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

Adjust the stitch width so the needle will enter the left

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

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

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

Loosen the thread tension to “1” and increase the stitch
length to 5.0.

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

Knot the threads at the beginning.

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

Knot the threads at the end and distribute the gathers
evenly.

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DECORATIVE STITCHING

Shelltuck

q Stitch pattern: 14
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 Needle
w Fold

If you sew rows of shell tuck, space the rows at least

1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.

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q

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

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Applique

q Stitch pattern: 23
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Presser foot pressure dial: 1 to 3

* The stitch patterns 24-25 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

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(A)

(B)

Select pattern 23.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key e to

decrease the stitch width t.
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key e to

increase the stitch width y.
e Stitch width adjusting key

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

(A) The stitch patterns 23 have a xed center needle drop

position. The stitch width changes symmetrically.

(B) The stitch patterns 24 and 25 have a xed right needle

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

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Pintucking

q Stitch pattern: 03
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

Fold the fabric with the wrong sides together.

Place the folded fabric under the blind hem foot.

Align the edge of the fold with the guide on the foot, and
lower the foot.

Sew while guiding the edge of the fold along the guide.

Open the fabric and press the tuck to one side.

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q Stitch pattern: 23
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls.

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

be removed easily.

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

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

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

in the open space.

Fringing

c

c Remove all excess yarn located to the right of the

stitching and create a fringe.

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Drawn Work

q Stitch pattern: 23
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Drawn work uses the same method as fringing. Choose

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

removed easily.

z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Determine the

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

x

c

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

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

side.

c Remove the yarn or fabric threads between the

stitching.

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Cross Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 33
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns, 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.

q

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

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Fagoting

q Stitch pattern: 32
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 13 and 30 can also be used.

q

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 to 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 to 0.4 cm (1/8˝)
w Paper

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French Knots

q Stitch pattern: 35
w Thread tension dial: 5 to 8
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Select the stitch pattern 35.

Tighten the thread tension to 5 to 8 when sewing.

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w

e

Scallop Stitch

q Stitch pattern: 27
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

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

fabric edge.

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

to cut the thread.

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Smocking

q Stitch pattern: 38
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch pattern 30 can also be used.

Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on
children’s clothes or women’s blouses.

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

Cut the fabric three times wider than the projected width.

Select straight stitch, set stitch length at “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 3 to 6 and select a smocking

stitch pattern.

Sew the smocking stitch pattern between the rows of

straight stitches.

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

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q

Clasp Stitches

q Stitch pattern: 39
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

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Satin Stitches

q Stitch pattern: 41
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

* The stitch patterns 40 and 42 to 43 can also be used.

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

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

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Decorative Stitches

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

* Stitch patterns 45 to 49 can also be used.

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

Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns

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

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

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

(+)

(–)

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

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q

w

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.

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CAUTION:

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

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

in cool dry place.

NOTE:

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

Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle, turn
the power switch off, then unplug the sewing machine.

Remove the needle and presser foot.

Remove the hook cover plate by sliding the hook cover
plate release button to the right. Take out the bobbin.
Brush out dust and lint. (You may also use a vacuum
cleaner.)

z Remove the setscrews on the needle plate with the

screwdriver supplied with the machine. Remove the
needle plate.
q Setscrew
w Needle plate

x Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.

e Bobbin holder

c Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush.

r Lint brush

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w

e

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

t Feed dog
y Hook race

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

You may also use a vacuum cleaner.

Installing the Bobbin Holder

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

the stopper in the hook race.
q Bobbin holder
w Knob
e Stopper

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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Problems and Warning Signals

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

Warning Sign Cause Try this

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.)

The machine is started the with the presser foot raised. Lower the presser foot and

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

Disconnect the foot control.

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

start the machine again.

spindle to the left for stitching.

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

The machine is started after halting due to overload.

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

in the control circuit.

Audible Signal The Buzzer sounds when:

pip Normal operation.

pip-pip-pip Invalid operation or malfunction.

peep E1-E7 error occurred.

pip pi-pi-pi-peep Buttonhole is completed.

Lower the buttonhole lever
and start the machine again.

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

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

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.

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Troubleshooting

Condition Cause Reference

The needle thread
breaks

The bobbin thread
breaks

The needle breaks 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

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

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

The fabric is not
feeding smoothly

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

The machine does
not work

Buttonhole sewing
is not sewn properly

The machine is
noisy

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.

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

2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.

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

4. The thread is wound loosely on the bobbin.

2. The needle clamp screw is loose.

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

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

5. An inappropriate presser foot is used.

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

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

and synthetics.

4. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

5. A poor quality needle is used.

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.

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.

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

1. The machine is not plugged in.

2. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

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

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

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

3. The buttonhole lever is not lowered.

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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Change the bobbin.

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Use the correct foot.

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Use the stretch
stitch needle.

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Change the needle.

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Make stitch shorter.

Apply a stabilizer.

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Make stitch longer.

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Apply an interfacing.

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