Janome Horizon Memory Craft 8900QCP Special Edition Instruction Manual

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 fingers 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 deflect 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, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Europe only:

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

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

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

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

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tabLe of CoNteNts

Names of Parts

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

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

Accessories Storage ...................................................... 5

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

GettiNG ready to sew

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

Machine Operating Buttons ............................................ 7

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

Foot Control .................................................................... 8

Jog Dial .......................................................................... 8

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

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot ....................... 10

Knee Lifter .................................................................... 10

Adjusting the Foot Pressure ..........................................11

Dropping the Feed Dog ................................................. 11

Balancing Thread Tension ............................................ 12

Lockout Key .................................................................. 13

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

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder .................... 14

Dual Feed Foot .........................................................14 -15

Replacing the Needle Plate .......................................... 16

Changing Needles ........................................................ 17

Fabric and Needle Chart .............................................. 17

Winding the Bobbin ..................................................18 -19

Inserting the Bobbin ..................................................... 20

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

Built-in Needle Threader .............................................. 22

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

Selecting the Patterns ............................................. 24-25

Help Key ....................................................................... 26

Customizing Machine Settings ................................ 27-31

traditioNaL sewiNG

Straight Stitch .......................................................... 32-34

Assembling the Extra Wide Table ................................ 35

Using the Cloth Guide .................................................. 35

Customizing the Preset Values of the Stitch Length

and Width ..................................................................... 36

Sewing with the Dual Feed Device............................... 37

Dual Feed Balancing Dial ............................................. 37

Straight Stitch Needle Plate .........................................38

Lock-a-Matic Stitch ....................................................... 38

Locking Stitch ............................................................... 38

Straight Stitch with Left Needle Position ...................... 39

Triple Stretch Stitch ...................................................... 39

Knit Stitch ..................................................................... 39

Zipper Sewing ......................................................... 40-42

Rolled Hem ................................................................... 43

Gathering ...................................................................... 44

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

Basting ......................................................................... 45

Zigzag Stitch ................................................................. 46

Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot stitch) ............................. 47

Overcasting Stitch ........................................................ 47

Knit Stitch ..................................................................... 48

Double Overcasting Stitch ............................................ 48

Overlocking Stitch ........................................................ 49

Blind Hemming ........................................................ 50-51

Shell Tuck ..................................................................... 52

Buttonholes .................................................................. 53

Square (Sensor) Buttonholes .................................. 54-57

Using the Stabilizer Plate ............................................. 58

Memory Buttonholes ...............................................59-60

Round End and Fine Fabric Buttonholes ..................... 61

Keyhole Buttonholes .................................................... 61

Stretch Buttonhole ........................................................ 62

Corded Buttonhole ....................................................... 63

Welted Buttonhole ...................................................64-65

Button Sewing .............................................................. 66

Darning .................................................................... 67-68

Tacking ......................................................................... 69

Fly Stitches ................................................................... 70

Eyelet ............................................................................ 71

Applique ....................................................................... 72

Fringing ......................................................................... 73

Drawn Work ..............................................................73-74

Smocking ...................................................................... 74

Fagoting ........................................................................ 75

Scallop .......................................................................... 75

Patchwork Piecing ........................................................ 76

Patchwork ..................................................................... 76

Quilting ......................................................................... 77

Stippling ........................................................................ 78

Clasp Stitches .............................................................. 78

Free Motion Quilting (1) ................................................ 78

Free Motion Quilting (2) ................................................ 79

Satin Stitches ............................................................... 80

Twin Needle Sewing ................................................ 81-82

ProGrammiNG a PatterN CombiNatioN

Pattern Combination ..................................................... 83

Programming Auto-lock Stitch ...................................... 84

Programming Automatic Thread Cutting ...................... 85

Mirror Image ................................................................. 86

Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image ..................... 87

Sewing the Pattern from the Beginning ........................ 88

Sewing the Pattern Combination from the Beginning .. 88

Bridge Stitches ........................................................89-90

Checking Pattern Combination Length ........................ 90

Monogramming ....................................................... 91-93

Editing a Pattern Combination .................................94-95

Uniform Stitch Adjustment ............................................ 96

Individual Stitch Adjustment ......................................... 97

Storing and Recalling a Pattern combination .......... 98-99

Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns ........................... 100

Care aNd maiNteNaNCe

Cleaning the Hook Area ..............................................101

Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide .................... 102

Problems and Warning Signals ............................103-104

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 105

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NAMES OF PARTS

Names of Parts

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Thread take-up lever

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#0

#4

#1

@0

#3

#2

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@3

@8

@5

@4

@6

@7

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Foot pressure dial

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Reference chart

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Top c o v e r

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Foot storage compartment

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Bobbin thread cutter

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Bobbin winder stopper

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Bobbin winder spindle

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Hole for extra spool pin

!0

Spool holder (large)

!1

Spool pin

!2

Thread tension dial

!3

Face cover

!4

Thread cutter

!5

Extension table (accessory storage)

!6

Needle plate release lever

!7

Start/stop button

!8

Reverse button

!9

Auto-lock button

@0

Needle up/down button

@1

Thread cutter button

@2

Speed control slider

@3

Feed balancing dial

@4

Knee lifter socket

@5

Confirmation button

@6

Jog dial

@7

Function keys

@8

LCD screen

@9

Needle clamp screw

#0

Needle

#1

Zigzag foot A

#2

Needle plate

#3

Hook cover release button

#4

Hook cover plate

#5

Buttonhole lever

#6

Needle threader

#7

Foot holder

#8

Feed dog

#9

Carrying handle

$0

Presser foot lifter

$1

Handwheel

$2

Dual feed balancing dial

$3

Connector for external thread cutter switch

$4

Drop feed lever

$5

Power switch

$6

Foot control jack

$7

Machine socket

$1

$2

$3

$4

$7

$6

$5

$0

NOTE:

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

NOTE:

Sewing machine design and specifications are subject
to change without prior notice.

* Thread cutter switch is an optional item.

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#2

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#1

#3 #4

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@7

!1

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Standard Accessories

Zigzag foot A (set on the machine)

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Rolled hem foot D

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Zipper foot E

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Satin stitch foot F

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Open-toe satin stitch foot F2

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Blind hemming foot G

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Overcast foot M

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1/4˝ seam foot O

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Darning foot PD-H

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Convertible free motion quilting foot QB-S

!0

Close-toe foot

!1

Open-toe foot

!2

Clear view foot

!3

Automatic buttonhole foot R

!4

Buttonhole stabilizer plate

!5

Dual feed foot holder

!6

Dual feed foot AD

!7

Button sewing foot T

!8

Quilting guide bar

!9

Cloth guide

@0

Bobbin (5 pcs.) (1 set on the machine)

@1

Spool holder (large, set on the machine)

@2

Spool holder (small)

@3

Spool holder (special)

@4

Spool supporter

@5

Felt

@6

Extra spool pin

@7

Needle case

@8

Screwdriver

@9

Lint brush

#0

Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)

#1

Knee lifter

#2

Straight stitch needle plate

#3

Touch panel stylus

#4

Power cable

#5

Foot control

#6

Instructional video DVD

#7

Instruction book

#8

Extra wide table

#9

Semi-hard fabric cover

$0

#6

#5

#9 $0

#8

#7

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Accessories Storage

The accessories can be conveniently stored in the foot
storage compartment under the top cover and in the
extension table.

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Under top cover:

q Zigzag foot A
w Overcast foot M
e Zipper foot E
r Satin stitch foot F
t Blind hemming foot G
y Foot holder
u Touch panel stylus
i Clear view foot
o Open-toe foot
!0 Close-toe foot

In extension table:

q Cloth guide
w Straight stitch needle plate
e Bobbin
r Presser foot
t Automatic buttonhole foot R
y Buttonhole stabilizer plate

Other accessories can be also stored in the
compartment.

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Extension Table

The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be removed for free-arm sewing.
q Extension table
w Free-arm

To detach:

Draw the table out to the left.

To attach:

Slide the table on the base and push the table to the
right.

Free-arm sewing

Free-arm sewing is used for stitching sleeves,
waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garments.
It is also useful for darning socks or mending knees or
elbows.
w Free-arm

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GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply

z First make sure the power switch q is off.
x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord

into the machine socket e.

c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t,

and turn the power switch q on.

q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Machine socket
r Power supply plug
t Wall outlet

NOTE:

Make sure to use the power supply cable that came
with the machine.
If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds
before turning it on again.

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If you wish to use the foot control, pull out the cord from
the foot control and insert the pin connector into the jack
on the machine.

z First make sure the power switch q is off.
x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord

c Draw out the cord from the foot control and insert the

v Insert the power supply plug y into the wall outlet u,

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

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 the
machine 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.

into the machine socket e.

pin connector r into the jack t on the machine.

and turn the power switch on.

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NOTE:

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

Operating Instructions:

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

For the U.S.A. and Canada only

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 it 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.

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(A) (B)

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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 first few
stitches, it then runs at the speed set by the speed
control slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this
button is pressed.
The button will turn red when the machine is running, and
green when it has been stopped.

Pressing and holding this button while sewing will slow
down the sewing speed and the machine will stop when
the button is released.

NOTE:

•Thestart/stopbuttoncannotbeusedwhenthe

foot control is connected to the machine.

•Themachinewillnotstartifthepresserfootisup

and the LCD screen shows message (A) or (B).

Lower the presser foot and start the machine

•Youcanselectthedesiredstart-upspeedfrom

slow, normal or high (refer to page 29).

w Reverse button

When sewing stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10,
11, D96, D97 (D97S), D98 (D98S), 164, 165, 166 or 167,
the machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse
button is pressed.

If stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10, 11, D94,
D95 (D95S), D96 (D96S), 164, 165, 166 or 167 has
been selected and the foot control is not connected,
the machine will start sewing in reverse as long as the
reverse button is pressed.

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

e Auto-lock button

When sewing stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10,
11 D94, D95 (D95S), D96 (D96S), 164, 165, 166 or 167,
the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and
automatically stop when the auto-lock button is pressed.

When sewing all other patterns, the machine will sew to
the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and
stop automatically.

The machine will trim the threads automatically after
locking the stitch when the auto thread cutting option is
turned on.

r Needle up/down button

Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down.
The machine will stop with the needle in down position.
However, you can change the needle stop position in the
setting mode (refer to page 29).

NOTE:

The LED signal y is turned on when the down　
position is selected and vice versa.

t Thread cutter button
Press this button when you finish sewing to trim the
threads. The needle bar automatically rises after trimming
the threads (refer to page 33).

NOTE:

The LED signal u is turned on when the auto thread
cutter is selected (refer to page 85).
Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
#30 or thicker.

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Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider

You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed
control slider according to your sewing needs.
To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the
right.
To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Foot Control

Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed.
The harder you press the foot control, the faster the
machine runs.

NOTE:

The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the
speed control slider when the foot control is fully
depressed.

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Cord storage

The cord of the foot control can be conveniently stored in
the cord storage under the base cover of the foot control.

q Base cover
w Cord
e Hook

Operating Instructions:

Foot control model 21380 is for use with this sewing
machine.

Jog Dial

q Jog dial

The jog dial is used for selecting stitch patterns,
characters and certain settings.

Turn the jog dial clockwise or counterclockwise with your
fingertip to browse patterns or settings.

w Confirm button

Press the confirm button to select the desired pattern or
settings.

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Function Keys

q Stitch width adjusting key (refer to pages 34, 46, 57)
Press this key to alter the stitch width or needle drop
position.

w Stitch length adjusting key (refer to pages 34, 46, 57)
Press this key to alter the stitch length.

e Edit key (refer to pages 24, 57, 94)
Press this key to edit the programmed pattern
combinations.

r Startover key (refer to page 88)
Press this key to sew a pattern combination from the
beginning.

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!1 Clear key (refer to pages 30, 36, 95, 99)

Press this key to delete the last memorized pattern.
Press and hold this key until the buzzer sounds to delete
the whole pattern combination.

!2 Auto thread cutter key (refer to page 85)
Press this key before sewing, if you wish to cut the
threads automatically after finishing sewing with a locking
stitch.
When programming a pattern combination, press this
key after the last programmed pattern to cut the threads
automatically after finishing sewing.
The LED signal on the thread cutter button will turn on
when the auto thread cutter key is pressed.

t Twin needle key (refer to pages 81-82)
Press this key when sewing with a twin needle.

y Elongation key (refer to page 80)
Press this key to elongate satin stitch patterns.

u Mirror image key (refer to pages 86-87)
Press this key to sew a mirror image of the selected
pattern.

i Memory key (refer to pages 36, 69)
Press this key to register programmed pattern
combinations.
Up to 50 stitch patterns combination can be memorized.
This key is also used to customize the default settings of
stitch length and width.

o Mode key (refer to page 24)
Press this key to open the group selection window.

!0 Monogram key (refer to pages 91-92)
Press this key to select one of 5 letter styles available.

!3 Direct pattern selection keys (refer to page 25)
Press one of 6 keys to select a stitch pattern directly.

!4 Set key (refer to page 27)
Press this key to open the machine setting window for
customizing the machine settings.

!5 Favorite setting key (refer to page 36)
Press this key to view information on the selected pattern.

!6 Memory recall key (refer to pages 98-99)
Press this key to memorize the selected pattern or recall
the memorized pattern.

!7 Help key (refer to page 26)
Press this key to view information on the selected pattern.

!8 Lockout key (refer to page 13)
Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys are
deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press this key again.

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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.
q Presser foot lifter

Youcanraisethepresserfoothigherthanthenormalup

position. This allows for changing the needle plate, and
also helps you to place thick layers of fabrics under the
foot.
w Extra lifted position

NOTE:

Do not turn the hand wheel of press the up/down
needle button when the presser foot is in the extra
lifted position.

Knee Lifter

The knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing
patchwork, quilting etc, since it allows you to handle the
fabric while your knee controls the presser foot.

Attaching the knee lifter

Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the
knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.

q Knee lifter
w Knee lifter socket

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Adjusting the knee lifter

The angle of the knee lifter can be adjusted to fit you.
Loosen the setscrew and slide the angle bar in or out to
adjust the angle of the knee lifter.
Tighten the setscrew to secure the angle bar.

e Setscrew
r Angle bar

Using the knee lifter

Push the knee lifter with your knee to easily move the
presser foot up and down.

Youcancontrolhowhighthefootrisesbytheamountof

knee pressure you exert.

NOTE:

Do not touch the knee lifter while stitching, otherwise
the fabric will not be fed smoothly.

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Adjusting the Foot Pressure

The foot pressure can be adjusted with the foot pressure
dial located under the top cover.

The dial has 7 setting positions from 1 to 7.
For ordinary sewing, set 5 at the setting mark.

q Foot pressure dial
w Setting mark

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Reduce the pressure when sewing fine synthetics and
stretch fabrics.
To reduce the pressure, set the dial at a lower number.

The recommended dial setting for the selected pattern
will be show on the LCD screen.
For example, set the dial at 4 for applique stitches.

e Recommended setting

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Dropping the Feed Dog

The feed dog can be lowered for basting, sewing on
buttons, free motion quilting etc.

Shift the drop feed lever toward you to lower the feed
dog.

q Drop feed lever
w Feed dog

Shift the drop feed lever away from you to raise the feed
dog, it will return to the up position when you start the
machine.

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NOTE:

If you start the machine with the feed dog lowered, a
message will appear on the LCD screen.
The machine will not run with the feed dog lowered
when pattern number 23-33, 35-40 or monogram is
selected.

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Balancing Thread Tension

Auto-thread tension

For general sewing, set the thread tension dial at AUTO,
which covers a wide range of sewing conditions.
Recommended tension setting for the selected pattern is
indicated on the LCD screen.

q Thread tension dial
w Recommended tension setting

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NOTE:

Manual thread tension adjustment may be required
when the stitch width is set more than “7.0” (see
below).

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Balanced thread tension

For straight stitch sewing, both needle and bobbin
threads will join at the middle of the fabrics.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread

For zigzag stitch sewing, the needle thread will appear
slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread

Manual thread tension adjustment

YoushouldadjustthetensionmanuallyiftheLCDscreen

shows a tension setting other than AUTO.

Youmayalsoneedtoadjusttensionmanuallydepending

on the sewing conditions such as the type of fabric and
number of layers.

If the needle thread is too tight, the bobbin thread
appears on the right side of the fabric.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread

Turn the thread tension dial to a lower number to
decrease the thread tension.

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If the needle thread is too loose, the needle thread loops
on the underside of the fabric.

q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread

Turn the thread tension dial to a higher number to
increase the thread tension.

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Lockout Key

Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys are
deactivated.

To unlock the machine, press this key again.

Changing the Presser Foot

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.

Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the
presser foot lifter.
Press the black lever on the back of the foot holder.
The presser foot will drop off.

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Attaching the presser foot

Place the presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just
under the groove of the foot holder.
Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place.
Each foot is marked with an identification letter.

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t Presser foot
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Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.

Removing the foot holder

Raise the needle to the highest position.
Raise the presser foot and loosen the setscrew.
Remove the foot holder.

q Presser bar
w Foot holder
e Setscrew

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Attaching the foot holder

Attach the foot holder to the presser bar from the rear.
Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.

NOTE:

Lower the presser foot when loosening and tightening
the thumbscrew if it is hard to access.

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Dual Feed Foot

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.

z Raise the needle to its highest position.
Raise the presser foot lifter.

q Presser foot lifter

w Needle

x Loosen the setscrew.

Remove the foot holder.

e Foot holder
r Setscrew

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c

t

u

v

c Attach the dual feed foot holder to the presser bar.

Tighten the setscrew lightly with your finger.

t Dual feed link
y Dual feed foot holder
u Upper feed drive
i Dual feed foot

v Push the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed

drive.

b

n

y

i

b Lower the presser foot lifter. Lower the needle to the

lowest position by turning the handwheel.

n Tighten the setscrew securely with the screwdriver.

w

Replacing the dual feed foot

Pull the foot toward you to remove it.

Insert the pins of the foot into the slits of the foot holder
and gently push the foot until it snaps into place.

q Pin

w Slit

q

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z

Replacing the Needle Plate

Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing fine
fabrics or sewing with the dual feed foot.

x

c

q

r

w

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the needle plate.

z Raise the needle to the highest position.
Raise the presser foot lifter to the extra lifted position.

q Presser foot lifter
w Needle

x Slide the extension table to the left to remove it.

Push down the needle plate release lever and the

needle plate will snap off.

e Needle plate release lever
r Needle plate

e

c Place the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.

Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.

v

t

v Push down on the needle plate mark until the needle

plate locks in place.

Lower the presser foot to the normal up position.
Press the lockout key to unlock or turn the

power switch on. Make sure the straight stitch is
automatically selected.

Turn the hand wheel slowly and make sure that the

needle does not hit the needle plate.

t Needle plate mark

CAUTION:

Never press the needle plate release lever while
running the machine.

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q

e

Changing Needles

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
changing the needle.

Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button
and lower the presser foot.
Turn the power switch off.

Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove the needle
from the clamp.
q Needle clamp screw

w

r

Fabric Thread Needle

Lawn
Georgette

Fine

Medium

Heavy
weight

NOTE:

1 x twin needle, 2 x blue tip needle (#11/75), 1 x red
tip needle (#14/90) and 1 x purple tip needle (#14/90)
are included in the needle case (Part No. 859856005).

Tric o t
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

Blue tip needle
Universal needle
#9/65-11/75

Red tip needle
Purple tip needle
Universal needle
#11 / 75 -14 / 9 0

Red tip needle
Purple tip needle
Universal needle
#14/ 9 0-16/10 0

Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat
side of the needle to the rear.
When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it
up against the stopper pin and tighten the needle clamp
screw firmly with a screwdriver.
w Flat side
e Stopper pin

To check needle straightness, place 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 blunt needle.
r Gap

Fabric and Needle Chart

•Forgeneralsewing,useredneedle.

•Finethreadsandneedlesshouldbeusedforsewing

fine fabrics.

•Ingeneral,usethesamethreadforbothneedleand

bobbin.

•Useabluetipneedleforsewingnefabrics,stretch

fabrics, tricot and buttonholes to prevent skipped
stitches.

•Useapurpletipneedleforsewingknits,freequilting

and across the hem to prevent skipped stitches.

•Useastabilizerorinterfacetostretchornefabrics

to prevent seam puckering.

•Alwaystestthethreadandneedlesizeonasmall

piece of the same fabric you will use for actual
sewing.

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e

w

r

q

Winding the Bobbin

Removing the Bobbin

Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and
remove the hook cover plate.
q Hook cover release button
w Hook cover plate

Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder.
e Bobbin

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.

t

q

w

e

e

r

y

Setting the spool of thread

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.
q Large spool holder

NOTE:

Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small
spools of thread.
w Small spool holder

Spool Holder (special)

Use the spool holder (special) when using a long spool of
thread as shown.
e

9.5 - 10.5mm (3/8 - 7/16inch)

r 70 - 75mm (2-3/4 - 3inch)

Attach the spool holder (special) by inserting it into the
hole of the spool of thread. Make sure there is no gap
between the spool holder and the spool of thread.
t Spool holder (special)
y No gap

r

q

w

e

Extra spool pin

Use the extra spool pin when you need to wind a bobbin
without unthreading the machine while working on a
sewing project.
Insert the extra spool pin into the spool supporter and
then into the hole beside the horizontal spool pin.
Place the felt on the spool pin and place a spool of thread
on it as shown.
q Extra spool pin
w Spool supporter
e Hole for extra spool pin
r Felt

NOTE:

The extra spool pin is also used for twin needle
sewing.

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Winding the bobbin

NOTE:

Set the speed control slider at the fastest position.

r

e

z

q

c

x

w

r

z Pull the thread from the spool.

Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread

into the guide slot.

q Guide slot

x Be sure that the thread is pulled down under the notch

and into the space below the guide slot as shown.

w Notch

c Draw the thread to the left and forward around the

thread guide.

Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around

and under the guide plate.

Firmly pull the thread to the right while holding it with

both hands.

e Thread guide
r Guide plate

v

n

m

,

t

y

i

b

u

.

o

v Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
t Bobbin
y Bobbin winder spindle

b Pass the thread to the bobbin.

Hold the thread with both hands and wind it around

the bobbin clockwise several times.

n Insert the thread into one of the slits of the flange plate

and pull the thread to cut.

u Flange plate
i Slit

m Push the bobbin to the right. The bobbin winding

window appears.

, 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.

. Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread with thread cutter.
o Thread cutter

NOTE:

For safety purposes, the machine will automatically
stop approximately 90 seconds after starting bobbin
winding.

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Inserting the Bobbin

z

x

q

z Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread

running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook
cover plate.

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
threading the machine.

x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not

rotate. Guide the thread into the front notch of the
bobbin holder. Pull the thread to the left to pass it
under the guide.

q Front notch
w Guide

w

c

v

r

y

Correct

t

r

e

r

Wrong

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.

e Guide path 1
r Side notch

NOTE:

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

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.

t Guide path 2
y Slit (Thread cutter)

b

u

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

Push down the hook cover plate to fit in place.
u Hook cover plate

NOTE:

Unless otherwise noted, you can start sewing without
drawing up the bobbin thread.
Refer to page 23 for how to draw up the bobbin
thread.

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n

b

m

c

,

z x

v

Threading the Machine

Raise the presser foot lifter to raise the presser foot.
Turn the power switch on.
Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up
lever to the highest position.
Press the lockout key or turn the power switch off.
Pass the thread in the order from z to ,.

CAUTION:

Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
threading the machine.

c

v

y

z

r

e

r

q

x

b

w

u

z Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread

into the guide slot.

q Guide slot

x Be sure that the thread is pulled down under the notch

and into the space below the guide slot as shown.

w Notch

c Hold the thread with both hands and draw the thread

around the corner of the guide.

Firmly pull the thread toward you along the right

channel until the thread snaps.

e Corner of the guide
r Right channel

v Draw the thread down along the right channel and

around the bottom of the thread guide plate. Pull the
thread up along the left channel.

r Right channel
t Thread guide plate
y Left channel

n m ,

i

o

t

b While holding the thread at the spool, firmly draw the

thread up and to the back of the take-up lever. Draw
the thread forward to slip it into the eye of the take-up
lever.

u Eye of the take-up lever

n Then pull the thread down along the left channel and

through the lower thread guide.

i Lower thread guide

m Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide

from the right.

o Needle bar thread guide

, Thread the needle with the needle threader (refer to

the next page).

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z

Built-in Needle Threader

NOTE:

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

 Threadsize50to90isrecommended.

•Theneedlethreadercannotbeusedwiththetwin
needle.

q

CAUTION:

Alwaysmakesuretopressthelockoutkeytolockout
themachinebeforeusingthebuilt-inneedlethreader.

x

e

t

y

r

w

z TurnthepowerswitchON.

  Presstheneedleup/downbuttontoraisetheneedle.
  Pressthelockoutkeytolockthemachine.
  Pulldowntheneedlethreaderknobasfarasitwillgo.
  Thethreaderhookcomesoutthroughtheneedleeye

frombehind.

q Needleup/downbutton
w Lockoutkey
e Threaderknob
r Threaderhook

x Drawthethreadfromlefttoright,undertheleftguide,

threaderhookandrightguide.

  Drawthethreadaroundtherightguidetowardyou.

t Leftguide
y Rightguide

c

v

c Raisethethreaderslowlysoaloopofthethreadis

pulledupthroughtheneedleeye.

u Threadloop

u

v Removethethreadendthroughtheneedleeyetothe

re a r.

NOTE:

Theneedlethreadercannotbeusedwiththetwin
needle.

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Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

z

w

x

e

q

After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin
holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the
bobbin thread.
However, you need to draw up the bobbin thread when
sewing gathering stitches, etc.

z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin

holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according
to the instructions on page 20, but leave a 10 cm (4˝)
tail of bobbin thread as shown.

q Bobbin thread

NOTE:

Do not cut the bobbin thread with the thread cutter.
w Thread cutter

x Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly

with your left hand.

e Needle thread

c

r

v v Pull the needle thread to bring up the loop of bobbin

t

b

c Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and

raise the needle.

r Needle up/down button

thread.

t Loop of bobbin thread

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

presser foot.

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q

w

e

Selecting the Patterns

The stitch patterns are classified into 11 groups and
monogramming.
To select the desired stitch pattern, refer to the reference
chart inside the top cover to identify the stitch group and
pattern number.

q The stitch patterns that start with “D” (for example, D1,

D2 or D94) can be sewn with the dual feed foot AD.

w The stitch patterns end with “S” (D1S, D2S, D3S, D4S,

D95S or D96S) can be sewn with the straight stitch
needle plate.

e The stitch patterns shaded with red can be turned

over vertically (refer to page 86).

z

x

w

t

e

r

q

NOTE:

When the straight stitch needle plate is attached to
the machine, the patterns not suitable for the straight
stitch needle plate cannot be selected.

z When turning the power switch on, the LCD screen

will show the straight stitch D1 selected.

Press the mode key and the group selection window

will open.

q Mode key
w Group selection window

x Turn the jog dial or press the edit key to browse

through the groups.

e Jog dial
r Edit key

NOTE:

To close the group selection window, press the cross
mark with the touch panel stylus.
t Cross mark

c

c Press the confirm button in the center of the jog dial to

select the group enclosed with a frame, or press the
icon of the desired group with the touch panel stylus.

y Confirm button
u Touch panel stylus

y

u

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v

v The pattern selection window will open.

Turn the jog dial and press the confirm button, or

press the stitch icon to select the desired stitch
pattern.

b

u

i

o

!0

!2 !3

!1

b The LCD screen will display the pattern number and

stitch image, along with information such as stitch
width and length, recommended foot, foot pressure
and tension setting.

u Stitch image
i Pattern number
o Stitch width
!0 Stitch length
!1 Recommended presser foot type
!2 Foot pressure
!3 Tension setting

NOTE:

A message window will be displayed briefly when
certain stitch pattern is selected.

CAUTION:

Do not press the surface of the LCD screen with hard
or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like.
Use the touch panel stylus to press the LCD screen.

Direct pattern selection

YoucanselectthestitchpatternsD1-D4,D95,andD96

dir e c t l y.
When attaching the straight stitch needle plate, you can
select the stitch patterns D1S-D4S, D95S and D96S
dir e c t l y.

q Direct pattern selection keys

q

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q

w

Help Key

Pressing this key will show alternative applications and
useful information for the following stitch patterns:

q Help key

When one of the above patterns is selected, the “?” mark
is displayed.
w “?” mark

Example: Stitch pattern D1 is selected.

When you press the help key, the following will be
displayed on the LCD screen as you turn the jog dial.

z

x

c

v

e

z The first page shows the zigzag foot A and quilting

guide bar for quilting.

x The second page shows the rolled hem foot D for

rolled hemming applications.

NOTE:

Arrow marks indicate that there are previous and next
pages to be displayed.

e Arrow marks

c The third page shows the zipper foot E for zipper

sewing applications.

v Pages A1 to A6 and D1 to D5 show step-by-step

instructions on how to engage and disengage the dual
feed device.

NOTE:

Use the jog dial to scroll through the pages.
To close the help window, press the help key again.

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w

e

Customizing Machine Settings

You can customize the machine settings to your
preference.

q

Press the set key and the LCD screen will show the
machine setting window.
q Set key
w Machine setting window

To close the machine setting window, press the cross
mark.
e Cross mark

r

t

Turn the jog dial to select the desired item to set and
press the confirm button
r Jog dial
t Confirm button

Screen brightness

The screen brightness can be adjusted from level 0 to 20.
The preset level is 10.

Turn the jog dial to adjust the screen brightness.
Press the confirm button to register the new setting.

Buzzer sound

The level of the buzzer sound can be adjusted and you
can mute the buzzer in normal operation.

Turn the jog dial to select the desired sound level; mute,
low normal or loud.
Press the confirm button to register the new setting.
You can select the desired level by also pressing a sound
level icon with the touch panel stylus.

NOTE:

Items and settings can also be selected by pressing
the relevant icon on the LCD screen.

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q

Sub window display time

A sub window will appear when selecting certain patterns
such as buttonholes.
The duration of the sub window display can be altered.

q Sub window

Turn the jog dial to select x0.5 (1 second), x1.0 (2
seconds) or x1.5 (3 seconds).
The preset time is x1.0 (2 seconds).
Press the confirm button to register the new setting.

Resumption setting

The last pattern sewn before turning the power off can be
recalled when turning the power on again by setting the
resumption setting on.

q

w

Turn the jog dial to select the normal set or resumption
set. Press the confirm button to register the new setting.

q Normal set
w Resumption set

Language selection

You can choose one of the 15 languages for screen
display.
Turn the jog dial to select the desired language.
Press the confirm button to register the new setting.

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q

w

e

Needle stop position setting

The machine always stops with the needle in the down
position except when sewing buttonholes, specialty
stitches, monograms, etc. However you can select the
needle stop position to up or down.
Turn the jog dial to select down or up position. Press the
confirm button to register the new setting.
The LED signal e is turned on when the down position is
selected.
The LED signal e is turned off when the up position is
selected.

q Needle down position
w Needle up position
e LED signal

Start-up speed setting

The machine will start running slowly and the sewing
speed will gradually increase to maximum when pressing
the start/stop button.

You can select the desired start-up speed from slow,
normal or high.

q

Turn the jog dial to select the speed. Press the confirm
button to register the new setting.

Resetting favorite stitch length and width to default

All the customized stitch length and width settings can be
reset to the original settings.

Press and hold the clear key or clear icon to reset all the
settings to default.
q Clear icon

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q

Deleting stored pattern combinations

All the pattern combinations stored in the memory bank
can be deleted at one time.

Press and hold the clear key or clear icon to delete all the
stored pattern combinations.
q Clear icon

Resetting all to default

The following customized settings can be reset to the
original settings.

•Brightnessofthescreen

•Buzzersound

•Subwindowdisplaytime

•Resumptionsetting

•Needlestopposition

•Startupspeedsetting

q

Press and hold the clear key to reset all the settings to
default.
q Clear icon

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Touch panel calibration

If the touch panel keys seem out of alignment, calibrate
the key position as follows.

z

x

c

v

z Press the center of the stitch width adjusting key with

the touch panel stylus.

x Press the center of the stitch length adjusting key with

the touch panel stylus.

c Press the center of the edit key with the touch panel

stylus.

v Press the “+” sign that appears on the LCD screen

with the touch panel stylus.

b

n

q w e r

t

b Press the center of the D4S key with the touch panel

stylus.

n Press the “ ” sign that appears on the LCD screen

with the touch panel stylus.

The new settings are registered.

When turning the power on, the opening window shows
the customized settings that you have made.

q Buzzer sound
w Sub window display time
e Resumption setting
( mark appears when the setting is on.)

r Start up speed setting
t Language selection

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e

q

r

w

TRADITIONAL SEWING

Straight Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1 or D1S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or

Dual feed foot AD
r Foot pressure: 5

Starting to sew

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

Pull the needle thread towards the rear and lower the
presser foot.

NOTE:

Pull the needle thread to the left when using satin
stitch foot F, open-toe satin stitch foot F2 or a

buttonhole foot R

Depress the foot control or press the start/stop button to
start sewing.
Gently guide the fabric along the seam guide letting the
fabric feed naturally.

.

utomatic

q

q

w

Securing seams

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

Press the reverse button once when sewing the
lock-a-matic stitch (pattern D2) or locking stitch (pattern
D3) and the machine will lock the stitches off and stop
automatically.

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 you start sewing from extreme edge
of thick fabrics or sewing across a hem.
Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where you
wish to start sewing.
Lower the foot while pushing the black button in. The foot
is locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping.

q Thick fabrics
w Black button

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 presser foot and start sewing in a new
direction.

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q

Cutting threads

To cut the threads after finishing sewing, press the thread
cutter button. The needle bar will automatically go up
after trimming the threads.
q Thread cutter button

NOTE:

The thread cutter button does not function when the
presser foot is up.
Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut
specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter
does not work well.

r

e

w

w

q

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

Needle plate guides

The seam guides are marked on the needle plate, free
arm and hook cover.
The seam guides for 1/4˝, 3/8˝ and 5/8˝ are also marked
on the front of the needle plate.
q Seam guides on the front of the needle plate

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

The cornering guides are very useful when turning a
square corner.
e Cornering guide

The angle scales on the needle plate are useful for
patchwork piecing. (refer to page 76)
r Angle scales

w

q

5/8˝

Cornering guide

To maintain a 5/8˝ seam allowance after turning a square
corner, use the cornering guide on the needle plate.

Stop sewing when the front edge of fabric reaches the
cornering guide lines.

Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric 90 degrees.

Lower the presser foot, and begin stitching in the new
direction.
q Cornering guide
w Fabric edge

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q

Adjusting the needle drop position

The needle drop position of the straight stitches can be
altered by pressing the stitch width adjusting key.

NOTE:

The value in brackets q indicates the preset setting.

The needle drop position can be adjusted for straight
stitch patterns D1–D4, 5, 8, D94–D98, D95S, D96S, 140,
141, 164–167, 170, 172 and 173.

4.5 9.00.0

Press the “ ” sign on the key to move the needle bar to
the right.

Press the “ ” sign on the key to move the needle bar to
the left.

Adjusting the stitch length

The stitch length can be altered by pressing the stitch
length adjusting key.
The stitch length indication will change as the key is
pressed.

q

5.001.00 2.40

NOTE:

The value in the brackets q indicates the preset
setting.

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

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

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Assembling the Extra Wide Table

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w

r

q

q

w

y

Peel off the backing paper from the rubber soles and
attach to the bottom of the legs.

q Rubber sole
w Leg

Attach the 6 legs to the table top with the setscrews.

e Setscrew
r Tab l e t o p

Remove the extension table.
Place the assembled table on the machine as shown so
the table catches the pin on the backside of the free arm.
t Pin

Adjust the height of the table top by turning the adjusting
screw.
y Adjusting screw

Using the Cloth Guide

Remove the extension table and attach the extra wide
table.
Attach the cloth guide to the free arm by pushing the cloth
guide down to snap it in place.
Slide the cloth guide to the desired position.
Place the fabric with its edge against the cloth guide and
sew.

q Cloth guide
w Free arm

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Customizing the Preset Values of the Stitch
Length and Width

The preset values of the stitch length and width are
optimized for each pattern.
However, you can change the preset values to suit your
sewing preferences.

Example:To change the preset value of the stitch length
“2.40” to “3.00”.
Select the stitch pattern you wish to change the preset
value.
The indication of stitch width and length are in the
brackets.
q Custom setting value

Press the stitch length adjusting key to adjust the stitch
length to “3.00”.
w Stitch length adjusting key

Press the favorite setting key. The LCD screen will
display the custom setting window.
e Favorite setting key

y

w

q

e

Press the memory key r or its icon t on the LCD
screen to save the favorite settings.
r Memory key
t Memory icon

The LCD screen will return to the previous window and
the symbol “C” will appear on the screen to indicate that
the preset values have been changed.
y Symbol “C”

Restoring the default settings

Select a pattern for which you have changed the preset
settings.

Press the favorite setting key q. The LCD screen will
show the custom setting window with the customized
settings.
q Favorite setting key

Press the clear key e or its icon w on the LCD screen to
restore the default settings.
w Clear icon
e Clear key

r

The LCD screen will return to the previous window and
the symbol “C” will disappear r.
The preset values will return to the default setting (the
same settings as when you purchased the machine).

NOTE:

To restore all of the custom stitch settings, refer to
page 29.

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Sewing with the Dual Feed Device

Patterns number D1, D2, D3, D4, D94, D95, D96, D97,
D98, D1S, D2S, D3S, D4S,D95S and D96S can be sewn
with the dual feed device.

The dual feed device is extremely effective for sewing
with hard to feed material such as vinyl or leather. It also
eliminates layer slippage.

NOTE:

See page 14–15 for how to attach the dual feed foot
and to engage the dual feed device.

Sewing

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

Pull the needle thread toward the rear.
Lower the presser foot.

Start sewing at medium speed. Gently guide the fabric
along the seam guide letting the fabric feed naturally.

(A)

q

w

When seaming plaid fabrics, match the plaids of the
upper and lower layers and pin them together.

Dual Feed Balancing Dial

The dual feed balancing dial should be set at “0”.
However, you may need to adjust the dual feed balance
with this dial since the effect of the dual feed varies
depending on the type of fabric.

Test sew on scrap piece of the fabric you intended to sew
to check the feed balance.

(A): If the lower layer puckers, turn the dual feed
balancing dial toward “+”.
(B): If the upper layer puckers, turn the dual feed
balancing dial toward “–”.

q Dual feed balancing dial
w Upper layer
e Lower layer

(B)

e

e

w

Set the feed balancing dial to “0” after the dual feed
sewing.

NOTE:

Reducing the foot pressure will also improve the feed
balance.

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Straight Stitch Needle Plate

The stitch patterns end with “S” (D1S, D2S, D3S, D4S,
D95S or D96S) can be sewn with the straight stitch
needle plate.

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w

q

q

r

w

Replace the needle plate with the straight stitch needle
plate (refer to page 16).
“S” mark will appear at the end of the pattern number
when the straight stitch needle plate is attached.
q Straight stitch needle plate
w S mark

NOTE:

When the straight stitch needle plate is attached to
the machine, the patterns not suitable for the straight
stitch needle plate cannot be selected.

Lock-a-Matic Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: D2 or D2S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or

Dual feed foot AD
r Foot pressure: 5

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q once. The machine
will sew four reverse stitches, four forward stitches, and
then stop sewing automatically.
q Reverse button

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q

q

q

r

w

Locking Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: D3 or D3S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or

Dual feed foot AD
r Foot pressure: 5

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

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w

Straight Stitch with Left Needle Position

Machine settings

q Pattern: D4 or D4S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or

Dual feed foot AD
r Foot pressure: 5

Use this stitch to seam the edge of fabrics.

Triple Stretch Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 5
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

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q

r

w

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

Knit Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 6 or 7
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 4

This is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate
puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while
permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.

Stitch pattern 7 is a stretch stitch in the left needle
position.
Use this stitch when seaming thin fabrics such as tricot
and fine jersey.

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Zipper Sewing

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zipper foot E

Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

NOTE:

The needle drop position should be adjusted when
sewing with the zipper foot E.

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e r

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u

w

o

i

Fabric preparation

Add 1 cm (3/8“) to the zipper size. This is the overall
opening size.

q Right sides of the fabric
w 1 cm (3/8“)
e Opening size
r Zipper size
t End of the zipper opening

Place the right sides of the fabric together and sew to the
end of the opening with a 2 cm (5/8˝) seam allowance.
Reverse stitch to lock the seams.
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 (5/8“) seam allowance
u Basting
i Reverse stitches
o Seam stitches

y

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w

r

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

t

x

c

y

x Attach the zipper foot E.

Adjust the stitch width to 7.5–8.5.
Lower the foot onto the topside at the end of the zipper

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

Sew along the zipper guiding the zipper teeth along

the side edge of the foot.

CAUTION:

Be sure that the needle do not strike the presser foot
when the zipper foot or zipper teeth is attached and
stitch width is adjusted.

c Sew through all layers next to the fold.
Stop 5 cm (2˝) before zipper foot E reaches the slider

on the zipper tape.
Lower the needle slightly into the fabric.
Raise the foot and open the zipper to clear the slider.
Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam.
y Slider
u 5 cm (2˝)

u

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v

v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with

the right side facing up.

Attach the Zigzag foot A.
Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 4.5 (default

value) and thread tension dial to 1.

Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
i Basting
o Zipper tape

i

o

b n

m

!0

!1

!2

b Attach the zipper foot E.

Adjust the stitch length to default value, stitch width to

0.5–1.5, thread tension dial to “AUTO”.

Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.7-1 cm
(3/8˝) and turn the fabric 90 degrees.
!0 0.7-1 cm (3/8˝)

CAUTION:

Be sure that the needle do not strike the presser foot
when the zipper foot or zipper teeth is attached and
stitch width is adjusted.

n Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding

the zipper teeth along the side edge of the foot.

Stop about 5 cm (2˝) from the top of the zipper.
Unfasten the basting stitches.
!1 5 cm (2˝)
!2 Basting stitches

m Lower the needle into the fabric, raise the foot, and

open the zipper.

Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam,

making sure the fold is even.

Remove the basting threads after seaming.

!2

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Rolled Hem

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Rolled hem foot D
r Foot pressure: 5

Sewing

z Fold the edge of the fabric twice, 6 cm (2 - 3/8˝) in

length and 0.3 cm (1/8˝) in width.
q 6 cm (2 - 3/8˝)
w 0.3 cm (1/8˝)

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c

e

r

x Place the fabric aligning the edge of the hem with the

guide on the foot.
Lower the foot and sew 1-2 cm (1/2˝-1˝) while pulling

both thread to the back.
e Threads

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

Raise the foot and insert the folded portion of the

fabric into the curl of the foot.
Lower the foot, and then sew by lifting up the edge of

the fabric to keep it feeding smoothly and evenly.
r Curl of the foot

0.6 cm

t

0.6 cm

NOTE:

Trim the corner 0.6 cm (1/4˝) to reduce bulk.
t 0.6 cm (1/4˝)

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Gathering

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1
w Thread tension: 1
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

e

q

r

0.6 cm

w

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

NOTE:

Pull up the bobbin thread and draw a 10 cm (4˝) thread
tail to the back before starting to sew.
Use the thread cutter on the face cover.

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.

Pintucking

Machine settings

q Pattern: D4
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G
r Foot pressure: 5

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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Basting

Machine settings

q Pattern: 8
w Thread tension: 1−3
e Presser foot: Darning foot PD-H
r Foot pressure: 5
t Feed dog: Lowered

Attaching the darning foot PD-H

Attach the darning foot PD-H to the presser bar by
putting the pin on the needle clamp screw.

q Pin
w Needle clamp screw

Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.

To sew

Hold the fabric taut and depress the foot control.
The machine will make one stitch and stop automatically.
Slide the fabric to the rear for the next stitch.

NOTE:

Use foot control for your convenience when basting.

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Zigzag Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 9 or 10
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

Zigzag stitch is used for various sewing needs including
overcasting. It can be used on most woven fabrics.
A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for applique.

Adjusting the stitch length

The stitch length of the zigzag stitches can be altered by
pressing the stitch length adjusting key.

NOTE:

The value in brackets q indicates the preset setting.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
increase the stitch length.

q

w

(A) (B)

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
decrease the stitch length.
w Stitch length

Adjusting the stitch width

The stitch width of the zigzag stitches can be altered by
pressing the stitch width adjusting key.

NOTE:

The value in brackets q indicates the preset setting.

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.

w Stitch width

w

(A): The pattern number 9 has a fixed center needle drop

position. The stitch width changes symmetrically.

(B): The pattern number 10 has a fixed right needle drop

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

e Fixed right needle position

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Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot stitch)

Machine settings

q Pattern: 11
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

This stitch is used to finish 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 the seam allowance close to the
stitches.

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q

r

w

Overcasting Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 12
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Overcast foot M
r Foot pressure: 5

This stitch can be used to simultaneously seam and
overcast edges of fabrics.
Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams flat.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
then sew.
q Edge of fabric
w Guide

NOTE:

The stitch width cannot be changed.

q

w

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Knit Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 13
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Overcast foot M
r Foot pressure: 4

This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics
as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the
greatest amount of elasticity and strength.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
then sew.
q Edge of fabric
w Guide

NOTE:

The stitch width cannot be changed.

e

q

q

r

w

Double Overcasting Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 14
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Overcast foot M
r Foot pressure: 5

This is an excellent stitch for 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 fabric will not ravel.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
then sew.
q Edge of fabric
w Guide

NOTE:

The stitch width cannot be changed.

q

w

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Overlocking Stitch

Machine settings

q Pattern: 15
w Thread tension: 6–8
e Presser foot: Overcast foot M
r Foot pressure: 5

This stitch finishes the edges of fabric similar to a
commercial overlocking machine for a professional look.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
then sew.

q Edge of fabric
w Guide

NOTE:

The stitch width cannot be changed.

q

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Blind Hemming

Machine settings

q Pattern: 16 or 17
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G
r Foot pressure: 5

q w

e e

tt

r

i

y

u

Select pattern 16 for woven fabrics or pattern 17 for
elastic fabrics.

Folding the fabric

Fold the fabric to make a hem as shown.
q Heavy fabric
w Fine to medium fabric
e 0.4 – 0.7 cm (3/16˝–1/4˝)
r Overcasting
t Wrong side of fabric

Sewing

Position the fabric so that the fold comes to the left side of
the guide on the foot.
Lower the presser foot.
Adjust the position of the needle swing with the stitch
width adjusting key so that the needle just pierces the
folded edge of the fabric when the needle comes over to
the left side.

Sew guiding the fold along the guide.
y Guide on the foot
u Fold

Open the fabric with the right side up.
The stitches on the right side of the fabric will be almost
invisible.
i Right side of fabric

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r

e

Changing the needle drop position

Press the stitch width adjusting key.
The LCD screen shows the distance between the left
needle position and the guide in millimeters r.

Press the “ ” sign to move the needle to the right.
Press the “ ” sign to move the needle to the left.
q Left needle drop position
w Right needle drop position
e Guide on foot
r Distance between the left needle position and the
guide

w

q

→ ←

NOTE:

The stitch width of patterns 16 and 17 cannot be
changed, but the needle drop position will move.

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Shell Tuck

Machine settings

q Pattern: 18
w Thread tension: 6−8
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the
fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.

Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge to create

ashellededge.Youmayneedtoincreasetheneedle

thread tension.
q Folded edge

w Right needle drop position

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

1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.

Youcanalsosewshellstitchesonknitsorsoftsilky

woven fabrics in any direction.

w

q

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Buttonholes

Variety of buttonholes
23 Square (Sensor) buttonhole

This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy weight fabrics.
The buttonhole size is automatically determined by
placing a button in the foot.

24 Square (Memory) buttonhole

This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor
buttonhole, but you can manually set and memorize the
buttonhole size to sew buttonholes of the same size.
This buttonhole is useful for bulky fabrics or when sewing
on uneven layers.

25 Round end buttonhole

This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics
especially for blouses and children’s clothes.

26 Fine fabric buttonhole

This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on
fine, delicate fabrics such as fine silk.

27-29 Keyhole buttonholes

The Keyhole Buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy weight fabrics. It is also suitable for larger and
thicker buttons.

30-32 Stretch buttonholes

This buttonhole can be used on stretch fabrics. It can
also be used as a decorative buttonhole.

33 Welted buttonhole

This is a template pattern for the hand sewn welted
(bound) buttonhole.

NOTE:

Patterns number 25-33 are sensor buttonholes and the
sewing procedure is the same as pattern number 23.

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q

r

q

w

Square (Sensor) Buttonholes

Machine settings

q Pattern: 23
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

Sensor buttonhole

Patterns number 23 and 25 to 33 are sensor buttonholes.
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 sensor buttonholes, the LCD screen
advise you to lower the buttonhole lever.

NOTE:

It is sometimes necessary to change buttonhole size
to match certain heavy or specific 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 fine fabrics.

w

e

Sewing

z Pull open the button holder of the automatic

buttonhole foot R, and place the button in the button
holder. Push it tightly against the button.

q Button holder

x Attach the buttonhole foot. Raise the presser foot.

NOTE:

The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing a
button into the button holder on the foot.
The button holder of the foot takes button sizes up to

2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.
Check the length of the test buttonhole, and adjust the
buttonhole length if necessary by turning the adjusting
screw on the buttonhole foot.
To increase the buttonhole length, turn the adjusting
screw to move the marker toward “L”.
To decrease the buttonhole length, turn the adjusting
screw to move the marker toward “S”.
w Adjusting screw
e Marker

c

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

the 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 hand wheel.

r Starting point

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t

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v Lower the buttonhole foot and pull down the

buttonhole lever as far as it will go.
t Buttonhole lever

NOTE:

Use the stabilizer plate when sewing thick fabrics or
sewing across hems (refer to page 58).

NOTE:

Make sure there is no gap between the slider and
front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of
position or the left and right lengths will be different.

y No gap
u Starting point
i Gap

b

ii

u u u

i

b Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to

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

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n

n The buttonhole is sewn automatically in the sequence

shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine
will stop automatically with the needle in the up
position.

Press the thread cutter button and remove the fabric.

NOTE:

If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole
lever, the LCD screen will show a warning and
the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the
buttonhole lever down and start sewing.

m

,

m After you finish buttonhole sewing, push the

buttonhole lever up as far as it will go.

, Place a pin just below the bartack at each end to

prevent accidentally cutting the threads. Cut the
opening with the seam ripper. Use an eyelet puncher
to open a keyhole buttonhole.

Double layer buttonhole

To make a sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of
buttonhole stitches over the previous stitches.
After the buttonhole is finished, do not raise the foot or
buttonhole lever, simply start the machine again.

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Manual settings

The buttonhole width can be adjusted by pressing the
stitch width adjusting key.

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.

Stitch width adjusting key

q

Narrower buttonhole

w

Wider buttonhole

e

NOTE:
The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0.

q

w e

q

Adjusting the buttonhole opening width

The buttonhole opening can be adjusted by pressing the
edit key.

Press the “ ” sign on the edit key to make the opening
width wide.

Press the “ ” sign on the edit key to make the opening
width narrower.

Edit key

q

Narrower opening buttonhole

w

Wider opening buttonhole

e

NOTE:
The buttonhole opening can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.

Adjusting the buttonhole stitch density

The buttonhole stitch density can be adjusted by pressing
the stitch length adjusting key.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
make the buttonhole stitch less dense.

Press the “ ” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
make the buttonhole stitch denser.

w e

Stitch length adjusting key

q

Denser buttonhole

w

Less dense buttonhole

e

NOTE:
The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.20 to 1.00.

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Using the Stabilizer Plate

The stabilizer plate holds and supports the fabric so it is
helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick
fabrics.

z

x

z Insert the tab of the stabilizer plate q into the slot w

of the buttonhole foot.

q Stabilizer plate
w Slot

w

q

x Place the button on the button holder of the foot.

Attach the buttonhole foot to the machine.Insert the
fabric between buttonhole foot and stabilizer plate.
Press the needle up/down button twice and remove
the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread　
between the foot and stabilizer plate.

c

c Place the fabric between the buttonhole foot and

stabilizer plate. Lower the needle into the starting
point by turning the hand wheel.

Lower the foot and buttonhole lever.
Start the machine while pulling the needle thread

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

NOTE:

The sewing procedure is exactly the same as that for
B1 sensor (square) buttonholes.

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Memory buttonholes

Machine settings

q Pattern: 24
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R or

Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

NOTE:

Use satin stitch foot F where the automatic buttonhole

foot R cannot be used.

NOTE:

Youdonotneedtopulldownthebuttonholelever.

If you wish to sew a buttonhole longer than the size

permitted by the automatic buttonhole foot R, use

satin stitch foot F.

c

z Pull the button holder all the way out.

x Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric.

Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle

at the starting point.

Lower the foot and start sewing while pulling the

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

c Sew the left side up to the required buttonhole length
and stop the machine. Then press the reverse button.
q Reverse button.

q

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v Start sewing again, and the machine sews back with

a straight stitch.

Stop the machine when you reach the starting point.
Then press the reverse button.
q Reverse button

q

b

n

w

b Start sewing again, and the machine sews the front

bartack and right side of the buttonhole.

Stop the machine when you reach the ending point.
Then press the reverse button.
w Ending point

q

n Start sewing again, and machine sews the back

bartack and locking stitches then stops automatically
with the needle in the up position.

m

m When the buttonhole is finished, a message will

appear.

To make the next buttonhole, position the fabric and

start sewing again. The message disappears and the
machine sews another buttonhole identical to the first
one then stops automatically.

To sew another buttonhole in a different size press the

mem o r y key.

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Round End and Fine Fabric Buttonholes

Machine settings

q Pattern: 25 or 26
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

The sewing procedure is the same as the square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 54-56).
The machine will sew a buttonhole in the order shown.
q Starting point

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0.
The buttonhole opening can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.
The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.20 to 1.00.

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Keyhole Buttonholes

Machine settings

q Pattern: 27, 28 or 29
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

The sewing procedure is the same as the square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 54-56).
The machine will sew a buttonhole in the order shown.

Use an eyelet puncher to open a keyhole buttonhole.

q Starting point
w Eyelet puncher

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 5.6 to 9.0.
The buttonhole opening can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.
The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.20 to 1.00.

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Stretch Buttonhole

Machine settings

q Pattern: 30 or 32
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

The sewing procedure is the same as the square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 54-56).
The machine will sew a buttonhole in the order shown.
q Starting point

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0.

The buttonhole opening can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.

The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.50 to 1.00 for
pattern 30 and 0.50 to 2.50 for pattern 32.
If the stitch balance of the left and right row is not even,
correct it by turning the feed balancing dial
pa ge 100).

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Stretch Buttonhole

Machine settings

q Pattern: 31
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

The sewing procedure is the same as the square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 54-56).
The machine will sew a buttonhole in the order shown.
q Starting point

NOTE:

The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0.

The buttonhole opening can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.

The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.70 to 1.20.

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Corded Buttonhole

Machine settings

q Pattern: 30 or 31
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

w

Place the button on the button holder on the buttonhole
foot.
Hook a filler cord on the spur on the front of the foot.
Bring the ends of cord toward the back and under the
foot.
Bring up the ends of the cord and insert both ends
between the ribs and metal plate.
q Spur
w Metal plate

q

To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure
as a square buttonhole.

Lower the needle into the fabric where the buttonhole will
start.
Lower the foot and buttonhole lever.
Pull the needle thread lightly to the left.
Start the machine to sew the buttonhole over the cord.
The machine stops automatically when finished.

Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing
threads only.

Cut the filler cord at both ends as close to the buttonhole
as possible.

To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to page 56.

NOTE:

Set the stitch width in accordance with the thickness

of filler cord used.

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Welted Buttonhole

Machine settings

q Pattern: 33
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

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

Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right

z

sides together.

Wrong side of patch

q

Right side of garment fabric

w

Select pattern 33.

x

Sew the welted buttonhole on both fabrics together.
Cut the buttonhole opening as illustrated then pull the
patch out through the slit to the other side.

Wrong side of patch

q

Right side of garment fabric

w

Right side of patch

e

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

c

showing. Use an iron to press both corner ends until
they are squared off.

Right side of patch

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Wrong side of garment fabric

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Fold back each side of the patch to form buttonhole

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lips.

Wrong side of patch

q

Right side of patch

e

Press both folds with an iron.

b

Right side of patch

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Wrong side of garment fabric

r

Baste both edges of the seam with a needle and

n

thread by hand.

Right side of garment fabric

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

and forth beside the original seam to secure flaps of
the patch.

r Wrong side of garment fabric
t Sew back and forth

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

three times over the triangular end.

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

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

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

e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

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

fabric. Mark the 4 corners with pins as shown.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄1

⁄2

⁄3

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

on the facing in the same way as step x.

Four marker pins show you the corner points on the

facing. Fold back each flap between the facing and
patch.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

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

shown.

y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄3 The welted buttonhole is complete.
u Garment fabric

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Button Sewing

Machine settings

q Pattern: 34
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Button sewing foot T
r Foot pressure: 5
t Feed dog: Lowered

Attaching the button sewing foot T

Insert the rear pin on the foot into the rear groove of the
foot holder.
q Rear pin

w Rear groove
Gently lower the presser bar while holding the foot with

your fingers.

Sewing

Lower the feed dog.
Place a button on the fabric and lower the needle into the
left hole of the button by turning the handwheel with your
hand.
Lower the foot to hold the button in place, aligning the
direction of the button.

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel until the
needle bar swings to the right.

Press the stitch width adjusting key so the needle enters
into the right hole of the button.

Start sewing and continue until the machine stops
automatically.

Remove the fabric from the machine.

Pull the bobbin threads to bring the needle threads down
to the wrong side of the fabric.
Tie the threads together.

NOTE:

Do not use the thread cutter button to cut the threads.
Otherwise, you cannot tie the threads.

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Darning

Machine settings

q Pattern: 35
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R
r Foot pressure: 5

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z Attach the Automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the

button holder all the way out.
Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle

at the starting point. Then lower the foot.

q Button holder
w Starting point

x Start the machine and sew to the required length, then

press the reverse button. This sets the darning length.

Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically.
e Reverse button
r Required length

c Sew another layer of darning over the first layer, at a
right angle to it.

NOTE:

The maximum darning length is 2 cm (3/4˝) and the

maximum width is 0.9 cm (3/8˝).

To sew the same size darning

When finished sewing, a confirmation message will
appear.
Simply start the machine to sew another darning in the
same size.
To sew the next darning in a different size, press the
mem o r y key.

To sew a shorter darning

Sew the first line to the desired length and stop the
machine.
Press the reverse button and start the machine again.
The machine will sew the rest of the darning and stop
automatically.

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d1–d4 d6–d9

To adjust the evenness of darning stitches

Youcancorrectunevennessofdarningstitchesby

pressing the “ ” or “ ” key of the stitch length
adjusting key.
If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the “ ”
key to correct it, and vice versa.

NOTE:

The evenness can be adjusted within d1 to d9
(default setting is d5).

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Tacking

Machine settings

q Pattern: 36
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

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

Sewing

Lower the needle at the starting point.
Lower the foot and sew until the machine stops
automatically.
The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm (9/16˝) long
automatically.

q Tacking
w Starting point
e 1.5 cm (9/16˝)

→ →

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Sewing a shorter tack

To sew a tack shorter than 1.5 cm (9/16˝), first stop the
machine after sewing the required length, and then press
the reverse button.
The required length has been determined.

e

Start the machine and continue sewing until the machine
stops automatically.

q Starting point
w Required length
e Tack length
r Reverse button

Sewing the same size tack

To sew another tack at the same size, simply start the
machine and it will stop automatically when finishing
sewing.

r

Sewing the tack at a different size

To sew the next tack at a different size, press the memory
key to memorize a new size and start sewing from the
beginning.

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Fly Stitches

Machine settings

q Pattern: 37
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use on a
zipper fly bottom and on the side pockets of men’s pants.

Attach the satin stitch foot F.

To sew :

Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle at
the starting point.
Sew the stitch until the machine stops automatically.
q Starting point

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Eyelet

Machine settings

q Pattern: 38-40
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

The eyelet is used for belt holes etc.

Sewing

Sew until the machine stops automatically.
Open the eyelet with an eyelet puncher or pointed
scissors.

Starting point

q

q

S1 S3

Adjusting the shape of an eyelet

Correct the shape of the eyelet as follows:
If the eyelet gap opens, press “ ” on the stitch length
adjusting key.
If the eyelet overlaps, press “ ” on the stitch length
adjusting key.

Eyelet gap opens

q

Eyelet overlaps

w

NOTE:

The shape can be adjusted within S1 to S3 (default
setting is S2).

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Applique

Machine settings

q Pattern: 41–56
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F or

Open-toe satin stitch foot F2
r Foot pressure: 4

Place an applique on the fabric and baste it in place or
use a fusible web to secure the applique in place.
Guide the applique fabric, so that the needle falls off the
edge of the applique when the needle swings to the right.

(A)

(B) (C)

(A): The patterns number 50 and 51 have a fixed left

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

(B): The patterns number 41 to 43 have a fixed center
needle drop position.
The stitch width changes symmetrically.

(C): The patterns number 44 to 49 and 52 have a fixed
right needle drop position. When you change
the stitch width, the left needle drop position will
change.

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Fringing

Machine settings

q Pattern: 41
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 4

Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls.
Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can
be removed easily.

Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single
strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin.

Sew down the left side so the right hand stitches fall in
the open space.

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Remove all excess yarn located to the right of the
stitching and create a fringe.

Drawn Work

Machine settings

q Pattern: 41
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 4

Drawn work uses the same method as fringing. Choose
a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be
removed easily.

z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Determine the

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

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

hand stitches fall in open space. After finishing the left
side, press the mirror key. Sew down the other side
(refer to page 86 for mirror image sewing).

q Mirror image key

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c Remove the yarn or fabric threads between the

stitching.

Smocking

Machine settings

q Pattern: 64
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

* Stitch patterns can also be used.

Choose a soft, lightweight fabric such as batiste,
gingham or challis. Cut the fabric three times wider than
the projected width.

Sew rows of straight stitches, 1 cm (3/8˝) apart with the
stitch length “3.0” to “5.0” and thread tension dial at “1” to
across the area to be smocked.
q 1 cm (3/8˝)

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

NOTE:

Pull up the bobbin thread and draw a 10 cm (4˝)
thread tail to the back before starting to sew.
Use the thread cutter on the face plate.

Select a smocking stitch and return the thread tension
dial to “AUTO”.
Sew the smocking stitches between the gathered rows.

Remove the straight stitches between the gathered rows.

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Fagoting

Machine settings

q Pattern: 68
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

* Stitch patterns can also be used.

Use this stitch 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 away backing 0.3 cm
(1/8˝) apart.

q 0.3 cm (1/8˝)

Sew slowly, guiding the fabric so the needle catches the
folded edge on each side.

After finishing sewing, tear away the paper.

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Scallop

Machine settings

q Pattern: 81
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
r Foot pressure: 5

* Stitch patterns can also be used.

Sew scallops 1 cm (3/8˝) from the fabric edge.

Trim the allowance close to the stitches.
Make sure not to cut the stitches.

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Patchwork Piecing

Machine settings

q Pattern: D94-D96, D95S or D96S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: 1/4˝ seam foot O or

Zigzag foot A or
Dual feed foot AD
r Foot pressure: 5

Select pattern D95.
Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Sew
while guiding the edge of the fabric along the guide on
the foot to keep a precise 1/4˝ seam allowance.

q Guide
w Right sides of the fabric

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Angle scales on the needle plate

You can easily seam patchwork pieces at the desired
angle without marking, by using the angle scales on the
needle plate.
The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120
degrees.
Use the broken lines when piecing the patchwork pieces
with the 1/4˝ seam foot O as illustrated.

q Broken line

NOTE:

Use the solid lines when piecing the patchwork pieces
with the zigzag foot A. Align the edge of the fabric to
the 1/4˝ seam guide line.

w Solid line
e 1/4˝ seam guide line

Patchwork

Machine settings

q Pattern: 108
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

* Stitch patterns can also be used.

Open the seam flat with the right side up and sew
patchwork stitch along the seam line.

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Quilting

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1 or D1S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or

Dual feed foot AD

r Foot pressure: 5
t Quilting guide bar

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Attaching the quilting guide bar

The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel,
evenly spaced rows of stitching.

Insert the quilting guide bar into the opening and slide the
quilting guide bar to the position according to the desired
space between seams.

q Opening on the foot holder
w Quilting guide bar
e Space between seams

Sewing

Sew while tracing the previous seam with the quilting
guide bar.

Quilting guide bar for dual feed foot

Insert the quilting guide bar into the hole in the rear of the
foot holder.
Shift the quilting guide bar to the desired spacing.

q Quilting guide bar
w Hole

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Stippling

Machine settings

q Pattern: 103
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F or

Open-toe satin stitch foot F2
r Foot pressure: 5

* Stitch patterns can also be used.

A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy
method to quilt small areas.

Place a quilt layer and sew.

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Clasp Stitches

Machine settings

q Pattern: 106
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

You can close quilt layers and using the clasp stitch.
Select stitch pattern 106. Press the memory key.
Select pattern L.S.
Start sewing.
The machine sews clasp stitch and locking stitch then
stops automatically.

Free Motion Quilting (1)

Machine settings

q Pattern: D4S
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Convertible free motion quilting

foot QB-S

r Foot pressure: 5
t Feed dog: Lowered

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Attaching the convertible free motion quilting foot

Attach the straight stitch needle plate (refer to page 16).
Loosen the setscrew and remove the foot holder.

Attach the convertible free motion quilting foot to the
presser bar and tighten the setscrew firmly with the　
screwdriver.
Place the fabric under the foot.
Adjust the height of the foot by turning the round nut until
bottom of the foot barely touches top of the fabric.

q Setscrew
w Presser bar
e Round nut

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Changing the foot

This foot is comes with the closed-toe foot attached,
however, it is convertible to the open-toe foot and clear
view foot.
To change the foot, raise the foot and turn the round nut
to bring the foot to the lowest position.
Remove the setscrew and remove the closed-toe foot.
Attach the desired foot and secure it with the setscrew.
Adjust the height of the foot (see above).

q Setscrew
w Closed-toe foot
e Open-toe foot
r Clear view foot

Sewing

Baste or pin the quilt layers. Draw a quilt design on the
top fabric with a washable maker.

Sew at medium speed while guiding the quilt layers with
your hands.
Move the quilt layers 3 mm (1/8˝) or less per stitch.

CAUTION:

Do not select any pattern other than the straight stitch

with left needle position.

Do not move the quilt layers toward you when the

open-toe foot is attached.

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Free Motion Quilting (2)

Machine settings

q Pattern: D1, D4, D1S, D4S, 9 or 10
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Darning foot PD-H
r Foot pressure: 5
t Feed dog: Lowered

Free-quilting with darning foot PD-H

Stitch patterns D1, D4, D1S, D4S, 9 and 10 can also be
used for the free motion quilting. Use the darning foot
PD-H when sewing those patterns.

NOTE:

A message appears when starting the machine with

the feed dog lowered.

Start sewing again to proceed sewing.

The sewing procedure is the same as the free motion
quilting (1) (see above).

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Satin Stitches

Machine settings

q Pattern: 144 – 163
w Thread tension: AUTO
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Foot pressure: 5

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

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Elongation ratio
Example: Pattern number 147

Select pattern number 147.
Press the elongation key to select the desired elongation
ratio.
Elongation ratio is indicated in multiples of the original
pattern length; X1 (original length) to X5.

q Elongation key
w Elongation ratio

The stitch length and width can also be changed.

X1 X2 X3 X4 X5

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Twin Needle Sewing

The utility stitches and decorative stitches shown on the
left can be sewn with a twin needle.

Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with
the standard accessories.

CAUTION:

Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key

before changing the needle.

Do not use twin needles other than one included in

the standard accessories, otherwise the needle may

hit the needle plate, foot or hook and break.
q Lockout key

b

v

x

c

z

b

w

Insert the extra spool pin into the hole in the foot storage
compartment.
Place a spool of thread on the extra spool pin and fix the
spool with the spool holder.
w Extra spool pin

Draw both threads from the spools and pass them
through the threading points from z to b.
Make sure that the two strands of thread from the spools
do not get tangled.

NOTE:

Threading from points z to b is the same as for a

single needle (refer to page 21).

Slip one of the threads through the needle bar thread

guide on the left, and the other one on the right.

Thread the needles from front to back.

NOTE:

The needle threader cannot be used with the twin

needle.

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Press the twin needle key and select the desired pattern.
Patterns not suitable for twin needle sewing cannot be
selected.
Buttonholes and specialty stitches such as darning or
eyelet, and monogram cannot be selected.

e Patterns not suitable for twin needle sewing
r Twin needle key
t Twin needle icon
y Maximum width (3.0)

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NOTE:

When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the
stitches first before you sew on the garment.
Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin
needle sewing.
Use the threads #60 or finer.
When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle
and presser foot then turn the fabric.

Select the desired pattern suitable for twin needle sewing.
Press the twin needle key.
The LCD screen shows a twin needle icon and the
maximum permissible stitch width is restricted to 3.0 mm.
The needle drop position of straight stitches is restricted
to between 3.0 and 6.0.

After twin needle sewing is finished, replace the twin
needle with a single needle.

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PROGRAMMING A PATTERN
COMBINATION

Pattern Combination

Example:

NOTE:

•Patternsinthedifferentgroups,lettersand
numberscanalsobeprogrammed.

•Checktensionbalancebytestsewing.

 Manualtensionadjustmentmayberequiredwhen

sewingapatterncombination.

•Up to 50 stitch patterns combination can be

memoried.

Programming patterns 147 and 151.

z

x

c

v

z Selectpattern147.

x Press the memory key.

c Selectpattern151.

v Press the memory key or confirm button.

b

q

b Startsewing.Combinationofpatterns147and151

willbesewncontinuously.

NOTE:

Ifyoupresstheauto-lockbuttoninthemiddleof
sewing,themachinewillsewtotheendofthecurrent
pattern,sewlockingstitchesandstopautomatically.

q Auto-lockbutton

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Programming Auto-lock Stitch

Example:

The machine will sew the pattern, auto-lock stitch, and
stop automatically.

Programming patterns 147 and auto-lock stitch.

z

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z Select pattern 147.

x Press the memory key.

c Select pattern “L.S”.
q Auto-lock sign

v Start sewing. Pattern 147 and auto-lock stitch will be

sewn automatically.

The auto-lock stitch will be sewn to the beginning and

end of the stitch pattern.

w Auto-lock stitch

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Programming Automatic Thread Cutting

To cut the threads automatically after sewing the pattern
combination, press the auto thread cutter key after
programming the pattern combination.
The cutter sign will be indicated on the LCD screen and
the LED signal on the thread cutter button will turn on.
q Auto thread cutter key
w Cutter sign
e LED signal

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z Select pattern 147.

x Press the memory key.

c Select pattern 151.

v Press the memory key.

b Press the auto thread cutter key.

n Start sewing.

The machine will sew the pattern combination,

auto-lock stitch and cut the threads, then stop
automatically.

NOTE:

If you wish to cut the threads automatically after
sewing the desired pattern, press the auto thread
cutter key after selecting the desired pattern.

When a pattern in the buttonhole group is selected,
the machine will cut the threads and stop automatically
after the pattern is completed.
r Buttonhole group

When a pattern in any other group is selected,
pressing the auto-lock button or reverse button
will cause the machine to cut the threads and stop
automatically.

Patterns 8 and 34 cannot be used for the auto thread
cutting.

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Mirror Image

z

x

q

Example:

z Select pattern 247.

x Press the mirror image key to turn over the pattern

horizontally. The vertical mirror sign is displayed.

q Vertical mirror sign

Pattern 247 and its mirror image

c

v

w

e

c Press the mirror image key again to turn over the

pattern vertically.
The horizontal mirror sign is displayed.
The stitch pattern will be back to normal if the pattern

cannot be turned over horizontally.

w Horizontal mirror sign

v Press the mirror image key again to turn over the

pattern vertically and horizontally.
The mirror image (vertical and horizontal) sign is

displayed.

e Mirror image sign (Vertical and horizontal)

b

b Press the mirror image key again to back to the

original orientation.

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Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image

z

x

c

v

q

Example:

Select pattern 150.

z

Press the memory key.

x

Select pattern 150 again.

c

Press the mirror image key to turn over the pattern.

v

q

Pattern 150 and its mirror image

Vertical mirror sign

b

n

Press the memory key.

b

Start sewing.

n

The machine will sew the pattern combination

repeatedly.

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z

Sewing the Pattern from the Beginning

If you have to stop sewing in the middle of a pattern and
wish to sew it over again, press the startover key to sew
the pattern from the beginning.

Example:

Select pattern 147. Start sewing.

z

Pattern 147

x

c

v

z

x

e

q

w

x Sewing stopped.
q Stopped position

c Press the startover key.
w Startover key
e Startover sign

v Sewing starts from the beginning of the pattern.

Sewing the Pattern Combination from the
Beginning

If you have to stop sewing in the middle of a pattern
combination and wish to start sewing again from the
incomplete pattern, press the startover key to select the
pattern you wish to start over from.

Example:

z Program the pattern combination 147, 151 and 148.
Start sewing.

Pattern combination 147, 151 and 148

q

c

e

w

v

e e

x Sewing stopped.
q Stopped position

c Press the startover key. The start over sign appears.
w Startover key
e Startover sign

v Sewing starts from the pattern with the start over sign.

NOTE:

If you press the startover key again, the startover sign
will move forward one by one.
Move the startover sign you wish to start over from.

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Bridge Stitches

Stitch patterns number 164 to 171 are bridge stitches,
which are used to insert straight stitches after a stitch
pattern.

Example: Combination of pattern 57 and pattern 168

z

x

c

v

z Select pattern 57.

x Press the memory key.

c Select pattern 168.

v Press the memory key.

b

q

q

b Two counts of the straight stitch are added to pattern 57.

q Bridge stitch

NOTE:

The number on the right of the stitch image indicates
stitch counts to be inserted.
The stitch length and needle drop position of patterns
164 to 167 and 170 are independent from those of the
combined pattern.
Patterns 168, 169 and 171 will inherit the stitch length
and needle drop position of a previous pattern in the
programmed pattern combination.

Use patterns 164-167 with satin stitches.
q Pattern 166

Use pattern 170 if you wish to add straight stretch
stitches.

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w

q

Use a blank space if you wish to insert a space between
stitch patterns.

w Blank space

w

Checking Pattern Combination Length

Youcancheckthetotallengthofthepatterncombination

by pressing on the stitch image window.
q Stitch image window

The readout of the total length is a theoretical value
and the actual length may vary depending on sewing
conditions.

w

t
e

r

Press the close key to close the window.

w Total length of the pattern combination
e Total number of the stitch pattern
r Total stitch number of the pattern combination
t Close key

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w

e

r

t

q

Monogramming

Selecting a letter style

Press the monogram key.

q Monogram key

The monogram selection window will open.

Press the monogram key to select the letter style.

The following 5 styles are available.

w Block

e Script

r Broadway

t Russian

y 9 mm monogram

y

q w e r t y u i

o

Selecting a character

Turn the jog dial clockwise or counterclockwise to select

the desired character and press the confirm button.

Youcanalsoselectthedesiredcharacterbypressingthe

icon of the font.

The LCD screen shows the upper case alphabet, lower

case alphabet, upper case European letters 1 and 2,

lower case European letters 1 and 2, and numbers in this

order.

q Upper case alphabet

w Lower case alphabet

e Upper case European letters 1

r Upper case European letters 2

t Lower case European letters 1

y Lower case European letters 2

u Numbers and Symbols

i Symbols

Youcanalsoselectacharacterbypressingtheiconof

the desired case group and the character with the touch

panel stylus.

o Icons

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Programming a monogram

z

x

c

v

Example:

Press the monogram key.

z

Select letter “R”.

x

Press the memory key.

c

Press the monogram key.

v

To program “

R&B

”

b

n

m

, .

w

q

Press the numbers and symbols icon q.

b

Select letter “&”.

n

Press the Upper case alphabet icon w.

m

Select letter “B”.

,

Press the auto thread cutter key.

.

⁄0 ⁄0

automatically.

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The machine will sew “R&B”, cut the threads and stop

w

q

e r

Spacing

To enter the space in monogramming, press one of

the three space icons on the lower right corner of the

monogram selection window.

q Space icons

w Small-size space

e Medium-size space

r Large-size space

Monogram size

When the stitch width is set at “9.0”, the actual sewing

result of monogramming size will be slightly smaller than

9 mm.

To sew monogramming of full 9 mm height (uppercase

alphabet only), select 9 mm monogram from the letter

style (see page 91).

9.0 mm

A a j y

A

Ё

A

1 2

Reducing the size of letters

To reduce the height of character to approximately 2/3 of

its original size, select the character with the edit key and

press “ ” of the stitch width adjusting key.

NOTE:
The size of 9 mm monogram cannot be reduced.

2/3

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e

Editing a Pattern Combination

Viewing a long combination

The LCD screen only shows up to 5 patterns or 10
characters at a time.
If the entire combination is not displayed, press the edit
key to view the rest of the combination.

Press the right arrow “ ” on the edit key to shift the
cursor to the right.
Press the left arrow “ ” on the edit key to shift the

qw

cursor to the left.

NOTE:
Arrow signs ( , ) on the LCD screen indicate that
there is the rest of the combination in that direction.

r

e

r

Once sewing has started, the cursor appears under the
first pattern and will shift to the right as you sew.

Press the edit key again to view the hidden patterns or to
edit the pattern combination.
The cursor will blink and can be moved to the desired
position.

q Right arrow
w Left arrow
e Cursor
r Arrow sign

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Deleting and inserting the patterns

Example: Deleting pattern “B” and inserting “W” from

“ABC”.

z

x

c

z Press the edit key to shift the cursor under pattern “B”.

x Press the clear key.

Pattern “B” will be deleted.

c Enter “W”.

Pattern “W” will be inserted between “A” and “C”.

NOTE:

Pressing and holding the clear key will delete all the
programmed patterns and the LCD screen will return
to the display prior to programming.

Duplicating a pattern

z

x

Example:

z Press the edit key to shift the cursor under the pattern

to be duplicated.

x Press the memory key and a “W” will be duplicated

after the pattern “W”.

Duplicating a “W”.

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q w

Uniform Stitch Adjustment

The stitch width and length of the programmed patterns
can be uniformly adjusted.

Example 1: Adjusting the stitch width of the programmed
pattern 184 and its mirror image

Shift the cursor to the right of the last programmed
pattern.

Press the stitch width adjusting key to adjust the stitch
width.

NOTE:

Stitch length can be uniformly adjusted if the
programmed patterns in the same category (satin
stitches or stretch stitches) have been programmed.

The stitch width of the programmed patterns will be
adjusted uniformly.

q Original width
w Uniformly adjusted width

(A) (B) (C) (D)

Unified needle drop position

The needle drop position of the programmed patterns will
vary depending on the pattern combination:

(A) Unified to the left when combining the patterns with
the left needle position and the center needle
position.

(B) Unified to the right when combining the patterns with
the center needle position and the right needle
position.

(C) Unified to the center when combining the patterns
with the left needle position and the right needle
position.

(D) Unified to the center when combining the patterns
with the left, center and right needle positions.

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Individual Stitch Adjustment

The stitch width and length can be individually adjusted

for each pattern in a programmed combination.

Example: Changing the stitch width of the one pattern in

the combination

z

x

z Press the edit key to shift the cursor under the pattern

you wish to adjust.

x Press the stitch width adjusting key to adjust the width

to “ 3.5”.

NOTE:

To view the stitch settings of each pattern, shift the
cursor under the desired pattern then press the stitch
width or length adjusting key. The settings will be
displayed at the bottom of the LCD screen.
If you press the stitch width or length adjusting key
when the cursor is to the right of the last programmed
pattern, individual adjustments will be cancelled and
uniform adjustment will be applied.

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z

x

w

q

Storing and Recalling a Pattern combination

Up to 20 pattern combinations can be stored in the
memory for future use even after turning the power off.
The stored pattern combination can be recalled by
pressing the memory recall key.

Storing a pattern combination

Program a pattern combination.

z

Press the memory recall key.

x

The LCD screen will show memory address 1 and
the key function assignment.
Press the memory recall key or turn the jog dial to
select the desired address.

q
w

Memory recall key
Memory address

c

t

r

e

Press the memory key or memory key icon on

c

the LCD screen.
The pattern combination will be stored in the selected
memory address.

e
r
t

NOTE:

The machine beeps and an hourglass appears on the
LCD screen while the machine is storing the pattern
combination.
Do not turn the power switch off while the machine is
beeping.
If a pattern combination has been already stored, the
stored combination will be replaced with the new one.

Memory key
Memory key icon
Stored pattern combination

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