Janome Memory Craft 6300 Professional Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION BOOK

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabiliti ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.

es, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concern-

When using an elec following:

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

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

trical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the

DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock:

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

2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12 Volts, 5 Watts.

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

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

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this ownerʼs manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this ownerʼs 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 ownerʼs manual. The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislatio

(European Union onl

n relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTION:

For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other):

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only

one way.

If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.

If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the p

Do not modify the plug in any wa

roper outlet.

Foot Controller 21371 for use with this sewing machine.

Do’s and Don’ts

1. Always be aware of the up-and-down movement of the needle and do not turn your attention away from the machine while it is running.

2. When leaving the sewing machine unattended, the main switch of the machine must be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet

3. When servicing the sewing machine, or when removing covers or changing lamps, the machine must be disconnected from the power supply by removing the plug from the socket-outlet.

4. Do not place anything on the foot control, otherwise the machine will start inadvertently, or the control or motor may burn out.

5. The maximum permissible power for the sewing lamp bulb is 5 watts.

6. When using your sewing machine for the first time, place a piece of waste fabric under the presser foot and run the machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any oil which may have appeared.

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KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Names of Parts ................................................................. 2

Attaching the quick referencce board................................ 2

Standard Accessories ....................................................... 3

GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply ........................................... 4

Controlling Sewing Speed ................................................. 4

Speed control lever ...................................................... 4

Foot control .................................................................. 4

Function Buttons ............................................................... 5

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot ............................ 7

Attaching the Knee Lifter ................................................... 7

Variety of Presser Feet and Their Uses ............................ 8

Changing the Presser Foot ............................................... 9

Detaching and Attaching the Foot Holder ......................... 9

Attaching the even feed foot ........................................... 10

Attaching the darning foot P ............................................ 10

Winding the Bobbin ......................................................... 11

Removing the bobbin ................................................. 11

Setting the spool of thread ......................................... 11

Winding the bobbin .................................................... 12

Inserting the bobbin ................................................... 13

Threading the Machine ................................................... 14

Automatic Needle Threader ............................................ 16

Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread ....................................... 17

Changing Needles........................................................... 18

Fabric and Needle Chart ................................................. 18

Balancing Thread Tension............................................... 19

Adjusting the Foot Pressure ............................................ 20

Dropping the Feed Dog ................................................... 20

BASIC STITCHES

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

To sew from the edge of thick fabric .......................... 21

Securing seam ........................................................... 21

Changing sewing direction ......................................... 22

Using the cloth guide ................................................. 22

Using the seam guide lines ........................................ 22

Adjusting the needle drop position ............................. 23

Adjusting the stitch length .......................................... 23

Variety of the straight stitches .................................... 24

Basting ............................................................................ 25

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

Adjusting the stitch width ........................................... 26

Adjusting the stitch length .......................................... 26

Variety of Overcasting Stitches ....................................... 27

Zipper Sewing ................................................................. 29

Rolled Hem ..................................................................... 32

Shell Tucking ................................................................... 32

Blind Hem........................................................................ 33

UTILITY STITCHES

Buttonholes ..................................................................... 34

Variety of buttonholes ................................................ 34

Sensor buttonholes .................................................... 34

Double layer buttonhole ............................................. 37

Corded buttonhole ..................................................... 37

Changing buttonhole width ........................................ 38

Changing buttonhole stitch density ............................ 38

Automatic buttonhole ................................................. 39

Button Sewing ................................................................. 41

Darning............................................................................ 42

To sew a shorter darning ............................................ 43

To sew the same size darning .................................... 43

To adjust the eveness of darning ............................... 43

Tacking ............................................................................ 44

To sew a shorter tack ................................................. 44

To sew the same size tack ......................................... 44

Eyelet .............................................................................. 45

Adjusting the shape of an eyelet ................................ 45

PATCHWORK AND QUILTING

Patchwork ....................................................................... 46

Patchwork stitches ..................................................... 46

Quilting bar for the zigzag foot ................................... 47

Freemotion quilting .................................................... 47

Clasp stitch ................................................................ 48

PATTERN PROGRAMMING AND DECORATIVE STITCHES

Programming a Pattern Combination .............................. 49

Sewing the pattern combiantion from the beginning ..... 49

Pattern combination with auto thread cutting ............. 50

Elongation Sewing .......................................................... 51

Fagoting .......................................................................... 52

Smocking ........................................................................ 52

Applique .......................................................................... 53

Twin Needle Sewing........................................................ 54

Correcting Distorted Patterns .......................................... 56

Reviewing the Programmed Pattern Combination .......... 57

Deleting a Pattern from the Programmed Combination .. 57

Inserting a Pattern in the Programmed Combination ...... 58

Duplicating a Pattern in the Programmed Combination .. 58 Uniform Stitch Adjustment of the Programmed Patterns. 59

Uniform stitch adjustment after sewing the pattern

combination ................................................................ 59

Individual Stitch Adjustment of the Progarmmed Pattens ... 60

CARE OF THE MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ......................... 61

Assembling the hook race .......................................... 61

Replacing the Light Bulb ................................................. 62

Problems and Warning Signals ....................................... 63

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

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KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Name of Parts

1. Foot Pressure Dial

2. Thread Take-up Lever

3. Thread Guide

4. Quick Reference Board

5. Speed Control Lever

6. Retractable Thread Guide

7. Bobbin Winder Spindle

8. Bobbin Winder Stopper

9. LED Window

10. Function Buttons

11. Stitch Width Adjusting Button

12. Stitch Length Adjusting Button

13. Pattern Seleection Button

14. Drop Feed Lever

15. Knee Lifter Socket

16. Stitch Balance Adjusting Dial

17. Tension Regulating Dial

18. Thread Cutter Button

19. Up/Down Needle Button

20. Auto-Lock Button

21. Reverse Button

22. Hook Cover Plate Release Button

23. Hook Cover Plate

24. Needle Plate

25. Needle Threader

26. Thread Cutter

27. Face Plate

28. Zigzag Foot A

29. Thumb Screw

30. Foot Holder

31. Needle

32. Needle Clamp Screw

33. Carrying Handle

34. Presser Foot Lifter

35. Buttonhole Lever

36. Spool Pins

37. Machine Sockets

38. Power Switch

39. Handwheel

40. Thread Guide

41. Bobbin Winding Tension Disk

Attaching the quick reference board

The quick reference board and setscrews are included in the standard accessories. Fix the quick reference board on the backside of the machine with the two setscrews. Tighten the screws firmly with a screwdriver. 1 Setscrews 2 Quick Reference Board

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Standard Accessories

1. Zigzag Foot A (comes attached to the machine)

2. Overedge Foot C

3. Rolled Hem Foot D

4. Zipper Foot E

5. Satin Stitch Foot F

6. Blind Hem Foot G

7. Cording Foot H

8. Overcasting Foot M

9. Automatic Buttonhole Foot R

10. Screwdriver

11. Screwdriver

12. Set of Needles

13. Lint Brush

14. Seam Ripper

15. Spool Holder (Large)

16. Spool Holder (Small)

17. Bobbins

18. Quilting Bar

19. Quilting Bar for Even Feed Foot

20. Basting/Darning Foot P

21. 1/4” Seam Foot O

22. Even Feed Foot

23. Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot F-2

24. Cloth Guide with Screw

25. Instruction Book

26. Power Supply Cord

27. Foot Control

28. Accessory Box

29. Foot Storage Compartment (marked with letters

corresponding to the presser feet.)

30. Knee Lifter

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GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Power Supply

Turn off the power switch. Insert the foot control plug into the machine socket. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch. 1 Power Switch 2 Foot Control Plug 3 Machine Socket 4 Machine Plug 5 Power Supply Plug 6 Wall Outlet

NOTE:

If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds before turning it on again.

For Your Safety:

While in operation, always keep your eyes on the sewing area, and do not touch any moving parts such as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or needle. Always turn off the power switch and unplug from the power supply:

- when leaving the machine unattended.

- when attaching or removing parts.

- when cleaning the machine. Do not place anything on the foot control, otherwise the machine will run inadvertently.

Operating Instructions:

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

Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control lever

You can limit the maximum sewing speed by the speed control lever according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, slide the lever to the right. To decrease sewing speed, slide the lever 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.

NOTES:

The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the speed control lever when the foot control is being fully depressed. Keep the foot control free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth. Do not place anything on the foot control.

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Function Buttons

1 Thread cutter button

Press this button after finishing sewing and the machine

will trim the threads. The LED signal blinks while cutting the threads.

5 Thread Cutter Signal

NOTES:

The auto thread cutter does not work if the presser foot is raised. The auto thread cutter will work well with normal sewing threads #30 or finer. Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut the specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter does not work well. When starting the next seam, pull the needle thread to pick the bobbin thread up and draw them to the back and under the foot. Clean the auto thread cutter mechanism regularly to avoid malfunction due to built up lint. Avoid using a paper spool when it begins to empty since it will not unwind smoothly. It may cause the thread to bunch or slip when using the auto thread cutter.

2 Up/Down needle button

Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down. The LED signal will turn on when the needle is down. The LED signal will turn off when the needle is up. The machine will stop with the needle up or down depending on the needle position determined by this button. The machine will always stop with the needle up after auto thread cutting or buttonhole stitching.

6 LED signal

3 Auto-Lock button

When stitch pattern 01, 02 or 07 has been selected, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the auto-lock button is pressed. When sewing all other stitches, the machine will sew locking stitches at the end of the pattern being sewn and automatically stop.

4 Reverse button

When stitch pattern 01, 02 or 07 has been selected, the machine will sew in reverse while the reverse button is pressed. If you press the reverse button when sewing all other stitches, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop.

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Function Buttons

1 Bobbin winding button:

Press this button to wind the bobbi

6 Stitch width adjusting button:

Press this button to alter the stit

width.

7 Stitch length adjusting button:

Press this button to alter the stitch

length.

8 Pattern selection buttons

Press one of these buttons until

pattern number of the desired

pattern is displayed in the L

window.

2 Twin needle button:

Press this button when sewing with a tw

needle.

3 Clear butt

Press this btton to delete the last patte

programmed.

Holding this button being pressed will delete

the entire program.

4 Memory butto

Press this button to memorize programmed

pattern combination

The previous pattern combination will be

replaced by the new combination when

pressing this button after programming.

5 Elongation butto

Press this button to elongate satin stitch

pattern

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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the presser foot about 6 mm (1/4") higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the presser foot lifter. This allows

for easy removal of the presser foot and helps you to place thick fabrics under it.

1 Presser Foot Lifter 2 Presser Foot 3 Up Position 4 Extra Lift

NOTE:

If you start the machine with the presser foot up, the LED window will advise you to lower the foot. Lower the foot then restart the machine.

Attaching the Knee Lifter

The Knee Lifter is extremely helpful when sewing

applique, patchwork and quilting since it allows you to handle the fabric while your knee controls the presser foot. Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.

1 Knee Lifter 2 Ribs 3 Notches

Push the knee lifter with your knee to raise and lower the presser foot.

NOTE:

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

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Variety of Presser Feet and Their Uses

1 Zigzag foot A:

This is the most versatile foot. It can be used for various stitches including straight stitches and zigzag stitches. It is designed to achieve firm and neat seam results.

2 Overedge foot C:

This foot is exclusively for overedging. The brush on the foot effectively prevents skipped stitches on the raw edge of fabrics.

3 Rolled hem foot D:

This special foot is for sewing a rolled hem. The curl of the foot helps to form a hem at a constant width.

4 Zipper foot E:

This foot is for sewing zippers. The zipper teeth are guided

through the grooves on the bottom of the foot.

5 Satin stitch foot F:

This clear plastic foot is ideal for satin stitches and decorative stitches. The center groove on the bottom of the foot ensures smooth feeding of dense stitches.

6 Craft foot F-2:

This is an open toe satin stitch foot for patchwork and

appliqué.

7 Blind hem foot G:

This foot is specially designed for blind hemming. The guide on the foot helps feed the fabric and sew a straight and nearly invisible blind-hem.

8 Cording foot:

This foot is specially designed to hold one or three strands of cording to create braiding.

9 Overcasting Foot M:

This foot is specially designed to simulate professional style overlocking. The wires on the foot effectively prevent the fabric edge from puckering or rolling.

10 1/4” seam foot O:

This foot is useful for patchwork piecing. The guide on the foot maintains an exact 1/4” (0.7 cm) seam allowance.

11 Basting/darning foot P:

This is a special foot for basting. It holds the fabric while taking a stitch, synchronizing with the needle bar movement. This foot can also be used for freemotion embroidery or quilting.

12 Automatic buttonhole foot R:

This foot is for buttonholes and for darning. Place a button in the button holder on the rear of the foot. This automatically sets the buttonhole size.

13 Even feed foot:

This is a special attachment for hard-to-feed materials. This foot effectively prevents fabrics from shifting and puckering. It is great for quilting and matching plaids.

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Changing the Presser Foot

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot.

Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern. Wrong

foot can cause the needle to break.

To snap off:

Raise the needle and presser foot.

Press the red button on the back of the foot holder and the

foot will drop.

1 Red Button

2 Foot Holder

3 Presser Foot

To snap on:

Place the presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just under

the groove of the foot holder.

Lower the foot holder to lock the foot in place.

Each foot is marked with a letter for identification.

4 Groove

5 Pin

6 Identification Letter

Detaching and Attaching the Foot Holder

WARNING:

Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or attaching

the foot holder.

To detach:

Raise the presser bar and turn the thumbscrew

counterclockwise to remove the foot holder.

1 Thumbscrew

2 Foot holder

To attach:

Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in

the presser bar and insert the thumbscrew through the

hole.

Tighten the thumbscrew by turning it clockwise.

3 Presser Bar

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Attaching the even feed foot

Remove the foot holder.

Attach the even feed foot to the presser bar with the lever

over the needle clamp screw and secure it with the thumb

screw.

1 Thumb screw

2 Lever

3 Presser Bar

Attaching the darning foot P

Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the foot holder.

Attach the darning foot P to the presser bar putting the pin

on the needle clamp screw.

Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.

1 Thumbscrew

2 Pin

3 Needle Clamp Screw

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Winding the Bobbin

Removing the bobbin

Slide the hook cover plate release button to the right,

and remove the hook cover plate.

Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder.

1 Hook Cover Plate Release Button

2 Hook Cover Plate

3 Bobbin

NOTES:

Avoid using a bobbin when it begins to empty since it

may cause thread bunching.

Always use the correct bobbin. Using a wrong bobbin

may cause malfunctions.

Setting the spool of thread

Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the

thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the

spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of

thread.

1 Spool of Thread

2 Spool Pin

3 Spool Holder

NOTES:

Avoid using a paper spool when it begins to empty

since it will not unwind smoothly. It may cause the

thread to bunch or slip when using the auto thread

cutter.

Use the large spool holder for ordinary spools, while

the small spool holder for small spools.

4 Small Spool

5 Small Spool Holder

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Winding the bobbin

z Pass the thread through the guide on the thread

guide post from behind.

1 Thread Guide Post

x Pass the thread under the bobbin winding

tension disk.

2 Bobbin Winding Tension Disk

c Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the

inside to the outside. Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

3 Bobbin Winder Spindle

v Push the bobbin winder stopper to the left.

Hold the free end of the thread in your hand and press the bobbin winding button. Press the bobbin winding button again to stop the bobbin when it has made several turns, and cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin.

4 Bobbin Winder Stopper 5 Bobbin Winding Button

b Press the bobbin winding button again. When

the bobbin is fully wound, the machine will stop automatically.

n Return the bobbin winder stopper to its original

position, and cut the thread.

NOTE:

This machine has an exclusive motor for bobbin winding, which allows you to wind the bobbin while stitching.

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Inserting the bobbin

z Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the

thread running off counterclockwise.

1 Thread

2 Bobbin Holder

x Guide the thread into notch (A) on the front of the

bobbin holder.

(A)

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

tension spring blades.

v Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread

slips into side notch (B). The bobbin should turn counterclockwise when pulling the bobbin thread. If not, reverse the bobbin and re-thread.

(B)

b Pull out about 10 cm (4") of thread to the rear.

Refer to the threading chart shown on the hook cover plate. Reattach the hook cover plate.

3 Threading Chart

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Threading the Machine

Raise the presser foot lifter. Press the up/down needle button twice to raise the needle to its highest position.

z Pass the thread through the guide on the thread

guide bar from behind.

1 Thread Guide Bar

x Pass the thread through the right thread guide.

2 Right Thread Guide

c Hold the upper thread with both hands as shown

and slip it under the thread guide plate.

3 Thread Guide Plate

v Draw the thread toward you and pass it into

the left thread guide. Draw the thread along the right channel.

4 Left Thread Guide

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Threading the Machine (continued)

b Draw the thread down and around the tension

dial from the right to the left. While holdin the thread beside the left thread guide, pull the thread up to insert it between the tension disks and under the loop of the check spring. Be sure that the thread is coming out from notch of the disk.

5 Check Spring 6 Notch

n Firmly draw the thread up to the take-up lever

and down into its eye from the right to the left, while holding the thread beside the left thread guide.

7 Eye of the Thread Take-up Lever

m Draw the thread down through the lower thread

guide from the right.

8 Lower Thread Guide

, Slip the thread behind the needle bar thread

guide on the left.

9 Needle Bar Thread Guide

. Thread the needle from front to back by hand or

use the automatic needle threader.

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Automatic Needle Threader

Raise the needle to its highest position by pressing the up/down needle button twice. Turn the power switch off. Lower the presser foot.

z Depress the needle threader knob as far as it will go.

The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind.

1 Needle Threader Knob 2 Hook

x Draw the thread down around the threader guide and

under the hook.

3 Threader Guide

c Release the threader knob slowly while holding the

thread end with your hand. A loop of the thread is pulled

up through the needle eye.

4 Loop of Thread

v Remove the loop from the threader and pull out

the thread end from the needle eye.

NOTES:

The automatic threader works well with the threads #50-90 and needles #11-16, including the blue tipped needle. The automatic needle threader cannot be used for threading the twin needle. If the hook fails to pull a loop of the thread, check the needle and its setting.

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Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread

z Raise the Presser Foot Lifter.

Hold the needle thread with your finger and press the

up/down needle button twice to pick up the bobbin thread.

1 Needle Thread 2 Needle Up/Down Button

x Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the

bobbin thread.

3 Bobbin Thread

c Slide 10 cm (4") of both threads to the back under

the presser foot.

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Changing Needles

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

z Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it

counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the clamp.

1 Needle Clamp Screw

x 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.

2 Stopper Pin 3 Flat Side

Fabric and Needle Chart

WEIGHT Very Light

Light

FABRIC Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy

Net, Tulle Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine,

Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen, Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de Soie, Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed Crepe, Qiana

Single Knits, Jersey, Swim wear, and Tricot

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. 4 Gap

CAUTION:

Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle.

TYPE of NEEDLE Universal

Ball Point Blue Tipped Needle

Universal

Blue Tipped Needle Ball Point

NEEDLE SIZE 9 (65)

9 (65) 11 (75)

11 (75) 12 (80)

11 (75) 11 (75)

Medium

Heavy

Very Heavy

Leather Suede

Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin, Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine, Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics

Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch Velour, Stretch Terry, Sweater Knits

Leather, Vinyl, Suede

Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur,

Drapery Fabrics Leather, Suede

Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics Topstitching for Special Finish

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Universal

Ball Point

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Denim Needle Universal

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Universal Topstitching Needle

11 (75)

14 (90)

16 (100) 16 (100)

16 (100) 18 (110)

16 (100) 14 (90)

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Balancing Thread Tension

Correct tension:

The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric. For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side of the fabric. 1 Needle Thread 2 Right Side of the Fabric 3 Wrong Side of the Fabric 4 Bobbin Thread

Adjusting the tension

Tension adjustment may be needed depending on the sewing materials, layers of fabric and other sewing conditions. Turn the tension control dial to set the desired number at the setting mark. 5 Setting Mark 6 Tension Control Dial

Needle thread tension is too tight:

The bobbin thread will appear on the right side of the fabric. Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a lower number.

Needle thread tension is too loose:

The needle thread will appear on the wrong side of the fabric. Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a higher number.

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Adjusting the Foot Pressure

The foot pressure dial should be set at “3” for regular

0 1 2 3

sewing. Reduce the pressure for appliqué, sewing on fine synthetics and elastic fabrics. Set the dial at “1” when sewing extra fine fabrics. 1 Foot Pressure Dial 2 Setting mark

NOTE:

Do not reduce the foot pressure lower than “0”.

Dropping the Feed Dog

The feed dog can be lowered by the drop feed lever for sewing on buttons, freemotion embroidery etc.

Shift the drop feed lever to the right to lower the feed dog.

Shift the lever to the left to raise the feed dog, it will return to the up position when starting the machine. 1 Drop Feed Lever

NOTE:

The feed dog should be in up position for normal sewing. A message will show on the LED window when starting the machine with the feed dog dropped.

The machine will run with the feed dog dropped when pattern 01, 02, 07, 31 or 62 has been selected.

The machine will not sew with the feed dog dropped when other patterns have been selected.

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BASIC STITCHES

Straight Stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 or 02 Thread tension:2-6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Foot pressure: 3

To sew

Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you wish to start. Pull the needle and bobbin threads toward the rear. Lower the presser foot. Depress the foot control to start sewing. Gently guide the fabric along the seam guide line letting the fabric feed naturally.

To sew from the edge of thick fabric

The black button on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the horizontal position. This is helpful when starting sewing from 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. 1 Thick Fabrics 2 Black Button

Securing seam

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. Press the reverse button once when sewing the Lock-aMatic stitch (pattern 03) or locking stitch (pattern 04) so the machine will lock the stitch off and stop automatically. After finishing sewing, press the thread cutter button to cut the threads. 3 Thread Cutter Button

NOTE:

Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut the specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter does not work well. 4 Thread Cutter

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Changing sewing direction:

Stop the machine a few stitches before the end of a seam. Press the up/down needle button a few times until the needle falls on the end of the seam.

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.

Using the cloth guide:

Attach the cloth guide on the needle plate with a screw.

Adjust the position of the cloth guide and tighten the screw.

Place the fabric with its edge against the cloth guide and sew. 1 Screw 2 Cloth Guide 3 Threaded Hole

Using the seam guide lines:

The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover help

you to measure seam allowance.

1 Center Needle Position 2 Edge of the Fabric 3 Guide Lines

NOTE:

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

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Adjusting the needle drop position

The needle drop position can be altered by pressing the stitch width adjusting button.

Press the right side of the button (+ sign) to move the needle bar to the right. Press the left side of the button (- sign) to move the needle bar to the left.

0.0

1.0 5.0

7.03.5

Adjusting the stitch length

The stitch length can be altered by pressing the stitch length adjusting button.

Press the right side of the button (+ sign) to increase the stitch length. Press the left side of the button (- sign) to decrease the stitch length.

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Variety of the straight stitches

02 Straight stitch with left needle position

Use this stitch to seam the edge of fabrics.

03 Lock-a-Matic stitch

Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse button once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches, four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.

04 Triple stretch stitch

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.

05 Stretch stitch

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.

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Basting

Machine Setting

Pattern: 06

Thread tension:1-3

Presser foot: Darning foot P

Foot pressure: 1

Feed dog: Dropped

The basting stitch is used to hold fabric layers together during

fitting.

Lower the feed dog and set the foot pressure dial at “1”.

Draw the both needle and bobbin threads to the back.

Depress the foot control. The machine will take one stitch and

stop automatically.

Release the foot control.

Hold the fabric taut and slide it to a place where you want

the next stitch.

CAUTION:

Do not pull the fabric while stitching. It may deflect the

needle causing it to break.

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2.0 7.0

Zigzag Stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 07 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Foot pressure: 3

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 appliqué.

Adjusting the stitch width

Press the right side of the button (+ sign) to increase the stitch width. Press the left side of the button (– sign) to decrease the stitch width. 1 Stitch Width

1.0 5.0

Adjusting the stitch length

Press the right side of the button (+ sign) to increase the stitch length. Press the left side of the button (– sign) to decrease the stitch length. 2 Stitch Length

NOTE:

The stitch length and width can be altered while stitching.

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Variety of Overcasting Stitches

Overcasting with zigzag stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 07 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Overedge foot C Foot pressure: 3

Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and then sew. 1 Edge of Fabrics 2 Guide 3 Wires on Foot

CAUTION:

When you use the overedge foot C, you must set the zigzag width at 5.0 or wider to prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the

foot.

Overcasting stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 09 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Overedge foot C Foot pressure: 3

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. 1 Edge of Fabrics 2 Guide

3 Wires on Foot

CAUTION:

When you use the overedge foot C, you must set the zigzag width at 5.0 or wider to prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

Overlock stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 12 Thread tension: 6-8 Presser foot: Overcasting foot M Foot pressure: 3

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. 1 Edge of Fabrics 2 Guide 3 Wires on Foot

CAUTION:

When you use the overedge foot M or overcasting foot M, you must set the zigzag width at 5.0 or wider to prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

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Variety of Overcasting Stitches (continued)

Multiple zigzag stitch (Tricot stitch)

Machine Setting

Pattern: 08 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Foot pressure: 3

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.

Knit stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 11 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Foot pressure: 3

This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the stitches.

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Zipper Sewing

Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: Zipper foot E Foot pressure: 3

To attach the zipper foot E

Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot holder.

1 Groove

2 Pin

4 To sew the left side of the zipper, attach zipper

foot E with the pin on the right-hand side.

3 To sew the right side of the zipper, attach

zipper foot E with the pin on the left-hand side.

Fabric preparation

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

overall opening size.

1 Right Sides of the Fabric 2 1 cm (3/8“) 3 Opening Size 4 Zipper Size 5 Slider 6 Zipper Teeth 7 Zipper Tape 8 Wrong Side of the Fabric 9 End of the Zipper Opening

x Place the right sides of the fabric together and sew

to the end of the opening with a 2 cm (13/16“) 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.

10 2 cm (13/16“) Seam Allowance 11 Basting 12 Reverse Stitches 13 Seam Stitches

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To sew

c Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right

seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8“) fold. place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin it in place. Set the stitch length and thread tension back to the original setting.

1 Lower Fabric 2 End of the Opening 3 Zipper Teeth 4 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8”) Fold 5 Right Side of the Upper Fabric 6 Opening Size 7 Fold 8 Basting Stitches

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

side. Lower the foot onto the topside at the bottom of the zipper 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 bottom edge of the foot.

b 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. Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam.

9 Slider 10 5 cm (2”)

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n Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with

the right side facing up. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.

11 Basting 12 Zipper Tap

m Re-attach the zipper foot E with the left pin.

Backstitch across the end of opening to 0.7 – 1 cm (3/8“). Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding the zipper teeth along the bottom edge on the foot. Stop about 5 cm (2”) from the top of the zipper. Unfasten the basting stitches.

13 Basting Stitches 14 End of Opening 15 0.7 – 1 cm (3/8”)

, 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.

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Rolled Hem

Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: Rolled hem foot D Foot pressure: 3

To sew:

Fold the edge of the fabric twice, 6 cm (2 3/8”) in length and 0.3 cm (1/8”) in width. Trim the corner 0.5 cm (3/16”) by 0.8 cm (1/4”) for easier insertion of the hem into the foot.

1 Wrong Side of the Fabric 2 0.5 cm (3/16”) 3 0.8 cm (1/4”) 4 Curl of the Foot

Place the fabric aligning the edge of hem with the guide on the foot. Lower the foot and sew to 1-2 cm (1/2” to 1”) while pulling both thread to the back. 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.

Shell Tucking

Machine Setting

Pattern: 15 Thread tension: 6-8 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3

Increase the needle thread tension to “6-8”. Fold and stitch on the bias.

Place the folded edge of the fabric along the slit of the foot so that the right swing of the needle falls off the edge of the fabric to form tucks.

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Blind Hem

Machine Setting

Pattern: 13 or 14 Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Blind hem foot G Foot pressure: 3

Select the pattern 13 for woven fabrics or pattern 14 fo elastic fabrics.

NOTE:

The stitch width of the patterns 13 and 14 cannot be changed, but the needle drop position will move.

How to fold the fabric

Fold the fabric to make a hem as shown. 1 Heavy Fabric 2 Fine to Medium Fabric 3 0.4 -0.7 cm (3/16” to 1/4”) 4 Overcasted Edge of Fabric 5 Wrong Side of Fabric

To sew

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 button 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. 6 Guide on the Foot 7 Fold Open the fabric with the right side up. The stitches on the right side of the fabric is almost invisible. 8 Right Side of the Fabric

Changing needle drop position

Press the stitch width adjusting button. The LED window shows the left needle position from the guide in millimeters.

Press on “–” to move the needle to the right. Press on “+” to move the needle to the left. 1 Left Needle Drop Position 2 Right Needle Drop Position 3 Guide on Foot 4 Distance between the Left Needle Position and

the Guide

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UTILITY STITCHES

Buttonholes

Variety of buttonholes

16 Sensor (Square) BH

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.

17 Automatic (Square) BH

This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor square buttonhole, but you can manually set and memorize the buttonhole size to sew buttonholes of the same size.

18 Keyhole BH

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

19 Stretch BH

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

Sensor buttonholes

Machine Setting

Pattern: 16 Thread tension: 1-5 Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Foot pressure: 3

NOTES:

Buttonholes 16, 18 and 19 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 0.5 cm (3/16 ”) to 2.5 cm (1”) in diameter. 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.

To sew

z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the

pin into the groove of the foot holder.

1 Groove 2 Pin

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

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

3 Button Holder

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c Pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go.

1 Buttonhole Lever

NOTE:

If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole

lever, the LED window will show a warning and the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the buttonhole lever down and restart the machine.

Auto thread cutter

When the buttonhole sewing is finished, the threads will be automatically trimmed.

v Insert the corner of the fabric under the foot. Press

the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the hole of the foot. Place the garment under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point of the buttonhole mark. Then lower the automatic buttonhole foot R.

2 Buttonhole Mark 3 Needle Thread 4 Bobbin Thread 5 Starting Point

No Gap

NOTE:

Make sure there is no gap between the slider and spring holder, otherwise the left and right length will be different. 6 Slider 7 Front stopper 8 Sewing Gap

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b Start the machine to sew the buttonhole.

The buttonhole will be automatically sewn.

Step 1: The machine will sew the front bartack and the

left row first. Then it goes back to the starting point with straight stitch.

Step 2: The machine will sew the right row.

Step 3: The machine will sew the back bartack, and

the machine will stop and trim the threads automatically.

To sew another buttonhole, raise the presser foot. Move the fabric to where the next buttonhole to be sewn, then lower the foot and start the machine.

n When buttonhole sewing is finished, push the

buttonhole lever upward as far as it will go.

m Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the

bartack at each end to prevent accidentally cutting stitches. Cut the opening with the seam ripper. Use an Eyelet puncher to open a keyhole buttonhole.

9 Seam Ripper

10 Eyelet Puncher

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Step 1

Double layer buttonhole

To make a solid and sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of buttonhole over the previous stitches. After the buttonhole is finished, simply start the machine again. Do not raise the foot or buttonhole lever. The machine will sew another buttonhole in the following order and stop automatically when it is completed:

Step 1: Straight stitching in reverse to go back to the

starting point

Step 2

Step 2: Front bartack and left row

Step 3: Right row

Step 4: Back bartack and locking stitches at the end

Step 3

Step 4

Corded buttonhole

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

z With the automatic buttonhole foot R raised, hook the

filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot.

x Bring the ends of cord toward you under the buttonhole

foot clearing the front end.

c Hook the ends of the filler cord into the forks on the front

of buttonhole foot to hold them tight.

1 Spur 2 Forks

v Lower the needle into the garment where the buttonhole

will start and lower the foot.

b Lower the buttonhole lever and buttonhole foot. Start the

machine and sew the buttonhole over the filler cord. The machine stops automatically when finished.

n Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing

threads.

n Pull the left end of the filler cord to tighten it.

Thread the end of the cord through a darning needle and draw it to the wrong side of the fabric and cut.

NOTES:

Set the stitch width in accordance with the thickness of the filler cord used. To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to page 36.

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Changing buttonhole width

Press the stitch width adjusting button to alter the

buttonhole width. The width of the buttonhole will be

imdicated in the LED windo

Press on “+“ to increase the buttonhole width.

Press on “—“ to decrease the buttonhole width.

1 Narrower Buttonhole

2 Wider Buttonhole

Changing buttonhole stitch density

Press the stitch length adjusting button to alter the

buttonhole stitch density. The stitch length of the

buttonhole will be imdicated in the LED window.

Press on “+” to make the buttonhole stitch coarser.

Press on “—“ to make the buttonhole stitch denser.

3 4

3 Denser Buttonhole

4 Coarser Buttonhole

NOTES:

To alter the buttonhole density while sewing a test

buttonhole, stop the machine at the left or right row of

the buttonhole then adjust the stitch density to find the

appropriate settings.

The setting will return to the default when turning the

power switch off or selecting another stitch.

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Automatic buttonhole Machine Setting

Pattern: 17 Thread tension: 1-5 Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Foot pressure: 3

z Pull the button holder of the buttonhole foot all the

way out. Insert the fabric under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the hole of the foot. Insert the garment under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Then lower the automatic buttonhole foot R.

1 Button Holder 2 Needle Thread 3 Bobbin Thread

NOTES:

You do not need to pull down the buttonhole lever. If you wish to change the buttonhole width and density press the stitch width and length buttons. If there is a difference in stitch density between the right and left rows of the buttonhole, refer to page 58 for correction.

To sew

x Depress the foot control to sew the left side up to the

required length of the buttonhole. Stop the machine and press the reverse button.

4 Required Length 5 Reverse Button

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c Start the machine again. The machine will automatically

tack and sew down the right side of the buttonhole. Stop the machine when you are directly opposite the starting point. Press the reverse button.

6 Starting Point

v Keep the foot control depressed. The machine will sew

a bartack, lock the stitches and automatically stop when the buttonhole is completed.

To make the next buttonhole, position the fabric and step down on the foot control. To sew the next buttonhole at a different size, press the memory button to memorize a new size and start sewing from the beginning.

NOTES:

The machine will sew the buttonholes identical to the first one. The stitch density of the memorized buttonhole cannot be altered.

m Cut the buttonhole opening with the seam ripper.

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Button Sewing

Machine Setting

Pattern: 07 Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3 Feed dog: Dropped

Unthread the needle thread. Adjust the stitch width so that the needle enters both holes in the button.

Place a button on the fabric and lower the needle by turning the handwheel, so that the needle enters into the left hole in the button.

Align the holes in the button with the slot on the foot and lower it to hold the button in place.

Turn the handwheel to lower the needle into the right hole in the button. Adjust the stitch width if necessary. Rethread the machine and sew about 10 stitches.

NOTE:

The LED window shows a warning to raise the feed dog, but depress the foot control again to start sewing.

Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric.

Trim both needle and bobbin threads at the beginning. Cut both threads leaving 20 cm (8”) tails.

Pull the bobbin thread to bring the needle thread to the wrong side of the fabric then knot the threads.

1 Needle Thread at the Beginning 2 Bobbin Thread 3 Needle Thread

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Darning

Machine Setting

Pattern: 20 Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Foot pressure: 3

Pull the button holder to the rear.

Place the garment under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the

fabric to the left to draw both threads under the foot and place the fabric back under the foot.

Lower the needle at the starting point then lower the foot. 1 Button Holder

2 Starting Point

Depress the foot control and the machine will sew a darning 2 cm (3/4”) long and stop automatically.

NOTE:

The maximum size of darning is 2 cm (3/4”) long and

0.7 cm (1/4”) wide. 3 Maximum Length 2 cm (3/4”) 4 Maximum Width 0.7 cm (1/4”)

Repeat sewing in the different direction until the darning covers the rip or hole.

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To sew a shorter darning

To sew a darning shorter than 2 cm (3/4”), first stop the machine after sewing the required length, then press the reverse button. The required length has been determined.

Restart the machine and continue sewing until the machine stops automatically. 1 Required Length 2 Reverse Button

To sew the same size darning

Simply restart the machine to sew another darning at the same size.

To sew the darning at a different size

Press the memory button and start sewing from the beginning.

To adjust the evenness of darning

The evenness of darning may vary depending on the sewing condition, such as type of fabrics, number of layers etc. You can correct the unevenness of darning with the stitch length adjusting button.

If the left corner is lower than the right side, press on “—“ to correct it. If the right corner is lower than the left side, press on “+“ to correct it.

NOTE:

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

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Tacking

Machine Setting

Pattern: 21 Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3

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

To sew

Depress the foot control until the machine stops automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm (9/16”) long automatically. 1 1.5 cm (9/16 “)

To sew a shorter tack

To sew a tack shorter than 1.5 cm (9/16”), first stop the machine after sewing the required length.

Press the reverse button. The required length has been determined.

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

2 Required Length 3 Reverse Button 4 Tack Length

To sew the same size tack

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

To sew the tack at a different size

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

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Eyelet

Machine Setting

Pattern: 22

Thread tension: 1-4

Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Foot pressure: 3

The eyelet is used for belt holes, etc.

To sew

Depress the foot control to sew.

The machine will sew an eyelet and stop automatically

when completed.

Open the eyelet with an awl, punch or pointed scissors.

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 button.

If the eyelet overlaps, press “+“ on the stitch length

adjusting button.

NOTE:

The shape can be adjusted within L1 to L3 (default setting

is L2).

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P ATCHWORK AND QUILTING

Patchwork

Seaming patchwork pieces Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: 1/4” Seam foot O Foot pressure: 3

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. 1 Guide 2 Right Sides of the Fabric

NOTE:

Lock-a-Matic stitch (pattern 03) is ideal for seaming patchwork pieces together.

Angle scale on the needle plate

You can easily seam patchwork pieces at the desired angles without marking, by using the unique angle scales on the needle plate. The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120 degrees.

120

Patchwork stitches

Machine Setting

Pattern: 23 to 28 Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2-3

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

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Quilting bar for the zigzag foot

Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Foot pressure: 2

Reduce the foot pressure to “2” for better handling of

bulky material.

To attach

Loosen the screw on the back of the foot holder.

Insert the quilting bar into the opening and slide the

quilting bar to set the width at the space of the seams you

desire.

Tighten the screw.

1 Screw

2 Opening on the Foot Holder

3 Quilting Bar

4 Space of the Seams

To sew

Sew while tracing the previous seam with the quilting bar.

Freemotion quilting

Machine Setting

Pattern: 01 Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: Darning foot P Foot pressure: 1 Feed dog: Dropped

Attach the darning/embroidery foot P (refer to page 10 for how to attach it).

Baste or pin the quilt layers. Draw a quilt design on the top fabric with a washable maker. Move the quilt layers slowly and evenly while stitching on the marked design.

CAUTION:

Do not pull the fabric while stitching. This may deflect the needle causing it to break.

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Clasp stitch

Machine Setting

Pattern: 29 Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2-3

You can bind the thick quilt layers together with the clasp stitch.

Select pattern 29.

Press the memory button.

Select pattern 47 (locking stitch).

Press the memory button.

Lower the presser foot and start sewing. The machine will automatically stop after sewing one unit of the pattern. Raise the presser foot and move the fabric to the next position.

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PATTERN PROGRAMMING AND DECORATIVE

STITCHES

Programming a Pattern Combination

Example

: Programming patterns 36 and 38.

Select pattern 36

Press memory button

Select pattern 38

Press memory button

NOTE

Set the thread tension at 1-4, foot pressure at 3 and us

the satin stitch foot F when sewing the programmed pattern

combination.

Start to se

repeatedly.

NOTE

If you press the auto-lock button in the middle of a

programmed pattern, the machine will stop automatically

after the current pattern is completed.

1 Auto-Lock Button

Sewing the pattern combination from the beginnin

If you have to stop sewing the pattern combination and wish

to sew it over again, press the memory button to sew the

pattern combination from the beginning

1 Stop sewing.

2 Press the memory button.

3 Machine sews the pattern combination from the

beginning

w. The machine will sew the pattern combination

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Pattern combination with auto thread cutting

Example: Programming the patterns 36 and 53 with auto

thread cutting (pattern 48).

Select the pattern 36.

Press memory button.

Select pattern 53.

Press memory button.

LED signal

Select pattern 48 (auto thread cutting).

Press the memory button. The LED signal on the thread

cutter button will blink.

Start to sew. The machine will sew the pattern

combination and lock the stitches, then trim the threads

automatically.

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L1 L2 L3 L4 L5

Elongation Sewing

Patterns number 36-48 can be elongated.

Example:

Select pattern 23.

Press the elongation button. When pressing the

elongatioin button, the pattern will be elongated up to 5

times of the original pattern length (L2 to L5).

NOTE:

The stitch density remains unchanged.

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A piece of paper

Fagoting

Machine Setting

Pattern: 54 Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Use this stitch to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance.

Fold under each fabric eadge and press. Pin the two edges to a piece of paper or tear away backing 0.3 cm apart. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric so the needle catches the folded edge on each side. After sinishing, tear away the piece of paper.

Smocking

Machine Setting

Pattern: 55-59 Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Choose a soft, light weight abrics such as batiste, gingham or challis. Cut the fabric 3 times the finished width.

Sew lines of straight stitch 1 cm apart across the area to be smocked. Increase the stitch length to 5.0 and reduce the needle thread tension to make gathering easier.

Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly. Secure the threads at the other edge.

Select a smocking pattern (pattern 55 to 59) and sew the patterns between the straight stitches.

Pull out the gathering stitches.

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Applique

Machine Setting

Pattern: 60 or 61 Thread tension:1-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2

Applique

The open toe satin stitch foot F-2 can also be used.

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.

Edge of applique

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Twin Needle Sewing

NOTES:

When you sew patterns with the twin needle, press the twin needle button and test the stitches first before you begin to sew. Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin needle sewing. Turn off the machine before changing the needle. Use #60 or finer threads for twin needle sewing.

Threading the machine for twin needle sewing

Place two spools of thread on the spool stand. Draw both threads from the spools and pass them

through the points from Make sure that the two strands of thread do not get

tangled.

z to m.

, Slip one of the threads in the needle bar

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

. Thread the needles from the front to back with

your hand.

NOTE:

The automatic needle threader cannot be used for the twin needle.

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To sew

Example:

Select pattern 36.

Press the twin needle button .

The LED above the twin needle button will turn on and the maximum stitch width is restricted to 3.0 mm.

NOTE:

The maximum stitch width is based on a 2 mm wide twin needle.

Sew at a medium speed. When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle from the fabric.

NOTE:

If the selected pattern is not suitable for twin needle sewing, a warning signal sounds when pressing the twin needle button.

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“+”

Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns

The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary

depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing

speed, type of the fabric, number of layers, etc.

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

to use.

“–”

If stretch stitch patterns or the auto buttonhole stitch are

distorted, correct it with the feed balancing dial.

1 Feed Balancing Dial

Neutral Position

3 Setting Mark

Stretch stitch patterns

Example: Pattern 52

If the pattern is compressed, turn the feed balancing dial in

the direction of “+”.

If the pattern is drawn out, turn the feed balancing dial in

the direction of “–”.

“+”

“–”

Stitch balance of the auto buttonhole

The stitch balance of the right and left rows on the auto

buttonhole may vary depending on conditions of sewing.

If the right row is denser, turn the dial in the direction of “+”.

If the left row is denser, turn the dial in the direction of “–”.

Tacking stitch

If the tacking starts too early, turn the dial in the direction of “+”.

If the tacking starts too late, turn the dial in the direction of “–”.

NOTE:

Return the feed balancing dial to its neutral position when

the sewing is finished.

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Blinking dot

Reviewing the Programmed Pattern Combination

Example:

To review the combination of patterns 36, 26 and 40.

Press the twin needle button and pattern number 36 will be

indicated in the LED window.

Press the twin needle button again and pattern numeber 26

will be indicated.

Press the twin needle button again and pattern numeber 40

will be indicated.

NOTES:

A blinking dot indicates that the pattern has been

programmed.

The LED window will indicates "– –" after the last pattern

number in the program.

Deleting a Pattern from the Programmed Combination

Example:

To delete pattern 26 form the combination of patterns 36, 26

and 40.

Press the twin needle button until pattern number 26 is

indicated.

Press the clear button to delete pattern 26. The LED window

will indicate the next pattern, number 40.

NOTE:

Pressing and holding the clear button will delete all the

programmed patterns in the combiantion.

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Inserting a Pattern in the Programmed Combination

Example:

To insert pattern 53 before pattern 40 in the combination of

patterns 36, 26 and 40.

Press the twin needle button until pattern number 40 is

indicated.

Select pattern 53.

Press the memory button to memorize pattern 53.

The LED window will indicate the next pattern, number 40.

Duplicating a Pattern in the Programmed Combination

Example:

To duplicate pattern 26 in the combination of patterns 36, 26

and 40.

Press the twin needle button until pattern number 26 is

indicated.

Press the memory button to duplicate pattern 26.

NOTE:

The pattern will be duplicated as many times as you press the

memory button.

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Width: 7.0

Length: 0.4

Width: 5.0

Length: 0.6

Uniform Stitch Adjustment of the Programmed

Patterns

The stitch length and width of the programmed patterens can

be adjusted uniformly.

Example:

To adjust stitch lengh and width of programmed patterns 36

and 38.

Program the patterns 36 and 38. The LED window will indicate

"– –".

Press the stitch width adjusting button to alter the stitch width.

The LED window will indicate the stitch width value.

Press the stitch length adjusting button to alter the stitch

length. The LED window will indicate the stitch length value.

NOTE:

If a stretch pattern is programmed in the combination, the

stitch length cannot be altered.

Uniform stitch adjustment after sewing the pattern

combination

After sewing the programmed patterns, the LED window will

indicate the pattern number of the first pattern of the

combination.

Press the twin needle button until the LED window will indicate

"– –".

Press the stitch width or length adjusting button to alter the

stitch width or length.

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Width: 7.0

Individual Stitch Adjustment of the Programmed

Patterns

The stitch length and width of the programmed patterens can

be adjusted individually.

Example:

To adjust stitch width of pattern 38 in the combination of

patterns 36 and 38.

Program the patterns 36 and 38. The LED window will indicate

"– –".

Press the twin needle button until the LED window indicates

pattern number 38.

Press the stitch width adjusting button to alter the stitch width.

The LED window will indicate the stitch width value.

NOTE:

You can adjust the stitch length and width of individual

patterns when programming the pattern combination.

Width: 4.0

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CARE OF THE MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog

WARNING:

Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before

cleaning.

CAUTION:

Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than what

is explained on this page.

z Remove the needle and presser foot. Remove the

setscrews and remove the needle plate.

x Take out the bobbin. Lift up the bobbin holder and

remove it.

c Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush and soft dry

cloth.

v Clean the feed dog, auto thread cutter mechanism

and hook race with the lint brush.

b Clean the hook race with a dry cloth. (You may also

use a vacuum cleaner.)

1 Screwdriver

2 Setscrew

3 Needle Plate

4 Bobbin Holder

5 Lint Brush

6 Feed Dog

7 Hook Race

8 Soft Dry Cloth

9 Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism

Assemble the hook race

z Insert the bobbin holder. The knob of the bobbin

holder should fit next to the stopper on the hook race.

x Be sure to align the triangle marks on the bobbin

holder and stopper.

c Reattach the needle plate and tighten the screws.

10 Knob

11 Stopper

12 Triangle Marks

NOTE:

After cleaning the machine, attach the needle and presser

foot.

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Replacing the Light Bulb

WARNING:

Turn the power off before replacing the light bulb.

The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down

before touching it.

To remove:

Remove the setscrew.

Remove the faceplate.

Swing the lamp socket to the left and pull out the bulb.

To replace:

Insert a new bulb into the opening of the socket.

Return the lamp socket to the original position.

Attach the faceplate with the setscrew.

1 Setscrew

2 Faceplate

3 Lamp Socket

4 Light Bulb

Replace a bulb with the same type, rated 12 V, 5 W.

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Problems and Warning Signals

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

Warning Sign

Cause

The machine is started without lowering the presser

foot.

The thread cutter button is pressed with the presser

foot raised.

The machine will stop if the presser foot is raised

while sewing locking stitches.

The machine will stop if the buttonhole is sewn

without lowering the buttonhole lever.

The bobbin winding button is pressed without

pushing the bobbin winder stopper to the left.

Sew the basting stitch without lowering the feed dog.

Try this

Lower the presser foot and start

the machine.

Lower the presser foot and press

the thread cutter button again.

Raise the presser foot after locking

stitches are completely finished.

Lower the buttonhole lever and

start the machine.

Push the bobbin winder stopper to the left and press the bobbin winding button.

Lower the feed dog and sew

basting stitch.

The machine is started with the feed dog lowered.

The machine is started when it halts due to the

overload.

The feed dog is lowered while sewing.

The bobbin winder spindle is locked while winding a

bobbin.

The foot control is disconnected while sewing.

The power is turned on while depressing the foot control.

The machine is out of order due to a problem in the

control circuit.

Raise the feed dog and start the

macine.

If a stitch for free hand quilting

has been selected, the warning

sign will disappear after a while.

Wait for at least 15 seconds to

start.

Do not lower or raise the feed dog

while the machine is running.

Turn off the power and remove

tangled threads.

Connect the foot control and start

the machine.

Release the foot control.

Contact the service center or the

store from whom the machine

was purchased.

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Warning Sign Cause Try this

LED blinks

Audible Signal

pip Normal operation

pip-pip-pip Invalid operation or malfunction

pip-pip-peep Buttonhole sewing is finished.

The Buzzer Sounds when:

The power is turned on with the needle in the

down position.

The power is turned on again after auto thread

cutting has been interrupted.

The presser foot is raised before auto thread

cutting is completed.

Press the up/down needle button

to raise the needle.

Press the Thread cutter button

to finish auto thread cutting.

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Troubleshooting

Condition The needle thread breaks.

The bobbin thread breaks.

The needle breaks.

Skipped stitches

Seam puckering

The cloth is not feeding smoothly.

Loops on the seams

The machine does not work.

Buttonhole sewing is not sewn properly.

The machine is noisy.

Layers shift.

Thread cutter LED blinks.

Cause

1. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

2. The needle thread tension is too tight.

3. The needle is bent or blunt.

4. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

5. The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set under the presser foot when start sewing.

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

7. The thread is too heavy or too fine for the needle.

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

2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.

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

1. The needle is incorrectly inserted.

2. The needle clamp screw is loose.

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

4. The needle is too fine for the fabric being used.

5. A wrong presser foot is used.

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

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

3. The blue tipped needle is not being used for sewing stretch, very fine fabrics and synthetics.

4. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

5. The poor quality needle is used.

1. The needle thread tension is too tight.

2. The needle thread is not threaded properly.

3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn.

4. The stitch length is too long for the fabric.

5. The foot pressure is not adjusted properly. A stabilizer is not used when sewing very fine fabrics.

1. The feed dog is packed with lint.

2. The stitches are too fine.

3. The feed dog is not raised after ”drop feed” sewing.

1. The needle thread tension is too loose.

2. The needle is too thick or too fine for the fabric.

1. The machine is not plugged in or foot control is not connected.

2. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

3. The presser foot is not lowered.

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

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

3. The buttonhole lever is not lowered

1. Thread has been caught in the hook race.

2. Lint has built up in the hook race or bobbin holder.

1. The foot pressure is not suitable for fabrics being sewn.

1. The presser foot is raised before auto thread cutting is complete.

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

Reference Pages 14, 15 Page 19 Page 18 Page 18

Page 21 Page 21 Page 18

Page 13 Page 61 Change the bobbin.

Page 18 Page 18 Page 21 Page 18 Use the correct foot.

Page 18 Page 18

Page 18 Pages 14, 15 Change the needle.

Page 19 Pages 14, 15 Page 18 Make stitch shorter. Page 20 Apply a stabilizer.

Page 61 Make stitch longer. Page 20

Page 19 Page 18

Page 4 Page 61 Page 7

Page 38 Apply an interfacing. Page 35

Page 61 Page 61

Page 20

Lower the presser foot. Page 61

It is not abnormal that a faint humming sound is coming out from the internal motors. The pattern selection key area may get warm when the machine has been used for hours.

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