JUKI HZL-L series Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE

HZL-L series

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.

DANGER

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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.

WARNING

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

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

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

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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)

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NAMES OF PARTS

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

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

GETTING READY TO SEW

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

Before Using Your Sewing Machine ............................... 4

Operating Instructions: ................................................... 4

Controlling Sewing Speed .............................................. 5

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

Machine Operating Buttons ......................................... 6-7

Presser Foot Lifter .......................................................... 8

Changing the Presser Foot ............................................ 8

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder ...................... 8

Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog ................................. 9

Changing the Needle...................................................... 9

Fabric and Needle Chart ................................................ 9

Setting the Spool of Thread ......................................... 10

Bobbin Winding ....................................................... 10-12

Threading the Machine................................................. 13

Needle Threader .......................................................... 14

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread..................................... 15

LCD Display .................................................................. 16

Stitch chart ................................................................... 16

Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension ...................... 17-18

BASIC SEWING

Straight Stitch Sewing .................................................. 19

Changing Sewing Direction .......................................... 19

Turning Square Corners ............................................... 19

Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric ......................... 20

Needle Plate ................................................................. 20

Altering the Needle Drop Position ................................ 21

Altering the Stitch Length ............................................. 21

Lock-a-matic Stitch ....................................................... 22

Locking Stitch ............................................................... 22

Triple Stretch Stitch ...................................................... 22

Stretch Stitch ................................................................ 23

Saddle Stitch (100-stitch model only) ........................... 23

Zigzag Stitch ................................................................. 24

Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch ..................................... 25

Multiple Zigzag Stitch ................................................... 25

Knit Stitch (100-stitch model only) ................................ 25

Overedge Stitch ............................................................ 26

Buttonholes .................................................................. 26

Standard buttonhole ................................................ 27-29

Round-end Buttonhole ................................................. 30

Keyhole Buttonhole ...................................................... 30

Corded Buttonhole ....................................................... 31

Darning Stitch (100-stitch model only) ......................... 32

Tacking (100-stitch model only) .................................... 33

Eyelet (100-stitch model only) ...................................... 34

Zipper Sewing .........................................................35-37

Blind Hemming ............................................................. 38

Button Sewing .............................................................. 39

Gathering ...................................................................... 39

DECORATIVE STITCHING

Patchwork ..................................................................... 40

Shelltuck ....................................................................... 40

Applique ....................................................................... 41

Fringing ......................................................................... 42

Drawn Work .................................................................. 42

Cross Stitch (100-stitch model only) ............................ 43

Fagoting ........................................................................ 43

French Knots (100-stitch model only)........................... 43

Scallop Stitch................................................................ 44

Smocking ...................................................................... 44

Clasp Stitches (100-stitch model only) ......................... 45

Satin Stitches ............................................................... 45

Decorative Stitches (100-stitch model only) ................. 46

Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ........................... 46

CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ...................... 47

Installing the Bobbin Holder ......................................... 47

Problems and Warning Signals .................................... 48

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 49

Stitch Chart.............................................................. 5 0 - 51

Introduction of optional accessory parts ...................... 52

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Extension table (Accessory box)

Needle plate

Needle threader

Thread cutter

Face cover

Thread take-up lever

Thread tension dial

Spool pin

Large spool holder

Bobbin winder spindle

Bobbin winder stopper

Hole for additional spool pin

Value set buttons

Cursor buttons

LCD display

Speed control slider

Stitch chart drawer

Needle up/down button

Auto-lock button

Reverse button

Start/stop button

Hook cover plate

Presser foot (Zigzag foot A)

Feed dog

Foot holder

Setscrew

Lever

Needle clamp screw

Needle

Hook cover release button

Power inlet

Foot control jack

Power switch

Handwheel

Carrying handle

Bobbin winding tension disc

Upper thread guide

Presser foot lifter

Buttonhole lever

Free-arm

Drop feed lever

Feed balancing dial

NOTE:

Design and speciﬁcations are subject to change without prior notice.

NOTE:

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

NAMES OF PARTS

Names of Parts

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Standard Accessories

Zigzag foot A (set on the machine)

Overedge foot C

Zipper foot E

Satin stitch foot F

Blind hem foot G

Automatic buttonhole foot R

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

Spool holder (small)

Additional spool pin

Spool stand

Spool pin felt

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

Assorted needle set

Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)

Lint brush

Screwdriver

Instruction book

Instructional video DVD

Hard cover

Foot control

Power cable*

* The power cable included may differ from the illustration.

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Using the start/stop button

Turn off the power switch. Insert the machine plug into the power inlet. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch.

① Power switch ② Machine plug ③ Power inlet ④ Power supply plug ⑤ Wall outlet ⑥ Start/Stop button

NOTE:

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

GETTING READY TO SEW

WARNING:

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

- when leaving the machine unattended.

- when attaching or removing parts.

- when cleaning the machine. Do not place anything on the foot control.

Operating Instructions:

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

For the U.S.A and Canada only:

For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to ﬁt in a polarized outlet only one way. If it still does not ﬁt, contact a qualiﬁed electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Connecting the Power Supply

Using the foot control

Turn off the power switch. Insert the pin connector into the jack. Insert the machine plug into the power inlet. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch. ① Power switch ② Pin connector ③ Jack ④ Machine plug ⑤ Power inlet ⑥ Power supply plug ⑦ Wall outlet

The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot control is connected to the machine. ⑧ Foot control sign

Before Using Your Sewing Machine

Before using your sewing machine for the ﬁrst time, place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and run the machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any oil which may appear.

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Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider

Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Extension Table

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

Detaching the table

Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated. ① Extension table

Attaching the table

Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the machine. ② Fre e-ar m ③ Guide ④ Hole

Accessory storage

Accessories are stored inside the extension table. ⑤ Accessory storage

Free-arm Sewing

Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for darning knee or elbow areas. ⑥ Fre e-ar m

Foot control

Depress the foot control to start the machine. The further down you press on the foot control, the faster the machine runs. The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider.

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Machine Operating Buttons

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① Start / Stop button

Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the ﬁrst few stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being pressed.

NOTE:

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

② Reverse button

• When stitch pattern 00 , 01 , 12 , 13 , 14 or 20 is selected (100-stitch model);

• When stitch pattern 00 , 01 , 07 or 08 is selected (20-stitch model);

The machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the button to sew forward. When the machine is stopped and foot control is disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the button to stop the machine.

• When any other stitches are selected;

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

NOTE: 100-stitch model;

There will be particular functions of the reverse button when pattern 02 , 03 , 09 or 10 is selected. Refer to page 22, 32 and 33 for instructions.

20-stitch model;

There will be particular functions of the reverse button when pattern 02 or 03 is selected. Refer to page 22 for instructions.

③ Auto-lock button

• When stitch pattern 00 , 01 , 12 , 13 , 14 or 20 is selected (100-stitch model);

• When stitch pattern 00 , 01 , 07 or 08 is selected (20-stitch model);

Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch

immediately. The machine will automatically stop.

• When any other stitches are selected;

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

00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09

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Cursor buttons

Use these buttons to move the cursor ⑦. Press button to move the cursor to right. Press button to move the cursor to left.

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Value set buttons

Use these buttons to change the set value. Move the cursor under the digit you would like to change. Press button to increase the value. Press button to decrease the value.

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④ Needle up/down button

Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle up or down. The machine will stop with the needle up or down depending on the needle position determined by this button.

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Presser Foot Lifter

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.7 cm) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to help you place thick material under the foot. ① Presser foot lifter ② Normal up position ③ Highest position

Changing the Presser Foot

C AUTI ON : Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot. Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each foot is marked with an identiﬁcation letter. ① Identiﬁcation letter

Removing the presser foot

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

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Lever

Attaching the presser foot

Place the selected presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just under the groove in the foot holder. Lower the presser bar to lock the foot into the place.

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Groove

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Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

CAUTION:

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

Removing the foot holder

Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with a s crewdriver.

Attaching the foot holder

Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar. Fit the setscrew into the hole. Tighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise with the sc rewdriver. ① Setscrew ② Foot holder ③ Hole ④ Threaded hole

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Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog

The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine.

To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow ①.

To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow ②, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you.

The feed dog must be up for normal sewing.

NOTE:

Set the stitch length value at the minimum when lowering the feed dog.

Changing the Needle

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot.

Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle clamp. Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the ﬂat side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go. Tighten the needle clamp screw ﬁrmly by turning it clockwise.

① Needle clamp screw ② Flat side

To see if the needle is in good condition, place the ﬂat side of the needle onto something ﬂat (needle plate, glass etc.). The gap between the needle and the ﬂat surface should be consistent. Never use a bent or blunt needle. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits, ﬁne silks and silk-like fabrics.

Fabric Thread Needle

Fine

Lawn Georgette Tric o t Organza Crepe

Sil k # 80 -100 Cotton #80-100 Synthetic #80-100

# 9 / 65 -11 / 7 5

Medium

Sheeting Jersey Broadcloth Fleece

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

#11/ 75 -14 / 9 0

Heavy weight

Denim Twee d Coating Quilting

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

#14/90-16/100

Fabric and Needle Chart

• For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90.

• A ﬁne thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred.

• Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread.

• Always test the needle size on a small scrap of the fabric that will be used for actual sewing.

• In general, use the same thread for the needle and bobbin.

NOTE:

3 x #14/90 needles are included in the envelop (Part No. 639804000).

NOTE:

When sewing stretch fabrics, very ﬁne fabrics and synthetics, use a blue tip needle (Part No. 990311000, sold separately). The blue tip needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

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Additional spool pin

The additional spool pin is for winding bobbins, without unthreading the machine. Set the spool stand under the additional spool pin. Insert the additional spool pin into the hole. Place the felt and a spool on the pin. ① Spool stand ② Additional spool pin ③ Hole for additional spool pin ④ Spool pin felt

The extra spool pin should point to the bobbin winding tension disk. Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disk as shown. ⑤ Bobbin winding tension disk

Setting the Spool of Thread

Horizontal spool pin

Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. Attach the large spool holder, and press it ﬁrmly against the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the supporter. ① Spool pin ② Spool of thread ③ Large spool holder

The small spool holder is used with narrow or small spools of thread. ④ Small spool holder

Bobbin Winding

Removing the bobbin

Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right and remove the hook cover plate. Lift out the bobbin. ① Hook cover release button ② Hook cover plate ③ Bobbin

NOTE:

Use the designated plastic bobbins for horizontal hook. Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or damage to the bobbin holder.

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Winding the bobbin

NOTE:

Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for bobbin winding.

Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread

around the bobbin winding tension disk.

① Bobbin winding tension disk

Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside

to the outside.

Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

Push the bobbin to the right. The bobbin icon appears on the LCD display. ② Bobbin icon

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

the machine. Stop the machine when it has wound a few layers, and then cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin.

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 as shown. Return the speed control slider position.

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Attach the hook cover plate. Check the threading by

referring to the diagram ④ shown on the hook cover plate.

④ Threading diagram

Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the

tension spring blades.

Inserting the bobbin

CAUTION:

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

Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread

running off counterclockwise.

① End of thread

Guide the thread into the ﬁrst notch ② on the front

side of the bobbin holder.

② Notch

Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread

slips into the second notch ③. Pull out about 6˝ (15 cm) of thread.

③ Notch

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CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before threading the machine.

Turn the power switch off. Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread

guide.

Threading the Machine

While holding the thread near the spool ②, draw

the end of the thread down around the check spring

holder ③. ② Spool ③ Check spring holder

Firmly draw the thread up from right to left over the

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

Pass the thread through the lower thread guide. Slide

the thread behind the needle bar thread guide on the

left.

Use the needle threader to thread the needle (see

pa g e 14) .

Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button ① to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. ① Needle up/down button

Pull the thread through the needle eye.

NOTE:

The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle or a blue tip needle. Thread sizes 50 to 90 are recommended.

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Needle Threader

CAUTION: Turn off the power switch when using the needle thread er.

Lower the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest

position.

Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will

go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind.

① Knob ② Hook

Draw the thread from the left guide to the right guide

and under the hook.

② Hook ③ Left guide ④ Right guide

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

right guide.

④ Right guide

Raise the knob in the direction of the arrow, drawing

the thread loop through the needle.

⑤ Thread loop

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Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly

with your left hand.

Turn the power switch on.

Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and

raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread. ① Needle up/down button

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

behind the presser foot.

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