Toyota BL16, RS, JFS18, JSA21, RS2000B User Manual

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Type designation

RS series has several types. The types are shown on the model label as follows:

MODEL/MODELE(MODEL NAME) SERIES/SERIE

RS SERIES/SERIE RS2000 SERIES/SERIE RS2000A SERIES/SERIE RS2000B SERIES/SERIE

Model label

When calling for service, please note the MODEL and SERIES numbers that are inscribed on the back of your sewing machine.

MODEL number SERIES number

CONTENTS

I. Before use .............................................................................................. 3

1. Important safety instructions.......................................................................... 3

2. How to change the power plug ...................................................................... 5

3. Part names .................................................................................................... 6

II. Sewing preparations ............................................................................ 10

1. Connecting the power.................................................................................. 10

2. Taking out the bobbin .................................................................................. 12

3. Winding the lower thread............................................................................. 13

4. Threading the lower thread.......................................................................... 15

5. Threading the upper thread ......................................................................... 16

6. Pulling up the lower thread .......................................................................... 18

7. Main stitch pattern uses............................................................................... 19

8. Application of each stitch pattern................................................................. 20

9. Changing the presser foot ........................................................................... 21

10. Changing the needle ................................................................................... 23

11. Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting

the sewing machine ..................................................................................... 24

III. Sewing ................................................................................................ 25

1. Straight stitching and reverse sewing.......................................................... 25

2. Zigzag sewing.............................................................................................. 29

3. Adjusting thread tension .............................................................................. 30

4. Overcasting ................................................................................................. 31

5. Blind hem stitching ...................................................................................... 32

6. Buttonhole ................................................................................................... 34

7. Zipper sewing .............................................................................................. 37

8. Smocking..................................................................................................... 39

9. Embroidery .................................................................................................. 40

IV. Special specifications ......................................................................... 42

1. Using the needle threader ........................................................................... 42

2. Using the presser foot pressure adjuster..................................................... 44

3. Using the drop feed ..................................................................................... 45

V. Maintenance........................................................................................ 46

1. Feed dog and hook maintenance ................................................................ 46

2. Hook installation .......................................................................................... 48

3. Light bulb replacement ................................................................................ 49

4. Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 50

5. Servicing double-insulated products (230 V-240 V) .................................... 51

VI. Others................................................................................................. 52

1. Specifications .............................................................................................. 52

2. Recycling ..................................................................................................... 52

I. Before use

Be sure to read this section before use

1. Important safety instructions

These safety instructions are designed to prevent danger or damage arising from the incorrect operation of the machine. Read carefully and always follow the instructions.

Explanation of " " and " "

An incorrect operation could result in death or serious injury.

An incorrect operation could result in an injury or damage to the machine.

Symbol explanation

Do not touch

Before use

Prohibited actions

Required actions

Remove the power plug from the outlet.

Use an AC 220 to 230 V power source.

Not doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.

Do not damage the power cord, modify it, bend it excessively, jerk it or twist it.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent.

220 to 230 V

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

Doing so could cause a fire.

Do not use outdoors.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.

Before use

When the machine is not in use it should be stored safely, not on the floor as protruding parts could cause injury if a person fell on the machine.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Use with the shuttle cover closed.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Before replacing the needle or presser foot or when threading the upper or lower thread, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Do not look away from the needle while operating the sewing machine.

If the needle breaks it could cause an injury.

Do not touch moving parts such as the needle, take-up lever or handwheel.

Doing so could cause an injury.

Children should only use the machine under the supervision of a parent or guardian.

Otherwise they could injure themselves.

Do not use when young children are near the machine.

They could touch the needle and be injured.

Before leaving the sewing machine after using it, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Before using the sewing machine make sure that the presser foot holder clamp screw, needle clamp screw and needle plate screw are firmly tightened, and that the presser foot is properly set in the presser foot holder.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Sewing without lowering the presser foot.

Do not perform the following actions.

Doing so could cause an injury.

Sewing while the needle is incorrectly installed. Using a bent needle. Sewing while jerking the fabric. Moving the pattern selection dial while sewing.

Do not operate on an unstable surface such as a sofa or a bed.

If the sewing machine falls down, it could cause an injury or damages to the machine.

Do not drop or insert any foreign objects into any openings such as opening space when you remove the face cover and / or the outer casing space of bobbin case.

Doing so could cause an injury or damages to the machine.

Do not repair, disassemble or modify except what is mentioned in the instruction manual.

Doing so could cause an electric shock, a fire or an injury.

Before use

UK ONLY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

2. How to change the power plug

When you change the power plug or cord, do not repair, disassemble or modify except at the authorised dealeror service centre.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.

If for any reason the power plug for this product is removed it should be immediately disposed of safety and not stored anywhere where it could be inadvertently used again.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE-NEUTRAL

As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug - PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: The earth plug pin in unnecessary. As the machine is designed under double insulation structure, the earth wire is removed from the machine. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L or A or coloured RED. The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured BLACK. Neither core is to be connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

BROWN-LIVE ( OR ACTIVE )

Before use

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3. Part names

 Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine.

The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine.

Front pattern selection dial type

Part name Detail by use

Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension]

Spool pin Refer to P.13 [Winding the lower thread]

Reverse sewing lever Refer to P.26 [ 侀 Reverse sewing 侀 ]

Before use

Part name Detail by use

Declutch knob Refer to P.14[Winding the lower thread] 4)

Buttonhole adjustment screw Refer to P.36 [侀Adjustment of buttonhole balance侀]

Presser foot lever Refer to P.16 [Threading the upper thread]

Before use

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 Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine.

The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine.

Side pattern selection dial type

Part name Detail by use

Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension]

Spool pin Refer to P.13 [Winding the lower thread]

Reverse sewing lever Refer to P.26 [ 侀 Reverse sewing 侀 ]

Before use

Part name Detail by use

Declutch knob Refer to P.14[Winding the lower thread] 4)

Buttonhole adjustment screw Refer to P.36 [侀 Adjustment of buttonhole balance 侀]

Presser foot lever Refer to P.16 [Threading the upper thread]

Sewing preparations

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II. Sewing preparations

1. Connecting the power

Machine with a power switch

Turn the power switch off when inserting the power plug.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet.

Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

Doing so could cause an electric shock.

Prepare the foot controller. Insert the power cord connector into the terminal box. Insert the power plug into the outlet.

Press the power switch to [I] (On). The power is turned on.

Sewing preparations

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Machine without a power switch

 RS2000 A/B series only.

Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet.

Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

Doing so could cause an electric shock.

Prepare the foot controller. Insert the power cord connector into the terminal box. Insert the power plug into the outlet. The power is turned on at the outlet.

How to operate foot controller

Step on the foot controller to operate the sewing machine. The more you press the foot controller, the faster the machine runs. Release the foot controller to stop the machine.

Sewing preparations

2. Taking out the bobbin

Before taking out or setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

1. Turn the handwheel to move the needle to the highest position. Always turn the handwheel towards yourself. (in the direction of the arrow)

2. Hold the left edge of the extension table and pull out to the left. (in the direction of the arrow)

Open the shuttle cover. (Open out in the direction of the arrow.)

Pull up the latch of the bobbin case, and use it to pull out the case.

Take out the bobbin from the bobbin case.

3. Winding the lower thread

Before taking out or setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Do not touch the lower thread winding spindle when winding the lower thread.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Sewing preparations

Attention

Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin.

Remove the sticker. Pull up the spool pin from the sewing machine.

1. Turn the pin around and insert.

2. Insert the thread spool.

Support the thread on the sewing machine with one hand, using the other hand pass the thread around the thread guide as shown in the diagram.

Sewing preparations

1. Move the declutch latch in the direction (in the direction of the arrow) (This ensures that the needle does not move.)

2. Pass the thread from the inside through the bobbin hole.

3. Set the bobbin on the thread winding spindle and move the spindle to the right (in the direction of the arrow)

1. Holding the end of the thread, step on the foot controller to wind the thread.

2. After winding it a little, stop the sewing machine and cut the thread that protrudes from the bobbin hole.Then continue winding the thread.

After the winding has finished, move the thread winding spindle back to the left. (in the direction of the arrow)

1. Remove the bobbin and cut the thread.

2. Move the declutch latch in the direction (in the direction of the arrow)

Note : If the declutch is not returned to its original

position, the sewing machine cannot move and will not sew.

4. Threading the lower thread

Before setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Sewing preparations

Attention

Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin.

Take out the bobbin case. (refer to P.12 [Taking out the bobbin])

The thread must flow off the bobbin in the direction of the arrow, and then insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.

Hold the end of the thread in your right hand and pass it through the groove in the bobbin case. (Pass the thread from 1 to 2)

Press the bobbin with the finger of your left hand, and then pass the thread through the tension spring as shown in the diagram. (Pull until there is a locking sound.)

Turn the handwheel to move the needle to the

highest position. Always turn the handwheel towards yourself.

Holding the latch of the bobbin case, insert the

bobbin case into the shuttle race. The bobbin case finger must slot into the groove.

Sewing preparations

5. Threading the upper thread

Before threading the upper thread, remove the power plug from the outlet.

Not doing so could cause an injury.

Raise the presser foot lever.

Note: If the presser foot lever is not raised, the

thread cannot be set correctly.

Pull out the spool pin from the main unit.

1. Turn the spool pin over and insert.

2. Insert the thread spool.

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