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Viking Designer Topaz User Manual

User’s Guide
KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING™
This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine.
• A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
• Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 5 Watt.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, À re, electric shock,
or injury to person:
• This sewing machine 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 sewing machine by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine.
• Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
• 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 the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
• Keep À ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deÁ ect the needle causing it to break.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
• Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualiÀ ed service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-insulated product is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.
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Set Up
Page 10-31
Sewing Mode
Page 32-44
Embroidery Set Up
Page 55-58
Taking care of the machine
Page 68-70
Stitch and alphabet overview, page 71-73
Machine overview and accessories, page 6-9
Embroidery Mode
Page 59-67
Basic Sewing Techniques
Page 45-54
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Table of contents
Machine overview ............................................................6
Included accessories ........................................................8
1. Set Up
Unpacking ........................................................................10
Connecting the f
oot control cord..............................10
Connect the power cord and foot control ..............10
Packing away after sewing ............................................11
Extended Sewing Surface .............................................11
Using the free arm .........................................................11
Spool pins and spool caps ............................................12
Threading the Upper Thread .......................................13
Needle threader .............................................................14
Cutting the thread .........................................................14
Threading for twin needles ..........................................15
Thread sensor .................................................................15
Bobbin Winding, model 20 ...........................................16
Bobbin Winding, model 30 ...........................................17
Inserting the bobbin ......................................................18
Thread tension................................................................19
EXCLUSIVE SENSOR SYSTEM™ (ESS) ...................19
Lower the feed teeth ....................................................20
Changing the presser foot............................................20
Changing the needle ......................................................20
Needles ............................................................................21
Threads .............................................................................22
Pictogram Pen .................................................................22
Stabilizers .........................................................................22
USB port ..........................................................................23
USB embroidery stick ...................................................23
5D™ Embroidery Software .........................................24
How to Update your machine ....................................24
Function Buttons ............................................................25
Touch Panel overview ...................................................27
SET Menu .........................................................................28
2. Sewing Mode
Sewing Mode overview .................................................32
Selecting a stitch
.............................................................33
Selecting a font ...............................................................33
Exclusive SEWING ADVISOR™ ................................34
Stitch Settings ..................................................................35
Programming ...................................................................37
My Stitches Menu ...........................................................40
Sewing pop-up messages ..............................................41
3. Basic Sewing Techniques
Seam ..................................................................................45
Ov
ercast ...........................................................................45
Seam and Overcast ........................................................46
Baste ..................................................................................47
Darning and Mending ....................................................47
Hem...................................................................................48
Blind Hem ........................................................................49
Sewing buttonholes .......................................................50
Sewing on buttons .........................................................52
Sewing zippers ................................................................53
Taper Satin Stitch, model 30 ........................................54
4. Embroidery Set Up
Embroidery unit overview ...........................................55
Embr
oidery hoop overview .........................................55
Designs .............................................................................55
Connect the embroidery unit .....................................56
Remove the embroidery unit ......................................56
Hoop the fabric ..............................................................57
Slide on the hoop ...........................................................57
Getting started embroidering .....................................58
5. Embroidery Mode
Embroidery Mode overview ........................................59
Load a design ...................................................................60
Load a f
ont .......................................................................60
Embroidery information ...............................................61
Adjust designs .................................................................62
Hoop options ..................................................................63
Embroidery functions ....................................................64
Embroidery pop-up messages .....................................65
4. Taking care of the machine
Changing the light bulbs ...............................................68
Cleaning the machine
....................................................68
Trouble shooting ............................................................69
Stitch table - menu 1. Utility stitches .........................71
Stitch overview ...............................................................73
Alphabets .........................................................................73
Index .................................................................................74
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Machine overview
1. Lid
2. Pre-Tension thread guide
3. Thread tension discs
4. Thread take-up lever
5. Thread tension for bobbin winding
6. Thread slots
7. Function Button Panel
8. Thread cutter
9. Light bulbs
10. Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot
socket
11. Built-In Needle threader
12. Presser foot
13. Stitch plate
14. Bobbin cover
15. Free arm
16. Drop feed teeth switch
17. Button ruler and built-in tape measure
18. Base plate
19. Needle bar with needle clamp screw
20. Presser bar
21. Presser foot ankle
22. Stitch panel
23. Main spool pin
24. Spool caps
25. Auxiliary spool pin
26. Bobbin winding lever (model 30)
27. Bobbin winder (model 30)
28. Thread cutter for bobbin winding (model 30)
29. Bobbin winding thread guide
30. Handwheel
31. GraphicDisplay
32. Touch Panel
33. Built-in USB port
34. ON/OFF switch, connectors for power cord and foot control
Front side
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35. Bobbin stop (model 20)
36. Bobbin winder (model 20)
37. Thread cutter for bobbin winding (model 20)
Rear side
38. Handle
39. Embroidery unit connection socket
Parts of the embroidery unit
(For model 30 type BE18, for model 20 type BE19)
40. Embroidery unit socket
41. Embroidery arm
42. Embroidery unit release button (underside)
43. Embroidery hoop attachment
44. Level adjusting feet
Accessory tray
There are special places for presser feet and bobbins in the accessory tray, plus space for needles and other accessories. Store the accessories in the tray so they are easily accessible.
45. Space for accessories
46. Removable presser feet and bobbin holder
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Included accessories
47. 2 thread nets. Slide on the spool when using synthetic threads that easily unwind.
48. Screwdriver
49. Ligth bulb remover
50. Seam ripper
51. Brush
52. 2 non-Stick glide plates
53. 2 felt pads
54. 2 spool caps, large (1 attached to the machine upon delivery)
55. Spool cap, small
56. Spool cap, medium (attached to the machine upon delivery)
57. 6 bobbins (one in machine upon delivery)
58. Multipurpose tool/ Button reed
59. USB embroidery stitck (1 GB)
60. Hoop Clips (16 with model 30, 10 with model 20)
61. Pictogram Pen
Hoops Included
62. DESIGNER™ Royal Hoop, 360x200mm (Only with model 30)
63. DESIGNER™ Crown Hoop, 260x200mm (Only with model 20)
64. DESIGNER™ Splendid Square Hoop, 120x120mm
Accessories Included - not in picture
• Scissors
• Needles
• Carrying case (attached on the machine upon delivery)
• Foot control
• Foot control cord
• Power cord
• Embroidery thread
• Pieces of fabric and stabilizer
• 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication CD
• DESIGNER TOPAZ™ Sampler CD
• DESIGNER TOPAZ™ 30 Bonus Sampler CD (Only with model 30)
• DESIGNER TOPAZ™ Sampler Book
• User´s Guide
• Quick Guide
• Accessory User’s Guide
• Warranty card
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Presser feet
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Utility Foot A Attached on the machine upon delivery. This foot is used mainly for
straight stitching and zigzag stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0.
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Decorative Stitch Foot B
When sewing decorative stitches or short zigzag stitches and other utility stitches with less than 1.0 mm stitch length, use this foot. The tunnel on the underside of the foot is designed to feed smoothly over the stitches.
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Buttonhole Foot C This foot is used for sewing buttonholes step by step. Use the guide lines
on the toe of the foot to position the garment edge. The two tunnels on the bottom of the foot ensures a smooth feed over the buttonhole columns. The À nger on the back of the foot holds cording for corded buttonhole.
Blind Hem Foot D This foot is used for blind hem stitches. The inner edge of this foot
guides the fabric. The right toe of the foot is designed to ride along the hem edge.
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Zipper Foot E This foot can be snapped on either to the right or to the left of the
needle, making it easy to sew close to both sides of the zipper teeth. Move needle position to right or left to sew closer to zipper teeth or for covering large cording.
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Non-Stick Glide Foot H
This foot, with a non-stick coating underneath, is used when sewing foam, vinyl, plastic or leather to minimize the risk of these materials sticking to the foot.
Edging Foot J This foot is used for overcasting and seam/overcasting. Stitches form
over the pin which prevents puckering at the edge of the fabric.
Embroidery/ Darning Foot R
This foot is used for free motion embroidery/quilting/stitching and hoop embroidery.
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Decorative Stitch Foot B Transparent
A clear foot for decorative sewing ma kes it easy to match stitches. Same tunnel on the underside as Presser Foot B.
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Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot
When connected to the machine, the buttonhole is sewn in a suitable length to the button size that has been entered into the machine.
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ON
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Set Up
1. Set Up
Unpacking
1. Place the machine on a sturdy, Á at surface, remove the packaging and lift off the cover.
2. Remove the packing material and the foot control.
3. The machine is delivered with an accessory bag, a power cord and a foot control cord.
4. Wipe the machine, particularly around the needle and stitch plate to remove any soil before sewing.
Connecting the foot control cord
Among the accessories you will À nd the foot control cord and the power cord. Connecting the foot control cord to the foot control is only necessary the very À rst time you are going to use the machine.
1. Take out the foot control cord. Turn the foot control over. Connect the cord to the socket inside the space of the foot control.
2. Push À rmly to make sure it is properly connected.
3. Lay the cord in the slot on the underside of the foot control.
Connect the power cord and foot control
On the underside of the machine you will À nd information about the power supply voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz).
Note: Before plugging in the foot control, check to ensure that it is of type “FR5” (see underside of foot control).
1. Connect the foot control cord to the front socket on the bottom right side of the machine (1).
2. Connect the power cord to the rear socket on the bottom right side of the machine (2).
3. Press the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on power and light (3).
For the USA and Canada
This sewing machine has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to À t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not À t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not À t, contact a qualiÀ ed electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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Set Up
Packing away after sewing
1. Press the ON/OFF switch (3) to OFF.
2. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine (2).
3. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine (1). Wind the foot control cord inside the space on the underside of the foot control.
4. Place all accessories in the accessory tray. Slide the tray on to the machine, behind the free arm.
5. Place the foot control in the space above the free arm.
6. Put on the cover.
Extended Sewing Surface
The space at the right side of the needle, between the needle and the arm, gives you a great deal of extra space. This makes sewing large projects and quilts much easier than on other sewing machines. Keep the accessory tray on the machine to provide a large, Á at work surface.
Using the free arm
Slide the accessory tray to the left when you wish to remove it and use the free arm.
Use the free arm to facilitate sewing trouser legs and sleeve hems. To replace the accessory tray, slide it onto the machine until it À ts
in place.
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B
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Set Up
Spool pins and spool caps
Your sewing machine has two spool pins; a main spool pin and an auxiliary spool pin. The spool pins are designed for all types of thread. The main spool pin is adjustable and can be used in a horizontal position (the thread reels off the stationary spool) or in a vertical position (the thread spool rotates). Use the horizontal position for all regular sewing threads and the vertical position for large spools or specialty threads.
Horizontal position
Lift the spool pin up slightly from its horizontal position to easily place the thread spool on the pin. The thread should reel over the top, in a counterclockwise direction, as shown in the picture. Slide on a spool cap and then move the spool pin back to the horizontal position.
There are two spool caps on the spool pin upon delivery. For medium sized thread spools, the medium sized cap (A) is placed in front of the spool. For large thread spools, the large cap (B) is placed in front of the spool.
The Á at side of the spool cap should be pressed À rmly against the spool. There should be no space between spool cap and thread spool.
Two extra spool caps, one small and one large, are also included as accessories for your machine. The small spool cap can be used for small thread spools. The second large spool cap can be used when winding a bobbin from a second spool of thread or when sewing with a twin needle.
Vertical position
Lift the spool pin up and all the way to the right. Lock the spool pin in the vertical position by slightly pressing it down. Slide on the large spool cap. For spools smaller than the medium size spool cap or when using specialty threads, place a felt pad under the thread spool to prevent the thread from reeling off too fast. For larger spools, the felt pad is not needed.
Note: No spool cap should be placed on top of the spool as this prevents the spool from rotating.
Auxiliary spool pin
The auxiliary spool pin is used when winding a bobbin from a second spool of thread or for a second spool when sewing with a twin needle.
Lift the auxiliary spool pin up and to the left. Slide on the large spool cap. For spools smaller than the medium size spool cap, place a felt pad under the thread spool to prevent the thread from reeling off too fast. For larger spools, the felt pad shall not be used.
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Set Up
Threading the Upper Thread
Make sure the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position.
1. Place the thread on the spool pin and the spool cap on the spool as described on page 12.
2. Spool pin in horizontal position: Bring the thread over and behind the pre-tension thread guide (A) and under the thread guide (B).
Spool pin in vertical position:
Instead of bringing the thread into the pre-tension guide (A), bring it directly under the thread guide (B).
3. Bring the thread down between the thread tension discs (C).
4. Continue threading in the direction indicated by the arrows. Bring the thread from the right into the slot on the take-up lever (D).
5. Take the thread down and behind the last guide just above the needle (E).
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Needle threader
The needle must be in the up position to use the built-in needle threader. We also recommend lowering the presser foot.
1. Use the handle to pull the needle threader all the way down, catching the thread under the guide (A).
2. Push back to bring the needle threader forward until the metal Á anges cover the needle. A small hook will pass through the needle eye (B).
3. Place the thread under the Á anges in front of the needle, so the thread catches into the small hook (C).
4. Let the needle threader gently swing back. The hook pulls the thread through the needle eye and forms a loop behind the needle. Pull the thread loop out behind the needle.
5. Place the thread under the presser foot.
Note: The needle threader is designed to be used for size 70-120 needles. You cannot use the needle threader for size 60 needles or smaller, the wing needle, twin needle, triple needle or when the Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot is on. There are also some other optional accessories that require manual threading of the needle.
When threading the needle manually, make sure that the needle is threaded from front to back. The white presser foot ankle makes it easy to see the eye of the needle. The bobbin case cover can be used as a magnifying glass.
Cutting the thread
Once you have À nished sewing, you can cut the threads by raising the presser foot and pulling the threads on the left side of the machine from back to front into the thread cutter.
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Set Up
Threading for twin needles
1. Insert a twin needle.
2. Use a second thread spool or wind a bobbin with the thread you are going to use as the second upper thread.
3. Lift the spool pin up and all the way to the right. Lock the spool pin in the vertical position by slightly pressing it down. Slide on the large spool cap. For spools smaller than the medium size spool cap, place a felt pad under the thread spool.
4. Place the À rst thread spool on the spool pin. The spool should rotate in a clockwise direction when the thread reels off the spool.
5.
LEFT NEEDLE: Thread the machine as described on page 13.
Check to ensure that the thread lies between the left thread tension discs (A). Thread the left needle manually.
6. Pull out the auxiliary spool pin and slide on the large spool cap. For spools smaller than the medium size spool cap, place a felt pad under the thread spool.
7. Place the second thread on the spool pin. The second spool should rotate in a counterclockwise direction when the thread reels off the spool.
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RIGHT NEEDLE: Thread the machine as before but this thread
should lie between the right thread tension discs (A) and outside the needle thread guide (B). Thread the right needle manually.
Note: Only use symmetrical twin needles (C). Do not use this type of twin needle (D), since it may damage your sewing machine.
Thread sensor
If the upper thread breaks or runs out or if the bobbin thread runs out, the machine stops and a pop-up appears on the display.
If upper thread breaks: Re-thread the machine and press OK. The pop-up disappears. If bobbin thread runs out; replace with a full bobbin and continue sewing.
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Set Up
Bobbin Winding, model 20
Winding the bobbin with the machine threaded
Make sure that the presser foot is up and the needle is in the highest position.
Note! Do not use a plastic presser foot when bobbin winding.
1. Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder on the top of the machine. The bobbin only À ts on one way, with the logo facing up. Use only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins.
2. Thread the machine with the main spool pin in the horizontal position.
Note: If the thread spool is too large to be in horizontal position, wind
the bobbin as described under “Winding Specialty Threads” below.
3. Pull the thread from the needle under the presser foot and to the right through the bobbin winding thread guide (C).
4. Guide the thread through the hole in the bobbin (D) from the inside to the outside.
5. Push the bobbin winder to the right. A pop-up message appears on the GraphicDisplay. Press the foot control or the Start/Stop button to start winding. Hold the end of the thread À rmly when starting to wind. Once the bobbin begins to wind, cut the excess thread.
When the bobbin is full, it will stop automatically. Push the
bobbin winder back to the left, remove the bobbin and cut off the thread on the thread cutter.
Winding Specialty Threads
We do not recommend winding speciality threads such as “invisible” or other stretchy threads, metallic or Á at metallic threads through the needle.
Always wind these threads at minimum speed.
1. Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder on the top of the machine. The bobbin only À ts on one way, with the logo facing up. Use only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins.
2. Place the large spool cap and a felt pad under the spool on the main spool pin set in the vertical position.
3. Bring the thread over and behind the pre-tension thread guide (A) and down around the thread tension disc (B), then through bobbin winding thread guide (C) as illustrated.
4. See Winding the bobbin with the machine threaded, step 4-5.
Note: Depending on the type of thread, wrap the thread one or two turns around the bobbin thread tension disc (B) to put more tension on the thread. Embroidery weight bobbin thread should be taken two turns around the bobbin thread tension disc.
Note: When using earlier version of HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins that do not have a hole, wind several turns of thread on the bobbin to get started.
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Bobbin Winding, model 30
Winding the bobbin with the machine threaded
Make sure that the presser foot is up and the needle is in the highest position.
Note! Do not use a plastic presser foot when bobbin winding.
1. Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder on the top of the machine. The bobbin only À ts on one way, with the logo facing up. Use only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins.
2. Thread the machine with the main spool pin in the horizontal position.
Note: If the thread spool is too large to be in horizontal position, wind
the bobbin as described under “Winding Specialty Threads” below.
3. Pull the thread from the needle under the presser foot and to the right through the bobbin winding thread guide (C).
4. Guide the thread through the hole in the bobbin (D) from the inside to the outside.
5. Push the bobbin winder lever towards the bobbin to wind. A pop-up message appears on the GraphicDisplay. Press the OK button to start winding. To adjust the winding speed use the left/right arrow buttons. Hold the thread À r mly when starting to wind. Once the bobbin begins to wind, cut the excess thread.
Once the bobbin is full, the bobbin winder lever will move
back and the winding will stop automatically. The pop-up message closes. Remove the bobbin and cut the thread using the bobbin thread cutter.
Winding Specialty Threads
We do not recommend winding speciality threads such as “invisible” or other stretchy threads, metallic or Á at metallic threads through the needle.
Always wind these threads at minimum speed.
1. Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder on the top of the machine. The bobbin only À ts on one way, with the logo facing up. Use only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins.
2. Place the large spool cap and a felt pad under the spool on the main spool pin set in the vertical position.
3. Bring the thread over and behind the pre-tension thread guide (A) and down around the thread tension disc (B), then through bobbin winding thread guide (C) as illustrated.
4. See Winding the bobbin with the machine threaded, step 4-5.
Note: Depending on the type of thread, wrap the thread one or two turns around the bobbin thread tension disc (B) to put more tension on the thread. Embroidery weight bobbin thread should be taken two turns around the bobbin thread tension disc.
Note: When using earlier version of HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins that do not have a hole, wind several turns of thread on the bobbin to get started.
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Set Up
Bobbin Winding while embroidering or sewing
Model 30 has a separate motor for bobbin winding to wind bobbins while sewing or embroidering.
1. Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder on the top of the machine. The bobbin only À ts on one way, with the logo facing up. Use only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins.
2. Raise the auxiliary spool pin. Place the large spool cap, felt pad and thread spool on the spool pin.
3. Bring the bobbin thread around the thread tension disc (B) and through the thread guide (C) as illustrated.
4. Guide the thread through the hole in the bobbin (D) from the inside to the outside.
5. Push the bobbin winder lever towards the bobbin to wind. A pop-up message appears on the GraphicDisplay. Press the OK button to start winding. To adjust the winding speed use the left/right arrow buttons. Hold the thread À r mly when starting to wind. Once the bobbin begins to wind, cut the excess thread.
Once the bobbin is full, the bobbin winder lever will move
back and the winding will stop automatically. The pop-up message closes. Remove the bobbin and cut the thread using the bobbin thread cutter.
Note: Make sure that the thread does not touch the cap of the horizontal
spool pin when winding the bobbin. If it does, place the cap and spool on the vertical spool pin higher.
Inserting the bobbin
1. Remove the bobbin cover by sliding it towards you.
2. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case. It drops in only one way with the logo facing up. The thread unreels from the left of the bobbin. The bobbin will then rotate counter-clockwise when you pull the thread.
3. Place your À nger on the bobbin to keep it from turning as you pull the thread À rmly to the right and then to the left into the tension spring (E) until it “clicks” into place.
4. Continue threading around (F) and to the right of the thread cutter (G). Slide on the bobbin cover (H). Pull the thread to the left to cut (I).
Note: When using earlier version of HUSQVARNA VIKING® bobbins that do not have a hole, wind several turns of thread on the bobbin to get started.
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Set Up
Thread tension
Your machine automatically sets the best thread tension for the selected stitch and fabric. Go to the SET Menu to adjust the thread tension for specialty thread, techniques or fabric (see page
28).
Correct and incorrect thread tension
For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted, i.e. for general sewing, the threads evenly meet between the two fabric layers (1).
If the bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric, the needle thread tension is too tight (2). Reduce the needle thread tension.
If top thread is visible on the underside of the fabric, the needle thread tension is too loose (3). Increase the needle thread tension.
Note: For decorative stitches and buttonholes the top thread should be visible on the underside of the fabric.
EXCLUSIVE SENSOR SYSTEM™ (ESS)
Sensor Foot Pressure
Thanks to the Sensor Foot Pressure, the presser foot actually senses the thickness of fabric, embroidery or stitching to sew over it smoothly and evenly with perfect fabric feeding.
If you want to see the actual setting of the presser foot pressure for the selected fabric and adjust the pressure manually, go to the SET Menu (see page 28).
Sensor Foot Lift
The presser foot on your sewing machine is raised and lowered in four levels with the Sensor Foot Up and Down buttons (see page
25).
The presser foot is automatically lowered when you start sewing. When you stop with the needle in the down position, the presser foot automatically senses the thickness of the fabric and raises the presser foot to just the right height to Á oat over the fabric for pivoting. Go to the SET Menu to turn off this function (see page
28).
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Lower the feed teeth
The feed teeth are lowered when you move the switch on the front of the free arm to the right. Move the switch to the left if you wish to raise the feed teeth. The feed teeth will raise as you begin to sew. The feed teeth should be lowered when sewing on buttons and for free motion sewing.
When embroidering, the feed teeth are lowered automatically as the embroidery unit is connected. When the embroidery unit is removed, the feed teeth are raised automatically when you start sewing.
Changing the presser foot
Turn off the ON/OFF switch
1. Make sure the needle is in the highest position and the presser foot lifted. Pull the presser foot towards you.
2. Line up the cross pin on the foot with the gap in the presser foot ankle. Push back until the foot snaps into place.
Changing the needle
Turn off the ON/OFF switch
1. Use the hole in the multipurpose tool to hold the needle.
2. Loosen the screw in the needle clamp with the screwdriver.
3. Remove the needle.
4. Insert the new needle using the multipurpose tool. Push the new needle upwards with the Á at side away from you until it will go no further.
5. Use the screwdriver to tighten the screw.
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Needles
The sewing machine needle plays an important role in successful sewing. To ensure you will get a quality needle, we recommend needles of system 130/705H. The needle package included with your machine contains needles of the most frequently used sizes for sewing on woven and stretch fabrics.
Universal needle (A)
Universal needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of sizes. For general sewing in a variety of fabric types and weights.
Stretch needle (B)
Stretch needles have a special scarf to eliminate skipped stitches when there is a Á ex in the fabric. For knits, swimwear, Á eece, synthetic suedes and leathers. Marked with a yellow band.
Denim needle (C)
Denim needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly woven fabrics without deÁ ecting the needle. For canvas, denim, microÀ bers. Marked with a blue band.
Wing needle (D)
The Wing needle has wide wings on the side of the needle to poke holes in the fabric when sewing entredeux and other hemstitches on natural À ber fabrics.
Note: Change the needle often. Always use a straight needle with a sharp point (1). A damaged needle (2) can cause skipped stitches, breakage of needles or snapping of thread. A damaged needle can also damage the stitch plate.
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Threads
There are many threads on the market today developed for different purposes.
All purpose sewing thread
All purpose sewing thread is made of synthetic, cotton or cotton covered polyester. This type of thread is used for sewing garments and projects.
Embroidery thread
Embroidery thread is made of various À bers: rayon, polyester, acrylic or metallic. These threads create a smooth glossy appearance for embroidery and other decorative stitching.
When embroidering, use embroidery bobbin thread.
Note: When using a metallic or a Á at À lm thread for embroidering, you may need to use a needle with a larger eye and lower the embroidery speed. Thread the sewing machine with the spool in the vertical position.
Transparent thread
Transparent thread, also called monoÀ lament thread, is single clear synthetic thread. It is used for quilting and other decorative sewing. Thread the sewing machine with the spool in the vertical position. When winding a bobbin, wind at slow speed and wind the bobbin half full.
Pictogram Pen
Use an air or water soluble marking pen for embroidery and Pictograms on all types of fabrics. The color disappears after a few hours. You can also use cold water to completely remove the markings. Make sure that all markings are removed before ironing or washing with soap or detergent.
Stabilizers
Tear-away stabilizers
Tear-away stabilizers are used with stable woven fabrics. Place underneath fabric for decorative stitching or hoop with the fabric when embroidering. Tear away excess stabilizer after stitching.
Iron-on tear-away
Iron-on tear-away is a totally stable stabilizer that has a slick side that will iron on to fabric. It is recommended for knits and all unstable fabrics. Fuse it to the wrong side of the fabric before decorative stitching or hooping. Tear away excess stabilizer after stitching.
Cut-away stabilizer
Cut-away stabilizer does not tear so the excess has to be cut away. It is recommended for knits and all unstable fabrics, especially for hoop embroidery.
Water soluble stabilizer
Water soluble stabilizer is placed on top of the fabric when embellishing/embroidering napped and looped fabrics such as terry cloth. When embroidering cutwork, use it underneath the fabric. Place your work in water to dissolve the excess stabilizer. It is available in different thicknesses.
Disintegrating stabilizer
Disintegrating stabilizer is a stable, loosely woven fabric that is used for techniques such as cutwork and to crochet off the fabric edge. The stabilizer disappears with heat.
Sticky stabilizer
Sticky stabilizer is used for hoop embroidery when the fabric to be embroidered is too delicate or too small to be hooped. Hoop the sticky stabilizer with the paper side up. Remove the paper and place the project to be embroidered onto the sticky surface. Tear away sticky stabilizer after stitching.
Some fabrics have excess dye which can cause discoloration on other fabrics or on your sewing machine. This discoloring may be very difÀ cult or impossible to remove.
Fleece and denim fabric, especially in red and blue, often contain a lot of excess dye.
If you suspect that your fabric/ready-to-wear garment contains a lot of excess dye, always pre-wash it before sewing/embroidering to avoid the discoloration.
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USB port
On the right side of your machine you will À nd a USB port to connect your USB embroidery stick.
USB embroidery stick
Delivered with your machine is a USB embroidery stick. Upon delivery the stick contains embroidery designs and one embroidery font. Use the stick to save designs from your PC and load them on your machine.
Note: Only original HUSQVARNA VIKING® USB embroidery sticks will be supported.
Connect to and remove from USB port
Insert the USB embroidery stick in the USB port on the right side of your machine. The USB plug can only be inserted one way ­do not force it into the port!
To remove, carefully pull the USB embroidery stick out straight.
Using the USB embroidery stick
A light at the end of the stick indicates that the USB embroidery stick is plugged in correctly. When loading from the stick the light Á ashes.
Note: Do not remove the USB embroidery stick while loading, adjusting or stitching-out a design.
The USB embroidery stick provided with the machine can be left in the machine when putting on the hard cover. Make sure that the cover of the USB stick is turned downwards.
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5D™ Embroidery Software
5D™ QuickFont
Create font À les (.vf3) for your HUSQVARNA VIKING® DESIGNER TOPAZ™ embroidery machine from most TrueType® or OpenType® fonts on your computer.
5D™ Organizer
Find your designs and pictures easily. Browse them in different sizes and print selected groups as full worksheets or thumbnail catalogs. Convert your designs between major embroidery formats, to pictures or desktop wallpaper for your computer.
Installing your software
If you own other HUSQVARNA VIKING® 5D™ Embroidery System software, you may need to install the 5D™ Embroidery System 9.2 (or higher version) Update instead of installing the Embroidery Machine Communication Software. Then add the HUSQVARNA VIKING® DESIGNER TOPAZ™ 30 or 20 sewing and embroidery machine from the Machine Manager in 5D™ ConÀ gure, as described in Step 4.
1. Ensure you are logged onto your computer with a user name that is an administrator on the computer, then install your software from the CD provided (attached inside the back cover of this User’s Guide).
2. Insert your CD. In Windows® 7/Vista, an AutoPlay message may appear, asking what you wish to do with the CD. Click the option to Run Menu.exe. Select your desired language, and select the ’Install Embroidery Machine Communication Software’ option from the menu.
3. Follow the instructions in the installation Wizard. When asked to enter your Installation Code, enter the following number:
9200.
4. In the 5D™ ConÀ gure Wizard under MyMachines select your machine type: HUSQVARNA VIKING® DESIGNER TOPAZ™ 30 or 20. Under Send 1 or Send 2 select HUSQVARNA VIKING® DESIGNER TOPAZ™ 30 or 20, USB Embroidery Stick.
Note You can À nd more detailed information about the installation in
the 5D™ Embroidery System Getting Started Guide, in the folder ’UserGuides’ on the CD. Your installation CD includes an option to Install Drivers. However, this is not required for the HUSQVARNA VIKING® DESIGNER TOPAZ™ series embroidery machine.
Register your 5D™ software
After À nishing the software installation, you can select to register your software by clicking on R egister in the men u. Create an account and enter your details to receive customized 5D™ newsletters.
Important!
During the registration process you will be given an option to enter which sewing and embroidery machine(s) you own. This is NOT a product or warranty registration. The machine information entered here is only used to customize 5D™ Software newsletters. For product and warranty registration, go to the HUSQVARNA VIKING® web site at www.husqvarnaviking.com.
To register later, select the Register button in 5D™ ConÀ gure at any time.
How to Launch the Programs
Shortcuts on the Desktop
1. Double-click on the Shortcut to the 5D™ Embroidery System program folder. A list of the programs appears.
2. Double-click on 5D™ Organizer, 5D™ QuickFont or 5D™ ConÀ gure to launch it.
Alternatively use the Start Menu to open modules under Start, All Programs, 5D™ Embroidery System.
Viewing and Printing PDF Guides
To À nd all the Reference and Sample Guides for your 5D™ Embroidery System software, go to Start, All Programs, 5D™ Embroidery System then choose Reference Guides or Sample Guides. Choose the relevant folder, then select the desired PDF Guide. Double-click on the desired name to launch the relevant .pdf À le if you have Adobe Acrobat installed on your computer. To install the Acrobat Reader, insert the 5D™ Embroidery System CD and select that option from the menu that appears.
How to Update your machine
Be sure to consult the web site at www.husqvarnaviking.com and/ or your local authorized HUSQVARNA VIKING® dealer for updates and upgrades for your machine and User’s Guide.
Update instructions
1. Go to the HUSQVARNA VIKING® web site at www.husqvarnaviking.com and À nd your sewing machine. Here you will À nd updates available for your machine.
2. Download the update software to your USB embroidery stick, following the instructions on the web site.
3. Make sure that your machine is turned off. Connect the USB embroidery stick loaded with the new software version to the USB port on your machine.
4. Press and hold the Needle Stop Up/Down button and the Reverse button at the same time. With both of these buttons À rmly depressed, turn on your machine.
5. The new Software version will install automatically. When the LED next to the reverse button starts Á ashing, release the buttons.
6. The update procedure can take several minutes. The GraphicDisplay will be blank while the LEDs next to the Reverse button and two other buttons are indicating in different combinations.
7. When the update is completed the machine will restart automatically. Check the software version number in the SET Menu.
Note: If the update is not completed successfully the LEDs next to the
Reverse button and two other buttons will Á ash simultaneously. Turn off the machine and start the update from the beginning. If the problem remains contact your authorized dealer.
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