Page 2 - Cover A; Enclosed Accessories; Accessories; The following items should also be enclosed in the box.; Note
Cover A Enclosed Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are enclosed. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. Accessories The following items should also be enclosed in the box. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.* 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20....
Page 3 - Cover B; Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions; Front view
Cover B GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the...
Page 4 - Cover C; Memo
———————————————————————————————————————— Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Cover C GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Needle and presser foot section 1 Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 2 Thread guide ...
Page 5 - Cover D; Operation buttons
Cover D GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 1 Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at...
Page 6 - Cover E; Operation panel
Cover E GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of various buttons and sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn. 1 Stitch width adjustment slider / 2 S...
Page 7 - Optional Accessories; The following are available as optional accessories.
1 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. Side cutter Part code: SA177, XC3879-002 2. Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. Wide table Part code: SA537, XC4541-051 4. Walking foo...
Page 9 - Contents
3 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Contents Enclosed Accessories ................................................................................................ Cover A Accessories ..............................................................................
Page 12 - Important Safety Instructions; DANGER; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Important Safety Instructions When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. The mac...
Page 13 - NOTE; Blue
7 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug suppl...
Page 14 - For safe operation
8 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEAS...
Page 15 - GETTING READY
1 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off .................................................................................. 10Winding/...
Page 16 - Turning the Machine On/Off; This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.; Power supply precautions; Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.; WARNING
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 10 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following ...
Page 17 - Turning on the machine; Turning off the machine; Make sure that the machine is not sewing.
Turning the Machine On/Off 11 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Turning on the machine 1 Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “O”), and then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side o...
Page 18 - Winding/Installing the Bobbin; Bobbin precautions; Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.; CAUTION
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 12 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be ...
Page 19 - • If the spool is not positioned so that the; Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.; • Three spool cap sizes are available (large,
Winding/Installing the Bobbin 13 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 1 Turn on the sewing machine. 2 Lift open the upper cover. 3 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin. 1 Notch 2 Bobbin wi...
Page 20 - The thread is cut to a suitable length.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 14 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 8 While holding the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover to the fro...
Page 21 - he bobbin starts spinning and the thread is; Press; he sewing machine stops.; Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left.
Winding/Installing the Bobbin 15 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX c Slide the sewing speed controller to the right (so that the speed will be fast). 1 Sewing speed controller d Press (start/stop button) once. 1 Start/stop button X T he bobbin starts spinnin...
Page 22 - Installing the bobbin; Install the bobbin wound with thread.; Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right.; The bobbin cover opens.; Remove the bobbin cover.; • Be careful not to drop the bobbin.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 16 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the shuttle is indicated ...
Page 23 - The lower threading is finished.
Winding/Installing the Bobbin 17 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 7 Reattach the bobbin cover. Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. X The lower threading is finished. Next, thread the up...
Page 24 - Upper Threading; Threading the upper thread; Turn on the sewing machine.; The presser foot is raised.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 18 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Upper Threading In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. Memo ● The orde...
Page 25 - Lift open the upper cover.
Upper Threading 19 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX • If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. 3 Press (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. 1 Needle position button • If the needle is not cor...
Page 26 - left
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 20 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 8 While holding the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover to the fro...
Page 27 - Threading the needle; Lower the presser foot lever.; The presser foot is lowered.; Lower the needle threader lever until it clicks.; Release the needle threader lever.
Upper Threading 21 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Threading the needle The needle threader can be used with needle size 75/11 through 100/16. For more details on the needle, refer to “Needle types and their uses” (page 26). 1 With your left hand, hold the...
Page 28 - Using the twin needle; Install the twin needle.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 22 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 7 Raise the presser foot lever, pass the thread through the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward the rear of the machi...
Page 29 - • For details, refer to step; Attach zigzag foot “J”.; • For details on changing the presser foot, refer
Upper Threading 23 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 4 Insert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin winder shaft. Insert the extra spool pin so that it is perpendicular to the bobbin winder shaft. 1 Bobbin winder shaft 5 Swing down the spool pin so that it is ...
Page 30 - • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 24 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX a Select a stitch. • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting Stitching” (page 54). • For details on the stitches that can be sewn with ...
Page 31 - Pulling up the bobbin thread; Insert the bobbin into the shuttle.; • Refer to steps; Pass the bobbin thread through the slot.; Do not cut the thread with the cutter.; Reattach the bobbin cover.
Upper Threading 25 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. 1 Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. • Refer to steps 1 through 5 of “I...
Page 32 - Replacing the Needle; Needle precautions; Fabric Type/Application
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 26 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions conc...
Page 33 - Checking the needle; Correct needle; Incorrect needle
Replacing the Needle 27 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Memo ● The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread, and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skip...
Page 34 - Replacing the needle; Turn off the sewing machine.; • Do not apply a strong force when loosening
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 28 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the needle Replace the needle as described below. Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the ...
Page 35 - Replacing the Presser Foot; The presser foot presses down on the fabric.; Presser foot precautions; Replace the presser foot as described below.; The needle is raised.
Replacing the Presser Foot 29 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Replacing the Presser Foot The presser foot presses down on the fabric. Presser foot precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet. Replacing the presser f...
Page 36 - The presser foot is attached.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 30 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 5 Place a different presser foot below the holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the holder. Position the presser foot so t...
Page 37 - • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser; Attaching the presser foot holder; Attaching the walking foot; • For details, refer to “Removing the presser
Replacing the Presser Foot 31 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting...
Page 39 - Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces; Stitching cylindrical pieces; Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left.; Pull out the four legs until they snap into place.; Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left.
Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces 33 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces When sewing cylindrical or large pieces of fabric, remove the flat bed attachment. Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes ...
Page 41 - SEWING BASICS
2 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing..................................................................................................................... 36Adjusting the...
Page 42 - Sewing
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 36 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below.Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. ● While the machine is in oper...
Page 43 - General sewing procedure; Turn on the
Sewing 37 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to “Turning on the machine” (page 11). ↓ 2 Select t...
Page 44 - Positioning the fabric; Place the fabric under the presser foot.; • If the seam allowance is positioned on the; The fabric is now positioned to be sewn.
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 38 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Positioning the fabric Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned corre...
Page 45 - Starting to sew; Using the operation buttons; Sewing can be started and stopped using the; The machine starts sewing.; Using the foot controller
Sewing 39 2 Starting to sew Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the sewing machine. The sewing speed can be adjusted using either the operation buttons or the foot controller. ■ Using the operation buttons Sewing can be started and stopped using the operation button (start/stop button)...
Page 46 - • The speed set using the sewing speed; If
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 40 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 3 Turn on the sewing machine. 4 Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to select the desired sewing speed. Slide the sewing speed cont...
Page 47 - Securing the stitching; • For details, refer to “Starting to sew”; After sewing 3 to 5 stitches, press; The machine stops sewing.
Sewing 41 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Securing the stitching When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at the end of an opening or where seams do not overlap, use reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching to secure the end of the thread. 1 ...
Page 48 - Release the start/stop button or foot controller.; Sewing reinforcement stitches; pressing
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 42 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 7 After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn, release (reverse/reinforcement stitch button). X The machine stops sewing. 8 Press (start/stop button)...
Page 49 - Cutting the thread; When you have finished sewing, cut the threads.; • The needle is raised.; Raise the presser foot lever.
Sewing 43 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads. 1 When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, press (needle position button) once to raise the needle. 1 Needle positi...
Page 50 - Adjusting the Thread Tension; Correct thread tension
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 44 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread tension) should be adjusted so that they are equal. Cha...
Page 51 - Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length; Adjusting the stitch width; The stitch width can be adjusted with the arrow keys.; Changing the needle position; • To automatically select the stitch width most
Adjusting the Thread Tension / Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 45 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The zigzag width (pattern width) and stitch length of utility stitches can be adjusted. Normally, when a stitch is...
Page 52 - Adjusting the stitch length; The stitch length adjustment button lights up.; • To automatically select the stitch length most
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 46 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted with the arrow keys. 1 Press the stitch length adjustment button in the operation panel....
Page 53 - Useful Functions; For the lowered needle stop position
Useful Functions 47 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Useful Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Changing the needle stop position The sewing machine can be set to leave the needle in the fabric (lowered needle stop...
Page 54 - After reaching the end of the stitching, press
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 48 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 3 Position the fabric under the presser foot, and then press (start/stop button) once. 1 Start/stop button X After reverse/reinforcement stitches are ...
Page 55 - Useful Sewing Tips; Trial sewing; stopped sewing, press; Sewing curves
Useful Sewing Tips 49 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Useful Sewing Tips Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing After you have set up the machine with ...
Page 56 - Sewing thick fabrics; If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot
SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 50 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser f...
Page 57 - Sewing thin fabrics; Aligning the fabric with the presser foot
Useful Sewing Tips 51 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew i...
Page 59 - UTILITY STITCHES
3 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Selecting Stitching ................................................................................................... 54Overcast...
Page 60 - Selecting Stitching; Selecting stitching; Determine the stitch that you wish to use.
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 54 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Selecting Stitching You can select any of the various types of stitching available. Selecting stitching Using the operation panel keys, select the d...
Page 62 - Overcasting Stitches; Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G”; Attach overcasting foot “G”.; Overcasting
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 56 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. Seven stitches are available for overcasti...
Page 63 - Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”; Zigzag stitch
Overcasting Stitches 57 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot “J”. 1 Attach zigzag foot “J”. • For details, refer to “Replacing the presser ...
Page 64 - Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter; Remove the presser foot.
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 58 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cu...
Page 65 - • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching”; Position the fabric in the side cutter.; • If the fabric is not positioned correctly, the
Overcasting Stitches 59 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 6 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the side cutter is securely attached. 7 Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. 8 Select a...
Page 66 - Basic Stitching; Basic stitching
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 60 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Basic stitching 1 Baste or pin ...
Page 67 - Blind Hem Stitching; Attach blind hem foot “R”.; Blind hem
Blind Hem Stitching 61 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Sew a blind hem according to the following procedure. 1 Fold the fabric ...
Page 68 - If the needle does not catch the hem fold; • For details on changing the stitch width,; Remove the basting stitching.
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 62 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 6 Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. 1 Needle drop point 2 Wider stitch 3 Narrower stitch ■ If the needl...
Page 69 - Buttonhole Stitching; Buttonhole
Buttonhole Stitching 63 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Buttonhole Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Five stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch L...
Page 70 - Buttonhole sewing
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 64 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter + thickness of the button).Buttonholes are sewn from the front...
Page 71 - The size of the buttonhole is set.; Attach buttonhole foot “A”.
Buttonhole Stitching 65 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length. (The distance between the ma...
Page 72 - • When using the eyelet punch, place thick; Changing the density of the stitching; Changing the stitch width; • For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 66 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 9 Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position. 0 Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end of the buttonhole stitching to pre...
Page 73 - Select stitch; Trim off any excess of the gimp thread.; Button sewing; The feed dogs are lowered.
Buttonhole Stitching 67 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. 1 Hook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration so that it ...
Page 74 - Place the button into button-sewing foot “M”.; • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 68 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 4 Place the button into button-sewing foot “M”. 1 Button • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you. Then, slide the...
Page 75 - Cut off any excess thread.
Buttonhole Stitching 69 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX ■ Attaching a shank to a button To sew the button with a shank, attach the button with space between it and the fabric, and then wind the thread by hand. This attaches the button securely. 1 Place the...
Page 76 - Zipper Insertion; A zipper can be sewn in place.; Inserting a centered zipper; Straight; Attaching zippers
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 70 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Zipper Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place. There are many methods for inserting zippers. The procedures for inserting a centered zipper and a s...
Page 77 - Topstitch around the zipper.; Inserting a side zipper
Zipper Insertion 71 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 6 Select stitch . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 54). 7 Topstitch around the zipper. 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening 8 Remove the bastin...
Page 80 - Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape; Stretch stitching
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 74 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Observe the corresponding precautions when per...
Page 82 - Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 76 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pa...
Page 83 - Appliqué stitching; • Remove the thick paper after pressing the
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 77 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Appliqué stitching 1 Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch). 1 Seam allowance 2 Place a pattern made of thick paper on the back of ...
Page 84 - Piecing; For a seam allowance on the right side; Align the left side of the presser foot with the
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 78 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching 1 Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and place it over the lower piece. 2 Sew the two pieces of fabric toget...
Page 85 - Quilting; Baste the fabric to be quilted.; • For details, refer to “Using the optional
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 79 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Memo ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width. Quilting Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric is called “...
Page 86 - Using the optional quilting guide; Walking foot; • Refer to “Removing the presser foot holder”
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 80 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. 1 Insert the stem of the quilter into t...
Page 87 - (to the left as seen from the; • Normally, the drop feed lever is positioned
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 81 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 4 Slide the drop feed lever, located at the rear of the machine on the base, to (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). 1 Feed dog position switch(as seen from the rea...
Page 88 - Reinforcement Stitching; Triple stretch stitching
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 82 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Triple stretch stitching ...
Page 90 - Eyelet Stitching; Attach monogramming foot “N”.; Eyelet stitch; belts
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 84 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Eyelet Stitching Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Three sizes of eyelets are possible: 7 mm, 6 mm and 5 mm (1/4, 15/64 and 3/16 inch). ...
Page 91 - Decorative Stitching
Decorative Stitching 85 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Presser Foot Auto Manual Aut...
Page 92 - Fagoting; After sewing is finished, remove the paper.
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 86 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thic...
Page 93 - Scallop stitching; Smocking
Decorative Stitching 87 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. 1 Attach monogrammin...
Page 94 - Joining
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 88 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 5 Select stitch or . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 54). 6 Stitch between the straight stitches. 7 Pull out the threads for the...
Page 95 - Heirloom stitching; Install the wing needle.
Decorative Stitching 89 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin or mediumweight fabric...
Page 96 - Sew along the center of the unfrayed section.
UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 90 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 3 Select stitch . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 54). 4 With the right side of the fabric facing up, sew along the right edge o...
Page 97 - APPENDIX
4 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings.......................................................................................................... 92Mai...
Page 98 - Stitch Settings; Utility stitches
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 92 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. U...
Page 102 - Maintenance; Cleaning the shuttle; The needle plate cover is removed.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 96 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightl...
Page 103 - • Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward; , and then insert the
Maintenance 97 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX 3 Turn the balance wheel toward you until the tip of the shuttle hook aligns with the edge of the race shelf. 1 Shuttle race 2 Shuttle 3 Edge of the shuttle race 4 Tip of the shuttle hook • Be sure to turn the...
Page 104 - Troubleshooting; Symptom
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 98 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service.If the problem persists, contac...
Page 107 - Error messages; The fabric does
Troubleshooting 101 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Error messages If the start/stop button is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an error message appears in the stitch indicator. Follow the i...
Page 108 - Operation beep; For a correct operation; Two or four beeps are sounded.; Removing the upper cover; Hold the upper cover level.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 102 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Operation beep Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed, a beep is sounded. ■ For a correct operation One beep is sounded. ■ If...
Page 109 - Index; Numerics
Index 103 GETTING READ Y CONTENTS SEWING BASICS U T IL IT Y S T ITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Index Numerics 3-point zigzag stitch ...................................................... 57 A accessories ........................................................... Cover Aadjustable zipper/piping foot ...........
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