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— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 6 Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................ 57 Changing the tension of the upper thread .................................

7 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Combining patterns ....................................................................................................................................... 111Repeat sewing patterns.................

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Accessories 9 Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Included accessories The following items...

10 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■ Attaching the stitch pattern plate The stitch pattern plate shows the stitches and the stitch numbers. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below t...

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 ...

12 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Needle and presser foot section a Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to thread the needle. b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. c Presse...

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 13 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the LCD (liquid crystal display) and keys fo...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 16 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 precautions concerning the power supply. WARN...

Turning the Machine On/Off 17 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Turning on the machine Prepare the included power cord. a Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “ ”), and then plug the p...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 18 Understanding the LCD Screens The LCD screen, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations are performed...

Changing the Machine Settings 19 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed. Changing the settings The general procedure for changing mach...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 20 ■ List of stitch or machine attributes The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on each attribute, refer to the corresponding reference page. Memo z The icon...

Changing the Machine Settings 21 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted. a Press (Settings key) in the operation panel, and then press or (Stitch length ke...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 22 Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions con...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — a Turn on the sewing machine. b Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin.Press down on the b...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 25 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — k Pass the end of the thread through the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to cut it. a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with buil...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 26 Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. CAUTION Memo z The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. ...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 27 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — f Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that the thread unwinds to the left side, and then pull the thread firmly under the tab with your left hand. a Tab • ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 28 Upper Threading In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. CAUTION Memo z The order that the machine should be threaded...

Upper Threading 29 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — c Press (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Needle position button X The needle is at the correct height when the mark on the handwheel is at the top...

Upper Threading 31 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Threading the needle This section describes how to thread the needle. Memo z The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. z Thread with a ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 32 c Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the machine, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. a Needle threader lever X The thread is passed through the eye of the...

Upper Threading 33 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle w...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 34 d Insert the extra spool pin into the end of the bobbin winder shaft. e Install the thread spool and thread the upper thread. Memo z When setting the thread spool, set it so that the thread winds...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 36 Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. a Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Refer to steps a t...

Replacing the Needle 37 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 38 Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate ...

Replacing the Needle 39 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated.Before using the needle, place the fla...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 40 d Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle. a Needle clamp screw b Screwdriver • Do not ap...

Replacing the Presser Foot 41 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 42 d Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder. a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. e Place a different presser foot below t...

Replacing the Presser Foot 43 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 foo...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 44 Using the optional walking foot With the optional walking foot, both pieces of fabric are fed evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the presser foot. This is useful when sewing fabrics that ar...

Replacing the Presser Foot 45 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — d With a screwdriver, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and then remove the walking foot. a Presser foot holder screw e Attach the presser foot holder. • For de...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 46 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 it easier...

2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing ..................................................................................................................... 50 General sewing procedure .................................................................

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 50 Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below.Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. ...

Sewing 51 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 correctly. a Turn on the sewing machine...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 52 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 sewing speed controller or the foot controller. Note Import...

Sewing 53 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — b Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the side of the sewing machine. a Foot controller jack Note (For U.S.A. only) z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be ...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 54 g When you are finished sewing, raise the needle, and then cut the threads. • For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 56). Memo z When the foot controller is plugged in, (start/stop butt...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 56 Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads with the thread cutter on the side of the machine. a When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, if ...

Adjusting the Thread Tension 57 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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. Changing the te...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 58 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 selected, the appropriate width and length...

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 59 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted to make the stitch longer or shorter. a Turn on the sewing machine. X The LCD comes on. b S...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 60 Useful Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to leave the needle lowered...

Useful Functions 61 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — c Press (Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key). This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those for sewing buttonholes and bar tacks is selected where reinforcemen...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 62 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 a stitch is selected, the ...

Useful Sewing Tips 63 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot “J” is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. a S...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 64 Sewing an even seam allowance To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the right of the presser foot, and the edge of the fabric is aligned with either the right edge of...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 66 Selecting Stitching You can select any of the various types of stitching available. Selecting stitch types and patterns A stitch can be selected from the following types available.Stitch pattern...

Selecting Stitching 67 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 † Character stitches (No.01-55) There are 55 characters, including letters, symbols and numbers, in the Gothic font. If (Character/utility decorative stitch key) is presse...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 68 ■ With direct selection With direct selection, there are two stitch modes: preset utility stitch mode and saved pattern mode . a Press (Preset utility stitch/saved pattern key) to select the sti...

Selecting Stitching 69 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 b Use the numeric keys to type in the two-digit number for the desired stitch. For stitches 01 through 09, the stitch can also be selected by using the numeric keys to typ...

Overcasting Stitches 71 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent fabric from fraying. Fifteen stitches are available for overcasting. The procedure ...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 72 Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” Six stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot “J”. a Turn on the sewing machine. b Select a stitch. • For details, refer...

Overcasting Stitches 73 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Four stitches c...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 74 f Raise the presser foot lever to check that the side cutter is securely attached. g Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. h Se...

Basic Stitching 75 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Basic stitching a Baste or pin together the fabric pieces....

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 76 ■ Changing the needle position The needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch (left needle position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). a Straight s...

Blind Hem Stitching 77 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 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...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 78 g Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. a Needle b Needle drop point c Fold of hem a Stitch width ■ If the needle catches too much of the hem fold The ne...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 79 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Ten stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes and one st...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 80 Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button).Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown b...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 81 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ 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 cal...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 82 g Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. h Cut the threa...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 83 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ Changing the stitch width Adjust the stitch width. • For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width” (page 58). Memo z Before sewing buttonholes, check...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 84 Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. a Measure the distance between the holes in the button to be attached. b Raise the p...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 85 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 i Start sewing. Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforc...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 86 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 side zipper are described below. Inserting a ce...

Zipper Insertion 87 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 f Select stitch 02 . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 67). CAUTION g Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin of zipper foot “I”. a Pin on the right...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 88 Inserting a side zipper Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper application for side openings and back openings. a Stitching b Right side of fabric c End of zipper...

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 91 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Observe the corresponding precautions when perfor...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 93 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Patte...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 94 Appliqué stitching a Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch). a Seam allowance b Place a pattern made of thick paper or stabilizer on the back of...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 95 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching a Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and place it over the lower piece. b Sew the two pieces of fabric together...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 96 ■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 19 . a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo z To change the width of the seam ...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 97 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. a Insert the stem of the quilting guide in...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 99 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 f Press or (Stitch width keys) to select . To return to , press or (Stitch width keys). X The machine is now set so that the stitch width can be contro...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 100 Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sle...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 102 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). a Turn on the sewing machine. b Select stitch...

Decorative Stitching 103 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)]...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 104 Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. a Use an iron to fold the...

Decorative Stitching 105 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 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 hand...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 106 f Select stitch 29 , 30 or 40 . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 67). g Stitch between the straight stitches. h Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. Shell tuck sti...

Decorative Stitching 107 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. a Turn on the sewing machine. b Sew t...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 110 Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns Satin stitches, cross-stitches and decorative satin stitches can be sewn. All are sewn with monogramming foot “N”. Sewing beautiful patterns In o...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 111 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Combining patterns Multiple patterns can be combined and sewn together. Character stitches and utility decorative stitches (stitches selected ...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 112 Repeat sewing patterns To repeatedly sew the combined pattern, follow the procedure described below. a Select the pattern. • For details, refer to “Combining patterns” (page 111). b Press (Sett...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 113 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 b Press or (Stitch length keys) until is displayed. X The screen for checking the pattern appears. c Press or (Stitch width keys) to scroll th...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 114 e Press (OK key) or (Cancel/clear key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. a Normal b Mirror-imaged Memo z Some of the utility stitches, most of the decorative stitches, and all of the ...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 115 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 d Check the contents, and then press (OK key). The contents saved in the selected pocket are overwritten. X An screen appears, indicating that...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 116 Realigning the pattern The pattern may not be sewn correctly, depending on the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing speed. If this occurs, adjust the pattern while sewing on a piece of scrap...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 117 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 h Press or (Stitch width keys). X Make the necessary adjustments according to how the pattern is sewn. Press (Stitch width key) to increase th...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 120 Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Stitch Name Pa tte rn P re...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 124 Other stitches Memo z To select Character stitch mode, press (Character/utility decorative stitch key) once. Satin stitches 71 N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1...

Stitch Settings 125 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 ( * 1) Pattern for making adjustment ( * 2) Use monogramming foot “N” when combined with other pattern Memo z To select utility decorative stitch mode, press (Character/utili...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 126 Care and Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral deterge...

Care and Maintenance 127 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 h Insert the bobbin case so that the projection on the bobbin case aligns with the spring. a Projection b Spring i Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the nee...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 128 Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized s...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 130 The thread tension is incorrect. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 28 The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread....

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 132 Error messages If (start/stop button) is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an icon indicating the error appears in the LCD. Follow...

Troubleshooting 133 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 E12 The stitch mode was changed.This icon appears when the current pattern is to be deleted. E13 The selected setting cannot be changed with the selected pattern. E14 A patte...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 134 Nothing appears in the LCD If nothing appears in the LCD when the sewing machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. If this is the case, perform the followin...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 136 Index Numerics 1/4 inch quilting foot .................................................... 10 1/4 inch quilting foot with guide ................................... 10 2-point zigzag stitch .........

PANTONE 285 Black M1_high_coverEN English 885-V14 XE2408-001 2 Printed in China Operation Manual Operation Manual Computerized Sewing Machine GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX 885-V14

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 6 Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................ 57 Changing the tension of the upper thread .................................

7 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Combining patterns ....................................................................................................................................... 111Repeat sewing patterns.................

— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Accessories 9 Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Included accessories The following items...

10 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■ Attaching the stitch pattern plate The stitch pattern plate shows the stitches and the stitch numbers. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below t...

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 ...

12 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Needle and presser foot section a Needle threader lever Use the needle threader to thread the needle. b Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. c Presse...

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 13 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of the LCD (liquid crystal display) and keys fo...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 16 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 precautions concerning the power supply. WARN...

Turning the Machine On/Off 17 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Turning on the machine Prepare the included power cord. a Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “ ”), and then plug the p...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 18 Understanding the LCD Screens The LCD screen, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, displays the settings for the selected stitch and error messages if operations are performed...

Changing the Machine Settings 19 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed. Changing the settings The general procedure for changing mach...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 20 ■ List of stitch or machine attributes The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on each attribute, refer to the corresponding reference page. Memo z The icon...

Changing the Machine Settings 21 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Adjusting the brightness of the LCD The brightness of the LCD can be adjusted. a Press (Settings key) in the operation panel, and then press or (Stitch length ke...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 22 Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions con...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — a Turn on the sewing machine. b Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin.Press down on the b...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 25 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — k Pass the end of the thread through the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to cut it. a Slit in bobbin winder seat (with buil...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 26 Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. CAUTION Memo z The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. ...

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 27 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — f Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that the thread unwinds to the left side, and then pull the thread firmly under the tab with your left hand. a Tab • ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 28 Upper Threading In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. CAUTION Memo z The order that the machine should be threaded...

Upper Threading 29 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — c Press (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Needle position button X The needle is at the correct height when the mark on the handwheel is at the top...

Upper Threading 31 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Threading the needle This section describes how to thread the needle. Memo z The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. z Thread with a ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 32 c Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the machine, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. a Needle threader lever X The thread is passed through the eye of the...

Upper Threading 33 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle w...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 34 d Insert the extra spool pin into the end of the bobbin winder shaft. e Install the thread spool and thread the upper thread. Memo z When setting the thread spool, set it so that the thread winds...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 36 Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. a Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. • Refer to steps a t...

Replacing the Needle 37 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling ...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 38 Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate ...

Replacing the Needle 39 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated.Before using the needle, place the fla...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 40 d Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle. a Needle clamp screw b Screwdriver • Do not ap...

Replacing the Presser Foot 41 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 42 d Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder. a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. e Place a different presser foot below t...

Replacing the Presser Foot 43 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 foo...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 44 Using the optional walking foot With the optional walking foot, both pieces of fabric are fed evenly by the feed dogs and the teeth on the presser foot. This is useful when sewing fabrics that ar...

Replacing the Presser Foot 45 1 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — d With a screwdriver, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and then remove the walking foot. a Presser foot holder screw e Attach the presser foot holder. • For de...

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 46 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 it easier...

2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing ..................................................................................................................... 50 General sewing procedure .................................................................

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 50 Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below.Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. ...

Sewing 51 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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 correctly. a Turn on the sewing machine...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 52 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 sewing speed controller or the foot controller. Note Import...

Sewing 53 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — b Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the side of the sewing machine. a Foot controller jack Note (For U.S.A. only) z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be ...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 54 g When you are finished sewing, raise the needle, and then cut the threads. • For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 56). Memo z When the foot controller is plugged in, (start/stop butt...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 56 Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads with the thread cutter on the side of the machine. a When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, if ...

Adjusting the Thread Tension 57 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 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. Changing the te...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 58 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 selected, the appropriate width and length...

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 59 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted to make the stitch longer or shorter. a Turn on the sewing machine. X The LCD comes on. b S...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 60 Useful Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Changing the needle stop position When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to leave the needle lowered...

Useful Functions 61 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — c Press (Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key). This step is not necessary if a stitch such as those for sewing buttonholes and bar tacks is selected where reinforcemen...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 62 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 a stitch is selected, the ...

Useful Sewing Tips 63 2 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot “J” is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. a S...

SEWING BASICS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 64 Sewing an even seam allowance To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the right of the presser foot, and the edge of the fabric is aligned with either the right edge of...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 66 Selecting Stitching You can select any of the various types of stitching available. Selecting stitch types and patterns A stitch can be selected from the following types available.Stitch pattern...

Selecting Stitching 67 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 † Character stitches (No.01-55) There are 55 characters, including letters, symbols and numbers, in the Gothic font. If (Character/utility decorative stitch key) is presse...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 68 ■ With direct selection With direct selection, there are two stitch modes: preset utility stitch mode and saved pattern mode . a Press (Preset utility stitch/saved pattern key) to select the sti...

Selecting Stitching 69 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 b Use the numeric keys to type in the two-digit number for the desired stitch. For stitches 01 through 09, the stitch can also be selected by using the numeric keys to typ...

Overcasting Stitches 71 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent fabric from fraying. Fifteen stitches are available for overcasting. The procedure ...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 72 Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” Six stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot “J”. a Turn on the sewing machine. b Select a stitch. • For details, refer...

Overcasting Stitches 73 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Four stitches c...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 74 f Raise the presser foot lever to check that the side cutter is securely attached. g Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. h Se...

Basic Stitching 75 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Basic stitching a Baste or pin together the fabric pieces....

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 76 ■ Changing the needle position The needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch (left needle position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). a Straight s...

Blind Hem Stitching 77 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 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...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 78 g Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. a Needle b Needle drop point c Fold of hem a Stitch width ■ If the needle catches too much of the hem fold The ne...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 79 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Ten stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes and one st...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 80 Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button).Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown b...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 81 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ 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 cal...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 82 g Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. h Cut the threa...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 83 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ Changing the stitch width Adjust the stitch width. • For details, refer to “Adjusting the stitch width” (page 58). Memo z Before sewing buttonholes, check...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 84 Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. a Measure the distance between the holes in the button to be attached. b Raise the p...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing 85 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 i Start sewing. Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforc...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 86 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 side zipper are described below. Inserting a ce...

Zipper Insertion 87 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 f Select stitch 02 . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 67). CAUTION g Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin of zipper foot “I”. a Pin on the right...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 88 Inserting a side zipper Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper application for side openings and back openings. a Stitching b Right side of fabric c End of zipper...

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 91 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Observe the corresponding precautions when perfor...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 93 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Patte...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 94 Appliqué stitching a Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam allowance of between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch). a Seam allowance b Place a pattern made of thick paper or stabilizer on the back of...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 95 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching a Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and place it over the lower piece. b Sew the two pieces of fabric together...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 96 ■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 19 . a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) Memo z To change the width of the seam ...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 97 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. a Insert the stem of the quilting guide in...

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 99 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 f Press or (Stitch width keys) to select . To return to , press or (Stitch width keys). X The machine is now set so that the stitch width can be contro...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 100 Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sle...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 102 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). a Turn on the sewing machine. b Select stitch...

Decorative Stitching 103 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)]...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 104 Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. a Use an iron to fold the...

Decorative Stitching 105 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 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 hand...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 106 f Select stitch 29 , 30 or 40 . • For details, refer to “Selecting stitching” (page 67). g Stitch between the straight stitches. h Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. Shell tuck sti...

Decorative Stitching 107 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. a Turn on the sewing machine. b Sew t...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 110 Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns Satin stitches, cross-stitches and decorative satin stitches can be sewn. All are sewn with monogramming foot “N”. Sewing beautiful patterns In o...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 111 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 Combining patterns Multiple patterns can be combined and sewn together. Character stitches and utility decorative stitches (stitches selected ...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 112 Repeat sewing patterns To repeatedly sew the combined pattern, follow the procedure described below. a Select the pattern. • For details, refer to “Combining patterns” (page 111). b Press (Sett...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 113 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 b Press or (Stitch length keys) until is displayed. X The screen for checking the pattern appears. c Press or (Stitch width keys) to scroll th...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 114 e Press (OK key) or (Cancel/clear key). X The initial stitch screen appears again. a Normal b Mirror-imaged Memo z Some of the utility stitches, most of the decorative stitches, and all of the ...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 115 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 d Check the contents, and then press (OK key). The contents saved in the selected pocket are overwritten. X An screen appears, indicating that...

UTILITY STITCHES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 116 Realigning the pattern The pattern may not be sewn correctly, depending on the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing speed. If this occurs, adjust the pattern while sewing on a piece of scrap...

Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 117 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 h Press or (Stitch width keys). X Make the necessary adjustments according to how the pattern is sewn. Press (Stitch width key) to increase th...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 120 Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Utility stitches Stitch Name Pa tte rn P re...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 124 Other stitches Memo z To select Character stitch mode, press (Character/utility decorative stitch key) once. Satin stitches 71 N For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1...

Stitch Settings 125 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 ( * 1) Pattern for making adjustment ( * 2) Use monogramming foot “N” when combined with other pattern Memo z To select utility decorative stitch mode, press (Character/utili...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 126 Care and Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral deterge...

Care and Maintenance 127 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 h Insert the bobbin case so that the projection on the bobbin case aligns with the spring. a Projection b Spring i Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the nee...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 128 Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized s...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 130 The thread tension is incorrect. The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 28 The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread....

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 132 Error messages If (start/stop button) is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an icon indicating the error appears in the LCD. Follow...

Troubleshooting 133 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 4 E12 The stitch mode was changed.This icon appears when the current pattern is to be deleted. E13 The selected setting cannot be changed with the selected pattern. E14 A patte...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 134 Nothing appears in the LCD If nothing appears in the LCD when the sewing machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. If this is the case, perform the followin...

APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 136 Index Numerics 1/4 inch quilting foot .................................................... 10 1/4 inch quilting foot with guide ................................... 10 2-point zigzag stitch .........

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