Page 2 - DANGER; To reduce the risk of electric; WARNING; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This houshold sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. DANGER ...
Page 4 - LIST OF CONTENTS
4 LIST OF CONTENTS PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE .................................................................... 5 ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................ 7 FITTING THE SNAP-IN ACCESSORY BOX .............................
Page 5 - PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE; Thread tension dial
5 PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE 1. Thread tension dial 2. Presser foot pressure 3. Thread take-up lever 4. Thread cutting 5. Presser foot 6. Needle plate 7. Accessories box 8. Bobbin stop 9. Stitch length dial 10. Stitch display 11. Reverse sewing lever
Page 7 - ACCESSORIES; Satin stitch foot
7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 15 ACCESSORIES 1. All purpose foot 2. Zipper foot 3. Satin stitch foot 4. Blind hem foot 5 Buttonhole foot 6. L-screwdriver 7. Seam ripper/ brush 8. Oil bottle 9. Second spool pin 10. Spool holders (2x) 11. Pack of needles 12. Seam guide 13. Bobbins (3x) 14. Darnin...
Page 8 - FITTING THE SNAP-IN ACCESSORY BOX
8 FITTING THE SNAP-IN ACCESSORY BOX Keep the snap-in accessory box horizontal, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (1) To open, lift up at the point of the arrow. (2)
Page 9 - CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO POWER SOURCE; Foot control; Sewing light
9 CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO POWER SOURCE Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1) A polarized plug must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. Foot control Foot control regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Co...
Page 10 - CHANGING THE BULB; Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice.
10 CHANGING THE BULB Attention: Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket! Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-120V) or 15 watts (220-240V). - Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) - Remove the cover (B). - Unscrew the bulb and fi t new one (C)...
Page 12 - ATTACHING THE PRESSER FOOT SHANK/ ANKLE; Attaching the presser foot holder
12 ATTACHING THE PRESSER FOOT SHANK/ ANKLE Attaching the presser foot holder Raise the presser foot bar (a). (1) Attach the presser foot shank/ankle (b) as illustrated. Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank/ankle (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin on the foot (d). ...
Page 13 - WINDING THE BOBBIN; Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (3).
13 WINDING THE BOBBIN Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). - For smaller spools of thread place spool holder with small side next to spool (2). - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (3). - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (4). - Push bobbin to right...
Page 14 - INSERTING THE BOBBIN; Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that
14 INSERTING THE BOBBIN When inserting or removing the bobbin, the foot and needle must be fully raised. 1. Open the hinged cover. 2. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). 3. Put the thread under the tension spring. 4. Hold th...
Page 15 - INSERTING THE NEEDLE; Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions.
15 INSERTING THE NEEDLE Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions. A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle. (1) B. The fl at side of the needle shaft ...
Page 16 - THREADING THE UPPER THREAD
16 THREADING THE UPPER THREAD Threading is simple but it is important to thread correctly to prevent sewing problems could result. - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2) Attention: For safety, it is strongly suggested...
Page 17 - THREAD TENSION
17 THREAD TENSION Basic thread tension setting: “4” To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. A. Normal thread tension - upper and bobbin thread join in fabric B. Upper thread tension too loose - upper thread “loops” o...
Page 18 - BRINGING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD
18 BRINGING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you until the needle is raised. (1) Pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the stitch plate hole. Place both threads to the back under the presser foot. (2)
Page 20 - NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION
20 MATCHING NEEDLE / FABRIC / THREAD NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD 9-11(65-75) Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, silk , muslin, interlocks, cotton knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics. Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or polyeste...
Page 21 - STRAIGHT STITCHING
21 STRAIGHT STITCHING Straight stitching center needle position Turn the stitch selector dial so that the “A” appears in the stitch display window. Snap on the standard presser foot. Adjust the stitch length by turning the stitch length dial to the desired stitch length. 2.5 is standard stitch lengt...
Page 22 - ZIGZAG STITCHING; Snap on the standard foot.; Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging; Zigzag stitches are usually sewn at “2.5” or less.; Stitch length dial
22 ZIGZAG STITCHING Turn the stitch selector dial so that the stitch display shows “C”-zig-zag. Turning the stitch selector dial will increase or decrease the zig zag width. Snap on the standard foot. Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setti...
Page 23 - HOW TO SEW BUTTONHOLES; Preparation; Select buttonhole with the stitch Selection dial.; To prepare the fabric; Turn the stitch selection dial to (3) “ “ and sew the left side of
23 HOW TO SEW BUTTONHOLES Preparation Select buttonhole with the stitch Selection dial. Snap on The buttonhole foot. Adjust the stitch length dial between “0.5” - “1”. The density of the stitch depends on thickness of the fabric. Note: Always test sew a buttonhole. To prepare the fabric Measure the ...
Page 24 - Tips; Place stabilizer underneath for fi ne and stretchy fabrics.
24 Tips - Slightly reduce upper thread tension to produce a satin stitch on top. - Place stabilizer underneath for fi ne and stretchy fabrics. - It is best to sew a cord for a buttonhole on a stretch or knit fabrics. The buttonhole colomns should sew over the cord. (5)
Page 25 - BLIND HEM; Select
25 BLIND HEM For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Select Blind hem for stretch fabrics. Select Blind hem for woven fabrics. Snap on Blind hem foot. (1) Stitch length 1.5-2.5 Note: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test fi rst. Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wro...
Page 26 - ZIPPERS AND PIPING
26 ZIPPERS AND PIPING Set the machine as illustrated. (1) The zipper foot can be snapped onto the right or left, depending on which side of the foot you are going to place against the zipper or piping. (2) To sew past the zipper pull, lower the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and push...
Page 28 - STITCH SELECTION
28 STITCH SELECTION Triple straight stitch: (1) For reinforced seams. Turn the stitch length dial to “S1”. The machine sews two stitches forwards and one stitch backwards. This gives triple reinforcement. Triple zig-zag: (2) For hardwearing seams, hems and decorative seams. Turn the stitch length di...
Page 29 - MAINTENANCE
29 Attention: Disconnect the machine from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the main socket. When cleaning the machine, it must always be disconnected from the electricity supply. Remove the stitch plate Turn the handwheel until the needle is fully raised. Open the hinged front cover ...
Page 30 - TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
30 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Correction Upper thread breaks 1. The machine is not threaded correctly.2. The thread tension is too tight.3. The thread is too thick for the needle.4. The needle is not inserted correctly.5. The thread is wound around the spool holder pin.6. The needle is dam...
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