Page 2 - Contents
1 2 3 4 5 2 Contents Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) Important safety instructions • ............................................. 3 How to change the power plug • ......................................... 5 Part names • .............................................................
Page 3 - Before use; Important safety instructions; Caution; Warning
1 1 3 Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) Important safety instructions These safety instructions are designed to prevent danger or damage arising from the incorrect operation of the machine. Read carefully and always follow the i...
Page 5 - UK ONLY; How to change the power plug
1 5 Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) Do not drop or insert any foreign objects into any openings such as opening space when you remove the face cover and / or the outer casing space of bobbin case. Doing so could cause an injury or damages to the machine. Do not operate on an uns...
Page 6 - Part names
6 Part names Thread guide Take-up lever Face coverThread cutter Light bulb Extension table (Accessory Box) Bobbin case cover Bobbin case Feed dog Needle plate Needle thread guide Needle clamp screw Reverse sewing lever Pattern selection dial Upper thread tension dial Quick adviser Needle threader Pr...
Page 8 - Part names and their functions; Extension table
8 Part names and their functions The various parts of the sewing machine have the functions described below. Extension table (Accessory Box) Presser foot lever When sewing, lower the presser foot lever to lower • the presser foot. (Position 1 ) When inserting fabric, lift up the presser foot lever t...
Page 9 - Reverse sewing lever; Pattern selection dial
1 9 Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) Reverse sewing lever Handwheel Use the handwheel to manually raise and • lower the needle. Note: Always turn the handwheel towards yourself (in the direction of the arrow). If the handwheel is turned in the opposite direction, the thread may b...
Page 10 - Accessing the quick adviser; For model XXX15C
10 Quick adviser The quick adviser (under the lid on the sewing machine) provides various descriptions such as basic machine operations. Accessing the quick adviser z Quick adviser (Stored inside) For model XXX15C For model XXX15D/SuperJ15 Pull the top of the lid towards yourself to open it. Qui...
Page 11 - How to operate foot controller; Operation
2 11 Before use (Be sure to read this section before use) How to operate foot controller Operation Be sure to use the main power switch to turn off the sewing machine before connecting the foot controller. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1 2 Press the “ ” side of the main power switch to tur...
Page 12 - Sewing preparations; Connecting the power
2 12 1 Sewing preparations Connecting the power Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could cause an electric shock. Hold the power plug, to remove or insert into the power outlet. Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury. Prepare the foot control...
Page 13 - Memo
Page 14 - Winding the lower thread; Complete
14 Winding the lower thread 11 2 Turn off the sewing machine. 9 10 Return the thread 1 winding spindle by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. Note If the thread winding spindle is not returned, the needle does not move and sewing is not possible. Start Complete 8 Cut the excess thread above th...
Page 16 - Threading the lower thread
16 2 Threading the lower thread Open the bobbin case cover, and insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. If the bobbin is incorrectly inserted into the bobbin case, the stitching will not be sewn correctly. 1 Turn off the sewing machine. Pull the bobbin case cover towards yourself. Insert the bobbin ...
Page 18 - Threading the upper thread
18 Threading the upper thread 1 2 7 9 Turn off the sewing machine. Raise the presser foot lever. Pass the thread through the needle thread guide. The thread can easily be passed through the needle thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand, as ...
Page 20 - Using the needle threader; Understanding the needle threader mechanism
20 Using the needle threader Before using the needle threader, use the main power switch to turn off the sewing machine. Not doing so could cause an injury. Caution Use sewing machine needles No. 11/75 to 16/100 with the needle threader. * (Needle No 14/90 is included when the sewing machine is purc...
Page 22 - Pulling up the lower thread
22 Pulling up the lower thread 1 2 Raise the presser foot lever. Loosely hold the upper thread with your left hand, and then turn the handwheel towards yourself one full turn. Pull out the lower thread to the front. Align both threads, pass them through the groove (arrow) and under the presser foot,...
Page 23 - Application of each stitch pattern
2 23 Sewing preparations Application of each stitch pattern Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle in the highest position. Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern. Pattern selection dial Before turning the pattern selection dial, use the main power switch to turn off ...
Page 24 - Changing the presser foot; Removal
24 1 2 Changing the presser foot Removal z Press the presser foot holder lever in the direction of the arrow to release the presser foot. Raise the presser foot lever. Presser foot holder lever Presser foot Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle. Note: Never turn in the wrong direct...
Page 25 - Installation; Tip
2 25 Sewing preparations 2 Installation z 1 Position the presser foot pin directly below the groove in the presser foot holder. Lower the presser foot lever to secure the presser foot. Tip In order to avoid losing the presser foot, we recommend storing the machine when it is not being used with the ...
Page 26 - Changing the needle; Correct needle selection
26 2 Changing the needle 1 Correct needle selection z If a faulty needle is used, not only could it impair the sewing performance, but it could also damage the needle plate or hook, or break the needle. Good needle Incorrect stitching or thread breaking, try replacing the * needle. Screw driver fo...
Page 28 - Sewing; Straight stitching and reverse sewing; Straight stitch
3 28 2 1 Sewing Straight stitching and reverse sewing Straight stitch z 1 Position the fabric and lower the presser foot lever.Step on the foot controller to begin sewing. End of sewing z After sewing, turn handwheel towards yourself until the needle is in the highest position.Raise the presser foot...
Page 29 - Thread cutter
29 3 Sewing Thread cutter z Reverse sewing is performed while pressing down the reverse sewing lever. Stitch 1 cm from the edge of the • fabric to prevent unraveling at the start of sewing.Sew 3 to 4 reverse stitches at the • end of sewing. Note: Remove your finger from the reverse sewing lever to r...
Page 31 - Sewing tube-shaped fabrics
31 3 Sewing Sewing tube-shaped fabrics z 11 Pull out the extension table (accessory box) in the direction of the arrow. 12 Sew tube-shaped fabrics such as trousers or sleeves, by pulling them over the machine free arm as shown in the diragram.
Page 32 - Zigzag sewing
32 11 2 Zigzag sewing There are various zigzag applications, such as applique and overcasting. 1 Position the fabric and lower the presser foot.Step on the foot controller to begin sewing. Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle....
Page 33 - Adjusting thread tension; Adjustment method for upper thread tension
33 3 Sewing Adjusting thread tension Adjustment method for upper thread tension z Upper thread is tight Wrong side Right side Upper thread is loose Upper thread is loose Upper thread is tight Upper thread is tight • Upper thread is loose • Lower the upper thread tension. Increase the upper thread te...
Page 34 - Buttonhole sewing
34 1 1 2 3 4 Buttonhole sewing Buttonhole sewing to match the size of the button is possible. For stretch fabric or thin fabric, it is recommended to use a stabilizer for a better buttonhole finish. 1 Buttonhole foot 12 Center line Buttonhole size 3 mm Button thickness (Button diameter+button thickn...
Page 36 - Adjustment of buttonhole balance
36 8 Use the buttonhole cutter to cut the center, making sure not to cut the stitches. Note: If a marking pin is put in the bar- tack area it helps to prevent cutting the bar-tack with the buttonhole cutter. Use the buttonhole adjustment • screw to adjust the balance between the stitches (rear side)...
Page 37 - Overcasting
37 3 Sewing 1 Overcasting This is a sewing method that prevents unraveling at the edge of the fabric. 8 8 2 2 Change to the zigzag sewing foot or the overcasting foot. Note: Select pattern No.10 when sewing thin fabric. (For details on changing the presser foot, refer to “Changing the presser foot” ...
Page 38 - Zipper insertion; Sewing the left side of the zipper
38 2 1 7 8 Zipper insertion Sewing the left side of the zipper z 8 8 Position the fabric so that the zipper is on the right side of the presser foot. Zipper Set the right side pin of the zipper foot to the presser foot holder. Align the zipper and the fabric, and tack. Tack Right side pin Needle ent...
Page 39 - Sewing the right side of the zipper
39 3 Sewing 8 Sew until just before the presser foot makes contact with the slider, and then stop the sewing machine. 6 8 78 Slider Sewing the right side of the zipper z Release the presser foot and set to the left side pin. Sew the right side of the zipper using the same procedures as for the left ...
Page 40 - Blind hem stitching
40 11 1 2 At the tacking or the crease that was ironed, fold back the fabric so that wrong side faces upward. Sew overcasting along the edge of the fabric, and then fold the fabric as shown. Tack or iron a crease 6 to 8 mm from the edge of the fabric. * Blind hem stitching In this sewing method the ...
Page 41 - Balanced stitches
41 3 Sewing 6 6 7 Lower the presser foot, and start sewing. The part of the stitch that catches the fold will be visible from the right side of the fabric. Sew evenly so that the stitching is not too large or too small. Lower the presser foot, adjust the screw so that the fold aligns with the guide,...
Page 42 - Maintenance; Feed dog and hook maintenance; Cleaning the feed dog and hook; Attention
42 4 Maintenance Feed dog and hook maintenance If the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, there could be thread waste or dust in the hook or feed dog. Perform maintenance on the hook and the feed dog. Cleaning the feed dog and hook z Before cleaning the hook, use the main power swit...
Page 44 - Attaching the Bobbin Case
44 Right side of bobbin case z Attaching the Bobbin Case 1 Position the bobbin case so that part a on the bobbin case is below part b on the sewing machine. 2 With the bobbin case tilted to the left, insert the left side of the bobbin case into the hook, as shown. Left side of bobbin case Insert the...
Page 46 - Changing light bulb
46 Changing light bulb 81 Loosen the screw with a + screw driver of your own, and take off the face cover in the direction of the arrow. 82 Turn the light bulb counterclockwise as the arrow in the diagram and remove. Turn the new light bulb clockwise to install. Note: Use a light bulb with a maximum...
Page 47 - Servicing double-insulated products
47 4 Maintenance Servicing double-insulated products (230V-240V) In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means are provided on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insu...
Page 50 - Others; Recycling
5 50 Others Recycling We are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our pro ducts by continuously improving product design and our manufacturing methods. At end of life please dispose of this product in an environmentally responsible way. Th...