Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; DANGER; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1 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 machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the mac...
Page 3 - FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY; OR COLORED GREEN OR GREEN AND; Blue
2 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 (in the United Kingdom) Main supply (AC 230/240V~, 50Hz) DO NOT cut off the main plug from equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for ...
Page 4 - UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS; IMPORTANT
3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired. If you do not pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine could be damaged. Please follow the diagram below to unpack the machine. ● This packing mater...
Page 5 - PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE.; To use the machine safely
4 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE. To use the machine safely 1. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the balance wheel, thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord:•...
Page 6 - CONTENTS
5 CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 1UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................ 3CONTENTS .......................................................
Page 8 - KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
Page 9 - THE MAIN PARTS
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 8 THE MAIN PARTS 1 Bobbin winder (Page 18) This winds the thread onto the bobbin,which you use for the lower thread. 2 Spool pin (Page 18, 23) 3 Hole for vertical spool pin (Page 27) This holds a second spool of thread, if you wan...
Page 10 - ACCESSORIES; Optional Accessories; Note
9 1 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are stored in the flat-bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you carry out most sewing tasks. Optional Accessories Note ● The accessories that come with your machine depend on which model you have bought. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. No. P...
Page 11 - USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE; Connecting Plugs; Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.; WARNING
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 10 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Connecting Plugs 1 Connect the power cord plug into the machine. 2 Connect the power supply plug into a wall outlet. Note ● When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be...
Page 12 - Foot Controller; Checking the Needle; To Check the Needle Correctly:; CAUTION
11 1 Main Power and Sewing Light Switch This switch turns the mains power and sewing light on or off. 1 Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark) 2 Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark) Foot Controller When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. When you press harder, the mach...
Page 13 - Replacing the Needle; Lower the presser foot lever.; • Do not use a lot of force when loosening or; Put the twin needle in the same way.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 12 Replacing the Needle 1 Remove the power supply plug from the outlet. 2 Raise the needle bar to its highest position by turning the balance wheel counterclockwise. 3 Lower the presser foot lever. 1 Presser foot lever 4 Hold the ...
Page 14 - Changing the Presser Foot; Presser foot installation orientation
13 1 Changing the Presser Foot You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how. ■ Snap-On Type 1 Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. 2 Release the foot by raising the ...
Page 16 - THE CONTROLS; Pattern Selection Dial; stitches
15 1 THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial Note ● When you use the Pattern Selection Dial to choose a pattern, turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) to set the needle in the highest position. If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, p...
Page 17 - Patterns and Stitch Names
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 16 Patterns and Stitch Names 11 stitches 8 stitches Pattern Stitch Name Stitch Width [mm(inch)] Stitch Length [mm(inch)] Twin Needle Instruction Manual Page 1 FOUR-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE 5.0 (3/16) 0.5 (1/32) No 40 2 STRAIGHT S...
Page 18 - Reverse Sewing Lever; Using a Free-arm Style
17 1 Reverse Sewing Lever You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams. To sew in reverse, push the Reverse Sewing Lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the Reverse Sewing Lever. The machine w...
Page 19 - THREADING THE MACHINE; Winding the Bobbin
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 18 THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin 1 Bobbin-winding tension disc 2 Bobbin-winder shaft 1 Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and pass the thread around the bobbin-winding tension disc. 2 Pass the end of the thread th...
Page 21 - Lower Threading; • For more details on one-touch lower threading,; Slide the button and open the cover.; • Only use bobbins that were designed to be
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 20 Lower Threading • For more details on one-touch lower threading, see page 21. 1 Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. 2 Slide the b...
Page 22 - the right side (see arrow; • Replace the cover so that the end of the; This is only available on certain models.
21 1 5 Replace the bobbin cover. Put the left tab in place (see arrow 1 ), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow 2 ) until the cover clicks into place. • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the diagram). Low...
Page 23 - • You can begin sewing immediately without
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 22 2 Slide the button and open the cover. 1 Cover 2 Slide button 3 Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread through the slit, and then pull the thread to cut it. • Only use bobbins that were designed to be used with this mach...
Page 24 - Upper Threading
23 1 Upper Threading 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide (back) 3 Thread guide (front) 4 Thread take-up lever 5 Mark on the balance wheel IMPORTANT: 1 Raise the presser foot using the presser Foot Lever. 1 Presser foot lever 2 Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you (...
Page 25 - • If your sewing machine is equipped with a; Turn the power switch to ‘O’.
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 24 6 Put the thread behind the guide above the needle. 7 Thread the needle from front to back leaving a thread tail of about 5 cm (2 inches). 1 Needle holder • If your sewing machine is equipped with a needle threader, use the nee...
Page 27 - Drawing up the lower thread; • The bobbin cover should still be removed.; to
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 26 Drawing up the lower thread 1 While lightly holding the end of the upper thread, slowly turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) once by hand to lower and then raise the needle. 2 Pull on the upper thread to draw ...
Page 28 - Sewing with a Twin Needle; Attaching the Twin Needle; You should thread each needle separately.; Threading the Left Needle
27 1 Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches. Sewing with twin needles works well with the straight stitch (center needle position) and the...
Page 29 - Tension of the Thread; Memo; Possible Problems If the Tension is Wrong; Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric.; Upper tension is too loose.; Loops appear on the back of the fabric.; Correct tension
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ————————————————————————————————————————— 28 Tension of the Thread The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you...
Page 30 - Fabric Type
29 1 FABRIC,THREAD,AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS Memo ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. ● You can also use the same thread for the bobbin thread and upper threading. Fabric Type Thread Size of Needle Type Size Medium weight fabrics Broadcloth Cotton 60 – 80 75/11–90/14 Taffeta Th...
Page 32 - STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING
Page 33 - Please Read Before Sewing; • You can use reverse sewing for locking the; Do not use bent or broken needles. If you do, you may be injured.; Stitch Name
STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING —————————————————————————————————————————— 32 Please Read Before Sewing Straight Stitching ■ Starting Sewing 1 Turn the Pattern Selection Dial to choose the stitch number you want. You also need to set the Pattern Selection Dial to Straight Stitch or Triple stretch stit...
Page 34 - Top Stitching and Stretch Materials
33 2 ■ Changing Sewing Direction 1 Stop the machine at the point where you want to change direction with the needle still in the fabric. 2 Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to line up its new direction using the needle as a turning point for the fabric. 3 Lower the presser foot and start se...
Page 35 - Zigzag Stitching; Zigzag Stitch
STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING —————————————————————————————————————————— 34 Zigzag Stitching ■ Zigzag Stitch Turn the pattern selection dial to zigzag stitch, and then start sewing. We recommend that you sew using the Straight Stitch at the beginning and end of the Zigzag Stitches.(This acts as a re...
Page 37 - Blind Hem Stitching; Elastic Stitching
BUILT-IN STITCHES ————————————————————————————————————————————————— 36 Blind Hem Stitching You can use the blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. 1 Both the threads should be the same color as the fabric. 2 Fold back the hem,...
Page 38 - Joining Fabric; Overedge Stitching; Stitch Name Pattern
37 3 ■ Joining Fabric You can use the elastic stitch to join two pieces of fabric together and it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. If you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. 1 Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser foot. ...
Page 40 - SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS
Page 41 - Making a Buttonhole; Making A Buttonhole; Step
SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ——————————————————————————————————————— 40 Making a Buttonhole Memo ● We recommend that you practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on the actual garment. ● When making buttonholes on soft fabrics, place a stabilizer material on the un...
Page 42 - Adjusting Buttonholes; • This adjustment allows both sides of the
41 4 ■ Securing the Stitching and Cutting the Buttonhole 1 To secure the stitching, turn the material 90 degrees counterclockwise and sew Straight Stitches to the end of the front bar tack of the buttonhole. 2 Remove the material from the machine. We recommend that you put pins across both ends of t...
Page 43 - Sewing Buttons; Button
SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ——————————————————————————————————————— 42 Sewing Buttons 1 Measure the distance between the buttonholes and set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch for the width you want. 2 Remove the power supply plug from the outlet. 3 Change the foot to the Button sewi...
Page 44 - USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS
Page 45 - Zipper Insertion; Zipper
USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS —————————————————————————————————————— 44 Zipper Insertion You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zips, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle. When sewing the right side of the zipper, attach the shank to the left pin of ...
Page 46 - Zigzag
45 5 Gathering 1 Set the Pattern Selection Dial to Straight Stitch. 2 Loosen the tension of the upper thread so that the lower thread lies on the underside of the material. 3 Sew a single row (or many rows) of Straight Stitches. 4 Pull the lower threads to gather the material. Darning 1 Remove the p...
Page 47 - Appliqués; Baste the cut design to the fabric.
USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS —————————————————————————————————————— 46 6 Repeat this motion until the darn section is filled with parallel lines of stitching. Appliqués You can create an applique by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration. 1 Baste the cut ...
Page 48 - None Darning
47 5 Monogramming andEmbroidering ■ Preparing for sewing a Monogram and Embroidering 1 Remove the power supply plug from the outlet. Place the darning plate on the needle plate. Connect the power supply plug into the wall outlet. 2 Set the Pattern Selection Dial to the appropriate Zigzag Stitch sett...
Page 49 - Monogram
USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS —————————————————————————————————————— 48 6 Pull the lower thread up through the work at the starting position by turning the balance wheel and make a few holding stitches. 7 Grip the hoop with your thumbs and forefingers while pressing the fabric with your middle ...
Page 50 - OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES; Using the Walking Foot
49 5 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Using the Walking Foot This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, and thin leather. etc. These materials are difficult to feed when sewing. The walking foot prevents these materials from crumpling, slipping or sticking between the ...
Page 51 - Using the Quilting Foot; Raise the needle and the presser foot.; Attach the quilting foot, making sure that part; • Make sure that the needle clamp screw is; Darning; Straight Stitch
USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS —————————————————————————————————————— 50 5 Lower the presser foot lever and then tighten the presser foot screw. 1 Presser-foot screw Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at medium to low speeds. Using the Quilting Foot The Quilting Foot is useful for dar...
Page 52 - Achieving an accurate seam allowance.
51 5 5 Put the darning plate on the needle plate. Connect the power supply plug into the wall outlet. 6 Set the Pattern Selection Dial to Straight Stitch (Center Needle Position). • Before starting to sew, draw the quilting design on the fabric. 7 Use both hands to keep the fabric firmly stretched a...
Page 53 - Quickly stitch together a quilt.
USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS —————————————————————————————————————— 52 ■ Quickly stitch together a quilt. 1 Top of fabric. 2 Seam 3.2 millimetres (1/8 inch) 1 2
Page 54 - APPENDIX
Page 55 - MAINTENANCE; Changing the Light Bulb; Replace the sewing light bulb.; Loosen
APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 54 MAINTENANCE Changing the Light Bulb 1 Remove the power supply plug from the outlet. 2 Loosen the screw on the back of the sewing head. Then remove the light cover from the machine. 3 Replace the sewing light bulb. 1 Loosen 2 Tighten 1...
Page 56 - Cleaning; Switch the machine off and unplug it.; • Do not put oil on the shuttle.
55 6 Cleaning 1 Switch the machine off and unplug it. 2 Raise the needle and the presser foot. 3 Loosen the presser-foot screw and the needle clamp screw to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. 4 Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide it toward you to remove the needle ...
Page 58 - Troubleshooting; Symptom
57 6 Troubleshooting If the machine stops working properly, check the following possible problems.If the problem it still there, contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference The sewing machine does not work. The machine is not p...
Page 59 - The upper
APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 58 The upper thread breaks. You have not threaded the upper thread properly. (for example, you have not fitted the spool properly, or the thread has come out of the guide above the needle.) Correct the upper threading. page 23 There are ...
Page 61 - Repacking the Machine; The fabric does
APPENDIX ————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 60 Repacking the Machine Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired or wish to move the machine. If you do not pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine co...
Page 62 - INDEX; Numerics
61 6 INDEX Numerics 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot .............................................. 9, 51 A Accessories ..................................................................... 9 Appliqués ..................................................................... 46 B Blind Hem Stitching ................
