Toyota JFS18- User Manual

4 Before use When the machine is not in use it should be stored safely, not on the floor as protruding parts could cause injury if a person fell on the machine. Not doing so could cause an injury. Use with the shuttle cover closed. Not doing so could cause an injury. Before replacing the needle or p...

5 Before use 2. How to change the power plug The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE-NEUTRAL BROWN-LIVE ( OR ACTIVE ) As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug ...

6 Before use 3. Part names Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine. The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine. 使使 Front pattern selection dial type 使使 Part name Detail by use Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension...

8 Before use Some parts may not apply to your sewing machine. The MODEL and SERIES numbers are located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine. 使使 Side pattern selection dial type 使使 Part name Detail by use Upper thread tension dial Refer to P.30 [Adjusting thread tension] Spool pin Ref...

10 Sewing preparations II. Sewing preparations 1. Connecting the power 使使 Machine with a power switch 使使 Turn the power switch off when inserting the power plug. Not doing so could cause an injury. Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet. Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an ...

11 Sewing preparations 使使 Machine without a power switch 使使 RS2000 A/B series only. Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet. Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an electric shock, fire or injury. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could cause an electric shock...

12 Sewing preparations 2. Taking out the bobbin Before taking out or setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1. Turn the handwheel to move the needle to the highest position. Always turn the handwheel towards yourself. (in the direction of ...

13 Sewing preparations 3. Winding the lower thread Before taking out or setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Do not touch the lower thread winding spindle when winding the lower thread. Not doing so could cause an injury. Attention Use a...

15 Sewing preparations 4. Threading the lower thread Before setting the bobbin case, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Attention Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin. Take out the bobbin case. (refer to P.12 [Taking out the bobbin]) The thread must flow off the bobb...

16 Sewing preparations 5. Threading the upper thread Before threading the upper thread, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Raise the presser foot lever. Note: If the presser foot lever is not raised, the thread cannot be set correctly. Pull out the spool pin f...

18 Sewing preparations 6. Pulling up the lower thread Hold the end of the thread, turn the handwheel towards yourself for one full turn, and stop when the needle is at its highest position. Note : Always turn the handwheel towards your- self. (in the direction of the arrow) If you turn it in the rev...

19 Sewing preparations 7. Main stitch pattern uses Depending on the model of your sewing machine, some of the stitch patterns are not available. (refer to P.20)

20 Sewing preparations 8. Application of each stitch pattern ΠTurn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle to the highest position. ΠTurn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern. Do not turn the pattern selection dial while operating the sewing machine. Doing so could cause an ...

21 Sewing preparations 9. Changing the presser foot Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 侀 Removal 侀 1. Raise the presser foot lever.2. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle. Press the presser foot holder lever...

22 Sewing preparations 侀 Installation 侀 Position the presser foot pin directly below the groove in the presser foot holder. Lower the presser foot lever to set the presser foot.

23 Sewing preparations 10. Changing the needle Before changing the needle, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Broken needles are dangerous. Be sure to dispose of them in a safe place away from children. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1. Turn the handwheel...

24 Sewing preparations 11. Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the sewing machine The quality of the sewing finish will improve if the needle and thread are changed to match the type of fabric. Follow the directions in the table below. ΠUse a ball point needle for the ...

25 Sewing III. Sewing 1. Straight stitching and reverse sewing Reverse sewing is performed at the beginning and end of sewing to prevent the thread from unraveling. Do not pull the fabric excessively while sewing. Doing so could break the needle and cause an injury. 侀 Straight stitch 侀 1. Turn the h...

26 Sewing 侀 Thread cutter on the needle bar 侀 * The thread cutter may differ from model to model. Line up two threads and cut with the thread cutter on the needle bar. 侀 Thread cutter on the face cover 侀 * The thread cutter may differ from model to model. Line up two threads and cut with the thread ...

27 Sewing 侀 Sewing thick fabric 侀 When sewing thick fabric from the edge, the presser foot may tilt and be unable to feed through the fabric. Place fabric or thick paper of the same thickness as the fabric you wish to sew under the presser foot. This will enable smooth sewing. 侀 Sewing thin fabric 侀...

28 Sewing 侀 Sewing tube-shaped fabrics 侀 Pull out the extension table (accessory box) in the direction of the arrow. Sew tube-shaped fabrics such as trousers or sleeves.

30 Sewing 3. Adjusting thread tension Before adjustment, check again that "P.16 [Threading the upper thread]" has been performed correctly. 侀 Adjustment method for upper thread tension 侀  Upper thread is tight  Upper thread is loose Turn down the upper thread tension dial. Turn up the uppe...

32 Sewing 5. Blind hem stitching In this sewing method the stitch cannot be seen on the right side of the fabric. ΠFold back the fabric so that the folded area protrudes by about 5 to 7mm. ΠIron and tack by hand. ΠPosition the fabric so that the needle slightly catches the fold when the needle mo...

36 Sewing When using the buttonhole cutter to cut the buttonholes, do not hold the fabric in front of the cutter. Doing so could cause an injury to your hand. 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 help...

37 Sewing 7. Zipper sewing Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Change to the zipper foot. (refer to P.21 [Changing the presser foot]) 侀 Sewing the left side of the zipper 侀 1. Set the zipper foot to the right side pin.2. Align ...

38 Sewing Sew until just before the presser foot makes contact with the slider, and then stop the sewing machine. Œ Turn the handwheel towards yourself to lower the needle into the fabric. Œ Raise the presser foot lever. Œ Move the slider to the rear of the presser foot, and sew the remainder. 侀 Sew...

42 Special specifications IV. Special specifications 1. Using the needle threader Before using the needle threader, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle to the highest position. (in the direction of the arr...

44 Special specifications 2. Using the presser foot pressure adjuster The presser foot pressure adjuster may differ from model to model. 侀 Push-down type 侀 <Push-down type> „ Sewing normal fabric and thick fabric: For normal straight or zigzag sewing, press down "A". „ Sewing thin fabr...

45 Special specifications 3. Using the drop feed The feed dog can be lowered when feeding the fabric freely by hand, for example, when embroidering or quilting. Model 7140, DE21 only. ΠMake sure the needle and the presser foot are both in the raised position. ΠTo lower the feed dog, push the lever...

46 Maintenance V. Maintenance 1. Feed dog and hook maintenance If the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, the oil could have run out, or there could be thread waste or dust in the hook or feed dog. Clean and oil the hook and feed dog. Before cleaning the hook, remove the power plug ...

49 Maintenance 3. Light bulb replacement Light bulb is not equipped with RS2000B series. Before changing the light bulb, remove the power plug from the outlet and wait until the bulb cools. Not doing so could cause a burn or electric shock. Loosen the screw and take off the face cover. ΠTurn the li...

50 Maintenance 4. Troubleshooting What is the problem? Check the following possibilities before taking the sewing machine in for repair. Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page Does not rotate The power plug is not inserted Connect the power plug correctly 10 The power switch is off Turn the power switch ...

52 Others VI. Others 1. Specifications If you have any queries about this TOYOTA sewing machine, check the warranty for details. 2. Recycling We are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design...