Toyota SPA34- User Manual

8 • Part names • External appearance may differ from model to model. Ú Depending on the sewing machine you have, some functions may not be applied. The model name is indicated on the label, located on the back of the sewing machine (model SPXXX). Thread guide Face cover Extension table(Accessory Box...

10 • How to use handwheel Always turn the handwheel towards yourself. (in the direction of the arrow, forwards) Note: If you turn it in the reverse direction it could tangle the thread. Handwheel • How to use presser foot lever When sewing, lower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot. (Po...

11 Before use • Using the presser foot pressure adjustment knob Ú Equipped only with model XXX34 By turning the presser foot pressure adjustment knob at the top of the sewing machine, the amount of pressure applied by the presser foot can be adjusted. Turning the presser foot pressure adjustment kno...

12 • How to use quick adviser This quick adviser describes basic countermeasures about the main troubles. Meaning of the illustrations Illustrations of the troubles Meaning of the illustrations Countermeasures illustrations Meaning of the illustrations. • Jammed stitches• Unbalanced stitches• The fa...

13 Prepare the foot controller. Insert the power cord connector into the terminal box. Insert the power plug into the outlet.The power is turned on. 1 2 3 • Connecting the power Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could cause an electric shock. Hold the power plug when removing it f...

14 • Installation of battery for winding the lower thread 3 1 Open the battery holder cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install the battery while confi rming polarity of it. Attach battery holder cover. Note: Refer to page 48, 49 when purchasing or changing batteries.(Use a AA alkaline battery ...

15 • Winding the lower thread Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin. The exclusive motor driven by a battery winds the lower thread. 1 3 Pull the thread from the thread spool.Support the thread on the sewing machine with one hand, using the other hand pass the thread around the thread guide as shown in the ...

17 4 • Threading the lower thread Caution Before inserting the bobbin, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1 Take off the bobbin case cover by sliding it towards yourself. Pull bobbin case cover forward and lift to remove. 2 3 Insert the bobbin into the bobbin ...

18 • Threading the upper thread Caution Before threading the upper thread, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1 Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the take-up lever to its highest position. The line on the handwheel should be at the top, as shown. 2 3 5 Ra...

20 • Using the needle threader Caution Before using the needle threader, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1 Turn the handwheel so that the line is at the top, as shown in the illustration. 2 3 Raise the presser foot lever. Presser foot lever Line Check that ...

22 • Pulling up the lower thread 1 2 Pull up the upper thread and the loop of the lower thread will come out.Pull out this lower thread. 3 Align the upper thread and lower thread, and thread through the groove of the presser foot.Pull back about 15 cm. Hold the end of the thread, turn the handwheel ...

23 • Application of each stitch pattern Caution Sewing preparations Pattern selection dial Pattern selection dial No. Stitch length dial (recommend setting) Stitch Application MODEL model 34 model 26 1234 0-4 (0.4~1) 1 2 3 4 Buttonhole { { 5 0-4 (1~4) Straight stitch (left side) { { 6 0-4 (1~4) Stra...

25 2 • Changing the presser foot Caution Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Removal 1 3 Press the presser foot holder lever in the direction of the arrow to release the presser foot. Raise the presser foot lever. Presser foot ...

27 2 • Changing the needle Caution Before changing the needle, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Be sure to dispose of broken needle in a safe manner. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1 Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the point of the needle h...

29 • Straight stitching and reverse sewing Caution Straight stitch 1 3 2 Position the fabric under the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. Step on the foot controller to begin sewing. 5 6 Zigzag sewing foot Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle. Turn the pattern se...

33 14 15 1 2 • Zigzag sewing There are various zigzag applications, such as applique and overcasting. 3 Position the fabric under the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot. Step on the foot controller to begin sewing. Zigzag sewing foot Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle...

34 • Adjusting thread tension Upper thread is tight Wrong side Right side Upper thread is loose Upper thread is loose Upper thread is tight Adjustment method for upper thread tension z Upper thread is tight z Upper thread is loose Lower the upper thread tension. Increase the upper thread tension. No...

35 • Buttonhole sewing Caution Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 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 f...

37 8 Caution 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 (rea...

38 10 15 • Overcasting This is a sewing method that prevents unraveling at the edge of the fabric. 1 Zigzag sewing foot 2 Right needle entry point Raise the needle to its highest position, and then turn the pattern selection dial to select stitch number 10 or 15. Note: Select pattern No.10 when sewi...

39 • Zipper insertion Caution Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. 6 Attach the zipper foot. (Refer to “Changing the presser foot” on page 23.)Raise the needle to its highest position, and then turn the pattern selection dial to...

41 1 2 • Blind hem stitching In this sewing method the stitch cannot be seen on the front of the fabric. Fold back the cloth so that the folded area protrudes by about 5 to 7 mm. Iron and tack by hand. Tacking 7 9 Zigzag sewing foot Wrongside Rightside 5 to 7 mm Sewing Blind stitch foot Ú The blind ...

44 Pattern selection dial No. Stitch length dial Stitch MODEL model 34 model 26 L L-S { - M L-S { - N L-S { - O L-S { - P L-S { - Q L-S { - R L-S { - S L-S { - • Stretch & Decoration stitching Use this stitching method for reinforcing stitching, decorative stitching and quilting. Pattern selecti...

45 2 • Feed dog and hook maintenance If the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, or there could be thread waste or dust in the hook or feed dog. Perform maintenance on the hook and the feed dog. Do not use detergent, bleach, benzine, or thinner chemical cloths. Doing so could cause d...

46 3 Attaching the Bobbin Case 1 Insert the bobbin case from the front.The red mark a on the bobbin case should be in the position, as shown in the diagram. 2 Align the red mark a and b , and attach the needle plate with the projection c on the bobbin case positioned as shown in the diagram. Make su...

47 4 • Changing light bulb Warning 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. 1 Loosen the screw with a “+” screw driver of your own, and take off the face cover in the direction of the arrow...

48 • Troubleshooting What is the problem? Check the following possibilities before contacting the service center for repair. Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page Does not rotateDoes not work The power plug is not inserted Connect the power plug correctly 11 Thread is tangled in the hook, or there is a ...

50 • Safety precaution about the battery Warning Caution If the alkaline solution from the battery get in the eyes or come into contact with the skin or clothes, rinse with a large quantity of clean water and consult a doctor immediately. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1. Do not short-circuit, ...

51 We are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our manufacturing methods. At end of life, please dispose of this product in an environmentally responsible way. The crossed-out wheel...