Model 9105

Instruction Manual

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SYMBOL INSTRUCTIONS

Raise needle Raise presser foot Lower presser foot

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, includingthe following:

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

-To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using andbefore cleaning.

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 5 watts.

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance isused by or near children.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only theattachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not workingproperly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return theappliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair,electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings block. Keep ventilation openingsof the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, andloose cloth.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewingmachine needle.

6. Always use the proper needle plate, a wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.

7. Do not use bent needles.

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area,such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presserfoot, and the light.

10.Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers,lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in theinstruction manual.

11.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

12.Do not use outdoors.

13.Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen isbeing administered.

14.To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.

15.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

DANGER

WARNING

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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CONTENTS

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PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE.........................................................................................1-2ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................................................3CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE .........................................................4-5OPERATION BUTTONS AND FOOT CONTROLLER .......................................................................6CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT...................................................................................................7REPLACING THE NEEDLE...............................................................................................................7WINDING THE BOBBIN.....................................................................................................................8INSERTING THE BOBBIN .................................................................................................................9THREADING THE UPPER THREAD...............................................................................................10USING THE NEEDLE THREADER..................................................................................................11THREAD TENSION..........................................................................................................................12RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD ..............................................................................................13CUTTING THE THREAD .................................................................................................................13TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER............................................................................................14TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS ........................................................................................14MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD .......................................................................................15QUICK ADJUSTMENT REFERENCE CHART ................................................................................16TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART ...............................................................................................17SELECTING A STITCH....................................................................................................................18MIRROR...........................................................................................................................................18AUTO-STOP.....................................................................................................................................18ADJUSTING THE STITCH LENGTH ...............................................................................................19ADJUSTING THE STITCH WIDTH/ NEEDLE POSITION ...............................................................19MEMORY

Program........................................................................................................................................20Sew Prog......................................................................................................................................21Sewing sample .............................................................................................................................21

USEFUL SKILLSSewing corners.............................................................................................................................22Reverse ........................................................................................................................................22Free arm.......................................................................................................................................22Sewing on the heavy fabric ..........................................................................................................23

STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION ..........................................................................24ZIGZAG STITCHES .........................................................................................................................24STRETCH STITCH ..........................................................................................................................25OVERCASTING STITCHES ............................................................................................................26BLIND HEM/LINGERIE STITCH......................................................................................................27BUTTON SEWING ...........................................................................................................................28BUTTONHOLE STITCHING .......................................................................................................29-31DARNING.........................................................................................................................................32FAGOTING.......................................................................................................................................33PATCHWORK STITCH.....................................................................................................................33ZIPPER INSERTION...................................................................................................................34-35NARROW HEMMING.......................................................................................................................36CORDING ........................................................................................................................................37SATIN STITCH SEWING .................................................................................................................38QUILTING.........................................................................................................................................39GATHERING ....................................................................................................................................40SMOCKING......................................................................................................................................41FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING ......................................42-43SCALLOP STITCH...........................................................................................................................44TWIN NEEDLE (OPTIONAL) ...........................................................................................................45WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL) ........................................................................................................46MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................................47-48REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB ......................................................................................................48TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE........................................................................................................49

1. Tension dial

2. Bobbin thread guide

3. Upper thread guide

4. Thread take-up lever

5. Face plate

6. Needle up/down positionbutton

7. Auto-lock button

8. Thread cutter

9. Reverse button

10. Buttonhole lever

11. Auto needle threader

12. Needle plate

13. Sewing table andaccessory box

14. Speed limiting adjustmentlever

15. Bobbin winder

16. LCD (Liquid crystal display)

17. Function of buttons

18. Stitch selection buttons

19. Handwheel

20. Main power switch

21. Foot controller connector

22. Power cord

23. Hole for second spool pin

24. Handle

25. Horizontal spool pin

26. Drop feed lever

27. Presser foot lifter

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE

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A. LCD (Liquid crystal display)

B. Function of buttons

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C AUTOSTOP

Selected function

Verify-MEM

Mirror

Stitch length adjustment

Stitch length adjustment

Stitch width adjustment

Stitch width adjustmentClear-MEM

Enter-MEM

Auto-Stop

C. Pattern chart

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PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE

Needle up/ down position

Reverse

Auto-Stop

Mirror

Bobbin winding

Presser footNormal sewing

Program memory

Sewing program

Pattern number Stitch length Stitch width

Needle position

The portion marked in green on the chart shows the one unit of each pattern.below

Buttonhole lever

Normal

Program

Sew Prog.

ACCESSORIES

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1. All purpose foot (T)

2. Zipper foot (I)

3. Buttonhole foot (D)

4. Cording foot (M)

5. Overcasting foot (E)

6. Blind hem foot (F)

7. Hemmer foot (K)

8. Satin stitch foot (A)

9. Quilting foot (P)

10.Darning/ Embroidery foot

11.Gathering foot

12.Button sewing foot

13.Brush/ Seam ripper

14.Spool holder (Large)

15.Spool holder (Small)

16.Seam guide

17.Bobbin(3x)

18.Screwdriver (L & S)

19.Pack of needle

20.Spool pin felt

21.Second spool pin

22.Twin needle

23.Walking foot

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Optional

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Optional

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

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ONOFF

Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on themachine is conforming with your electrical power.

Place the machine on a stable table.

1. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting the 2-hole plug into the terminal box.

2. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.

3. Turn on the power switch.

4. The sewing lamp will light up when the switch is turned on.

To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.

Polarized plug information

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider thanthe other), to reduce the risk of electrical shock; this plugwill fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug doesnot fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does notfit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug inany way.

Connecting the machine

With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot controlplug into its connector on the sewing machine. Turn on thesewing machine, and then slowly depress the foot controlto start sewing. Release the foot control to stop thesewing machine.

Note: The setting of the speed controlmaximum speed of the machine.

lever will limit the

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

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Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as how to connect the machine to thepower source. Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.

The appliance must be used with the foot controller 4C-337G manufactured byMATSUSHITA ELECTRIC (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.

Foot control

Attention: During the sewing, if the thread get jammed inside the hook stopping theneedle from moving and you continue pressing the foot control, the security switch willstop the machine completely. In order to restart the sewing machine, you will have to turnthe on/off switch to the OFF position and the ON again.

The computer will automatically adjust the needle upper position when the machine is switch on,and automatically adjust the needle lower position when you start sewing. Please note that it is anormal phenomenon if you hear a sound coming from the machine (machine adjusting sound)and feel that the sewing is being delayed. It's not dangerous to sew.

- When operating correctly: 1 beep

- When operating incorrectly: 3-short beeps

- When the sewing machine is in trouble and can't sew: 8 seconds short beeps

It means that the thread is twisted or jammed and the hand wheel axle can't move. Please lookthrough the "Trouble shooting guide" on page 49 to find the solution. After the problem hasbeen solved, the machine will continue to sew.

Note: If the problem is still not solved, please contact your local dealer.

Message and beeping sound

OPERATION BUTTONS AND FOOT CONTROLLER

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Speed limiting adjustment lever

Slide the lever to change the maximum speed of the sewingmachine.

Slow Fast

Speed limitingadjustment lever

Needle up/downposition button

Auto-lock button

Reverse button

Normal

LCD

Only for pattern 1-6

Reverse button (Only for pattern 1-6)

When pattern 1-6 are selected, the machine will sew in reversewhile the reverse button is pressed. The machine sews forwardwhen the button is released. For continuous reverse, press thebutton twice in a quick succession before starting to sew. To sewforward again, press the button once more.

An arrow on the LCD display indicates reverse sewing.

Needle up/ down position button

With the Needle up/ down position button, you decide whether theneedle shall stop in the up position or in the material when youstop sewing. Press the button so that the arrow, on the LCDScreen, will point upward and the needle will stop in the upposition. When you press the button so that the arrow pointsdownward , the machine will stop with the needle in the material.

When you turn on the machine, the needle is always in thehighest position.

Auto-Lock button

At the end of a seam, the machine will immediately sew 3 lockingstitches, when the Auto-Lock button is pressed, thenautomatically stop.

It will sew 3 locking stitches automatically when one of thepatterns 1~4 is being selected.

Normal

LCD

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Fabric

Start Stop

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT

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Change the needle regularly, especially ifit is showing signs of wear and causingproblems.

Insert the needle following the illustratedinstructions.

A. Loosen the needle clamp screw andtighten again after inserting the newneedle.

The flat side of the shaft should betowards the back.

B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.

Needles must be in perfect condition.

Problems can occur with:

- Bent needles

- Blunt needles

- Damaged points

Attention: Turn power switch to off("O").

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Raise the presser foot bar (a). Attachthe presser foot holder (b) as illustrated.

(2)

Lower the presser foot holder (b) untilthe cut-out (c) is directly above the pin(d).

Raise the lever (e).

Lower the presser foot holder (b) andthe presser foot (f) will engageautomatically.

(3)

Raise the presser foot.

Raise the lever (e) and the foot willdisengages.

(4)

Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot asillustrated. Adjust according to need forhems, pleats, etc.

Attaching the presser foot holder

Attaching the presser foot

Removing the presser foot

Attaching the seam guide

Attention: Turn power switch to off("O") when carrying out any of theabove operations!

REPLACING THE NEEDLE

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WINDING THE BOBBIN

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1. Place the thread and spool holder ontothe spool pin. For smaller spools ofthread, place spool holder with thesmall side next to the spool or use thesmall spool holder.

2. Snap the thread into the thread guide.

3. Wind the thread clockwise around thebobbin winder tension discs.

4. Thread the bobbin as illustrated and iton the spindle.

5. Push the bobbin to the right.

6. When the bobbin winder spindle ispush to the right, "bobbin windingposition", the symbol is shown onthe LCD screen. It will disappear fromthe LCD screen when the bobbinwinder spindle is push to the left,"sewing position".

7. Hold the end of the thread.

8. Press on the foot control to start thesewing machine.

9. After the bobbin has wind few turnsstop the machine and cut the threadnear the hole of the bobbin. Continuefilling the bobbin until it is full. Thebobbin winder will stop automaticallywhen the bobbin is full.Stop the machine and cut the thread.

10.Push the bobbin winder spindle to theleft and remove the bobbin.

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Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine willnot sew and the hand wheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to theleft (sewing position).

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INSERTING THE BOBBIN

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1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case withthe thread running in a counterclockwisedirection (arrow).

2. Pull the thread through the slit (A).

3. Pull the thread toward the left and alongthe inside of the spring until it slips into thenotch (B) being sure that the thread doesnot slip out of the slit (A).

4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of threadand attach the bobbin cover plate. (C)

When inserting or removing the bobbin,the needle must be fully raised.

Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O")before inserting or removing the bobbin.

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THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

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It is important to carry out the threadingcorrectly as by not doing so

Start by raising the needle to its highest point,and also raise the presser foot to release thetension discs.

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several sewingproblems could result.

. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool ofthread on the spool pin so that the threadcomes from the front of the spool place thespool cap at the end of the spool pin.

2. Draw the thread from the spool through theupper thread guide.

3. Guide the thread around the thread guidepulling the thread through the pre-tensionspring as illustrated.

4. Thread the tension module by passing thethread between the silver discs.

5. Then, down and around the check springholder.

6. At the top of this movement, pass the threadfrom right to the left through the slotted eye ofthe take-up lever and then downwards again.

7. Pass the thread behind the flat, horizontalthread guide.

8. Now take the thread behind the needleclamp guide and then down to the needlewhich should be threaded from the front tothe back. Pull out about 10cm (4 inches) ofthread to the rear beyond the needle eye.

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USING THE NEEDLE THREADER

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Raise the needle to its highest position.

Lower the presser foot.

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2. The needle threader automaticallyturns to the threading position and thehook pin passes through the needleeye.

3. Take the thread in front of the needle.

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Pull the thread through the needle eye.

Attention: Turn power switch to theoff position ("O").

Lower the needle threader lever slowlyand draw the thread through thethread guide as illustrated and then tothe right.

Hold the thread loosely and releasethe lever slowly. The hook will turn andpass the thread through the needleeye in forming a loop.

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THREAD TENSION

- Basic thread tension setting: "4"

- To increase the tension, turn the dial tothe next number up. To reduce thetension, turn the dial to the next numberdown.

- Proper setting of tension is important togood sewing.

- There is no single tension settingappropriate for all stitch functions, threadon fabric.

- 90% of all sewing will be between "3"and "5" ("4" is basic setting).

- For all decorative sewing you will alwaysobtain a nicer stitch and less fabricpuckering when the upper threadappears on the bottom side of yourfabric.

1. Normal thread tension for straight stitchsewing.

2. Thread tension is too loose for straightstitch sewing. Turn dial to highernumber.

3. Thread tension is too tight for straightstitch sewing. Turn dial to lower number.

4. Normal thread tension for zig zag anddecorative sewing.

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Reverseside

Surface

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Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

Upper thread

Bobbin thread

TightLoose

Surface

Reverseside

Surface

Reverseside

Surface

Reverseside

RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD

CUTTING THE THREAD

1. Hold the upper thread with the lefthand. Turn the handwheel towardsyou (counterclockwise) lowering, thenraising the needle.

2. Gently pull on the upper thread tobring the bobbin thread up through theneedle plate hole. The bobbin threadwill come up in a loop.

3. Pull both threads to the back under thepresser foot.

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Raise the presser foot. Remove thefabric, draw the threads to the left side ofthe face cover and cut using the threadcutter.

The threads are cut at the proper lengthfor starting the next seam.

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TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER

1. The presser foot lifter raises andlowers your presser foot.

2. When sewing several layers or thickfabrics, the presser foot can be raiseda second stage for easy positioning ofthe work.

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TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS

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With the sewing table off the machine,the feed dog adjustment lever can beseen on the base in back of the sewingmachine.

Sliding the lever to the right (b) will lowerthe feed dog, for example during buttonsewing. If you wish to continue sewingnormally, slide the lever to the left (a) inorder to raise the feed dogs.

The feed dog if you donot turn the handwhee, even if the leveris slid to the left. Make a complete turnto raise the feed dogs.

will not rise up

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Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.

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MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD

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NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE

11-14 (80-90) Medium weight fabrics-cotton,satin, kettleclote, sailcloth, doubleknits, lightweight woollens.

Medium weight fabrics-cottonduck, woolen, heavier knits,terrycloth, denims.

Heavyweight fabrics-canvas,woolens, outdoor tent and quiltedfabrics, denims, upholsterymaterial (light to medium).

Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,upholstery fabrics, some leathersand vinyls.

IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric

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18 (110)

NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD

9-11 (70-80) Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons,voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana,interlocks, cotton knits, tricots,jerseys, crepes, woven polyester,shirt & blouse fabrics.

Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon,polyester or cotton wrappedpolyester.

Most threads sold are mediumsize and suitable for these fabricsand needle sizes. Use polyesterthreads on synthetic materialsand cotton on natural wovenfabrics for best results. Alwaysuse the same thread on top andbottom.

Note twin needle:

1. Twin needles, can be purchased for utility and decorative work.

2. When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be set at less than "3.5".

3. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first threadbreakage or skipped stitches.

QUICK ADJUSTMENT REFERENCE CHART

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LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) FUNCTIONS

REVERSEAUTOSTOP MIRROR MEMORY

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*: Adjustments can be made.

PRESSERFOOT

STITCHAUTO MANUAL AUTO MANUAL

STRAIGHTSTITCH

BUTTONHOLESEWINGSTITCH

PRACTICALSTITCH

DARNING STITCH

BLOCKSTITCH

UTILITYSTITCH

TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART(double is being suggested for certain stitches for more creativity)

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K

P

All purpose foot (T)

Zipper foot (I)

Buttonhole foot(D)

Cording foot (M)

Overcasting foot(E)

Blind hem foot (F)

Hemmer foot (K)

Satin stitch foot (A)

Quilting foot (P)

Darning/Embroidery foot

Gathering foot

Button sewing foot

Walking foot(Optional)

APPLICATIONPRESSER FOOT

General sewing,

Patchwork stitches,

Decorativestitching,

Smocking,

Fagoting, etc.

Note: When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be set at less than "3.5".

PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION

Inserting zippers

Buttonhole

Cording

Overcasting

Blind hem

Narrow hemming

Satin stitch

Quilting

Darning

Free embroidery

Monogramming

Gathering

Button sewing

This foot helps toprevent unevenfeeding of verydifficult fabrics

M

A

NEEDLE NEEDLE

Normal

Normal

SELECTING A STITCH

When you turn the machine "ON" it always selectsthe straight stitch and the number is displayed. Youselect a different stitch by pressing the correspondingstitch button. Theselected stitch number and the suggested settings.

You can set the sewing functions according to thefabric and the sewing purpose. For example, you canuse the function buttons to adjust the stitch lengthand stitch width, select the mirror function or auto-stop. The LCD screen also shows you the suitablepresser foot for the stitch selected.

LCD screen will display the

MIRROR

Pressing the will sew a reflection pattern from yourselected stitch. The LCD will display the mirror functionand the machine will continue to sew the reflected patternuntil the mirror function is pressed again to cancel themirror function. When the mirror function disappears fromthe LCD screen, the machine will continue to sew thenormal stitch.

If you change the pattern setting, then the mirror functionwill be cancelled accordingly. If you need the reflectionpattern, then press the mirror button again.

Attention: The mirror function will not available forpattern 14~17.

AUTO-STOP

Normal

Using the Auto-Stop function will allow you to stop withcomplete pattern after sewing the same patterncontinuously. When the is pressed, the machine willsew few locking stitches at the end of the current patternand stop automatically. You can set the auto-stop functionwhile sewing and the machine will stop after one unit ofthe pattern or press before starting to sew and themachine will sew 1 unit of the pattern only. When youpress the auto-stop function, the LCD screen will displaythe figure . After the machine had stop, just press thefoot control again to continue sewing.

If you change your pattern selection, the Auto-Stopfunction will be cancelled accordingly. If you need thefunction for the current pattern, press the Auto-Stop button

LCD

Function ofbuttons

Stitchselectionbuttons

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Auto-Lock

Attention: The Auto-Stop function will not available for pattern 14~17.

When you select a sti tch the machine wil lautomatically set the recommended stitch lengthwhich will be indicated by numbers on the LCDscreen. The stitch length can be adjusted by pressingthe stitch length adjustment buttons. To shorten thestitch length, press the button. For a longer stitchlength, press the button. The stitch length can beadjusted between "0.0" ~ "4.5". Certain stitches havea limited length.

ADJUSTING THE STITCH LENGTH

ADJUSTING THE STITCH WIDTH/ NEEDLE POSITION

Normal

Normal

Normal

Normal

Normal

When you select a stitch, the machine willautomatically set the recommended stitch width,which will be indicated by numbers on the LCDscreen. The stitch width can be regulated by pressingthe stitch width adjustment buttons. For a narrowerstitch, press the button. For a wider stitch, pressthe button. The stitch width can be adjustedbetween "0.0" ~ "7.0". Certain stitches have a limitedstitch length.

When the straight stitch patterns (patterns 1~4) has been

selected, the needle position is regulated by the stitch

width adjustment buttons. Pressing the button, will

move the needle to the left and pressing the button,

will move the needle to the right. On the LCD screen, the

needle position will be shown as a point above the

numbers. The numbers will be changed from left position

"0.0" to extreme right position "7.0". The pre-set center

needle position will be indicated as "3.5".

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When you turn the machine "on", the LCD screendisplays . Touch the button to forprogramming. If you touch the function button again,

will be displayed to allow sewing yourprogrammed stitches. After a third touch, isdisplayed again.

Cancel

If you wish to delete a certain stitch within the program,use the button or button until the actual stitchnumber is displayed and press . The stitch andfollowing patterns will be deleted.

If you wish to delete the whole program, press thebutton to return to . The machine will bepositioned at the first programmed stitch. Pressbutton.

Corrections

If you wish to change a stitch to another one in yourprogram, press button or button until the stitchnumber you have selected is displayed. Select the newstitch or change the stitch length, width, Auto-Stop ormirror if desire.

Normal

Sew Prog.

Program

Normal Program

Sew Prog.

Program

Programming

1. Press for position.

2. Select the first pattern you want to enter (You canchange the stitch length, width, choose the Auto-Stopor mirror function if desired) then press the buttonto select next pattern.

3. Use the button or button to check what youhave programmed.

Note:

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- You can continue your programming even after having pressed Auto-Stop. Then, when sewing,the machine stops automatically and locks the thread in each position where you have.

- Your machine will hold what you have programmed even when it is switched off.

The machine has a program memory that can retain 30 units of stitches.

Program

Program

Note: If you mistake press button, simply press button again to bring back the balanceof your program as long as you have not used another button.

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MEMORY

Program

Program

Program

Normal

Press the button to position. Press to empty the memory. Select any stitches youwish with the exception of pattern 14~17. This way you can combine different stitches accordingto your own taste and imagination. Press the button to the position to sew yourprogram. The machine will be positioned at the first programmed stitch. Press the foot control tobegin sewing. You can try the memory program illustrated below.

MEMORY

Sew Prog.

Sew Prog.

1. Press for position. The machine will bepositioned at the first programmed stitch.

2. Press foot controller. The machine will start to sewfrom first entered pattern. On the LCD screen,sewing stitch data is indicated.

3. If you wish to check what is programmed or if youwish to start sewing a few stitches into the program,use the button or button

Sewing sample

4.

5. You can continue your programming even after having pressed . Then, when sewing, themachine stops automatically and fastens the thread in every position where you haveprogrammed Auto-Stop. Just press the foot control again and the machine will sew the rest ofwhat you have programmed.

6. If you wish to repeat your stitch combination without having the machine stop press thebutton to cancel the Auto-Stop in position. The will disappear from the LCD screen.

7. If you should forget to enter the Auto-Stop function in position it is also possible to use theAuto-Stop button in position. But the Auto-Stop function will not be memorized in the program.

Attention: The Auto-Lock can not be set if one of the pattern 1~4 is being selected as thefirst programmed stitch.

You can use the Auto-Lock function when the sewing machine is stopped.

Program

Sew Prog.

LCD screen

Programming directionSewing sample

Start to sewing

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Sew Prog.

Sew Prog.

Program

Program

Sew Prog.

Sew Prog.

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ex.2

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Sewing corners

1. Stop the sewing machinewhen you reach a corner.

2. Lower the needle into thefabric.

3. Raise the presser foot.

4. Use the needle as a pivotand turn the fabric.

5. Lower the presser foot andresume sewing.

Reverse stitching is used tosecure the threads at thebeginning and at the end of aseam.

Press the reverse button andsew 4~5 stitches. The machinewill sew forward when thebutton is released.

Attention: The reversebutton can only be usedfor patterns 1~6.

Reverse

Free arm

Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs.

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USEFUL SKILLS

USEFUL SKILLS

Sewing on the heavy fabric

The black button on the rightside of the presser foot will lockthe presser foot in a horizontalposition if you push it in beforelowering the presser foot. Thisensures even feeding at thebeginning of a seam and helpswhen sewing multiple layers offabric such as sewing overseams when hemming jeans.

When you reach the point of anincreased thickness, lower theneedle and raise the presserfoot. Press the toe of the footand push in the black button,then lower the foot andcontinue sewing.

The black button releasesautomatically after sewing fewstitches.

You also can place anotherpiece of fabric with the samethickness at the back of theseam. Or support the presserfoot while feeding by hand andsewing toward the folded side.

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Cardboard orthick fabric

Change the needle position

Changing the stitch length

These setting apply only to "straight" stitch patterns 1~4.The machine

The pre-set position is "3.5", center position. When youpress , the needle position will move to the left.When you press , the needle position will move tothe right. On the LCD screen, the point illustration andthe number indicate the needle position.

To shorten the stitch length, press the button. Fora longer stitch length, press the button.

If you are sewing on very fine (thin) fabric and youwant to use a long stitch length. The stitch length willbe set automatically to a maximum length of "4.0" evenif you select "4.5".

will sew 3 locking stitches automaticallywhen you are starting any of the pattern1~4.

STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION

ZIGZAG STITCHES

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Adjusting the stitch width

The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is"7"; however, the width can be reduced on any patterns.The width increases as you press the zigzag buttonfrom "0" - "7.0".

Attention:

For twin needle sewing, never set the width widerthan "3.5".

Adjusting the stitch length

The density of zigzag stitches increase as the settingof stitch length dial approaches "0".

Neat zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "1.0" -"2.5".

Closed up zigzag stitches (close together) are referredto as a satin stitch.

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STRETCH STITCH

It assures you of a stitch that is strong andflexible and will give with the fabric withoutbreaking. Good for easy to ravel and knitfabrics. It is good for joining durable fabricsuch as denims.

These stitches can also be used as adecorative top stitch.

Triple zigzag stretch stitch is suitable forfirm fabrics like denim, poplin, duck, etc.

Straight stretch stitch

Straight stitch

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Straight stretch stitch is used to add triplereinforcement to stretch and hardwearingseams.

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OVERCASTING STITCHES

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Using the overcasting foot

Using the all purpose foot

1. Change presser foot to overcasting foot.

2. Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of the overcasting foot.

Attention: The overcasting foot should be used to sew with patterns 5 and 8 only and do notset the stitch width narrower than "5.0". It is possible that needle could hit the presser footand break when sewing other patterns and width.

1. Change presser foot to all purpose foot.

2. Sewing the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge ofthe fabric on the right side.

2.0~3.0 5.0~7.0

2.0~3.0 2.5~4.5

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BLIND HEM/ LINGERIE STITCH

1.0~2.0 2.5~4.0

It takes practice to sew blind hems.Always make a sewing test first.Note:

1. Fold the fabric as illustrated with thewrong side uppermost.

2. Place the fabric under the foot. Turn thehandwheel forwards by hand until theneedle swings fully to the left. It shouldjust pierce the fold of the fabric. If it doesnot, adjust the stitch width accordingly.

3. Adjust the guide (b) by turning the knob (a)so that the guide just rests against the fold.

4. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefullyalong the edge of the guide.

5. Turn over the fabric.

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Blind hem/lingerie for firm fabrics

Blind hem for stretch fabrics

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5mm 5mm

Overcastingstitches

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Reverseside

Reverseside

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Change presser foot to the button sewing foot.

1. Move the drop feed control to to lowerthe feed dogs. (Note: Stitch length cannotbe controlled with stitch length adjustment.)

2. Position the work under the foot. Place thebutton in the desired position, lower thefoot.

3. Select zig zag pattern. Adjust the stitchwidth to "2.0" ~ "7.0" according to thedistance between the two holes of thebutton.

4. Turn the handwheel to check that theneedle goes cleanly into the left and rightholes of the button.

5. Before sewing, press the Auto-lock buttonto sew reinforcement stitches automaticallyat the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

If a shank is required, place a darningneedle on top of the button and sew.

6 For buttons with 4 holes, sew through thefront two holes first, push work forward andthen sew through the back two holes.

2.0~7.0

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6

2.0~7.03

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BUTTON SEWING

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15:

16:

For thin or medium fabric

For horizontal holes onblouses or shirts madefrom thin or medium fabric

For suits or overcoatsD

0.3~0.7 3.0~7.0

0.4~0.6 3.5~5.5

0.3~0.6 5.5~7.0

Note: Before sewing a buttonhole on yourproject, practice on a scrap piece of the sametype of fabric.

1. Mark the positions of the buttonhole on thefabric.

The maximum buttonhole length is 3cm.(Total of diameter + thickness of button.)

2. Attach the buttonhole foot, then pull out thebutton holder plate and insert the button.The size of the buttonhole is determined bythe button inserted in the button plate.

Set the buttonhole stitch. Adjust stitch widthand length to desired width.

The thread should be passed through thehole in the presser foot, then be placedunder the foot.

3. Select the buttonhole stitch. Adjust thestitch width and the stitch length to thedesired width and density.

Startingpoint

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BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

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4. Position the fabric under the presser footso that the centerline's mark is aligning withthe center of the buttonhole foot.Lower the buttonhole foot.

5. While lightly holding the end of upperthread and start sewing.

6. Lightly holds the end of the upper threadand start sewing.

Note:

Note:

Note:

When you select any buttonholepattern, LCD screen will be demonstratedthe figure , it is to remind you to lowerthe buttonhole lever.

Gently feed the fabric by hand.Before stopping, the machine wil lautomatically sew a reinforcement stitchafter the buttonhole is sewn.

If you have moved the fabric beforecompleting the buttonhole, you must selectanother stitch and returned to thebuttonhole setting after. The machine willreturn to the starting position of thebuttonhole stitch. You can restart to sew.

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BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

7. Raise the presser foot and cut thread. Tosew over same buttonhole, raise presserfoot (will return to original position). Aftersewing the buttonhole stitch, raise thebuttonhole lever until it stops.

8. Cut the center of the buttonhole beingcareful not to cut any stitches on either side.Use a pin as a stopper at the bartack soyou do not cut too much.

Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics

When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric,hook heavy thread or cord under thebuttonhole foot.

1. Attach the buttonhole foot and hook thegimp thread onto the back of the presserfoot. Bring the two gimp thread ends to thefront of the foot and insert them into thegrooves, then temporarily tie them there.Lower the presser foot and start sewing.

Set the stitch width to match the diameterof the gimp thread.

2. Once sewing is completed, pull the gimpthread gently to remove any slack, thentrim off any excess.

Note: It is suggested that you use interfacingon the backside of the fabric.

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BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

DARNING

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1. Press pattern 17 to get the darning stitch.Chang the presser foot to the all-purposefoot.

2. Baste the upper fabric and the under fabrictogether. Select the needle position. Lowerthe presser foot over the center of the tear.

3. Sew until the stitch has reached thedesired length. Touch the reverse button.The machine now completes the patternafter sewing 15 even lines.

a The length of sewing.

b The width of sewing.

4. If the sewing range is too big to sew, thenwe suggest you can sew several times (orcross sew) to get better sewing result.

Notes: Normally, for the darning the needleposition can be settled between "3.0" ~"7.0" by pressing the stitch widthadjustment buttons. The width of thesewing is controlled by the position of theneedle.

Start

Reverse

a

1.5~3.0 3.0~7.0

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Stop

Normal

1. Place the two pieces of fabric with the rightside together and sew with the straightstitch. Open the seam allowances andpresses it flat.

2. Place the center of the presser foot on theseam line of the joined pieces of fabric andsew over the seam.

FAGOTING

T

PATCHWORK STITCH

T

Thin paper

Basting

1. Separate the folded edges of the fabricpieces with a gap of 0.4cm (1/8") and bastethem onto a piece of thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer sheet.

2. Align the center of the presser foot with thecenter of the two pieces of fabric and beginsewing.

3. After sewing, remove the paper.

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ZIPPER INSERTION

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1. Baste the zipper opening on the garment.

2. Press open the seam allowance. Place thezipper face down on the seam allowancewith the teeth against the seam line. Bastethe zipper tape.

3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right sideof the presser foot pin to the holder whensewing the left side of the zipper.

4. Attach the left side of the presser foot pin tothe presser foot holder when sewing theright side of the zipper.

5. Stitch left side of the zipper from top tobottom.

6. Stitch across the lower end and right sideof zipper. Remove the basting and press.

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1.5~3.0 3.5

Centered application

5 mm

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Attention: Zipper foot should be used forsewing center needle position straightstitch only. It is possible that needle couldhit the presser foot and break whensewing other patterns.

ZIPPER INSERTION

Side application

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5 mm

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3

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1. Baste the zipper opening on the garment.

2. Fold back to the left seam allowance. Turnunder the right seam allowance to form3mm fold.

3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right sideof the presser foot pin to the holder whensewing the left side of the zipper. Attach theleft side of the presser foot pin to thepresser foot holder when sewing the rightside of the zipper.

4. Stitch the left side of zipper from bottom totop.

5. Turn the fabric right side out, stitch acrossthe lower end and right side of zipper.

6. Stop about 5 cm from the top of zipper.Remove the basting and open the zipper.Stitch the remainder of the the seam.

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NARROW HEMMING

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1.5~3.0K 3.5

1. Fold edge of fabric over about 3mm (1/8"),then fold it over again 3mm (1/8") for about5cm (2") along the edge of fabric.

2. Insert the needle into the fold by rotatingthe handwheel toward you, and lower thepresser foot. Sew several stitches andraise the presser foot.

Insert the fabric fold into the spiral openingof hemmer foot. Move fabric back and forthuntil the fold forms a sceolled shape.

3. Lower the presser foot and start sewingslowly guiding the raw edge of the fabric infront of the hemmer foot evenly into thescroll of the foot.

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CORDING

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Mark the design on the fabric. Insert the cordin the center groove of the cording foot fromthe right side opening. Pull the cord about5cm (2") behind the foot.

The grooves under the foot will hold thelength of the cord in place while the stitchesare being form over the cord.

Select the stitch and adjust the stitch width sothat the stitches are just covering the cord.Lower the foot and sew slowly, guiding thecord over the design.

Single cording

Sew over one strand of cording to create a pretty swirled design on a jacket or vest or sew overthree strands of cording for border trims. Pearl cotton, knitting yarn, embroidery floss, lace thread,fine wool or lily yarn can be used for cording.

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Triple cording

Push the sewing thread to the left and insertthree cords into the grooves of the foot andpull about 5cm (2") of the cords behind thefoot. Select the desired pattern and adjust thestitch width so that the stitches are justcovering the cords. Lower the foot and sewslowly guiding the cords.

SATIN STITCH SEWING

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0.5~2.5 3.5~7.0A

Use the satin stitch foot for satin stitching andsewing decorative stitches. This foot has a fullindentation on the underside to allowed easysewing over the thickness of the stitches formby closely spaced zigzag stitches, and evenfeeding of the fabric.

To tailor the satin or decorative stitch pattern,you may adjust the length and width of thepattern by pressing the stitch length and widthadjustment buttons. Experiment with fabricscraps until you get the desired length andwidth.

When sewing very thin fabrics, it is suggestedthat you use interfacing on the backside of thefabric.

Sewing thin fabrics

QUILTING

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1.0~3.0 3.5P

Insert the quilting guide in the presser footholder as illustrated and set the space as youdesire.

Sew the first row and move over the fabric tosew successive rows with the guide ridingalong the previous row of stitching.

GATHERING

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7.0 3.5

1. Remove the presser foot holder and attachthe gathering foot.

2. Sew a single row or multiple rows ofstraight stitches.

3. If more gathering is required, loosen theupper thread tension to below 2 so that thebobbin thread lies on the underside of thematerial.

4. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain thedesired amount of gather, then tie thethreads to secure them.

5. Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

Note: It can also use the all purpose foot andgather fabric by hand by lowering the tensionsetting to below 2 and pulling the lower threadto gather the material.

SMOCKING

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1. Use the gathering foot to sew straight lines1cm(3/8") apart, across the area to besmocked.

2. Knot the threads along one edge. Pull thebobbin threads and distribute the gathersevenly. Secure the threads at the other end.

3. Reduce the tension and if necessary andsew decorative pattern stitches betweenthe straight seams.

4. Pull out the gathering stitches.

* For gathering sewing instructions, seepage 40.

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FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING

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3.5~5.0

Move the drop feed control to to lower thefeed dogs.

Remove the presser foot holder, and attachthe darning foot to the presser foot holder bar.The lever (a) should be behind the needleclamp screw (b). Press the darning foot onfirmly from behind with your index finger andtighten the screw (c).

Darning

First sew around the edges of the hole (tosecure the threads). Working from left to right,sew over the hole in a constant andcontinuous movement. Turn the work by 1/4and sew over the first stitching moving thework slower over the hole to separate thethreads and not form big gaps between thethreads.

Note: Free motion darning is accomplishedwithout the sewing machine internal feedsystem. Movement of the fabric is controlledby the operator. It is necessary to coordinatesewing speed and movement of fabric.

a

b

c

ab

a

b

Embroidery

Select zigzag stitch pattern and adjust thestitch width as desired. Stitch along theoutline of the design by moving theembroidery hoop. Make sure to maintain aconstant speed.

Fill in the design working from the outlinetowards the inside. Keep the stitches closetogether.

You will get longer stitches by moving thehoop faster and shorter stitches by movingthe hoop more slowly.

Secure with a reinforcement stitches at theend by press Auto-Lock button.

FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING

Monogramming

Select the zigzag stitch pattern and adjust thestitch width as desired. Sew at a constantspeed, moving the hoop slowly along thelettering.

When the letter is finished. Secure with areinforcement stitches at the end by pressAuto-Lock button.

*Embroider hoop is not included with the machine.

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SCALLOP STITCH

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Scallop hem

Scallop edging

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1. Fold the fabric right side together in andsew along the edge.

2. Cut the fabric along the seam leaving anallowance of 3mm (1/8") for seaming.Notch the allowance.

3. Turn fabric over and push out the curvedseam to the surface and iron it.

1. Sew on hem line.

2. Trim the fabric close to the stitching takingcare not to cut the thread.

Wrong sideof fabric

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TWIN NEEDLE (Optional)

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1.0~3.5

Please Note: When using twin needle on zig-zag stitch make surethe stitch width dial is set between "1" and "3.5". Do not use twinneedle at setting above "3.5".

When using twin needles, use the "T" presserfoot regardless of what kind of sewing will becarried out.

1. Insert the twin needle.

*The twin needle is optional. It is not includedwith the accessories..

Note:

Before sewing, adjust the stitch width. Turnthe handwheel to check the needle clearance,so that the needle does not hit the needleplate.

When sewing with twin needle, alwaysproceed slowly, and make sure to maintain alow speed to insure quality stitching.

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2. Follow the instructions for single-needlethreading using the horizontal spool pin.

3. Thread through the left needle.

Note: Make sure that the two threads usedto thread the twin needle are of the sameweight. You can use one or two colors.

4. Set the second spool pin (included with theaccessories) into the hole on the top of themachine. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading.

5. Thread through remaining points, makingcertain to omit the thread guide above theneedle and pass thread through the rightneedle. The thread of the right needleshould pass in front of the needle clampthread guide.

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2 3

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Always try to sew first without the walkingfoot accessory which should be used onlywhen necessary.

It is easier to guide the fabric and you have abetter view of the seam when using thestandard, regular foot on your machine. Yoursewing machine offers excellent stitch qualityon a wide range of fabrics from delicatechiffons to multiple layers of denim.

The Walking Foot accessory equalizes thefeeding of the upper and lower layers of fabricand improves the matching of plaids, stripesand patterns. It also helps to prevent unevenfeeding of very difficult fabrics.

1. Lift the presser foot lifter to raise thepresser foot bar.

2. Remove the presser foot holder byunscrewing (counterclockwise) the presserbar attaching screw.

3. Attach the Walking Foot to the machine asfollows:

- The arm (a) should fit into above theneedle screw and clamp (b).

- Slide the plastic attaching head (c) fromyour left to right so that it is fitted into thepresser foot bar.

- Lower the presser foot bar.

- Replace and tighten (clockwise) thepresser bar attaching screw.

- Make sure both the needle screw and thepresser bar attaching screw are tightlysecured.

4. Draw the bobbin thread up and place boththe bobbin thread and the needle threadbehind the walking foot attachment.

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*The walking foot accessory is optional. It is not included with this machine.

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b

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MAINTENANCE

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A-1

B-2B-1

B-3

A-2

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Attention: Disconnect the machine from the wall outlet before carrying out any maintenance.

Cleaning the shuttle

A. Bobbin holder

1. Remove the bobbin cover plate and bobbin.

2. Clean the bobbin holder with a brush.

If lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook, this will interfere with the smooth operation of themachine. Check regularly and clean the stitching mechanism when necessary.

B. Hook race and feed dog

1. Remove the needle, presser foot and presser foot holder. Remove the bobbin cover plate andbobbin. Remove the screw holding the needle plate and remove the needle plate.

2. Lift up bobbin case and remove it.

3. Clean the hook race, feed dog and bobbin case with a brush. Also clean them, using a soft, drycloth.

4. Replace the bobbin case into the hook race so that the tip (a) fits to the stopper (b) as shown.

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Attention: Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen andsewing machine surface, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.

Cleaning the screen

a1. Loosen the screw (a) on the left side of the

sewing head and remove the face plate (b).

2. Pull light bulb downward to remove.

Replace the bulb with same type rated 5w.

Set the face plate and tighten the screw.

Attention: Turn the power switch off and waituntil the lamp has cooled down before touchingit.

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB

b

Cleaning the sewing machine surface

If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with asoft, dry cloth.

Do not use any organic solvents or detergents.

If the surface of the sewing machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze itout firmly and then wipe the surface. After cleaning it once in this way, wipe the surface againwith a dry cloth.

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Problem Cause Correction

Upperthreadbreaks

Lowerthreadbreaks

Skippedstitches

Needlebreaks

Loosestitches

Seam gatheror pucker

Unevenstitches,uneven feed

Themachine isnoisy

Themachinejams

1.The machine is not threaded correctly2.The thread tension is too tight3.The thread is too thick for the needle4.The needle is not inserted correctly5.The thread is wound around the spool

holder pin6.The needle is damaged

1.The bobbin case is not insertedcorrectly

2.The bobbin case is threaded wrong3.The lower thread tension is too tight

1.The needle is not inserted correctly2.The needle is damaged3.The wrong size needle has been used4.The foot is not attached correctly

1.The needle is damaged2.The needle is not correctly inserted3.Wrong needle size for the fabric4.The wrong foot is attached

1.The machine is not correctly threaded2.The bobbin case is not correctly

threaded3.Needle/fabric/thread combination is

wrong4.Thread tension is wrong

1.The needle is too thick for the fabric2.The stitch length is adjusted wrong3.The thread tension is too tight

1.Poor quality thread2.The bobbin case is threaded wrong3.Fabric has been pulled

1.Fluff or oil have collected on the hookor needle bar

2.Poor quality oil has been used3.The needle is damaged

Thread is caught in the hook

1.Rethread the machine2.Reduce the thread tension (lower number)3.Select a larger needle4.Remove and reinsert the needle (flat side

towards the back)5.Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel6.Replace the needle

1.Remove and reinsert the bobbin case andpull on the thread. The thread should pulleasily

2.Check both bobbin and bobbin case3.Loosen lower thread tension as described

1.Remove and reinsert needle(flat sidetowards the back)

2.Insert a new needle3.Choose a needle to suit the thread and

fabric4.Check and attach correctly

1.Insert a new needle2.Insert the needle correctly (flat side

towards the back)3.Choose a needle to suit the thread and

fabric4.Select the correct foot

1.Check the threading2.Thread the bobbin case as illustrated3.The needle size must suit the fabric and

thread4.Correct the thread tension

1.Select a finer needle2.Readjust the stitch length3.Loosen the thread tension

1.Select a better quality thread2.Remove the bobbin case, the thread and

reinsert correctly3.Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, let it

be taken up by the machine

1.Clean the hook and feed dog as described2.Only use good quality sewing machine oil3.Replace the needle

Remove the upper thread and bobbin case,turn the handwheel backwards and forwardsby hand and remove the thread remands.

Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the placeof purchase or your nearest authorized dealer.

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