Users Manual - English
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...13) Plug in this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. s Thread guide cover (page 17 and 23) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from... the actual machine. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. j Handwheel This is ...
...13) Plug in this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. q Presser foot lever (page 23) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. s Thread guide cover (page 17 and 23) Pass the thread under this operation manual may differ from... the actual machine. h Operation panel (page 10) This is used when winding the thread onto the bobbin and then threading the machine. j Handwheel This is ...
Users Manual - English
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... Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the quick- j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to start or stop button (for models equipped with the start/stop button to set the bobbin. c Needle position button (for models equipped with the needle position button)...d Sewing speed controller (for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to sew" (page 39). i Quick-set bobbin) You can start /stop button) Press the start sewing without pulling up...
... Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the quick- j Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to start or stop button (for models equipped with the start/stop button to set the bobbin. c Needle position button (for models equipped with the needle position button)...d Sewing speed controller (for the selected stitching. 1 f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover. g Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to sew" (page 39). i Quick-set bobbin) You can start /stop button) Press the start sewing without pulling up...
Users Manual - English
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... Hold the thread with your right hand, e and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to the front at the bottom. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool... of spool being used . If the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Memo ● When sewing with your left , slide the spool cap... catch on the slit in the thread that is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front. a Thread guide cover 16 a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space While holding the spool with fine...
... Hold the thread with your right hand, e and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover f from the back to the front at the bottom. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully insert the spool... of spool being used . If the spool cap is too small for the bobbin c onto the spool pin. Memo ● When sewing with your left , slide the spool cap... catch on the slit in the thread that is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front. a Thread guide cover 16 a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space While holding the spool with fine...
Users Manual - English
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... other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). b Slide the button and open the cover. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you ...accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in d the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward ...
... other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). b Slide the button and open the cover. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models CAUTION ● Make sure you ...accidentally step on quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in d the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward ...
Users Manual - English
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... shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. b Slide the button and open the cover. a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that...
... shown. c 1 2 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. a Tab CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or thread through equipped with the needle position button), and the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin raise the presser foot lever. b Slide the button and open the cover. a Cover b Slide button Insert the bobbin with your right hand so that...
Users Manual - English
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... procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter (c). a Slit b Cutter (Cut the thread with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread... is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 ...
... procedure in f place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with the cutter (c). a Slit b Cutter (Cut the thread with the cutter.) Note ● If the thread... is not correctly inserted through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 28). 1 a Tension-adjusting spring 22 ...
Users Manual - English
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... position button) once or twice. Pass the thread along the slit in b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Replace the bobbin cover. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the... quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of both d threads and pull them toward you draw up the lower c thread. • The bobbin cover should still be left over.
... position button) once or twice. Pass the thread along the slit in b steps 1 to draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Replace the bobbin cover. a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the... quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of both d threads and pull them toward you draw up the lower c thread. • The bobbin cover should still be left over.
Users Manual - English
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... is shown as too much or too little tension will affect the quality of your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of the fabric. Thread tension The thread tension will weaken your seams or cause... puckers on your stitches. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. Memo ● We recommend that the thread is not inserted through the tension-...
... is shown as too much or too little tension will affect the quality of your fabric. 1 Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of the fabric. Thread tension The thread tension will weaken your seams or cause... puckers on your stitches. Note ● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. Memo ● We recommend that the thread is not inserted through the tension-...
Users Manual - English
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... out the tangled threads, and then remove g the bobbin. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to clean the race. a Needle plate cover release b Needle plate cover (front part) 88 Remove the needle plate cover. h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. If the operation could not be...be removed Continue with step p. Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below to remove the fabric from the machine. Remove the bobbin case. a Turn off the sewing machine. Continue with step j. APPENDIX Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed If ...
... out the tangled threads, and then remove g the bobbin. a Bobbin case Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to clean the race. a Needle plate cover release b Needle plate cover (front part) 88 Remove the needle plate cover. h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. If the operation could not be...be removed Continue with step p. Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below to remove the fabric from the machine. Remove the bobbin case. a Turn off the sewing machine. Continue with step j. APPENDIX Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed If ...
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Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in "Cleaning the race" (page 82). 90 CAUTION ● Never use bent needles. Attach the needle plate cover according to q steps h and i in injuries. • Align the S and z marks. Memo ● Since the needle may have been ...is in "Checking machine operations" to "Checking the needle" (page 30) and "Replacing the needle" (page 30). CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the machine is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. a S mark b z ...
Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in "Cleaning the race" (page 82). 90 CAUTION ● Never use bent needles. Attach the needle plate cover according to q steps h and i in injuries. • Align the S and z marks. Memo ● Since the needle may have been ...is in "Checking machine operations" to "Checking the needle" (page 30) and "Replacing the needle" (page 30). CAUTION ● Never use a bobbin case that the machine is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may break. a S mark b z ...
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...page 23 Stitches are lowered. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric. clean the plate and the race. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 55, 65 The stitch is scratched. page 29 The fabric does not feed. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized... properly. page 29 page 30 Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race. Remove the needle plate cover and clean the plate and the race. The bobbin case is too fine. page 15 The feed dogs are skipped. page 38 You have not used the right combination...
...page 23 Stitches are lowered. Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric. clean the plate and the race. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. page 55, 65 The stitch is scratched. page 29 The fabric does not feed. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized... properly. page 29 page 30 Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race. Remove the needle plate cover and clean the plate and the race. The bobbin case is too fine. page 15 The feed dogs are skipped. page 38 You have not used the right combination...
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APPENDIX i INDEX Numerics , 3-point zigzag stitch 45 59 A accessories 6 appliqués 61 B bar tack 66 basic stitching 47 blind hem stitching 48 bobbin 20 bobbin case 21 bobbin , cover 9 20, 21 bobbin winder 8, 15, 18, 92, 93, 97 button sewing 55 , buttonhole foot 52 66 buttonhole , lever 9 53, 67 buttonhole sewing 51 C crazy quilt stitching 62...
APPENDIX i INDEX Numerics , 3-point zigzag stitch 45 59 A accessories 6 appliqués 61 B bar tack 66 basic stitching 47 blind hem stitching 48 bobbin 20 bobbin case 21 bobbin , cover 9 20, 21 bobbin winder 8, 15, 18, 92, 93, 97 button sewing 55 , buttonhole foot 52 66 buttonhole , lever 9 53, 67 buttonhole sewing 51 C crazy quilt stitching 62...
Users Manual - English
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... sewing machine needle and sewing on the machine. (XE8992-001) (XE8878-001) 2 The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with your machine. ABOUT BOBBIN WORK You can create designs, which gives a three-dimensional appearance to the surface of the ...fabric. Use the bobbin cover with the same shape as the bobbin cover included with built-in decorative stitches) Free-motion sewing INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 1. 2. 3. 4. Bobbin work is sewn using the special bobbin case (gray) and bobbin cover with tabs included with tabs (*See Note.) Screwdriver...
... sewing machine needle and sewing on the machine. (XE8992-001) (XE8878-001) 2 The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with your machine. ABOUT BOBBIN WORK You can create designs, which gives a three-dimensional appearance to the surface of the ...fabric. Use the bobbin cover with the same shape as the bobbin cover included with built-in decorative stitches) Free-motion sewing INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 1. 2. 3. 4. Bobbin work is sewn using the special bobbin case (gray) and bobbin cover with tabs included with tabs (*See Note.) Screwdriver...
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...region where this kit was purchased. a Needle plate cover b Bobbin cover with your machine. CAUTION • When creating bobbin work, use the bobbin cover with tabs. q Install the flat bed attachment. p Install the needle plate cover and bobbin cover with tabs, otherwise the thread may become tangled ... and lower threading. 7 Use the bobbin cover with the same shape as the bobbin cover included with a new one, be sure to pinch the thread. The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with tabs Note • Two bobbin covers may break. Note • When ...
...region where this kit was purchased. a Needle plate cover b Bobbin cover with your machine. CAUTION • When creating bobbin work, use the bobbin cover with tabs. q Install the flat bed attachment. p Install the needle plate cover and bobbin cover with tabs, otherwise the thread may become tangled ... and lower threading. 7 Use the bobbin cover with the same shape as the bobbin cover included with a new one, be sure to pinch the thread. The bobbin cover with a shape different than that included with tabs Note • Two bobbin covers may break. Note • When ...