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... it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is required around the machine needle. 11. Never drop or insert any object into water. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This sewing machine is being used by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 17. Replace the... bulb with any adjustments in the needle area, such as a toy. DANGER - Close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is...
... it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is required around the machine needle. 11. Never drop or insert any object into water. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This sewing machine is being used by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 17. Replace the... bulb with any adjustments in the needle area, such as a toy. DANGER - Close attention is necessary when the machine is used or where oxygen is...
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... Stretch Stitching ...30 Decorative Stitching ...30 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 30 Making a Buttonhole (4-Step Buttonhole) ...31 Adjusting Buttonholes ...33 Sewing Buttons ...33 Zipper Insertion ...34 Gathering ...35 Darning...35 Appliqués ...36 Monogramming and Embroidering ...36 MAINTENANCE ...38 Changing the Light Bulb ...38 Oiling ...38 Cleaning ...39 Performance Checklist ...40 Repacking the Machine ...42...
... Stretch Stitching ...30 Decorative Stitching ...30 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 30 Making a Buttonhole (4-Step Buttonhole) ...31 Adjusting Buttonholes ...33 Sewing Buttons ...33 Zipper Insertion ...34 Gathering ...35 Darning...35 Appliqués ...36 Monogramming and Embroidering ...36 MAINTENANCE ...38 Changing the Light Bulb ...38 Oiling ...38 Cleaning ...39 Performance Checklist ...40 Repacking the Machine ...42...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 Bobbin-winding assembly (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin, which you use this to stitch in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to raise and lower the needle. H Presser foot lever (page 8) This raises and lowers the presser foot....the tension of the upper thread. 7 Stitch width dial (page 14) This controls the stitch width. 8 Pattern selection dial (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light on certain models. 4 D Handle E Balance wheel Turn toward you want. 9 Stitch length dial (page 13) This controls ...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 Bobbin-winding assembly (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin, which you use this to stitch in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to raise and lower the needle. H Presser foot lever (page 8) This raises and lowers the presser foot....the tension of the upper thread. 7 Stitch width dial (page 14) This controls the stitch width. 8 Pattern selection dial (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light on certain models. 4 D Handle E Balance wheel Turn toward you want. 9 Stitch length dial (page 13) This controls ...
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... or electric shock. ● Do not allow the power cord to them. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Using other power sources may ... electric shock, or damage to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Pulling on the cord. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time, otherwise a fire may result. Fire or electric shock may damage...
... or electric shock. ● Do not allow the power cord to them. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Using other power sources may ... electric shock, or damage to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Pulling on the cord. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time, otherwise a fire may result. Fire or electric shock may damage...
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... make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is intended to install the proper outlet. Foot Controller When you may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. . Remove the power supply plug from the socket outlet. ● When...
... make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is intended to install the proper outlet. Foot Controller When you may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. . Remove the power supply plug from the socket outlet. ● When...
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... you may be damaged. Release the foot by turning 1 the balance wheel toward the 5 back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by raising the lever at the 2 back of the needle toward... loose, the needle may break or the machine may cause an accident or injury. Replace the needle if it by 4 loosening the needle clamp with a screwdriver and pulling the needle down. 1 Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be straight 1 and sharp for the stitch pattern you have chosen.
... you may be damaged. Release the foot by turning 1 the balance wheel toward the 5 back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by raising the lever at the 2 back of the needle toward... loose, the needle may break or the machine may cause an accident or injury. Replace the needle if it by 4 loosening the needle clamp with a screwdriver and pulling the needle down. 1 Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be straight 1 and sharp for the stitch pattern you have chosen.
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...SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. To select the first stitch when the last one is displayed or to the last one is displayed, turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch... is not continuous, it cannot be turned directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to select the last stitch when the first one . Stitch widths and lengths are shown on the following page...
...SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. To select the first stitch when the last one is displayed or to the last one is displayed, turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch... is not continuous, it cannot be turned directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to select the last stitch when the first one . Stitch widths and lengths are shown on the following page...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ 17 Stitches Pattern 1 Stitch Name 1-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width [mm (inch)] 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 3 ZIGZAG STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) 4 BLIND HEM STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 5 SHELL TUCK STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 6 ELASTIC STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 7 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 8 SCALLOP STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 9 DOUBLE ACTION STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 10 TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 11 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 12...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ 17 Stitches Pattern 1 Stitch Name 1-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width [mm (inch)] 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 3 ZIGZAG STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) 4 BLIND HEM STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 5 SHELL TUCK STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 6 ELASTIC STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 7 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 8 SCALLOP STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 9 DOUBLE ACTION STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 10 TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 11 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 12...
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...lower the feed dogs according to adjust the stitch width. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will not be fed. 1 Stitch width dial Note ● When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitches are selected, the needle position can be ...sew forward. Note ● The dial cannot be lowered so that is being done. The numbers marked on buttons, the feed dogs should be turned past SS -". KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE If different types of the allowable range. . When monogramming, embroidering, darning or sewing on the dial represent the stitch...
...lower the feed dogs according to adjust the stitch width. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will not be fed. 1 Stitch width dial Note ● When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitches are selected, the needle position can be ...sew forward. Note ● The dial cannot be lowered so that is being done. The numbers marked on buttons, the feed dogs should be turned past SS -". KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE If different types of the allowable range. . When monogramming, embroidering, darning or sewing on the dial represent the stitch...
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... If the spool of the bobbin. After the machine stops, cut the thread, slide 6 the shaft to the Note ● The machine stops automatically when the bobbin is normal to the machine. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of ...on 2 the bobbin from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Using of thread on the spool pin and 1 ...
... If the spool of the bobbin. After the machine stops, cut the thread, slide 6 the shaft to the Note ● The machine stops automatically when the bobbin is normal to the machine. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of ...on 2 the bobbin from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Using of thread on the spool pin and 1 ...
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...the latch toward you follow the instructions carefully. Raise the needle to work, you turn the power off while threading the machine. CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin and.... 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Lower Threading CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause ...
...the latch toward you follow the instructions carefully. Raise the needle to work, you turn the power off while threading the machine. CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may tangle around the bobbin and.... 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Lower Threading CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause ...
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... it between the 4 tension discs. Raise the presser foot lever and turn the balance 1 wheel toward you thread the machine properly, otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you and into the eyelet. 1 1 1 Thread take-up lever...
... it between the 4 tension discs. Raise the presser foot lever and turn the balance 1 wheel toward you thread the machine properly, otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you and into the eyelet. 1 1 1 Thread take-up lever...
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... inserting the bobbin without pulling up the lower thread" if you ). Pull out about 5 cm (2") of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through the needle. 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread Quick Thread-Setting... System FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Start sewing as explained in "Drawing up the lower thread. Set the main power switch to page 21.) Hold the end of the...
... inserting the bobbin without pulling up the lower thread" if you ). Pull out about 5 cm (2") of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through the needle. 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread Quick Thread-Setting... System FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Start sewing as explained in "Drawing up the lower thread. Set the main power switch to page 21.) Hold the end of the...
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... passes through thread guide 2 Left needle thread passes in the same way that are equipped with thin thread on the surface of your stitches. Locks appear on the surface of the thread will appear on thin fabrics, the thread tension cannot be adjusted according to a lower... at the factory for threading a single needle. Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to thread the twin needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. Threading the Right Needle 1 Follow the same instructions for general use the...
... passes through thread guide 2 Left needle thread passes in the same way that are equipped with thin thread on the surface of your stitches. Locks appear on the surface of the thread will appear on thin fabrics, the thread tension cannot be adjusted according to a lower... at the factory for threading a single needle. Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to thread the twin needle. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. Threading the Right Needle 1 Follow the same instructions for general use the...
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... upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Mediumweight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Georgette Challis, Satin... needle and thread size from the above chart. ● Use the same size thread for example, 75/11) may skip stitches. 24 CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table.
... upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS Fabric Type Mediumweight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Georgette Challis, Satin... needle and thread size from the above chart. ● Use the same size thread for example, 75/11) may skip stitches. 24 CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table.
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... the presser foot toward the back of the zigzag stitches. 1 1 Thread cutter 26 ■ SATIN STITCH Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the " " range produces a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch). To prepare the machine for top-stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics. Cut both threads with the thread cutter...3 left -hand side. Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in 3 the new direction. ■ Finishing Sewing Stitch to the end of the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its highest position. ...
... the presser foot toward the back of the zigzag stitches. 1 1 Thread cutter 26 ■ SATIN STITCH Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the " " range produces a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch). To prepare the machine for top-stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics. Cut both threads with the thread cutter...3 left -hand side. Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch, set the stitch length in 3 the new direction. ■ Finishing Sewing Stitch to the end of the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its highest position. ...
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... front of and 2 behind the presser foot. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Elastic Stitch -2.5 3-5 (1/64-3/32) (1/8-3/16) You can use the Elastic Stitch for decorative edging. Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Stitch. ■ Mending Set the stitch length dial between " " and 1 "2.5". ■ Joining Fabric You...
... front of and 2 behind the presser foot. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Elastic Stitch -2.5 3-5 (1/64-3/32) (1/8-3/16) You can use the Elastic Stitch for decorative edging. Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Stitch. ■ Mending Set the stitch length dial between " " and 1 "2.5". ■ Joining Fabric You...
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...-1/16) (1/8-3/16) Foot Automatic Buttonhole) Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch Fixed 2.5 3-5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) This stitch can also be used for decorative stitching. 1 Starting mark on the fabric 2 Marks on the fabric. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling. Making a buttonhole is...
...-1/16) (1/8-3/16) Foot Automatic Buttonhole) Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch Fixed 2.5 3-5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) This stitch can also be used for decorative stitching. 1 Starting mark on the fabric 2 Marks on the fabric. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling. Making a buttonhole is...
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... the buttonhole, do not put pins across both ends of the buttonhole to cut . Stop the machine when the needle is at the right side of the stitch, and then raise the needle from the machine. Sew 5 to 6 stitches. 3. Sew the predetermined length of the tailor's chalk line. 3. Step 3 (Back bar tack) c a/c c a... selection dial to "d". 2. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch, and then raise the needle. Sew the right side until the needle reaches the stitches sewn in the path of the ripper. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to the end of the ...
... the buttonhole, do not put pins across both ends of the buttonhole to cut . Stop the machine when the needle is at the right side of the stitch, and then raise the needle from the machine. Sew 5 to 6 stitches. 3. Sew the predetermined length of the tailor's chalk line. 3. Step 3 (Back bar tack) c a/c c a... selection dial to "d". 2. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch, and then raise the needle. Sew the right side until the needle reaches the stitches sewn in the path of the ripper. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to the end of the ...
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...the right or left side of the zipper 3 Left pin for sewing the left side of the zipper foot. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 5 Zipper Insertion Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch 2-3 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (center needle position) (3/32) Foot ...Zipper Foot You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position the zipper to the Straight 1 Stitch (center needle position (2.5 mm (3/32")). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a button between the foot and the fabric 4 and make sure...
...the right or left side of the zipper 3 Left pin for sewing the left side of the zipper foot. At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitches. 5 Zipper Insertion Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Straight Stitch 2-3 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (center needle position) (3/32) Foot ...Zipper Foot You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position the zipper to the Straight 1 Stitch (center needle position (2.5 mm (3/32")). KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a button between the foot and the fabric 4 and make sure...