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...before you change the light bulb. Return the machine to be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. Do not use bent needles. 13. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. This sewing machine is intended for its intended use as threading the... needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using this manual. 3. ...
...before you change the light bulb. Return the machine to be used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. Do not use bent needles. 13. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. This sewing machine is intended for its intended use as threading the... needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot. 15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using this manual. 3. ...
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...AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 2 CONTENTS ...3 PRINCIPAL PARTS ...4 ACCESSORIES ...5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting Plugs ...6 Main Power/Sewing Light Switch ...7 Foot Controller ...7 Inserting the Needle ...7 Checking the Needle ...8 Changing the Presser Foot ...8 Converting to Free-arm Style ...9 Steadying the Machine ...9 THE CONTROLS ...Dial ...13 Stretch Stitching ...13 Stitch Width Dial ...14 Reverse Sewing Lever ...14 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the Bobbin ...15 Lower Threading ...16 Upper Threading ...
...AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 2 CONTENTS ...3 PRINCIPAL PARTS ...4 ACCESSORIES ...5 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 Connecting Plugs ...6 Main Power/Sewing Light Switch ...7 Foot Controller ...7 Inserting the Needle ...7 Checking the Needle ...8 Changing the Presser Foot ...8 Converting to Free-arm Style ...9 Steadying the Machine ...9 THE CONTROLS ...Dial ...13 Stretch Stitching ...13 Stitch Width Dial ...14 Reverse Sewing Lever ...14 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding the Bobbin ...15 Lower Threading ...16 Upper Threading ...
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... 26) 6 Upper tension-control dial (page 22) This controls the tension of the stitches. 0 Reverse-sewing lever (page 14) You can turn this in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply. G Foot controller receptacle (page 6) Plug in either direction to choose the stitch ...Turn toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. H Presser foot lever (page 8) This raises and lowers the presser foot. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 Bobbin-winding assembly (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin, which you use this to control the...
... 26) 6 Upper tension-control dial (page 22) This controls the tension of the stitches. 0 Reverse-sewing lever (page 14) You can turn this in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply. G Foot controller receptacle (page 6) Plug in either direction to choose the stitch ...Turn toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. H Presser foot lever (page 8) This raises and lowers the presser foot. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 Bobbin-winding assembly (page 15) This winds the thread onto the bobbin, which you use this to control the...
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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. Connecting Plugs Connect the power cord plug to the machine. 1 Connect the power supply plug to heat. Fire or electric shock may result. ●... before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to the machine. ● Turn off the main power first. Pulling on the cord. These things may result in the following circumstances: ...
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. Connecting Plugs Connect the power cord plug to the machine. 1 Connect the power supply plug to heat. Fire or electric shock may result. ●... before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to the machine. ● Turn off the main power first. Pulling on the cord. These things may result in the following circumstances: ...
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... and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. . Foot Controller When you change the needle. Main Power/Sewing Light Switch This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off. 1 Turn on (toward the "I" mark) 2 Turn off the foot controller, the machine will increase. Remove the power...
... and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. . Foot Controller When you change the needle. Main Power/Sewing Light Switch This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off. 1 Turn on (toward the "I" mark) 2 Turn off the foot controller, the machine will increase. Remove the power...
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...have to change the presser foot. You will start and you may be damaged. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by turning 1 the balance wheel toward the 5 back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw ... needle stopper. Replace the needle if it by raising the lever at the 2 back of the sewing machine may cause an accident or injury. With the flat side of the needle on what you want to sew and how. ■ Snap-On Type Raise the needle to its highest position. 2 Lower the...
...have to change the presser foot. You will start and you may be damaged. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by turning 1 the balance wheel toward the 5 back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw ... needle stopper. Replace the needle if it by raising the lever at the 2 back of the sewing machine may cause an accident or injury. With the flat side of the needle on what you want to sew and how. ■ Snap-On Type Raise the needle to its highest position. 2 Lower the...
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... 20 21 ■ 17 Stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ■ 15 Stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch is not continuous...
... 20 21 ■ 17 Stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ■ 15 Stitches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch is not continuous...
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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 ...
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 ...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE If different types of the allowable range. . Note ● The dial cannot be lowered so that is equipped with a drop feed lever) Use the drop feed lever to raise or lower the feed dogs according to the job that the garment will then sew forward. THE HIGHER ...THE NUMBER, THE WIDER THE STITCH. 1 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is being done. Stitch Width Dial Depending on the stitch selected, you lightly push the foot controller...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE If different types of the allowable range. . Note ● The dial cannot be lowered so that is equipped with a drop feed lever) Use the drop feed lever to raise or lower the feed dogs according to the job that the garment will then sew forward. THE HIGHER ...THE NUMBER, THE WIDER THE STITCH. 1 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is being done. Stitch Width Dial Depending on the stitch selected, you lightly push the foot controller...
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...9679; Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the balance wheel. 15 Turn the bobbin clockwise, by pressing the foot controller. 1 2 1 ...the bobbin-winding tension disc. If bobbins from the inside of the thread, gently 4 press the foot controller to the machine. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16") Put the spool of the thread through the hole on the spool pin and ...
...9679; Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the balance wheel. 15 Turn the bobbin clockwise, by pressing the foot controller. 1 2 1 ...the bobbin-winding tension disc. If bobbins from the inside of the thread, gently 4 press the foot controller to the machine. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16") Put the spool of the thread through the hole on the spool pin and ...
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...9679; Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to work, you accidentally step on the front of the machine and pull the bobbin case out of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If you could... needle to its highest position by pulling the latch toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, ... evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine.
...9679; Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to work, you accidentally step on the front of the machine and pull the bobbin case out of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). If you could... needle to its highest position by pulling the latch toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, ... evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine.
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take -up lever and around to the left. Raise ... eyelet. 1 1 1 Thread take-up lever 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide 3 Tension discs 4 Thread take-up lever While holding the thread, pull it toward you thread the machine properly, otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle. Pass the thread through the slit by pulling it between the 4 tension discs. Set the...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take -up lever and around to the left. Raise ... eyelet. 1 1 1 Thread take-up lever 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide 3 Tension discs 4 Thread take-up lever While holding the thread, pull it toward you thread the machine properly, otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle. Pass the thread through the slit by pulling it between the 4 tension discs. Set the...
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... pull the 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. Check the table on the cutter to "O". If you are using these types of threads or needles, thread... 1 1 Shuttle cover 2 Slit Slide the thread down to page 21.) KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding the thread, turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through...
... pull the 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. Check the table on the cutter to "O". If you are using these types of threads or needles, thread... 1 1 Shuttle cover 2 Slit Slide the thread down to page 21.) KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding the thread, turn the 5 needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through...
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...thread passes in the bobbin by hand, from the spool on your stitches. You may damage the machine. When sewing with a small screwdriver in the same way that you pass it when you sew a scrap piece of the fabric. Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to a lower number... tension is needed. Locks appear on the surface of fabric to the procedure described below . If the result is too loose. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. Threading the Left Needle 2 Thread the left needle. 2 1 3 ■...
...thread passes in the bobbin by hand, from the spool on your stitches. You may damage the machine. When sewing with a small screwdriver in the same way that you pass it when you sew a scrap piece of the fabric. Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to a lower number... tension is needed. Locks appear on the surface of fabric to the procedure described below . If the result is too loose. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. Threading the Left Needle 2 Thread the left needle. 2 1 3 ■...
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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 Denim ...) threads. ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. Also, the seam may be uneven, the fabric may pucker, or the machine may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table.
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 Denim ...) threads. ● For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. Also, the seam may be uneven, the fabric may pucker, or the machine may bend or break the needle. CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table.
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... to the end of the seam and stop. 1 Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch 2 backwards for 1 cm (3/8") from the Machine Stop the machine. 1 Raise the needle to its highest position and make sure that you sew using the needle as a turning point for the fabric. Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag... fabrics. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the 3 left -hand side. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its highest position. We recommend that the thread take-up lever is also at its 2 new ...
... to the end of the seam and stop. 1 Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch 2 backwards for 1 cm (3/8") from the Machine Stop the machine. 1 Raise the needle to its highest position and make sure that you sew using the needle as a turning point for the fabric. Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag... fabrics. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the 3 left -hand side. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its highest position. We recommend that the thread take-up lever is also at its 2 new ...
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...Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Scallop Stitch -1.5 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) This machine automatically produces a Scallop Stitch for mending, sewing elastic or joining fabric. If desired, trim around the scallop with 3 scissors to cut the thread. 28 Following the...the area 2 you keep the two fabric edges close together. Each is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. Put the edge of the two pieces of the 2 material. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] ...
...Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Scallop Stitch -1.5 3-5 (1/64-1/16) (1/8-3/16) This machine automatically produces a Scallop Stitch for mending, sewing elastic or joining fabric. If desired, trim around the scallop with 3 scissors to cut the thread. 28 Following the...the area 2 you keep the two fabric edges close together. Each is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. Put the edge of the two pieces of the 2 material. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic Stitching Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] ...
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...Making a Buttonhole Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the fabric. You need to " ". Set the pattern selection dial to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics. Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] -1.5 3-5 Buttonhole ... Zigzag Stretch Stitch Fixed 2.5 3-5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) This stitch can also be used as a decorative top-stitch. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling. Lower 3 the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark ...
...Making a Buttonhole Using tailor's chalk, mark the position and 1 length of the fabric. You need to " ". Set the pattern selection dial to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics. Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] -1.5 3-5 Buttonhole ... Zigzag Stretch Stitch Fixed 2.5 3-5 (3/32) (1/8-3/16) This stitch can also be used as a decorative top-stitch. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling. Lower 3 the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark ...
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... presser foot. ■ Securing the Stitching and Cutting the Buttonhole To secure the stitching, turn the material 90 1 degrees counterclockwise and sew straight stitches to prevent the stitches from the material. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch, and then raise the needle from the... the needle is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may slip and cause injuries. 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to cut . Line 3 the bar tack mark under the center of the stitch, and then raise the needle. We 2 recommend that you put ...
... presser foot. ■ Securing the Stitching and Cutting the Buttonhole To secure the stitching, turn the material 90 1 degrees counterclockwise and sew straight stitches to prevent the stitches from the material. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch, and then raise the needle from the... the needle is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may slip and cause injuries. 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to cut . Line 3 the bar tack mark under the center of the stitch, and then raise the needle. We 2 recommend that you put ...
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...foot. Use the stitch width dial to make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a button between the foot and the fabric 4 and make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start...position (2.5 mm (3/32")). If it hits, see step 1. Fold the edge of the zipper foot. 1 2 Remove the material from the machine. You may be injured. 34 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)...
...foot. Use the stitch width dial to make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put a button between the foot and the fabric 4 and make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start...position (2.5 mm (3/32")). If it hits, see step 1. Fold the edge of the zipper foot. 1 2 Remove the material from the machine. You may be injured. 34 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)...