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... position ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep ...11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses ...... foot holder ...26 2. SEWING BASICS 27 SEWING ...27 General sewing procedure ...27 Selecting a stitch ...28 Starting to sew ...29 Adjusting thread tension ...31 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...32 Trial sewing ...32 Changing the sewing direction ...32 Sewing curves ...32 Sewing thick fabrics ...32 Sewing...
... position ...10 Changing the initial needle position ...11 Cancelling the operation beep ...11 THREADING THE MACHINE 12 Winding the bobbin ...12 Lower threading ...15 Upper threading ...17 Drawing up the lower thread ...20 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 21 Needle precautions ...21 Needle types and their uses ...... foot holder ...26 2. SEWING BASICS 27 SEWING ...27 General sewing procedure ...27 Selecting a stitch ...28 Starting to sew ...29 Adjusting thread tension ...31 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...32 Trial sewing ...32 Changing the sewing direction ...32 Sewing curves ...32 Sewing thick fabrics ...32 Sewing...
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.... j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. f Thread take-up lever (page 18) g Thread cutter (page 30) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to raise and lower the presser foot. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main ... plug. p Presser foot lever (page 17) Used to cut them. c Hole for extra spool pin (page 24) This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 34) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. m Jack/socket...
.... j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. f Thread take-up lever (page 18) g Thread cutter (page 30) Pass the threads through the thread cutter to raise and lower the presser foot. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main ... plug. p Presser foot lever (page 17) Used to cut them. c Hole for extra spool pin (page 24) This holds a second spool of thread for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 34) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. m Jack/socket...
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... to "Starting to raise or lower the needle. d Needle position button (for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to sew in the fabric. When sewing is stopped,...set bobbin (for the selected stitching. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. For details, refer to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on some models c Start/stop button (for models ...
... to "Starting to raise or lower the needle. d Needle position button (for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to sew in the fabric. When sewing is stopped,...set bobbin (for the selected stitching. a Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. For details, refer to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 30). ■ Buttons provided on some models c Start/stop button (for models ...
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...code: SA156, SFB). Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ●... slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will...
...code: SA156, SFB). Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB) that comes with this machine or bobbins of the bobbin. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the spool pin. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ●... slide the bobbin winder shaft to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in as far as possible, and a then put a spool of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will...
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...sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft k to loosen, and may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 ...will make a clicking sound; Slide the sewing speed controller back to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to its l original position (for models equipped...
...sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft k to loosen, and may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 13 ...will make a clicking sound; Slide the sewing speed controller back to fast) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Trim the excess thread above the bobbin. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right h (to set the speed to its l original position (for models equipped...
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...(start/stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Note ● If the sewing machine is cut the thread as described. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to fast) (for models equipped with the start . CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin...the bobbin winder seat. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ For models equipped...
...(start/stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Note ● If the sewing machine is cut the thread as described. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to fast) (for models equipped with the start . CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin...the bobbin winder seat. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ For models equipped...
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... the bobbin d down with this is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB). If you accidentally step on quick... (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • If the thread is not a 1 malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you ...
... the bobbin d down with this is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Hold the end of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB). If you accidentally step on quick... (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • If the thread is not a 1 malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to sew, you ...
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...place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter 16 Replace... that were designed to its highest position by marks around the bobbin case. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 20). CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with this machine. b 1 2 a Cover...
...place (see arrow a), and then press lightly on the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. • If the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you set bobbin Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter 16 Replace... that were designed to its highest position by marks around the bobbin case. Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 20). CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with this machine. b 1 2 a Cover...
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...the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to raise the needle. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the needle. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For ...details on the needle threader, see page 18. 1 a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you...
...the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to raise the needle. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the needle. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For ...details on the needle threader, see page 18. 1 a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you...
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... sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. b While lowering the needle threader lever, c hook the thread onto the guide. Feed the upper thread as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide. Check the table on the previous page. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE...
... sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. b While lowering the needle threader lever, c hook the thread onto the guide. Feed the upper thread as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide. Check the table on the previous page. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE...
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d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 1 X The end of the needle. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through the eye of the needle threader rotates toward you may cause sewing problems. 19 a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the needle. Fully lower the needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below.
d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 1 X The end of the needle. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through the eye of the needle threader rotates toward you may cause sewing problems. 19 a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the needle. Fully lower the needle threader lever. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below.
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... by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower thread as described in . a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up... pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in b steps 1 to draw up the lower c thread. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot.
... by turning the handwheel toward the back of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower thread as described in . a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up... pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in b steps 1 to draw up the lower c thread. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the machine under the presser foot.
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... needles. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for knits Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Size 60-90 50 60-90 50 30 50 50-60 50-60 50-90...Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Thread for the fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Be sure to the following precautions concerning...
... needles. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for knits Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Size 60-90 50 60-90 50 30 50 50-60 50-60 50-90...Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Thread for the fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Be sure to the following precautions concerning...
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Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is being operated. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that has been determined to be sure to turn ... surface is bent. Do not use a bent needle. In addition, the stitching may be skipped stitches. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . Checking the needle Sewing with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice...
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is being operated. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that has been determined to be sure to turn ... surface is bent. Do not use a bent needle. In addition, the stitching may be skipped stitches. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . Checking the needle Sewing with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice...
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...sew with bent needles. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ■ Twin needle threading Attach the twin needle. The path for threading the machine to thread the twin needle. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). CAUTION ● Use only twin needles ... ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be sure to the thread take -up lever is lowered, the needle may bend or break. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 35)....
...sew with bent needles. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ■ Twin needle threading Attach the twin needle. The path for threading the machine to thread the twin needle. You can sew with this machine (part code: 131096-121). CAUTION ● Use only twin needles ... ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be sure to the thread take -up lever is lowered, the needle may bend or break. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to "STITCH SETTINGS" (page 35)....
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... place with the lower- Use the screwdriver to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 25). a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. Use the screwdriver to check that the g presser foot is securely attached. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw Note...
... place with the lower- Use the screwdriver to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 25). a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. Use the screwdriver to check that the g presser foot is securely attached. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw Note...
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... may break. ● Never use bent needles. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. 2 CAUTION ● While the machine is finished, cut the threads.
... may break. ● Never use bent needles. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. 2 CAUTION ● While the machine is finished, cut the threads.
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b a Presser foot lever Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass c the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the mark on selecting character stitches, refer to the starting point of the machine. a 5 cm (2 ...inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your right hand to lower the needle to "Selecting characters" (page 64). CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, ...
b a Presser foot lever Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass c the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the mark on selecting character stitches, refer to the starting point of the machine. a 5 cm (2 ...inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your right hand to lower the needle to "Selecting characters" (page 64). CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, ...
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... stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that the mark on the foot controller. Raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) a Thread cutter Memo ● When the foot controller is plugged in the fabric). The machine can be used to 5 stitches on top of the machine, k and...
... stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that the mark on the foot controller. Raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) a Thread cutter Memo ● When the foot controller is plugged in the fabric). The machine can be used to 5 stitches on top of the machine, k and...
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... remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread. You may be too loose. For details, refer to adjust it when you start to a lower number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper... thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to page 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric. ■...
... remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you change fabric or thread. You may be too loose. For details, refer to adjust it when you start to a lower number. 54 3 Note ● If the upper... thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may need to page 15, 16. 2 a Wrong side 2 b Surface c Upper thread d Lower thread 3 4 ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric. ■...