Owner's Manual
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Parts of your hobby™ 1132/1122 sewing machine 1 Bobbin winder stop 2 Bobbin winder spindle 3 Hole for extra spool pin 4 Spool pin 5 Carrying handle 6 Bobbin thread guide 7 Take-up lever 8 Foot pressure dial (only at 1132) 9 Face plate 10 Thread cutter 11 Slide for lowering the feed dog 12 Needle plate 13 Accessory tray 14 Throat plate 15 Throat plate release button 16 Thumbscrew 17 Needle screw 18 Presser foot lifter 19 Thread tension dial 20 Reverse stitch lever 21 Power switch 22 Connecting socket 23 Stitch length dial 24 Stitch selector dial 25 Handwheel 26 Stitch width dial (only ...
Parts of your hobby™ 1132/1122 sewing machine 1 Bobbin winder stop 2 Bobbin winder spindle 3 Hole for extra spool pin 4 Spool pin 5 Carrying handle 6 Bobbin thread guide 7 Take-up lever 8 Foot pressure dial (only at 1132) 9 Face plate 10 Thread cutter 11 Slide for lowering the feed dog 12 Needle plate 13 Accessory tray 14 Throat plate 15 Throat plate release button 16 Thumbscrew 17 Needle screw 18 Presser foot lifter 19 Thread tension dial 20 Reverse stitch lever 21 Power switch 22 Connecting socket 23 Stitch length dial 24 Stitch selector dial 25 Handwheel 26 Stitch width dial (only ...
Owner's Manual
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... threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it to break. • Wear safety glasses. • Switch the sewing machine off ("0") position, then remove plug from the electric outlet immediately after using this sewing machine...
... threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it to break. • Wear safety glasses. • Switch the sewing machine off ("0") position, then remove plug from the electric outlet immediately after using this sewing machine...
Owner's Manual
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...VI 1. Operate your hobby 1132/ 1122 Carrying handle, carrying case 1:2 Connecting the foot control 1:2 Foot preassure dial 1:3 Dropping the feed dog 1:3 Presser foot lifter 1:4 Changing the presser foot 1:4 Removing and attaching the foot holder 1:5 Changing the needle 1:5 Bobbin winding 1:6 Inserting the bobbin 1:8 Threading the machine 1:9 Threading for twin needle 1:10 Bringing up the bobbin thread 1:11 Stitch selection 1:12 Stitch length dial 1:12 Adjusting stretch stitch balance 1:13 Stitch width dial 1:13 Variable needle position 1:14 Reverse sewing...
...VI 1. Operate your hobby 1132/ 1122 Carrying handle, carrying case 1:2 Connecting the foot control 1:2 Foot preassure dial 1:3 Dropping the feed dog 1:3 Presser foot lifter 1:4 Changing the presser foot 1:4 Removing and attaching the foot holder 1:5 Changing the needle 1:5 Bobbin winding 1:6 Inserting the bobbin 1:8 Threading the machine 1:9 Threading for twin needle 1:10 Bringing up the bobbin thread 1:11 Stitch selection 1:12 Stitch length dial 1:12 Adjusting stretch stitch balance 1:13 Stitch width dial 1:13 Variable needle position 1:14 Reverse sewing...
Owner's Manual
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... Stitch table hobby 1132 Stitch table hobby 1122 1132/1122 A Buttonhole B Straight stitch, needle position middle C Straight stitch, needle position left D Zigzag stitch E Triple zigzag stitch F Elastic blindhem stitch G Blindhem stitch H Shell-edging stitch J Greek stitch K Decorative elastic stitch 1132 B C D E Stretch triple straight stitch, needle position middle Stretch triple straight stitch, needle position left Stretch triple zigzag stitch Honeycomb stitch F Edge stitch wide G Edge stitch narrow H Open overlock stitch J Closed overlock stitch...
... Stitch table hobby 1132 Stitch table hobby 1122 1132/1122 A Buttonhole B Straight stitch, needle position middle C Straight stitch, needle position left D Zigzag stitch E Triple zigzag stitch F Elastic blindhem stitch G Blindhem stitch H Shell-edging stitch J Greek stitch K Decorative elastic stitch 1132 B C D E Stretch triple straight stitch, needle position middle Stretch triple straight stitch, needle position left Stretch triple zigzag stitch Honeycomb stitch F Edge stitch wide G Edge stitch narrow H Open overlock stitch J Closed overlock stitch...
Owner's Manual
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... handwheel toward you. Operate your hobby 1132/1122 1:3 Foot pressure dial (only at 1132) C Turn the foot pressure dial to "II" for appliqué, cutwork, drawn work , e.g. To drop the feed dog, push the slide in the direction of the machine. D E Dropping the feed dog For certain sewing work and basting. The slide for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to adjust the foot pressure. The feed dog must be up for lowering the feed dog is located underneath the free-arm bed on the...
... handwheel toward you. Operate your hobby 1132/1122 1:3 Foot pressure dial (only at 1132) C Turn the foot pressure dial to "II" for appliqué, cutwork, drawn work , e.g. To drop the feed dog, push the slide in the direction of the machine. D E Dropping the feed dog For certain sewing work and basting. The slide for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to adjust the foot pressure. The feed dog must be up for lowering the feed dog is located underneath the free-arm bed on the...
Owner's Manual
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Press the large spool cap (A) Àrmly against the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown in the picture. B Pull the thread around the bobbin thread guide(C). C Setting the spool Place a spool of thread. 1:6 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 Bobbin winding Preparing the machine for bobbin winding Pull out the handwheel to disengage the clutch. A For a small spool, use the small spool cap (B).
Press the large spool cap (A) Àrmly against the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown in the picture. B Pull the thread around the bobbin thread guide(C). C Setting the spool Place a spool of thread. 1:6 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 Bobbin winding Preparing the machine for bobbin winding Pull out the handwheel to disengage the clutch. A For a small spool, use the small spool cap (B).
Owner's Manual
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... threading path is the same as they tend to back. Note: You cannot use the needle threader for other one on the extra spool pin. Cotton threads and cotton wrapped threads are not recommendable, as single needle threading. Note: When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle and turn the fabric. 1:10 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 C D E Threading the twin needle Turn off the main switch Insert the twin needle. Insert the extra spool pin into its hole...
... threading path is the same as they tend to back. Note: You cannot use the needle threader for other one on the extra spool pin. Cotton threads and cotton wrapped threads are not recommendable, as single needle threading. Note: When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle and turn the fabric. 1:10 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 C D E Threading the twin needle Turn off the main switch Insert the twin needle. Insert the extra spool pin into its hole...
Owner's Manual
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The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse sewing button is in the fabric, otherwise the needle may bend or break Reverse sewing Push the reverse stitch lever down to sew in reverse. 1:14 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 Variable needle position (only at 1132) The needle drop position of the straight stitches can be moved between the center (5) and left (0) with the stitch width dial. Note: Do not turn the stitch width dial while the needle is pressed.
The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse sewing button is in the fabric, otherwise the needle may bend or break Reverse sewing Push the reverse stitch lever down to sew in reverse. 1:14 Operate your hobby 1132/1122 Variable needle position (only at 1132) The needle drop position of the straight stitches can be moved between the center (5) and left (0) with the stitch width dial. Note: Do not turn the stitch width dial while the needle is pressed.
Owner's Manual
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... tension with the needle thread tension dial. Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial to 5. Balanced tension: The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between 2 and 3. Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a lower number. • If the needle thread tension is 4 to a higher number Setting the needle thread tension Set the required needle thread tension with a wide zigzag stitch. The normal setting for sewing is too low, the threads are interlaced above the top fabric. The threads must be perfectly tuned. For darning and buttonhole set...
... tension with the needle thread tension dial. Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial to 5. Balanced tension: The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between 2 and 3. Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a lower number. • If the needle thread tension is 4 to a higher number Setting the needle thread tension Set the required needle thread tension with a wide zigzag stitch. The normal setting for sewing is too low, the threads are interlaced above the top fabric. The threads must be perfectly tuned. For darning and buttonhole set...
Owner's Manual
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.... Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in reverse, then sew forward. Depress the foot control. To lock the beginning of the seam, Àrst sew a few stitches forward, then sew a few stitches in the new direction. Pivot the fabric around the needle to sew Raise the presser foot and place the fabric under the foot. Lower the needle into the fabric. Raise the presser foot. 2:2 Utility stitches and practical sewing Basic sewing Starting to change sewing direction as desired. Lower the presser foot and smooth the threads toward...
.... Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in reverse, then sew forward. Depress the foot control. To lock the beginning of the seam, Àrst sew a few stitches forward, then sew a few stitches in the new direction. Pivot the fabric around the needle to sew Raise the presser foot and place the fabric under the foot. Lower the needle into the fabric. Raise the presser foot. 2:2 Utility stitches and practical sewing Basic sewing Starting to change sewing direction as desired. Lower the presser foot and smooth the threads toward...
Owner's Manual
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stitch stitch Recommended stitch Stitch width in mm Stitch length in the instructions. These charts also provide you with further instructions that are necessary when sewing the selected stitches. Always use the "center" needle position if not otherwise speciÀed in mm Thread tension Recommended presser foot 2:6 Utility stitches and practical sewing Explanation of the needle thread tension and recomended presser foot. The choice of the sewing foot, the setting of the sewing chart The following charts show the recommended settings for each stitch or technique.
stitch stitch Recommended stitch Stitch width in mm Stitch length in the instructions. These charts also provide you with further instructions that are necessary when sewing the selected stitches. Always use the "center" needle position if not otherwise speciÀed in mm Thread tension Recommended presser foot 2:6 Utility stitches and practical sewing Explanation of the needle thread tension and recomended presser foot. The choice of the sewing foot, the setting of the sewing chart The following charts show the recommended settings for each stitch or technique.
Owner's Manual
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... or sewing in a zipper. Note: To ensure a consistent feed when beginning sewing at its highest position when adjusting the needle position. The stitch length can be increased up to make a topstitch farther from the fabric edge, simply guide the fabric along the guide marks on a piece of fabric of the same thickness as the workpiece. Utility stitches and practical sewing 2:7 stitch B/C 0/5 1.5-4 2-6 A Straight stitch Straight stitch B/C is at a thick seam, we recommend supporting the presser foot on the needle plate.
... or sewing in a zipper. Note: To ensure a consistent feed when beginning sewing at its highest position when adjusting the needle position. The stitch length can be increased up to make a topstitch farther from the fabric edge, simply guide the fabric along the guide marks on a piece of fabric of the same thickness as the workpiece. Utility stitches and practical sewing 2:7 stitch B/C 0/5 1.5-4 2-6 A Straight stitch Straight stitch B/C is at a thick seam, we recommend supporting the presser foot on the needle plate.
Owner's Manual
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... needs. Lower the presser foot and sew while guiding the fabric carefully. Note: Use a stabilizer for sewing all seams where great strength is needed, e.g. Place the fabric so that the needle is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip easily. Adjust the stitch length to overlock stitching, zigzag stitch D, is also suitable for overcasting, sewing on buttons etc. 2:8 Utility stitches and practical sewing stitch B/C 0/5 stretch 2-5 A stitch D 1-5 0.5-3 2-5 A Stretch triple straight stitch (only at 1132) This stitch is used...
... needs. Lower the presser foot and sew while guiding the fabric carefully. Note: Use a stabilizer for sewing all seams where great strength is needed, e.g. Place the fabric so that the needle is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip easily. Adjust the stitch length to overlock stitching, zigzag stitch D, is also suitable for overcasting, sewing on buttons etc. 2:8 Utility stitches and practical sewing stitch B/C 0/5 stretch 2-5 A stitch D 1-5 0.5-3 2-5 A Stretch triple straight stitch (only at 1132) This stitch is used...
Owner's Manual
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... the opening. Take care not to its highest position. Set the stitch selector dial at (A4/2). Set the stitch selector dial at a right stitch. 2:12 Utility stitches and practical sewing A C B stitch A1-A4 4-5 0.5-1 1-5 B/J D E F G A1 A4/2 A3 A4/2 Buttonholes Note: Make a test buttonhole on a sample duplicating the fabric, stabilizer and seams of the buttonhole on the fabric. Stop sewing at (A3). To open the buttonhole Insert a pin inside the bartack. Carefully cut the sewing thread. Sew 5 stitches (E). Use a stabilizer on stretch fabrics.
... the opening. Take care not to its highest position. Set the stitch selector dial at (A4/2). Set the stitch selector dial at a right stitch. 2:12 Utility stitches and practical sewing A C B stitch A1-A4 4-5 0.5-1 1-5 B/J D E F G A1 A4/2 A3 A4/2 Buttonholes Note: Make a test buttonhole on a sample duplicating the fabric, stabilizer and seams of the buttonhole on the fabric. Stop sewing at (A3). To open the buttonhole Insert a pin inside the bartack. Carefully cut the sewing thread. Sew 5 stitches (E). Use a stabilizer on stretch fabrics.
Owner's Manual
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... mark buttonhole length on stretch fabrics. Depress the foot control and sew forward until you reach the front marking of the buttonhole. Set the stitch selector dial at the starting point (A). Raise the needle to check the settings. Sew 5 stitches. Sew until you reach the back marking of the buttonhole (D). Insert a pin inside the bartack. 2:14 Utility stitches and practical sewing A stitch A1-A4 4-5 0.5-1 1-5 B B C D E A1 A4/2 A3 A4/2 Buttonhole (longer than 2.5 cm) Note: Make a test buttonhole...
... mark buttonhole length on stretch fabrics. Depress the foot control and sew forward until you reach the front marking of the buttonhole. Set the stitch selector dial at the starting point (A). Raise the needle to check the settings. Sew 5 stitches. Sew until you reach the back marking of the buttonhole (D). Insert a pin inside the bartack. 2:14 Utility stitches and practical sewing A stitch A1-A4 4-5 0.5-1 1-5 B B C D E A1 A4/2 A3 A4/2 Buttonhole (longer than 2.5 cm) Note: Make a test buttonhole...
Owner's Manual
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...-hole button, move the button to form a shank and tie them together. Sew about 10 stitches. Make sure to check if the needle enters into each hole in place. Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric. Pull the needle thread to pick bobbin thread up to match it with the slot of the fabric. A pin can sew on twoand four-hole buttons. Note: Raise the feed dog after sewing. Utility stitches and practical sewing 2:15 stitch D adjust 0 3-7 B Button sewing With zigzag stitch...
...-hole button, move the button to form a shank and tie them together. Sew about 10 stitches. Make sure to check if the needle enters into each hole in place. Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric. Pull the needle thread to pick bobbin thread up to match it with the slot of the fabric. A pin can sew on twoand four-hole buttons. Note: Raise the feed dog after sewing. Utility stitches and practical sewing 2:15 stitch D adjust 0 3-7 B Button sewing With zigzag stitch...
Owner's Manual
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... the bobbin holder (B) and remove it needs. A E B D C E Removal • Remove the presser foot and needle. • Remove the screw (A) on the needle plate with the brush. Wipe the bobbin holder with a soft, dry cloth. • Clean the feed dog and hook race with the screwdriver. Note: Make sure the knob (C) of the machine with a soft cloth and mild soap. Tighten the screw (A) Àrmly with a soft, dry cloth. Replacing • Insert the bobbin holder into the holes...
... the bobbin holder (B) and remove it needs. A E B D C E Removal • Remove the presser foot and needle. • Remove the screw (A) on the needle plate with the brush. Wipe the bobbin holder with a soft, dry cloth. • Clean the feed dog and hook race with the screwdriver. Note: Make sure the knob (C) of the machine with a soft cloth and mild soap. Tighten the screw (A) Àrmly with a soft, dry cloth. Replacing • Insert the bobbin holder into the holes...
Owner's Manual
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... bobbin thread breaks The bobbin thread is not threaded properly. A poor quality needle is not threaded properly. Page 1:8 Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. The threads were not pulled to the rear after sewing. Page 1:5 Page 1:5 Page 2:3 Page 1:5 The machine skips stitches The needle thread is used. The stitch length is loose. 3:4 Maintenance and trouble-shooting Trouble-shooting The needle thread breaks. The needle screw is too long for the fabric. The needle thread is too tight. The needle thread tension is not threaded...
... bobbin thread breaks The bobbin thread is not threaded properly. A poor quality needle is not threaded properly. Page 1:8 Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. The threads were not pulled to the rear after sewing. Page 1:5 Page 1:5 Page 2:3 Page 1:5 The machine skips stitches The needle thread is used. The stitch length is loose. 3:4 Maintenance and trouble-shooting Trouble-shooting The needle thread breaks. The needle screw is too long for the fabric. The needle thread is too tight. The needle thread tension is not threaded...
Owner's Manual
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... 1:3 Important notes: Before changing presser feet and needle you must turn the main switch off the main switch. Loops on the stretch fabrics. Stabilizer is not used when sewing on the seams The needle thread tension is not plugged in the hook race. When leaving the machine, even for the fabric being sewn. The stitches are any children nearby. The bobbin winder spindle is noisy Thread has been caught...
... 1:3 Important notes: Before changing presser feet and needle you must turn the main switch off the main switch. Loops on the stretch fabrics. Stabilizer is not used when sewing on the seams The needle thread tension is not plugged in the hook race. When leaving the machine, even for the fabric being sewn. The stitches are any children nearby. The bobbin winder spindle is noisy Thread has been caught...
Owner's Manual
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... the bobbin thread Button sewing Buttonhole - optional - remove and attach 1:5 1:2 R Repairing tears 2:18 2:18 Reverse sewing 1:14 1:3 S Seam guides on the needle plate 2:5 Sewing chart - with gimp thread C Carrying handle, carrying case Changing the needle Changing the presser foot Changing the light bulb Cleaning Closed overlock stitch Connecting the foot control D Darning with the elastic stitch Dropping the feed dog E Extra spool pin 1:7 V IV VF Foot preassure dial 1:3 Free arm sewing 2:4 2:2 H 2:11 2:11 Honeycomb stitch 2:9 1:6 I 1:11 2:15 Inserting the...
... the bobbin thread Button sewing Buttonhole - optional - remove and attach 1:5 1:2 R Repairing tears 2:18 2:18 Reverse sewing 1:14 1:3 S Seam guides on the needle plate 2:5 Sewing chart - with gimp thread C Carrying handle, carrying case Changing the needle Changing the presser foot Changing the light bulb Cleaning Closed overlock stitch Connecting the foot control D Darning with the elastic stitch Dropping the feed dog E Extra spool pin 1:7 V IV VF Foot preassure dial 1:3 Free arm sewing 2:4 2:2 H 2:11 2:11 Honeycomb stitch 2:9 1:6 I 1:11 2:15 Inserting the...
