Instruction Manual
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... 6 - 7 Accessories 8 - 9 Set up your machine 10 - 11 Spool pins 10 - 11 Winding bobbin 12 - 13 Threading the bobbin thread 14 - 15 Threading the top thread 16 - 17 Using automatic needle threader 18 - 19 Needle, thread and fabric chart 20 Changing the needle 21 Adjusting top thread tension 22 - 23 Changing presser foot 22 - 23 Control panel functions 24 - 29 Functions of stitch length and width --------- 32 - 35 Straight stitching 36 - 39 Keeping seams straight, Inserting zippers and piping Hand-look quilt stitch 38 - 39 Straight stitch with FUTURA Multi-Hoop 94 - 101 Control...
... 6 - 7 Accessories 8 - 9 Set up your machine 10 - 11 Spool pins 10 - 11 Winding bobbin 12 - 13 Threading the bobbin thread 14 - 15 Threading the top thread 16 - 17 Using automatic needle threader 18 - 19 Needle, thread and fabric chart 20 Changing the needle 21 Adjusting top thread tension 22 - 23 Changing presser foot 22 - 23 Control panel functions 24 - 29 Functions of stitch length and width --------- 32 - 35 Straight stitching 36 - 39 Keeping seams straight, Inserting zippers and piping Hand-look quilt stitch 38 - 39 Straight stitch with FUTURA Multi-Hoop 94 - 101 Control...
Instruction Manual
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Bobbin winding tension disk 3. Threading lever 4. Extension table (Accessory box) 4 9 7. Horizontal spool pin 11. Power/light switch 14. Presser foot screw 22. Alternate thread cutter 26. Embroidery unit 33 Hoop release lever 34. Large hoop 41. USB cable 49. Instruction manual 41 41 42 42 NOTE: B e s u r e t h e U S B c a b l e i s attached to your machine when doing embroidery. 43 43 44 44 46 47 48 49 6 Cord socket 15. Feed dog control 17. Thread guide 12 15 20. Twin thread guide 21. Needle clamp screw 28. Bobbin cover release button 32...
Bobbin winding tension disk 3. Threading lever 4. Extension table (Accessory box) 4 9 7. Horizontal spool pin 11. Power/light switch 14. Presser foot screw 22. Alternate thread cutter 26. Embroidery unit 33 Hoop release lever 34. Large hoop 41. USB cable 49. Instruction manual 41 41 42 42 NOTE: B e s u r e t h e U S B c a b l e i s attached to your machine when doing embroidery. 43 43 44 44 46 47 48 49 6 Cord socket 15. Feed dog control 17. Thread guide 12 15 20. Twin thread guide 21. Needle clamp screw 28. Bobbin cover release button 32...
Instruction Manual
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ACCESSORIES FOR SEWING MACHINE 1. Satin foot 15. Button sewing foot 1 16. Buttonhole foot and underplate 17. Thread spool net (short) The Foot that comes on your 7 Sewing machine is another 12 very useful foot and should be used for most decorative sewing. When purchasing additional bobbins, be used for the majority of your sewing. Embroidery software CD 19 To install the software, refer to the CD insert for needle plate 10. Spool pin cap (small) 7. Zipper foot 13. Thread spool net (long) 18. Bobbins (SINGER Class 15J bobbins) 3. Screwdriver for...
ACCESSORIES FOR SEWING MACHINE 1. Satin foot 15. Button sewing foot 1 16. Buttonhole foot and underplate 17. Thread spool net (short) The Foot that comes on your 7 Sewing machine is another 12 very useful foot and should be used for most decorative sewing. When purchasing additional bobbins, be used for the majority of your sewing. Embroidery software CD 19 To install the software, refer to the CD insert for needle plate 10. Spool pin cap (small) 7. Zipper foot 13. Thread spool net (long) 18. Bobbins (SINGER Class 15J bobbins) 3. Screwdriver for...
Instruction Manual
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... to remove the cover. 3. Insert the bobbin making sure the bobbin rotates counterclockwise when you ). 2. With a finger held gently on the top left . 5. Replace the clear bobbin cover plate onto the needle plate. NOTE: Sewing can be started without having to the left . THREADING THE BOBBIN THREAD 1. Then pull the thread along the groove on the needle plate until it is snipped with cutter on top of the bobbin, pull the thread until...
... to remove the cover. 3. Insert the bobbin making sure the bobbin rotates counterclockwise when you ). 2. With a finger held gently on the top left . 5. Replace the clear bobbin cover plate onto the needle plate. NOTE: Sewing can be started without having to the left . THREADING THE BOBBIN THREAD 1. Then pull the thread along the groove on the needle plate until it is snipped with cutter on top of the bobbin, pull the thread until...
Instruction Manual
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... the twin thread guides (A and B). 3. If the needle has not been threaded correctly, rethread from you leaving about 4" (10 cm) clear. 2. Hook thread into the thread cutter/holder to cut and hold it is in center needle position) when using the automatic needle threader. º +HDY\WKUHDGFDQQRWEHWKUHDGHGWKURXJK¿QHQHHGOH º Don't lower the threading lever while the machine is recommended that the guide doesn't touch fabric, etc...
... the twin thread guides (A and B). 3. If the needle has not been threaded correctly, rethread from you leaving about 4" (10 cm) clear. 2. Hook thread into the thread cutter/holder to cut and hold it is in center needle position) when using the automatic needle threader. º +HDY\WKUHDGFDQQRWEHWKUHDGHGWKURXJK¿QHQHHGOH º Don't lower the threading lever while the machine is recommended that the guide doesn't touch fabric, etc...
Instruction Manual
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... fabric. Lower the presser foot lifter so that for straight stitch sewing. The tension is recommended to remove the foot. 2. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bobbin threads. Make all adjustments with the foot holder. 3. ZIGZAG, SATIN STITCH, DECORATIVE and BUTTON HOLE SEWING For zigzag sewing, satin stitch and decorative stitch functions, thread tension should be less than that the foot holder snaps on the needle plate aligning the presser foot pin with presser foot 'down'. Push presser foot release button to decrease thread tension for buttonholes. Place...
... fabric. Lower the presser foot lifter so that for straight stitch sewing. The tension is recommended to remove the foot. 2. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bobbin threads. Make all adjustments with the foot holder. 3. ZIGZAG, SATIN STITCH, DECORATIVE and BUTTON HOLE SEWING For zigzag sewing, satin stitch and decorative stitch functions, thread tension should be less than that the foot holder snaps on the needle plate aligning the presser foot pin with presser foot 'down'. Push presser foot release button to decrease thread tension for buttonholes. Place...
Instruction Manual
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... fabric, the lower speed continues. 30 SPEED CONTROL LEVER Sliding the lever sets desired sewing speed. REVERSE STITCH BUTTON Reverse sewing is operating. ¿ Flashing red light indicates a problem or an error. * Flashing for 2 - 3 seconds shows that an incorrect operation was made. * Continuous flashing indicates that the machine malfunctions. 6 Reverse stitch function for straight and zigzag stitches Fonction couture arrière pour les points droits et zigzags Función de costura hacia atrás para costuras rectas y zigzag...
... fabric, the lower speed continues. 30 SPEED CONTROL LEVER Sliding the lever sets desired sewing speed. REVERSE STITCH BUTTON Reverse sewing is operating. ¿ Flashing red light indicates a problem or an error. * Flashing for 2 - 3 seconds shows that an incorrect operation was made. * Continuous flashing indicates that the machine malfunctions. 6 Reverse stitch function for straight and zigzag stitches Fonction couture arrière pour les points droits et zigzags Función de costura hacia atrás para costuras rectas y zigzag...
Instruction Manual
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SETTINGS Presser foot - Tacking stitch mode button C. Start/stop the sewing machine. Power/light switch F G 2 NOTE: Since a straight stitch has no width, the stitch width control is used for all types of the numbered guide lines on the bobbin cover plate is a ¼" (6mm) seam guide line, used for piecing quilt blocks or for guiding your hands. KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT To keep the seam straight, use one of sewing. The guide line on the needle plate. Thread cutter B. Guide the fabric gently with the thread cutter located on the bottom of the...
SETTINGS Presser foot - Tacking stitch mode button C. Start/stop the sewing machine. Power/light switch F G 2 NOTE: Since a straight stitch has no width, the stitch width control is used for all types of the numbered guide lines on the bobbin cover plate is a ¼" (6mm) seam guide line, used for piecing quilt blocks or for guiding your hands. KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT To keep the seam straight, use one of sewing. The guide line on the needle plate. Thread cutter B. Guide the fabric gently with the thread cutter located on the bottom of the...
Instruction Manual
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.... Helpful Hint: Slight adjusting of the needle position to sew closer to the piping may be accomplished with desired top stitching color. 2. Thread bobbin with the Stitch Width Control. Press the reverse button and the machine will sew 4 stitches forward and then 4 stitches in forward and stop. 38 INSERTING ZIPPERS AND PIPING Use the zipper foot to sew to the right or left side, attach right side of foot to foot holder. Set the stitich length at 4 (maximum). 5. STRAIGHT STITCH...
.... Helpful Hint: Slight adjusting of the needle position to sew closer to the piping may be accomplished with desired top stitching color. 2. Thread bobbin with the Stitch Width Control. Press the reverse button and the machine will sew 4 stitches forward and then 4 stitches in forward and stop. 38 INSERTING ZIPPERS AND PIPING Use the zipper foot to sew to the right or left side, attach right side of foot to foot holder. Set the stitich length at 4 (maximum). 5. STRAIGHT STITCH...
Instruction Manual
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... fabric. Under side Côté de dessous Reverso Top side Côté de dessus Cara ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH is values set . The stitch length is 2 mm and the stitch width is set automatically when pattern (No. 03) is about 5 mm. Use a backing of thread being used for satin stitching. Set the stitch length between 0.5 and 2.0, depending on the top of pattern increases from center needle position as illustrated. ZIGZAG STITCHING 04 05 SETTINGS :Presser foot...
... fabric. Under side Côté de dessous Reverso Top side Côté de dessus Cara ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH is values set . The stitch length is 2 mm and the stitch width is set automatically when pattern (No. 03) is about 5 mm. Use a backing of thread being used for satin stitching. Set the stitch length between 0.5 and 2.0, depending on the top of pattern increases from center needle position as illustrated. ZIGZAG STITCHING 04 05 SETTINGS :Presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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... the grain line, if you ) to make sure the needle clears both threads to sew and finish stretch fabrics or for sewing over top of the button and sew over thin tape in the center and a special effect will be used for decoration. CRISS-CROSS STITCH 73 82 Used to the backside of borders. Button sewing foot :Feed dog control - Lower presser foot. If a shank is required, place a darning needle on top of it.
... the grain line, if you ) to make sure the needle clears both threads to sew and finish stretch fabrics or for sewing over top of the button and sew over thin tape in the center and a special effect will be used for decoration. CRISS-CROSS STITCH 73 82 Used to the backside of borders. Button sewing foot :Feed dog control - Lower presser foot. If a shank is required, place a darning needle on top of it.
Instruction Manual
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... extension table when sewing a buttonhole, to "Using buttonhole foot" above.) 4. Select one buttonhole pattern. 94 95 96 97 98 99 2. Buttonholes can be used. * Make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of the fabric with the buttonhole foot. (Refer to match the size of the garment where buttonholes are placed. Set the buttonhole lever (C) so that it drops down vertically between tab A and tab B. 2. Replace the presser foot with the selected button. Stabilizer should also be sewn to "Changing presser foot...
... extension table when sewing a buttonhole, to "Using buttonhole foot" above.) 4. Select one buttonhole pattern. 94 95 96 97 98 99 2. Buttonholes can be used. * Make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of the fabric with the buttonhole foot. (Refer to match the size of the garment where buttonholes are placed. Set the buttonhole lever (C) so that it drops down vertically between tab A and tab B. 2. Replace the presser foot with the selected button. Stabilizer should also be sewn to "Changing presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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... zigzag Pie prensatelas Presser bar Barre de pied presseur Barra de prensatelas Drive lever Levier d'entraînement Palanca de accionamiento Be careful not to machine CAUTION before changing presser foot. * Raise presser foot lifter. * Turn the hand wheel counter clockwise (toward you ) until the needle is required for embroidering, so be sure to turn off power to touch the needle when CAUTION replacing presser foot. Remove presser foot screw, presser foot and foot holder. 2. INSERTING...
... zigzag Pie prensatelas Presser bar Barre de pied presseur Barra de prensatelas Drive lever Levier d'entraînement Palanca de accionamiento Be careful not to machine CAUTION before changing presser foot. * Raise presser foot lifter. * Turn the hand wheel counter clockwise (toward you ) until the needle is required for embroidering, so be sure to turn off power to touch the needle when CAUTION replacing presser foot. Remove presser foot screw, presser foot and foot holder. 2. INSERTING...
Instruction Manual
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... de puntadas hacia adelante Reverse stitch button Interrupteur couture arrière Interruptor de puntadas hacia atrás Start/stop sewing and the needle stops at "E" for Photo Stitch (optional) it is pushed, machines starts slowly. FORWARD STITCH BUTTON After the embroidery design has been transferred to automatically cut the top and bobbin threads whenever the machine is operating. ¿ Flashing red light indicates a problem or an error. * Flashing for 2 - 3 seconds...
... de puntadas hacia adelante Reverse stitch button Interrupteur couture arrière Interruptor de puntadas hacia atrás Start/stop sewing and the needle stops at "E" for Photo Stitch (optional) it is pushed, machines starts slowly. FORWARD STITCH BUTTON After the embroidery design has been transferred to automatically cut the top and bobbin threads whenever the machine is operating. ¿ Flashing red light indicates a problem or an error. * Flashing for 2 - 3 seconds...
Instruction Manual
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HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR EMBROIDERING WITH FUTURA 1. Restart the embroidery machine and continue embroidering. Embroidering direction Direction de broderie Dirección de bordado Embroidered section Section brodée Sección bordada 1 357 2 468 automatically stop S'arrête automatiquement Para automáticamente Blank stitches resulting from thread breakage 3RLQWVYLGHVUpVXOWDQWG¶XQHUXSWXUHGX¿O Puntadas en blanco resultantes de ruptura de hilo Reverse stitch button Interrupteur couture...
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR EMBROIDERING WITH FUTURA 1. Restart the embroidery machine and continue embroidering. Embroidering direction Direction de broderie Dirección de bordado Embroidered section Section brodée Sección bordada 1 357 2 468 automatically stop S'arrête automatiquement Para automáticamente Blank stitches resulting from thread breakage 3RLQWVYLGHVUpVXOWDQWG¶XQHUXSWXUHGX¿O Puntadas en blanco resultantes de ruptura de hilo Reverse stitch button Interrupteur couture...
Instruction Manual
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... thread tension is too loose. (see page 22 - 23). * Fabric is not threaded correctly. (see page 22 - 23). * Stitch length is not lowered when sewing buttonhole. - Replace needle. (see page 52 - 55). Stitches are lowered - Bobbin thread breaks. * Bobbin case is being pulled or pushed against machine feeding action. - PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST GENERAL PROBLEMS Machine does not sew. * Power switch is caught in hook. - Machine jams/knocks. * Thread is turned off. - Lower presser foot. (see page 16 - 19). * Thread is too short - Lower buttonhole lever. (see...
... thread tension is too loose. (see page 22 - 23). * Fabric is not threaded correctly. (see page 22 - 23). * Stitch length is not lowered when sewing buttonhole. - Replace needle. (see page 52 - 55). Stitches are lowered - Bobbin thread breaks. * Bobbin case is being pulled or pushed against machine feeding action. - PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST GENERAL PROBLEMS Machine does not sew. * Power switch is caught in hook. - Machine jams/knocks. * Thread is turned off. - Lower presser foot. (see page 16 - 19). * Thread is too short - Lower buttonhole lever. (see...
Instruction Manual
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... top thread tension for pin tucks, double top stitching and decorative sewing. Thread the two threads as for single needle sewing. Pick up bobbin thread as one thread through each spool pin. Pull the three threads together under it easily. This is grooved on the underside of the twin needle breaking. 2. Doing so will preclude any possibility of fabric. Draw one . SPECIAL ACCESSORIES SATIN STITCH FOOT The Satin stitch foot is an attractive stitch used primarily for appliqueing and bar tacking...
... top thread tension for pin tucks, double top stitching and decorative sewing. Thread the two threads as for single needle sewing. Pick up bobbin thread as one thread through each spool pin. Pull the three threads together under it easily. This is grooved on the underside of the twin needle breaking. 2. Doing so will preclude any possibility of fabric. Draw one . SPECIAL ACCESSORIES SATIN STITCH FOOT The Satin stitch foot is an attractive stitch used primarily for appliqueing and bar tacking...
Instruction Manual
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... the fabric 116 A B A B D Hoop the Fabric 1. Position the fabric edge so that it is very helpful with sewing techniques such as well because the C software will automatically add the alignment stitches for endless embroidery, which can use the Endless Hoop, the Futura software will automatically add "alignment stitches" in place to lower the presser foot. :KHQ¿QLVKHGXVLQJWKHNQHHOLIWHUUHPRYHLWIURPWKHVRFNHW and replace the socket cover...
... the fabric 116 A B A B D Hoop the Fabric 1. Position the fabric edge so that it is very helpful with sewing techniques such as well because the C software will automatically add the alignment stitches for endless embroidery, which can use the Endless Hoop, the Futura software will automatically add "alignment stitches" in place to lower the presser foot. :KHQ¿QLVKHGXVLQJWKHNQHHOLIWHUUHPRYHLWIURPWKHVRFNHW and replace the socket cover...
Instruction Manual
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... the bobbin case and replace the bobbin cover plate. Remove the hoop from the machine. When the bobbin has been changed, use Reverse/ Forward Stitch button to move the needle back to position and resume sewing. This will allow you are embroidering, remove the presser foot and needle to remove the hoop from the machine with the fabric remaining in the hoop. Place the hoop back onto the machine. Lower the presser foot lifter. Raise the presser foot lifter. Replace the presser foot and needle to deactivate the Thread Cutter Mode...
... the bobbin case and replace the bobbin cover plate. Remove the hoop from the machine. When the bobbin has been changed, use Reverse/ Forward Stitch button to move the needle back to position and resume sewing. This will allow you are embroidering, remove the presser foot and needle to remove the hoop from the machine with the fabric remaining in the hoop. Place the hoop back onto the machine. Lower the presser foot lifter. Raise the presser foot lifter. Replace the presser foot and needle to deactivate the Thread Cutter Mode...