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Question posted by odinseye33 on May 21st, 2018

Needle Bar Jumps

Needle bar "jumps" when at apex of movement. Just a quick click left to right but needle is still in alignment on the downward stroke. Noticed play in the bar but it doesn't seem loose. Maybe problem with the stich pattern gear?

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Instruction Manual - Page 2

...drop or insert any air openings blocked. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is required around the sewing machine needle. 6. Always unplug this manual. Never operate the appliance with same... an electrical appliance, basic safety should never be left unattended when plugged in. 2. To reduce the risk of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 5. Replace bulb with any object into water...
Instruction Manual - Page 6

... the bobbin thread 30 Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread ..........32 Matching needle/ fabric/ thread 34 How to choose your pattern 38 Straight stitch / Zigzag stitching 40 Blind hem/ Lingerie stitch 42 Overedge stitches 44 Sewing on buttons 46 How to sew buttonholes (one-step buttonhole 48 Left and right side balance for buttonhole...
Instruction Manual - Page 9

... Bobbin stopper 5 10. Stitch length dial 11. Automatic threader 7 13 14 12 PUSH 2 GB Principal parts of the machine 8 1 1. Drop feed control 6 13. One step buttonhole lever 14. Pattern indicator window 12. Presser foot 11 6. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage 4 8. Thread take-up lever 10 4. Presser foot pressure adjustment 2 3. Thread tension dial...
Instruction Manual - Page 13

Button sewing foot e. Spool holder i . Second spool pin l. Cording foot p. L-screwdriver 2 k l m n o 006804008...006806008 e 006905008 006171008 f h i j d 006914008 g GB Accessories Standard accessories (1) a. Seam ripper/ brush f. Pack of needles h. Satin stitch foot m.Overcasting foot n. Blind hem foot q. Quilting foot t. Seam guide g. Zipper foot c. Bobbin (3x...
Instruction Manual - Page 17

... outlet only one blade is not in the outlet, reverse the plug. IMPORTANT NOTICE For appliance with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in any way. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as illustrated. (1) This appliance...
Instruction Manual - Page 21

...the type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight). GB Two-step presser foot lifter When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a high rise ... easy positioning of the work. (A) A Adjusting presser foot pressure The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser...
Instruction Manual - Page 31

... this movement pass thread from front to back. Place the spool of the take thread behind the flat, horizontal thread guide. (8) - Now take -up lever and then downwards again. (7) - Lift up left through the slotted eye of thread on page 26. 24 Pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide and then down right...
Instruction Manual - Page 39

... secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Release the lever and the machine will sew forwards again. (1) Removing the work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) Cutting the thread Pull the threads behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down...
Instruction Manual - Page 49

... the left. b c 1 2 4 3 Fold the fabric as illustrated in a, b and c. It should just pierce the fold of the guide. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the fabric. a Set the machine as illustrated with this machine. If using the optional blindhem foot, adjust the guide (3) by hand until the needle swings fully to sew blind...
Instruction Manual - Page 51

..., jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. (a) Double overlock stitch: For fine knits, handknits, seams. (b) All overedge stitches are suitable for sewing and overcasting edges and visible seams in one operation. When overcasting, the needle should just go over the edge of the fabric. a b GB Overedge stitches * The overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied...
Instruction Manual - Page 55

... tie them there. 3. Lower the presser foot and start the machine. 7. However, it back (C). 6. Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selector dial to " ". Lower the presser foot aligning the marks on foot with the marks on the fabric (A). (The front bar tack will overcast the cord. 1. Lower the buttonhole lever and...
Instruction Manual - Page 59

... which side of cord into a bias strip to sew. (2) To sew past the zipper tab, lower the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and push the zipper tab behind the 1 presser foot. Change to zipper foot. (1) The zipper foot can be attached right or left . Set machine as illustrated. It is also possible to...
Instruction Manual - Page 61

.... Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide the fold into the scroll by about 3 mm (1/8") and sew 4-5 stitches to the left (2). 1 2 54 At the beginning of the fabric. GB Sewing with the optional hemmer foot * The hemmer foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Begin sewing, guiding the...
Instruction Manual - Page 67

...reinforce. "1.5". Depending on left. This function is advisable to " " or " ". Place patch in position. First sew over the straight stitch backstitch... across the top of fabric and damage, sew between 3 and 5 rows. (2) Bar tack Set the stitch pattern dial to use...edges. GB Multi-stitch zig-zag Sewing on both sides. Set machine as pocket openings. Set the stitch pattern dial to ...
Instruction Manual - Page 71

... and tighten the screw (C). (2) First sew around the edge of the hole (to right. First row: Always work by the operator. Movement of fabric. 2 64 a b ab C 1 A B 3 GB Free motion darning * The darning foot is an optional accessory not included with your machine. Press the darning foot on firmly from left to secure the threads) (3). Remove...
Instruction Manual - Page 81

Make sure the presser foot bar is down in its lowest position. - Sew a few securing stitches at the starting to sew. - Hold the hoop with dial) - Set the machine as possible. - Place the fabric under the needle. Turn the balance wheel towards you to the size of the fabric. - Adjust the stitch width according to bring...
Instruction Manual - Page 83

... machine. For template quilting transfer a design from a template (plastic stencil) to stitch in any direction. The above techniques are sewing without... a foot. GB Quilting functions * The quilting foot is free motion quilting where you hoop the fabric and guide it by hand, allowing you are used to hold the layers of the quilt together. Do not forget to lower the presser bar...
Instruction Manual - Page 87

Your sewing machine offers excellent stitch quality on your left to right so that it is fitted into above the needle screw and clamp (4). Remove the presser foot holder by unscrewing (counterclockwise) the presser bar attaching screw (2). 3. Lift the presser foot lifter to prevent uneven feeding of denim. Needle bar d.Needle screw & clamp e.Presser foot bar f . iii) Lower the ...
Instruction Manual - Page 89

...with sewing machine oil. Replace the hook race cover and snap back the two hook retaining arms. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the needle plate. Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate... must always be removed regularly. When cleaning the machine, it must be disconnected from the main socket. Remove the needle plate: Turn the handwheel until the hook race ...
Instruction Manual - Page 91

... the fabric while sewing, let it be lubricated. 2.Lint or oil have collected on the hook or needle bar. 3.Poor quality oil has been used . 4.The foot is not attached correctly. 1.The needle is damaged. 2.The needle is not correctly inserted. 3.Wrong needle size for the fabric. 4.The wrong foot is attached. 1.The machine is not correctly...

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