Instruction Book

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug
this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.

WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner’s manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner’s manual.
3. Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if
it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this
sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Europe only:
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
For outside Europe (except U.S.A and Canada):
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant
National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your
retailer for guidance. (European Union only)

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

NAMES OF PARTS Keyhole Buttonholes...................................................... 34

Names of Parts................................................................. 3 Stretch Buttonhole and Antique Buttonhole.................... 34
Standard Accessories....................................................... 4 Knit Buttonhole............................................................... 34
Large Extension Table...................................................... 5 Corded Buttonhole......................................................... 35
Stitch Chart....................................................................... 5 Welted Buttonhole.......................................................... 36
Darning Stitch................................................................. 38
GETTING READY TO SEW Tacking........................................................................... 39
Connecting the Power Supply.......................................... 6 Eyelet............................................................................. 40
Before Using Your Sewing Machine................................. 6 Zipper Sewing...........................................................41-43
Operating Instructions...................................................... 6 Blind Hemming............................................................... 44
Controlling Sewing Speed................................................ 7 Button Sewing................................................................ 45
Extension Table................................................................ 7 Gathering........................................................................ 45
Free-arm Sewing.............................................................. 7
Machine Operating Buttons.............................................. 8 DECORATIVE STITCHING
LCD Display..................................................................... 9 Shelltuck......................................................................... 46
Function Keys................................................................... 9 Applique....................................................................46-47
Selecting the Stitch Patterns............................................ 9 Pintucking....................................................................... 47
Direct pattern selection................................................... 9 Fringing.......................................................................... 47
Stitch width adjusting key............................................. 10 Drawn Work.................................................................... 48
Stitch length adjusting key............................................ 10 Cross Stitch.................................................................... 48
Memory key.................................................................. 10 Fagoting......................................................................... 49
Clear key...................................................................... 10 French Knots and Candlewick Knots............................. 49
Thread cut memory key................................................ 10 Scallop Stitch.................................................................. 49
Presser Foot Lifter.......................................................... 11 Smocking........................................................................ 50
Changing the Presser Foot............................................ 11 Stippling Stitch................................................................ 50
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder....................... 11 Clasp Stitches................................................................ 51
Presser Foot Pressure Dial............................................ 11 Satin Stitches................................................................. 51
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension........................12-13 Decorative Stitches........................................................ 51
Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog................................. 14
PROGRAMMING PATTERNS AND LETTERS
Needle Stop Position Setting.......................................... 14
Changing the Needle...................................................... 15 Programming the Auto-lock Stitch.................................. 52
Fabric and Needle Chart................................................ 15 Programming the Pattern Combination.......................... 53
Setting the Spool of Thread............................................ 16 Deleting or Inserting a Pattern (letter)............................ 54
Bobbin Winding.........................................................16-18 Programming Auto-thread Cutting.................................. 54
Threading the Machine................................................... 19 Inserting Space between Patterns................................. 55
Needle Threader............................................................. 20 Programming Letters...................................................... 55
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread....................................... 21 Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns.............................. 56

BASIC SEWING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Straight Stitch Sewing.................................................... 22 Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog......................... 57
Changing Sewing Direction............................................ 22 Installing the Bobbin Holder........................................... 57
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric............................ 22 Problems and Warning Signals...................................... 58
Using Seam Guides....................................................... 23 Troubleshooting.............................................................. 59
Turning Square Corners................................................. 23 Stitch Chart................................................................60-61
Altering the Needle Drop Position.................................. 24
Altering the Stitch Length............................................... 24
Lock-a-matic Stitch......................................................... 25
Locking Stitch................................................................. 25
Triple Stretch Stitch........................................................ 25
Stretch Stitch.................................................................. 26
Sculpture Stitches.......................................................... 26
Zigzag Stitch................................................................... 27
Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch....................................... 28
Multiple Zigzag Stitch..................................................... 28
Overedge Stitch.............................................................. 28
Knit Stitch....................................................................... 29
Double Overedge Stitch................................................. 29
Attaching Elastic............................................................. 29
Buttonholes.................................................................... 30
Square Buttonhole.......................................................... 31
Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole......................... 34

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 NAMES OF PARTS
@1 q w e r Names of Parts
t
y
@0 q Upper thread guide
u
w Bobbin winding tension disk
!9 e Spool holder (large)
i r Spool pin
!8 t Hole for extra spool pin
y Bobbin winder spindle
o u Bobbin winder stopper
!7
i LCD display
o Function keys
!0 Speed control slider
!1 Automatic thread cutter button
!2 Needle up/down button
!3 Auto-lock button
!0
!6 !1 !4 Reverse button
!2 !5 Start/stop button
!5 !4 !3
!6 Extension table (Accessory box)
!7 Thread cutter
#5 @2
!8 Face cover
#4 @3
!9 Thread tension dial
@4 @0 Presser foot pressure dial
#3
@1 Thread take-up lever
@5
#2 @2 Lower thread guide
#1 @3 Needle clamp screw
@6 @4 Needle
#0 @5 Presser foot
@6 Hook cover release button
@7 Hook cover plate
@7
@9 @8 Thread cutter
@8
@9 Needle plate
#0 Feed dogs
#6 #7 #1 Foot holder
#2 Setscrew
#3 Lever
#4 Buttonhole lever
#5 Needle threader
$5 #6 Carrying handle
#7 Hole for stitch chart
#8 Free-arm
#9 Drop feed lever
$4 #8 $0 Presser foot lifter
$1 Power inlet
$3 $2 Foot control jack
$3 Power switch
#9 $4 Ventilation openings
$2
$5 Handwheel
$1 $0 $6 Feed balancing dial

NOTE:
• To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying
handle with your hand, and support the sewing
machine with the other hand.
• Design and specifications are subject to change
without prior notice.

$6

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 Standard Accessories
q w e r q Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine)
w Zipper foot: E
e Satin stitch foot: F
r Automatic buttonhole foot: R
t Blind hem foot: G
y Overedge foot: C
t y u Spool holder ( x 2) (large) (1 set on the machine)
i Spool holder ( x 2) (small)
o Extra spool pin
!0 Bobbins ( x 4) (1 set on the machine)
!1 Needle set
u i o !2 Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)
!3 Lint brush
!4 Screwdriver
!5 Stitch chart
!6 Instruction book
!7 Instructional DVD
!8 Hard cover
!0 !1 !2 !9 Large extension table
@0 Foot control
@1 Power cable*

*The power cable included may differ from the illustration.

!3 !4 !5

!6 !7 !8

!9 @0

@1

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 Large Extension Table
Attaching the table
Pull the table away from the machine.
Spread the legs of large extension table.
Holding the table with both hands and slide it gently to
the right.

Adjust the table height

Turn setscrews of the table legs with a screwdriver
(optional)

q
Stitch Chart
Insert the stitch chart q into the chart holder w.
Insert the pin e into the hole for the stitch chart r.
w q Stitch chart
r e w Chart holder
e Pin
r Hole for stitch chart

You can flip the chart to the back of the machine when it
is not in use.

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 GETTING READY TO SEW
q Connecting the Power Supply
Using the foot control
Turn off the power switch.
Insert the pin connector into the jack.
e Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
w Turn on the power switch.
q Power switch
t w Pin connector
e Jack
r Machine plug
r u t Power inlet
y Power supply plug
u Wall outlet
y
The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot
control is connected to the machine.
i Foot control sign

WARNING:
i While in operation, always keep your eyes on the
sewing area and do not touch any moving parts such
as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or needle.
Always turn off the power switch and unplug from the
power supply:
- when leaving the machine unattended.
- when attaching or removing parts.
- when cleaning the machine.
Do not place anything on the foot control.

Before Using Your Sewing Machine

Before using your sewing machine for the first time,
place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and run the
q machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any
oil which may appear.
Using the start/stop button
Turn off the power switch.
Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
w Turn on the power switch.
e q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Power inlet
r Power supply plug
t t Wall outlet
y Start/Stop button
NOTE:
The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
r
Operating Instructions
The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off” position
of the switch.
Foot control model 21371 or YC-485EC-1 is used with
this sewing machine.
For the U.S.A and Canada only:
For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider
than the other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
y plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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 Controlling Sewing Speed
Speed control slider
Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider
according to your sewing needs.
To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right.
To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Foot control
Depress the foot control to start the machine.
The further down you press on the foot control, the faster
the machine runs.
The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the speed
control slider.

NOTE:
The machine will not run and the presser foot mark
will blink if you start the machine with the presser foot
in the up position. Lower the presser foot and press
the foot control.

Extension Table
w The extension table provides an extended sewing area
r and can be easily removed for free-arm sewing.
e
Detaching the table
Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated.
q Extension table

Attaching the table

r Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert
q e the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the
machine.
w Free-arm
t e Guide
r Hole

Accessory storage
Accessories are stored inside the extension table.
Pull the lid toward you to open the accessory storage t.
t Accessory storage

Free-arm Sewing
Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for
darning knee or elbow areas.
q Free-arm

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 Machine Operating Buttons
q Start/Stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine.
The machine starts running slowly for the first few
stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed
control slider.
The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being
pressed.
e r t y NOTE:
• The start/stop button cannot be used when the
foot control is connected to the machine.
q w • The machine will not run and the presser foot mark
will blink if you start the machine with the presser
foot in the up position. Lower the presser foot and
u press the start/stop button.

w Reverse button
• When stitch pattern 00 , 03 , 07 , 08 , 09 or
95 in mode 1 is selected;
The machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse
button is pressed. Release the button to sew forward.
When the machine is stopped and foot control is
disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly
as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the
button to stop the machine.
• When any other stitches are selected;
If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.

NOTE:
There will be particular functions of the reverse button
when pattern 01 , 02 , 32 or 33 in mode 1 is
selected. Refer to page 25, 38 and 39 for instructions.

e Auto-lock button
• When stitch pattern 00 , 03 , 07 , 08 , 09 or
95 in mode 1 is selected;
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
immediately. The machine will automatically stop.
• When any other stitches are selected;
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
at the end of current pattern. The machine will
automatically stop.

r Needle up/down button

Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle up
or down.

t Thread cutter button

Press the thread cutter button to trim the threads after
sewing.
The thread cutter mark will blink u while the machine
cuts the threads.
To trim the threads automatically after sewing, refer to
page 54.

y Speed control slider

Maximum sewing speed can be adjusted with the speed
control slider. Refer to page 7.

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 q e r LCD Display
The LCD display shows following information when the
machine is turned on.
q Identification letter of the recommended foot
w w Stitch pattern number
e Stitch width
r Stitch length

Function Keys
e Mode selection
When the power switch is turned on, the pattern selection
mode 1 (mode 1) is set automatically.
w
Each time you press the mode key q, the green light e
will shift and the mode w will change from 1 to À.
Stitch numbers and their images on the each mode are
shown on the stitch chart.
q Mode key
w Mode
e Green light

NOTE:
The 3 green lights will be lit at the same time when the
mode À is selected.

Selecting the Stitch Patterns

u y To select the desired stitch pattern, press the mode key
q to select the desired mode, then press the arrow keys
(r and t) until the pattern number of the desired stitch
is indicated.
To change the first digit y of the stitch pattern number,
press the arrow keys r under the first digit of the pattern
number.
To change the second digit u of the stitch pattern
number, press the arrow keys t under the second digit
of the pattern number.
r Arrow keys (first digit)
t Arrow keys (second digit)
y First digit
u Second digit
t r
Direct pattern selection
You can select stitch patterns 00, 07, 10 and 20 in mode
i 1 directly by pressing the corresponding direct pattern
selection key i.
The stitch image of stitch pattern are indicated on each
key.

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 Stitch width adjusting key
Press “+” or “–” o to change the stitch width or needle
drop position, depending on the selected stitch pattern.
Refer to pages 24, 27 and 33.

Stitch length adjusting key

Press “+” or “–” !0 to change the stitch length of the
selected pattern. You can also adjust the buttonhole
density, the evenness of darning, and the size of eyelet
with this key. Refer to pages 24, 27 and 33.

Memory key
Press the memory key !1 to memorize the selected
o !0 pattern for the pattern combination. Refer to page 52.

Clear key
• In mode 1, 2 A and À:
Press the clear key !2 to cancel the input and select
the stitch pattern 00 of the selected mode.
• In pattern combination:
Press the clear key !2 to clear the memorized stitch
pattern.
Press and hold the clear key !2 until the buzzer beeps
!3 !1 !2 to clear all memorized stitch patterns. Refer to page 54.

Thread cut memory key

To cut the threads automatically after locking stitches,
press the thread cutter memory key !3 (Refer to page 54).

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 Presser Foot Lifter
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.
You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.7 cm) higher than the
normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot,
or to help you place thick material under the foot.
e q Presser foot lifter
w w Normal up position
e Highest position
e w q

Changing the Presser Foot

q
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot.
Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern.
The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each
foot is marked with an identification letter.
q Identification letter
w
Removing the presser foot
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise. Raise the presser foot, and
press the lever on the back of the foot holder.
w Lever
Attaching the presser foot
e r Place the selected presser foot so that the pin on the foot
lies just under the groove in the foot holder.
Lower the presser bar to lock the foot into the place.
e Groove
r Pin

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

q
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or
attaching foot holder.
w Removing the foot holder
Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with
a screwdriver.
Attaching the foot holder
Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in
the presser bar.
Fit the setscrew into the hole.
Tighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise with the
r screwdriver.
e q Setscrew
w Foot holder
e Hole
r Threaded hole

Presser Foot Pressure Dial

q Foot pressure can be adjusted by turning the presser foot
pressure dial.
Set the pressure between “3” and “6” for ordinary fabrics.
Set the pressure between “1” and “3” for fine fabrics and
applique sewing.
Set the pressure between “5” and “6” for heavyweight
fabrics.
q Presser foot pressure dial

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 Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension
Straight stitch balanced tension
q The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two
layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail).
If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that
the stitches are evenly balanced.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen
w r To tighten

When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the

number, the tighter the top thread tension.
e Results depend on:
- stiffness and thickness of the fabric
r - number of fabric layers
- type of stitch

Tension is too tight

r t
The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of the
q
fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a lower
number to loosen the needle thread tension.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To loosen tension
w r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric
e

Tension is too loose

t The needle thread shows through on the wrong side of
r the fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a
q higher number to tighten the needle thread tension.
q Needle thread (top thread)
w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
e To tighten tension
w r Right side (top side) of fabric
t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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 Zigzag stitch
For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the
needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom
side) of the fabric.
See the illustrations for the correct appearance.
To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as
necessary.

Balanced tension
q w Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the
wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric without causing
excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric.
Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions.
q Right side (top side) of fabric
w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

Tension is too tight

q w The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side
of the fabric
q Right side (top side) of fabric
w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

Tension is too loose

q w The corner of each zigzag point pulls together on the
wrong side of the fabric.
q Right side (top side) of fabric
w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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 Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog
q w
The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm
bed on the back of the machine.
To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of
the arrow q.
View from the rear
To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction
of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel
toward you.

The feed dog must be up for normal sewing.

q w NOTE:
Set the stitch length value at the minimum when
lowering the feed dog.

Needle Stop Position Setting

You can set the needle stop position to up or down when
the machine stops.

To enter the needle stop position setting mode, turn the

q power off.
Press and hold the needle up/down button q, and turn
the power switch on. Hold then needle up/down button
until the needle stop position setting screen appears as
shown.

The default setting is down and “dn” sign appears on the

screen.

Press the needle up/down button q.

The “uP” sign appears and the needle stop position is set
to up.

Press the START/STOP button w to apply the setting.

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 Changing the Needle

CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before changing the
q needle.
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser
foot.
A loose needle or a loose screw may cause machine
malfunction or needle to break.

Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it

counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle
clamp.
w Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat
side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the
needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go.
Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly by turning it
clockwise.
q Needle clamp screw
w Flat side

To see if the needle is in good condition, place the flat

side of the needle onto something flat (needle plate, glass
etc.). The gap between the needle and the flat surface
should be consistent. Never use a bent or blunt needle.
A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs
in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics.

Fabric Thread Needle Fabric and Needle Chart

Lawn • For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90.
Georgette Silk #80-100 • A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing
#9/65-11/75
Fine Tricot Cotton #80-100 lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred.
Blue tip needle
Organza Synthetic #80-100 • Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce
Crepe the fabric without fraying the needle thread.
Sheeting • Always test the needle size on a small scrap of the
Silk #50
Jersey fabric that will be used for actual sewing.
Medium Cotton #50-80 #11/75-14/90
Broadcloth
Synthetic #50-80 • In general, use the same thread for the needle and
Fleece bobbin.
Denim • When sewing stretch fabrics, very fine fabrics and
Silk #30-50
Heavy Tweed synthetics, use a blue tip needle. The blue tip needle
Cotton #40-50 #14/90-16/100
weight Coating effectively prevents skipped stitches.
Synthetic #40-50
Quilting

NOTE:
1 x blue tip needles (#11/75), 2 x #11/75 needles and 2
x #14/90 needles are included in the needle case (Part
No. 540401026).

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 Setting the Spool of Thread
w q Horizontal spool pin
Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool
pin.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against
the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the
supporter.
q Spool pin
e r w Spool of thread
e Large spool holder
r Supporter

The small spool holder is used with narrow or small

spools of thread.
t Small spool holder

y Extra spool pin

The extra spool pin is for winding bobbins without
unthreading the machine.
Insert the extra spool pin into the hole.
The extra spool pin should point to the bobbin winder
tension disk.
Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread
around the bobbin winding tension disk as shown.
u y Extra spool pin
i u Hole for extra spool pin
i Bobbin winder tension disk

Bobbin Winding
Removing the bobbin
Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right
q and remove the hook cover plate.
Lift out the bobbin.
q Hook cover release button
w Hook cover plate
e Bobbin
w
e

NOTE:
Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked
with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound
paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or
damage to the bobbin holder.
r

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 Winding the bobbin

NOTE:
Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for
bobbin winding.

z q z Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread
around the bobbin winding tension disk.
q Bobbin winding tension disk

x c x Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside

to the outside.

c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

v v Push the bobbin to the right.

w The bobbin icon appears on the LCD display.
w Bobbin icon

b b With the free end of the thread held in your hand, start
the machine. Stop the machine when it has wound a
few layers, and then cut the thread close to the hole in
the bobbin.

n m n Start the machine. When the bobbin is fully wound, it

will stop spinning automatically.
Stop the machine and return the bobbin winder to its
original position by moving the spindle to the left.

NOTE:
Do not move the bobbin winder spindle while the
machine is running.

m Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread as shown.

Return the speed control slider position.

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 Inserting the bobbin

z
q CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the bobbin
and threading the bobbin holder.
e
z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread
running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook
w cover plate.
q End of thread
w Bobbin holder
x e Hook cover plate
x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not
r
rotate.
t Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin
holder.
Pull the thread to the left to pass it under the guide.
r Front notch
t Guide

c c Draw the thread to the left to pass it into the guide

path marked “1”.
Make sure that the thread comes out from the side
notch of the bobbin holder.
y Guide path 1
u
u Side notch
Correct Wrong

NOTE:
If the thread does not come out from the side notch,
rethread from step z.

u u

v v Continue to draw the thread along the guide path

marked “2” and pull the thread to the right through the
i slit. The thread will be cut to a proper length and held
in place.
o i Guide path 2
o Slit (Thread cutter)

b b Set the left edge of the hook cover plate into opening.
Push down the hook cover plate to fit in place.
!0 Hook cover plate

NOTE:
Unless otherwise noted, you can start sewing without
drawing up the bobbin thread.
!0 Refer to page 21 for how to draw up the bobbin
thread.

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 Threading the Machine
q Raise the presser foot. Press the
z w
needle up/down button q to raise
the thread take-up lever to its
c
highest position.
q Needle up/down button

v
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before threading the
b x machine.

z z Turn the power switch off.

Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread
guide.

x x While holding the thread near the spool w, draw

the end of the thread down around the check spring
holder e.
w
w Spool
e Check spring holder

c c Firmly draw the thread up from right to left over the

take-up lever, and down into the take-up lever eye.

v b v Pass the thread through the lower thread guide. Slide

the thread behind the needle bar thread guide on the
left.

b Use the needle threader to thread the needle

(see page 20).

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 Needle Threader
z
q
CAUTION:
Turn off the power switch when using the needle
threader.

z Lower the presser foot. Press the needle up/down

button q to raise the needle to its highest position.
Turn the power switch off.
Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will
go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from
behind.
q Needle up/down button
w Knob
e Hook

xc x Draw the thread from the left guide to the right guide
and under the hook.
r Left guide
t Right guide

c Draw the thread to the front along the right side of the
right guide.
x c

r e t
t

v v Raise the knob in the direction of the arrow, drawing

the thread loop through the needle.
y Thread loop

b b Pull the thread through the needle eye.

NOTE:
The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16
needle or a blue tip needle. Thread sizes 50 to 90 are
recommended.

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 Drawing up the Bobbin Thread
z
z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly
with your left hand.

x q x Turn the power switch on.

Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and
raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread.
q Needle up/down button

c c Pull both threads 4˝ to 6˝ (10 to 15 cm) under and

behind the presser foot.

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q w e BASIC SEWING
Straight Stitch Sewing
4 q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 00 or 03
w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

NOTE:
When sewing with the satin stitch foot F or buttonhole
foot R, pull the thread to the left to hold the thread.

Starting to sew
Raise presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam
guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the
point where you want to start.
Pull the thread toward the rear and lower the presser
foot.
Press the start/stop button or depress the foot control to
start sewing.
Gently guide the fabric along a seam guide line letting
w e the fabric feed naturally.
q Start/stop button
q
Securing seam
To secure the end of seam, press the reverse button and
sew several reverse stitches.
Press the thread cutter button to cut the threads.
r w Reverse button
e Thread cutter button

Use the thread cutter on the face cover to cut thicker

threads.
r Thread cutter

Changing Sewing Direction

Stop the machine.
Raise the presser foot.
Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing
direction as desired.
Lower the foot and start sewing in a new direction.

NOTE:
Lower the needle by pressing needle up/down button
if the needle stop position is set at up position.

Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric

The black button on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the
horizontal position.
This is helpful when starting sewing from the far edge of
thick fabrics or sewing across a hem.
Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where you
wish to start sewing.
q w Lower the foot while pushing the black button in. The foot
is locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping.
The button is released automatically after sewing a few
stitches.
q Black button
w Thick fabrics

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 Using Seam Guides
q
The seam guides on the needle plate and the hook cover
plate help you to measure seam allowance.
The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance
from the center needle position in inches and millimeters.
q Center needle position

t The front seam guides are marked at 1/4˝, 3/8˝ and

5/8˝ from the center needle position.
y
w Front seam guide at 1/4˝
e Front seam guide at 3/8˝
y r Front seam guide at 5/8˝

The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120

degrees.
t Angle scales
w r
y Cornering guide
e

Turning Square Corners

When sewing with fabric edge at 5/8˝ seam guide, to
turn a square corner so that sewing continues at same
distance from edge.
Stop the machine when front edge of fabric reaches the
cornering guide lines y.
Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric
counterclockwise 90°.
Lower the presser foot, and begin stitching in the new
direction.
y Cornering guide

y
NOTE:
Lower the needle by pressing needle up/down button
if the needle stop position is set at up position.

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 Altering the Needle Drop Position
The needle drop position can be altered for straight stitch
patterns 00 to 04, 95 to 97.

Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to

move the needle to the left.
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to
move the needle to the right.
q Stitch width adjusting key

(0.0) (3.5) (7.0)

Altering the Stitch Length

The stitch length can be altered.

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to

increase the stitch length.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
decrease the stitch length.
q q Stitch length adjusting key
w Stitch length

w w

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q w e Lock-a-matic Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 01
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a

seam with backstitching.
When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse
button once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches,
four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.
q Reverse button
q

q w e Locking Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 02
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking

stitch is needed.
Lower the needle close to the front edge of the fabric.
The machine will sew several locking stitches in place
and continue sewing forward.
q When you press the reverse button at the end of the
seam, the machine will sew several locking stitches in
place, then stop sewing automatically.
q Reverse button

q w e Triple Stretch Stitch

q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 04
w Thread tension dial: 2 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This strong, durable stitch is recommended when

both elasticity and strength are necessary in order
to insure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce
areas such as crotch and armhole seams. Also use for
extra reinforcement when constructing items such as
backpacks.

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q w e Stretch Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 05 or 06
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to

eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while
permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.
Use this stitch for seaming fine fabrics.

q w e Sculpture Stitches
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 96 or 97
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

You can achieve a lovely hand-worked look when

topstitching suits, blazers, jumpers, and denim outfits
with these stitches.

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q w e Zigzag Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07 or 08
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile

stitches.
It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also
used as a decorative stitch.

NOTE:
Use interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics such
as knit, jersey or tricot.

Altering the stitch width

Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to
increase the stitch width.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to
decrease the stitch width.
q q Stitch width adjusting key
w Stitch width

The stitch width of pattern 07 can be changed without

changing its center needle position (M) e.
e Center needle position

The stitch width of pattern 08 can be changed without

changing its right needle position (R) r.
r Right needle position

w e r

Altering the stitch length

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
increase the stitch length.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
decrease the stitch length.
q q Stitch length adjusting key
w Stitch length

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q w e Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

Place the fabric edge next to the guide on the foot and
sew while guiding the fabric along the guide.
q Guide

CAUTION:
When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the
stitch width at 4.5 or wider, otherwise the needle may
hit the wires on the foot.

Multiple Zigzag Stitch

q w e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 09
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and

other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.
Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam
allowance.
After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the
stitches.

This stitch is also excellent for darning and mending

tears.

q w e Overedge Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 10
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4
e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

This stitch is used to seam and overcast fabric edges at

one time.
Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams flat.
Sew while guiding the fabric edges along the guide on
the foot.
q Guide

NOTE:
The stitch width cannot be adjusted to less than 4.5 to
q prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

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q w e Knit Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 11
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim

excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the
stitches.

q w e Double Overedge Stitch

q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 12
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4 e Presser foot: Overedge foot C

This stitch is excellent for sewing fabrics that tend to fray

extensively such as linens and gabardines.
Two rows of zigzag stitches are simultaneously sewn
over the edge to insure that your seams will not ravel.
Sew while guiding the fabric edges along the guide on
the foot.
q Guide

q NOTE:
The stitch width cannot be adjusted to less than 4.5 to
prevent the needle from hitting the wires on the foot.

q w e Attaching Elastic
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 19
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center

front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to
the fabric.
Place the elastic under the foot and stitch into place while
stretch the elastic evenly.

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 Buttonholes
The following 12 types of buttonholes are available.

q Square buttonhole
This buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy
q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 fabrics.

w Round-end buttonhole
This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics,
especially for blouses and children’s clothes.

e Fine fabric buttonhole

This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on
fine, delicate fabrics such as fine silk.

r Keyhole buttonhole
The keyhole buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy fabrics. It is also suitable for larger and thicker
buttons.

t Rounded keyhole buttonhole

This buttonhole is used for thicker buttons on medium
weight fabrics.

y Tailored buttonhole
This durable buttonhole is used with thick buttons and
heavy fabrics.

u Keyhole buttonhole (tapered reinforced end)

This buttonhole is used for tailored clothing, woven cloth
etc.

i Keyhole buttonhole (heavy reinforced end)

This buttonhole is used for tailored clothing, jackets,
particularly men's wear, woven cloth etc.

o Stretch buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for stretch fabrics. It can also
be used as a decorative buttonhole.

!0 Knit buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for knit fabrics. It can also be
used as a decorative buttonhole.

!1 Antique buttonhole
Resembles a “Hand Worked” buttonhole ideal on fine
fabrics featured in Heirloom sewing or for couture
fashions.

!2 Welted buttonhole (Bound buttonhole)

This is a template pattern for the hand-sewn welted
buttonhole.

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q w e Square Buttonhole
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 20
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a

z button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R.
The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 1 cm
(3/8˝) to 2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.
When selecting the buttonholes, the LCD display advise
you to lower the buttonhole lever.

NOTE:
It is sometimes necessary to change buttonhole size
to match certain heavy or specific fabrics and threads.
q Make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric
to check your settings.
The preset width of the buttonhole is suited for
ordinary buttons.
Apply an interfacing to stretch or fine fabrics.

Sewing
w z Pull the button holder to the back, and place the
button in it. Push it together tightly on the button.
x q Button holder

NOTE:
If the button is extremely thick, make a test buttonhole
on an extra piece of the fabric.
e If it is difficult to fit the button through the test
buttonhole, you can lengthen the buttonhole by pulling
r the button holder back a little. The length of the
buttonhole will be increased.
w Extra gap

x Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle.

Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the
pin into the groove of the foot holder.
c You may lift the presser foot lifter to the extra lifted
position when placing the automatic buttonhole foot
under the foot holder.
Raise the presser foot.
e Groove
r Pin
t c Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of
foot. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and
place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at
the starting point by turning the handwheel.
t Starting point

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 v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever
v down as far as it will go.
y Buttonhole lever

i NOTE:
The reference lines on the buttonhole foot can be
used as a positioning guide.
!0 Make sure there is no gap between the slider and
stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of
u position or there will be a sewing gap.
u No gap
!1 i Starting point
o Reference lines
!0 Slider
!1 Stopper
o !2 Sewing gap

i i i

!2 !2 !2

b b Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to

the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the thread
and continue sewing.

NOTE:
If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole
lever, the LCD display will show a warning and
the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the
buttonhole lever down and start sewing.

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 n The buttonhole is sewn in the sequence as shown.
n
When the buttonhole is finished, the machine will stop
automatically with the needle in the up position.
m Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the
bartack to prevent accidentally cutting the stitches.
Cut the opening with the seam ripper.
!3 Pin
!3
m !4 Seam ripper
, When buttonhole sewing is finished, push the
!4 buttonhole lever upward as far as it will go.
y Buttonhole lever
Double layer buttonhole
To make a sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of
, buttonhole stitches over the previous stitches.
After the buttonhole is finished, do not raise the foot or
buttonhole lever, simply start the machine again.

NOTE:
If the fabric is not feeding smoothly when sewing
a double layer buttonhole, increase the buttonhole
y
density.

Altering the buttonhole width

Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to
increase the buttonhole width.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to
decrease the buttonhole width.
q Stitch width adjusting key
q
NOTE:
The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.5 to 7.0.

Altering the buttonhole density

Press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
decrease the buttonhole density.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key to
increase the buttonhole density.
q q Stitch length adjusting key

NOTE:
The buttonhole density can be adjusted from 0.2 to 0.8.

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q w e Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 21 and 22
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

Sewing procedure is the same as square buttonhole.

The buttonhole width can be varied from 2.5 to 5.5.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.2 to 0.8.

q w e Keyhole Buttonholes
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 23-27
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

Sewing procedure is the same as square buttonhole.

q The buttonhole width can be varied from 5.5 to 7.0.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.3 to 0.8.
Use the seam ripper and an eyelet punch to open the
buttonhole.
q Eyelet punch (not provided with the machine)

q w e Stretch Buttonhole and Antique Buttonhole

q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 28, 30
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

The machine will sew the front bartack and left row first.
The machine will sew the back bartack and right row,
then it stops automatically.
The stitch width can be varied from 2.5 to 7.0.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.5 to 1.0 (Stretch
buttonhole), 0.5 to 2.5 (Antique buttonhole).

q w e Knit Buttonhole
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 29
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

The machine will sew the front bartack and left row first.
The machine will sew the back bartack and right row,
then it stops automatically.
The stitch width can be varied from 2.5 to 7.0.
The stitch density can be varied from 0.7 to 1.2.

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q w e Corded Buttonhole
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 20
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole

z sewing. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of
the cord used.
With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on
the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the
ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing
the front end.
Hook the filler cord into the forks on the front of the
buttonhole foot to hold them tight.
q Lower the needle into the garment where the
buttonhole will start, and lower the foot.
q Spur
w w Forks

x x Start the machine and sew the buttonhole.

Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be
sewn over the cord.
Remove the fabric from the machine, and cut the
sewing threads only.
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread
e

c Pull the loose ends of the filler cord to tighten it.

c
Thread the each end of the cord through a hand-
sewing needle. Then draw the both ends to the wrong
side of the fabric and knot.

NOTE:
Cut the filler cord at both ends, if the filler cord is
stitched on the fabric and cannot be pulled.

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q w e Welted Buttonhole
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 31
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch

z of fabric to the buttonhole.
w
Welted buttonholes are particularly suitable for tailored
garments, but are not recommended for sheer or delicate
fabrics where the patch might show through or add bulk.

z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides

together.
q q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric

w e
x x Select pattern 31.
Sew the welted buttonhole on both fabrics together.
Cut the buttonhole opening as illustrated then pull the
patch out through the slit to the other side.
q Wrong side of patch
q w Right side of garment fabric
e Right side of patch
r c Pull out the patch until the right side of the patch is
c showing. Use an iron to press both corner ends until
they are squared off.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

e
v v Fold back each side of the patch to form buttonhole
lips.
q Wrong side of patch
e Right side of patch

r
b b Press both folds with an iron.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

e
w
n n Baste both edges of the seam with a needle and
thread by hand.
w Right side of garment fabric

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 m Fold over the length of the garment fabric, sew back
t and forth beside the original seam to secure flaps of
m the patch.
r Wrong side of garment fabric
r t Sew back and forth

, q r , Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth
three times over the triangular end.
w q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
r Wrong side of garment fabric

e r
. . The patch should be cut 1 to 1.5 cm (7/16˝ – 5/8˝)
away from the hole. The corners should be cut
rounded off as shown.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric

y
⁄0 ⁄0 Place the facing on the wrong side of the garment
fabric. Mark the 4 corners with pins as shown.
u y Facing
u Garment fabric

u
⁄1 ⁄1 Turn all the layers over and cut the buttonhole opening
on the facing in the same way as step x.
y
Four marker pins show you the corner points on the
facing. Fold back each flap between the facing and
patch.
y Facing
u Garment fabric

u
⁄2 y ⁄2 Stitch around the opening with a needle and thread as
shown.
y Facing
u Garment fabric

⁄3 ⁄3 The welted buttonhole is complete.

u u Garment fabric

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q w e Darning Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 32
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R

Starting to sew
zxcv z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the
button holder q all the way out.
Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of
foot.
q Button holder
x Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle
q
at the starting point w. Then lower the foot.
w Starting point
c Start the machine. The machine will sew locking
w stitch, 16 rows of darning, locking stitch again and
stop automatically.
v Turn the fabric and repeat sewing in different direction.
e 3/4˝ (2 cm)
e
r 9/32˝ (0.7 cm)

Sewing a shorter darning

To sew a darning shorter than 3/4˝ (2 cm), first stop the
r machine after sewing the required length y, then press
w the reverse button t.
The required length y has been determined.
Start the machine again and continue sewing until the
machine stops automatically.
t Reverse button
y Required length
y u Starting point
t
Sewing a same-sized darning
u Simply start the machine to sew another darning at the
same size.

NOTE:
To reset the size of the darning, select the other stitch
pattern and reselect the darning stitch.

Adjusting the evenness of darning

Correct the evenness of the darning as follows:
“d5” is the default setting value.
When the right side of the darn is lower than the left side,
press the “+” sign on the stitch length adjusting key q to
set the value to “d6” to “d9”, and make the darn even.
q
When the left side of the darn is lower than the right side,
press the “–” sign on the stitch length adjusting key q to
set the value to “d1” to “d4”, and make the darn even.
q Stitch length adjusting key

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q w e Tacking
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 33
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt

carriers where extra strength is needed.

Start sewing
Start the machine and sew until the machine stops
automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm
q (5/8˝ ) long.
q 1.5 cm (5/8˝)

Sewing a shorter tack

To sew a tack shorter than 1.5 cm (5/8˝), first stop the
machine after sewing the required length, then press the
w reverse button.
The tack length has been determined.
Start the machine again and continue sewing until the
r machine stops automatically.
e w Required length
e Reverse button
r Tack length

Sewing a same-size tacking

Simply start the machine to sew another tack at the same
size.
NOTE:
To reset the size of the tacking, select the other stitch
pattern and reselect the tacking.

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q w e Eyelet
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 34
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

The eyelet is used for belt holes etc.

Starting to sew
Lower the needle at the starting point and lower the
presser foot. Start the machine.
The machine will stop automatically when completed.
q
q Starting point

Open the eyelet with an awl, eyelet punch or pointed

scissors (an awl, eyelet punch or pointed scissors are not
provided with the machine).

Adjusting the shape of an eyelet

Correct the shape of the eyelet as follows:
“L3” is the default setting value.

If the eyelet gap overlaps, press the “+” sign on the stitch
length adjusting key to make the darn even.
q If the eyelet gap opens, press the “–” sign on the stitch
length adjusting key to make the darn even.
q Stitch length adjusting key

NOTE:
The shape can be adjusted within L1 to L5.

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q w e Zipper Sewing
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 00
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
Zipper foot E

Attaching the zipper foot

(A) (B) Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot
holder.
q Groove
w Pin

q (A): To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper
w foot with the pin on the right-hand side.
(B): To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper
foot with the pin on the left-hand side.

Fabric preparation
t Add 1 cm (3/8˝) to the zipper length. This is the overall
opening size.
q Right side of the fabric
w 1 cm (3/8˝)
e Opening size
r Zipper length
e r t End of the zipper opening

q
w

Place the right sides of the fabric together.

o Attach the zigzag foot and seam up to the end of the
i zipper opening, with a 2 cm (13/16˝) seam allowance.
Reverse the stitch to fasten the seam.
t Manually increase the stitch length to 5.0 and baste the
zipper opening with the thread tension loosened to 1-3.
u t End of the zipper opening
y 2 cm (13/16˝)
u Basting
i Reverse stitches
o Seam stitches

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 Start sewing
z
z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam
r allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin.
Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place.
Set the stitch length and thread tension back to the
w
q original setting.
q 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin
w Zipper teeth
e Fold
r End of the zipper opening
t t Opening size

x x Attach the zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand
side.
Lower the foot onto the topside at the end of the
zipper opening so that the needle pierces the fabric
next to the fold and the zipper tape.

CAUTION:
Be sure that the needle does not strike the presser
foot or zipper teeth when the zipper foot is attached.

c c Sew through all layers next to the fold.

Stop the machine 5 cm (2˝) before the foot reaches
the slider on the zipper tape.
Lower the needle slightly into the fabric.
Raise the foot and open the zipper to clear the slider.
Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam.
y y Slider
u 5 cm (2˝)

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 v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with
v the right side facing up.
Attach the Zigzag foot A.
Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 3.5
(default value) and the thread tension dial to 1.
Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
i Basting stitch
o Zipper tape

b b Attach the zipper foot E with the left pin.

Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width to default
value, and thread tension dial to “4”.
!0 Backstitch across the end of the opening 0.7-1 cm
(3/8˝) and turn the fabric 90 degrees.
!0 0.7-1 cm (3/8˝)

CAUTION:
Be sure that the needle does not strike the presser
foot or zipper teeth when the zipper foot is attached.

n n Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding

the zipper teeth along the side edge of the foot.
Stop the machine 5 cm (2˝) before the foot reaches
the slider on the zipper tape. Lower the needle into
the fabric, and raise the foot. Remove the basting
stitches.
!1 5 cm (2˝)
!2 Basting stitches

!1 !2

m m Open the zipper, then lower the foot and stitch the
!3 remainder of the seam.
After sewing is finished, remove the basting stitches
on the upper fabric.
!3 Basting stitches on upper fabric

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q w e Blind Hemming
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 13 or 14
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 (for stitch pattern 13)
4 3 to 6 (for stitch pattern 14)
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to

z
(1) (2) form a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance.
w w q Wrong side of fabric
w 0.5 cm (1/4˝)
q q
(1) On heavyweight fabrics that tend to ravel, the raw
edge should be overcast first.
(2) Fold the hem under the fabric for lightweight
fabrics.
x c x Place the fabric so that the fold is next to the guide on
the foot.
Lower the presser foot.
Adjust the needle drop position if necessary.
r
c Sew while guiding the folded edge.
e Folded edge
e r Guide

NOTE:
If the needle pierces too far left, the stitch will show
through on the right side of the fabric.

v v Open the fabric after sewing is finished.

Adjust the needle drop position as follows:

Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key q to
move the needle to the right.
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key q to
move the needle to the left.
q Stitch width adjusting key
q
The LCD display shows the distance between the
guide and left needle drop position in millimeters.
The needle drop position can be varied from 0.0 to 1.2.

NOTE:
The needle drop position can be moved, but the stitch
width will remain the same.

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 Button Sewing
q w e q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 07
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 7
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Feed dog: Lowered
r

Lower the feed dog.

w
Set the speed control slider at a slower speed.
Set the stitch length at the minimum (0.2).
q Stitch length (0.2)
q
Match the holes of button to the horizontal slot of the
presser foot and lower the foot to hold the button in place.

Adjust the stitch width so the needle will enter the left
hole of the button.
Turn the handwheel so that the needle will enter the right
hole of the button. Readjust the stitch width if necessary.
w Stitch width (adjust to span of holes)

Stitch several times.

After you finish sewing, cut the thread but leave 10 cm (4˝)
of threads at the end.

Pull the bobbin thread to draw the top thread to the

reverse side of the fabric and knot the threads.

After the button sewing is completed, raise the feed dogs

for normal sewing.

q w e Gathering
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 00
w Thread tension dial: 1
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A

Loosen the thread tension to “1” and increase the stitch

length to 5.0.

Sew two rows of straight stitches 0.6 cm (1/4˝) apart.

Knot the threads at the beginning.

Pull the bobbin threads at the end to gather the fabric.

Knot the threads at the end and distribute the gathers

evenly.

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q w e DECORATIVE STITCHING
Shelltuck
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 16 or 18
w Thread tension dial: 6 to 8
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, for example).

Fold the fabric in bias as shown and stitch on the fold.

Allow the needle to barely clear the folded edge to create

a shelled edge.
q Needle
w Fold

If you sew rows of shell tuck, space the rows at least

1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.

You can also sew shell tuck on knits or soft silky woven
q
fabrics, in any direction.
w

q w e Applique
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 35
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
r Presser foot pressure dial: 1 to 3
r * The stitch patterns 36-45 can also be used.

Place an applique on the fabric and baste or pin it in

q place.
Lower the needle at the outer edge of the applique.
Sew while guiding the fabric so the needle falls along the
outer edge of the applique.
q Applique
w Outer edge

w When turning a sharp corner, stop the machine with the

needle at the outer edge of the applique.
Raise the foot and pivot the fabric around the needle to
change the sewing direction.

• Adjusting the stitch width

Select pattern 35（mode 1）.
Press the “–” sign on the stitch width adjusting key e to
decrease the stitch width t.
Press the “+” sign on the stitch width adjusting key e to
e increase the stitch width y.
e Stitch width adjusting key

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 The stitch width will be varied based on the centered
needle drop position r.
r (A) The stitch pattern 41 has a fixed left needle drop
position. When you change the stitch width, the right
t needle drop position will change.
(B) The stitch patterns 35-37 have a fixed center needle
drop position. The stitch width changes symmetrically.
y (C) The stitch patterns 38-40 and 42 have a fixed right
needle drop position. When you change the stitch
width, the left needle drop position will change.

(A) (B) (C)

q w e Pintucking
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 03
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G

Fold the fabric with the wrong sides together.

Place the folded fabric under the blind hem foot.
Align the edge of the fold with the guide on the foot, and
lower the foot.

Sew while guiding the edge of the fold along the guide.
Open the fabric and press the tuck to one side.

Fringing
q w e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 35
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls.

z
Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can
be removed easily.
z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Remove a single
strand of yarn or thread where the fringing is to begin.

x x Sew down the left side so the right hand stitches fall
in the open space.

c c Remove all excess yarn located to the right of the

stitching and create a fringe.

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q w e Drawn Work
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 35
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Drawn work uses the same method as fringing. Choose

z a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be
removed easily.
z Carefully cut the fabric on the grain. Determine the
width of the drawn work and remove one strand of
yarn or fabric thread at each end.

x x Sew down the left side, guiding the fabric so the right
hand stitches fall in open space. After finishing the left
side, turn the fabric around 180°. Sew down the other
side.

c c Remove the yarn or fabric threads between the

stitching.

q w e Cross Stitch
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 77
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* The stitch patterns 78-88 in mode 1 can also be used.

You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns, in

half the time it would take if embroidered by hand.

Use a plain close woven fabric such as linen or wool

flannel. If you use light weight fabric, apply a tear away
backing for support.

q Sew from the center of the design outward.

If you press the auto-lock button before sewing, the

machine will sew one unit of the cross stitch and stop
automatically.
q Auto-lock button

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 w Fagoting
q e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 67
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* The stitch patterns 15, 59, 60, 62, 68 in mode 1 and 10
in mode 2 can also be used.

Use these stitches to join two pieces of fabric to create

q
an open work appearance and add design interest.
Fold under each fabric edge 1.5 cm (5/8˝) and press.
Pin the two edges to paper or tear backing 0.3–0.4 cm
(1/8˝) apart.

Sew slowly, guiding the fabric so the needle catches the

folded edge on each side.
After sewing is finished, tear away the paper.
q 0.3–0.4 cm (1/8˝)
w Paper

q w e French Knots and Candlewick Knots

q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 89, 90 and 91
w Thread tension dial: 5 to 8
e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

Select the stitch pattern 89 in MODE 1 for French knots.

Select the stitch pattern 90 or 91 in MODE 1 for
Candlewick knots.

Tighten the thread tension to 5-8 when sewing.

Scallop Stitch
q w e q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 46
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A
4
* The stitch patterns 66 in mode 1 and 34 in mode 2 can
also be used.

Sew the stitches approximately 1 cm (3/8˝) inside the

fabric edge.
Trim the outside of the stitches as shown. Make sure not
to cut the thread.

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q w Smocking
e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 10
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* The stitch pattern 59 in mode 1 can also be used.

Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment used on

children’s clothes or women’s blouses.

Use a soft and lightweight fabric such as batiste, gingham

or challis.
Cut the fabric three times wider than the projected width.

Select straight stitch, set stitch length at “5.0” and loosen

q the thread tension.
Sew rows of straight stitches 1 cm (3/8˝) apart across the
w area to be smocked. Knot the threads along one edge.
From the other edge, pull the bobbin threads to distribute
the gathers evenly.
q 1 cm (3/8˝)
w Knotted thread

Set the thread tension to 3–6 and select a smocking

e stitch pattern.
Sew the smocking stitch pattern between the rows of
straight stitches.
Remove the straight stitches by pulling them out.
e Straight stitch

Stippling Stitch
q w e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 04
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* The stitch patterns 02, 03 and 05 in mode 2 can also
be used.

A pre-programmed stippling stitch is a fast and easy

method to quilt small areas.
Place a batting (wadding) between quilt top and backing
fabric.

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q w Clasp Stitches
e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 12 or 13
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F

You can close quilt layers and using the clasp stitch.
Select the clasp stitch.
Press the auto-lock button.
Start sewing.
The machine sews clasp stitch and locking stitch then
stops automatically.
q q Auto-lock button

Satin Stitches
q w e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 31
w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* The stitch patterns 29-30 and 32-44 in mode 2 can also
be used.

For better sewing results, interfacing should be used

on the wrong side of the fabric when you use stretch or
elastic fabrics.
Press the auto-lock button to finish the end of the pattern.
q Auto-lock button

q w Decorative Stitches
e
q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: 53
w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6
4 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F
* Stitch patterns 45 to 98 in mode 2 can also be used.

For the best sewing results, carefully align and guide the
fabric when you sew with decorative stitches.
Use a tear-way backing if necessary.

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 PROGRAMMING PATTERNS AND
LETTERS
NOTE:
• Patterns in the different mode, letters and numbers
can also be programmed.
• Stitch length and width cannot be adjusted when
programming a pattern combination.
• Up to 50 stitch patterns combination can be
memorized.

Programming the Auto-lock Stitch

Example: Pattern #31 (mode 2)

z z Select pattern 31 (mode 2).

x x Press the memory key.

The cursor appears under the stitch pattern number,
and the pattern number starts blinking. This indicates
that the stitch pattern 31 is memorized.
q The number q which appears above the stitch length
key indicates the sequence number of the stitch
pattern in the combination. The programmed pattern
combination will be sewn in this sequence.
q Sequence number
c c Select pattern 99 (mode 2).

v v Press the memory key.

b b Place the fabric and sew.

The machine will sew a locking stitch, stitch pattern
31, locking stitch and stop.

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 Programming the Pattern Combination
Example: Pattern #33, 37 and 34 (mode 2)

z z Select pattern 33 (mode 2).

x x Press memory key, and the stitch pattern 33 is

memorized.

c c Select pattern 37 (mode 2). Press the memory key.

v v Select pattern 34 (mode 2). Press the memory key.

b b Start sewing.
Combination of patterns 33, 37 and 34 will be sewn
repeatedly.
q
NOTE:
If you press the auto-lock button in the middle of
sewing, the machine will sew to the end of the current
pattern, sew locking stitches and stop automatically.
q Auto-lock button

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 Deleting or Inserting a Pattern (letter)
Example: To delete the pattern “ ” from the pattern
z combination “ ” and insert the pattern “ ”.

z Refer to procedure z to v on page 53, “Programming

the Pattern Combination” to enter the stitch patterns
33, 37 and 34 in mode 2.
x w e x Press “–” on the stitch width adjusting key q. The
number w which appears above the stitch width
adjusting key indicates the sequence number of the
stitch pattern in the combination, and the number e
above the stitch length adjusting key indicates the
r total number of the pattens in the combination.
The green light r indicates the mode of the stitch
pattern.
q
c y t c Press “–” on the stitch width adjusting key q. The
sequence number indicates “02” t, the stitch pattern
number indicates “37” y, and the green light indicates
the mode u of the stitch pattern “37”.

q
v v Press the clear key. The stitch pattern 37 ( ) is
deleted from the pattern combination.

b b Enter “31” in mode 2 to select stitch pattern 31 ( ).

Press the memory key to insert the stitch pattern 31
between the stitch patterns 33 and 34.

Programming Auto-thread Cutting

Example: Auto-thread cutting with patterns #33, 37 and
x c 34 (mode 2)

z Refer to procedure z to v on page 55, “Programming

w q the Pattern Combination” to enter the stitch patterns
33, 37 and 34 in mode 2.

x Press the thread cutter memory key q.

c The thread cutter mark w appears on the LCD

display.
Start sewing. A pattern combination series will
be sewn and the machine will trim the threads
automatically after locking stitch.

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 Inserting Space between Patterns
Example: Patterns #34 in mode 2 and #99 in mode A.
z Select pattern 34 in mode 2.
x Press the memory key.
c Select pattern 99 in mode A.
v Press the memory key.
b Start sewing. A 5 mm space will be inserted between
the patterns.
Spaces
Pattern #97 (MODE A) Approximately 2.5 mm
Pattern #98 (MODE A) Approximately 3.5 mm
Pattern #99 (MODE A) Approximately 5 mm

Programming Letters
z
In mode A or À, you can program text by entering the
number of alphabets.
To program numbers, alphabets or symbols, enter the
mode A.
To prgram European accented letters, enter the mode À.
Use the stitch chart for refering the number of alphabets.
Example: To program “Deppé”
z Press the mode key to enter mode A.
Enter 13 to select upper case letter “ D”.
Press the memory key.

x x Enter 40 to select lower case letter “e”.

Press the memory key.

c c Enter 51 to select lower case letter “p”.

Press the memory key.

v v Enter 51 to select lower case letter “p”.

Press the memory key.

b b Press the mode key to enter mode À.

The 3 lights will lit at the same time.
Enter 53 to select lower case letter “é”.
Press the memory key.

n n Start sewing.
A pattern series will be sewn.

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 Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns
The sewing results of stretch stitch patterns may vary
depending on sewing conditions, such as sewing speed,
fabric type, number of layers etc.
q
If stretch stitch patterns are deformed, correct them by
turning the feed balancing dial with the screwdriver.

If the pattern is compressed, turn the dial in the direction

of “+”.
(+) (–) If the pattern is drawn out, turn the dial in the direction of
“–”.
q Feed balancing dial

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 CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
z q Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog

WARNING:
w Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine
before cleaning.
q Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained
in this section.

x CAUTION:
Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near
a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight. Store the machine
in cool dry place.

NOTE:
Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and
e neutral soap.

c Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle, turn

r the power switch off, then unplug the sewing machine.
Remove the needle and presser foot.
Remove the hook cover plate by sliding the hook cover
e plate release button to the right. Take out the bobbin.
Brush out dust and lint. (You may also use a vacuum
cleaner.)
v r z Remove the setscrews on the needle plate with the
screwdriver supplied with the machine. Remove the
t
needle plate.
q Setscrew
w Needle plate

x Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.

y e Bobbin holder

c Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush.

b r Lint brush

v Clean the feed dog and hook race with the lint brush.
t Feed dog
y Hook race

b Clean the inside of the hook race with a dry cloth.

y
You may also use a vacuum cleaner.

Installing the Bobbin Holder

z z Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits next to
e the stopper in the hook race.
q Bobbin holder
w Knob
e Stopper

w
q

x x Attach the needle plate with the setscrews.

r
After cleaning the machine, make sure the needle and
presser foot are attached.
r Needle plate
t Setscrew

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Problems and Warning Signals
If a buzzer sounds and the LCD display shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below.

Warning Sign Cause Try this

1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot Disconnect the foot control.
control connected.
Contact the service center
2. The foot control is out of order. or the store from whom the
machine was purchased.
(The foot control sign keeps blinking.)

The machine is started the with the presser foot Lower the presser foot and
raised. start the machine again.

The bobbin winder spindle is shifted to the right. Shift the bobbin winder spindle
to the left for stitching.

The machine will stop if the buttonhole is sewn Lower the buttonhole lever
without lowering the buttonhole lever. and start the machine again.

The machine is started after halting due to overload. Wait for at least 15 seconds to
restart.
Turn the power switch OFF.
Remove tangled threads around
take-up lever, hook race.
(E1-E7) The machine does not work properly due to a Contact the service center
problem in the control circuit. or the store from whom the
machine was purchased.

Audible Signal The Buzzer sounds when:

pip Normal operation.
pip-pip-pip Invalid operation or malfunction.
peep E1-E7 error occurred.
pip pi-pi-pi-peep Buttonhole is completed.

It is not abnormal that a faint humming sound comes out from inside the machine.
LCD display may get warm when the machine has been used for hours.

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Troubleshooting
Condition Cause Reference
The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 19
breaks 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. Pages 12-13
3. The needle is bent or blunt. Page 15
4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 15
5. The needle threads is not set under the presser foot when start Page 22
sewing.
6. The thread is either too heavy or too fine for the needle. Page 15
The bobbin thread 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder. Page 18
breaks 2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. Page 57
3. The bobbin is damaged and does not turn smoothly. Change the bobbin.
4. The thread is wound loosely on the bobbin. Page 17
The needle breaks 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted. Page 15
2. The needle clamp screw is loose. Page 15
3. The threads were not drawn to the rear after sewing. Page 22
4. The needle is too fine for the fabric being used. Page 15
5. An inappropriate presser foot is used. Use the correct foot.
Skipped stitches 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted, bent or blunt. Page 15
2. The needle and/or threads are not suitable for the work being sewn. Page 15
3. A blue tip needle is not being used for sewing stretch, very fine Use the stretch
fabrics and synthetics. stitch needle.
4. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 19
5. A poor quality needle is used. Change the needle.
Seam puckering 1. The needle thread tension is too tight. Pages 12-13
2. The needle thread is not threaded properly. Page 19
3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn. Page 15
4. The stitch length is too long for the fabric. Make stitch shorter.
5. A stabilizer is not used when sewing very fine fabrics. Apply a stabilizer.
The fabric is not 1. The feed dog is packed with lint. Page 57
feeding smoothly 2. The stitches are too fine. Make stitch longer.
3. The feed dog is not raised after “drop feed” sewing. Page 14
Loops on the 1. The needle thread tension is too loose. Pages 12-13
seams 2. The needle is too thick or too fine for the fabric. Page 15
The machine does 1. The machine is not plugged in. Page 6
not work 2. Thread has been caught in the hook race. Page 57
3. The bobbin winder spindle is not returned to the left after bobbin Page 17
winding.
Buttonhole sewing 1. The stitch density is not suitable for the fabric being sewn. Page 33
is not sewn 2. The interfacing has not been used for the stretch or synthetic fabric. Apply an interfacing.
properly
3. The buttonhole lever is not lowered. Page 32
The machine is 1. Thread has been caught in the hook race. Page 57
noisy 2. Lint has built up in the hook race or bobbin holder. Page 57

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MODE 1

MODE 2

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Stitch Chart

MODE A

MODE À

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