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    90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) No. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" 4 Zipper foot "I" 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11
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    the operation buttons to start the sewing machine and raise and lower the needle. (page Cover D) 0 Operation panel Select a stitch from those that appear in the operation panel. (page Cover E) A Bobbin winder Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. B Bobbin thread spool pin Place the spool
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    balance wheel toward you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. 3 Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. 4 Power supply jack Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply jack. 5 Foot controller jack Insert the plug on the end of
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    the bobbin threads. For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 49). 3 Needle position button Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. 4 Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at
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    , located on the front of the sewing machine, consists of various buttons and sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn. 1 2 45 6 3 78 9 1 Stitches There are 50 stitches. Select stitch 00-49. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the
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    002 2. Quilting guide Part code: SA132, XC2215-002 3. Guide foot Part code: SA133, XC1957-002 4. Walking foot Part code: SA140, XC2214-002 5. Quilting foot Part code: SA129, XC1948-002 Memo ● To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative or the nearest authorized service
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    thread the needle. 2 Simple bobbin-winding The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread. (page 12) 3 Built-in stitches You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches. (page 58) 4 One-touch lower threading You can start sewing without
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    E Optional Accessories ...1 Introduction ...2 Sewing Machine Features ...2 Contents ...3 Important Safety Instructions 6 GETTING READY 9 Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Power supply precautions ...10 Turning on the machine ...11 Turning off the machine ...11 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 12 Bobbin
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    even seam allowance ...55 UTILITY STITCHES 57 Selecting Stitching ...58 Selecting stitching ...58 Overcasting Stitches ...60 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G 60 Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J 61 Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter 62
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX ...95 Stitch Settings ...96 Utility stitches ...96 Maintenance ...100 Cleaning the machine surface ...100 Cleaning the shuttle ...100 Troubleshooting ...102 Error messages ...106 Operation beep ...106 Changing the needle stop position
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    threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. This sewing machine is
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA
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    sewing. Do not touch the hand wheel, thread take- up lever, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is completed • Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts • A power failure occurs during use • Maintaining the machine
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    BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off 10 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 12 Upper Threading ...18 Replacing the Needle 30 Replacing the Presser Foot 35 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turning on the machine Make sure that the sewing machine is turned 1 off (the main power switch is set to "O"), and then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. Insert the plug of the power supply cord into
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    (7/16 inch) This model Older model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread. Turn on the sewing machine. 1 Swing up the bobbin thread spool pin. 3 Move the bobbin thread spool pin up as far as possible. 1 Open the bobbin winder cover at the top on 2 the
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 5 Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto 6 the bobbin thread spool catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break. Slide the spool cap onto the bobbin thread 7 spool pin. With the rounded side of
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    to the right and pass it through 0 the slit in the bobbin winder seat. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 2 1 Spool net 2 Spool 3 Spool pin 4 Spool cap Pull out some thread, and then thread the 8 thread guide for bobbin winding. Hold the thread with both hands, and then securely pass the
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    . g Swing down the bobbin thread spool pin, h close the bobbin winder cover, and then slide the sewing speed controller back to its original position. Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking
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    STITCHES GETTING READY CONTENTS Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Reattach the bobbin cover. 7 Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. 2 1 X The lower threading is finished. Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in "
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    . CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. About the spool of thread With this sewing machine, a spool of thread can be loaded into the enclosed thread
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION ● Two spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may
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    cassette eject lever X The thread cassette is raised. • If the sewing machine is turned off, the thread cassette will not be ejected correctly. the down end of the spool pin. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Pull the cover of the thread cassette out needle may break. 20 INDEX
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES While holding the end of the thread with your 8 right hand and the thread cassette with your left hand, close the cover. • When using special
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    Memo ● The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. 1 ● Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or less cannot be used with the needle threader. 2 ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle. ● If the needle threader cannot be
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES • If the needle is not raised to the correct position, the needle cannot be threaded with the needle threader. Be sure to check that the thread cassette indicator is lit up in green before inserting the thread cassette. Insert the thread
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Close the thread cassette compartment cover. 5 finished, you are ready to begin sewing. Note ● When inserting the thread cassette into its compartment, slowly press it down. ● If the sewing machine could not be threaded, try performing
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    with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. Remove the needle. 1 • Refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). • When using the wing needle, the twin needle or thread that cannot be used with the needle threader, be sure to remove the needle, otherwise the machine may be damaged
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    that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 96). CAUTION ● Only use the twin needle (Part code : X59296-051). Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries
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    • The needle threader cannot be used. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged. Install the twin needle. 6 • For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). Manually thread the left needle with the 7 thread for the left side of the stitch. • For
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    a • For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 45). X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other. Note ● When changing the sewing direction, press (needle position button) to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. 1 • Refer to steps 1 through 5 of "Installing the bobbin" (page 16). Pass the bobbin thread
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    GETTING READY CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is
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    . ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. CAUTION ● The
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    parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. 1 1 Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. 2 With the flat side of the needle toward the 5 rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES While holding the needle with your left hand, 6 use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. ■ Using the needle-changing tool Use the enclosed needle-changing tool to replace the needle as described below. Install the twin needle in the
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Lower the needle-changing tool. 4 Insert the needle until it touches the needle 7 stopper, and then use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. CONTENTS X The needle can be removed from the needle bar. Insert the new needle into
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    stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break. ● Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine. Replacing the presser foot Replace
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES GETTING READY Press the black button at the back of the 4 presser foot holder. 1 Raise the presser foot lever to check that the 7 presser foot is securely attached. CONTENTS 2 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases
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    the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder. ■ Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot. 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page
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    the needle. GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 2 1 Connecting fork 2 Needle clamp screw Lower the presser foot lever, insert the presser 3 foot holder screw, and then tighten the screw with the screwdriver. 1 1 Needle position button X The needle is raised. Turn off the sewing machine
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    details, refer to "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 37). Memo ● Only the straight stitch (with reinforcement stitching) and the zigzag stitch can be used with the walking foot. For details on the stitches, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 96). Replacing the Presser Foot 39 APPENDIX INDEX
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    left. 1 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX X With the flap removed, free-arm sewing is possible. Pull the sliding leg (at the bottom of the 2 machine) out toward you. 1 1 Sliding leg • During free-arm sewing, be sure to pull out the sliding leg. Slide the part that you wish to
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing ...42 Adjusting the Thread Tension 50 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length 51 Useful Sewing Tips 53 APPENDIX INDEX
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    STITCHES SEWING BASICS Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts
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    sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 11). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach
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    . Turn on the sewing machine. 1 CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES The straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected. Press 2 (needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. Lower the presser foot lever. 5 1 1 Needle position button Place the
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    the stitching is reached, 3 press (start/stop button) once. X The machine stops sewing with the needle down (in the fabric). When you are finished sewing, raise the 4 needle, and then cut the threads. • For details, refer to "Cutting the thread" (page 49). ■ Using the foot controller Sewing can
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    Slower Faster • Slowly press down on the foot controller. Pressing it down hard starts sewing too quickly. X The machine starts sewing. When the end of the stitching is reached, 6 completely release the foot controller. X The machine stops sewing with the needle lowered (in the fabric). INDEX 46
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    back to the beginning of the 4 stitching, release the reverse/reinforcement stitch button. X The machine stops sewing. Press (start/stop button), or press down 5 on the foot controller. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. 1 1 Start/stop button • For details, refer to
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    pressed, the machine sews at a low speed. X The machine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction. After sewing to the end of the stitching, the 9 sewing machine stops. Release the start/stop button or foot controller. 1 3 1 2 ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Needle position button X The needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 1 1 Thread cutter button X The threads are cut and the needle is raised. Raise the presser foot lever. 2 1 1 Presser foot lever Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread tension) should be adjusted so that they are equal. Changing the tension of the upper thread If the thread and needle combination is correct
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    not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. 1 2 3 1 Stitch width adjustment indicator 2 Stitch width adjustment button 3 Stitch width adjustment slider ■ Changing the needle position With the straight stitch (left needle position) and the triple
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    stitch • To automatically select the stitch length most appropriate for the selected stitch, press the stitch length adjustment button again. CAUTION ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle
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    project. Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the 1 sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up when the machine stopped sewing, press (needle position button) to lower the needle. Raise the presser foot lever, and then
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    is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break. CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot "J" is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser
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    from the edge of the fabric. 1 2 1 Seam 2 Presser foot ■ Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking The markings on the needle plate show the distance from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch (left needle position). Sew while keeping the edge of the fabric aligned with
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES SEWING BASICS 56 APPENDIX INDEX
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    chapter. Selecting Stitching 58 Overcasting Stitches 60 Basic Stitching ...64 Blind Hem Stitching 65 Buttonhole Stitching 67 Zipper Insertion ...73 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape 77 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching 79 Reinforcement Stitching 85 Eyelet Stitching...87 Decorative
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    be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 96). Attach the presser foot. 3 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Turn on the sewing machine. 4 X The stitch is selected. If necessary, width and length adjust the stitch 6 length, etc. • For details on
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES To adjust the stitch width, slide the stitch 2 width adjustment slider to the left or right. Press the stitch width adjustment button, and then slide the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width. 1 2 3 4 5 1 Stitch width adjustment
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    32-3/16) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) Attach overcasting foot "G". 1 G Sew with the edge of the fabric against the 4 presser foot guide. 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select a stitch. 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Position the fabric with the
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    STITCHES Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J" Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Zigzag stitch (center needle
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    ) (1/16-3/16) Sewing zigzag stitches while cutting 3.5 3.5-5.0 1.4 0.0-4.0 the fabric (1/8) (1/8-3/16) (1/16) (0-3/16) Hook the connecting fork of the side cutter 2 onto the needle clamp screw. 1 APPENDIX Remove the presser foot. 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35
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    raised, the needle threader will hit the presser foot, which may result in damages. Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, 5 and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. 8 The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of
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    stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (left needle position) Basic stitching and sewing gathers
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    • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select a stitch. 4 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Position the fabric with the edge of the folded 5 hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. R 1 3 2 1 Wrong side of
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    This makes the stitch narrower to move the needle away from the fold. 1 2 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length" (page 51). Sew with the fold of the hem against the 7 presser foot guide. Remove the
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    and buttons can be sewn on. Five stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Horizontal buttonholes on thin and 5.0 3.0-5.0 0.4 0.2-1.0 mediumweight fabrics
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    shown below. 1 1 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 1 Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 3 4 A 1 Button guide plate 2 Presser foot scale 3 Pin 4 Marks on buttonhole foot 5 5 mm (3/16 inch
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    mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. 1 2 1 10 mm (3/8 inch) 2 15 mm (9/16 inch) X The size of the buttonhole is set. Attach buttonhole foot "A". 3 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select a stitch. 4 • For details, refer to
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES UTILITY STITCHES CONTENTS Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 8 fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original 9 position. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at 0 the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching
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    of the machine). Attach buttonhole foot "A". 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch 3 or . Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the 4 gimp thread. Lower the presser foot lever and the 5 buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. When sewing is
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    the button so that the needle goes into the two holes toward the rear of the sewing machine, and then sew them in the same way. Start sewing. 9 • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at
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    Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Straight stitch (center needle position) Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and pintucks - - 2.5 0.2-5.0 (3/32) (1/64
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    not touch the presser foot. If a different stitch is selected or the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Topstitch around the zipper. 7 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch
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    the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever, and then open the zipper and continue sewing. 1 Pin on the right side 2 Needle drop point • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch . 7 • For details, refer
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    , stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever. Remove the basting stitching, open the zipper, d and then continue sewing. CONTENTS 1 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 1 Basting stitching Attach the presser foot holder to the
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    when performing each of the following stitching operations. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". 1 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch . 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Sew the fabric without stretching it. 3 Elastic
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES UTILITY STITCHES Select stitch . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while 4 stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot
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    stop the machine with the needle in the fabric just outside of the appliqué, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric as needed to change the sewing direction. APPENDIX INDEX 1 1 Basting stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". 4 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page
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    1 fabric that you wish to piece together. Attach zigzag foot "J". 2 J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch 3 or . • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned 4 with the edge of the fabric. ■ For
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    the needle position), adjust the stitch width. Quilting Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric is called "quilting". Quilts can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. Baste the fabric to be quilted. 1 Attach the walking foot. 2 • For
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    the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Free-motion quilting With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. The optional quilting foot is needed
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    1 1 Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a 5 stitch. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and 6 then move the fabric to follow the
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    , refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch . 2 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Start sewing. 3 • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 45). Determine the desired length of the bar tack. 1 Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the
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    , otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the 7 fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original 8 position. Memo ● If
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    Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0, 6.0 or 7.0 5.0 (1/4, (1/4) 15/64 or - - 3/16) Presser Foot N Attach monogramming foot "N". 1 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Start sewing. 5 X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Decorative Stitching Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Presser Foot Fagoting stitch Sewing two pieces
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    3 4 mm (3/16 inch) Attach zigzag foot "J". 3 J After sewing is finished, remove the paper. 7 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch 4 or . • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). 5 • For
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    Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the 2 stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen the thread tension. • For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch length" (page 52) and "Changing the tension of the upper thread" (page 50). Sew parallel stitching
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    over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. Attach zigzag foot "J". 1 J Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. 7 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Sew together the right sides of the two pieces 2 of fabric, and then open
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    weave fabrics. Install the wing needle. 1 • Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle. • For details on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). • The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the
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    section 6 so that it looks like the previous stitching. N 1 1 4 mm (3/16 inch) Attach monogramming foot "N". 2 • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 35). Select stitch . 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 58). Sew along the center of the unfrayed section
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES UTILITY STITCHES 94 APPENDIX INDEX
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    CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 4 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings ...96 Maintenance ...100 Troubleshooting 102 Error messages ...106 Changing the needle stop position 107 Index ...108 APPENDIX
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    Left Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Straight stitch Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch Overcasting stitch Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch Satin scallop stitch J Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks
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    READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Joining stitch Fagoting stitch Decorative stitch J Patchwork
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch Eyelet stitch Piecing
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    GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Presser Foot Twin Needle Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Walking Foot Side cutter Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitches Satin stitches N For decoration
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    the sewing machine. 1 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. Grasp both sides of the needle plate
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    SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Turn you. Turning the balance wheel away from you may damage the machine. Remove the shuttle. 4 Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new shuttle (part code: XC3153-051), contact your nearest authorized service
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    UTILITY STITCHES Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The sewing machine does not operate. The needle breaks
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    a burr on it. Replace the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. The shuttle is scratched, or has a burr on it. Replace the shuttle. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used
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    . Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. Press the needle position button. The thread cassette indicator lights up in green. Correctly install the needle. Attach the presser foot that is appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew. Adjust the tension of the upper
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    you wish to sew. Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the shuttle, clean the shuttle. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Reference page 83 page 52 page 96 page 100 - GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX INDEX Troubleshooting 105
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    APPENDIX CONTENTS GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES Error messages If the start/stop button is pressed before the sewing machine is correctly set up or if an operation is performed incorrectly, an error message appears in the stitch indicator. Follow the instructions that appear. If
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    is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Turn off the sewing machine. 1 While pressing the left stitch selection key 2 ( ), turn on the sewing machine. X The needle stop position changes to the
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    winder shaft spring 12 bobbin-winding 12 button sewing 71 buttonhole foot 69 buttonhole lever C, 69, 86 buttonhole stitching 67 C C key Cover E changing sewing direction 53 changing the needle 32 changing the needle stop position 107 cleaning 106 cleaning brush Cover A, 101 crazy quilt
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    guide for bobbin winding Cover B thread guide plate Cover B thread tension 50 thread tension dial Cover B, 50 trial sewing 53 triple stretch stitch 85 troubleshooting 102 twin needle Cover A, 33 U upper thread 18 upper thread tension 50 V vertical spool pin Cover A W walking foot 38
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