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  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 1
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 2
    , changing the needle, threading the bobbin, changing the presser foot or changing the light. 10.Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 11.Never drop or insert
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    presser feet, needle or other parts to assure correct installation. For repair or adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting guide in the back of this operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists
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    CONTENTS INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...1-2 CONTENTS...3-5 ACCESSORIES ...6 PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE 7 FOOT CONTROL ...8 OPERATION BUTTONS...9-11 START/STOP button...9 Thread Snips ...9 Reverse button ...10 Auto-lock button ...10 Needle position button ...11 FUNCTION BUTTONS ...12-15
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    to raise / lower presser foot 47 USEFUL SEWING TIPS...48 Sewing corners...48 STITCHES SELECTING SEWING ...56 BUTTONHOLE STITCHING ...57-60 Making a one-step buttonhole 57-60 Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics 60 BAR TACK STITCH...61-62 EYELET STITCH...63 DARNING STITCH...64-65 4 INSTRUCTIONS
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    -87 Warning animation message display 84-85 Instruction animation message display 86 Warning beeping sound ...87 Beeping sound ...87 MAINTENANCE ...88-89 Cleaning the LCD screen ...88 Cleaning the sewing machine surface 88 Cleaning the hook ...88-89 TROUBLESHOOTING ...90-91 STITCH REFERENCE CHART
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    ACCESSORIES 1. Standard Presser Foot 0A 2. Zipper Foot 4 3. Gathering Foot 4. Rolled Hem Foot 7 5. Three-groove Cording Foot 6. Fancy Stitch Foot 1A 7. Buttonhole Foot 8. Blindhem Foot 3 9. Fancy Stitch Foot 2A 10. Pack of needles 11. Bobbin (3X) 12. Net 13. Edge/quilting guide 14. Cone holder (2X)
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    THE MACHINE Bobbin thread guide Sewing speed control Stitch chart Presser foot pressure dial Operation buttons Face plate Thread cutter Buttonhole lever Needle threader Needle plate Sewing table and accessory box Drop feed lever Spool pins Retractable thread guide Bobbin winder Bobbin winder
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    control plug and the power supply cord into their appointed connectors on the sewing machine. Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly depress the foot control to start sewing. Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine. By tapping the foot control one time will allow the needle to go
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    either connected or disconnected. Use the sewing speed control to adjust the sewing speed. To increase the speed, slide the lever to the right; to decrease the sewing speed, slide the lever to the left. Press this button after finishing sewing and the machine will trim the threads. 9 INSTRUCTIONS
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    machine will sew forward after the button is released. The reverse button can be used to sew reinforcement stitch sews at a low speed and the machine will automatically the machine will immediately sew 3 machine at the end of the current stitch or to sew button, the machine will sew 3 locking stitches
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    ) will point upward and the needle will stop in the highest position. When you press the button so that the arrow points downward " ", the machine will stop with the needle in the lowest position. Pressing the needle position button once will raise or lower the needle. Pressing the needle position
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    Mirror image button Elongation button Bobbin winding button Key lock button FUNC selection button Stitch width adjustment buttons When you select a stitch, the machine will automatically set the right position "9.0". The pre-set center needle position will be indicated as "4.5". 12 INSTRUCTIONS
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 14
    "0.0-5.0". Note: Certain stitches have a limited stitch length range. When you select a stitch the machine will automatically set the recommended thread tension which will be indicated by numbers on the LCD screen. the tension, press the button "­" to the next number down. Loose 13 INSTRUCTIONS
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 15
    the Function and Selection buttons cannot be operated. Put the empty bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft. Push the bobbin winder switch to the left. Press the " " button to wind the bobbin. The LED light will be on while the bobbin is winding. Bobbin can wind in any operation mode. 14 INSTRUCTIONS
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    49 from the Group 2-B stitches. LED light will turn on. The machine will continue to sew the reflected stitch until the mirror image button is pressed again or the needle sewing. Note: Group 1-A stitch 0, 8, 9 and Group 2-B stitches 27-49 cannot be used with twin needle function. 15 INSTRUCTIONS
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    14). Then press the two numbers of the desired stitch from the stitch chart. For example: For Group 2-B press FUNC then button 2. Press 92. 16 INSTRUCTIONS
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    stitch to be modified. Press the " " button to enter the editing mode, the LED light will turn on. Manual setting function of the stitch width, stitch length, mirror and Auto-lock for these memorized stitches can be changed. or erase one character or stitch. See page 82 for details. 17 INSTRUCTIONS
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    connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and the frequency shown on the machine is conforming to your electrical power. Place the machine on a stable table. 1. Connect the power cord to the machine by inserting the plug into the power supply connector. 2. Connect the power cord plug
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    another location, be sure to turn it off. 1. Make sure the machine is not sewing. 2. Press the left side of the main power switch on the right of the machine, the power switch is OFF ("O"). The lamp goes off when the machine is turned off. 3. Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 21
    UNDERSTANDING THE LCD SCREEN Stitch Single needle Mirror Group mode Stitch Tension Auto-lock Needle up position Bobbin winding Suggested presser foot and identification letter Sound on/off Stitch length Needle position Reverse Twin needle Group mode Stitch number Stitch Tension Alphabet Single
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    THE LCD SCREEN Elongation Auto-stop Mirror Stitch Stitch number Magnification Tension Stitch width Stitch length Bobbin winding Single needle Sound on/off Needle up position Suggested presser foot and identification letter Memory Memory group Number of current unit Total number of unit Stitch
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    winder motor, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. Follow the steps for "Winding The Bobbin" except place the thread for the bobbin through the thread guide opening not in use being careful not to tangle thread. 4 3 2 6 5 1 11 87 Bobbin winding a b 1 2 9 1. Align the groove (a) in the
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    above the spool of thread from back to front. 4 5. Place the thread through the appropriate thread guide opening for the spool pin that is being used. 5 6. Pass the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder tension disc, as illustrated. Make sure the thread is under the disc securely. 6 7. Wind the
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    automatically when it is full, and the bobbin winder switch returns to the orginal position. Remove the bobbin then cut the thread on the thread cutter. Attention: Since this machine is equipped with an independent bobbin winder the sewing speed controller does not effect the winding speed
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    . 1. Open the hinged cover. 1 2. It is important to be sure that the bobbin is turning in a clockwise direction (arrow). 2 3. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the bobbin turns in a clockwise direction. 3 4. Pull the thread through the slot, to the left and then right
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    INSERTING THE BOBBIN 5. Pull the bobbin thread through the metal hook using a clockwise motion. 5 6. Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch. Insert the bobbin case fully into the shuttle race and release the latch. 6 7. Close the hinged cover. 7 26 GETTING READY
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    upper thread Note: It is important to thread the machine correctly. Improper threading could result in several sewing problems. 2 4 1 3 5 7 6 8 9 10 Before threading the machine, raise the needle to its highest point and raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. 1. Slide the spool
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    pulling the thread through the pretension spring as illustrated. 4 5. Pull the thread downward from the thread guide. 5 6. Draw the thread down through the right slot, pulling into the tension discs. Bring it down, around the U-turn from right to left, then pull
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    behind the flat, horizontal thread guide and then through the thread guide above the needle. 8 9. Insert the end of the thread through the eye of the needle from front to back or use the needle threader to thread the needle. (See next page for needle threader instructions.) 9 10.Place the thread
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    : Turn power switch to the OFF position ("O"). Raise the needle to its highest position and lower the presser foot. 1. Lower the needle threader lever slowly and draw the thread through the thread guide as illustrated and then to the right. 2. Pivot the needle threader into the threading position so
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    UPPER THREADING Using the thread net 1 If using special threads which wind quickly off the thread spool, attach a net to the spool before using. * Cut the net to match the size of the spool. NET Thread spool Spool pin 2 Spool cap 4 3 31 GETTING READY
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    thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising the needle. 1 2. Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. The bobbin thread will come up in a loop. 2 3. Pull both threads to the back under the
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    after finishing sewing and the machine will trim the threads. Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut the threads. Raise the presser foot. Remove bent or damaged needle can cause skipped stitches, damage fabric or break while sewing. To check the needle, place the flat side of the needle on
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    foot holder (b) until the notch (c) is directly above the pin (d). Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (e) will engage automatically. Removing the presser foot Raise the presser foot. Press down on the front of the presser foot by hand. The foot will disengage. 34 GETTING READY
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    , suggesting opportunities for more creativity) PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION NEEDLE PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION NEEDLE Standard presser foot with DFS General sewing, Patchwork stitches, Decorative stitching, Smocking, Fagoting, etc. Satin stitch sewing, Decorative stitching. Inserting zippers Fancy
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    CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Two-step presser foot lifter 1. The presser foot lever raises and lowers the presser foot. 1 2. When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy positioning of the work. 2 36 GETTING READY
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    sewing checked, striped or plaid fabrics, as well as quilt layers. It is also helpful when sewing presser foot. Lower the DFS mechanism slowly. Swing the DFS mechanism forward under the back of the presser foot until it is engaged and stays in the lowered position. Attention: Only use presser feet
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    to the rear to disengage. Push the DFS mechanism up. Fabric positioning Place fabric flat on top of needle plate and position the fabric under presser foot. While holding the thread tails with left hand turn handwheel with right hand to insert the needle into the fabric. Lower the
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    STITCH CHART On the chart below, the portion marked in gray shows a single unit of each stitch. Stitches Group 1-A 10 Stitches (Direct Selection) Group 2-B 93 Stitches Group 3-C 25 Stitches 39 SEWING BASICS
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    STITCH CHART Group 4-D 79 Stitches Alphabets 40 SEWING BASICS
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    MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD 9-11 (70-75) Lightweight , fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker threads are used for sewing heavy fabrics. - Always test thread and needle size on a small piece
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    fabric. Surface 1. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. Wrong side Upper thread 1 Bobbin thread Wrong side Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread Wrong side Upper thread 3 Bobbin thread Wrong side Upper thread 4 Bobbin thread Surface 2. Upper thread tension is too loose for
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    "­". For a longer stitch, press the right side of button "+". The stitch length can be adjusted between "0.0-5.0". Note: Certain stitches have a limited stitch length range. 43 SEWING BASICS
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    BALANCE ADJUSTMENT If decorative stitches, letters, numbers or the manual buttonhole are uneven when sewn on a particular fabric, Buttonhole is less dense, correct by turning the dial to "+". Note: Always test sew the stitch on a piece of fabric that is the same as the fabric used for your project.
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 46
    is on the top of the face plate, and can be used to adjust the presser foot pressure. The presser foot pressure of the machine has been preset and usually requires no particular adjustment. For regular sewing of most fabrics, the dial should be set near "1". However, when working with heavyweight or
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 47
    stitching is used to secure the threads at the beginning and at the end of a seam. Press the reverse button and sew 4-5 stitches. The machine will sew forward when the button is released. Free arm sewing Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs. 46
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    dogs With the sewing table off the machine, the feed dog adjustment lever is located at the base of the free-arm in the front of the machine. a b extremely helpful when sewing applique, patchwork and quilting since it allows you to handle the fabric while your knee controls the presser foot. Match
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    sewing machine when you reach a corner. 2. Lower the needle into the 5 fabric manually or by pressing the needle up/down button till needle is in down position. 3. Raise the presser foot. 4. Use the needle as a pivot and turn the fabric. 5. Lower the presser foot and resume sewing. 48 SEWING
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    accessory compartment. * For details on the stitches that can be sewn with a twin needle, refer to "Stitch Reference Chart" beginning on page 92. 3. Attach the correct presser foot for the selected stitch. * For details, refer to "Changing the Presser Foot" on page 34. 4. Turn on the sewing machine
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    BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches and needle position Zigzag stitches Changing the needle position This setting can be applied only to stitches 1-4 from Group 1-A, Group 2-B stitches 00-05, 27-29, Group 3-C stitch 00-02, 04, 18 and Group 4-D stitch 50. The pre-set position is "4.5", center
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    be used as a bold, decorative top stitch. Straight stretch stitch is used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. Use it to sew stress areas such as the crotch seams in pants or the sleeve underarm area. Triple zigzag stretch stitch is suitable for medium 08 to heavyweight
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    practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. 1. guide on the presser foot accordingly. 3. Adjust the guide (b) by turning the knob (a) so that the guide just rests against the folded edge of the fabric and the needle just barely catches the fold as you sew. 4. Sew slowly, guiding
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    foot 4.0~6.0 2.0~3.0 2 1. Change the presser foot to the blindhem foot. 2. Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of the blindhem foot. Using the standard presser foot 1 2.5~4.5 2.0~3.0 2 1. Change the presser foot to the standard presser foot. 2. Sew the overcasting along the
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    . 1 2 3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper. 4. Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the left side of the zipper. 3 4 5. Stitch left side of
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    inch) fold. 3. Attach the zipper foot. Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper. Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the left side of the zipper. 4. Stitch the left side of the
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    upper thread gently, and begin sewing. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. bobbin thread. Note: The auto thread cutter is not to be used for button sewing. 6. For 4-hole buttons, sew the two holes towards the front. Then, raise the presser
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    weave. 2.5~7.0 1.0~2.0 39: For stretch fabric. 3.5~7.0 2.0~3.0 Note: Before sewing a buttonhole on your project, practice on a scrap piece of the same of button.) 1 2. Attach the buttonhole foot, then extend the button guide plate and insert the button. The size of the buttonhole is determined by
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    length to the desired width and density. Position the fabric under the presser foot with the front end of the buttonhole mark aligned with the center the upper thread, start sewing. Note: Gently guide the fabric by hand. Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after
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    6. Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown. 7. Raise the presser foot and cut thread. To restart the same buttonhole at the beginning, raise the presser foot to return to the starting position. After sewing the buttonholes, raise the buttonhole lever all the way
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    tie them there. Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the PUSH gimp thread. Stitches will sew over top of thread. Lower the presser foot and begin sewing. 1 2. Once sewing is completed, carefully remove gimp thread from buttonhole foot. Pull the gimp thread gently to remove any slack
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    tack stitch. Change the presser foot to the buttonhole foot. 2. Extend the button guide plate and set to the presser foot. Pull down the buttonhole lever and position behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and start sewing. 4 5. Sewing
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    Press the START/STOP button or push on the foot control to start sewing. When the bar tack has reached the desired length push the Auto-lock button. Machine will sew locking stitches and stop. 3 4. Illustration shows sewing procedure for bar tack. 5. Example of sewn bar tacks at pocket corners is
  • Pfaff smarter by c1100 pro | Owner's Manual - Page 64
    16 inch). 2 3. Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching, and then lower the presser foot lever. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 3 4. Make a hole in the center using an eyelet punch. * Eyelet punch is not included
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    fabric together. Select the width of the stitch by using the stitch width button. Lower the presser foot over the center of the tear. Determine the desired length of the darning then extend the button guide plate on the buttonhole foot "RP" to the desired length. 2 3 2mm 4 3. The size of one
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    the buttonhole lever. 6. Darning stitches are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown. 6 7. If the tear is too large to cover with one darning stitch, reposition the fabric and sew additional darning stitches for better coverage. 7 To adjust the evenness of darning stitch
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    the fabric fold into the spiral opening of rolled hem foot. Adjust the fabric back until the fold forms a scroll shape. 2 3. Lower the presser foot and start sewing slowly guiding the fabric raw edge against the recess in front of the rolled hem foot and the fabric into the scroll of the foot
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    monofilament thread in the needle, 50 to 60 weight cotton thread in the bobbin, and increasing the needle tension. The needle tension and stitch length will Place the two pieces of fabric with the right sides together and sew with the straight stitch. Open the seam allowances and press it flat
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    spaced. Loosen the screw at the back of the presser foot ankle just enough to insert the guide in the hole. Secure the guide by tightening the screw. Adjust the bar of the edge/quilting guide to the width from the needle that you desire. Sew the first row of stitching then move the fabric
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    narrow zig-zag, medium-long stitch length. Test to ensure that the zig-zag stitches over the cord, not into the cord. Place the fabric under the foot and sew. After the stitching is done, pull the are just covering the cords. Lower the foot and sew slowly guiding the cords. 69 DECORATIVE TECHNIQUES
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    a gap of 4mm (1/8 inch) and baste them onto a piece of thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer sheet. Thin paper Basting 1 2. Align the center of the presser foot with the center of the two pieces of fabric and begin sewing. 3. After sewing, remove the paper. 2 3 70 DECORATIVE TECHNIQUES
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    for a fuller gather. Always test your results before sewing to achieve the effect you desire. Note: You can also use the standard presser foot to gather fabric by hand. First lower the tension setting to below 2 and pull the bobbin thread to gather the fabric. Attention: Sew slow to medium speed for
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    the slot. 4. Guide the two layers as illustrated. Note: When testing machine for adjustments to achieve test on your project fabric and on the same grainline as will be used in your finished project. Using the crossgrain of the fabric will make prettier gathers than the straight of grain. Note: Sew
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    91 92 See Stitch Reference Chart on page 92 for stitch length and stitch width ranges. Use the satin stitch foot for satin stitching and sewing decorative stitches. This foot has a full indentation on the underside which allows dense stitching to pass freely underneath, so fabric feeds smoothly. To
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    1 2 3 Scallop edging 1. Place the fabric right sides together and sew along the edge. 2. Cut the fabric along the seam leaving an allowance sides together and stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. * For better results, apply spray starch
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    SMOCKING 1 2 3 1. Use the standard presser foot to sew straight, parallel lines 1cm (3/8 inch) apart, across the area to be smocked. 2. Knot the threads at the beginning of the stitching. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly. Secure the threads at end of the stitching. 3.
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    for use with decorative stitches. 1 Note: Always use the standard presser foot (0A) or the fancy stitch foot (1A) when sewing with a twin needle. 1. Insert the twin needle with flat side of the needle facing the back. See instructions for changing the needle on page 33. 2. Place one spool of
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    to the right of the thread guide. 4 5. Select a stitch. Except stitches 27-49 from group 2-B, other stitches can be used with a twin needle. Press the twin needle button, the LED light will turn on, and the machine automatically reduces the maximum width for twin needle sewing by 2mm. 5 6. The LCD
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    ELONGATION 1 3.0~9.0 0.0~1.0 1. The stitch can be elongated up to five times its normal length by pressing the elongation button. 2. The elongation icon appears on the LCD screen with the elongated image of the selected stitch. 2 3. Press the elongation button to lengthen the stitch up to 5 times
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    Func and Group 4-D, then select stitch 11. 1 2. Press the mirror image button. 2 3. The LCD screen icon for mirror imaging of the stitch appears. 3 A. Normal stitch sewing. B. Mirror stitch sewing. 4 79 DECORATIVE STITCHES
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    and stored for later use. Sequences are not lost after the sewing machine is turned off, they can be recalled at any time. stitches tension will also be changed. Combining stitches or letters 1. When you turn the machine "ON", the LCD screen displays " ", however the memory function can be accessed
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    shows the cursor in the 20th position and 20 stitches have been entered. Note: If another stitch is selected after the memory is full the machine will signal with two short beeps. 9 10.Press the " " button to save the sequence and return to the normal screen. Attention: The selected sequence will
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    MEMORY FUNCTION Editing stitches 1. Press the " " button and the number of the memory you wish to edit. Press the stitch width adjustment button to move the cursor to the stitch you wish to edit. 1 2. Press the " " button to edit the stitch. The stitch length, stitch width, tension, elongation,
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    foot control or press the START/STOP button to start the sewing machine. 4 5. The cursor on the LCD screen will move along with the sequential stitch while sewing. Note: If the cursor stays in a position not showing a stitch, the machine will start sewing from the first stitch of the memory. If the
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    . The sewing machine is in trouble This message means that the thread is twisted or jammed and the handwheel cannot move. Please look through the "Trouble shooting" on page 90/91 to find the solution. After the problem has been solved, the machine will continue to sew. If the problem persists
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    thread is almost empty This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out. The auto thread cutter is in trouble When using the thread snips, fabric lint in the hook area can cause the machine to jam. Three warning tones will sound and repeated caution pictures (1, 2) will appear
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    inside the bobbin area stopping the needle from moving and you continue pressing the foot control, the security switch will stop the machine completely. Turn OFF the machine, clean all thread and lint from the bobbin area. Rethread the machine completely; turn ON the machine to continue sewing. 86
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    - When the sewing machine is in trouble and can't sew: 8 seconds short beeps. This means that the thread is twisted or jammed and the handwheel can't move. Please look through the "Trouble shooting" on pages 90/91 to find the solution. After the problem has been solved, the machine will continue to
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    retailer. Cleaning the hook If lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook, this will interfere with the smooth operation of the machine. Check and clean regularly. Attention: Disconnect the machine from the wall outlet before cleaning. 1. Remove the sewing table and accessory box. 1 88 APPENDIX
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    remove the needle plate. 4 5. Clean the hook race, feed dogs and bobbin case with a brush. Also clean them, using a soft, dry cloth. 5 6. Apply a drop of oil (every 15 to 20 hours of operation) to the hook as shown in the illustration. Note: Use good quality sewing machine oil only! 6 89 APPENDIX
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    of stitch that you wish to sew. to sew. 7.The upper thread tension is too tight. 7.Loosen the upper thread tension. page 42 1.The machine is not correctly threaded. 1.Rethread the machine. page 27 2.The bobbin case is not correctly threaded. 2.Rethread the bobbin case. page 25 3.Needle/fabric
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    quality thread. page 41 2.Remove the bobbin case, then thread page 26 and reinsert correctly. 3.Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, -- let it be taken up by the machine. 1.The machine is not turned on. 1.Turn on the machine. page 19 The sewing machine doesn't operate 2.The START/STOP
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