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USER MANUAL FS100WT BROTHER

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-E30/E31/E37/E38/V61/V63/V65/V67

SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.

- To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.

- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when making any

adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual: • To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord. • Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord. • Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.

Electrical Hazards: • This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician. • This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only.

4 Never operate this machine if it has a

damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine and immediately unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements, otherwise you may injure your back or knees.

5 Always keep your work area clear: • Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not store objects on the foot controller. • Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any object into any opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. • Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock. • Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

6 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. 1

7 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children. • The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of suffocation. • Do not use outdoors.

8 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

9 For repair or adjustment: • If the Light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use. FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT CENELEC COUNTRIES 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.

FOR USERS IN CENELEC COUNTRIES 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 USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY IMPORTANT • In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the

mark, rating as marked on

plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. • If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.

CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 CONTENTS 3

1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 4

Included accessories 4 Optional accessories 4 Accessory compartment 5

ZIPPER INSERTION 36 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 37

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5

Stretch stitching 38 Elastic attaching 38

The main parts 5 Needle and presser foot section 6 Operation buttons 6 Operation panel 6 Spool pin 7

APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 38

USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 7 Power supply precautions 7 Power supply 8 Foot controller 8 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button) 9 Changing the needle stop position 9 Changing the initial needle position 9 Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep) 9

THREADING THE MACHINE 10 Winding the bobbin 10 Lower threading 13 Upper threading 15 Drawing up the lower thread 18

REPLACING THE NEEDLE 18

DECORATIVE STITCHING 42 Fagoting 43 Scallop stitching 44 Smocking 44 Shell tuck stitching 45 Joining 45 Heirloom stitching 45

SEWING CHARACTERS (For models equipped with character stitches) 46 Selecting characters 46 Checking characters 48 Deleting characters 48 Sewing the character stitches 48

Needle precautions 18 Needle types and their uses 19 Checking the needle 19 Replacing the needle 20 Sewing with the twin needle 21

ADJUSTING STITCHES (For models equipped with character stitches) 49

REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT 22

2. SEWING BASICS 24 SEWING 24 General sewing procedure 24 Selecting a stitch 24 Adjusting the stitch length and width 24 Starting to sew 25 Thread tension 26

Utility stitches 50 Character stitches (for models equipped with character stitches) 56

MAINTENANCE 57 Restrictions on oiling 57 Precautions on storing the machine 57 Cleaning the machine surface 57 Cleaning the race 57

USEFUL SEWING TIPS 27

3. UTILITY STITCHES 29

Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep) 68

OVERCASTING STITCHES 29

Frequent troubleshooting topics 58 Upper thread tightened up 59 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric 59 Incorrect thread tension 59 Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed 60 List of symptoms 63

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer.

Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 888-E30/E31/E37/E38/V61/V63/ V65/V67. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. ● The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) ● The included accessories vary depending on the machine model. 1.

● About zigzag foot “J”; Press the black button on the left side of the foot when it is difficult for thick seams to be fed, for example, at the beginning of sewing thick fabrics. (page 27) a Black button

Optional accessories 75/11 1 needle 90/14 1 needle 100/16 1 needle

The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately. Depending on the model you purchased, the following accessory may be included with your machine. 1.

Accessory compartment The accessories are stored in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to open it.

a Bobbin winder (page 10) b Upper tension-control dial (page 26) c Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 10) d Thread take-up lever (page 16) e Thread cutter (page 26) a Flat bed attachment b Storage compartment

Note ● Put the accessories in the bag, and then store the bag inside the compartment. If the accessories are not in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged.

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The illustrations in this operation manual may differ from the actual machine.

f Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment (page 5 and 28) g Operation buttons (page 6) h Operation panel (page 6) i Spool pin (page 7, 10 and 15) j Handwheel This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 8) m Jack/socket connector (page 8) n Foot controller (page 8) o Foot controller jack/socket (page 8) p Feed dog position lever (page 35 and 41) q Presser foot lever (page 15) r Thread guide (page 11 and 16) s Thread guide cover (page 11 and 16) t Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Needle and presser foot section

Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to sew reverse stitches. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to sew in the opposite direction. For details, refer to “Sewing reinforcement stitches” (page 26).

■ Buttons provided on some models b Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is depressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 25). c Needle position button Press this button to raise or lower the needle. a Needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) (page 17) b Buttonhole lever (page 34 and 42) c Presser foot holder The presser foot is installed onto the presser foot holder. d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to hold the presser foot holder in place.

d Sewing speed controller Slide this controller to adjust the sewing speed.

Operation panel The operation panel allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. The operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model.

e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitching. f Needle plate cover release Use when removing the needle plate cover. g Needle plate cover h Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. i Quick-set bobbin (for models equipped with the quick-set bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. j Bobbin cover k Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. l Needle bar thread guide (page 16) m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot. n Needle clamp screw

Operation buttons The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model.

a LCD (liquid crystal display) The number of the selected stitch (1), the presser foot type to be used (2), the stitch length (mm) (3), and the stitch width (mm) (4) are displayed here. b Stitch selection keys (page 24) Select the number for the stitch that you wish to use. c Stitch length adjustment key Press the “–” side to reduce the stitch length; press the “+” side to increase the stitch length. d Stitch width adjustment key Press the “–” side to reduce the stitch width; press the “+” side to increase the stitch width.

■ Keys and indicators provided on some models

a Reverse/reinforcement stitch button

e Utility stitch key (page 24) f Utility stitch indicator This indicator lights up when the utility stitch key is pressed. g Character stitch key (page 46) Press this key to sew character stitches. h Character stitch indicator This indicator lights up when the character stitch key is pressed.

■ Installing the spool pin a

Insert the tab on the spool pin into the hole.

Spool pin As shown, press down on the spool pin lever with your finger to raise the spool pin.

Push the spool pin down until it locks into place.

● Do not grab the bar to raise the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may bend or break.

■ Storing the spool cap The included spool cap (large, medium, small) can be stored by attaching it to the spool pin as shown in the illustration.

USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.

■ Storing the spool pin When placing the cover on the sewing machine or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position.

Press until it clicks.

● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power supply jack on the machine. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may result. ● Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition. ● Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances: • When you are away from the machine • After using the machine • When the power fails during use • When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION

● Use only the power cord included with this machine. ● Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result. ● Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock. ● Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use. ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a fire may result.

Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket.

Insert the plug into a wall outlet.

a Main power switch b Jack/socket connector b

Set the main power switch to “I”.

● When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Depress the foot controller to start sewing, and adjust the sewing speed by changing the pressing force.

 The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on. c switch to “”.

To turn off the machine, set the main power  The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is turned off.

You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use.

● Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to build up on the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.

Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/ stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button).

Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to select the

a desired sewing speed.

Changing the initial needle position Normally, the straight stitch (left needle position) is automatically selected when the sewing machine is turned on. The initial needle position can be changed to the straight stitch (center needle position). a

Turn off the sewing machine.

b the sewing machine.

Hold down the “+” side of

After turning on the sewing machine, release the (b).

a Sewing speed controller

• The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the foot controller’s maximum sewing speed.

 The initial needle position changes to the center needle position.

Changing the needle stop position Normally, the sewing machine 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. a

Turn off the sewing machine.

Hold down the “–” side of

Memo ● The specified initial needle position is maintained even after the machine is turned off. ● Perform the same operation to change the initial needle position to the left needle position.

Cancelling the operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep) When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time a key is pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. a

Turn off the sewing machine. Hold down the “–” side of

After turning on the sewing machine, release the “–” side of

 The needle stop position changes to the raised position.

Memo • Perform the same operation to change the needle stop position to the lowered position.

After turning on the sewing machine, release the “-” side of (c).  The machine is now set so that it will not beep.

Memo ● Perform the same operation to change the setting so that machine beeps.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 12.

● Do not grab the bar to raise the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may bend or break. ● Be sure to raise the spool pin when winding the bobbin. The thread may become tangled if the bobbin winder is used without raising the spool pin. b and then slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

Fully insert the spool of thread for the bobbin,

• The thread should be unwound from the bottom to the front.

a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin

● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151).

● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may be damaged. ● Three 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 machine may be damaged.

11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model

● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.

Press down on the spool pin lever to swing up

a the spool pin. Then remove the spool cap.

b a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space

Pass the thread as illustrated bellow.

Note ● Make sure that the thread is pulled as far as possible into the pretension disk, otherwise the bobbin may not be wound cleanly. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft and

d slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Turn

the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the notch in the bobbin. • Make sure to pull out 7 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches) of thread from the hole on the bobbin. a Thread guide

a Spring on the shaft b Notch c 7-10 cm (3 to 4 inches)

b Thread guide cover

● Pull the thread taut and hold the end of the thread straight up. If the thread is too short, not pulled taut or held at an angle, injuries may occur when the thread is wound around the bobbin. e

Turn on the sewing machine. While holding the end of the thread, gently (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine and trim the excess thread.

f press the foot controller or press

c Bobbin-winding thread guide

Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk.

Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/ stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button).

d Hook e Pretension disk f Pull it in as far as possible. a 1 cm (3/8 inch)

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION

● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break.

■ For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system a that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in

Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so the bobbin. Then slide the shaft to the right.

g set the speed to fast). (For models equipped with

Slide the sewing speed controller to the right (to the sewing speed controller.)

a Sewing speed controller

Press the foot controller or press (start/stop h button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start.

Follow steps a through c of the procedure in

b “Winding the bobbin” to pass the thread around

the pretension disk (page 10). Wind the free end of the thread clockwise around

c the bobbin five or six times.

When the bobbin seems full and begins spinning

i slowly, take your foot off the foot controller or

press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button).

d the slit in the bobbin winder seat.

Pull the thread to the right and pass it through

Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to

j the left and remove the bobbin.

Slide the sewing speed controller back to its

k original position (for models equipped with the

sewing speed controller).

Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right.

● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle.

a Wound evenly b Wound poorly

a Slit (with built-in cutter)

 The thread is cut to a suitable length.

● Be sure to cut the thread as described. If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out. Slide the sewing speed controller to the right (to

e set the speed to fast) (for models equipped with

the sewing speed controller).

a Sewing speed controller

Turn on the sewing machine. Press the foot controller or press

g button) (for models equipped with the start/stop

● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury.

● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/ stop button cannot be used to start sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take h your foot off the foot controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). i the left, and then remove the bobbin from the

Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to shaft.

j original position (for models equipped with the

Slide the sewing speed controller back to its sewing speed controller).

a Wound evenly b Wound poorly

● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could be injured.

Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by marks on the needle plate cover. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever.

Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right.

Slide the button and open the cover. 1 2

a Cover b Slide button

Install the bobbin wound with thread. • For more details on quick-set bobbin, see page 14. d direction shown by the arrow.

Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION

● Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Hold the end of the thread, push the bobbin e down with your finger, and then pass the thread through the slit, as shown. • If the thread is not correctly inserted, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 26).

Turn off the sewing machine.

Slide the button and open the cover. 1 2

a Cover b Slide button d direction shown by the arrow.

Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the

● Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. e the thread through the slit (a and

Replace the bobbin cover.

While lightly holding down the bobbin, guide b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it with the cutter (c).

• Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the diagram).

■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin

Memo ● The direction for feeding the bobbin thread is indicated by marks on the needle plate cover. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

Note ● If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 26).

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning

a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or

press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever.

a Tension-adjusting spring

Replace the bobbin cover.

Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you start to sew, follow to the procedure in “Drawing up the lower thread” (page 18).

c toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel

on the wheel points up, or press (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle.

Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the needle threader, see page 17.

b Needle position button

• If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. a Spool pin b Mark on the handwheel

Press down on the spool pin lever to swing up

d the spool pin. Then remove the spool cap.

● 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. ● Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower. ● Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. For details on the correct combination of needles and threads, refer to “Needle types and their uses” (page 19). a

● Do not grab the bar to raise the spool pin, otherwise, the spool pin may bend or break. ● Be sure to raise the spool pin before use. If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break. e the spool pin.

Fully insert the spool for the upper thread onto Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

a Presser foot lever

● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded correctly. • The thread should be unwound from the bottom to the front.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION

Feed the upper thread as illustrated below.

● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break. ● Three 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 break.

Memo ● When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.

Make sure to guide the thread through the

h thread take-up lever from right to left.

a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space

Pass the thread as illustrated below.

a Thread take-up lever

Memo ● If the needle is not raised, the thread take-up lever cannot be threaded. Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before threading the thread take-up lever.

Put the thread behind the needle bar thread

c the thread onto the guide.

Turn off the sewing machine.

While lowering the needle threader lever, hook

● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine without using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader). If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew, you could be injured.

1 a Needle holder b Needle threader lever c Guide

Thread the needle from front to back and pull

k out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread.

Fully lower the needle threader lever.

Note ● If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread cannot be wrapped around the thread takeup lever. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems.

 The hook passes through the eye of the needle, and catch the thread.

■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader)

● The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. However, the needle threader cannot be used with a 65/9 home sewing machine needle. When using special thread such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, the needle threader cannot be used. ● Thread with a thickness of 130/120 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader. ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle. ● If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to “Upper threading” (page 15). Follow steps a through j of the procedure in

a “Upper threading”. b

Release the needle threader lever. Then pull the

e loop of the thread.

● Be careful not to pull on the thread with force or it may bend the needle. ● If the thread does not pass through the eye of the needle, start from step c again.

Lower the presser foot lever.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE f

Raise the presser foot lever.

Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower

a Presser foot lever g

a Upper thread b Lower thread

Pass the end of the thread as illustrated bellow.

d and pull them toward the back of the machine

Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of both threads under the presser foot.

Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems.

Drawing up the lower thread a

Lightly hold the end of the upper thread.

a Upper thread b Lower thread

■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or darts, you can draw up the lower thread by hand so that some thread will be left over. Before you draw up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction of

a the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it. a Upper thread

While holding the end of the upper thread, raise

b the needle either by turning the handwheel

toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice.

• The bobbin cover should still be removed. Draw up the lower thread as described in steps

Replace the bobbin cover.

REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles.

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous.

● Only use home sewing machine needles. 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 injury.

Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Fabric Type/ Application

Cotton Broadcloth thread Medium weight fabrics

Synthetic Georgette thread Challis, Satin

Thread for knits Cotton thread

Easily frayed fabrics

Synthetic thread Silk thread

60–90 75/11–90/14 50

Ball point needle 75/11–90/14 (gold colored)

■ Ball point needle Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. Use the ball point needle for best results when sewing patterns using monogramming foot “N”.

■ Transparent nylon thread Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread.

● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table on the this page. If the combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with thin needles (such as 65/9 to 75/11), the needle may bend or break. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may be skipped stitches.

Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even.

1 a Flat side b Needle type marking

c Flat surface d Even

Synthetic 30 thread Silk 50–60 thread

● Never use a thread of weight 20 or lower. It may cause malfunctions.

Memo ● The smaller the thread number, the thicker the thread; and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Note

Replacing the needle Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.)

● If the needle clamp screw is loosened too much, the needle clamp (which holds the needle) may fall off. Therefore, do not loosen the needle clamp screw too much. • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged.

Turn off the sewing machine.

e of the machine, insert the needle until it touches

With the flat side of the needle toward the rear the needle stopper.

● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c

Tighten the needle clamp screw by turning it

Lower the presser foot lever.

a Presser foot lever

Install the twin needle in the same way.

● Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to prevent the needle from falling into the hole in the needle plate. d screw counterclockwise.

Remove the needle by turning the needle clamp

● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result.

a Disc-shaped screwdriver b Needle clamp screw

Sewing with the twin needle

d bobbin winder shaft.

Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the

You can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches.

a Bobbin winder shaft b Extra spool pin c Thread spool

● Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and injure you. ● You can not use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Install the twin needle.

a • For details on installing a needle, refer to

“Replacing the needle” (page 20).

Install the thread spool and thread the upper

Memo ● When setting the thread spool, set it so that the thread winds off from the front of the spool. Thread the upper thread for the right needle in

f the same way as the left needle.

g bar thread guide, manually thread the right

Without passing the thread through the needle needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back.

Thread the upper thread for the left needle. a through i of “Upper threading” (page 15).

b • For details, refer to steps c thread.

Manually thread the left needle with the upper Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back.

a Needle bar thread guide h

Attach zigzag foot “J”. (Refer to page 22.)

Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine.

● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot “J”, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. i

Turn on the sewing machine.

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE j • For details on selecting a stitch, refer to

“Selecting a stitch” (page 24). • For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to “STITCH SETTINGS” (page 50).

● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Start sewing.

k For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to

sew” (page 25).  Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to each other.

REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION

● Always turn off the power before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. ● Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. Using other any presser feet may cause an accident or injury.

Replacing the presser foot Replace the presser foot as described below. a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel

on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.)

Note ● When using the twin needle, the stitches may become bunched together, depending on the types of thread and fabric that are used. If this occurs, increase the stitch length. For details on adjusting the stitch length, refer to “Adjusting the stitch length and width” (page 24).

● When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. Otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● Do not try turning the fabric with the twin needle left down in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

If the sewing machine has been turned on, turn

● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c

Press the black button to release the presser

Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot. Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.

Place a different presser foot below the presser e foot holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the shank in the holder. Position the presser foot so the letter indicating the presser foot type (J, A, etc.) is positioned to be read.

Remove the presser foot. (Refer to page 22.)

Loosen the presser foot holder screw.

a Disc-shaped screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw

■ Attaching the presser foot holder Align the presser foot holder with the lower-left

a side of the presser bar. a Presser foot holder b Shank c Pin

Note a Presser foot holder b Presser bar c Presser foot holder screw

● The presser foot to be used with each stitch appears in the LCD. To select a stitch, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24).

Holding the presser foot holder in place, tighten

Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the f presser foot pin snaps into the shank.

Note ● If the presser foot holder is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect.

a Presser foot lever b Shank c Pin

 The presser foot is attached.

● Be sure to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw, otherwise the presser foot holder may fall off and the needle may strike it, causing the needle to bend or break.

Raise the presser foot lever to check that the

g presser foot is securely attached.

2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions.

Turn on the sewing machine.

b Confirm that the utility stitch indicator is lit. If it

(For models equipped with the character stitch key) is not lit, press the utility stitch key.

● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. ● Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break or bend.

a Utility stitch key b Utility stitch indicator c

2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24).

4 Start sewing. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, cut the threads. For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 25).

Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected.

of the selected stitch is displayed.

 The stitch is selected.

Follow the basic procedures below to sew.

3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the presser foot appropriate for the stitch. For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22).

(stitch selection keys). The number

a Designate the tens digit. b Designate the ones digit.

General sewing procedure 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to “Power supply” (page 8).

Attach the presser foot indicated in the LCD.

• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22).

Adjusting the stitch length and width ■ [Example] Selecting stitch a

Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04. With

on the right, select “4”, and with

the left, select “0”.

b adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch

Press the “+” or “–” side of

a Presser foot lever a b c d

Stitch length Stitch length adjustment key Short Long

c under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2

Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass the thread inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine.

Press the “+” or “–” side of (stitch width c adjustment key) to increase or reduce the stitch width.

a 5 cm (2 inches) a b c d

Stitch width Stitch width adjustment key Narrow Wide

While holding the end of the thread and the fabric

d with your left hand, turn the handwheel toward you

(counterclockwise) with your right hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching.

Note ● When the stitch length or stitch width is changed from the standard setting, around or disappears from the LCD.

● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the needle bending or breaking.

Lower the presser foot lever. On models equipped with a sewing speed controller, slide

f the sewing speed controller to the left or right to adjust

the sewing speed. Refer to “Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button)” (page 9).

Starting to sew a you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.)

a Sewing speed controller

Slowly press down on the foot controller. (With (start/stop button), if the foot controller is not connected, press once.)

g models equipped with

or or aStart/stop button

 The machine starts sewing.

Take your foot off the foot controller, or press (start/stop button) once (if the machine was started by pressing (start/stop button)) (for models equipped with the start/stop button).  The machine stops sewing. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel i toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) This procedure is not necessary if the needle stop position has been set to the raised position (page 9). j

Thread tension The thread tension will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread.

Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your fabric.

Raise the presser foot lever.

k and then cut the threads by using the thread

Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine,

Wrong side Surface Upper thread Lower thread

■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric.

Note a Thread cutter

Memo ● When the foot controller is plugged in, start/stop button cannot be used to start sewing (for models equipped with the start/stop button). ● When sewing is stopped, the needle remains lowered (in the fabric). The machine can be set so that the needle will stay up when sewing is stopped. For details on setting the machine so that the needles stay up when sewing is stopped, refer to “Changing the needle stop position” (page 9). ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse stitching, pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.

a Reverse stitching b Reinforcement stitching

Memo ● Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that is selected. For details, refer to “STITCH SETTINGS” (page 50).

● If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. In this case, refer to “Lower threading” (page 13) and rethread the bobbin thread.

Wrong side Surface Upper thread Lower thread Loops appear on surface of fabric

Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to a lower number.

Memo ● When you finish sewing, remove the bobbin cover and then make sure that the thread is shown as below. If the thread is not shown as below, the thread is not inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case correctly. Reinsert the thread correctly. For details, refer to page 13, 14.

■ Upper tension is too loose Loops appear on the wrong side of the fabric.

Lower the presser foot lever and continue sewing.

Note ● If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to “Upper threading” (page 15) and rethread the upper thread.

Stop sewing, and then slightly change the sewing direction to sew around the curve.

Wrong side Surface Upper thread Lower thread Loops appear on wrong side of fabric

Solution Increase the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to a higher number. 5

USEFUL SEWING TIPS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project.

2 When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch.

Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring the presser foot to its highest position. ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching The fabric may not feed when thick seams are being sewn and the presser foot is not level, as shown below. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin.

Trial sewing A trial piece of fabric should be sewn. Use a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as those used for your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width.

Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the sewing machine. a Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle was raised, lower the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or by pressing (needle position button) once (for models equipped with the needle position button).

a Sewing direction a

Raise the presser foot lever.

Align the beginning of stitching, and then position the fabric. While holding zigzag foot “J” level, hold the

c presser foot locking pin (black button on the left

side) pressed in, and lower the presser foot lever.

● When using the twin needle, be sure to raise the needle before changing the sewing direction. If the fabric is turned while the needle is lowered, the needle may bend or break. Raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric.

b Turn the fabric using the needle as a pivot.

a Presser foot locking pin (black button)

SEWING BASICS d  The presser foot remains level, allowing the

Release the presser foot locking pin (black button). fabric to be fed.

• After the seam is sewn, the presser foot will return to its original angle.

a Stabilizer material or paper

Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric.

● If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inch) thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break.

Sewing hook-and-loop fastener

● Use only the ungummed hook-and-loop fastener which is for sewing. If the glue is attached to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. ● If the hook-and-loop fastener is sewn with the thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may bend or break.

Stitching cylindrical pieces Removing the flat bed attachment makes it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as cuffs and pant legs, or hard-to-reach areas. a

Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to release it.

● Before start sewing, baste together the fabric and the hook-and-loop fastener. Make sure that the needle passes through the hook-and-loop fastener by turning the handwheel and lower the needle into the hook-and-loop fastener before sewing. And then, sew the edge of the hook-and-loop fastener at a slow speed. If the needle does not pass through the hook-and-loop fastener, replace the needle with the needle for thick fabrics (page 19).

a Flat bed attachment

 With the flat bed attachment removed, freearm sewing is possible. • When sewing cylindrical pieces, follow the next step.

Note ● When you are finished with free-arm sewing, install the flat bed attachment back in its original position. a Edge of the hook-and-loop fastener

Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric. When you have finished sewing, tear off any excess paper.

Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm,

b and then sew from the top.

3 UTILITY STITCHES OVERCASTING STITCHES Using overcasting foot

You can use the overcasting stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

3-point zigzag stitch

Attach overcasting foot “G”.

• For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric

c against the guide of the presser foot, and then

lower the presser foot lever.

Slowly turn the handwheel toward you

d (counterclockwise) and check that the needle

does not touch the presser foot. J

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the

Sew with the edge of the fabric against the

e presser foot guide.

foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Sew with the edge of the fabric.

• For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24).

● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break.

a Check that the needle does not touch the presser foot.

UTILITY STITCHES With the straight stitch (left needle position) and the triple stretch stitch, the needle position can be adjusted. Pressing the “+” side of the stitch width adjustment key moves the needle to the right; pressing the “–” side of the stitch width adjustment key moves the needle to the left.

BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

BLIND HEM STITCHING Pattern No.

Select a stitch. • For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Lower the needle into the fabric at the

d beginning of the stitching. e

Start sewing. • For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 25). • For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches, refer to “Sewing reinforcement stitches” (page 26). When sewing is finished, cut the thread. • For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 25).

■ Changing the needle position

60/70 stitches model

80/90 stitches model

may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries

You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing.

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Memo ● When selecting stitch

“0”, “-1”, “-2” or “-3” may be displayed on the LCD by pressing “-” side of the stitch width adjustment key, then the needle drop point will be changed to the left. Stitch numbers “0”, “1”, “2” or “3” may be displayed on the LCD by pressing “+” side of the stitch width adjustment key, then the needle drop point will be changed to the right. ● When the size of cylindrical pieces is too small to slide onto the arm or the length is too short, the fabric will not feed and desired results may not be achieved.

e fabric with the wrong side facing up.

Reverse the skirt or pants.

Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the

a Wrong side of fabric

2 b Right side of fabric c Edge of fabric 4 d Bottom side

Fold the fabric along the desired edge of the

<Seen from the side>

Remove the flat bed attachment and make free• For details on free-arm sewing, refer to “Stitching cylindrical pieces” (page 28).

Use a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm baste it.

Slide the part that you wish to sew onto the arm,

i make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and

<Thick fabric> a Arm <Normal fabric>

Position the fabric with the edge of the folded

j hem against the guide of the presser foot, and

<Seen from the side> d

Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric Edge of fabric Desired edge of hem Basting point Basting

c (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then

Fold back the fabric inside along the basting.

Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric Edge of fabric Desired edge of hem 5 mm (3/16 inch) Basting Basting point

UTILITY STITCHES k catches the fold of the hem.

Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly

When you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width. Stitch width

a Wrong side of fabric

b Right side of fabric

• For details on changing the stitch width, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser

Remove the basting stitching and turn the fabric

a Thick fabric b Normal fabric a Wrong side of fabric

b Right side of fabric

BUTTONHOLE SEWING Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

■ If the needle catches too much of the hem fold If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, adjust the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold by pressing the “+” side of the stitch width adjustment key. <Thick fabric>

a Wrong side of fabric

b Right side of fabric

■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold If the needle does not catch the hem fold, adjust the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold by pressing the “-” side of the stitch width adjustment key. <Thick fabric>

Zigzag stitch (for quilting)

b foot “A”, and then insert the button that will be

Pull out the button guide plate of buttonhole put through the buttonhole. A

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/ 8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.

 The size of the buttonhole is set. ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).)

a Presser foot scale b Length of buttonhole (Diameter + thickness of button) c 5 mm (3/16 inch) a Reinforcement stitching

■ Part names of the buttonhole foot “A”

Example: For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/ 16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale.

Button guide plate Presser foot scale Pin Marks on buttonhole foot 5 mm (3/16 inch)

Use chalk to mark the position and length of the a buttonhole on the fabric.

d 10 mm (3/8 inch) e 15 mm (9/16 inch)

Attach buttonhole foot “A”.

Select a stitch. Pass the upper thread down through the hole in

UTILITY STITCHES f buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on

Position the fabric with the front end of the

the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever.

i remove the fabric, and cut the thread.

Raise the needle and the presser foot lever,

Raise the buttonhole lever to its original

k stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut,

Insert a pin at the end of the buttonhole

and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole.

2 a Mark on fabric b Red marks on buttonhole foot

• When lowering the presser foot, do not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the buttonhole will not be sewn with the correct size.

For keyhole buttonholes, use a commercial eyelet punch to make a hole in the rounded end of the buttonhole, and then use the seam ripper to cut open the buttonhole.

a Do not reduce the gap. a Eyelet punch

Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as

• When using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric.

a Buttonhole lever b Bracket

The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your h left hand, and then start sewing.

Note ● If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed, sew with the coarser (longer) stitch.  Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops.

● When opening the buttonhole with the seam ripper, do not place your hands in the cutting path, otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips. Do not use the seam ripper in any other way than how it is intended.

Memo ● Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric.

■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it.

Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. a

Measure the distance between the holes.

Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the .

b feed dog position lever to

Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the

Lower the presser foot lever and the buttonhole

e lever, and then start sewing. f thread to remove any slack.

When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp  The feed dogs are lowered. c

Attach presser foot “M”.

Place a button between the presser foot and the

Use a handsewing needle to pull the gimp g thread to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it.

With a seam ripper, cut the middle part of the

h gimp thread remaining at the top end of the

buttonhole. Trim off any excess of the gimp thread. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you. Then, slide the button so that the needle goes into the two holes, and then sew them in the same way.

UTILITY STITCHES Turn the handwheel toward you

correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the button holes.

Straight stitch (center)

h (counterclockwise) to check that the needle

Set the stitch length to the shortest setting by

Pattern No. 40 stitches model

g pressing the stitch length adjustment key.

You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position it to the right or left side of the needle.

Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as f the distance between the holes in the button.

60/70 stitches model

80/90 stitches model

. (With models not provided

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a

● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the needle may bend or break. i

Attach zigzag foot “J”. Place the two pieces of fabric with their right

b sides facing each other.

Sew basic stitches to the end of the zipper

c opening, and then sew reverse stitches at the

end of the stitching. • Use basting stitching to sew the zipper opening (where the zipper will be inserted).

• After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. a b c d

j to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it

Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching with the bobbin thread. Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin thread at the beginning of the stitching.

Basting stitching Reverse stitches Wrong side of fabric End of zipper opening

• Refer to “Basic stitching” on page 30. Open the seam allowance, press it from the

d wrong side of the fabric with an iron, align the

center of the zipper with the stitching, and then baste the zipper in place.

When you are finished attaching the button, and turn the handwheel to raise the dogs.

k slide the feed dog position lever to

• Normally, the feed dog position lever is positioned at .

a Wrong side of fabric b Basting stitching c Zipper

e of the pin on zipper foot “I”.

Attach the presser foot holder to the right side

a Pin on the right side b Needle drop point f

Memo ● If the presser foot contacts the zipper slider, leave the needle lowered (in the fabric) and raise the presser foot. After moving the slider so it will not contact the presser foot, lower the presser foot and continue sewing. ● To sew with the zipper on the left side of the presser foot, attach the presser foot holder to the left side of the pin on zipper foot “I” in step e.

● Turn the handwheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a different stitch, the needle will hit the presser foot and break the needle. You may also be injured. With the right side of the fabric facing up,

g continue sewing with the zipper on the right

side of the presser foot.

a Left side of the pin b Needle drop point

When you have finished sewing, remove the

h basting stitching.

SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

Stitching Right side of fabric Basting stitching End of zipper opening

3-point zigzag stitch

Sew the stitching in order, from a to c.

● Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing. If the needle hits the zipper, the needle may break and you may be injured.

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Observe the corresponding precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations.

UTILITY STITCHES APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING Stretch stitching a

Sew the fabric without stretching it.

The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

Zigzag stitch (for quilting)

Elastic attaching When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched elastic tape. Therefore, it is necessary that a suitable length of the elastic tape be used. Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the a fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric.

Appliqué stitch (for quilting)

Piecing straight stitch

a Elastic tape b Pin b

Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while

d stretching the tape so that it is the same length

as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand.

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries

● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break.

may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

You can create an appliqué by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration. a

Baste the cut design to the fabric.

● If glue is used to hold the cut design in place on the fabric, do not apply glue to areas that will be sewn with the machine. If glue is attached to the needle or race, the machine may be damaged. b

Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance. Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot. Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the

a fabric that you wish to piece together. b

Attach zigzag foot “J”.

Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned

Sew along the edge of the fabric with the needle d dropping off the edge at the right.

d with the edge of the fabric.

■ For a seam allowance on the right side Align the right side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch

■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch

Memo ● Make reinforcing straight stitches at the beginning and the end of stitching.

● Be careful that the needle does not hit a pin during sewing, as the needle can break. You may also be injured.

Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and

a place it over the lower piece.

Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the

b pattern spans both pieces.

Memo ● To change the width of the seam allowance (the needle position), adjust the stitch width. For details, refer to “Changing the needle position” (page 30).

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.

Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns. Reverse stitches cannot be sewn with the walking foot.

Baste the fabric to be quilted. Remove the presser foot and the presser foot

a hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser

Insert the stem of the quilting guide into the foot holder.  Walking foot

 Presser foot holder

• For details, refer to “Removing the presser foot holder” (page 23). Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot onto

c the needle clamp screw, lower the presser foot

lever, and then use the presser foot holder screw to attach the walking foot to the presser bar. b guide aligns with the seam that has already been

Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that the sewn.

a Connecting fork b Needle clamp screw c Presser foot holder screw

● Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to tighten the screw securely. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and cause injury. ● Be sure to turn the handwheel toward the front of the machine to check that the needle does not strike the presser foot. If the needle strikes the presser foot, injury may result. d

Free-motion quilting With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the feed dog position lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. The optional quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting.

Place one hand on each side of the presser foot,

e and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing.

Remove the presser foot and the presser foot

• For details, refer to “Removing the presser foot holder” (page 23). Align the quilting foot with the lower-left side of

The pin on the quilting foot should be positioned over the needle clamp screw.

● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced.

a Pin on quilting foot b Presser foot holder screw c Needle clamp screw

c hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder

Hold the quilting foot in place with your right

After sewing is finished, slide the feed dog and turn the handwheel to raise the dogs.

screw using the disc-shaped screwdriver in your left hand.

• Normally, the feed dog position lever is positioned at .

REINFORCEMENT STITCHING a Presser foot holder screw

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

Slide the feed dog position lever to

● Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the disc-shaped screwdriver, otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break. d

Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners.

Triple stretch stitch

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries

a Feed dog position lever

may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Triple stretch stitching Use triple stretch stitching to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. a

Attach zigzag foot “J”.

Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a

Use both hands to hold the fabric taut, then

 The feed dogs are lowered. e stitch.

f move the fabric to follow the pattern.

Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and end of sewing.

• For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 25).

Bar tack stitching Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is described below.

Determine the desired length of the bar tack.

Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as

to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).)

a Presser foot scale b Length of bar tack c 5 mm (3/16 inch)

• A bar tack with a maximum length of about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) can be sewn. b

Attach buttonhole foot “A”.

a Buttonhole lever b Bracket

The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your

f left hand, and then start sewing.

d pocket faces toward you, and then lower the

Position the fabric so that the opening of the

presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket opening.

 Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. g remove the fabric, and cut the thread.

Raise the needle and the presser foot lever,

1 Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot. • When lowering the presser foot, do not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn with the correct size.

Raise the buttonhole lever to its original

Memo ● If the fabric does not feed, for example, because it is too thick, increase the stitch length. For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24).

DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine.

80/90 stitches model

60/70 stitches model

a Do not reduce the gap.

60/70 stitches model

80/90 stitches model

● Be sure to turn off the main power before replacing the presser foot. Otherwise, injuries may occur if the foot controller or (start/ stop button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

Fagoting Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric

a along their seams.

Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by

b about 4.0 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a

sheet of water-soluble stabilizer. • If you draw a line down the middle of the thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer, sewing is easier.

a Thin paper or water soluble stabilizer b Basting stitching c 4 mm (3/16 inch) c

Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch).

• For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Sew with the center of the presser foot aligned

f along the center of the two pieces of fabric.

After sewing is finished, remove the paper.

Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 10 mm

The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. a

. a 10 mm (3/8 inch)

• Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread.

Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure

c not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric.

Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers.

d Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

• For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot iron before it is sewn. d

Trim along the stitches.

Stitch between the straight stitches.

Pull out the threads for the straight stitches.

• Be careful not to cut the stitches.

Smocking The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. a

Attach zigzag foot “J”. Select the straight stitch, and then adjust the

b stitch length to 4.0 mm (3/16 inch) and loosen

the thread tension. • For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24) and “Thread tension” (page 26).

Shell tuck stitching

b fabric, and then open up the seam allowances.

Sew together the right sides of the two pieces of

The gathers that look like shells are called “shell tucks”. They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. a

Fold the fabric along the bias. a Wrong side of fabric b 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance c Straight stitch c

Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces

d up, and then sew over the seam with the center

of the presser foot aligned with the seam.

Select stitch c tension.

, and then increase the thread

• For details, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Sew while making sure that the needle drops

d slightly off the edge of the fabric.

a Right side of fabric

Heirloom stitching 1

When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics.

Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks down

● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. For details, refer to “Upper threading” (page 15). a

Insert the wing needle.

Joining • Use a 130/705H 100/16 wing needle. • For details on inserting a needle, refer to “Replacing the needle” (page 20).

Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. a

Attach zigzag foot “J”.

UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION

● Select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. d

• For details, refer to step c of “Selecting a stitch” (page 24). Press the “+” side of

d adjustment key) to enter the selected character. N

 The following display is shown on the LCD.

a Selected pattern No. b The position of the selected pattern No. c The total number of entered characters

SEWING CHARACTERS (For models equipped with character stitches)

a The presser foot to use

55 characters can be sewn by following the procedure below.

Selecting characters ■ Selecting a character [Example] Selecting stitch “C” (No. 03). a

• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22). f

Turn on the sewing machine. Press the character stitch key and confirm that

b the character stitch indicator lights up.

a Character stitch key b Character stitch indicator

Memo ● When you select a character, check that there are no characters in memory.

a This indicator shows that no character is stored.

If there are any characters in memory, delete them. For details, refer to “Deleting characters” (page 48). c

(stitch selection keys) to select

Attach the presser foot indicated on the LCD.

If you would like to only sew this single character, start sewing. If you would like to sew a sequence of characters, go to step a on “Combining characters” (page 46). • For details on sewing characters, refer to “Sewing the character stitches” (page 48).

■ Combining characters You can easily sew names, messages, etc. by combining the character stitches. Up to 35 characters can be combined. [Example] Selecting stitches “COME” (No. 03)+(No. 15)+(No. 13)+(No. 05) Follow steps a through e in “Selecting a

a character” (page 46) to select the first character

Press (stitch selection keys) to select the next character, “O” (No. 15). N

c adjustment key) to enter the selected character.

Press the “+” side of

Press the utility stitch key.

a Utility stitch key

Repeat steps b and c to add “M” (No. 13) d and “E” (No. 05).

Press the character stitch key.

a Character stitch key c

Add new characters by following the procedure described in “Combining characters” (page 46).

● To enter a space, select “_” (No. 30). When you have finished combining characters,

e check the entered characters and their order. N

• For details on checking characters, refer to “Checking characters” (page 48).

 New characters are added next to the last character of the combination. ■ Making a new combination of characters after sewing

Memo ● A new character can only be added next to the last character. You cannot insert a new character between characters or before the first character of the sequence.

● When you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD.

N After checking the entered characters, start

• For details on sewing characters, refer to “Sewing the character stitches” (page 48).

Select the first character of the new

Memo ● The combination of characters will be stored in memory even if you turn off the machine. ■ Adding new characters after sewing After sewing a combination of characters, you can add characters to the combination using the following method.

Press the “+” side of

N Memo ● When you have finished sewing, the pattern No. of the first character in the current combination is shown on the LCD. N

 The old combination of characters is cleared from memory, and the pattern No. shown in the LCD is entered as the first character of a new combination. Add characters by following the procedure c described in “Combining characters” (page 46).

UTILITY STITCHES Checking characters You can check the characters in a combination with following method. Press the “+” or “-” side of (stitch length a adjustment key) repeatedly. This will display the characters that have been entered one by one on the LCD. You can check the pattern No. and position of each character.

Attach monogramming foot “N”.

• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22). c

Stitch length adjustment key The position of the selected pattern No. The total number of characters in the combination Selected pattern No.

Deleting characters You can delete characters from the combination. Press “-” side of

(stitch width adjustment

a key) to delete the last character in the

 The stitch is sewn in the direction indicated by the arrow.

Memo ● When sewing characters, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches for each character. ● While sewing, the LCD shows the pattern No. currently being sewn. d trim off any excess threads at the beginning of

When you have finished sewing, use scissors to

the stitching and between the characters.

 The last character will be deleted.

N Memo ● Repeat step a to delete more characters. ● You can only delete the last character in a combination.

Sewing the character stitches All character stitches are sewn with monogramming foot “N”. a • For details, refer to “Selecting characters”

Select a character stitch. (page 46)

ADJUSTING STITCHES (For models equipped with character stitches) Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as shown below.

Select No. 59 (for making adjustments).

 The LCD goes into the stitch adjustment mode. The total number of combined characters (1) changes to “--“. Adjust the character stitches by pressing e (stitch length adjustment key). Each press of “+” or “-” side of (stitch length adjustment key) widens or narrows the stitches.

● The character stitches “034” (No. 31 + No. 34+ No. 35) are used for making adjustments. a

Attach monogramming foot “N”.

• For details, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22).

No. for making adjustments The stitch adjustment level Widens the stitches Narrows the stitches

 If the pattern is bunched (B) Press the “+” side of (stitch length adjustment key) to widen the stitch.

Combine the character stitches “034” (No. 31 +

• For details, refer to “Combining characters” (page 46).  When you have finished creating the combination, the following is displayed on the LCD.

 If the pattern is overstretched (The stitch “0” has a gap.) (C) Press the “-” side of (stitch length adjustment key) to narrow the stitch.

N Sew the combination of characters and check

• For details, refer to “Sewing the character stitches” (page 48).

A B Memo ● The stitch adjustment level can be set between -9 and 9. ● The setting is saved in memory even if you turn off the machine. f

Sew the characters “034” again.

Memo ● You can sew when you are in the stitch adjustment mode.

C A: Correctly sewn (with proper spaces between characters) B: Bunched or shapeless (There is no space between characters.) C: Overstretched (The stitch “0” has a gap.)

If the pattern you sewed does not look like A, use the following steps to adjust the stitches.

If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, adjust the stitch again. Adjust the stitch until the stitch pattern comes out correctly. After you have finished adjusting the pattern,

g press the utility stitch key once, and then press

the character stitch key. N

4 APPENDIX STITCH SETTINGS Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table.

● When using the twin needle, select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot “J”, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Straight stitch (Left) Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc.

Straight stitch (Center) Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching

3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16)

2.5 (3/32) 1.5–4.0 (1/16–3/16)

Stretch stitch Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching

3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16)

5.0 (3/16) 1.5–7.0 (1/16–1/4)

3-point zigzag stitch Overcasting on medium weight or stretch fabrics, attaching elastic, darning, etc.

3.5 (1/8) 2.5–5.0 (3/32–3/16)

Overcasting stitch Overcasting on thick fabrics

5.0 (3/16) 2.5–5.0 (3/32–3/16)

2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16)

Overcasting stitch Overcasting on stretch fabrics

Overcasting stitch Overcasting on thick or stretch fabrics

*Do not use reverse stitching. **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less.

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. 100 stitches model

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Appliqué stitch Appliqué stitching

3.5 (1/8) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 1.6–4.0 (1/16–3/16)

Shell tuck stitch Shell tuck stitching

5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4)

Joining stitch Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching

Joining stitch Patchwork stitching, decorative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as with tricot

R Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. Stitch Name/ Application

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Joining stitch Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching

Smocking stitch Smocking stitching and decorative stitching

Fagoting stitch Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching

Fagoting stitch Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching

5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16)

Elastic-attaching stitch Attaching elastic to stretch fabrics

Decorative stitch Decorative stitching

Decorative stitch Decorative stitching

Decorative stitch Decorative stitching

Decorative stitch Decorative stitching and elastic-attaching

Decorative stitch Lace sewing, decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc.

Decorative stitch Decorative hemming, heirloom stitching, etc.

**Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less.

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc. Decorative stitch Decorative stitching, smocking stitching, heirloom stitching, etc. Decorative stitch Decorative stitching, smocking stitching, heirloom stitching, etc. Buttonhole stitch Horizontal buttonholes on thin and medium weight fabrics

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Buttonhole stitch Secured buttonholes for fabrics that have backings

7.0 (1/4) 3.0–7.0 (1/8-1/4)

Buttonhole stitch Keyhole buttonholes for medium weight and thick fabrics

7.0 (1/4) 3.0–7.0 (1/8-1/4)

0.5 (1/32) 0.3–1.0 (1/64-1/16)

7.0 (1/4) 3.0–7.0 (1/8-1/4)

Bar tack stitch Reinforcing openings and areas where the seam easily comes loose Piecing straight stitch Piecing straight stitching (with a seam allowance of 6.5mm from the right edge of the presser foot) Piecing straight stitch Piecing straight stitching (with a seam allowance of 6.5mm from the left edge of the presser foot)

Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. 100 stitches model

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Hand-look quilting Straight stitch quilting that looks hand-sewn

Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqué quilting, freemotion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing

3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16)

Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Attaching appliqués and binding

Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Attaching appliqués and binding

Quilting stippling Quilting background stitching (stippling)

7.0 (1/4) 1.0–7.0 (1/16–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

J Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. Stitch Name/ Application

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.4 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

2.5 (3/32) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Decorative stitch For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.4 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

APPENDIX Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. Stitch Name/ Application

**Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less.

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

N Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. Stitch Name/ Application

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

Satin stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

0.4 (1/64) 0.1–1.0 (1/64–1/16)

**Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less.

Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Rfc.) Stitching

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

7.0 (1/4) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4)

1.6 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16)

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

Cross-stitches For decoration, etc.

APPENDIX Stitch Width [mm (inch.)]

Pattern No. Stitch Name/ Application

Stitch Length [mm (inch.)]

Stitch width/ Stitch Length

Character stitches (for models equipped with character stitches)

CAUTION MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.

Restrictions on oiling In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled by the user. This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary.

● Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or be injured. b

Raise the needle and the presser foot. Loosen the presser-foot screw and the needle

c clamp screw to remove the presser-foot holder

If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Precautions on storing the machine Do not store the machine in any of the locations described below, otherwise damage to the machine may result, for example, rust caused by condensation. • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures • Exposed to extreme temperature changes • Exposed to high humidity or steam • Near a flame, heater or air conditioner • Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight • Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments

d to remove the needle plate cover.

Slide the needle plate cover release toward you

4 a Needle plate cover b Needle plate cover release e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.

Remove the bobbin case.

Note ● In order to extend the life of this machine, periodically turn it on and use it. Storing this machine for an extended period of time without using it may reduce its efficiency.

Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.

Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to

f remove any dust from the race and its

● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.

Cleaning the race Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the race therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. a

Switch the machine off and unplug it.

a Cleaning brush b Race

Note ● Do not put oil on the race.

APPENDIX Insert the bobbin case so that the  mark on the

g bobbin case aligns with the ● mark on the machine.

From the front, slide the needle plate cover back

a Needle plate cover

● If the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine as shown below, remove the needle plate cover (step d), and then install it again (steps h and i). Sewing while the needle plate cover is not flush with the surface of the machine may cause the needle plate cover to come off of the machine, resulting in injuries if your fingers touch the race. a Bobbin case b  mark c ● mark

• Align the  and ● marks. • Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case.

● Never use a bobbin case that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. h cover into the hole in the needle plate, and then

As shown, insert the tab on the needle plate correctly position of the needle plate cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at “ http:// support.brother.com/ ” . If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common troubleshooting topics are described below. Be sure to refer to this before contacting us.

a Needle plate cover b Tab c Hole

• Check that the needle plate cover is flush with the top surface of the machine.

■ Upper thread tightened up

■ Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric

■ Incorrect thread tension

■ Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed

• Looking under the fabric, there is tangled thread in the bobbin case.

Upper thread tightened up ■ Symptom • The upper thread appears as a single continuous line. • The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. (Refer to the illustration below.) • The upper thread has tightened up, and comes out when pulled. • The upper thread has tightened up, and wrinkles appear in the fabric. • The upper thread tension is tight, and the results do not change even after the thread tension is adjusted.

■ Cause Incorrect upper threading If the upper thread is incorrectly threaded, the upper thread passed through the fabric cannot be firmly pulled up and the upper thread becomes tangled in the bobbin case, causing a rattling noise. ■ Remedy/check details Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading.

Lower side of fabric Lower thread visible from upper side of fabric Upper thread Upper side of fabric Lower thread

■ Cause Incorrect lower threading If the lower thread is incorrectly threaded, instead of the appropriate tension being applied to the lower thread, it is pulled through the fabric when the upper thread is pulled up. For this reason, the thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. ■ Remedy/check details Correctly install the lower thread. • Refer to “Lower threading” (page 13-15).

Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ■ Symptom • The thread becomes tangled on the lower side of the fabric.

Remove the tangled thread. If it cannot be a removed, cut the thread with scissors. • For details, refer to “Cleaning the race” on page 57. b

Remove the upper thread from the machine. Correct the upper threading by following the

c instructions in “Upper threading” (page 15-17).

• If the bobbin was removed from the bobbin case, refer to “Lower threading” (page 13) and “Remedy/check details” in the section “Upper thread tightened up” (page 59) to correctly install the bobbin.

Incorrect thread tension ■ Symptoms Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. Symptom 2: The upper thread appears as a straight line on the upper side of the fabric. Symptom 3: The upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric. Symptom 4: The lower thread appears as a straight line on the lower side of the fabric. Symptom 5: The stitching on the lower side of the fabric is loose or has slack.  Symptom 1

• After starting sewing, a rattling noise is made and sewing cannot continue.

APPENDIX a b c d e f

Lower side of fabric Lower thread visible from upper side of fabric Upper thread Upper side of fabric Lower thread Upper thread visible from lower side of fabric

■ Cause/remedy/check details  Cause 1 The machine is not correctly threaded. <With symptoms 1 and 2 described above> The lower threading is incorrect. Return the upper tension-control dial to “4”, and then refer to “Upper thread tightened up” (page 59) to correct the threading. <With symptoms 3 through 5 described above> The upper threading is incorrect. Return the upper tension-control dial to “4”, and then refer to “Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric” (page 59) to correct the upper threading.  Cause 2 A needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not being used. • Refer to “Needle types and their uses” (page 19) to check that a needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are being used.  Cause 3 An appropriate setting on the upper tensioncontrol dial is not selected. Turn the upper tension-control dial to select an appropriate thread tension. * Adjust the thread tension while test sewing on a piece of scrap fabric that is the same as that used in your project.

Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed If the fabric is caught in the sewing machine and cannot be removed, the thread may have become tangled under the needle plate. Follow the procedure described below to remove the fabric from the machine. If the operation could not be completed according to the procedure, instead of attempting to complete it forcefully, contact your nearest authorized service center. ■ Removing the fabric from the machine a

Immediately stop the sewing machine.

Turn off the sewing machine.

c If the needle is lowered into the fabric, turn the

handwheel away from you (clockwise) to raise the needle out of the fabric, and then remove the needle. • Refer to “Replacing the needle” (page 20). Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder.

d • Refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22)

and “Removing the presser foot holder” (page 23). e If the fabric can be removed, remove it.

Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below it.

Remove the needle plate cover.

Note ● If the upper threading and lower threading are incorrect, the thread tension cannot be adjusted correctly, even by turning the upper tension-control dial. Check the upper threading and lower threading first, and then adjust the thread tension. • When the lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric, turn the dial counterclockwise.

a Needle plate cover release b Needle plate cover (front part)

Cut out the tangled threads, and then remove

• When the upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric, turn the dial clockwise.

h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove

Remove the bobbin case.

k threads, and then remove the needle plate.

Slightly lift up the needle plate, cut any tangled

Remove the fabric and threads from the needle plate.

If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center.

Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to

i remove any dust from the race and its

Remove any threads in the race and around the

Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs.

Align the two screw holes in the needle plate

n with the two holes at the needle plate mounting

base, and then fit the needle plate onto the machine.

a Cleaning brush b Race

o of the needle plate. Then, use the disc-shaped

Lightly finger-tighten the screw on the right side

If the fabric could be removed

Continue with step p.

If the fabric could not be removed

Continue with step j.

screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw on the left side. Finally, firmly tighten the screw on the right side.

j loosen the two screws on the needle plate.

Use the enclosed disc-shaped screwdriver to

Turn the handwheel to check that the feed dogs move smoothly and do not contact the edges of the slots in the needle plate.

Note ● Be careful not to drop the removed screws in the machine. a Correct position of feed dogs b Incorrect position of feed dogs

Note ● Be careful not to drop the removed screws in the machine.

APPENDIX Insert the bobbin case by following step g in

p “Cleaning the race” (page 58). q

c (counterclockwise), and look from all sides to

Slowly turn the handwheel toward you

check that the needle falls at the center of the hole in the needle plate. If the needle contacts the needle plate, remove the needle plate, and then install it again, starting with step m in “Removing the fabric from the machine” (page 61).

Attach the needle plate cover according to steps h and i in “Cleaning the race” (page 58). Check the condition of the needle, and then

• Refer to “Checking the needle” (page 19) and “Replacing the needle” (page 20).

● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

Note ● After completing this procedure, continue with the following procedure in “Checking machine operations” to check that the machine is operating correctly.

Memo ● Since the needle may have been damaged when the fabric was caught in the machine, we recommend replacing it with a new one. ■ Checking machine operations If the needle plate has been removed, check machine operations to confirm that installation has been completed correctly. a

Turn on the machine.

a Hole in the needle plate b Handwheel

Select zigzag stitch

. At this time, increase the

stitch length and width to their maximum settings. • Refer to “Adjusting the stitch length and width” (page 24). Slowly turn the handwheel toward you

e (counterclockwise) and check that the needle

bar and feed dogs operate correctly. If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest authorized service center.

(middle needle position stitch). Turn off the machine, and then install the

f bobbin and presser foot.

• Refer to “Lower threading” (page 13) and “Replacing the presser foot” (page 22).

● Do not yet install the presser foot and thread.

Correctly thread the machine.

g • Refer to “Upper threading” (page 15).

Note ● The thread may have become tangled as a result of incorrect upper threading. Make sure that the machine is correctly threaded. h

Perform trial sewing with normal fabric.

Note ● Incorrect sewing may be the result of incorrect upper threading or sewing thin fabrics. If there are poor results from the trial sewing, check the upper threading or the type of fabric being used.

List of symptoms ■ Before sewing Symptom The needle threader can not be used. (For models equipped with the needle threader lever.)

You have not moved the needle holder to its highest position.

Raise the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) once or twice.

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

The sewing lamp is damaged. The sewing light does not come on. The machine is not turned on.

Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

Turn on the machine.

Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide.

Move the sewing speed controller to the right (so that the speed will be fast).

Wind the thread that was pulled off round the bobbin five or six times clockwise.

You have not moved the needle holder to its highest position.

Raise the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up or by pressing (needle position button) once or twice.

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

The needle threader lever does not lower to the correct position. (For models equipped with the needle threader lever.)

The needle has not been raised to the correct position.

Press the needle position button.

While winding the bobbin, the bobbin thread was wound below the bobbin winder seat.

You have not wound the bobbin thread properly.

After removing the thread wound below the bobbin winder seat, wind the bobbin correctly.

The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Bobbin spins slowly. (for models Bobbin thread equipped with the sewing speed does not wind neatly on the bob- controller.) bin. The thread that was pulled out was not wound onto the bobbin correctly. (For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system.) The thread does not pass through the eye of the needle. (For models equipped with the needle threader lever.)

■ While sewing Symptom

The sewing machine does not work.

Fabric being sewn with the machine cannot be removed.

The machine is not plugged in.

Plug the machine in.

The main power switch is turned off.

Turn on the main power switch.

The bobbin winder shaft is pushed to the right.

Move the bobbin winder shaft to the left.

You have not used the foot controller properly.

Use the foot controller properly.

The foot controller or the start/stop button was not pressed (for models equipped with the start/stop button).

Press the foot controller or the start/ stop button.

The presser foot lever is raised.

Lower the presser foot lever.

The start/stop button was pressed, even though the foot controller is connected. (for models equipped with the start/stop button)

Do not use the start/stop button when the foot controller is connected. To use the start/stop button, disconnect the foot controller.

Thread is tangled below the needle plate.

Lift up the fabric and cut the threads below it, and clean the race.

The spool or spool cap is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the spool or spool cap.

The upper thread was not threaded correctly.

Correct the upper threading.

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

The needle clamp screw is loose.

Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw.

The needle is bent or blunt.

You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.

Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.

The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

The upper thread tension is too tight.

Loosen the upper thread tension.

You are pulling the fabric too much.

Lightly guide the fabric.

The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched. There is a notch (a) on a the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.

Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched.

Replace the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

The bobbin case is scratched.

Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

The upper thread breaks.

The lower thread is tangled or breaks.

The fabric is wrinkled.

The upper thread was not threaded correctly (for example, the spool is not installed correctly, the spool cap is too big for the spool being used, or the thread has come out of the needle bar thread guide.)

Correct the upper threading. Use the spool cap that best fits the size of the spool being used.

There are knots or tangles in the thread.

Remove any knots or tangles.

The needle is not appropriate for the thread you are using.

Choose a needle that is appropriate for the type of stitch.

The upper thread tension is too tight.

Loosen the upper thread tension.

The thread is tangled, for example, in the race.

Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the race, clean the race.

The needle is bent or blunt.

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched. There is a notch (a) on a the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.

Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center.

The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched.

Replace the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center.

The bobbin case is scratched, or has a burr on it.

Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center.

You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

You have not wound the bobbin thread properly.

Wind the bobbin thread properly.

The bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly.

The thread is tangled.

Remove the tangled thread and clean the race.

You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Bobbin is set incorrectly.

Reset the bobbin thread correctly.

You have not threaded the upper thread properly or fitted the bobbin properly.

Thread the upper thread and wind the bobbin thread properly.

The spool or spool cap is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the spool or spool cap.

You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.

Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.

The needle is bent or blunt.

If thin fabrics are being sewn, the stitch is too long or the fabric is not being fed correctly.

Sew with the stabilizer material under the fabric.

The fabric is wrinkled.

Stitches are skipped.

There is a highpitched noise while sewing.

The fabric does not feed.

The fabric feeds in the opposite direction.

If thin fabrics are being sewn, the stitch is too coarse.

Shorten the stitch length, or sew with stabilizer material under the fabric.

The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

The thread tension is incorrect.

Adjust the tension of the upper thread.

You have not threaded the upper thread properly.

Correct the upper threading.

You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.

Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.

The needle is bent or blunt.

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

Dust has accumulated under the needle plate or in the race.

Remove the needle plate cover and clean the plate and the race.

Dust has built up in the feed dogs or in the race.

Remove the needle plate cover and clean the plate and the race.

You have not threaded the upper thread properly.

Correct the upper threading.

The bobbin case is scratched.

Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

The feed dogs are lowered.

Slide the feed dog position lever to

The stitch is too fine.

Lengthen the stitch length.

You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.

Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.

The thread is tangled, for example, in the race.

Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the race, clean the race.

The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

The needle is bent or blunt.

Zigzag foot “J” is slanted on a thick seam at the beginning of stitching.

Use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side) on zigzag foot “J” to keep the presser foot level while sewing.

The feed mechanism is damaged.

Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center.

■ After sewing Symptom The upper thread has tightened up.

The thread tension is incorrect.

The thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric.

The stitch is not sewn correctly.

The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the bobbin thread.

You have not threaded the upper thread properly.

Correct the upper threading.

You have not wound the bobbin thread properly.

Wind the bobbin thread properly.

The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the bobbin thread.

You have not threaded the right combination of thread and needle for the fabric you are using.

Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric.

You have not attached the presser-foot holder properly.

Attach the presser-foot holder properly.

The thread tension is incorrect.

Adjust the tension of the upper thread.

You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine.

Bobbin is set incorrectly.

Reset the bobbin thread correctly.

You have not threaded the upper thread properly.

Correct the upper threading.

The presser foot you are using is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew.

The thread tension is incorrect.

Adjust the tension of the upper thread.

The thread is tangled, for example, in the race.

Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the race, clean the race.

The stitch adjustment level is incorrect.

APPENDIX ERROR MESSAGES If an operation is performed incorrectly before the sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If you press the stitch selection key or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears. Error Message

The foot controller was pressed (or the start/stop button was pressed if the foot controller is not connected) and the reverse/reinforcement stitch button was pressed while the presser foot is raised.

Lower the presser foot lever before continuing the operation.

A stitch other than the buttonhole or bar tack stitch was selected and the foot controller was pressed (or the start/stop button was pressed if the foot controller is not connected) while the buttonhole lever is lowered.

Raise the buttonhole lever before continuing the operation.

The buttonhole or bar tack stitch was selected and the foot controller was pressed (or the start/ Lower the buttonhole lever before stop button was pressed if the foot controller is continuing the operation. not connected) while the buttonhole lever is raised. The reverse/reinforcement stitch button or needle position button was pressed while the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right.

Move the bobbin winder shaft to the left before continuing the operation.

The start/stop button was pressed while the foot controller was connected.

Disconnect the foot controller, and then press the start/stop button. Otherwise, operate the machine by using the foot controller.

The motor locked up because the thread is tangled.

Clean the race to remove the tangled thread (p.59). After cleaning the race, insert the bobbin case properly. If the needle is bent or broken, replace the needle. Then, thread the upper thread properly, and continue the operation.

Note ● If error message “F1” through “F9” appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center.

Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep) Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If a non-functioning key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed you will hear two or four beeps (only for models equipped with the operation beep). ■ If a key is pressed (correct operation) One beep sounds. ■ If an incorrect operation is performed or a non-functioning key is pressed Two or four beeps sound. ■ If the machine locks up, for example, because the thread is tangled The sewing machine beeps for four seconds and the machine automatically stops. Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and correct it before continuing to sew.

character stitch indicator 6, 46 character stitch key 6, 46 checking characters48 combining characters 46 crazy quilt stitching 39

quick-set bobbin 6, 14, 18 quilting 39 quilting foot 40 quilting guide 39, 40

R race 57 reinforcement stitching 26 reverse/reinforcement stitch button6, 26

deleting characters 48

scallop stitching 44 seam ripper 34 sewing machine needles 18 sewing speed controller6, 9 sewing the character stitches 48 sleeve holes 41 smocking 44 spool cap 4, 7 spool pin 7, 10, 15 start/stop button6, 25 stitch length 25 stitch selection key 6, 46 stitch width 25 straight stitch 30 stretch fabrics 28

F fagoting 43 fast bobbin winding12 feed dog position lever 5, 35, 41 feed dogs 6, 35, 40 flat bed attachment5, 28 foot controller 4, 8, 25 free-motion quilting40

handwheel 5, 25 heirloom stitching 45 hook-and-loop fastener 28

J joining45 joining stitch 38, 43

M main parts 5 main power switch8 monogramming44, 45

needle bar thread guide6, 16 needle clamp screw 6 needle plate 6 needle plate cover6, 57 needle position30 needle position button6 needle threader 6, 17

O openings 41 operation beep 9, 68 operation buttons 6 operation panel 6 optional accessories 4

T thick fabrics 27 thin fabrics 28 thread cutter 26 thread tension 26 trial sewing 27 triple stretch stitch 30 twin needle 20, 21

upper tension-control dial 5, 26, 59 upper threading 15 utility stitch indicator6, 24 utility stitch key 6, 24

W walking foot 39 wing needle 45

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English 888-E30/E31/E37/E38/V61/V63/V65/V67 Printed in Vietnam