Melanie - Sewing machine VERITAS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Melanie VERITAS

“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS“

“DANGER“___ To reduce the risk of electric shock: “WARNING“___ When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions brfore using this overlock sewing machine.

1. The appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type rated

1. Do not allow this appliance to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary

when this appliance is used by or near children and infirm persons.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only

attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working

properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation

openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the

sewing machine needle and cutter.

6. Always use the proper stitch plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to

9. Switch the sewing machine off “ O “ when making any adjustments in the needle

area, such as threading needle area changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot and the like.

10. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers,

when covers are opened to raise the upper cutter or thread the loopers, when lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

11. Never drop or insert any abject into any opening.

12. Do not use outdoors.

13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen

is being administered.

14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off “ O “ position, then remove plug from

15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

16. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a

special cord by your nearest authorized dealer or service center. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:“This overlock sewing machine is intended for household use only.”

• Keep the instructions at a suitable place close to the machine and hand it over if you give the machine to a third party.

• Use the machine only in dry locations.

• Never leave the machine unattended with children or elderly people due to they may not be able to estimate the risk.

• Don’t let children play with the machine.

• 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.

• Always unplug the machine if you leave it unattended, to avoid injury by expediently switch on the machine.

• Never pull at the cord, always unplug the machine by gripping the plug.

• Never place anything on the pedal.

• Never use the machine if the air vents are blocked keep the air vents of the machine and the foot pedal free from dust, fusel and leftovers.

• The machine may only be used with foot pedal manufactured by Wakaho. Type 4C-316B for USA and Canada, 4C-316C/4C-326G/4C-345G for other countries.

• If the supply cord connected with foot pedal is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.

“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS“

17. If oil gets in eyes, immediately, rinse the oil out with water. If you swallow oil by

mistake, immediately consult a medical doctor.

20. To reduce risk of injury, switch off before servicing. Close looper cover before

operating.11 Correct Use Danger! Electric shock due to humidity The sewing machine must only be stored and used in dry rooms. - Humidity and dampness may cause an electric shock. Danger! Eye injuries due to a broken needle - Only soft, flexible textiles may be sewn. - The machine is not designed for sewing materials such as thick, hard or inflexible leather, tarpaulins, canvas, etc.; the needle may break. - The needle can break if the material is not transported by the motor and is instead pushed or held back by the user. Danger! Needle-prick injuries if operated accidentally - The machine may only be used by careful adults. - Children from 8 years and persons with restricted abilities may only use the machine after thorough instruction and under constant supervision. They must have understood dangers with regard of the use of the machine. - Children from 8 years and persons with restricted abilities may only do the maintenance and cleaning of the machine after thorough instruction and under constant supervision. - Never leave an operational machine in areas to which children have access. It must be avoided that children play with the machine. - The main switch must be turned off or power plug must be disconnected for all preparation or configuration tasks. Danger! Risk of injury due to defects or modifications. - The machine must not be modified. - Repairs must be carried out by the technical service. Damage, modifications, or the use of non-original accessories can lead to injuries. - Defective machines must no longer be used. - Defective power cords must be replaced by original spare part. Danger! Unsuitable installation sites (workplaces) can result in accidents. - The machine must only be operated on a stable surface. - Shaky, unstable or untidy workplaces can cause the machine to fall down or cause needle-prick injuries. Danger! Persons without knowledge of these operating instructions may injure themselves or damage the sewing machine. - Only use this sewing machine if you have a basic knowledge of how to use sewing machines. Danger! Needle-prick injuries may occur if you do not pay attention. - Take time, ensure the workplace is tidy and guide the material calmly through the machine without using force. Caution! This machine is designed for use in a private home. The machine is not approved for professional or commercial use.13 Quando si utilizza un elettrodomestico, è necessario seguire sempre alcune norme basilari di sicurezza. Una di esse è quella di leggere per intero il manuale di istruzioni prima di utilizzare la taglia cuce.

Details of the machine Details of the machine

2. Looper cover opening indent

8. Lower looper tension dial

5. Set of needles ELx705

10.Upper knife Accessory box All standard accessories are stored in the box. Pull out to open. Push in to close. Looper cover To open, push to the right with your thumb in the indent and tilt towards you. To close push it up and the cover engages automatically. (FOR CERTAIN TYPE ONLY) when you open the panel in front of the loopers the machine stops automatically -FINGER PROTECTION. Waste collector Fabric waste will be collected as you sew. Push the waste collector under the front of the machine and slightly to the left towards the cloth plate cover. Cloth plate cover To open, push the lever up. To close, push the cover up to the right, it snaps into position automatically. 20ON

Press in Spool cap Thread spool Anti-spill net

Usingthe machine Inserting needles - Switch the machine off " O ". Disconnect machine from electricity supply. - Turn the handwheel until needles are fully raised. - Lower the presser foot. - Use the hexagon wrench to loosen the needle setscrew. Remove needle. - Insert the needle flat side towards the back, as far as possible into the needle clamp. Tighten the screw. - The left needle is set higher than the right needle. Raising the upper knife - Turn the handwheel to raise the needles. - Open the looper cover. - Press the upper knife holder to the right. Turn the knob clockwise until the knife engages. - Close the looper cover. To lower the upper knife - Turn the knob anti-clockwise. The knife snaps automatically into its lower position. Close the looper cover.7

Threading Threading / Preparation - Disconnect machine from electricity supply. - Support rod with thread guide must be fully raised. - Open the looper cover and the colth plate cover. - Turn the handwheel towards you until needles are fully raised. - Thread the machine in the correct sequence. Upper looper (Green/ 1) Place the spool on the spool holder pin. a. Bring thread up from back to front through guide (1). b. Pull the thread under the guider (2) up to go around the pre-tension (3). b. Thread guide (4,5,6). d. Thread looper eye (7).3

Threading Right needle (Blue/ 3) Place the spool on the spool holder pin. - Bring thread up through guide (1). - Pull the thread under the guider (2) up to go around the pre- tension (3). - Thread guide (4,5). - Thread right needle eye (6) - Place thread under presser foot.1

Trial sewing/threadtension Sewing test After threading make a trial run. Always use a double layer of fabric in order to be able to check the stitch formation and thread tension properly. - Switch the machine on "I". - Set all tension dials to 3. - Raise the front of the presser foot slightly with your thumb and position the fabric under the foot just up to the knife. - Sew. - At the end of the seam continue sewing a 8cm (4") long thread chain. - Cut the thread chain and remove work. Check your trial run 1 Upper looper thread (green) 2 Lower looper thread (red) 3 Right needle thread (blue) 4 Left needle thread (yellow) Perfect stitch formation is when both looper threads meet at the fabric edge. The needle threads form straight stitches for a stretchy and durable seam. Thread tension adjustments may be required depending on the type of fabric and thread being used.4

Differential feed* Differential feed* There are two feed dogs: one front and one rear. The two feed dogs move independently and the distance each feed dog travels during one complete movement can be adjusted. Note: When sewing without differential feed the dial should be on position N. Stretching effect To stretch the fabric select a number from N to 5 in the section ." " This prevents fine nylon jerseys or closely woven fabrics from puckering. Pushing effect To prevent waving or to gather select a number from N to 8 in the section

Needles break Skipped stitches Poor stitch formation Seams flute or ware (knits) Seams pucker Fabric edges curl Thread loops are loose Machine does not sew Thread tension is too tight for thread used. The machine is not threaded correctly. Needles are incorrectly inserted. Needles are bent, blunt or the points are damaged. Needles not inserted correctly. Fabric was pulled while sewing. Needles are bent or blunt. Wrong needles used. Thread is not wound correctly round tension dials. Differential feed is set incorrectly. Fabric was pulled while sewing. Differential feed is set incorrectly. Too much fabric in the stitch formation. Too little fabric in the stitch formation. Cord not plugged in correctly. Main switch not on. Thread breaks Reduce thread tension. Check the threading. Insert needles fully into needle clamp with flat side to the back. Replace the needles. Insert needles fully into needle clamp with flat side to the back. Guide fabric gently with bothhands. Replace the needles. Use system ELx705 needles. Check threading. Adjust differential feed between N and 8 “ “ Adjust differential feed between N and 5 “ “ Reduce cutting width, knife to the left. Increase the cutting width, knife to the right. Check plug. Switch machine on “ 1 “. Trouble shooting guide