INSTRUCTION BOOK
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the followings: Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts.
Table of Contents Names of Parts .................................................... 2 Detachable Extension Table ................................. 3 Accessory Storage Compartment ........................ 4 Connecting Machine to Power Supply ................. 5 Foot Control ......................................................... 5 Sewing Light ......................................................... 6 • To replace the light bulb ................................ 6 Pressure Dial ..........................
Names of Parts 6 5 4 3 1. Stitch length control 2. Zigzag width control 3. Foot storage compartment 7 2 1 8 4. Flip-top sewing instruction panel 5. Top cover 6. Thread tension dial 7. Pressure dial 8. Face plate 9. Thread cutter 9 10. Needle threader 11. Hook cover plate 10 14 11 12 12. Hook cover plate release button 13. Extension table (Accessory storage box) 13 14. Reverse button 15. Needle clamp screw 15 16. Presser foot 17. Handwheel 18. Pattern selector dial 19.
Detachable Extension Table For Free Arm Sewing To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated. Advantages of free arm sewing: * Avoid fabric bunching around the needle when bar tacking to reinforce pockets, plackets and waistlines. * For stitching sleeves, waistbands, pants legs, or any circular garment area. * For darning socks or mending knees, elbows,or areas of wear in children’s clothes. For Flat-bed Sewing Position the tabs on the base grooves and push down gently.
Accessory Storage Compartment 3 2 1 4 L G D 5 C F 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Set of needles L: Quilter G: Blind stitch hem foot D: Hemmer foot E: Zipper foot A: Zigzag foot F: Satin stitch foot C: Overedge foot E A 6 7 9. Extension table Open the extension table toward you for a convenient place to store your accessories. 9 10 11 12 14 13 16 15 10. Screwdriver 11. R: Automatic buttonhole foot 12. Lint brush 13. Bobbin 14. Seam ripper 15. Large spool holder 16. Small spool holder 17.
Connecting Machine to Power Supply Power supply plug Outlet Machine plug Power switch Machine socket Before connecting the power cord, make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power. 1. Turn off the power switch . 2. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket . 3. Insert the power supply plug into the outlet . 4. Turn the power switch to turn on the power and sewing light. For Your Safety 1.
Sewing Light (120V) Nornally, the sewing light comes on when you turn on the main switch. However, if you prefer to have the sewing light off while sewing, you can open the face plate and access the bulb on/off knob. (A) Face plate Switch knob • To replace the light bulb (240V) NOTE: Unplug the power supply before changing the light bulb. CAUSION: As the light bulb be HOT, protect your fingers when you handle it. (A) To remove........ Turn to the left. To replace........ Turn to the right.
To Remove and Attach Presser Foot Press the red button on the back of the foot holder. The presser foot will drop off. Place the selected presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place. Red button Groove Pin To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder To Remove: Remove the thumb screw by turning the screw counter-clockwise with the screwdriver.
Changing Needle Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle position button and lower the presser foot. Turn off the power switch. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the clamp. Insert the new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the clamp, push it up as far as it will go and tighten the clamp screw firmly.
Winding the Bobbin • Set the Spool Lift up the spool pin and place the spool of thread on it with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Press the large spool holder firmly against the spool of thread. * The small spool holder is used with small or narrow spools of thread. Spool pin Ordinary spool Large spool holder Small spool holder Small spool • Removing the Bobbin Gently slide the hook cover plate release button to the right and remove the cover plate. Lift out the bobbin.
• Winding the Bobbin Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread. * The small spool holder is used with narrow or small spools of thread. * To use the additional spool pin, guide the , upper thread as shown in . Guide the thread around the thread guide. Pass the thread through the thread guide. Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to outside.
• Inserting the Bobbin Place the bobbin in the holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. End of thread Guide the thread into the notch front side of the bobbin holder. on the Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. Notch Continue to draw the thread lightly until the . thread slips into notch Pull out about 15 cm (6”) of thread. Notch Attach the hook cover plate. 1/8 3/8 5/8 10 Check the threading by referring to the chart shown on the hook cover plate.
Threading the Machine * Raise the presser foot lifter. * Press the up/down needle position button twice to raise the needle. Presser foot lifter Lead the thread from the spool and pass it through the thread guide. Then draw it down along the right slot. Thread guide Then, down around the check spring holder. Check spring holder Firmly draw the thread from right to left over the take-up lever and down into the take-up lever eye.
• Needle Threader Raise the needle to its highest position. Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go. Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the illustration, then insert Hook into the needle eye. Lead the thread around Guide Hook . and under Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow in the illustration, drawing the thread loop through the needle. Pull the thread through the needle eye. * The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle or a Janome Blue Tip needle.
• Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. Press the up/down needle position button twice to pick up the bobbin thread. Draw up the needle thread together with a loop of bobbin thread. Slide 10 cm (4”) of both threads to the back under the presser foot.
Adjust the Top Thread Tension • Choose the Correct Tension For Straight Stitch: The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of fablic, as shown left (magnified to show detail). If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, you will notice that there are no gaps; that each stitch is smooth and even. When adjusting the top thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top thread.
Pattern Selector Dial 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 1 2 3 4 Raise the needle and turn the pattern selector dial until the red indication is below the desired stitch. At the same time the appropriate thread tension, zigzag width and stitch length are indicated in the upper portion of the guide message window.
Straight Stitching 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 5 2 4 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 1 1.5–4 2–6 A: Zigzag foot 3 • Starting to Sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate (see page 18). Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. Lower the presser foot and pull the threads toward the back. Depress the foot control.
Sewing on Heavy Fabrics Pressing the black button on Foot A (before lowering) locks it in a horizontal position. This ensures even feeding at the beginning of seams and helps when sewing many layers of fabric. When you reach a point of increased thickness, lower the needle and raise the foot. Press in the black button, then lower the foot and continue sewing. It releases automatically after a few stitches.
Zigzag Stitching 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 4 4 5 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 3 1–6.5 0.5–3 3–5 A: Zigzag foot 3 Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting, appliquéing, sewing on buttons, etc.
Overedge Stitch 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 5 6 20 5 3–7 C: Overedge foot 4 Place the edge of the fabric next to the black prong on the foot. The wires on this foot prevent light weight fabric from rolling and creating a ridge. The black prong guides your sewing so the needle falls off the fabric wrapping the threads around the edge to stop raveling.
Triple Strength Stitch 0 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 6 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 24 2–6 A: Zigzag foot 3 This strong, durable stitch is recommended where both elasticity and strength are needed to insure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams. Also use when constructing items such as backpacks for extra strength. The stitch is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip easily.
Sewing Buttons 0 1 2 3 4 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Top thread tension: Drop feed dog Presser foot: 5 6 3 3 3–3.5 3–7 F: Satin stitch foot 2 Tape the button over the placement mark. A pin can be placed on top of the foot to form a shank. Before lowering the foot, test the needle swing, making sure the needle drops in each hole. Adjust the stitch width if necessary and lower the foot. Align both holes of button with the needle swing, lower the foot and depress the foot control.
Automatic Buttonhole 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 4 2 5 6 3 3 4 2 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: BH 4–6.5 1–5 R: Automatic button hole foot * The size of buttonhole is automatically set by placing the button in the automatic buttonhole foot (R). * The button holder of the foot takes a button size up to 2.5 cm (1”) in diameter. * Make a test buttonhole on a sample duplicating the fabric, interfacing and seams of the actual garment.
Draw both threads to the left under the foot. Insert the garment under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Then lower the automatic buttonhole foot. * Make sure there is no gap between the slider and the spring holder . If there is a gap , the length of the rows will be different, as shown in . Mark for placement of buttonhole Starting point Slider There should be no gap. Spring holder Difference Depress the foot control until the machine stops by itself.
When finished, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go. •To adjust buttonhole stitch density. Set the stitch length slider between 0.5 and 1.0 to adjust the buttonhole stitch density. 0 1 2 3 4 If the stitch density on the left and right side of the buttonhole are unbalanced, remove the accessory box and adjust the pitch balance dial. If the left side is denser than right side, turn the adjusting dial in the “ + ” direction.
Corded Buttonholes 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 4 2 3 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: BH 4–6.5 1–5 R: Automatic buttonhole foot 2 Use the same procedure as automatic buttonhole. R * Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing the front end.
Zipper Sewing 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 5 2 4 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 1 1.5–4 3–6 E: Zipper foot 3 •To Snap On the Zipper Foot Fit the pin on the zipper foot into the groove on the foot holder. * To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot on the right-hand side. * To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the zipper foot on the left-hand side. Groove Pin When the left side is sewn. When the right side is sewn.
Zipper Sewing, cont’d Sew through all layers next to fold. Stop just before the zipper foot reaches the slider on the zipper tape. Lower the needle slightly into the fabric. Raise the zipper foot and open the zipper. Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam. Slider 5 cm (2”) Close the zipper and spread the fabric flat with the right side facing up. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
Rolled Hem 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 5 2 4 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 1 1.5–4 3–6 D: Hemmer foot 3 Make a double 0.25cm (1/8˝) fold approximately 8 cm (3˝) in length. 0.25 cm (1/8˝) 8 cm (3˝) Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where sewing is to begin and lower the hemmer foot. Sew 3 or 4 stitches while holding the needle and bobbin threads. Lower the needle into the fabric and lift the hemmer foot.
Blind Stitch Hemming 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 3 2 2 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 4 2–3 1–3 2–6 G: Blind stitch hem foot 1 How to fold the fabric. Wrong side of fabric 0.4–0.7 cm (5/32˝–1/4˝) Sewing technique and guide setting. * When the needle comes to the left hand side, position the fabric so that the folded edge comes to the left side of the guide. Lower the presser foot.
Decorative Satin Stitch Patterns 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 4 2 3 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 10–15 3–6.5 0.5–1 1–4 F: Satin stitch foot 1 For a delicate appearance on fabric such as chiffon, use a single iayer with a tear-away backing if necessary. Stretch Stitch Patterns 0 1 2 3 4 3 2 5 6 1 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 2, 16–24 3–6.
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance If stretch stitch patterns are uneven when sewn on a particular fabric, adjust them with the feed balance dial. Feed balance dial Standard mark Setting mark Example: Pattern # 21 To Ajust distorted patterns If patterns are compressed, correct by turning the dial in the direction of “ + ”. If patterns are drawn out, correct by turning the dial in the direction of “ – ”. Smocking 0 1 2 3 4 3 2 5 6 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 21 3–6.
Quilting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 4 5 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: Quilter 1 1.5–4 3–6 A: Zigzag foot 3 The quilting guide will help to keep the stitching lines straight. Loosen the quilter holding screw. Slide the quilter in the opening to the desired width and tighten the screw. Sew guiding the quilter over the previous row of stitching.
Shell Tuck 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 7 8 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 4 6 5–6.5 2–3 6–8 F: Satin stitch foot 6 * Use a lightweight fabric such as tricot. Fold and stitch on the bias. Set the stitch width and length as you desire. You may need to tighten the top thread slightly. Allow the needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric when it zigzags. If you sew rows of shell stitches, space the rows 1.5 cm (5/8˝) apart.
Appliqué 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 2 3 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: Presser Dial: 3 3–5 0.5–1 1–4 F: Satin stitch foot 2 1 Baste (or fuse with iron-on fabric joiner) appliqué pieces on the fabric. Stitch around the appliqué making sure the needle falls along the outer edge of the appliqué. When sewing corners, lower the needle down into the fabric. Raise the presser foot and pivot the fabric to the right or left.
Scallop Hems 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 3 1 2 2 3 4 Stitch selector: Stitch width: Stitch length: Top thread tension: Presser foot: 11 3–6.5 0.5–1 1–4 F: Satin stitch foot 1 Some of the craft patterns can be used to attractively finish the edges of collars, pockets and placements. To edge a collar, place interfacing between upper and under collar and sew the pattern on the seam line. After sewing, trim fabric close to stitching taking care not to cut thread.
Care of Your Machine Caution: Before performing any of the following, make sure that the sewing machine is unplugged from the power source. * Press the up/down needle position button to raise the needle and unplug the machine before cleaning. * Do not dismantle the machine other than explained on this page. * The machine never needs oiling. * Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator or in direct sunlight. * Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and neutral soap.
Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set properly under (drawn to the rear of) the presser foot when sewing is starting. 6. The fabric is not drawn to the rear when sewing is finished. 7. The thread is too heavy or too fine for the needle.
Troubleshooting, cont’d Cause Condition Reference Gathering 1. The needle thread tension is too loose. 2. The needle is too heavy or light for the fabrics being sewn. Refer to page 15 Refer to page 8 The machine doesn’t work. 1. The machine is not plugged in. 2. A thread is caught in the hook race. 3. The bobbin winder spindle is still in the winding position. Refer to page 5 Refer to page 37 Refer to page 10 Patterns are distorted. 1. The stitch is not balanced.
