Owner’s Manual
This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: • A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Table of contents Parts of the machine ................................................................. 4 Machine maintenance ........................................................... 20 Accessories .................................................................................... 5 Cleaning ....................................................................................... 20 Connecting the foot control and the power supply ..... 5 Oiling ......................................................
Parts of the machine 2 3 4 5 6 19 1 7 18 17 8 16 15 9 10 14 13 12 11 1. Presser foot pressure adjustment knob 2. Left needle thread tension dial (blue) 3. Right needle thread tension dial (green) 4. Upper looper thread tension dial (red) 21 5. Lower looper thread tension dial (yellow) 6. Handle 20 7. Thread cutter 8. Presser foot lifter 25 22 23 24 9. Stitch plate 10. Flat bed extension 11. Front cover 26 12. Differential feed adjusting lever 13. Power & light switch 14. Hand wheel 20.
Accessories 1. Needle pack including three needles, size #14/90 and two needles, size #12/80. Two needles, size #14/90, are in the machine on delivery. 2. Screwdriver 3. Tweezers 1 4. Thread unreeling discs (4) 5. Lint brush 2 6. Knife blade (for the stationary lower cutter) 7. 2-thread converter 8. Thread spool nets (4) 3 9. Waste tray 10.
Setting up the telescopic thread stand Pull out the spool stand in the direction of the arrow (A) Extend the telescopic thread stand to its full height, then turn until it clicks into place. Place the thread spools or cones over the cone holders on the spool pin. If the machine is already threaded, straighten the threads to prevent tangling. A Attaching the waste tray Position the machine so the front is nearly aligned with the edge of the table.
Presser foot lift Raise the presser foot with the presser foot lift lever (A) at the back of the machine. A Changing the needles Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. 1. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the needles are at the highest position. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the left (B) and/or right (A) needle clamp screw with the small screwdriver while you are holding the needles. 3. Remove the left and/or right needle. 4. Hold the new needle/s with the Áat surface to the back. 2.
Disengage the movable upper cutter Place the movable upper cutter in nonworking position 1. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the upper cutter is raised to the highest position. 2. Open the front cover. 3. Push the movable cutter holder to the right as far as it will go. 4. Turn the knob away from you until the cutter clicks into the nonworking horizontal position (A). Note: If the cutter stops in the up position; - Turn the hand wheel toward you until the cutter clears the top of the machine.
Threading the machine 4 3 1 2 A color coded diagram is located inside the front cover for quick reference. When threading the machine, thread only in the following order: 1. Upper looper threading - (Red) 2. Lower looper threading - (Yellow) 3. Right needle threading - (Green) 4. Left needle threading - (Blue) Important: If the lower looper should come unthreaded, do the following; 1. Unthread the needle(s) 2. Thread the lower looper 3.
Threading the upper looper (red) 1. Pass the thread from back to front through the thread guides on the thread stand (1). 1 2. Pull the thread from left to right under the thread guide at the back on the top cover (2). 3. Lift up the handle and bring the thread under it. While holding the thread with both hands, pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs (3). 3 2 4.
Threading the lower looper (yellow) 1. Pass the thread from back to front through the thread guide on the thread stand (1). 1 2. Pull the thread from left to right under the thread guide on the back of the top cover (2). 3. Lift up the handle and bring the thread under it. While holding the thread with both hands, pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs (3). 4.
Threading the right needle (green) 1. Pass the thread from back to front through the thread guides on the thread stand (1). 1 2. Pull the thread from left to right under the thread guide on the back of the top cover (2). 3. Lift up the handle and bring the thread under it. While holding the thread with both hands, pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs (3). 4. Continue to thread points (4-7).
Changing threads The following is an easy way to change threads: 1. Cut the thread in use near the spool, behind the guides on the telescopic thread stand. 2. Remove the thread spool and place the new thread on the spool pin. 3. Tie the end of the new thread to the end of the old thread. Cut the thread tails to 2-3 cm in length and Àrmly pull both threads to test knot security. 4. Raise the presser foot. 5. First note tension dial settings and then turn the tension dials down to “0”. 6.
Thread tension settings Right side Upper looper thread Set the thread tension to suit the type of fabric and thread used. As the number on the thread tension discs increases, the thread tension becomes tighter. Lower looper thread Lower looper thread and upper looper thread should be well balanced with the same tension (both looper threads should cross at the edge of the fabrics). Needle threads should not be too loose or too tight, but equally balanced tension.
Differential feed adjustment The differential feed system consists of two sets of feed teeth arranged one behind the other. Both feed teeth work independently of each other to give perfect results when sewing on speciality fabrics. When the amount of feed by the front feed teeth is changed in relation to the feed by the rear feed teeth it will “stretch” or “gather” the fabric. Use the differential feed to prevent stretching of knit fabrics and puckering of lightweight fabrics.
Presser foot pressure adjustment The presser foot pressure is pre-set for sewing based on normal conditions. Adjustment might in some conditions be necessary. Increase or decrease the pressure until you are satisÀed with the result. Always test sew on a sample of your fabric before sewing on your garment. Less pressure: Decrease the pressure by turning the adjustment knob in counter-clockwise direction. More pressure: Increase the pressure by turning the adjustment knob in clockwise direction.
Stitch Ànger lever setting The stitch Ànger lever should be set to “S” for all standard overlock sewing. To sew rolled edge you need to retract the stitch Ànger by setting the stitch Ànger lever to “R”. When moving the stitch Ànger, be sure to push the lever as far as it will go in each direction. Rolled edge sewing The rolled edge stitch is appropriate for light weight fabrics such as lawn, voile, organdy, crepe, etc.
Flatlock sewing A Flatlock Stitch is made by adjusting the tension of the 2- or 3-thread overlock stitch, sewing the seam and pulling the fabric apart to Áatten the seam. The tensions must be adjusted correctly for the fabric to pull Áat. The Flatlock Stitch can be used both as a decorative construction stitch, sewing two pieces together (Standard Flatlock Stitch), or for ornamentation only on one piece of fabric (Ornamental Flatlock Stitch). There are two ways to sew a Flatlock Stitch.
Corded overlock Corded overlock can be used to strengthen stitches when joining elastic fabrics such as knits. Cording prevents knit fabrics from stretching and also stabilize the seams. 1. Insert the cord through the hole in the front of the foot. 2. Position the cord under the foot to the back of the machine and sew the garment seam. 3. The cord is attached in the stitch as the seam is sewn. Pin placement Insert straight pins to the left of the presser foot.
Machine maintenance An overlock requires more frequent maintenance than a conventional machine for two reasons: - A lot of lint is produced when the cutters are cutting the the fabric. - An overlock runs at a very high speed and needs to be oiled frequently to lubricate the internal working parts. Cleaning Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. Open the front cover and remove all the lint using the lint brush from the accessory case.
Replacing the stationary cutter Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. The stationary cutter should be changed when it becomes dull. The stationary cutter can be replaced according to the following directions. If you are having any difÀculties, consult your dealer to make the necessary adjustments. 1. Open the front cover and set the movable upper cutter (1) in nonworking position. 1 3 2 2. Loosen the stationary cutter set screw (2) and remove the stationary cutter (3). 3.
Trouble shooting Problem Solution Page Fabric does not feed well - Lengthen stitch length. 16 - Increase presser foot pressure for heavy weight fabric. 16 - Decrease presser foot pressure for light weight fabric. 16 - Check the differential feed. 15 - Insert needle correctly. 7 - Do not pull fabric while sewing. 13 - Tighten needle set screw. 7 - Use a larger size needle on heavy fabrics. 7 - Check threading. 9-12 Needle breaks Thread breaks - Check for tangled or caught thread.
Stitch table Explanation of the fabric symbols Woven light Chiffon, voil, organza, batiste, silk, etc. Stretch light charmeuse, nylon, tricot, single knit jerseys, etc. Woven medium Cotton, chino, wool, satin, etc Stretch medium double knit, velour, swimwear, etc. Woven heavy denim, canvas, terrycloth, etc. Stretch heavy sweather knits, Áeece, etc.
Combination Stitch Fabric Needle position Stitch length Stitch width Differential feed Stitch Ànger 2-thread Thread tension conB G R Y verter 2-thread overlock, wrap, narrow 1 Right 3 R(3.5) S 2-thread rolled edge 1 3 1 R 3.5 - 2.0 - 4.0 - 2.0 - 5.0 - 2.0 - 3.0 - 2.0 - 4.0 - 2.0 - 5.0 - 2.0 - 3.0 - 2.0 - 3.0 - 2.0 - 3.0 - 2.0 - 1.5 - 4.0 - 1.5 - 4.0 - 2.0 - 4.0 0.0 - - 5.0 0.5 - - 5.0 1.0 - - 5.0 0.0 - - 5.0 0.5 - - 5.0 1.
Combination Stitch Fabric Needle position Stitch length Stitch width Differential feed Stitch Ànger 2-thread Thread tension conB G R Y verter 3-thread overlock stitch, wide 1 Left 3 R(3.5) S 3-thread overlock stitch, narrow 1 3 R(3.5) S 3-thread Áatlock stitch, narrow 2 R(3.5) 1 S 2 R(3.5) 1 S 3.0 3.0 - 3.0 3.0 3.5 - 3.0 3.0 2.5 - 3.0 3.0 3.0 - 3.0 3.0 3.0 - 3.0 3.0 - 2.5 3.0 3.0 - 3.0 3.0 3.0 - 3.5 3.0 3.0 - 2.5 3.0 3.0 - 3.0 3.0 3.0 - 3.
Combination Stitch Fabric Needle position Stitch length Stitch width Differential feed Stitch Ànger 2-thread Thread tension conB G R Y verter 3-thread rolled edge Right 1 3 - 2.0 5.0 7.0 - 2.0 5.0 8.0 - 3.0 4.0 6.0 - 3.0 5.0 3.0 - 3.0 5.0 4.0 - 3.0 5.0 3.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 0.5 - 5.0 7.0 2.5 2.5 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.5 3.5 3.0 3.0 2.5 2.5 3.0 3.0 1.5 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.0 3.
Fabric / Needle / Thread table Fabric Light fabric Medium fabric Heavy fabric (voile, crepe, georgette, etc.) (cotton, chino, wool, satin etc.) (denim, jersey, tweed etc.) Needle #12/80 #12/80, #14/90 #14/90 Thread Polyester (spun Àlament) Twisted thread Twisted thread Twisted thread #60/2 #50/2 - #60/2 #60/2 - #80/2 (Twisted thread #80/3 - #100/3) SpeciÀcations Sewing speed Maximum 1300 stitches/min Stitch length 1.0-4.0 mm Differential feed ratio 0.7-2.
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