ELNA eXcellence 782 User manual

eXcellence 782
ⅠInstruction Book Ⅰ

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
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.
WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, re, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner’s manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner’s manual.
3. Never operate this sewing machine 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 this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this sewing
machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant
National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your
retailer for guidance. (EEA (European Economic Area) and UK)
For Europe only:
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 outside Europe (except U.S.A.):
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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ESSENTIAL PARTS
Names of Parts................................................................4
Standard Accessories...................................................... 5
Extension Table ...............................................................8
Free-arm Sewing.............................................................8
Accessory Storage ..........................................................8
Extra Wide Table .............................................................9
Foot Control and Thread Cutter Switch.........................10
Adjusting the Thread Cutter Switch Position .................10
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply .......................................12
Using Start/Stop Button...............................................12
Using Foot Control ......................................................13
Thread Cutter Switch.....................................................14
Controlling Sewing Speed .............................................15
Speed Control Slider ...................................................15
Foot Control.................................................................15
Machine Operating Buttons...........................................16
Touch Panel Keys and Jog Dials...................................17
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot ........................18
Stitch Reference Chart ..................................................19
Winding the Bobbin .......................................................20
Inserting the Bobbin ....................................................22
Threading the Machine..................................................23
Guide Sticker for Threading.........................................24
Built-in Needle Threader................................................25
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread .....................................26
Replacing Needles ........................................................ 27
Fabric and Needle Chart ...............................................27
Replacing the Presser Foot...........................................28
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder...................... 29
Attaching Ruler Work Foot QR......................................30
Attaching Darning Foot PD-H........................................30
Attaching Professional Grade Foot HP..........................30
Attaching Dual Feed Foot AD or Dual Feed Plus
Professional Foot HP2 ..................................................31
Retractable Sewing Light...............................................31
Replacing the Needle Plate...........................................32
Using the Straight Stitch Needle Plate ..........................33
Dropping the Feed Dogs ...............................................33
Knee Lifter ..................................................................... 34
Using the Cloth Guide ...................................................34
ORDINARY SEWING MODE
Ordinary Stitch Patterns ................................................35
Function Keys................................................................39
Utility Stitches................................................................41
Straight Stitches ..........................................................41
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric.........................41
Changing Sewing Direction ......................................... 41
Turning a Square Corner............................................. 41
Securing Seams .......................................................... 42
Cutting Threads...........................................................42
Needle Plate Guides......................................................42
Sewing with the Dual Feed Device................................43
Dual Feed Plus Professional Foot HP2.........................44
Sewing with Professional Grade Foot HP .....................45
Floating Mode................................................................46
Variety of Straight Stitches ............................................ 47
Variety of Zigzag Stitches .............................................. 48
Variety of Overcasting Stitches...................................... 49
Manual Stitch Settings...................................................50
Adjusting Thread Tension ............................................51
Adjusting Foot Pressure Control .................................52
Number of Locking Stitches ........................................52
Foot Up for Pivoting.......................................................52
Favorite Stitch Adjustment............................................. 53
Other Utility Stitches......................................................54
BUTTONHOLES AND SPECIALTY
STITCHES
Variety of Buttonholes.................................................... 56
B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole.....................................57
Double Layer Buttonhole...............................................59
Manual Settings.............................................................60
Using the Stabilizer Plate ..............................................61
B2 Automatic (Square) Buttonhole ................................ 62
Other Buttonholes..........................................................64
B11 Welted Buttonhole (Bound Buttonhole) .................. 65
Corded Buttonhole.........................................................67
Specialty Stitches ..........................................................67
B12 Button Sewing......................................................67
B13 Darning ................................................................68
B14 Tacking.................................................................69
B15 Fly Stitch ..............................................................69
B16-B18 Eyelets..........................................................69
DECORATIVE STITCHES
Decorative Stitches........................................................70
Quilting ..........................................................................78
Using the Quilting Guide Bar.......................................78
Q1-Q3 Patchwork Piecing ........................................... 78
Angle Scales on the Needle Plate...............................78
Circular Sewing ...........................................................79
Q76-Q79 Hand-look Quilt Stitches .............................. 79
Satin Stitches.................................................................79
Elongation Ratio .......................................................... 79
Mirage Stitches..............................................................80
Created Stitches............................................................81
Twin Needle Sewing ...................................................... 82
PROGRAMMING A PATTERN
COMBINATION
Mirror Image of Patterns................................................84
Bridge Stitches ..............................................................85
Editing a Pattern Combination....................................... 86
Deleting a Pattern........................................................86
Inserting a Pattern ....................................................... 86
Startover Key...............................................................87
Checking Pattern Combination Length........................ 88
Tapering......................................................................... 90
Tapered Stitch Sample 1 .............................................90
Auto-lock Stitch Function............................................. 91
Flipping a Tapered Pattern 1 ....................................... 91
Adjustment of Tapered Stitches...................................92
Flipping a Tapered Pattern 2 ....................................... 94
Tapered Stitch Sample 2 .............................................95

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MONOGRAMMING
Function Keys................................................................97
Manual Thread Tension .................................................98
Individual Thread Tension Adjustment......................... 98
Unied Thread Tension Adjustment............................. 98
Spacing..........................................................................98
Reducing the Size of Letters .........................................98
Programming a Monogram............................................99
Saving a Pattern Combination..................................... 100
Creating a New Folder ..............................................101
Changing a Folder Name or File Name..................... 101
Deleting a File or Folder ............................................ 101
Opening a Pattern Combination ..................................102
SEWING APPLICATION
Variety of Sewing Applications.....................................103
Sewing.........................................................................105
Seaming Woven ........................................................ 105
Seaming Stretch/Knit................................................. 106
Curve......................................................................... 106
Topstitching ...............................................................106
Rolled Hem................................................................107
Overedge Woven.......................................................108
Overedge Stretch/Knit ............................................... 108
Overedge Heavy .......................................................109
Blind Hem.................................................................. 110
Shell Tuck.................................................................. 112
Lapped Zipper ........................................................... 113
Pouch Zipper ............................................................. 116
Gathering................................................................... 118
Easestitching ............................................................. 118
Basting ...................................................................... 119
Buttonhole ................................................................. 119
Button ........................................................................120
Tacking ......................................................................121
Eyelet ........................................................................122
Smocking...................................................................123
Fagoting ....................................................................124
Quilt Application...........................................................125
Patchwork Piecing..................................................... 125
Free Motion ............................................................... 126
Accurate Stitch Regulator Function/A.S.R. Foot
Holder........................................................................ 127
Changing the Foot Attachment.................................. 129
Ruler Work.................................................................130
Variable ZZ ................................................................ 131
Applique ....................................................................132
Straight Stitch (with Dual Feed)................................. 133
Decorative Quilt Stitch............................................... 134
Clasp Stitch ...............................................................134
Sashiko......................................................................135
Hand-Look QU ..........................................................135
Invisible Zipper (Optional)............................................136
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode.................................................139
Sewing Setting Mode...................................................142
Language Setting Mode ..............................................146
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns ............................146
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook Area...............................................147
Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide..................... 148
Problems and Warning Signals ...................................149
Troubleshooting........................................................... 150
Formatting USB Flash Drives......................................152
Stitch Chart..................................................................154
Stitch Chart (Monogram) .............................................156

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ESSENTIAL PARTS
Names of Parts
(1) Thread take-up lever
(2) Reference chart
(3) Top cover
(4) Touch panel stylus holder
(5) Foot compartment
(6) Bobbin thread cutter B
(7) Bobbin winder spindle
(8) Bobbin thread cutter A
(9) Hole for extra spool pin
(10) Spool pin
(11) Spool holder (large)
(12) Retractable sewing light
(13) Face plate
(14) Needle threader lever
(15) Thread cutter/holder
(16) Extension table (accessory storage)
(17) Needle plate release lever
(18) Holes for circular pivot pin
(19) Feed balancing dial
(20) Knee lifter socket
(21) Visual touch screen
(22) Speed control slider
(23) Start/stop button
(24) Reverse button
(25) Auto-lock button
(26) Needle up/down button
(27) Presser foot lifter button
(28) Thread cutter button
(29) Stitch width adjusting dial
(30) Stitch length adjusting dial
(31) Lower thread guide
(32) Needle clamp screw
(33) Needle bar thread guide
(34) Needle
(35) Zigzag foot A
(36) Needle plate
(37) Hook cover release button
(38) Hook cover plate
(39) Bobbin thread cutter
(40) Feed dogs
(41) Foot holder
(42) Thumbscrew
(43) Lever
(44) Buttonhole lever
(45) Needle threader guide
(31)
(32)
(35)
(41)
(44)
(36)
(37)
(38)
(42)
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(40)
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(1)
(3) (4) (6)(7)
(8)(9)(10)
(11)
(13)
(14)
(16) (19) (20)
(22)
(17)
(21)
(15)
(23)
(24)
(25) (26) (27) (28)
(12)
(45)
(33)
(39)
(43)
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NOTE:
• To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying
handle with your hand, and support the sewing
machine with the other hand.
• Sewing machine design and specications are
subject to change without prior notice.
(46)
(47)
(48)
(51)
(50)
(52) (53) (54) (55)
(56)
(57)
(49)
(46) Carrying handle
(47) Handwheel
(48) Dual feed balancing dial
(49) Ventilation openings
(50) Thread cutter switch jack
(51) USB port
(52) Drop feed lever
(53) Machine socket
(54) Foot control jack
(55) Power switch
(56) Dual feed drive
(57) Presser foot lifter
(58) Attachment connector cover
(58)
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
(8)(6) (7) (9)
(10) (12) (14)
(15)
(21) (22)
(20)
Standard Accessories
No. Part Name Part No.
1 Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) 859802006
2 Overcasting foot M 859810007
3Satin stitch foot F 859 8 06 011
4Blind hemming foot G 859807001
5 Zipper foot E 859805009
61/4˝ seam foot O 859814012
71/4˝ seam foot O (without guide) 202313104
8 Automatic buttonhole foot R 862822013
9Stabilizer plate 859832016
10 Rolled hem foot D 859804008
11 Open-toe satin stitch foot F2 859813000
12 Darning foot PD-H 859839002
13 Darning foot PD-H (open-toe) 859839013
14 Professional grade foot HP 865803006
15
Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC 859836009
16 Free motion quilting open-toe foot QO 859837000
17 Free motion quilting zigzag foot QV 859812009
18 Variable zigzag open-toe foot QZ 862895006
19 Ruler work foot QR 862896007
20 Button sewing foot T 859 8110 0 8
21 Button shank plate 832820007
22 Dual feed holder 859817015
23 Dual feed foot AD 859819109
24 Dual feed plus professional foot HP2 865522008
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(16) (17) (18) (19)
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(27)
(28)
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(30)
(31)
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Standard Accessories
No. Part Name Part No.
25 A.S.R. case 869408010
26 A.S.R. (Accurate Stitch Regulator)
with ASR-QC 868835006
27 A.S.R. 868835017
28 A.S.R. closed-toe foot ASR-QC 868837008
29 A.S.R. open-toe foot ASR-QO 868837101
30 A.S.R. clear-view foot ASR-QV 868837204
31 A.S.R. ruler work foot ASR-QR 868837307
32 A.S.R. instruction card 103334A01
(7) (8)
(9)
(1) (2) (3)
(5) (6)
(10) (11)
No. Part Name Part No.
1 Bobbin x 5* (1 set on the machine) 102261103
2Needle set 859856005
3Lint brush 802424004
4Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener) 647808009
5Quilting guide bar 755802001
6Screwdriver 820832005
7Spool holder (large) x 2* (1 set on
the machine) 822020503
8Spool holder (small) x 2* 822019509
9Spool holder (special) x 2* 862408008
10 Extra spool pin 809146000
11 Touch panel stylus 860194002
12 Circular pivot pin 849801004
13 Needle plate (set on the machine) 861606016
14 Hook cover plate 809136100
15 Straight stitch needle plate 862817118
16 Hook cover plate 809136100
17 Professional grade needle plate HP 865805019
18 Hook cover plate (HP) 809136A01
19 Accessory case 866801018
* This is a part number of single item (not set number).
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(17) (19)
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(1) (2)
(4)
(3)
(5) (6) (7) (8)
No. Part Name Part No.
1Foot control 043170108
2 Thread cutter switch 865810006
3Cable tie 767849306
4Base plate 767849100
*Rubber sole x 6** 525010005
5Setscrew A x 4** 000081005
6Setscrew B x 2** 865045002
7 Washer x 2** 000072508
8 Rubber sole x 2** 525010005
* Rubber sole x 6 are already attached on the under
side of the base plate.
** This is a part number of single item (not set number).
(24) (25)
(20)
(26)
(23)
(22)(21) No. Part Name Part No.
20 Instruction book 869800407
21 Threading guide sticker 101506A08
22 Dust cover 858802069
23 Power supply
cable**
U.S.A. and Canada 856519004
U.K. 830377008
Australia 830314018
Continental Europe 830335004
24 Cloth guide 858401008
25 Extra wide table 865812008
26 Knee lifter 846417022
** The power supply cable included may differ from the
illustration.
Instructional Video
A presentation video with quick-start
information for this model is available
online and can be accessed using
the following QR code.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzURYW7eS
wbGCTc2tRbWKe5sG0kPfkkCz
Download application for PC
You can design and create your own
stitch patterns.
* This application is for PC only.
https://global.elna.com/
excellence-782-stitch-composer/ StitchComposer
Optional accessories
Optional accessories for this model
are avaialble by accessing the
following QR code.
https://global.elna.com/optional-accessories/

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(2)
(3)
(1)
Accessory Storage
The accessories can be conveniently stored in the
accessory case, the compartments of the extension table
and the compartments under the top cover.
To store the accessories in the compartment of the
extension table, hook your ngers in the hollow on the left
side of the extension table. While holding the extension
table with the other hand, pull it open in the direction of
the arrow to open it.
(1) Foot compartment
(2) Stabilizer plate
(3) Automatic buttonhole foot R
(4) Straight stitch needle plate
(5) Professional grade needle plate HP
(6) Bobbin
(7) Dual feed foot AD
(8) Dual feed plus professional foot HP2
(9) Extra spool pin
(10) Circular pivot pin
Other accessories can be also stored in the compartment
in the extension table.
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(4) (5)
(7) (8)
Accessory Case
To store the other accessories, open the accessory case
and store in the appropriate places. Optional accessories
can also be stored in this case.
Extension Table
The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be removed for free-arm sewing.
(1) Extension table
(2) Free-arm
To detach:
Draw the table out to the left.
To attach:
Slide the table on the base and push the table to the
right.
Free-arm Sewing
Free-arm sewing is used for stitching sleeves,
waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garments.
It is also useful for darning socks or mending knees or
elbows.
(3) Free-arm
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(2)
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Extra Wide Table
To attach:
1. Screw the adjusting screws into the legs.
2. Peel off the backing paper from the rubber soles and
attach to the bottom of the legs.
(1) Adjusting screw
(2) Leg
(3) Rubber sole
(1)
(4)
(5)
3. Attach the 6 legs to the table top with the setscrews.
(4) Setscrew
(5) Table top
4. Remove the extension table.
tightenloosen
5. Place the assembled table on the machine.
6. Adjust the height of the table top by turning the
adjusting screw.
To remove:
To remove the legs from the table top, you do not have to
loosen the setscrews.
Turn the leg clockwise to remove the leg from the table
top.
To attach the leg to the table top again, insert the
leg into the attachment of the leg, then turn the leg
counterclockwise until it stops.
1. 2.
4.
5.
6.
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(3)
3.

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Adjusting the Thread Cutter Switch Position
Placing the thread cutter switch to the left.
The thread cutter switch position can be adjusted for your
convenience.
If you wish to attach the thread cutter switch to the left
side of the foot control, follow the procedure below.
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(2) (3) (1)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(1)
1.
2.
3.
1. Remove the setscrews A, B and washers with a
Phillips head screwdriver.
(1) Setscrew A
(2) Setscrew B
(3) Washer
3. Attach the foot control and thread cutter switch
with the setscrews and the washers. Tighten the
setscrews A and B. Be sure that the cable is not
caught between the foot control and the base plate.
(1) Setscrew A
(2) Setscrew B
(3) Washer
(6)
(5)
(4)
(4)
Foot Control and Thread Cutter Switch
To attach the foot control and the thread cutter switch
to the base plate, tighten setscrews, and setscrews with
washers as shown.
(1) Foot control
(2) Thread cutter switch
(3) Base plate
(4) Setscrew A
(5) Setscrew B
(6) Washer
(1)
(2)
(3)
NOTE:
A Phillips head screwdriver is not included with this
machine.
2. Turn the base plate 180 degrees.

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(1)
Adjusting the horizontal position of the thread cutter
switch
1. Loosen the setscrews under the switch.
(1) Setscrew
(2) Washer
(5)
(6)
(4)
2. Slide the switch to the left or right, and x it at the
desired position by tightening the setscrews with a
screwdriver.
1.
2.
(2)
(1)
1. 2.
(3)
Adjusting the vertical position of the thread cutter
switch
1. Remove the setscrews and washers.
2. Move the switch forward or backward, attach the
switch at the desired position and x it with the
setscrews and washers.
(1) Setscrew
(2) Washer
(3) Desired position
NOTE:
• To x the thread cutter switch at its lowest position,
x the setscrews into the hole (4), and then holes (5).
• Tighten the setscrews securely.
• Peel off the backing paper from the rubber sole (6)
and attach it to the bottom of the thread cutter switch
as shown.

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(1)
1.
3.
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(5)
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply
Using Start/Stop Button
1. First make sure the power switch is off.
2. Insert the machine plug of the power supply cable
into the machine socket.
3. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet, and
turn the power switch on.
(1) Power switch
(2) Machine plug
(3) Machine socket
(4) Power supply plug
(5) Wall outlet
2.
Before Using Your Sewing Machine
Before using your sewing machine for the rst time,
place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and run the
machine for a few minutes.
Wipe away any oil which may appear.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off” position
of the switch.
For the U.S.A. and Canada only
Polarized plug (one blade wider than the other):
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
to t in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not t
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
NOTE:
• Make sure to use the power supply cable that came
with the machine.
• If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds
before turning it on again.
WARNING:
• While in operation, always keep your eyes on the
sewing area, and do not touch any moving parts
such as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or
needle.
• Always turn off the power switch and unplug the
machine from the power supply:
- when leaving the machine unattended.
- when attaching or removing parts.
- when cleaning the machine.
• Do not place anything on the foot control.
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Using Foot Control
If you wish to use the foot control, pull out the cord from
the foot control and insert the pin connector into the jack
on the machine.
1. First make sure the power switch is off.
2. Insert the machine plug of the power supply cable
into the machine socket.
3. Draw out the cord from the foot control and insert
the pin connector into the foot control jack on the
machine.
4. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet, and
turn the power switch on.
(1) Power switch
(2) Machine plug
(3) Machine socket
(4) Pin connector
(5) Foot control jack
(6) Power supply plug
(7) Wall outlet
1.
4.
(1)
(5)
(4)
(2)
(6)
(7)
(3)
3.
2.
NOTE:
The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
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5.
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(4)
(3)
Thread Cutter Switch
If you wish to use the thread cutter switch, insert the
pin connector into the thread cutter switch jack on the
machine.
1. First make sure the power switch is off.
2. Remove the cable tie from the cable.
3. Insert the machine plug of the power supply cable
into the machine socket.
4. Insert the pin connector into the thread cutter switch
jack on the machine.
5. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet, and
turn the power switch on.
(1) Power switch
(2) Cable tie
(3) Pin connector
(4) Thread cutter switch jack
(5) Machine plug
(6) Machine socket
(7) Power supply plug
(8) Wall outlet
(6)
(5)
(7)
(8)
3.
4.
5.
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2.
After sewing, depress the thread cutter switch on the
right side of the foot control to trim both the needle and
bobbin threads.
Do not depress the thread cutter switch until the start/
stop button turns blue (2).
(1) Thread cutter switch
(1)
(2)
(3)
NOTE:
• The thread cutter switch does not work without the
foot control being depressed rst.
• Bundle the cables with the cable tie as necessary.
(3) Cable tie

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Controlling Sewing Speed
Speed Control Slider
You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed
control slider according to your sewing needs.
To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the
right. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to
the left.
The sewing speed can be changed while stitching.
(1) (2)
(3)
Foot Control
Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed.
The harder you press the foot control, the faster the
machine runs.
NOTE:
• The machine runs at the maximum speed set by
the speed control slider when the foot control is fully
depressed.
• You can select the desired start-up speed from slow,
medium or high (refer to page 143).
• This machine is equipped with an automatic
shutdown safety feature to prevent overheating
whenever the machine is running overloaded. Follow
the safety instructions that appear on the visual
touch screen.
Cord storage
The cord of the foot control can be conveniently stored in
the cord storage under the base cover of the foot control.
(1) Base cover
(2) Cord
(3) Hooks
Operating Instructions:
Foot control model 21380 is for use with this sewing
machine.

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Utility Applique Quilt Bridge Decorative
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
immediately. The machine will automatically stop.
When the machine is stopped, press the auto-lock
button and the LED signal (7) will blink. The machine
will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically
stop when the machine is started.
• When any other stitches are selected:
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
at the end of current pattern. The machine will
automatically stop.
When the machine is stopped, press the auto-lock
button and the LED signal (7) will blink. The machine
will sew a locking stitch at the end of the current pattern
and automatically stop when the machine is started.
The machine will trim the threads automatically after
locking the stitch when the auto thread cutting is
turned on (refer to page 142).
(4) Needle up/down button
Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down.
The machine will stop with the needle in down position.
However, you can change the needle stop position in the
machine setting mode (refer to page 142).
(5) Presser foot lifter button
The presser foot will go up or down by pressing this
button.
You can also use the presser foot lifter and knee lifter to
raise and lower the presser foot (refer to pages 18 and
34).
(6) Thread cutter button
After nishing sewing, press this button to trim the
threads. The needle bar automatically rises after trimming
the threads (refer to page 42).
The LED signal (8) blinks when the machine trims
threads.
Machine Operating Buttons
(1) Start/stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine.
The machine starts running slowly for the rst few
stitches, then runs at the speed set by the speed control
slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is
pressed.
The button will turn red when the machine is running, and
blue when it has been stopped.
Pressing and holding this button while sewing will slow
down the sewing speed and the machine will stop when
the button is released.
(2) Reverse button
• When the following stitch patterns are selected:
NOTE:
There will be particular functions of the reverse
button when stitch pattern U2, U3, B2, B13, or B14
is selected. Refer to pages 47, 62-63, 68 and 121 for
instructions.
(3) Auto-lock button
• When the following stitch patterns are selected:
Utility Applique Quilt Bridge Decorative
The machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse
button is pressed. Release the button to sew forward.
When the machine is stopped and foot control is
disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly
as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the
button to stop the machine.
• When any other stitches are selected:
If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.
(1)
(2)
(3) (4) (5) (6)
(7) (8)
NOTE:
• The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot
control is connected to the machine.
• You can select the desired start-up speed from slow,
medium or high (refer to page 143).
NOTE:
• The thread cutter button does not function:
- directly after turning on the power.
- when the presser foot is raised with the presser foot
lifter.
- after being pressed 3 times in a row.
• Use the thread cutter on the face plate if the thread
is #30 or thicker (refer to page 42).
After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin
holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the
bobbin thread.

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(1) Home key
Press this key to return the top of the utility stitch pattern
selections.
(2) Stitch reference key (refer to page 19)
Press this key to show the stitch reference chart.
(3) Open le key (refer to pages 81 and 102)
Press this key and the open le window will open.
You can open pattern combinations and monograms
saved in the machine’s internal memory or on a USB
ash drive.
(4) Set mode key (refer to page 138)
Press this key to enter the setting mode. You can
customize the machine settings to your preference.
The settings for “Machine Settings”, “Sewing Settings”,
and “Language Setting” are available in this mode.
(5) Lockout key
Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories, etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons except the
lockout key and presser foot lifter button are deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press this key again.
(6) Touch bar
Press on the bar and slide to the right or left to display
the next page or previous page.
(7) Page keys
Press the page key to display the next page or previous
page. Press and hold the page key to turn the pages
continuously.
(8) Stitch length adjusting dial (refer to pages 51, 60,
etc.)
Turn this jog dial to alter the stitch length of the selected
pattern.
(9) Stitch width adjusting dial (refer to pages 50, 53,
60, 68, 122, etc.)
Turn this jog dial to alter the stitch width or needle drop
position of the selected stitch pattern.
Touch Panel Keys and Jog Dials
CAUTION:
Do not press the touch panel or visual touch screen
with hard or sharp objects like pencils or screwdrivers.
Use the touch panel stylus included in the standard
accessories.
(1)
(2)
(5)
(3)
(4)
(7)
(6)
(8)(9)

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(2)
(5)
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot
(1)
NOTE:
The presser foot cannot be lowered with the presser
foot lifter if the foot was raised with the presser foot
lifter button.
CAUTION:
Do not turn the handwheel or press the needle up/
down button when the presser foot is in extra lifted
position. This may cause damage to the presser foot.
The presser foot lifter button, the presser foot lifter or the
knee lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.
You can raise the presser foot about 6 mm (1/4˝) higher
than the normal up position by exerting more pressure
when lifting the presser foot lifter or knee lifter. This helps
you to place layers of thick fabric.
(1) Presser foot lifter button
(2) Presser foot lifter
(3) Presser foot
(4) Up position
(5) Extra lifted position
(6) Down position
(2)
(3)
(6)
(4)