FUST NOVAMATIC NM 2830 User manual

NOVAMATIC NM 2830
FREIARM-NUTZSTICH-NÄHMASCHINE
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
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MACHINE A COUDRE AVEC BRAS LIBRE
MODE D'EMPLOI
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MACCHINA PER CUCIRE A BRACCIO LIBERO
ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO
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SEWING MACHINE WITH FREE ARM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read the complete instruction manual bevor using the sewing machine!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety instructions should always be observed, whenever an electric sewing machine is used.
Read the instruction manual before using the sewing machine for the first time. This sewing machine is intended
only for household use.
Danger –reduce the risk of electric shocks.
Never leave the sewing machine unattended while it is plugged in. Always unplug the appliance immediately after
use and before cleaning.
WARNING: reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shocks or injuries.
1. Never use the sewing machine as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the appliance is used near
children. Always pull the plug before leaving the sewing machine unattended, or a child might switch it on and
hurt itself.
2. Use the sewing machine only for its inteded use as described in this manual and only use accessories that
are explicitly recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Never operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped
on the floor or into water. In theses cases bring the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer for
repair.
4. Always check that the ventilation openings of the sewing machine are not blocked. Keep the ventilation
openings of the sewing machine and the foot controller free from accumulation of lint and dust.
5. Never insert any object whatsoever into one of the openings of the appliance.
6. Do not use this sewing machine outdoors.
7. Do not use this sewing machine in places where volatile or easily inflammable substances are used.
8. Do not unplug the appliance by pulling the cable. Always hold the plug itself and pull.
9. Keep fingers away from movable parts. Special care is required around the sewing needle.
10. Always use the correct needle plate. The wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.
11. Do not use bent or blunt needles.
12. Never pull or push the fabric while sewing, the needle could be bent or broken and might even hurt you.
13. Always unplug the sewing machine when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading the
needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot.
14. Always unplug the sewing machine before replacing the bulb and cleaning the sewing machine. Also unplug
the appliance before replacing any parts of the machine such as the needle, the presser foot, the presser foot
holder, the needle plate, etc. This way you can avoid painful injuries. Only turn the hand wheel during the
mentioned adjustments when absolutely necessary to avoid injuries.
15. Keep the electric cord away from the needle. Should the needle prick the cord you could suffer a dangerous
electric shock.
16. Never repair the appliance yourself, always take it to the nearest repair service et have it examined. No
liability will be assumed for damages that are caused by unappropriate treatment.
Caution: Unappropriate treatment can cause grave dangers for the user.
KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL!
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INDEX
Names of parts..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Accessories........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Extension table with accessory box...................................................................................................................... 7
Electric connection................................................................................................................................................ 8
Foot controller....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Sewing light.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Function keys........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Selection of the stitch pattern and indication........................................................................................................ 12
Presser foot lever.................................................................................................................................................. 13
Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot........................................................................................................... 13
Raise and drop the feed dogs.............................................................................................................................. 13
Replacing the needle............................................................................................................................................ 14
Replacing the presser foot.................................................................................................................................... 14
Attaching and removing the presser foot holder................................................................................................... 15
Thread and needle chart...................................................................................................................................... 16
Winding the bobbin............................................................................................................................................... 17
Removing and inserting the bobbin...................................................................................................................... 18
Threading the sewing machine............................................................................................................................. 19
Needle threader.................................................................................................................................................... 20
Drawing up the bobbin thread.............................................................................................................................. 21
Basic sewing and utility stitches
Starting to sew...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Finishing and locking a seam............................................................................................................................... 22
Changing sewing direction................................................................................................................................... 23
Seam allowance lines........................................................................................................................................... 23
Adjusting the stitch length manually..................................................................................................................... 24
Variable needle positions...................................................................................................................................... 24
Adjusting the top thread tension........................................................................................................................... 25
Adjusting the feed balance for stretch stitch patterns.......................................................................................... 26
Variations of straight stitching
Straight stitch........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Locked straight stitch............................................................................................................................................ 27
Triple stretch stitch................................................................................................................................................ 27
Simple stretch stitch............................................................................................................................................. 27
Saddle stitch......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Zigzag stitch.......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Securing the fabric edges
Zigzag stitch.......................................................................................................................................................... 29
Elastic zigzag stitch.............................................................................................................................................. 29
Overcast stitch...................................................................................................................................................... 29
Elastic pine leaf stitch........................................................................................................................................... 29
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INDEX
Buttonholes
Automatic buttonholes.......................................................................................................................................... 30
Rounded buttonholes and keyhole buttonholes................................................................................................... 33
Corded buttonholes.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Attaching buttons.................................................................................................................................................. 35
Sewing a covered zipper...................................................................................................................................... 36
Blind hem............................................................................................................................................................. 38
Rolled hem........................................................................................................................................................... 39
Shell stitch............................................................................................................................................................ 40
Smocking stitch.................................................................................................................................................... 40
Satin stitches........................................................................................................................................................ 41
Sewing decorative hems...................................................................................................................................... 41
Appliqué................................................................................................................................................................ 42
Patchwork............................................................................................................................................................. 42
Fagoting stitch...................................................................................................................................................... 43
Drawn work........................................................................................................................................................... 43
Cross stitch embroidery........................................................................................................................................ 44
Quilting.................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Attaching an elastic band..................................................................................................................................... 45
Cording................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Memorizing stitch patterns.................................................................................................................................... 46
Patching................................................................................................................................................................ 47
Messages on the LCD screen.............................................................................................................................. 47
Maintenance of the machine and problems
Cleaning the hook race........................................................................................................................................ 48
Trouble-shooting................................................................................................................................................... 49
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NAMES OF PARTS
1LCD screen
2Function keys
3Needle position key
4Auto-lock key
5Reverse key
6Feed balancing dial
7Hook cover plate release button
8Hook cover plate
9Extension table with accessory box
10 Needle plate
11 Needle threader
12 Thread cutter
13 Face cover plate
14 Thread lever
15 Upper thread guide
16 Top thread tension dial
17 Thread spool pin
18 Spool holder
19 Screen sharpness adjusting knob
20 Needle clamp screw
21 Needle
22 Presser foot
23 Presser foot holder
24 Opening for additional spool pin
25 Presser foot lever
26 Buttonhole lever
27 Free arm
28 Feed dog position button
29 Machine sockets
30 Power switch
31 Hand wheel
32 Bobbin winder stopper
33 Bobbin winder
34 Carrying handle
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ACCESSORIES
1A: zigzag foot
2C: overedge foot
3D: hemmer foot
4E: zipper foot
5F: satin stitch foot
6G: blind hemmer foot
7H: cording foot
8R: buttonhole foot
94bobbins
10 Screwdriver
11 Lint brush
12 Set of needles
13 Seam ripper
14 Spool holder (large)
15 Spool holder (small)
16 Spool stand
17 Additional spool pin
18 Quilter
19 Spool pin felt
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EXTENSION TABLE WITH
ACCESSORY BOX
This sewing machine has an extension table which
enlarges the sewing surface.
1extension table
2pin
3opening
FREE ARM SEWING
Remove the extension table by holding the extension
table and pulling it away from the sewing machine.
Advantages of free arm sewing:
-Prevents the fabric from getting entangled in the
needle when reinforcing pockets or waistbands.
-Simplifies sewing sleeves, waistbands,
trouser-legs and all other tubular garments.
-Toreinforce the seats of trousers and children's
clothes.
REINSERT THE EXTENSION TABLE
Insert the extension table by pushing the table on to
the free arm until it engages.
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ELECTRIC CONNECTION
1power switch
2machine plugs
3power supply plug
4machine sockets
Before connecting the sewing machine to a socket,
please verify that the tension of the sewing machine
corresponds to your power supply.
(220-240 V / 50 Hz)
Switch the sewing machine off using the power switch
1.
Put the machine plugs 2into the machine sockets
4.
Plug the power supply plug 3into a suitable power
supply socket.
Use the power switch to switch on the sewing
machine. The light is switched on as soon as the
sewing machine is switched on and a beep is emitted.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Always keep an eye on the sewing area while the
sewing machine is switched on and do not touch any
moving parts, e.g. the thread lever, the hand wheel or
the needle.
Always switch offand unplug the sewing machine
when leaving the machine unattended, to attach or
remove parts and for cleaning.
FOOT CONTROLLER
Sewing speed can be controlled by the foot controller.
The further you push the foot controller downwards
the faster the sewing machine will sew.
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SEWING LIGHT
The sewing light is located behind the face cover
plate and is switched on when the sewing machine is
switched on.
1face cover plate
2light bulb
3bulb holder
REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB
Replace the light bulb when necessary. Always switch
off and unplug the sewing machine before replacing
the light bulb. New light bulbs are obtainable at your
dealers.
Pull the plug out of the socket and open the face
cover plate.
Remove the light bulb by pulling it carefully
downwards.
The used light bulbs are disposable with the houshold
litter.
Insert the new light bulb into the holder and push it up
as far as possible.
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FUNCTION KEYS
1Reverse key
For the straight stitch , the zigzag stitch
and the elastic zigzag stitch :
The machine sews backwards until you release
the reverse key.
For utility and decorative stiches:
Press the reverse key once and the machine will
automatically sew a few stitches in reverse.
2Auto-Lock key
For the straight stitch , the zigzag stitch
and the elastic zigzag stitch :
The machine sews a few stitches in place and
stop automatically.
For utility and decorative stitches:
Press this key during sewing and the sewing
machine will finish the pattern and then sew a few
stitches in place and stop automatically.
3Needle position key
Press this key to raise or lower the needle. The
needle will go up or down according to its initial
position and a beep is emitted.
4Screen sharpness adjusting dial
Turn this dial to adjust the sharpness of the LCD
screen, e.g. if the screen stays dark after
switching on the sewing machine.
5Mode key
Press this key to select one of the stitches 1-10 or
one of the stitches 11-30. The corresponding light
indicates which group of stitches is selected.
The buttonhole stitches BH1, BH2 and BH3 can
be selected directly in both modes.
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