Husqvarna Viking SAPPHIRE 9650Q User manual

KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING™
User’s Guide

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. Keep the instructions at a suitable
place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third party.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing ma-
chine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning, removing covers, lubricat-
ing or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, re, electric shock, or
injury to person:
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is neccesary when this sewing machine is used by or
near children.
• Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
• 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 the sewing machine to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• Never operate the sewing machine 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.
• Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as thread-
ing needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• The foot control is used to operate the machine. Avoid placing other objects on the foot control.
• Do not use the machine if it is wet.
• If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it's service agent
or a similarly qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• If the supply cord connected with the foot control is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufac-
turer or its service agent or a similarly qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See
instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be
added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowl-
edge of the system and should be done only by qualied service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-insulated prod-
uct is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.
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.
The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 75dB(A).
The machine must only be used with foot control of type “FR5” manufactured by Shanghai Binao
Precision Mould Co., Ltd.
FOR OUTSIDE EUROPE:
This sewing machine 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 sewing machine by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine.
The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 75dB(A).
The machine must only be used with foot control of type “FR5” manufactured by Shanghai Binao
Precision Mould Co., Ltd.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting to know your machine 1:5
MACHINE OVERVIEW 1:6
Rear Side...........................................................................1:6
Needle Area......................................................................1:6
Accessory Box .................................................................1:7
ACCESSORIES 1:7
Included Accessories ......................................................1:7
Accessories Included ......................................................1:7
Presser Feet ......................................................................1:8
STITCHES 1:10
ALPHABETS 1:16
Set Up 2:1
UNPACKING 2:2
Connecting the foot control cord.................................2:2
Connect the power cord and foot control ..................2:2
PACK AWAY AFTER SEWING 2:3
FREE ARM 2:3
USB PORT 2:3
Connect to and remove from USB port......................2:3
SPOOL PINS 2:4
Horizontal Position.........................................................2:4
Vertical Position...............................................................2:4
Auxiliary Spool Pin .........................................................2:4
THREADING THE UPPER THREAD 2:5
NEEDLE THREADER 2:5
THREADING FOR TWIN NEEDLE 2:6
THREAD CUTTER 2:6
THREAD SENSOR 2:6
BOBBIN WINDING 2:7
Bobbin Winding Through the Needle.........................2:7
Winding Specialty Threads ............................................2:7
CHANGING THE NEEDLE PLATE 2:8
INSERTING THE BOBBIN 2:8
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT 2:8
CHANGING THE NEEDLE 2:9
NEEDLES 2:9
THREADS 2:10
STABILIZERS 2:10
HOW TO UPDATE YOUR MACHINE 2:11
Update instructions.......................................................2:11
Settings & functions 3:1
FUNCTION BUTTONS 3:2
Speed + and -...................................................................3:2
Selective Thread Cutter..................................................3:2
Needle Stop Up/Down..................................................3:2
STOP.................................................................................3:2
FIX ....................................................................................3:3
Sensor Foot Up and Extra Lift .....................................3:3
Start/Stop.........................................................................3:3
Sensor Foot Down and Pivot........................................3:3
Reverse..............................................................................3:3
EXCLUSIVE SENSOR SYSTEM™3:3
OVERVIEW TOUCH AREA 3:4
Quick Help.......................................................................3:4
Save to My Stitches/My Files........................................3:4
Delete................................................................................3:4
Mirror end-to-end/mirror side-to-side........................3:4
ALT and function arrows ..............................................3:4
Exclusive SEWING ADVISOR™................................3:4
COLOR TOUCH SCREEN 3:5
Start Menu........................................................................3:5
Toolbar..............................................................................3:5
SET MENU 3:6
Machine Settings..............................................................3:6
Stitch Settings .................................................................3:7
Sewing Settings................................................................3:8
Frequently used icons.....................................................3:8
Sewing 4:1
TABS 4:2
Stitch menu tab................................................................4:2
Sewing Information Tab ................................................4:3
Stitch altering ...................................................................4:5
ALT and function arrows ..............................................4:5
EXCLUSIVE SEWING ADVISOR™ FEATURE 4:7
Fabric Selection ...............................................................4:7
Sewing Techniques..........................................................4:8
SEWING TECHNIQUES 4:9
Seam ..................................................................................4:9
Overcast..........................................................................4:10
Seam and Overcast........................................................4:11
Seam/Overcast for Ribbing ........................................4:11
Baste ...............................................................................4:12
Blind Hem......................................................................4:12
Hem.................................................................................4:13
Perfectly Balanced Sensor
One-Step Buttonhole ...................................................4:14
Manual Buttonhole .......................................................4:15
Manual Bartack..............................................................4:15
Special Sewing Techniques .........................................4:16
Free Motion Quilting....................................................4:17
SEWING POP-UP MESSAGES 4:18

Program 5:1
PROGRAM 5:2
EDIT YOUR STITCH OR LETTERING PROGRAM 5:3
Tabs in Program mode...................................................5:3
Stitch program commands.............................................5:3
SEWING A STITCH PROGRAM 5:4
SAVE TO MY STITCHES 5:4
TO RE-LOAD A STITCH PROGRAM 5:5
PROGRAM POP-UP MESSAGES 5:5
File Manager 6:1
FILE MANAGER 6:2
AVAILABLE MEMORY 6:2
BROWSE FILE MANAGER 6:3
List/Thumbnail View.....................................................6:3
MY FILES 6:3
USB ...................................................................................6:3
Open a Folder..................................................................6:3
Move Up One Folder Level...........................................6:3
ORGANIZE 6:4
Create a New Folder.......................................................6:4
Move a File or Folder .....................................................6:4
Copy a File or Folder......................................................6:4
Rename a File or Folder.................................................6:4
Delete a File or Folder ...................................................6:4
FILE MANAGER POP-UP MESSAGES 6:4
Maintenance 7:1
CLEANING THE MACHINE 7:2
TROUBLESHOOTING 7:3

1GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE
This section of the User’s Guide will give you an overview of your machine,
its accessories and stitches.

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1. Lid
2. Pre-Tension Thread guide
3. Thread tension discs
4. Thread take-up lever
5. Thread slots
6. Thread tension disc for bobbin winding
7. Thread cutter
8. LED-lights
9. Stitch plate
10. Bobbin cover
11. Button ruler and built-in tape measure
12. Base plate
13. Function button panel
14. Main spool pin
15. Bobbin winding thread guide
16. Auxiliary spool pin
17. Bobbin stop
18. Thread cutter for bobbin winding
19. Bobbin winder spindle
20. Handwheel
21. Interactive Color Touch Screen
22. Built-In USB port
23. Stylus holder
24. ON/OFF switch, connectors for power
cord and foot control
REAR SIDE
25. Handle
26. Free arm
NEEDLE AREA
27. Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot
socket
28. Built-In needle threader
29. Needle bar
30. Needle clamp
31. Needle thread guide
32. Presser foot bar and presser foot ankle
33. Presser foot
MACHINE OVERVIEW

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ACCESSORY BOX
The accessory box features special compartments for
presser feet and bobbins, plus space for needles and other
accessories. Store the accessories in the box so they are
easily accessible.
34. Space for accessories
35. Removable presser feet and bobbin tray
ACCESSORIES
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
36. Stylus
37. Thread net (2)
38. Felt pad (2)
39. Screwdriver
40. Seam ripper
41. Brush
42. Edge/Quilting guide
43. 2 spool caps, large
(1 attached on the machine at delivery)
44. Spool cap, medium
(attached on the machine at delivery)
45. Spool cap, small
46. Multipurpose tool/Button reed
47. 6 Bobbins (1 in machine at delivery)
48. PICTOGRAM™Pen
49. Straight stitch plate
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED - Not in the Picture
• Carrying Case (attached on the machine upon delivery)
• Foot control
• Power cord
• Needles
• Thread
• Warranty card

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PRESSER FEET
7Utility Foot A
Snapped onto the machine upon delivery. This foot is used mainly for straight stitching and
zigzag stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0.
7Decorative Stitch Foot B
Use this foot for sewing close zigzag stitches (satin stitches) with less then 1.0 mm stitch length
and decorative stitches.The tunnel on the underside of the foot is designed to feed smoothly
over the stitches.
7Buttonhole Foot C
For manual buttonholes. This foot has guide lines to determine buttonhole length. The middle
measures a 5/8'' (15 mm) from the fabric edge. The two tunnels on the underside of the foot
ensure a smooth feed over the buttonhole columns. The nger on the back of the foot holds
cording for corded buttonholes.
Blindhem Foot D
This foot is used for blindhem stitches. The inner edge of this foot guides the fabric. The right
toe of the foot is designed to ride along the hem edge.
7Zipper Foot E
This foot can be snapped on either to the right or to the left of the needle. This makes it easy to
sew both sides of the zipper. Move needle position to right or left to sew closer to zipper teeth
or for covering large cording.
7Non-Stick Glide Foot H
This foot has a non-stick coating on the underside. It is used when sewing foam, vinyl, plastic or
leather to keep the material from sticking to the foot.
Edging Foot J
This foot is used for overcasting and seam/overcasting, with stitches that have a stitch width of
5.0 and 5.5 mm. Stitches form over the pin which prevents puckering at the edge of the fabric.

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Quilter’s 1/4” Piecing foot P
This foot is used when piecing quilt blocks. The foot has distance guidelines marks 1/4" (6
mm) and 1/8" (3 mm) from the needle.
Clear Open Toe Foot
For satin stitch applique, taper stitches and decorative stitches. The tunnel on the underside
of the foot feeds smoothly over the stitches and the transparent foot with open front gives
greater visibility for accuracy.
Embroidery/Darning Foot R
This foot is used for free motion embroidery/quilting/stitching and hoop embroidery.
7Side Motion Foot S
This foot is used for side-motion/Omnimotion stitches.
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Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot
Plug into the machine then enter the desired buttonhole length to sew Sensor One-Step
Buttonholes. The middle mark measures a 5/8" (15 mm) from fabric edge.
Self-Adhesive Glide Plates
Used for Presser Foot C/Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot when sewing buttonholes on
plastic-coated fabrics, leather, etc.

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STITCHES
A – Utility Stitches
Stitches for garment sewing and mending.
Stitch Stitch
no. Stitch name Presser Foot Application
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Straight Stitch,
center needle
position
A/B For all types of sewing. Select 29 different needle positions.
2Stretch Stitch,
left needle position A/B For seams in tricot and stretch fabric.
3
Reinforced Straight
Stitch, center
needle position
A/B
For seams which are subject to considerable strain. Triple stitched for reinforcement. Use to reinforce
and topstitch sportswear and work out clothes. For topstitching, increase the stitch length and move
the needle to any of 29 positions.
4Baste Stitch A/B For joining two pieces of fabric with a long stitch length. For topstitching, increase the stitch length
and adjust the needle position to any of 29 positions.
5Straight Stitch
with FIX A/B Begins and ends with forward and reverse sewing for a more secure x.
6Straight Basting
Stitch ALower the feed teeth. Use together with the foot control to baste pieces of fabric together. Feed the
fabric by moving to the next baste position when sensor foot lifts.
7 Zigzag A/B For appliqué work, lace edging, sewing on bands etc. Stitch width increases equally to the left and
right.
8Three-Step Zigzag B/J For mending, sewing on patches and elastics. Suitable for light and medium weight fabric.
For overcasting, select overcast from the Exclusive SEWING ADVISOR™.
9Two-Step Zigzag A/B For joining two pieces of fabric with nished edges and for elastic shirring. Also suitable for sewing
on lace.
10 Overcast Stitch JSeam and overcast edges in one step. For light stretch and non-stretch fabrics.
11 Stretch Seam
Overcast Stitch A/B Seam and overcast edges in one step. For medium and medium/heavy stretch fabrics.
12 Overlock Stitch A/B Seam and overcast edges in one step. For medium stretch fabrics.
13 Double Overlock
Stitch A/B Seam and overcast edges in one step. For heavy stretch and heavy woven fabrics.
14 Flatlock Stitch A/B Use for decorative hems, overlapped seams, belts and bands. For medium/heavy stretch fabrics.
15 Stretch Blind Hem
Stitch D Blind hems in medium and heavy stretch fabrics.
16 Woven Blind Hem D Blind hems in medium and heavy woven fabrics.
17 Shell Edge A/B For edgings; sew over the edge on light stretch fabrics. Sew woven fabrics on bias.
18 Reinforced Zigzag B For joining fabric edge to edge or overlapping on leather. For decorative sewing.
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Elastic Stitch or
Smocking A/B Sew over two rows of elastic thread for elastic shirring.

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Stitch Stitch
No. Stitch Name Presser Foot Application
20 Elastic/Casing Stitch A/B For overlapped seams in tricot. To sew casing over narrow elastic.
21 Bridging Stitch A/B
For joining two pieces of fabric with nished edges and for elastic shirring.
22 Bartack
(manual) A/B Reinforce pockets, shirts openings, belt loops as well as at lower end of a zipper.
23 Belt Loop Stitch AFor securing belt loops.
24 Three-Step Zigzag JFor overcasting, mending, sewing on patches and elastic. Suitable for light and medium weight
fabrics.
25
Darning Stitch
(forward and
backward)
A/B Darn and mend small holes in work clothes, jeans, tablecloths and more. Stitch over the hole,
press reverse for continuous darning and auto stop.
26 Darning Stitch
(side to side) A/B For mending small tears.
27 Bartack Buttonhole Sensor One-Step
Buttonh. Foot/C Standard buttonhole for most fabric weights.
28 Round End
Buttonhole
Sensor One-Step
Buttonh. Foot/C For blouses and children’s garments.
29 Medium Reinforced
Buttonhole CFor medium and heavy fabrics.
30 Heirloom
Buttonhole
Sensor
One-Step
Buttonhole
Foot/C
For “hand look” on ne and delicate fabrics.
Tip: For jeans buttonholes, increase length and width of the buttonhole. Use thicker thread.
31 Rounded Heirloom
Buttonhole
Sensor One-Step
Buttonh. Foot/C For hand look on ne and delicate fabrics.
32 Keyhole
Buttonhole
Sensor One-Step
Buttonh. Foot/C For tailored jackets, coats, etc.
33 Heavy Duty
Buttonhole
Sensor One-Step
Buttonh. Foot/C With reinforced bartacks.
34 Leather Straight Stitch
Buttonhole A/B For leather and suede.
35 Bound Buttonhole
(Straight Stitch) A/B With extra cutting space for bound buttonholes.
36 Automatic Button
Sewing No presser foot For sewing on buttons. Set the number of stitches on the TouchScreen.
37 Eyelet B For belts, laces, etc.
38 Teardrop Eyelet B For laces and embellishment.

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B - Satin Stitches
For decorative sewing and appliqué.
A - Utility
Stitches for garment sewing and mending.

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C - Heirloom Stitches
For hemstitching, smocking and sewing on lace, trims and
much more. Some stitches can be used with a wing needle.
D - Quilt Stitches
Stitches for all types of quilting techniques.

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E - Vintage Stitches
A selection of quilt stitches for crazy patch quilting
and decorative stitching.
F - Decorative Stitches
For decorative sewing.

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H - Specialty stitches
Sew special techniques including candlewicking and
edging. Extra accessories may be needed. Use Quick Help
for detailed information.
G - Omnimotion stitches
Sew decorative sidemotion stitches with the S-foot.

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Brush Line
Block
Script
Cyrillic and Hiragana
Russian and Japanese alphabets. See the fonts on the Color Touch Screen of your sewing machine.
ALPHABETS
J - Tapering stitches
These stitches can be used for tapering.

2This section of the User’s Guide will help you get started with your machine.
Learn how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, change needle and presser foot.
SET UP

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UNPACKING
1. Place the machine on a sturdy, at surface, remove the
packaging and lift off the cover.
2. Remove the packing material and the foot control.
3. The machine is delivered with an accessory bag, a power
cord and a foot control cord.
4. Wipe the machine, particularly around the needle and
stitch plate to remove any soil before sewing.
Note: Your HUSQVARNA VIKING®SAPPHIRE™965Q
sewing machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal
room temperature. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the
sewing result.
CONNECTING THE FOOT CONTROL CORD
Among the accessories you will nd the foot control cord
and the power cord. Connecting the foot control cord to
the foot control is only necessary the very rst time you are
going to use the machine.
1. Take out the foot control cord. Turn the foot control
over. Connect the cord to the socket inside the space of
the foot control.
2. Push rmly to make sure it is properly connected.
3. Lay the cord in the slot on the underside of the foot
control.
CONNECT THE POWER CORD AND FOOT
CONTROL
On the underside of the machine you will nd information
about the power supply voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz).
Note: Before plugging in the foot control, check to ensure that it is of
type “FR5” (see underside of foot control).
1. Connect the foot control cord to the front socket on
the bottom right side of the machine (1).
2. Connect the power cord to the rear socket on the
bottom right side of the machine (2).
3. Press the O/I switch to “I” to turn on power and light
(3).
For the USA and Canada
This sewing machine has a 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
the plug 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.