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Instruction Book
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
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.(European Union only)
DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock:
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, fire, 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 fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
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 deflect 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.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
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NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts...............................................................3
Standard Accessories....................................................4
Accessories Storage......................................................5
Extension Table..............................................................5
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply........................................6
Machine Operating Buttons............................................7
Controlling Sewing Speed..............................................8
Foot control ....................................................................8
Jog dial...........................................................................8
Function Keys.................................................................9
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot....................... 10
Knee Lifter.................................................................... 10
Adjusting the Foot Pressure..........................................11
Dropping the Feed Dog.................................................11
Balancing Thread Tension............................................ 12
Lockout key .................................................................. 13
Changing the Presser Foot .......................................... 13
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder.................... 14
Dual Feed Foot.........................................................14-15
Replacing the Needle Plate.......................................... 16
Changing Needles........................................................ 17
Fabric and Needle Chart ..............................................17
Winding the Bobbin..................................................18-19
Inserting the Bobbin.....................................................20
Threading the Machine.................................................21
Built-in Needle Threader ..............................................22
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread.....................................23
Selecting the Patterns.............................................24-25
Help Key.......................................................................26
Customizing Machine Settings................................27-31
TRADITIONAL SEWING
Straight Stitch..........................................................32-34
Assembling the Extra WideTable.................................35
Using the Cloth Guide..................................................35
Customizing the Preset Values of the Stitch Length
and Width...................................................................36
Sewing with the Dual Feed Device...............................37
Dual Feed Balancing Dial.............................................37
Lock-a-Matic Stitch.......................................................38
Locking Stitch...............................................................38
Straight Stitch with Left Needle Position......................39
Triple Stretch Stitch......................................................39
Knit Stitch.....................................................................39
Zipper Sewing .........................................................40-42
Rolled Hem...................................................................43
Gathering......................................................................44
Pintucking.....................................................................44
Basting .........................................................................45
Zigzag Stitch.................................................................46
Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot stitch) ............................. 47
Overcasting Stitch........................................................ 47
Knit Stitch.....................................................................48
Double Overcasting Stitch............................................48
Overlocking Stitch........................................................49
Blind Hemming........................................................50-51
Shell Tuck.....................................................................52
Buttonholes ..................................................................53
Square (Sensor) buttonholes..................................54-56
Using the Stabilizer Plate ........................................57-58
Memory buttonholes................................................59-60
Round end and fine fabric buttonholes ........................ 61
Keyhole buttonholes..................................................... 61
Stretch buttonhole........................................................62
Corded buttonhole........................................................63
Welted buttonhole ...................................................64-65
Button Sewing..............................................................66
Darning....................................................................67-68
Tacking.........................................................................69
Fly Stitches................................................................... 70
Eyelet............................................................................ 71
Applique .......................................................................72
Fringing......................................................................... 73
Drawn Work..............................................................73-74
Smocking...................................................................... 74
Fagoting........................................................................75
Scallop.......................................................................... 75
Patchwork Piecing........................................................76
Patchwork..................................................................... 76
Quilting.........................................................................77
Stippling........................................................................78
Clasp stitches............................................................... 78
Free Motion Quilting (1)................................................78
Free Motion Quilting (2)................................................ 79
Satin Stitches ...............................................................80
Twin Needle Sewing................................................ 81-82
PROGRAMMING A PATTERN COMBINATION
Pattern Combination.....................................................83
Programming Auto-lock Stitch......................................84
Programming Automatic Thread Cutting......................85
Mirror Image.................................................................86
Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image.....................87
Sewing the Pattern from the Beginning........................88
Sewing the Pattern Combination from the Beginning...88
Bridge Stitches........................................................89-90
Checking Pattern Combination Length ........................90
Monogramming........................................................91-93
Editing a Pattern Combination.................................94-95
Uniform Stitch Adjustment............................................96
Individual Stitch Adjustment .........................................97
Storing and Recalling a Pattern combination ..........98-99
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns........................... 100
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook Area .............................................101
Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide....................102
Problems and Warning Signals ...........................103-104
Troubleshooting..........................................................105
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts
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Thread take-up lever
Foot pressure dial
Reference chart
Top cover
Foot storage compartment
Bobbin thread cutter
Bobbin winder stopper
Bobbin winder spindle
Hole for extra spool pin
Spool holder (large)
Spool pin
Thread tension dial
Face cover
Thread cutter
Extension table (accessory storage)
Needle plate release lever
Start/stop button
Reverse button
Auto-lock button
Needle up/down button
Thread cutter button
Speed control slider
Feed balancing dial
Knee lifter socket
Confirmation button
Jog dial
Function keys
LCD screen
Needle clamp screw
Needle
Zigzag foot A
Needle plate
Hook cover release button
Hook cover plate
Buttonhole lever
Needle threader
Foot holder
Feed dog
Carrying handle
Presser foot lifter
Handwheel
Dual feed balancing dial
Connector for external thread cutter switch
Drop feed lever
Power switch
Foot control jack
Machine socket
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Zigzag foot A (set on the machine)
Rolled hem foot D
Zipper foot E
Satin stitch foot F
Open-toe satin stitch foot F2
Blind hemming foot G
Overcast foot M
1/4˝ seam foot O
Darning foot PD-H
Convertible free motion quilting foot QB-S
Close-toe foot
Open-toe foot
Clear view foot
Automatic buttonhole foot R
Buttonhole stabilizer plate
Dual feed foot holder
Dual feed foot AD
Button sewing foot T
Quilting guide bar
Cloth guide
Bobbin (5 pcs.) (1 set on the machine)
Spool holder (large, set on the machine)
Spool holder (small)
Spool supporter
Felt
Extra spool pin
Needle case
Screwdriver
Lint brush
Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)
Knee lifter
Needle plate for straight stitch
Touch panel stylus
Power cable
Foot control
Instructional video DVD
Instruction book
Extra wide table
Semi-hard fabric cover
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Extension Table
The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be removed for free-arm sewing.
q Extension table
w 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.
w Free-arm
Accessories Storage
The accessories can be conveniently stored in the foot
storage compartment under the top cover and in the
extension table.
Under top cover:
q Zigzag foot A
w Overcast foot M
e Zipper foot E
r Satin stitch foot F
t Blind hemming foot G
y Foot holder
u Touch panel stylus
i Clear view foot
o Open-toe foot
!0 Close-toe foot
!1 Convertible free motion quilting foot QB-S
In extension table:
q Cloth guide
w Needle plate
e Bobbin
r Presser foot
Other accessories can be also stored in the
compartment.
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Connecting the Power Supply
zFirst make sure the power switch qis off.
xInsert the machine plug wof the power supply cord
into the machine socket e.
cInsert the power supply plug rinto the wall outlet t,
and turn the power switch qon.
q Power switch
w Machine plug
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r Power supply plug
t Wall outlet
NOTES:
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.
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.
zFirst make sure the power switch qis off.
xInsert the machine plug wof the power supply cord
into the machine socket e.
cDraw out the cord from the foot control and insert the
pin connector rinto the jack ton the machine.
vInsert the power supply plug yinto the wall outlet u,
and turn the power switch on.
q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Machine socket
r Pin connector
t Jack
y Power supply plug
u Wall outlet
NOTE:
The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” on a 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 fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
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Machine Operating Buttons
q Start/stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine.
The machine starts running slowly for the first few
stitches, it 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
green 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.
NOTES:
•Thestart/stopbuttoncannotbeusedwhenthefoot
control is connected to the machine.
•Themachinewillnotstartifthepresserfootisup
and the LCD screen shows message (A) or (B).
Lower the presser foot and start the machine
•Youcanselectthedesiredstart-upspeedfrom
slow, normal or high (refer to page 29).
w Reverse button
When sewing stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10, 11,
D94, D95, D96, 164, 165, 166 or 167, the machine will sew
in reverse as long as the reverse button is pressed.
If stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10, 11, D94, D95,
D96, 164, 165, 166 or 167 has been selected and the foot
control is not connected, the machine will start sewing in
reverse as long as the reverse button is pressed.
If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.
e Auto-lock button
When sewing stitch pattern D1 (D1S), D4 (D4S), 9, 10,
11 D94, D95, D96, 164, 165, 166 or 167, the machine will
immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop
when the auto-lock button is pressed.
When sewing all other patterns, the machine will sew to
the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and
stop automatically.
The machine will trim the threads automatically after
locking the stitch when the auto thread cutting option is
turned on.
r 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
setting mode (refer to page 29).
NOTE:
The LED signal yis turned on when the down position
is selected and vice versa.
tThread cutter button
Press this button when you finish sewing to trim the
threads. The needle bar automatically rises after trimming
the threads (refer to page 33).
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The LED signal uis turned on when the auto thread
cutter is selected (refer to page 85).
Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
#30 or thicker.
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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.
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.
Cord storage
The cord of the foot control can be conveniently stored in
the cord storage under the base cover of the foot control.
q Base cover
w Cord
e Hook
Operating Instructions:
Foot control model 21380 is for use with this sewing
machine.
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Jog dial
q Jog dial
The jog dial is used for selecting stitch patterns,
characters and certain settings.
Turn the jog dial clockwise or counterclockwise with your
fingertip to browse patterns or settings.
w Confirm button
Press the confirm button to select the desired pattern or
settings.
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Function Keys
qStitch width adjusting key (refer to pages 34, 46, 58)
Press this key to alter the stitch width or needle drop
position.
wStitch length adjusting key (refer to pages 34, 46, 58)
Press this key to alter the stitch length.
eEdit key (refer to pages 24, 58, 94)
Press this key to edit the programmed pattern
combinations.
rStartover key (refer to page 88)
Press this key to sew a pattern combination from the
beginning.
tTwin needle key (refer to page 81-82)
Press this key when sewing with a twin needle.
yElongation key (refer to page 80)
Press this key to elongate satin stitch patterns.
uMirror image key (refer to pages 86-87)
Press this key to sew a mirror image of the selected
pattern.
iMemory key (refer to pages 36, 69)
Press this key to register programmed pattern
combinations.
Up to 50 program can be memorized.
This key is also used to customize the default settings of
stitch length and width.
oMode key (refer to page 24)
Press this key to open the group selection window.
!0 Monogram key (refer to pages 91-92)
Press this key to select one of 5 letter styles available.
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!1 Clear key (refer to pages 26, 30, 36, 95, 99)
Press this key to delete the last memorized pattern.
Press and hold this key until the buzzer sounds to delete
the whole pattern combination.
!2 Auto thread cutter key (refer to page 85)
Press this key before sewing, if you wish to cut the
threads automatically after finishing sewing with a locking
stitch.
When programming a pattern combination, press this
key after the last programmed pattern to cut the threads
automatically after finishing sewing.
The LED signal on the thread cutter button will turn on
when the auto thread cutter key is pressed.
!3 Direct pattern selection keys (refer to page 25)
Press one of 6 keys to select a stitch pattern directly.
!4 Set key (refer to page 27)
Press this key to open the machine setting window for
customizing the machine settings.
!5 Favorite setting key (refer to page 36)
Press this key to view information on the selected pattern.
!6 Memory recall key (refer to page 98-99)
Press this key to memorize the selected pattern or recall
the memorized pattern.
!7 Help key (refer to page 26)
Press this key to view information on the selected pattern.
!8 Lockout key (refer to page 13)
Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys are
deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press this key again.
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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.
q Presser foot lifter
Youcanraisethepresserfoothigherthanthenormalup
position. This allows for changing the needle plate, and
also helps you to place thick layers of fabrics under the
foot.
w Extra lifted position
NOTE:
Do not turn the hand wheel of press the up/down
needle button when the presser foot is in the extra
lifted position.
Knee Lifter
The knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing
patchwork, quilting etc, since it allows you to handle the
fabric while your knee controls the presser foot.
Attaching the knee lifter
Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the
knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.
q Knee lifter
w Knee lifter socket
Adjusting the knee lifter
The angle of the knee lifter can be adjusted to fit you.
Loosen the setscrew and slide the angle bar in or out to
adjust the angle of the knee lifter.
Tighten the setscrew to secure the angle bar.
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r Angle bar
Using the knee lifter
Push the knee lifter with your knee to easily move the
presser foot up and down.
Youcancontrolhowhighthefootrisesbytheamountof
knee pressure you exert.
NOTE:
Do not touch the knee lifter while stitching, otherwise
the fabric will not be fed smoothly.
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Adjusting the Foot Pressure
The foot pressure can be adjusted with the foot pressure
dial located under the top cover.
The dial has 7 setting positions from 1 to 7.
For ordinary sewing, set 5 at the setting mark.
qFoot pressure dial
wSetting mark
Reduce the pressure when sewing fine synthetics and
stretch fabrics.
To reduce the pressure, set the dial at a lower number.
The recommended dial setting for the selected pattern will
be show on the LCD screen.
For example, set the dial at 4 for applique stitches.
eRecommended setting
Dropping the Feed Dog
The feed dog can be lowered for basting, sewing on
buttons, free motion quilting etc.
Shift the drop feed lever toward you to lower the feed
dog.
qDrop feed lever
wFeed dog
Shift the drop feed lever away from you to raise the feed
dog, it will return to the up position when you start the
machine.
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NOTE:
If you start the machine with the feed dog lowered, a
message will appear on the LCD screen.
The machine will not run with the feed dog lowered
when pattern number 23-33, 35-40 or monogram is
selected.
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For general sewing, set the thread tension dial at AUTO,
which covers a wide range of sewing conditions.
Recommended tension setting for the selected pattern is
indicated on the LCD screen.
q Thread tension dial
w Recommended tension setting
Balancing Thread Tension
Auto-thread tension
Manual thread tension adjustment
YoushouldadjustthetensionmanuallyiftheLCDscreen
shows a tension setting other than AUTO.
Youmayalsoneedtoadjusttensionmanuallydepending
on the sewing conditions such as the type of fabric and
number of layers.
If the needle thread is too tight, the bobbin thread
appears on the right side of the fabric.
q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread
Turn the thread tension dial to a lower number to
decrease the thread tension.
If the needle thread is too loose, the needle thread loops
on the underside of the fabric.
q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread
Turn the thread tension dial to a higher number to
increase the thread tension.
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Balanced thread tension
For straight stitch sewing, both needle and bobbin
threads will join at the middle of the fabrics.
For zigzag stitch sewing, the needle thread will appear
slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.
q Wrong side of fabric
w Right side of fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread
NOTE:
Manual thread tension adjustment may be required
when the stitch width is set more than “7.0” (see
below).
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Changing the Presser Foot
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.
Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the
presser foot lifter.
Press the black lever on the back of the foot holder.
The presser foot will drop off.
q Lever
w Presser foot
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 and keys are
deactivated.
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Attaching the presser foot
Place the presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just
under the groove of the foot holder.
Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place.
Each foot is marked with an identification letter.
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Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.
Removing the foot holder
Raise the presser foot and loosen the setscrew.
Remove the foot holder.
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Attaching the foot holder
Attach the foot holder to the presser bar from the rear.
Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.
Attach the needle after installation of the foot holder.
qPresser bar
wFoot holder
eSetscrew
NOTE:
Lower the presser foot when loosening and tightening
the thumbscrew if it is hard to access.
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Dual Feed Foot
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the presser foot.
zRaise the needle to its highest position.
Raise the presser foot lifter.
q Presser foot lifter
w Needle
xLoosen the setscrew.
Remove the foot holder.
e Foot holder
r Setscrew
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cAttach the dual feed foot holder to the presser bar.
Tighten the setscrew lightly with your finger.
t Dual feed link
y Dual feed foot holder
u Upper feed drive
i Dual feed foot
vPush the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed
drive.
bLower the presser foot lifter. Lower the needle to the
lowest position by turning the handwheel.
nTighten the setscrew securely with the screwdriver.
Replacing the dual feed foot
Pull the foot toward you to remove it.
Insert the pins of the foot into the slits of the foot holder
and gently push the foot until it snaps into place.
q Pin
w Slit
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Replacing the Needle Plate
Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing fine
fabrics or sewing with the dual feed foot.
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the needle plate.
zTurn the handwheel and raise the needle to the
highest position.
Raise the presser foot lifter to the extra lifted position.
q Presser foot lifter
w Needle
xSlide the extension table to the left to remove it.
Push down the needle plate release lever and the
needle plate will snap off.
e Needle plate release lever
r Needle plate
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cPlace the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.
Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.
vPush down on the needle plate mark until the needle
plate locks in place.
Turn the power switch on or press the lockout key to
unlock. Make sure the warning message disappears
and the straight stitch is automatically selected.
Turn the hand wheel slowly and make sure that the
needle does not hit the needle plate.
tNeedle plate mark
yWarning message
CAUTION:
Never press the needle plate release lever while
running the machine.
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Changing Needles
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
changing the needle.
Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button
and lower the presser foot.
Turn the power switch off.
Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove the needle
from the clamp.
qNeedle clamp screw
Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat
side of the needle to the rear.
When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it
up against the stopper pin and tighten the needle clamp
screw firmly with a screwdriver.
wFlat side
eStopper pin
To check needle straightness, place the flat side of the
needle onto something flat (a needle plate, glass etc.)
The gap between the needle and the flat surface should
be consistent.
Never use a blunt needle.
rGap
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Fine
Medium
Silk #80-100
Cotton #80-100
Synthetic #80-100
Heavy weight
Denim
Tweed
Coating
Quilting
Lawn
Georgette
Tricot
Sheeting
Jersey
Wool
Knit
#9/65-11/75
Blue tip needle
Thread Needle
Silk #50
Cotton #50-80
Synthetic #50-80
#11/75-14/90
Red tip needle
Silk #30-50
Cotton #40-50
Synthetic #40-50
#14/90-16/100
Purple tip needle
Fabric and Needle Chart
• Forgeneralsewing,useneedlesize
#11/75 or #14/90.
• Finethreadsandneedlesshouldbeused
for sewing fine fabrics.
• Ingeneral,usethesamethreadforboth
needle and bobbin.
• Useablueneedleforsewingnefabrics,
stretch fabrics and buttonholes to prevent
skipped stitches.
• Useapurpleneedleforsewingthickfabrics,
denims, quilt layers and across the hem to
prevent skipped stitches.
• Useastabilizerorinterfacetostretchor
fine fabrics to prevent seam puckering.
• Alwaystestthethreadandneedlesizeon
a small piece of the same fabric you will
use for actual sewing.
Fabric
NOTE:
1 x twin needle, 2 x blue tip needle (#11/75), 1 x red tip
needle (#14/90) and 1 x purple tip needle (#14/90) are
included in the needle case.
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Setting the spool of thread
Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the
spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against
the spool of thread.
qLarge spool holder
NOTE:
Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small
spools of thread.
wSmall spool holder
Winding the Bobbin
Removing the Bobbin
Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and
remove the hook cover plate.
qHook cover release button
wHook cover plate
Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder.
eBobbin
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NOTE:
Use the Janome plastic bobbins for horizontal hook
(marked with “J”). Using other bobbins, such as
pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching
problems and/ or damage to the bobbin holder.
Extra spool pin
Use the extra spool pin when you need to wind a bobbin
without unthreading the machine while working on a
sewing project.
Insert the extra spool pin into the spool supporter and
then into the hole beside the horizontal spool pin.
Place the felt cushion on the spool pin and place a spool
of thread on it as shown.
eExtra spool pin
rSpool supporter
tHole for extra spool pin
yFelt cushion
NOTE:
The extra spool pin is also used for twin needle
sewing.
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cPass the thread through the hole in the bobbin from
the inside to the outside.
Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
Push the bobbin to the right. The bobbin winding
window appears.
rHole
vHold the free end of the thread in your hand and start
the machine.
Stop the machine when the bobbin has wound several
layers, and cut the thread close to the hole in the
bobbin.
NOTE:
Set the speed control slider at the fastest position.
bStart the machine again.
Stop the machine when the bobbin is fully wound and
stops spinning.
Return the bobbin winder spindle to its original
position.
Remove the bobbin and cut the thread with the thread
cutter.
tThread cutter
NOTE:
For safety purposes, the machine will automatically
stop approximately 90 seconds after starting bobbin
winding.
Winding the Bobbin
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zzPull the thread from the spool.
Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread
into the guide slot.
qGuide slot
xDraw the thread to the left and forward around the
thread guide.
Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around
under the guide plate.
Firmly pull the thread to the right while holding it with
both hands.
wThread guide
eGuide plate
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