Lucznik Laura 555 User manual

USER MANUAL

Important safety instructions
Please read the following instructions before using the machine.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read the manual carefully before using the machine.
2. The manual should be kept close to the machine. If the machine is passed on to a third party, it must be
handed over together with the instructions.
3. The machine may only be used in a dry place.
4. Never leave the machine unattended in the presence of children or elderly people, as they may not be
aware of the risks associated with its use.
5. The device may be used by children from 8 years of age and people with reduced physical, sensory or
mental abilities or without experience or knowledge in this field, provided this is done under supervision
or they are instructed to use the device safely and understand the danger associated with it.
6. Children must not play with the machine.
7. Children must not clean or maintain the machine without adult supervision.
8. When preparing for work (changing the needle, threading the thread, changing the presser foot, etc.),
always turn off the machine.
9. Immediately after using the machine or before carrying out maintenance (cleaning and oiling), always
disconnect the machine from the power supply.
10. Do not start the machine if it gets wet.
11. Never pull on the cord. Always hold the plug when disconnecting the machine from the power supply.
12. In the event of damage or failure of the LED lamp, it may only be replaced by an authorized service
center.
13. Never put any objects on the machine's pedal (foot controller).
14. If the ventilation openings are blocked, the machine must not be used. Make sure that neither the
vents nor the pedal are covered with dust, lint, or clippings.
15. The machine may only be used with the regulator included with the machine or purchased at an
authorized service point.
16. The loudness of the correct operation of the machine should be less than 75 dB (A).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Any repairs should be performed by an authorized service center.
This product is intended for home use

SEWING MACHINES
IMPORTER: ASPA Electro Sp. z o. o. ul. Miechowskiego 1, 51-162
Wrocław
tel: [phone]
In case of any problems, please
contact us in writing or by phone:
CENTRAL SERVICE: ASPA Electro Sp. z o. o.
ul. Lubelska 89/95, 26-600 Radom
tel. [phone], fax [phone]
We wish you satisfaction with the use of our products

MAIN PARTS
1. Thread tension dial
2. Foot pressure regulator
3. Thread take-up lever
4. Thread cutter
5. Footer
6. Needle plate
7. Sewing table and accessory box
8. Bobbin stopper
9. Stitch length dial
10. Stitch width dial
11. Stitch display
12. Reverse sewing lever
13. Automatic threader (optional)
14. Upper thread guide
15. Presser foot lever
16. Handle
17. Bobbin spindle
18. Thread spindle
19. Handwheel
20. Pattern selection dial
21. Power switch
22. Power socket
23. Bobbin thread guide

ACCESSORIES
Standard accessories 1
a. Universal foot
b. Zipper foot
c. 4-step buttonhole foot
d. Embroidery plate
e. Quilting guide
f. Buttonhole cutter/brush
g. Oil bottle
h. Needles (x3)
i. Bobbins (x3)
j. Screwdriver (small)
k. Screwdriver (large)
l. Screwdriver (L)
Optional equipment 2
m. Foot for sewing buttons
n. Blind stitch foot
o. Double needle
p. Darning foot
q. Shirring foot
r. Foot for sewing in string
s. Walking foot
t. Darning / hemming foot
u. Quilting foot
v. Quilting guide

Hold the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and
push it in the direction of the arrow (1)
The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be
utilized as an accessory box.
To open, lift up at the point of the arrow (2)
FITTING THE SPAN-IN SEWING TABLE

Caution:
Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from the power source and the main switch
is on „O” when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.
This machine is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with an appropriate
electrical outlet.
Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. The power switch is located above the
terminal box. Your machine will not operate unless the switch is on “I”.
The sewing light turns on automatically when the main switch is on “I”.
To start the machine, press the foot control. The speed of the machine is regulated by the
amount of pressure exerted on the foot control.
Attention:
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect the machine to the power source.
Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.
CONNECTING THE SEWING MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the
presser foot can be raised to the second pressure
level, which makes it easier to work.
ADJUSTMENT OF THE FOOT PRESSURE
The presser foot pressure is factory set and does
not require special adjustment for a specific type of
fabric (light or heavier).
However, if necessary, you can adjust the presser
foot pressure by turning the presser foot pressure
adjuster as shown in the image on the left.
When sewing with very thin fabrics, reduce the
pressure by turning the regulator counterclockwise,
and for heavy and thick fabrics - increase the
pressure by turning the regulator clockwise

Attention:
Turn the power switch to “O” before carrying out any of the operations below.
ATTACHING THE PRESSER FOOT HOLDER
Raise the needle to its highest position and raise
the presser foot lever. Attach the presser foot
holder (b) to the presser foot bar (a) Pic.1
Attaching the presser foot:
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out
(c) is directly above the pin (d) Pic.2
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser
foot (f) will engage automatically.
Removing the presser foot:
Raise the presser foot.
Release the pressure foot by raising lever (e)
located at the back of the foot holder. Pic 3.
Attaching the seam guide:
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated.
Adjust the distance as required for herms, pleats,
etc. Pic. 4

Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
Take the thread from the spool through the bobbin winder tension disc. (1)
Wind the thread a few times by hand around the empty bobbin in a clockwise direction. Push
the bobbin to the right towards the bobbin winding position. (2)
Press the foot control gently. The bobbin will stop winding when it is full. Push the bobbin to
the left to “sewing position” and remove it.
Please Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle is in “bobbin winding” position, the machine will not sew and
the handwheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to the left
(sewing position).
WINDING THE BOBBIN

Attention:
Turn the power switch to “O” before inserting or
removing the bobbin.
When inserting or removing the bobbin, the
needle must be fully raised.
1. Open the hinged cover.
2. Hold the bobbin case on hand. Insert the
bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise
direction (arrow).
3. Pull the thread through the slot, down and to
the left, until it enters the delivery eyelet
(rectangular opening) under the tension spring.
4. Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch.
5. Insert the bobbin case fully into the shuttle
race and release the latch. Make sure that the
metal finger fits into the notch at the top of the
race cover.
INSERTING THE BOBBIN

Caution:
Turn the power switch to “O” before inserting or removing the needle.
Replace the needle at the first sign of thread breakage or skipped stitches. Select the correct
type and size of the needle for the fabric to be sewn. Turn the balance wheel towards you until
the needle is at the highest position. Loosen the needle clamp screw (A) and tighten again
after inserting the new needle (1).
The flat side of the needle shaft should be facing away from you (B).
Push the needle up (C) into the needle clamp as far as it will go (D).
Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly.
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing. Replace the needle
(2) if it is bent (A), blunt (B), or the point is damaged (C).
CHANGING THE NEEDLE

Caution:
Before threading, turn the power switch to “O”
Raise the needle bar to its highest position. Follow exactly the numbered threading sequence
illustrated below.
If you skip a step or fail to properly engage the thread in any of the thread guides, the machine
will not sew properly (1-5).
Continue to draw the thread down and into the needle bar thread guide. Insert the thread
through the eye of the needle from front to back. Leave about 10 cm (4”) of thread loose
behind the needle. (6).
THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

Caution:
Turn the power switch to “O”
Raise the needle bar to its highest
position.
Push the lever (A) down.
The thread automatically twists to
the threading position (B)
Wrap the thread around the hook (C)
Bring the thread to the front, needle,
around the hook (D), down, and up.
Release the levers (A)
Pass the thread through the eye of
the needle.
AUTOMATIC THREAD TENSION TOOL (ADDITIONAL OPTION)

Note:
The bobbin thread tension has been
adjusted at the factory and
readjustment is usually not required.
Lower thread tension:
To test the bobbin thread tension,
remove the bobbin case and bobbin
from the machine and hold the
bobbin case suspended by the
thread. Shake it once or twice. If the
tension is correct, the thread will
unwind by about an inch or two. If
the tension is too tight, it will not
unwind. If the tension is too loose,
the thread will unwind for more than
two inches.
To adjust, turn the small screw on
the side of the bobbin case (1).
THREAD TENSION
Upper thread tension:
Basic thread tension setting: “4”. (2)
To increase the tension, turn the dial-
up to a higher number. To reduce
the tension, turn the dial to a lower
number.
A. Normal thread tension.
B. Thread tension too loose.
C. Thread tension too tight.

Hold the upper thread with the left
hand. Turn the handwheel towards you
with your right hand until the needle
goes down and comes up again to its
highest position (1).
Lightly draw the needle thread forming a
loop with the bobbin thread. The upper
thread should have caught the lower
thread in a loop. Pull the needle thread
toward you and the lower thread will
come up from the bobbin in a large loop
(2).
Pull about 15 cm (6”) of both threads
away from you under the presser foot.
BRINGING UP THE LOWER THREAD

REVERSE SEWING
REMOVING THE WORK
CUTTING THE THREAD
Reverse sewing is used for locking the
end of seams and where reinforcement
is needed. At the end of the seam, press
down the reverse sewing lever and
touch the foot control lightly. Sew a few
reverse stitches. Release the lever and
the machine will sew forwards again (A).
Turn the handwheel toward you to bring
the thread take-up lever to its highest
position. Raise the presser foot and
draw the fabric away from you.
Hold the threads behind the presser
foot. Using both hands, guide them to
the slit (B) at the rear of the presser bar
and press down to cut the thread. You
can also use the thread cutter on the
side of the machine.

MATCHING NEEDLE/FABRIC/THREAD
NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION
Note:
1. Twin needles, can be purchased for utility and decorative work.
2. When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be set at less than “2.5”
3. European needles show sizes 65, 70, 80, etc. American and Japanese needles show
sizes 9, 11, 12, etc.
4. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment) and/or at first thread
breakage or skipped stitches.
IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of the fabric

For straight stitch select pattern “A” with pattern selector dial (4). Adjust the stitch length with
the stitch length dial (2). You may choose any needle position, by turning the stitch width dial
(1).
For zigzag stitch, select pattern “B” with pattern selector dial (4). Adjust the stitch length (2) and
stitch width (1) according to the fabric being used.
To obtain any of the other patterns shown in the upper row on the stitch selection panel,
select the letter above the stitch with the pattern selector dial. Adjust the stitch length and the
stitch width with the control dials according to the result desired.
To obtain any of the patterns on the second row, turn the stitch length dial to “S1”, select the
pattern desired with the pattern selector dial, and adjust the stitch width with the stitch width
dial.
To obtain any of the patterns on the third row, turn the stitch length dial to “S2”, select the
pattern desired with the pattern selector dial, and adjust the stitch width with the stitch width
dial.
1. Stitch width dial
2. Stitch length dial and switching to S1/S2 stitches (possible after pressing the knob)
3. Stitch display
4. Pattern selector dial
5. Reverse sewing lever.
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR PATTERN

Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the straight stitch position.
Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread, and needle, the longer the stitch should be.
Choose your needle position, from the left position to right needle position by changing the
stitch width dial (1) from “0” to “5”.
1. Stitch width dial
2. Stitch length dial and switching to S1/S2 stitches (possible after pressing the knob)
3. Stitch display
4. Pattern selector dial
5. Reverse sewing lever
STRAIGHT STITCHING AND NEEDLE POSITION