Necchi EX30 User manual

INSTRUCTION BOOK

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 this sewing machine.
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, 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 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 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.
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)

NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts ........................................................... 1
Standard Accessories ................................................. 2
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply..................................... 3
Using the start/stop button .......................................... 4
Controlling Sewing Speed........................................... 4
Speed control slider .................................................... 4
Foot control ................................................................. 4
Extension Table........................................................... 5
Detaching the table ..................................................... 5
Attaching the table ...................................................... 5
Free-arm sewing......................................................... 5
Accessory storage ...................................................... 5
Machine Operating Buttons ........................................ 6
Function Buttons & LCD Display ................................ 7
Presser Foot Lifter ...................................................... 8
Changing the Presser Foot......................................... 8
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder................... 8
Presser Foot Pressure Dial ........................................ 8
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension......................... 9
Straight stitch .............................................................. 9
Zigzag Stitch ............................................................. 10
Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog ............................11
Changing the Needle ................................................ 12
Selecting Thread and Needles ................................. 12
Setting the Spool of Thread ...................................... 13
Horizontal spool pin .................................................. 13
Extra spool pin .......................................................... 13
Bobbin Winding......................................................... 13
Winding the bobbin ................................................... 14
Inserting the bobbin .................................................. 15
Threading the Machine ............................................. 16
Needle Threader ....................................................... 17
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread................................. 18
BASIC SEWING
Straight Stitch Sewing............................................... 19
Sewing from the edge of thick fabric ........................ 19
Changing sewing direction ....................................... 20
Securing seam.......................................................... 20
Auto Thread Cutting.................................................. 20
Using Seam Guides.................................................. 21
Turning a square corner ........................................... 21
Altering the needle drop position .............................. 22
Altering the stitch length ........................................... 22
Straight stitch ............................................................ 23
Lock-a-matic stitch.................................................... 23
Locking stitch ............................................................ 23
Triple stretch stitch.................................................... 24
Stretch stitch ............................................................. 24
Saddle stitch ............................................................. 24
Zigzag Stitches ......................................................... 25
Altering the stitch width ............................................. 25
Altering the stitch length............................................ 25
Overcasting with zigzag stitch................................... 25
Multiple zigzag stitch ................................................. 26
Overedge stitch ......................................................... 26
Double overedge stitch ............................................. 26
Buttonholes ............................................................... 27
Square buttonhole..................................................... 27
Double layer buttonhole ............................................ 29
Using the stabilizer plate ........................................... 30
Adjusting the width and density for buttonholes........ 31
Round-end buttonhole............................................... 31
Keyhole buttonhole ................................................... 31
Corded buttonhole..................................................... 32
Tacking ...................................................................... 33
Eyelet ........................................................................ 34
Zipper Sewing ........................................................... 35
Attaching the zipper foot ........................................... 35
Fabric preparation ..................................................... 35
Start sewing .............................................................. 36
Blind Hemming.......................................................... 38
Adjusting the needle drop position ............................ 38
Button Sewing ........................................................... 39
Gathering .................................................................. 39
DECORATIVE STITCHING
Patchwork Piecing..................................................... 40
Patchwork ................................................................. 40
Shelltuck Tuck ........................................................... 41
Applique .................................................................... 41
Fringing ..................................................................... 42
Cross Stitch............................................................... 42
Fagoting .................................................................... 43
Scallop Stitch ............................................................ 43
Smocking .................................................................. 44
Pintucking.................................................................. 44
Satin Stitches ............................................................ 45
Decorative Stretch Stitches....................................... 45
Twin Needle Sewing.................................................. 46
Threading the machine for twin needle ..................... 46
Selecting the patterns ............................................... 47
Sewing ...................................................................... 47
MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode .............................................. 48
Buzzer sound setting................................................. 48
Needle stop position setting ...................................... 48
Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ........................ 48
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ................... 49
Installing the Bobbin Holder ...................................... 49
Problems and Warning Signs.................................... 50
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 51
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts
Upper thread guide
Bobbin winding tension disk
Spool holder (large)
Spool pin
Hole for additional spool pin
Bobbin winder spindle
Bobbin winder stopper
Bobbin thread holder/cutter
LCD display
Stitch length adjusting buttons
Stitch width adjusting buttons
Elongation button
Twin needle button
Pattern selection buttons
Speed control slider
Thread cutter button
Needle up/down button
Auto-lock button
Reverse stitch button
Start/stop button
Extension table (Accessory box)
Thread cutter
Face cover
Thread tension dial
Presser foot pressure dial
Thread take-up lever
Lower thread guide
Needle clamp screw
Needle
Presser foot
Hook cover release button
Hook cover plate
Needle plate
Feed dogs
Foot holder
Needle threader
Buttonhole lever
Carrying handle
Free-arm
Drop feed lever
Presser foot lifter
Machine socket
Foot control jack
Power switch
Ventilation openings
Handwheel
Feed balancing dial
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Standard Accessories
Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine)
Overedge foot: C
Zipper foot: E
Satin stitch foot: F
Blind hem foot: G
1/4” seam foot: O
Automatic buttonhole foot: R
Buttonhole stabilizer plate
Spool holder ( X 2) (large)
Spool holder ( X 2) (small)
Additional spool pin
Bobbins ( X 4)
Assorted needle set
Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)
Lint brush
Screwdriver
Instruction book
Foot control
Power supply cable
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GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply
• Using the foot control
Turn off the power switch.
Pull out the foot control cable gently. Insert the foot
control plug into the foot control jack.
Insert the machine plug into the machine socket.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch.
qPower switch
wControl plug
eFoot control jack
rMachine plug
tMachine socket
yPower supply plug
uWall outlet
The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot
control is connected to the machine.
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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 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, otherwise
the machine will run inadvertently.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off”
position.
For appliances with a 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 still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any
way (U.S.A. and Canada only).
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• Using the start/stop button
Turn off the power switch.
Insert the machine plug into the machine socket.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch.
qPower switch
wMachine plug
eMachine socket
rPower supply plug
tWall outlet
yStart/Stop button
NOTE:
The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
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Controlling Sewing Speed
Speed control slider
Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control
slider according to your sewing needs.
To increase sewing speed, slide the slider to the right.
To decrease sewing speed, slide the slider to the left.
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Foot control
Depress the foot control to start the machine.
The further down you press on the foot control, the
faster the machine runs.
The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the
speed control slider.
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Extension Table
The extension table provides an extended sewing
area and can be easily removed for free-arm sewing.
Detaching the table
Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated.
qExtension table
Attaching the table
Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert
the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the
machine.
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eGuide
rHole
Free-arm sewing
Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for
darning knee or elbow areas.
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Accessory storage
Accessories are stored inside the extension table. Pull
the lid towards you to open the accessory storage.
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Machine Operating Buttons
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qStart/Stop button
Lower the presser foot lifter.
Press the start/stop button to start the machine.
The machine starts running slowly for the first few
stitches; it then runs at the speed set by the speed
control slider.
Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.
The button will turn red when the machine is running,
and green, when it has been stopped.
NOTES:
The machine runs slowly as long as you press and
hold the start/stop button.
The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot
control is connected to the machine.
The machine will not run and the presser foot mark will
blink if you start the machine with the presser foot in the
up position. Lower the presser foot and press the start/
stop button.
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wReverse stitch button
• When pattern 01 , 02 , 07 or 08 is selected;
Press and hold the reverse stitch button to sew in
reverse. Release the button to sew forward.
Press and hold the button when the machine is stopped
and foot control is disconnected to start sewing in
reverse slowly. Release the button to stop the machine.
• When any other stitches are selected;
Press the reverse stitch button to sew a locking stitch
immediately. The machine will automatically stop.
NOTE:
Function of the button will be particular when pattern
03 , 04 or 29 is selected. Refer to page 23, 33,
for instructions.
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• When pattern 01 , 02 , 07 or 08 is selected;
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
immediately. The machine will automatically stop.
• 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.
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rNeedle up/down button
Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle up
or down.
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tThread cutter button
Press the thread cutter button to cut the threads after
sewing.
The thread cutter mark will blink
while the machine cuts the threads.
You can continue sewing without pulling the bobbin
thread up after trimming the threads.
To cut the threads automatically after sewing, select
the desired stitch pattern, then press and hold the
thread cutter button until the thread cutter mark
appears.
The machine will cut the threads automatically after
the locking stitch then stop when the reverse or autolock
button is pressed, or a pattern has the built-in auto-lock
stitch.
NOTE:
Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
30 or thicker.
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Maximum sewing speed can be adjusted with the speed
control slider. Refer to page 4.
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Function Buttons & LCD Display
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qPattern selection buttons
Press the pattern selection button to select the desired
pattern.
A pattern number and pattern image along with an
identification letter of the recommended foot are
indicated on each button.
When the pattern is selected a green light on the button
will turn on.
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wElongation button
Satin stiches, patterns 21, 22 and 23 can be elongated
up to five times their normal length by pressing the
elongation button. Refer to page 45.
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eTwin needle button
Press this button when using a twin needle.
The twin needle mark will appear and the maximum
stitch width will be limited to 3.0.
To cancel or finish the twin needle sewing, press the
twin needle button twice.
NOTE:
When the twin needle mark is blinking, all the other
buttons and buttons will not respond. Press the twin
needle button again.
For twin needle sewing, refer to pages 46, 47.
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Press “+” or “–” to change the stitch width. Refer to
pages 22, 25 and 31.
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Press “+” or “–” to change the stitch length. Refer to
pages 22, 25 and 31.
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The LCD display shows the following information when
the machine is turned on:
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!2 Recommended presser foot
!3 Stitch width
!4 Stitch length
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Presser Foot Lifter
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.
You can raise the foot about 1/4” (0.6 cm) higher than
the normal up position for easy removal of the presser
foot, or to help you place thick material under the foot.
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Changing the Presser Foot
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot.
Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern.
The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each foot
is marked with an identification letter.
qIdentification letter
Removing the presser foot
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise. Raise the presser foot,
and press the lever on the back of the foot holder.
Attaching the presser foot
Place the selected presser foot so that the pin on
the foot lies just under the groove in the foot holder.
Lower the presser bar to lock the foot into the place.
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Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or
attaching foot holder.
Removing the foot holder
Remove the thumbscrew by turning it counterclockwise
with a screwdriver.
Attaching the foot holder
Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in
the presser bar.
Fit the thumbscrew into the hole.
Tighten the thumbscrew by turning it clockwise with a
screwdriver.
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wFoot holder
ePresser bar
Presser Foot Pressure Dial
Foot pressure can be adjusted by turning the presser
foot pressure dial.
Set the pressure between “3” and “6” for ordinary fabrics.
Set the pressure between “1” and “3” for fine fabrics and
applique sewing.
Set the pressure between “5” and “6” for heavyweight
fabrics.
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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension
Straight stitch
• Balanced tension
The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two
layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail).
If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that
the stitches are evenly balanced.
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wBobbin thread (bottom thread)
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rTo tighten
When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the
number, the tighter the top thread tension.
Results depend on:
- stiffness and thickness of the fabric
- number of fabric layers
- type of stitch
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• Tension is too loose
The needle thread shows through on the wrong side
of the fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to
a higher number to tighten the needle thread tension.
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wBobbin thread (bottom thread)
eTo tighten tension
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• Tension is too tight
The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of the
fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a lower
number to loosen the needle thread tension.
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Zigzag stitch
For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the
needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom
side) of the fabric.
See the illustrations for the correct appearance.
To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as
necessary.
• Balanced tension
Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the
wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric without causing
excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to
show on the right side (top side) of the fabric.
Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions.
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• Tension is too tight
The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right
side of the fabric
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• Tension is too loose
The corner of each zigzag point pulls together on the
wrong side of the fabric.
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Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog
The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm
bed on the back of the machine.
To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of
the arrow q.
To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction
of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel
toward you.
The feed dog must be up for normal sewing.
NOTE:
Set the stitch length value at the minimum when lowering
the feed dog.
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Changing the Needle
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle.
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the
handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot.
Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle
clamp.
Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat
side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the
needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go.
Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly by turning it
clockwise.
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wFlat side
To see if the needle is in good condition, place the flat
side of the needle onto something flat (needle plate,
glass etc.). The gap between the needle and the flat
surface should be consistent. Never use a bent or
blunt needle.
A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs
in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics.
Selecting Thread and Needles
For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90.
A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing
lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred.
Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce
the fabric without fraying the needle thread.
Always test the needle size on a small scrap of the fabric
that will be used for actual sewing.
In general, use the same thread for the needle and
bobbin. When sewing stretch fabrics, very fine fabrics
and synthetics, use a BLUE TIPPED needle. The blue
tipped needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.
Fabric
Light
Thread Needle
Medium
Heavy
Lawn
Georgette
Tricot
Wool
Polyester
Cotton
Polyester
Fine jersey
Wool
Denim
Jersey
Coating
Quilting
Silk #80-100
Cotton #80-100
Synthetic #80-100
Silk #50
Cotton #60-80
Synthetic #50-80
Cotton #50
Silk #50
Cotton #40-50
Synthetic #40-50
Silk #30
Cotton #50
#9/65–11/75
#11/75–14/90
#14/90
#14/90–16/
100
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Setting the Spool of Thread
Horizontal spool pin
Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the
spool pin.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly
against the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the
supporter.
qSpool pin
wSpool of thread
eLarge spool holder
rSupporter
The small spool holder is used with narrow or small
spools of thread.
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Extra spool pin
The extra spool pin is for twin needle sewing, or winding
bobbins without unthreading the machine.
Insert the extra spool pin into the hole.
The extra spool pin should point to the bobbin winder
tension disk.
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Bobbin Winding
Removing the bobbin
Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right
and remove the hook cover plate.
Lift out the bobbin.
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eBobbin
NOTE:
Use the Janome plastic bobbins. Using other bobbins
such as prewound paper bobbins, may cause stitching
problems or damage to the bobbin case.
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Winding the bobbin
NOTE:
Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for
bobbin winding.
zDraw the thread from the spool and pass the thread
around the bobbin winding tension disk.
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xPut the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
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cHold the thread with both hands and wind it around
the bobbin clockwise several times.
vInsert the thread into one of the 3 slits of the flange
plate and pull the thread to cut.
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tSlit
bPush the bobbin to the right. The bobbin icon appears
on the LCD display.
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nStart the machine. When the bobbin is fully wound, it
will stop spinning automatically.
Stop the machine and return the bobbin winder to its
original position by moving the spindle to the left.
mRemove the bobbin. Insert the thread into the slit and
pull it to cut as shown.
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Inserting the bobbin
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the bobbin
and threading the bobbin holder.
zPlace a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread
running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook
cover plate.
qEnd of thread
wBobbin holder
eHook cover plate
xHold the bobbin with fingertip so it does not rotate.
Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin
holder.
Pull the thread to the left to pass it under the guide.
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tGuide
cDraw the thread to the left to pass it into the guide
path marked “1”.
Make sure that the thread comes out from the side
notch of the bobbin holder.
yGuide path 1
uSide notch
NOTE:
If the thread does not come out from the side notch,
rethread from step z.
vContinue to draw the thread along the guide path
marked “2” and pull the thread to the right through the
slit. The thread will be cut to a proper length and held
in place.
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oSlit (Thread cutter)
bSet the left edge of the hook cover plate into opening.
Push down the hook cover plate to fit in place.
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NOTE:
Unless otherwise noted, you can start sewing without
drawing up the bobbin thread.
Refer to page 18 for how to draw up the bobbin thread.
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Threading the Machine
Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button
to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position.
CAUTION:
Turn off the power switch before threading the machine.
zTurn the power switch off. Draw the thread around the
upper thread guide.
qUpper thread guide
xWhile holding the thread near the spool, draw the
thread down along the right channel.
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cPull the thread up around the bottom of the thread
guide plate.
Pull the thread up along the left channel.
eThread guide plate
rLeft channel
vFirmly draw the thread up and to the back of the
take-up lever. Draw the thread forward to pass it into
the take-up lever eye.
tTake-up lever eye
bPull the thread down along the left channel and pass
the thread through the lower thread guide.
yLower thread guide
nSlide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide
on the left.
uNeedle bar thread guide
mThread the needle from front to back, or use the
needle threader.
iNeedle
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