Sew Amazing Sewing Station TY6142 User manual
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(please refer to illustrations below for the locations of components mentioned throughout this manual)
Tension
Screw (Q) (2)
Bobbin Winder
Spindle (T)
Bobbin Holder (V)
Hand-wheel (K)
Battery Compartment (B)
(on underside of
machine)
Take up Lever (D) (4)
Thread Trimmer
Light
Finger Guard (W)
(5)
Light On/O Switch (Z)
Auto Sew Mode
On/O Switch (Y)
Speed Switch (X)
Bobbin
Compartment (N)
Needle (R) (6)
Presser Foot (F)
Needle
Clamp (O)
Needle
Threader
Metal Bobbins
Fool PedalAC Adaptor
Sewing Kit Tin
Tape Measure
Machine
Sewing
Needle
Thimble Hand
Sewing
Needle
Headed
Pins
Thread Spools (E)
Thread
Spindle (C)
Presser
Foot Lever (G)
Foot Pedal Jack (M)
AC/DC Jack DC 6V (P)
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IMPORTANT! Before inserting batteries or connecting to the mains, always make sure that the Auto Sew
button (Y) is in the o position (up position).
If you are using batteries, insert x 4 AA batteries into the battery compartment (B) on the underside
of the machine. Always use high power alkaline or rechargeable batteries.
If you are connecting the machine to the mains power, plug the AC adaptor cable into the AC/DC
Jack (P) at the right hand side of the machine. Then plug the AC adaptor into the wall mains.
It is recommended that you remove all batteries before connecting the machine to the mains.
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Press the Light button (Z) down to switch on the light.
De-pressing the button (button in up position) will switch o the light.
Pressing down the Auto Sew Mode button (Y) will put the machine into auto sew mode.
In this mode the machine will continuously stitch without the need for the foot pedal.
De-pressing the button (button in up position) will return the machine to manual mode and the foot
pedal will be required to start stitching (recommended for beginners).
Pressing down the speed button (X) will change the speed at which the machine stitches to slow.
De-pressing the button (button in up position) will return the machine to normal speed.
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Make sure The Auto Sew Mode button (Y) is in the o position (up position) when using the foot pedal.
Plug the foot pedal jack (M) into right hand side of the machine.
Turn machine on by pressing the foot pedal.
Press gently on the foot pedal to begin stitching. When you are finished sewing a seam, ease your foot
up and o the foot pedal to stop.
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SIZE AA 1.5V
SIZE AA 1.5V
SIZE AA 1.5V
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on o
Slow
Speed
On/O
Auto
Sew
Mode
On/O
Light
On/O
Remove the finger guard (W) by squeezing in the 2 sides and pulling it out towards you.
Remove Bobbin Holder (V) by pulling the exposed top outwards. Be careful not to lose the spring.
Place the Bobbin onto the bobbin holder (V) so that it sits all the way to the end, then place the spring back
onto the end of the Bobbin holder. Reattach to the sewing machine.
Bring thread across over the tension adjusting screw (2) (Q) and position between the two washers behind
the screw.
Pull thread from tension adjusting screw (2) (Q) through thread guide (3) in the direction toward the left side
of the machine. Pull thread through the take-up lever (4) (D) inserting in the direction toward the left side of
the machine. Pull thread down to thread guide (5) and insert thread from the top downward.
Pull thread downward through thread guide (5). If necessary lower the needle (R) to reach this thread guide
by turning the hand-wheel (K) slightly towards you.
lnsert thread through hole (6) of the needle (R) from the left toward the right side of the machine (Use
needle threader if necessary). If necessary raise the needle (R) to reach the hole by turning the hand-wheel
(K) slightly away from you.
Raise the presser foot (F) by lifting up on the lever at the rear of machine (G). Pull about 12cm max of
thread through the needle (R) and lay it on the deck under the presser foot (F) running in the direction away
from you.
Lower the presser foot (F) by pushing the presser foot lever down (G). Replace the finger guard (W).
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Remove the finger guard (W) by squeezing on the 2 sides and pulling it out towards you.
Remove cover to the bobbin compartment (N) by sliding it o and away from the machine.
Place the bobbin with the thread colour of your choice into the bobbin compartment (N) leaving
about 12cm of the thread extended out.
Raise the presser foot (F) by pulling the presser foot lever up (G).
Raise the needle (R) by turning the hand-wheel (K) towards you.
Lay the thread out straight making sure it aligns over the hole directly below the needle (R).
Turn the hand wheel (K) towards you until the needle (R) has moved down and then up again picking
up the bobbin thread.
Lower the presser foot (F) by pushing the presser foot lever down (G)
Replace the bobbin compartment (N) cover by sliding it back into place.
Replace the finger guard (W). Use some scissors or tweezers to bring both the spool thread and bobbin
thread around to the side.
Note: It is essential that the threading of both top and bottom is done properly. Check carefully, and
do one practice stitch before beginning to sew.
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slide into place replace
guard
pull thread to sidepull thread to side
You can wind your own bobbins with thread from spools you purchase separately. Make sure to
remove any bobbin already in the bobbin compartment (N) before you wind a new bobbin.
Place the thread spool (E) on the thread spindle (C).
Take an empty bobbin. Take the loose end of the cotton thread and push it through one of the holes
of the bobbin (from the inside to the outside) leave about 2cm hanging outside. Wind the remaining
thread around the bobbin starting over not under. Do this 7-8 times to secure the line to the bobbin.
Press in and twist towards you the bobbin winder spindle (T), located in the centre of the hand wheel
(K) to unlock and pop the spindle out.
Place the bobbin on to the bobbin winder spindle (T).Ensure that the thread is winding onto the
bobbin starting under not over.
Press down the foot pedal or use the auto sew mode. The machine will then start to wind thread onto
the bobbin.
Hold the thread line out lightly between finger and thumb to help guide it onto the bobbin.
When the bobbin is full. Lift your foot o the pedal or switch o the auto sew mode.
Lift the bobbin up away from bobbin winder spindle (T).
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twist to
pop out
Press and
twist to
pop out
To ensure a smooth and flat seam on both sides of the fabric, a correct thread tension is needed.
To loosen the thread tension, turn the tension screw (Q) to the left. Loosening the thread tension can
be very useful while threading the machine as it is easier to pull thread through. Sewing on heavier
fabric may also benefit from a looser tension.
To tighten the tension turn the tension screw (Q) to the right. Sewing on very light fabric may require
tighter tension.
Note: If you experience the machine jamming, this is likely to be because the tension is set incorrectly.
Please follow the above steps to adjust this.
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Remove the finger guard (W) by squeezing in the 2 sides and pulling it out towards you.
Turn the hand-wheel (K) away from you to raise the needle (R) to its highest position.
Loosen the needle clamp (O) by turning the clamp screw toward you. You may need to use a small
flat headed screwdriver, small pliers or a coin.
Remove the needle (R) by pulling it down, away from the needle clamp (O).
Place the new needle (R) with the flat side facing in against the needle clamp (O).
Push it gently as far up as it will go, and against the needle clamp (O) Tighten the needle clamp screw
(O) while holding the needle (R) in place.
Turn the hand-wheel (K) away from you to lower the needle (R).
Replace the finger guard.
Note: Needles come in various sizes. The smaller the number, the thinner the needle. Use smaller
needles for more delicate fabrics and larger needles for heavier fabrics.
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towards clamp
Flat end
towards clamp
Warning! Not suitable for children under 3 years. Sharp functional points, puncture hazard.
To be used under direct supervision of an adult.
For ages 6+
ATTENTION! Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be charged. Rechargeablebatteries are only to be
charged by an adult or by children over 8 years of age. Rechargeable batteries are to be removed
from the toy before being charged. Dierent types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to
be mixed. Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity. Exhausted batteries are to be removed
from the toy. The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
RECYCLING BATTERIES, WASTE ELECTRICAL and ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them. Help the environment,
dispose of batteries and electrical products responsibly. Batteries must not be disposed of in domestic
waste as they can contain substances which can be damaging to the environment and health.
Please contact your local authority for designated collection points or recycling facility.
Always disconnect or remove power supply including batteries when changing needles or threading
machines.
Never open the main motor case of the machine, the mechanism has been factory adjusted. Always
check the threading of the Iock stitch before beginning to sew a seam. Improper threading or
placement of the bobbin in the case could result in damage to the machine.
Do not pull on fabric as you sew. Gently guide only. Pulling could break the needle and result in
damage to the machine or injury.
Remove batteries when the machine is not in use for long periods, This saves battery life and protects
the machine. Keep extra batteries on hand so projects will not be interrupted when batteries need to
be replaced.
Do not operate the sewing machine with wet hands, without shoes, or while standing in water or on a
wet surface when using the adaptor.
Use only the power adaptor recommended by the manufacturer, any other adaptor may cause injury
or damage to the machine.
Never use with a damaged power cord or plug. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not trap the power cord or pull around sharp edges this could cause the cord to become
punctured or damaged and could result in injury.
Do not unplug by pulling or tugging on the cord. Grasp the plug with dry hands to remove the plug
from the outlet. Always turn the power o at the source when removing the plug.
Do not touch needles before you turn o the power.
Do not sew clothing while it is on your body.
Never leave the sewing machine unattended while plugged in. Turn the sewing machine o, and
unplug the power cord when not in use.
Transformers used with the toy are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure
and other parts, and that, in the event of such damage, the toy must not be used with this transformer
until the damage has been repaired.
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Power Cuts out Machine could be jammed Power O. Check for blockages.
Lift up footplate and wind hand
wheel to lift the needle. Remove
any material and or tangled
thread. Make sure there is no
damage to thread or needle,
rethread if needed.
Thread keeps snapping /
jamming.
Stitching is messy and not even or
fabric is bunching up when I sew.
Tensioner is too tight. Release tension by turning
tensioner anti clockwise
Threaded incorrectly. Rethread machine as per
instructions.
Tangled thread Clear any tangled thread.
Material too heavy Use thinner fabric
Footplate not lowered
Machine is not threaded
correctly.
Tension is too loose
Tension is too tight
Lower footplate when sewing
Release tensioner fully by turning
anti-clockwise and make sure
machine is threaded correctly.
If thread is sewing too loosely,
tighten tensioner until desired
threading is achieved.
If thread is sewing too tightly,
loosen tensioner until desired
threading is achieved.
The needle is blunt or bent or not
right for the type of fabric you
using.
Replace needle as directed in
the instructions.
There is flu or dust in the path of
the thread
Sewing started too close to the
edge.
Ensure that your fabric clean and
free from flu.
Avoid starting your sewing from
the edge of the fabric.
TY6142
Wilton Bradley Ltd., Heatheld, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6TL, UK.
Wilton Bradley Europe B.V., Barbara Strozzilaan 201, 1083HN, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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Sew Amazing™ is a trade mark of WBL.
Made in China.
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