Toyota OEKAKI 50 User manual

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HOME-USE SEWING MACHINE
with OEKAKI FUNCTION
OEKAKI 50
OEKAKI SERIES
Read this manual carefully before use and always follow the instructions.
Keep this manual in a convenient place for easy reference.
If you give the sewing machine to someone else, also give them this Instruction Manual.
Utility stitching page 44
OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering) page 72
For video tutorial, visit http://www.toyotaoekakisewing.com

Use the “sewing” and “OEKAKI ”
functions to create original
projects!
In addition to sewing utility stitches such as straight stitches and decorative stitches,
OEKAKI 50 is equipped with the “OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering)” function, allowing
you to embroider your own designs. Enjoy creating attractive projects with simple
operations using the foot controller.
●Before use

One-touch switching from
operation panel
Switch the sewing mode between “utility stitching” and “OEKAKI (free-motion
embroidering)” with the press of a button.
* The presser foot must be replaced with the correct foot when the mode is
switched.
OEKAKI
(free-motion embroidering)
Utility stitching
OEKAKI
(free-motion embroidering)
Utility stitching
Foot controller function differs
depending on the mode
The sewing speed (for “utility stitching”) or stitch width (for “OEKAKI (free-motion
embroidering)”) is adjusted by how much the foot controller is pressed down.
Sewing speed adjustment Stitch width adjustment

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Contents
1 Checking accessories
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................6
Separately sold accessories..............................................................................................................8
2 Important safety instructions
Be sure to read this section before use..........................................................................................10
Changing the power plug .................................................................................................................11
3 Functions of the machine
Part names.........................................................................................................................................14
Operation panel part names.............................................................................................................16
Functions of various parts ...............................................................................................................17
Operating the foot controller............................................................................................................18
Using the quick adviser....................................................................................................................20
4 Sewing preparations
Connecting the power.......................................................................................................................22
Correct needle selection...................................................................................................................23
Changing the needle.........................................................................................................................24
Changing the presser foot................................................................................................................25
Changing the presser foot holder....................................................................................................26
5 Threading the sewing machine
Winding the bobbin...........................................................................................................................28
Threading the lower thread..............................................................................................................32
Threading the upper thread..............................................................................................................34
Using the needle threader................................................................................................................38
Pulling up the lower thread..............................................................................................................42
6 Utility stitching
Selecting the stitch ...........................................................................................................................44
Selecting the stitch width.................................................................................................................45
Selecting the stitch length................................................................................................................46
Selecting the sewing speed .............................................................................................................47
Stitch patterns ...................................................................................................................................48
Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the thread tension............52

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7 Sewing (utility stitching)
Basic operations ...............................................................................................................................54
■Straight stitch...........................................................................................................................54
■Ending stitching.......................................................................................................................55
■Thread cutting..........................................................................................................................55
■Reverse sewing........................................................................................................................55
■One stitch sewing ....................................................................................................................56
Advanced operations........................................................................................................................57
■Zigzag sewing...........................................................................................................................57
■Overcasting ..............................................................................................................................58
■Blind hem stitching..................................................................................................................60
■Zipper insertion........................................................................................................................63
■Buttonhole sewing...................................................................................................................66
■Shortening jeans......................................................................................................................68
8 Basics of OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering)
Features of OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering)...........................................................................72
Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric in OEKAKI mode, and adjusting the thread
tension................................................................................................................................................73
9 Sewing (free-motion embroidering)
OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering) preparations ........................................................................74
Practicing free-motion embroidering..............................................................................................78
Tacking...............................................................................................................................................84
10 Special sewing tips
Sewing thick or thin fabrics .............................................................................................................86
Sewing tube-shaped fabrics.............................................................................................................86
Sewing leather and vinyl ..................................................................................................................87
Sewing equally spaced lines of stitching .......................................................................................87
Adjusting the thread tension............................................................................................................88
When the fabric cannot be removed from the sewing machine ...................................................90
11 Troubleshooting
When the sewing machine is operating incorrectly.......................................................................92
When an error code appears............................................................................................................96
12 Maintenance and storage
Feed dog and hook maintenance ....................................................................................................98
Storage precautions........................................................................................................................103
13 Others
Recycling .........................................................................................................................................104
Servicing double-insulated products (230V–240V)......................................................................104
Specifications..................................................................................................................................105

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Accessories
Open the package, and check that the following accessories are included.
■Accessories in the package
• Do not connect any controller (device) other than
that specified.
• Do not use the power cord with any other
machine.
• Do not use an extension cord with the power cord.
• Only use the foot controller that is supplied with
this machine.
1 Checking accessories
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1 Soft cover (×1)
2 Quick adviser holder (×1)
3 Power cord (×1)
4 Quick instructions (×1)
5 Instruction Manual CD-ROM (×1)
6 Foot controller (×1)
7 Starter kit (×1)
* For practicing free-motion embroidering
8 Warranty card (×1)
Caution

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■Accessories in the extension table
Note
• Only use bobbins designed
specifically for this sewing
machine. Specially designed
bobbins can be purchased at
http://www.home-sewing.com.
Otherwise, contact your retailer.
Some accessories are in the accessory box of the extension table. Open the
cover of the extension table, and take out accessories.
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10 11
12 13
No. 18/110 (×2)
No. 14/90 (×2)
No. 11/75 (×1)
Ball point needle no. 11/75 (×1)
1 Zigzag sewing foot (×1)
* Installed on the sewing machine.
2 Overcasting foot (×1)
3 Gliding foot (×1)
4 Zipper foot (×1)
5 Blind stitch foot (×1)
6 Embroidering foot (×1)
7 Buttonhole foot (×1)
8 Non stick foot (×1)
9 Quilting guide (×1)
10 Needle plate screwdriver (×1)
11 Buttonhole cutter (×1)
12 Needle
13 Plastic bobbin (×5)
* One installed in the machine
Tip
Cover

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Separately sold accessories
Various accessories are sold separately in order to expand the use of the sewing machine.
■Purchasing separately sold accessories
These accessories can be purchased from our website (http://www.home-sewing.com). Otherwise, contact your
retailer.
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1Straight stitch foot
This presser foot is for sewing only straight
stitches.
It is useful when sewing thin fabrics.
2Rolled hemming foot
This presser foot sews rolled hems at the
edge of fabric. It can be used when sewing the
ends of handkerchiefs and scarves.
3Clear presser foot
Since this presser foot is transparent, the
stitching can be seen, making this presser foot
useful for sewing over a drawn pattern or
along drawn stitching lines.
4Gathering foot
This foot can be used to easily make frills or
gathers in lace.
5Piping foot
Since this presser foot is off center, it is useful
for attaching piping tape.
6Walking foot
Since this presser foot is fed on top of the
fabric, it is useful for stretch fabric or quilted
fabric where misaligned stitching easily
occurs.
7Flower stitch foot
This presser foot is useful for sewing circular
patterns.
8Twin needle
Using two threads at the same time, patterns
can be sewn with parallel stitching.
9Supplemental spool pin
This is used when sewing with the twin
needle.

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Be sure to read this section before use
These safety instructions are designed to prevent danger or damage arising from the incorrect operation of the
machine. Read carefully and always follow the instructions.
■Explanation of “ Warning” and “ Caution”
■Symbol explanation
2 Important safety instructions
Warning An incorrect operation could result in death or serious injury.
Caution An incorrect operation could result in injuries or damage to the machine.
Do not touch.
Prohibited actions
Required actions
Remove the power plug from the outlet.

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"UK ONLY Important Read carefully"
Changing the power plug
The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
BLUE-NEUTRAL; BROWN-LIVE (OR ACTIVE)
As the colors of the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the
terminals in your plug - PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
The earth plug pin is unnecessary. As the machine is designed under double insulation structure, the earth wire
is removed from the machine. The wire colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L or A or
colored RED. The wire colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or colored BLACK. Neither
wire is to be connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.
Warning
Use an AC 220 to 240 V power source.
Not doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.
Do not allow the power cord to be damaged, modified, excessively bent, pulled or twisted.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a cord designed specifically for this model.
Warning
When changing the power plug or cord, do not allow it to be repaired, disassembled or
modified, except at an authorized dealer or service center.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.
If, for any reason, the power plug of this product is removed, it should be immediately
disposed of safely and not stored where it could be inadvertently used again.
Not doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.
Caution
Be sure to close the bobbin case cover before operating the machine.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Before changing the needle or threading the upper or lower thread, use the main power
switch to “turn off” the sewing machine.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Do not look away from the needle while operating the sewing machine.
Doing so could cause injuries.
Do not touch moving parts such as the needle, take-up lever or handwheel.
Doing so could cause injuries.
Do not place your hand or fingers under the needle.
Doing so could cause injuries.

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Children should only use the machine under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Do not use the machine when young children are nearby.
They could touch the needle and be injured.
When leaving the sewing machine after using it, use the main power switch to “turn off”
the sewing machine, and then remove the power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Before using the sewing machine, make sure that the presser foot holder clamp screw,
needle clamp screw and needle plate screw are firmly tightened, and that the presser foot
is correctly set in the presser foot holder.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Before removing covers, oiling or performing any other user maintenance procedures
described in this Instruction Manual, be sure to remove the power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Do not perform the following actions.
Doing so could cause injuries.
• Sewing without lowering the presser foot.
• Sewing while the needle is incorrectly installed.
• Using a bent needle.
• Sewing while jerking the fabric.
Do not repair, disassemble or modify the sewing machine, except as described in this
Instruction Manual.
Doing so could cause an electric shock, a fire or injuries.
Only use this sewing machine for the intended purposes described in this Instruction
Manual.
Not doing so could cause injuries or damage.
Only use the manufacturer-recommended accessories described in this Instruction
Manual.
Not doing so could cause injuries or damage.
Do not drop or insert foreign objects into any gaps, such as those exposed when the face
cover or bobbin case is removed.
Doing so could cause injuries or damage.
Do not operate the sewing machine while any ventilation openings are plugged. Do not
allow lint, dust or any other material to accumulate in the foot controller or sewing
machine ventilation openings.
Doing so could cause injuries or damage.
Do not use the sewing machine outside.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fire.
Do not operate the sewing machine in a location where sprays are being used or oxygen
is being administered.
Doing so could cause a fire.
Caution

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When the sewing machine is not in use, store it safely off the floor since protruding parts
may cause injuries if someone trips over it.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Do not operate the sewing machine on an unstable surface such as a sofa or a bed.
If the sewing machine falls down, it could be damaged or cause injuries.
After using the main power switch to “turn off” the sewing machine, remove the power
plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause injuries or damage.
Caution

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Part names
3 Functions of the machine
1 Thread cutter
2 Face cover
3 Take-up lever
4 Thread guide
5 Upper thread tension dial
6 Operation panel
7 Spool pin
8 OEKAKI (free-motion
embroidering) button
9 Reverse sewing button
10 Extension table
11 LED light (inside)
12 Needle clamp screw
13 Needle thread guide
14 Needle
15 Needle plate
16 Bobbin case
17 Bobbin case cover
18 Feed dog
19 Presser foot
20 Presser foot holder
clamp screw
21 Presser foot holder
22 Needle threader lever
23 Buttonhole lever
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14
12 13
4
3
2
1
10
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7
5
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24 Handwheel
25 Thread winder guide
26 Thread winding
spindle
27 Hollow handle for
carrying
28 Presser foot lever
29 Drop feed lever
30 Foot controller
storage space
31 Foot controller jack
32 Terminal box
33 Main power switch
34 Foot controller
35 Power cord
36 Quick adviser holder
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Operation panel part names
From the operation panel on the front of the sewing machine, various stitch settings can be selected.
1LED display
This displays the number of the selected stitch in addition to the selected settings and sewing speed. It
also displays the setting for the function LED that is lit.
2 (setting) buttons
These can be used to change the selected stitch and the settings.
3 (start/stop) button
Press to start or stop the sewing machine.
4 (needle up/down) button
Each press of the button raises or lowers the needle. Use this button when changing the sewing
direction or sewing intricate areas.
5 (function) button
Each press of the button selects one of the functions (7 through 10).
6Function LEDs
The LED lights up to indicate the function selected with the function button. The setting can be changed
with the (setting) buttons only for the function whose LED is lit.
7Stitch number
The number of the stitch selected in utility stitching mode will be indicated.
8Stitch width
The width of the selected stitch can be changed.
9Stitch length
The length of the selected stitch can be changed.
10 Sewing speed
The sewing speed can be changed. Press to sew slower, or press to sew faster. The selected
sewing speed will be maintained, even if another stitch is selected.
11 (OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering)) button
Each press of the button selects the utility stitching mode or the OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering)
mode. The button lights up in green when the machine is in the OEKAKI mode.
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Functions of various parts
The various parts of the sewing machine have the functions described below.
2
1
3
Up
Down
Upper thread tension dial
Turn this dial to increase or decrease the
tension of the upper thread.
Reverse sewing button
• When a straight stitch is selected, the
machine will sew in reverse while the
reverse sewing button is pressed.
The machine will sew in reverse
when the reverse sewing button is
pressed without pressing the start/
stop button.
• If a stitch other than a straight stitch
is selected, three reinforcement
stitches are sewn, and then the
machine stops.
Presser foot lever
• When sewing, lower the presser foot lever to
lower the presser foot. (1)
• When inserting fabric, lift up the presser foot
lever to raise the presser foot. (2)
• The presser foot can be raised even higher by
raising the presser foot lever to 3.
* Since the presser foot lever does not remain in 3,
hold it in place while inserting the fabric. This
position is useful when sewing thick fabric.
Handwheel
Turn the handwheel to
manually raise and lower the
needle.
Note
• Always turn the
handwheel towards
yourself (in the direction
of the arrow).
If it is turned in the
opposite direction, the
thread may become
tangled.
With the drop feed lever
at the back of the
machine, the feed dog
can be lowered or raised.
Drop feed lever

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Operating the foot controller
• When the foot controller is connected, the sewing machine cannot be started by pressing the start/stop
button. At the end of sewing, the machine can be stopped by pressing the start/stop button.
■Operation
1Press the ‘{’ side of the main power switch to turn off
the sewing machine.
* For details on connecting the power, refer to page 22.
2Insert the foot controller connector into the foot
controller jack on the machine.
3Press the ‘|’ side of the main power switch to turn on
the sewing machine.
4Press on the foot controller to operate the sewing
machine.
The more you press the foot controller, the faster the machine
sews.
Release the foot controller to stop the machine.
* The speed set with “Sewing speed” (refer to page 47) will be the
maximum speed when the foot controller is pressed.
* In OEKAKI (free-motion embroidering) mode, operating the foot
controller changes the stitch width. (refer to page 72)
• Do not connect any controller (device) other than that specified.
Before unplugging the foot controller cord from the jack, turn off the sewing machine.
Caution
Be sure to use the main power switch to turn off the sewing machine before
connecting the foot controller.
Not doing so could cause injuries.
Caution
Caution
Main power
switch
Connector

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■Storing the foot controller
When the foot controller is not being used, it can be stored on the back of the sewing machine.
1Wind the cord, and place it in the foot controller.
2Secure the foot controller in the storage area at the
back of the sewing machine, as shown in the
illustration.
* Align the tabs on the sides of the foot controller with the grooves in
the storage space.
■Removal
With your fingers, press in on the sides of the foot
controller, and then pull it towards you.
Groove
Tab 1
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Using the quick adviser
Refer to the quick adviser when checking the procedures of basic operations and selecting a stitch.
■Installation
When the quick adviser is installed on the sewing machine, you can easily check basic operating procedures
and stitch information.
Hook the holders of the quick adviser onto the handle
at the back of the sewing machine.
* When the quick adviser is not in use, it can be stored by folding it
down the back of the sewing machine
* In order to prevent the sewing machine from being tipped over, hold
it down when folding down the quick adviser.
Note
• When the quick adviser is installed, do not push down on it with excessive force. Doing so could
cause damage.
Hollow
handle for
carrying
Tab