W6 N 1615 User manual

N 1615-120201
W6 N 1615 sewing machine
Manual

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Dear customer
Thank you very much for buying a W6 product.
Discover the reliability of our products for yourself.
We have included a comprehensive manual, so
that you may easily learn how to operate the
machine.
Please read the manual and the safety notes
carefully before operating the machine.
Please enjoy your new sewing machine.
W6 WERTARBEIT

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Contents
Safety notes......................................................................................................................................... 5
Important notes ................................................................................................................................... 5
Getting to know the machine................................................................................................................ 6
Power switch and connections ........................................................................................................................ 7
Extension table with accessories compartment .............................................................................................. 7
Standard accessories........................................................................................................................... 8
Additional standard accessories...................................................................................................................... 8
Free arm sewing .................................................................................................................................. 8
Connecting the sewing machine........................................................................................................... 9
Operating elements............................................................................................................................ 10
Upper thread tension dial .............................................................................................................................. 10
Pattern selector dial....................................................................................................................................... 10
Stitch length dial ............................................................................................................................................ 10
Changing the presser foot.................................................................................................................. 12
Changing the presser foot holder ....................................................................................................... 13
Fabric, needle and thread table .......................................................................................................... 14
Changing a needle ............................................................................................................................. 15
Checking the needle...................................................................................................................................... 15
Inserting the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Winding the lower thread ................................................................................................................... 16
Removing the bobbin ......................................................................................................................... 17
Inserting the bobbin ........................................................................................................................... 18
Threading the upper thread ................................................................................................................ 19
Threading the upper thread / Retrieving the lower thread .................................................................... 20
Stitch length ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Stitch length for patterns A to G (outside) ..................................................................................................... 21
Stitch length selection for super utility stitches A to G (inside)...................................................................... 21
Sewing a test seam ............................................................................................................................ 22
Thread tension................................................................................................................................... 24
Correct upper thread tension......................................................................................................................... 24
Loosening the upper thread tension.............................................................................................................. 24
Increasing the upper thread tension.............................................................................................................. 25
Checking the lower thread tension ................................................................................................................ 25
Useful tips ......................................................................................................................................... 26
Sewing corners .............................................................................................................................................. 26
Sewing at edges at a spacing of less than 3 mm.......................................................................................... 26
Sewing curves ............................................................................................................................................... 26
Sewing thick fabrics ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Sewing thin fabrics ........................................................................................................................................ 27
Using the needle plate................................................................................................................................... 27
Pattern overview table........................................................................................................................ 28

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Contents
Straight stitch .................................................................................................................................... 29
Stretch straight stitch ..................................................................................................................................... 29
Zigzag stitch ...................................................................................................................................... 30
Overlocking.................................................................................................................................................... 30
Appliqués ....................................................................................................................................................... 30
Patchwork ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
Sewing curves ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Satin stitch ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
Overlock stitch / Special overlock stitch ............................................................................................. 31
Lingerie stitch.................................................................................................................................... 31
Blind stitch / Elastic blind stitch ......................................................................................................... 32
Buttonholes ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Sewing stretch fabrics ................................................................................................................................... 34
Selecting the stitch length.............................................................................................................................. 34
Sewing in zippers............................................................................................................................... 35
Sewing zippers in the centre ......................................................................................................................... 35
Darts ................................................................................................................................................. 36
Gathering........................................................................................................................................... 37
Securing the gather............................................................................................................................ 38
Decorating garments ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Tucks ................................................................................................................................................ 39
Decorating blouses, shirts, etc. ..................................................................................................................... 39
Appliqués .......................................................................................................................................... 40
Corners and curves of appliqués................................................................................................................... 40
Darning.............................................................................................................................................. 41
Darning using an embroidery frame .............................................................................................................. 41
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 42
Cleaning the sewing machine case............................................................................................................... 42
Cleaning the hook.......................................................................................................................................... 42
Changing the light bulb ...................................................................................................................... 44
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 45
Problems with threads and stitches............................................................................................................... 45
Notes on environmental protection..................................................................................................... 46
Service information............................................................................................................................ 46
Index ................................................................................................................................................. 47

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Safety notes
4 Disconnect the sewing machine from the
mains by unplugging the power plug when
leaving the machine, removing the cover,
changing the needles, bobbin or lamp or
during maintenance. Do not place objects
on the foot controller.
5 Do not use
the sewing machine if the
machine or electrical components are
damaged.
Have your machine repaired by the
technical service.
6
The max. power of the light bulb is
15 W/230 V BA.
7 Always keep the foot controller free from
dust and threads.
Please observe the following safety notes:
1 Due to the needles going up and down, be very
careful when sewing. Always observe the
sewing point. Never touch moving parts when
sewing.
2 Keep children away from the sewing machine.
3 Only use original accessories.
Important notes
To ensure a long service life, please take note of
the following:
The CE marking confirms that this machine
complies with the principal safety
requirements of the relevant European
directives.
1 Do not use or store the sewing machine in
places where it is exposed to direct sunlight,
moisture or high levels of humidity. Make sure
that it is not placed next to radiators or other
heat sources.
2 When cleaning the machine, only use dry or
damp cloths. Never use benzine, thinners or
other chemical cleaning agents for cleaning.
3 Do not expose the machine to strong
vibrations.
4 The machine is not designed or intended for
commercial use.

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Getting to know the machine
1 Thread lever
2 Thread guide
3 Thread guide
4 Spool pin (extractable)
5 Bobbin winder spindle (winding)
6 Bobbin winder stopper
7 Stitch length dial
8 Patterns (overview)
9 Reverse stitch button
10 Pattern selector dial
11 Extension table with accessories
compartment
12 Needle plate
13 Presser foot
14 Presser foot holder
15 Presser foot release lever
16 Screw for fixing the sewing needle
17 Screw for the face plate
18 Thread tension dial
19 Face plate
20 Power and foot controller plug
21 Power plug
22 Foot controller
23 Handle
24 Presser foot lifter
25 Machine socket
26 Power switch
27 Hand wheel

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Getting to know the machine
Power switch and connections
Plug the power and foot controller plug into the
respective machine socket.
Remove the oil film possibly present on the
needle plate before the first commissioning.
Caution
Switch off the sewing machine at the power
switch (“0”) and disconnect the power plug from
the power socket when
• the sewing machine is not in use,
• maintenance work is to be performed,
• the face plate is removed,
• the bulb is to be changed.
1 Machine socket
2 Power switch
3 Power and foot controller plug
4 Foot controller
5 Power plug
Extension table with accessories
compartment
6 Extension table
The extension table can be removed sideways.
7 Accessories compartment in the extension
table
Accessories compartment
There is an accessories compartment with the
provided standard accessories in the extension
table.
Only use the accessories provided in order to
avoid damage to the machine.
CB bobbins suitable for this sewing machine are
stored in the accessories compartment. Only
these bobbins may be used.

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Standard accessories
Additional standard accessories
1 One-sided zipper foot
2 Blind hem foot
3 Buttonhole foot
4 CB bobbins
5 Selection of needles
6 Screwdriver
7 Ripping knife
8 Feed dog cover plate
9 Cover
Free-arm sewing
Sewing with the free arm
The extension table can be removed
sideways.
Free-arm sewing is especially suitable for
sewing tubular parts such as trouser hems
or cuffs.

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Connecting the sewing machine
Please note:
• Only use an easily accessible power socket as a power source.
• Switch off the machine at the power switch and pull the plug out of the socket in the following
situations:
- if the machine is left unattended;
- if a power failure occurs during use;
- during thunderstorms.
• Do not pull the plug out of the socket with wet hands.
• Do not pull the plug out of the socket by the power cable as this may lead to damage.
• Do not damage, bend, pull or twist the power cable forcibly. Furthermore, do not place any heavy
objects on the cable. Do not expose the power cable to high temperatures.
In case of damage to the power cable or power switch, disconnect the machine from the mains and
contact our customer service immediately.
1 Plug the power plug into the power socket
and the power and foot controller plug into
the respective machine socket.
2 Switch on the sewing machine at the power
switch (“I” position).
The lighting is also switched on and off with
the power switch. If the integrated lighting
does not light up when switching on the
sewing machine, the bulb must be changed
immediately. Good lighting is essential for
safe working.
1
Machine socket
2
Power switch
3
Power and foot controller plug
4
Foot controller
5
Power plug
3 Slowly press the foot controller to start
sewing.
4 The harder you press the foot controller the
faster the machine sews.
5 Release the foot controller to stop sewing.
6 To switch off the machine, set the power
switch to “ 0 ” (OFF).
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Power switch position
7
Foot controller

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Operating elements
Upper thread tension dial
3 – 5 = Normal tension range
Pattern selector dial
Turn the pattern selector dial to select a
pattern.
To select a super utility stitch (letters A to G,
inside), the symbol must be set at the stitch
length dial. Then, select the desired pattern.
The pattern selector dial must only be turned:
- when the machine is at a standstill,
- when the needle is in the highest position.
1 Setting mark
2 Patterns (overview)
Stitch length dial
3
Setting mark
4
Sewing a buttonhole and satin stitch
5
Stitch length scale
6
Super utility stitches (letters A to G, inside)
The following digits/symbols can be selected
by turning the stitch length dial:
0, , 1, 2, 3, 4, “+”, and “-”.
When a pattern has been selected with the
stitch length dial, the length of the pattern can
be changed with the scale values 1, 2, 3, 4.
The symbol on the stitch length dial must be
selected to sew buttonholes and satin stitches.
In position , the patterns A to G (inside) will
be selected.
The super utility stitches can be enlarged or
made smaller by turning to “+” or “-“.