W6 W6 N 454D User manual

N 454D-120201
W6 N 454D overlock 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 can easily learn how to operate your new
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
Machine components........................................................................................................................ 6
Accessories....................................................................................................................................... 9
Setting up the machine................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting the machine to the mains ...................................................................................................... 10
Regulating the sewing speed ..................................................................................................................... 10
Lifting, lowering and changing the presser foot ........................................................................... 11
Setting the presser foot pressure .................................................................................................. 11
Changing the needles ..................................................................................................................... 12
Inserting the needles correctly .................................................................................................................. 12
Checking the needle.................................................................................................................................... 12
Needle and thread table.................................................................................................................. 13
Setting the stitch length.................................................................................................................. 14
Setting the differential feed (model 454D only)............................................................................. 14
Functioning of the differential feed (model 454D only) ................................................................ 15
Use of the differential feed (model 454D only) .............................................................................. 15
Activating/deactivating the cutting mechanism............................................................................ 16
Deactivating the upper knife ...................................................................................................................... 16
Activating the upper knife .......................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the cutting width................................................................................................................. 17
Seam guides.................................................................................................................................... 17
Adjusting the rolled hem slider ...................................................................................................... 18
Settings for sewing a rolled hem .......................................................... Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.
The telescopic thread guide ........................................................................................................... 19
Placing the spools........................................................................................................................... 19
Threading a thread.......................................................................................................................... 20
Threading the machine ............................................................................................................................... 20
Threading the upper looper............................................................................................................ 22
Threading the lower looper ............................................................................................................ 23
Threading bulk thread..................................................................................................................... 24
Threading the right needle ............................................................................................................. 25
Threading the left needle................................................................................................................ 26
Test seam ........................................................................................................................................ 27
Continuous sewing ......................................................................................................................... 27
End of a seam.................................................................................................................................. 27
Securing the thread ends ............................................................................................................... 28
At the beginning of the seam ..................................................................................................................... 28
Tying off........................................................................................................................................................ 28
At the end of the seam ................................................................................................................................ 28

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Adjusting the thread tensions (4-thread seam)............................................................................. 29
The 3-thread seam........................................................................................................................... 31
Rolled hem, scalloped hem and narrow overlock stitch .............................................................. 32
Adjusting the thread tension.......................................................................................................... 33
Rolled hem, scalloped hem and narrow overlock stitch ......................................................................... 33
Decorative overlocking................................................................................................................... 34
Gathering ......................................................................................................................................... 34
Sewing tucks ................................................................................................................................... 35
Special accessories set .................................................................................................................. 36
The blind hem foot ...................................................................................................................................... 36
The bias binding foot .................................................................................................................................. 37
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 38
Changing the light bulb.............................................................................................................................. 38
Oiling............................................................................................................................................................. 39
Cleaning the cutting mechanism ............................................................................................................... 40
Cleaning the feed dog ................................................................................................................................. 40
Changing the upper knife ........................................................................................................................... 41
Setting the upper knife................................................................................................................................ 41
Useful tips for troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 42
Technical data ................................................................................................................................. 43
Service information......................................................................................................................... 44

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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.
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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Machine components
*Model 454D with product no. 502.054 only

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Machine components

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Machine components
Always turn the hand wheel towards you (anti-
clockwise).
Side cover
• Opening
Swivel the side cover to the left.
• Closing
Turn the side cover to the right and let it click
into place by pressing on it slightly.
• For your safety:
Always close the side cover and front flap
before using the machine.
Front flap
• Opening
Push the front flap as far to the right as
possible and swivel it forwards.
• Closing
Lift the
front flap until it rests against the
machine. In this position, it automatically
engages to the left.

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Accessories
Only use the original accessories supplied
with the sewing machine.
The following accessories are supplied with
the overlock sewing machine:
• Screwdriver
• Screwdriver (small)
• Tweezers
• Needle set
• Spool cap
• Spool net
• Brush
• Needle threader

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Setting up the machine
Connecting the machine to the mains
1 Place the machine on a sturdy, clean and even
surface.
2
Your machine has been oiled by the
manufacturer. To remove any excess oil, wipe
the work area and the needle plate.
3 Before connecting the machine to the mains,
check that the mains voltage and mains
fr
equency indicated on the type plate
correspond to those of the power supply.
4 Switch off the main switch (OFF) and plug the
machine plug into the port on the right-hand
side of the machine.
5 Plug the power plug into the power socket.
6 Switch on the main switch.
Safety note:
The machine only works when the main switch is
switched on.
Disconnect the sewing machine from the
mains by switching off the main switch and
unplugging the power plug when leaving the
machine, removing the cover, changing the
needles, bo
bbin or lamp or during
maintenance.
Regulating the sewing speed
The sewing speed can be adjusted steplessly
with the foot controller. The harder you press
the foot controller the faster the machine sews.
Do not place any objects on the foot controller.