Weaver 303 User manual

Weaver 303 Sewing Machine
20-3585-SP-OTR
OWNER’S MANUAL

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Precision Stitching Made Perfect
Congratulations on your purchase of the Weaver 303 Sewing Machine. You’ll find this
light-duty machine precisely stitches leather, nylon and textile projects with ease,
making it a perfect choice for sewing bags, accessories and much more.
• Sews up to 1/4" thickness
• Speed Reducer allows you to choose stitching speed
• Convenient oil bath makes it easy to ensure the machine is properly oiled

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Table of Contents
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Unpack Your Box ..........................................................4
Getting to Know the Weaver 303 Sewing Machine ................................5
Sewing Machine Set-Up ..................................................6-9
Attaching to Stand................................................6
Adding Oil ......................................................6
Installing Knee Lift ...............................................7
Installing Belt & Bobbin Winder.....................................7
Installing Belt Guard..............................................8
Setting Up Thread Stand...........................................9
Installing Light ..................................................9
Threading the Machine ............................................... 10 & 11
Machine, Needle & Thread Combinations .....................................11
Winding Bobbins .........................................................12
Setting Stitch Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Reverse Stitching.........................................................12
Adjusting Outside Foot Pressure .............................................12
Adjusting Motor Speed ....................................................13
Adjusting Thread Tension ..................................................13
Starting to Sew...........................................................14
Replacement Parts........................................................14

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Weaver 303 Sewing Machine
20-3585-SP-OTR
OWNER’S MANUAL
➊ Sewing Machine Head (see on page 5)
➋ Oil Pan
➌ Thread Stand Parts (see on page 9)
➍ Oil
➎ Guard Parts
➏ Knee Lift
➐Knee Lift Rod
➑ Bobbin Winder
➒ Rubber Sockets
➓ 1 lb. Spool of White Thread (size 92)
Thread Nippers
Needles
Extra Bobbins
Sewing Machine Light
Owner’s Manual
Gloves
Flat Head Screwdrivers x3
Metal Hinges
Belt
Magnet
Screws & Nails
Stopper
Oil Bottle
Presser Feet
Needle Plate
Rubber Bumpers
Tweezers
You’ll find the following in the
stand box: (see on page 5)
➊ Stand
➋ Motor
➌ Speed Reducer
UNPACK YOUR BOX
Your Weaver 303 Sewing Machine with Stand will arrive in two boxes, one containing the sewing machine head and its
accessories and one containing the stand. If you purchased the head only, you will only receive one box.
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You’ll find the following in the sewing machine box:
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Do not operate this machine until you have read and understand the instructions in this manual. This machine is designed
to stitch leather, nylon and textiles up to 1/4" thick. Use for any other purpose is prohibited and voids the warranty.
Safety
• Never use this machine unless it is securely fastened to a stand.
• Always keep all fingers and body parts away from moving parts.
• Keep in mind that this machine with stand weighs 180 lbs. Always use
proper lifting techniques when moving it and verify its stability before use.
• Keep away from children at all times.
Full Year Limited Warranty
The Weaver 303 Sewing Machine is warranted
for a period of one year from the date of ship-
ment from our factory to be free from defects
in material and workmanship under correct
use, normal operating conditions and proper
application. This warranty is void if the machine
is modified in any way. Weaver Leather makes
no express warranties other than those that are
specifically described herein. This warranty is
expressly in lieu of all other warranties express
or implied. There are no implied warranties of
any kind including merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose. Weaver Leather will in no
event be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages whatsoever, nor for any sum in excess
of the price received for the goods.
Oil Pan
Sewing Machine Head
Stand
Flywheel
Motor
Speed Reducer
Knee Lift
Bobbin Winder
Thread Stand
GETTING TO KNOW THE WEAVER 303 SEWING MACHINE