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  • Page 1: Sewing Machine

    SEWING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL ®...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or if it has been dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
  • Page 3 If your embroidery machine is fitted with a 3-pin non-rewireable BS plug, please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, the plug should be cut off and the cable should be fitted with an appropriate three-pin plug. With alternative plugs, an approved fuse must be installed in the plug.
  • Page 4 PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation: 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the pulley, thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts. 2. Remember to turn off the main power switch and unplug the cord when: •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the stitch length of the buttonhole ..59 BAR TACK STITCHING........60 CHAPTER 2 Sewing bar tacks on thick fabrics ....61 Adjusting the bar tack width......61 Adjusting the stitch length of the bar tack ..61 SEWING DARNING.............62 Adjusting the darning width......63 ..........29 Adjusting the stitch length of the darning..63...
  • Page 6 MY CUSTOM STITCH (CREATE YOUR OWN STITCH DESIGNS) Using the extra-large embroidery frame (optional)............115 ..........77 Combining a frame pattern with a design ..119 Embroidering appliqués DESIGNING THE STITCH........77 (using a frame pattern) ........120 ENTERING STITCH DATA ........79 Embroidering onto small pieces of fabric EDITING STITCH DATA ........81...

  • Page 7: Setting Up

    CHAPTER 1 PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 Handle 10 Feed dog position switch 2 Bobbin winder 11 Bobbin cover 3 Selection keys (Refer to page 9 for more 12 Feed dogs details.) 13 Presser foot 4 Balance wheel 14 Needle threader 5 Sewing speed controller...

  • Page 8: Flat-Bed-Attachment

    Removing the flat-bed attachment With the flat-bed attachment removed, sewing tubular pieces, such as sleeves and pant legs, or hard-to-reach areas of the garment is easier. To remove the flat-bed attachment, pull it straight out to the left of the sewing machine.

  • Page 9: Additional Accessories

    When using the walking foot, refer to the instruction sheet included with this operation manual. When using special threads that quickly wind off the thread spool, place a net over the spool before sewing. Note (For U.S.A only) Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used for this machine model PC6500.

  • Page 10: Optional Accessories

    No. 6 Moskowitz’s World SA303 No. 7 Country Life SA304 Refer to pages 115 through 118 for details on No. 8 Holiday SA305 embroidering using the extra-large embroidery No. 9 Hobby Craft SA306 frame.

  • Page 11: Power Supply

    – When servicing the machine, or when removing covers or changing bulbs, unplug the sewing machine or disconnect the electrical supply. – If the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord, otherwise a fire may occur.

  • Page 12: Controls

    This button lights up in green when the machine is ready to start sewing and while it is sewing or embroidering. If the machine is not ready to start sewing, the button lights up in red. The button...

  • Page 13: Lcd Screen

    4 Press this key before sewing to automatically cut the threads after sewing. (Refer to page 37 for more details.) 5 Press this key to display the stitch guide, which will help you select the best stitch for your specific need.

  • Page 14: Lcd Density

    LCD DENSITY At times, changes in the ambient temperature may make all or part of the screen light or darker; this is not the sign of a malfunction. If the screen becomes difficult to read, adjust its density. Note The screen may become dark immediately after the power is turned on. This is a feature of the light that illuminates the screen, and is not the sign of a malfunction.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Density With The Operation Guide

    3. Press the BRIGHTNESS OF LCD key. 4. Press the NEXT key. 5. Adjust the density of the LCD. To make the LCD lighter, press the white key. To make the LCD darker, press the black key. The density of the LCD changes each time one of these keys is pressed.

  • Page 16: Display Language

    DISPLAY LANGUAGE You can easily change the language of all the keys and messages displayed on the LCD. 1. Press the OPERATION GUIDE key. 2. Press the NEXT key. 3. Press the LANGUAGE SELECTION key. 4. Press the NEXT key until the desired language is displayed.

  • Page 17: Presser Feet / Feed Dogs

    PRESSER FEET / FEED DOGS Changing the presser foot It may be necessary to change the presser foot depending on the stitch that is selected. 1. Press the needle position button to raise the needle, and then turn off the sewing machine.

  • Page 18: Installing The Presser Foot Adapter & The Walking Foot

    3 Screw (for securing presser foot) The walking foot is useful for sewing materials that are hard to feed, such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, thin leather, etc. This foot prevents such materials from crumpling, slipping or sticking by evenly feeding both pieces of fabric.

  • Page 19: Installing The Optional Side Cutter

    Installing the optional side cutter By installing the side cutter, you can cut the fabric while sewing, for example when sewing an overcasting stitch. To use the side cutter, select a pattern that displays on the LCD, and then press...
  • Page 20 13/64" (5.0 mm). 1 Seam margin Note – The side cutter will not cut the fabric if the fabric is simply spread out under the presser foot and the guide plate. Be sure to position the fabric as explained in step 9 before sewing.

  • Page 21: Installing The Presser Foot Holder

    2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Remove the currently installed presser foot. 4. While pressing the black button on the left side of the presser foot holder, slide the holder as high as possible up the presser foot bar, and then release the button.

  • Page 22: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

    – There are many different types of needles to suit a variety of sewing needs. Therefore, be sure to select the correct needle for your specific sewing application, for example when sewing denim or when...

  • Page 23: Needle

    NEEDLE Checking the needle Place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the needle is not bent up, down, or to either side. If the needle is bent, it should be thrown away to prevent damage to your project or to the machine.

  • Page 24: Bobbin Winding / Lower Threading

    1. Plug the machine into the power supply and turn on the main power switch. 2. Place the spool on the spool pin so that the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. Then, secure the spool on the spool pin using a spool cap with the size closest to the spool size.
  • Page 25 4. Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the groove in the top of the bobbin (a). Then, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right (b). 1 Spring on the shaft 2 Groove in the bobbin 5.

  • Page 26: Installing The Bobbin

    Installing the bobbin 1. Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right, and then remove the bobbin cover. 1 Bobbin cover latch 2 Bobbin cover 2. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle so that the thread unrolls as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 27: Upper Threading

    2. Press the needle position button to raise the needle. 3. Place the spool on the spool pin so that the thread unrolls from the bottom front of the spool. Then, secure the spool on the spool pin using a spool cap with the size closest to the spool size.
  • Page 28 (Refer to page 26 for more details on using the needle threader.) 7. Pass the thread underneath the presser foot, and then pull about 2" (5.0 cm) of the upper thread out toward the rear of the machine. 1 Upper thread 2 2"...

  • Page 29: Needle Threader

    Needle threader 1. Use your left index finger to lower the needle threader lever while gently pulling the thread to the left so that it catches on the large hook. 1 Needle threader lever 2 Large hook 2. Lower the needle threader lever to its lowest position and check that the thread is held by the large hook and that the small hook has passed through the eye of the needle.

  • Page 30: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    2 Spool felt 3 Spool of thread When using special threads that quickly wind off the spool, place a net over the spool before sewing. Be sure to cut the net to match the size of the spool. 1 Net...

  • Page 31: Foot Controller

    2. Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing. 3. Release the foot controller to stop sewing. CAUTION Do not allow fabric pieces or dust to collect in the foot controller, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur.

  • Page 32: Sewing

    Selecting a stitch with the stitch guide ( The stitch guide can provide beginning sewers with help in selecting the appropriate stitch for the desired sewing application. An example of how the stitch guide can be used is shown below.
  • Page 33 6. Follow the instructions, and then press the NEXT key. 7. Follow the instructions, and then press the NEXT key. 8. Follow the instructions, and then press the NEXT key. 9. Follow the instructions, and then press the NEXT key.

  • Page 34: Stitch Width And Length Reference Chart

    Stitch width and length reference chart Stitch width [mm (inch)] Stitch length [mm (inch)] Stitch width [mm (inch)] Stitch length [mm (inch)] STITCH STITCH Auto Manual Auto Manual Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight [0.0 0.0–7.0 0.2–5.0 0.0–6.0 0.2–5.0 (Left needle position) (0)] (0–9/32)
  • Page 35 Stitch width [mm (inch)] Stitch length [mm (inch)] Stitch width [mm (inch)] Stitch length [mm (inch)] STITCH STITCH Auto Manual Auto Manual Auto Manual Auto Manual 0.0–7.0 1.0–4.0 2.5–7.0 0.1–1.0 (0–9/32) (3/32) (5/128–5/32) (9/32) (3/32–9/32) (1/64) (1/160–5/128) 1.5–7.0 0.2–4.0 Satin 2.5–7.0...

  • Page 36: Stitch Width & Length

    3. After making the adjustment, press the END key. Note – When sewing straight stitches with 4.5 mm or 5.0 mm length setting on fabric less than 5/128˝ (1.0 mm) thick, the stitch length automatically adjusts to 5/32˝ (4.0 mm) at the start of sewing in order to prevent gathering.

  • Page 37: Thread Tension

    THREAD TENSION Correct tension The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross at about the center of the fabric. If the thread tension is incorrectly set, flat attractive stitches will not be sewn or the fabric will pucker. The thread tension for each stitch is preset to the most appropriate setting.

  • Page 38: Operation Guide

    OPERATION OPERATION GUIDE GUIDE This sewing machine is equipped with a convenient guide that displays information and instructions on various operations, such as bobbin winding, upper threading, and LCD adjustment, making this machine easy to use. Example: To display the instructions for installing the bobbin 1.

  • Page 39: Automatic Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching

    Before sewing, turn on automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching to sew reverse stitches (stitches sewn in the reverse direction when sewing straight stitches) or reinforcement stitches (three stitches sewn on top of each other when sewing stitches other than straight stitches) automatically at both the beginning and the end of the stitching to secure it.

  • Page 40: Automatic Thread Cutting

    AUTOMATIC THREAD CUTTING Before sewing, turn on automatic thread cutting to cut the threads automatically at the end of sewing. This function is convenient when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. 1. Select a stitch. 2. Turn on automatic thread cutting by pressing...

  • Page 41: Basic Sewing

    1 Upper thread Note – You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. – Be sure to place the edge of the fabric at least 3 to 4 stitch lengths behind presser...
  • Page 42 The machine starts sewing at slow speed. Note – To pause sewing in order to turn or adjust the fabric, press the start/stop button. To restart sewing, press the start/stop button again. – If automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is turned on...

  • Page 43: Useful Sewing Skills

    USEFUL SEWING SKILLS Sewing corners When you reach the corner, leave the needle in the fabric, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric. Lower the presser foot lever and continue sewing. For stitches that are shorter than 13/64" (5.0 mm): Before you begin sewing, baste the corner.

  • Page 44: Sewing Thick Fabric

    Sewing a curve with a zigzag stitch Select a short stitch length in order to obtain a fine stitch and sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve. Note...

  • Page 45: Using The Needle Plate

    Using the needle plate Align the edge of the material with a line on the needle plate to sew even seam allowances.

  • Page 46: Utility Stitches

    1 Reverse stitches at beginning Note – Be sure to place the edge of the fabric at least 3 to 4 stitch lengths behind the presser foot so that the reverse/ reinforcement stitches can be sewn.

  • Page 47: Dart Sewing

    2. Press the start/stop button to stop stitching without sewing reverse stitches at the end of the seam, cut the threads, leaving about 2" (5.0 cm) of thread on the ends, and then tie the two threads together at each end.

  • Page 48: Gathering

    GATHERING, the stitch length automatically adjusts to 5/32" (4.0 mm) and a weak thread tension is automatically selected. 2. Attach presser foot J, and pull out about 2" (5.0 cm) of both the upper and bobbin threads. 1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 About 2"...

  • Page 49: Zipper Inserting (Center And Side Applications)

    If you pressed then ZIPPER INSERTION, the thread tension is automatically adjusted. 4. Attach the presser foot holder to the right pin of presser foot I, and topstitch around the zipper 25/64" (1.0 cm) from the edge of the pressed edge.

  • Page 50: Inserting A Side Zipper

    I). The thread tension automatically adjusts for presser foot I. 4. Attach the presser foot holder to the left pin of presser foot I, open the zipper, and then sew the bottom layer to the zipper from the top to base of the zipper.
  • Page 51 1 Wrong side of fabric 6. Turn the fabric over so that the right side of the fabric faces up, sew a straight stitch across the bottom of the zipper and along the left side to about 13/64" (5.0 cm) from the edge of the fabric.

  • Page 52: Pintuck Sewing

    PINTUCK SEWING 1 Straight (Mid) [straight stitch (center needle position)] 1. Mark the positions of the folds on the wrong side of the fabric. 1 Wrong side of fabric 2. Fold over the fabric and iron only along the folds.

  • Page 53: Flat-Fell Seam Sewing

    Sew flat-fell seams to reinforce seams and for neatly finishing edges. 1 Straight (Mid) [straight stitch (center needle position)] 1. Attach presser foot J, sew the seam, and then cut off half of the seam allowance from the one that will lie flat.

  • Page 54: Basting

    Pull about 2" (5.0 cm) of both the upper and lower threads out toward the rear of the machine. – The length of one stitch can be set between 13/64" and 1- 3/16" (5.0 and 30.0 mm).

  • Page 55: Zigzag Stitching

    Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching Fold over the desired width of the top fabric and position it over the lower fabric. Then, sew the zigzag stitch so that the stitching bridges both pieces of fabric.

  • Page 56: Overcasting

    5 for sewing stretch fabrics 6 for sewing stretch fabrics Utility stitches that display can be sewn using the side cutter. For details on installing and using the side cutter, refer to page 16. Sewing with Attach presser foot G, lower the presser foot lever, and then sew the overcasting with the fabric edge against the guide of presser foot G.

  • Page 57: Blind Hem Stitching

    1 Guide 2 Folded hem 3. With the STITCH WIDTH keys, adjust the needle position so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem, and then sew the fabric. 1 Needle drop point Note If automatic thread cutting and automatic...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Needle Position

    STITCH WIDTH keys adjust the needle position so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, press the STITCH WIDTH key to move the needle away from the fold.

  • Page 59: Buttonhole Stitching

    2. Attach buttonhole foot A and lower the presser foot lever, making sure that the upper thread passes underneath the buttonhole foot. 3. Pull out the button guide plate and insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole. 1 Button guide plate 4.
  • Page 60 6. Cut open the buttonhole. For normal buttonholes and rounded buttonholes: Insert a pin along the inside of one of the bar tacks, and then insert the seam ripper into the center of the buttonhole and cut towards the pin.

  • Page 61: Sewing Order Of Buttonholes

    , sew the buttonhole stitches over a gimp thread. 1. Hook the gimp thread onto the front end of presser foot A so that it fits into the grooves, and then temporarily tie it there. 2. Lower the presser foot lever and start sewing.

  • Page 62: Odd-Shaped Buttons That Do Not Fit Into The Button Guide Plate

    2 Standard buttonhole stitch length 3 Pressing STITCH LENGTH key shortens the bar tack stitch length. Note If the fabric does not feed (for example, because it is too thick), press the STITCH LENGTH key to increase the stitch length.

  • Page 63: Bar Tack Stitching

    BAR TACK STITCHING Use bar tacks to reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners, belt loops, or the tops of pleats. 1 Bar tack 1. After attaching the pocket according to the pattern’s instructions, attach buttonhole foot A and set the scale to the desired length of the bar tack.

  • Page 64: Sewing Bar Tacks On Thick Fabrics

    6. Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and then press the start/stop button to start the machine. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, and then stops. Note – If automatic thread cutting is turned on before you start sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement stitches are sewn.

  • Page 65: Darning

    “A”. Note If the buttonhole foot is not slid back as far as possible, the darning will not be sewn with the correct size. 4. Lower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Darning Width

    3 Pressing STITCH LENGTH key shortens the darning stitch length (makes it more dense). Note If the fabric does not feed (for example, because it is too thick), press the STITCH LENGTH key to increase the stitch length. Darning stitch cycle 1 Reinforcement stitches...

  • Page 67: Tape Attaching

    3. Place the tape on top of the seam that you have just sewn and secure it with pins. 4. Press and sew along the top of the tape.

  • Page 68: Eyelet Stitching

    EYELET STITCHING Use this stitch for making eyelets, such as on belts. 1 Eyelet 1. Press the STITCH ADJUST key, and then select the eyelet size. L (large): 9/32" (7.0 mm) M (medium): 15/64" (6.0 mm) S (small): 13/64" (5.0 mm) Shown in actual size.)

  • Page 69: Button Sewing

    5. Remove the fabric, leaving plenty of thread on the ends 6. From the wrong side of the fabric, pull the end of the bobbin thread to pull the upper thread through to the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 70: Attaching Four-Hole Buttons

    First, sew the two holes which are closest to you. Once they have been sewn, raise the presser foot lever, move the fabric so that the needle goes into the next two holes, and then sew them in the same way.

  • Page 71: Appliqué Stitching

    APPLIQUÉ STITCHING 1 Zigzag stitch 2 Appliqué 1. Use fabric glue or a basting stitch to attach the appliqué to the fabric. 1 Appliqué 2 Fabric glue Note The appliqué should be attached with fabric glue or a basting stitch so that it will not move during sewing.

  • Page 72: Appliqué Quilt Stitching

    5/256" (0.3 and 0.5 mm). 1 Seam margin (3/256" to 5/256" (0.3 to 0.5 mm)) 2. Cut a piece of thick paper to the exact size of the pattern, center it in the fabric, and then fold over the seam margin using an iron.

  • Page 73: Scallop Stitching

    SCALLOP STITCHING 1 Scallop stitch 1. Attach presser foot N, and sew scallop stitches along the edge of the fabric, making sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. 1 Right side of fabric Note If automatic thread cutting and automatic reverse/reinforcement...

  • Page 74: Smocking Stitching

    2. Sew straight stitches at intervals of 25/64" (1.0 cm). 1 About 25/64" (1.0 cm) 3. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, and then smooth the gathers by ironing them. 4. Attach presser foot J, press , and sew over the straight stitches.

  • Page 75: Patchwork Stitching

    PATCHWORK STITCHING 1 Patchwork stitch 1. Align the right sides of the two pieces of fabric and sew them together with a straight stitch. Open up the seam allowances [about 25/64" (1.0 cm)] and press them flat. 1 Straight stitch 2 Seam allowance 3 25/64"...

  • Page 76: Fagoting

    FAGOTING Use these stitches to sew decorative stitches across an open seam. 1 Fagoting 1. Baste the two pieces of fabric onto thin paper or a water- soluble stabilizer sheet. 1 Basting stitch 2 5/32" (0.4 cm) 3 Thin paper or stabilizer sheet 2.

  • Page 77: Decorative Stitching

    1 Right side of fabric Note Use a thin fabric. 3. Make sure that the needle drops slightly off the edge of the fabric, and then sew the shell tucks. 4. Unfold the fabric and iron the tucks down to one side.

  • Page 78: Heirloom Stitching

    A more attractive finish can be obtained if a wing needle (130/705H) is used. When a wing needle is used and the stitch width has been set manually, before starting to sew, carefully turn the balance wheel toward you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot.

  • Page 79: Hemstitching With

    Hemstitching with 1. Pull out four threads, leave an unfrayed section of five threads, and then pull out four more threads. The width of the five threads is approximately 5/32" (4.0 mm) or less. 1 Approx. 5/32" (4.0 mm) or less...

  • Page 80: My Custom Stitch

    2 End point 3 Intersection Note – Simplify the design so that it can be sewn as a continuous line. For a more attractive stitch, close the design by intersecting lines. – If the design will be repeated and linked, the start point and end point of the design should be at the same height.
  • Page 81 Stitch 00 12 00 00 Stitch 16 17 12 41 00 00 Stitch 31 32 45 47 11 13 Stitch 00 30 00 00 Stitch 16 17 24 18 10 13 Stitch 31 32 16 19 01 00 Stitch 00 03...

  • Page 82: Entering Stitch Data

    3 This number indicates the point indicated by within the stitch design. 4 Press this key to display a screen that allows you to change a set point. (Refer to page 81 for more details.) 6 7 8 5 Press this key to select whether one stitch or three stitches are sewn between two points.
  • Page 83 Press this key so that it appears as to sew the stitch design only one single time. 2 Press this key to return to the screen that allows you make changes to the entered data. If the stitch design will be repeated and linked, make sure that linking stitches are added so that the stitch designs will not overlap.

  • Page 84: Editing Stitch Data

    2 Press this key to move forward one point. 3 Press this key to move part of or all of the design. (Refer to page 82 for more details.) 4 Press this key to insert a point. (Refer to page 82 for more details.)

  • Page 85: Moving Part Or All Of The Design

    3. Press to move the selected section to the desired location, and then press the SET key. Inserting new points 1. Press to move to point at the beginning of the line that you wish to add a new point to.
  • Page 86 2. Press . A new point is inserted and moves to it. 3. Use the four arrow keys to move the point to the desired position.

  • Page 87: Storing A Stitch Design That You Have Created

    Once the pattern has been stored, the display will return to the previous screen. CAUTION Do not turn off the power while a pattern is being saved (while the message “Saving” is displayed). Otherwise, the data being stored may be deleted.

  • Page 88: Retrieving A Stitch Design That Has Been Saved

    1. Press the MEMORY key. 1 MEMORY key 2. Press the NEXT key twice. 1 If the desired pattern is not displayed on the screen, press the NEXT and PREV keys until the desired pattern is shown. 3. Press the RETRIEVE 3 key.

  • Page 89: Embroidering

    Installing embroidery foot Q CAUTION Be sure to turn off the power before attaching embroidery foot Q. If the power is left on and the start/stop button is accidentally pressed, the machine will start operating, which could result in serious injury.

  • Page 90: Installing The Embroidery Unit

    – The foot controller cannot be used when the embroidery unit is operational. – When the embroidery unit is not being used, always store it in its box and packing materials. – Do not carry the machine with the embroidery unit connected.

  • Page 91: Embroidering Screen

    Embroidering screen Press a key on the screen with your finger to select the pattern or to start the indicated function or operation. 1 Press the key showing the character font that you would like to use. 2 Press this key to embroider a frame.

  • Page 92: Creating Beautiful Embroidery

    Refer to the table below and the FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATIONS table on page 19 when selecting the appropriate fabric, thread and needle for creating attractive embroidery. Pattern slippage may occur when using fabric of different thicknesses or when using different types of stabilizers. Be sure to sew a test embroidery beforehand.

  • Page 93: Inserting The Fabric In The Embroidery Frame

    2-23/64" (6 cm) (W) (for embroidering initials) CAUTION – Depending on the size of the pattern and the position of the pattern to be embroidered, it may not be possible to use the medium and small frames. When using these frames, be sure to check the pattern layout on the screen (refer to page 98) before starting to embroider.
  • Page 94 6. Insert the fabric and inner frame back into the outer frame without allowing the embroidery sheet or the fabric to move out of place. 1 Outer frame 2 Inner frame 3 Right side of fabric Note Press down firmly until the tops of the outer frame and inner frame are aligned.

  • Page 95: Attaching The Embroidery Frame To The Embroidery Arm

    Attaching the embroidery frame to the embroidery arm CAUTION Be sure to wait until the embroidery unit has finished initializing before trying to attach the embroidery frame. (Refer to page 87.) 1. Raise the presser foot lever to its highest position, and then...

  • Page 96: Embroidering

    Embroidering multi-color patterns When the selected pattern can be embroidered using different colors of thread, the pattern appears on the screen separated into each color. The order of embroidering is shown from left to right.
  • Page 97 (3) is embroidered, and then the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches and stops. 4. Repeat step 3 to embroider the fourth (4), fifth (5) and sixth (6) parts of the pattern. 5. Trim off any excess thread.

  • Page 98: Embroidery Patterns

    (Refer to page 99.) 2 When a lot of text has been typed in, some of the text cannot be viewed on the screen. Press this key to scroll the entered text across the screen so that it can be checked. (Refer to page 98.) 3 Press this key to return to the previous screen containing more characters.
  • Page 99 Example: To select characters to create the word “BUS” 1. Press 2. Press the B key. 3. Press the NEXT key. 4. Press the U key. 5. Press the S key.

  • Page 100: Typing Uppercase & Lowercase Characters

    Typing uppercase & lowercase characters Two of the fonts can be typed in with both uppercase and lowercase characters. Press to switch between uppercase and lowercase. When this key appears as , uppercase letters can be typed in. When the key appears as , lowercase letters can be typed in.

  • Page 101: Checking The Text

    Checking the text After a lot of text has been typed in, it may not be possible to view some of it on the screen. Press the CHECK key for the entire text to scroll across the screen. Example: When “abcdefghijk” have been...

  • Page 102: Editing Text

    1. Press the CLEAR key twice to delete “l” then “e”. 2. Press the r key, and then press the l key. Changing the color of each character in the text Before starting to embroider, press the MULTI COLOR key so that it appears as to turn on multi-color embroidering.

  • Page 103: Creating Frame Patterns

    4 Press this key to return to the screen where the pattern was selected (step 2 above). 5 If the frame pattern can be embroidered using different colors of thread, the embroidering order of each part of the pattern is shown from left to right.

  • Page 104: Selecting One-Point Patterns

    6 Press this key to display the thread color names instead of each part of the pattern. (The thread colors that are displayed are for reference only.) If the THREAD COLOR key is not displayed, it is not possible to display the color names.

  • Page 105: Displaying The Thread Color Names

    – If the THREAD COLOR key is not displayed, it is not possible to display the color names. Selecting patterns from a memory card 1. Set the main power switch to “O” to turn off the sewing machine. 2. Hold the memory card so that the arrow on...
  • Page 106 3. Set the main power switch to “I” to turn on the sewing machine. CAUTION – Do not insert the card in any direction other than that described above, and do not force it into the slot, otherwise the card or the machine may be damaged.

  • Page 107: Changing The Pattern Setting

    Editing the layout of the pattern The position for embroidering the pattern can be changed by using the layout screen. This is useful if you want to embroider a pattern somewhere other than the center of the embroidery area of the frame, such as in the corner of the fabric.

  • Page 108: Changing The Embroidering Position

    CAUTION After moving a pattern, check that it fits within the installed embroidery frame. (Refer to page 107 for more details.) If the pattern does not fit correctly within the embroidery frame, the embroidery foot may touch the frame, possibly causing injuries.

  • Page 109: Changing The Pattern Direction

    Note Some patterns may be too long to be rotated 90°. In such cases, these patterns can only be rotated by 180°. Mirror imaging patterns Press so that it appears as flip the pattern horizontally.

  • Page 110: Embroidering From A Specific Starting Point

    . The embroidery frame moves so that the needle is at the starting point. 3. Use the arrow keys to move the frame so that the mark on the fabric aligns with the hole in embroidery foot Q, and then start embroidering.

  • Page 111: Changing The Size Of Patterns

    2. Press 3. Change the size of the pattern. 1 Press this key to make the pattern larger. 2 Press this key to return the pattern to its original size. 3 Press this key to make the pattern smaller. Note –...

  • Page 112: Changing The Thread Density

    Changing the thread density The thread density of characters and some frame patterns can be adjusted so that they are either coarser or finer when they are embroidered. Note This function may not be available for use with some patterns.

  • Page 113: Memory

    MEMORY You can save up to 5 different character patterns that you have created and use them again later. Saving character combinations in the memory To save the character pattern Example: “Girl” in memory address 1 1. Select a font, and then type in the text to create the pattern.

  • Page 114: Retrieving A Pattern Which Has Been Saved

    The retrieved pattern appears on the screen and can be edited and embroidered. Note Patterns which are saved from an embroidery card can only be retrieved if the card containing that pattern has been inserted into the card slot of the sewing machine.

  • Page 115: Adjustments While Embroidering

    Continuing embroidering If one of the threads break or if you stop the sewing machine to adjust the stitching location, you may need to continue sewing from a point other than the current one. In that case, the help screen can be used to find your desired stitch in the pattern.

  • Page 116: Embroidering Again From The Beginning

    Embroidering again from the beginning 1. Press the HELP key. 2. Press the HOME key. The embroidery frame moves so that the needle returns to the embroidering starting point. 3. Lower the presser foot lever and start embroidering.

  • Page 117: Embroidery Applications

    EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Linking characters If all of the characters cannot be sewn at one time, sew them in sections while linking them. Example: To embroider “ABC”, then link “DE” 1. Select a font and type in “ABC”. 2. Press the SET key, then the LAYOUT key to display the layout screen.

  • Page 118: Using The Extra-Large Embroidery Frame (Optional)

    8 Center of the pattern (when installed at position 3) Note When using the extra-large embroidery frame, be sure that there are no objects within 30 cm from the sewing machine, otherwise a misaligned embroidered pattern or injuries may occur.
  • Page 119 Connecting patterns Example: To embroider connecting patterns 1. Mark the location on the fabric where you wish to embroider the design. 2. Position the embroidery sheet over the entire design drawn on the fabric so that the reference lines of the embroidery sheet align with the center of the design, and then draw reference lines for the entire design.
  • Page 120 Note When combining patterns from embroidery cards no. 14 and 31: With the extra-large embroidery frame attached at any of the three installation positions (top, middle, or bottom), patterns A, B, and C can be combined and embroidered. Pattern A: Before embroidering, press the LAYOUT key, press...
  • Page 121 (refer to page 106). Press so that it appears as 6. Use the arrow keys to align the needle with the point where the reference lines cross each other, and then begin embroidering. 2 Do not cut the thread after embroidering "ABCDEF".

  • Page 122: Combining A Frame Pattern With A Design

    Combining a frame pattern with a design 1. Create a frame pattern, and then embroider it. A cross (+) is sewn in the center of the frame after it is embroidered. This mark can be used as a guide for positioning characters or other patterns within the frame.

  • Page 123: Embroidering Appliqués (Using A Frame Pattern)

    Embroidering appliqués (using a frame pattern) You can easily sew appliqués by adjusting frame patterns to the same shape and size as the appliqué. 1. Select the appliqué material for the project, attach stabilizer material to it, place it in the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame to the machine.

  • Page 124: Embroidering Onto Small Pieces Of Fabric Or In Corners

    Embroidering onto small pieces of fabric or in corners Use stabilizer material to provide extra support while embroidering. After embroidering is completed, carefully remove the stabilizer material. Use stabilizer material which is specially designed for embroidering. Case A 1 Fabric 2 Iron on the stabilizer material.

  • Page 125: Maintenance

    Disconnect the power supply cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents. Cleaning the machine surface...
  • Page 126 1. Set the main power switch to “ O ”, and then remove the presser foot holder and the needle. 2. Loosen the screws with the enclosed screwdriver or disc-shaped screwdriver. 3. Remove the needle plate. 1 Needle plate 4. Turn the balance wheel towards you until the...

  • Page 127: Changing The Light Bulb

    CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB 1. Set the main power switch to “ O ” and unplug the power supply cord from the electrical outlet prior. 2. Loosen the screw on the back of the sewing machine head. 3. Remove the end cap.

  • Page 128: Error Messages

    ERROR MESSAGES If the machine is not properly set when the start/stop button is pressed, or if a correction of your operating procedure is required, the machine will not start and will instruct you with an alarm and a warning message on the LCD.
  • Page 129 This message appears when the machine detects that either there is no upper thread or it is cut. If the upper thread is cut, re- thread it. This message appears when the FONT/DECORATIVE key or MEMORY key is pressed while the embroidery unit is not installed.
  • Page 130 This message appears when the entered characters are too long to fit within the embroidery frame. More characters may be added if the pattern is rotated 90 degrees. This message appears when you try to save a pattern design...

  • Page 131: Operation Messages

    This message appears when trying to retrieve a pattern from one memory card while a different memory card is inserted. This message appears if an attempt is made to move the embroidery frame while the needle is lowered. This message appears when the size of the pattern is changed so that it exceeds the size of the embroidery area.

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This sewing machine is equipped with an easy-to-use troubleshooting feature, which provides assistance when there is a problem sewing. Press the corresponding key for the problem to see possible causes of the problem. 1. Press the OPERATION GUIDE button.

  • Page 133: Thread And Stitch Problems

    Thread and stitch problems Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem persists, contact the store where the sewing machine was purchased or your nearest service representative. Symptom Probable cause Remedy 1. Upper thread breaks 1. Upper threading is not correct.

  • Page 134: Mechanical Problems

    COMBINATIONS” chart on page 19. 4. Fabric is pulled too much. 4. Sew without pulling fabric; just guide it. 3. Machine is noisy, or running at a slow 1. Dust is clinging to bottom of needle 1. Remove dust by cleaning with a brush.

  • Page 135: Sewing Chart

    Zigzag Overcasting, Darning of stitch patchwork thick fabrics Attaching tape to Overcasting (medium, Tape thin and medium thick and stretch fabrics), attaching stretch fabrics tape attaching, darning Elastic zigzag For making Overcasting (medium and stretch fabrics), tape Eyelet eyelet on belt, attaching, darning etc.
  • Page 136 Decorative Decorative hems stitching Decorative Decorative hems stitching Satin stitch Decorative stitching Decorative for cuffs made from hems stretch fabrics Decorative Decorative stitching Decorative for cuffs made from hems stretch fabrics Decorative stitching Decorative stitching of thin to medium stretch fabrics...
  • Page 137 If automatic thread cutting and automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching are turned on before you start sewing, pressing just the start/stop button automatically sews reverse stitches before sewing. In addition, pressing the reverse/reinforcement stitch button at the end of the stitching automatically sews reverse stitches, trims the threads and stops the machine.

  • Page 138: Patterns (Programmed In Machine)

    PATTERNS (PROGRAMMED IN MACHINE) Utility stitches Character embroidering Sizes: L 30 mm (1-3/16”), M 15 mm (9/16”), S 7.5 mm (1/4”) (Approximate size)

  • Page 139: Frame Pattern Embroidering

    Frame pattern embroidering Sizes can be enlarged or reduced. Frames Stitches Floral alphabet 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..

  • Page 140: One-Point Pattern Embroidering

    1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 1 ..017 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..513 2 ..513 3 ..205 3 ..070 3 ..

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