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Instruction manualMarie curie
1867-1934
Physicist

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Important safety instructions
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including
the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:1.		 An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
2.		 Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using andbefore cleaning.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric

shock, or injury to persons:
1.		

Read the instruction carefully before you use the machine

2.		

Keep the instructions at a suitable place close to the machine and hand it over
if you give the machine to a third party.

3.		

Use the machine only in dry locations.

4.		

Never leave the machine unattended with children or elderly people due tothey may not be able to estimate the risk.

5.		

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above andpersons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack ofexperience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

6.		

Children shall not play with the appliance.

7.		

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.

8.

Always switch off the machine if you carry out preparation for work (change theneedle, feed the yarn through the machine, change the footer, etc.).

9.		

Always unplug the machine if you leave it unattended, to avoid injury byexpediently switch on the machine.

10.		

Always unplug the machine if you changing the lamp or carry out maintenance(oiling, cleaning).

11.		

Don't use the machine if it’s wet or in humid environment.

12.		

Never pull at the cord, always unplug the machine by gripping the plug.

13.		

If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.
314.		

Never place anything on the pedal.

15.		

Never use the machine if the air vents are blocked, keep the air vents of themachine and the foot pedal free from dust, fusel and leftovers.

16.		

The machine must only be used with designated foot controller, in order toavoid a hazard. If the foot controller is damaged or broken, it must be replacedby the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person.

17.		

The power cord of the foot controller can not be replaced. If the power cord isdamaged the foot controller must be disposed18.

The sound pressure level at normal operation is smaller than 75dB(A).

19.		

Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use
separate collection facilities.

20.		

Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems
available.

21.

If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous
substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain,damaging your health and well-being.

22.		

When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is legally obligatedto take back your old appliance for disposal at least for free of charge.

23.

The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction. (For outside Europe)

24.

Children being supervised not to play with the appliance. (For outside Europe)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSThis sewing machine is intended for household use only.
Be sure to use the sewing machine in the temperature range from 5ºC to 40ºC. If thetemperature is excessively low, the machine can fail to operate normally.

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Contents
Principal parts of the machine.......................................................................7
Accessories...................................................................................................8
Connecting the machine................................................................................9
Sewing table................................................................................................ 10Free arm............................................................................................................. 19

Winding the bobbin..................................................................................11-13

Inserting the bobbin................................................................................ 14-15
Threading the upper thread.................................................................... 16-18
Raising the bobbin thread............................................................................ 19
Replacing the needle................................................................................... 20
Matching needle/ fabric/ thread................................................................... 21
Changing the presser foot...........................................................................22
Two-step presser foot lifter..........................................................................23
Thread tension........................................................................................24-25
How to choose your pattern......................................................................... 25
Useful skills.............................................................................................26-28
Starting to sew......................................................................................................... 26
Sewing corners................................................................................................... 26
Sewing curves.................................................................................................... 26
Reverse............................................................................................................... 27
Cutting the thread............................................................................................... 27
Sewing thin fabrics............................................................................................. 28
Sewing stretch fabrics........................................................................................ 28

Straight stitches........................................................................................... 28
3-step zigzag...............................................................................................29
Overcasting stitches....................................................................................30
Using the all purpose foot................................................................................... 30

Blind Hem.................................................................................................... 31
Buttonhole stitch.....................................................................................32-33

Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics.................................................................... 33

Button sewing..............................................................................................34
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Contents
Zipper insertion..................................................................................................35-37
Inserting a centered zipper................................................................................. 35
Inserting a side zipper........................................................................................ 36

Gathering.....................................................................................................38
Free motion darning, embroidery and monogramming......................... 38-40

Darning............................................................................................................... 38
Preparation for embroidering and monogramming............................................ 39
Monogramming.................................................................................................. 40

Applique...................................................................................................... 41
Scallop stitching.......................................................................................... 42

Shell tuck stitching................................................................................................... 42
Scallop stitching....................................................................................................... 42

Maintenance................................................................................................43

Trouble shooting guide.......................................................................... 44-46
Disposal..............................................................................................................46

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Principal parts of the machine
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1. Thread take-up lever
2. Tension dial
3. Face plate
4. Thread cutter
5. Needle plate
6. Sewing table and accessory box
7. Bobbin winder spindle
8. Bobbin winder stopper
9. Pattern selector dial
10. Reverse sewing lever
11. Needle clamp screw
12. Presser foot13. Spool pin
14. Thread guide15. Handwheel
16. Power switch
17. Main plug socket
18. Bobbin thread guide
19. Handle
20. Presser foot lifter

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Accessories
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Standard
1. All purpose foot
2. Zipper foot3. Buttonhole foot
4. Darning plate
5. L-screwdriver
6. Seam ripper/ brush
7. Spool pin felt (2x)8. Pack of needles
9. Bobbin (3x)

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Optional*
10. Quilting foot11. Overcasting foot12. Hemmer foot13. Blind hem foot14. Satin stitch foot15. Darning/ embroidery foot16. Button sewing foot17. Edge/ quilting guide18. Soft cover18

Please Note:- Accessories are stored inside the accessory box.
* Optional accessories are not supplied with this machine; they are however
available as special accessories from your local dealer.

8Connecting machine to power source
Attention:
Always make sure that the machineis unplugged from power source andthe main switch is on ("O") when themachine is not in use and before
inserting or removing parts.
Before connecting the power supply,
make sure that the voltage and thefrequency shown on the rating plate
conform to your mains power. Place themachine on a stable table.
1. Connect the machine to a powersource as illustrated.
2. Turn on the power switch.
3. The sewing lamp will light up when
the switch is turned on.
Foot Control
With the sewing machine turned off,
insert the foot control plug into its
connector on the sewing machine.
Turn on the sewing machine, and thenslowly depress the foot control to start
sewing. Release the foot control to stop
the sewing machine.
Note:
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt
as to connect the machine to the powersource.

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Sewing table
Hold the sewing table horizontally, thenpull toward the left to remove it from themachine.
Attach the sewing table, and then push
it to the right.

The inside of the snap-in sewing table
is used as an accessory box.

Free arm
Free-arm sewing is convenient for
sewing tubular areas such as panthems and cuffs.

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Winding the bobbin

1.

Place the thread and spool holder
onto the spool pin.

2.

Draw the thread from the spool
through the upper thread guide.

3.

Wind the thread clockwise aroundthe bobbin winder tension discs.

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Winding the bobbin
4.

1

Place the thread end through oneof the inner holes as illustrated
and place the empty bobbin on thespindle.

2

1 Notch2 Bobbin winder shaft spring

5.

Push the bobbin to the right.

6.

Hold the thread tail securely in one
hand.

7.

Press on the foot control to startwinding the bobbin.

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Winding the bobbin
8.

After the bobbin has wound a few
turns stop the machine and cut thethread near the hole of the bobbin.
Continue filling the bobbin until it isfull. Once the spool is full, it rotatesslowly. Release the pedal or stop
the machine. Push the bobbin
winder spindle to the left.

Note:
Use a bobbin that has been correctly
wound with thread, otherwise theneedle may break or the thread tension
will be incorrect.

9.

Cut the thread and then remove thebobbin.

Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle isplaced on the right, "bobbin winding
position", the machine will not sew andthe handwheel will not turn. To start
sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle
to the left "sewing position".

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Inserting the bobbin
Attention:
Turn the power switch to off ("O") before
inserting or removing the bobbin.
When inserting or removing the bobbin,
the needle must be fully raised.
Remove the sewing table, then open
the hinged cover.

Pull the bobbin case by the hinged
latch.
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1 Hinged latch

Remove the bobbin from the bobbin
case.
Hold the bobbin case with one hand.
Insert the bobbin so that the threadruns in a clockwise direction (arrow).

Pull the thread through the slit andunder the finger.
Leave a 6 inch tail of thread.
Make sure the bobbin case finger fits
into the notch at the top of the race as
illustrated.

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Inserting the bobbin
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1 Bobbin case finger
2 NotchHold the bobbin case by the hinged
latch.
Note:
If the bobbin case is not properly placedback into the machine, it will fall out off
the shuttle immediately after starting to
sew.

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Threading the upper thread
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Please Note:
It is important to carry out the threading
correctly otherwise sewing problems
may result.
1.
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Raise the needle to its highest
position by turning the handwheel
towards you (counterclockwise)
so that the mark on the
handwheel points directly up.
Raise the presser foot to release
the tension discs.
1 Mark on the handwheel

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Threading the upper thread2.

Place the thread and spool holder
onto the spool pin.

3.

Draw the thread from the spool
through the upper thread guide.

4.

Guide the thread around the thread
guide as illustrated.

5.

Thread the tension module bypassing the thread between thesilver discs.

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Threading the upper thread
6.

Then, down and around the checkspring holder.

7.

At the top of this movement pass
the thread from right to left throughthe slotted eye of the take-up lever
and then downwards again.

8.

Now pass the thread behind thethin wire needle clamp guide.
Pull the end of the thread throughthe needle from front to rear andpull out about 10 cm of thread. Use
the needle threader to thread theneedle.

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Raising the bobbin thread1

Hold the upper thread with the left
hand. Turn the handwheel towards you(counterclockwise) lowering it, then raise
the needle.
1 Mark on the handwheel

Note:
If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread,
make sure the thread is not trapped by
the hinged cover or the sewing table.

Gently pull on the upper thread to bring
the bobbin thread up through the needle
plate hole.

Lay both threads to the back under thepresser foot.

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Replacing the needle
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Attention:
Turn the power switch to off ("O")
when carrying out any of the above
operations!
Change the needle regularly, especiallywhen it shows signs of wear or causes
problems.
Insert the needle following theillustrated instructions.
1.

2.

Turn the handwheel towards you(counterclockwise) lowering, thenraising the needle. Turn the needle
clamp screw counterclockwise toremove the needle. The flat sideof the shaft should be positioned
towards the back.
Insert the needle as far up as it
goes. Next, tighten the needle
clamp.

Needles must be in perfect condition.

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Problems can occur with:
1 Bent needles
2 Blunt needles
3 Damaged points

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Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
NEEDLESIZE

FABRICSTHREAD

9-11 (65-75)

Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons,
voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana,
interlocks, cotton knits, tricot,
jerseys, crepes, woven polyester,
shirt & blouse fabrics.

Light-duty thread in cotton,nylon, polyester or cotton
wrapped polyester.

11-14 (80-90)

Medium weight fabrics-cotton,
satin, kettleclote, sailcloth,
double knits, lightweightwoollens.

Most threads sold are
medium size and suitable
for these fabrics andneedle sizes.

14 (90)Medium weight fabrics-cotton
duck, woolen, heavier knits,
terrycloth, denim.

Use polyester threads on
synthetic materials andcotton on natural woven
fabrics for best results.

16 (100)

Heavyweight fabrics-canvas,
woolens, outdoor tent andquilted fabrics, denim, upholsterymaterial (light to medium).

Always use the same
thread on top and bottom.

Please Note:- In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, thicker
threads and needles are used for sewing heavy fabrics.
- Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used
for actual sewing.
- Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.
- Use a stabilizer or place a backing for fine or stretchy fabrics, and select thecorrect presser foot.
- It is recommended that a 90/14 needle should be used when embroidering on
heavyweight fabrics or stabilizing products (for example, denim, puffy foam, etc.).
A 75/11 needle may bend or break, which could result in injury.
- For transparent nylon thread, always use needle 90/14 - 100/16. The same
thread is usually used for the bobbin thread and upper threading.

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Changing the presser footAttention:
Turn the power switch to off ("O") whencarrying out any of the below operations!
Removing the presser footRaise the presser foot.
Push the presser foot to disengage itfrom the cut-out.

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1 Cut-out
2 presser footAttaching the presser footInstall the pin of the presser foot into the
cut-out of the presser foot holder.
1 Cut-out
2 Pin

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Removing and attaching the presser
foot holder
Raise the presser foot bar. Align thepresser foot holder with the lower left
side of the presser bar. Hold the presser
foot holder, then tighten the screw using
the screwdriver.
1 Presser foot bar
2 Presser foot holder

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Two-step presser foot lifter
1. The presser foot lifter raises andlowers your presser foot.
2. When sewing several layers or
thick fabrics, the presser foot canbe raised a second stage for easy
positioning of the work.
Please Note:
The needle must always be at thehighest position.

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Thread tension- Basic thread tension setting: "4"- To increase the tension, turn the dial
up to the next number. To reduce thetension, turn the dial down to the next
number.
- Proper setting of tension is importantfor good sewing.
- For all decorative sewing you will
always obtain a nicer stitch and lessfabric puckering when the upperthread appears on the bottom side ofyour fabric.
- There is no single tension setting
appropriate for all the stitch functions
and fabrics.
1

Normal thread tension for straight stitch
sewing.
1 Surface
2 Reverse side
3 Upper thread
4 Bobbin thread

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4

Thread tension is too loose for straight
stitch sewing. Turn the dial to the higher
number.

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Thread tension
Thread tension is too tight for straight
stitch sewing. Turn the dial to the lower
number.

Normal thread tension for zig zag anddecorative sewing.
Correct thread tension is when a small
number of the upper thread appears on
the bottom side of fabric.

How to choose your pattern
To select a stitch, simply turn thepattern selector dial. The patternselector dial may be turned ineither directions.

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For straight stitch, select pattern"        " with the pattern selector
dial.

Stitch patterns
2

For zigzag stitch, select pattern"" with the pattern selector  
dial.

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1 Reverse lever
2 Pattern selector dials25

Useful skills
Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described
below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project.
A trial piece of fabric should be sewn because, depending on the type of fabric andstitching being sewn, the desired results may not be achieved.
For the trial sewing, use a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as thoseused for your project and check the thread tension.
Since the results differ depending on the type of stitching and the number of layers
of fabric sewn, perform the trial sewing under the same conditions that will be usedwith your project.

Starting to sew
Raise the presser foot and place thefabric under the foot.
Lower the needle into the fabric.
Lower the presser foot and smooth thethreads toward the back. Depress thefoot control.

Sewing corners
1. Stop the sewing machine when you
reach a corner.
2. Lower the needle into the fabric.
3. Raise the presser foot.
4. Use the needle as a pivot and turnthe fabric.
5. Lower the presser foot and resume
sewing.

Sewing curves
Slightly change the sewing direction to
sew around the curve.

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Useful skills
When sewing along a curve while using
a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch
length in order to obtain a finer stitch.

Reverse
Reverse stitching is used to secure thethreads at the beginning and at the endof a seam.
Press the reverse sewing lever and sew
4-5 stitches.
The machine will sew forward when the
button is released.

Cutting the thread
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Bring the thread take up lever to its
highest position, raise the presser footand remove the fabric.
Guide both threads to the side of theface plate and into the thread cutter.
Pull the threads down to cut them.
1 Thread cutter27

Useful skills
Sewing thin fabrics

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When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching
may become misaligned or the fabricmay not feed correctly. If this occurs,
place thin paper or stabilizer material
under the fabric and sew it together
with the fabric. When you have finishedsewing, tear off any excess paper.
1 Stabilizer material or paper

Sewing stretch fabrics
Baste the pieces of fabric together, andthen sew without stretching the fabric.
1 Basting1

Straight stitches
To begin sewing, set the machine forstraight stitch.
Place the fabric under the presser footwith the fabric edge lined up with thedesired seam guide line on the needle
plate.

Lower the presser foot lifter and thenpress the foot control to start sewing.

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3-step zigzag
Sewing on lace and elastic, darning,mending, reinforcing edges.
Set the machine as illustrated.
Place the patch in position. The stitch
length can be shortened to produce
very close stitches.
When mending tears, it is advisable
to use a piece of backing fabric asreinforcement. The stitch density canbe varied by adjusting the stitch length.
First sew over the center and thenoverlap on both sides. Depending on
the type of fabric and damage, sew
between 3 and 5 rows.
Sewing elastic
Place the elastic on the fabric.
As you sew, stretch the elastic bothahead and behind the presser foot as
illustrated.

Joining fabric
The elastic stitch can be used to join twopieces of fabric together and it is very
effective when sewing knitted fabrics. Ifnylon thread is used, the stitch will not
be visible.
Place the edges of the two pieces offabric together and center them under
the presser foot.
Sew them together using the elastic
stitch, taking care to keep the two fabricedges close together as illustrated.

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Overcasting stitches
Sewing overcasting stitches along the edge of fabric prevent it from fraying.

Using the all purpose foot1

Change the presser foot to the all
purpose foot.
Sewing the overcasting along the edgeof the fabric so that the needle drops
over the edge of the fabric on the rightside.
1 Needle drop point30

Blind Hem
Secure the bottom of skirts and pants with a blind hem, this stitch will sew without
stitches showed on the right side of the fabric.
Blind hem for stretch fabrics.
Blind hem for firm fabrics.

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Fold the fabric as illustrated with thereverse side up.
First carry out an overcasting stitch as
shown in left picture.

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Please Note:
It takes practice to sew blind hem.
Always make a sewing test first.
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1 5mm

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2 Reverse side
3 Overcasting stitch

Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the
handwheel forwards until the needle
swings fully to the left. It should justpierce the fold of the fabric.

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1 Needle drop point

Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully
along the edge of the guide.

Turn over the fabric.
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1 Reverse side
2 Right side1

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Buttonhole stitch
Buttonholes can be adapted to the size of the button.
For stretch fabric or thin fabric, it is recommended to use a stabilizer for a better
buttonhole finish.
Please Note:
Before sewing a buttonhole on yourproject, practice on a scrap piece of thesame type of fabric.

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- Measure the diameter and thickness ofthe button and add 3mm (1/8 inch) for
bartacks in order to obtain the correct
buttonhole length; mark the buttonhole
size on the fabric.
- Place the fabric under the foot, so thatthe marking on the buttonhole footaligns with starting marking on fabric.
Lower the foot so that the buttonhole
center line marked on the fabric aligns
with the center of the buttonhole foot.
1 Buttonhole size
2 Buttonhole foot center
3 3mm (1/8 inch)

Follow the 4-step sequence changing
from one step to another with the patternselector dial. When moving step by step
through the buttonhole process, be surethat the needle is raised before turning
the pattern selector dial to the next step.
Take care not to sew too many stitches insteps 2 and 4. Use the seam ripper andcut the buttonhole open from both ends
towards the middle.
Tips :- Slightly reduce the upper threadtension to produce better results.
- Use a backing for fine or stretchy
fabrics.
- It is advisable to use heavy thread or
cord for stretch or knit fabrics.

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Buttonhole stitch
Cut the center of the buttonhole being
careful not to cut any stitches on eitherside. Use a pin on the buttonhole so you
do not cut too many stitches.
Please Note:
When cutting the buttonhole with theseam ripper, do not place your hands inthe cutting direction, otherwise injuries
may result.

Making a buttonhole on stretch
fabrics
When sewing buttonholes on stretch
fabric, hook heavy thread or cord underthe buttonhole foot.
Attach the buttonhole foot and hookthe gimp thread onto the back of thepresser foot.
Bring the two gimp thread ends tothe front of the foot and insert theminto the grooves, then tie them there
temporarily. Lower the presser foot andstart sewing.
The zig-zag should sew over the heavy
thread or cord.
Once sewing is completed, pull the
gimp thread gently to remove any slack,then trim off any excess.
Please Note:
It is suggested that you use interfacing
on the backside of the fabric.

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Button sewing

Install the darning plate.
Position the work under the foot.
Align two holes of the button with the slotof the presser foot and lower the foot tohold the button securely.
Turn the handwheel to check that theneedle goes cleanly into the left and righthole of the button.
Make sure that the needle does not hit
the button during sewing, otherwise theneedle may break.
Sew approximately 10 stitches at slow
speed.
Raise the foot and cut the remaining
threads about 10 cm from the fabric.
Pull the end of the upper thread to theback of the fabric, then tie it with thebobbin thread.
If a shank is required  (ex. sew on coatsor jackets), place a darning needle on topof the button and sew.
For buttons with 4 holes, sew throughthe front two holes first, push the work
forward and then sew through the backtwo holes.
Remove the darning plate.

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Zipper insertion
This foot can be set to sew on each side of the zipper, the edge of the foot guides
the zipper to ensure straight placement.
Attention:
Zipper foot should be used for sewing
straight stitches only. It is possible thatthe needle could hit the presser footand break when sewing other patterns.

Inserting a centered zipper

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- Place the right sides of the fabric
together. Sew a bottom seam 2cm
from the right edge of the zipper
bottom stop position. Sew a few
stitches in reverse to lock. Increase
the stitch length to maximum, set
the tension below 2 and baste theremaining length of the fabric.
- Press open the seam allowance.
Place the zipper face down on
the seam allowance with the teeth
against the seam line. Baste thezipper tape.
2cm
5mm
3 Reverse stitches
4 Basting stitching
5 Reverse side1
2

- Attach the zipper foot. Attach theright side of the presser foot pin to
the holder when sewing the left sideof the zipper.
- Attach the left side of the presser footpin to the presser foot holder whensewing the right side of the zipper.

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Zipper insertion- Stitching around the zipper.
Please Note:
When sewing, be sure that the needle
does not touch the zipper, otherwise
the needle may bend or break.
- Remove the basting and press.

Inserting a side zipper

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- Place the right sides of the fabric
together. Sew a bottom seam 2cm
from the right edge of the zipper
bottom stop position. Sew a few
stitches in reverse to lock. Increase
the stitch length to maximum, set
the tension below 2 and baste theremaining length of the fabric.
- Fold back to the left  the seamallowance. Turn under the right theseam allowance to form a 3mm fold.
1 2cm
2 5mm
3 3mm
4 Reverse stitches
5 Basting stitching
6 Reverse side

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Zipper insertion- Attach the zipper foot. Attach theright side of the presser foot pin to theholder when sewing the left side of
the zipper. Attach the left side of thepresser foot pin to the presser footholder when sewing the right side of
the zipper.
- Sew the zipper to the piece of fabricwith the extra 3 mm (1/8 inch),
starting from the base of the zipper.
When you are about 5 cm (2 inches)from the end of the zipper, stop thesewing machine with the needle
lowered (in the fabric), raise thepresser foot lever, and then open thezipper and continue sewing.
- Turn the fabric right side out, stitch
across the lower end and the rightside of the zipper.
- Stop about 5cm (2 inches) from the
top of the zipper. Remove the bastingand open the zipper. Stitch theremaining of the seam.

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Gathering
Ideal for clothing as well as home decor. It works best on thin to medium weightfabrics.

- Set the pattern selection dial tostraight stitch.
- Loosen the tension of the upperthread so that the lower thread lies on
the underside of the material.
- Sew a single row (or many rows) of
straight stitches.
- Pull the lower threads to gather thematerial.

Free motion darning, embroidery andmonogramming
Install the darning plate.

Darning- Turn the stitch selector to straight
stitch, center the needle position.
- Position the fabric to be darned under
the presser foot together with theunder laying fabric to be used.
- Lower the presser foot and sew
alternately forward and reverse using
the lever.
- Repeat this motion until the area
to be darned is filled with rows of
stitches.
For reverse sewing instructions, seepage 27.

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Free motion darning, embroidery andmonogramming
Preparation for embroideringand monogramming* Embroider hoop is not included withthe machine.
- Install the darning plate, see page 35.
- Remove the presser foot and thepresser foot holder.
- Draw the desired lettering or design on
the right side of the fabric.
- Stretch the fabric between theembroidery hoop as firmly as possible.
- Place the fabric under the needle.
Make sure the presser foot bar is down
to its lowest position.
- Turn the balance wheel towards you tobring up the lower thread through thefabric. Sew a few securing stitches atthe starting point.
- Hold the hoop with thumb andforefinger of both hands while pressing
the material with the middle and third
finger and supporting the outside of
the hoop with your small finger.

Caution:
Keep fingers away from moving parts,
especially needles.

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Free motion darning, embroidery andmonogramming
Monogramming
Install the darning plate, see page 35.
Sew at constant speed, moving theembroidery hoop slowly along thelettering.
When the letter is finished secure withreinforcement stitches at the end of thedesign.

Embroidery
Install the darning plate, see page 35.
Stitch along the outline of the design
moving the embroidery hoop. Make
sure to maintain a constant speed.
Fill in the design working from theoutline towards the inside. Keep thestitches close together.
You will get longer stitches by moving
the hoop faster and shorter stitches bymoving the hoop slower.
Secure with reinforcement stitches atthe end of the design.

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Cut out the applique design and baste iton the fabric.
Sew slowly around the edge of thedesign.
1 Basting

Trim the excess material outside thestitching. Make sure not to cut any
stitches.
Remove the basting thread.

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Scallop stitching
The wave-shaped repeating pattern, that looks like shells, is called "scalloping". It
is used to decorate the collar of blouses and the edges of knitting projects.

Shell tuck stitching

Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, forexample).
Fold and stitch on the bias.
When the needle swings to the right,
allow the needle to just clear the foldededge of the fabric.

After stitching, open the fabric and ironpress the tucks flat to one side.

Scallop stitching

Stitch along the edge of the fabric,making sure not to sew directly on theedge of the fabric.
For better results, apply spray starch
onto the fabric and press with a hot iron
before it is sewn.
Trim along the stitches, be careful not to
cut the stitches.

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MaintenanceAttention:
When cleaning the machine, it must
always be disconnected from theelectricity supply.
Remove the stitch plate:Turn the handwheel until the needle
is fully raised. Open the hinged front
cover and unscrew the needle platescrew with the screw driver.
Cleaning the feed dog:
Clean the feed dog and bobbin casewith a brush.

Cleaning and lubricating the hook:
Fabric fluff and threads must be
removed regularly.
Remove the bobbin case. Turn the
handwheel until the hook race is in
the left position. Snap the two hookretaining arms outwards. Remove thehook race cover and the hook andclean with a soft cloth. Lubricate (1-2drops) with sewing machine oil.

2
3
1

1 Bobbin case2 Hook race
3 Hook retaining arms

Replace the hook. Attach the hook racecover making sure the bottom pin fits
into the notch. Snap back the two hookretaining arms. Insert the bobbin caseand bobbin and replace the stitch plate.

5
1
2
4

1 Hook2 Hook race cover
3 Pin

3

4 Notch
5 Hook retaining arms

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Trouble shooting guide
Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact theplace of purchase or your nearest authorized dealer.
ProblemUpperthreadbreaksLower
threadbreaksCause

1. The machine is not threaded
1. Rethread the machine.
correctly.
2. The thread tension is too tight. 2. Reduce the thread tension(lower number).
3. The thread is too thick for the 3. Select a larger needle.
needle.
4. The needle is not inserted
4. Remove and reinsert thecorrectly.
needle (flat side towards
the back).
5. Remove the reel and wind
5. The thread is wound aroundup the thread onto the reel.
the spool holder pin.
6. Replace the needle.
6. The needle is damaged.
1. The bobbin case is notinserted correctly.
2. The bobbin case is threaded
wrong.
1. The needle is not inserted
correctly.

Skippedstitches

NeedlebreaksCorrection

2. The needle is damaged.
3. The wrong size needle has
been used.
4. The foot is not attachedcorrectly.
5. The machine is not threaded
correctly.
1. The needle is damaged.
2. The needle is not correctly
inserted.
3. Wrong needle size for the
fabric.
4. The wrong foot is attached.
5. The needle clamp screw isloose.

1. Remove and reinsert thebobbin case and pull on thethread. The thread should
run easily.
2. Check both bobbin andbobbin case.
1. Remove and reinsert theneedle (flat side towards
the back).
2. Insert a new needle.
3. Choose a needle to suit thethread.
4. Check and attach itcorrectly.
5. Rethread the machine.
1. Insert a new needle.
2. Insert the needle correctly(flat side towards the back).
3. Choose a needle to suit thethread and fabric.
4. Select the correct foot.
5. Use the screwdriver totighten the screw.

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Reference
10
18
14
14
10
14
8

8
14
14
14
16
10
14
14
14
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Problem

Cause

Correction

Needlebreaks

6. The presser foot that is used
is not appropriate for the typeof stitch that you wish to sew.
7. The upper thread tension is
too tight.

6. Attach the presser foot thatis appropriate for the typeof stitch that you wish tosew.
7. Loosen the upper threadtension.

1. The machine is not correctly
threaded.
2. The bobbin case is notthreaded correctly.
3. Needle/ fabric/ thread
combination is wrong.
4. The thread tension is wrong.

1. Check the threading.

Loose
stitches

2. Thread the bobbin case as
illustrated.
3. The needle size must suitthe fabric and thread.
4. Correct the thread tension.

1. The needle is too thick for the 1. Select a finer needle.
Seamfabric.
gather or
pucker 2. The thread tension is too tight. 2. Loosen the thread tension.
1. Loosen the thread tension.
1. The needle thread tension is
too tight.
2. Rethread the machine.
2. The needle thread is notthreaded correctly.
Seam
3. The needle is too heavy for the 3. Choose a needle to suit thepuckering
fabric being sewn.
thread and fabric.
4. If you are sewing on thin fabric. 4. Sew with a stabiliser
material under the fabric.
1. The correct presser foot is not 1. Select the correct foot.

Patterns
used.
are
2. The needle thread tension is
distorted
too tight.

2. The feed dogs are packed
with lint.

1. Remove the upper thread
and bobbin case, turn the
handwheel backwards andforwards and remove thethread remnants.
2. Remove the stitch plate andclean the feed dogs.

1. Fluff or oil have collected on

1. Clean the hook and feed

1. Thread is caught in the hook.

Themachinejams

2. Loosen the thread tension.

dog.
the hook or needle bar.
Themachine 2. The needle is damaged.
2. Replace the needle.
is noisy 3. Slight humming sound coming 3. Normal.
from internal motor.

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Reference
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18
10
8
15
18
14
18
18
10
14
23
18

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40
40
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Problem

Cause

Correction

4. Thread is caught in the hook.

Themachineis noisy

1. Remove the upper thread
and bobbin case, turn the
handwheel backwards andforwards and remove thethread remands.
5. The feed dogs are packed with 2. Remove the stitch plate andlint.
clean the feed dogs.

Reference

1. Poor quality thread.

Uneven 2. The bobbin case is threaded
wrong.
stitches,
unevenfeed
3. Fabric has been pulled on.

1. Select a better quality
thread.
2. Remove the bobbin caseand the thread and reinsert
them correctly.
3. Do not pull on the fabricwhile sewing, let it be taken
up by the machine.

The sewing 1. The machine is not turned on. 1. Turn on the machine.
machine 2. The machine is not plugged in. 2. Connect the power line plugto the electric outlet.
doesn't
operate

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15
8
3
3

Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste,
use separate collection facilities.
Contact your local government for information regarding the collection
systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous
substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain,damaging your health and well-being.
When replacing old appliances with new once, the retailer is legallyobligated to take back your old appliance for disposal at least for free ofcharge.

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