Brother PQ1600S Manuel utilisateur

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Operation Manual

Sewing machine

Product Code: 884-T79

Manuel d’instructions

Machine à coudre

Référence du produit: 884-T79

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Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the

correct operation of the various functions.

In addition, after you have nished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electrical shock

1

Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after

using, when cleaning, making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in

this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, re,

electrical shock, or personal injuries.

2

Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when making any

adjustments mentioned in this instruction manual.

•

To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to

turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not

pull on the cord.

•

Plug the machine directly into an electrical outlet. Do not use an extension

cord.

•

Always unplug your machine if there is a power failure.

3

Electrical Hazards:

•

This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the

range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power

source or inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power source you

have, contact a qualified electrician.

•

This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only.

4 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not

working properly, has been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on

the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized Brother dealer

for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

•

While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual,

such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the

machine immediately and unplug the power cord.

•

When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting

the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the

machine falling, which could cause injuries.

•

When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless

movements, which may cause a personal injury.

2

5

Always keep your work area clear:

•

Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation

openings of the machine and foot control free from the build up of lint,

dust, and loose cloth.

•

Do not store objects on the foot controller.

•

Never drop or insert foreign objects in any opening.

•

Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where

oxygen is being administered.

•

Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron;

otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being sewn may ignite,

resulting in fire or an electric shock.

•

Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or

slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

6

Special care is required while sewing:

•

Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged

needles.

•

Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around

the machine needle.

•

Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making

any adjustments in the needle area.

•

Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the

needle to break.

•

Do not push or pull the fabric while sewing, and follow the instructions

carefully when free motion stitching so that you do not deflect the needle

and cause it to break.

7

This machine is not a toy:

•

Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near

children.

•

This product contains small parts. Keep the product out of the reach of

children to prevent accidental ingestion of small parts.

•

The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the

reach of children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag

due to the danger of suffocation.

•

Do not use outdoors.

8

For a longer service life:

•

When using and storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high

humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater,

iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.

•

Do not use cleansers or organic solvents, such as thinner, petroleum ether

or alcohol, to clean the machine. Otherwise, the finish may peel off or

become scratched.

•

Always consult the Operation Manual when replacing or installing any

assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct

installation.

9

For repair or adjustment:

•

If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized Brother

dealer.

•

In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the

troubleshooting table in the back of the Operation Manual to inspect and

adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your

local authorized Brother dealer.

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CAUTION

10

(For U.S.A. only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To

reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to ﬁt in a polarized

electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not ﬁt fully in the electrical

outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not ﬁt, contact a qualiﬁed electrician to

install the proper electrical outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the

manual.

Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained

in this manual.

The contents of this manual and speciﬁcations of this product are

subject to change without notice.

For additional product information, visit our website at

www.brother.com

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended

for household use.

FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT EUROPEAN

COUNTRIES

This appliance is not intended for use 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 concerning

use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not

play with the appliance.

FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years

and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if

they have been given supervision or instruction concerning

use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the

hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by

children without supervision.

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FOR USERS IN THE UK,

EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

•

In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS

1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug.

•

Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover

omitted.

•

If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this

equipment, you should contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the

correct lead.

WARNING SIGN

The following warning sign is on the machine.

Be sure to observe the precautions described in the sign.

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CAUTION

Moving parts -To reduce risk of injury, disconnect from supply circuit before

servicing. Replace cover.

Close door before operating machine.

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 1

Accessories ................................................................................. 6

Machine Features ........................................................................ 7

Before You Begin (1) .................................................................... 8

Power Cord and Foot Controller ...............................8

Main Power Switch ...................................................8

Thread Tension Dial ...................................................8

Handwheel ................................................................8

Stitch Length Regulator ............................................8

Reverse Stitch Lever .................................................8

Presser Foot Lever ....................................................9

Knee Lifter .................................................................9

Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial .....................9

Fabric Extension Table ..............................................9

Before You Begin (2) .................................................................. 10

Thread Cutter Button ..............................................10

Needle Stop Position Button ...................................10

Feed Dog Adjustment Knob .................................... 10

Changing Needles ..................................................................... 11

Changing the Needle ..............................................11

Changing the Feed Pin ............................................ 11

Winding/Installing the Bobbin .................................................. 12

Bobbin Winding .......................................................12

Bobbin Installation ..................................................14

Upper Threading ........................................................................ 15

Upper Threading .....................................................15

Upper Threading for Thick Fabrics or When Using Heavier Threads

....16

Using the Needle Threader .....................................17

Using the Spool Net ................................................17

Stitch Samples and Needle Chart ............................................ 18

Stitch Samples ........................................................18

Thread Tension ........................................................ 18

Changing Presser Feet .............................................................. 19

Changing Presser Feet (Zipper Foot).......................19

Presser Feet ............................................................19

Basic Sewing (1) ........................................................................ 20

Basic Sewing ...........................................................20

Pin Feeding (for hard-to-handle fabrics) .................20

Basic Sewing (2) ........................................................................ 21

Rolled Hem Foot .....................................................21

Basic Sewing (3) ........................................................................ 22

Zipper Foot .............................................................. 22

Invisible Zipper Foot ................................................ 23

1/4” Foot .................................................................23

Free Motion Quilting Foot ........................................ 24

Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread .................................24

Seam Guide ............................................................24

Fabric Separator (for joining lining to fabric) .........25

Caring for Your Machine ........................................................... 26

Cleaning the Machine .............................................26

Lubrication Points ...................................................26

Trouble Shooting ....................................................................... 27

When the Safety Device is Operating .....................28

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Accessories

No. Part Name Part Code

1 Soft Cover D02V2X-001

2Medium Screwdriver XC9541-051

3Small Screwdriver X55468-051

4 Cleaning Brush X59476-051

5 Knee Lifter XA0830-051

6 Needles and Case

(ORGAN HLX5)

1 Size 9, 2 Size 11, 1 Size 14,

1 Size 16, 1 Ballpoint Needle

X80805-151

7Fabric Separator Screw (2) 062670-817

8 Fabric Separator 184720-001

9 Feed Pin 138483-051

10 Feed Pin Changer XC1407-051

11 General Purpose Foot XA1425-001

12 Bobbin (5) SA159 (Americas)

MBN (Others)

13 Spool Cap XA2111-050

14 Rolled Hem Foot X57138-101

15 Zipper Foot 112797-001

16 Invisible Zipper Foot XC0093-001

17 1/4” Foot XA7258-001

18 Free Motion Quilting Foot XA7255-301

19 Seam Guide XA7256-001

20 Foot Controller XD0501-121 (EU area)

XC8816-071 (Other areas)

21 Fabric Extension Table XC3117-052

22 Spool Net XA5523-050

23 Pin Feed Foot (on machine) 136021-001

24 Spool Cushion (on machine) XF2071-002

12345

678910

11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24

Note (For U.S.A. only)

• Foot controller: Model T

This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 884-T79. The product code

is mentioned on the machine rating plate.

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Machine Features

Presser Foot Pressure

A

djustment Dial (Page 9)

Three Holed

Thread Guide (Page 15)

Thread Guide (Right)

(Page 15)

Thread Trimmer

Feed Dog

(Page 10 and 20)

Thread Guide Bar

(Page 12)

Stitch Length

Regulator (Page 8)

Needle Stop Position

Button (Page 10)

Reverse Stitch

Lever (Page 8)

Feed Dog Adjustment

Knob (Page 10)

Knee Lifter

(Page 9)

Bobbin Winder

(Page 12)

Handwheel

(Page 8)

Main Power Switch

(Page 8)

Foot Controller Jack

(Page 8)

Power Supply Jack

(Page 8)

Spool Cushion

(Page 12)

Spool Pin

(Page 12)

Presser Foot

Lever (Page 9)

Bobbin Winding Thread

Guide (Page 12)

Handle

Air Vents

Thread Cutter

Button (Page 10)

Thread Tension Dial

(Page 8 and 18)

Indicator Lamp

Needle

T

hreader (Page 17)

Quick Bobbin

Thread Device (Page 14)

Thread Take-up Lever

(Page 15)

Attachment Plate

Thread guide (Left)

(Page 15)

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Before You Begin (1)

Power Cord

Foot Controller

Power Switch

I

O

Handwheel

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Stitch Length Regulator

Reference Mark

Lower number

= shorter stitches

Higher number

= longer stitches

Reverse Stitch

Lever

Upper Thread Tension

Loosen

Tighten

Tension Block

Thread Tension Dial

●When tighter thread tension is

desired, turn the tension dial

to the right. Upper and bobbin

threads will meet on right side

of the fabric.

●When looser thread tension is

desired, turn tension dial to the

left. Upper and lower threads

will then meet on wrong side of

fabric.

Main Power Switch

●Press power switch toward the

"I" position to turn machine on.

●To turn the machine o, press

the power switch toward the

"O" position.

Handwheel

●Position needle using

handwheel.

✽Always turn handwheel towards

you.

CAUTION

Be sure to keep the area under

and around the needle clear.

Stitch Length Regulator

●Adjust desired stitch length

using stitch regulator dial.

Reverse Stitch Lever

●Sewing in reverse is possible

when the reverse stitch lever is

in the lowered position.

✽Make sure to continuously press

the lever to its lowest position

when reverse sewing is desired.

✽

When the stitch regulator dial

is set between 5-7 mm, the

reverse stitch length is always

5 mm.

Power Cord and Foot Controller

WARNING

Please use common household

current.

●Attach power cord.

●

Insert foot controller jack into machine.

●

When you press the foot controller

down lightly, the machine will run at

a low speed. When more pressure

is applied to foot controller, the

machine’s speed will increase. When

you remove your foot from the foot

controller, the machine will stop.

Slowe

r

Faster

9

Presser Foot Lever

●Lowering the presser foot lever

lowers the sewing foot down

onto the fabric and engages the

thread tension function.

✽When working with heavy

fabrics or other fabrics that

don’t slide easily under the foot,

raise the presser foot lever to

position the fabric.

Knee Lifter

●Using the convenient knee lifter

to lift and lower the presser

foot easily, leaving both of your

hands free.

Presser Foot Pressure

Adjustment Dial

●Turning the pressure adjustment

dial raises and lowers the

pressure indicator needle as

the amount of pressure on the

presser foot changes.

See also: “Feed Dog Adjustment

Knob” on page 10.

✽See “Thread Tension” on page

18.

✽Coordinate the color coding for

proper foot pressure and feed

dog settings.

Presser Foot

Lever

Knee Lifter

Setting up the knee lifter.

Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial

Pressure Indicator

Needle

✽Push the knee lifter bar all the

way into the socket.

✽When knee lifter is not in use,

it can be stored beneath the

fabric extension table.

Fabric Extension Table

Knee Lifter

Fabric Extension Table

●

Lower the adjustable table feet and slide the fabric extension table on to the

machine.

Table feet

1

3

2

Stopper

Hook

3

Guide pin

Hole

2

10

Before You Begin (2)

Thread Cutter Button

CAUTION

When the machine stops due to

jammed threads and so forth, do

not press on the foot controller;

turn power o, and move the

needle with the handwheel to

check the situation. Otherwise

broken needles could result.

●The thread cutter trims upper

and bobbin threads at the end

of seams.

Needle Stop Position Button

●When indicator lamp is lit up,

the machine will stop sewing

with the needle lowered through

the fabric.

●When the indicator lamp is

o, the machine will stop as

soon as the foot controller is

released at the end of stitching.

In that case, the needle does

not always stop in the same

position.

●If the safety device is activated,

for example if the thread

becomes tangled, the indicator

lamp ﬂashes. (page 28)

Feed Dog Adjustment Knob

●Height of feed dog can be

adjusted to coincide with fabric

weights.

Foot Pressure and Feed Dog Position

Thread Cutter Button

Indicator Lamp

Needle Stop Position Button

Feed Dog Adjustment Knob

Select one of four feed dog positions according to your needs.

Note

• If a setting other than is selected, the pin feed mechanism will not

operate.

• Coordinate the color coding for proper foot pressure and feed dog settings.

• When activating the Pin Feed Mechanism, use only the Pin Feed Foot or the

General Purpose Foot.

(Feed Dog Down)

(Pin Feeding)

Velvet

Lightweight Fabrics

Mediumweight Fabrics

Heavyweight Fabrics

✽Ensure presser foot lever is down

before using.

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Changing Needles

Changing the Needle

1 Turn the sewing machine off.

Raise needle to highest position

using handwheel, and lower the

presser foot.

2 Loosen screw with screwdriver,

and remove needle.

3 Hold the needle with the flat

side to the right, and insert the

needle as far as it will go.

Make sure needle is securely

set in the needle chamber by

screwing in tightly.

✽If the needle is not adequately

inserted or the screw is loose,

this may break the needle or

cause a breakdown and the

needle threader will not work.

✽Check needles on a ﬂat surface

to make sure they are not bent.

Changing the Feed Pin

1 Set the feed dog to the “velvet”

position. (See page 10.)

2

Remove needle (page 11), presser

foot and needle plate (page 26).

3 Lower presser foot and turn

handwheel until feed pin is in its

highest position.

4 Insert small screwdriver

(included) as shown in diagram.

Flat surface

Lay needle on

a ﬂat surface

(such as the needle

plate or a plate

of glass).

The needle should lay

parallel to a surface.

5 While holding spring with

fingertip, lower the feed pin

changer onto the feed pin tip to

pick it up.

6 Attach new feed pin to feed pin

changer, lower and attach while

holding spring with fingertip.

7 Remove screwdriver.

8 Re-attach needle plate, needle

and presser foot.

CAUTION

• Please make sure the power to the machine is turned o before carrying

out the following operations. There is a chance of injury if the machine

accidentally starts running during this operation.

• Only use recommended sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle

may break the needle, possibly resulting in injury. (page 18)

12

21

3

4

5679<A

3

1

2

Spool Cap

✽1

✽2

Spool Cushion

Spool of Thread

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

Note

• Do not move bobbin winding clutch

while machine is running.

Bobbin Winding

1 Raise the thread guide bar all the way.

2 Mount a spool of thread on the spool pin.

✽1 Use spool cap when using parallel-wound thread.

✽2 Use spool cushion when using cross-wound thread.

3 Pass the thread through the

triangular hole.

4 Pass thread through bobbin

winding thread guide as shown

in drawing.

5 Run thread through top thread

notch 1, and turning the bobbin

align bottom thread notch 2 of the

bobbin with guide pin on bobbin

winder shaft.

6 Press bobbin winding clutch up against

empty bobbin. If the bobbin stop does

not slide easily between the top and

bottom of the bobbin, check that the

bobbin is seated properly with the guide

pin (5) inserted into the lower notch.

Bobbin

Bobbin Winder

Shaft

Guide Pin

Thread Notch 1

Thread Notch

2

Bobbin Winding Clutch

13

9 Stop winding process when bobbin

is full. Remove your foot from the

foot controller.

0 Manually move bobbin winding

clutch back to original position.

7 While holding the end of the thread,

press on the foot controller for a

few seconds. Once enough thread

has wound itself around the bobbin

to hold itself in place, release the

foot controller and trim the excess

thread.

A Cut thread and remove bobbin.

8 Start winding the bobbin again

by pressing down on the foot

controller.

✽

Place the thread end so that it does

not protrude from the bobbin.

Bobbin Winding Clutch

Foot controller

Pedal

Press down

✽

Pressing down on the foot controller

harder increases the winding speed.

14

1 Lift needle plate and open

bobbin door.

2 Place bobbin inside the bobbin case.

✽Run thread through thread notch and

under latch spring, so that a length of

thread is exposed.

✽Always use the bobbin case that was

supplied with this machine. A secondary

bobbin case can be ordered from your

dealer.

3 Pull the latch lever of the bobbin

case out and push the bobbin case

into the shuttle race and release the

latch lever.

✽

If the latch lever on the bobbin case is not

set securely on the hook, it may ﬂy o during

sewing and cause lower thread breakage.

Rotate the handwheel one full rotation

towards you to check that the bobbin case

is set securely.

4 Pass the thread through the Quick

Bobbin Thread Device in the order

numbered 1 2, pull in the direction

of the arrow 3, then cut the thread.

★

Quick Bobbin Thread Device

This device cuts the bobbin thread

end to an appropriate length after the

bobbin has been replaced and holds it

at that length. Following this process

eliminates the need to manually pull the

bobbin thread through the hole in the

needle plate. Simply close the bobbin

case and continue the upper threading

process.

Bobbin Installation

✽

Bobbin should be

positioned so it

unwinds from the left.

Latch Spring

Thread Notch

10 cm

(approx. 4 inches)

1

2

Bobbin Door

Needle Plate

1

2

3

5 Lower slide plate and close

bobbin door, following numbers

1 2 above in order.

Bobbin Thread Setting Cover

●When the fabric extension table is set in place

Open the bobbin thread setting cover

beforehand, then following the above

directions set the bobbin thread in

place. (You can set the bobbin thread

in place without removing the fabric

extension table.)

CAUTION – Moving parts –

To reduce risk of injury, turn the power to the machine o before servicing. Open covers.

15

CAUTION

Turn o the power to the machine before threading the upper thread. Otherwise, it may cause injuries if you unintentionally press down on the foot controller.

Thread

Needle Hole

Scarf

(depression on

needle shaft)

Long

Groove

1

2

86

7

90

A

3

4

5

Upper Threading

✽Before threading the machine, prepare it as described below.

1 Raise the presser foot lever.

2

Turn the handwheel toward you until the thread take-up lever is positioned

as shown in the diagram. The needle is raised to it's highest position.

3

Pass the thread through the triangular hole of the thread guide bar. (page 12)

1

2

3

4

2

6

5

3

7

8

1

9

0

A

Upper Threading

✽Thread tension may not be

adjusted adequately if the thread

does not pass correctly through

the take-up spring (4).

1 Starting with the hole on the right end,

pass the thread through the holes in the

three-holed thread guide from above.

2 Pass the thread through

the thread guide (right).

3

Pass the thread clockwise

around the thread tension dial.

4

Pass the thread through

the thread take-up spring.

5 Pass the thread through

the thread guide (lower).

6 Pass the thread through

the thread guide (left).

7

Pass the thread through

the thread take-up lever

from right to left.

8

Pass the thread through

the thread guide (left).

9

Pass the thread through the thread guide.

0 Pass the thread behind the

needle bar thread guide.

A

Pass the thread through the needle from

left to right. * For details on using the

needle threader, refer to page 17.

4

*1 *2

When using strong thread

such as synthetic thread, pass

the thread through all holes

(*1). If the thread still tangles

or breaks, use a dierent

threading method (*2).

16

1

26

7

90

A

3

4

5

8

For a tighter upper thread, such as when

sewing thick fabrics or using heavier

threads, thread the machine as described

below.

Upper Threading for Thick Fabrics or When Using Heavier Threads

1 Refer to page 15 to

thread the three-holed

thread guide.

2

Pass the thread through

the thread guide (right).

3

Pass the thread

clockwise around the

thread tension dial.

4

Pass the thread through

the thread take-up spring.

5 Pass the thread through

the thread guide (lower).

6 Pass the thread through

the thread guide (right)

again.

7 Pass the thread

through the thread

take-up lever from

right to left.

8 Pass the thread

through the thread

guide (left).

9

Pass the thread through the thread guide.

0

Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide.

A Pass the thread through the needle

from left to right.

✽For details on using the needle

threader, refer to page 17.

The upper thread tension can be adjusted by sliding the thread guide

(right) to the left or right. Loosen the screw, and then slide the thread

guide (right) to the desired position. Once the thread guide is in the

desired position, tighten the screw to secure the guide.

General thread tension is adjusted with the thread tension dial. Refer

to page 18.

✽Use the appropriate needle for the thread or topstitch needle, when

using heavier threads. Adjust stitch length and tension as needed.

1

6

5

7

8

2

3

4

9

0

A

12

34

1 Screw

2 Thread guide (right)

3 Looser

4 Tighter

✽Thread tension may not be

adjusted adequately if the thread

does not pass correctly through

the take-up spring (4).

17

Using the Needle Threader

Using the Spool Net

1

2

3

4

If using transparent nylon thread,

metallic thread, or other strong

thread, place the included spool

net over the spool before using.

If the spool net is too long, fold it

once to match it to the spool size

before placing it over the spool.

1 Spool net

2 Thread spool

3 Spool pin

4 Spool cap

CAUTION

Be sure to turn o the power before using the needle threader. There is a risk of injury if you accidentally step on the foot controller.

6 Raise the presser foot lever, and

then return the needle threader to

its original position.

The hook passes the thread

through the eye of the needle.

1

Make sure that the thread take-up lever is

positioned as shown in the diagram and

the needle is raised to it's highest position.

2

Holding the thread in your left hand, pull

out about 20 cm (approx. 8 inches) (

1

),

and then lower the presser foot lever (

2

).

4

Pass the thread between the hook

fingers (

1

) completely, then pass

the thread around the right side of

the pin (

2

).

The hook (

3

) catches the thread.

3 Fully lower the

needle threader

(1), and then

fully swing it to

the back.

5 Pass the thread

through the thread

trimmer from back

to front to cut it.

7 Carefully pull the loop to the right to

thread the needle.

2

1

Needle

Threader

1

32

1

✽The needle threader can be used with machine needles #11 through #16.

When using #9 needles or thinner, manually thread the needle.

●The needle threader cannot be used

with the thread-needle combinations

illustrated in the chart shown below.

Transparent nylon thread can be used

regardless of the chart, providing the

needle used is a #14 or #16.

Needle (HLX5) Thread

#11 #20 #30

#14 #20 #30

#16 #20

18

Stitch Samples and Needle Chart

Stitch Samples

1 Set stitch length regulator to

desired stitch length.

2 Make sure approximately 15

cm (approx. 6 inches) of upper

thread is pulled under the

presser foot and toward the rear

of the machine. While needle is

in raised position, insert a test

strip from the garment fabric

under the foot.

3 Lower presser foot.

4 Turn the handwheel toward you

to lower the needle through the

fabric, then press gently on the

foot controller to begin.

5

Turn the handwheel toward you

to raise the needle and thread

take-up lever to their highest

positions.

6

Raise the presser foot and remove

fabric. Manually cut the thread

with the thread trimmer located

on the left side of the machine, or

with a pair of scissors.

✽When using thread cutter:

5

Press the thread cutter button

while the presser foot lever is in

the down position

.

6

Raise presser foot and remove

fabric.

Thread Tension ✽Bobbin thread should feed smoothly. Adjust bobbin thread

to match that of upper thread. (If bobbin thread is too tight

it may cause fabric to bunch up.)

to increase

bobbin

tension

to reduce

needle

thread

tension

to increase

needle

thread

tension

Fabric

Upper

Thread

Lower

Thread

to reduce

bobbin

tension

Correct thread tension

Incorrect thread tension can lead

to such undesirable results as

messy stitches, puckered seams

and thread breakage.

Upper

Thread

Lower

Thread

Right side of Fabric

Upper

Thread

Lower

Thread

Right side of Fabric

Wrong side of fabric

Bobbin tension . . . Proper

When it is week

Bobbin tension . . . Proper

When it is strong

Wrong side of fabric

Adjust the upper thread to match the bobbin thread.

●Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

✽The following chart applies to many dierent fabric, thread and needle combinations.

✽HLX5 needles are recommended; however, Schmetz 130/705H needles may also be used under normal

sewing conditions.

✽Adjust the pressure adjustment dial and the feed dog adjustment knob according to the chart on the

sewing machine.

✽When sewing on knit fabrics such as jersey or tricot, use a ballpoint needle or a needle designed for use

with knit fabrics.

✽For best results when using metallic threads, sew with a good quality thread, set upper tension on 2, and

use metallic needle.

Fabric - Thread - Needles

Cloth Thread Needle (HLX5)

Specialty

fabrics

Velvet Silk, Polyester #30 – #50 #11 – #14

Quilt Polyester #20 – #50 #11 – #16

Synthetic Suede Polyester #20 – #50

Knit Polyester #20 – #50

Coating Polyester #50 #11 – #14

Light

weight

fabrics

Lawn Cotton #80 #9

Tricot Polyester #60

Silk Georgette Silk #50

Wool Georgette Silk, Polyester #50 #11

Medium

weight

fabrics

Gingham Cotton #60 – #80 #11 – #14

Lightweight Jersey Polyester #60 #11

Gabardine, Flannel Silk #50

Heavy

weight

fabrics

Denim Cotton #20 – #50 #14 – #18

Jersey Polyester #20 – #50 #11 – #16

Tweed Silk #20 – #50

HLX5

Schmetz

130/705H

#9 #65

#11 #75

#14 #90

#16 #100

#18 #110

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