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... bulb with any opening. 6. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is not working properly, if it to be taken: Read all moving parts. Use this machine only for household use bent needles. 13. Special...
... bulb with any opening. 6. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is required around the machine needle. 11. This sewing machine is not working properly, if it to be taken: Read all moving parts. Use this machine only for household use bent needles. 13. Special...
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... follows: The wire that is colored blue must be fitted. CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 1 2 1. NOTE: The plug severed from the socket outlet. 2 The main power/sewing light switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off or the plug must be removed from the main leads must...
... follows: The wire that is colored blue must be fitted. CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 1 2 1. NOTE: The plug severed from the socket outlet. 2 The main power/sewing light switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off or the plug must be removed from the main leads must...
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... ...10 Recommended Widths and Lengths for Stitches 11 Stitch Length Dial ...13 Stretch Stitching ...13 Stitch Width Dial ...14 Reverse Sewing Lever ...14 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding... Stitching ...30 Decorative Stitching ...30 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 30 Making a Buttonhole (4-Step Buttonhole) ...31 Adjusting Buttonholes ...33 Sewing Buttons ...33 Zipper Insertion ...34 Gathering ...35 Darning...35 Appliqués ...36 Monogramming and Embroidering ...36 MAINTENANCE ...38 Changing the Light ...
... ...10 Recommended Widths and Lengths for Stitches 11 Stitch Length Dial ...13 Stretch Stitching ...13 Stitch Width Dial ...14 Reverse Sewing Lever ...14 Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever 14 THREADING THE MACHINE 15 Winding... Stitching ...30 Decorative Stitching ...30 Making a Buttonhole (1-Step Automatic Buttonhole 30 Making a Buttonhole (4-Step Buttonhole) ...31 Adjusting Buttonholes ...33 Sewing Buttons ...33 Zipper Insertion ...34 Gathering ...35 Darning...35 Appliqués ...36 Monogramming and Embroidering ...36 MAINTENANCE ...38 Changing the Light ...
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...lever (page 18) 5 Thread cutter (page 26) 6 Upper tension-control dial (page 22) This controls the tension of the stitches. 0 Reverse-sewing lever (page 14) You can push this in either direction to choose the stitch you (counterclockwise) to stitch in the foot controller plug and connect... the machine to start and stop sewing. J Zigzag presser foot G Foot controller receptacle (page 6) Plug in the reverse direction. I Foot controller (page 7) You can turn this ...
...lever (page 18) 5 Thread cutter (page 26) 6 Upper tension-control dial (page 22) This controls the tension of the stitches. 0 Reverse-sewing lever (page 14) You can push this in either direction to choose the stitch you (counterclockwise) to stitch in the foot controller plug and connect... the machine to start and stop sewing. J Zigzag presser foot G Foot controller receptacle (page 6) Plug in the reverse direction. I Foot controller (page 7) You can turn this ...
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These accessories have been designed to help you carry out most sewing tasks. 5 ACCESSORIES 1 XA4911-151 X59369-321 2 X59370-021 (For 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole) 3 X59375-121 4 129583-001 (For 4 Step Buttonhole) 5 X57521-001... 6 SA156(For U.S.A.) SFB(XA5539-151)(For other countries) 7 X55467-021 8 130920-021 9 XA3442-121 1 Buttonhole foot (1 pc.) 2 Zipper foot (1 pc.) 3 Button sewing foot (1 pc.) 4 Needle pack (regular single needle HAX130) (3 pcs.) 5 Twin needle (1 pc.) 6 Bobbins (3 pcs.) 7 Screwdriver (1 pc.) 8 Extra spool pin (1 pc.) 9 Darning plate...
These accessories have been designed to help you carry out most sewing tasks. 5 ACCESSORIES 1 XA4911-151 X59369-321 2 X59370-021 (For 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole) 3 X59375-121 4 129583-001 (For 4 Step Buttonhole) 5 X57521-001... 6 SA156(For U.S.A.) SFB(XA5539-151)(For other countries) 7 X55467-021 8 130920-021 9 XA3442-121 1 Buttonhole foot (1 pc.) 2 Zipper foot (1 pc.) 3 Button sewing foot (1 pc.) 4 Needle pack (regular single needle HAX130) (3 pcs.) 5 Twin needle (1 pc.) 6 Bobbins (3 pcs.) 7 Screwdriver (1 pc.) 8 Extra spool pin (1 pc.) 9 Darning plate...
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... for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Do not subject the cord to a wall 2 outlet. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time, otherwise a fire may result. Electric shock may result. ● When...
... for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Do not subject the cord to a wall 2 outlet. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time, otherwise a fire may result. Electric shock may result. ● When...
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... foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. only) ● Foot Controller: Model KD-1902 This foot controller can be injured. ● Only use sewing-machine needles for home use . Remove the power supply plug from the socket outlet. ● When servicing the machine, removing covers or changing bulbs, the... (one way. A bent needle will stop. Note (For U.S.A. When you take your foot off before you may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. .
... foot controller, the machine will run at a low speed. only) ● Foot Controller: Model KD-1902 This foot controller can be injured. ● Only use sewing-machine needles for home use . Remove the power supply plug from the socket outlet. ● When servicing the machine, removing covers or changing bulbs, the... (one way. A bent needle will stop. Note (For U.S.A. When you take your foot off before you may bend or break and cause injury. ● Never sew with Models XL-5500/XL-5600/XL-5700/ XL-5510/XL-5610/XL-5710. .
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... flat surface as shown. 1 Screwdriver • Do not use extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot... the Presser Foot CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for smooth sewing. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by raising the lever at the 2 back of the holder assembly. 8
... flat surface as shown. 1 Screwdriver • Do not use extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot... the Presser Foot CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for smooth sewing. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by raising the lever at the 2 back of the holder assembly. 8
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... table up toward you. 2 Pull the extension table out to remove it until the machine is stable. Converting to Free-arm Style Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to adjust it . 1 1 Extension table Steadying the Machine When the machine is placed on an uneven surface, turn the rubber...
... table up toward you. 2 Pull the extension table out to remove it until the machine is stable. Converting to Free-arm Style Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to adjust it . 1 1 Extension table Steadying the Machine When the machine is placed on an uneven surface, turn the rubber...
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... directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to select the last stitch when the first one . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. Stitch widths and lengths are shown on...
... directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to select the last stitch when the first one . KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. Stitch widths and lengths are shown on...
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ 17 Stitches Pattern 1 Stitch Name 1-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width [mm (inch)] 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 3 ZIGZAG STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) 4 BLIND ...
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ 17 Stitches Pattern 1 Stitch Name 1-STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width [mm (inch)] 3-5 (1/8-3/16) 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) (Changes needle position) 3 ZIGZAG STITCH 0-5 (0-3/16) 4 BLIND ...
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... a scrap piece of fabric to a stretch stitch. CAUTION ● If the stitches are bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. The " " range is for best results. With the "0" setting material is used . Do ...not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may need to " SS " (standard position). 1 Stitch length dial 2 Longer 3 Shorter 13 5 SHELL TUCK STITCH 3-5...
... a scrap piece of fabric to a stretch stitch. CAUTION ● If the stitches are bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. The " " range is for best results. With the "0" setting material is used . Do ...not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may need to " SS " (standard position). 1 Stitch length dial 2 Longer 3 Shorter 13 5 SHELL TUCK STITCH 3-5...
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... to adjust the stitch. - 1 SS 2 + 3 • • • • 4 3 1 Makes fine stitches 2 Standard position 3 Makes rough stitches Reverse Sewing Lever You can be turned past SS -". The machine will not be fed. 1 Stitch width dial Note ● When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitches...Feed dogs are down. 3 Down position: Feed dogs are selected, the needle position can use reverse sewing for backtacking and reinforcing seams. To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot...
... to adjust the stitch. - 1 SS 2 + 3 • • • • 4 3 1 Makes fine stitches 2 Standard position 3 Makes rough stitches Reverse Sewing Lever You can be turned past SS -". The machine will not be fed. 1 Stitch width dial Note ● When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitches...Feed dogs are down. 3 Down position: Feed dogs are selected, the needle position can use reverse sewing for backtacking and reinforcing seams. To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot...
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... times. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16") Put the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). Trim the excess thread above the... is normal to hear the sound of thread is full. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin-winding shaft 3 and slide the bobbin-winding shaft to sew or turning the balance wheel. 15 After the machine stops, cut the thread, slide 6 the shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin-winding ...
... times. THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16") Put the spool of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). Trim the excess thread above the... is normal to hear the sound of thread is full. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin-winding shaft 3 and slide the bobbin-winding shaft to sew or turning the balance wheel. 15 After the machine stops, cut the thread, slide 6 the shaft to wind the thread around the bobbin-winding ...
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... improperly may break the needle. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle... 2 table on the foot controller and the machine starts to work, you turn the power off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low ...
... improperly may break the needle. 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly 1 2 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. CAUTION ● Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle... 2 table on the foot controller and the machine starts to work, you turn the power off while threading the machine. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION ● Make sure you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low ...
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... to turn off the machine before servicing it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring (fig. A-2 A-3 1 1 Tension spring CAUTION ● Make sure you start sewing. 17 Holding the bobbin case by the latch, fully 4 insert the bobbin case into the bobbin case. (See fig. Unwind about 10 cm (4") of thread...
... to turn off the machine before servicing it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring (fig. A-2 A-3 1 1 Tension spring CAUTION ● Make sure you start sewing. 17 Holding the bobbin case by the latch, fully 4 insert the bobbin case into the bobbin case. (See fig. Unwind about 10 cm (4") of thread...
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... is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Set the main power switch to break. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take -up lever 18...
... is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on this pin. Set the main power switch to break. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading 1 2 4 3 1 Spool pin 2 Thread guide CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take -up lever 18...
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... . 19 Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up before lowering the needle threader lever, otherwise the hook may cause sewing problems. Using the Needle Threader (models equipped with a needle threader) Set the main power switch to align the bottom of the needle holder with the...
... . 19 Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up before lowering the needle threader lever, otherwise the hook may cause sewing problems. Using the Needle Threader (models equipped with a needle threader) Set the main power switch to align the bottom of the needle holder with the...
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... of the 3 slit, pull it up the lower thread" if you ). Pull out about 5 cm (2") of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through the needle. 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread Quick Thread-Setting System... FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. If you to complete the lower threading. Hold the end of the bobbin thread and insert 1 the bobbin...
... of the 3 slit, pull it up the lower thread" if you ). Pull out about 5 cm (2") of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. 2 1 Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the 2 thread through the needle. 1 2 1 1 Hook 2 Thread Quick Thread-Setting System... FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. If you to complete the lower threading. Hold the end of the bobbin thread and insert 1 the bobbin...
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...spool of the upper 2 thread, slowly turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) once by hand to lower, then raise the needle. You can sew with this needle and two top threads. CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that have caught the 3 lower thread in a loop. The upper thread...positions. The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should pass between the toes of the presser foot. 1 Sewing with bent needles. Other needles could break and cause injuries. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you can use the zigzag presser...
...spool of the upper 2 thread, slowly turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) once by hand to lower, then raise the needle. You can sew with this needle and two top threads. CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that have caught the 3 lower thread in a loop. The upper thread...positions. The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should pass between the toes of the presser foot. 1 Sewing with bent needles. Other needles could break and cause injuries. ● When using the twin needle, make sure you can use the zigzag presser...