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Operation Manual

SEWING BUTTONHOLES

AND BUTTONS

BUILT-IN STITCHES

APPENDIX

USING ATTACHMENTS

AND APPLICATIONS

STRAIGHT AND

ZIGZAG STITCHING

KNOWING YOUR

SEWING MACHINE

Summary of Contents for XL-2610i

Page 1: ...6 5 4 3 2 1 eration Manual SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS BUILT IN STITCHES APPENDIX USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ...

Page 2: ... and foot control free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth 5 Never drop or insert any object into any opening 6 Do not use outdoors 7 Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered 8 To disconnect turn the machine switch to the symbol position which represents off then remove plug from outlet 9 Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unp...

Page 3: ...62 i e carrying the mark rating as marked on plug Always replace the fuse cover Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wi...

Page 4: ...e wall Do not use extension cords To give your machine a longer life 1 Do not store this machine in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions Do not use or store the machine near a heater iron halogen lamp or other hot objects 2 Use only mild soaps or detergents to clean the case Benzene thinner and scouring powders can damage the case and machine and should never be used 3 Do not drop or hit...

Page 5: ...ower Threading for models equipped with a quick set bobbin 19 Upper Threading 21 Using the Needle Threader for models equipped with a needle threader 22 Drawing up the Lower Thread 24 Sewing with a Twin Needle 24 Thread Tension 25 FABRIC THREAD AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS 26 2 STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING 27 Please Read Before Sewing 27 Straight Stitching 27 Zigzag Stitching 28 3 BUILT IN STITCHES 29...

Page 6: ...ng 38 Darning 38 Appliqués 39 Monogramming and Embroidering 39 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 41 Using the Walking Foot 41 Using the Quilting Foot 42 Using the 1 4 inch Quilting Foot 43 6 APPENDIX 44 MAINTENANCE 44 Changing the Light Bulb 44 Cleaning 44 Troubleshooting 46 INDEX 49 ...

Page 7: ...B Presser foot Page 9 C Reverse sewing lever Page 15 You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction D Pattern selection dial Page 11 You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch you want E Stitch length dial Page 14 This controls the stitch length F Buttonhole fine adjustment screw Page 36 G Handwheel Used to manually raise and lower the needle H Main power and sewing light swi...

Page 8: ...ame Part Code USA Others USA Others 1 Zipper foot 1 pc X59370 021 5 Buttonhole Foot 1 pc XD1792 031 2 Bobbin 3 pcs SA156 SFB XA5539 151 6 Button Sewing Foot 1 pc X59375 121 7 Extra Spool Pin 1 pc 130920 021 3 Needle Pack Regular Single Needle HAX130 3 pcs 129583 021 8 Screwdriver 1 pc X55467 021 4 Twin Needle 1 pc X57521 021 9 Darning Plate 1pc XC6063 021 1 2 3 No Part Name Part Code U S A Others ...

Page 9: ...main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances When you are away from the machine After using the machine When the power fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms Do not use extension cords or multi plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them Fire or electric shock may result Do no...

Page 10: ... and sharp for smooth sewing Checking the Needle Correctly Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface Check the needle from the top and the sides Dispose of any bent needles safely 1 Parallel space 2 Level surface bobbin cover glass etc Replacing the Needle 1 Remove the power supply plug from the outlet 2 Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel toward you countercl...

Page 11: ...g the handwheel toward you counterclockwise and then raise the presser foot lever 2 Press the black button at the back of the presser foot holder to release the presser foot 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser Foot Make sure you insert the needle until it touches the stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a coin or screwdriver If the needle is not fully inserted or if ...

Page 12: ...achment to the left to open it 1 Flat bed attachment 2 Storage compartment Note Put the accessories inside a bag and then store the bag inside the compartment If the accessories are not in a bag they may fall out and be lost or damaged Using a Free arm Style Free arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard to reach areas To change your machine to the free arm style lift out the flat bed a...

Page 13: ...ern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number 35 Stitches only available on certain models 25 Stitches When you use the pattern selection dial to choose a pattern turn the handwheel toward you counterclockwise to set the needle in the highest position If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial the needle presser foot or fabric may be damaged CAUTION 2 1 ...

Page 14: ... SHELL TUCK STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 3 1 64 1 8 29 ELASTIC STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 2 5 1 64 3 32 30 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 1 5 1 64 1 16 29 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 1 5 1 64 1 16 29 ELASTIC SHELL TUCK STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 3 1 64 1 8 31 DOUBLE ACTION STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 3 1 64 1 8 31 BRIDGING STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 3 1 64 1 8 31 RAMPART STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 F 3 1 64 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...RROWHEAD STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 31 Fixed 2 5 3 32 DECORATIVE STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 33 Fixed 2 5 3 32 LEAF STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 33 Fixed 2 5 3 32 TREE STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 33 Fixed 2 5 3 32 LEGS STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 33 Fixed 2 5 3 32 DECORATIVE STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 33 Fixed 2 5 3 32 STRETCH OVERLOCK STITCH 3 5 1 8 13 6...

Page 16: ...ition first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of fabric to observe the feeding of the material 1 Stitch length dial 2 Shorter 3 Longer Pattern Stitch Name Recommended Width mm inch Recommended Length mm inch Instruction Manual Page 35 Stitches 25 Stitches COMB STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 31 COMB STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 31 DECORATIVE STITCH 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 ...

Page 17: ...dwheel toward you counterclockwise so that the mark on the handwheel points directly up The numbers marked on the dial represent the stitch width THE HIGHER THE NUMBER THE WIDER THE STITCH Note When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitch is selected the needle position can be changed from left to right by adjusting the stitch width dial 1 Stitch width dial Reverse Sewing Lever You can use reverse s...

Page 18: ...de SA156 SFB XA5539 151 that have been designed for this sewing machine Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine If you use bobbins from other models the machine will not work properly Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type part code SA156 SFB XA5539 151 CAUTION Actual size This model Other models ...

Page 19: ...n the bobbin seems full and begins spinning slowly take your foot off the foot controller 8 Cut the thread slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin Note The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right Immediately after winding the bobbin it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the handwheel 1 2 M...

Page 20: ...justing spring Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen and may break the needle 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from other models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type part code SA156 SFB XA5539 151 Make sure you turn the power off ...

Page 21: ...dels equipped with a quick set bobbin This feature is only available on certain models 2 1 Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen breaking the needle and resulting in injury 1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from other models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin...

Page 22: ...he thread 1 Tension adjusting spring 3 Reattach the bobbin cover Put the left tab in place see arrow 1 and then press lightly on the right side see arrow 2 until the cover clicks into place You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread If you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you start to sew follow the procedure in Drawing up the Lower Thread page 24 Make sure you s...

Page 23: ...rn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine 3 Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin 4 Feed the upper thread as previously shown Pass the thread through both thread guides the back one first and then the front one 5 Make sure you guide the thread through the thread take up lever from right to left 1 Thread take up lever Make sur...

Page 24: ... lever Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take up lever before you feed the upper thread If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems Using the Needle Threader for models equipped with a needle threader This feature is only available on certain models 1 Turn the power off and lower the presser foot lever 2 Raise the needle to its highest position by turni...

Page 25: ...e needle threader lever and pull out about 5 cm 2 inch of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine 1 1 2 The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75 11 100 16 Check the table on page 26 for the appropriate needle and thread combinations If you are using transparent nylon mono filament thread you can only use needles in the range of 90 14 100...

Page 26: ...1 Pass the thread along the slit in the direction of the arrow and leave it there without cutting it The bobbin cover should still be removed 2 Draw up the lower thread as described in the previous steps 1 to 3 3 Replace the bobbin cover Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads You can use the same color or two different colors of ...

Page 27: ...ck Using the needle threader may damage the machine Thread Tension The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread Memo We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew Correct Tension Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers...

Page 28: ...te Thread synthetic mercerized Challis Satin Silk 50 80 Heavyweight fabrics Denim Cotton 30 50 90 14 100 16 Corduroy Thread synthetic mercerized 50 Tweed Silk Stretch fabrics Jersey Thread for knits 50 60 Ball point needle golden colored 75 11 90 14 Tricot For top stitching Thread synthetic mercerized 30 90 14 100 16 Silk Make sure you follow the needle thread and fabric combinations listed in the...

Page 29: ...ontroller You can use reverse sewing for locking the end of seams and to strengthen a stitch To avoid being injured watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine Keep your hands away from moving parts Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured Do not use bent or broken needles otherwise you may be injured Take care that t...

Page 30: ...e thread take up lever is also in its highest position 3 Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the left hand side of the machine 1 Thread cutter 4 To prepare the machine for the next seam pull about 10 cm 4 inch of thread through the toes of the presser foot toward the back of the machine Top Stitching and Stretch Materials You can use a straight stitch for top stitching and sewing lightweigh...

Page 31: ...ide of fabric 2 Wrong side of fabric 3 10 mm 3 8 inch 4 5 mm 3 16 inch Note The Stretch Blind Hem Stitch is useful for stretch fabrics Shell Tuck Stitching The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot lace like edge on lightweight fabric 1 Set the pattern selection dial to the Shell Tuck Stitch 2 Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normal 3 Place the fabric under the presser f...

Page 32: ...g Elastic 1 Place the elastic on the fabric 2 As you sew stretch the elastic in front of and behind the presser foot Joining Fabric You can use the Elastic Stitch to join two pieces of fabric together and it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics If you are using nylon thread the stitch will not be visible 1 Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser...

Page 33: ...n the reverse side at the beginning and the end of the seams 1 First needle drop Overedge Stitching Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Double Action Stitch F 3 1 64 1 8 3 5 1 8 3 16 Bridging Stitch F 3 1 64 1 8 3 5 1 8 3 16 Rampart Stitch F 3 1 64 1 8 3 5 1 8 3 16 Stitch Name Pattern Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Smocking Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 13 64...

Page 34: ...c Overlock Stitch is shown in the illustration below Feather Stitching Use the Feather Stitch as a decorative top stitch when embroidering or when hemming blankets tablecloths or draperies 1 Set the pattern selection dial to the Feather Stitch 2 Place the fabric right side up and sew 1 cm 3 8 inch from the edge of the fabric 3 Trim close to the stitching The stitch will prevent the fabric from unr...

Page 35: ...3 32 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Leaf Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Tree Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Legs Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Decorative Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 3 16 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Stretch Overlock Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 13 64 Stretch Overlock Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 13 64 Decorative Stitch Fixed 2 5 3 32 3 ...

Page 36: ...tonhole on the fabric 1 Marks on fabric 2 Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection dial to F 3 You need to sew the front bar tack first Lower the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric 4 Open the button plate and insert the button 1 Starting mark on the fabric 2 Marks on the foot 3 Button plate 5 Lower the buttonhole lever and push it back slightly ...

Page 37: ...h to match the diameter of the gimp thread 4 Lower the presser foot and start sewing 5 Once sewing is completed gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack and then trim off the excess Adjusting Buttonholes If the stitching on the two sides of the buttonhole is not the same you can make the following adjustments 1 Set the stitch length dial between F and 1 5 and sew the buttonhole on a scrap p...

Page 38: ...ttonholes and mark the fabric Then set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch and set the width you want 2 Turn off the machine 3 Change the foot to the button sewing foot 4 Place the darning plate on the needle plate 5 Turn on the machine 6 Put a button between the foot and the fabric and make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button If it hits see step 1 7 At a s...

Page 39: ...m 3 4 inch and place the zipper under the folded section Lower the needle into the notch located either on the left or right side of the zipper foot 5 Sew from the bottom of the zipper toward the top on both sides The needle should be positioned on the zipper side of the foot for best results 6 To sew the opposite side of the zipper first turn the machine off and raise the presser foot lever Relea...

Page 40: ...le plate then turn on the machine 2 Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch 3 Put the section you want to darn under the presser foot together with fabric for reinforcement 4 Lower the presser foot 5 Begin sewing by alternating between gently drawing the work away from you and pulling it toward you 6 Repeat this motion until the darn section is filled with parallel lines of stitching...

Page 41: ...e pattern selection dial to Zigzag Stitch 3 Draw the lettering for monogramming or design for embroidering on the surface of the fabric 4 Stretch the fabric between embroidery hoops as firmly as possible with the underside of the fabric on the bottom of the inside hoop 5 Put the work under the needle and lower the presser bar with the foot removed 6 Pull the lower thread up through the starting po...

Page 42: ... the design by moving the embroidery hoop 2 Fill in the design alternating from the outline of the design to the inside and from the inside to the edge of the outline until the design is completely filled in Keep the stitching close together Memo You can make long stitches by moving the embroidery hoop rapidly and short stitches by moving it slowly 3 Secure with a few straight stitches at the end ...

Page 43: ...he walking foot 1 Turn off the machine 2 Raise the needle and the presser foot 3 Loosen the presser foot screw to remove the presser foot holder 1 Use a coin or screwdriver 2 Presser foot holder 3 Presser foot screw 4 Attach the forked section of the connecting lever to the needle clamp and fit the walking foot to the presser bar 1 Forked part of operation lever 2 Presser bar holder 3 Needle clamp...

Page 44: ...he pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch Before starting to sew draw the quilting design on the fabric Use a coin or screwdriver to tighten the screw securely If the screw is loose the needle may hit the presser foot and you may be injured Before you start sewing make sure you turn the handwheel toward you counterclockwise to check that the needle does not hit the presser foot Be careful n...

Page 45: ... selection dial to the Straight Stitch Set the stitch length between 2 1 16 inch and 2 5 3 32 inch Set the stitch width at 2 5 3 32 inch center 3 Attach the 1 4 inch Quilting Foot Turn on the machine 4 Position the presser foot over the fabric and sew as shown in the illustration below Achieving an Accurate Seam Allowance 1 Beginning of stitching 2 Align this mark with the edge of the fabric 3 End...

Page 46: ...amp screw to remove the presser foot holder and the needle 4 Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover and then slide it toward you to remove the needle plate cover 1 Needle plate cover Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine before you change the light bulb If the main power switch is on when you change the light bulb you may get an electric shock If the machine is on and you step ...

Page 47: ...2 Spring 9 Install the needle plate sliding it to the right to secure it and then tighten the screws Make sure that the tab on the left side of the needle plate is aligned with the notch in the bobbin case 1 Tab 2 Notch 3 Screws 0 Install the needle plate cover Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the notches in the needle plate and then slide the cover back into position Never use a bob...

Page 48: ...ing the fabric too much Lightly guide the fabric You have not fitted the spool properly Fit the spool properly page 21 25 The area around the hole in the nee dle plate is scratched Replace the needle plate Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched Replace the presser foot Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized ...

Page 49: ... thread properly Correct the upper threading page 21 You have not wound the bobbin thread properly Wind the bobbin thread properly page 16 You have not threaded the right combination of thread and needle for the fabric you are using Choose a thread and needle that are appropriate for the type of fabric page 26 You have not attached the presser foot holder properly Attach the presser foot holder pr...

Page 50: ...needle threader can not be used You have not moved the needle holder to its highest position Turn the handwheel toward you counterclockwise to raise the nee dle holder to the highest position page 22 You have not inserted the needle properly Insert the needle properly page 9 The stitch is not sewn correctly The presser foot that you are using is not correct for the type of stitch Attach the presse...

Page 51: ...uick set bobbin 19 24 M Main parts 5 Main power 8 Maintenance 44 Monogramming 39 N Needle checking 8 combinations with fabric and thread 26 replacing 8 Needle threader 22 O Overedge stitching 31 P Pattern selection dial 11 Patterns 12 Presser foot changing 9 Q Quick set bobbin 19 24 Quilting foot 42 R Race cleaning 44 Repacking instructions 2 Reverse sewing lever 15 S Satin stitch 28 Shell tuck st...

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