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Needle Area ................................................................. 6
Needle bar ................................................................... 6
Needle clamp screw....................................................... 6
Needle plate ................................................................. 5
Needle Position .......................................................... 27
Needle Stop Up/Down................................................ 23
Needle Thread Breaks.................................................. 44
Needle thread guide....................................................... 6
Needle threader ............................................................ 6
Needle Threader ......................................................... 16
Needles ..................................................................... 21

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ON/OFF switch...................................................... 5, 13
One-Step Buttonhole................................................... 34
One-Step Buttonhole Foot C .......................................... 8
Open the Accessory Tray................................................ 6
Overcast .................................................................... 31

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Pack Away After Sewing............................................... 13
Presser bar ................................................................... 6
Presser Feet.................................................................. 8
Presser foot.................................................................. 6
Presser foot ankle.......................................................... 6
Presser foot lift ............................................................. 6
Presser Foot Lift ......................................................... 22
Presser Foot Pressure................................................... 22
Presser foot pressure dial................................................ 5
Presser Foot Recommendation ...................................... 24

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Quilt Stitches.............................................................. 11
Quilting..................................................................... 40

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Rear Side ..................................................................... 6
Replacing the Needle Plate............................................ 43
Reverse ..................................................................... 24

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Screwdriver .................................................................. 7
Screwdriver for needle plate ............................................ 7
Seam......................................................................... 30
Seam and Overcast ...................................................... 31

Seam ripper.................................................................. 7
Selecting a Stitch ......................................................... 26
Self-Adhesive Glide Plate ............................................... 8
Sewing Buttonholes ..................................................... 34
Sewing Guide ............................................................. 28
Sewing on Buttons ...................................................... 37
Sewing Techniques ...................................................... 29
Sewing Zippers ........................................................... 38
sockets for power cord and foot control............................ 5
Speed + and – ............................................................ 23
spool cap ................................................................... 14
Spool cap, large............................................................. 7
Spool cap, small ............................................................ 7
Spool pin ..................................................................... 5
Spool Pins ................................................................. 14
Start/Stop.................................................................. 24
Stitch Length/Stitch Density ......................................... 26
Stitch Overview ............................................................ 9
Stitch Selection Buttons................................................ 24
Stitch Settings............................................................. 26
Stitch Width ............................................................... 27
STOP Function .......................................................... 23
Storage Box ................................................................. 6
Stretch (knit) fabric...................................................... 28
Stretch Hem............................................................... 33

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Technical Specification................................................. 45
The Machine Does Not Feed or Feeds Irregularly ............. 44
The Machine Skips Stitches........................................... 43
The Main Motor Becomes Overloaded ........................... 45
The Seam Has Uneven Stitches ..................................... 44
Thread cutter................................................................ 5
Thread cutter for bobbin thread ...................................... 5
Thread guide ................................................................ 5
Thread guide for auxiliary spool....................................... 5
Thread guide for bobbin winding through the needle .......... 5
thread net .................................................................. 14
Thread net ................................................................... 7
Thread take-up lever ...................................................... 5
Thread Tension .......................................................... 20
Thread tension dial........................................................ 5
Thread tension discs ...................................................... 5
Threading for Twin Needle ........................................... 17
Threading the Machine ................................................ 15
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 43
twin needle ................................................................ 17

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Unable To Sew a Buttonhole ......................................... 44
Unpacking ................................................................. 12
Utility Foot A ............................................................... 8
Utility Stitches .............................................................. 9

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Summary of Contents for Jade 20

Page 1: ...User s Guide KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING ...

Page 2: ...ed cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint...

Page 3: ...ust only be used with foot control of type C 9002 manufactured by CHIEN HUNG TAIWAN Ltd FOR OUTSIDE EUROPE This sewing machine 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 sewing machine by a person responsible for their safe...

Page 4: ...r Foot Pressure 22 Presser Foot Lift 22 Changing the Presser Foot 22 Function Buttons 23 Needle Stop Up Down With Indicator 23 STOP Function 23 FIX Function 23 Speed and 23 Start Stop 24 Reverse 24 Stitch Selection Buttons 24 Stitch Length 24 Stitch Width Needle Position 24 Mirror Side to Side 24 View Presser Foot Recommendation 24 Warning Messages 25 3 Sewing 26 Selecting a Stitch 26 Stitch Setti...

Page 5: ...7 Buttons and LED display 8 Thread cutter 9 LED lights 10 Needle plate 11 Bobbin cover 12 Free arm 13 Thread guide for auxiliary spool 14 Bobbin winder thread guide and tension disc 15 Spool pin 16 Thread cutter for bobbin thread 17 Bobbin spindle bobbin stop 18 Hole for auxiliary spool pin 19 Thread guide for bobbin winding through the needle 20 Handwheel 21 ON OFF switch sockets for power cord a...

Page 6: ... The storage box is for storing the foot control power cord and any accessories For instructions on how to remove the storage box from the machine see Unpacking page 12 Accessory Tray Store the accessories in the tray so they are easily accessible Keep the accessory tray on the machine to provide a larger flat work surface Open the Accessory Tray Open and close the compartments of the accessory tr...

Page 7: ...the machine 5 Screwdriver 6 Auxiliary spool pin 7 Seam ripper 8 Brush Use the sharp edge of the brush to clean the area around the feed teeth 9 Screwdriver for needle plate 10 Spool cap small 11 Spool cap large Included Accessories Not in Picture Foot control Power cord Needles 1 Introduction 7 ...

Page 8: ...ght toe of the foot is designed to ride along the hem edge Zipper Foot E This foot can be snapped on either to the right or to the left of the needle making it easy to sew close to both sides of the zipper teeth Move needle position to the right or left to sew closer to the zipper teeth or for covering large cording Edging Foot J This foot is used for overcasting and seam overcasting Stitches form...

Page 9: ...d non stretch fabrics 8 B 4 5 Stretch seam overcast stitch Seam and overcast in one step along the edge or trim later For medium and heavy stretch fabrics 9 3 4 Automatic button sewing For sewing on buttons 10 A 3 5 Two step zigzag For joining two pieces of lace and for elastic shirring 11 A 3 4 Reinforced zigzag For joining fabric edge to edge or overlapping in leather For decorative sewing 12 B ...

Page 10: ...laces and bands 28 B 3 4 Darning stitch Darn and mend small holes in work clothes jeans tablecloths and linen towels Stitch over the hole press reverse for continuous darning and auto stop 29 B 3 4 Bartack manual Reinforce pockets shirt openings belt loops as well as at lower end of a zipper 30 One Step Buttonhole Foot C 3 4 Round end buttonhole For blouses and children s garments 31 One Step Butt...

Page 11: ...ecommended thread tension setting for each stitch Tip Stitches 53 57 are meant to be sewn with a wing needle for a special effect Decorative Stitches 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 4 2 4 3 4 2 4 2 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 Note The numbers below the stitch number is the recommended thread tension setting for each stitch 1 Introduction 11 ...

Page 12: ...USQVARNA VIKING JADE 20 machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewing result Note Some fabrics have excess dye which can cause discoloration on other fabrics or on your sewing machine This discoloration may be very difficult or impossible to remove Fleece and denim fabric especially red and blue often contai...

Page 13: ...s a polarized plug one blade wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not modify the plug in any way Pack Away After Sewing 1 Press the ON OFF switch to O 2 Unplug the ...

Page 14: ...in a horizontal position the thread reels off the spool and a vertical position the thread spool rotates Use the horizontal position for normal threads and the vertical position for large spools or specialty threads Horizontal Position Place a felt pad and the thread spool on the spool pin Make sure that the thread reels off from the front of the spool A and slide on a spool cap Note Not all threa...

Page 15: ...resser foot is raised and the needle is in its highest position 1 Place a felt pad and the thread spool on the spool pin and fit a spool cap of the right size and direction Note Hold thread with both hands to prevent it from slacking while threading This ensures that the thread will be positioned properly in the threading path 2 Pull the thread under the thread guide A from the right to the left 3...

Page 16: ...back The hook pulls the thread through the needle eye and forms a loop behind the needle Pull the thread loop out behind the needle 4 Raise the presser foot and place the thread under it Note The needle threader is designed to be used for size 70 120 needles You cannot use the needle threader for size 60 needles or smaller wing needles or twin needles There are also some optional accessories that ...

Page 17: ...first 6 Make sure that one thread is inside the needle thread guide and the other one outside 7 Thread needle eye by hand from front to back Note Twin needle is not included with the machine Note The weight and irregular surface of specialty threads like metallics can cause increased tension on the thread Reducing the tension will prevent needle breakage Note When using a twin needle the stitch wi...

Page 18: ...ide the tension disc for correct thread tension 4 Thread through the hole in the empty bobbin G from the inside to the outside 5 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle 6 Push the bobbin spindle to the right to wind The letters SP is shown on the LED display indicating that bobbin winding is active Press the foot control or the start stop button to start winding the bobbin Hold the end of th...

Page 19: ...e is turned off before inserting or removing the bobbin 1 Open the bobbin cover by pushing the release button to the right A Remove the cover B 2 Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running in a counterclockwise direction 3 With a finger held gently on top of the bobbin pull the thread into notch C Then pull the thread at arrow markings into the needle plate thread guide from C to...

Page 20: ...on is too tight Reduce the needle thread tension Tension too loose If top thread is visible on the underside of the fabric the needle thread tension is too loose Increase the needle thread tension For decorative stitches and buttonholes the top thread should be visible on the underside of the fabric Make a few tests on a scrap piece of the fabric you are going to sew and check the tension Lowering...

Page 21: ...synthetic suedes and leathers Denim Needle Denim needle marked blue Denim needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly woven fabrics without deflecting the needle For canvas denim microfibers Wing Needle Wing needle The wing needle has wide wings on the side of the needle to poke holes in the fabric when sewing entredeux and other hemstitches on natural fiber fabrics Note For this machine use w...

Page 22: ...brics turn the dial to a lower number For heavy fabric turn the dial to a higher number Presser Foot Lift A B The presser foot is lowered or raised with the presser foot lift A If you are sewing on heavy fabric or several layers of fabric the presser foot can be raised higher B to make it easier to place the fabric underneath the presser foot Note The machine will not start when the presser foot i...

Page 23: ...lect a new stitch The STOP function is cancelled when the stitch is completed Press the button again if you wish to activate it again STOP is also used to repeat the darning or bartack stitch with the same size FIX Function FIX is used to tie off a stitch FIX is automatically activated when you use STOP while you are sewing At the beginning your machine sews a few tie off stitches and continues wi...

Page 24: ...essing two digits in quick succession you will be able to select a stitch from 10 and up If the stitch number does not exist you will hear a beep and the previous stitch selection will be kept Stitch Length Reduce or increase the stitch length by pressing or See Stitch Length Stitch Density page 26 Stitch Width Needle Position Adjust the stitch width needle position by pressing or See Stitch Width...

Page 25: ...If the needle is lowered when turning on the machine the letters UP appear on the LED display Turn the handwheel clockwise to raise the needle When the needle is fully raised the machine will calibrate and you can start sewing Main Motor Overload Your sewing machine can get overloaded when sewing on heavy fabrics if the thread gets twisted or jammed or the handwheel axle cannot move The letters E2...

Page 26: ...e When trying to exceed minimum or maximum settings a beep will be heard Stitch Length Stitch Density Stitch length default stitch length stitch length To see current stitch length press or once next to the stitch length icon The stitch length value will be indicated on the display After a few seconds the display will return to show the stitch number To change the stitch length press or button in ...

Page 27: ...djusted instead of the stitch width The or buttons are used to move the needle to the left or right in 29 positions 0 0 on the display is center needle position By pressing the button needle moves to the right By pressing the button needle moves to the left 3 5 on the display is extreme left or right position Mirror Side to Side Default stitch mirrored stitch Press the mirror side to side button t...

Page 28: ...e way the threads are put together Woven fabrics are made of two thread systems warp lengthwise and weft crosswise that intersect at right angles A knit fabric is made of one thread system with interlaced stitches A knit fabric usually has stretch As a general rule set your machine to woven for stable fabrics that have no stretch and to stretch for fabrics that have stretch A Woven light medium Ch...

Page 29: ...g and marking Use maximum stitch length and reduce the tension so the threads are easy to remove or to pull for gathering Note Basting will leave permanent holes in leather and vinyl 5 Blind hem creates an invisible hem on garments Is not recommended for light weight fabric 6 Hem the sewing guide recommends the best visible or top stitch hem for your fabric type and weight 7 Buttonhole the sewing ...

Page 30: ... sides together Put the fabric in position under the presser foot Line up the edge with the 15 mm seam guide Lower the presser foot Sew a seam Raise the presser foot and cut the threads to remove your project Tip Straight stitch can also be used for topstitching For a more visible topstitch lengthen the stitch and use heavier thread with a larger size needle Stretch stitch Fabric Stretch light cut...

Page 31: ...e threads to remove your project Seam and Overcast Woven medium and seam overcast Woven heavy and seam overcast The seam overcast stitch sews the seam and overcasts the edges all at one time There are a number of different seam overcast stitches on your machine Refer to the sewing guide to select the best stitch for your fabric Fabric Stretch medium cut in two Select Stitch number 8 Use Presser fo...

Page 32: ...he bobbin thread Blind Hem The blind hem creates an invisible hem on garments There are two types of blind hem one is recommended for medium to heavy woven fabrics the other for stretch Fabric Stretch medium heavy or woven medium heavy Select Stitch number 13 for woven fabric Stitch number 14 for stretch fabric Use Blind Hem Foot D and a needle suitable for your fabric Set Presser foot pressure as...

Page 33: ...ric Raise the presser foot Insert the multipurpose tool from behind Both sides of the multipurpose tool are raised Use the side which corresponds closest to the thickness of the seam Lower the presser foot and continue sewing slowly over the thick seam Stop sewing again just in front of the seam notice how the needle is in the fabric Remove the multipurpose tool and reinsert it under the presser f...

Page 34: ...A Insert the button The button will determine the length of the buttonhole 3 Make sure that the thread is pulled through the hole in the presser foot and placed under the foot 4 Position your project under the presser foot so that the marking on the fabric is aligned with the center of the buttonhole foot 5 Lower the buttonhole lever B all the way down Note The machine will not start to sew if the...

Page 35: ... towards you until the machine starts sewing the first column forwards 3 When the column stitching has reached your desired length push the buttonhole lever away from you until the machine starts sewing a straight stitch backwards 4 Pull the buttonhole lever towards you until the machine starts sewing the bar tack and second column forwards 5 When the columns are aligned push the buttonhole lever ...

Page 36: ...lastic bar of the One Step Buttonhole Foot Pull the thread tails under the foot towards the front then secure around the finger at the front of the foot 2 Stitch a buttonhole The satin buttonhole columns will stitch over the cord 3 When the buttonhole is finished lift the cord off the finger and pull out the slack 4 Cross the cord in front of the needle and thread cord ends into a large needle pul...

Page 37: ... Tip You can also use a sew on button foot part number 412934545 available as an optional accessory at your local authorized HUSQVARNA VIKING retailer Note The pre set width of 3mm is recommended for most buttons When sewing a tiny button or a very large coat button decrease or increase the stitch width until the swing of the needle matches the holes of the button 3 You can increase or decrease th...

Page 38: ...the right side so it stays in place A 3 Select straight stitch and move the needle position to the left Snap on the Zipper Foot E so the needle is on the left side of the foot Place fabric under the foot right side up with the zipper foot on the right side of the zipper 4 Begin stitching across the bottom turn the fabric and stitch the right side of the zipper to the top B 5 To avoid fabric shifti...

Page 39: ...tch is completed To cancel the repeat function press the STOP button Bartack Manual Woven heavy and stitch number 29 Secure elastic ends drapery pleats belt loops and pocket corners with the same look as ready to wear Place fabric under the presser foot Lower the presser foot Step on the foot control 1 Your machine will sew a straight stitch until you press reverse 2 Your machine will then sew in ...

Page 40: ...ams of your project The hand look effect is created as the bobbin thread is pulled up to the top of the quilt Note When sewing with the hand look quilting stitch the result depends on what fabric batting and thread you are using Be sure to try the stitch on a sample first Adjust the thread tension as needed for your project Note Use the edge guide to sew successive rows Insert the edge guide into ...

Page 41: ...ut 1 Attach the Open Toe Free Motion Spring Foot and lower the feed teeth Select needle stop up down to put the needle in down position 2 Sew at a constant medium speed moving the fabric at a consistent speed this will help to keep the stitches even The length of the stitch is created as you move the fabric Tip Practice free motion sewing on scraps of the fabric and batting from your quilt It is i...

Page 42: ...rewdriver for the needle plate to remove the two screws C in the needle plate Lift up the needle plate Clean the feed teeth and bobbin area with the brush included with the accessories Cleaning Under the Bobbin Area A Clean the area under the bobbin case after sewing several projects or any time you notice an accumulation of lint in the bobbin case area Remove the bobbin case by lifting it up Clea...

Page 43: ...ide of the machine Push bobbin winder spindle to sewing position The sewing machine function buttons do not respond to touch The sockets and function buttons on the machine can be sensitive to static electricity If the buttons do not respond to touch turn the machine OFF and then ON again If the problem persists contact your local authorized HUSQVARNAVIKING retailer The Machine Skips Stitches Did ...

Page 44: ... the needle plate hole damaged Change the needle plate Is the bobbin area full of lint Clean lint from bobbin area and use only the bobbins approved for this model Is the bobbin wound correctly Wind a new bobbin The Seam Has Uneven Stitches Is the thread tension correct Check needle thread tension Remove the thread completely and rethread the machine see Threading the Machine page 15 Is the thread...

Page 45: ... using with you If you have a stitch out that shows the problem please bring that as well A sewing sample will often give better information than words and help your technician diagnose the problem Non Original Parts and Accessories The warranty does not cover any defect or damage caused by use of non original accessories or parts Technical Specification Sewing Machine Rated voltage 100 240V 50 60...

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Page 47: ...nnect the power cord 13 Corded Buttonhole Stretch Fabrics 36 Crazy Quilt Stitching 40 Cutting the Thread 16 D Darning and Mending 39 Decorative Stitch Foot B 8 Decorative Stitches 11 Drop feed teeth switch 6 E edge guide 40 Edge guide 7 Edging Foot J 8 F Fabric Selection 28 feed teeth 20 felt pad 14 Felt pad 7 FIX Function 23 Free arm 5 Free Arm 14 Free Motion Quilting 40 Front 5 Function Buttons ...

Page 48: ...wing on Buttons 37 Sewing Techniques 29 Sewing Zippers 38 sockets for power cord and foot control 5 Speed and 23 spool cap 14 Spool cap large 7 Spool cap small 7 Spool pin 5 Spool Pins 14 Start Stop 24 Stitch Length Stitch Density 26 Stitch Overview 9 Stitch Selection Buttons 24 Stitch Settings 26 Stitch Width 27 STOP Function 23 Storage Box 6 Stretch knit fabric 28 Stretch Hem 33 T Technical Spec...

Page 49: ...W Warning Messages 25 Winding From Horizontal Position 18 Winding Through the Needle 19 Woven fabric 28 Z Zipper Foot E 8 49 ...

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