Matching needle / fabric / thread
NEEDLE,FABRIC,THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE
FABRICS
THREAD
9-11(65-75)
12(80)
14(90)
16(100)
18(110)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons.voile,
serge,lilk,muslin,Qiana,interlocks,cotton
knits,tricots,jerseys,crepes,woven
polyester,shirt& blouse fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton,
nylon or polyester.
Medium weight fabrics-cotton,satin,
kettlecloth,sailcloth,double knits,
lightweight woollens.
Most threads old are
medium size and
suitable for these fabrics
and needle sizes.Use
pollyester threads on
synthetic materials and
cotton on natural woven
fabrics for best results.
Always use the same
thread on top and
bottom.
Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
woolen,heavier knits,terrycloth,
denims.
Heavy duty thread,carpet
thread,(Use heavy foot
pressure-large numbers.)
Heavyweight fabrics-canvas,woolens,
outdoor tent and quilted fabrics,
denims,upholstery material (light to
medium).
Heavy woollens,overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics,some leathers and
vinyls.
IMPROTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety instructions should always be
followed, including the following:
“Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.”
“
DANGER
- To prevent the risk of electric shock:” A sewing machine should
never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from
the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
“
WARNING
- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons:”
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this
sewing machine is used by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in
this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water.
Return the appliance to EURO-PRO Operating LLC for examination, repair,
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate this appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep
ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller 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 all controls to the “Off” position, then remove the plug
from the electrical outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on the power cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not
the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around
the sewing machine needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the
needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing
it to break.
14. Switch the sewing machine “Off” when making any adjustment in the
needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading
the bobbin or changing the presser foot., etc.
15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing the cover, lubricating or when making any other user servicing
adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
16. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into 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 porper
outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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