Sewing Machine Instructions
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Note:
Do not use this machine for stretchable or knitted fabrics, such
as towels, sweaters, etc., as this machine is not intended for
such use.
Adjusting tension
A good stitch is neither too tight nor too loose. Check
both the top and bottom threads to make sure they
are smooth and even. (Figure 25)
If the top thread on your sewing machine is too
loose, the bottom thread on your fabric will look like
a very straight line. To correct this, gradually turn the
thread clamp downward (numbers go up) to increase
tension, until the stitching is smooth and even. (Figure 26)
If the bottom thread on your sewing machine is too
loose, the top thread on your fabric will look like a
very straight line. To correct this, gradually turn the
thread clamp upward (numbers go down) to decrease
tension, until the stitches are smooth and even. (Figure 27)
Using the sewing arm
To sew sleeves, cuffs, or other narrow garments, use the sewing arm.
Lift the presser foot.
1.
Position the narrow garment around the
2.
sewing arm. (Figure 28)
Lower the presser foot and follow the regular
3.
sewing instructions.
Replacing the needle
Caution:
Make sure that the machine is on off before replacing the
needle.
Figure 29
Make sure the power is OFF. Turn the hand
1.
wheel until the needle is at its highest position.
Hold the old needle with one hand while
2.
loosening the needle clamp screw with the
other. When the needle is loose, remove it
from its clamp. (Figure 29)
Insert a new needle in the clamp with the
3.
flat side toward the right. When the needle
is firmly in place, tighten the needle clamp
screw. (Figure 30)
Features
Stitch patterns
This sewing machine offers a choice of 12 stitches: 3 straight, 7
zigzag, and 2 buttonhole stitches. The 12 stitches are
illustrated to the right of the stitch pattern knob.
(Figure 31) Turn the stitch pattern knob to the number
that corresponds to your desired stitch. (Figure 32)
Buttonhole stitch
Select #12 on the stitch pattern knob. Place
1.
fabric beneath the presser foot at the exact
spot of buttonhole.
Turn the switch ON. Sew about 3-4 stitches at
2.
low speed and turn switch OFF. (Figure 33)
Select #11 on the stitch pattern knob. Turn the
3.
switch ON. Sew several stitches until you
reach the desired length of the buttonhole.
Make sure you sew in a straight line. Turn
Figure 30
Figure 31
Figure 32
Figure 33
