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Veritas

 9000A5

Sewing

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Selection option for stitches:

Repeated pressing of the function key           allows a choice of three options            ,            and           
(these are shown respectively on the LCD screen):

1.             : In this position, the ten most important stitches can be selected directly by pressing one of the 

keys «1» to «0» (the stitches are shown next to the keys 1 to 0)

2.             : In this position, the stitches 01 – 60 can be selected. Enter the stitch number using the keys 

1 to 0 (e.g. for the stitch number «32»)

3.             : In this position, the letters and numbers can be selected. For example, for the letter «A», the key 

combination 11 needs to be pressed.

Example :

You want to select the letter «D».
– After switching the machine on, it is set to direct stitch selection (            shines on the screen)
– Keep pressing the           -key until             appears in the display. Now press the key combination 

14 for the letter «D»

Selecting the stitch 

When the sewing machine (set main power switch to «I») is switched on, the straight stitch is automati-
cally set and the stitch number «1» is shown on the LCD screen.

When the stitch selection cover is opened, the printed label shows all the available stitches.

LCD screen

Stitch selection keys

Function key

Stitch selection cover

Stitch number, e.g. «32»

Function key

Direct stitch selection

Summary of Contents for 9000A5

Page 1: ...Veritas 9000A5 Operating Instructions ...

Page 2: ...tom 9 Auto lock button 9 Reverse key 9 Mounting the presser foot attaching the seam guide 10 Changing the needle 10 Winding the bobbin thread 11 Inserting the bobbin 12 Threading the upper thread 13 Using the threader 14 Thread tension 15 Bringing up the bobbin thread 16 Cutting the thread 16 Two level presser foot lift 17 Raising or lowering the feed dogs 17 Setting the contact pressure of the pr...

Page 3: ...ome caught risk of an electrical shock To prevent any risks a damaged power cable should only ever be replaced by the customer service Do not use the device in the event of a malfunction a damaged power cable if the device has fallen down or there is any other sign of damage In these cases arrange for the customer service to check the device immediately When selecting the location where the device...

Page 4: ...e packaging After unpacking please ensure that the following parts have been supplied 1 Sewing machine 2 Accessories in the accessories box 3 Foot pedal 4 Dust cover Check whether the mains supply voltage 220 240V complies with the device voltage as stated on the type plate Dispose of all plastic bags as these are dangerous for children Tip Keep all the packaging for storing the device if you do n...

Page 5: ...C M Y CM MY CY CMY K ...

Page 6: ... with window 13 Accessory box 14 Programming keys M 2x MEM and C 15 Bobbin winder 16 LCD display 17 Function keys 18 Keyboard and stitch selection keys 19 Stitch selection cover Rear side 20 Handwheel 21 Main power switch 22 Connection for power cable 23 Connection for foot control 24 Opening for second spool pin 25 Horizontal spool pin 26 Carrying handle 27 Presser foot lift 28 Presser foot attac...

Page 7: ...2 Recommended presser foot e g T see page 6 19 13 Stitch length see page 28 14 Memory mode see page 24 15 No of memory entries see page 24 16 Stitch width see page 28 1 17 Stitch length setting 18 Keyboard for stitch selection 19 Key for stitch selection see also 11 for direct stitch selection see page 20 for stitches 01 60 see page 20 for alphabet and numbers page 20 20 Stitch width setting see p...

Page 8: ...6 Blindhem presser foot F 7 Hemmer K 8 Satin stitch presser foot A 9 Quilting presser foot P 10 Darning embroidery foot 11 Pleater 12 Button sewing foot 13 Cleaning brush seam ripper 14 Spool cap large 15 Spool cap small 16 Seam guide 17 Bobbins 3 units 18 Screwdriver large and small 19 Pack of needles 20 Felt washer 21 Second spool pin Accessories not included in price 22 Twin needle option see p...

Page 9: ...e plug 2 inputs of the power cable into the mains power socket on the sewing machine Connect the mains plug to the mains power supply Set the main power switch to I on As soon as the sewing machine is switched on the sewing light will shine After use switch off the machine via the main power switch O off and disconnect the mains plug ...

Page 10: ...ewing machine will continue sewing Note If the problem continues contact the customer service Caution If the thread gets caught in the hook and the needle cannot move release the foot pedal immediately If the foot control continues to be pressed a protection function will stop the sewing machine When the main power switch is switched off O off and switched on again I on the machine is operational ...

Page 11: ... the function Auto Lock is activated press the key When using the stitch patterns 01 05 3 locking stitches are performed the display will show during this time In the case of the stitch patterns 06 16 and 30 60 appears in the display after the key is pressed The machine then sews 3 locking stitches when the foot control is pressed When the key is pressed again the function is switched off again th...

Page 12: ... guide Push the seam guide g as shown through the opening Set depending on the required width of the hem the pleat etc Changing the needle Change the needle regularly especially when it is worn and causes problems Insert the needle as shown in the following illustrations A Unscrew the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting a new needle The flat side of the shaft should be at the back...

Page 13: ...appear from the LCD screen when the bobbin winder spindle is pushed to the left into the sewing position Hold the thread tail securely and press on the foot control to start the sewing machine Press the foot control so that the sewing machine starts winding After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin Continue filling the bobbin until it is...

Page 14: ...e thread toward the left and along the inside of the spring until it slips into the notch B being sure that the thread does not slip out of the slit A Pull out about 15 cm 6 inches of thread and slide on the bobbin cover C Caution To avoid accidents when the machine is accidentally started switch off the sewing machine set main power switch to O before inserting or removing the bobbin A B C A B In...

Page 15: ...ad around the thread guide pulling the thread through the pre tension spring as illustrated 4 Pull the thread down between the silver coloured tension discs 5 Then down and around the check spring holder 6 Once at the top pull the thread from right to the left through the slotted eye of the take up lever and then down again 7 Pass the thread behind the flat horizontal thread guide 8 Guide the thre...

Page 16: ...threader automatically turns to the threading position and the tiny hook passes through the needle eye 3 Take the thread in front of the needle 4 Hold the thread loosely and release the lever slowly The hook will turn and pull the thread through the needle eye forming a loop Pull the rest of the thread through the needle eye Note To avoid accidents when the machine is accidentally started switch o...

Page 17: ...between 3 and 5 4 is basic setting For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread is slightly drawn to the left side of the fabric 1 Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing 2 Thread tension is too loose for straight stitch sewing Turn dial to higher number 3 Thread tension is too tight for straight stitch sewing Turn dial to...

Page 18: ...l on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole The bobbin thread will come up in a loop 3 Pull both threads approx 10 cm to the back under the presser foot Cutting the thread Raise the presser foot Remove the fabric draw the threads to the left side of the face cover and cut using the thread cutter The threads are cut at the proper length to start the next seam B...

Page 19: ...fabric Raising or lowering the feed dogs With the accessory box off the machine the feed dog adjustment lever can be seen on the base at the back of the sewing machine Sliding the lever to the b will lower the feed dog for example during button sewing If you wish to continue sewing normally slide the lever to the a in order to raise the feed dog Note To avoid accidents when the machine is accident...

Page 20: ...rcoat fabrics upholstery fabrics some leathers and vinyls Heavy duty thread carpet thread Table for harmonising the needle thread and fabric Important Select the right needle for the thread and fabric thickness Selecting the right needle thread and fabric Setting the contact pressure for the presser foot The contact pressure for the presser foot can be set using the dial on the upper side Normally...

Page 21: ...Needle Couture de cordon Overcasting presser foot Inserting zippers Zipper presser foot Narrow hemming Hemmer Buttonholes Buttonhole presser foot Darning freehand embroidery monograms Darning embroidery foot Sewing on buttons Button presser foot Quilting Quilting presser foot Overcasting Overcasting presser foot Pleating Pleater Blindhems Blindhem presser foot For regular transport of the fabric o...

Page 22: ...be selected For example for the letter A the key combination 11 needs to be pressed Example You want to select the letter D After switching the machine on it is set to direct stitch selection shines on the screen Keep pressing the key until appears in the display Now press the key combination 14 for the letter D Selecting the stitch When the sewing machine set main power switch to I is switched on...

Page 23: ...9 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 Overview of stitch types The following shows all the stitches of the three selection options and The part that is marked in green indicates a rapport and or unit of each stitch type respectively 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 ...

Page 24: ... width which will be indicated by numbers on the LCD screen The stitch width can be changed by pressing the stitch width buttons Press the key to increase the stitch width The stitch width can be set from 0 0 7 0 Some stitches have restricted widths Press the key to reduce the stitch width Note In the position it is not possible to change the stitch width When using twin needles the stitch width m...

Page 25: ...ns are then sown normally again not as mirror images The mirror function is also deactivated when a new stitch is selected or changed If however it remains simply press the mirror key again Note The mirror function can only be selected when the motor is at a standstill the pedal is not pressed The mirror function does not work with the stitch patterns 17 to 29 and the numbers and or letters During...

Page 26: ...d letters numbers Choose the desired stitch e g 15 This is automatically saved and the display will show a small line marking for each saved stitch In the case of the stitches 1 16 and 30 60 it is also possible to select the stitch width length or a mirror function see also page 23 These settings are automatically saved as well Repeat this process for further stitches max 30 stitches can be saved ...

Page 27: ...hes can be checked using the keys Starting the sewing process Place the fabric below the presser foot and lower the presser foot Press down the foot pedal to start sewing The triangular pointer above the lined scale indicates the status of the sewing work i e it jumps from the performed stitch pattern to the next line Finish sewing by releasing the foot pedal If the content of the memory should be...

Page 28: ...er foot and resume sewing Reverse sewing Reverse stitching is used to secure the threads at the beginning and at the end of a seam Press the reverse button and sew 4 5 stitches The machine will sew forward when the button is released Note The reverse key can only be used for the stitch types 1 6 Free arm Free arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs Veritas 900...

Page 29: ...hen hemming jeans When you reach a point of increased thickness lower the needle and raise the presser foot Press the toe of the foot and push in the black button then lower the foot and continue sewing The black button releases automatically after sewing a few stitches You also can place another piece of fabric with the same thickness at the back of the seam or support the presser foot while feed...

Page 30: ...the stitch length For sewing on very fine fabric with a longer stitch length Setting the stitch width The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 7 0 however the width can be reduced on any stitch patterns The width increases as you press the zigzag key from 0 0 7 0 Note When sewing with twin needles never set the stitch width to be wider than 3 5 Setting the stitch length The stitch d...

Page 31: ...seams on firm fabrics such as denim These stitches are highly suitable for use as decorative edging The stretch straight stitch is used for triple reinforcement of elastic and stressed seams The triple zigzag stretch is suitable for firm fabrics such as denim poplin duck etc Stretch straight stitch Straight stitch Veritas 9000A5 Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 29 ...

Page 32: ...06 and 09 only Do notset the stitch width narrower than 5 0 It is possible for the needle to hit the presser foot and break when sewing other patterns or using another width than those that are recommended Universal presser foot 1 Use the universal presser foot 2 Overcast along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge of the fabric on the right side Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 30 ...

Page 33: ...t Turn the handwheel forwards by hand until the needle swings fully to the left It should just pierce the fold of the fabric If it does not adjust the stitch width accordingly 3 Adjust the guide on the foot b by turning the knob a so that the guide just rests against the fold 4 Sew slowly guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the guide 5 Turn fabric to right side Wrong side of fabric Over...

Page 34: ... width to 2 0 7 0 according to the distance between the two holes of the button 4 Turn the handwheel to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the button 5 Before sewing press the Auto lock button to automatically sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and at the end of the stitch So that the button has a neck place a darning needle on the button and then sew 6 Fo...

Page 35: ...re sewing a buttonhole on your project practice on a scrap piece of the same type of fabric 1 Mark the positions of the buttonhole on the fabric The maximum automatic buttonhole length is 3 cm 1 3 16 inch Total of diameter thickness of button buttonhole length 2 Attach the buttonhole foot then pull out the button holder plate and insert the button The size of the buttonhole is determined by the bu...

Page 36: ...Note When you select any buttonhole pattern the LCD screen will display the symbol to remind you to lower the buttonhole lever 5 Hold the end of the upper thread lightly and start sewing Note Guide the fabric gently with your hands Before stopping the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the buttonhole is sewn 6 Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the ...

Page 37: ...holes on stretch fabrics For buttonholes on stretch fabrics use gimp thread 1 Attach the buttonhole foot and hook the gimp thread onto the back of the presser foot Bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot and insert them into the grooves then temporarily tie them there Lower the presser foot and start sewing Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread 2 Once sewing i...

Page 38: ... 5 0 mm 3 Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching and then lower the presser foot lever Press the foot pedal The machine stops automatically at the end of the stitch 4 Make a hole in the fabric using an eyelet punch Note If thin thread is used the stitching may not be dense enough If this occurs sew the eyelet twice one on top of the other Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 36 ...

Page 39: ...er the centre of the tear and lower 3 Pull the button holder to the rear Set the button guide plate on the buttonhole foot to the desired length of the darning stitch The size of one darning stitch is variable and depends on whether or not the button holder is extended A Length of the darning stitch the maximum stitch length is 2 6 cm B Width of the darning area the maximum stitch width is 7 mm Ve...

Page 40: ...t be sewn with the correct size When you select any buttonhole pattern or darning pattern the LCD screen will display the symbol to remind you to pull down the buttonhole lever 8 Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your hand and then start sewing The darning stitch 29 is sewn from front to back and then vice versa After 8 cycles the machine stops automatically at the back Note The stitch wi...

Page 41: ...oot with the middle of the two edges of the fabric and start sewing 3 Remove the paper after sewing Patchwork stitch 1 Place the two pieces of fabric onto the right side and sew together using the straight stitch Open the seam overhang and iron flat 2 Place the middle of the presser foot onto the line of the seam and sow over the seam line Thin paper Baste Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 39 ...

Page 42: ...owance Place the zipper face down on the seam allowance with the teeth against the seam line Baste the zipper tape 3 Attach the zipper foot Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the holder when sewing the left side of the zipper 4 Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper 5 Stitch the left side of the zipper from bot...

Page 43: ...ft side of the zipper Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper 4 Stitch the left side of the zipper from bottom to top 5 Turn the garment so that the top of the fabric faces upwards Sew crosswise at the bottom Then sew the right side of the zipper 6 Stop about 5 cm before the top end of the zipper Remove the holding threads an...

Page 44: ...a further 3 mm along around 5 cm of the edge of the fabric 2 Turn the handwheel until the needle enters the hem Lower the presser foot Sew several stitches and then lift the presser foot again Insert the hem into the spiral shaped opening of the hemming foot Move the fabric backwards and forwards until the hem rolls up 3 Lower the presser foot and start sewing slowly whilst carefully feeding the r...

Page 45: ...t keep the cord in the right position whilst it is being sewn over Select the stitch and stitch width so that the stitches just reach over the cord Lower the presser foot and sew slowly guiding the cord along the pattern Sewing triple cords Push the sewing thread to the left and insert the three cords into the grooves below the presser foot Pull each of the cords out about 5 cm behind the presser ...

Page 46: ...itches to slide easily and the fabric to be moved evenly The satin and decorative stitches themselves can be modified by adjusting the stitch lengths and widths It is recommended trying out various stitch types and settings first on spare pieces of fabric Note When sewing on very light and thin fabrics it is recommended reinforcing the reverse of the fabric with fleece Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 44 ...

Page 47: ...hat the needle could hit the presser foot and break when other patterns are used Insert the quilting guide in the presser foot holder as illustrated and set the space as you desire Sew the first row and move the fabric to sew parallel rows of channel quilting with the guide riding along the previous row of stitching Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 45 ...

Page 48: ...ghter pleats are required reduce the tension of the upper thread and set to below 2 so that the bobbin thread lies on the reverse if the garment 4 Pull the lower threads until the required quantity and or density of pleats is achieved Then tie the threads 5 Iron the pleats flat Notas You can also use the universal foot and then pleat by hand First set the thread tension to below 2 and then pleat t...

Page 49: ... Ruffling on page 46 2 Tie the threads together on one side Pull the lower threads and distribute the pleats evenly Affix the threads on the other side 3 Reduce the thread tension and if necessary sew a decorative stitch between the lines of straight stitches 4 Pull out the threads from the lines of ruffling stitches Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 47 ...

Page 50: ...ee motion darning foot on firmly from behind with your index finger and tighten the screw c Begin by sewing around the edges of the hole to secure the threads Working from left to right sew over the hole in a constant and continuous movement Turn the work by 1 4 and sew over the first stitching moving the work slower over the hole to separate the threads and not form big gaps between the threads N...

Page 51: ...itches close together You will get longer stitches by moving the hoop faster and shorter stitches by moving the hoop more slowly Secure with a reinforcement stitch at the end by press Auto lock button Monograms Select the zigzag stitch pattern and adjust the stitch width as desired Sew at a constant speed moving the hoop slowly along the lettering When the letter is finished Secure with a reinforc...

Page 52: ...Scallop trim 1 Sew on the hem line 2 Cut off the fabric close to the edge of the hem Ensure that the thread is not cut Veritas 9000A5 Sewing 50 ...

Page 53: ...r thread and second thread at the same time as usual Note When sewing with a twin needle both threads need to be of the same thickness One or two colours can be used 4 Thread both threads by hand through the eyes of the needles the automatic threader does not work with the twin needle 5 Select a stitch from the stitch patterns 01 16 or 30 60 Select stitch width 1 0 to maximum 3 0 Notas Set the sti...

Page 54: ...together of checks stripes and patterns It also serves regular fabric transportation for difficult fabrics 1 Raise the presser foot lift to lift the presser foot rod 2 Remove the screws on the presser foot rod turn anti clockwise and take the presser foot holder away 3 Attach the walking foot as follows Arm a lies over the needle clamp screw and the needle bar b Attach the holder from the left to ...

Page 55: ... and take out the bobbin case 2 Clean the hook holder with a brush and oil occasionally The hook race and feed dogs 1 Remove the needle presser foot and presser foot holder Remove the hook lid and take out the bobbin case Remove the screw on the needle plate and take out the needle plate 2 Lift and take out the bobbin case 3 Clean the hook race feed dogs and bobbin case with a brush You can also u...

Page 56: ... sewing machine is dirty dip a soft cloth into water containing a little neutral detergent wring out and then clean the surfaces Then wipe the surfaces dry with a dry cloth Changing the bulb Note Disconnect the sewing machine and wait until the lamp bulb 12V 5W has cooled down before you touch it 1 Loosen the plastic cover a on the face side Unscrew the screw b and then remove the cover c 2 Pull t...

Page 57: ...serted Insert the needle correctly flat side towards the back 10 Wrong needle size for the fabric Choose a suitable needle 18 The wrong presser foot is attached Select the correct presser foot see sewing examples from page 28 28 ff The needle clamp screw is loose Reinsert the needle and retighten the screw 10 The presser foot that is used is not appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to ...

Page 58: ...ng sound coming from internal motor Normal Thread is caught in the needle bar Remove the upper thread and bobbin case turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by hand and remove the thread and lint If the motor was jammed for several seconds the protection switch may be triggered Switch the machine off and on again after a few seconds a few seconds 12 13 Transport is full of lint Remove the lint ...

Page 59: ...en handle is folded down Approx 400 x 310 x 175 mm W x H x D Cable length Power cable Approx 1 8 m Foot control cable Approx 1 5 m Weight Machine Approx 7 6 kg Material Aluminium plastic Operating elements Mains power switch ON OFF Available Foot control for sewing speed Available Display elements Stitch display Available Sewing light Available Looper system Horizontal hook Needle system 130 705H ...

Page 60: ...Service number for complaints 442030244354 021D5A0106 GB Jul 07 ...

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