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Needle and thread table

Selecting the needle

Needle selection

Weight Fabric

Needle type

Needle size

Very
light

Chiffon, crêpe de chine,
sheer crêpe

Silk crêpe,
Georgette

7HAx1GT

Light

Silk, crêpe de chine,
sheer crêpe

Silk crêpe,
Georgette

7HAx1GT

Medium

Chambray, handkerchief linen,
gingham, challis percale, wool
crêpe, pure silk, taffeta

Blue Tip

75

Medium

Cotton satin, surah silk, crêpe
reinforced with cotton satin,
Qiana

Woven fabrics 70

Medium

Single stretch knitted fabric,
thin jersey, swimwear
and tricot

Super Stretch 75

Medium

Any type of Microtex
(functional material)

Microtex

60–70

Medium

Suede

Leather needle 90

Medium

Flannel, velour, velvet, muslin,
velveteen

Universal
Woven fabrics

80

Heavy

Poplin, corded wool fabric, linen,
chintz, gabardine, felt, terry
fabrics, hand woven linen, quilting,
double knitted fabric (synthetic
or natural)

Universal
Woven fabrics

90

Heavy

All stretch fabrics, fabrics with
stretch content, stretch velour,
stretch terry fabrics, greasy wool
fabrics

Super Stretch 90

Heavy

Leather, vinyl, suede

Leather needle 90–100

Heavy

Jeans, canvas, drill

Jeans needle

100

Very
heavy

Double-faced wool, heavy
coat cloth, imitation fur, towelling,
leather, suede

Leather needle 100

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Summary of Contents for N 8000 Exklusive

Page 1: ...Sewing machine W6 N 8000 Exklusive Instruction manual 1 ...

Page 2: ...ervice Guarantee Registration W6 WERTARBEIT also offers the following options on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit de and under Service Help select Criteria for the optimal threading of a W6 N 8000 Exklusive 4 min video A tutorial video specifically for the W6 N 8000 Exklusive Maintenance tips and tricks for the W6 N 8000 Exklusive A visual selection of stitche...

Page 3: ... to know the machine 15 3 1 Front view 16 3 2 View of the presser foot automatic needle threader and needle plate 17 3 3 Top view 18 3 4 Rear view 20 3 5 Extension table 20 3 6 Removing the extension table 21 3 7 Connecting the machine 22 3 8 Foot controller 23 4 Accessories 24 5 Operating elements 29 5 1 Start Stop button 30 5 2 Reverse button 30 5 3 Needle Up Down Slow Sewing button 31 5 4 Threa...

Page 4: ...n the hook race 53 8 5 Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread 55 9 What do I do with the upper thread 57 9 1 Threading the upper thread 57 9 2 Using the needle threader 60 9 3 Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread 62 10 Sewing a test seam 64 10 1 Sewing a test seam using straight stitch as an example 64 10 2 Backtacking options 67 10 2 1 Sewing in reverse 67 10 2 2 Automat...

Page 5: ...ppliqués Appliqué 149 11 2 23 Quilting bar 151 11 2 24 Walking foot 152 11 2 25 Narrow hems 155 11 2 26 Sewing on cords 157 12 Maintenance 159 12 1 Inspection at W6 159 12 2 Maintenance to be carried out by the customer 160 12 2 1 Checking the needle plate 160 12 2 2 Checking the needle Why using W6 needles is important 160 12 2 3 Cleaning the hook hook race and feed dogs 161 12 2 4 Checking the h...

Page 6: ...note of the following points when handling the machine When unpacking make sure that you choose a secure surface to unpack the machine safely Keep animals and objects away from the area around the sewing machine Always operate the machine on a sturdy clean and level surface Keep children away from the machine Always keep animals and objects away from the area around the foot controller Replace def...

Page 7: ...zard 1 4 Tips for a long service life To ensure a long service life please take note of the following Do not expose the machine to direct sunlight moisture or high levels of humidity Clean your machine regularly Perform these tasks thoroughly and at least once a year In the event of increased use more frequently When cleaning the machine only use dry or damp cloths Never use benzine thinners or ot...

Page 8: ...ing the machine Do not dismantle the machine but leave this to a trained specialist You are personally suited to operate the sewing machine In case of doubt always contact our Service Department To do so contact W6 WERTARBEIT directly by email info w6 wertarbeit de Only allow an authorised workshop to work on electrical components W6 WERTARBEIT also offers the following options on its website for ...

Page 9: ...all packaging material is stored out of the reach of children DANGER There is a risk of suffocation On delivery the machine is packed in a plastic bag There is a risk of suffocation for children who play with it Cut up the plastic bags Make sure that children do not play with the packaging material CAUTION The machine is supplied with a needle installed There is a risk of being pricked by the need...

Page 10: ...ors or other heat sources 2 3 Connecting the machine Prerequisite The power cable is not damaged There are no heavy objects on the cable The cable is not exposed to high temperatures The mains voltage is 230 volts DANGER Danger to life posed by electric shock The sewing machine operates at low voltage Improper connection poses the risk of an electric shock Only use an easily accessible power socke...

Page 11: ...out the following steps 1 Place the machine on a sturdy non slip and adequately sized table 2 Plug the power plug into the sewing machine socket 3 Plug the power plug into the power socket 4 Plug the foot controller plug into the sewing machine socket 11 ...

Page 12: ... the foot controller is pressed the faster the machine sews 7 Release the foot controller when you want to stop sewing 8 Set the on off switch to the 0 OFF position to switch the machine off The machine is connected 2 4 Unplugging the power plug In the following situations you should switch the machine off at the on off switch and pull the plug out of the socket If the machine is left unattended I...

Page 13: ...r embroidery available patterns vary depending on the model With the W6 embroidery software you can also easily create any customised embroidery you fancy A basic W6 embroidery software is included in the embroidery unit price Data is transferred from the embroidery software to the embroidery unit using a USB stick 1 Switch off the sewing machine s power plug to connect the embroidery unit and low...

Page 14: ...nt You can carry out the following on the sewing machine Start stop Thread cutter Needle stop up down slow sewing Speed control Winding When you connect the embroidery unit the needle stop position is set to up For more details on use refer to the instruction manual that came with the embroidery unit After embroidering raise the feed dogs again by pushing the drop feed lever to the right and turni...

Page 15: ...ne parts and what they are called Front view Section 3 1 View of the presser foot automatic needle threader and needle plate Section 3 2 View top view Section 3 3 Rear view Section 3 4 Extension table Section 3 5 Removing the extension table Section 3 6 Connecting the machine Section 3 7 Foot controller Section 3 8 15 ...

Page 16: ...Section 5 3 02 Thread Cutter button 03 Speed control 04 Top cover 05 LCD display 06 Control panel 07 Hand wheel 08 Adjustable foot pressure dial 09 Light cover not visible 10 Reverse button 11 Start Stop button for sewing without foot controller 12 Extension table 13 Knee lever connection to insert the knee lever 16 ...

Page 17: ... thread cutter 15 Hole for magnifier 16 Lowerable buttonhole lever 17 Lowerable needle threader lever 18 Needle threader 19 Presser foot holder 20 Presser foot 21 Feed dogs 22 Needle clamp screw 23 Thread guide needle support 24 Needle 25 Locking button for presser foot 26 Needle plate 27 Bobbin cover release button 28 Bobbin cover 17 ...

Page 18: ...line 3 3 Top view Lift the top of the head cover to open the top cover No Designation 29 Inside the top cover 30 Pattern table 31 Bobbin guide 32 Thread guide 33 Thread guide 34 Thread take up lever inside 35 Thread tension regulator inside 36 Spool cap small 37 Horizontal spool pin 38 Felt washer 39 Bobbin guide 40 Thread cutter 41 Bobbin winder stop 42 Bobbin winder spindle 43 Extra spool pin 18...

Page 19: ...Machine parts No Designation 44 Handle 45 Manual thread cutter 46 Presser foot lifter 47 Connection for embroidery unit 48 Power switch On Off 49 Power cable connection socket 50 Foot controller socket 51 Foot controller 52 Power cable 19 ...

Page 20: ...ion 53 Drop feed lever The drop feed lever can only be accessed when the extension table has been removed 3 5 Extension table Extension table Opening the accessory compartment Grab the front rear compartment and pull it out a Front compartment b Rear compartment 20 ...

Page 21: ...ension table with your finger on the bottom left and pull it to the left Slide it to the right to insert Free arm sewing Simply remove the extension table for free arm sewing You can use this machine as a free arm machine You can sew armholes cuffs and trouser hems etc really easily Please see Removing the extension table 21 ...

Page 22: ...6 To switch off the machine set the power switch to the off position O symbol and then unplug the power plug from the socket DANGER Reducing the risk of electric shock Do not leave the machine unattended when it is connected to the mains power Always unplug the plug from the socket immediately after use and before maintenance work WARNING Reducing the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury Do...

Page 23: ...he power switch 5 A light comes on when the switch is turned on 6 The harder you press the foot controller down the faster the machine sews When you release the foot controller the machine stops Alternatively you can press the Start Stop button Section 5 1 WARNING Reducing the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury Switch off the power switch before connecting the foot controller to the machi...

Page 24: ...nee lifter Walking foot On the machine on delivery Picture Designation Standard foot Spool cap small for W6 spools On the accessory shelf front compartment Picture Designation Satin stitch foot Overcasting overlock foot Blind hem foot Button foot Zipper foot Screwdriver for needle plate Four W6 plastic bobbins one in the machine Seam ripper 24 ...

Page 25: ...river Brush Quilting bar Spool cap large Felt washer Extra spool pin external to attach to the winder see Section 3 3 no 43 Selection of needles for standard woven fabrics Foot for straight stitches quilting seams Overlock foot Cording foot Darning embroidery foot In the rear accessory compartment Picture Designation Buttonhole foot Magnifier 25 ...

Page 26: ...nd insert the pin b into the hole for the magnifier c until it stops 2 Move the magnifier glass to adjust it to see the needle area better 3 Before sewing attach the magnifier to the side of the light cover so that it does not disturb the sewing process PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention It s dangerous to sew using the magnifier Only use the magnifier when the machine is stationary 26 ...

Page 27: ...NING Reducing the fire hazard Do not leave the magnifier in direct sunlight This can cause a fire Knee lifter By attaching the knee lifter to the machine you can raise or lower the presser foot with your knee 1 Plug the knee lifter into the sewing machine socket so that the raised parts a fit into the socket s slots b 2 Push the lever to the right to raise the foot Release the lever to lower the f...

Page 28: ...Knee lifter Accessories Dust cover Cover the machine with the dust cover when not in use b Extra storage compartment NOTE Do not remove the polystyrene a from the inside of the dust cover 28 ...

Page 29: ...ter button Section 5 4 Speed control Section 5 5 Presser foot lifter Section 5 6 Drop feed lever Section 5 7 Thread tension dial Section 5 8 Start screen Section 5 9 Using the Help button Section 5 10 Utility stitch selection Section 5 11 Selecting other utility stitches Section 5 12 Stitch Settings screen Section 5 13 Stitch Settings screen mirror stretch Section 5 14 Stitch Settings screen threa...

Page 30: ...en lowered If the red light is on the machine will not start when the Start Stop button is pressed If the upper thread is not threaded the machine stops after a few turns upper thread sensor NOTE When the foot controller is plugged in the Start Stop button is disabled 5 2 Reverse button B The machine sews in reverse at low speed while this button is pressed and stops when it is released NOTE When ...

Page 31: ...controller 31 Please note Only use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread Always press the Needle Up Needle Down button before threading Reason The thread take up lever and threader move into the correct threading position Failure to do this will result in a faulty seam pattern and damage to the threader no warranty PLEASE NOTE Only use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread Poor...

Page 32: ...a Front view b Rear view c Feed dogs Move the drop feed lever to the right for normal sewing This moves the feed dogs to the highest position The lever should be in this position for most sewing operations For darning or embroidering with the W6 embroidery unit or if the fabric is to be moved by hand move the drop feed lever to the left to lower the feed dogs Raise the feed dogs again for normal s...

Page 33: ...te voile etc The tension is increased for heavy fabrics such as denim or canvas To increase the tension turn the dial to 5 To reduce the tension turn the dial to 1 Setting 2 or 3 is suitable for most fabrics 5 9 Start screen When you switch on the power the display shows the Start screen All operations are started from this screen Utility Stitch button A To select a utility stitch press this butto...

Page 34: ...TE Accident prevention When activating this function do not press any button other than the Needle Up Down Slow Sewing button Use this button to switch the settings for beep LED light or twin needle mode on or off Beep h1 Press the ON button to switch the beep on Press the OFF button to switch the beep off PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention If you turn off the beep you will not hear a warning sound i...

Page 35: ...lp button When you press the help button on the Start screen you can get information on Winding Inserting the bobbin Threading the upper thread and Changing the presser foot 1 Press the Help button on the Start screen The help menu appears a Winding the bobbin b Inserting the bobbin c Threading the upper thread d Changing the presser foot 2 Press the menu button for the topic you want to find out ...

Page 36: ...uctions at the same time 4 The button disappears once the last instruction has been completed Press the Start button to return to the Start screen Press the Return button to display the help menu 5 11 Utility stitch selection You can sew 64 utility stitches with this machine Please see inside the top cover Direct Selection button You can use these buttons A to select the basic utility stitches The...

Page 37: ...es 1 Press the Utility Stitch button on the Start screen The first Stitch Selection screen is displayed There are four Stitch Selection screens 2 Press the or button to select the appropriate screen 3 Press the stitch button straight away The selected stitch is displayed on the screen 37 ...

Page 38: ...cifies the needle position by selecting the Needle Up Needle Down button Up position Down position When you switch on the machine the needle stop position is set to down Automatic Tie off Automatic Tie off and Cut button E You can sew a tie off stitch at the beginning and end of the stitch by pressing the Tie off Cut button once You can also cut the threads automatically after sewing the tie off s...

Page 39: ...ically sews tie off stitches and starts sewing the selected pattern You can interrupt the sewing process by pressing the Start Stop button 3 When you have reached the end of the seam press the Reverse button once The machine sews tie off stitches and stops automatically The machine sews tie off stitches cuts the threads and stops automatically Automatic tie off utility stitch no 3 4 48 50 64 In th...

Page 40: ... is far left 7 0 is far right and 3 5 is in the middle Stitch length G The preset stitch length is displayed in green when the stitch is selected You can change them by pressing the or button Screen Change Settings button H There are three Edit screens Stitch width length for this screen h1 Mirror stretch h2 If this button is not shown mirror stretch cannot be set for the selected stitch Thread te...

Page 41: ...ode Stitch width length and thread tension A Mirror button B By pressing this button the stitch is mirrored as follows Mirroring Reversing Mirroring and rotating 1 Original green 3 Original green 5 Original green 2 Mirroring 4 Reversing 6 Mirroring 7 Reversing 8 Mirroring and rotating Stretching C By pressing this button you can sew a stretched stitch 1 Original green 2 Stretched 41 ...

Page 42: ...sion button Stitch width and length A Thread tension B Press the button for higher tension Press the button for lower tension The value changes and the arrow moves up or down The preset value is displayed in green Preset thread tension The upper and lower thread interlock roughly in the middle of the fabric This principle does not apply to stretch stitches Stretch stitches tend to have a stronger ...

Page 43: ...ct presser foot for each pattern or purpose Check the presser foot for the corresponding pattern 1 Turn the hand wheel towards you until it is in its highest position The a mark on the hand wheel goes up 2 Raise the presser foot lifter 3 Remove the presser foot by pushing the presser foot release lever b towards you The presser foot is released 4 Place the presser foot you want with its bar c dire...

Page 44: ...e the presser foot 6 2 Changing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder to clean the machine or fit an extra foot optional 1 Remove the presser foot See previous section 2 Loosen the slotted screw for the presser foot a and remove the presser foot holder The presser foot holder is released 3 To refit it pull the holder up as far as possible from underneath the presser foot bar b 4 T...

Page 45: ...r safety s sake always use original W6 WERTARBEIT needles 7 1 Checking the needle Safety instruction Use of needles Only use W6 WERTARBEIT 130 705 H system needles Never use bent worn or inferior quality needles Never use needles with bent or damaged tips CAUTION Risk of injury posed by breaking needles Worn or damaged needles may break and damage the machine There is a risk of injury posed by unc...

Page 46: ... carrying out the following procedure If you place a cloth on the metal needle plate you prevent the needle from falling into the machine 1 Turn the hand wheel towards you until it is in its highest position The a mark on the hand wheel goes up 2 Lower the presser foot lifter 3 Loosen the needle clamp screw 4 Remove the needle 46 ...

Page 47: ...able Good sewing begins with the correct selection of a needle that suits the material to be sewn The table below helps in this regard Take note of the following basic principles when selecting materials Needle and thread must match the fabric that is to be sewn Always use thread of the same weight and the same material for the upper and lower threads Only use sharp straight undamaged and high qua...

Page 48: ... and tricot Super Stretch 75 Medium Any type of Microtex functional material Microtex 60 70 Medium Suede Leather needle 90 Medium Flannel velour velvet muslin velveteen Universal Woven fabrics 80 Heavy Poplin corded wool fabric linen chintz gabardine felt terry fabrics hand woven linen quilting double knitted fabric synthetic or natural Universal Woven fabrics 90 Heavy All stretch fabrics fabrics ...

Page 49: ... quilting 75 90 Super Stretch HAx1SP Sewing stretch and non stretch fabrics 75 90 Microtex For microfibre 60 70 Titanium Embroidery or for extremely demanding requirements 75 80 90 Top Stitch Decorative thread embroidery 80 Twin Stretch Twin needle 4 mm Hemming T shirt seams 75 Twin Twin needle 2 mm Normal to light tucks decorative seams 80 Blue Tip Embroidery or quilting 75 49 ...

Page 50: ... 8 1 Why use W6 bobbins Only W6 plastic bobbins fit perfectly in your W6 sewing machine Bobbins made by other manufacturers and metal bobbins do not fit and lead to a seam with an unsatisfactory appearance or damage to the machine 8 2 Removing the bobbin 1 Raise the presser foot lifter 2 Slide the bobbin cover release button to the right and remove the bobbin cover 3 Take the bobbin out of the mac...

Page 51: ...lay shows the winder mode 3 Place the felt washer c on the right side of the spool Guide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread unwinds smoothly from the front Place the small spool cap d as close as possible to the spool pin Lay the spool down horizontally Please note The thread on the spool must be able to unwind smoothly 4 Hold the thread with both hands and hook the thread into the gu...

Page 52: ... 6 Guide the thread to the right and thread it through the thread guide from the back Guide the thread anti clockwise under the tension disc 7 Hold the thread with your left hand and wind the thread around the bobbin 4 to 5 times 8 Place the thread from left to right under the front hook on the bobbin guide f and cut the thread 52 ...

Page 53: ...e bobbin off the spindle Hook the thread into the thread cutter g from the rear on the left and pull forwards to the right Please note Make sure that the bobbin threads never get into the winder spindle This can lead to damage 8 4 Inserting a plastic bobbin in the hook race 1 Hold the plastic bobbin between your thumb and index finger in your left hand The lower thread must hang down the left side...

Page 54: ... hook race keeping it taut The slot is located at the 7 o clock position 4 Proceed by holding the plastic bobbin with the index finger on your right hand and guide the thread to the left around the hook race 9 o clock position keeping it taut The thread slides between the tension springs with a soft click slot 7 o clock and 9 o clock position Pull the lower thread through the light grey slot on th...

Page 55: ...under Service Help W6 N 8000 Exklusive Videos Optimal Threading approx 4 minutes long 8 5 Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread 1 Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Then press the Needle Up Needle Down button once 2 Hold the upper thread taut in your left hand 3 Press the Needle Up Needle Down button once The lower thread is pulled up 4 Pull the lower thread which create...

Page 56: ...sily The threads cannot be pulled evenly and easily This is caused either by the spool unwinding badly or by inferior quality thread Turn the spool and invert it on the spool pin Always place the spool in a horizontal lying position Only use W6 thread 6 Close the hook race with the plastic bobbin cover The bobbin cover is in the correct position if it clicks into place when inserted 56 ...

Page 57: ...ad Section 9 1 Using the needle threader Section 9 2 Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread Section 9 3 9 1 Threading the upper thread 1 Set the presser foot lever to the upper position 2 Press the Needle Up Needle Down button The thread take up lever and threader automatically move into the correct position 57 ...

Page 58: ...ing 4 Unwind approx 30 cm of thread from the spool Hold the thread on the spool taut Pull the upper thread tightly into the thread guides 1 to 2 5 Guide the thread to the front and thread it from right to left towards 3 6 Guide the thread to the left and pull it taut into the slot down towards 4 7 Guide the thread from right to left and pull it taut up towards 5 58 ...

Page 59: ...n again from right to left through the slot 9 Pull the thread taut through the slot down towards 6 to the metal needle clamp 10 Pull the thread through the needle holder s metal thread guide to the left 11 Pull the thread through the eye of the needle from front to back Alternatively you can use the needle threader see Section 9 2 Needle threader 59 ...

Page 60: ...ot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity ...

Page 61: ...he right 3 Pull the thread into the guide b The thread hooks into c 4 Hook the thread into the thread cutter d from the back to front Pull to cut the thread 5 Push the lever down again and release it The hook turns and guides the thread through the eye of the needle by making a loop 6 Pull the thread out of the eye 61 ...

Page 62: ...edle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Optimal Threading video that is just 4 minu...

Page 63: ...ngle 4 Pull the upper and lower threads about 8 cm to the left It should be possible to pull both threads evenly and easily The threads cannot be pulled evenly and easily This is caused either by the spool unwinding badly or by inferior quality thread Turn the spool and invert it on the spool pin Always place the spool in a horizontal lying position Only use W6 thread 5 Close the hook race with th...

Page 64: ...reading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the eve...

Page 65: ...ut until you have sewn a few stitches Guide the fabric slightly when sewing You can adjust the sewing speed by moving the speed control during sewing too You can also reduce the sewing speed by pressing the Slow Sewing button PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention Pay attention to the tip of the needle Do not push or pull the fabric as it is automatically transported by the machine 4 When you reach the e...

Page 66: ...sition setting does not change even if the needle goes up Please note Never pull the fabric when the thread cutter is working This leads to damage that is not covered by warranty see Section 5 4 6 Raise the presser foot lifter and remove the fabric Upper thread sensor If the upper thread is torn or missing the machine stops automatically and a message appears Thread the upper thread again and cont...

Page 67: ...0 2 Backtacking options 10 2 1 Sewing in reverse Sewing in reverse is used to reinforce the beginning and end of a seam You can sew in reverse using the Reverse button The machine sews in reverse as long as you keep the button pressed As soon as you release the button sewing in reverse stops 1 Place the fabric in the position where the reverse stitch is to be sewn and lower the presser foot 2 Pres...

Page 68: ...end of the stitch by pressing the Tie off Cut button once You can also cut the threads automatically after sewing the tie off stitches by pressing the Tie off Cut button twice 1 Select the pattern Press the Tie off Cut button once if you only want to sew tie off stitches is shown on the LCD display 1b Select the pattern Press the Tie off Cut button twice if you want to sew tie off stitches and cut...

Page 69: ... the seam press the Reverse button once The machine sews tie off stitches and stops automatically The machine sews tie off stitches cuts the threads and stops automatically Automatic tie off utility stitch no 3 4 48 50 64 In this case the Tie off Cut button is set to automatic cutting only Pattern overview 69 ...

Page 70: ...igzag stitch program 14 Section 12 2 7 Overcasting overlock programs 14 17 21 and 37 Section 12 2 8 Scalloped hem program 20 Section 12 2 9 Stretch non stretch blind stitch programs 24 and 25 Section 12 2 10 Buttonholes programs 50 to 62 Section 12 2 11 Automatic bar tack Darning programs 63 and 64 Section 11 2 12 Patches Patchwork program 01 Section 11 2 13 Antique and nostalgia stitch program 30...

Page 71: ... pattern The following table shows all patterns offered by the machine with what they are called and their settings for practical application Similarly the correct presser foot as well as the recommended W6 needle size are noted for each pattern Designation Program Program no Presser foot Needle Prerequisites Utility stitches 01 08 12 25 36 37 48 49 Presser foot W6 standard foot or W6 special feet...

Page 72: ...be well tacked beforehand to prevent the QUILTING STITCHES from being displaced Quilting stitches Decorative stitches 17 22 28 31 The bold part of the decorative stitch is always one pattern unit that is stored Designation Program Program no Presser foot Needle Prerequisites Buttonholes 50 63 Presser foot Buttonhole foot Prerequisite Use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread W6 multi col...

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Page 74: ...t or W6 open toe satin stitch foot Prerequisite Place W6 stabiliser or W6 decorative stabiliser under the fabric to secure the fabric Use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread multi coloured thread Needles W6 Top Stitch Antique and nostalgia stitches Decorative stitches 01 02 04 16 27 32 34 41 45 The bold part of the decorative stitch is always one pattern unit that is stored 74 ...

Page 75: ... foot W6 satin stitch foot or W6 open toe satin stitch foot Prerequisite Place W6 stabiliser or W6 decorative stabiliser under the fabric to secure the fabric Use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread W6 multi coloured thread Needles W6 Top Stitch The bold part of the decorative stitch is always one pattern unit that is stored 75 ...

Page 76: ...der the fabric to secure the fabric Use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread W6 multi coloured thread Needle W6 Top Stitch The bold part of the decorative stitch is always one pattern unit that is stored Pattern index Designation Program Pattern Presser foot Needle always use a stabiliser Letters numerals and special characters Decorative stitches Or W6 open toe satin stitch foot availa...

Page 77: ...s Decorative stitches Or W6 open toe satin stitch foot available as an option W6 Top Stitch always use a stabiliser Pattern index Designation Program Pattern Presser foot Needle always use a stabiliser Letters numerals and special characters Decorative stitches Or W6 open toe satin stitch foot available as an option W6 Top Stitch always use a stabiliser 77 ...

Page 78: ...the straight stitch presser foot When sewing with the standard foot the needle position can be changed as required 78 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower t...

Page 79: ...gth 3 In the case of thicker non stretch fabrics e g denim length 4 5 Use a W6 Super Stretch 90 HAx1SP needle for stretch and non stretch fabrics or a W6 Super Stretch 75 HAx1SP needle for thinner fabrics Straight stitch 1 Place the fabric under the presser foot Lower the presser foot 2 Hold the upper thread loosely and start sewing Place your hand lightly on the fabric while sewing 3 When you hav...

Page 80: ... stitches forwards then 4 to 5 stitches backwards and then continues sewing forwards 3 When you have reached the end of the seam press the Reverse button once The machine sews a few stitches backwards and then a few stitches forwards and then stops 4 Press the Thread Cutter button NOTE If you press the Tie off Cut button before sewing starts the machine automatically cuts the threads at the end of...

Page 81: ...s using a lining or stabiliser on the wrong side Vary the adjustable foot pressure to 1 if necessary 81 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and...

Page 82: ...to a limited extent but only within the specified ranges 82 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 ...

Page 83: ...nation Needle position Prog No Pattern Application Presser foot Needle size Quilting stitch 09 to 11 Quilting Please note Increase the thread tension W6 Quilting needles Thread tension setting Automatic Quilting Using a pattern 83 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threa...

Page 84: ...alternatives are the oblique straight stitch the overlock overcasting stitch or the stretch zigzag stitch 84 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread tau...

Page 85: ... Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Optimal Threading vi...

Page 86: ...the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Op...

Page 87: ...n setting Automatic W6 note The stitch length and stitch width can be changed manually in the specified ranges Sewing on elastic Smocking Carry out the following steps 1 Sew the fabric on the wrong side 2 Place the wide elastic on the fabric 3 Attach the elastic using the stretch zigzag stitch program 09 You determine the degree of smocking by pulling the elastic 4 Hold the elastic in front of and...

Page 88: ... that tend to crimp 88 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on th...

Page 89: ...P Thread tension setting Automatic Select the following settings Designation Needle position Prog No Pattern Application Presser foot Needle size Antique and nostalgia stitch 21 For overlocking fabric edges W6 90 or 75 Super Stretch HAx1SP Thread tension setting Automatic Select the following settings Designation Needle position Prog No Pattern Application Presser foot Needle size Antique and nost...

Page 90: ...If you are sewing in the middle of the fabric you must use the standard foot 90 ...

Page 91: ...selected the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break as a result parts may move uncontrollably Always adjust the stitch width to suit the presser foot that is installed Carry out the following steps Place the edge of the fabric edge next to the overlock overcasting foot guide and start sewing We recommend stitch program 17 Overlock stitch for overlocking and overcasting 91 ...

Page 92: ... the straight stitches run along the hem and the scalloped hem runs slightly over the folded edge of the fabric 92 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thre...

Page 93: ...cannot be folded and a large and unsightly seam appears on the right side of the fabric 93 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into ...

Page 94: ...dle should pierce the fabric as close as possible to the edge of the fold of the hem The right and left insertion position of the needle is determined by turning the screw on the blind hem foot Correct needle position 5 Sew the seam 6 Turn the fabric over If you have tacked the hem with a thread the tacking thread must be removed The left hand illustration shows the wrong side of the fabric the ri...

Page 95: ... Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Optimal Threading video that is just ...

Page 96: ...abrics Sewing buttonholes 53 Eyelet buttonhole with reinforced bar tack Sewing buttonholes 54 Eyelet buttonhole with triangular bar tack Sewing buttonholes 55 Round buttonhole narrow for lightweight to medium weight fabrics Sewing buttonholes 56 Round buttonhole wide for large buttons Sewing buttonholes 57 Round buttonhole with reinforced bar tack Sewing buttonholes 58 Round buttonhole on both sid...

Page 97: ...Thread tension setting Automatic When using the buttonhole foot always reinforce the fabric with W6 self adhesive stabiliser or W6 decorative stabiliser on the wrong side 97 ...

Page 98: ...hment to the diameter of the button plus the thickness of the button b Button length thickness 3 Thread the upper thread through the opening in the buttonhole foot and leave it on the left hand side 4 Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the centre line mark is in the centre of the buttonhole foot Lower the foot c Slide the presser foot attachment back so there is no gap between the att...

Page 99: ...d and the sewing process will stop after 2 to 3 stitches 6 Hold the upper thread loosely and start the machine 7 The machine sews the buttonhole in the order shown and stops automatically afterwards 8 Press the Thread Cutter button and raise the presser foot to remove the fabric To overstitch the same buttonhole raise the presser foot and return to the starting position 99 ...

Page 100: ... stop For utility stitches no 52 54 a hole is punched using punching pliers and the opening is made with a seam ripper Place cardboard under the fabric to open the eye No 60 61 Cut the middle thread and remove it jump stitch PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention Do not place your fingers in the way of the ripper when using the seam ripper When sewing stretch fabrics It is recommended that you use lining...

Page 101: ... Wrong side of the fabric 2 Lower the buttonhole lever and sew the buttonhole The machine sews the buttonhole in the order shown and stops automatically afterwards 3 Press the Thread Cutter button and raise the presser foot to remove the fabric NOTE If you press the Tie off Cut button before sewing starts the machine automatically cuts the threads at the end of the seam The symbol is shown on the ...

Page 102: ...ron the piece of fabric c Wrong side of the fabric d Right side of the fabric 7 Turn the piece of fabric over and press the side seam allowance 8 Fold each side of the piece of fabric so that folds are created that meet in the middle of the buttonhole and cover the opening Iron the piece of fabric 9 Turn the fabric over to the right side and tack along the middle of each fold a Right side of the f...

Page 103: ... the fabric 11 Fold the fabric in the other direction and topstitch the triangular ends along the original seam line 12 Iron over it and cut the fabric no further than 5 mm from the seam a Right side of the fabric c Wrong side of the fabric NOTE When sewing lighter fabrics cut a 3 cm wide piece of interfacing that is 2 cm longer than the buttonhole Iron it over each buttonhole mark on the wrong si...

Page 104: ...time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into pl...

Page 105: ...ad through the opening in the buttonhole foot and leave the upper thread on the left hand side 3 Place the fabric under the presser foot so the starting point is on this side Lower the foot If you are sewing a bar tack to the end of thick fabrics such as a trouser pocket place fabric of the same thickness or a piece of cardboard next to the fabric 105 ...

Page 106: ...ill stop after 2 to 3 stitches 5 Hold the upper thread loosely and start the machine 6 The machine sews the bar tack as shown and stops automatically 7 Press the Thread Cutter button and raise the presser foot to remove the fabric NOTE If you press the Tie off Cut button before sewing starts the machine automatically cuts the threads at the end of the seam The symbol is shown on the LCD display 10...

Page 107: ...ing the quilting stitches 26 or 29 which are sewn using the open toe satin stitch foot You can find further suggestions for patchwork on our W6 website under Sewing ideas Patchwork Quilting 107 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the corre...

Page 108: ...0 or 75 HAx1SP Thread tension setting Automatic PLEASE NOTE The needle position must be set to centre Failure to do this will result in damage to the W6 sewing machine parts which are not covered by the warranty 1 Place the fabrics on top of each other with the right side facing each other and sew them together 2 Press the seam allowance open 3 Sew so that the pattern extends over both fabrics 108...

Page 109: ...e wrong side of the fabric for the purposes of stabilisation Adjust the stitch width and stitch length according to the type of fabric 109 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positio...

Page 110: ... threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the ...

Page 111: ...atic W6 tip Place either tear away or self adhesive W6 stabiliser on the wrong side of the fabric for the purposes of stabilisation Adjust the stitch width and stitch length according to the type of fabric 1 Use two layers of fabric 2 Sew along the edge of the fabric keeping a spacing of about 2 cm 3 Iron the fabric carefully 4 Place the W6 stabiliser either under or between the layers of fabric f...

Page 112: ... the wrong side of the fabric for the purposes of stabilisation Adjust the stitch width and stitch length according to the type of fabric 112 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all posi...

Page 113: ...the desired curved seam on the fabric keeping a spacing of approx 1 cm from the edge of the fabric 3 Sew along the pre drawn curved seam 4 Using a pair of scissors cut the end of the curve vertically 5 Turn the fabric over and press the curved seam outwards The result 6 Iron the fabric carefully 113 ...

Page 114: ...ew stitches by hand tacking thread 114 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock...

Page 115: ...c 2 Press the seam allowance open Tack the zipper d Wrong side of the fabric e Back of the zipper Place the zipper with the right side down on the seam allowance Align the centre of the zipper with the seam line and tack it in place Pull the pull tab towards you 3 Attach the zipper foot Attach the left presser foot pin in the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper and the rig...

Page 116: ...cident prevention The zipper foot should only be used for sewing straight stitch with the centre needle position Before sewing turn the hand wheel towards you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot The needle could hit the presser foot and break off when sewing other patterns or widths Sewing zippers in concealed 1 Tack the fabric together with the right sides facing each other ...

Page 117: ...esser foot pin in the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper and the right presser foot pin when sewing the left side 4 Sew the right side of the zipper from the end of the opening Sew it so the zipper foot does not touch the zipper s teeth f 5 Open up the top fabric and sew the lower end on the right side Sew on the right side keeping a spacing of 0 7 1 0 cm from the fabric ...

Page 118: ...r Remove the tacking threads and open the zipper Sew the rest of the seam Opening the zipper while sewing 1 Stop the sewing machine before you get to the pull tab 2 Lower the needle into the fabric 3 Raise the presser foot and open the zipper 4 Lower the presser foot and carry on sewing a Pull tab 118 ...

Page 119: ... a twin needle W6 90 Super Stretch needles HAx1SP Thread tension setting Automatic Sewing with the twin needle Using a pattern 1 Remove the single needle and insert the twin needle 119 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct positi...

Page 120: ...ress the extra spool pin with the felt washer into the hole 5 Attach a second spool and thread the second thread exactly like the first one 6 You will get better sewing results if you do not guide the thread through the needle bar thread guide Thread the thread in the right hand eye of the needle from the front to the back 120 ...

Page 121: ...eedle may hit the needle plate and break 8 Always sew a test seam using the selected stitch 9 Note Some stitches look better than others when sewn with the twin needle 10 Sew your project The twin needle mode remains selected until you press the Twin Needle button again or switch the machine off Note Sewing with the twin needle can be used for many decorative stitches by pressing the Twin Needle b...

Page 122: ...position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Optimal Thre...

Page 123: ...e foot so the button is held securely 3 Adjust the stitch width so that the needle stitches into the left hole of the button 4 Turn the hand wheel until the needle pierces the second hole You may have to adjust the stitch width again PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention Make sure that the needle does not hit the button when sewing Otherwise it may break 5 Sew about 10 stitches at a slow speed 123 ...

Page 124: ...re up again Note To sew on a button with 4 holes follow the procedure described above for the first two holes only Then lift the presser foot slightly and move the fabric to sew the other two holes either independently or crosswise Shank Buttons sewn onto jackets or coats often have a shank which creates a space between the fabric and the button Place a pin or sewing machine needle between the hol...

Page 125: ... Super Stretch needles HAx1SP Thread tension setting Automatic 125 Please note Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in...

Page 126: ...letter patterns 1 Press the Decorative Letter Stitch button on the Start screen Four Group Selection buttons appear on the screen 2 Press the Group Selection button you want The first screen for this group appears on the screen A Decorative patterns Pressing the or button in the bottom right hand corner will display the next or previous screen There are eight screens B Printed letters C Handwritte...

Page 127: ...e unit of the pattern is stored The selected pattern is displayed on the left hand side of the screen One letter is one pattern unit 4 Return to the Group Selection screen by pressing the Return button and select the next pattern you want in the same way The patterns appear on the left hand side of the screen in the selected order As the selected patterns disappear from the screen s display area y...

Page 128: ... the patterns by moving the cursor up using the Cursor buttons Press the Cursor Up button and the cursor moves up The cursor position is highlighted When the cursor reaches the top of the screen the previous pattern that is no longer visible is displayed again When the cursor reaches the top end of the sequences a beep is heard Press the Cursor Down button and the cursor moves down 128 ...

Page 129: ...le is displayed again When the cursor reaches the bottom end of the sequences the highlighting symbol changes to the I symbol Inserting a pattern 1 Move the cursor using the Cursor buttons to highlight the pattern right next to the required position for the new pattern 2 Select the pattern It is inserted just before the highlighted pattern 129 ...

Page 130: ...tern Deleting a pattern 1 Move the cursor to the pattern you want to delete 2 Press the Clear button The machine deletes the pattern and the cursor moves to the next pattern If the cursor is at the bottom the machine deletes just before the pattern 130 ...

Page 131: ...rns You can also adjust the thread tension for all the combined patterns You can also add the automatic tie off and cut function See the inside of the top cover to find out for which patterns the mirror rotate stretch function is available NOTE The letter pattern settings mirror rotate stretch and stitch width length cannot be changed 1 Press the Edit button on the Selection screen The LCD display...

Page 132: ... function and stitch width stitch length This screen appears when the Edit button is pressed in selection mode By pressing the B or C button you can change the Settings screen Single repeat sewing mode By pressing the Single Repeat button the machine will switch to the single or repeat mode The single or repeat symbol appears in the second row on the left of the screen NOTE The default setting is ...

Page 133: ...f stitch you do not need to add a tie off stitch at the end of the sequence When the repeat sewing mode is selected pressing the Tie off Cut button automatically switches the sewing mode to single sewing mode Stitch width Stitch length Stitch width 1 narrower 2 wider Stitch length 3 shorter 4 longer When you have reached the maximum or minimum value a beep sounds If no value appears the settings c...

Page 134: ...status will change as shown on the right Stretch When the Stretch button appears as shown on the right you can sew this pattern in stretch mode Pressing this button changes the stretch length to 2 5 times as long This button does not appear if mirroring rotating or stretching is not available for the pattern which the cursor is positioned on The screen displays the appropriate presser foot the nee...

Page 135: ...ange the Settings screen Thread tension 1 Increase upper thread tension 2 Reduce lower thread tension The preset tension is displayed in green The screen displays the appropriate presser foot the needle position and the width length at the top You can return to the selection mode by pressing the Return button PLEASE NOTE The W6 factory tension setting is ideal If the seam appearance is not ideal t...

Page 136: ...chine is switched off Press the Decorative Letter Stitch button to recall these patterns The machine recalls the selected patterns The tie off and cut function is cancelled when this is selected Press the Clear button to delete all sequences NOTE When you switch off the power all sequences are deleted To keep patterns when you switch the power off please see Saving selected patterns 136 ...

Page 137: ...en the group selection screen Pressing the button on the Stitch Settings screen will display the Group Selection screen 2 Press the Embroidery button 3 The embroidery design is displayed on the left hand side of the screen The design changes according to the settings width length mirror rotate extend The design may differ slightly from the actual stitch 137 ...

Page 138: ...an check all the patterns by pressing the Cursor buttons 5 Pressing the Embroidery button again returns the screen to the normal image You can now start sewing the embroidery pattern on the screen In this case the machine starts sewing from the cursor position 138 ...

Page 139: ...e is empty the button is grey If patterns are saved in the file the button is green and the saved patterns are displayed 2 Select one of the files by pressing the corresponding File button The selected file is highlighted 3 Press the memory s Save button The save message appears If the memory is overwritten the machine will ask you whether you want to overwrite it If so press the button To cancel ...

Page 140: ...yed on the left hand side of the screen If other patterns are selected the machine asks you if you want to read the memory If so press the button To cancel press the X button 4 You can sew the recalled patterns Do you want to delete saved patterns Open the Memory screen and select the file to be deleted Press the Clear A button and the button The clear button is grey Deleting saved patterns Open t...

Page 141: ...ghlighted pattern You have to move the cursor to the pattern you want to sew When the cursor is displayed with the under the selected patterns the machine starts sewing from the first pattern 3 Lower the presser foot and start sewing The sewing pattern is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen You can change the sewing mode by pressing the Single Repeat button several times 141 ...

Page 142: ...atically cut NOTE As the letter stitch has its own tie off stitch you do not need to add a tie off stitch at the end of the sequence When the repeat sewing mode is selected pressing the Tie off Cut button automatically switches the sewing mode to single sewing mode C Repeat mode preset when storing just one decorative pattern The symbol is shown on the LCD display The machine sews the selected pat...

Page 143: ...Stop the sewing process and press the Reverse button When you resume sewing the machine automatically sews a tie off stitch For tie off after one complete pattern Press the Reverse button while sewing a stored pattern The machine sews the complete pattern and ties off afterwards 143 ...

Page 144: ... fabric C The forward and reverse stitches may need to be adjusted to suit the type of fabric you are sewing This setting is required if a decorative pattern or letter pattern is distorted Turn the screw under the machine in the required direction Only turn the screw slowly and follow the line and the outer notch Decorative patterns 1 If the pattern is distorted as shown in illustration A turn the...

Page 145: ...er position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the Optimal T...

Page 146: ...g Freehand embroidery W6 90 Super Stretch needles HAx1SP Thread tension setting Automatic Attaching the presser foot 1 Lower the feed dogs by moving the drop feed lever to the left 2 Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder 3 The darning embroidery foot s arm must be on the needle clamping screw s shaft 4 Slide the plastic presser mount from left to right so it fits into the presser foot ba...

Page 147: ...he area to be darned Operate the machine by moving the fabric back and forth evenly by hand and topstitching in close rows across the hole or worn area 3 Once the area has been covered with new stitches move the fabric from side to side in the same way to interlace or reinforce the seams Note Reinforce open areas with a layer underneath and tack the layer underneath in place before darning 147 ...

Page 148: ... between the embroidery frame s two parts Note An embroidery frame is not included with this machine You can purchase the freehand embroidery frame on the W6 website under Accessories 3 Slide the embroidery frame under the needle and lower the foot 4 Start the machine at medium speed and guide the frame carefully so that the needle moves along the pattern s line 148 ...

Page 149: ...to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any lack of clarity watch the...

Page 150: ... stitches or pins 2 Sew the appliqué on by guiding its edge along the middle of the presser foot Make sure that when the needle moves to the right it pierces the fabric away from the edge of the appliqué Position the needle just outside the appliqué when sewing corners and curves To do so lift the presser foot slightly and turn the fabric to maintain the correct needle position 3 Sew reinforcing s...

Page 151: ...te Every time before threading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it click...

Page 152: ...eading video that is just 4 minutes long on the W6 website under Service Help W6 N 8000 Exklusive 95 of all errors occur during threading Failure to do this will always lead to a sloppy seam blockages or damage to the sewing machine which are not covered by the warranty The walking foot is especially efficient when sewing fabrics that are difficult to move strips or plaids as well as fabrics such ...

Page 153: ...sh the presser foot lever up 2 Using the screwdriver loosen the slotted screw on the presser foot holder 3 Push the presser foot lever up 4 Remove the presser foot holder and the presser foot 5 Push the presser foot lever up again 153 ...

Page 154: ...the walking foot from left to right onto the presser bar Make sure that the walking foot s arm is on the needle clamp s shaft 7 Attach the presser foot using the screw 8 Hold the upper thread gently when starting to sew and sew slowly 154 ...

Page 155: ...ading Set the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event...

Page 156: ... the spiral shaped opening on the rolled hem foot Move the fabric backwards and forwards until the fold is in the shape of a roll 3 Lower the presser foot and start sewing slowly guiding the cut edge of the fabric evenly into the roll in front of the hemmer PLEASE NOTE Correct the needle position in the straight stitch if necessary using the Stitch Width button Needle Function button on the displa...

Page 157: ... the presser foot lever to the upper position Press the Needle Up Needle Down button the thread take up lever and needle threader automatically move into the correct position Thread the upper thread taut in all positions Thread the lower thread taut and slowly into the silver metal slot in the 7 o clock and 9 o clock positions on the black hook race until it clicks into place In the event of any l...

Page 158: ... 5 cm behind the foot 2 Adjust the stitch width so that the stitches only cover the cord Lower the presser foot and sew slowly guiding the cord Sewing on triple cords Select pattern no 14 and set the stitch width to 6 0 7 0 Insert the three cords into the slots on the cording foot W6 tip Alternatively you can select a decorative stitch that covers two cords in terms of stitch width 158 ...

Page 159: ...hen the fluff and dust deposits must be removed regularly Is the appearance of the seam no longer flawless even after you have cleaned your sewing machine Is your W6 machine getting noisier Then sewing dust or pieces of thread should be removed from bearings and shafts professionally The interaction between the hook and needle bar should be readjusted at certain intervals as these can also be affe...

Page 160: ...eedle strikes it must be replaced You can order a new needle plate from our W6 Wertarbeit online shop Spare Parts category The following illustration shows an example of a severely damaged needle plate that must be replaced Example of a customer s severely damaged needle plate 12 2 2 Checking the needle Why using W6 needles is important The hook system can be damaged by a defective or blunt needle...

Page 161: ...oline Spool holder Remove the bobbin cover and bobbin and clean them using the accessory brush a Bobbin holder b Feed dogs Hook and feed dogs Remove the needle plate and clean the hook and feed dogs regularly Lift the presser foot and needle to make the work easier PLEASE NOTE Accident prevention A thread cutter is located under the needle plate on the feed dogs bottom left Proceed carefully there...

Page 162: ...t the bobbin holder b c Thread cutter 4 Clean the hook d feed dogs and bobbin holder Clean with a soft dry cloth 5 Insert the bobbin holder back into the hook race so the tip e fits into the stop f as shown 6 Replace the needle plate making sure that the nose g and holes h are aligned correctly Retighten the screws 162 ...

Page 163: ...hread and sewing dust from this area using a W6 cleaning brush You can also carefully clean the hook system using a vacuum cleaner 3 Check the black hook race carrier for needle strikes or damage Minor needle strikes on the hook race can be removed using fine emery paper for example 800 grit The following illustration shows an undamaged hook race The hook race must not have any strikes or notches ...

Page 164: ... 5 Lift the lower thread see What do I do with the upper thread Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread and pull it up by about 15 cm Hold the upper thread with your other hand 6 Turn the hand wheel several times forwards towards you If the thread gets caught or snags then the hook system is damaged The hook race has been checked for damage W6 tip Minor needle strikes on the hook race c...

Page 165: ...ectrical and electronic devices This is indicated by the symbol on the product manual or packaging Do not dispose of the machine using the normal household waste The materials can be recycled in accordance with their labelling By reusing or recycling materials or recycling old devices in other ways you can make a significant contribution to the protection of our environment Kindly contact your loc...

Page 166: ...the buttonhole raise the presser foot lifter and move the buttonhole foot attachment to the start position 4 Release the foot pedal 5 Lower the presser foot 6 Select the pattern 7 Release the Reverse button 8 Release the Start Stop button 9 Rethread the upper thread 10 Rethread the upper or lower thread 166 ...

Page 167: ... save 16 Do you want to overwrite the memory Yes No 17 Do you want to replace the patterns Yes No 18 Do you want to delete the saved patterns Yes No 19 System error The winder switch in the machine is defective Contact W6 customer service Lower threads have got caught in the bobbin winder spindle during winding 20 System error Contact W6 customer service Overload protection Was the material being ...

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Page 169: ...el W6 N 8000 Exklusive The sewing machine is intended for domestic use only Other use or use in excess of the intended rating does not comply 14 2 Technical data Dimensions and weight Width 45 8 cm Depth 18 6 cm Height 30 0 cm Net weight 9 5 kg Weight including packaging and accessories 11 5 kg Stitch types Stitch length max 5 mm Stitch width max 7 mm Electrical system Mains voltage 230 V Lighting...

Page 170: ... EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity As soon as this machine has been altered in a material way this declaration becomes null and void A new conformity process in accordance with the EU Low Voltage Directive is then required 170 ...

Page 171: ...utorial video specifically for the W6 N 8000 Exklusive Tips and tricks for the W6 N 8000 Exklusive A visual selection of stitches and their use The W6 sewing ideas support you with creative sewing projects Please take a look at our website www w6 wertarbeit de under Sewing Ideas Please read the manual and the safety notes carefully before operating the machine In any event please consider register...

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Page 173: ...late 168 Cleaning the hook hook race and feed dogs 170 Connecting the machine 12 24 Darning Freehand embroidery 152 Decorative stitches 115 Deleting a pattern 137 Deleting saved patterns 147 Disposal 174 Drop feed lever 34 Dust cover 30 Editing individual patterns 138 Embroidery design Real time preview of patterns 144 Error messages 175 EU Declaration of Conformity 178 Extension table 22 Flat sti...

Page 174: ...and backward stitches 151 Setting up 12 Sewing a test seam 67 Sewing a test seam using straight stitch as an example 67 Sewing buttonholes 99 Sewing decorative stitches and letters 132 Sewing in reverse 70 Sewing in zippers 121 Sewing on buttons 129 Sewing on cords 165 Sewing selected patterns 148 Sewing with the twin needle 126 Single repeat sewing mode tie off and cut function and stitch width s...

Page 175: ...Help button 37 Using the needle threader 63 Using the upper thread to pull up the lower thread 58 65 Utility stitch selection 38 View of the presser foot automatic needle threader and needle plate 19 Walking foot 159 What do I do with the upper thread 60 What we expect from you 10 Why use W6 bobbins 53 Winding the bobbin 54 Zigzag stitch 88 175 ...

Page 176: ...collected for you under Help on our www w6 wertarbeit de website You will also find many helpful videos on instructions threading and applications We also offer you useful and tested original accessories for sewing on www w6 wertarbeit de An inspection performed at regular intervals will result in quiet operating characteristics and nice seams Furthermore this will also increase how long your sewi...

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