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Checking needles

Changing needles

Manual • Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm • 06/03/2019 • 1.0 • GBR

Changing needles

In this chapter you will find information regarding the replacement of
needles:

•

Checking needles (

age

36)

•

Removing needles (

age

37)

•

Inserting a needle (

age

38)

If needle, fabric and thread are

all compatible with one another,

your

overlocker will sew smoothly. An unsuitable needle forces the thread
through the fabric instead of allowing it to glide through smoothly. This
results in thread breakage, damaged sewing thread or the overlocker
skipping stitches.

CAUTION

►

For

for your own saftey

, always use original W6 WERTARBEIT

needles in

combination with thread tension-friendly and lint-free W6

thread.

7.1

Checking needles

Safety instruction: Use of needles

Use only W6 WERTARBEIT ELx705

ize 80 needles for this overlocker.

Never use standard household needles.
Never use bent or worn needles.
Never use needles with bent or worn

tips

CAUTION

Risk of injury posed by breaking needles

Worn or damaged needles can break and damage the overlocker. There
is a risk of injury posed by uncontrolled moving parts.

►

Change worn or damaged needles.

Checking the needle. Top: straight; bottom: bent

Summary of Contents for WERTARBEIT N 656D Free Arm

Page 1: ...Manual Overlocker W6 N 656D Free Arm ...

Page 2: ...s features Please register your machine on the Internet www w6 wertarbeit eu Select Service Guarantee Registration Moreover W6 WERTARBEIT offers the following options on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit eu and select HELP Criteria for the optimal threading of a W6 N 656D Free Arm 4 min video A tutorial video made specifically for the W6 N 656D Free Arm Mainten...

Page 3: ...cker decorative yarn special thread guide 19 4 Standard accessories 20 5 Operating elements 21 5 1 On and off switch 21 5 2 Jack for the power supply and foot controller 22 5 3 Power plug 22 5 4 Foot controller 23 5 5 Extension table 23 5 6 Opening and closing the front cover 24 5 6 1 Opening the front cover 24 5 6 2 5 7 Chaining finger 24 5 8 Presser foot pressure dial 26 5 9 4 Thread tension dia...

Page 4: ...ath threading the left needle 65 10 6 Using the threading aid 71 10 7 The spool net 73 10 8 Changing thread by knotting 73 11 Chaining off Finishing a seam 75 11 1 Overlock stitch 75 11 2 Ending the seam 77 12 Stitch selection and thread tension 79 12 1 Stitch types and their use 80 13 Maintenance 85 13 1 Inspection by W6 85 13 2 Maintenance to be performed by the customer 86 13 2 1 Cleaning the o...

Page 5: ...ter sewing page 7 Tips for a long life span page 7 What we expect from you page 8 1 1 Notes on operational safety The overlocker has been designed with utmost care and is safe to use Nevertheless the overlocker can pose hazards if it is not used in accordance with its intended use if it is not used correctly if it is operated under impermissible conditions Before commencing any work with the devic...

Page 6: ... parts Exchange needles regularly Worn or damaged needles pose a hazard Spare parts and tools must comply with the technical requirements laid down by the manufacturer This is always assured in the case of orig inal spare parts Perform maintenance in the manner described in this manual Observe the intervals for recurring maintenance work Rectify faults only with the overlocker switched off It is a...

Page 7: ...o not expose the overlocker to direct sunlight moisture or high levels of humidity Clean and oil your overlocker at regular intervals Perform these tasks thoroughly and at least once a year or more frequently if the device is in frequent use Clean the overlocker using a dry or damp cloth only Never use benzine thinners or other chemical agents for cleaning the overlocker Do not subject the overloc...

Page 8: ...g the overlocker Do not attempt to dismantle the overlocker this should only be done by a trained specialist but keep in mind that you do need to carry out the basic maintenance yourself You are personally suited to operate the overlocker In case of doubt please contact our Service Department by e mail at info w6 wertarbeit com Only allow an authorised workshop to work on electrical components W6 ...

Page 9: ... material is stored beyond the reach of children DANGER There is a risk of suffocation The overlocker is delivered in a plastic bag This plastic bag may pose a suffocation hazard to children Cut up the plastic bags Take care that children do not play with the packaging material CAUTION The overlocker is supplied with a needle installed There is a risk of being pricked by the needle Please mind the...

Page 10: ... of humidity or moisture It is not to be positioned near heaters or other sources of heat 2 3 Assembling your overlocker Prerequisite The power cord is undamaged There are no heavy objects on the cord The cable is not exposed to high temperatures The mains voltage is 230 Volt DANGER Danger to life posed by electrical shock The overlocker operates at low voltage Improper connection poses a risk of ...

Page 11: ...Fasten the thread guide bar by means of the screw on the spool holder 2 Position the two retaining hooks of the spool holder with the installed thread guide bar precisely in front of the openings of the holder at the rear of the overlocker 3 Press the spool holder up to the housing of the overlocker and slide it to the right as far as the stop ...

Page 12: ...6 03 2019 1 0 GBR 4 Extend the three part thread guide bar completely In order to ensure that they are securely seated ensure that the three part thread guide bar engages audibly when extended 5 Plug the machine plug into the socket on the overlocker 6 Plug the power plug into the power socket ...

Page 13: ... using the contact form on our website The overlocker does not sew The overlocker is not connected correctly Switch the overlocker off again Check all plug connections 8 Slowly press the foot controller to start sewing The further the foot controller is pressed the faster the overlocker sews 9 Release the foot controller when you wish to stop sewing 10 Set the on and off switch to the 0 OFF to swi...

Page 14: ...R 2 4 Unplugging the device from the mains The overlocker must be switched off at the on and off switch and the power plug unplugged from the power socket when the overlocker is going to remain unsupervised you exchange the needle or thread the covers are removed a power failure occurs during use in the event of a storm ...

Page 15: ...rical connections page 17 View of the hook area most important parts only page 18 Why using W6 thread and needles is important page 18 3 1 Front view Components of the overlocker Front view Parts of the overlocker No Designation 1 Thread guide bar with thread guide rack 2 Handle 3 Thread tension dial orange orange thread path left needle 4 Thread tension dial blue blue thread path right needle 5 T...

Page 16: ... 7 Work surface 8 Needle plate 9 Extension table 10 Stationary lower knife 11 Adjustable cutting width 12 Front cover 13 Power and illumination switch 14 Machine socket 15 Hand wheel 16 Differential feed dial 17 Stitch length dial 18 Spool holder 19 Spool centring only for large spools 20 Spool pin Parts of the overlocker Cont No Designation 5 4 1 3 2 ...

Page 17: ...nections Parts of the overlocker No Designation 1 Presser foot pressure dial 2 Thread cutter 3 Presser foot lifter the tension discs are opened simultaneously 4 Movable upper knife 5 Lever for switching to rolled hem Parts of the overlocker No Designation 1 On and off switch 2 Jack for the power supply and foot controller 3 Power plug 4 Foot controller ...

Page 18: ...ow quality threads can cause problems during sewing Therefore we recommend using thread tension friendly and lint free W6 WERTARBEIT thread This thread is suitable for sewing embroidery and overcasting machines An unsuitable needle may break easily cause threads to break damage the sewing yarn or the cause the overlocker to skip stitches Apart from this an unsuitable needle produces unsightly seam...

Page 19: ...and green threading path Assembling the special thread guide Assembling the special thread guide Insert the special thread guide to the left and to the right of the metal plates red and green threading path Threading the decorative yarns Thread directly from the thread guide bar through the left and right circular holes of the special thread guide ATTENTION Please don t thread the decorative yarn ...

Page 20: ...locker Supplied accessories Accessories No Designation 1 Screwdriver large 2 Oiler 3 Felt washer 4x 4 Upper knife 5 Spool net 4x 6 Special thread guide 7 Set of Needles 8 Brush 9 Needle threader 10 Allen key small 11 Tweezers 12 Looper cover 13 Accessory bag 14 Spool centring device 4x 15 Cover folded 16 Waste bin to be placed below the overlock machine ...

Page 21: ... power supply and foot controller page 22 Power plug page 22 Foot controller page 23 Opening the front cover page 24 Closing the front over page 24 Chaining finger page 24 Presser foot pressure dial page 26 4 thread tension dials page 26 Stitch length dial page 27 Setting the seam width by removing the left hand needle page 28 Setting the differential feed dial page 30 Hand wheel page 31 5 1 On an...

Page 22: ...pply and foot controller Operating elements 22 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 5 2 Jack for the power supply and foot controller Jack for the power supply and foot controller 5 3 Power plug Power plug ...

Page 23: ...the overlocker sews Foot controller 5 5 Extension table Removing the extension table enables you to use the overlocker for free arm work with tubular elements such as trousers sleeves or ribbing The extension table can be pulled out laterally Removing the extension table To re attach the extension table carefully slide the extension table in the opposite direction until it engages ...

Page 24: ... lid forwards towards you The front overlock cover is open 5 6 2 Closing the front cover Please follow the steps below Tip the lid to the rear towards the overlocker housing Then slide the lid to the left up to the stop A soon as the lid touches the overlocker housing it is pulled to the left automatically and engages in the correct position The front cover is closed 5 7 Chaining finger The changi...

Page 25: ...low 1 Slide the switch to N if you are sewing normal overlocking seams Make sure to slide the switch towards the N marking up to the stop 2 Slide the seam width finger switch to R if you wish to sew rolled hems Make sure to slide the switch towards the R marking up to the stop The switch is set in the correct position ...

Page 26: ... most fabrics Presser foot pressure dial If you are sewing lighter fabrics you must reduce the presser foot pressure by setting the dial to L If you are sewing heavier fabrics you must increase the presser foot pres sure by setting the dial to H 5 9 4 thread tension dials The upper thread tension is set by means of the dials In normal use the thread tension is to be set to 4 This setting will gene...

Page 27: ...e stitch length can be set within the range from 1 to 5 mm The desired value must be set at the marking point on the overlocker housing Most overlocking work is sewn with a seam length of 2 5 mm To set your machine accordingly set the stitch length dial to the symbol horizontal dash between 2 and 3 Set the stitch lenght dial between two and three This setting is suitable for most fabrics To sew ro...

Page 28: ...and needle is removed 5 11 2 Setting the stitch width If the outer loop of the overlock seam sticks out too far from the fabric you can adjust the cutting width by means of the cutting width dial CAUTION Risk of injury due to an unexpected start up The foot controller is on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a ...

Page 29: ...on page 42 5 Close the front cover The cutting width has been set 5 11 3 Ideal cutting width The ideal cutting width is achieved when the loops lie close to the edge of the fabric see illustration A If the loops extend too far beyond the edge of the fabric turn the cutting position dial clockwise to the right The lower knife moves to the right see illustration B If the loops are too close to being...

Page 30: ... front and rear feed dogs This is the so called differential feed ratio Differential feed dial The differential feed ratio can be set within a range from 1 0 6 to 1 2 0 Settings are performed by means of the differential feed dial If no differen tial feed is desired set the dial to the neutral value N The differential feed ratio is then 1 1 The following table provides examples of differential fee...

Page 31: ...l Operating elements 31 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 5 13 Hand wheel The hand wheel must always only be turned forward towards the nose in other words anti clockwise Turn the hand wheel ...

Page 32: ...vy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before replacing the foot controller CAUTION Risk of injury posed by breaking needles If an incorrect presser foot is used the needle may strike the presser foot and thus be bent or broken this may cause parts to move uncontrollably Always use the correct presser foot NOTICE Material damage arising from selecting the wr...

Page 33: ...06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 2 To lift the presser foot set the presser foot lifter downwards 3 Press the small red lever at the rear to release the presser foot from the presser foot holder The presser foot is released from the holder automatically when the lever is pressed ...

Page 34: ...t holder 6 Lower the presser foot holder using the presser foot lifter Make sure that the presser foot bar engages in the lower position The presser foot bar does not engage Press the small red lever at the rear once more The presser foot bar still does not engage The presser foot bar is not in the correct position and must be brought into the correct position Slide it slightly forwards or backwar...

Page 35: ...Changing the presser foot 35 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR ...

Page 36: ...hread breakage damaged sewing thread or the overlocker skipping stitches CAUTION For for your own saftey always use original W6 WERTARBEIT needles in combination with thread tension friendly and lint free W6 thread 7 1 Checking needles Safety instruction Use of needles Use only W6 WERTARBEIT ELx705 size 80 needles for this overlocker Never use standard household needles Never use bent or worn need...

Page 37: ...ON Risk of injury due to an unexpected start up The foot controller is on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting up unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before exchanging a needle CAUTION Risk of injury posed by breaking needles If the needle is inserted i...

Page 38: ...eedle securely between your fingers and set the presser foot release lever in the lower position The needle bar lifts In doing so the needle remains stuck in the fabric 6 The needle has been removed W6 Tip If you remove only one needle you should definitely tighten the needle clamp screw gently to ensure that it is not lost 7 3 Inserting a needle Make sure to select an appropriate needle Use only ...

Page 39: ...ated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before exchanging a needle CAUTION Risk of injury posed by breaking needles If the needle is inserted incorrectly it can break and damage the over locker There is a risk of injury posed by uncontrolled moving parts Al ways change the needle in accordance with the instruction...

Page 40: ...3 2019 1 0 GBR 2 Loosen the needle clamp by means of the Allen key 3 Hold the needle with the flattened side to the rear 4 Slide the new needle directly upwards into the needle holder up to the stop 5 Tighten the needle clamp by means of the Allen key The needle has been inserted ...

Page 41: ... 1 Open the front cover see Operating elements Opening and closing the front cover page 24 2 Using your left hand press the upper knife holder to the right up to the stop 3 While pressing the holder with your left hand use your right hand to turn the knob of the upper knife holder rearwards away from you until it locks horizontally in the rest position The upper knife is in the rest position Atten...

Page 42: ...teps below 1 Open the front cover see Operating elements Opening and closing the front cover page 24 2 Using your left hand press the upper knife holder to the right up to the stop 3 While pressing the holder with your left hand use your right hand to turn the knob of the upper knife holder forwards towards you until it locks vertically in the working position The upper knife is in the working pos...

Page 43: ... use 9 1 Installing the looper cover Prerequisite The looper cover is used to create a two thread overlock seam Please remove the red thread The looper cover must be positioned on the upper looper red thread path The looper cover reduces the thread consumption of the overlock Please choose a suitable fabric Chapter 12 CAUTION Risk of injury due to an unexpected start up The foot controller is on t...

Page 44: ... CAUTION Risk of injury due to an unexpected start up The foot controller is on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting up unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before removing the upper looper Please follow the steps below 1 Open the front cover see Operati...

Page 45: ...E thread path 4 ORANGE thread path W6 Tip The terms red green blue and orange threads are used in the text below These do not refer to the actual colours of the threads which obviously may be of any colour but to the coloured stripes on the four dials W6 Tip Always keep strictly to the sequence when threading the four threads 1 RED thread path 2 GREEN thread path 3 BLUE thread path 4 ORANGE thread...

Page 46: ...This can lead to the overlocker starting up unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before threading the thread W6 Tip Always keep strictly to the prescribed sequence when threading the four threads 1 RED thread path 2 GREEN thread path 3 BLUE thread path 4 ORANGE thread...

Page 47: ...ned The plug has been disconnected from the mains Four spools are fitted to the overlocker The thread guide bar is fully extended The presser foot is in the upper position only then can the tension discs be disengaged Please follow the steps below 1 At threading position 1 pull the red thread from the rear through the sec ond hole from the right of the thread guide 2 At threading position 2 guide ...

Page 48: ...ion 3 pull the red thread under tension between the tension discs towards threading position 4 When doing so hold the red thread tight at the thread guide bar in order to be able to pull it under tension Hold the red thread tight until it is in the correct position between the tension discs 4 At threading position 4 guide the red thread through the left hand clip of the two metal guiding clips 5 A...

Page 49: ... looper located at the rear Threading 49 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 6 At threading position 6 guide the red thread as described under point 5 through the second quick threading eye marked with red and green dots ...

Page 50: ...ding 50 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 7 At threading position 7 guide the red thread upwards through the pro truding metal loop 8 Turn the hand wheel forwards towards you until the hole at the tip of the upper looper at the rear is clearly visible ...

Page 51: ...ip of the upper looper at the rear 10 Guide the red thread between the metal needle plate and the presser foot by about 15 cm to the left The red thread is threaded W6 Tip W6 WERTARBEIT also offers a helpful video for the threading procedure on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit eu and select Help W6 N 656D Free Arm Criteria for the optimal threading of a W6 N 6...

Page 52: ...d a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before threading the thread W6 Tip Always keep strictly to the prescribed sequence when threading the four threads 1 RED thread path 2 GREEN thread path 3 BLUE thread path 4 ORANGE thread path in order to create the correct pattern The following illustration provides an overview of the thread path Th...

Page 53: ... are fitted to the overlocker The thread guide bar is fully extended The presser foot is in the upper position only then can the tension discs be disengaged Please follow the steps below 1 At threading position 1 pull the green thread from the rear through the right hand hole of the thread guide 2 At threading position 2 guide the green thread under the small metal plate of the thread guide When d...

Page 54: ...ion 4 When doing so hold the green thread tight at the thread guide bar in order to be able to pull it under tension Hold the green thread tight until it is in the correct position between the tension discs 4 At threading position 4 guide the green thread through the right hand clip of the two metal guiding clips 5 At threading position 5 guide the green thread through the first quick threading ey...

Page 55: ...e front lower looper Threading 55 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 6 At threading position 6 guide the green thread as described under point 5 through the second quick threading eye marked with red and green dots ...

Page 56: ...r looper must now be higher than the upper looper at the rear 8 Guide the green thread from threading position 6 to threading position 8 where it must be threaded by means of tweezers from the front and through the looper hole of the front lower looper 9 Use the built in threading aid for the concealed threading position 7 10 Before using the threading aid for the concealed threading position 7 sw...

Page 57: ...ip the green thread between threading positions 6 and 7 with twee zers Picture 11 12 Place the green thread at a slight angle from the left on the V shaped notch of the threading aid Picture 12 The thread muss pass through threading position 6 After that the thread muss pass through threading position 8 Picture 11 Picture 12 ...

Page 58: ...offers a helpful video for the threading procedure on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit eu and select Help W6 N 656D Free Arm Criteria for the optimal threading of a W6 N 656D Free Arm 4 min video 13 Hold the end of the green thread tight with the right hand and push the threading aid upwards The green thread is threaded into the concealed Threading Position 7 ...

Page 59: ...ctivated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before threading the thread W6 Tip Always keep strictly to the prescribed sequence when threading the four threads 1 RED thread path 2 GREEN thread path 3 BLUE thread path 4 ORANGE thread path in order to create the correct pattern The following illustration provides an ...

Page 60: ...ead guide bar is fully extended The presser foot is in the upper position only then can the tension discs be disengaged Please follow the steps below 1 At threading position 1 pull the blue thread from the rear through the second hole from the left of the thread guide 2 At threading position 2 guide the blue thread under the small metal plate of the thread guide When doing so keep the blue thread ...

Page 61: ...osition 4 When doing so hold the blue thread tight at the thread guide bar in order to be able to pull it under tension Hold the blue thread tight until it is in the correct position between the tension discs 4 At threading position 4 guide the blue thread around the protruding met al plate towards threading position 5 left 5 At threading position 5 guide the blue thread through the rear slit of t...

Page 62: ...ng 62 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 6 At threading position 6 guide the blue thread upwards through the slit of the vertical metal rail 7 At threading position 7 guide the blue thread through the right hand side of the metal spiral ...

Page 63: ...ing the right needle Threading 63 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 8 Guide the blue thread to threading position 8 and pull it from left to right through the thread guide clip on the outer right hand side 8 ...

Page 64: ...the right hand needle You may also thread the blue thread with the aid of tweezers 11 Guide the blue thread between the metal needle plate and the presser foot by about 15 cm to the left The blue thread is threaded W6 Tip W6 WERTARBEIT also offers a helpful video for the threading procedure on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit eu and select Help W6 N 656D Free ...

Page 65: ... activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before threading the thread W6 Tip Always keep strictly to the prescribed sequence when threading the four threads 1 RED thread path 2 GREEN thread path 3 BLUE thread path 4 ORANGE thread path in order to create the correct pattern The following illustration provides a...

Page 66: ...e thread guide bar is fully extended The presser foot is in the upper position only then can the tension discs be disengaged Please follow the steps below 1 At threading position 1 pull the orange thread from the rear through the left hand hole of the thread guide 2 At threading position 2 guide the orange thread under the small metal plate of the thread guide When doing so keep the orange thread ...

Page 67: ...ition 4 When doing so hold the orange thread tight at the thread guide bar in order to be able to pull it under tension Hold the orange thread tight until it is in the correct threading position between the tension discs 4 At threading position 4 guide the orange thread around the protruding metal plate towards threading position 5 5 At threading position 5 guide the orange thread through the fron...

Page 68: ...g 68 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 6 At threading position 6 guide the orange thread upwards through the slit of the vertical metal rail 7 At threading position 7 guide the orange thread through the left hand side of the metal spiral ...

Page 69: ...reading the left needle Threading 69 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 8 Guide the orange thread to threading position 8 and pull it from left to right through the thread guide clip on the left hand side 8 ...

Page 70: ...eft hand sewing needle You can also thread the orange thread with the aid of tweezers 11 Guide the orange thread between the metal needle plate and the presser foot by about 15 cm to the left The orange thread is threaded W6 Tip W6 WERTARBEIT also offers a helpful video for the threading procedure on its website for free Please access our website using www w6 wertarbeit eu and select Help W6 N 656...

Page 71: ...ot controller is on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before threading the thread Please follow the steps below 1 Turn the hand wheel forwards towards you until the needles are in the top most position 2 Lower the ...

Page 72: ...read through the eye of the needle A loop is formed 5 Catch hold of the thread loop and pull the end of the thread through the eye of the needle Attention Please handle the threading aid with care A damaged thread ing aid is not covered by warranty The thread is threaded through the eye of the needle W6 Tip W6 WERTARBEIT also offers a helpful video for the threading process on its website for free...

Page 73: ...eap low quality threads can cause problems during sewing We therefore recommend that you use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 WERTAR BEIT thread available in more than four hundred different colours 10 8 Changing thread using a knot If a spool is empty or should you wish to switch to a different type or colour of thread it is possible to make this switch without being forced to go through ...

Page 74: ...hrough without difficulty Check whether a loop has formed beneath the spool holder or if the thread has become entangled in the thread path Remove all loops 7 Pull the blue and orange threads only far enough for the knot to be posi tioned ahead of the eye of the needle 8 Cut off the thread with the knot and re thread it through the eye of the needle All four threads have been changed using a knot ...

Page 75: ...ry mistakes right from the start we strongly recommend that you use only W6 thread and W6 needles 11 1 Overlock stitch Prerequisite All 4 threads have been threaded correctly The presser foot is in the top most position Please follow the steps below 1 Pull all 4 threads under the presser foot to the left over the needle plate 2 By turning the hand wheel check whether the upper and lower knives mov...

Page 76: ... 4 Turn the hand wheel 3 complete rotations towards you in order to begin chaining off 5 Lower the presser foot 6 Continue holding the run off chain stitch and operate the foot controller 7 Sew a run off chain approximately 7 cm long 8 Place the fabric under the presser foot from the front and sew a test seam The fabric has been chained off ...

Page 77: ...e the seam has reached the end of the fabric continue sewing be yond the edge of the fabric A thread chain is created 2 Cut the run off chain approximately 7 cm behind the presser foot 3 Knot the run off chain that has been sewn directly behind the fabric 4 Pull the remaining run off chain into the seam with a thick darning needle Sewing of the seam has ended ...

Page 78: ...Ending the seam Chaining off Finishing a seam 78 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR ...

Page 79: ...correct pattern W6 Tip Cheap low quality threads can cause problems during sewing We therefore recommend that you use thread tension friendly and lint free W6 WERTARBEIT thread available in more than four hundred different colours W6 Tip Use only W6 WERTARBEIT ELx705 size 80 or size 90 needles for this overlocker Other needle types are not permitted The following table serves as a guide for select...

Page 80: ...ics outfits and high stretch sportswear 3 Triple thread over lock seam narrow Set the cutting width to 6 5 2 5 N N No No Yes 4 0 4 0 4 0 Serging of edges seams hems and trimming suit able for all fabrics Stretchy soft seam for fine knitwear Decorative quickly sewn edging Embroidery style seams in non stretch woven fabrics fluffy fur like materials or non stretch knitwear Serging of tablecloths tab...

Page 81: ...e left hand side The decorative flat seam is created by pulling apart the two edges of the fabric 8 Triple thread stretch safety stitch seam 2 5 N N Yes Yes 4 0 4 0 Suitable for stretch fabrics that slip easily when sewn Especially suited for thinner non fraying fabrics 9 Double thread over lock seam wide 2 5 N N Yes Yes No 4 0 For wide edging of fabrics in which the stitch knotting is on the unde...

Page 82: ...in which the stitch knotting is on the left hand side of the fabric Double thread seams use less thread For non stretch fabrics such as pillows and duvet covers As a decorative seam for non stretch fabrics 13 Double thread flat lock seam wide 2 5 N N Yes Yes No 0 0 Especially suited for non stretch non fraying fabrics This seam is a wide decora tive seam in which the two edges of the fabric are pl...

Page 83: ... pulling apart the two edges of the fabric 15 Double thread narrow edge foot 1 5 N R Yes No Yes 0 0 Creates an extremely narrow version of the rolled hem For thin non stretch non fraying fabrics 16 Double thread rolled hem 1 N R Yes No Yes 4 0 Decorative edging of hems for fine and light weight fabrics Suit able for tucks or the insertion of lace in fine batiste Underwear handkerchiefs lightweight...

Page 84: ... tension 84 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR 2 Sew the two edges of the fabric together with one seam 3 Unfold the two parts of the fabric and pull apart the two edges of the seam that lie on top of each other A flat stitch is created ...

Page 85: ...must be removed regularly Should you notice the your seams no longer appear flawless even after you have thoroughly cleaned your device or if the device starts making more noise than usual this means that the device should be cleaned and dust must be removed from bearings and shafts by a professional The interaction of hook and needle bar should be readjusted at certain inter vals as these can als...

Page 86: ...on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting up unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before starting to clean the device Remove the needle plate at regular intervals and check for needle strikes Minor needle strikes on the needle plate can be removed by using...

Page 87: ...foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before oiling the overlocker NOTICE Risk of material damage Unsuitable oil might damage your overlocker Use only acid and resin free overlocker oil for oiling Oil the lubrication points of the upper looper the knife areas as well as other moving metal...

Page 88: ...due to an unexpected start up The foot controller is on the floor This can lead to the overlocker starting up unexpectedly if the foot controller is activated by for example a child a sufficiently heavy pet an object or accidental contact Always unplug the device from the mains before exchanging the upper knife Please follow the steps below 1 Open the front cover 2 Bring the upper knife to the wor...

Page 89: ...ces This is indicated by the symbol on the product manual or packaging Do not dispose of the overlocker together with 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 local authorities fo...

Page 90: ...re in the case of heavy fabrics See Operating elements Presser foot pressure dial page 26 Reduce the presser foot pressure in the case of lighter fabrics See Operating elements Presser foot pressure dial page 26 Check the differential feed Setting the differential feed dial page 30 Check the metal needle plate and the presser foot for needle strikes Replace the damaged parts Needle breakage Insert...

Page 91: ...upper looper for damage Skipped stitches Insert the needle correctly See Changing needles Inserting a needle page 38 Insert a new needle as the old one may be bent or blunt Tighten the needle clamp See Changing needles Inserting a needle page 38 Change the needle size Check the threading See Threading page 45 Check the needle plate the foot and the lower upper looper for damage See Operating eleme...

Page 92: ...e long term Check the quality of the thread by pulling strongly on the thread with the thumb nail and index finger nail Fabric puckers Reduce the thread tension See Operating elements 4 thread tension dials page 26 Check whether the thread has become entan gled somewhere along the thread path Use light weight high quality W6 WERTAR BEIT thread Change the differential feed See Operating elements St...

Page 93: ...the manufac turer and therefore does not unwind smoothly 14 2 2 Inserting a new needle Based on our experience we recommend using W6 WERTARBEIT needles for a smooth operation without faults The needle must be inserted up to the stop in the needle holder When doing so the flat side of the overlocker needle must point to the rear see Changing needles Inserting a needle page 38 Use only W6 WERTARBEIT...

Page 94: ...Check whether the needle plate shows needle strikes or other damage If necessary smooth these marks with fine emery paper In the event of excessive damage the needle plate must be replaced You can order a new needle plate online Please access our website using the following link www w6 wertarbeit eu After that select Spare Parts A damaged needle plate interferes with the proper transport of the fa...

Page 95: ...e processing of textiles in a domestic environment A different use or any use in excess of that specified shall be considered improper use 15 2 Technical data Dimensions and weights Width 28 7 cm Depth 31 1 cm Height 30 8 cm Weight 6 4 kg Stitch types Stitch length determined by feeder 1 0 5 0 mm Differential feed ratio 1 0 6 1 2 Overlock stitch width Left hand needle 5 0 7 0 mm Right hand needle ...

Page 96: ...der to ensure that you will always have access to the latest developments in sewing technology W6 WERTARBEIT reserves the right to change the design construction and accessories of the device at any time Number of threads 2 3 4 Electrical system Mains voltage 230 V Illumination LED Needle data ...

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Page 98: ...ade specifically for the W6 N 656D Free Arm 4 min video Tips and tricks for the W6 N 656D Free Arm A visual selection of stitches and their use W6 WERTARBEIT offers a wide range of sewing projects Please take a look at our website Please read the manual and the safety notes carefully before operating the machine In any event please consider registering your W6 WERTARBEIT over locker online By regi...

Page 99: ...Service information 99 Manual Overlock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR ...

Page 100: ...nife 17 N Needle holder 40 Needle threader 20 Needles 20 Notes on operational safety 5 O Oiler 20 On and off switch 17 21 Operating elements 21 P Pattern dial 16 Power and illumination switch 16 Power plug 17 Presser foot lifter 17 Presser foot pressure dial 17 R Rear view 16 18 S Safety notes 5 Screwdriver large 20 Selecting needles 36 Service information 98 Setting up 10 Causes of faults 90 Spec...

Page 101: ...ock W6 N 656D Free Arm 06 03 2019 1 0 GBR U Unpacking 9 Unplugging the device from the mains 14 Upper knife 20 Upper looper red thread path 18 W Waste bin to be placed below the overlock machine 20 What we expect from you 8 ...

Page 102: ... N 656D Free Arm 4 min video A tutorial video made specifically for the W6 N 656D Free Arm 4 min video Tips and tricks for the W6 N 656D Free Arm A visual selection of stitches and their use W6 WERTARBEIT offers a wide range of sewing projects Please take a look at our website Please read the manual and the safety notes carefully before operating the machine Regular inspections of the device subje...

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