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Page 1: ...w w w t o e w s c o m New Home 1722S Instruction Manual NH1722S NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 2: ...plug grasp the plug not the cord 10 Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle 11 Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break 12 Do not use bent needles 13 Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break 14 Switch this sewing machine off O when making any adjustment ...

Page 3: ...trol 16 Stitch Width Control 16 Reverse Stitch Control 16 SECTION 3 STRAIGHT STITCH SEWING Straight Stitch 17 Starting to sew 17 Finishing sewing 17 Use the Seam Guides 17 Turn a Square Corner 17 Variable Needle Position 18 Topstitching 18 Zipper Sewing 18 Fabric preparation 18 To sew 19 To Drop or Raise the Feed Dogs 20 Darning 20 SECTION 4 ZIGZAG STITCH SEWING Basic Zigzag 21 Satin Stitching 21 ...

Page 4: ... length control Bobbin winder spindle Spool pins Bobbin winding tension disc Upper needle thread guide Thread take up lever Thread tension dial Face cover Thread cutter Needle threader Needle plate Extension table Accessory box Carrying handle Handwheel Power switch Machine socket Free arm Presser foot lifter Presser foot holder Thumb screw Presser foot Needle clamp screw Needle Foot control 27 26...

Page 5: ...stitch foot 5 Satin stitch foot 6 Zipper foot 7 1 4 seam foot 8 Even foot 9 Quilting guide for even foot 10 Seam ripper buttonhole opener 11 Screwdriver 13 Screwdriver 14 Foot control 15 Hard cover 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 6: ...onnecting the power cord make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power 1 Turn off the power switch 2 Insert the machine plug into the machine socket 3 Insert the power supply plug into the outlet 4 Turn on the power switch 2 5 4 1 3 6 2 1 4 5 3 For Your Safety While in operation always keep your eyes on the sewing area Do not touch any moving parts such ...

Page 7: ...under the foot 1 Thread Cutter Thread cutter You do not need a pair of scissors to cut threads after sewing Simply use the built in thread cutter Accessory Box Open the cover of the accessory box toward you The sewing accessories are conveniently located in the box Setting Spool Pins Spool pin The spool pins are used for holding the spools of thread when feeding the thread to the machine To use pu...

Page 8: ... and the flat surface should be consistent Never use a bent or blunt needle A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits fine silks and silk like fabrics 1 2 4 1 3 2 Extension Table Detaching the table Pull the table away from the machine as illustrated for free arm sewing of cuffs and sleeves Attaching the table Push the extension table until it snaps into the machine Extension tab...

Page 9: ...asting stitch page 24 Blind hem stitch page 25 Lace work page 25 Shell stitch page 26 Multiple zigzag stitch page 26 Box stitch page 27 Decorative stitch patterns page 27 Straight stretch page 28 Rick rack stretch page 28 Overcast stretch stitching page 29 Smocking page 29 Serging page 30 Elastic stretch stitch page 30 Decorative stretch patterns page 31 Automatic buttonhole foot Use this foot for...

Page 10: ...dle position For Straight stitch page 17 Topstitching page 18 Straight stretch page 28 Satin stitch foot Use this foot for satin stitch and outlining applique For Satin stitching page 21 Monograming page 22 Applique page 22 Bar tacking page 23 NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 11: ...t Leather 11 75 WEIGHT FABRIC TYPE OF NEEDLE NEEDLE SIZE All Selecting Needle and Fabric For general sewing use needle sizes 11 or 14 A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics so the fabric will not be marred Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread In the needle set there is one each of sizes 11 14 16 and 18 an...

Page 12: ...To remove the bobbin case from the shuttle pull open the latch of the bobbin case Pull the bobbin case straight out of the shuttle 1 Bobbin winding Release the clutch by pulling out the handwheel This will stop the needle from moving while you wind the bobbin 2 3 4 5 Draw thread from the spool Guide the thread around the thread guide Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the out...

Page 13: ... free end of the thread held in your hand depress the foot control Stop the machine when the bobbin has made a few turns and cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin 6 7 8 Depress the foot control again When the bobbin is fully wound it stops automatically Return the bobbin winder to its original position by moving the spindle to the left and cut the thread 9 Push in the handwheel to engage ...

Page 14: ...t of the case 3 Continue to draw the thread under the tension spring and through the opening Pull out about 4 10 cm of thread Tension spring 4 Holding the latch open position the bobbin case into the shuttle and then release the latch 5 The case should lock into the place when the latch is released 1 1 1 NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 15: ...read behind the needle bar thread guide on the left Thread the needle from front to back 1 4 2 3 5 5 4 3 1 2 1 3 2 Needle threader q Knob w Hook e Guide r Thread end z Raise the needle to its highest position Push down the needle threader knob q as far as it will go The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind x Paying close attention to the needle point draw the thread around the guide e...

Page 16: ...d the stitch feels bumpy turn the dial to a lower tension setting number to loosen the needle thread tension 5 4 3 1 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for a Straight Stitch Correct tension Needle thread Top thread Bobbin thread Bottom thread To loosen To tighten The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric as illustrated magnified to show detail If you loo...

Page 17: ...zigzag pulls together on the right side Top side of fabric Tension is too loose Right side Top side of fabric Wrong side Bottom side of fabric Corner of each zigzag pulls together on the wrong side Bottom side of fabric 1 2 1 2 2 3 Adjust bobbin tension Adjusting screw Increase tension Decrease tension In some instances you may need to adjust the bobbin thread tension Turn the adjusting screw in t...

Page 18: ... S L S 1 Reverse Stitch Control Press the stitch control to sew in reverse 0 5 1 2 3 4 When the stitch width is narrow the right side of the pattern will be cut off Example Pattern 5 Stitch Width Control Slide the stitch width control until the setting mark reaches the desired stitch width The higher the number the wider the stitch width Setting mark Width 5 Width 3 NOTE Before sliding the stitch ...

Page 19: ...easure seam width The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance between the center needle position and the edge of the fabric The lines are 1 8 0 3 cm apart and are engraved at 3 8 4 8 5 8 and 6 8 The lines in millimeters are 5 mm apart and are engraved at 10 mm 15 mm and 20 mm 1 3 2 Turn a Square Corner Cornering guide When sewing with fabric edge at 5 8 seam guide to turn a square corner...

Page 20: ... of the fabric next to the right edge of the presser foot Evenly guide the fabric along the edge to produce an even row of topstitching 3 8 1 0 cm from the edge NOTE When using the straight stitch foot make sure to set the needle positions selector at Center needle position and stitch width at 5 Otherwise the needle may strike the sewing foot and could possibly break 5 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 5 8 2 2c...

Page 21: ...e length of zipper tape removing pins as you go Before reaching pull tab unzip a few inches to clear a path for the stitch Remove fabric and close zipper Take the upper fabric layer and lay it flat over the zipper Beginning above pull tab at top of zipper tape sew a seam about 3 8 to 1 2 approx 1 3 cm distance from the basting stitches Stop sewing at a position just below the zipper bottom stop Tu...

Page 22: ...te piece of fabric under the hole to reinforce it To Drop or Raise the Feed Dogs To drop the feed dogs press the lever in the direction of the arrow as illustrated To raise the feed dogs push the lever in the direction of the arrow as illustrated and turn handwheel towards you Feed dogs must be up for normal sewing 2 1 1 Darning Stitch pattern selector 1 or 2 Presser foot Removed Needle thread ten...

Page 23: ... Once your machine is set up to stitch for the best result test stitch on the fabric being used A tight satin stitch may pucker some lightweight fabrics 2 1 5 3 4 5 Basic Zigzag Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 2 to 5 Stitch length control 0 5 to 4 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 Satin Stitching Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Satin stitch foot Needl...

Page 24: ...attern with a satin stitch adjusting the stitch width 1 2 5 4 3 2 1 3 4 5 Monogramming Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Satin stitch foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 0 5 to 1 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 Applique Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Satin stitch foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 0 5 to 1 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 4 3 ...

Page 25: ... so that the needle is in its leftmost position and then drop the needle through the left hole in the button Thread the needle 4 Press the foot control and sew about 10 stitches 5 Sew the other row of holes if applicable using the steps above Trim excess threads from both sides of the fabric 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 Bar Tacking Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Satin stitch foot Needle thread tension 1 ...

Page 26: ...inside the raw corner of a fabric The right tip of the stitch should just clear the row edge Overcasting Stitch Stitch pattern selector 3 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 2 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 3 2 4 1 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 27: ...ttern selector 5 or 6 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 3 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 Lace Work Stitch pattern selector 5 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 3 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 3 1 2 4 5 Lace adds a fanciful feminine touch to blouses and lingerie Table linens and pillows become more ele...

Page 28: ...o 3 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 3 2 4 1 5 Multiple Zigzag Stitch Stitch pattern selector 4 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 4 Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 Mending Position the tear under the needle so that the stitch catches both sides Seam finishing Place the fabric under the presser foot ...

Page 29: ...rol 5 1 2 4 3 5 3 1 2 4 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 3 1 2 4 5 Decorative Stitch Patterns Stitch pattern selector 9 10 11 12 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control 0 5 to 1 Stitch width control 5 For a delicate appearance on fabric such as chiffon use a single layer with a tear away backing if necessary 1 2 4 3 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 NH1722S Instruction Man...

Page 30: ...asticity and strength are necessary in order to insure comfort and durability Straight Stretch Stitch pattern selector 1 or 2 Presser foot Zigzag foot Presser foot Straight stitch foot Needle thread tension 2 to 6 Stitch length control STRETCH S L Stitch width control 0 or 5 1 2 4 3 5 NOTE When using the straight stitch foot make sure to set the needle positions selector at Center needle position ...

Page 31: ...e threads along one edge From the other edge pull the bobbin threads bottom threads to distribute the gathers evenly and secure the threads Sew the smocking stitches between the gathered rows Remove the straight stitches by pulling them out 2 1 2 NOTE Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easier 2 3 1 2 4 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 Smocking Stitch pattern selector 4 Presser foot Zigz...

Page 32: ...resser foot and stitch into place making sure the elastic is evenly distributed 3 1 2 4 5 4 3 2 1 0 L S 0 5 1 2 3 4 Elastic Stretch Stitch Stitch pattern selector 8 Presser foot Zigzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control STRETCH S L Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 This stitch is ideal for 1 4 0 6 cm seams on knits or on medium to heavy weight woven fabrics where you want a nar...

Page 33: ...igzag foot Needle thread tension 1 to 4 Stitch length control STRETCH S L Stitch width control 5 1 2 4 3 5 Decorative stretch patterns are used for adding a creative and personalized touch to items You can decorate children s clothes women s blouses curtains etc NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Owners Manual User Guide ...

Page 34: ...ear of the automatic buttonhole foot The button holder on the foot takes a button up to 1 0 2 5 cm in diameter Make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric to check your settings Use interfacing on stretch fabrics Pull the button holder to the back and place the button in it Push it forward tightly against the button Pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go 1 2 2 1 1 2 SECTION...

Page 35: ...e automatic buttonhole foot Depress the foot control to sew a buttonhole Remove the fabric and place a pin just before the bartack at each end to prevent cutting bartacks Cut the opening with the buttonhole opener 4 5 6 To repeat buttonhole sewing turn the stitch selector to then back to again as shown Now simply step on the foot control to sew an identical buttonhole 5 When finished push the butt...

Page 36: ... the filler cord into the forks on the front of the automatic buttonhole foot R to hold them tight Lower the needle into the garment where the buttonhole will start and lower the foot Spur Forks 4 3 2 Depress the foot control gently and sew the buttonhole Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be sewn over the cord Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing threads only Needl...

Page 37: ... fingers when you handle it Unplug the machine and open the face cover While pushing the bulb up turn it to the left counterclockwise to remove Put in a new bulb by pushing it up and turning it to the right clockwise SECTION 8 CARE OF YOUR MACHINE NOTE Unplug the machine Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained in this section Do not store the machine in a high humidity area near a hea...

Page 38: ...n the right side The hook will be on the bottom 3 Put the shuttle race cover back into place over the shuttle assembly 4 Snap the levers back into the original position 3 4 6 7 8 5 2 9 3 4 6 5 2 1 6 5 Cleaning the shuttle area Bobbin case Levers Shuttle race cover Shuttle Shuttle race Center pin on the shuttle 1 Raise the needle bar to its highest point then and remove the bobbin case 2 Push the s...

Page 39: ...ing the Machine Oil behind the face cover Open the face cover and oil the two points as shown at least once a year One or two drops of oil is sufficient Remove excess oil otherwise it may stain the fabric In case the machine has not been used for a long period oil it before sewing Use quality sewing machine oil NOTE Unplug the machine before oiling NH1722S Instruction Manual www toews com 1722S Ow...

Page 40: ... 2 Lint has collected in the shuttle area 3 The bobbin is damaged and doesn t turn smoothly 1 The needle is incorrectly inserted 2 The needle is bent or blunt 3 The needle clamp screw is loose 4 The needle thread tension is too tight 5 The threads are not drawn to the rear after the previous sewing 6 The needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn 1 The needle is incorrectly inserted 2 The needle...

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