XL5050us_cover. Operation Manual. English XC Printed in China. XC XL5050 (NA03J061) Bk

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1 XL00us_cover Operation Manual English 88-8 XC67-0 Printed in China XC67-0 XL00 (NA0J06) Bk

2 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be taken: Read all instructions before use. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using it and before cleaning it.. Always unplug the machine before you change the light bulb. Replace the bulb with the same type and rated watts. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 6. Do not use outdoors. 7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 8. To disconnect the machine, set the main switch to the position (which represents off), and then remove the plug from the outlet. 9. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 0. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.. Do not use bent needles.. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle, causing it to break.. Switch the machine to the position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot.. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 6. This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 7. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use.

3 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT (in the United Kingdom) Main supply (AC 0/0V, 0Hz) DO NOT cut off the main plug from the equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power outlet in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power outlet, then obtain an appropriate safety-approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If the main plug is cut off, be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main power supply. IMPORTANT (in the other countries) If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug should be fitted. With alternative plugs, an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug. NOTE: The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event that the plug fuse is replaced, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 6, i.e., carrying the mark, rated as marked on the plug. Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL, OR COLORED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW. The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following code: Blue Brown Neutral Live As the colors of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or colored black or blue. The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or colored red or brown. CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH. Connect the three-prong plug into the machine.. Connect the electrical supply plug into a wall outlet. When leaving the machine unattended, the main power switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket outlet. The main power/sewing light switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off. Turn on Turn off When servicing the machine, removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine must be unplugged.

4 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER/SEWING LIGHT SWITCH... CONTENTS... PRINCIPAL PARTS... ACCESSORIES... USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE...6 Connecting Plugs... 6 Main Power/Sewing Light Switch... 7 Foot Controller... 7 Inserting the Needle... 7 Checking the Needle... 8 Changing the Presser Foot... 8 Converting to Free-arm Style... 9 Steadying the Machine... 9 THE CONTROLS...0 Pattern Selection Dial... 0 Recommended Widths and Lengths for es... Length Dial... Stretch ing... Reverse Sewing Lever... Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever)... THREADING THE MACHINE... Winding the Bobbin... Lower Threading... 6 Upper Threading... 8 Using the Needle Threader (models equipped with a needle threader)... 9 Quick Thread-Setting System FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with a quick thread-setting system)... 0 Drawing up the lower thread... Sewing with a Twin Needle... Tension of the Thread... CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS... Please Read Before Sewing... Straight ing... Zigzag ing... 6 Blind Hem ing... 7 Shell Tuck ing... 7 Elastic ing... 8 Scallop ing... 8 Overedge ing... 9 Feather ing... 9 Triple Zigzag Stretch ing... 0 Decorative ing... 0 Making a Buttonhole (-Step Automatic Buttonhole)... 0 Making a Buttonhole (-Step Buttonhole)... Adjusting Buttonholes... Sewing Buttons... Zipper Insertion... Gathering... Darning... Appliqués... 6 Monogramming and Embroidering... 6 MAINTENANCE...8 Changing the Light Bulb... 8 Oiling... 8 Cleaning... 9 Performance Checklist... 0 Repacking the Machine... INDEX...

5 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS Bobbin-winding assembly (page ) This winds the thread onto the bobbin, which you use for the lower thread. Spool pin (page and 8) Holds the spool of thread. Bobbin-winding tension disc and thread guide (page ) Thread take-up lever (page 8) Thread cutter (page 6) 6 Upper tension-control dial (page ) This controls the tension of the upper thread. 7 Pattern selection dial (page 0) You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch you want. 8 length dial (page ) This controls the length of the stitches. 9 Reverse-sewing lever (page ) You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction. 0 Buttonhole fine adjustment screw (page ) A Buttonhole lever (-Step automatic buttonhole) (page 0) B Needle threader (page 9) This is only available on certain models. C Handle D Balance wheel Turn toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. E Main power/sewing light switch (page 7) You can turn the main power and sewing light on and off. F Foot controller receptacle (page 6) Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply. G Presser foot lever (page 8) This raises and lowers the presser foot. H Foot controller (page 7) You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing. I Zigzag presser foot

6 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM ACCESSORIES XA9- X969- X970-0 (For Step Automatic Buttonhole) (For Step Buttonhole) X X SA6(For U.S.A.) SFB(XA9-)(For other countries) 7 X XA- Buttonhole foot ( pc.) Zipper foot ( pc.) Button sewing foot ( pc.) Needle pack (regular single needle HAX0) ( pcs.) Twin needle ( pc.) 6 Bobbins ( pcs.) 7 Screwdriver ( pc.) 8 Extra spool pin ( pc.) 9 Darning plate (pc.) (When the machine is not equipped with a Drop Feed.) Parts code for zigzag presser foot: 8- Foot controller: XC79-0 (0/0V areas) XC78-0 (0/0V areas) XC76-0 (U.K.) XC7-0 (Australia, New Zealand) The above accessories are stored in the accessory bag inside the extension table. These accessories have been designed to help you carry out most sewing tasks.

7 XL000us.book Page 6 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances: When you are away from the machine After using the machine When the power fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result. Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result. When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock. Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use. Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, otherwise a fire may result. Connecting Plugs Connect the power cord plug to the machine. Connect the power supply plug to a wall outlet. 6

8 XL000us.book Page 7 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Note When leaving the machine unattended, the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket outlet. When servicing the machine, removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine must be unplugged. (For U.S.A. only) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way. Foot Controller When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. When you press harder, the machine s speed will increase. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will stop. You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use. Main Power/Sewing Light Switch This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off. Turn on (toward the I mark) Turn off (toward the O mark). Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to build up on the foot controller, otherwise a fire or an electric shock could occur. Note (For U.S.A. only) Foot Controller: Model KD-90 This foot controller can be used with Models XL-00/XL-060/XL-070/ XL-0/XL-06/XL-07. Inserting the Needle Turn the main power switch off before you change the needle. If you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. Only use sewing-machine needles for home use. Other needles may bend or break and cause injury. Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and cause injury. Remove the power supply plug from the electrical outlet. 7

9 XL000us.book Page 8 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position. Lower the presser foot. If a needle is already installed, remove it by loosening the needle clamp with a screwdriver and pulling the needle down. Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing. To check if the needle is bent, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface as shown. Replace the needle if it is bent or dull. Screwdriver Do not use extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the back of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. Tighten the needle clamp. Changing the Presser Foot Always turn off the power before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. Only use presser feet that have been designed to be used with this machine. Using other any presser feet may cause an accident or injury. You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how. Snap-On Type Screwdriver Needle stopper Needle Make sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not in fully, or if the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Release the foot by raising the lever at the back of the holder assembly. 8

10 XL000us.book Page 9 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Put a different presser foot on the needle plate so that the bar on the presser foot is in line with the slot on the shank. Lower the presser foot lever and fix the presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in. Converting to Free-arm Style Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to the free-arm style, lift out the extension table attachment. Lift the bottom of the extension table up toward you. Pull the extension table out to remove it. Extension table Steadying the Machine When the machine is placed on an uneven surface, turn the rubber cushion on the front right-hand side of the base plate to adjust it until the machine is stable. If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may strike the presser foot, which may bend or break the needle and cause injury. 9

11 XL000us.book Page 0 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. widths and lengths are shown on the following page. Note Since the pattern selection dial is not continuous, it cannot be turned directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to the last one. To select the first stitch when the last one is displayed or to select the last stitch when the first one is displayed, turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch is displayed. Pattern selection dial es (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) es (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) es (-Step Buttonhole)

12 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Recommended Widths and Lengths for es es (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Pattern Name -STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width (/6) Recommended Length -. (/6-/6) Page in Instructions 0 STRAIGHT STITCH (CENTER) - - (/6-/6),, STRAIGHT STITCH (LEFT) ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH BLIND HEM STITCH SHELL TUCK STITCH ELASTIC STITCH STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH SCALLOP STITCH -.7 (/6). (/8) (/6). (/8) (/6) (/6) (/6) (/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/8) -. (/6-/) -. (/6-/6) -. (/6-/6),, 6,, 6 6,, 6 6,, TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (CENTER) -. (/) TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (LEFT) TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH STRETCH OVERLOCK STITCH ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH FEATHER STITCH ARROWHEAD STITCH DECORATIVE STITCH -.7 (/6). (/8) (/6). (/8) (/6) (/6) (/6) (/6). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/)

13 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 7 es (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Pattern Name -STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE Recommended Width (/6) Recommended Length -. (/6-/6) Page in Instructions 0 STRAIGHT STITCH (CENTER) - - (/6-/6),, STRAIGHT STITCH (LEFT) ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH BLIND HEM STITCH SHELL TUCK STITCH ELASTIC STITCH -.7 (/6). (/8) (/6). (/8) (/6) (/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/8) -. (/6-/),, 6,, 6 6,, 6 6,, TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (CENTER) -. (/) TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (LEFT) TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 6 7 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH STRETCH OVERLOCK STITCH ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH FEATHER STITCH -.7 (/6). (/8) (/6). (/8) (/6) (/6). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/). (/)

14 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM 7 es (-Step Buttonhole) Pattern Name -STEP BUTTONHOLE ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH ZIGZAG STITCH Recommended Width (/6).7 (/6). (/8) (/6) Recommended Length -. (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6) Page in Instructions 6,, 6 6,, 6 6,, 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (CENTER) - - (/6-/6),, 6 STRAIGHT STITCH (LEFT) 7 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH SHELL TUCK STITCH ELASTIC STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH - (/6) (/6) (/6).7 (/6). (/8) (/6) - (/6-/6) -. (/6-/6) - (/6-/8) -. (/6-/). (/). (/). (/),, TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (CENTER) -. (/) TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (LEFT) ARROWHEAD STITCH 6 7 ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH FEATHER STITCH - (/6) (/6) (/6). (/). (/). (/). (/) 9 9 9

15 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Length Dial Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to adjust the stitch length for best results. The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (/"). THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE STITCH. With the 0 setting material is not fed. This is used when sewing on a button. The range is for making a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch), which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. The position needed for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being used. To determine the exact dial position, first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of fabric to observe the feeding of the material.. Makes fine stitches Standard position Makes rough stitches SS + Note The dial cannot be turned past + SS -. Do not forcefully turn the stitch length dial out of the allowable range. length dial Longer Shorter If the stitches are bunched together, lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing. Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury. Stretch ing Selecting a stretch stitch Setting the stitch length dial to SS changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch. 0 Reverse Sewing Lever You can use reverse sewing for backtacking and reinforcing seams. To sew in reverse, push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the reverse sewing lever. The machine will then sew forward. Drop Feed Lever (if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever) Use the drop feed lever to raise or lower the feed dogs according to the job that is being done. When monogramming, embroidering, darning or sewing on buttons, the feed dogs should be lowered so that the garment will not be fed. SS Adjusting the stretch stitching The machine is adjusted at the factory so that the stretch stitching can be sewn with the stitch length dial set to SS (standard position). If different types of fabric or thread are used or the pattern does not have the correct shape, turn the dial toward either + or - to adjust the stitch. Drop feed lever Up position: Feed dogs are down. Down position: Feed dogs are up.

16 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin right. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring slides into the slit. Only use the bobbin (part code: SA6, SFB (XA9-)) that has been designed for this sewing machine. Using of any other bobbin may cause damage to the machine. The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA6, SFB (XA9-)). Actual size Spring Slit While holding the end of the thread, gently press the foot controller to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then, stop the machine.. mm (7/6") Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and pass the thread around the bobbin-winding tension disc. Trim the excess thread above the bobbin and continue winding the thread onto the bobbin by pressing the foot controller. Note The machine stops automatically when the bobbin is full. Bobbin-winding tension disc Bobbin-winding shaft If the spool of thread is not in the right place, the thread may tangle on the spool pin. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin-winding shaft and slide the bobbin-winding shaft to the 6 After the machine stops, cut the thread, slide the shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin. Note The needle bar does not move after the bobbin-winding shaft is slid to the right. Immediately after winding the bobbin, it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the balance wheel.

17 XL000us.book Page 6 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. Lower Threading Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may break the needle. Wound evenly Wound poorly Wound evenly Wound poorly The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA6, SFB (XA9-)). Actual size. mm (7/6") Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to work, you could be injured. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever. Open the shuttle cover behind the extension table on the front of the machine and pull the bobbin case out of the shuttle race by pulling the latch toward you. Bobbin case latch Bobbin case finger 6

18 XL000us.book Page 7 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Unwind about 0 cm (") of thread from a full bobbin and insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. (See fig. A-.) Pull the trailing thread into the slot, then down and to the left, as shown in fig. A-, until it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring (fig. A-). A- To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, be sure to turn off the machine before servicing it. In addition, be sure to close the shuttle cover. A- A- Tension spring Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the correct direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Holding the bobbin case by the latch, fully insert the bobbin case into the shuttle race and release the latch. Make sure the bobbin case finger fits into the notch at the top of the race. Bobbin case finger Notch Note If the bobbin case is not properly placed back into the machine, it will fall out from the shuttle immediately after you start sewing. 7

19 XL000us.book Page 8 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Threading Spool pin Thread guide Tension discs Thread take-up lever While holding the thread, pull it between the tension discs. Make sure you thread the machine properly, otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle. Set the main power switch to O. Raise the presser foot lever and turn the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin. Guide the thread to the back of the thread take-up lever and around to the left. Bring the thread through the slit by pulling it toward you and into the eyelet. If the spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break. Pass the thread through guides. Thread take-up lever Spool pin Thread guide Tension discs Thread take-up lever 8

20 XL000us.book Page 9 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM 6 Bring the thread down and pass it behind the thread guide. Turn the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) until the bottom of the needle holder aligns with the bottom of the needle-threading-hook holder. Thread guide Thread the needle from front to back and pull 7 out about cm (") of thread. Needle holder Needle threader lever Hook holder Align Note When you use the needle threader, make sure to align the bottom of the needle holder with the bottom of the holder for the needle-threading hook before lowering the needle threader lever, otherwise the hook may be damaged. While lowering the needle threader lever, hook the thread onto the guide. cm (inch) Note If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread cannot be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up before you feed the upper thread. If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. Using the Needle Threader (models equipped with a needle threader) Set the main power switch to O. Lower the presser foot lever. Needle holder Needle threader lever Guide Pull down the needle threader lever as much as possible, and then turn the lever toward the back of the machine (away from you). Make sure that the hook passes through the eye of the needle and grabs the thread. Hold the thread in front of the needle to make sure that the hook grabs it. 9

21 XL000us.book Page 0 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding the thread, turn the needle threader lever toward the front of the machine (toward you). The hook will pull the thread through the needle. Hook Thread Quick Thread-Setting System FAST START BOBBIN (models equipped with a quick thread-setting system) This new system allows you to start sewing immediately after inserting the bobbin without pulling up the lower thread. You can, however, draw up the lower thread as explained in Drawing up the lower thread if you wish. Set the main power switch to O. Hold the end of the bobbin thread and insert the bobbin case into the shuttle. 6 Raise the needle threader lever and pull out about cm (") of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. Bobbin case Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the thread through the slit in the cover. The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 7/-00/6. Check the table on page for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. If you are using transparent nylon mono-filament thread, you can only use needles in the range of 90/-00/6. You cannot use the needle threader if you are using decorative threads or speciality needles, such as the twin needle and wing needle. If you are using these types of threads or needles, thread the needle by hand. Make sure the main power switch is off when threading the needle by hand. Shuttle cover Slit Slide the thread down to the bottom of the slit, pull it up, and then cut it on the cutter to complete the lower threading. Pull out about cm (6") of the upper thread as usual, and then pull it between the toes of the presser foot and straight toward the back of the machine. Start sewing as usual. (It is not necessary to draw up the bobbin thread.) (Refer to page.) 0

22 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Drawing up the lower thread Raise the presser foot and the needle to their highest positions. While lightly holding the end of the upper thread, slowly turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) once by hand to lower, then raise the needle. The upper thread should have caught the lower thread in a loop. Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread. Upper thread Lower thread loop Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches. Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: X7-00). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. When using the twin needle, make sure the stitch width dial is not set above since this may cause the needle to hit the needle plate and break. Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and cause injuries. When using the twin needle, make sure you use the zigzag presser foot only. Attaching the Twin Needle Attach the twin needle in the same way as a single needle (see page 7). The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should face toward you. Attaching the Extra Spool Pin Put the extra vertical spool pin in the hole on the top right-hand side of the machine. Put the second spool of thread onto the extra spool pin. Pull out about cm (6") of both threads and put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. The upper thread should pass between the toes of the presser foot. Extra spool pin Upper thread Lower thread

23 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately. Threading the Right Needle Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle. See page 8 for more details. Threading the Left Needle Thread the left needle in the same way that you threaded the right needle using the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin, but do not pass the thread through the thread guide above the needle before you pass it through the eye of the left needle. Possible Problems If the Tension Is Wrong Upper tension is too tight. Locks will appear on the surface of the fabric. Upper tension control dial Decrease the tension by turning the dial to a lower number. Reverse Surface Upper tension is too loose. Locks appear on the reverse side of the fabric. Upper tension control dial Increase the tension by turning the dial to a higher number. 6 Right needle thread passes through thread guide Left needle thread passes in front of thread guide Thread guide 6 Note Models that are equipped with a Needle Threader You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Instead, thread the twin needle by hand, from front to back. Using the needle threader may damage the machine. Tension of the Thread The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo We recommend that you sew a scrap piece of fabric to check the thread tension before sewing on your project. The basic thread tension setting is. Reverse Surface Note The lower thread tension has been adjusted at the factory for general use. For most sewing applications, no adjustment is needed. When sewing with thin thread on thin fabrics, the thread tension cannot be adjusted adequately with the upper tension control dial. Instead, the thread tension must be adjusted according to the procedure described below. Lower tension is too loose. Locks appear on the surface of the fabric. Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to a lower number. If the result is still not satisfactory, then adjust the bobbin thread tension as explained below. Bobbin Increase the tension in the bobbin by turning the screw with a small screwdriver in a clockwise direction. However, do not turn the screw more than one full turn. Remember to return the screw to its original position before starting your next project.

24 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Correct tension Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your fabric. Reverse Surface

25 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS Mediumweight fabrics Lightweight fabrics Heavyweight fabrics Stretch fabrics Fabric Type Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn, Batiste Type Cotton Synthetic mercerized Silk or silk finished Cotton Thread Size Georgette Synthetic mercerized Challis, Satin Silk 0 80 Denim Cotton 0 0 Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot For top-stitching Synthetic mercerized 0 Silk Thread for knits 0 60 Size of Needle 7/ 90/ 7/ 90/ 00/6 Ball-point needle (golden colored) 7/ 90/ Synthetic mercerized 0 90/ 00/6 Silk Note Select the correct needle and thread size from the above chart. Use the same size thread for the upper (spool) and lower (bobbin) threads. For clear nylon thread, always use needle 90/ - 00/6. Make sure you follow the needle, thread, and fabric combinations listed in the table. Using the wrong combination, for example, using heavyweight fabric such as denim with a small needle (for example, 7/) may bend or break the needle. Also, the seam may be uneven, the fabric may pucker, or the machine may skip stitches.

26 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Please Read Before Sewing To avoid being injured, watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine. Keep your hands away from moving parts. Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing, otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured. Do not use bent or broken needles, otherwise you may be injured. Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other objects during sewing, otherwise the needle may break and you may be injured. Always use the correct presser foot. If you use the wrong presser, the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break and you may also be injured. When you turn the balance wheel by hand, always turn it toward the front of the machine (counterclockwise). Turning it the other way may cause the thread to tangle and damage the needle or fabric. You may also be injured. Straight ing Name Pattern Straight (Center needle position) Straight (Left needle position) Triple Stretch (Center needle position) Triple Stretch (Left needle position) Length - (/6-/6) - (/6-/6). (/). (/) Width Backtacking 6 Press the reverse sewing lever down as far as possible, and then lightly step on the foot controller. Sew to 0 stitches in the reverse direction. Release the reverse sewing lever and start 7 sewing in the forward direction by pressing the foot controller. Starting Sewing Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the Straight or Triple Stretch. Raise the needle to its highest position and lift the presser foot lever. Pull up the lower thread by turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise), and place both the upper and lower threads behind the presser foot. Put the fabric under the presser foot and position the needle cm (/8") from the edge of the fabric. Lower the presser foot. You can use reverse sewing for locking the end of seams and where you need to strengthen a stitch. Changing Sewing Direction Make sure the needle does not hit a pin or any other object during sewing. The thread could tangle or the needle could break. You could also be injured. With the needle still in the fabric, stop the machine at the point where you want to change the sewing direction.

27 XL000us.book Page 6 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its new direction using the needle as a turning point for the fabric. To prepare the machine for the next seam, pull about 0 cm (") of thread through the toes of the presser foot toward the back of the machine. Top-ing and Stretch Materials You can use the Straight for top-stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics. You can use Triple Stretch for sewing stretch fabrics. Zigzag ing Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in the new direction. Finishing Sewing Name Pattern Length Width to the end of the seam and stop. Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch backwards for cm (/8") from the end of the fabric. Zigzag - (/6-/6) Zigzag - (/6-/6) Zigzag - (/6-/6).7 (/6). (/8) (/6) Zigzag Turn the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag, and then select the stitch length. Removing the Material from the Machine Stop the machine. Raise the needle to its highest position and make sure that the thread take-up lever is also at its highest position. Lift the presser foot and pull the fabric out gently to the left-hand side. Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the left-hand side of the machine. We recommend that you sew using the Straight at the beginning and end of the zigzag stitches. Thread cutter 6

28 XL000us.book Page 7 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM SATIN STITCH Setting the Zigzag length in the range produces a satin stitch (close zigzag stitch). The satin stitch can be used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. Set the pattern selection dial to the desired Zigzag, set the stitch length in the range. Blind Hem ing Name You can use the Blind Hem to finish the edge of a project, like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Use the Blind Hem when sewing on non-stretch fabrics, and the Stretch Blind Hem for stretch fabrics. Blind Hem Stretch Blind Hem Pattern Length - (/6-/6) -. (/6-/6) Both threads should be the same color as the fabric. Fold back the hem, as shown in fig. A. Then fold the edge of the fabric as in fig. B. Leave a 6 mm (/6") overlap at the edge. Set the pattern selection dial to the Blind Hem or Stretch Blind Hem, and then set the stitch length. Sew on the fold as in fig. C. Width. (/8) (/6) When the fabric is unfolded you will have a blind hem stitch as shown in fig. D. A B C Right side of fabric Wrong side of fabric Note The Stretch Blind Hem is useful for stretch fabrics. Shell Tuck ing Name Shell Tuck Pattern Length - (/6-/8) Width (/6) The Shell Tuck can be used to sew a picot (lace-like) edge on lightweight fabric. Set the pattern selection dial to the Shell Tuck. Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normal. D Place the fabric under the presser foot so that it will be sewn along the bias with the straight stitches sewn on the seamline and the zigzag stitches sewn slightly over the folded edge. Sew at a slow speed. 7

29 XL000us.book Page 8 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic ing Name Pattern Length Elastic -. (/6-/) Width (/6) Joining Fabric You can use the Elastic to join two pieces of fabric together. In addition, it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics. If you are using nylon thread, the stitch will not be visible. Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser foot. You can use the Elastic for mending, sewing elastic or joining fabric. Each is explained below. Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic. Mending Sew them together using the Elastic. Make sure you keep the two fabric edges close together. Set the stitch length dial between ".. " and Place the reinforcement fabric under the area you want to mend. Following the line of the tear, sew using the Elastic as illustrated. Scallop ing Sewing Elastic Place the elastic on the fabric. As you sew, stretch the elastic in front of and behind the presser foot. Name Scallop Pattern Length -. (/6-/6) Width (/6) This machine automatically produces a Scallop for decorative edging. Set the pattern selection dial to the Scallop. Sew the Scallop along the edge of the material. If desired, trim around the scallop with scissors to create a scalloped edge. Be careful not to cut the thread. 8

30 XL000us.book Page 9 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Overedge ing Name You can use these stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation. The Overlock es are also useful for sewing stretch materials while the Arrowhead is ideal for sewing the edge of a blanket. Stretch Overlock Pattern Length Width. (/8) Elastic. Overlock (/) (/6) Arrowhead Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Overlock, Stretch Overlock or Arrowhead. Put the fabric under the presser foot so that the seamline (or arrowhead point) is approximately mm (/8") to the left of the center of the presser foot. This stitch works best with a seam allowance of approximately 6 mm (/") as this allows the right (zigzag) side of the stitch to overlock the cut edge of the fabric. If the seam allowance is wider than the stitch pattern, trim away any excess fabric after stitching. A finished Elastic Overlock is shown in the diagram below. Feather ing Name Feather Use the Feather as a decorative top-stitch when hemming blankets, tablecloths or draperies, or when embroidering. Pattern Length. (/) Width (/6) Set the pattern selection dial to the Feather. Place the fabric right side up and sew cm (/8") from the edge of the fabric. Trim close to the stitching. The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling. 9

31 XL000us.book Page 0 Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Triple Zigzag Stretch ing Name Triple Zigzag Stretch Triple Zigzag Stretch Triple Zigzag Stretch Pattern Length. (/) Width.7 (/6). (/8) (/6) This stitch can be used wherever a Zigzag would be used to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics. The Triple Zigzag Stretch can also be used as a decorative top-stitch. Set the pattern selection dial to the Triple Zigzag Stretch. Making a Buttonhole (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Pattern (-Step Automatic Buttonhole) Length -. (/6-/6) Width (/6) Foot Buttonhole Foot Memo We recommend that you practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on the actual garment. When making buttonholes on soft fabrics, place stabilizer material on the underside of the fabric. Decorative ing Name Pattern Length Width Making a buttonhole is a simple process that provides reliable results. Making a Buttonhole Using tailor s chalk, mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric. Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection dial to " ". You need to sew the front bar tack first. Lower the presser foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric. Open the button plate and insert the button. Decorative. (/) (/6) This stitch can be used for decorative stitching. Starting mark on the fabric Marks on the foot Button plate 0

32 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Lower the buttonhole lever and push it back slightly. Once sewing is completed, gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack, and then trim off the excess. PUSH PUSH PUSH 6 While gently holding the upper thread, start the machine. The bar tacks of the buttonhole are sewn in 7 the order shown. Making a Buttonhole (-Step Buttonhole) Pattern Length Width Foot Stop the machine when buttonhole stitching is 8 finished. (-Step Buttonhole) -. (/6-/6) (/6) Buttonhole Foot Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, the buttonhole stitching is sewn over a gimp thread. Using tailor s chalk, mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric, and then attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection dial to. Hook the gimp thread onto the back end of the buttonhole foot, bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot, insert them into the grooves, and then temporarily tie them there. Lower the presser foot and start sewing. Memo We recommend that you practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on the actual garment. When making buttonholes on soft fabrics, place stabilizer material on the underside of the fabric. Making a buttonhole is a simple process that provides reliable results. Making a Buttonhole Using tailor s chalk, mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric. Attach the buttonhole foot, and then slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot as far back as possible.

33 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to sew the front bar tack first. Line the bar tack mark under the center of the presser foot and align it with the two lines on the presser foot. Securing the ing and Cutting the Buttonhole To secure the stitching, turn the material 90 degrees counterclockwise and sew straight stitches to the end of the front bar tack of the buttonhole. Remove the material from the machine. We recommend that you put pins across both ends of the buttonhole to prevent the stitches from being cut. Front of chalk mark Red lines If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation, the needle may strike the presser foot, bending or breaking the needle and causing injuries. Cut an opening in the middle of the buttonhole with a seam ripper. Be careful not to cut through any stitches. Making A Buttonhole Step Sewn section Pattern Step a/c c (Front bar tack) a. Set the pattern selection dial to a.. Lower the presser foot and sew to 6 stitches.. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitches, and then raise the needle from the material. Step b b (Left side) a When using the seam ripper to open the buttonhole, do not put your hand or fingers in the path of the ripper. The seam ripper may slip and cause injuries.. Turn the pattern selection dial to b.. Sew the predetermined length of the tailor's chalk line.. Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch, and then raise the needle. Step c a/c c (Back bar tack). Turn the pattern selection dial to c (same position as in step ).. Sew to 6 stitches.. Stop the machine when the needle is at the right side of the stitch, and then raise the needle from the material. Step d (Right side). Set the pattern selection dial to d.. Sew the right side until the needle reaches the stitches sewn in step. d a

34 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM Adjusting Buttonholes If the stitching on the two sides of the buttonhole is not the same, you can make the following adjustments. This adjustment ensures both sides of the buttonhole are the same. Set the stitch length dial to " " and sew the buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric to observe how the material is fed. If the right side of the buttonhole is too coarse or fine, adjust the feeding of the material with the Length Dial Right side Shorter Longer After obtaining a satisfactory feeding on the right side, stitch the buttonhole and observe the feeding. If the left side is too coarse or fine compared with the right side, adjust the buttonhole fine adjustment screw as described below. If the left side is too coarse, turn the buttonhole fine adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the - direction. If the left side is too fine, turn the buttonhole fine adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the + direction. length dial Buttonhole fine adjustment screw Left side In this case Sewing Buttons Name Pattern Length Zigzag (/6) Zigzag (/6) Zigzag (/6) Width.7 (/6). (/8) (/6) Foot Button Sewing Foot Measure the distance between the holes and select the appropriate pattern with the pattern selection dial. Attach the button sewing foot.

35 XL000us.book Page Tuesday, November, 00 9: AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Place the darning plate on the needle plate. (On a machine equipped with a drop feed lever, lower the feed dogs by setting the drop feed lever to the up position.) Zipper Insertion Name Straight (Center needle position) Pattern Length - (/6-/8) Width - Foot Zipper Foot Put a button between the foot and the fabric and make sure that the needle enters the holes without hitting the button. If it hits, see step. You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers, and can easily position the zipper to the right or left side of the needle. When sewing the right side of the zipper, attach the presser foot holder to the left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing the left side of the zipper, attach the presser foot holder to the right pin of the zipper foot. At a slow speed, sew about 0 stitches. Zipper foot Right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper Left pin for sewing the right side of the zipper Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight (center needle position (. mm (/")). Lower the presser foot lever and fix either the left or right pin of the zipper foot onto the shank. 6 Remove the material from the machine. Cut the upper and lower threads and tie both threads at the back of the material. Fold the edge of the material cm (/") and place the zipper under the folded section. Lower the needle into the notch on either the left or right side of the zipper foot. Make sure the needle does not hit the button during sewing, otherwise the needle may break and you may be injured. Turn the balance wheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a different stitch, the needle will hit the presser foot and break the needle. You may also be injured.