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General| Needle Threader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum Stitch Width | 5 mm |
| Stitch Options | 17 |
| Bobbin System | Drop-in |
| Included Feet | Buttonhole foot, Zipper foot, Zigzag foot |
Controls for zigzag sewing on the front plate for easy operation.
Regulating stitch length using the knob and dial for various stitches.
Using the reverse sewing button for back tacking and locking seams.
Changing needle position using the lever for different stitches.
Changing zigzag width using the lever for various patterns.
Adjusting pressure based on material type and feed dog height.
Using design discs for automatic pattern creation.
Instructions for creating buttonholes using the built-in system.
Adjusting feed dog height using the drop feed knob for different materials.
Regulating upper thread tension by turning the tension knob.
Steps to remove and insert a new needle correctly for sewing.
Instructions for replacing the sewing machine light bulb.
How to detach and attach different presser feet for various sewing tasks.
Steps to remove and replace the needle plate for different stitch types.
How to adjust bobbin tension for different stitching needs.
Steps for removing and inserting the bobbin case.
Detailed guide on threading the upper thread through the machine.
How to remove the bobbin case from the shuttle race.
Step-by-step instructions for winding a new bobbin.
How to thread the bobbin case before inserting it.
Explains how to control upper thread tension for perfect stitches.
How to bring the lower thread up to the needle plate.
Instructions for using a twin needle for two-color embroidery.
Essential steps and precautions for beginning to sew with the machine.
How to change sewing direction with single or twin needles during operation.
Method for locking seams using reverse stitches at the start and end of sewing.
Tips for sewing thin and stretchable fabrics, adjusting tension.
How to remove work and select appropriate needle/thread sizes.
Final tips to ensure smooth and tangle-free sewing completion.
Settings for achieving a straight stitch with single or twin needles.
Settings for creating a simple zigzag stitch with single or twin needles.
How to create various decorative patterns using machine controls.
Creating patterns by manipulating the needle position lever.
Creating patterns by adjusting the zigzag width lever.
Creating patterns by adjusting the stitch length knob.
Settings and instructions for creating a satin stitch.
Steps to create gathered fabric using multiple stitch rows.
Instructions for darning fabric using a back-and-forth stitching motion.
Guide to basting seams with loosened thread tension.
Techniques for mending fabric tears using stitching methods.
Method for attaching lace using zigzag stitch settings.
Instructions for sewing buttons, snaps, and hooks.
Detailed steps for creating buttonholes using specific pattern indicators.
How to attach and use the zipper foot for sewing zippers.
Using the narrow hemmer attachment for hemming fabric edges.
Techniques for shell stitch and hemming lace with the narrow hemmer.
Attaching and using the cloth guide for straight and parallel stitches.
Making blind stitched hems and pin-tacks using the cloth guide.
Applying decorative fabric pieces using sewing stitches.
Techniques for embroidery using an outer and inner hoop.
Creating sand stitch patterns by moving the hoop and controlling width.
Stitching letters and monograms using zigzag and hoop movement.
Steps for cleaning the hook, shuttle race body, and feed dog.
Guidelines for oiling moving parts and specific points on the machine.
Tips for common sewing problems like skipped stitches or thread breaks.
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