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ELNA 5000 computer User Manual

ELNA 5000 computer
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ELNA 5000 computer Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandELNA
Model5000 computer
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Safety

Recommendations for safety and electrical control boards and standards associations.

After-sales Service

Guidance on contacting Elna dealers for additional information and technical adjustments.

General

Instructions for keeping the manual safe for future reference.

Elna 5000 Computer Setup

The Sewing Table

Use of the sewing table for large items and protection of machine parts.

Machine Usage Modes

Standard Configuration

Using the machine as it is presented.

Free Arm

Using the machine with the accessory box removed for tubular pieces.

Free Arm and Elevated Sewing Surface

Using the machine with the free arm cover removed for easier sewing.

With Sewing Table

Using the machine with the sewing table for guiding large pieces.

Main Parts of the Sewing Machine

Sewing Foot

Description of the standard sewing foot and its use.

Needle

Information about the standard needle system 130/705H.

Thread Tension Set

Setting the thread tension to the 'universal' position.

Rotary Hook Cover

Description of the rotary hook cover for the bobbin.

Handle with Spool Pins

Description of the handle with retractable spool pins.

Sewing Machine Components Identification

Bobbin Winder with Switch

Operation of the bobbin winder and its switch.

Mains Safety Switch

The main safety switch for operating the machine.

Keyboard for Programmed Sewing

Description of the keyboard for programmed sewing functions.

Feed Dog Drop Lever

Lever for dropping the feed dog.

Sewing Machine Accessories

Accessory Box Contents

Description of accessories neatly arranged in the accessory box.

Interchangeable Clip-on Feet

Identifying interchangeable clip-on feet by their letters.

Pre-installed Accessories

Foot support and clip-on sewing foot already on the machine.

Sewing Feet and Needle Replacement

Preferred Sewing Feet

Recommendations for using sewing foot A and satin stitch foot B.

Changing the Sewing Foot

Step-by-step instructions for changing the sewing foot.

Changing the Needle

Instructions for changing the needle, including needle system.

Foot Control Operation

Instructions for unrolling and rolling up the foot control cord.

Operating the Sewing Machine

Connecting Power and Controls

Connecting the foot control and mains lead, and using the safety switch.

Electronic Speed Reducer

How to use the electronic speed reducer for adjusting sewing speed.

Lift-matic Device

Explanation of the Lift-matic feature for needle positioning.

Needle Position Control

Using the key to control needle position (up or down).

Bobbin Winding Procedure

Preparing for Bobbin Winding

Opening the rotary hook cover and removing the bobbin.

Winding the Bobbin

Steps for winding thread onto the bobbin using the bobbin winder.

Inserting Bobbin and Threading Lower Thread

Bobbin Placement and Threading

Instructions for placing the bobbin and threading the lower thread.

Threading the Upper Thread

Thread Path

Step-by-step guide for threading the upper thread through the machine.

Needle Threading

How to thread the needle, including using the needle threader.

Advanced Threading Techniques

Threading with a Twin Needle

Procedure for threading with a twin needle.

Threading Slippery Threads

Tips for threading slippery threads.

Drawing Up the Lower Thread

Automatic Lower Thread Pickup

How the lower thread is automatically drawn up.

Manual Lower Thread Pickup

Procedure for manually bringing up the lower thread.

Thread Tension Adjustment

Universal Tension Setting

Description of the universal tension setting and its usage.

Adjusting Upper Tension

How to adjust upper thread tension for stronger or weaker.

Adjusting Lower Tension

How to adjust lower thread tension using a screwdriver.

Programmed Sewing Keyboard

Utility Stitch Keys

Keys for straight, zigzag stitches, and buttonholes.

Decorative Stitch Keys

Keys for selecting other functional or decorative stitches.

Stitch Length Display and Controls

Display and keys for adjusting stitch length and error indicators.

Lift-matic Key

Key for stopping the needle in the material or at the top.

Twin Needle Key

Key for twin needle sewing and pattern width reduction.

Programmed Stitch Selection

Blue Keyboard Utility Stitches

Utility stitches like straight, zigzag, and buttonholes.

Red Keyboard Decorative Stitches

Decorative stitches like overcasting, blind stitch, and scallops.

Basic Sewing Operations

Preferred Sewing Feet

Using sewing foot A for classic fabrics and foot B for satin stitches.

Starting a Sewing Project

Tips for starting sewing, especially with sheer fabrics.

Straight Stitch Sewing

How to sew straight stitches (centered, left, right).

Sewing Adjustments and Features

Adjusting Stitch Length

How to adjust stitch length using the +/- keys.

Instant Reverse Sewing

Using the reverse sewing key for fastening seams.

Removing Work from Machine

Procedure for removing the sewn work from the machine.

Special Stitch Techniques

Zigzag Stitch Sewing

How to select and adjust zigzag stitches.

Fast Overcasting

Using zigzag stitch for overcasting different fabric weights.

Satin Stitch Sewing

How to sew satin stitch and adjust stitch closeness.

Fine Adjustment for Stitches

Fine-tuning stitch length and width using the slide control.

Additional Stitch Patterns

Selecting Stitches

How to select different stitch patterns using the keys.

Adjusting Stitch Length

Modifying stitch length using +/- keys.

Fine Stitch Adjustment

Fine-tuning stitch length and width with the slide control.

Adjusting Stitch Width

Halving stitch width using the twin needle key.

Sewing Buttonholes

Buttonhole Foot C

Using the buttonhole foot and its slide mechanism.

Sewing Buttonholes

Step-by-step guide to sewing buttonholes using the foot.

Sewing Buttons

How to sew buttons using the satin stitch foot.

Special Buttonhole and Button Sewing

Adjusting Zigzag Stitch

Fine-tuning zigzag stitch tightness or openness.

Lingerie Buttonhole

Sewing lingerie buttonholes with reduced width.

Sewing Buttons with Spaced Holes

Sewing buttons with holes spaced 4-5 mm apart.

Stitch Practice Examples

Basic Stitch Applications

Examples of zigzag, satin stitch, and overcasting stitches.

Special Stitch Applications

Examples of special overcasting, blind stitch, and edging stitches.

Advanced Stitch Applications

Triple Stitch Applications

Using triple stitch for arm-holes, seams, and sportswear.

Superoverlock Stitch Applications

Using superoverlock for assembling and finishing stretch fabrics.

Superstretch Stitch Applications

Using superstretch for extensible knits and stretch fabrics.

Decorative and Specialty Stitches

Darning Stitch Applications

Using darning stitches for worn linen, underwear, and working clothes.

Interlock Stitch Applications

Using interlock stitch for assembling sheer fabrics and shell stitching.

Ornamental Stitch Applications

Using ornamental stitches for edging, garlands, and monograms.

Ornamental and Twin Needle Stitches

Ornamental Stitch Patterns

Scallop, croquet, and garland stitches for decorative edges.

Twin Needle Sewing

Using a twin needle for tucks or double patterns.

Sewing with Other Stitches and Accessories

Zip Fastener Installation

Sewing a zip fastener using the special zipper foot D.

Blind Stitch Hem Techniques

Blind Stitch for Wool/Jersey Fabrics

Sewing blind hems on wool and jersey fabrics.

Blind Stitch for Cotton Fabrics

Sewing blind hems on cotton fabrics.

Specialty Sewing Guides and Feet

Fabric Guide for Even Sewing

Using the fabric guide for consistent distance from the edge.

Sewing Leather and Plastics

Using the roller foot for sewing soft leather and plastic materials.

Fagoting Plate for Decorative Edges

Using the fagoting plate for decorative edges and assembly.

Gathering and Tucking Techniques

Gathering Elastic

Using the gatherer foot for lingerie and medium-weight fabrics.

Tucks and Pin-tucks

Creating tucks and pin-tucks using the needle position.

Free Arm and Elevated Sewing

Using the Free Arm

Removing the free arm cover for easier sewing of small items.

Circular Sewing Guide

Circular Sewing with Sewing Table

Using the sewing table and pivot for sewing circles of various sizes.

Darning and Feed Dog Control

Darning Procedures

Using automatic and free-hand darning techniques.

Retracting the Feed Dog

How to drop and raise the feed dog for darning and embroidery.

Free-hand Embroidery and Monograms

Free-hand Monogram Creation

Creating monograms using free-hand techniques.

Fancy Free-hand Embroidery

Creating decorative designs with free-hand embroidery.

Further Information on Sewing

Needles, Thread, and Fabric Selection

Guidance on choosing appropriate needles, threads, and fabrics.

General Sewing Advice

Tips for beginners and using specific fabrics like synthetics.

Needle, Thread, and Fabric Guide

Thread and Needle Size Chart

Chart correlating thread types, fabric types, and needle sizes.

Fabric and Thread Recommendations

Specific recommendations for thread and needle selection based on fabric.

Needle Types and Applications

Universal Needles (Type 130/705H)

Details on universal needles for woven fabrics.

Knitted and Stretch Needles (Type 130/705 H-S)

Details on needles for knitted and stretch fabrics.

Denim Needles (Type 130/705 H-J)

Details on needles for denim and tough fabrics.

Leather and Plastic Needles (Type 130/705 H-LL)

Details on needles for leather, plastic, and reinforcements.

Twin Needles (Type 130/705)

Details on twin needles for decorative sewing and hems.

Universal Thread Tension Settings

Correct Universal Tension

Setting the universal tension for proper thread locking.

Adjusting Upper Tension

Troubleshooting upper tension (too strong/weak).

Adjusting Lower Tension

How to adjust lower tension with a screwdriver.

Special Accessories for Enhanced Sewing

Hemmer Feet

Using hemmer feet for creating different width hems.

Quilting Foot

Using the quilting foot for decorative stitching patterns.

Additional Sewing Accessories

Button Foot with Guide

Foot for sewing buttons with a stem.

Button Foot

Foot for hooks and eyes, fasteners.

No-snag Foot

Foot for shaggy fabrics, curly knits.

Foot for Loops and Tailor Tacks

Foot for loops and tailor tacks.

Rolled Hem Foot

Foot for creating rolled hems.

Felling Foot

Foot for felling seams.

Monogram Device

Device for creating monograms using stencils.

Awl

Tool for piercing holes for eyelets.

Multiple Cord Foot

Foot for sewing multiple fine cords.

Tucker Foot

Foot for creating tucks.

Twin Needles

Twin needles for decorative designs.

Sewing Accessories and Attachments

Embroidery Hoops

Hoops for embroidery work.

Fringe and Rug-making Fork

Attachment for making fringes and rugs.

Sewing Stencil

Stencil for drawing patterns and designs.

Gathering Foot

Foot for gathering fabric.

Teflon-coated Sewing Foot

Non-stick foot for sewing plastics and leathers.

Teflon-coated Satin Stitch Foot

Non-stick foot for satin stitch on plastics and leather.

Gatherer for Elastics

Foot for gathering elastic.

Finger Protection

Protective cover for fingers.

Hemmer Feet

Feet for creating narrow hems of various widths.

Quilting Foot

Foot for quilting and decorative stitching.

Machine Maintenance

General Maintenance

Importance of regular maintenance for machine performance.

Rotary Hook Cleaning

Step-by-step guide for cleaning the rotary hook.

Replacing Rotary Hook Guard Ring

Procedure for removing and replacing the guard ring.

Troubleshooting and Lamp Replacement

Changing the Light Bulb

Instructions for replacing the sewing machine's light bulb.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guidance for resolving minor machine disorders and error indicators.

Upper Thread Breakage

Causes and solutions for the upper thread breaking.

Lower Thread Breakage

Causes and solutions for the lower thread breaking.

Machine Skips Stitches

Reasons and remedies for the machine skipping stitches.

Troubleshooting Machine Problems

Fabric Puckering

Troubleshooting fabric puckering issues.

Needle Caught in Material

What to do when the needle gets caught in the material.

Upper Thread Falling Off Spool

Reasons for the upper thread falling off the spool.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Needle Breakage

Causes and solutions for needle breakage.

Slow Machine Operation

Troubleshooting a slow-running machine.

Noisy Machine Operation

Diagnosing and fixing unusual noises from the machine.

Material Fed Unevenly

Addressing issues with uneven fabric feeding.

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