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Husqvarna Viking Prelude 370 User Manual

Husqvarna Viking Prelude 370
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KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING
User’s Guide
Prelude 350, 370
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Husqvarna Viking Prelude 370 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMechanical
Built-in Stitches21
Buttonhole Styles1 Four-Step
Needle ThreaderYes
Max Stitch Length4 mm
Max Stitch Width5 mm
Free ArmYes
Stitch OptionsUtility, Decorative
Presser FeetSnap-on
Machine TypeSewing Machine
Bobbin TypeFront-loading

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Procedures

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Guide to removing the sewing machine from its packaging and initial setup.

Packing Away After Use

Instructions for properly storing the sewing machine and its accessories.

Connecting Equipment

Connecting the Foot Control

Steps for connecting the foot control to the sewing machine.

Connecting to the Power Supply

Guide on how to connect the sewing machine to an electrical power source.

Machine Accessories and Features

Accessory Box Management

Details on opening, using, and storing accessories in the accessory box.

Extended Sewing Surface Setup

Information on attaching the accessory box for an extended work surface.

Spool Pin Configuration

Spool Pin Usage

Explanation of the main and auxiliary spool pins and their uses.

Thread Management

Threading the Upper Thread

Step-by-step guide to threading the upper thread of the sewing machine.

Bobbin Winding Process

Instructions for winding thread onto a bobbin using the sewing machine.

Bobbin Insertion and Winding

Vertical Spool Pin Bobbin Winding

Guide for winding a bobbin using the vertical spool pin.

Inserting the Bobbin

Instructions for inserting the wound bobbin into the bobbin case.

Thread Tension Control

Correct and Incorrect Thread Tension

How to test and identify proper thread tension for sewing.

Machine Operation Adjustments

Needle and Presser Foot Replacement

Guide to replacing the needle and swapping presser feet.

Presser Foot Settings and Lever

Details on adjusting presser foot pressure and using the lever.

Sewing Functions

Using the Reverse Stitch

How to use the reverse stitch function for securing seams.

Lowering the Feed Teeth

Instructions on lowering the feed teeth for specific sewing tasks like darning.

Stitch Selection Guide

Selecting Stitches for Techniques

Using the guide for choosing stitches based on sewing techniques.

Stitch Parameter Adjustments

Adjusting Stitch Width

How to adjust the stitch width for various stitch patterns.

Setting Stitch Length

Guidance on setting the stitch length for different sewing applications.

Guide Stitch Selection Details

Fabric Type Stitch Recommendations

Guidance on choosing stitches based on fabric types like woven, stretch, leather, and vinyl.

Fabric Type Explanation

Sewing Buttonholes

Using the Buttonhole Foot

How to sew buttonholes using the specific buttonhole foot.

Perfectly Balanced Buttonholes (PBB)

Button and Buttonhole Techniques

Sewing Buttons onto Fabric

Instructions for sewing buttons onto fabric using the machine.

Cutting Sewn Buttonholes

Method for safely cutting open sewn buttonholes.

Basic Stitch Applications

Straight Stitch Applications

Information on using the straight stitch for seams and topstitching.

Clearance Plate for Thick Seams

How to use the clearance plate for sewing over thick seams.

Sewing Zippers

Lapped Zipper Installation Guide

Step-by-step guide for sewing a lapped zipper.

Advanced Stitch Techniques

Reinforced Straight Stitch Use

How to use the reinforced straight stitch for strength and elasticity.

Needle Positions for Edge Stitching

Adjusting needle position for edge stitching and hemming.

Zigzag Stitch Techniques

Zigzag for Lace and Appliqués

Using zigzag for lace, edgings, and appliqués.

Three-step Zigzag for Overcasting

Using three-step zigzag for overcast edges and mending.

Fabric Specific Sewing

Sewing Terry Cloth Fabric

Techniques for sewing loosely woven fabrics like terry cloth.

Seam and Overcast Stitching

Using stitches for seaming and overcast edges on various fabrics.

Blind Hemming

Blind Hemming Technique

How to create an invisible hem using the blind hem stitch and foot.

Flatlock and Double Action Stitch

Flatlock Stitch Applications

Using flatlock for overlapped seams, decorative hems, and gathering.

Specialty Presser Feet

Gathering Foot Usage

Instructions for gathering fabric and attaching ruffles.

Quilter's 1/4" Piecing Foot

Guide for sewing accurate 1/4 inch seams for quilting.

Additional Presser Foot Functions

Transparent Foot B Usage

Using the transparent foot for decorative stitches and appliqués.

Non-stick Glide Foot H Usage

Sewing difficult fabrics like plastic, leather with the non-stick foot.

Decorative Stitches & Variations

Decorative Stitches Overview

Introduction to decorative stitches available on the model 370.

Guide Stitch Variation Explained

How to create additional stitches by adjusting width on the guide.

Maintenance Procedures

Changing the Light Bulb

Step-by-step guide for replacing the sewing machine light bulb.

Machine Care and Cleaning

General Machine Care

General advice on keeping the sewing machine in good working order.

Cleaning the Bobbin Area

Instructions for cleaning lint and debris from the bobbin area.

Replacing the Stitch Plate

Guide on how to remove and reattach the stitch plate.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Needle Checks and Breakage

Initial troubleshooting for needle issues and breakage.

Unattractive Stitch Solutions

Common causes and solutions for stitches that are not neat or uniform.

Upper Thread Breakage Causes

Troubleshooting steps for upper thread breakage issues.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Thread Knotting and Bobbin Issues

Identifying and fixing causes of knotted thread and bobbin problems.

Fabric Puckering and Feeding Problems

How to resolve fabric puckering and feeding issues.

Machine Sluggishness and Lint

Troubleshooting machine sluggishness due to lint build-up.

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