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John Lewis JL 300 User Manual

John Lewis JL 300
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ESSENTIAL PARTS .......................................................................... 2
Names of Parts ...............................................................................................2
Standard Accessories ..................................................................................... 3
For free arm sewing ........................................................................................ 4
To Store Foot Control ...................................................................................... 4
Extension Table ............................................................................................... 4
GETTING READY TO SEW ............................................................... 4
Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply ................................................ 4
Controlling Sewing Speed ............................................................................... 5
Up/Down Needle Position Button .................................................................... 5
Sewing Light.................................................................................................... 5
Pressure Adjusting Lever ................................................................................6
To Snap On and Snap Off the Presser Foot ................................................... 6
Dropping the Feed Dogs .................................................................................6
To Detach and Attach the Foot Holder ............................................................ 7
Persser Foot Lifter ........................................................................................... 7
Reverse Stitch Button ..................................................................................... 7
Seam Guide Line ............................................................................................ 7
Changing Needles ........................................................................................... 8
Thread and Needle Chart ............................................................................... 8
Wind the thread on the bobbin ........................................................................ 9
Winding the Bobbin ......................................................................................... 9
Inserting the Bobbin ...................................................................................... 10
Threading the Machine ................................................................................. 11
To Use Needle Threader ............................................................................... 11
Drawing UP Bobbin Thread ........................................................................... 12
Balancing Needle Thread Tension ................................................................ 13
Auto-tension .............................................................................................13
Manual Needle Thread Tension ................................................................ 13
Pattern Selector Dial ..................................................................................... 14
Zigzag Width Control ..................................................................................... 14
Stitch Length Dial .......................................................................................... 14
Variable Needle Position ............................................................................... 14
BASIC SEWING ............................................................................... 15
Changing the Sewing Directions .................................................................... 15
Straight Stitch Sewing ....................................................................................15
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric............................................................15
UTILITY STITCHING ....................................................................... 16
Overedge Stitch ............................................................................................. 16
Zigzag Stitching ............................................................................................. 16
Tricot Stitch .................................................................................................... 16
Overcasting .................................................................................................... 16
Triple Strength Stitch ...................................................................................... 17
Outline Stretch Stitch ..................................................................................... 17
Sewing Buttons .............................................................................................. 18
Automatic Buttonhole ..................................................................................... 19
To repeat buttonhole sewing .......................................................................... 20
Manual Buttonhole ......................................................................................... 21
Corded Buttonholes ....................................................................................... 22
Zipper AppIication .......................................................................................... 23
Rolled Hem .................................................................................................... 25
Blind Stitch Hemming..................................................................................... 26
DECORATIVE STITCHING .............................................................. 27
Decorative Satin Stitch Patterns ................................................................... 27
Stretch Stitch Patterns ................................................................................... 27
Quilting ........................................................................................................... 28
Smocking ....................................................................................................... 28
Pin Tucking ..................................................................................................... 29
Shell Tuck ....................................................................................................... 29
Applique ......................................................................................................... 30
Fagoting ......................................................................................................... 30
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance .................................................................... 31
Patch Work .....................................................................................................31
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE............................................................. 32
Cleaning the Hook Race ................................................................................ 32
Cleaning the Bobbin Holder ........................................................................... 32
Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................ 33
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Questions and Answers:

John Lewis JL 300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJohn Lewis
ModelJL 300
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Essential Machine Parts

Component Identification

Identifies and labels the various physical components of the sewing machine.

Standard Accessories

Lists and describes the included accessories that come with the sewing machine.

Extension Table

Details the use and attachment of the extension table for increased workspace.

Getting Ready to Sew

Power Connection and Setup

Guide to safely connecting the sewing machine to power and preparing for use.

Sewing Speed Control

Explains how to adjust sewing speed via the speed lever and foot control.

Bobbin Winding Process

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

Machine Threading Guide

Step-by-step process for threading the sewing machine's upper and lower threads.

Thread Tension Adjustment

How to balance needle and bobbin thread tension for optimal stitch quality.

Basic Sewing Techniques

Straight Stitch Operation

Guide to performing a standard straight stitch, including fabric handling.

Sewing Thick Fabric Edges

Tips for sewing along the edge of thick materials, preventing slippage.

Utility Stitching

Zigzag and Overcast Stitches

Using zigzag stitches for finishing edges, applique, and button sewing.

Specialty Utility Stitches

Covers stitches like Triple Strength and Outline Stretch for durability and stretch.

Button Sewing and Buttonholes

Step-by-step guide for sewing buttons and creating automatic buttonholes.

Zipper and Rolled Hem

Techniques for applying zippers and creating rolled hems.

Blind Stitch Hemming

How to create an invisible hem using the blind stitch technique.

Decorative Stitching

Satin and Stretch Stitch Patterns

Using decorative satin and stretch stitch patterns for embellishment.

Smocking and Pin Tucking

Techniques for creating decorative smocking and pin tuck effects.

Fagoting and Applique

Methods for fagoting seams and attaching applique pieces.

Machine Care

Cleaning Bobbin Holder and Hook Race

Instructions for cleaning the bobbin holder, hook race, and feed dogs.

General Machine Cleaning

Advice on storing and cleaning the exterior of the sewing machine.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Machine Operation Issues

Addresses issues like noise, smooth running, and thread breakage.

Stitch Quality Issues

Solutions for puckering, skipped stitches, and uneven fabric feeding.

Buttonhole and Feed Dog Problems

Troubleshooting buttonhole balance and fabric feeding issues.

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Critical warnings and precautions for safe operation and maintenance of the sewing machine.

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