Singer Quantum XL-6000 - Standard Machine Operation

Quantum
®
XL-6000
Standard Machine Operations
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Utility Stitches
Turn the machine on and touch anywhere on the “Welcome Screen” to begin.
Note: The sewing speed of the Quantum
®
XL-6000 is 850 stitches per minute
for straight stitch regular sewing.
Exercise #1 – Basting (5, 10, 15 and 20mm)
1. Select the basting stitch in Folder 1, Row 2, Stitch 6.
2. The default setting for the basting stitch length is 10mm; sew the basting
stitch lengthwise down the center of the fabric.
3. Change the basting stitch length to 5mm; sew down the left side of the
fabric.
4. Change basting stitch length to 20mm; sew along the right side of the
fabric.
The basting stitch aids in securing fabrics in place for various techniques such
as blind hemming, zipper insertion, and quilting. Use it also to gather ruffles
or ease sleeve caps. It removes from the fabric easily.
Exercise #2 – Patented Quilting Stitch
Every quilter needs the Patented Quilting Stitch because this stitch looks just
like “hand-sewn” quilting.
1. Select the Patented Quilting Stitch (Folder 3, Row 2, Stitch 3).
2. Place contrasting thread in the bobbin and thread to color-blend with
fabric in the needle. Monofilament nylon thread may be used as an
alternative. However, be aware that nylon thread may present problems
when ironing your completed project.
3. Change stitch length to 3mm. Stitch length available: 2.0, 2.3, 2.5, 3.0,
3.5 and 4.0mm.
4. Sew, with no need to trim between stitches.
Note: Depending upon the fabric and thread combination, it may be necessary
to increase the tension setting to make the stitch more prominent looking.
Experiment to achieve desired results.