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White 1855 User Manual

White 1855
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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
FOR
SEWING
MACHINE
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WHITE
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White 1855 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWhite
Model1855
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Sewing Machine Safety Guidelines

Electrical Shock Prevention

Precautions to avoid electric shock, including proper unplugging and handling.

General Operational Safety Rules

Essential safety practices for using the sewing machine, especially around children.

Sewing Machine Parts Identification

Front View Components Diagram

Labeled diagram of the sewing machine's front-side parts.

Machine Views and Accessories Overview

Rear View of Sewing Machine

Illustration showing the rear view of the sewing machine and its components.

Extension Table and Accessories Box

Details on the detachable extension table and the storage box for accessories.

Included Sewing Machine Accessories

Extension Table Removal and Wiring

How to Remove the Extension Table

Instructions for detaching the extension table for free-arm sewing.

UK Mains Lead Connection Guide

Wiring instructions for the mains lead specific to UK manufactured machines.

Preparing to Sew: Power and Lamp

Connecting Power Supply and Lamp

Steps for connecting the sewing machine to electricity and installing the light bulb.

Fitting Machine Attachments

Shank and Quilting Guide Installation

Procedure for attaching the machine's shank and the quilting or seam guide.

Presser Foot Replacement

Guide on using the one-touch lever to fit and remove presser feet.

Bobbin Winding Procedure

Winding Thread onto Bobbin

Step-by-step instructions for winding thread evenly onto the bobbin.

Adjusting Bobbin Winding Guide

Note on modifying the thread guide for optimal bobbin winding.

Bobbin Case Handling

Removing and Inserting Bobbin Case

Instructions for safely removing the bobbin case and loading a bobbin into it.

Installing Bobbin Case and Needle

Inserting Bobbin Case into Shuttle Race

Procedure for placing the loaded bobbin case correctly into the shuttle race.

How to Change the Sewing Needle

Steps for safely removing an old needle and inserting a new one.

Threading the Upper Thread

Thread Management During Sewing

Drawing Up Bobbin Thread

How to bring the bobbin thread up to the needle to start sewing.

Changing Sewing Direction Technique

Method for pivoting the fabric around the needle to alter sewing direction.

Adjusting Thread Tension

Setting Upper and Lower Thread Tension

Guide to adjusting both upper and lower thread tensions for balanced stitches.

Machine Adjustments for Sewing

Regulating Presser Foot Pressure

How to adjust the presser foot pressure based on fabric type for optimal feeding.

Operating the Drop Feed Feature

Instructions for lowering the feed dog for freehand sewing or darning.

Fabric, Thread, and Needle Guide

Sewing Operations and Stitch Patterns

Starting the Sewing Process

Essential Hints for Starting Sewing

Key tips for initiating sewing, including thread handling and initial stitches.

Manual Operation and Needle Safety

Important considerations for manual handwheel use and preventing needle breakage.

Finishing a Seam Properly

Securing and Cutting Threads at Seam End

Procedure for finishing a seam by reversing stitches and cutting threads.

Blind Hemming Technique

Fabric Folding and Foot Adjustment for Hemming

How to fold fabric and position the blind hemmer foot for neat hems.

Three Step Zig-Zag Stitch

Edge Finishing and Binding

Overcasting Fabric Edges

Using stitches to neaten and prevent fraying of fabric edges.

Binding Fabric Edges with Zig-Zag

How to join fabrics edge-to-edge using a multi zig-zag stitch.

Specialty Stretch and Zig-Zag Stitches

Straight Stretch Stitch for Strength

Using the straight stretch stitch for reinforced seams on stretchy materials.

Triple Zig-Zag (Ric-Rac) Stitch Applications

Using the triple zig-zag stitch for heavy fabrics and decorative edges.

Sewing on Buttons

Button Attachment Procedure

Steps for securely attaching buttons using specific machine settings.

Sewing Zips with Zipper Foot

Zipper Foot Usage for Zip Installation

How to use the zipper foot to sew zippers on either side of the track.

Button Hole Sewing Guide

Setting Up for Buttonhole Stitching

Adjusting stitch settings and using the buttonhole foot for accurate results.

User Tips for Buttonhole Creation

Advice on fabric preparation, interfacing, and cutting buttonholes.

Hemming with Hemmer Foot

Fabric Folding and Guidance for Hemming

How to fold fabric and guide it through the hemmer foot for neat hems.

Special Sewing Techniques: Twin Needle and Embroidery

Twin Needle Sewing

Guidelines for using a twin needle to create parallel stitches.

Freehand Embroidery Method

Techniques for freehand embroidery using the darning plate and hoop.

Cleaning the Shuttle Area

Removing and Cleaning Shuttle Race and Hook

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the shuttle race and hook components.

Machine Cleaning and Lubrication

Cleaning Feed Dog and Oiling Points

Instructions for cleaning the feed dog and lubricating key machine parts.

Sewing Machine Trouble-Shooting Guide

Thread Breakage and Skipped Stitches

Causes and remedies for top/lower thread breakage and skipped stitches.

Needle Breakage and Stitch Quality Issues

Troubleshooting needle breakage, stitching loops, and fabric puckering.

Addressing Machine Noise and Rough Operation

Identifying and fixing causes of a noisy or rough-running sewing machine.

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