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SD is a registered trademark or a trademark of SD-3C,LLC
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine
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WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5Always keep your work area clear:
•Do not store objects on the foot controller
•Never drop or insert foreign objects in any opening
6Special care is required when sewing:
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Laser Safety
IEC 60825-1Specification
FDA Regulations
CAUTION
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Chapter 1 Getting Ready
Chapter 2 Sensor Functions
Page B-58
Page B-18
Chapter 1 Sewing Basics
CONTENTS
TRADEMARKS
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR
Chapter1 Getting Ready
Chapter3 Character/Decorative Stitches
Chapter4 MY CUSTOM STITCH
Chapter1 How to Create Bobbin Work
Chapter2 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
■Front View
■Right-side/RearView
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Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment
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•Foot controller: Model T
•Always use accessories recommended for this machine
•Included accessories may vary depending on the country or region
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Getting Ready
Sensor Functions
Getting Ready
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Sensor Functions
Basic operations B-59
CONNECTING THE SENSOR PEN
The right side of the holder can be used to hold the touch pen
Sensor pen holder
Basic operations B-61
bDisplay page 6 of the settings screen
cPress while connecting the sensor pen to the machine
dTouch the first point of green dot marking using the sensor pen
Basic operations B-63
USING SENSOR FUNCTIONS WITH SEWING STITCH
The sensor functions are performed using the sensor pen
• There are borderline areas between setting
When using the sensor pen with utility stitches, the
area and adjustment areas, which allow you
Basic operations B-65
Specifying the Needle Drop Position With the Sensor Pen
Turn on the machine
bSelect a stitch pattern
Basic operations B-67
fPress to apply the first point of the stitching width
gWith the sensor pen, touch the second point for the stitching width
hPress to apply the second point of the stitching width
Basic operations B-69
Decorative Stitch End Setting Key
-When selecting the Utility Stitch patterns
-When the decorative stitch end setting key is grayed out
gPress
to apply the sewing end point
Chapter2 Utility Stitches
Chapter3 Character/Decorative Stitches
Chapter4 MY CUSTOM STITCH
Sewing Basics
Sewing S-3
iPress the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the upper and lower threads
■Using the Foot Controller
Sewing S-5
bPress to set the automatic reinforcement stitching function
appears as when the stitch is selected)
dPress the “Reverse Stitch” button or “Reinforcement Stitch” button
•To turn off the automatic reinforcement
stitching function, press again, so it
Sewing S-7
■If the Fabric does not Fit under the Presser Foot
■If the Fabric does not Feed
aRaise the presser foot
cRelease the black button
Do not use adhesive backed
Sewing S-9
Follow the steps below when you want to change the zigzag stitch pattern width
Press to narrow the zigzag stitch pattern width
Press to widen the zigzag stitch pattern width
Follow the steps below when you want to change the stitch pattern length
Sewing S-11
■Proper Thread Tension
■Upper Thread is Too Tight
■Upper Thread is Too Loose
Sewing S-13
The red guideline marker indicates the sewing position on the fabric
aPress to display the guideline marker
bUse or to move the needle drop position
cPress again to stop using the guideline marker
■Adjusting the Guideline Marker Position
Sewing S-15
aSelect a stitch
bPress to select the pivot setting
Sewing S-17
aPress to display “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” in the settings screen
bSet “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” to “ON” or “OFF”
cPress to return to the original screen
bIf necessary, adjust any settings such as the stitch width and stitch length
cPress to lock the screen settings
Sewing S-19
Utility Stitches
Sewing S-21
■Using the Image Key
bPress to change the thread color of the stitch on the screen
■Saving Settings
aSelect a stitch. (Example: )
bSpecify your preferred settings
Sewing S-23
See page S-67for the detailed information of stitches
bAttach presser foot “J”
Example: Left/Middle needle position stitches
Sewing S-25
Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover (with Mark)
For stitches with a left needle position (Stitch width: 0.0 mm)
For stitches with a middle (center) needle position (Stitch width: 3.5 mm)
■Using the Straight Stitch Needle Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot
or press
Sewing S-27
■Basting
aSelect and attach presser foot “J”
cSew while keeping the fabric straight
dEnd the basting with reinforcement stitches
Cut the thread at the end leaving 50 mm (approx
Sewing S-29
cSpread the fabric out along the finish line
bTurnonly. the fabric and iron the folded parts
cSelect and attach presser foot “I”
Sewing S-31
■Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt)
■Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch)
■Cord Guide Bobbin Cover (Using a Zigzag Stitch)
dSet the zigzag width from 2.0 mm - 2.5 mm (approx. 1/16 inch - 3/32 inch)
eAttach presser foot “N”
Sewing S-33
aSelect a stitch and attach presser foot “G”
cSew along the presser foot guide
■Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J”
See page S-67for the detailed information of stitches
aSelect a stitch and attach presser foot “J”
Sewing S-35
When a stitch pattern in the Quilting Stitches category
■Piecing
1/4 inch)
aSelect or and attach presser foot “J”
Sewing S-37
■Appliqué
5 mm (approx. 1/8 inch to 3/16 inch) seam allowance
dSelect and attach presser foot “J”
Sewing S-39
■Free Motion Quilting
With free motion quilting, the feed dogs can be
lowered by pressing , so that the fabric can be
moved freely in any direction
Using free motion open toe quilting foot “O”
Sewing S-41
aAttach the straight stitch needle plate (see page S-26)
•Notice this needle plate has a round hole for the needle
bSelect or
cPress to set the machine to free motion sewing mode
•Make sure that the quilting foot is attached properly and not slanted
Sewing S-43
to display “Free Motion Foot Height” of the settings screen (see page
S-15).Press or to select the height that the quilting foot is raised above the
aSelect
bPress to set the machine to free motion sewing mode
eTighten the screw with the included screwdriver
Sewing S-45
dFoldbasting.back the fabric inside along the
gSelect or
hRemove the flat bed attachment to use the
free-arm
iSlide the item that you wish to sew onto the
Sewing S-47
lSew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide
■Appliqué Sharp Curves
Sewing S-49
eUnfoldside. the fabric, and iron the tucks to one
bAttach presser foot “N”. Sew scallop stitches along the edge of the fabric
cTrim along the seam, making sure not to cut the stitches
Sewing S-51
• Use a thick thread
dWhenpaper away.sewing is finished, gently tear the
•Be sure that neither automatic
reinforcement nor automatic thread
cutting is selected
Sewing S-53
Example: Illustration of finished product
Sewing S-55
aSelect a buttonhole stitch, and attach buttonhole foot “A”
bMark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric
The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (approx
Align the presser foot with the mark on the fabric, and lower the presser foot
•Pass the thread underneath the presser foot
Sewing S-57
■Odd Shaped Buttons/Buttons that do Not Fit into the Button Holder Plate
Use darning stitches for mending and other applications
aSelect“A”. a stitch, and attach buttonhole foot
bSetdarning.the scale to the desired length of the
Sewing S-59
Bar tacks can be between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and 28 mm (approx
cSet the fabric so that the pocket moves toward you during sewing
dCheck the first needle drop point and lower the presser foot
fGently hold the end of the upper thread and begin sewing
Sewing S-61
■Attaching 4 Hole Buttons
■Attaching a Shank to the Button
aPullsewing.the shank lever toward you before
dCut off any excess thread
Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications
Sewing S-63
fSelect and sew seam “4” as shown
■Centered Zipper
Sewing S-65
2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, then stop the machine
hPull down the zipper slider, then continue sewing to the edge of the fabric
iClose the zipper, turn the fabric over, and sew a basting stitch
lSew reverse stitches at the top of the zipper, then continue sewing
mStop sewing about 50 mm (approx
Sewing S-67
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Sewing S-71
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Sewing S-73
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Sewing S-75
Character/Decorative Stitches
Sewing S-77
Example: Entering “Blue Sky”
Sewing S-79
■Adjusting the Character Spacing
bPress or to adjust character spacing
Sewing S-81
ePresssewing.the “Start/Stop” button to stop
adjustments based on the
pattern, make
adjustments for each pattern individually
and select
Sewing S-83
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Sewing S-85
Select a stitch pattern, then press to change
Actual Stitch Pattern Size
When 7mm satin stitch patterns are selected, press
to choose from 5 automatic length settings
without changing the stitch zigzag width or stitch length settings
Sewing S-87
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Sewing S-89
eSelect
fPress to sew the pattern continuously
again, then press
to select
the small size
Sewing S-91
Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
You can use the keys with 7mm satin stitch patterns to create a step effect
cPress again
Sewing S-93
■Types of Stitch Data that can be Used
■Types of USB Devices/Media that can be Used
■Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
Sewing S-95
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Sewing S-97
eSelect the stitch pattern’s .pmv file and copy the file to the computer
bChoose a stitch pattern to retrieve
Sewing S-99
bOn the computer, open “Computer (My computer)” then go to “Removable Disk”
cMove/copyDisk”. the pattern data to “Removable
•While data is being written, do not disconnect the USB cable
ePressto recall.the key of the stitch pattern you want
Sewing S-101
MY CUSTOM STITCH
Sewing S-103
Examples of Custom Stitches
Sewing S-105
cUse to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet
dPress to add the point indicated by
Sewing S-107
bUse
to move the point
■Moving Part or All of the Design
aPress or to move to the first point of the section that you want to move
cPress or to move the section
Sewing S-109
you finish entering the stitch data, press
The “Saving” message appears and the stitch will be stored
Before storing a stitch, press to sew a test-runof the stitch
Sewing S-111
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How to Create Bobbin Work
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
How to Create Bobbin Work
Appendix A-3
PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK
■Lower thread
We recommend the following types of threads for bobbin work
No.5 or finer hand embroidery thread or decorative thread
Flexible woven ribbon
Appendix A-5
•Slowly and evenly wind the thread around the bobbin
•For best results, wind the bobbin so the thread is snug and not twisted
jInstall the bobbin wound with thread
■When tension is applied to the bobbin thread
Insert bobbin into bobbin case so the thread unwinds from the left side
Appendix A-7
pInstall the needle plate cover and bobbin cover with tabs
•When installing the needle plate cover, do not allow it to pinch the thread
qInstall the flat bed attachment
•When installing the flat bed attachment, do not allow it to pinch the thread
•When the bobbin thread is replaced with a
Appendix A-9
hUsepresserthefoot.presser foot lever to raise the
iWith the wrong side facing up, place the fabric under the presser foot
Pull the thread while holding down the fabric so it does not move out of place
While
oPress at lower right of LCD screen
Appendix A-11
ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSION
■Adjusting the upper thread tension
Refer to “Setting the Thread Tension” on page S-12
■Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread
Appendix A-13
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Appendix A-15
•Do not apply oil to the bobbin case
Appendix A-17
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN
cPress or to adjust the brightness of the screen display
cTurn the main power to OFF, then turn it back to ON
Appendix A-19
Incorrect upper threading
Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading
bRemovemachine.the upper thread from the
cRefer to the following steps to correct the upper threading
Appendix A-21
■Symptoms
•Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric
•Symptom 3: The upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric
Symptom 5: The stitching on the lower side of the fabric is loose or has slack
□Symptom 1/2
Appendix A-23
lRemove any threads in the race and around the feed dogs
mTurn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs
Lightly
Appendix A-25
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Appendix A-27
•If the power is disconnected during sewing:
Turn the main power to OFF and unplug the machine
Appendix A-29
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Appendix A-31
eRemove the USB media, and turn the
machine off and on again
Appendix A-33
INDEX
Appendix A-35