Thread guide plate
Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading upper thread. (page 57)
n
Thread cutter
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. (page 59)
m
Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment
Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment. (page 16)
l
Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing machine. (page 15)
Insert the knee lifter into the slot. (page 83)
Knee lifter slot
Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot. (page 83)
Knee lifter
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k Operation buttons (6 buttons) and sewing speed controller
Bobbin winder
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. (page 48)
LCD (liquid crystal display)
Settings for the selected stitch and error messages appear in the LCD. (page 28)
g h
Spool pin
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. (page 57)
Spool cap
Use the spool cap to hold the spool of thread in place. (page 57)
Supplemental spool pin
Use this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread, or to sew with the twin needle. (page 48, 60)
d e f
Thread guide for bobbin winding
Pass the thread through this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread. (page 48)
c
Top cover
Open the top cover to thread the machine and wind the bobbin.
Pre-tension disk
Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk when winding the bobbin thread. (page 48)
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■ Front View
■ Right-side/Rear View
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.
Machine

aHandle

Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

bPresser foot lever

Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot. (page 65)

cMain power switch

Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine ON and OFF. (page 26)

dMulti-function foot controller

Various sewing machine operations can be programmed into the multi-function foot controller. (Operation Manual Addendum.)

ePower cord receptacle

Insert the power cord into the machine receptacle. (page 26)

fAir vent

The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used.

gFoot controller jack and external port

Insert the foot controller plugs where indicated. (page 73, Operation Manual Addendum)

hSpeaker

iUSB port for computer

In order to import/export patterns between a computer and the machine, plug the USB cable into the USB port. (page 32, 179, 253)

jUSB port for mouse (page 32)

kPrimary (top) USB port for media

In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into the USB port. (page 178, 252)

lTouch pen holder

Use the touch pen holder to hold the touch pen when not in use.

mHandwheel

Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. The wheel should be turned toward the front of the machine.

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