We have designed these accessories to help you easily perform most sewing tasks.
Note
●The included accessories vary depending on the machine model.
Optional accessories
The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately. Depending on the model you
purchased, the following accessory may be included with your machine.
1.2.3.4.5.
6.7.8.9.
No.Part Name
Part Code
AmericasOthers
1
Zigzag foot “J”
(on machine)
XC4901-021
2Buttonhole foot “A”X59369-321
3Zipper foot “I”XE9369-001
4Darning PlateXC6063-021
5Button sewing foot “M”XE2137-001
6
Bobbin
(One is on machine)
SA156
SFB:
XA5539-151
7
Needle set
(90/14 needle)
3-piece set: XE5328-001
2-piece set: XE7064-001
8Oval screwdriverXE5241-001
9Foot controllerSee page 5
No.Part Name
Part Code
AmericasOthers
1.2.3.4.5.
6.7.8.
No.Part Name
Part Code
AmericasOthers
1Extra spool pinXE2241-001
2
Twin needle
(2.0/75 needle)
X57521-021
3Walking FootSA107
F034N:
XC2165-002
4Quilting FootSA129
F005N:
XC1948-002
51/4-inch Quilting FootSA125
F001N:
XC1944-052
6Narrow Hemmer FootSA127
F003N:
XC1945-002
7Blind Stitch FootSA134
F018N:
XC1976-052
8Quilting guideSA132
F016N:
XC2215-002
No.Part Name
Part Code
AmericasOthers
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THE MAIN PARTS
1Bobbin winder (Page12)
This winds the thread onto the bobbin for use as the
lower thread.
2Stitch length dial (Page11)
Rotate the dial to control the stitch length.
3Spool pin (Page 12, 16)
This holds the spool of thread.
4Upper tension-control dial (Page26)
This controls the tension of the upper thread.
5Thread guide (Page 12, 16)
This is used when winding the thread onto the
bobbin and then threading the machine.
6Thread take-up lever (Page17)
7Thread cutter (Page 23)
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut
them.
8Needle threader (Page 18)
(This is only available on certain models.)
9Quick-set bobbin (Page 15, 20)
(This is only available on certain models.)
0Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment
(Page 5)
APresser foot (Page 8)
BReverse sewing lever (Page 11)
Push this lever to stitch in the reverse direction.
CPattern selection dial (Page 9)
Rotate the dial in either direction to choose the
stitch you want.
DHandwheel
Used to manually raise and lower the needle.
EButtonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 34)
FMain power and sewing light switch (Page 7)
You can turn the main power and sewing light
switch on and off.
GFoot controller jack / socket (Page 6)
Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the
machine to the power supply.
HPresser foot lever (Page 16)
Used to raise and lower the presser foot.
IFoot controller (Page 7)
You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to
start and stop sewing.
Foot Controller:Model KD-1902 for 110/120V area
Model KD-2902 for 220/240V area
The foot controller part code differs depending on the
country or region. Contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized service center.
Flat bed attachment
The accessories can be stored in a compartment inside
●Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may
result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
●Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and
the power supply jack on the machine.
●Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.
●Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:
•When you are away from the machine
•After using the machine
•When the power fails during use
•When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection
•During electrical storms
●Use only the power cord included with this machine.
●Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to
them. Fire or electric shock may result.
●Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.
●When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to
remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric
shock.
●Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted,
or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These
things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged,
take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.
●Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise
a fire may result.
2
1
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Main power and sewing
light switch
This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or
off.
1Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark)
2Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark)
Foot controller
When you press the foot controller down lightly, the
machine will run at a low speed. When you press
harder, the machine’s speed will increase. When you
take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will
stop.
1Slower
2Faster
You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot
controller when the machine is not in use.
CAUTION
Note
(For U.S.A. only)
●Foot Controller: Model KD-1902
This foot controller can be used on the
machine with product code 885-X13.
The product code is mentioned on the
machine rating plate.
Checking the needle
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp
for smooth sewing.
■Checking the needle correctly
Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface.
You will have to change the presser foot depending on
what you want to sew and how.
1
Turn off the machine.
Raise the presser foot lever.
2
Raise the needle by turning the
handwheel toward you
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on
the wheel points up.
3
Press the black button at the back of the
presser foot holder to release the presser
foot.
4
Put a different presser foot on the needle
plate so that the bar on the presser foot is
in line with the slot on the shank.
●Before replacing the needle, place fabric
or paper under the presser foot to
prevent the needle from falling into the
hole in the needle plate.
1Use an oval
screwdriver
2Needle stopper
3Needle
21
2
3
1
●Make sure you insert the needle until it
touches the stopper, and securely tighten
the needle clamp screw with an oval
screwdriver, otherwise the needle may
break or the machine may be damaged.
●Always turn off the machine before you
change the presser foot. If you leave the
power on and step on the controller, the
machine will start and you may be
injured.
●Always use the correct presser foot for
the stitch pattern you have chosen. If
you use the wrong presser foot, the
needle may strike the presser foot and
bend or break, and may cause injury.
●Only use presser feet that have been
designed to be used with this machine.
Using any other presser foot may cause
accident or injury.
1Black button
2Presser foot holder
3Presser foot
1
2
3
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5
Lower the presser foot lever and fix the
presser foot onto the shank. If the presser
foot is in the correct place, the bar should
snap in.
1Shank
2Bar
■Presser foot installation orientation
CAUTION
THE CONTROLS
Pattern selection dial
CAUTION
To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial
in either direction. The next section shows
recommended stitch lengths.
1Pattern selection dial
2Chosen pattern number
Stretch stitching
Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points
up.
Setting the stitch length dial to “” changes the
selected pattern to a stretch stitch.
1
2
●If the presser foot is not installed with
the correct orientation, the needle may
strike the presser foot, which may bend
or break the needle and cause injury.
●When you use the pattern selection dial
to choose a pattern, raise the needle by
turning the handwheel toward you
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on
the wheel points up. If the needle is in
the down position when you turn the
pattern selection dial, the needle, presser
foot or fabric may be damaged.
2
1
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The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot (lace-
like) edge on lightweight fabric.
1
Adjust the thread tension so that it is
tighter than normal.
2
Place the fabric under the presser foot so
that it will be sewn along the bias, with
the straight stitches sewn on the seamline
and the zigzag stitches sewn slightly over
the folded edge.
3
Sew at a slow speed.
1Straight stitches
2Zigzag stitches
Elastic stitching
You can use the Elastic Stitch for mending, sewing
elastic or joining fabric. Each is explained below.
■Mending
1
Place the reinforcement fabric under the
area you want to mend.
•Use the basting pins to hold the
reinforcement fabric.
2
Following the line of the tear, sew using
the Elastic Stitch as shown.
1Wrong side of fabric
2Fold of hem
3Needle drop point
1Needle
2Needle drop point
3Fold of hem
1Wrong side of fabric2Right side of fabric
Stitch NamePattern
Stitch
Length
[mm (inch)]
Stitch Width
[mm (inch)]
Shell Tuck
Stitch
F-3
(1/64-1/8)
5 (3/16)
1
2
3
1
2
3
1
2
7
Stitch NamePattern
Stitch
Length
[mm (inch)]
Stitch Width
[mm (inch)]
Elastic Stitch
F-2.5
(1/64-3/32)
5 (3/16)
1
2
8
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5
Place the fabric under the foot so the foot
guide is aligned between both edges of the
fabric.
6
Lower the presser foot and start sewing.
■When stretch blind hem stitching
When stretch blind hem stitching using the blind
stitch foot, turn the screw to adjust the guide to the
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