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SP20 Series
Read this manual carefully before use and always follow the
instructions.
Keep the manual in a convenient place for easy reference.
If you give the sewing machine to someone else, also give
them this instruction manual.
HOME-USE SEWING MACHINE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Contents
Before use
Important safety instructions
.......................................................
4
How to change the power plug
....................................................
6
• Part names
..................................................................................
8
How to use handwheel
.............................................................. 10
How to use presser foot lever
.................................................... 10
How to use reverse sewing lever
............................................... 10
How to remove extension table
................................................. 10
Using the presser foot pressure adjustment knob
..................... 11
Using the drop feed lever
.......................................................... 11
Using the stitch length dial
........................................................ 11
How to use quick adviser
..........................................................
12
Sewing preparations
Connecting the power
...............................................................
13
Installation of battery for winding the lower thread
.....................
14
Winding the lower thread
..........................................................
15
Threading the lower thread
.......................................................
17
Threading the upper thread
.......................................................
18
Using the needle threader
......................................................... 20
Pulling up the lower thread
........................................................
22
Application of each stitch pattern
..............................................
23
Changing the presser foot
.........................................................
25
Changing the needle
.................................................................
27
Relationship between the needle, thread
and fabric, and adjusting the thread tension
.............................
28
Sewing
Straight stitching and reverse sewing
........................................
29
Zigzag sewing
...........................................................................
33
Adjusting thread tension
............................................................
34
Buttonhole sewing
.....................................................................
35
• Overcasting
...............................................................................
38
• Zipper insertion
.........................................................................
39
Blind hem stitching
....................................................................
41
Stretch & Decoration stitching
...................................................
44
Maintenance
Feed dog and hook maintenance
..............................................
45
Changing light bulb
...................................................................
47
• Troubleshooting
.........................................................................
48
Servicing double-insulated products (230V-240V)
........... 50
Others
Safety precaution about the battery
.......................................... 50
• Recycling
.................................................................................. 51
• Specifi cations
............................................................................ 51
Before use
Sewing
preparations
Sewing
Maintenance
Others
4
Do not operate where aerosol ( spray ) products are being
used or where oxygen is being administered.
Doing so could cause a fi re.
Use an AC 220 to 240 V power source.
Not doing so could cause an electric shock or a fi re.
Important safety instructions
Be sure to read this section before use
These safety instructions are designed to prevent danger or damage arising from the
incorrect operation of the machine. Read carefully and always follow the instructions.
Explanation of Warning” and “ Caution”
Symbol explanation
An incorrect operation could result in an injury or damage to the
machine.
An incorrect operation could result in death or serious injury.
Do not touch.
Prohibited actions
Required actions
Remove the power plug
from the outlet.
Before use
Do not damage the power cord,
modify it, bend it excessively,
jerk it or twist it.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fi re.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer
or its service agent.
Do not use outdoors.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fi re.
Warning
Warning
Caution
When the machine is not in use it should be stored safely,
not on the fl oor as protruding parts could cause injury if a
person fell on the machine.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Caution
5
Do not repair, disassemble or modify except what is
mentioned in the instruction manual.
Doing so could cause an electric shock, a fi re or an injury.
Do not drop or insert any foreign objects into any
openings such as opening space when you remove the
face cover and / or the outer casing space of bobbin case.
Doing so could cause an injury or damages to the machine.
Do not operate on an unstable surface such as a sofa or a bed.
If the sewing machine falls down, it could cause an injury or
damages to the machine.
Children should only use the machine under
the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Otherwise they could injure themselves.
Before replacing the needle or presser foot or when
threading the upper or lower thread, remove the power
plug from the outlet.
Do not look away from the needle while
operating the sewing machine.
If the needle breaks it could cause an injury.
Do not touch moving parts such as the
needle, take-up lever or handwheel.
Doing so could cause an injury.
Do not use when young children are near the
machine.
They could touch the needle and be injured.
Before leaving the sewing machine after using it, remove
the power plug from the outlet.
Before using the sewing machine make sure that the
presser foot holder clamp screw, needle clamp screw
and needle plate screw are fi rmly tightened, and that the
presser foot is properly set in the presser foot holder.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Sewing without lowering the presser foot.
Sewing while the needle is incorrectly installed.
Using a bent needle.
Sewing while jerking the fabric.
Moving the pattern selection dial while sewing.
Do not perform the
following actions.
Doing so could cause
an injury.
Caution
6
How to change the power plug
When you change the power plug or cord, do not repair,
disassemble or modify except at the authorised dealer or
service centre.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fi re
If for any reason the power plug for this product is removed
it should be immediately disposed of safety and not stored
anywhere where it could be inadvertently used again.
Doing so could cause an electric shock or a fi re
Warning
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE-NEUTRAL BROWN-LIVE ( OR ACTIVE )
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug - PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
The earth plug pin is unnecessary. As the machine is designed under double insulation
structure, the earth wire is removed from the machine. The wire coloured BROWN must
be connected to the terminal marked L or A or coloured RED. The wire coloured BLUE
must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured BLACK. Neither core is to be
connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.
UK ONLY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Before use
7
Memo
8
Part names
External appearance may differ from model to model.
Ú Depending on the sewing machine you have, some functions may not be applied.
The model name is indicated on the label, located on the back of the sewing machine
(model SPXXX).
Thread guide
Face cover
Extension table
(Accessory Box)
Upper thread tension dial
Spool pin
Pattern selection dial
Reverse sewing lever
Presser foot holder
Presser foot
Bobbin case cover
Needle clamp screw
Feed dog
Quick adviser
Take-up lever
Light bulb
Presser foot holder
clamp screw
Needle thread guide
Needle plate
Bobbin case
Before use
Presser foot pressure
adjustment knob
Stitch length dial
Ú Equipped only with
model XXX34
Needle threader
9
Handwheel
Thread winding
switch
Terminal box
Thread winding spindle
Buttonhole
adjustment screw
Presser foot lever
Foot controller
Hollow for carrying
Battery
holder
(
Insert your hand in the hollow
when carrying sewing machine
)
Thread cutter
Model label
Drop feed lever
Ú Equipped only with
model XXX34
10
How to use handwheel
Always turn the handwheel towards yourself.
(in the direction of the arrow, forwards)
Note: If you turn it in the reverse
direction it could tangle the thread.
Handwheel
How to use presser foot lever
When sewing, lower the presser foot lever to
lower the presser foot. (Position 1)
When inserting fabric, lift up the presser foot
lever to raise the presser foot. (Position 2)
When inserting very thick fabric under the
presser foot, the lift height can be increased
by holding the presser foot lever at this
position. (Position 3)
How to use reverse sewing lever
To sew in reverse, press down on the
reverse sewing lever.
To return to sewing in the forward direction,
release the reverse sewing lever.
How to remove extension table
Pull out the extension table (accessory box)
in the direction of the arrow.
Extension table
Before use
11
Before use
Using the presser foot pressure adjustment knob
Ú Equipped only with model XXX34
By turning the presser foot pressure adjustment
knob at the top of the sewing machine, the
amount of pressure applied by the presser foot
can be adjusted. Turning the presser foot pressure
adjustment knob toward “–” reduces the amount
of pressure applied by the presser foot.
For best results when sewing stretch or thin
fabrics, slightly reduce the pressure.
Normally, sew with the knob set to “3”.
Using the drop feed lever
Ú Equipped only with model XXX34
The feed dog can be lowered when feeding
the fabric freely by hand, for example, when
embroidering or quilting.
During normal sewing, move the lever to the
right to raise the feed dog.
When feeding the fabric manually, move the
lever to the left to lower the feed dog.
Using the stitch length dial
Stitch length dial (0 through 4)
Turn the stitch length dial to adjust the stitch
length amount.
1. For shorter stitch, turn the dial to a lower
number.
2. For longer stitch, turn the dial to a higher
number.
(Used also when sewing stretch stitches. For details on sewing stretch stitches, refer to
page 42.)
12
How to use quick adviser
This quick adviser describes basic
countermeasures about the main troubles.
Meaning of the illustrations
Illustrations of the
troubles
Meaning of the illustrations
Countermeasures illustrations
Meaning of the illustrations.
• Jammed stitches
• Unbalanced stitches
The fabric wrinkles/puckers
• Missed stitches
Above troubles happen,
refer to illustration A for
countermeasures.
A
Shows the following 3
procedures.
1
Adjusting thread tension.
2 Threading the lower thread
correctly.
3 Threading the upper thread
correctly.
When needle is broken,
refer to illustration B for
countermeasures.
B
Describes how to change
needle correctly.
1 Raise the needle.
2 Remove the needle.
3 Attach the new needle.
When you want to know
how to attach presser foot,
refer to illustration C for
countermeasures.
C
Describes how to attach
presser foot.
1 Raise the presser foot lever.
2 Correctly position the
presser foot under the
presser foot holder.
3 Lower the presser foot lever.
When you want to know
how to wind lower thread,
refer to illustration D for
countermeasures.
D
Describes how to install battery
for winding lower thread.
1 Insert the battery into the
battery holder on the back of
the sewing machine.
2 Push the thread winding
switch to the left.
Before use
13
Prepare the foot controller.
Insert the power cord connector into
the terminal box.
Insert the power plug into the outlet.
The power is turned on.
1
2
3
Connecting the power
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Doing so could cause an electric shock.
Hold the power plug when removing it from the outlet.
Not doing so could damage the cord and cause an
electric shock, fi re or injury.
Power plug
Terminal box
Connector
Foot controller
How to operate foot controller
Sewing preparations
Warning
Step on the foot controller to operate the sewing machine.
The more you press the foot controller, the faster the
machine runs.
Release the foot controller to stop the machine.
Foot controller
14
Installation of battery for winding the lower thread
3
1
Open the battery holder cover in the
direction of the arrow.
2
Install the battery while confi rming polarity
of it.
Attach battery holder cover.
Note: Refer to page 48, 49 when
purchasing or changing batteries.
(Use a AA alkaline battery (1.5 V).)
Hold the thread winding switch to the left,
and check that the thread winding spindle
rotates.
Note: The thread winding spindle
rotates only while the thread
winding switch is pushed to the
left.
Battery holder
A battery is supplied as one of the
accessories.
Before winding the lower thread, install it in
the battery holder on back of sewing machine.
Sewing preparations
Battery holder cover
Thread winding switch
Attention
If the machine will not be
used for an extended period
of time, remove the battery.
Not doing so may result in
damage.
15
Winding the lower thread
Use a TOYOTA-exclusive bobbin.
The exclusive motor driven by a battery winds the lower thread.
1
3
Pull the thread from the thread spool.
Support the thread on the sewing
machine with one hand, using the other
hand pass the thread around the thread
guide as shown in the diagram.
3 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Caution
Before winding the lower thread, remove the power
plug from the outlet.
Doing so could cause an injury.
Do not touch the lower thread winding spindle
when winding the lower thread.
Doing so could cause an injury.
Attention
2
Sewing preparations
Pull up the spool pin.
Insert the felt, the thread spool and
the spool cap on the spool pin.
Note: The felt is already inserted
on the spool pin.
Felt
Spool cap
Spool pin
Thread guide
16
6
7
4
From the inside, pass the thread
end through the hole in the
bobbin, as shown.
Place the bobbin on to the
thread winding spindle so the
groove will meet the shaft
projection.
Hold the thread end, and push the thread
winding switch to the left to start winding.
After winding a little, release the thread
winding switch so that it returns to the right
and stops winding.
Note: The thread is wound only while the
thread winding switch is pushed to
the left.
5
Thread
Shaft projection
Thread winding
spindle
Groove
right wrong
To stop winding the thread, release the
thread winding switch.
Attention
Do not wind excessively,
it causes sewing
malfunction.
Cut the thread.
Remove the bobbin from the spindle.
Hole
8
Cut extra thread above the bobbin hole.
Push the thread winding switch to the
left again.
Wind the thread to the amount you need.
9
10
11
Bobbin
Attention
If the thread tail remains
from the bobbin hole, please
cut it, otherwise sewing will
not be performed correctly.
17
4
Threading the lower thread
Caution
Before inserting the bobbin, remove the power plug
from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
1
Take off the bobbin case cover by sliding
it towards yourself.
Pull bobbin case cover forward and lift to
remove.
2
3
Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case
so that the bobbin rotates counter
clockwise when thread is fed off.
Note: Inserting the bobbin in the
wrong direction causes
irregular thread tension.
Pull back end of thread about 15 cm,
long.
Insert the tabs on the bobbin case
cover into the race retainer grooves,
and then push the bobbin case cover
closed.
Pull the end of thread through
the cut-out guide a to guide b
of the bobbin case and pull out in
direction of arrow.
Bobbin case cover
Sewing preparations
a
b
Bobbin case
Groove
Ta b
Groove
Ta b
Bobbin case cover
18
• Threading the upper thread
Caution
Before threading the upper thread, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
1
Turn the handwheel toward
you to raise the take-up
lever to its highest position.
The line on the handwheel
should be at the top, as
shown.
2
3
5
Raise presser foot lever.
Note: If the presser foot lever is not
raised, the upper thread cannot
be threaded correctly.
Pull the thread from the thread spool,
and then press the thread against the
sewing machine with one hand while
passing the thread around the thread
guide with the other hand, as shown in
the diagram.
Pull up the spool pin.
Insert the felt, the thread spool and the
spool cap on the spool pin.
Note: The felt is already inserted on
the spool pin.
Felt
Thread guide
Take-up lever
4
Presser foot lever
Sewing preparations
Line
Spool pin
19
6
Pass the thread between the
thread guide plate and the
upper thread tension dial.
7
Pass the thread along the groove of
the thread guide plate, as the arrow
in the diagram.
Pass the thread through the take-up
lever.
8
Pass the thread through the right side needle thread
guide.
Check that the thread is threaded correctly.
Ú Correct threading
When the presser foot is raised, the upper thread
should feed smoothly when it is pulled toward you.
When the presser foot is lowered, there should be
some resistance when the upper thread is pulled
toward you. The thread is correctly threaded if it is
diffi cult to pull it.
9
From the front, pass the thread through
the eye of the needle.
Ú The needle can easily be threaded
when the needle threader is used.
Thread guide plate
Take-up-lever
Front
Upper thread
tension dial
15cm
Needle thread
guide
20
Using the needle threader
Caution
Before using the needle threader, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
1
Turn the handwheel so that the line is at
the top, as shown in the illustration.
2
3
Raise the presser foot lever.
Presser foot lever
Line
Check that the thread has been passed
through the needle thread guide.
4
While completely lowering the needle
threader lever, pass the thread through
the guide as shown in the illustration.
Guide
Needle
threader lever
Sewing preparations
Note: Use sewing machine needles no. 11 through 16 with the needle threader.
(Needle no. 14 is included when the sewing machine is purchased.) The
needle cannot be threaded if the thread is too thick for the needle. For
details of possible needle and thread combinations, refer to “Relationship
between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the thread tension” on
page 26.
Needle thread
guide
21
6
Loosen the tension on the thread, and
slowly return the needle threader lever
forward as much as possible. After
checking that the thread has passed
through the eye of the needle, release the
needle threader lever while releasing the
end of the thread.
(The needle threader lever automatically
returns to its storage position.)
Ú If the needle is not threaded, return to
step 3, and try threading the needle
again.
7
Pull the loop in the thread
that formed at the back of the
needle, and then pull about
15 cm of thread to the back of
the sewing machine.
5
Fully turn the needle threader lever
backward and pull the thread through
the needle threader slot.
Needle
threader slot
15cm
22
Pulling up the lower thread
1
2
Pull up the upper thread and the loop of
the lower thread will come out.
Pull out this lower thread.
3
Align the upper thread and lower thread,
and thread through the groove of the
presser foot.
Pull back about 15 cm.
Hold the end of the thread, turn the
handwheel towards yourself for one
full turn, and then stop when the
needle is at its highest position.
Note: Always turn the handwheel towards yourself (in the direction of
the arrow). If you turn it in the wrong direction it could tangle the
thread.
Note: If the thread is tight the lower thread will not come out, so hold the
thread loosely.
Upper thread
Lower thread
15cm
Sewing preparations
Handwheel
23
Application of each stitch pattern
Caution
Sewing preparations
Pattern
selection dial
Pattern selection
dial No.
Stitch length dial
(recommend setting)
Stitch Application
MODEL
model 34 model 26
1
2
3
4
0
-
4
(0.4~1)
1 2 3
4
Buttonhole
{{
5
0
-
4
(1~4)
Straight stitch
(left side)
{{
6
0
-
4
(1~4)
Straight stitch
(center)
{{
0
-
4
(2~4)
Zipper insertion
{{
7
0
-
4
(1~2)
Blind hem stitch
{{
8
0
-
4
(1~4)
Decorative stitch
{{
9
0
-
4
(1~2)
Stretch fabric blind hem
stitch
{{
10
0
-
4
(1~2)
Mending stitch
Thin fabric overcasting
{{
11
0
-
4
(1~2)
Decorative stitch
Overcasting
{{
12
0
-
4
(1~2)
Decorative stitch
{{
13
0
-
4
(1~2)
Decorative stitch
{{
14
0
-
4
(0.5~2)
Zigzag stitch (medium)
{{
15
0
-
4
(1~4)
Zigzag stitch (large)
Overcasting
{{
Stitch list
The stitch is selected according to the combination of settings
selected on the pattern selection dial and the Stitch length dial.
For details on selecting stitches, refer to
Sewing”.
Ú Stitch length for the stitch number 1 through 15 on the
pattern selection dial can be adjusted from 0 to 4 mm
by stitch length dial. Stitch settings A through S on the
pattern selection dial have a fi xed stitch length of 3 mm.
Stitch
length dial
Attention
Do not turn the pattern
selection dial or stitch
length dial while operating
the machine.
Doing so could cause injuries.
Stitches L through S can be sewn only
with model XXX34.
The model name is indicated beside
“MODEL” in the model label on the back
of the sewing machine. (MODEL SP **)
24
Pattern selection
dial No.
Stitch Application
MODEL
model 34 model 26
AA
-
K
Reinforced straight stitch
(left side)
{{
BA
-
K
Reinforced straight stitch
(center)
{{
CA
-
K
Decorative stitch
Double overlock
{{
DA
-
K Decorative stitch
{{
EA
-
K Decorative stitch
{{
FA
-
K Decorative stitch
{{
GA
-
K
Decorative stitch
Overlock
{{
HA
-
K
Decorative stitch
Overlock
{{
IA
-
K Decorative stitch
{{
JA
-
K
Reinforced zigzag stitch
(medium)
{{
KA
-
K
Reinforced zigzag stitch
(large)
{{
LL
-
S Decorative stitch
{
-
ML
-
S Decorative stitch
{
-
NL
-
S
Fagoting
{
-
OL
-
S Appliqué
{
-
PL
-
S Appliqué
{
-
QL
-
S Decorative stitch
{
-
RL
-
S Decorative stitch
{
-
SL
-
S Decorative stitch
{
-
Stitch length dial
25
2
Changing the presser foot
Caution
Before changing the presser foot, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Removal
1
3
Press the presser foot holder
lever in the direction of the arrow
to release the presser foot.
Raise the presser foot lever.
Presser foot
holder lever
Presser foot
Turn the handwheel towards yourself
to raise the needle.
Note: Never turn in the wrong
direction.
Handwheel
Presser foot lever
Sewing preparations
26
Installation
1
Position the presser foot pin
directly below the groove in the
presser foot holder.
2
Lower the presser foot lever to
attach the presser foot.
Presser foot lever
Presser foot
holder
Groove
Presser
foot pin
27
2
Changing the needle
Caution
Before changing the needle, remove the power plug
from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Be sure to dispose of broken needle in a safe manner.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
1
Turn the handwheel towards yourself
to raise the point of the needle higher
than the needle plate.
Hold the needle in one hand, loosen
the needle clamp screw with the screw
driver for the needle plate, and remove
the needle.
Note: Do not remove the needle
clamp screw. Loosen the
needle clamp screw to
remove the needle.
Correct needle selection
Good needle
Faulty needle
The entire needle is bent
The point of the needle
is blunt / worn away
The point of the needle
is bent
If a faulty needle is used, not only could it impair the sewing
performance, but it could also damage the needle plate or
hook, or break the needle.
Incorrect stitching or thread breaking, try replacing the
needle.
Screw driver for the needle plate
Needle clamp
screw
3
Face the fl at surface of the needle
to the rear and insert until it makes
contact with the pin.
Firmly tighten the needle clamp
screw with the screw driver for the
needle plate.
Pin
Flat surface
Sewing preparations
28
Relationship between the needle, thread
and fabric, and adjusting the thread tension
The quality of the sewing fi nish will improve if the needle and thread are changed to
match the type of fabric. Follow the directions in the table below.
-
2
-
1
-
3
+2
+3
+4
+1
+1
+2
-
1
Relationship between the needle,
thread and fabric
Adjusting the thread
tension
Sewing thin fabric
Sewing normal fabric Sewing thick fabric
Needle
Thread
Fabric
Thread
tension
No. 75/11
No. 90/14
No. 100/16
Polyester No. 90
Cotton No. 80 to No. 120
Silk No. 80
Polyester No. 50 to No. 60
Cotton No. 60 to No. 80
Silk No. 50 to No. 80
Polyester No. 30 to No. 50
Cotton No. 40 to No. 50
Silk No. 50
Lining
Quipler
Georgette
Lawn
Lace, etc.
Broad
Soft denim
Satin
Pile
Gingham, etc.
Curtains
Denim
Quilting
Fleece
Tweed
Felt, etc.
-
1 ~
-
3
+1 ~ +3
Use a ball point needle for the sewing alignment of stretch fabric.
Please purchase any needles not included as accessories, after checking they are
specifi ed as home-use sewing machine needles.
Use the same kind of threads for upper/lower thread.
The higher the needle number is, the needle gets thicker. The higher the thread
number is, the thread gets thinner.
Sewing preparations
29
Straight stitching and reverse sewing
Caution
Straight stitch
1
3
2
Position the fabric under the
presser foot, and then lower
the presser foot lever.
Step on the foot controller to
begin sewing.
56
Zigzag sewing
foot
Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle.
Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern.
Set the stitch length dial between “1” and “4”.
End of sewing
After sewing, turn the handwheel toward
you to raise the needle to its highest
position, raise the presser foot, and then
pull out the fabric to the back.
Do not pull the fabric excessively while sewing.
Doing so could break the needle and cause an
injury.
Sewing
1~4
30
Thread cutter on the presser bar
Line up the two threads, and then cut
them with the thread cutter on the
presser bar.
Reverse sewing is performed while
pressing down the reverse sewing lever.
Stitch 1 cm from the edge of the fabric
to prevent unraveling at the start of
sewing.
Sew 3 to 4 reverse stitches at the end
of sewing.
Note: Remove your fi nger from the
reverse sewing lever to return
to forward direction sewing.
Reverse sewing
Reverse sewing is performed at the beginning and the end of sewing to prevent the
thread from unraveling.
Reverse sewing lever
Thread cutter
31
Sewing thick fabric
When sewing thick fabric from the edge,
the presser foot may tilt and be unable to
feed through the fabric.
Fabric or
thick paper
Sewing fabric
Sewing thin fabric
When sewing thin fabric, sometimes
fabric puckers or is not fed correctly.
At that time, sewing is easier if tissue
paper is placed under the fabric.
After sewing remove the paper
carefully.
Tissue paper
Place fabric or thick paper of the same
thickness as the fabric you wish to sew
under the presser foot. This will enable
smooth sewing.
Ú For best sewing results, use the optional
“Jeans support” when sewing different
thicknesses of thick fabrics.
Jeans support
When sewing hard-to-feed fabric,
such as leather, use the roller foot.
Ú The roller foot is only included with
model XXX34.
Sewing hard-to-feed fabric
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Sewing tube-shaped fabrics
1
Pull out the extension table
(accessory box) in the direction of
the arrow.
2
Sew tube-shaped fabrics such as
trousers or sleeves, by pulling them over
the machine free arm as shown in the
diragram.
33
14 15
1
2
• Zigzag sewing
There are various zigzag applications, such as
applique and overcasting.
3
Position the fabric under the presser
foot, and then lower the presser foot.
Step on the foot controller to begin
sewing.
Zigzag sewing foot
Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle.
Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern.
Set the stitch length dial between “0.5” and “4”.
Sewing
0.5~4
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Adjusting thread tension
Upper thread is tight
Wrong
side
Right
side
Upper thread is loose
Upper thread is loose
Upper thread is tight
Adjustment method
for upper thread tension
z
Upper thread is tight
z
Upper thread is loose
Lower the upper
thread tension.
Increase the upper
thread tension.
Note: If the tension does not change even when
you adjust the upper thread tension, thread
the upper thread and lower thread again.
Wrong
side
Wrong
side
Wrong
side
Right
side
Right
side
Right
side
Sewing
Straight stitch
Zigzag sewing
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• Buttonhole sewing
Caution
Before changing the presser foot, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Buttonhole sewing to match the size of the button is possible.
For stretch fabric or thin fabric, it is recommended to use a stabilizer for a better
buttonhole fi nish.
1
1234
Buttonhole foot
2
Center line
Buttonhole
size
3 mm
Button thickness
(Button diameter + button thickness + 3 mm)
Set the buttonhole size and mark
lines on the fabric.
3
Division line
Start line
of sewing
Guide line
Align the buttonhole foot division line
closest to you with the guide line, and
lower the presser foot to the start line of
sewing on the fabric.
Change to the buttonhole foot.
(Refer to “Changing the presser foot”, p23.)
Start line
of sewing
Sewing
Center line
0.4~1
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7
4
5
6
Raise the needle to the highest position,
set the pattern dial to “4”, and sew 5 to 6
bar-tack stitches.
Raise the needle to the highest position,
set the pattern dial to “1”, sew the left
side and stop at the line marked on the
fabric.
Set the stitch length dial between “0.4”
and “1”.
Raise the needle to the highest position,
set the pattern dial to “2”, and sew 5 to
6 bar-tack stitches. “2” and “4” on the
pattern selection dial use the same dial
position.
Raise the needle to the highest position,
set the pattern dial to “3”, sew the right
side and stop at the line marked on the
fabric.
37
8
Caution
Use the buttonhole cutter to cut the center,
making sure not to cut the stitches.
Note: If a marking pin is put in the
bar-tack area it helps to prevent
cutting the bar-tack with the
buttonhole cutter.
Use the buttonhole adjustment screw
to adjust the balance between the
stitches (rear side).
Adjust by turning with the - screw
driver of your own.
Don’t turn the screw more than 90°.
Note:
The original position of buttonhole
adjustment screw may vary
according to the model of machine.
If the stitches are loose on the right side
of the buttonhole, turn slightly in the “-”
direction.
If the stitches are loose on the left side
of the buttonhole, turn slightly in the “+”
direction.
Adjustment of buttonhole balance
Buttonhole
adjustment
screw
When using the buttonhole cutter to cut the
buttonholes, do not hold the fabric in front of the cutter.
Doing so could cause an injury to your hand.
Buttonhole
cutter
38
10 15
• Overcasting
This is a sewing method that prevents unraveling at the
edge of the fabric.
1
Zigzag sewing foot
2
Right needle entry point
Raise the needle to its highest position, and then turn the pattern selection dial to
select stitch number 10 or 15.
Note: Select pattern No.10 when sewing thin fabric.
Set the stitch length dial between “1” and “4”.
Position the fabric so that the
needle extends slightly off the
edge of the fabric when the
needle moves to the right.
Sewing
Caution
Before changing the presser foot, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
When using the zigzag sewing foot
2
Attach the overcasting foot.
(Refer to “Changing the presser
foot” on page 23.)
Sew with the edge of the fabric
against the guide on the foot.
When using the overcasting foot
1~4
Overcasting foot
Ú
The overcasting foot is only
included with model XXX34.
Caution
Do not use stitch number 10.
Doing so may cause the needle to
hit the presser foot and break or
cause injuries.
Guide
39
• Zipper insertion
Caution
Before changing the presser foot, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
6
Attach the zipper foot. (Refer to “Changing the presser foot” on page 23.)
Raise the needle to its highest position, and then turn the pattern selection dial to select
stitch number 6.
Set the stitch length dial between “2” and “4”.
First, sew the left side of the zipper.
Zipper foot
Sewing the left side of the zipper
1
2
3
Position the fabric so that the zipper is on the
right side of the presser foot.
Zipper
Set the right side pin of the zipper
foot to the presser foot holder.
Align the zipper and the fabric, and tack.
Ú Lay down the slider tab toward you.
Sewing
Ta ck
Left side pin
Right side pin
Zipper
Slider tab
Slider
2~4
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4
Sew until just before the presser foot
makes contact with the slider, and then
stop the sewing machine.
5
Turn the handwheel towards yourself to
lower the needle into the fabric.
Raise the presser foot.
Move the slider to the rear of the presser
foot, and fi nish the sewing.
6
7
Slider
Sewing the right side of the zipper
Release the presser foot and set to the
left side pin.
Sew the right side of the zipper using
the same procedures as for the left side.
Note: Sewing in the same direction
as the left side will help prevent
sewing misaligment.
Slider
41
1
2
Blind hem stitching
In this sewing method the stitch cannot
be seen on the front of the fabric.
Fold back the cloth so that the folded
area protrudes by about 5 to 7 mm.
Iron and tack by hand.
Tacking
79
Zigzag sewing foot
Wrong
side
Right
side
5 to 7 mm
Sewing
Blind stitch foot
Ú The blind stitch foot
is only included with
model XXX34.
Caution
Before changing the presser foot, remove the
power plug from the outlet.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
Raise the needle to its highest position, and then turn the pattern selection dial to select
stitch number 7 or 9.
(When sewing stretch fabrics, select stitch number 9.)
Set the stitch length dial to setting “1” or “2”.
1~2
42
5
3
4
Position the fabric so that the
needle slightly catches the fold
when the needle moves to the left.
Lower the presser foot and start
sewing. The part of the stitch that
catches the fold will be visible from
the right side of the fabric. Sew the
stitch evenly so that the part of the
stitch that catches the fold is not
too large or too small.
After sewing, pull out the tacking,
open out the fabric.
Inside fold
Wrong
side
Fold
Wrong
side
5
3
4
Attach the blind stitch foot.
(Refer to “Changing the presser
foot” on page 23.) Position the
fabric so that the needle slightly
catches the fold when the
needle moves to the left.
Lower the presser foot, adjust
the screw so that the fold aligns
with the guide, and then sew
with the fold against the guide.
After sewing, pull out the
tacking, open out the fabric.
Fold
Adjusting screw
Wrong
side
Inside fold
Wrong
side
Guide
When using the blind stitch foot
When using the zigzag sewing foot
Right side
43
Balanced stitches
Small stitches evenly
located on right side.
Needle catches too much
on the fold
Large stitches on right
side.
Needle does not catch
on the fold
The blind hem stitches do
not come through
Wrong
side
Right
side
Wrong
side
Right
side
Wrong
side
Right
side
44
Pattern selection
dial No.
Stitch
length dial
Stitch
MODEL
model 34 model 26
LL
-
S
{
-
ML
-
S
{
-
NL
-
S
{
-
OL
-
S
{
-
PL
-
S
{
-
QL
-
S
{
-
RL
-
S
{
-
SL
-
S
{
-
Stretch & Decoration stitching
Use this stitching method for reinforcing
stitching, decorative stitching and quilting.
Pattern selection
dial No.
Stitch
length dial
Stitch
MODEL
model 34 model 26
AA
-
K
{{
BA
-
K
{{
CA
-
K
{{
DA
-
K
{{
EA
-
K
{{
FA
-
K
{{
GA
-
K
{{
HA
-
K
{{
IA
-
K
{{
JA
-
K
{{
KA
-
K
{{
A
~
K
L
~
S
Stitch list
Selecting a stitch
• Stitches L through S can be
sewn only with model XXX34.
The model name is indicated
beside “MODEL in the model
label on the back of the sewing
machine. (MODEL SP **)
As an example, the following procedure
describes how to select stitch number F.
Raise the needle to its highest position,
and then turn the pattern selection dial to
select stitch number F.
Turn the stitch length dial to select
setting “A – K”.
A
-
K,
L
-
S
Sewing
Caution
Attention
Note: Select the same setting on the
stitch length dial and the pattern
selection dial.
Zigzag sewing
foot
Pattern
selection dial
Stitch
length dial
Do not turn the pattern
selection dial or stitch
length dial while
operating the machine.
Doing so could cause
injuries.
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2
Feed dog and hook maintenance
If the sewing machine makes a loud noise or rotates slowly, or there could be thread
waste or dust in the hook or feed dog. Perform maintenance on the hook and the feed
dog.
Do not use detergent,
bleach, benzine, or
thinner chemical cloths.
Doing so could cause
discoloration or cracking.
Before cleaning
the hook, remove
the power plug
from the outlet.
Not doing so could
cause an injury.
Attention
Cleaning the feed dog and hook
1
Remove presser foot and needle.
Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws
in the needle plate, and then remove the
needle plate.
Lift bobbin case in the direction of the
arrow and remove it.
3
Brush off lint and dust on feed dog and
hook, then clean it with a soft cloth.
A vacuum cleaner wand or hose may be
used to remove lint from this area.
Presser foot
Bobbin case
Caution
Feed dog
Hook
Maintenance
Needle plate screw
(2 screws)
46
3
Attaching the Bobbin Case
1
Insert the bobbin case from the front.
The red mark a on the bobbin case
should be in the position, as shown in the
diagram.
2
Align the red mark a and b, and attach
the needle plate with the projection c
on the bobbin case positioned as shown
in the diagram.
Make sure that bobbin case moves
slightly from side to side as indicated
by the arrow.
4
Tighten needle plate clamp screws.
Turn the handwheel and see if hook
moves smoothly.
When the bobbin case is attached
incorrectly, the handwheel is heavy and
does not turn smoothly.
At that time remove the needle plate and
the bobbin case, attach them again.
Attach the needle and presser foot.
Check that the needle correctly enters
the hole in the needle plate.
Needle plate screw
(2 screws)
Hole in
needle plate
c
b
a
b
a
Needle plate
a
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4
Changing light bulb
Warning
Before changing the light bulb, remove the power
plug from the outlet and wait until the bulb cools.
Not doing so could cause a burn or electric shock.
1
Loosen the screw with a “+”
screw driver of your own,
and take off the face cover
in the direction of the arrow.
2
Screw
Face cover
3
Maintenance
Turn the light bulb counterclockwise as
the arrow in the diagram and remove.
Turn the new light bulb clockwise to
install.
Note: Contact your distributor or the
service center listed on the
last page of this Instruction
Manual to purchase a light
bulb for the SP20 series.
Always reinstall the face cover after
replacing the light bulb.
48
• Troubleshooting
What is the problem? Check the following
possibilities before contacting the service
center for repair.
Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page
Does not
rotate
Does not work
The power plug is not inserted Connect the power plug correctly
11
Thread is tangled in the hook,
or there is a broken needle in
the hook
Clean the hook
43
Loud noise
Slow rotation
There is thread waste or dust
in the hook or feed dog
Remove thread waste or dust
43
Broken needle
The needle is incorrectly
installed
Install the needle correctly
25
The needle clamp screw is
loose
Firmly tighten the screw
25
The needle is too fi ne for the
cloth
Use a needle appropriate to the
fabric
26
The tension of the upper
thread is too tight
Adjust the thread tension
32
The fabric is being pulled too
strongly
Do not pull the fabric strongly
27
The bobbin case is not in the
correct position
Put the bobbin case in the correct
position
44
Upper thread
breakage
The upper and lower thread
are not correctly threaded
Thread the upper and lower thread
correctly
15, 16
The thread is tangled in the
bobbin case or hook
Remove thread waste from the
feed dog and hook
43
The tension of the upper
thread is too tight
Adjust the thread tension
32
The needle is bent
The point of the needle is burred
Replace with a good needle
25
The needle, thread and fabric
combination is inappropriate
Use an appropriate needle, thread
and fabric combination
26
Lower thread
breakage
The lower thread is incorrectly
threaded
Thread the lower thread correctly
15
Fabric is not
fed through
There is thread waste in the
feed dog
Remove thread waste from the
feed dog and hook
43
The feed dog is lowered Raise the feed dog
9
The stitch length dial is set to
“0”
Adjust the stitch length dial
9
The stitch length amount is too
small
Adjust the stitch length dial to an
appropriate setting
9
The pressure applied by the
presser foot is too light
Adjust the pressure applied by the
presser foot to an appropriate setting
9
Maintenance
49
If the above treatments do not solve the problem, contact
the service center as described in your warranty.
When calling for service, please note the MODEL and
SERIES that are inscribed on the back of your sewing
machine.
SP20 SERIES / SERIE
SP20 SERIES / SERIE
max 15W
max 15W
Total 85W
Total 85W
MODEL / MODELE SP
MODEL / MODELE SP
220-240V
220-240V
50Hz
50Hz
Manufacturer/ : ZHEJIANG AISIN ELITE
Fabricant MACHINERY & ELECTRIC
CO., LTD.P.R.C.
Importer/ : EUROPE S. A.
Importateur
MADE IN P. R. C. / FABRIQUE A P.R.C.
Designed and engineered by
Designed and engineered by
AISIN SEIKI JAPAN
AISIN SEIKI JAPAN
Trouble Cause Countermeasure Page
Missed
stitches
The needle is incorrectly installed
Install the needle correctly
25
The needle is bent Use a straight needle
25
The needle and thread are not
appropriate for the fabric
Sew with a needle and thread
appropriate to the fabric
26
The upper thread is not
correctly threaded
Thread the upper thread correctly
16
The fabric
wrinkles /
puckers
The tension of the upper
thread is too tight
Adjust the thread tension
32
The upper and lower thread
are not correctly threaded
Thread the upper and lower thread
again
15, 16
The needle is too thick for the cloth
Use a needle appropriate to the fabric
26
The needle is burred Replace with a good needle
25
Too much
lower thread
showing on
right side of
the fabric
The lower thread is incorrectly threaded
Thread the lower thread correctly
15
The tension of the upper
thread is too tight
Adjust the thread tension
32
The bobbin is not correctly
inserted in the bobbin case
Insert the bobbin in the bobbin
case correctly
15
Too much
upper thread
showing on
wrong side of
the fabric
The upper thread is not
correctly threaded
Thread the upper thread correctly
16
The tension of the upper
thread is too loose
Adjust the thread tension
32
The upper thread is not correctly
threaded (not threaded through
the thread guide)
Thread the upper thread correctly
16
Stretch
stitches cannot
be sewn
The stitch length dial is not set
to setting “A – K” or “L – S”
Set the stitch length dial to the
appropriate setting
42
The stitch length dial and the
pattern selection dial are set to
different settings
Select the same setting on the
stitch length dial and the pattern
selection dial
42
The needle
cannot be
threaded with
the needle
threader
The needle position is too low
Turn the handwheel so that the
line is at the top
18
Needle no.9 is being used Use needle no. 11 through 16
26
The needle is incorrectly installed
Install the needle correctly
25
The needle is bent
Use a straight needle
25
The thread has not been
correctly passed through the
needle bar thread guide
Pass the thread through the
needle bar thread guide correctly
18
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Safety precaution about the battery
Warning
Caution
If the alkaline solution from the battery get in the eyes or come into
contact with the skin or clothes, rinse with a large quantity of clean
water and consult a doctor immediately.
Not doing so could cause an injury.
1. Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat, recharge, deform, dispose of
in fi re.
2. Do not insert batteries in reverse polarity.
3. Do not expose batteries to strong impact by dropping or throwing the
batteries.
Doing so could cause a leakage of alkaline solution.
Others
Maintenance / Others
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of
grounding. No grounding means are provided on a double-insulated product nor should
a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product
requires extreme care and should only be done by qualifi ed service personnel with
knowledge of the system under his or her responsibility. Replacement parts for a double-
insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. The symbol is marked
on the double-insulated product.
Servicing double-insulated products
(230V-240V)
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We are committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of
our products by continuously improving product design and our manufacturing methods.
At end of life, please dispose of this product in an environmentally responsible way.
The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol featured above and on the product’s data-plate means that this
product falls under the scope of the E.U. “Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment” (WEEE) directive and
“Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment” (ROHS)
directive and should not be disposed of with your household waste. At end of life, you must ensure that this
product is disposed of in accordance with national and local legislation and that it is sorted as Category 2
“Small Domestic Appliances” WEEE. You may be liable under local and national laws for improper disposal
of this product. Please consult the web, or a competent national or local body, for the return and collections
systems available to you and the locations of your nearest recycling points. If you purchase a new product
direct from us, we will take your old product back, irrespective of the brand, if it is a like for like sale.
As an individual, you can make a positive impact on reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of WEEE.
This will reduce use of landfi ll and minimize the environmental impact of the products you use.
Hazardous substances in electronic and electrical products can have a harmful impact on human health and
on the environment.
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• Recycling
Others
• Specifi cations
Model
SP20 series
If you have any queries about this TOYOTA sewing machine, check the warranty for details.
Hook type Horizontal
Needle Home-use sewing machine needle (HA-1)
Bobbin TOYOTA-exclusive plastic bobbin
Maximum stitch length 4 mm
Maximum stitch width 5 mm
Straight stitch needle position Center needle position, left needle position
Sewing machine weight
(sewing machine and foot
controller)
6.3 kg
Sewing machine size Width: 412 mm
Depth: 192 mm
Height: 292 mm
Rated voltage
220 - 240 V
Rated frequency 50 Hz
Rated power consumption 85 W
Light bulb 15 W
Battery Alkaline 1.5 V, Mignon/AA/LR6
679111-DEA10-B
Web: www.home-sewing.com
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