JANOME Classmate S750 Instruction Booklet
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1. 0 direction Set the pattern selector dial at Set the pattern selector dial at T and sew 5 stitches of fF Sew up the right side bartack then raise the needle of the buttonhole Stop the machine when you are directly h ic fronithe taude opposite the first stitch on the left hand side and raise the needle 20 e Tricot Stitch Set the pattern selector dial oi j s Machine Setting at T gt 2 Sew 5 stitches of bartack and S Stitch Length C raise the needle from the AL fabric Then set the pattern selector dial at cm and sew a few stitches to secure the seam A Zigzag Foot Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing threads Pierce a pin inside the bartack Then cut the opening with a seam ripper Be careful not to cut the stitches The tricot stitch is used to finish seam allowance on synthetics and other fabrics that tend to pucker The stitch is excellent for darning and mending tears in fabric as well 21 e Zipper Application Machine Setting Stitch Length Top side of fabric Top edge of fabric Fabric Preparation Put the top sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening Use the reverse to lock the stitches To attach the zipper foot e To sew on the left side of the zipper attach the presser bar to the right pins on the zipper foot The pin on the2. the raw edge should be over cast first On light weight fabrics the raw edge can be turned under and pressed Fold up the hem the desired amount and pin in place Fold the hem under the fabric as illustrated How to Sew gt When the needle comes to the left Position the fabric on the machine so that the needle just pierces the folded edge of the fabric when the needle comes over to the extreme left side Lower the presser foot How to Set the Guide gt h Sliding guide Turn the guide screw and move the sliding guide against the folded edge Sew the folded edge guiding along the sliding guide Sliding guide 19 e Buttonhole Machine Setting i Stitch Length red zone i 03 1 J Sliding buttonhole foot O Set the pattern selector dial at Sew down the left side of the se fl ac buttonhole to the bottom end Lead both threads to the left Raise the needle Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric you planto Lower the needle into the use Try the buttonhole with the button you will use fabric where the buttonhole is to start and lower the foot The symbol red zone on the stitch F F length dial indicates the range of adjustment for buttonhole If you want the coarse stitches of the buttonhole turn the dial toward 1 direction If you want the dense stitches of the buttonhole turn the dial toward
3. zipper tape Stop about 5 cm from the top of the zipper Lower the needle into the fabric and raise the presser foot Remove the basting stitches and open the zipper Lower the foot and stitch the rest of the seam Make sure the fold is even 23 Feather Stitch Machine Setting R Stitch Length A Zigzag Foot Butt two folded edges together and use this stitch to join them 24 e Stretch Stitch Patterns Machine Setting ELE RUE anuon A Zigzag Foot When forward and reverse feeds become unbalanced depending upon the type of fabric correct the balance by turning the stitch length dial as follows When patterns are compressed correct it by turning the dial toward er h When patterns are drawn out correct it by turning the dial toward e Rolled Hem Machine Setting Stitch Length D Hemmer Foot Make a double 0 25 cm I 8 fold approximately 8 cm 3 in length Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where sewing is to begin then lower the hemmer foot Sew 3 or 4 stitches while holding the needle and bobbin threads Lower the needle into the fabric and lift the hemmer foot Insert the folded portion of the fabric into the curl of the hemmer foot Lower the hemmer foot then sew by lifting up the edge of the fabric to keep it feeding smoothly and evenly Trim about 0 7 cm 1 4 from corners as illus
4. itch by Turn the balance wheel W gial hand until the tip of needle out of fabric Select the turning the pattern selector 14 a ees ee ef x Selecting Stitch Length 43210 oe ee ee ra tou The higher the number the longer the stitch length You can select the suitable stitch length for most fabrics When sewing stretch stitch set the stitch length dial at SS When forward and reverse feeds become unbalanced depending upon the type of fabric correct the balance as follows When patterns are dense correct it by turning the dial toward When patterns are coarse correct it by turning the dial toward Pee a eres E ee x Dropping the Feed Dogs For dropping the feed dogs turn the stitch length dial to the 4 mark e Reverse Stitch Lever 4 Reverse stitch lever Fabric is fed in reverse while the lever is pressed When it is released fabric is fed foward 1 5 Ss SECTION lil SEWING e Straight Stitch Changing Sewing Direction gt Machine Setting Bring the needle down into the Stitch Length fabric and raise the presser foot A Zigzag Foot Starting Sewing gt Then pivot the fabric to the direction desired Lower the foot While holding the threads with your to start sewing left hand turn the balance wheel toward you to bring the needle into the fabric where you wish to start sewing Lower the presser foot and press t
5. nor store near a radiator e Do not store the machine in an area of high humidity e Handle the machine with care to avoid dropping or bumping SECTION Il GETTING READY TO SEW e Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply e Foot Control Power supply plug Power supply G switch 2 Foot control Before connecting the power make sure the electrical rating voltage and frequency of the machine conform to your electrical power Turn off the power switch and connect the machine plug to the machine socket Connect the power supply plug to your power supply Turn on the power switch Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control The harder you press on the control the faster the machine runs e Replacing Sewing Light The sewing light is located behind the face plate Unscrew the set screw and remove the face plate e Toremove Turn it counter clockwise e To replace Turn it clockwise CAUTION Before removing the face plate unplug your machine The sewing light may be HOT Protect your fingers when you handle it e Thread and Needle Chart Fine Silk Fine Cotton Fine Synthetic Fine Cotton Covered Polyester Crepe de Chine Voile Lawn Organdy Georgette Linens Cotton Pique Serge Double Knits Percale 50 silk 50 to 80 Cotton 50 to 60 Synthetic Cotton Covered Polyester 50 silk 40 to 50 Cotton 40 to 50 Synthetic
6. Bobbin winder clutch knob is not pushed in See Page 5 See Pages 26 27 See Page 10 The buttonhole stitches are not balanced The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn The work is being pulled or held back See Page 14 Do not force the fabric for guiding The machine is noisy 30 The machine i 3 in need of Dust and lint have collected in the hook mechanism The feed dog is packed with lint See Page 28 See Pages 26 27 See Pages 26 27
7. Cotton Covered Polyester Denim Tweed Gabardine Coating Drapery and Upholstery Fabric In general fine thread and needles are used for sewing thin fabrics and thicker threads and needles are used for sewing heavy fabrics Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used for actual sewing Use the same thread for needle and bobbin To Select a Suitable Needle SSE Stem aLL BLUE TIPPED needle e When sewing stretch very fine fabric or synthetics use a BLUE TIPPED needle The blue tipped needle effec tively prevents skipped stitches e When sewing very fine fabrics sew over a piece of paper to pre vent yarn distortion A number indicating the size of needle is marked on the stem The higher the number the thicker the needle A BLUE TIPPED needle is supplied with the machine Do not use any needle which is bent or blunt e Changing Needles Needle clamp screw Needle clamp Raise the needle by turning the balance wheel toward you and lower the presser foot Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it toward you Remove the needle from the clamp Insert the new needle into the needle clamp with facing the flat side to the back When inserting the needle into the clamp push it up as far as it will go and tighten the clamp screw firmly with the screwdriver e Raising or Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises or lo
8. INSTRUCTION BOOK move S750 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use Read all instruction before using this sewing machine DAN G E R To reduce the risk of electric shock J An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning Always unplug before relamping Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts Do not reach for the appliance that has fallen into water Unplug immediately Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or drop into water or other liquid WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons LS Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children Use this appliance only for intended use as described in this manual Use only attachements recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual 10 11 12 13 14 Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for exami nation repair electrical or mechanical adjustment Never operate the app
9. ad guide 0 10 Thread take up lever 11 Face plate 12 Thread cutter a 13 Presser bar 14 Foot holder 15 Presser foot thumb screw 16 Feed dog 17 Needle plate 18 Bobbin D LPN PMPs 21 Finger guard 22 Slide plate This sewing machine is for use on a nominal 120 V circuit and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug as illastrated in Fig 1 A temporally adopter illustrated in Fig 2 and 3 may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in Fig 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not avaialble The temporally adopter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed py a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug and the like extending from adopter must be connectted to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adopter is used it must be held in place by the metal screw Fig 1 Fig 2 Metal Screw Fig 3 Grounding Pin Grounding Means INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Lay the machine backwards with bottom towards you and loosen set screws After loosening set screws position and set machine onto hinges Tighten set screws and swing down machine into place Set Screw Bottom view of machine showing position of hinges e Standard Accessories 23 Balance wheel 24 Bobbin winder clutch knob 25 Machine socket 26 Power switch 27 Presser foot lifter O va Screwdriver Sea
10. d through take up lever from right to left Then draw thread down and slip it into the lower thread guide Draw thread down and slip it into needle bar thread guide Thread needle eye from front to back NOTE You may wantto cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading e Drawing Up Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot and hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand Turn the balance wheel slowly towards you with your right hand until the needle goes down and continuously turn the balance wheel until the take up lever is at its highest position Lightly draw up the needle thread forming a loop of the bobbin thread Pull 15 cm 6 of both threads back and under the presser foot e Balancing Needle Thread Tension x Auto tension Set AUTO for ordinary sewing to get well balanced tension ee Needle thread g Bobbin thread o For Straight Stitch Setting mark The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of fabric o For Zigzag Stitch In the correct zigzag stitch the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side x Manual Needle Thread Tension Loosen the needle thread Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial tension by moving the dial to a lower number to a higher number 13 h your e Pattern Selector Dial comes
11. e needle was in the material See Page 11 See Pages 26 27 Replace the bobbin See Page 7 See Page 7 See Page 7 See Page 13 See Page 17 See Page 6 See Page 14 1 The needle is incorrectly inserted 2 The needle is bent or blunt 3 The needle and or threads are not suitable for the work being sewn 4 A BLUE TIPPED needle is not being used for sewing stretch very fine fabrics and synthetics 5 The needle thread is not threaded properly See Page 7 See Page 6 See Page 6 See Page 6 See Page 12 29 Seam Puckering 1 3 4 The needle thread tension is too tight 2 The needle thread and or bobbin thread are not threaded properly The needle is too heavy for the cloth being sewn The stitches are too coarse for the fabric being sewn When sewing extremely light weight materials place a sheet of paper underneath the fabric See Page 13 See Pages 11 12 See Page 6 See Page 14 Stitches form loops below the work The needle thread tension is too loose The needle is either too heavy or too fine for the thread See Page 13 See Page 6 The cloth is not feeding smoothly The feed dog is packed with lint The stitches are too fine The feed dog is not raised after Drop feed has been used See Pages 26 27 See Page 14 See Page 15 The machine does not work The machine is not plugged in A thread is caught in the hook race
12. er Supply se ssesesseesee 5 Foot Control Changing Nodos sciura AAEN PRE 7 Raising or Lowering the Presser Foot To Detach and Attach the Foot Holder the Finger Guard To Snap the Presser Foot On and Off Removing the Bobbin cssssssseesesees Setting Spool SAN iiia AREEN NO Winding the Bobbin ssesessessseeees Inserting the Bobbi Threading the Machine Drawing up Bobbin Thread Balancing Needle Thread Tension Pattern Selector Dial Stitch Length Dial Selecting Stitch Length oo Selecting Stretch Stitch Patterns 0 0 0 PEENE AEE 14 x Dropping the Feed Dogs Reverse Stitch Lever SECTION Ill SEWING Smagt SMB aa ERES ti EEP TEER 16 Zigzag Stitch Overcasting Triple Strength Stitch Blind Hemming 0 Buttonhole Tricot Stitch Zipper Appli Feather Stitch Stretch Stitch Patterns Rolled Hem 000 NEREO PREET ENEE 25 SECTION IV CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Bobbin Holder sesssssessesesesssesseseseseeseseeeee Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Resetting the Bobbin Holder and Needle Plate Oiling the Machine Trouble Shooting SECTION ESSENTIAL PARTS e Names of Parts Reverse stitch lever Stitch length dial Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin winder spindle Spool pin Pattern selector dial Thread tension dial Bobbin winder thread guide Upper thre
13. he foot control gently then start sewing slowly 16 Fastening Seams gt For fastening the end of seams press the reverse stitch lever and sew several reverse stitches Bring the thread take up lever at its highest position and raise the presser foot Then draw the fabric out to the rear Cut the threads with leaving proper length of their ends for Starting the next seam e Zigzag Stitch Machine Setting Stitch Length 0 3 4 Zigzag width can be regulated in the range of the symbol as illustrated left 17 e Overcasting e Triple Strength Stitch Machine Setting Machine Setting Stitch Length Stitch Length S S A Zigzag Foot C Overedge Foot Here s How oee This seam is formed with two stitches forward and one stitch backward Since the seam can not be ripped off easily the garments should be basted for fitting before seaming Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are made over the edge NOTE When using stretch knit fabric use a blue stretch Edge of fabric fabric needle which effectively prevents skipped stitches 18 e Blind Hemming Machine Setting Stitch Length y he nnn Xu How to Fold the Fabric gt 0 4 to 0 7 cm 0 4 to 0 7 cm 5 32 t 9 32 5 32 to 9 32 A F Wrong side of fabric of fabric Light weight fabric Heavy weight fabric On heavy weight fabrics that ravel
14. liance with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not use outdoors Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxigen is being administered To disconnect turn all controls to the off o Position then remove plug from outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break Do not use bent needles Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break Switch the sewing machine off o when making any adjustment in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bob and the like or Changing presser foot 15 16 17 Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustment mentioned in the instruction manual Operate sewing machine only when mounted in sewing machine table case and the like See the Installation Instructions Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outle
15. m ripper Lint brush m lil Bobbins Set of needles Oil E Zipper foot D Hemmer foot C Overedge foot RONAN MOS SY OSS J Sliding buttonhole foot G Blind stitch foot e How to Install the Spool Pin Set screws XN we Spool pin and two set screws are separately packed to prevent damage in transit Therefore attach the holder of spool pin in place with a screw driver as shown in the figure e Fundamentals of Operation For Your Safety 1 While in operation always keep your eyes on the needle and do not touch any moving parts such as the take up lever balance wheel or needle 2 Always turn off the machine and unplug from the power supply When making any adjustment in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle or threading bobbin and the like After using the machine When leaving the machine for any period of time When attaching or removing parts When cleaning the machine 3 Do not place anything on the foot control except for your foot Before Using the Machine e Wipe the machine with a clean cloth to remove any dust or oil e To replace presser foot or needle follow the guides in the instruction book e When setting the machine for sewing test the stitches on a small piece of the fabric with the threads that will be used for actual sewing For Longer Life of the Machine e Do not expose the machine to the sun for long periods of time
16. or some time apply a few drops of kerosene at the oiling points and run the machine rapidly for a minute Before oiling wipe off the oiling points Remove the two screws and take off the top cover Apply a few drops of fine quality sewing machine oil to the points indicated by the arrows in the figures e Trouble Shooting The machine does not run smoothly and is noisy 1 Threads have been caught in hook mechanism 2 The feed dog is packed with lint The needle thread breaks The bobbin thread breaks The needle thread is not threaded properly The needle thread tension is too tight The needle is bent or blunt The needle is incorrectly inserted The fabric is not being drawn to the back when sewing is finished The thread is either too heavy or too fine for the needle See Pages 26 27 See Page 12 See Page 13 See Page 6 See Page 7 See Page 17 See Page 6 The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder Lint has been collected in the bobbin holder and or tension spring The bobbin does not rotate smoothly The needle breaks Skipped stitches 1 The needle is incorrectly inserted 2 The needle is bent or blunt 3 The needle clamp screw is loose 4 The tension of the needle thread is too tight The fabric is not drawn to the back when sewing is finished 6 The needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn 7 The pattern selector dial had been turned while th
17. p the machine when it has made a few turns and cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin ee s Depress the foot control again and wind the thread until the bobbin stops Move the bobbin winder spindle to its original position left and cut the thread Push in the clutch knob to engage clutch Draw the thread from the spool Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide The machine will not sew until the clutch knob is pushed in 10 e Inserting the Bobbin Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder as the thread end unwinds clockwise Guide the thread into the notch A on the front side of the bobbin holder Draw the thread to the left sliding it between the ten sion spring blades Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into notch B Pull out about 15 cm 6 of thread Close the slide plate Check the threading by referring to the chart shown on the slide plate Threading chart X S 11 e Threading the Machine Raise the thread take up lever to its highest position by turning the balance wheel towards you Raise the presser foot with the presser foot lifter and pass the thread in the order from O to Draw thread into thread guide using both hands While holding thread near spool draw thread down into the tension area and then around the check spring holder Firmly draw thread up an
18. right hand side E Zipper Foot e To sew on the right side of the zipper attach the presser bar to the left pins on the zipper foot To Sew Zipper teeth Reset stitch length at 2 and top 0 2 9 3cm thread tension at 2 to 6 Zipper tape Fold back the left seam allow lt ance as shown Bottom Tum under the right seam alow fone ance to form a 0 2 to 0 3 cm fold Place the zipper teeth next to Baste the zipper opening with stitch length at 4 and top O the 0 2 to 0 3 cm fold and pin in thread tension at 3 22 place Bottom side of fabric OLO Top side of fabric Bottom side of fabric Attach the presser bar to the right pins on the zipper foot Lower the zipper foot on the top side at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fold and the zipper tape Sew through the fold and the zipper tape to the point where the slider begins Lower the needle to hold the fabric and raise the presser foot Open the zipper Lower the presser foot and stitch the rest of the seam Close the zipper and turn the fabric top side up M Remove the zipper foot and attach the presser bar to the left pins on the zipper foot Stitch across and below the botom of the Zipper Turn the corner and con tinue to guide the foot along the zipper teeth as shown Stitch through the fabric and
19. t only See the Grounding Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock This Product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances DANG E R Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock The conductor having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the product if if will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ESSENTIAL PARTS Nameg OR RIS aeiaai a Standard Accessories How to Install the Spool P Fundamentals of Operation SECTION Il GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Machine to the Pow
20. trated to reduce bulk 25 SECTION IV CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE Before cleaning unplug your machine and raise the needle e Cleaning the Bobbin Holder While pushing the front end of slide plate slide it toward you as far as it will go Take out the bobbin and remove lint with lint brush You may use vacuum cleaner Insert the bobbin Close the slide plate e Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Remove the needle and presser foot Remove the needle plate by unscrewing its set screw with a screw driver Take out the bobbin Lift up the front end of bobbin holder to remove it Brush off the lint on the feed dog Wipe the hook race with a soft dry cloth Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush and a soft dry cloth e Resetting the Bobbin Holder and Needle Plate Line up the triangle marks and position the bobbin holder so that the notch fits next to the stopper in the hook race Put the bobbin in Attach the needle plate with set screw Insert the needle and attach the presser foot 2 7 e Oiling the Machine Unscrew and remove the face plate Apply a few drops of fine quality sewing machine oil to the points indicated by the arrows in the figures For a machine in constant use oil two or three times a year In case the machine does not work smoothly due to standing idle f
21. wers your presser foot lt To Detach gt Remove the thumb screw by turning the screw counter clockwise with the screwdriver Presser foot lifter Foot holder gt Finger guard See i N SS Thumb screw lt To Attach gt Match the hole in the finger guard and the foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar Fit the thumb screw into the hole Tighten the screw by turning it clockwise e To Snap the Presser Foot On and Off Press the red button on the back of the foot holder The presser foot will drop off Place the presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder Lower the presser foot lever to lock the foot in place s e Removing the Bobbin Gently push slide plate down and slide it towards you Lift out the bobbin as shown e Setting Spool Turn the spool pin Set the spool from the bottom end of the spool pin as illustrated Return the spool pin to its original position e Winding the Bobbin Bobbin inde nr aretha Pull the clutch knob away from the machine to disengage clutch Insert the thread through the hole in the bobbin from inside to outside as shown Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle and push it to the right Bobbin winder thread guide While holding the free end of the thread with your hand depress the foot control Sto
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