Brother XL-5061 User's Manual
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1. Place the darning plate on the needle plate On a machine equipped with a drop feed Zipper Insertion lever lower the feed dogs by setting the drop feed lever to the up position Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot mm inch mm inch Straight Stitc e I 2 3 Zipper ve Foot position You can use the zipper foot to sew different types of zippers and can easily position the zipper to the right or left side of the needle Stitch Name Put a button between the foot and the fabric When sewing the right side of the zipper attach the and make sure that the needle enters the holes presser foot holder to the left pin of the zipper foot without hitting the button If it hits see step When sewing the left side of the zipper attach the presser foot holder to the right pin of the zipper foot CD Zipper foot Right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper 3 Left pin for sewing the right side of the zipper Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch center needle position 2 5 mm 3 32 Lower the presser foot lever and fix either the left or right pin of the zipper foot onto the shank Remove the material from the machine Cut Fold the edge of the material 2 cm 3 4 and the upper and lower threads and tie both place the zipper under the folded section threads at the back of the material Lower the needle into the notch on either the left or r2. jid me Steadying the Machine Stitch Length Dial Straight Stitch Stretch Blind Hem Stitch Stretch Overlock Stitch Stretch Stitching eire rer erret ree T Tension of the Thread 22 Thread Tension OO 22 Threading Bobbin 5 rtr 15 Threading Needle iere herir tte etn 19 S 26 Triple Stretch Stitch 11 12 13 25 Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch 11 12 13 30 Twin Needle Sewihg a siete e tne ree 21 U Upper Tention Control Dial Upper Threading Using the Needle Threader Ww Winding the Bobbin seen 15 Z Zigzag Presser Foot Zigzag Stitch VAlzggco Zipper 44 gd
3. o Remove the basting if necessary gt Make reinforcing straight stitches at the beginning and the end of the stitching to secure it CAUTION Be careful that the needle does not hit a pin during sewing as the needle can break You may also be injured Monogramming and Embroidering Stitch Stitch Length Width Foot mm inch mm inch Stitch Pattern Preparing for sewing a Monogram and Embroidering o Place the darning plate on the needle plate On a machine equipped with a drop feed lever lower the feed dogs by setting the drop feed lever to the up position Set the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch Draw the lettering for monogramming or design for embroidering on the surface of the fabric Stretch the fabric between embroidery hoops as firmly as possible with the underside of the fabric on the bottom of the inside hoop Put the work under the needle with the presser foot holder assembly removed Sp E XL5000us book Page 37 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 Pull the lower thread up through the work at the starting position by turning the balance wheel and then make a few holding stitches Grip the hoop with your thumbs and forefingers while pressing the fabric with your middle and third fingers and supporting the outside of the hoop with your little fingers Note After sewing without feed
4. vw 4 3 D Makes fine stitches Standard position 3 Makes rough stitches WS Note The dial cannot be turned past Do not forcefully turn the stitch length dial out of the allowable range Reverse Sewing Lever You can use reverse sewing for backtacking and reinforcing seams To sew in reverse push the reverse sewing lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller To sew forward release the reverse sewing lever The machine will then sew forward Drop Feed Lever if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever Use the drop feed lever to raise or lower the feed dogs according to the job that is being done When monogramming embroidering darning or sewing on buttons the feed dogs should be lowered so that the garment will not be fed Up position Feed dogs are down Down position Feed dogs are up S XL5000us book Page 15 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin Only use the bobbin code 54156 SFB XA5539 151 that has been designed for this sewing machine Using of any other bobbin may cause damage to the machine The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from older models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of
5. XL5000us book Page 16 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CAUTION Make sure you follow the instructions carefully If you do not cut the thread completely and the bobbin is wound when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break CAUTION Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen and may break the needle O X E D Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly e 9 Lower Threading CAUTION Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen breaking the needle and resulting in injury X D Wound evenly Wound poorly The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine If bobbins from older models are used the machine will not operate correctly Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type part code SA156 SFB XA5539 151 Actual size 11 5 mm 7 16 CAUTION Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to work you could be injured Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you counterclockwise and raise the presser foot lever Open the shuttle cover behind the extension table on the front of the machine and pull the bobbin case out of the s
6. 129583 001 G X55467 021 SHES Buttonhole foot 1 pc Zipper foot 1 pc Button sewing foot 1 pc Needle pack regular single needle HAX130 3 pcs Twin needle 1 pc Bobbins 3 pcs 7 Screwdriver 1 pc Extra spool pin 1 pc 8 Darning plate 1pc When the machine is not equipped with a Drop Feed X57521 001 130920 021 2 59370 021 59369 321 SA F For 4 Step Buttonhole 6 SA156 For U S A SFB XA5539 151 For other countries 89 XA3442 121 Parts code for zigzag presser foot 138135 122 Foot controller XC7359 021 110 120V areas XC7438 021 220 240V areas XC7456 021 U K XC7455 021 Australia New Zealand The above accessories are stored in the accessory bag inside the extension table These accessories have been designed to help you carry out most sewing tasks IZ e 9 o Connect the power cord plug to the machine XL5000us book Page 6 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE WARNING Use only regular household electricity for the power source Using other power sources may result in fire electric shock or damage to the machine 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 p
7. XL5000us book Page 3 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 2 CONTENTS 3 PRINCIPAL PARTS ACCESSORIES 1 1 7 1 1 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Connecting P Ugs eterni Main Power Sewing Light Switch Foot Controller Inserting the Needle Checking the Needle E Changing the Presser Foot Converting to Free arm Style Steadying the Mach pnt THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dialis sire etr sn Recommended Widths Lengths for Stitches Stitch Length Dial Stretch Stitching iis bs Reverse Sewing Lever 2 Drop Feed Lever if the machine is equipped with a drop feed lever THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the Bobbin Lower Threading EN Upper Threading ses Using the Needle Threader models equipped with a needle threader Quick Thread Setting System FAST START BOBBIN models equipped with a quick thread setting system 20 Drawing up the lower thread 2 Sewing with a
8. XL5050us cover Operation Manual English 885 448 XC6752 021 Printed in China XC6752 021 XL5050 NA03J061 Bk Wp WD 4 XL5000us book Page 1 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine basic safety precautions including the following should always be taken Read all instructions before use DAN G E R 7 To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using it and before cleaning it 2 Always unplug the machine before you change the light bulb Replace the bulb with the same type and rated 15 watts WARN N G 7 To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children 2 Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual 3 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment 4 Never operate the machine with any air o
9. This machine is intended for household use e ha e T We XL5000us book Page 2 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 FOR USERS IN THE UK EIRE MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three pin non rewireable BS plug then please read the following IMPORTANT in the United Kingdom Main supply AC 230 240V 50Hz DO NOT cut off the main plug from the equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power outlet in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power outlet then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If the main plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main power supply IMPORTANT in the other countries If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment it should be cut off and an appropriate three pin plug should be fitted With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug NOTE The plug severed from the main leads must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet In the event that the plug fuse is replaced use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362
10. buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric to observe how the material is fed If the right side of the buttonhole is too coarse or fine adjust the feeding of the material with the Stitch Length Dial Right side Shorter Longer After obtaining a satisfactory feeding on the right side stitch the buttonhole and observe the feeding o If the left side is too coarse or fine compared with the right side adjust the buttonhole fine adjustment screw as described below If the left side is too coarse turn the buttonhole fine adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the direction If the left side is too fine turn the buttonhole fine adjustment screw with a large screwdriver in the direction This adjustment ensures both sides of the buttonhole are the same CD Stitch length dial Buttonhole fine adjustment screw 3 Left side 2 In this case Sewing Buttons Stitch Stitch Pattern Length Width Foot mm inch mm inch Zigza 1 7 Stitch Zigzag 3 Stitch 1 64 1 8 Zigza 5 stitch 1 64 3 16 Measure the distance between the holes and select the appropriate pattern with the pattern selection dial Attach the button sewing foot 33 e ae 19 S a XL5000us book Page 34 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE
11. mtsent 9 G Gathering e 35 H Hole for Extra Spool Pin 2 21 Inserting the Needle cccccssesscccsseveosessesesscesveovesecensonsees 7 L lower Threading lt lt rrt 16 M Main Power and Sewing Light Switch 254 Maintenance 2 22 38 Making a Buttonhole 30 31 Monogramming and Embroidering 36 N Needle Replacement Needle Threader crt Overedge Stitching P Pattern Length 11 Pattern Selection Dial 10 Pattern Width 11 Performance Checklist 40 Presser foot levet ierit eite 4 Presser Foot Replacement 2 8 Principal Parts rtt enn 4 Q Quick Thread setting System 20 R Recommended Widths and Lengths for Stitches 11 Repacking the Machine 42 Reverse Sewing Lever 22 14 S Eris p 27 Scallop Stitehr 11 28 Sewing Buttons 2 2 33 Sewing Light Bulb Replacement 38 43 P gt XL5000us book Page 44 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Sewing Light SWitChy 352 cecinere ttti rete Sewing with a Twin Needle Shell Tuck Stitchy auct Shuttle Hook Removal seem Shuttle Race Cleaning
12. zy 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 17 Stitches 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole 14 15 16 17 313 W 17 Stitches 4 Step Buttonhole 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 v uae A 12 13 14 15 16 17 1 2 3 4 5 N ou ANANI A mm 10 XL5000us book Page 11 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 Recommended Widths and Lengths for Stitches W 21 Stitches 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole Pattern Stitch Name 1 STEP AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE STRAIGHT STITCH CENTER STRAIGHT STITCH LEFT ELASTIC STITCH STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH co N A 9 WV jaw 7770 6 Me SCALLOP STITCH TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH CENTER TRIPLE 2 STITCH TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH gt TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 5 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH un Wiw vi ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH uU X FEATHER STITCH 20 ARROWHEAD STITCH 21 5 DECORATIVE STITCH 3 16 Recommended Length mm inch 1 5 1 64 1 16 1 4 1 16 3 16 1 4 1 16 3 16 Recommended Width mm inch 5 3 16 Page in Instructions 25 34 35 25 34 35 1 7 1 16 3 5
13. 5 Adjusting Buttonholes 2 33 Appliqu s tr tt iieri rin 36 Arrowhead Stitch ect 11 13 29 B Blind Hem Stitch seen 11 12 27 Bobbin Threading sss 15 20 Bobbin Winder e 15 Buttonhole 2 30 31 Buttonhole Fine Adjustment sese 33 B ttonholeSewIng 30 31 Changing Sewing Direction Changing the Light Bulb 2000 Changing the Presser Foot Chart of Sewing Fabrics Needles and Thread Combinations H M 24 Checking the Needle eerte 8 Cleaning M 39 Connecting Plugs Converting to Free arm Style 9 D Darning Decorative Stitch 11 30 Drawing Up Lower Thread 21 Drawing Up the Lower Thread 21 Drop Feed Lever entere tete ens 14 E Elastic Overlock Stitch 11 12 13 29 Elastic SUte hi iet ron iecore SO 11 12 13 28 Eimbroidering 36 Feather Stitch 11 12 13 29 Feed Dogs Cleaning 39 Finishing Sewing mte tenerent recen 26 Foot Controller A Foot Controller Connecting Foot Controller Operating 2427 Free arm Sewing 2 9 Rreg arm
14. Note Models that are equipped with a Needle Threader You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle Instead thread the twin needle by hand from front to back Using the needle threader may damage the machine Tension of the Thread The tension of the thread will affect the quality of your stitches You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread gt We recommend that you sew scrap piece of fabric to check the thread tension before sewing on your project The basic thread tension setting is 5 22 E Possible Problems If the Tension Is Wrong Upper tension is too tight Locks will appear on the surface of the fabric Upper tension control dial Decrease the tension by turning the dial to a lower number Kem Reverse Surface Upper tension is too loose Locks appear on the reverse side of the fabric Upper tension control dial Increase the tension by turning the dial to a higher number D 63a D Reverse Surface NS Note The lower thread tension has been adjusted at the factory for general use For most sewing applications no adjustment is needed When sewing with thin thread on thin fabrics the thread tension cannot be adjusted adequately with the upper tension control dial Instead the thread tension must be adjusted according to the procedure described below Lower tension is too loose Locks appear on t
15. Spool of thread is not correctly installed Lower threading is not correct Lint is clinging to the bottom of the needle plate 18 Needle is bent or not sharp Y Page 8 No The combination of needle size thread size fabric is incorrect Y Page 24 No 40 Y Page 16 No v v CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CEN Page 39 R Threading is not correct Page 16 18 v Threading is not correct Y Page 16 18 No Wrong needle is used EJ 8 r The combination of needle size thread size fabric is incorrect TER Page 24 No FABRIC DOES NOT FEED PROPERLY XL5000us book Page 41 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 NEEDLE BREAKS MACHINE IS NOISY OR SLOW MACHINE DOES NOT START Stitch length dial is set at no feeding Needle is not correctly inserted Lint is clinging to the bottom of the needle plate Power supply plug is removed from outlet Page 14 No Y Page 8 No Y Page 39 No Y Page 6 No The combination of needle size Inferior needle is Insufficient oiling Main power switch is turned thread size fabric used i is incorrect y 24 No Page 8 No Page 38 No Page 7 No Inferior needle is The combination of needle
16. Twin Needle Tension of the Thread E CHART OF SEWING FABRICS NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS 24 Please Read Before Sewing Straight Stitching Zigzag Stitching Blind Hem Stitching Shell Tuck Stitching Elastic Stitching ses ses si mM seeats Overedge Stitching Feather Stitching Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching Decorative Stitching sinh tetti tte cdc Making a Buttonhole 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole Making a Buttonhole 4 Step Buttonhole Adjusting Buttonholes Sewing Buttons Zipper Insertion Gathering Darning Appliqu s tet rre renes Monogramming and Embroidering MAINTENANCE Changing the Light Bulb Qiling iacentes Cleaning Performance Checklist Repacking the Machine j Q Y T d Ril XL5000us book Page 4 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE PRINCIPAL PARTS D Bobbin winding assembly page 15 This winds the thread onto the bob
17. latch levers back to their original positions E Cleaning the Feed Dogs Remove the needle plate by removing the screws with a coin Clean the upper part of the feed dogs and shuttle race body with a brush 39 e T XL5000us book Page 40 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Performance Checklist Whenever sewing difficulties are encountered first review the manual section about the operation that you are performing to make sure you are using the machine correctly If the problem persists the following checklist may help improve the operation If you still have difficulties contact your nearest service center UPPER THREAD BREAKS LOWER THREAD BREAKS SKIPPED STITCHES LOOP IN SEAM FABRIC PUCKERS Upper threading Lower thread is Needle is incor Thread tension is Thread tension is is not correct tangled rectly inserted incorrect too tight Y Y Y Y Page 18 No Page 16 No Page 8 No Page 22 No Page 22 No Bobbin is not Upper thread is threaded properly Inferior needle is tangled in the shuttle used hook M 18 16 8 Upper thread Lower thread 4 tension is too tension is too ODDO tight tight thread size fabric is incorrect Y Page 22 No Y Page 22 No y Page 24 No
18. practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on the actual garment When making buttonholes on soft fabrics place stabilizer material on the underside of the fabric Making a buttonhole is a simple process that provides reliable results Making a Buttonhole Using tailor s chalk mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric Attach the buttonhole foot and then slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot as far back as possible 31 e ae WY XL5000us book Page 32 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE You need to sew the front bar tack first Line the bar tack mark under the center of the presser foot and align it with the two lines on the presser foot Front of chalk mark 2 Red lines CAUTION If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientation the needle may strike the presser foot bending or breaking the needle and causing injuries B Making A Buttonhole Step 1 Front bar tack Set the pattern selection dial to a Lower the presser foot and sew 5 to 6 stitches Stop the machine when the needle is at the left side of the stitches and then raise the needle from the material Step 2 Left side Turn the pattern selection dial to b Sew the predetermined length of the tailor s chalk line Stop the mac
19. size used thread size fabric is incorrect v Page 8 No Page 24 No Thread is tangled Fabric is pulled excessively Let the feed dogs move the fabric Do not pull the fabric Page 18 pe Feed dogs are lowered Page 14 No v v v CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER No Foot controller is not used correctly 7 The bobbin winding shaft is slid toward the bobbin presser Y Page 15 No 41 l ail e T is S E XL5000us book Page 42 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Repacking the Machine Keep the carton and packing materials for future use You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired or wish to move the machine If you do not pack it properly or do not use the right packing material the machine could be damaged Please follow the diagram below for repacking IMPORTANT This packing material is designed to prevent damage Save this packing material if you need to move the machine or take or send this machine to be repaired 42 T T We XL5000us book Page 43 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM INDEX Numerics 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole 4 5 11 12 30 4 Step Buttonhole 2 5 13 31 A Yes ri eL
20. 1 8 5 3 16 3 5 1 8 5 3 16 5 3 16 26 33 36 26 33 36 26 33 36 1 64 1 8 2 5 1 64 3 32 1 5 3 16 1 64 1 16 1 5 3e 1 64 1 16 m 25 5 3 32 1 7 joe 1 16 5 3 32 3 5 1 8 5 3 32 ae 5 3 32 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Fixed 2 5 3 32 Fixed 2 5 3 32 18 Yi 6 5 3 16 3 16 l XL5000us book Page 12 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE e je 17 Stitches 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole Recommended Recommended Pattern Stitch Name Width Length mm mm inch 1 STEP AUTOMATIC 1 5 BUTTONHOLE 6 1 64 1 16 STRAIGHT STITCH 1 4 CENTER 1 16 3 16 SUR TEE oe 1 4 ZIGZAG STITCH mte mn 6 26 33 36 d 2 4 4 26 33 one 35 36 2 E BLIND STITCH 1 64 1 16 3 SHELL TUCK STITCH T 6 1 64 1 8 ELASTIC STITCH 6 582 TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH Instructions 95 25 34 35 N N 5 N 5 3 32 TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH NUT LEFT 5 3 32 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 1 7 Eu 1 16 5 3 32 ixed 5 3 32 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH is 6 E STRETCH OVERLOCK STITCH ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH B 6 N w N N o 12 e XL5000u
21. ading E D Spool pin Tension discs Thread guide Thread take up lever While holding the thread pull it between the A CAUTION tension discs Make sure you thread the machine properly otherwise the thread could tangle and break the needle Set the main power switch to O Raise the presser foot lever and turn the balance wheel toward you counterclockwise to raise the thread take up lever to its highest position Guide the thread to the back of the thread take up lever and around to the left Bring the Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread thread through the slit by pulling it toward on this pin you and into the eyelet CAUTION If the spool of thread is in the wrong place or is set incorrectly the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break D Thread take up lever 18 o Pass the thread through guides D Spool pin Thread guide 3 Tension discs Thread take up lever XL5000us book Page 19 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Bring the thread down and pass it behind the thread guide D Thread guide Thread the needle from front to back and pull out about 5 cm 2 of thread D 5cm 2inch Note If the thread take up lever is lowered the upper thread cannot be wrapped around the thread take up lever Make sure you raise the presse
22. astic Stitch for mending sewing elastic or joining fabric Each is explained below Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Stitch B Mending B Joining Fabric You can use the Elastic Stitch to join two pieces of fabric together In addition it is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics If you are using nylon thread the stitch will not be visible Put the edge of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser foot Sew them together using the Elastic Stitch Make sure you keep the two fabric edges close together Scallop Stitching Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Name Pattern 1 5 1 64 1 16 Scallop Stitch 5 3 16 This machine automatically produces a Scallop Stitch for decorative edging Set the pattern selection dial to the Scallop Stitch Sew the Scallop Stitch along the edge of the material If desired trim around the scallop with scissors to create a scalloped edge Be careful not to cut the thread S XL5000us book Page 29 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Overedge Stitching Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Stretch Overlock 35 Stitch 1 8 Elastic Overlock Stitch Arrowhead Stitch You can use these stitches to join together seams and finish them in one operation The Overlock Stitches are also useful f
23. bin which you use for the lower thread 2 Spool pin page 15 and 18 Holds the spool of thread Bobbin winding tension disc and thread guide page 15 Thread take up lever page 18 Thread cutter page 26 Upper tension control dial page 22 This controls the tension of the upper thread 7 Pattern selection dial page 10 You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch you want Stitch length dial page 14 This controls the length of the stitches Reverse sewing lever page 14 You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction Buttonhole fine adjustment screw page 33 Buttonhole lever 1 Step automatic buttonhole page 30 2 Needle threader page 19 This is only available on certain models 3 Handle Balance wheel Turn toward you counterclockwise to raise and lower the needle Main power sewing light switch page 7 You can turn the main power and sewing light on and off Foot controller receptacle page 6 Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply 2 Presser foot lever page 8 This raises and lowers the presser foot Foot controller page 7 You can use this to control the sewing speed and to start and stop sewing Zigzag presser foot Y T d XL5000us book Page 5 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 l ACCESSORIES For 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole X59375 121
24. d size from the above chart Use the same size thread for the upper spool and lower bobbin threads For clear nylon thread always use needle 90 14 100 16 CAUTION Make sure you follow the needle thread and fabric combinations listed in the table Using the wrong combination for example using heavyweight fabric such as denim with a small needle for example 75 11 may bend or break the needle Also the seam may be uneven the fabric may pucker or the machine may skip stitches T XL5000us book Page 25 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Please Read Before Sewing S CAUTION To avoid being injured watch the needle carefully while you are using the machine Keep your hands away from moving parts Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing otherwise the needle may be damaged and you may be injured Do not use bent or broken needles otherwise you may be injured Take care that the needle does not hit basting pins or other objects during sewing otherwise the needle may break and you may be injured Always use the correct presser foot If you use the wrong presser the needle may hit the presser foot and bend or break and you may also be injured When you turn the balance wheel by hand always turn it toward the front of the machine counterclockwise Turning it the other way may cause the thread to tangle and damage the needle
25. ew using the Straight Stitch at the beginning and end of the zigzag Cut both threads with the thread cutter on the stitches left hand side of the machine D Thread cutter 26 S XL5000us book Page 27 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM SATIN STITCH Setting the Zigzag Stitch length in the range produces a satin stitch close zigzag stitch The satin stitch can be used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches Set the pattern selection dial to the desired Zigzag Stitch set the stitch length in the range Blind Hem Stitching Stitch Length mm inch Stretch Blind 1 5 5 Hem Stitch 1 64 1 16 3 16 You can use the Blind Hem Stitch to finish the edge Stitch Name Pattern Blind Hem Stitch Stitch Width mm inch of a project like the hem of a pair of trousers without the stitch showing Use the Blind Hem Stitch when sewing on non stretch fabrics and the Stretch Blind Hem Stitch for stretch fabrics Both threads should be the same color as the fabric Fold back the hem as shown in fig A Then fold the edge of the fabric as in fig B Leave a 6 mm 15 64 overlap at the edge Set the pattern selection dial to the Blind Hem Stitch or Stretch Blind Hem Stitch and then set the stitch length o Sew on the fold as in fig C When the fabric is unfolded you will have a blind he
26. he presser foot 25 f sp gt 4 XL5000us book Page 26 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM an 7 e KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to its To prepare the machine for the next seam new direction using the needle as a turning pull about 10 cm 4 of thread through the point for the fabric toes of the presser foot toward the back of the machine Top Stitching and Stretch Materials You can use the Straight Stitch for top stitching and sewing lightweight fabrics You can use Triple Stretch Stitch for sewing stretch fabrics Zigzag Stitching Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in the new direction Stitch Stitch Stitch Name Pattern Length Width mm inch mm inch o Stitch to the end of the seam and stop Fixed 1 7 Push the reverse sewing lever and stitch backwards for 1 cm 3 8 from the end of the 0 4 Fixed 3 5 4 Fixed 5 1 64 3 16 3 16 W Finishing Sewing Zigzag Stitch Zigzag Stitch Turn the pattern selection dial to the Zigzag Stitch and then select the stitch length B Removing the Material from the Machine Stop the machine Raise the needle to its highest position and make sure that the thread take up lever is also at its highest position Lift the presser foot and pull the fabric out gently to the left hand side We recommend that you s
27. he surface of the fabric Decrease the thread tension by turning the dial to a lower number If the result is still not satisfactory then adjust the bobbin thread tension as explained below Bobbin Increase the tension in the bobbin by turning the screw with a small screwdriver in a clockwise direction However do not turn the screw more than one full turn Remember to return the screw to its original position before starting your next project XL5000us book Page 23 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 Correct tension Correct tension is important as too much or too little tension will weaken your seams or cause puckers on your fabric D Reverse 2 Surface 23 T is lt l g XL5000us book Page 24 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM an 7 e KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE CHART OF SEWING FABRICS NEEDLES AND THREAD COMBINATIONS 3 Thread Fabric Type Size of Needle Type Size Broadcloth Medium Synthetic 60 80 sei nva fabrics Flannel Silk or 50 80 Gabardine silk finished Lawn Batiste Lightweight Synthetic 60 80 fabrics Georgette mercerized Challis Satin 50 80 30 50 nate Corduro synthetic 90 14 100 16 y mercerized 50 Stretch Jersey Ball point needle fabri Thread for knits 50 60 golden colored ni 751 2014 Synthetic For top stitching mercerized 30 90 14 100 16 XE Note Select the correct needle and threa
28. hine when the needle is at the left side of the stitch and then raise the needle Step 3 Back bar tack Turn the pattern selection dial to c same position as in step 1 Sew 5 to 6 stitches Stop the machine when the needle is at the right side of the stitch and then raise the needle from the material Step 4 Right side Set the pattern selection dial to d 2 Sew the right side until the needle reaches the stitches sewn in step 1 32 Securing the Stitching and Cutting the Buttonhole To secure the stitching turn the material 90 degrees counterclockwise and sew straight stitches to the end of the front bar tack of the buttonhole Remove the material from the machine We recommend that you put pins across both ends of the buttonhole to prevent the stitches from being cut Cut an opening in the middle of the buttonhole with a seam ripper Be careful not to cut through any stitches ES Ju CAUTION When using the seam ripper to open the buttonhole do not put your hand or fingers in the path of the ripper The seam ripper may slip and cause injuries gd gt 4 XL5000us book Page 33 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Adjusting Buttonholes If the stitching on the two sides of the buttonhole is not the same you can make the following adjustments Set the stitch length dial to and sew the
29. huttle race by pulling the latch toward you AD PN A Bobbin case latch Bobbin case finger gt 4 XL5000us book Page 17 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Unwind about 10 cm 4 of thread from a full bobbin and insert the bobbin into the bobbin CAUTION case See fig A 1 Pull the trailing thread A into the slot then down and to the left as To reduce the risk of injury from moving shown in fig A 2 until it enters the delivery parts be sure to turn off the machine eye under the tension spring fig A 3 before servicing it In addition be sure to close the shuttle cover Tension spring CAUTION Make sure you set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the correct direction If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle Holding the bobbin case by the latch fully insert the bobbin case into the shuttle race and release the latch Make sure the bobbin case finger fits into the notch at the top of the race D Bobbin case finger Notch NS Note If the bobbin case is not properly placed back into the machine it will fall out from the shuttle immediately after you start sewing 17 XL5000us book Page 18 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM an 7 e KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper Thre
30. i e carrying the mark rated as marked on the plug Always replace the fuse cover Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLORED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following code Neutral Live Blue Brown As the colors of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or colored black or blue The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or colored red or brown CONNECTING PLUGS AND MAIN POWER SEWING LIGHT SWITCH 1 Connect the three prong plug into the machine 2 Connectthe electrical supply plug into a wall outlet e When leaving the machine unattended the main power switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket outlet The main power sewing light switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off Turn on Turn off e When servicing the machine removing covers or changing bulbs the machine must be unplugged P lt gt T is y
31. ight side of the zipper foot CAUTION Turn the balance wheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser A CAUTION foot before you start sewing If you choose a different stitch the needle will Make sure the needle does not hit the hit the presser foot and break the needle button during sewing otherwise the You may also be injured needle may break and you may be injured 34 XL5000us book Page 35 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Sew from the bottom of the zipper toward the top on both sides The needle should be positioned on the zipper side of the foot for best results To sew the opposite side of the zipper release the foot by raising the lever located at the back of the presser foot position the zipper foot on the other side of the zipper and continue sewing using the notch on the other side CAUTION Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing If the needle hits the zipper the needle may break and you may be injured Gathering Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Straight Stitch 4 Center needle position 3 16 Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch Loosen the tension of the upper thread so that the lower thread lies on the underside of the material Sew a single row or many rows of straight stitches o Pull the lower threads to gather the material ll Darni
32. ing prepare for the next seam by returning the drop feed lever to the down position so that the feed dogs are raised CAUTION Keep fingers away from moving parts especially needles Monogram Sew by moving the hoop slowly along the lettering at a constant speed Secure with a few straight stitches at the end of the last letter B Embroidering Stitch the outline of the design by moving the embroidery hoop Fill in the design alternating from the outline of the design to the inside and from the inside to the edge of the outline until the design is completely filled in Keep the stitching close together gt e You can make long stitches by moving the embroidery hoop rapidly and short stitches by moving it slowly Secure with a few straight stitches at the end of the design CAUTION Keep fingers away from moving parts especially needles 37 T T is lt l g XL5000us book Page 38 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM an 7 e KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE 9 Reattach the face plate and fasten the screw Changing the Light Bulb Remove the power supply plug from the outlet Loosen the face plate screw Oiling Remove the power supply plug from the outlet Remove the needle plate and the face plate and then put 2 to 3 drops of oil at each p
33. m inch Stitch Name Pattern 1 7 Triple Zigza 5 i 5 1 16 Stretch Stitc Fixed 2 5 Triple Zigza Stitch lt 3 32 Stretch Stitc Triple Zigza Stretch Stitch 2 This stitch can be used wherever Zigzag Stitch would be used to sew heavyweight stretch fabrics The Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch can also be used as a decorative top stitch Set the pattern selection dial to the Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitch Decorative Stitching Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Decorative 3 Fixed 2 5 5 Stitch 3 32 3 16 This stitch can be used for decorative stitching 30 Making a Buttonhole 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Pattern 1 5 5 1 64 1 16 3 16 Buttonhole Foot 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole gt We recommend that you practice making a buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric before you try it on the actual garment When making buttonholes on soft fabrics place stabilizer material on the underside of the fabric Making a buttonhole is a simple process that provides reliable results Making a Buttonhole Using tailor s chalk mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection dial to You need to sew the front bar tack first Lower the presse
34. m stitch as shown in fig D D Right side of fabric Wrong side of fabric Note The Stretch Blind Hem Stitch is useful for stretch fabrics Shell Tuck Stitching Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Shell Tuck Stitch IEE 1 64 1 8 3 16 The Shell Tuck Stitch can be used to sew a picot lace like edge on lightweight fabric Set the pattern selection dial to the Shell Tuck Stitch Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normal 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 o Sew at a slow speed 27 e ae WY XL5000us book Page 28 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Elastic Stitching Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Elastic Stitch Set the stitch length dial between and Place the reinforcement fabric under the area you want to mend Following the line of the tear sew using the Elastic Stitch as illustrated Inthe Sewing Elastic Place the elastic on the fabric As you sew stretch the elastic in front of and behind the presser foot 28 2 5 5 1 64 3 32 3 16 You can use the El
35. n the needle may strike the presser foot which may bend or break the needle and cause injury e Converting to Free arm Style Free arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard to reach areas To change your machine to the free arm style lift out the extension table attachment Lift the bottom of the extension table up toward you Q Pull the extension table out to remove it D Extension table Steadying the Machine When the machine is placed on an uneven surface turn the rubber cushion on the front right hand side of the base plate to adjust it until the machine is stable T Sp E XL5000us book Page 10 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE THE CONTROLS Pattern Selection Dial Me NS Note Since the pattern selection dial is not continuous it cannot be turned directly from the last stitch to the first one or from the first stitch to the last one To select the first stitch when the last one is displayed or to select the last stitch when the first one is displayed turn the pattern selection dial in the opposite direction until the desired stitch is displayed To choose a stitch simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction Stitch widths and lengths are shown on the following page D Pattern selection dial W 21 Stitches 1 Step Automatic Buttonhole 10 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 A
36. n using the twin needle make sure the stitch width dial is not set above 3 since this may cause the needle to hit the needle plate and break Do not sew with bent needles The needle could break and cause injuries When using the twin needle make sure you use the zigzag presser foot only Attaching the Twin Needle Attach the twin needle in the same way as a single needle see page 7 The flat side of the needle should face toward the back and the rounded side should face toward you Attaching the Extra Spool Pin Put the extra vertical spool pin in the hole on the top right hand side of the machine Put the second spool of thread onto the extra spool pin D Extra spool pin 21 XL5000us book Page 22 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Twin Needle Threading You should thread each needle separately Threading the Right Needle Follow the same instructions for threading a single needle See page 18 for more details Threading the Left Needle Thread the left needle in the same way that you threaded the right needle using the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin but do not pass the thread through the thread guide above the needle before you pass it through the eye of the left needle D Right needle thread passes through thread guide 2 Left needle thread passes in front of thread guide Thread guide NS
37. ng Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Straight Stitch Center needle position Any e Place the darning plate on the needle plate On a machine equipped with a drop feed lever lower the feed dogs by setting the drop feed lever to the up position Set the pattern selection dial to the Straight Stitch Put the section you want to darn under the presser foot together with a piece of fabric for reinforcement Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder and then lower the presser foot lifter Begin sewing by alternating between gently drawing the work away from you and pulling it toward you Repeat this motion until the darning section is filled with parallel lines of stitching 35 l 2 NY XL5000us book Page 36 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Appliqu s Stitch Length Stitch Width mm inch mm inch a Zigzag Stitch Te 6 2 3 5 Zigzag Stitch 1 64 1 16 1 8 2 2 Zigzag Stitch 4 6 3 16 You can create applique by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration Stitch Name Pattern Baste the cutout to the fabric at the desired location Carefully sew around the edge of the cutout using a Zigzag Stitch with a fine stitch length Cut away any fabric that is left outside the stitching 36
38. of the needle on a flat sur ace as shown zx ESSE cm Ss Replace the needle if it is bent or dull Changing the Presser Foot CAUTION Always turn off the power 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 other any presser feet may cause an accident or injury You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how Snap On Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel toward you counterclockwise and raise the presser foot lever Release the foot by raising the lever at the back of the holder assembly Sp E XL5000us book Page 9 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM 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 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 If the presser foot is not installed with the correct orientatio
39. oint indicated by the arrows Remove the face plate from the machine as shown below Mz NS Note Use only a bulb of the same type and rated 15 W Operate the machine at a fast speed for a short time without thread installed o Replace the sewing light bulb Be sure to wipe any excess oil off the T machine Bulb Loosen Tighten 38 T Sp E XL5000us book Page 39 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Cleaning B Removing the Shuttle Hook Raise the needle to its highest position and unplug the machine Remove the extension table and open the shuttle cover on the front of the free arm Take the bobbin case out of the shuttle race by opening and pulling the latch Slide the latch levers away from the retaining ring to remove it D Retaining ring Latch lever Remove the hook by grasping its center post and pulling it out D Retaining ring 2 Latch lever Hook 4 Driver Race body Note When the needle is lowered the shuttle hook cannot be removed E Cleaning the Shuttle Race Remove any accumulated lint and thread from the retaining ring hook driver and race body with a brush Wipe lint from the shuttle race using a cloth dampened with machine oil Clean the shuttle hook as described in step When reinstalling the removed parts hold the retaining ring in place with the notch at the top while pushing the
40. or fabric You may also be injured Backtacking Straight Stitching Press the reverse sewing lever down as far as Stitch Length Stitch Width possible and then lightly step on the foot Stitch Name Pattern inch Imm controller Sew 5 to 10 stitches in the reverse direction Release the reverse sewing lever and start sewing in the forward direction by pressing the foot controller Straight Stitch Straight Stitch tal et position Triple Stretch Stitch Left needle 3 32 position Triple Stretch Stitch i Center needle 3 32 Starting Sewing You can use reverse sewing for locking the Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the end of seams and where you need to Straight Stitch or Triple Stretch Stitch strengthen a stitch Raise the needle to its highest position and lift CAUTION the presser foot lever Make sure the needle does not hit a pin Pull up the lower thread by turning the or any other object during sewing The balance wheel toward you counterclockwise and place both the upper and lower threads behind the presser foot thread could tangle or the needle could break You could also be injured B Changing Sewing Direction Put the fabric under the presser foot and position the needle 1 cm 3 8 from the edge With the needle still in the fabric stop the of the fabric machine at the point where you want to change the sewing direction O Lower t
41. or sewing stretch materials while the Arrowhead Stitch is ideal for sewing the edge of a blanket Fixed 2 5 3 32 5 3 16 Set the pattern selection dial to the Elastic Overlock Stretch Overlock or Arrowhead Put the fabric under the presser foot so that the seamline or arrowhead point is approximately 3 mm 1 8 to the left of the center of the presser foot This stitch works best with a seam allowance of approximately 6 mm 1 4 as this allows the right zigzag side of the stitch to overlock the cut edge of the fabric If the seam allowance is wider than the stitch pattern trim away any excess fabric after stitching A finished Elastic Overlock Stitch is shown in the diagram below Feather Stitching Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Name Pattern Fixed 2 5 5 Use the Feather Stitch as a decorative top stitch when hemming blankets tablecloths or draperies or when embroidering Set the pattern selection dial to the Feather Stitch Place the fabric right side up and sew 1 cm 3 8 from the edge of the fabric o Trim close to the stitching The stitch will prevent the fabric from unravelling 29 e P ae 19 S a XL5000us book Page 30 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Triple Zigzag Stretch Stitching Stitch Length mm inch Stitch Width m
42. oward you The hook will pull the thread through the needle Hook 2 Thread Raise the needle threader lever and pull out about 5 cm 2 of thread through the needle toward the back of the sewing machine CAUTION The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75 11 100 16 Check the table on page 24 for the appropriate needle and thread combinations If you are using transparent nylon mono filament thread you can only use needles in the range of 90 14 100 16 You cannot use the needle threader if you are using decorative threads or speciality needles such as the twin needle and wing needle If you are using these types of threads or needles thread the needle by hand Make sure the main power switch is off when threading the needle by hand Quick Thread Setting System FAST START BOBBIN models equipped with a quick thread setting system This new system allows you to start sewing immediately after inserting the bobbin without pulling up the lower thread You can however draw up the lower thread as explained in Drawing up the lower thread if you wish Set the main power switch to O Hold the end of the bobbin thread and insert the bobbin case into the shuttle D Bobbin case 2 Shuttle Close the shuttle cover while pulling the thread through the slit in the cover D Shuttle cover Q Slit Slide the thread down to the bottom of the slit pull it
43. ower fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms CAUTION 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 Connecting Plugs Connect the power supply plug to a wall outlet Y is S XL5000us book Page 7 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 Note When leaving the machine unattended the main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket outlet When servicing the machine removing covers or changing bulbs
44. penings blocked Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth 5 Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not use outdoors 7 Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered 8 To disconnect the machine set the main switch to the O position which represents off and then remove the plug from the outlet 9 not unplug by pulling on the cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord 10 Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the machine needle 11 Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break 12 Do not use bent needles 13 Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break 14 Switch the machine to the O position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading the needle changing the needle threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot 15 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual 16 This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision 17 Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
45. r foot lever and the thread take up before you feed the upper thread If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems Using the Needle Threader models equipped with a needle threader Set the main power switch to O Q Lower the presser foot lever Turn the balance wheel toward you counterclockwise until the bottom of the needle holder aligns with the bottom of the needle threading hook holder D Needle holder Needle threader lever 8 Hook holder Align NS Note When you use the needle threader make sure to align the bottom of the needle holder with the bottom of the holder for the needle threading hook before lowering the needle threader lever otherwise the hook may be damaged While lowering the needle threader lever hook the thread onto the guide D Needle holder Needle threader lever 9 Guide Pull down the needle threader lever as much as possible and then turn the lever toward the back of the machine away from you Make sure that the hook passes through the eye of the needle and grabs the thread Hold the thread in front of the needle to make sure that the hook grabs it 19 e 3m WD NY XL5000us book Page 20 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding the thread turn the needle threader lever toward the front of the machine t
46. r foot to align the marks on the foot with the mark on the fabric o Open the button plate and insert the button D Starting mark on the fabric Marks on the foot Button plate S XL5000us book Page 31 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Lower the buttonhole lever and push it back slightly While gently holding the upper thread start the machine The bar tacks of the buttonhole are sewn in the order shown Stop the machine when buttonhole stitching is finished B Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric the buttonhole stitching is sewn over a gimp thread Using tailor s chalk mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric and then attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selection dial to Hook the gimp thread onto the back end of the buttonhole foot bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot insert them into the grooves and then temporarily tie them there Lower the presser foot and start sewing Once sewing is completed gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack and then trim off the excess 2 Making a Buttonhole 4 Step Buttonhole Stitch Width mm inch Stitch Length mm inch Foot Pattern a c sb 1 5 5 1 64 1 16 3 16 Buttonhole Foot 4 Step Buttonhole gt We recommend that you
47. s book Page 13 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 17 Stitches 4 Step Buttonhole Recommended Recommended Pattern Stitch Name Width Length mm inch mm inch 5 1 5 4 STEP BUTTONHOLE 3 16 1 64 1 16 Page in Instructions 1 7 4 ZIGZAG STITCH 1 16 1 64 3 16 26 33 36 3 5 0 4 ZIGZAG STITCH 1 8 1 64 3 16 26 33 36 5 4 ZIGZAG STITCH 3 16 ies aie 26 33 36 STRAIGHT STITCH CENTER STRAIGHT STITCH 14 LEFT 1 16 3 16 25 34 35 1 5 STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH 3 16 1 64 1 16 SHELL TUCK STITCH 2 3 3 16 1 64 1 8 14 1 16 3 16 25 34 35 w VV Ww 7708 7 0 AK AAA 2 2 5 ELASTIC STITCH 39 s TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 1 7 Fixed 1 16 2 5 3 32 TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH 3 5 Fixed 1 8 2 5 3 32 5 Fixed TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH ane ar Es N Fixed 2 5 3 32 w TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH CENTER TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH Fixed LEFT 2 5 3 32 Fixed ARROWHEAD STITCH 3 16 2 5 3 32 ELASTIC OVERLOCK STITCH D 3 16 2 5 3 32 5 Fixed FEATHER STITCH 3 16 2 5 3 32 A N VVV AAA 9990 AW 13 Ril e p WD 4 XL5000us book Page 14 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Stitch Length Dial Depending on the selected stitch you may need to adjust the sti
48. tch length for best results The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent the stitch length in millimeters mm 1 25 THE HIGHER THE NUMBER THE LONGER THE STITCH With the 0 setting material is not fed This is used when sewing on a button The range is for making a satin stitch close zigzag stitch which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches The position needed for making the satin stitch varies according to the material and thread being used To determine the exact dial position first test the stitch and length settings on a scrap piece of fabric to observe the feeding of the material D Stitch length dial Longer 3 Shorter CAUTION If the stitches are bunched together lengthen the stitch length and continue sewing Do not continue sewing without lengthening the stitch length otherwise the needle may break and cause injury Stretch Stitching E Selecting a stretch stitch Setting the stitch length dial to changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch E Adjusting the stretch stitching The machine is adjusted at the factory so that the stretch stitching can be sewn with the stitch length dial set to standard position If different types of fabric or thread are used or the pattern does not have the correct shape turn the dial toward either or to adjust the stitch 14 Ril WW
49. the machine must be unplugged For U S A only This appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not modify the plug in any way Main Power Sewing Light Switch This switch turns the main power and sewing light on or off D Turn on toward the I mark Turn off toward the 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 You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use CAUTION Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to build up on the foot controller otherwise a fire or an electric shock could occur YS Note For U S A only Foot Controller Model KD 1902 This foot controller can be used with Models XL 5050 XL 5060 XL 5070 XL 5051 XL 5061 XL 5071 Inserting the Needle CAUTION Turn the main power switch off before you change the needle If you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller the machine will start and you may be injured Onl
50. the same type part code SA156 SFB XA5539 151 Actual size 11 5 mm 7 16 Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disc 0 Bobbin winding tension disc 2 Bobbin winding shaft CAUTION If the spool of thread is not in the right place the thread may tangle on the spool pin Pass the end of the thread through the hole on the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winding shaft and slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right Turn the bobbin clockwise by hand until the spring slides into the slit D Spring Q Slit While holding the end of the thread gently press the foot controller to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times Then stop the machine E 9 Trim the excess thread above the bobbin and continue winding the thread onto the bobbin by pressing the foot controller Note The machine stops automatically when the bobbin is full After the machine stops cut the thread slide the shaft to the left and then remove the bobbin W Note The needle bar does not move after the bobbin winding shaft is slid to the right Immediately after winding the bobbin it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or turning the balance wheel 15 e ae S e
51. up and then cut it on the cutter to complete the lower threading Pull out about 15 cm 6 of the upper thread as usual and then pull it between the toes of the presser foot and straight toward the back of the machine Start sewing as usual It is not necessary to draw up the bobbin thread Refer to page 21 S XL5000us book Page 21 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 AM Drawing up the lower thread Raise the presser foot and the needle to their highest positions While lightly holding the end of the upper thread slowly turn the balance wheel to the front counterclockwise once by hand to lower then raise the needle The upper thread should have caught the lower thread in a loop Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower thread D Upper thread Lower thread loop Pull out about 15 cm 6 of both threads and put them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot The upper thread should pass between the toes of the presser foot D Upper thread Lower thread e Sewing with a Twin Needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches CAUTION Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine part code X57521 001 Other needles could break and damage the machine Whe
52. y use sewing machine needles for home use Other needles may bend or break and cause injury Never sew with a bent needle A bent needle will easily break and cause injury Remove the power supply plug from the electrical outlet ae NI WZ XL5000us book Page 8 Tuesday November 11 2003 9 25 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Raise the needle bar to its highest position Q Lower the presser foot If a needle is already installed remove it by loosening the needle clamp with a screwdriver and pulling the needle down D Screwdriver Do not use extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged With the flat side of the needle toward the back of the machine insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper Tighten the needle clamp D Screwdriver Needle stopper 3 Needle CAUTION Make sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver If the needle is not in fully or if the needle clamp screw is loose the needle may break or the machine may be damaged Checking the Needle The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing To check if the needle is bent place the flat side
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