Husqvarna E20 Sewing Machine User Manual
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1. Making a Buttonhole 1 Using tailor s chalk mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric Attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selector dial to 2 Set stitch length dial to www Adjust stitch width to desired width for narrow buttonhole and 5 for wide buttonhole Lower the presser foot aligning the marks on foot with the marks on the fabric A The front bar tack will be sewn first Open the button plate and insert the button B Lower the buttonhole lever and gently push it back C While lightly holding the upper thread start sewing Buttonhole stitching is done in the order shown in the diagram D Stop the machine when the buttonhole is sewn Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics E When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric hook heavy thread or cord under the buttonhole foot When the buttonhole is sewn the satin columns will sew over the cord 1 Mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric with the tailor s chalk attach the buttonhole foot and set the pattern selector dial 2 Hook the heavy thread onto the back of the buttonhole foot then bring the two heavy thread ends to the front of the foot insert them into the grooves and temporarily tie them there 3 Lower the presser foot and start sewing Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread 4 Once sewing is completed gently pull the heavy thread to remove any slack then trim off the excess LEF2. BY HUSQVARNA VIKING USER S GUIDE This houshold sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC EN 60335 2 28 UL1594 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock e A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning e Always unplug before relamping Replace bulb with same type rated 10 Watt 110 120V 15 Watt 220 240 WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children and infirm persons e Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual e Never operate this sewing 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 sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment e Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation
3. 2 Stretch overlock Set stitch length to S For fine knits jerseys neck edges ribbing 3 All overlock stitches are suitable for sewing and finishing overcasting edges in one step When overcasting the needle should just go over the edge of the fabric jE Attention Use new needles or ball point needles or stretch needles 24 BLIND For hems in curtains trousers skirts etc A A Blind hem for woven fabrics Position on selection dial Awe Blind hem for stretch fabrics Position D on selection dial Set the machine as illustrated Note It takes practice to sew blind hems Always make a test on scraps Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong side up 1 Place the fabric under the foot Turn the handwheel towards you by hand until the needle swings fully to the left It should just pierce the fold of the fabric If it does not adjust the stitch width accordingly 2 Adjust the guide 3 by turning the knob 4 so that the guide just rests against the fold Sew slowly by pressing the foot control lightly Guide the fabric along the edge of the guide Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot Stitch pattern 25 ONE STEP BUTTONHOLES 26 to x Set stitch length dial to Buttonhole sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results Always sew a practice buttonhole on a sample of your fabric and interfacing
4. 8 CRANGING THE 0S Aare ener tee eet ni ener ee E eee 9 TWO STEP PRESSER FOOT 10 ADJUSTING THE PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE 10 PRESSER FOOTORANR eer EEE 11 WINDING THE BOBBIN 12 INSER HNG THE BOBBIN ee nen 13 CHANGING THE NEEDLE SYSTEM 14 THREADING THE UPPER THREAD one ee ee eee ee ee 15 BRINGING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD 16 THREAD 17 RALE OR LOWER THE O 18 REVERE SEWING 19 CHANGING SEWING 19 REMOVING THE FABRIG 19 THE THREAD 19 HOW CHOOSE 20 MATCHING NEEDLE FABRIC THREAD 21 EWIN 22 STRAIGHT STITCHING AND NEEDLE POSITION 23 OVERLOCK SG VG oy ener 24 BME a ON T cee vee eects E 25 ONE eB a at cst eae ace Ee EEr 26 LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE BALANCE FOR 27 28 FS TEP ZIGZAG 29 SELECTION 30 FREE MOTION 31 eee ee aac eee ee
5. of thread loose behind the needle 6 Bring the thread under the presser foot and up into the thread cutter a Spool pin felt BRINGING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD Hold the upper thread with your left hand Turn the handwheel towards you with your right hand until the needle goes down and comes up again to the highest position 1 Pull the upper thread to bring up the bobbin thread The upper thread should have caught the bobbin thread in a loop Pull the needle thread toward you and the bobbin thread will come up from the bobbin in a large loop 2 Pull about 15 cm 6 of both threads away from you under the presser foot THREAD TENSION Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting 4 To increase the tension turn the dial up to a higher number To reduce the tension turn the dial to a lower number A Normal thread tension upper and bobbin thread join in fabric B Thread tension too loose upper thread loops on underside of fabric C Thread tension too tight bobbin thread loops on top side of fabrics RAISE OR LOWER THE FEED DOG For normal sewing keep the feed dog up For free motion embroidery sewing on buttons and darning lower the feed dog 1 Remove the accessory tray 2 Move the drop feed lever to b to lower the feed dog To raise the feed dog move the lever to a
6. openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth e Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle e Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break e Do not use bent needles e Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break e Switch the sewing machine off 0 when making any adjustment the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot etc e Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual e Never drop or insert any object into any opening e Do not use outdoors e Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated e disconnect turn all controls to the off 0 position then remove plug from outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 P RINGIPAL PARTO 4 ROGE SOO 6 SLIDE ON THE SNAP IN ACCESSORY BOX 7 CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO POWER SOURCE
7. 5 For twin needle sewing never set the width wider than 2 5 1 Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches 0 Most zigzag stitches are sewn at 2 5 or below 2 Satin stitch When the stitch length is set between 0 1 the stitches are very close together producing the satin stitch which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches Sewing thin fabrics When sewing very thin fabrics it is suggested that you use Stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric STRAIGHT STITCHING AND NEEDLE POSITION Se Sa Stitch width dial Stitch length dial Stitch display Pattern selector dial Reverse sewing lever Turn the pattern selector dial so that the stitch display shows the Straight stitch position A Generally speaking the thicker the fabric thread and needle the longer the stitch should be Choose your needle position from center position to left needle position by changing the stitch width dial 1 from to 5 23 OVERLOCK STITCHES Seams overcasting visible hems Turn the stitch length dial to 3 or S The stitch width can be adjusted to suit the fabric Double overlock stitch Set stitch length to S For fine knits handknits seams 1 Standard overlock Set stitch length to S For fine knits jerseys neck edges ribbing
8. E Stitch width 3 5 Place patch in position The stitch length can be shortened to produce very close stitches 1 When mending tears it is advisable to use a piece of backing fabric to reinforce The stitch density can be varied by adjusting the stitch length First sew over the center and then overlap on both sides Depending on the type of fabric and damage sew between 3 and 5 rows 2 Sewing elastic 1 Place the elastic on the fabric 2 As you sew stretch the elastic both in the front and behind the presser foot as shown in fig 3 Joining fabric The elastic stitch can be used to join two pieces of fabric together and is very effective when sewing knitted fabrics If nylon thread is used the stitch will not be visible 1 Place the edges of the two pieces of fabric together and center them under the presser foot W 2 Sew them together using the 3 step zigzag stitch taking care to keep the two fabric edges close together as shown in fig 4 A 29 STRETCH STITCH SELECTION Triple straight stitch 1 3 Pattern selector on A For reinforced seams Turn the stitch length dial to S The machine sews two stitches forwards and one stitch backwards This gives triple reinforcement Triple zig zag 2 4 Pattern selector on For reinforced seams hems and decorative seams Turn the stitch length dial to S Adjust the stitch width dial to
9. LEVER When sewing several layers or thick fabrics the presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy positioning of the work A The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre set and usually requires no readjustment for most fabrics light or heavy weight However if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure turn the presser adjusting screw with a coin For sewing very thin fabric loosen the pressure by turning the screw counter clockwise for less pressure on the fabric and for heavy fabric tighten by turning it clockwise for more pressure on the fabric PRESSER FOOT SHANK Attention Turn power switch to before carrying out any of the operations below Attaching the presser foot shank Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lever Attach the presser foot shank b to the presser foot bar a 1 Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank b until the cut out c is directly above the pin d 2 Lower the presser foot shank b and the presser foot f will engage automatically Removing the presser foot Raise the presser foot Release the pressure foot by raising lever e located at the back of the presser foot shank 3 Attaching the seam guide Attach the seam guide g in the slot on the shank as illustrated Adjust the distance as required for hems pleats quilting etc 4 11 WINDING THE BOBBIN Pl
10. ene 32 TIN sat eeepc 33 MAINTENANCE 34 TROUBLESHOO HNG EEEE EEEE 35 PRINCIPAL PARTS N aa Thread tension dial Presser foot pressure Thread take up lever Thread cutter Presser foot Needle plate Accessory box Bobbin stopper 10 11 12 13 14 Stitch length dial Stitch width dial Stitch display Reverse sewing lever Feed dog adjustment lever One step buttonhole lever 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 2 24 25 Handle Bobbin winder Spool pin Handwheel Pattern selector dial Power switch Main plug socket Bobbin thread guide Upper thread guide Presser foot lever Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot 15 16 19 20 21 ACCESSORIES All purpose foot Zipper foot Satin stitch foot Buttonhole foot Quilting foot Free Motion Darning foot Blind hem foot OR Yi 10 11 12 13 14 L screwdriver Seam ripper brush Oil bottle Pack of needles Bobbins Seam guide Spool pin felt 2x SLIDE ON THE SNAP IN ACCESSORY BOX Hold the snap in accessory box horizontal and push it in the direction of the arrow 1 To open lift up at the point of the arrow 2 Treaa aoe CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO POWER SOURCE Caution Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is on O when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing part
11. pucker 2 The stitch length is wrongly adjusted 2 Shorten the stitch length 3 The thread tension is too tight 3 Loosen the thread tension Uneven 1 Poor quality thread 1 Select a better quality thread stitches 2 The bobbin case is wrongly threaded 2 Remove bobbin case and rethread and uneven feed 3 Fabric has been pulled insert correctly 3 Do not pull on the fabric while sewing let it be fed by the feed dogs The machine 1 The machine must be lubricated 1 Lubricate as described is noisy 2 Fluff or oil have collected on the hook or 2 Clean the hook and feed dog as described needle bar 3 Only use good quality sewing machine oil 3 Poor quality oil has been used 4 Replace the needle 4 The needle is damaged The machine Thread is caught in the hook Remove the upper thread and bobbin case jams turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by hand and remove the thread pieces Lubricate as described Please note that on disposal this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical electronic products If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance e Jaded 1 paud 51 5 Ily dno NSA 900 UOHONposd 3 992 18 6 ZIP VSM Group SE 561 84 Huskvarna SWEDEN www husqvarnaviking com
12. Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC 1 Standard sharp needles Sizes Natural woven fabrics wool cotton silk 15 1 thin to large 9 65 to 18 110 etc Not recommended for double knits Natural and synthetic woven fabrics polyester blends Knits polyesters interlocks tricot single and double knits Can be used instead of 15x1 for sewing all fabrics 15 1 705 5 Full ball point needle 9 65 to 18 Sweater knits Lycra swimsuit fabric SUK 110 elastic Leather vinyl upholstery Leaves 130 PCL Leatner needles 12 80 to 18 110 smaller large needle Note 1 Twin needles be purchased for topstitching and decorative sewing 2 When sewing with twin needles the stitch width dial should be set at less than 25 3 European needles show sizes 65 70 80 etc American and Japanese needles show size 9 11 12 etc 4 Replace needle often approximately every other garment and or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches 15x1 705H Semi ball point needle scarfed 9 65 SIN to 18 110 21 ZIG ZAG SEWING 22 Turn the pattern selector dial to Function of stitch width dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 5 however the width can be reduced on any pattern The width increases as you move zigzag dial from 0
13. T AND RIGHT SIDE BALANCE FOR BUTTONHOLE Stitch density on right and left sides of buttonhole can be adjusted with the buttonhole balance control dial near the handwheel This dial should usually be ina neutral position between and If the stitches on the left side of the buttonhole are too close together turn the dial to the left Turning dial to the left makes zigzag stitches in the left column further apart If the stitches on the left side of the buttonhole are too open turn the dial to the right Turning dial to the right brings the zigzag stitches on the left side closer together more dense The stitch on the right side of the buttonhole is set using the stitch length dial 27 ZIPPERS AND PIPING Set the machine as illustrated Pattern selector on A Set stitch length control between 1 4 according to thickness of fabric The zipper foot can be snapped onto the right or left of the shank an kle depending on which side of the zipper you are going to sew 1 To sew past the zipper pull lower the needle into the fabric raise the presser foot and push the zipper pull behind the presser foot Lower the foot and continue to sew is also possible to sew in a length of cord into a bias strip to make piping 2 28 3 STEP ZIG ZAG Sewing on lace and elastic darning mending reinforcing edges Set the machine as illustrated Pattern selector on
14. The feed dog will come up when you start to sew REVERSE SEWING Reverse sewing 15 used for locking the end of seams and where reinforcement is needed At the end of seam press down the reverse sewing lever and touch the foot control lightly Sew a few reverse stitches Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again A Stop the machine at the point where you wish to change directions with the needle in the fabric Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric using the needle as a turning point Lower the presser foot and start sewing in the new direction Turn the handwheel towards you to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position Raise the presser foot and draw the fabric away from you Hold the threads behind the presser foot Using both hands guide them to the slit at the rear of the presser bar and press down to cut the thread You can also use the thread cutter on the side of the machine B HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR PATTERN Stitch width dial Stitch length dial Stitch display Pattern selector dial Reverse sewing lever ob o 20 For straight stitch select pattern A with pattern selector dial 4 Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial 2 You may choose any needle position by turning the stitch width dial 1 For zigzag stitch select pattern B with pattern selector dial 4 Adjust the stitch length 2 and stitch width 1 according to the f
15. YSTEM 130 705 Caution Turn power switch to O before inserting or removing the needle Replace the needle at the first sign of thread breakage or skipped stitches Select the correct type and size of needle for the fabric to be sewn Turn the hand wheel towards you until the needle is at highest position Loosen the needle clamp screw A and tighten again after inserting the new needle 1 The flat side of the needle shaft should be facing toward the back B Push the needle up C into the needle clamp as far as it will go D Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing Replace the needle 2 if it is bent A blunt C or the point is damaged B THREADING THE UPPER THREAD Caution Before threading urn power switch to O Raise the needle bar to its highest position Follow exactly the numbered threading sequence illustrated below If you skip a step or fail to properly engage the thread in any of the thread guides the machine will not sew properly 1 5 1 Place spool on spool pin with felt underneath 2 Bring thread to the left behind and around first thread guide 3 Bring the thread down into the right slot under the guide and up in left slot 4 Bring thread over and forward into the take up lever 5 Slide thread into wire guide above the needle 6 Thread the needle from front to back Leave about 10 cm 4
16. abric being used To obtain any of the other patterns shown in the left row on the stitch selection panel select the letter below the stitch with the pattern selector dial Adjust the stitch length and the stitch width with the control dials according to the result desired To obtain any of the patterns on the right row turn the stitch length dial to S select the pattern desired with pattern selector dial and adjust the stitch width with the stitch width dial MATCHING NEEDLE FABRIC THREAD Needle fabric thread selection guide NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD Lightweight fabrics thin cottons voile silk muslin interlocks cotton Light duty thread in cotton nylon or 9 11 65 75 kni nits tricots jerseys crepes woven polyester polyester shirt amp blouse fabrics Medium weight fabrics cotton satin 80 kettleclote sailcloth double knits lightweight woollens Most threads sold are medium size and 90 2 Medium weight fabrics cotton duck suitable for these fabrics and needle 4 woolen heavier knits terrycloth sizes Use polyester threads on synthetic denims materials and cotton on natural fabrics 1 1 Heavyweight fabrics canvas woolens mare yeah _ the same 16 100 outdoor tent and quilted fabrics denims upholstery material light to medium Heavy woollens overcoat fabrics 18 110 upholstery fabrics some leathers and a aha vinyls Important
17. ace spool on spool pin with spool pin felt underneath a Take the thread from the spool around the bobbin winder tension disc clockwise 1 Thread bobbin as illustrated and place it on the spindel Push the bobbin to the right towards the bobbin winding position 2 Press the foot control gently to wind the bobbin The bobbin will stop winding when it is full Push the bobbin to the left to sewing position and remove it Please Note When the bobbin winder spindle is in bobbin winding position the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn To start sewing push the bobbin winder spindle to the left Sewing position INSERTING THE BOBBIN Attention Turn power switch to O before inserting or removing the bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin the needle must be fully raised the hinged cover 1 Hold the bobbin case with one hand Insert the bobbin so that the bobbin runs in a clockwise direction arrow 2 Pull the thread through the slot down and to the left until it enters the delivery eyelet rectangular opening under the tension spring 3 Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch 4 Insert the bobbin case fully into the shuttle race and release the latch Make sure that the metal finger fits into the notch at the top of the race cover 5 Push on the bobbin case to be sure it is clicked in completely CHANGING THE NEEDLE S
18. between 3 and 5 Triple zig zag is suitable for firm fabrics like denim corduroy etc FREE MOTION DARNING Set the machine as illustrated Move the feed dog adjustment lever to right side to lower the feed dogs 1 Remove the presser foot shank 2 Attach the darning foot to the presser foot bar The lever A should be behind the needle clamp screw B Press the darning foot on firmly from behind with your index finger and tighten the screw C 3 First sew around the edge of the hole to secure the threads 4 First row Always work from left to right Turn work by 1 4 and oversew A darning hoop is recommended for easier sewing and better results 31 DARNING Turn stitch length dial to the desired length Turn stitch selector to straight stitch center needle position Position the fabric to be darned under the presser foot with the underlay fabric Lower the presser foot and alternately sew forward and reverse using the reverse lever Repeat this motion until the area to be darned is filled with rows of stitching ae at QUILTING Set pattern selector as illustrated Insert the quilting guide in presser foot shank and set the space as you desired Move the fabric over and sew successive rows with the guide riding along on the previous row of stitching 33 MAINTENANCE Caution Always make
19. nd around the spool towards the back holder pin 5 Remove the spool and thread again 6 The needle is damaged 6 Replace the needle Lower thread 1 The bobbin case is not inserted cor 1 Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and breaks rectly pull on the thread The thread should pull 2 The bobbin case is threaded incorrectly easily 3 The lower thread tension is too tight 2 Check both bobbin and bobbin case 3 Loosen lower thread tension as described Skipped 1 The needle is not inserted correctly 1 Remove and reinsert needle flat side stitches 2 The needle is damaged towards the back 3 The wrong size needle has been used 2 1 a new needle 4 The foot is not attached correctly 3 Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric 4 Check and attach correctly Needle 1 The needle is damaged 1 Insert a new needle breaks 2 The needle is not correctly inserted 2 Insert the needle correctly flat side to 3 Wrong needle size for the fabric wards the back 4 The wrong foot is attached 3 Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric 4 Select the correct foot Loose 1 The machine is not correctly threaded 1 Check the threading stitches 2 The bobbin case is not correctly 2 Thread the bobbin case as illustrated threaded 3 The needle size must suit the fabric and 3 Needle fabric thread combination is thread wrong 4 Correct the thread tension 4 Thread tension wrong Seams gather 1 The needle is too thick for the fabric 1 Select a finer needle or
20. s Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated 1 2 The power switch is located above the socket Your machine will not operate unless this switch is 1 Sewing light turns on automatically when the main switch is on I To start the machine press on the foot control 3 The speed of the machine is regulated by the amount of pressure put on the foot control Attention Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to power source Unplug power cord when machine is not use The appliance must be used with the foot controller For USA and Canada 110 120V 4 316 For Australia 240V 4C 326G For Europe 220 240V 4C 316C or 4C 326C For the USA and Canada This appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other to reduce the risk of electrical shock this plug will 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 Do not modify the plug in any way CHANGING THE BULB Caution Make sure to disconnect the electrical supply plug from wall outlet before changing light bulb Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts 110 120V 15 watts 220 240V Loosen screw A as illustrated 1 Remove the cover Unscrew the bulb and put in a new one 2 Replace the cover and tighten screw TWO STEP PRESSER FOOT
21. sure the machine is unplugged from the power source and the main switch is on O before inserting or removing any parts and before cleaning Remove the stitch plate Turn the handwheel until the needle is fully raised Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screw with the screw driver 1 Cleaning the feed dog Remove the bobbin case and use the brush supplied to clean the whole area 2 Cleaning and lubricating the hook EE Remove the bobbin case Snap the two hook retaining arms a outwards Remove the hook race cover b and the hook c and clean with a soft cloth Lubricate at the points d 1 2 drops with sewing machine oil Turn the handwheel until the hook race e is in the left position Replace the hook c Replace the hook race cover and snap back the two hook retaining arms Insert he bobbin case and bobbin and replace the stitch plate Important Fabric fluff and threads must be removed regularly Your machine should be serviced at regular intervals at one of our service agencies 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Correction Upper thread 1 The machine is not threaded correctly 1 Rethread the machine breaks 2 The thread tension is too tight 2 Reduce the thread tension lower number 3 The thread is too thick for the needle 3 Select a larger needle 4 The needle is not inserted correctly 4 Remove and reinsert the needle flat side 5 The thread is wou
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