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4Hold the needle with your left hand, and then 
use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp 
screw counterclockwise to remove the 
needle.
1Screwdriver
2Needle clamp screw
 Do not use excessive force when loosening 
or tightening the needle clamp screw, 
otherwise certain parts of the sewing 
machine may be damaged.
5With the flat side of the needle toward the 
back of the machine, insert the needle until it 
touches the needle stopper. Next, tighten the 
needle clamp using the screwdriver. 
1Screwdriver
2Needle Stopper
3Needle
Put the twin needle in the same way.
Changing the Presser Foot
You will have to change the presser foot depending 
on what you want to sew and how.
■Snap-on Type
1Raise the needle to its highest position by 
turning the handwheel toward you 
(counterclockwise), and then raise the presser 
foot lever.
2Release the foot by raising the lever at the 
back of the holder.
1Presser Foot
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2
3
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●Make sure you insert the needle until it 
touches the stopper, and securely tighten 
the needle clamp screw with a 
screwdriver. If the needle is not fully 
inserted, or if the needle clamp screw is 
loose, the needle may break or the 
machine may be damaged.
●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 any other presser foot may cause 
accident or injury.
CAUTION
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3Put 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. 
4Lower the presser foot lever and fix the 
presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot 
is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.
1Shank
■Presser Foot Installation Orientation
Flat Bed Attachment
The accessories are stored in a compartment inside 
the flat bed attachment.
1Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 
open it.
1Flat bed attachment
2Storage compartment
Note
●Put the accessories inside a bag, and then 
store the bag inside the compartment. If the 
accessories are not in a bag, they may fall 
out and be lost or damaged.
Using a 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 flat bed attachment.
1Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 
release it.
1Flat bed attachment
●If the presser foot is not installed with the 
correct orientation, the needle may strike 
the presser foot, which may bend or 
break the needle and cause injury.
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THE CONTROLS
Pattern Selection DialTo choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection 
dial in either direction. The next section shows 
recommended stitch lengths and widths. 
1Pattern selection dial
2Chosen pattern number
■35 Stitches (only available on certain models)
■25 Stitches
●When you use the pattern selection dial to 
choose a pattern, turn the handwheel toward 
you (counterclockwise) to set the needle in 
the highest position. If the needle is in the 
down position when you turn the pattern 
selection dial, the needle, presser foot or 
fabric may be  damaged.
CAUTION
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Patterns and Stitch Names
* The stitch can also be sewn when the stitch length dial is set to  .
PatternStitch Name
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))Recommended 
Length
(mm (inch))Instruction
Manual Page
35 Stitches25 Stitches
4-STEP AUTOMATIC 
BUTTONHOLE3-5
(1/8 – 3/16)F- 1.5
(1/64-1/16)34
STRAIGHT STITCH0-5 (0-3/16)
(Changes needle 
position)1-4
(1/16-3/16)27, 37, 38, 41, 
42, 43
ZIGZAG STITCH0-5
(0-3/16)F-4
(1/64-3/16)28, 36, 39, 41
BLIND HEM STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-2
(1/64-1/16)29
SHELL TUCK STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-3
(1/64-1/8)29
ELASTIC STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-2.5
(1/64-3/32)30
STRETCH BLIND HEM 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-1.5
(1/64-1/16)29
STRETCH BLIND HEM 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-1.5
(1/64-1/16)29
ELASTIC SHELL TUCK 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-3
(1/64-1/8)31
DOUBLE ACTION STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-3
(1/64-1/8)31
BRIDGING STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-3
(1/64-1/8)31
RAMPART STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F-3
(1/64-1/8)31
TRIANGLE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16)F- 1.5
(1/64-1/16)33
TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH0-5 (0-3/16)
(Changes needle 
position) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
*27
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
*32
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
STRETCH OVERLOCK 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
31
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
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PatternStitch Name
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))Recommended 
Length
(mm (inch))Instruction
Manual Page
35 Stitches25 Stitches
ELASTIC OVERLOCK 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
31
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
FEATHER STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
32
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
ARROWHEAD STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
31
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
ARROWHEAD STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
31
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
DECORATIVE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
LEAF STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
TREE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
LEGS STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
DECORATIVE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
33
 Fixed
2.5 (3/32)
STRETCH OVERLOCK 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-13/64) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)33
STRETCH OVERLOCK 
STITCH3-5
(1/8-13/64) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)33
SMOCKING STITCH3-5
(1/8-13/64) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)31
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Stitch Length Dial
Depending on the selected stitch, you may need to 
adjust the stitch length for best results.
The numbers marked on the stitch length dial represent 
the stitch length in millimeters (mm) (1/25 inch).
THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE LONGER THE 
STITCH. With the “0” setting, material is not fed. This is 
used when sewing a button.
The “F” 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.
1Stitch length dial
2Shorter
3Longer
PatternStitch Name
Recommended
Width
(mm (inch))Recommended 
Length
(mm (inch))Instruction
Manual Page
35 Stitches25 Stitches
COMB STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)31
COMB STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)31
DECORATIVE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)33
FAGOTING STITCH3-5
(1/8-13/64) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)31
DECORATIVE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)31
DECORATIVE HEM STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)33
DECORATIVE STITCH3-5
(1/8-3/16) Fixed
2.5 (3/32)33
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2
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●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.
CAUTION
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Stretch Stitching
■35 Stitches
Selecting a Stretch Stitch
Setting the stitch length dial to “ ” or “ ” 
changes the selected pattern to a stretch stitch. 
■25 Stitches
Selecting a Stretch Stitch
Setting the stitch length dial to “ ” changes the 
selected pattern to a stretch stitch. 
Stitch Width Dial
The numbers marked on the dial represent the stitch 
width. THE HIGHER THE NUMBER, THE WIDER 
THE STITCH. 
1Stitch width dial
Note
●When the Straight or Triple Stretch Stitch is 
selected, the needle position can be 
changed from left to right by adjusting the 
stitch width dial.
. 
Reverse Sewing Lever
You can use reverse sewing for back tacking 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.
1Reverse sewing lever
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THREADING THE MACHINE
Winding the Bobbin
1Pre-tension disk
2Bobbin winder shaft
1
Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and 
pass the thread around the pre-tension disk.
2Pass the end of the thread through the hole on 
the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin.
3Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft 
and slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 
Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the 
spring on the shaft slides into the groove of 
the bobbin.
1Spring on the shaft
2Groove of the bobbin
●Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that have been designed for this 
sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine.
●We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models, 
the machine will not work properly.  Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or 
bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).
CAUTION
Actual size
This model Other models 11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
1
2
●If the spool of thread is not in the right 
place, the thread may tangle on the spool 
pin.
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4While 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.
5Trim the excess thread above the bobbin.
6Press the foot controller to start.
7When the bobbin seems full and begins 
spinning slowly, take your foot off the foot 
controller.
8Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft 
to the left and remove the bobbin.
Note
●The needle bar does not move when you 
slide the bobbin winder shaft 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 handwheel.
●Make sure you follow the instructions 
carefully. If you do not cut the excess 
thread completely before winding the 
bobbin, when the thread runs low it may 
tangle around the bobbin and cause the 
needle to break.
●Not winding the bobbin properly may 
cause the thread tension to loosen, and 
may break the needle.
1Wound evenly
2Wound poorly
CAUTION
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Lower Threading
 For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see 
page 19.
1Raise the needle to its highest position by 
turning the handwheel toward you 
(counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot 
lever.
2Slide the button and open the cover.
1Cover
2Slide button
3
Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in 
the direction shown by the arrow.
 Only use bobbins that were designed to be 
used with this machine.
 Make sure that the thread is correctly 
inserted through the tension-adjusting spring 
of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, re-
insert the thread.
1Tension-adjusting spring
●Not winding the bobbin properly may cause 
the thread tension to loosen, and may break 
the needle
.
1Wound evenly
2Wound poorly
●The bobbin was designed specifically for 
this sewing machine. If bobbins from other 
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)).
●Make sure you turn the power off while 
threading the machine. If you accidentally 
step on the foot controller and the machine 
starts to sew, you could be injured.
CAUTION
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Actual size
This model Other models 11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
CAUTION
●Make sure you set the bobbin so the 
thread unrolls in the right direction. If 
the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, 
it may cause the thread tension to be 
incorrect or break the needle.
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