English882-U60XE0783-001Printed in TaiwanOperation Manual 882-U60Operation ManualComputerized Sewing and Quilting MachineGetting ReadySewing BasicsUti
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS9NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSMachine Front Viewa Top coverOpen the top cover to thread the ma
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches993hClose the zipper, turn the fabric over so that the surface faces up, and then baste the other side of the zippe
SEWING THE STITCHES100
Chapter 44Character/Decorative StitchesSELECTING STITCH PATTERNS...102 Stitch Selection Screens
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS102SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Stitch Selection ScreensPress to display the screen shown below.Press to display the previo
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1034Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7 mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS104bPress to display a selection screen of characters, and then select a character. Repeat this step until you have selecte
SEWING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1054SEWING STITCH PATTERNSSewing Attractive FinishesBasic SewingaSelect a stitch pattern.bAttach pr
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS106ePress the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine, and then press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reinforce
SEWING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1074dPress .If the pattern is bunched together: Press in the FINE ADJUST VERTI. display.Each pres
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS108EDITING STITCH PATTERNSUsing the editing functions, you can change the patterns in a variety of ways, such as resizing them
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS10Needle and Presser Foot Sectiona Buttonhole leverLower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and ba
EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1094Changing the Pattern SizeAfter selecting a stitch pattern, press until the desired size is s
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS110Selecting a Single/Repeating PatternPress to select whether the pattern is sewn repeatedly or once.Changing the Thread Den
EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1114Returning to the Beginning of the PatternWhen sewing character/decorative stitches, you can re
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS112COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSYou can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches, sa
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1134dPress .ePress .fTo repeatedly sew the pattern combination, press so that it appears as .
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS114Combining Stitch Patterns of Different SizesExample:aPress .bPress .→ The larger size pattern appears.cPress again, and
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1154Combining Stitch Patterns of Different OrientationsExample:aPress .bPress .cPress again,
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS116Combining Stitch Patterns of Different LengthsaPress .bPress , and then press once so that it appears as .→ The patter
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative Stitches1174Creating Step Patterns (7 mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)Stitch patterns that are shifted to
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS118 Examples of Pattern Combinations→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→→ →→
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS11Operation Buttonsa “Start/Stop” buttonWhen this button is pressed, the machine sews a few stitches at a lo
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1194USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONStitch Data PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION120bPress . * Press to return to the previous screen without saving the stitch pattern.→ The “Saving” screen appears. When
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1214dPress . * If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press .→ The old stitch pattern i
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION122cPress .→ Press to return to the previous screen without saving the stitch pattern.→ The stitch pattern is temporarily s
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative Stitches1234cPress .* Press to delete the stitch pattern.→ The selected stitch pattern is retrieved a
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION124eSelect a stitch pattern to be retrieved.* Press to view the entire stitch pattern. * Press to return to the previous
Chapter 57MY CUSTOM STITCHDESIGNING A STITCH...126 Examples of Custom Stitches ...
DESIGNING A STITCH126DESIGNING A STITCH By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function, you can register stitches you have created yourself.aDraw the stitch
DESIGNING A STITCHMY CUSTOM STITCH1275 Examples of Custom StitchesStitch12345678910111213141501218222321171412963136003610131413111314131063Stitch 16
ENTERING STITCH DATA128ENTERING STITCH DATA Key Functionsa This area displays the stitch being created.b Displays the number of the present set poin
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS12 How to Assemble the Spool StandaFully extend the telescopic thread guide shaft,and then rotate the shaft
ENTERING STITCH DATAMY CUSTOM STITCH1295aPress .bPress .cUse to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet. → Press to chang
ENTERING STITCH DATA130hPress .iIf necessary, adjust any settings, such as the stitch width and stitch length.* Press to return to the stitch sele
ENTERING STITCH DATAMY CUSTOM STITCH1315 Moving Part or All of the Design aPress or to move to the first point of the section that you want to
ENTERING STITCH DATA132 Inserting New Points aPress or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point.* To move to the fi
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHESMY CUSTOM STITCH1335USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHESSaving Custom Stitches in the Machine’s Memory Stitch patterns created usi
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES134bSelect a custom stitch to be deleted. * Press to view the entire custom stitch. * Press if you do not want to dele
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHESMY CUSTOM STITCH1355Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine’s MemoryaPress .→ The pocket selection screen appears.bSe
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES136
Chapter 69AppendixCARE AND MAINTENANCE...138Cleaning the LCD ...
CARE AND MAINTENANCE138CARE AND MAINTENANCECleaning the LCDIf the surface of the LCD is dirty, lightly wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Do not use organ
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS13fWith the lower part of the stand between the handle and machine, slide the spool stand to the left so tha
CARE AND MAINTENANCEAppendix1396iInsert the bobbin case so that the projection on the bobbin case aligns with the spring.a Projectionb SpringjInsert t
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN140ADJUSTING THE SCREENScreen Visibility Is LowIf the screen is difficult to read when the machine is turned on, follow the proced
ADJUSTING THE SCREENAppendix1416cUsing the included touch pen, lightly touch the center of each ×, in order from 1 to 5.* If the buzzer sounds one tim
TROUBLESHOOTING142TROUBLESHOOTINGIf you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do no
TROUBLESHOOTINGAppendix1436High-pitched sound while sewingDust or lint is caught in the feed dogs. Remove the dust or lint. 138Pieces of thread are ca
TROUBLESHOOTING144 CAUTION• This machine is equipped with a thread detection device. If the “Start/Stop” button is pushed before the upper threading i
ERROR MESSAGESAppendix1456ERROR MESSAGESIf the “Start/Stop button” or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed before the machine is corre
ERROR MESSAGES146This message is displayed when is pressed while the presser foot is raised.This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is runni
ERROR MESSAGESAppendix1476 AlarmIf an incorrect operation is performed, the machine beeps two or four times.This message is displayed when the machin
SPECIFICATIONS148SPECIFICATIONSItem SpecificationSewing Machine Dimensions 51.1 cm (W) × 30.5 cm (H) × 25.8 cm (D) (approx. 20-1/8 inches (W) × 12 inc
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS141 2345678 9 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31 32 33 34 35 3637 38 39 4075/11
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREAppendix1496UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREYou can use a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing mac
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE150hWhen the following screen appears, upgrading is completed.iDisconnect the USB cable, and turn the machine off, th
151STITCH SETTING CHARTSTITCH SETTING CHARTNoteWhen using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot “J”.Stitch KeyStitch NamePress
152STITCH SETTING CHARTOvercasting stitch Stretch knit seam5.0(3/16)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 1/4)4.0(3/16)1.0 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOTape attaching Attaching ta
153STITCH SETTING CHARTStitch KeyStitch NamePresser FootApplicationsStitch Width[mm (inch)]Stitch Length[mm (inch)]Twin NeedleAuto Manual Auto ManualS
154STITCH SETTING CHARTOvercasting stitch Reinforcing of medium stretch fabric and heavyweight fabric, decorative stitching5.0(3/16)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 9/32
155STITCH SETTING CHARTQuilting stippling Background quilting7.0(1/4)1.0 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)1.6(1/16)1.0 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOBlind hem stitch Hemming wo
156STITCH SETTING CHARTDecorative stippling stitchDecorative stitching7.0(1/4)1.0 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)1.6(1/16)1.0 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOHemstitching Decor
157STITCH SETTING CHARTHemstitching Decorative hems and bridging stitch6.0(15/64)1.5 - 7.0(1/16 - 1/4)2.0(1/16)1.5 - 4.0(1/16 - 3/16)NOHemstitching De
158STITCH SETTING CHARTButton sewing Attaching buttons3.5(1/8)2.5 - 4.5(3/32 - 3/16)— —NOEyelet For making eyelets, holes on belts, etc.7.0(1/4)7.0 6.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS15No. Part NamePart CodeU.S.A./CanadaOthers1 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-1512 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051
INDEX159INDEXNumerics1/4" quilting foot with guide ...58Aaccessories ...
INDEX160Nneedlechanging the position ... 68fabric/thread/needle combinations ...
English882-U60XE0783-001Printed in TaiwanOperation Manual 882-U60Operation ManualComputerized Sewing and Quilting MachineGetting ReadySewing BasicsUti
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS16Options123No. Part NamePart CodeU.S.A./CanadaOthers1Quilting foot SA129 F005N:XC1948-00221/4” quilting foo
Chapter 11Getting ReadyTURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF...18LCD SCREEN...
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF18TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFFaInsert the power cord into the power cord jack connector, then insert the plug into a wall outl
1IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:Read all instructions
LCD SCREENGetting Ready191LCD SCREEN Display Precautions• Only touch the display with your finger or the touch pen included with the machine. Do not
LCD SCREEN20 Key FunctionsWith your finger or the touch pen, press a key at the top of the display ( ) to change the screen that is displayed.Operati
LCD SCREENGetting Ready211ScreenNo. Key Name Function PagefDrop feed key For free-motion sewing, press this key to lower the feed dogs (free-motion se
LCD SCREEN22Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the needle stop position, turn the buzzer on/off, adjust the pattern or screen, and c
LCD SCREENGetting Ready231Using the Machine Operation Mode Key Basic machine operations and other information based on the contents of this Operation
LCD SCREEN24Example: Displaying information about upper threadingaPress .bPress .→ A list of basic operations appears in the lower half of the screen.
LOWER/UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready251LOWER/UPPER THREADINGWinding the BobbinThis section describes how to wind thread onto a bobbin. With this machine
LOWER/UPPER THREADING26eWhile holding the thread from the spool in your right hand, hold the end of the thread with your left hand, and then pass the
LOWER/UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready271 Winding the Bobbin Using the Spool PinThe main spool pin cannot be used to wind the bobbin while sewing. For de
LOWER/UPPER THREADING28Setting the BobbinThis section describes how to set a bobbin wound with thread into the machine. You can begin sewing without p
2FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLYIf this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.IMPO
LOWER/UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready291bGuide the bobbin thread through the groove, following the arrow in the illustration.cWhile lightly holding the u
LOWER/UPPER THREADING30cPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.dPivot the spool pin so that it angles upward, and then place the spool
LOWER/UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready311jPass the thread through the thread guide disks (marked “7”).* Make sure that the thread passes through the groov
LOWER/UPPER THREADING32Using the Twin NeedleUsing the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch. Although the same bobbin thread
LOWER/UPPER THREADINGGetting Ready331gWhile holding the thread from the spool with both hands, pull the thread through the lower notch in the thread g
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT34CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOTRemoving the Presser FootaPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPress .→ The sc
CHANGING THE NEEDLEGetting Ready351CHANGING THE NEEDLE Checking the NeedlePlace the flat side of the needle on a flat surface (such as the needle pla
CHANGING THE NEEDLE36cUse the included screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward the front of the machine to loosen it, and then remove the ne
CHANGING THE NEEDLEGetting Ready371 About the NeedleThe sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the
SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRIC38SEWING LARGE PIECES OF FABRICThe wide table makes sewing large pieces of fabric easier.aOpen up the legs at the bottom
3Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subj
Chapter 22Sewing BasicsSEWING ...40Sewing a Stitch...
SEWING40SEWINGSewing a StitchaTurn on the machine, and then press the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bSelect a stitch.→ The symbol for t
SEWINGSewing Basics412hTo stop sewing, press the “Start/Stop” button again.iPress the “Thread Cutter” button to trim the threads.→ The needle automati
SEWING42 Using the Knee LifterUsing the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the f
SEWINGSewing Basics432Changing Sewing DirectionStop the machine with the needle in the fabric at the point where you want to change the sewing directi
ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS44ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGSWhen a stitch is selected, the most appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tens
USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics452Adjusting the Thread TensionThe default thread tension, which is automatically set, can normally be used regardless of
USEFUL FUNCTIONS46cPlace the fabric under the presser foot with the needle at the starting point of the stitching, and then press the “Start/Stop” but
USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics472dIf the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed, the machine automatically sews reverse stitches (or reinforc
USEFUL FUNCTIONS48aSelect a stitch.bPress to select the pivot setting.→ The key appears as .cPlace the fabric under the presser foot with the needl
4CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINEYour machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incor
USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing Basics492bPress to display P. 2, and then set the “AUTOMATIC FABRIC SENSOR SYSTEM” to “ON”.cPress to return to the original
USEFUL FUNCTIONS50
Chapter 3aUtility StitchesSELECTING A UTILITY STITCH ...52 Stitch Selection Screens ... 52Selecting a Sti
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH52SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH Stitch Selection ScreensPress to display the previous or next page.Quilting StitchesStraight
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCHUtility Stitches533Selecting a StitchaTurn on the machine, and then lightly press the display.→ Depending on the setting, ei
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH54Using the Sewing Type Selection Key By pressing , a stitch can also be selected according to its desired use. When you ar
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCHUtility Stitches553Example: Displaying information about piecing.aPress .→ The sewing type selection screen is displayed.bP
SEWING THE STITCHES56SEWING THE STITCHESQuiltingYou can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches573Stitch KeyStitch NamePresser Foot ApplicationsStitch width [mm (inch)]Stitch length [mm (inch)]Twin NeedleAuto M
SEWING THE STITCHES58 PiecingSewing two pieces of fabric together is called piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make sure the seam allowan
5HOW TO USE THIS MANUALChapters 1 and 2 describe to the first-time user the initial operations for using this machine and the basic sewing operations.
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches593bUse the guide on the presser foot and the marks to sew accurate seam allowances.Piecing a 1/4 inch seam allowan
SEWING THE STITCHES60dLower the presser foot lever. Tighten the screw securely with the screwdriver.ePlace one hand on each side of the walking foot t
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches613eCheck the needle drop point, and then sew along the edge of the appliqué while making sure that the needle drop
SEWING THE STITCHES62 Free-motion QuiltingFor free-motion quilting, use free-motion quilting foot “C” and free-motion open toe quilting foot “O” depe
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches633fUse both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a regular pace in order to sew uniform s
SEWING THE STITCHES64eHold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver in yo
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches653aPress to lower the feed dogs and to set the machine to free-motion sewing mode.bSelect a straight stitch with
SEWING THE STITCHES66Straight Stitches.NoteWhen using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot “J”.Stitch KeyStitch NamePresser F
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches673aSelect a stitch.bAttach presser foot “J”.cHold the thread ends and the fabric with your left hand, and turn the
SEWING THE STITCHES68 Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only) When you select left or middle (center) needle posi
6CONTENTSNAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS...9Machine ...
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches693cSew while lightly guiding the fabric.dEnd the basting with reinforcement stitches.Darts SeamsaPress , and then
SEWING THE STITCHES70GatheringSew gathers on sleeves, the waist of a gathered skirt, etc.aSelect a straight stitch, and then attach presser foot “J”.b
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches713dLay both seam allowances on the side of the shorter one (cut seam allowance) and iron them flat.a Wrong side of
SEWING THE STITCHES72Zigzag StitchesZigzag stitches are useful for a variety of applications, including overcasting and sewing appliqués and patchwork
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches733 Patchwork (Crazy Quilts)Turn back the desired width of fabric, place it over adifferent piece of fabric, and t
SEWING THE STITCHES74Elastic Zigzag StitchesUse elastic zigzag stitches for a wide variety of applications, including overcasting, tape attaching, and
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches753OvercastingSew overcasting at the beginning and end of seams for skirts or pants, and at the beginning and end o
SEWING THE STITCHES76 Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J”aSelect a stitch, and then attach presser foot “J”.bSew while making sure that the needle dro
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches773 Overcasting Using the Optional Side CutterBy using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the f
SEWING THE STITCHES78dSelect a stitch.eMake a cut of approximately 20 mm (approx. 3/4 inch) in the fabric.a 20 mm (approx. 3/4 inch) fPosition the fab
7123456Chapter 6 Appendix 137CARE AND MAINTENANCE...138Cleaning the LCD...
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches793Blind Hem StitchesSelect a blind hem stitch to sew the hems or cuffs of dresses, blouses, pants, or skirts.aSele
SEWING THE STITCHES80fRemove the basting, and then turn over the fabric.a Wrong side of fabricb Surface of fabric If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fo
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches813 Sewing Sharp CurvesStop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot
SEWING THE STITCHES82bLeave a seam when sewing the scallop stitches so that the pattern is not sewn directly on the edge of the fabric.cTrim along the
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches833ePull the bobbin threads to create the desired amount of gather, and then smooth the gathers by ironing them.fPr
SEWING THE STITCHES84Tape or Elastic AttachingElastic tape is sewn onto the fabric unstretched.aSelect a straight stitch, and then attach presser foot
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches853Heirloom StitchingBy sewing with the wing needle sold separately, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace
SEWING THE STITCHES86aPull out several threads from the fabric to leave a 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) area open.bPress , and then attach presser foot “N”
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches873Buttonhole StitchesSelect the desired buttonhole stitch according to your application and the size of the button
SEWING THE STITCHES88aSelect a stitch, and then attach presser foot “A”.bMark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric.cPull out the bu
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches893fGently hold the end of the upper thread, and then start sewing.* Once sewing is completed, the machine automati
SEWING THE STITCHES90 Sewing Stretch FabricsWhen sewing a buttonhole on stretch fabrics, press or , and use a gimp thread.aHook the gimp thread onto
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches913 DarningUse darning stitches for mending and other applications. Darning is sewn from the front of the presser
SEWING THE STITCHES92dPull down the buttonhole lever.* The buttonhole lever should be positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot, as s
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches933cPosition the fabric so that the opening of the pocket moves toward you during sewing. Hold the outside frame of
SEWING THE STITCHES94Button SewingButtons with 2 or 4 holes can be sewn on.aPress .→ automatically changes to , and the feed dogs are lowered.bRaise
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches953 Attaching a 4-Hole ButtonSew the two holes toward the front. Then, raise thepresser foot, move the fabric so t
SEWING THE STITCHES96dUse the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the stitching.Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch)Us
SEWING THE STITCHESUtility Stitches973gPress , and then sew seam 4.* The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric with your hands to sew straig
SEWING THE STITCHES98 Side ZipperUse for side zippers on skirts or dresses.aPress .* Be sure to select the straight stitch with the middle (center) n
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