INSTRUCTION M A N U A L 624?

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Switch the machine off (O) when making any adjustments in the needle area, such
as threading needle, changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot and
the like.
- Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricat-
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
ing or w h e n making any other user servicing mentioned in the instruction manual.
including the following:
- Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
- Do not use outdoors. Always store the machine indoors.
Read all instructions before using the machine.
- Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
- To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.

DANGER
- Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
- The machine should be disconnected from the electricity supply w h e n not in use.
- If the power cord of the machine is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord
- The machine should never be left unattended w h e n plugged in. by your nearest authorized dealer or service center.

- Always unplug the machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.

"SAVE THESE
- Always unplug the machine before replacing the bulb. Always replace the bulb w i t h
the same type rated 15 Watts maximum.

\ A / A ON I IK \ { ^ T o
reduce the risk of burns, fire, INSTRUCTIONS"
VV/AI \ l Nil N V ^ electric s h o c k or injury to persons:
For U.S.A.
- The foot control type 4C-335B and/or 4C-316B should be used w i t h the machine.
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other).
- Do not allow the machine to be used as a toy. Pay close attention when the machine To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet
is used by or hear children. only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
- Use the machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. the plug in any way.

- Never operate the 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, electrical
or mechanical adjustment.
- Never operate the machine w i t h any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings
of the sewing machine and foot control free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose
cloth.
- Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing
needle and moving blade.
- Do not use bent needles.
- Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
Dear Customer, Cone Holders and Caps 4
Instant Rolled/Narrow Hem Device 4
Needles 5
You have c h o s e n an o v e r l o o k s e w i n g m a c h i n e of t h e h i g h e s t q u a l i t y , w h i c h w i l l Presser Foot Lever 5
m a k e y o u r h o u r s of s e w i n g b e c o m e h o u r s of pleasure a n d r e l a x a t i o n . Snap-on Sewing Foot 5
Threading the Machine
W e c o n g r a t u l a t e y o u o n y o u r c h o i c e a n d h o p e t h a t it w i l l give y o u l a s t i n g Threading the Upper Looper 6
s a t i s f a c t i o n . Before y o u s t a r t t o u s e y o u r m a c h i n e , please t a k e a f e w m i n u t e s Threading the Lower Looper 6
t o s t u d y t h i s i n s t r u c t i o n m a n u a l . You w i l l f i n d t h a t it w i l l a s s i s t y o u in y o u r Threading the Right Needle 7-
c o m p l e t e u n d e r s t a n d i n g of t h e f u n c t i o n s a n d c a p a b i l i t i e s of y o u r o v e r l o o k Threading the Left Needle 7
Changing the Threads 7
machine.
Test Sewing
If y o u w i s h t o o b t a i n m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , please d o n o t h e s i t a t e t o c o n t a c t y o u r 4-Thread Overlook 8
dealer w h o is f u l l y q u a l i f i e d t o a n s w e r y o u r q u e s t i o n s . F u r t h e r m o r e , y o u r Safety Device (Model 6 2 4 ) 8
dealer s h o u l d also be c o n t a c t e d f o r all t e c h n i c a l i n t e r v e n t i o n s w h i c h are u n d e r
Adjustments
w a r r a n t y . T h a n k y o u f o r c h o o s i n g a 6 0 0 series overlooker.
Thread Tensions 9
Stitch Length 10
Kindest regards, Differential Feed (Models 6 2 4 & 614) 10
Cutting Width (Models 6 2 4 & 614) 11
The manufacturer
Foot Pressure 11
Disengaging/Re-engaging the Moving Blade 11

Utility Stitches
3-Thread/4-Thread Overlook 12
3-Thread Rolled/Narrow Hem 12
Decorative Topstitching/Flatlock 13
Sewing Edge-to-Edge 13
Pin-Tucks 13
2-Thread Overcast (Model 624) 13
2-Thread Rolled Hem (Model 624) 14
Household Overlook Sewing Machines Other Sewing Applications
Models 624DSE, 614DE & 604E Turning Outside Corners w i t h o u t Cutting the Threads 15
Overlooking Inside Corners 15
Turning Curved Edges 16
Removing Stitches f r o m Sewn Fabric 16
TABLE OF CONTENTS Sewing Extra Heavy Fabrics 16

Front View & Main Parts Stitch Selection Chart 18-19

Main Parts 2 Maintenance
Front door 3 Cleaning and Oiling 20
Side door 3 Lubrication 20
Changing the Light Bulb 21
Standard A c c e s s o r i e s 3 Replacing the Moving Blade 21
Preparation Minor Disorders 22
Extension Discs 4
Thread Guide Pole 4 Alphabetical Index 23
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FRONT VIEW & MAIN PARTS

Main Parts
© Pressure control knob
@ Left needle thread tension (blue)
@ Right needle thread tension (red)
@ Upper looper thread tension (yellow)
© L o w e r looper thread tension (green)
© T h r e a d guide pole
© T e n s i o n release lever (Model 624)
® Spool pin
© C o n e holder
© Spool pin base
© ON/OFF switch
@ Stitch length slide
© Differential feed control slide (Models 6 2 4 & 614)
@ Needle clamp
© Presser foot
® Needle plate
© Side cover
@ Front door
@ Flywheel
® Foot control
Front Door
© Upper looper
© Lower looper
@ Instant rolled/narrow hem device
© Left needle
© Right needle
© Moving blade
© Feed dogs
© Fixed blade

STANDARD A C C E S S O R I E S
Side Cover
Accessory box and accessories included with the machine:
@ Carrying grip
© Lamp cover © Wrench for replacing moving blade 3 9 6 0 0 1 - 13
©Sewing light (15 watts maximum) @ Allen screwdriver 1.5mm 396002- 69
© Cutting w i d t h dial (Models 6 2 4 & 614) @ Cleaning brush 396001-69
© Moving blade release lever @ Tweezers 396001-62
@ Presser foot lever © Oil tube 396001-70
© Assortment of needles ELx705 396001-51
© Spare moving blade 396001-60
© 2-thread converter (Model 624) 3 9 6 0 0 1 - 19
© Spool caps 396002- 07
© Transparent discs 3 9 6 0 0 1 - 37
© Dust cover 396002- 09
@ Screwdriver 396001-71
© Accessory box 396001-72
@ Waste tray (Model 624) 396001-74

Special Accessories
Your dealer will be pleased to give you further details.
 Cone Holders and C a p s
PREPARATION Both industrial and domestic type thread
spools can be used on the machine. For
industrial spools, the cone holders (a).
Connect the foot control, pushing the For spools w i t h a large diameter, place
plug well into the machine plug box. the cone holders higher up on the spool
The ON/OFF s w i t c h turns the light on (I) pins or place them w i t h the widest end
or off (0), as well as the supply of electric on top (see illustration), so that the spools
current to the motor. Switch on to run the can be seated firmly on the spool pin
machine and off when you are not sew- base. Place the spools perpendicularly.
ing. The electric foot control regulates When using domestic type spools, remove
motor and sewing speeds. The greater the the cone holders and place the caps (b)
pressure on the control, the higher the over the spools of thread.
speed. Press preferably w i t h the sole of
the foot, not w i t h the toes.

Instant Rolled/
Narrow Hem Device
Extension D i s c s By engaging the lever (c), your machine
sews wider overlock stitches. By dis-
2 transparent discs are supplied w i t h the
engaging the lever (c), your machine is
machine. Place them at both ends of
ready to sew a rolled/narrow hem, w i t h o u t
the spool pin base, as illustrated, to
changing the needle plate or the presser
avoid thread tangling.
foot. To disengage the lever (c), first
open the front door, raise the presser
Thread Guide Pole foot and bring the needle(s) to the highest
Pull the thread guide pole up to the highest or lowest position by turning the flywheel
position. Make sure that each thread t o w a r d s to you by hand.
guide is located exactly above its respec- Pull the knob (d) first to the right, and
tive spool pin. then swing it down.
To engage the lever (c), take the same
steps, pull the knob (d) to the right, and
then swing it up.
Needles Presser Foot Lever
Your overlook sewing machine has been To raise the presser foot, swing the lever
designed so that it can be used w i t h (c) d o w n and you can see the round mark
ordinary household sewing machine in red, as illustrated.
needles, 130/705H ( 1 5 x 1 ) , but it is never- To lower the presser foot swing the lever
theless advisable to use needles ELx (c) up.
7 0 5 , for the best stitching results. They N.B.
are needles for domestic use and can For sewing fluffy or fairly thick fabric,
also be used w i t h all ordinary household the extra lift (2 mm) will be available by
sewing machines. For normal or thick swinging the lever (c) down again.
fabric, use size 90 and for sheer fabric
size 80 needles. To change the needles,
raise the needle bar to the highest posi-
tion by turning the flywheel towards y o u ,
leaving the presser foot d o w n . Loosen
the needle clamp screws (a) w i t h the
Allen screwdriver (b), to remove the old
needles.
Hold the new needles w i t h the flat side
away from you and push t h e m up as far
as they will go. Tighten the screws firmly.
Make sure that the needles clear the
needle plate by turning the flywheel to-
wards you by hand.

Snap-on Sewing Foot

To remove the foot, raise the needle bar
and presser bar to their highest positions,
then push the lever (d) on the shank.
To lock the foot on to the shank, place
the foot under the shank and lower the
presser bar.
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Threading the Upper Looper
THREADING THE MACHINE - Coloured yellow on the chart and on the
thread guides.
1. Draw the thread from the spool, as
First of all, disconnect the machine from the electric outlet shown on the diagram, pass the thread
according to the "Important Safety Instructions" on page " 0 " . through the guides (A) and (B).
2. Draw the thread d o w n between the
t w o tension discs of the yellow tension
control, then through the other thread
guides and the hole in the upper looper,
steps (C) to (G). Draw the thread back
under the presser foot, leaving about
10 cm of thread to the left.

Threading the Lower Looper

- Coloured green on the chart and on
the thread guides.
1. Follow a similar procedure as above,
and also shown on the diagram, steps
(a) to (e).
2. Bring the lower looper to its right
position by turning the flywheel by
Follow the threading paths carefully, in accordance w i t h the charts inside the front hand.
door, in the sequence 1-2-3-4. It is important that threading is carried out in the following 3. Push the lever (f) d o w n and hook
sequence: the thread on the guide (g), push
the lever (f) up to the woking position,
1. Upper looper thread - Yellow thread guides
then pass the thread through the eye
2. Lower looper thread - Green thread guides
(h) at the far right end of the looper.
3. Right needle thread - Red thread guides
4. Draw the thread back under the press-
4. Left needle thread - Blue thread guides
er foot, leaving about 10 cm to the
Incorrect threading will result in several problems such as skipped stitches and thread left.
breakage.

Before starting to thread, make sure that the instant rolled/narrow hem device is well
engaged on the needle plate.
Threading the Right Needle Changing the Threads
- Coloured red on the chart and on If the machine has already been threaded
the thread guides. and you w i s h to change the threads, tie
Raise the needle bar to the highest the new threads to the old threads be-
position. Pass the thread through the tween the thread guide pole and the top
guides (A) to (C). Pass the thread thread guides. First release (Model 624)
through the open slot of the take-up or loosen the tensions, then pull the
lever cover (D) and d o w n to the guides looper threads gently behind the needle
(E) and (F). Finally thread the right until the knots have passed through.
needle from front to back, then under Next pull the needle thread gently and
the foot, leaving about 10 cm of the bring the knots to the front of the needles.
thread to the left. Cut the thread at both ends of the knots
and pass them through the respective
eyes of the needles.
Threading the Left Needle
- Coloured blue on the chart and on
the thread guides.
Follow a similar procedure as above,
and also s h o w n on the diagram,
passing the thread through the thread
guides and left needle tension and
finally thread the left needle, steps
(a) to (f).
Before staring to sew, check again that
all the threads have been properly passed
through every thread guide and are well N.B.
engaged between the t w o tension discs It is advisable to raise the tension release
of each tension control, to ensure good lever so t h a t the t w o tension discs of
sewing results. the red and blue tension controls open.
You can pull the needle threads in front
N.B. of the needles easily (Model 624).
Should it be necessary at any time to
re-thread the lower looper, always remove
the thread from the needles first, to avoid
tangling.
TEST SEWING 3. Place a scrap of fabric to be stitched
in front of the presser foot, then de-
press the foot control. Do not pull
the fabric; guide it gently.
4-Thread Overlook
After the machine has been threaded,
start sewing in the following sequence:
1. Make sure that the front door is closed.

4 . When you reach the end of the fabric,

do not raise the presser foot, continue
Pass the 4 threads under the foot sewing at low speed for about 10 cm
as shown in the drawing. Lower the beyond the end of the fabric so that the
presser f o o t , make a f e w stitches machine produces a chain of thread.
by hand, turning the flywheel towards Then cut the thread w i t h the thread
you (without fabric under the foot). cutter (see illustration). You are then
Press on the foot control to make 3 ready to start the next seam. You can
to 4 cm of overlook chain, holding start overlocking from the edge of
the threads on the left. The machine the fabric just by feeding it into the
is now ready to sew. front of the lowered presser foot.
5. If the stitches are not formed correct-
ly, check if the threading routes are
correct first and adjust the tensions
in accordance w i t h the instructions
on the next pages.
N.B.
Do not raise the presser f o o t at the end
of a seam but always sew a chain of thread
at least 10 cm long.

Safety Device (Model 624)

The front door is provided w i t h a safety
device. If it is open, the machine will not
work.
ADJUSTMENTS 3. If the right needle thread (b) is too
loose and clearly visible on the under-
side of the fabric, increase the right
needle thread tension.
The thread tensions should be adjusted according to the type and thickness of both
thread and fabric. Turn the tension knobs referring to the numbers on the dials; turning
to a higher number will increase the thread tension and to a lower number decrease it.

Thread Tensions
1. A balanced tension 4. If the upper looper thread (c) is loose and
( a ) - ( b ) The needle threads lie on the p u l l e d over t o t h e u n d e r s i d e of
top side of the fabric (just like a row the fabric, increase the upper looper
of normal straight stitches) on the tension and/or decrease the lower
underside , 4 . ® ® upper looper thread, and just visible looper tension.
in the lower looper thread on the
underside of the fabric.
top side (c) The upper looper thread lies flat on
the top side of the fabric and locks
w i t h the lower looper thread on the

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edge of the fabric.
(d) The lower looper thread lies flat on
the underside of the fabric and locks
w i t h the upper looper thread on the
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2. If the left thread (a) is too loose and 5. If the lower looper thread (d) is loose
clearly visible on the underside of the and pulled up onto the top side of
fabric, increase the left needle thread the fabric, increase the lower looper
tension and/or decrease either or both tension and/or decrease the upper
looper thread tensions. looper tension.
N.B.
If the thread tensions are too tight, the
fabric will pucker.
 Stitch Length By pushing the differential feed slide
(c) down to a higher number, the front
Most overlook sewing projects can be
feed dog (a) moves the fabric faster,
done w i t h the stitch length set at 2 to 3.
as shown. This helps to prevent knitted
However, you can easily change the stitch
or stretch fabrics from puckering and
length by shifting the stitch length slide
waving during sewing.
(a) between 0.5 and 4 , as desired.

3. By pushing the differential feed slide

Differential Feed (c) up to a lower number, the front feed
(Models 6 2 4 & 614) dog (a) moves the fabric more slowly,
1. Your machine is equipped w i t h t w o as shown. This helps to prevent sheer
feed dogs (a) and (b), each of w h i c h and lightweight fabrics f r o m puckering.
moves independently. However, w h e n Always test sew on a scrap of your fabric
the differential feed control slide (c) before starting garment or craft construc-
is set at 1.0, both feed dogs move tions.
together to the same length.
N.B.
Adjustments to the differential feed can
be made while sewing.
 Cutting Width Foot Pressure
(Models 6 2 4 & 614) With the guide line (a) of the pressure
The cutting blades are pre-set at the control knob even w i t h the top cover
factory so that most overlook sewing surface (b), the foot pressure is suitable
projects can be done w i t h o u t changing for most kinds of fabrics and rarely
their position. For very special fabric needs adjusting. For special fabric types,
types, however, you might at times, want however, you might at times want to
to adjust the cutting w i d t h . adjust the pressure slightly.
1. To change the cutting w i d t h , bring the 1. For very slippery fabrics, tighten the
needle bar to the highest position. knob clockwise slightly to increase
the pressure.
2. Turn the cutting w i d t h dial upwards
to increase the w i d t h , or downwards to 2. For very stretchable fabrics, loosen
decrease it. it counter-clockwise to decrease the
pressure.
3. Sew a scrap of the fabric to check the
sewing result, referring to the illust- With the lower guide line (c) of the
rations. pressure knob at higher level than the
top cover surface, lower pressure for
very stretchable fabrics is available.

(a) Correct
(b) The cutting w i d t h is narrower than
the stitch w i d t h . Turn the dial upwards
to increase the cutting w i d t h .
(c) The cutting w i d t h is wider than the
stitch w i d t h . In this case, the fabric Disengaging/Re-engaging the
might be rolled or the needle thread
tension miqht become loose. Turn the
Moving Blade
dial downwards to decrease the cutt- By disengaging the moving blade, you
f can enjoy various sewing techniques.
/ ing w i d t h .
1. To disengage the moving blade, first
® open the front door.
2. Push the moving blade release lever
(a) to the right and the moving blade
i will stop at (b) position.
3. Turn it towards you by hand.
4. To re-engage the moving blade, push
the moving blade release lever to the
right and turn it towards the back,
© then release the lever.

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UTILITY STITCHES (A) Rolled hem (Right needle only)
Decrease the upper looper thread ten-
sion slightly and increase the lower
thread tension as required so that the
upper looper thread (a) is completely
3-Thread/4-Thread Overlook rolled d o w n to the underside of the
- Using the left needle, a 3-thread over- fabric.
lock 7.0 mm wide can be sewn.
- Using both needles, a 4-thread over- (B) Narrow hem (Right needle only)
lock 7.0 mm wide can be sewn. Increase both looper thread tensions
- Using the right needle, a 3-thread over- slightly so that the looper threads are
lock 3.7 m m wide can be sewn. firmly locked together on the edge of
the fabric.
N.B.
Whenever sewing w i t h 3-thread, remove
the needle and tighten the needle clamp
screw you are not using.

Sew on a scrap of fabric and adjust

the tensions according to the illustration,
3-Thread Rolled/Narrow Hem depending on the desired finish. It is
recommended to use stretch threads,
By disengaging the instant rolled/narrow such as woolly nylon in the upper looper
hem device, your machine is ready to sew or both loopers.
a rolled or narrow hem on light weight
and sheer fabrics. N.B.
The tension settings for the rolled or If the fabric tends to pucker, guide it
narrow hem are slightly different from by gently pulling it to the back w i t h your
those of the regular 3-thread overlock. left hand, and at the same time lightly
Refer to the following illustrations. holding it w i t h your right hand, for good
stitching results.
Decorative Topstitching Pin-Tucks
/Flatlock (Left needle only) Disengage the moving blade (see page 11)
For topstitching w i t h 3 threads, adjust Fold the fabric along the line to be pin-
the thread tensions so that the lower looper tucked, sew along the folded edge and
thread lies straight at the edge of the fabric press.
by greatly loosening the needle thread
tension and slightly loosening the upper
looper thread tension.
1. Disengage the moving blade
(see page 11).
2. Fold the fabric along the line to be
topstitched and sew over the folded
edge.
3. Unfold the fabric, pull the ends of the
thread to the underside and press flat.
The final appearance can be enhanced
by using a heavy decorative thread
suitable for overlook use in the looper(s).
By using the 2-thread convertor on the
upper looper, 2-thread flatlock will be
available (Model 6 2 4 ) .

Sewing Edge-to-Edge 2-Thread Overcast

Align the edges of the t w o pieces of fabric, (Model 6 2 4 )
w i t h their wrong sides facing each other,
With the 2-thread convertor (a) and
and proceed in a similar manner as above.
using a single needle, your machine can
Unfold and press. By using different co-
sew a 2-thread overcast w h i c h is often
loured fabrics and threads, an attractive
used for overcasting a single layer of
" p a t c h w o r k " effect can be achieved.
fabric for decorative topstitching (flatlock),
etc.
1. Remove the needle you are not using
(the same as for 3-thread use) and
the upper thread from the machine.
2. To fit the 2-thread convertor on to
the upper looper (b), first insert the
tip of the convertor into the upper
looper eye from the back, then snap
the other end securely into the hole
(c) of the upper looper.
The tension settings for the 2-thread
overcast are different from those of 3-
thread use. Pre-set the needle and lower
looper thread tension controls at 0.5 and
6.0, respectively.
3. A balanced tension 5. To have the lower looper thread (e)
(d) The needle thread lies flat and straight, pulled d o w n over the fabric edge to
to the left, and locks w i t h the lower the underside of the fabric, increase
looper thread on the top side of the the lower looper tension and/or decrease
fabric and as a flat V-shape on the the needle thread tension.
underside.
(e) The lower looper thread lies flat on the
top side of the fabric and locks on the
edge w i t h the needle thread.

To have the needle thread (d) pulled

up over the fabric edge to the top
2-Thread Rolled Hem
side of the fabric, increase the needle (Model 624)
thread tension and/or the lower thread With the 2-thread convenor and using
tension. the right needle, your machine can sew
a 2-thread rolled hem. Tighten the needle
tension so that the lower looper thread
is completely rolled down to the underside
of the fabric.
 Overlooking Inside Corners
OTHER SEWING APPLICATIONS 1. When overlocking an inside corner on
a pocket, etc., clip about 3 to .4 mm
into the corner.
Turning Outside Corners
without Cutting the Threads
1. When you reach the end of the fabric,
stop stitching w i t h the needle above
the fabric. Raise the presser foot. Gently
pull the chain of thread out from the
needle plate, leaving 2 or 3 loops of
thread on the stitch finger. Turn the
fabric, lower the presser foot and c o m -
mence stitching in the new direction.

2. Fold the fabric into, a straight edge,

as s h o w n , and sew along the edge,
trimming very little, if necessary.

2. When overlocking and trimming at the

same time, cut the fabric by hand
along the new stitching line for about
3 c m , before turning the fabric. It is
preferable to make a small cut to mark
the second stitch line, before starting
to sew. 3. Open and press the fabric.
Turning Curved Edges
r Removing Stitches from
1. For inside curves, guide the fabric S e w n Fabric
gently, applying pressure w i t h your 1. Snip the needle thread(s) at intervals.
left hand at point " A " in the direction Then gently pull the looper thread ; the
of the arrow, and at the same time stitching will unravel and be easy to
applying a little pressure in the op- remove.
posite direction w i t h your right hand
at point " B " .

Sewing Extra Heavy Fabrics

Before sewing extra heavy fabrics, it is
advisable to lock the moving blade.
Remove the sewing foot (see page 5).
Loosen the screws (a) w i t h the screw-
driver (b) so that the needle plate can
be taken off.

2. For outside curves, sew in a similar

manner, but applying the pressure in
the opposite directions.

Tighten the screw (c) w i t h the Allen

screwdriver (d) to lock the moving blade.
Refit the needle plate and the sewing
foot.
After sewing extra heavy fabrics, always
loosen this screw slightly, to unlock the
blade for normal sewing.
NOTES

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STITCH SELECTION CHART
The thread tension values, stitch length, needle position(s)
Stitches
and differential feed are basic settings and must be
adjusted or corrected depending on the fabric and the
threads.

4 THREAD

© © © © © Right needle thread © Upper looper thread

tension values tension values
Blue Red Yellow Green
© Left needle thread @ Lower looper thread
tension values tension values

Stitch length

Needle position(s)
L = Left Differential feed
R = Right

Position of Position of
moving blade instant rolled/narrow hem device

STRETCH KNIT 3 THREAD 3 THREAD WIDE

FLATLÜCK 3 NARROW HEM 3 ROLLED HEM 3

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Needles Blue Red Yellow Green Needles Blue Red Yellow Green Needles Blue Red Yellow Green
SL DF SL

•.• 2.0 8.5 3.0 4.0 2.G 3.0 2.0 7.0

1.Q 2.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
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L R L R L R

(Model 624)
FLATLOCK 2

no need
to thread
With the 2-thread convertor and a single needle, your
machine can sew a 2-thread flatlock, 2-thread overcast
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and 2-thread rolled hem.
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First fit the 2-thread convertor on to the upper looper
Blue Red Yellow Green
(see page 13).
When using the right needle tension (Red), thread the
right (R) needle.
When using the left needle tension (Blue), thread the
left (L) needle.

OVERCAST 2 ROLLED HEM 2

Needles Blue Red Yellow Green Needles Blue I Red Yellow Green
DF SL DF SL

0.5 6.0 3.0 2.5

1.0 2.0 1.0 1.0
* By using the left needle and the left needle thread
6b

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tension (Blue), you can also sew a 2-thread overcast XEl
wide. L R L R

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MAINTENANCE
5. Brush the blade, feed dogs and the area
around it. Clean any accumulation of
lint. etc. inside the machine.
Your machine will always serve you faithfully, if it is cared for properly. 6. Refit the needle plate, sewing foot, side
cover and screw cap.
7. Re-engage the moving blade (see page
First unplug the machine according to the " I m p o r t a n t Safety I n s t r u c t i o n s " on page " 0 " .
11).
8. Oil the machine, as mentioned below
under "Lubrication".

Lubrication
When using your machine for the first
time, or if you have not used it for some
time, put a few drops of oil on the point
indicated. Wipe off any oil remaining
around the sewing area.
Replacing the Moving Blade Changing the Light Bulb
Replace the moving blade, if it becomes Unplug the machine before replacing the
blunt. Proceed as follows (a spare moving bulb.
blade can be found in the accessory box): Remember maximum input of the lamp
is 15 watts, should it have to be changed.
First unplug the machine.
Raise the presser foot and swing open
1. Open the front door and remove the the lamp cover. Unscrew the light bulb
side cover (see page 20). and replace the bulb by following the
2. Set the moving blade (a) in its engag- same procedure in the reverse order.
ed position and lock it (see page 16),
then remove it by loosening the bolt
(b) w i t h the wrench (c) found in the
accessory box.
Brush the fixed blade and the surround-
ing area to clean any accumulation of
lint, etc.
3. Lower the moving blade to the lowest
position by turning the flywheel to-
wards you. Put a new moving blade
in place making sure that its edge is
approximately 0.5 to 1.0 mm below
the surface of the fixed blade. Tighten
the bolt (b) firmly.
4. Unlock the moving blade, refit the
side cover and screw cap. Close the
front door.
N.B.
The fixed blade is made of a special
alloy and will rarely need to be replaced.
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The machine jams
MINOR DISORDERS - Stitch length too short 10, 18-19
- Needle thread tension(s) too tight 9, 14, 18-19
Refer to the following pages for information:
- Incorrect thread tension(s) 9, 12, 14, 18-19

The stitches are irregular or skipped

- Incorrect threading 6-7 The machine runs noisily
- Looper thread guide not set properly. Push it up to the working - Clean and oil 20
position and thread the lower looper 6 - Brush both blades 20
- Incorrect thread tension(s) 9, 12, 14, 18-19 - Needle blunt or bent 5
- Needle(s) not system EL x 7 0 5 or 130/705H (15 x 1), - Check thread tension(s) 9, 12, 14, 18-19
of poor quality, bent or not inserted correctly 5
- Pulling fabric: do not pull fabric; guide gently 12
- Incorrect presser foot. Needle plate and/or presser foot The fabric is not cut at all
not fitted correctly 5, 11, 2 0 - Moving blade not engaged correctly 11, 21
- Thread guide pole not extended or not positioned properly 4

The fabric is not cut properly

The thread breaks - Cutting position not set correctly 11, 21
- Incorrect threading 6-7 - Moving blade not fitted properly 21
- Thread or thread spool tangled 10-12 - Brush both blades 20
- Incorrect thread tension(s) 9, 12, 14, 18-19 - Moving blade needs replacing 21
- When re-threading the lower looper, first remove the
thread from the rear needle 6-7
- Incorrect presser foot. Needle plate and/or presser foot not The needle breaks when sewing with the moving
fitted correctly 5, 11, 2 0 blade disengaged
- Thread guide pole not extended or not positioned properly 4 - The edge of the fabric is too far to the right and interferes
- Transparent discs not placed on the spool pins 4 w i t h the looper movement 15, 18-19
- Convertor for 2-thread overlook not fitted correctly (Model 624) 13

The fabric puckers

- Stitch length too long 10, 18-19
- Needle thread tension(s) too tight 9, 14, 18-19
- Foot pressure not suitable for the kind of fabric 11
- Differential feed slide set at more than 1 (Models 6 2 4 & 614) 10

The needle breaks

- By pulling the fabric, the needle strikes the foot or
the needle p l a t e - d o not pull fabric; guide gently 12
- Needle(s) not system EL x 7 0 5 or 130/705H ( 1 5 x 1 ) ,
of poor quality, bent or not inserted correctly 5
- Needle(s) not suitable for the kind of work 5, 18-19
ALPHABETICAL INDEX Patchwork 13
Pin-Tucks 13
Position of Moving Blade 11
Presser Foot Lever 3, 5
A Accessories/Standard Accessories 3
Pressure (Adjustment) 11
B Blades 3, 1 1 , 16, 20-21
Removing Stitches 16
C Chain of Thread 8 Re-engaging Moving Blade 1 1 , 20
Changing Thread 7 Rolled Hemming 12, 14, 18-19
Cleaning 20 Right Needle Threading 7
Cone Holder 2, 4
Safety 4, 8, 20-21
Cutting W i d t h (Models 6 2 4 & 6 1 4 ) 11
Safety Device (Model 624) 8
D Decorative Sewing 13 Safety Switch 2, 8
Differential Feed (Models 6 2 4 & 614) 10 Sewing Edge-to-Edge 13
Differential Feed Slide (Models 6 2 4 & 614) 2, 10 Sewing Inside Corner 15
Disengaging Moving Blade 11 Sewing Extra Heavy Fabric 16
Disorders (Minor) 22 Snap-on Foot 5
Spool Caps 2, 4
E Electricity 2-4
Spool Pin Base 2
Extension Discs 4
Stitch Length 2, 10, 18-19
F Flatlock 13 Stitch Selection 12, 15, 18-19
Flywheel 2
Test Sewing 8
Foot Control 2, 4
3-Thread Overlock 12, 18-19
4-Thread Overlock 9, 12, 18-19
Thread Guide Pole 2, 4
Front Door 2, 8
Threading 6-7, 18-19
H Hemming (Rolled/Narrow) 12, 14, 18-19 Thread Tension (Adjustment) 9, 14, 18-19
Transparent Discs 3-4
I Instant Rolled/Narrow Hem Device 4 , 12, 18-19 15
Turning Corners
L Left Needle Threading 7 Turning Curved Edges 16
Light 3, 21 2-Thread Overcast 13-14, 18-19
Light Bulb 3, 21 6
Upper Looper Threading
Lower Looper Threading 6
Lubrication 20

M Main Parts 2
Maintenance 20-21
Moving Blade 3, 1 1 , 16, 20-21
YOUR MACHINE
Moving Blade Release Lever 3, 11
Record in the space provided below the Serial No. and Model No. of this
N Needle Plate 2, 16, 20
appliance.
Needles 5
These numbers are located on the specification plate. Retain them for future
Needle Threading 7
reference.
O Oiling 20 Serial No
ON/OFF s w i t c h 2
Model No

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NOTES
NOTES
Printed in Japan Part No. 1 0 7 8 4 ( 3 Ï - 4 ) Anglais No 3 9 6 160-72