Instruction

Manual

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your 7100 sewing machine is designed and constructed for HOUSEHOLD use only. Read all
instructions before using this machine.

DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. Your sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the machine
from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
2. Always unplug before replacing light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12 Volts, 5 watts.
3. Do not reach for the machine if it has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
4. Do not place or store machine where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place it in or
drop it into water or other liquid.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury:

1. Do not allow machine to be used as a toy. Supervision is necessary when this machine is used by
or near children.
2. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Only use
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as described in this manual.
3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, is not working properly, 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.
4. This machine is equipped with a special connection cord which, if damaged, must be replaced by
an identical cord. This can be obtained from your dealer.
5. Never operate the sewing machine with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust and fibers.
6. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
9. To disconnect, turn machine off and remove plug from outlet.
10. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
11. Keep fingers away from all moving parts, especially the needle.
12. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
13. Do not use bent needles.
14. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This may deflect the needle causing it to break.
15. Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading
needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, changing presser foot, etc.
16. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating or
making any other servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT
Be sure to keep machine away from static electricity, heat sources, humidity and direct sunlight.
USA only
Your machine comes equipped with a polarized plug (one prong wider than the other). A polarized plug
reduces the risk of electrical shock. This plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Use only foot control Model 21371 (UL, CSA).

“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.”
(European Union only)
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Name of Parts ............................................................................................................................... 2
Standard Accessories ................................................................................................................... 3
To Attach Knee Lifter ..................................................................................................................... 3

GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting Machine to Power Supply .......................................................................................... 4
Controlling Sewing Speed ............................................................................................................. 4
Up/Down Needle Position Button .................................................................................................. 5
Bobbin Winding Button .................................................................................................................. 5
Thread Cutter Button ..................................................................................................................... 5
Stitch Length Adjustment Dial ....................................................................................................... 5
Reverse Stitch Lever ..................................................................................................................... 5
Presser Foot Lifter ......................................................................................................................... 6
Foot Pressure Dial......................................................................................................................... 6
Attaching and Detaching Presser Foot ......................................................................................... 6
To Remove Bobbin Case and Bobbin ........................................................................................... 7
Setting the Spool of Thread........................................................................................................... 7
Winding a Bobbin .......................................................................................................................... 8
Inserting a Bobbin ......................................................................................................................... 9
Inserting the Bobbin Case into the Hook ...................................................................................... 9
Threading the Needle Thread ..................................................................................................... 10
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread ................................................................................................... 11
Changing the Needle .................................................................................................................. 12
Balancing Needle Thread Tension .............................................................................................. 13
Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension................................................................................................ 13
Adjusting Needle Thread Tension ............................................................................................... 13

HOW TO SEW
Test Stitching ............................................................................................................................... 14
Securing a Seam ......................................................................................................................... 15
Turning a Square Corner............................................................................................................. 15
Using the Cloth Guide ................................................................................................................. 16
Rolled Hem ................................................................................................................................. 16

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Hook and Feed Dog ............................................................................................... 17
Oiling the Machine ...................................................................................................................... 17
Replacing the Light Bulb ............................................................................................................. 18
Replacing the Light Bulb on the Underside of the Sewing Arm................................................... 18
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 19

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 e KNOW YOUR MACHINE
Name of Parts
r q Foot pressure dial
q w Thread guide
w t e Retractable thread guide
r Bobbin winder spindle
t Bobbin winder stopper
y Speed control slider
@0 u Stitch length display
i Thread cutter button
!9 o Reverse stitch lever
!8 !0 Bobbin winding button
y !1 Up/Down needle button
!7
!2 Knee lifter socket
!3 Thread tension dial
!6 u !4 Hook cover
!5 Hook cover plate
i !6 Needle plate
!5
!7 Thread cutter
o !8 Face cover
!9 Foot pressure indicator
!4 @0 Thread take-up lever
!0 @1 Needle clamp screw
@2 Needle
@3 Screw holes for attachments
!1 @4 Presser foot
!3 @5 Feed dog
!2
@6 Setscrew
@7 Carrying handle
@8 Presser foot lifter
@9 Spool pins
#0 Machine sockets
#1 Power switch
@1 #2 Stitch length adjustment dial
@6
@2 #3 Handwheel
#4 Foot control
#5 Power supply cord
@5 @7
@3

@4

@8

#3

#4
#2

#5

#1 @9
#0

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Standard Accessories

Lint brush Hemmer foot Spool cap Net

Bobbin Spool holder

Large screwdriver

Cloth guide
Small screwdriver Needles

Accessory box Oil

Knee lifter Instruction book

To Attach Knee Lifter

The knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing
applique, patchwork and quilting since it allows you to
handle the fabric while your knee controls the presser
foot.

Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in

the knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.
q Knee lifter
e w w Ribs
e Notches

Push the knee lifter with your knee to raise and lower
the presser foot.

NOTE:
q Do not touch the knee lifter while sewing, otherwise
the fabric will not be fed smoothly.

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GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting Machine to Power Supply
CAUTION
Always turn the power switch off and
i unplug the sewing machine from the
electrical outlet when the machine is not
in use.

q Machine plug
w w Machine socket for power supply plug
e Power supply plug
q r Outlet
t Machine socket for foot control
y Foot control plug
r u Foot control
i Power switch
y
t Turn off the power switch.
Insert the foot control plug y into the
machine socket t.
Insert the machine plug q into the
machine socket w.
Insert the power supply plug e into the
wall outlet r.
e Turn on the power switch i.
u

Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider

Sewing speed can be varied with the speed control
slider according to your sewing needs.
To increase sewing speed, slide it to the right.
To decrease sewing speed, slide it to the left.

Foot control
Sewing speed is varied by the foot control.
The harder you press down on the foot control, the
faster the machine runs.

The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the

speed control slider when the foot control is being fully
depressed.

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Up/Down Needle Position Button
RED LED GREEN LED Press this button to bring the needle bar up or
down. The RED LED will light up when the needle
is down. The GREEN LED will light up when the
needle is up.
The machine will stop with the needle up or down
depending on the needle position determined by
this button.
The machine will always stop with the needle up
after auto thread cutting or buttonhole sewing.

Bobbin Winding Button

Press this button to wind the bobbin.
LED The LED will light up when you shift the bobbin
winding stopper toward the bobbin and press this
button.
The LED signal will turn off after bobbin winding is
finished.

Thread Cutter Button

Pressing this button after sewing will trim the
threads.
You can continue sewing without pulling the bobbin
thread up after trimming the threads.

* Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the

thread is thicker than #30.

* The foot control and Up/down needle position

button cannot be used while the machine is
trimming the threads.
Stitch Length Adjustment Dial

You can adjust the stitch length from 0 to 6 mm by

turning this dial. The stitch length will be show on
3 the stitch length display q.

Reverse Stitch Lever

The machine will sew in reverse while the reverse

stitch lever is pressed down. The machine will sew
forward if the lever is released.
Use the lever to lock the beginning and end of
seams.

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Presser Foot Lifter
q Presser foot lifter
q w Normal up position
e Highest position

The presser foot lifter q raises and

lowers the presser foot.
You can raise it higher e than the
normal up position w to help you place
thick material under the foot.

Foot Pressure Dial

q Foot pressure dial
w Setting indicator
q
The foot pressure control dial should be
set at “3” for regular sewing.
Reduce the pressure for appliqué,
sewing on fine synthetics and elastic
fabrics.
0 Set the dial at “1” when sewing extra fine
1 fabrics.
2
3 w NOTE:
4 Do not reduce the foot pressure lower
5 than “0”.

Attaching and Detaching Presser Foot

q Setscrew

To change the presser foot, raise the

q q presser foot lifter.

Loosen the setscrew q, choose the

proper foot and insert it from the bottom.

Tighten the setscrew q with the large

screwdriver to secure the foot.

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To Remove Bobbin Case and Bobbin
z CAUTION
x e
Turn the power switch off and unplug the sewing
q
machine from the electrical outlet

q Hook cover plate

w Hook cover
w e Latch
r Bobbin case
t Bobbin
r z Raise the needle and presser foot.
Remove the hook cover plate q and open the
hook cover w.
x Pull open the latch e of the bobbin case r. Take
the bobbin case straight out of the hook.

• To remove the bobbin from the bobbin case:

Release the latch, then drop the bobbin t out of
the bobbin case as illustrated.
* Only use this exclusive bobbin for model 7100.
r

Setting the Spool of Thread

q Spool of thread
w Spool pin
e
e Spool cap
q
• Setting a spool of thread:
Place a spool of thread q on the spool pin w
with the thread coming off the spool as shown.
Attach the spool cap e, and press it firmly against
w the spool of thread.

r Spool holder
t Net

• Setting the thread cone:

Place the spool holder r on the spool pin, then
place the thread cone on the spool holder.
t Cover the thread cone with the net t if the spool
thread is shaky when sewing.
r

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Winding a Bobbin
q
x
z

Stopper

Pull the thread guide bar up as

far as it will go. Turn the thread
guide bar until the stoppers
click into position.
c e
q Thread guide bar
w Bobbin winding tension disk
e Bobbin hole
r r Notch
t Spring
y Bobbin winder spindle
t u Bobbin winder stopper
i Bobbin winding button
y
z Pass the thread through the guide on the
thread guide bar q from behind.

v u x Pass the thread under the bobbin winding

tension disk w.

c Thread through the hole e in the bobbin from

the inside to the outside.
Match the notch r with the spring t on the
bobbin winder spindle. Then insert the bobbin
on the bobbin winder spindle y.

i v Push the bobbin winder stopper to the left u.

b
b Hold the free end of the thread in your hand
and press the bobbin winding button i. Press
the bobbin winding button again to stop the
bobbin when it has made several turns, and
cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin.

n Press the bobbin winding button again. When

the bobbin is fully wound, the machine will
stop automatically.
n Return the bobbin winder stopper to its
original position. Cut the thread with a
scissors. Remove the bobbin from the bobbin
winder spindle.
NOTE:
This machine has an exclusive motor for bobbin
winding, which allows you to wind a bobbin while
stitching.

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Inserting a Bobbin

z z Place a bobbin in the bobbin case making sure the

thread winds clockwise on the bobbin as illustrated.

x x Draw the thread through the slit q of the bobbin case.

q slit
q

w
c
c Continue to draw the thread under the tension spring w
and through the opening e.
Pull out about 4˝ (10 cm) of thread.
e The bobbin should spin clockwise when the thread is pulled
out of the bobbin case.
w Tension spring
e Opening

Inserting the Bobbin Case into the Hook

z

q z Holding the latch q open, position the bobbin case into the
hook aligning the slot w with the rib e.
The bobbin case should lock into place when the latch is
t released.
q Latch
w Slot
x 2 e Rib

r x Close the hook cover r and attach the hook cover plate t
3
in this order.
1
r Hook cover
t Hook cover plate

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Threading the Needle Thread
q
* Use only left twist thread
z

w
(A) x
e

!2

!1

u z Raise the presser foot lifter. Press the Up/Down

needle button twice to raise the needle to its
!3
v !2 highest position. Turn the power switch off.
!0
!4 Set a spool of thread on the spool pin.
Pass the thread through the guide on the thread
!5 guide bar q from the behind.

x y x Pass the thread through the thread guide plate

!1 w, then draw the thread between the pre-tenison
disks e under the pre-tension dial r.
* If the thread flutters around while sewing,
pass the thread through three holes in the
t guide plate as illustrated in fig.(A).
* The standard setting of the pre-tension dial is
that the screw head t sinks about 4 mm (1/8˝
to 3/16˝) y.

c Holding the thread with both hands, draw the

c thread down and around the tension dial u from
!0 right to left.
Pull the thread up to insert it between the tension
disks o and pass it over the tail of the check
spring. Then pull the thread down over the loop of
!3
the check spring i.
i u
v Draw the thread through the thread guide !0, !1
and eye of the thread take-up lever !2.
Pass the thread through the thread guide !1
again. Holding the thread with both hands, slip the
b thread into the thread guide !3 as shown.

b Draw the thread down to the needle bar thread

i guide !4, then pass the thread through the
needle !5.
u

!4

!5
o

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Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

z z Hold the needle thread q lightly with your left

hand.
q

x Turn the switch on. Press the Up/Down needle

x position button twice to pick up the bobbin thread w.
Pull the needle thread q to bring up a loop of
bobbin thread w.

c Slide 10 cm (4˝) of both threads to the rear under

c
the presser foot.

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Changing the Needle
CAUTION
Turn the power switch off and unplug the
z q
machine before changing the needle.

z Turn the power switch off.

Lower the presser foot.
Turn the needle clamp screw q
counterclockwise with the large screwdriver.
Loosen the screw and remove the needle from
the needle clamp.
q Needle clamp screw

x
Needle q
x Insert a new needle into the needle clamp w
with the groove e to the left, and the small
Front Right Back scarf r back on the needle to the right.
Push the needle up as far as it will go. Tighten
the clamp screw q firmly.
w Needle clamp
e Groove
w r Scarf

e e

r r
* Use a DB x 1 needle

To Check the Needle To determine if the needle is defective, place the needle on
something flat (a needle plate, piece of glass, etc.). The gap
between the needle and the flat surface should be consistent.

Never use a blunt or blunt needle, as it may cause skipped

stitches or thread breakage. Defective needles can ruin the fabric.
Always purchase good quality needles. Change needles often.

Thread and Needle Chart

Fabrics Thread Needle (DB x 1) size
Light weight Crepe de chine, Fine silk
Voile, Lawn, Fine Cotton
Organdy, Fine Synthetic 9 or 11
Georgette, Tricot Covered Polyester

Medium Linens, Cotton, 50 silk

weight Pique, Serge, 50 to 80 Cotton 11 or 14
Double Knits, 50 to 60 Synthetic
Percale Cotton Covered Polyester
Denim, Tweed, 50 silk
Heavy weight Gabardine, 40 to 50 Cotton 14, 16 or 18
Coating, Drapery 40 to 50 Synthetic
and Upholstery Cotton Covered Polyester
Fabric

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Balancing Needle Thread Tension
The needle thread and bobbin thread should interlock
in the center of two layers of the fabric in straight
seams.

Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension

Test the bobbin thread tension by holding the end of the
bobbin thread and suspending the bobbin case as
illustrated. Then jerk the bobbin case once by flicking
your wrist.

q If the thread comes out of the bobbin case

continuously, and the bobbin case keeps falling, the
bobbin thread tension is too loose.
Make a slight adjustment by turning the screw
w clockwise with the small screwdriver.
q To tighten

If the thread does not come out of the bobbin case at

all, the bobbin thread tension is too tight.
Make a slight adjustment by turning the screw
counterclockwise with the small screwdriver.
w To loosen

Adjusting Needle Thread Tension

w Needle thread tension is too tight:

q
If the bobbin thread r shows through on
r the right side of the fabric q and it feels
bumpy, loosen the needle thread tension
by turning the dial to the left.

q Right side of the fabric

w Wrong side of the fabric
e Needle thread
r Bobbin thread
w
Needle thread tension is too loose:
q e If the needle thread e loops on the wrong
side of the fabric w, tighten the needle
thread tension by turning the dial to the
right.

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HOW TO SEW
Test Stitching
NOTE:
Thread take-up Raise the thread take-up lever to its highest
lever position, otherwise the needle thread may slip
out from the needle eye.
q
Before you start sewing your garment, try test
stitching with the same thread and fabric as your
z garment.

z Turn the stitch length adjustment dial q to

adjust the stitch length.
Slide the needle and bobbin threads to the back
under the presser foot. Use the same fabric for
actual sewing.

x x Turn the handwheel w toward you to lower the

needle into the fabric.

c Set the speed control slider to (slow) until

c
you get used to the sewing speed.
Lower the presser foot lifter e.
Press the foot control r to start sewing.

v t v Check the sewing result and adjust the needle

thread tension t as necessary.

b Press the auto thread cutter button y to trim the

threads.
You can continue sewing without pulling the
b bobbin thread up to the needle plate after
trimming the threads.
u
* Use the thread cutter u on the face cover if the
y thread is thicker than #30.

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Securing a Seam
• By reverse stitching
The machine will sew in reverse as long as the
reverse stitch lever is pressed.
Secure the beginning and end of a seam by
sewing in reverse for about 1 cm (3/8˝).

1cm
(3/8˝)

1cm
(3/8˝)

• By knotting the threads

Pull the bobbin thread to bring the needle thread to

the wrong side of fabric.
Tie the threads together. Trim the remaining
threads.

Turning a Square Corner

Stop the machine a few stitches before the end of
the seam.
Press the up/down needle button a few times until
the needle falls on the end of the seam.

Raise the presser foot.

Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the

sewing direction.
Lower the presser foot and start sewing in a new
direction.

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Using the Cloth Guide

w Attach the cloth guide to the needle plate with the

q
screw q.
Adjust the position of the cloth guide w and tighten
the screw q.

Place the fabric with its edge e against the cloth

guide and sew.

Rolled Hem
Attach the hemmer foot w to the presser foot bar.
q Tighten the setscrew q using the large screw-
driver.
q Setscrew
w Rolled hem

Fold the edge of the fabric twice, 6 cm (2 3/8˝) in

r length and 0.3 cm (1/8˝) in width.
Trim the corner 0.5 cm (3/16˝) r by 0.8 cm (1/4˝) t
for easier insertion of the hem into the foot.
t
e e Wrong side of the fabric
y r 0.5 cm (3/16˝)
t 0.8 cm (1/4˝)
y Curl of the foot

e Position the fabric aligning the edge of hem with the

curl of the foot y.
Lower the foot and sew 1–2 cm (1/2˝–1˝) while
pulling both threads to the back.
Stop the machine and lower the needle into the
fabric. Raise the foot and insert the folded portion of
the fabric into the curl of the foot.

Lower the foot, and then sew while lifting up the

edge of the fabric to keep it feeding smoothly and
evenly.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook and Feed Dog

CAUTION:
r e Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine
before cleaning.

w z Remove the needle and presser foot.

x Remove the hook cover plate q and open the
hook cover w.
c Loosen the setscrew e and remove the needle plate r.
v Clean the hook t and feed dog y with a lint brush u.
b After cleaning the machine, attach the needle plate r,
q needle and presser foot.
q Hook cover plate
w Hook cover
e Setscrew
r Needle plate
t Hook
y Feed dog
u u Lint brush

Oiling the Machine

NOTE:
Unplug the machine before oiling.
q
Oil the points as shown (q, w and e) with two or three
drops of oil. Use only sewing machine oil MO-70 for this
sewing machine.
Oil the machine once a day if you use the machine
frequently.

Use a soft, dry cloth to remove excess oil.

Remove the bobbin case from the hook when you oil the
hook race.
After oiling, stitch a piece of waste fabric to absorb excess
oil.
e

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Replacing the Light Bulb

CAUTION:
Turn the power off before replacing the light bulb.
The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down before
touching it.

q Setscrew
w Face cover
w e Lamp socket
r Light bulb

To remove:
q Remove the setscrew q.
Remove the face cover w.
Pull out the bulb r from the lamp socket e.

To replace:
Insert a new bulb into the opening of the socket e.
Attach the face cover w with the setscrew and cap.

e
Replace the bulb with the same type, rated 12 V, 5 W.

Replacing the Light Bulb on the Underside of the Sewing Arm

Lay the machine on its back.

Detach the lamp window q from the machine with the

q screw driver as shown.
Pull out the light bulb e from the socket.

e
Insert a new bulb into the socket w.
w
Attach the lamp window q into the opening on the
machine.
q Lamp window
w Lamp socket
q e Light bulb

Replace the bulb with the same type, rated 12 V, 5 W.

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Troubleshooting

Condition Cause Reference

The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 10
breaks. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. See page 13
3. The needle is bent or blunt. See page 12
4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. See page 12
5. The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set under
the presser foot when starting sewing. See page 11
6. The thread is either too heavy or too fine for the needle. See page 12

The bobbin thread 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin
breaks. holder. See page 9
2. Lint has collected in the hook race. See page 17
3. The bobbin is damaged and doesn't turn smoothly. Replace the bobbin.

The needle breaks. 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted. See page 12

2. The needle clamp screw is loose. See page 12
3. The needle is too fine for the fabric being used. See page 12

Skipped stitches 1. The needle is incorrectly inserted, bent or blunt. See page 12
2. The needle and/or fabrics are not suitable for the work being
sewn. See page 12
3. The needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 10
4. A poor quality needle is being used. Change the needle.

Seam puckering 1. The needle thread tension is too tight. See page 13
2. The needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 10
3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn. See page 12
4. The stitch length is too long for the fabric. Make the stitch shorter

The cloth is not 1. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 17
feeding smoothly. 2. The stitches are too fine. Make the stitch longer

Stitches form loops 1. The needle thread tension is too loose. See page 13
below the fabric. 2. The needle is either too heavy or too fine for the thread. See page 12

The machine does 1. The machine is not plugged in. See page 4
not work. 2. Thread has been caught in the hook race. See page 17

The machine does 1. Thread has been caught in the hook race. See page 17
not run smoothly and 2. Lint has built up in the hook race. See page 17
is noisy. 3. The machine needs oiling. See page 17

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