Innov-is A80

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting

Basic operations and sewing [Video instructions]

Video instructions for Basic operation and sewing.

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  • These movies are being streamed from YouTube. (Opening new window.)
  • Products used in the videos may differ in appearance or the operation panel and keys from the ones you use.
  • Video contents may change without prior notice.

 

1. Getting Ready

[1-01] Winding and Installing the bobbin

[1-01] Winding and Installing the bobbin

Let's take a look at how to wind the bobbin and set the lower thread.

 

  • Only use the plastic bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type.

[1-02] Upper threading

[1-02] Upper threading

Let's take a look at how to pass the upper thread into the machine and thread the needle.

 

  • Make sure to raise the needle using the needle position button before upper threading.

[1-03] Replacing the needle

[1-03] Replacing the needle

Let's take a look at how to change the needle.

 

[1-04] Replacing the presser foot

[1-04] Replacing the presser foot

Let's take a look at how to replacing the presser foot.

 

  • Use the appropriate presser foot for the type of stitch that you wish to sew.
    For details on the presser foot that should be used with the selected stitch, refer to "Stitch Chart" on the operational manual.

 

 

2. Basic Operation

[2-01] Selecting a stitch pattern

[2-01] Selecting a stitch pattern

Let's take a look at how to select a stitch turning the stitch pattern selection dial.

 

The pattern built into the product varies depending on models.

[2-02] Basic sewing

[2-02] Basic sewing

Let's start sewing to use the straight stitch.

In the latter part of the movie, it shows you how to sew using the zigzag stitch.

 

  • The operation panel differs depending on models. Refer to the operation to select a pattern for your model.
  • The stitch number differs depending on models.

[2-03] Sewing reverse stitches

[2-03] Sewing reverse stitches

Let's try reverse sewing.

In the latter part of the movie, it shows you how to sew using the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching function.

 

[2-04] Adjusting the stitch length and width

[2-04] Adjusting the stitch length and width

Let's take a look at how to adjust the stitch length and width.

 

 

[2-05] Adjusting the thread tension

[2-05] Adjusting the thread tension

Let's check the thread tension.

 

  • Before starting your sewing project, we recommend sewing trial stitches using thread and a piece of fabric that are the same as those used for your project. While checking the sewing results, adjust the thread tension.

 

 

3. Maintenance

[3-01] Cleaning the race

[3-01] Cleaning the race

Let's take a look at how to clean the race.

 

 

 

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Advanced Operation

Various sewing and application

 

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