Topics
Introduction
Getting Ready
Basic Operation
Sewing Basics
Utility Stitches
Character/Decorative Stitches
Basic Embroidery
Embroidery Functions
Various Embroidery Patterns
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Appendix
- Specifications
- Stitch Chart
INDEX

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Knee Lifter
Straight Stitch Needle Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot
External Guideline Marker
Compact Dual Feed Foot
Twin Needle

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Topics
- Discover From Pictures
  - Featured Included Accessories
  - Screen Images
- Getting Inspired
- Frequently Viewed
- Overview
Introduction
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Trademarks
- Copyright and License
- Precaution for Wireless Connection
Getting Ready
- Names of Machine Parts
  - Main Parts
  - Needle and Presser Foot Section
  - Embroidery Unit
  - Operation Buttons
- Turning the Machine ON/OFF
  - Setting Your Machine for the First Time
- LCD Screen
  - Home Page Screen
  - Sewing Screen
  - Embroidery Screen
- Wireless Network Connection Functions
  - Operations Available with a Wireless Network Connection
  - Enabling a Wireless Network Connection
  - Using the Wizard to Set Up the Wireless Network Connection
- Machine Settings
  - Sewing Settings
  - General Settings
  - Embroidery Settings
  - Wireless LAN Settings
  - Setting the Power Saving Mode
- Machine Help
  - Operation Guide Function
  - Sewing Guide Function
  - Instructional Videos
  - Stitch Pattern Explanation Function
- Included Accessories
  - Flat Bed Attachment
  - Bobbin Clips
  - Spool Stand
Basic Operation
- Winding/Installing the Bobbin
  - Winding the Bobbin
  - Winding the Bobbin without Removing the Upper Thread
  - Installing the Bobbin
  - Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread
- Upper Threading
- Changing the Needle
- Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations
  - Transparent Nylon Thread
  - Sewing Character Stitch Patterns and Decorative Stitch Patterns (Needles and Threads)
  - Embroidery Needles
- Changing the Presser Foot
  - Replacing the Presser Foot
  - Removing/Attaching the Presser Foot Holder
  - Attaching the Presser Foot with the Included Adapter
  - Inserting the Plug of the Attachment
Sewing Basics
- Stitch Types and Key Functions
  - Utility Stitches
  - Character/Decorative Stitches
- Basic Sewing
  - Foot Controller
  - Reverse Stitches/Reinforcement Stitches
- Stitch Settings
  - Stitch Width/Stitch Length/“L/R Shift”
  - Thread Tension
  - Saving Your Stitch Settings
- Sewing Functions
  - Automatic Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching
  - Automatic Thread Cutting
  - Pivoting
  - Automatic Presser Foot Raising Function
  - Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure)
  - Curve Sewing Mode
  - Needle Position - Stitch Placement
  - Automatic Presser Foot Lowering Function and Thread Cutting Function
- Sewing Accessories
  - Knee Lifter
  - Straight Stitch Needle Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot
  - External Guideline Marker
  - Compact Dual Feed Foot
  - Twin Needle
- Sewing Tips
  - Trial Sewing
  - Changing Sewing Direction
  - Sewing Various Fabrics
Utility Stitches
- Straight Stitches
  - Changing the Needle Position
  - Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover (with Mark)
  - Basting
  - Dart Seam
  - Gathering
  - Flat Fell Seam
  - Pintuck
- Zigzag Stitches
  - Using the Cord Guide Bobbin Cover
- Overcasting
  - Using Overcasting Foot “G”
  - Using Zigzag Foot “J”
- Quilting
  - Piecing
  - Piecing Using the 1/4" Piecing Foot with Guide
  - Quilting
  - Appliqué
  - Quilting with Satin Stitches
  - Free Motion Quilting
- Blind Hem Stitches
- Shell Tuck Stitches
- Scallop Stitches
- Smocking Stitches
- Fagoting
- Attaching Tape or Elastic
- Buttonholes
  - One-Step Buttonholes
  - Four-Step Buttonholes
- Darning
- Bar Tacks
  - Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics
- Button Sewing
  - Attaching 4-Hole Buttons
  - Attaching a Shank to the Button
- Eyelet
- Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch)
- Zipper Insertion
  - Centered Zipper
  - Inserting a Side Zipper
- Stitch Tapering Function (Changing the Start and End Angles of the Stitch Pattern)
  - Method 1: Begin Changing the Angle at the End of Sewing by Pressing the “Reverse Stitch” Button
  - Method 2: Sewing a Specified Number of Stitch Patterns
  - Saving Settings
  - Retrieving Saved Settings
Character/Decorative Stitches
- Sewing Decorative Stitch Patterns
- Combining Stitch Patterns
  - Inserting Stitch Patterns
- Making Adjustments
- Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
- Using the Memory Function
  - Saving Stitch Patterns
  - Retrieving Stitch Patterns
- MY CUSTOM STITCH
  - Retrieving Saved Stitch Patterns
Basic Embroidery
- Embroidery Step by Step
- Attaching Embroidery Foot
- Attaching the Embroidery Unit
- Preparing the Fabric
  - Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric
  - Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame
- Attaching the Embroidery Frame
- Selecting Patterns
  - Selecting Embroidery Patterns
  - Selecting Character Patterns
  - Selecting Frame Patterns
  - Combining Patterns
- Editing Patterns
- Confirming the Pattern Position
  - Viewing the Embroidery Screen
  - Checking the Needle Drop Point with the Embroidery Foot “UH+” with LED Pointer
- Embroidering a Pattern
  - Embroidering Attractive Finishes
- Adjustments During the Embroidery Process
  - If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Runs out of Thread During Embroidering
  - Resuming Embroidery after Turning off the Power
- Making Embroidery Adjustments
  - Adjusting Thread Tension
  - Adjusting the Bobbin Case (with No Color on the Screw)
- Using the Memory Function
  - Saving Embroidery Patterns
  - Retrieving Embroidery Patterns
Embroidery Functions
- Pattern Edit Functions
  - Moving/Rotating the Pattern
  - Selecting Multiple Patterns at the Same Time
  - Grouping Patterns
  - Previewing the Pattern
  - Changing the Size and the Density of the Pattern
  - Creating Repeated Patterns
  - Changing the Thread Color
  - Aligning the Embroidery Patterns
- Character Pattern Edit Functions
- Embroidering Functions
  - Aligning the Pattern and the Needle
  - Checking the Pattern Position
  - The 2-Point Embroidery Positioning Function
  - Basting Embroidery
  - Thread Color Sorting
  - Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function (End Color Trim)
  - Using the Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim)
- Embroidering Functions of the Machine Settings
  - Adjusting the Embroidery Speed
  - Changing the Thread Color Display
Various Embroidery Patterns
- Embroidering the Pattern Repeatedly
- Embroidering Linked Characters
- Appliqué Patterns
  - Appliqué 1
  - Appliqué 2
- Creating an Appliqué Piece
- Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué
  - Method 1
  - Method 2
- Embroidering Couching Patterns
  - Embroidery Couching
  - Crochet Couching
- Embroidering Split Embroidery Patterns
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Care and Maintenance
  - Cleaning the LCD
  - Cleaning the Machine Surface
  - Restrictions on Oiling
  - Precautions on Storing the Machine
  - Cleaning the Race
  - Removing/Attaching the Needle Plate
- Updating Your Machine’s Software
  - Update Procedure Using USB Media
  - Update Procedure Using Wireless LAN Connection
- Before Lending or Disposing of the Product
- Adjusting the Screen
  - Calibrating the Touch Screen
- Troubleshooting
  - Frequently Asked Questions
  - Upper Thread is Too Tight
  - Tangled Thread on Wrong Side of Fabric
  - Incorrect Thread Tension
  - Fabric is Caught in the Machine and Cannot be Removed
  - If the Thread Becomes Tangled under the Bobbin Winder Seat
  - List of Symptoms
- Error Messages
Appendix
- Specifications
- Stitch Chart
  - Utility Stitches
  - Decorative Stitches
  - Character Stitches
INDEX

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