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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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EURO-PRO Operating LLC, 94 Main Mill Street, Door 16, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

4400 Bois Franc,St. Laurent, QC,H4S 1A7

377/374/373/372

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following.

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

This sewing machine is designed for household use.

DANGER-

TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

Warning

-To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons...

or near children.

recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair,electrical or mechanical adjustment.

the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12. Do not use bent needles.

threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot and the like.

15. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,

16. Always unplug before replacing lamp. Replace bulb with the same rated 15 watts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Contents

Principal parts

How to connect the machine to the power supply

How to use the foot control

How to replace the sewing lamp

Changing the needle

Thread and needle chart

To select a suitable needle

Removing and attaching the presser foot

Regulating the thread tension

Reverse stitch

The pattern selector

Removing the bobbin case and bobbin

Winding the bobbin

Threading the bobbin case

Threading the needle

Drawing up the bobbin thread

Straight stitch and zigzag stitch

Changing sewing direction

Fastening seams

Triple stretch stitch

Tricot zigzag stitch

Smocking stitch

Overlock stitch

Double action stitch

Double overlock stitch

Sewing buttonholes

Sewing zippers

Hemming

Sewing blind hems

Sewing embroidery

Darning plate

Buttons

Cleaning the feed dog

Cleaning the shuttle race

Free arm sewing

Trouble shooting: causes and remedies

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PRINCIPAL PARTS ( Model 377

)

1.Bobbin winder thread guide

2.Thread tension dial

3.Pattern selector dial

4.Bobbin winder spindle

5.Bobbin winder stopper

6.Balance wheel

7.Stitch length dial

8.Reverse button

9.Needle clamp and screw

10.Shuttle cover

11.Presser foot

12.Presser foot thumb screw

13.Needle

14.Screw for face plate

15.Face plate

16.Extension table

17.Stitch display

18.Presser foot lifter

(Accessories storage compartment)

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PRINCIPAL PARTS

(

Model 374

)

1.Bobbin winder thread guide

2.Thread tension dial

3.Pattern selector dial

4.Bobbin winder spindle

5.Bobbin winder stopper

6.Balance wheel

7.Stitch length dial

8.Reverse button

9.Needle clamp and screw

10.Shuttle cover

11.Presser foot

12.Presser foot thumb screw

13.Needle

14.Screw for face plate

15.Face plate

16.Extension table

17.Stitch display

18.Presser foot lifter

(Accessories storage compartment)

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(Accessories storage compartment)

HOW TO CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SUPPLY

1.Fit the machine plug into the machine.

2.Plug the power cord to the power supply.

Note:*Before plugging in the machine, ensure the voltage and

number of cycles indicated, conforms to your electrical

power supply.

HOW TO USE THE FOOT CONTROL

Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control. The harder you press on the controller, the faster the machine runs.

Note:*By releasing the controller, the machine stops running auto-

matically.

*Before using the machine, practice controlling the speed

without threading.

HOW TO REPLACE THE SEWING LAMP

The sewing lamp is located behind the face plate.

Remove the face plate by loosing the screw of the face plate.

Bulb type: To remove...Unscrew

To replace...Screw

Note:*Before replacing a bulb, disconnect the machine from the

power supply.

*Bulbs are available from sewing machine retailers.(Use a

15-Watt bulb)

Caution!

Before leaving the machine, changing parts or doing any other work on it, always disconnect the plug from the wall socket.

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PRINCIPAL PARTS

( Model 373/372)

1.Bobbin winder thread guide

2.Thread tension dial

3.Pattern selector dial

4.Bobbin winder spindle

5.Bobbin winder stopper

6.Balance wheel

7.Stitch display

8.Reverse button

9.Needle clamp and screw

10.Shuttle cover

11.Presser foot

12.Presser foot thumb screw

13.Needle

14.Screw for face plate

15.Face plate

16.Extension table

17.Presser foot lifter

Switch

THREAD AND NEEDLE CHART

FABRICS

LIGHT

WEIGHT

MEDIUM

WEIGHT

HEAVY

WEIGHT

Sheer cottons, Silk,

Synthetics, Georgette

Medium Weight Cottons, Synthetics,

Poplin, Velvet, Light Weight Woollens

Heavy Weight Cottons, Denim

Tweed, Gaberdine, Drapery

THREADS

Fine Silk

Fine Cotton

Fine Synthetic

Fine Cotton Covered Polyester

50 silk

50 to 80 Cotton

50 to 60 Synthetic

Cotton Covered Polyester

50 Silk

40 to 50 Cotton

40 to 50 Synthetic

Cotton Covered Polyester

NEEDLE SIZE

9 or 11

11 or 14

14 or 16

Note: *In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing thin fabrics, and thicker threads and needles are

used for sewing heavy fabrics, Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will

be used for actual sewing.

*Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.

*When sewing stretch, very fine fabrics and synthetics, use a STRETCH needle. The STRETCH

needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

*When sewing very fine fabrics, sew over a piece of paper to prevent yarn distortion.

CHANGING THE NEEDLE

1. Turn the balance wheel towards you until the needle is in

its highest position.

2. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning its top edge

towar ds you. Remove the needle from the clamp.

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3. Place the new needle into the needle clamp with it s flat

side f acing away from you. Push the needle up into needle

clamp as far as possible.

4. Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly.

TO SELECT A SUITABLE NEEDLE

Stem stretch needle

A number indicating the size of needle is marked on the stem. The higher the number, the thicker the needle.

A STRETCH needle is

recommended for stretch fabrics.

is bent or blunted.

(4)

(3)

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REMOVING AND ATTACHING THE PRESSER FOOT

To Remove:

1. Turn the balance wheel towards you until the needle is at its highest position.

2. By lifting the lever on the back of the foot holder, the presser foot will drop off.

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Note: *Do not force the presser foot to remove it.

To Attach:

1. Place the presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the

foot holder. Lower the foot holder.

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2. When the presser foot lifter is raised youll fin d the presser foot is locked in place.

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1 lever groove pin presser foot lifter

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REGULATING THE THREAD TENSION

Generally, should any tension adjustment be necessary, the adjustment can normally be made by regulating the upper thread tension dial only. Bobbin thread tension has been adjusted at the factory and readjustment is seldom required except for special instances, thread and fabric.

Bobbin thread tension is just right when you can pull the thread from bobbin case easily with a little resistance.

Thread tension may be adjusted by tightening or loosening the thread tension dial.

Properly adjusted thread tension for straight sewing

The needle thread and the bobbin thread should interiock in the center of two layers of fabric

The needle thread is too tight

The bobbin thread appears on the upper surface of the fabrics

Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the dial to the lower number

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How to adjust the bobbin thread tension

To increase tension, turn screw clock wise.

The needle thread is too loose

To decrease tension.

turn screw counterclock wise.

The needle thread appears on the underside of the fabrics

Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial to the higher number

Remember the higher the number, the tighter the tension. Correctly balanced tensions for one fabric may not be suitable for another. The required tension depends upon the stiffness of fabric, thickness of the fabric, numbers of layers of fabric being sewn, as well as the type of stitch you are making. It is better to test the stitching on a scrap of the fabric you are using before starting to make a garment. The general range for many fabrics is 3-5.

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STITCH LENGTH DIAL (

Model 377 and 374 only)

To change the length of the stitches proceed as follows:

Tu r n t h e d i a l s o t h a t t h e n u m b e r f o r t h e r e q u i r e d s t i t c h l e n g t h i s a t s e t t i n g m a r k . T h e n u m b e r s i n d i c a t e t h e a p p r o x i m a t e s t i t c h l e n g t h i n m m . T h e s m a l l e r t h e n u m b e r s , t h e s h o r t e r t h e s t i t c h .

Model 374

Model 377 setting mark stitch lengths

REVERSE STITCH: (

Model EP 377/374/373/372

)

Press center of the stitch length dial (reversing button) and hold for reverse stitching. Fabric will immediately start feeding backwards. Release button and machine will resume normal forward sewing. Very useful for fastening ends of seams and darts without having to tie threads, and for strengthening seams.

Model EP 377 Model 374 Model 373/372

THE PATTERN SELECTOR

(

Model 377

)

The desired pattern can be selected by turning the pattern selector dial. The marks on the dial correspond to the patterns shown on the panel respectively, as follows;

M( ) straight stitch, middle needle position

O( ) straight stitch, left needle position

1-5( 54321) zigzag stitch with variable width

A( ) tricot stitch

B( ) stretch blind stitch

C( ) double action stitch

D( ) reverse blind stitch automatic buttonhole sewing

SS

SS

Selecting Stretch Stitch:

When sewing stretch stitch, set the stitch length dial at

S.S. .

When you release the engagement on the dial, the stretch stitch mechanism will be off automatically.

M( ) triple straight stretch stitch, middle needle

position.

O( ) triple straight stretch stitch, left needle

position.

1-5( 54321) triple zigzag stretch stitch or ric-rac stitch

A( ) smocking stitch

B( ) fancy stretch stitch or blanket stitch

C( ) double overlock stitch

D( ) overlock stitch

Standard djustment

Turn the stitch length dial so that the SS mark is uppermost.

This is a standard adjustment for most types of fabric.

For different types of fabric, adjustment may be necessary.

To shorten the stretch stitches, turn the dial slightly to-

On most fabrics, these adjustments allow for various pattern possibilities.

be within the SS range - (see drawing).

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THE PATTERN SELECTOR

( Model 374)

The desired pattern can be selected by turning the pattern selector dial. The marks in the stitch display correspond to the patterns shown on the panel respectively, as follows:

A ( ) straight stitch, middle needle position

B ( ) straight stitch, left needle position

C ( ) zigzag stitch with variable width

D ( ) tricot stitch

E ( ) stretch blind stitch

F ( ) double action stitch

G ( ) reverse blind stitch automatic buttonhole sewing

THE PATTERN SELECTOR ( Model 373/372)

1 - 3

( ) straight stitch

4-6

( ) zigzag stitch

7 ( ) triple zigzag stretch stitch

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( ) triple straight stretch stitch

9 ( ) overlock stitch

10

( ) smocking stitch

11 ( ) tricot stitch

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( ) shell stitch

( ) automatic buttonhole sewing

RE MOVING THE BOBBIN CASE AND BOBBIN

1. Raise the presser foot and turn the balance wheel towards

you until the thread takd-up lever is at its highest position.

2. Open the shuttle cover.

Open

3. Open hinged latch of bobbin case and pull bobbin case out of

machine.

Release the latch and the bobbin will fall out. As long as you hold the bobbin case latch open, the bobbin cannot drop out.

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WINDING THE BOBBIN

1. Draw thread from spool through

bobbin winder tension disc as shown.

2. Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin

as shown.

3. Push bobbin winder shaft to far left position,

if it is not already there. Place bobbin onto

shaft with end of thread coming from top of

bobbin. Push bobbin winder shaft to right

until it clicks. Hold onto end of thread.

4. Start machine. The thread that is held will

snap or may be trimmed with a scissors,

Bobbin will cease turning when completely

filled. Push shaft to left to remove bobbin.

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When the bobbin winding is incorrect, release the screw of the upper thread guide and adjust the thread guide up or down until the winding of the bobbin is balanced.

THREADING THE BOBBIN CASE

Hold the bobbin between the thumb and forefinger of your right hand and pull off about 15cm (6 inches) of thread.

1. Hold the bobbin case in your left hand as shown and place

the filled bobbin inside.

2. Pull the thread into the slot in the edge of the bobbin case.

3. Now pull the thread under the tension spring and into the

thread eyelet.

To insert the bobbin case and bobbin......

Ensure that about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread extends out of bobbin. Hold the bobbin case so that long finger on case points up. Open the latch of bobbin case. Slip the bobbin case over the center pin of hook and press in place until the long finger of the bobbin case enters the notch entirely to lock the bobbin in place. Release latch and press it down.

9 bobbin case bobbin slot tension spring eyelet latch long finger notch latch

THREADING THE NEEDLE

Install the spool pin behind the machine

(as shown in fig A ).

Place spool on spool pin, with thread coming from the back of the spool. Place the take - up lever 5 in the highest position.

6, 7, 8

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1

2

5

4

B

A fig A

1. Raise the presser foot using the foot lever

marked B .

2. Draw the thread through the thread

guides on the top cover as drawing in, .¢Ù¢Ú

3. Hold the spool still with right hand, pull

the end of the thread between the

tension disk as shown in .¢Û

4. Following the slotted threading path,

pull the thread down to thethread check

spring (inside) and lead it across from

left to right.

5. Pull the thread upward and slip into

the slotted hole of thread take-up level

from left to fight

5

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inches) long underneath the presser

foot.

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2

3

4

5

B

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DRAWING UP THE BOBBIN THREAD

1.Hold the end of the needle thread with your left hand.

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2.Turn the balance wheel slowly towards you with your right

hand until the needle goes down and comes up. Then stop

the balance wheel when the take-up lever is at its highest

position.

Lightly draw up the needle thread forming a loop with the

bobbin thread.

3.Puil about 15cm (6 inches) of both threads away from you

under the presser foot.

2 needle thread bobbin thread

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STRAIGHT STITCH AND ZIGZAG STITCH

Presser foot

Pattern selector

Stitch length dial

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 zigzag foot

Model 373/372

M ( ) or

O ( )

A ( ) or

B ( )

(for straight gtitch)

(for straight stitch)

C ( ) (for zigzag stitch)

( ) (for straight stitch)

( ) (for zigzag stitch)

1 - 5 (54321) (for zigzag stitch)

0.3-4

0.3-4

needle thread

Starting Sewing

1. Be sure both the threads are drawn back under the presser foot.

2. While holding the threads with your left hand, turn the balance

wheel toward you to bring the needle into the fabric where you

wish to start sewing.

3. Lower the presser foot, and press the speed controller gently,

then start sewing slowly.

*Sew a few reverse stitches by pushing reverse button for

reinforcing the end of seams.

*Raise the needle to its highest position before turning the

pattern selector dial and stitch width dial.

zigzag foot

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Changing Sewing Directions

1. Stop the machine, and turn the balance wheel toward you to

bring the needle down into the fabric. Raise the presser foot.

2. Pivot the fabric around the needle to change direction as

desired.

3. Lower the presser foot and continue sewing.

Fastening Seams

1. For fastening the ends of seams, press in the reversing

button and sew several reverse stitches.

2. To remove the fabric, raise the presser foot and draw the

fabric away from you.

3. Cut threads on thread cutter at the rear of presser bar or

with a pair of scissors.

Leave about 15 cm (6 inches) of hread hanging from the

needle eye.

thread cutter

TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH (Model 374/373/372)

If you wish to sew stretch fabrics, this is the right stitch to avoid thread breaking. This is also very suitalbe for seams that need great strength,e.g.crutch seams or pocket seams.

TRIPLE STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH

TRIPLE ZIGZAG STRETCH STITCH

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 Model 373/372 zigzag foot

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 Model 373/372 zigzag foot

Pattern selector M( ) 8( ) Pattern selector O( ) 7( )

Stitch length dial

S.S.

Stitch length dial

S.S.

Note: * Use a STRETCH needle.

The blue tipped shank needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

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TRICOT ZIGZAG STITCH

This stitch is very suitable for darning tears. It can also be used for reinforcing stretch materials and sewing on fabric parts.

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 zigzag foot

Model 373/372 zigzag foot

Pattern selector

A ( )

D ( )

11( )

Stitch length dial

0.3 to 4

0.5 to 4

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Note: *Use a STRETCH needle.

The stretch needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

SMOCKING STITCH

With a narrow strip of fabric directly under the line of gathering, stitch over the gathers. The design will be a series of small diamonds.

When smocking a garment, the stitching should be done before the piece is sewn into the garment.

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 Model 373/372 zigzag foot

Pattern selector

A ( )

10( )

Stitch length dial

S.S.

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OVERLOCK STITCH

With this seam it is possible to prevent raw edges, especially on easilyfraying fabrics,with a good-locking and lasting edge finish.

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 Model 373/372 zigzag foot

9( )

Pattern selector

Stitch length dial

D ( )

S.S.

Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are made over the edge.

Lower the presser foot and start sewing.

Guide the material lightly as shown.

Sew on a piece of waste fabric to check the machine setting.

The overlock stitches are formed correctly when the needle sews to the right and just misses the fabric edge.

The stretch needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

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DOUBLE ACTION STITCH

This is a good stilch to use in attaching or binding elastic fabrics and stretch lace, lingerie stretch knit.

The stitch is decorative as well as useful.

Presser foot

Model 377 zigzag foot

Model 374 zigzag foot

Model 373/372

Pattern selector

C ( )

F( )

Stitch length dial 1 to 2.5

DECORATIVE EDGING

1 to 2.5

Turn the raw edgeunder 2cm and press. Place the fabric right side up with the middle of the turnover under the center of the presser foot, so that the stitch sews on to the fold and just over the raw edge underneath.

DOUBLE OVERLOCK STITCH

(Model EP 377 only)

Use this versatile stitch to insert elastic in garments.

Simply stitch elastic into place, making sure it is evenly spaced. To do this, mark the correct length piece into quarters, then match these markings with center front and side seams.

Presser foot zigzag foot

Pattern selector

Stitch length dial

C( )

S.S.

SEWING BUTTONHOLES

The built -in buttonhole mechanism of this machine makes it possible to sew button holes in a short time without turning the material.

Presser foot

Model 377/374 buttonhole foot

Model 373/372 buttonhole foot

Pattem selector

Stitch length dial

0.5 to 1

Raise the foot and the needle to its highest position. Replace the foot with the transparent buttonhole foot for sewing buttonholes.

Mark the location and the desired length of buttonhole on the fabric using a

, pencil or tailor s chalk.

Note:

(Model EP 377 and 374 only)

*To find the most suitable

stitch length, it is better

to sew a sample buttonhole

on a piece of waste fabric.

* When sewing very fine

fabrics and synthetics, de-

crease the pressure of foot

and sew over a piece of

paper to prevent yarn dis-

tortion.

* The mark on the stitch

length dial shows a range of

buttonhole sewing. An

adjustment can be made

by setting the mark, as

shown.

* Buttonhole stitch length is

adjustable only on one side.

coarse stitches for heavy fabrics dense stitches for light fabrics

Arrow

(Start here)

Foot

Sleigh buttonhole foot range of stitch length

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SEWING BUTTONHOLES (Model 377 and 374)

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throughthe opening in the buttonhole foot and draw both needle

and bobbin threads to the left side. Turn the balance wheel

towards you until the needle comes to the point

(1).

2.Lower the foot and sew slowly until the desired length is sewn,

then stop the machine at

(2).

(Model EP 377 and 374 only)

several stitches of bar tack until the needle is at point

(3).

4. Raise the needle and set the selector at then sewthe

right side of buttonhole the same length as the left side of

buttonhole. Stop the machine at

(4).

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stitches of final bar tack. Stop the machine with the needle at

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point of zigzag width). And sew a few stitches.

6. Cut thebuttonhole open carefully using a seam ripper, taking care

not to damage the bar tacks.

SEWING BUTTONHOLES (Model 373/372)

through the opening in the buttonhole foot and draw both of

needle and bobbin threads to the right side. Turn the balance

2. Lower the foot and sew slowly until a desired length is sewn,

then stop the machine at

(2).

several stitches of bar tack until the needle is at point

(3).

left side of buttonhole just as the same length as the right side of

buttonhole. Stop the machine at (4).

stitches of final bar tack. Stop the machine with the needle at

point

(5).

6. Cut the buttonhole open carefully using a seam ripper, taking

care not to damage the bar tacks.

Note: To make a heavier buttonhole, sew twice by repeating the

same procedure.

( Model 373/372 )

SEWING ZIPPERS

Presser foot

Model 377 zipper foot

Model 374 Model 373/372 zipper foot zipper foot

Zipper foot

Pattern selector

M( ) A( )

1-3( ) tape

Elements

Stitch length dial 1 to 4 1 to 4

Raise the foot and the needle to its highest position by turning the balance wheel towards you. Replace the foot with the zipper foot.

1. Pin or baste the zipper tape to the fabric and place the work-

piece in position under the foot.

Attach snap on zipper foot so that the needle passes on its left hand side.

* When starting sewing, both needle and bobbin threads ends

should be put away under the foot.

2. Sew on the right side of the zipper by guiding Zipper teeth

as close as possible to the needle drop. Before the foot reaches

the slider on the zipper tape, raise the foot and open the

zipper by keeping the needle in the fabric.

Lower the foot and sew on the remaining of the seam,

3. To sew the left side zipper change position of foot to bring

the foot to the left side of the needle. Sew on in the same

way as you did on the right side of zipper.

Elements

Fabric

Zipper foot

Tape

Slider

Element

Needle

Fabric

Element

Slider

Fia. 1

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HEMMING

(Model 377 only)

Presser foot

Pattern selector

Stitch length dial hemmer foot

M( )

1 to 4

Raise the foot and the needle to its highest position. Replace the foot with the hemmer foot.

Fold over the fabric edge by about 3mm (1/8 inches ) and place it under the foot. Secure the folded edge with a few stitches. Take out the workpiece and draw the hem into the hemmer foot by pulling on the threads.

Lower the foot and swe the hem.

During sewing, fold the fabric to the left a little and allow it to run into the hemmer foot.

Make sure that the fabric does not move under the right half of the foot. The fabric must be fed into the scroll of the hemmer sufficiently so that the workpiece edge runs freely through the groove under the foot.

3mm hemmer foot

SEWING BLIND HEMS

(Model 377/374/373/372)

Presser foot

Model 377 blind hem foot

Model 374 blind hem foot

Model 373/372

Pattern selector

B ( ) E( )

Stitch length dial

1 to 3

1 to 3

1. Turn up the hem to the desired width and press. ( Fig. 1)

2. Fold hem back against the right side of the garment with

top edge of hem extending about 4 mm (1/6 inches) to the

right side of the garment folded. (Fig. 2)

3. Place the garment under the foot so that double-folded edge

runs along the hemlguide and lower the foot.

Sew slowly for better control, making sure the narrow

zigzag stitches are sewn on the hem edge and wide zigzag

stitches will just catch one thread of folded edge. (Fig. 3)

4. Unfold the fabric and you will have a bling stitch hem

(Fig. 4)

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(Fig. 1)

,

,

4mm (1/6 )

(Fig. 2)

Guide adjusting screw

(Fig. 1)

Guide

Foided edge

(Fig. 3)

(Fig. 4)

SEWING EMBROIDERY

Presser foot

Pattern selector darning plate

( ) or zig zag

Raise and take off the foot.

Place the fabric in embroidery hoop. Place darning plate over needle plate (see below). Lower the presser foot lifter.

Hold the embroidery hoop firmly with your hand.

While sewing the desired pattern, move the embroidery hoop slowly and do not allow your fingers to get near the needle.

*Set the needle thread tension a little looser so that the bobbin

thread is not pulled through to the right side of fabric.

(See page 13).

*It is recommended to mark the required embroidery pattern

on the right side of the fabric with a pencil or tailor s chalk.

DARNING PLATE

There are a few times when you want to control the feeding of the fabric yourself. Raise needle to its highest position and raise presser foot. Place darning plate over needle plate aligning two pins of darning plate with holes of needle plate.

You may then determine the movement of the fabric yourself.

See above for embroidery.

embroidery hoop

BUTTONS

Presser foot

Pattern selector

Model 377 button foot

Model 374

Model 373/372 button foot

1-5(54321) 4-6( )

1. Align two holes of button with slot

of presser foot and lower foot to

hold the button securely.

2. Turn hand wheel manually until

needle point is just above button.

3. Adjust stitch selector so needle enters

right hole of button.

4. Turn hand wheel by hand so needle

enters second hole. The stitch selector

may need to be adjusted again. Stitch

a number of times.

NOTE:

You may find it helpful to use transparent tape to position your button and to keep it in place during sewing.

Tear away after stitching.

5. Finish sewing with an extra two

inches of thread remaining. Draw

these threads to reverse side of gar-

ment and tie.

Button foot

Holes of button

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Thread Shank

Sew-through buttons on coats and jackets should nave a thread shank to make them stand away from the fabric.

Place a straight pin or sewing machine needle on top of button between the holes, and sew over the pin or needle.

Pull thread to back of button and wind around stitches to form a firm shank.

Tie thread ends securely.

CLEANING THE FEED DOG

It is necessary to keep the feed dog teeth always cleaned in order to ensure smooth sewing.

1. Remove the needle and the presser foot.

2. Unscrew the needle plate set screws with a screw driver to take

off the needle plate from the machine.

3. With a brush, clean out dust and lint clogged on the feed dog

teeth.

4. Refit the needle plate.

CLEANING THE SHUTTLE RACE

Unplug the machine from the power supply.

To remove shuttle:

Raise needle to its highest position and remove bobbin case.

Turn levers away from shuttle and lift out retaining ring and shuttle, by grasping center pin.

Clean the reverse side of feed dog with a small brush. Remove lint and thread from all parts of shuttle and wipe with a lightly oiled cloth.

To reassemble:

Hold shuttle by center pin and fit carefully back into shuttle race, forming perfect circle with shuttle driver..

Replace retaining ring polished side out, making sure the bottom pin fits into notch. Lock retaining ring by turning levers back into position, Refit bobbin case with bobbin.

lever shuttle bobbin shuttle driver lever retaining ring bobbin case

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FREE ARM SEWING

This sewing machine can be used like a flat bed machine, but easily converts to a free arm machine by removing the extension table.

The free arm enables you to sew tubular types of pieces more easily.

Just slip the sleeve or pants leg on the free arm as shown above.

You will find many uses for this free arm feature such as:

1. Mend elbows and knees of garments more easily.

2. Sew in sleeves more easily. This is especially true when sewing

smaller garments.

3. Applique, embroider or hem around edges of cuffs or pants legs.

4. Sew in elastic casings in skirts or pants at the waist line.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

THREAD FORMS LOOPS

CAUSE

Thread tension not properly regulated

Needle thread properly threaded and/or bobbin thread not properly wound

Thread size not suited to fabric

Thread check spring not working properly

REMEDY

Read instructions for regulating needle-and bobbin thread tension

Thread machine properly and/or wing bobbin thread correctly

See Size of needle and thread

Have spring replaced

SHRINKING OR PUCKERING OF THE SEAM

Tension too tight

Sewing foot pressure too strong

Read instructions for regulating needle-and bobbin thread tensions

Read instructions for regulating sewing foot pressure

IRREGULAR STITCHES

Needle and bobbin threads of poor quality

Bobbin thread unevenly wound

Use top quality threads

Re-wind bobbin

MACHINE DOES NOT RUN FREELY AND MAKES A NOLSE

Machine needs oiling

Dust and thread in shuttle

Wrong oil used, has now clogged machine

Drive belt tension too tight

Read instructions on how to oil

Read instructions on how to clean shuttle race

Clean machine carefully and re-oil with top quality oil

Loosen tension of drive belt

TROUBLE SHOOTING: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

NEEDLE THREAD BREAKS

CAUSE

Needle not properly threaded

Thread tension too tight

Something wrong with the needle

Thread is too heavy for needle

Thread check spring is broken

Needle not properly inserted

Needle plate, shuttle or sewing foot damaged

Thread properly loosen tension

Replace needle

Change

Have a new spring fitted

Insert needle properly

Replace

BOBBIN THREAD BREAKS

Bobbin thread entangled because of incorrectly wound bobbin

Bobbin thread not under tension spring on bobbin case

Needle not properly fitted on needle bar

Needle bent or blunt

Needle worn

Wind bobbin correctly

Thread bobbin correctly

STITCHES ARE LEFT OUT

Fit needle properly

Replace

Replace

Needle bent

Needle not properly fitted

Fabric too heavy or too hard

You are pulling on the fabric

NEEDLE BREAKS

Replace

Fit needle properly

Use needle of correct size

Do not pull

REMEDY

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