SEWINGSewing Basics412' Press the “Start/Stop” button to startsewing.* Guide the fabric lightly by hand.( Press the “Start/Stop” button again to stopsewing.) Press the “Thread Cutter” button to trimthe threads.! The needle will return to the up positionautomatically.* When the needle has stopped moving, raisethe presser foot and remove the fabric.■ Using the Foot ControllerYou can also use the foot controller to start and stopsewing.! Pull the retractable cord out from the footcontroller to the desired length, and theninsert the foot controller plug into its jackon the machine.a Foot controllerb Foot controller jackCAUTION• Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button afterthe threads have been cut. Doing so couldtangle the thread or break the needle anddamage the machine.• Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button whenthere is no fabric set in the machine or duringmachine operation. The thread may tangle,possibly resulting in damage.Note• When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylonthread, or other decorative threads, use thethread cutter on the side of the machine.MemoThis machine is equipped with a bobbin threadsensor that warns you when the bobbin threadis almost empty. When the bobbin thread isnearly empty, the machine automaticallystops. However, if the “Start/Stop” button ispressed, a few stitches can be sewn. If thewarning displays, re-thread the machineimmediately.CAUTIONDo not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect inthe foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire oran electric shock.Memo• When the foot controller is being used, the“Start/Stop” button has no effect on sewing.• The foot controller cannot be used whenembroidering. The foot controller can beused for sewing utility and decorativestitches when the embroidery unit isattached.NoteDo not pull retractable cord out beyond the redmark.ba
