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Insert needle flat side toward rear, fully against stopper pin; firmly tighten clamp screw.
Source evidence · 2 unique proof passages: Proof E1, Proof E2
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Automatic threader works well with threads #50-90 and needles #11-16, as well as blue tipped needle.
Source evidence · 2 unique proof passages: Proof E3, Proof E2
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Raise needle/foot and press red rear holder button to release foot; align foot pin beneath holder groove and lower holder to attach.
Source evidence · 3 unique proof passages: Proof E4, Proof E2, Proof E5
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Thread runs counterclockwise; guide through front notch then left between tension-spring blades and lightly into side notch; draw about10cm/4in rearward and replace cover.
Source evidence · 2 unique proof passages: Proof E6, Proof E2
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Right lowers feed dog for button sewing etc.; left raises when machine starts.
Source evidence · 2 unique proof passages: Proof E4, Proof E2
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9 Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle button and lower the presser foot. Turn off the power switch. 1 Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the clamp. q Needle clamp screw 2 Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side of the needle to the rear. When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it up against the stopper pin and tighten the needle clamp screw firmly. w Stopper pin e Flat side To check needle straightness, place the flat side of the needle onto something flat (a needle plate, glass etc.) The gap between the needle and the flat surface should be consistent. Never use a blunt needle. r Gap q w e r FABRIC Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy Net, Tulle Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine, Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen, Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de Soie, Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed Crepe, Qiana Single Knits, Jersey, Swimwear, and Tricot Leather Suede Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin, Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine, Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch Velour, Stretch Terry, Sweater Knits Leather, Vinyl, Suede Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur, Drapery Fabrics Leather, Suede Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics Topstitching for Special Finishes TYPE of NEEDLE Universal Ball Point Blue Tipped Needle Universal Blue Tipped Needle Ball Point Wedge Point Leather Needle Universal Ball Point Wedge Point Leather Needle Denim Needle Universal Wedge Point Leather Needle Universal Topstitching Needle WEIGHT Very Light Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy NEEDLE SIZE 9 (65) 9 (65) 11 (75) 11 (75) 12 (80) 11 (75) 11 (75) 11 (75) 14 (90) 14 (90) 14 (90) 16 (100) 16 (100) 16 (100) 18 (110) 16 (100) 14 (90) 1 2
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the followings: Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12 Volts, 5 Watts. WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children. 2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner’s manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner’s manual. 3. Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth. 5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 6. Do not use outdoors. 7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet. 9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 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. 13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. 14. Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.
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13 Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise the Presser Foot Lifter. Turn the power switch on. 2 Hold the needle thread with your finger and press the Up/Down needle button twice to pick up the bobbin thread. Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread. q Needle thread w Bobbin thread e Up/Down needle button 3 Slide 10 cm (4") of both threads to the back under the presser foot. Built-in Needle Threader 1 Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you. Turn the power switch off. Lower the presser foot. Depress the needle threader knob as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind. q Needle threader knob w Hook 2 Draw the thread down around the threader guide and under the hook. e Threader guide 3 Release the threader knob slowly while holding the thread end with your hand. A loop of the thread is pulled up through the needle eye. 4 Remove the loop from the threader and pull out the thread end from the needle eye. NOTES: The automatic threader works well with threads #50- 90 and needles #11-16, as well as the blue tipped needle. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 q w w e q w e q w r
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7 Changing the Presser Foot CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot. Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. To snap off: Raise the needle and presser foot. Press the red button on the back of the foot holder and the foot will drop. q Red Button To snap on: Place the presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. Lower the foot holder to lock the foot in place. w Groove e Pin Each foot is marked with a letter for identification. r Identification Letter Detaching and Attaching the Foot Holder WARNING: Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or attaching the foot holder. To detach: Raise the presser bar and turn the setscrew counterclockwise to remove the foot holder. q Setscrew w Foot holder To attach: Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar and insert the setscrew through the hole. Tighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise. q w e r w e q r q w q Dropping the Feed Dog The feed dog can be lowered by the drop feed lever for sewing on buttons etc. Shift the drop-feed lever to the right to lower the feed dog. Shift the lever to the left to raise the feed dog, it will return to the up position when the machine is started. q Down position w Up position e Feed dog r Hand wheel NOTE: The feed dog should be in the up position for regular sewing. Turn the handwheel toward you to check if the feed dog comes up after setting the lever in the up position.
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4 w q e r t y GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply Turn off the power switch. Insert the foot control plug into the machine socket. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn on the power switch. q Power Switch w Foot Control Plug e Machine Socket r Machine Plug t Power Supply Plug y Wall Outlet For Your Safety: While in operation, always keep your eyes on the sewing area, and do not touch any moving parts such as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or needle. Always turn off the power switch and unplug from the power supply: - when leaving the machine unattended. - when attaching or removing parts. - when cleaning the machine. Do not place anything on the foot control, otherwise the machine will run intermittently. When the power is turned on, the indicator window will show a test pattern then will indicate 01. Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed 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 Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed. The harder you press the foot control, the faster the machine runs. NOTES: The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the speed control slider when the foot control is fully depressed. Keep the foot control free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth. Do not place anything on the foot control. Operating Instructions: Foot controller Model 21371 is for use with sewing machine model DC3018. Operating Instructions: The symbol "O" of a switch indicates the "off" position of a switch. For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not fit fully in 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.
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11 5 4 3 2 1 q e r y t w Inserting the bobbin 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. q Thread w Bobbin holder 2 Guide the thread into the notch on the front of the bobbin holder. e Notch on the front 3 Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. r Spring blades 4 Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into the notch on the side. t Notch on the side 5 Pull out about 10 cm (4") of thread to the rear. Reattach the hook cover plate. NOTE: A threading chart is shown on the hook cover plate for your reference. y Threading chart
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DC3018
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