Chicago Electric 90715 Sewing Machine User Manual
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1. 5 6 1 GB879 43 18 b 2 6 3 GB80 4 x 6 6 1 GB896 5 6 5 6 6 6 7 6 8 GB80 x 4 6 9 6 10 6 11 6 12 6 13 6 14 GB819 M3 x 5 6 15 6 16 GB80 M4x4 6 1 6 18 6 26 0 6 26 1 6 26 2 6 19 6 20 6 27 0 6 27 1 0 6 27 1 1 6 27 1 2 27 2 GB879 3 18 6 31 Dou 6 23 GB896 8 GB80 M4 x 4 6 24 6 25 GB879 63 x 14 GB74 M6x6 GB74 M6x4 GB9074 19 ST2 9 9 5 SKU 90715 6 Driving Mechanism NAME CLAMP SPRING GASKET PIN SPRING THREAD TAKE UP SHAFT SCREW PIN V RING NEEDLE BAR CONNECTING ROD THREAD TAKE UP CRANK BALL SUPPORTER BALL SUPPORTER GASKET SCREW UPPER SHAFT SET COLLAR UPPER SHAFT FEED CAM LOWER SHAFT CONNECTING ROD SPACER BOBBIN CRANK SCREW PRESSER PLATE UPPER SHAFT WORM LEVER SCREW DRIVING BELT PULLEY SWITCH STAND ASM SWITCH STAND WEIGHT ATTACHED BLOCK SWITCH COVER THREAD TAKE UP PLATE THREAD TAKE UP ASM THREAD TAKE UP SECTION ASM THREAD TAKE UP THREAD TAKE UP BUSHING THREAD TAKE UP RIVETING SHAFT PIN SLIDE BLOCK TRANSFER SWITCH PULLEY GASKET V RING SCREW FELT RING SCREW PIN SCREW SCREW SCREW Page 29 uerus gt x te 2 61 9 6679 T mu E E Ze ti SI zii jwnn 2 Y EAN ws ye a v Q BE TI DI 0880 OXPN E 6189 L 96840 S 08d9 2 Page 30 SKU 902. 1 1 GB818 4 8 1 2 GB818 4 8 1 3 GB818 4 8 1 4 1 5 1 6 GB9074 1 M4x10 1 7 GB818 M4x8 1 8 0 1 8 1 1 8 2 GB9074 1 4 12 1 9 1 10 GB9074 13 5 12 GB9074 8 4 12 1 11 1 12 0 1 12 1 1 12 2 1 13 GB879 2x12 688996 3 1 14 08818 M4x4 1 15 1 16 0 1 16 1 1 16 2 1 17 1 18 1 19 SKU 90715 1 Machine Frame Mechanism NAME FEED SHAFT PRESSER PLATE SCREW LOWER SHAFT PRESSER PLATE SCREW MAIN SHAFT PRESSER PLATE SCREW SCREW BEARING SHAFT BOTTOM COVER SCREW LAMP STAND SET BRACKET SCREW BRACKET 5 BRACKET INSERTION SCREW MACHINE MOUNTING MOTOR SET BRACKET SCREW SCREW MOTOR MOTOR PULLEY MOTOR PULLEY MOTOR PULLEY COVER A MOTOR PULLEY COVER CLUTCH BLOCK PIN SNAP RING LAMPHOLDER SET BRACKET SCREW SCREW LAMP STAND ASM LAMP STAND POWER WIRE SCHEMATIC FIGURE LAMP STAND FIGURE POWER SWITCH WIRE BUTTON LAMP Page 22 SA gt NIA gr lt epe COMES LAS IE ca oojaa P 7 52100 Or Ta SKU 90715 23 SKU 90715 PARTS 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 GB879 3 18 2 6 2 1 2 8 2 9 2 14 2 11 0 2 11 1 2 112 2 11 3 2 11 4 GB845 ST2 9x6 5 2120 2 12 1 2 122 2 12 3 GB9074 1 M4x10 2 13 0 2 13 1 2 132 2 13 3 GB9074 8 M4x12 2 16 2 17 2 18 GB97 1 5 GB97 1 6 38 10 9 GB9074 1 4 10 2 19 GB9074 1 4 10
3. 44 09052 o 3 lt t d e em mi SKU 90715 36 SKU 90715 PARTS 10 1 GB819 M3 5 o 10 3 10 4 10 5 10 9 896 3 10 6 10 7 10 8 GB818 4 4 10 12 GB818 4 14 GB818 4 lt 8 10 2 1 0 10 2 1 2 10 24 0 10 24 2 10 18 0841 4 10 19 GB896 5 GB818 4 14 10 22 0 10 22 1 10 22 2 10 10 10 11 GB29 2 4 4 GB896 5 10 23 0 10 23 1 10 23 2 10 13 10 14 10 13 10 16 GB80 4 4 10 17 10 20 0841 4 10 Feed Mechanism NAME FEED DOG SCREW THROAT PLATE TOOTH LIFTER PLATE DRIVING PLATE SHAFT DRIVING PLATE TIGHTEN WASHER V RING FEED SHAFT SETTING BUSHING SPRING SCREW FEED SHAFT POINT SCREW SCREW FEED DOG LIFTER ROCKING ARM ASM FEED DOG LIFTER ROCKING ARM FEED DOG LIFTER SCREW ASM _ FEED DOG LIFTER SCREW SPRING NUT CAP ROCKING ARM SHAFT V RING SETTING SCREW FEED CRANK ASM FEED CRANK PIN FEED CRANK GASKET NUT SCREW V RING FEED CONNECTING ROD ASM PIN FEED CONNECTING ROD SPRING SLIDE BLOCK STITCH LENGTH REGULATOR PIN SCREW SPRING SCREW NUT CAP Page 37 35 PWITHD 0980 02 01 Page 38 SKU 90715 SKU 90715 PARTS NO 11 2 11 6 puer 11 5 GB896 5 11 3 11 4 GB41 4 11 8 0 11 8 1 11 8 2 1 8 3 GB896 4 11 Reverse Feed Mechanism NAME WASHER SPRING REVERSE FEED BRACKET SHAFT REVERSE FEED BRACKET REVERSE FEED BUTTON V RING REVE
4. A 3 Depending on the selected stitch it be necessary to adjust the stitch length for best results The dial also adjusts upper thread tension The setting does not feed the material This is used for sewing on a button The F area is used for making a Satin Stitch close zigzag stitch Pattern Stitch Preset Width Recommended Length 2 Straight Stitch left needle position 10 _ 1 4 364 5 32 3 Straight Stitch center needle position 0 1 4 mm 3 64 5 37 6 ZigzagStitch 5100 31 64 F 4mm 1 64 5 32 8 Shell Tuck Stitch mM 13 64 F 3 mm 1 64 1 8 9 Elastic Stitch 5 13964 2 5 mm 1 64 3 32 18 Slant Overlock Stitch 5 mm 13 64 Fixed 2 5 mm 3 32 21 Triple Stretch o o __ 25 23 SKU 90715 16 Buttonhole Sewing Select setting No 1 using the Pattern Selection Dial 11 2 Turnthe Stitch Length Dial 3 to F 1 5 3 Replace the Presser Foot with the Buttonhole Foot 4 Mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric using tailor s chalk 5 Draw the lower thread 6 Lower the Presser Foot aligning the marks on the foot B with the marks on the fabric A 7 Open the button plate and insert the button as shown below Lower the buttonhole lever D and push it back slightly While gently holding the upp
5. 2 20 2 21 2 Cover NAME NEEDLE THREAD BOX COVER PLATE SCREW HANDLE SPANNER PIN SWITCH CLAMPING PLATE INDICATION PLATE MARK PLATE THREAD WINDER WHEEL SCREW THREAD CLAMP BRACKET ASM THREAD CLAMP PLATE III THREAD CLAMP PLATE II THREAD CLAMP PLATE RIVETINT SHAFT SCREW BOBBIN COVER ASM BOTTOM COVER SPRING PLATE BOBBIN COVER SCREW TOP COVER ASM TOP COVER REFLECTOR THREADING INDICATION DIAL SCREW FRONT COVER PATTERN INDICATION DIAL SPRING GASKET SMALL GASKET BIG TIGHTEN COLLAR SCREW REAR COVER SCREW SCREW SOCKET BEARING PLATE Page 24 QT 2 3 N AA AN 512 9 65 02 10 Y gt GB845 SKU 90715 25 SKU 90715 pod GB80 4 Jon a a 4 4 9 6 4 9 GB80 4 4 9 8 11 0 11 1 11 2 0 41 9 17 LA lt i LA an 3 a 3 3 15 2 896 3 5 3 Needle Bar Mechanism STUD SCREW SPRING 1 SPRING Il CONNECTING STUD NEEDLE BAR CONNECTING PIN SCREW OSCILLATING NEEDLE BRACKET NEEDLE BAR ADJUSTING SPRING NEEDLE BAR NEEDLE CLAMP ASM NEEDLE BAR THREAD GUARD NEEDLE CLAMP HEAD NEEDLE CLAMP STUD ZIGZAG DRIVING LEVER ASM ZIGZAG DRIVING LEVER PIN V RING NEEDLE Page 26 Gy 12 Ih GB896 5 5 SKU 90715 5 4 0 4 1 GB74 12 t eo 1 7 12 4
6. A 4 4 1 3 4 5 GB818 4 14 4 4 10 0 4 10 1 4 10 2 4 10 3 4 10 4 4 10 5 4 10 6 4 10 7 4 10 8 4 11 0 4 11 1 4 11 2 4 Cloth Presser Mechanism NAME PRESSER ASM SCREW PRESSER BAR SCREW PRESSER BAR GUIDE SPRING WASHER THREAD RELEASING WIPER LEVER PIN PRESSER FOOT LIFT SPANNER PRESSER FOOT LIFT SPANNER SHAFT SCREW SPRING PRESSER FOOT GUIDE BRACKET ASM PRESSER FOOT CRANK PRESSER FOOT CRANK COVER PLATE COVER PLATE RIVET SPRING PRESSER FOOT CRANK SPANNER PIN CLAMPING NEEDLE PIN PRESSER FOOT ASM PRESSER FOOT PRESSER FOOT PIN Page 27 5 Buttonhole Regulator Mechanism PARTSNO GB818 4 4 5 8 GB896 2 5 5 8 0 5 8 1 5 9 0 5 9 1 GB896 5 818 4 8 5 10 0 5 10 1 5 10 2 GB80 M4 4 5 6 5 7 5 11 0 5 11 1 5 112 5 113 GB818 4 8 GB896 2 5 SKU 90715 NAME MARK PLATE CLAMPING GASKET STOPPER PLATE RESET ADJUSTMENT SET PLATE SCREW BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTING LEVER SNAP RING BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTMENT PULLING LEVER ASM BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTMENT PULLING LEVER _ ADJUSTING ROD SUPPORTING PLATE ASM SUPPORTING PLATE RIVETING SHAFT SNAP RING SCREW ROCKING ARM ASM ROCKING ARM SHAFT ROCKING ARM PLATE SCREW RESET CLAMPING RING SPRING BRACKET BUTTONHOLE REGULATOR ASM RIVETING SHAFT BUTTONHOLE REGULATING BRACKET BUTTONHOLE REGULATING PLATE SCREW Page 28 QT c c lE E oo
7. a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power machines may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in Plugging in power tools with the Power Switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power machine on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power machine may result in personal injury SKU 90715 Page 3 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Machine Use and Care Do not force the machine Use the correct machine for your application The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use the power machine ifthe Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any machine that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changin
8. 5 9 18 0 9 18 1 9 18 2 GB80 4 6 818 4 8 PATTERN SELECTOR SUPPORTING PLATE 1 PIN PATTERN SELECTOR SUPPORTING PLATE 11 SELECTOR DRIVING GEAR BUSHING SELECTOR HANDLE SELECTOR DRIVING GEAR ASM SELECTOR DRIVING SHAFT V RING SCREW PATTERN SELECTOR RIVET PATTER SELECTOR WIPER FORK SELECTOR WIPER FORK SUPPORTING PLATE PATTERN SELECTOR WIPER FORK 1 SPRING PATTERN CAM ASM GASKET WAVED GASKET STITCH LENGTH CAM STITCH LENGTH MAIN CAM PATTERN SHAFT STITCH LENGTH 1l CONNECTING DIAL GASKET 1 OSCILLATING NEEDLE 5 COPPER BUSHING OSCILLATING NEEDLE CAM OSCILLATING NEEDLE ASM OSCILLATING NEEDLE CAM III RIVETING PIN STOPPER ARM RESET SPRING NUT V RING SELECTOR CAM ASM SELECTOR CAM SHAFT SELECTOR CAM PIN ROCKING ARM ASM SPRING ROCKING ARM SHAFT ROCKING ARM ADJUSTING SCREW NUT V RING WIPER FORK ASM BUTTONHOLING SELECTOR WIPER FORK SPRING BUTTONHOLING SELECTOR WIPER FORK ASM BUTTONHOLING SELECTOR WIPER FORK Il DRIVING BRACKET ADJUSTING SCREW TIGHTEN NUT MOVING WIPER FORK MOVING WIPER FORK I GUIDE SHAFT DRIVING BRACKET II MOVING WIPER FORK MOVING WIPER FORK 11 GUIDE SHAFT V RING BUTTONHOLE WIPER BLOCK SPRING ADJUSTING SCREW COLLAR GASKET WIPER FORK SHAFT WIPER DIAL ASM WIPER DIAL BUSHING WIPER DIAL SCREW SCREW Page 35 t2 te 1 x
9. 715 SKU 90715 PARTS NO 7 1 1 In Dim wie 22 0 7 22 1 7 22 2 7 22 3 7 22 4 GB862 1 5 GB818 M3 6 GB879 2 5 8 7 9 C2 te s si i 2 GB97 1 6 818 3 46 GB818 4 8 7 Thread Adjusting Mechanism NAME HORIZONTAL BRACKET GUIDE LEVER VERTICAL COLUMN LEFT THREAD TENSION DISC RIGHT THREAD TENSION DISC WIPER FORK SPRING THREAD GUIDE ASM THREAD GUIDE PRESSER SPRING SUPPORTING PLATE RIVET TIGHTEN GASKET SCREW PIN CAM DIAL GASKET SPRING SCREW MOVABLE BLOCK RIGHT SPRING BRACKET SCREW VERTICAL BRACKET U FORK OSCILLATION DECREASING GASKET THREAD TAKE UP SPRING TIGHTEN WASHER PLASTIC COVER BRACKET LEFT SPRING BRACKET BASE THREAD PULLING COLLAR WIPER FORK GASKET SCREW SCREW Page 31 QT mmm gt gt pu pe s pum w s ponn touman a emo una p eh ee Dramas paw m sh t te M4x8 9 920 2 48880 1 PE 222 GB862 1 5 2221 M3x6 3518 7 19 M3x4 GB818 8 4 GB818 SKU 90715 Page 32 8 Stitch Length Adjusting Mechanism PARTSNO NAME 8 1 ADJUSTING BRACKET 4 1 BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTING LEVER 8 1 RIVET 8 5 BUTTONHOLE AJUSTING BUSHING 8 6 WAVED GASKET 8 1 WASHER 8 14 0 BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTING KNOB ASM 8 14 2 ECCENTRIC SHAFT GB896 5 V RING GB896 3 V RING 8 12 RESET SPRING m 8 1 STITCH LENGTH ADJUSTING GEAR 8 17 0 GEAR ROCKING ARM 5
10. 8 17 1 GEAR ROCKING ARM 8 17 2 GEAR SHAFT GB818 4 14 SCREW GB896 3 5 RING B R SEGMENT GEAR BUSHING ELASTIC PLATE GB818 M4 4 SCREW 8 15 0 SEGMENT GEAR ASM 8 15 1 SEGMENT GEAR 8 15 2 SEGMENT GEAR BUSHING GB80 4 4 SCREW 8 16 0 STITCH LENGTH ADJUSTING DIAL ASM 8 16 1 STITCH LENGTH ADJUSTING SHAFT GB896 3 5 V RING 848 4 WASHER 8 9 REVERSE SEWING STOPPER WIPER FORK 8 10 REVERSE SEWING STOPPER WIPER FORK SHAFT 8 13 SETTING SHAFT 8 15 REVERSE FEED STOPPER SHAFT GB896 4 V RING 8 19 0 THREAD WINDER ASM 8 19 1 SPRING 8 19 2 THREAD WINDER SHAFT 8 19 3 THREAD WINDER ROLLING WHEEL 8 19 4 PIN 8 19 5 THREAD STAND N li SPRING GB818 4 8 SCREW SKU 90715 Page 33 M4x8 8 19 5 GB8484 8160 SES 7 GB8263 5 INE B896 A 82 51 OE B896 3 5 SKU 90715 34 SKU 90715 9 Pattern Selection Mechanism PARTS NO lt w te 9 g Wes 9 g 9 17 0 9 17 1 GB896 5 GB818 4 12 9 6 9 7 9 8 4 49 9 10 9 13 0 9 13 1 9 13 2 9 13 3 9 13 4 9 13 5 9 13 6 9 13 7 9 13 8 9 13 9 0 9 13 9 9 13 9 2 9 13 10 0 9 13 10 1 9 13 10 2 9 15 10 3 9 13 10 4 GB41 4 GB896 5 9 14 0 9 14 1 9 14 2 GB896 95 14 9 15 0 9 15 1 9 15 2 9 15 3 GB41 M4 GB896 3 5 9 16 0 9 16 1 9 16 2 9 16 0 a 9 16 3 9 16 4 9 16 5 GB41 M4 9 16 6 9 16 7 9 16 8 9 16 9 9 16 10 GB896 6 9 16 11 49 11 9 16 12 9 16 13 9 16 14 9 16 1
11. Alternating Current OA wes Oxxxx min No Load Revolutions per Minute RPM SKU 90715 Page 8 UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that all the parts are included Refer to the Accesso ries listed below and the Controls and Indicators section If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible Accessories pan Bobbins 3 pcs Two screwdrivers shown 8 Extra Spool Pin 9 Spool Holder Large and Small SKU 90715 Page 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls and Indicators S QA N 3 lower thread 2 Spool Holder Holds the sewing thread Stitch Length Dial Controls the length of the stitches Bobbin Winding Assy Winds the thread onto the bobbin to be used for the 2 Presser Foot Lever Raises and lowers the foot 5 Upper Tension Control Dial Controls the tension ofthe upper thread kal Extension Table and Accessories Compartment Converts from the free arm into a flat bed machine 7 Mechanical Pattern Indication Window Shows the stitch to be performed 8 Reverse Sewing Button Push for stitching in the reverse direction Balance Wheel toward you counterclockwise to raise and lower the needle Clutch Release Switch Switches from bobbin winding mode to sewing mode Pattern Selection Dial Turn
12. CHICAGO SEWING MACHINE 45 21 STITCH 1190715 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed Exclusively by 3491 MISSION OAKS BLVD CAMARILLO CA 93011 VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT HTTP WWW HARBORFREIGHT COM Copyright 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 SPECIFICATIONS ltem Description 120 60 2 Two prong polarized 6 feet UL listed double insulated Sewing Functions 45 selectable stitch functions and 21 built in stitches forward and reverse by select lever button function with built in one step button holer Needle Positions Leftto extreme right Features Bobbin winder Stitch length and width control Adjustable thread and tension control Built in accessory compartment Electronic variable speed foot control Can sew through multi layered light to medium heavy fabrics Built in carrying handle Oiler 3 needles quilting guide snap on zigzag foot 3 bobbins two screwdrivers Weight 18 7 165 Overall Dimensions 8 5 8 x 13 1 2 x 17 1 4 inches Note This Sewing Machine is intended for household use SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly instructions operating and m
13. RSE FEED PLATE SCREW NUT CONNECTING PLATE ASM CONNECTING PLATE PIN PIN V RING Page 39 SKU 90715 12 Shuttle Lower Shaft Mechanism PARTSNO pam 12 13 12 16 0 12 16 1 12 16 2 12 16 3 2 16 4 12 17 0 12 18 0 12 18 1 12 18 2 12 18 5 GB820 M2 5 3 12 19 0 10 i29 12 4 0 12 4 1 12 4 2 GB29 2 M4 4 GB896 5 1250 GB80 M4 4 GB80 4 4 129 12 19 GB879 43 14 GB80 4 4 72 11 GB80 M4 4 ne GB80 4 0 NAME SHUTTLE LEFT SPANNER SCREW SHUTTLE RIGHT SPANNER SPRING SHUTTLE SNAP RING ASM SNAP RING UPPER COVER SHUTTLE SNAP RING PIN SCREW SHUTTLE BOBBIN CASE ASM SUTTLE BRACKET ASM SPRING SHUTTLE BRCKET SHUTTLE BRACKET SHAFT SCREW SHUTTLE BODY SHUTTLE BOBBIN 2 LOWER SHAFT BALL BEARING LOWER SHAFT CRANK ASM PIN LOWER SHAFT CRANK NUT SCREW V RING LOWER SHAFT SETTING COLLAR TIGHTEN SCREW WASHER TOOTH LIFTER CAM SCREW LOWER SHAFT LOWER SHAFT GEAR LOWER SHAFT UMBRELLA GEAR PIN SCREW SET COLLAR TIGHTEN SCREW SHUTTLE RACE SCREW Page 40 _ 23 K KE 12 IZ FS 2 0885 OXPIN go 2 4 2 zici b ZA L 22421 Page 41 SKU 90715 13 Accessories 12 15 13 12 13 16 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION 12 15 Bobbins 3 13 9 0 Sewing Dial 13 1 0 Seam Pressure Foot 13 10 Thread Dial Holder 13 2 0 Clot
14. aintenance procedures parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES AA WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instruc tions listed below may resultin electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work Area 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Donotoperate power machines explosive atmospheres such as the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power machine Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area from machine operation Provide barriers or shields as needed SKU 90715 Page 2 10 11 12 13 14 Electrical Safety Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Do not expose power machines to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power machine will increase the risk of electric shock Grounded machines must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the ground
15. away from water Keep hands away from the needle when you turn the power switch on or while the machine is operating Do not place your fingers into the thread take up cover while the machine is operating Always turn the machine off and unplug the power cord to the electrical outlet before tilting the machine head or removing the V belt Never leave the machine running and unattended During operation never place your head hair or hands in the proximity of the hand wheel V belt bobbin winder or motor Do not operate the machine with any safety guards removed Always use the correct needle plate The wrong plate can damage the needle Never operate using a bent or broken needle Never force the material in or out of the area being sewn This can damage the needle Warning To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons A Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this appliance IS used by or near children B Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual SKU 90715 Page 5 Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged or plug if it is not working if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Take the product to a certified service technician for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment D Never operat
16. cal equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker SKU 90715 Page 6 GROUNDING N WARNING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualfified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use Ifthe plug will not fitthe outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs This Sewing Machine comes with a two prong plug and the electrical components inside are double insulated for safety 1 Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown below EXTENSION CORDS Grounded tools with a three prong plug require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge
17. e this appliance with any air openings blocked Keep ventilation openings free from the accumulation of lint hair loose clothes and dust E Never drop or insert any object into any opening F Do not use outdoors G Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered H Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle l Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break J Do not use bent needles K Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break L Switch the sewing machine off O when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot etc M Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing cover lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual N AA Danger Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water Unplug immediately O Danger Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into tub or sink Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid PA Warning Never operate on a soft surface such as a bed or couch where the air openings may be blocked A WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electri
18. er thread start the machine Buttonhole stitching is sewn clockwise Adjust the Stitch Length Dial 3 if the stitching IS too course or fine 10 Stop the machine when the bar tacks are sewn 11 Remove the material from the machine and carefully cut a hole in the middle of the buttonhole L III GISIIOII I IAI gt IIIINHIII SKU 90715 17 Button Sewing 1 Measure the distance between the button holes and select the appropriate pattern number using the Pattern Selection Dial 11 Distance between holes Pattern No 1 5 mm 1 16 3 5 mm 9 16 5 mm 13 64 2 Change the Presser Foot to the Button Sewing Foot Place the darning plate on the needle plate 4 Place a button between the foot and the fabric aligning the thread holes in the button with the machine needle Turn the Balance Wheel 9 to make sure the needle enters the holes without hitting the button If it hits change the pattern number see step 1 At slow speed sew about 10 stitches Remove the material from the machine Cut the upper and lower threads and tie both threads at the back of the material Button Sewing Foot SKU 90715 Page 18 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING WARNING Make sure the Power Switch of the Sewing Machine is in its OFF posi tion and that the machine is unplugged from its electrical outlet before per
19. er thread toward you and the lower thread G will come up from the bobbin in a large loop 11 Pull out about six inches of both threads and place them between the toes of the Presser Foot and to the right and back of the Presser Foot SKU 90715 Page 13 Bobbin Winding Change the Clutch Release Switch 10 from the needle mark to the bobbin mark With a spool of thread already on the horizontal spool pin route the thread through the guide to the bobbin as shown below Place the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft B and slide the shaft to the right Turn the bobbin clockwise until the spring C on the shaft slides into the slit on the bobbin Hold the end of the thread from the bobbin and gently press the Foot Controller 13 to begin winding thread around the bobbin a few times as shown below Release the Foot Controller Trim the excess thread above the bobbin and continue winding the thread onto the bobbin The machine will automatically stop when the bobbin is full Cut the thread push the bobbin winder shait to the left and remove the full bobbin from the shait Return the Clutch Release Switch 10 back to the needle mark Slide to right SKU 90715 Page 14 Changing the Presser Foot 1 Turn the Balance Wheel 9 counterclockwise to raise the needle to its highest position Raise the Presser Foot with its Lever 4 Release the Foot by raising its lever A located at the back of the holder 4 Place a d
20. eriodically oil the machine See page 18 Replacing the Needle Unplug the line cord from the electrical outlet Turn the Balance Wheel 9 to raise the needle to its highest position Lower the Presser Foot by pressing down on the Presser Foot Lever 4 Loosen the Needle Clamp and pull the needle down and out Insert a new needle as far up as possible and against the needle stopper The needle s flat side must face toward the back The needle must not be bent or broken For general sewing use needle sizes 11 or 14 A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics so the fabric will not be marred Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread Tighten the Needle Clamp SKU 90715 Page 11 Spool Threading 1 Raise the Presser Foot with the Presser Foot Lever 4 2 Turn the Balance Wheel 9 counterclockwise to raise the needle to its highest position 3 Place a spool of thread on the horizontal spool pin and press a spool holder onto the spool pin to hold the thread spool firmly in place 4 Route the thread through the thread take up lever from left to right and down to the needle Thread Take up Lever Horizontal Spool Pin Spool Holder Using the Needle Threader 1 Lower the Presser Foot using Lever 4 2 Lower the Needle Threader A slightly and place the thread under the Guide B 3 Move the Needle Threader down to its lo
21. evers out from the retaining ring A and remove Remove the hook by grasping the center post of the hook and pulling it out Remove any lint and thread from the retaining ring hook C driver D and race body E with a brush and small vacuum Reverse steps 1 6 to reassemble SKU 90715 Page 20 Feed Dogs 1 Remove the needle plate using a coin to unscrew the screws 2 Clean the upper part of the feed dogs and shuttle race body with a brush PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY lt THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBU TOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION WARRANTY OF ANY KINDTOTHE BUYERTHAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS 2 QUALIFIED REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 90715 21 PART LISTS AND ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PARTS NO
22. extension cord Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage See Table on page 7 The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required SKU 90715 Page 7 5 Ifyou are using one extension cord for more than tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table below 6 Ifyou are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 sure your extension is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES EXTENSION CORD LENGTH At Full Load 75 100 Feet Feet Based on limiting the line voltage drop to volts at 150 of the rated amperes SYMBOLOGY m Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Non Underwriters Laboratories Inc Volts
23. forming any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures General 1 Any repairs must be completed by experienced sewing machine technician 2 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Sewing Machine Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring and any other condition that may affect its safe operation If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment Periodically recheck all nuts bolts and screws for tightness 4 Store in a clean and dry location Changing the Light Bulb 1 Loosen the faceplate screw and pull off the face plate 2 Unscrew and replace the light bulb with the same type Replace the faceplate and screw Oiling The machine should be oiled once a week if it is used more than one hour a day If used more often oil daily Use only sewing machine oil 1 Place two to three drops of oil at each of the oiling points shown in the following illustration After oiling run the machine a short time at a fast speed without thread 3 Wipe any excess oil off the machine SKU 90715 Page 19 Oiling Points Cleaning Shuttle 1 2 Raise the needle to its highest position Open the shuttle cover on the front of the free arm Take out the bobbin case by opening its latch lever B and pulling it out from the shuttle race Slide the latch l
24. g accessories or storing the machine Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally Store idle machines out of reach of children and other untrained persons Machines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain machines with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control Do not use damaged machine Tag damaged machines Do not use until repaired Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine s operation If damaged have the machine serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained machines Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Service Machine service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a machine use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR THIS SEWING MACHINE Maintain labels and nameplates on the Sewi
25. h Guard Adjusting Plate 13 11 Big Screwdriver 13 3 0 Buttonhole Pressure Foot 13 12 Small Screwdriver 13 4 0 Straight Serving Pressure Foot 13 13 Bottle 13 5 0 Zipper Pressure Foot 13 14 Knife 13 6 0 Button Pressure Foot 13 15 Top Thread Winder 13 7 0 Thread Bushing 13 16 Foot Controller 13 8 0 Thread Dial WIRING DIAGRAM Pedal Controller 2 Light Switch Motor Lamp SKU 90715 Page 42
26. ifferent Presser Foot on the needle plate so that the bar on the Presser Foot is in line with the slot on the shank 5 Lower the Presser Foot lever to fix the Presser Foot onto the shank If the Presser Foot is in the correct location the bar should snap in place Converting to Free arm Style Free arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard to reach areas on a garment To change the machine to free arm operation remove the Extension Table 6 1 Lift up on the Extension Table 6 2 Slide the Extension Table to the left SKU 90715 Page 15 Selecting Stitch Pattern and Stitch Length To select a stitch turn the Pattern Selection Knob 11 The selection knob may be turned in either direction All stitches are preset in width therefore the stitch length is the only other necessary adjustment 1 Turn the Balance Wheel 9 counterclockwise to raise the needle to its highest position 2 Turn the Pattern Selection Knob to select the desired stitch pattern The selection will appear in the Mechanical Pattern Indication Window Version 7 on the front of the machine 6 7 lt lt 13 14 5 2 3 Co 1 I INN gt 10 11 gt 4 15 16 17 48 P losetthe stitch length turn the Stitch Length Dial 3 counterclockwise for a shorter stitch lower number clockwise for a longer stitch higher number See Table below
27. in either direction to select the desired stitch Foot Controller Receptacle Receives the foot controller 7 2 Foot Controller Used to control sewing speed start and stop Main Power Switch Turns the machine power on and off 15 Vertical Spool Holder Used to hold a second spool of thread for twin needle sewing SKU 90715 Page 10 Sewing Steps Follow these basic steps to setup the sewing machine Refer to the illustration on the previ ous page to locate the components referred to below IP 2 10 11 Set the Sewing Machine on a table with a smooth surface Select and install the desired needle for the material to be sewn See below Place the spool of thread onto the Spool Holder 2 and route the thread from the spool holder down to and through the needle See page 11 Wind the bobbin with thread See page 13 place bobbin into the bobbin case and route the thread page 12 Select the desired stitch pattern and length See page 15 Replace the Presser Foot if necessary for sewing special items See page 14 Insert the Foot Controller connector into the machine receptacle then the line cord plug into an electrical outlet See page 9 Place the Foot Controller on the floor Press the Main Power Switch 14 to the On 1 position Press down slowly on the Foot Controller and sew a scrap piece of cloth for a few minutes to test the machine Periodically clean machine parts See page 19 P
28. ing prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the machines should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user This double insulated machine is equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way Ifthe plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation 0 eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to carry the machines or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immediately Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power machine outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W or W These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Always connect the Line Cord to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protected electrical outlet Personal Safety Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use
29. ng Machine These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for replacement Always wear safety impact eye glasses Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury Safety impact eye glasses are available from Harbor Freight Tools SKU 90715 Page 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Avoid unintentional starting Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the Sewing Machine Maintain a safe working environment Keep the work area well lit Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace Always keep the work area free of obstructions grease oil trash and other debris Do not use a power machine in areas near flammable chemicals dusts and vapors Do not use this product in damp or wet location Do not force the Sewing Machine This machine will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed Always unplug the Sewing Machine from its electrical outlet before changing needles or settings or performing inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Danger reduce the risk of electric shock never leave the Sewing Machine unattended while turned on Unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning Before each use check all nuts bolts and screws for tightness Vibration during mixing may cause these to loosen Keep extension cord off the ground and
30. west position then guide the thread under the Hook C which passes through the eye of the needle 4 Release the Needle Threader and the thread at the same time This will move the thread through the needle eye Pull two inches of thread through the needle SKU 90715 Bobbin Placement and Threading 1 Turn the Balance Wheel 9 counterclockwise to raise the needle to its highest position 2 Raise the Presser Foot with its Lever 4 3 Remove the Extension Table 6 and then the shuttle cover located on front of the free arm 4 Remove the Bobbin Case by grasping the Bobbin Case Latch A and pulling it out See illustration below 5 Unwind about four inches of thread from the full Bobbin and insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case 6 Pull the trailing thread into the slot down and to the left until it enters the delivery eye under the tension spring C 7 Holding the Bobbin Case by the Latch A insert the Bobbin Case into the shuttle race and release the Latch The Bobbin Case Finger must fit into the Notch E at the top of the race Bobbin Case A Raise the Presser Foot and needle to their highest positions With your left hand hold the end of the upper thread F With your right hand turn the Balance Wheel 9 counterclockwise until the needle moves down and back up again to its highest position The upper thread should have caught the lower thread in a loop 10 Pullthe upp
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