User manual TOYOTA RS2000-2D

[. . . ] When calling for service, please note the MODEL NAME and SERIES that is inscribed on the back of your sewing machine. When using the sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using. The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. [. . . ] To lower the feed teeth, push the lever forward, then to the left. To release drop feed lever, push the lever to the right, and the feed teeth will return to their postion. (When the machine is equipped with presser foot pressure) Presser foot pressure adjustment knob (fig A) The presser foot pressure is adjusted by turning the dial at the top of the machine. When sewing normal or heavy fabric : Turn the dial to 3. Thick fabric sewing (Particularly Denim) When sewing thick fabric or the thick part of the fabric as shown in (fig B), it is important to sew slowly and use the proper needle size (refer page 63). Especially, at the points that the thickness changes (fig B-1), sew slowly by rotating the handwheel by hand. This will prevent needle breaking and deflecting. Be sure that the declutch knob in the handwheel is into the ( ) direction. Looking zigzag stitches require less upper tension than straight stitching. Follow the steps as you did in straight stitching. Stretch Stitching The following stitches shown (fig B) can be used with stretch and knit fabrics. Be sure that the declutch knob in the handwheel is into the ( ) direction. For neater finish, it is preferable to pin and press the hem before sewing. Sew on the fold, so that straight stitches are made on the hem edge, and the zigzag just catches only one or two threads of fold. Use zigzag sewing foot or option foot (blind stitch foot). Be sure that the declutch knob in the handwheel is into the ( ) direction. Set the seam allowance under the presser foot with the edge of fabric in the line with side of the presser foot. (fig F) NOTE For thick fabric (particularly denim), use wide zigzag stitch, for light fabric, use narrow zigzag stitch. Use zigzag sewing foot or option foot (overcasting foot). Overcasting For thick and elastic material, or very fine material: Overcasting prevents edge of fabric from fraying. Be sure that the declutch knob in the handwheel is into the ( ) direction. Set the seam allowance under the presser foot with the edge of fabric in the line with side of the presser foot. [. . . ] (fig E) Turn the screw to the left to loosen tension. Turn the screw to the right to tighten tension. Lay the machine on its back to make it easier. Loosen needle clamp screw by using the needle plate screw driver. [. . . ]