User manual TOYOTA RS2000B

[. . . ] Type designation RS series has several types. The types are shown on the model label as follows: MODEL/MODELE(MODEL NAME) SERIES/SERIE RS SERIES/SERIE RS2000 SERIES/SERIE RS2000A SERIES/SERIE RS2000B SERIES/SERIE Model label When calling for service, please note the MODEL and SERIES numbers that are inscribed on the back of your sewing machine. MODEL number SERIES number 1 CONTENTS I. Before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] The model number is located on the model label on the back of the sewing machine. (MODEL ***) 21 Stitch programs --- MODEL XXX21, XXX17, XXX04, 7140, SA45 18 Stitch programs --- MODEL XXX18, CB02, STF91 16 Stitch programs --- MODEL XXX16, CB01, 7120 Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle to the highest position. Turn the pattern selection dial to choose the pattern. Stitch Applications Stitch programs 21 18 16 1/2/3/4 Buttonhole 15 Stretch fabric blind hem stitch 16 Thin fabric straight stitch 6/7/8 Straight stitch Zipper sewing 9/10/11 18 Fagoting -- 17 Straight stretch stitch (secure sewing) -- Decorative stitch Overcasting Stitch Applications Stitch programs 21 18 16 5 Zigzag sewing Applique Overcasting 12 Blind hem stitching 19 Overcasting Overlock 20 Smocking ---- ---- 13 Mending stitch Thin fabric overcastting 14 Fagoting/Casing Decorative stitch 21 Decorative stitch Double overlock ---- 20 Sewing preparations 9. Changing the presser foot Before changing the presser foot, remove the power plug from the outlet. Not doing so could cause an injury. Removal 1. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the needle. Press the presser foot holder lever in the direction of the arrow to release the presser foot 21 Sewing preparations Installation Position the presser foot pin directly below the groove in the presser foot holder. Lower the presser foot lever to set the presser foot. 22 Sewing preparations 10. Changing the needle Before changing the needle, remove the power plug from the outlet. Be sure to dispose of them in a safe place away from children. Not doing so could cause an injury. 1. Turn the handwheel towards yourself to raise the end of the needle higher than the needle plate. Hold the needle in one hand, loosen the needle clamp screw with the accessory needle plate screw driver, and remove the needle. Note : Do not remove the needle clamp screw. Loosen the needle clamp screw to remove the needle. 1. Face the flat surface of the needle to the rear and insert until it makes contact with the pin. Firmly tighten the needle clamp screw with the needle plate screw driver. Correct needle selection Note : If a faulty needle is used not only will it impair the sewing performance, but it could also damage the metal plate or hook, or break the needle. * If a stitch is missed or the thread breaks, first try replacing the needle. 23 Sewing preparations 11. Relationship between the needle, thread and fabric, and adjusting the sewing machine The quality of the sewing finish will improve if the needle and thread are changed to match the type of fabric. Follow the directions in the table below. Use a ball point needle for the sewing alignment of stretch fabric. Please purchase any needles not included as accessories, after checking they are specifi ed as home-use sewing machine needles. Refer to P. 30 [Adjusting thread tension] for how to adjust thread tension. Use the same kind of threads for upper/lower thread. [. . . ] Light bulb replacement Light bulb is not equipped with RS2000B series. Before changing the light bulb, remove the power plug from the outlet and wait until the bulb cools. Not doing so could cause a burn or electric shock. Loosen the screw and take off the face cover. Turn the light bulb counterclockwise and remove. Turn the new light bulb clockwise to install. Note : Use a light bulb with a maximum power of 15W. [. . . ]