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FREE-ARM SEWING MACHINE
KH 4001
FREE-ARM SEWING MACHINE
Operating instructions
VAPAAVARSIOMPELUKONE
Käyttöohje
SYMASKIN MED FRIARM
Bruksanvisning
SYMASKINE MED FRIARM
Betjeningsvejledning
Φ ΦΟ ΟΡ ΡΗ ΗΤ ΤΗ Η Ρ ΡΑ ΑΠ ΠΤ ΤΟ ΟΜ ΜΗ ΗΧ ΧΑ ΑΝ ΝΗ Η
Οδηγίες χρήσης
FREIARMNÄHMASCHINE
Bedienungsanleitung
KOMPERNASS GMBH · BURGSTRASSE 21 · D-44867 BOCHUM
www.kompernass.com
ID-Nr.: KH4001-04/08-V1
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 1 CONTENT PAGE Safety information 2 Correct Usage 2 Items supplied 2 Appliance description 2 Setup 3 Connecting the sewing machine 3 Operation of the sewing machine 3 Operating elements 4 Recommended stitch lenghts for the various types of stitches 5 Threading the needle and preparation 6 Sewing with the twin needle 7 Tensioning the thread 7 Straight stitch 9 Sewing in zigzag stitches 9 Sewing blind hems 10 Sewing with the shell stitch 10 Se
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 2 The sewing machine is not intended ... FREE-ARM SEWING MACHINE – for installation at a fixed location, KH 4001 – for the processing of other materials (e. g. leather or heavy materials such as tent or sail fabrics) – for commercial or industrial use. Safety information Like any other electrical device, a sewing machine can cause serious, even Items supplied life-threatening injuries. To avoid this, and in order to work safely: Sewing ma
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 3 p Sewing table extension with accessory compartment Foot pedal l a Stitch plate The machine will begin to sew at a slow speed as soon as the foot pedal l s Sewing foot is gently activated. The sewing speed of the machine will increase when d Buttonhole lever more pressure is applied to the foot pedal l. The machine will stop running f Needle retaining screw when you take your foot from the pedal, as pressure is no longer being g Sewing foo
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 4 3. Position the sewing foot s to be mounted with the base lying on the Operating elements stitch plate a in such a manner that the suspension pin on the foot and the slot on the foot spindle are directly in line. Notice 4. Lower the lifting lever g and complete connection of the sewing foot Whenever you change the type of stitch, ALWAYS bring the s with the sewing spindle. When the foot is correctly positioned, it needle into the highest p
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 5 Recommended stitch lenghts for the various types of stitches preset stitch width Recommended stitch length Designation of type Stitch number in mm (inches) in mm (inches) of stitch Buttonhole stitch, 5 F-1.5 1 automatic, 1-stage (13/64) (1/64-1/16) Straight stitch 1-4 2 0 (Needle position to the left) (3/64-5/32) Straight stitch 1-4 3 0 (Central needle position) (3/64-5/32) 1.5 F-4 4 Zigzag stitch (1/16) (1/64-5/32) 3.5 F-4 5 Zigzag sti
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 6 Setting the stitch length Depending on the type of stitch you have set, it may be necessary to adjust the stitch length appropriately to achieve the best possible sewing results. • The numbers on the thumb wheel of the stitch length selector 6 correspond to the respective stitch length in millimeters (mm), hence, A HIGHER NUMBER MEANS THAT THE STITCH WILL BE LONGER. • When the stitch length selector is set at „0“ 6 there will be no feeding
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 7 4. Insert the bobbin case in the carrier, holding the case by the catch Sewing with the twin needle and then releasing the catch. The driver o on the outside of the bobbin case must catch in the notch z on the top of the case carrier. Your machine is also designed for sewing with twin needles C, meaning, you can sew with two upper threads simultaneously. These two upper thre- Notice ads can be the same colour or – for decorative purposes –
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 8 Upper thread tension is too low: Correct thread tension Loops are visible on the bottom of the fabric. The correct thread tension is important, as a tension that is too high or too low will lead to a weakening in the strength of the seam and often Increase the tension of the upper thread by turning the upper also results in a rippling of the fabric surface in the vicinity of the seam. thread tension selector 2 to a higher value. Needle
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 9 Straight stitch Removing the fabric from the machine 1. Stop the machine. The following types of stitches are defined as straight stitches: 2. Bring the needle into the highest possible position. 3. Raise the sewing foot s and carefully pull the sewn product out towards the left. Type of stitch No. Stitch length 4. Cut the two threads (Upper and lower threads) with the thread 2 (with needle positioned cutter on the rear of the foot bar.
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 10 Sewing blind hems Sewing with elastic stitches Type of stitch No. Stitch length Type of stitch No. Stitch length 7 (Blind hem stitch) F-2 9 (Elastic stitch) F-2.5 10 (Stretch blind stitch) F-1.5 The elastic stitch can be used in three areas of application: repair work („darning“), sewing on elastic bands (elastic braids) as well as for the The blind hem stitch is used to finish off edges of sewn products, for exam- edge to edge joining of
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 11 Two-fold rampart stitch 1. Fold together the edges of the two pieces of fabric to form a narrow hem, then tack the pieces onto a thin piece of paper, leaving a space of a few millmeters between the two borders. Type of stitch No. Stitch length 2. Set the stitch type selector w at number 15. 11 (2-fold rampart stitch) F-3 3. Sew along the gap, at the same time pulling the upper and lower threads slightly in order to enable a correct format
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 12 Sewing material edges with feather stitch 5. Open the caliper on the buttonhole foot N and position the button to be sewn on between the jaws. Type of stitch No. Stitch length 17 (Feather stitch) fixed at 2.5 in the factory Use the feather stitch as a decorative border stitch or to hem bed covers, table cloths and curtains or even for embroidery work. 1. Set the stitch type selector w at 17. 2. Position the fabric with the good side up on
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 13 Fine adjustment during sewing buttonholes Sewing on buttons Should the buttonhole seams sewn on both sides of the buttonhole not be Type of stitch No. Stitch length Sewing foot Miscellaneous uniform in appearance, a fine adjustment can be undertaken as per the following method: 4, 5 or 6 user defined Buttonhole foot Darning plate 1. Set the stitch type selector w at „F“ and, as a test, sew the left-hand buttonhole seam on a remant of the
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 14 5. Now sew the both sides of the zipper in place along the zipper carrier Appliques web from the lower to the upper edge with the zipper foot M. The need- le should thus always pierce the side of the foot facing the teeth-row Type of stitch No. Stitch length resp. spiral of the zipper, in order to achieve the best possible results. 6. To changeover to sewing the opposite half of the zipper, after sewing 4, 5 or 6 F-2 release the one side
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 15 Monogram embrodiery 2. Apply 2 to 3 drops of sewing machine oil K to all points indicated 1. Sew and fill in the monogram along the script using a slow in the diagram. and smooth movement of the frame. 2. Secure the monogram by sewing a few straight stitches at the end of the last letter, remove the material from the machine in the usual manner. Motive embroidery 1. First sew the outline of the motive, moving the embroidery frame accordin
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 16 5. Remove the gripper, by grasping the bobbin pin in the centre and pulling the gripper out. Disposal Do not dispose of the appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the European guideline 2002/96/EC. Dispose of the appliance through an approved disposal centre or at your community waste facility. Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal centre. Notice D
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IB_KH4001_E2719_GB_LB3-6 22.04.2008 15:23 Uhr Seite 17 Troubleshooting If you should find yourself confronted with any problems during sewing, first consult the respective section of the user manual, which will provide you with further details relating to the specific operating procedure. By comparing the given details you can ensure that you are operating the machine correctly and appropriately. If a problem cannot be prevented or rectified in this way, the following procedure could provide
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