-2800 2600 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Elna 2600/2800 series sewing machine is designed and constructed for HOUSEHOLD use only. Read all instructions before using this machine. DANGER ­ To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Your sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before replacing light bulb. Replace bulb with same bayonet socket type, 15W max. 3. Do not place or store machine where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not reach for the machine if it has fallen into water. Unplug immediately. WARNING ­ To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury: 1. Do not allow machine to be used as a toy. Supervision is necessary when this machine is used by or near children. 2. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Only use attachments recommended by the manufacturer as described in this manual. 3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. This machine is equipped with a special connection cord which, if damaged, must be replaced by an identical cord. This can be obtained from your dealer. 5. Never operate the sewing machine with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust and fibers. 6. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 7. Do not use outdoors. 8. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 9. To disconnect, turn machine off and remove plug from outlet. 10. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 11. Keep fingers away from all moving parts, especially the needle. 12. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. 13. Do not use bent needles. 14. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This may deflect the needle causing it to break. 15. Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, changing presser foot, etc. 16. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating or making any other servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS USA only Your machine comes equipped with a polarized plug (one prong wider than the other). A polarized plug reduces the risk of electrical shock. This plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit fully into 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. Use only foot control YC-482J or TJC-150 (UL, CSA). TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE Names of Parts .............................................................. Standard Accessories .................................................... Accessory Storage ......................................................... Extension Table ............................................................. Free Arm Sewing ........................................................... 2 3 3 4 4 SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHES Basic Zigzag ................................................................ 20 Overcasting .................................................................. 20 Super Stretch Stitch ..................................................... 21 3-Step Zigzag ............................................................... 21 Triple Seam .................................................................. 22 Rickrack or Triple Zigzag ............................................. 22 Button Sewing .............................................................. 23 Automatic Buttonhole (Model 2800) ....................... 24-26 Adjusting the buttonhole stitch density ............................. 26 4-step Buttonhole (Model 2600) .................................. 27 Adjusting the buttonhole stitch density ............................. 27 Corded Buttonhole (Model 2800) ................................ 28 Corded Buttonhole (Model 2600) ................................ 29 Manual Buttonhole (Model 2800) ................................ 30 Zipper Application ........................................................ 31 Blind Hem Stitches ...................................................... 34 SECTION 2. GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply ....................................... 5 Controlling the Sewing Speed ....................................... 5 Reverse Stitch Lever ..................................................... 6 Foot Pressure Dial ......................................................... 6 Dropping the Feed Dog ................................................. 6 Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot ........................ 7 Changing the Presser Foot ............................................ 7 Removing and Attaching the Shank .............................. 7 Changing Needles ......................................................... 8 Needle and Fabric Chart ................................................ 8 Winding the Bobbin ................................................... 9-10 Setting the spool ............................................................ 9 Additional spool pin ........................................................ 9 Removing the bobbin ..................................................... 9 Inserting the bobbin ..................................................... 11 Threading the Machine ................................................ 12 Needle threader ........................................................... 13 Drawing up the Bobbin Thread .................................... 14 Selecting a Stitch ......................................................... 15 Stitch selector dial ........................................................ 15 Stitch Length Dial ......................................................... 15 Fine Tuning Stretch Stitches ....................................... 16 Stitch Width Dial .......................................................... 16 Variable needle position .............................................. 16 Balancing Needle Thread Tension .............................. 17 SECTION 5. DECORATIVE STITCHES Decorative Satin Stitches............................................. Decorative Stretch Stitches ......................................... Smocking ..................................................................... Quilt Guide (Model 2800) ............................................. Pintucks ....................................................................... Shell Tuck .................................................................... Fagoting ....................................................................... Patchwork .................................................................... Satin Stitch Appliqué .................................................... 35 35 36 37 38 38 39 39 40 SECTION 6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ...................... Replacing the Bobbin Case ......................................... Replacing the Light Bulb .............................................. Troubleshooting ........................................................... 41 42 42 43 SECTION 3. BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch Sewing .................................................. Changing the sewing direction .................................... Finishing sewing .......................................................... Seam guides on the needle plate ................................ Turning a square corner .............................................. 18 18 18 19 19 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................ 44 RECYCLING REGULATIONS ...................... 44 NOTE: Information found in this instruction manual is current at the time of printing. Elna reserves the right to change and update specifications and information as needed. 1 SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE Names of Parts y u t re w q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1 #2 #33 Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin winder spindle Hole for additional spool pin Spool holder Spool pin Bobbin winder thread guide Thread take-up lever Foot pressure dial Face plate Thread cutter Needle threader (Model 2800 only) Needle plate Extension table (Accessory storage) Bobbin cover plate Bobbin cover plate release button Thread tension dial Reverse stitch lever Stitch length dial Stitch selector dial Stitch width dial Presser foot Needle Needle clamp screw Shank Setscrew Carrying handle Flywheel Power switch Machine socket Drop feed lever Free arm Buttonhole lever (Model 2800 only) Presser foot lever q @0 i !9 o !0 !1 !7 !5 !3 !4 !6 !8 !2 @3 @4 @2 @1 @5 @6 @7 #3 #2 #1 #0 @8 @9 2 q w Standard Accessories q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 Overlock foot C (Model 2800 only) Zipper foot E Blind hem foot G Satin stitch foot F Automatic buttonhole foot R (Model 2800 only) Sliding buttonhole foot J (Model 2600 only) Needles Bobbins Screwdriver Lint brush Seam ripper (buttonhole opener) Quilt guide (Model 2800 only) Spool holder (large) Spool holder (small) Additional spool pin Felt cushion e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !65 Accessory storage The standard accessories can be stored in the accessory storage box under the extension table. Draw out the storage box from the table as shown. q Accessory storage box q 3 Extension Table To detach: Pull the extension table to the left. w q To attach: Insert the pin into the hole and push the extension table to snap it in place. q Pin w Hole Free Arm Sewing Free arm sewing is used for stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garment. It is also useful for darning socks or mending knees or elbows. 4 SECTION 2. GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply q r z x c v Turn the power switch off. Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. Turn the power switch on. q Power switch w Machine plug e Machine socket r Power supply plug t Wall outlet t e w NOTE: Before connecting to the power supply, make sure the voltage shown on the machine conforms to your electrical power. WARNING: 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, flywheel 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. Controlling the Sewing Speed Foot control Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control. The harder you depress the foot control, the faster the machine runs. Operating Instructions: The symbol "O" on the switch indicates the "off" position. For an appliance with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other): To reduce the risk of electrical 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. The foot controller Model YC-482J or TJC-150 is used with the sewing machine Models 2600 and 2800 (USA market only). 5 Reverse Stitch Lever Push the reverse stitch lever down to sew in reverse. The machine will sew in reverse while the lever is pushed. Foot Pressure Dial q Turn the foot pressure dial to adjust the foot pressure. The foot pressure dial should be set at "3" for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to "2" for appliqué, cutwork, drawn work and basting. q Setting mark Dropping the Feed Dog q The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the backside of the machine. To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow, as illustrated. To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow, as illustrated, and turn the flywheel toward you. The feed dog must be up for regular sewing. q Drop feed lever w Raised position e Lowered position w e 6 Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lever raises and lowers the presser foot. You can raise the foot about 1/4" (0.6 cm) higher than the raised position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to place heavy fabric under the foot. q Lowered position w Raised position e Extra high position e e w q w Changing the Presser Foot To remove: Raise the nee ...