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ERROR MESSAGES
If an operation is performed incorrectly before the sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the
operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table.
If you press the stitch selection key or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the
message disappears.
Note
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If error message “F1” through “F8” appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the
machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center.
Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep)
Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If a non-functioning key is pressed or an incorrect operation
is performed you will hear two or four beeps (only for models equipped with the operation beep).
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If a key is pressed (correct operation)
One beep sounds.
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If an incorrect operation is performed or a non-functioning key is pressed
Two or four beeps sound.
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If the machine locks up, for example, because the thread is tangled
The sewing machine beeps for four seconds and the machine automatically stops. Be sure to check for the
cause of the error, and correct it before continuing to sew.
Error Message
Probable Cause
Solution
The foot controller was pressed (or the start/stop but-
ton was pressed if the foot controller is not con-
nected) and the reverse/reinforcement stitch button
was pressed while the presser foot is raised.
Lower the presser foot lever
before continuing the opera-
tion.
A stitch other than the buttonhole or bar tack stitch
was selected and the foot controller was pressed (or
the start/stop button was pressed if the foot controller
is not connected) while the buttonhole lever is low-
ered.
Raise the buttonhole lever
before continuing the opera-
tion.
The buttonhole or bar tack stitch was selected and
the foot controller was pressed (or the start/stop but-
ton was pressed if the foot controller is not con-
nected) while the buttonhole lever is raised.
Lower the buttonhole lever
before continuing the opera-
tion.
The reverse/reinforcement stitch button or needle
position button was pressed while the bobbin winder
shaft is moved to the right.
Move the bobbin winder
shaft to the left before con-
tinuing the operation.
The start/stop button was pressed while the foot con-
troller was connected.
Disconnect the foot control-
ler, and then press the start/
stop button. Otherwise,
operate the machine by
using the foot controller.
The motor locked up because the thread is tangled.
Remove the tangled thread
before continuing the opera-
tion.
