Gemini STITCH-L100 User manual
MODEL: STITCH-L
MODEL: STITCH-L100
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using
this sewing machine.
DANGER - To reduce risk of electric
shock:
1. An appliance should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from
the electric outlet immediately after
using and before cleaning.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
burns, fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons:
1. Do not allow the machine to be
used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when this appliance is
used by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer
as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if it
has a damaged cord or plug, if it is
not working properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged, or dropped in
water.
4. Never operate the appliance with
any air openings blocked. Keep
ventilation openings of the sewing
machine and foot controller free from
accumulation of lint, dust, and loose
cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving
parts. Special care is required around the
sewing machine needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate.
The wrong plate can cause the needle to
break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while
stitching. It may deflect the needle
causing it to break.
when making any adjustments in the
needle area, such as threading or changing
the needle, threading the bobbin, or
changing the presser foot, and the like.
10. Always unplug the sewing machine from
the electrical outlet when removing
covers, lubricating, or when making any
other user servicing adjustments men-
tioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into
any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray
products are being used or where oxygen
is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the
remove the plug
from the outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
List of Contents
Principal Parts.........................................................................................................................
Accessories..................................................................................................................................
Fitting the Snap-In Sewing Table and Spool Pin...........................................................
Connecting the Machine to a Power Source...................................................................
Two-Step Presser Foot Lever/Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure......................
Attaching the Presser Foot Holder.....................................................................................
Winding the Bobbin.................................................................................................................
Inserting the Bobbin....................................................................................................................
Changing the Needle...............................................................................................................
Threading the Upper Thread...............................................................................................
Automatic Needle Threader.................................................................................................
Thread Tension..........................................................................................................................
Bringing up the Lower Thread............................................................................................
Reverse Sewing/Removing the Work/Cutting the Thread......................................
Matching Needle, Fabric and Thread................................................................................
How to Choose Your pattern...............................................................................................
Straight Stitching and Needle Position............................................................................
Zigzag Stitches........................................................................................................................
Blind Hem/Lingerie Stitch.....................................................................................................
Overlock Stitches....................................................................................................................
Sewing on Buttons..................................................................................................................
How to 4-Step Buttonholes.................................................................................................
Zippers and Piping......................................................................................................................
Sewing with a Rolled Hem Foot........................................................................................
3-Step Zigzag Stitch..............................................................................................................
Triple Stitch Selection...........................................................................................................
Smocking Stitch.......................................................................................................................
Sewing with a Cording Foot...............................................................................................
Free Motion Darning...............................................................................................................
Practical Stitches.....................................................................................................................
Darning........................................................................................................................................
Attaching Lace.........................................................................................................................
Appliqué......................................................................................................................................
Twin Needle...............................................................................................................................
Quilting........................................................................................................................................
Gathering....................................................................................................................................
Patch Work................................................................................................................................
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................
Trouble Shooting Guide..........................................................................................................
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Principal Parts
1. Thread Tension Dial
2. Presser Foot Pressure
3. Thread Take-Up Lever
4. Thread Cutter
5. Presser Foot
6. Needle Plate
7. Sewing Table and Accessory Box
8. Bobbin Stopper
9. Stitch Length Dial
10. Stitch Width Dial
11. Stitch Display
12. Reverse Sewing Lever
13. Automatic Threader
Principal Parts
14. Upper Thread Guide
15. Presser Foot Lever
16. Handle
17. Bobbin Winder
18. Spool Pin
19. Handwheel
20. Pattern Selector Dial
21. Power Switch
22. Main Plug Socket
23. Bobbin Thread Guide
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Accessories
Standard Accessories (1)
a. 4-Step Buttonhole Foot
b. Butterfly-Shape Screwdriver
c. Seam Ripper/Brush
d. Lubricating Oil
e. 3 x Needles
f. 3 x Bobbins
g. Twin Needle
h. Small Screwdriver
i. Large Screwdriver
j. Edge/Quilting Guide
k. Embroidering/Darning Plate
l. Spool Holder
m. All-Purpose Foot
n. Zipper Foot
o. Embroidering/Darning foot
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Fitting the Snap-In Sewing Table and Spool Pin
Hold the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and
push it in the direction of the arrow. (Pic 1)
The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be
utilised as an accessory box.
To open, lift it up at the point of the arrow. (Pic 2)
Fitting the Spool Pin
1. Take out the spool pin from
the poly foam.
2. Loosen the screw as shown.
3. Install the spool pin as
illustrated then tighten the screw
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Caution:
Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from the
power source and the main swit
machine is not in use and before inserting or removing
parts.
- This machine is equipped with a polarized plug which
must be used with an appropriate electrical outlet.
- Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated.
(Pic 1 and Pic 2)
- The power switch is located above the terminal box.
Your machine will not operate unless this switch is on
(“l”). (Pic 1)
- Sewing light turns on automatically when the main
switch is on (“l”).
- To start the machine, press the foot control (Pic 3).
The speed of the machine is regulated by the amount of
pressure exerted on the foot control.
Attention:
Connecting the Machine to a Power Source
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt when connecting
the machine to a power source. Unplug the power cord
when the machine is not in use. The appliance must be
used with the foot controller included.
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Two-Step Presser Foot Lever
Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the
presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy
positioning of the work. (A)
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been
pre-set and requires no particular readjustment
according to the type of fabric (light or heavy-
weight).
However, if you need to adjust the presser foot
pressure, turn the presser foot pressure dial as
For sewing very thin , loosen the pressure by
turning the dial anti-clockwise, and for heavy fabric,
tighten by turning it clockwise.
fabric
shown.
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Attaching the Presser Foot Holder
Attention:
Turn power switch to “O” before carrying out any of
the operations below.
Turn the handwheel to raise the needle to its highest
position and raise the presser foot lever. Attach the
presser foot holder (b) to the presser foot bar (a).
(Pic 1)
Attaching the Presser Foot:
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out
(c) is directly above the pin (d). The presser foot (f)
will engage automatically. (Pic 2)
Removing the Presser Foot:
Raise the presser foot lever.
Release the pressure foot by raising lever (e) located
at the back of the foot holder. (Pic 3)
Attaching the Seam Guide (Optional):
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated.
Adjust the distance as required for hems, pleats,
etc....(Pic 4)
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