SWF MAN-12 User Manual

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8.1.12) Return to stop position in unexpected blackouts
Your SWF embroidery machine automatically returns to the previous position when the power comes back on
after an unexpected blackout, thereby not affecting the quality of the embroidery.
(See LCD Monitor User Manual)
8.2) NEEDLE-HOOK TIMING AND RELATED TIPS
8.2.1) Needle
– It is very important to select the right needle for the type of thread and fabric used.
– Inappropriate needles can cause bad embroidery, thread breaks, skipped stitches, etc.
– For normal embroidery, use a DB×K5 needle.
8.2.2) Relationship between needle and thread
– Inadequate selection of threads and needles can result in thread breaks, skipped stitches, as well as in bad-
quality embroidery.
– Refer to the following table for threads and needles used in normal embroidery.
US
0.25
0.27
0.29
0.32
0.34
0.36
Japan
9
10
11
12
13
14
Germany
65
70
75
80
85
90
Cotton #
70~80
50~60
36~40
Silk
100~120
80~100
60~70
Nylon
130~150
100~130
80~100
Rayon
70~100
100~130
130~150
Needle Size Thread Size
Make sure to turn OFF the main switch in unexpected blackouts until the power comes back
on.
CAUTION
DB
××
K5 needle has an eye twice larger than that of DB1 (used for normal stitching).
Use DB
××
K5 for normal embroidery.
CAUTION
Needle and thread most commonly used in embroidery
Thread : rayon yarn 120d/2.
Needle : DB
××
K5 #11
NOTE

SWF MAN-12 Specifications

General

Brand	SWF
Model	MAN-12
Category	Sewing Machine
Language	English