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SECTION I – Machine Parts and Functions

Part Names ........................................................... 3

Standard Accessories ........................................... 4

Presser Foot Definitions ........................................ 5

Extension Table and Free Arm .............................. 6

Foot Pressure Dial ................................................ 6

Presser Foot Lever and Additional Presser

Foot Clearance ................................................ 7

How to Snap Presser Foot Off and On ................. 7

How to Remove and Attach the Shank ................. 7

Thread Tension Dial .............................................. 8

Seam Allowance Lines .......................................... 9

Foot Control and Sewing Speed ........................... 9

How to Drop the Feed Dog ................................... 9

Reverse Stitch Lever ............................................. 9

SECTION II – Getting Ready to Sew

Connecting the Machine to Power Supply and

Foot Control .................................................. 10

Language Selection (Model 3230 only)............... 11

Up/Down Needle Key (Model 3230 only) ............ 11

Selecting the Correct Needle and Thread ........... 12

Changing the Needle .......................................... 12

Needle Definitions ............................................... 13

Winding a Bobbin ...........................................14-15

Additional Spool Pin ............................................ 15

Inserting the Bobbin ............................................ 16

Threading the Machine ....................................... 17

Built-in Needle Threader ..................................... 18

Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread ........................... 19

How to Read the Machine Set-Up

Information – Example: Straight Stitch........... 20

LCD Screen (Model 3230 only) ........................... 20

Stitch Selection Knob .......................................... 21

Stitch Width/Needle Position Dial........................ 21

Variable Needle Position ..................................... 22

Stitch Length Dial ................................................ 22

SECTION III – Sewing

Straight Stitch ...................................................... 23

Starting to Sew .................................................... 23

Changing Sewing Direction ................................. 23

Finishing Off a Seam........................................... 23

Sewing on Heavy Fabrics ................................... 24

Gathering ............................................................ 24

Zipper Insertion – Lapped Application ............25-26

Pintucks............................................................... 27

Quilt Guide .......................................................... 27

Rolled Hem ......................................................... 28

Twin Needle Hem (Optional needle) ................... 29

Zigzag Stitch ....................................................... 30

Overcasting ......................................................... 30

Whip and Roll Hem ............................................. 31

Satin Stitch Applique ........................................... 31

How to Sew On a Button ..................................... 32

Automatic Buttonhole .....................................33-34

Fine Adjustment for Buttonholes ......................... 34

Corded Buttonhole .............................................. 35

Manual Buttonhole .............................................. 36

3-Step Zigzag ...................................................... 37

Mending a Tear .............................................. 37

Stretch Blind Hem ............................................... 38

Shell Tuck............................................................ 39

Lingerie Stitch (Model 3230 only)........................ 39

Fagoting (Bridging).............................................. 40

Patchwork ........................................................... 41

Box Stitch ............................................................ 41

Satin Stitches ...................................................... 42

Scallop Edges ..................................................... 42

Stretch Stitches

Decorative Stretch Stitches ................................. 43

Fine Tuning Stretch Stitches ............................... 43

Overlock Stitch .................................................... 44

Super Stretch Stitch ............................................ 44

Smocking ............................................................ 45

Buttonhole Applique ............................................ 46

Super Overlock Stitch ......................................... 47

Triple Seam ......................................................... 47

SECTION IV – Taking Care of Your Machine

Cleaning the Hook Area and Feed Dog .............. 48

Replacing the Bobbin Holder and Needle

Plate ............................................................... 49

Changing the Light Bulb ...................................... 49

TROUBLESHOOTING........................................ 50

INDEX ................................................................. 51

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

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Brand	Elna
Model	3210
Category	Sewing Machines
File type	PDF
File size	1.04 MB

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What size needle should I use? Verified

The size of the needle depends on the fabric. For a thicker fabric, you will need a thinker needle. The application of the needle of often mentioned on the packaging.

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I have checked everything, but my sewing machine thread keeps breaking, what can I do? Verified

If the upper thread of the machine keeps breaking where the needle enters the fabric, it could be that the needleplate or bobbin case have minor damages in the form of scratches and/or sharp edges. These minor damages can cause the thread to break after a few stitches.

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How long does a sewing machine neelde last? Verified

This varies between manufacturers, but in general a needle will last about 8 hours. It might take longer for the needle to break, but before that it will have become blunt and might damage the fabric.

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My needle keeps breaking, what is causing this? Verified

There can be various reasons for this. The needle may not be the correct one for the selected fabric, the needle may have been set too low, the fabric may not be properly guided or the bobbin case may be placed incorrectly.

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Do I need to turn my sewing machine completely off to replace the needle? Verified

You can change the needle after turning off the product with the on/off switch. When cleaning the product you should disconnect it from the power supply.

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