Mawu Oyamba
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the safe and efficient operation, setup, and maintenance of your Elna eXcellence 680+ Sewing Machine. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the machine to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Figure 1: Elna eXcellence 680+ Sewing Machine. This image displays the overall design of the machine, including the main body, needle area, and control panel.
Malangizo a Chitetezo
- Nthawi zonse chotsani makina pamagetsi pochotsa zovundikira, popaka mafuta, kapena posintha zina zilizonse za ogwiritsa ntchito zomwe zatchulidwa m'buku la malangizo.
- Sungani zala kutali ndi ziwalo zonse zosuntha. Chisamaliro chapadera chimafunikira kuzungulira makina osokera.
- Use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
- Osagwiritsa ntchito singano zopindika.
- Musakoke kapena kukankhira nsalu pamene mukusoka. Izi zitha kupeŵa singano kuti isweke.
- Valani magalasi otetezera pamene mukugwiritsa ntchito makinawo.
- Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
Khazikitsa
1. Kutsegula ndi Kuyika
Carefully remove the machine from its packaging. Place the machine on a stable, level surface with adequate lighting. Ensure there is enough space for fabric handling.
2. Kulumikizana kwa Mphamvu
- Lumikizani chingwe chamagetsi ku cholumikizira magetsi cha makinawo kenako ku soketi yoyenera yamagetsi.
- Connect the foot controller plug to the machine's foot controller jack.
3. Needle Installation
- ZImitsa chosinthira magetsi.
- Masulani singano clamp wononga.
- Ikani singano yatsopano ndi mbali yosalala ikuyang'ana kumbuyo kwa makina, ndikuikankhira mmwamba momwe ingathere.
- Limbitsani singano clamp wononga bwino.
4. Kupindika ndi Kuyika Bobbin
- Ikani chingwe cha ulusi pa pin pin.
- Follow the bobbin winding path indicated on the machine.
- Place the empty bobbin onto the bobbin winder spindle and push it to the right.
- Start the machine to wind the bobbin. Stop when full.
- Tsegulani chivundikiro cha bobini.
- Ikani bobini ya wound mu bobini, kuonetsetsa kuti ulusiwo ukutseguka bwino (nthawi zambiri umayenda mozungulira wotchi).
- Pull the thread through the tension spring and guide it into the thread slot.
- Bwezerani mbale yachivundikiro cha bobbin.

Chithunzi 2: Pamwamba view of the Elna eXcellence 680+ with the top cover open, revealing the bobbin winding mechanism and upper threading guides. This view is essential for proper thread path setup.
5. Upper Thread Threading
- Kwezani cholembera chopondaponda.
- Ikani chingwe cha ulusi pa pin pin.
- Follow the numbered threading path indicated on the machine, guiding the thread through all tension discs and guides.
- Thread the needle from front to back. Use the automatic needle threader if available.
- Pull the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole by turning the handwheel towards you to lower and raise the needle once.
Kugwiritsa Ntchito Makina
1. Basic Controls
- Yambani / Imani Bulu: Press to start and stop sewing without the foot controller.
- Speed Control Slider: Adjusts the maximum sewing speed.
- Needle Up/Down Button: Raises or lowers the needle to its highest or lowest position.
- Bwezerani Batani: Sews in reverse to secure stitches.
- Automatic Thread Cutter: Cuts both upper and bobbin threads.
2. Kusankha Kusoka
The Elna eXcellence 680+ features an LCD screen and direct stitch selection buttons. Use the navigation buttons to browse through stitch categories and select your desired stitch. The screen will display recommended stitch length and width, which can be adjusted using the +/- buttons.

Figure 3: The Elna eXcellence 680+ with its top cover open, revealing the comprehensive stitch chart. This chart assists users in selecting from a wide range of available stitches.
3. Zoyambira Zosoka
- Ikani nsalu pansi pa phazi lopondereza.
- Tsitsani phazi lopondereza.
- Sankhani ulusi womwe mukufuna.
- Begin sewing by pressing the foot controller or the Start/Stop button.
- Guide the fabric gently. Do not force it.
- At the end of a seam, press the reverse button to secure stitches, then press the automatic thread cutter button.
4. Using the Extension Table
The included extension table provides a larger work surface, which is particularly useful for quilting, larger projects, or when more support for fabric is needed. To attach, slide the extension table onto the free arm until it clicks into place. To remove, slide it off.

Figure 4: The Elna eXcellence 680+ Sewing Machine shown with the optional extension table attached, providing an expanded work area for larger sewing projects.
Kusamalira
1. Kuyeretsa
- Kuchotsa Lint ndi Fumbi: Regularly clean the bobbin area and feed dogs using the provided brush. Turn off and unplug the machine before cleaning.
- Needle Plate: Remove the needle plate to access and clean under the feed dogs.
2. Oiling
The Elna eXcellence 680+ is designed for minimal oiling. Refer to the full instruction manual for specific oiling points if required, or consult an authorized service center.
3. Kusintha Singano
Replace the needle frequently, especially after 8-10 hours of sewing or if it becomes bent or dull. A fresh needle prevents skipped stitches and fabric damage. Follow the needle installation steps in the Setup section.
Kusaka zolakwika
| Vuto | Chifukwa Chotheka | Yankho |
|---|---|---|
| Makina samayamba | Power cord not connected; Foot controller not connected; Power switch OFF. | Check power and foot controller connections; Turn power switch ON. |
| Ulusi wakumtunda umaduka | Incorrect threading; Needle bent or dull; Thread tension too high; Poor quality thread. | Re-thread the machine correctly; Replace needle; Adjust upper thread tension; Use good quality thread. |
| Zoluka zodumpha | Incorrect needle size/type for fabric; Needle bent or dull; Needle inserted incorrectly. | Use correct needle for fabric; Replace needle; Re-insert needle correctly. |
| Nsalu si yopatsa chakudya | Feed dogs lowered; Lint accumulation under needle plate. | Raise feed dogs; Clean under needle plate. |
Zofotokozera
- Mtundu: Elna
- Chitsanzo: 680+
- Kulemera kwa chinthu: 33.1 mapaundi
- Makulidwe a Phukusi: 26.22 x 17.32 x 15.59 mainchesi
- Ndi Electric: Inde
- UPC: 680479499637
- Tsiku Loyamba Kupezeka: Ogasiti 26, 2016
Chitsimikizo ndi Thandizo
For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Elna website. For technical support, service, or to purchase genuine Elna accessories, please contact your authorized Elna dealer or Elna customer service.
Dziwani: Kukonza kapena kusintha kosaloledwa kungathetse chitsimikizo chanu.





