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DANGER - Always unplug before using this sewing machine. WARNING - Use this appliance from accumulation of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 3. Return the appliance to avoid a hazard. 20. Special care is 75dB(A). 17. Do not use the proper needle plate. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in order to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for household use as described in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle...
DANGER - Always unplug before using this sewing machine. WARNING - Use this appliance from accumulation of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 3. Return the appliance to avoid a hazard. 20. Special care is 75dB(A). 17. Do not use the proper needle plate. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in order to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for household use as described in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle...
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EN List of contents Machine Basics Principle Parts of the Machine...2/4 Connecting Machine to Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter/ Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure 8 Accessories ...10 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...12 Inserting the Bobbin ...14 Threading the Upper Thread ...16 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...18 Thread Tension...20 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...22 Three Needle Position Dial...24 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...26 Sewing Straight Stitch ...28 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 30 Blind Hem ...32 Buttonholes ...34 Left and...
EN List of contents Machine Basics Principle Parts of the Machine...2/4 Connecting Machine to Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter/ Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure 8 Accessories ...10 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...12 Inserting the Bobbin ...14 Threading the Upper Thread ...16 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...18 Thread Tension...20 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...22 Three Needle Position Dial...24 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...26 Sewing Straight Stitch ...28 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 30 Blind Hem ...32 Buttonholes ...34 Left and...
Instruction Manual
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Needle plate cover 3 8. Bobbin stopper 5 11. Thread tension dial 2. Three needle position dial 10. Stitch length dial 6 13. Reverse sewing lever 5. Presser foot pressure adjustment 3. Thread take-up lever 4. Stitch width dial 13 12. Pattern selector dial 7 8 2 Thread cutter 1 9 6. Presser foot 2 10 11 7. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 4 12 9.
Needle plate cover 3 8. Bobbin stopper 5 11. Thread tension dial 2. Three needle position dial 10. Stitch length dial 6 13. Reverse sewing lever 5. Presser foot pressure adjustment 3. Thread take-up lever 4. Stitch width dial 13 12. Pattern selector dial 7 8 2 Thread cutter 1 9 6. Presser foot 2 10 11 7. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 4 12 9.
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Handwheel 18. Upper thread guide 23. Foot speed control 28. Bobbin winding spindle 14 16. Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot 16 19. Power and light switch 17 20. Bobbin thread guide 22. Power cord 4 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 26 EN Principal Parts of the Machine 14. Horizontal spool pin 15. Hole for auxiliary spool pin 15 17. Handle 19 25. Presser foot lifter 20 26. Drop feed control 27. Face plate 18 24. Main plug socket 21.
Handwheel 18. Upper thread guide 23. Foot speed control 28. Bobbin winding spindle 14 16. Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot 16 19. Power and light switch 17 20. Bobbin thread guide 22. Power cord 4 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 26 EN Principal Parts of the Machine 14. Horizontal spool pin 15. Hole for auxiliary spool pin 15 17. Handle 19 25. Presser foot lifter 20 26. Drop feed control 27. Face plate 18 24. Main plug socket 21.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE For appliance with a polarized plug (one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in any way. If it does not fit fully in use . The foot control must be used with the appliance by FC1902A (110-120V area)/ FC-2902A (220-240V area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China) 4C-316Q (110-125V area) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Do not modify the plug in ...
IMPORTANT NOTICE For appliance with a polarized plug (one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in any way. If it does not fit fully in use . The foot control must be used with the appliance by FC1902A (110-120V area)/ FC-2902A (220-240V area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China) 4C-316Q (110-125V area) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Do not modify the plug in ...
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EN Two Step Presser Foot Lifter When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a higher position for heavy fabric, tighten by turning the screw counter clockwise, and for easy positioning of the work. (A) A Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure The presser foot pressure of fabric (light-or-heavy weight). For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning it clockwise. 8 However, if you need to the type of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser adjusting ...
EN Two Step Presser Foot Lifter When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a higher position for heavy fabric, tighten by turning the screw counter clockwise, and for easy positioning of the work. (A) A Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure The presser foot pressure of fabric (light-or-heavy weight). For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning it clockwise. 8 However, if you need to the type of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser adjusting ...
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Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Auxiliary Spool Pin l. Hemmer foot q. Button sewing foot e. Satin stitch foot o. Pack of needles h. L-screwdriver k. Spool pin felt m. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006918008 e 006905008 006909008 f h i j l m d 006914008 g k Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are , however, available for purchase from your authorized retailer.) n. they are not supplied with this machine; Gathering foot u. Seam ripper/ brush f. Spool holders i. Darning/ embroidery foot v. Cording foot r. Blind hem foot s....
Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Auxiliary Spool Pin l. Hemmer foot q. Button sewing foot e. Satin stitch foot o. Pack of needles h. L-screwdriver k. Spool pin felt m. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006918008 e 006905008 006909008 f h i j l m d 006914008 g k Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are , however, available for purchase from your authorized retailer.) n. they are not supplied with this machine; Gathering foot u. Seam ripper/ brush f. Spool holders i. Darning/ embroidery foot v. Cording foot r. Blind hem foot s....
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Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the handwheel turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 Step on spindle. (5) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Push bobbin spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Push bobbin spindle to the left (10) and remove. Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to right. ...
Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the handwheel turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 Step on spindle. (5) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Push bobbin spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Push bobbin spindle to the left (10) and remove. Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to right. ...
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Draw the thread clockwise until it slips into the notch (B). 4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread and attach the bobbin cover plate. (C) Attention: 1 Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running counterclockwise direction (arrow). 2. Pull the thread through the slit (A). 3. B 3 14 A 2 C 4 EN Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. 1.
Draw the thread clockwise until it slips into the notch (B). 4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread and attach the bobbin cover plate. (C) Attention: 1 Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running counterclockwise direction (arrow). 2. Pull the thread through the slit (A). 3. B 3 14 A 2 C 4 EN Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. 1.
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EN Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just slightly begins to descend. Start by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Thread tension module by leading thread down to the needle which should be threaded from front to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - Note: For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the spool as illustrated. (4) - For small ...
EN Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just slightly begins to descend. Start by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Thread tension module by leading thread down to the needle which should be threaded from front to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - Note: For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the spool as illustrated. (4) - For small ...
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Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. (2) Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3) 2 3 18 EN Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand.
Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. (2) Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3) 2 3 18 EN Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand.
Instruction Manual
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Turn dial to lower number. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. C D 20 Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. - Correct thread tension is important for straight stitch sewing. For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should generally be between "3" and "5". For all decorative sewing you do not need to adjust it. 1 Please note: - Proper tension setting is when a small amount of the upper thread appears on the bottom side of fabric. A ...
Turn dial to lower number. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. C D 20 Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. - Correct thread tension is important for straight stitch sewing. For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should generally be between "3" and "5". For all decorative sewing you do not need to adjust it. 1 Please note: - Proper tension setting is when a small amount of the upper thread appears on the bottom side of fabric. A ...
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Use the Stitch Length Dial (d) to adjust the width of the stitch as desired for the project. Use the Stitch Width Dial (c) to adjust the stitch length as desired. Reverse Sewing Lever b. Three Needle Position Dial c. Pattern Selector Dial ABCDE FGH I J 3 4 2 1 22 a b c d e a. The Pattern Selector Dial may be turned in either direction. Stitch Width Dial d. Stitch Length Dial e. EN How to select the desired pattern. Turn the Pattern Selector Dial (e) to Choose Your Pattern The diagram on this page display the stitch patterns available on the machine.
Use the Stitch Length Dial (d) to adjust the width of the stitch as desired for the project. Use the Stitch Width Dial (c) to adjust the stitch length as desired. Reverse Sewing Lever b. Three Needle Position Dial c. Pattern Selector Dial ABCDE FGH I J 3 4 2 1 22 a b c d e a. The Pattern Selector Dial may be turned in either direction. Stitch Width Dial d. Stitch Length Dial e. EN How to select the desired pattern. Turn the Pattern Selector Dial (e) to Choose Your Pattern The diagram on this page display the stitch patterns available on the machine.
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a. Left Needle Position M. Right Needle Position 24 L M R a b For edge stitching or sewing parallel lines of top stitch, select needle position left or right. Zig-zag L. Middle Needle Position R. For normal work, the needle position is middle. EN Three Needle Position Dial The needle position can be altered with the "Three needle position dial". For twin needle stitching, needle position is middle. Straight b.
a. Left Needle Position M. Right Needle Position 24 L M R a b For edge stitching or sewing parallel lines of top stitch, select needle position left or right. Zig-zag L. Middle Needle Position R. For normal work, the needle position is middle. EN Three Needle Position Dial The needle position can be altered with the "Three needle position dial". For twin needle stitching, needle position is middle. Straight b.
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EN Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial Function of stitch length dial approaches "0". Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 4 3 2 1 0.5 2 26 The density of zig-zag stitches increase as the dial approaches "4". The length of stitch length dial for zigzag stitching is 6mm; Standard zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "3" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of the individual stitches will decrease as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "6". ...
EN Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial Function of stitch length dial approaches "0". Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 4 3 2 1 0.5 2 26 The density of zig-zag stitches increase as the dial approaches "4". The length of stitch length dial for zigzag stitching is 6mm; Standard zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "3" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of the individual stitches will decrease as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "6". ...
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EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. (2) Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot controller to start sewing. (3) 1 2 3 28
EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. (2) Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot controller to start sewing. (3) 1 2 3 28
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Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser 1 2 foot. (2) Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). A Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to cut. (3) 30 B 3 EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Sew a few ...
Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser 1 2 foot. (2) Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). A Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to cut. (3) 30 B 3 EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Sew a few ...
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... the desired width and press. Blind Hem: Turn up the hem to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 10 for the fabric. Fold back (as shown in the diagram on curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. M Set the Stitch Length Dial...
... the desired width and press. Blind Hem: Turn up the hem to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 10 for the fabric. Fold back (as shown in the diagram on curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. M Set the Stitch Length Dial...
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Measure diameter and thickness of the buttonhole foot (b). Follow the 4-step sequence changing from one step to another with starting marking on the fabric you are using to sew the buttonhole. Take care not to sew too many stitches in the " " to use heavy thread or cord for stretch or knit fabrics. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from step to step through the buttonhole process, be adjusted according to the project, sew a test first to the fabric. Use a stabilizer for bar tacks to the next step. Adjust the Stitch Length Dial in steps 1 and 3. The width however may need...
Measure diameter and thickness of the buttonhole foot (b). Follow the 4-step sequence changing from one step to another with starting marking on the fabric you are using to sew the buttonhole. Take care not to sew too many stitches in the " " to use heavy thread or cord for stretch or knit fabrics. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from step to step through the buttonhole process, be adjusted according to the project, sew a test first to the fabric. Use a stabilizer for bar tacks to the next step. Adjust the Stitch Length Dial in steps 1 and 3. The width however may need...
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If the stitches on the left side of the buttonhole are too close together, turn the dial to the right (-). * Turning dial to the left opens left side. This dial should usually be in a neutral position (between "+" and "-") If the stitches on right and left sides of buttonhole can be adjusted by buttonhole balance control dial. EN Left and Right Side Balance for Buttonhole Stitch density on the left side of buttonhole are too open, turn the dial to the left (+). * Turning dial to right closes left side. 36
If the stitches on the left side of the buttonhole are too close together, turn the dial to the right (-). * Turning dial to the left opens left side. This dial should usually be in a neutral position (between "+" and "-") If the stitches on right and left sides of buttonhole can be adjusted by buttonhole balance control dial. EN Left and Right Side Balance for Buttonhole Stitch density on the left side of buttonhole are too open, turn the dial to the left (+). * Turning dial to right closes left side. 36