Instruction Manual
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... the needle to break. 9. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any object into water. Never drop or insert any adjustments in order to repair or replace at once. Do not use the proper needle plate. This appliance is intended for their safety. 21. Use only attachments recommended by pulling on the foot controller. 19...
... the needle to break. 9. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any object into water. Never drop or insert any adjustments in order to repair or replace at once. Do not use the proper needle plate. This appliance is intended for their safety. 21. Use only attachments recommended by pulling on the foot controller. 19...
Instruction Manual
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...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 Automatic Needle Threader ...18 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...20 Thread Tension ...22 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...24 Three Needle Position Dial ...26 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...28 Sewing Straight Stitch...30 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...32 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...34 Blind Hem ...36 Sew 1-step Buttonholes ...38...
...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 Automatic Needle Threader ...18 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...20 Thread Tension ...22 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...24 Three Needle Position Dial ...26 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...28 Sewing Straight Stitch...30 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...32 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...34 Blind Hem ...36 Sew 1-step Buttonholes ...38...
Instruction Manual
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Thread cutter 6. Presser foot 4 12 7. Three needle position dial 6 10. Automatic threader 15. Thread take-up lever 2 10 4. One step buttonhole lever 14 15 2 Reverse sewing lever 11 3 5. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Needle plate cover 8. Pattern selector dial 8 14. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 5 13 9. Bobbin stopper 11. Presser foot pressure adjustment 1 9 3. Stitch length dial 13. Stitch width dial 7 12. Thread tension dial 2.
Thread cutter 6. Presser foot 4 12 7. Three needle position dial 6 10. Automatic threader 15. Thread take-up lever 2 10 4. One step buttonhole lever 14 15 2 Reverse sewing lever 11 3 5. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Needle plate cover 8. Pattern selector dial 8 14. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 5 13 9. Bobbin stopper 11. Presser foot pressure adjustment 1 9 3. Stitch length dial 13. Stitch width dial 7 12. Thread tension dial 2.
Instruction Manual
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...Even Feed foot w. Buttonhole foot d. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006918008 e 006905008 006Q6A0150 f d 006914008 g h i j k l m Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are , however, available for purchase from your authorized retailer.) n. Cording foot r. Blind hem foot s. Twin needle 2 Optional accessories n o p q r 006172008 006907008 006900008 006813008 006904008 s t u v w 006916008 006917008 006016008 0061850081 10 Zipper foot c. Bobbin (3x) j. L-screwdriver k. Auxiliary Spool Pin l. Darning/ embroidery foot v. Satin stitch foot...
...Even Feed foot w. Buttonhole foot d. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006918008 e 006905008 006Q6A0150 f d 006914008 g h i j k l m Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are , however, available for purchase from your authorized retailer.) n. Cording foot r. Blind hem foot s. Twin needle 2 Optional accessories n o p q r 006172008 006907008 006900008 006813008 006904008 s t u v w 006916008 006917008 006016008 0061850081 10 Zipper foot c. Bobbin (3x) j. L-screwdriver k. Auxiliary Spool Pin l. Darning/ embroidery foot v. Satin stitch foot...
Instruction Manual
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To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to the left (10) and remove. Step on spindle. (5) - Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is full. (9) 2 - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Hold thread end securily. (7) 1 - Cut thread, push bobbin spindle to right. (6) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Trim thread close to the bobbin & then continue winding until bobbin is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will...
To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to the left (10) and remove. Step on spindle. (5) - Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is full. (9) 2 - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Hold thread end securily. (7) 1 - Cut thread, push bobbin spindle to right. (6) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Trim thread close to the bobbin & then continue winding until bobbin is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will...
Instruction Manual
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... the timing to be threaded from spool through the upper thread guide (3) and pulling thread through the slotted eye of spool holder next to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - Trim thread to spool. (2) - For small thread spools, place small side of the take-up the spool pin. Draw thread from front to the rear beyond the needle eye. You must raise the presser foot to descend. Place the spool of thread...
... the timing to be threaded from spool through the upper thread guide (3) and pulling thread through the slotted eye of spool holder next to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - Trim thread to spool. (2) - For small thread spools, place small side of the take-up the spool pin. Draw thread from front to the rear beyond the needle eye. You must raise the presser foot to descend. Place the spool of thread...
Instruction Manual
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... with a size 14 needle. The threader automatically swings to its highest position. - Pass the thread in front of the manual) to "0". - Set the Pattern Selector Dial (see item # 13 on page 2 of the needle clamp. - Lower the needle threader (A) as far down as it will slip into the eye of the needle around the hook (D) from left to top. - Pass thread under thread guide (C), from bottom to right. - Thread upper tension of machine up...
... with a size 14 needle. The threader automatically swings to its highest position. - Pass the thread in front of the manual) to "0". - Set the Pattern Selector Dial (see item # 13 on page 2 of the needle clamp. - Lower the needle threader (A) as far down as it will slip into the eye of the needle around the hook (D) from left to top. - Pass thread under thread guide (C), from bottom to right. - Thread upper tension of machine up...
Instruction Manual
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EN Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. 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 20 Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
EN Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. 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 20 Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
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...machine tension is no single tension setting appropriate for straight stitch sewing. - Lower thread tension 1 The bobbin tension has been set correctly at the factory, so you will be less than for all sewing will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to adjust it. Thread tension too loose for zig zag and decorative sewing. D. EN Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting...
...machine tension is no single tension setting appropriate for straight stitch sewing. - Lower thread tension 1 The bobbin tension has been set correctly at the factory, so you will be less than for all sewing will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to adjust it. Thread tension too loose for zig zag and decorative sewing. D. EN Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting...
Instruction Manual
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... instructions for setting the stitch width & the stitch length dials can adjust the density by moving the Stitch Length Dial to 1 to make the stitching closer, or towards 4 to make it longer. Set the Stitch Width Dial (c) to 6. Set the Stitch Width Dial (c) to 6. Three needle position dial c. This will give you would like a narrower stitch, set the Stitch Width Dial to between 1 and 5. - This will give you would like a narrower stitch, set the Stitch Width Dial to between 1 and 5. - Reverse sewing lever...
... instructions for setting the stitch width & the stitch length dials can adjust the density by moving the Stitch Length Dial to 1 to make the stitching closer, or towards 4 to make it longer. Set the Stitch Width Dial (c) to 6. Set the Stitch Width Dial (c) to 6. Three needle position dial c. This will give you would like a narrower stitch, set the Stitch Width Dial to between 1 and 5. - This will give you would like a narrower stitch, set the Stitch Width Dial to between 1 and 5. - Reverse sewing lever...
Instruction Manual
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... - Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. The length of the stitch length dial approaches "0". The density of zig zag or decorative stitches increases as the setting 1 of the individual stitches will be set at "3" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to 6. Generally speaking, use this function your manual) is also the control for sewing a seam is positioned...
... - Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. The length of the stitch length dial approaches "0". The density of zig zag or decorative stitches increases as the setting 1 of the individual stitches will be set at "3" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to 6. Generally speaking, use this function your manual) is also the control for sewing a seam is positioned...
Instruction Manual
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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 between 2 and 3. EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Set the stitch length to start sewing. (3) 1 2 3 30
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 between 2 and 3. EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Set the stitch length to start sewing. (3) 1 2 3 30
Instruction Manual
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... the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever 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. EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down to the side of the face plate...
... the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever 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. EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down to the side of the face plate...
Instruction Manual
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... stitch length dial to "S1" or "S2". Set the stitch width dial to the desired pattern. Set the stitch length dial to the indicator marked "S1" or "S2". Then, turn the pattern selector dial to "1". M 1 M 2 34 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The stretch stitch patterns are two examples: Straight Stretch Stitch (1) Set the pattern selector dial to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. Ric Rac (2) Set the pattern selector dial to between "3" and "6". Adjust the stitch width dial to " ". Used...
... stitch length dial to "S1" or "S2". Set the stitch width dial to the desired pattern. Set the stitch length dial to the indicator marked "S1" or "S2". Then, turn the pattern selector dial to "1". M 1 M 2 34 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The stretch stitch patterns are two examples: Straight Stretch Stitch (1) Set the pattern selector dial to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. Ric Rac (2) Set the pattern selector dial to between "3" and "6". Adjust the stitch width dial to " ". Used...
Instruction Manual
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... stretch fabrics. M Set the stitch length dial with the range shown on the right of the folded fabric. 1 Start to the desired width and press. Set the stitch width dial at the right. Blind hem for firm fabrics. Sew a test first to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 10 for lighter weight fabrics, and a wider stitch is completed and press. Note: 2 To make sure the machine settings...
... stretch fabrics. M Set the stitch length dial with the range shown on the right of the folded fabric. 1 Start to the desired width and press. Set the stitch width dial at the right. Blind hem for firm fabrics. Sew a test first to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 10 for lighter weight fabrics, and a wider stitch is completed and press. Note: 2 To make sure the machine settings...
Instruction Manual
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..., attach the buttonhole foot, and set the Pattern Selector Dial to match the diameter of the foot, insert them into the grooves and temporarily tie them there. 3. Stabilizer should alsways be sewn first.) (Align the mark on stretch fabric, hook heavy thread or cord under & to " ". 2. Making a Buttonhole 1. Sew a test first to " ". Open the button plate and insert the button (B). 5. EN Sew 1-step Buttonholes Buttonhole sewing is done in the order (D). 8. Set stitch length dial to determine this. 3. Set stitch length dial to...
..., attach the buttonhole foot, and set the Pattern Selector Dial to match the diameter of the foot, insert them into the grooves and temporarily tie them there. 3. Stabilizer should alsways be sewn first.) (Align the mark on stretch fabric, hook heavy thread or cord under & to " ". 2. Making a Buttonhole 1. Sew a test first to " ". Open the button plate and insert the button (B). 5. EN Sew 1-step Buttonholes Buttonhole sewing is done in the order (D). 8. Set stitch length dial to determine this. 3. Set stitch length dial to...
Instruction Manual
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"6". ba b Raise the needle out of the button. Set the machine for zig-zag stitch, then set the width to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the fabric. EN Sewing on Buttons Move the drop feed control to right side to lower the feed dogs. (1) Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to finish. 1 If a shank is required, place a darning needle on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first...
"6". ba b Raise the needle out of the button. Set the machine for zig-zag stitch, then set the width to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the fabric. EN Sewing on Buttons Move the drop feed control to right side to lower the feed dogs. (1) Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to finish. 1 If a shank is required, place a darning needle on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first...
Instruction Manual
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..., satin, kettlecloth, sailcloth, double knits, lightweight woolens. Always use genuine SINGER® needles. 2. Sizes range Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. Also sweater knits, Lycra®, swimsuit fabric, elastic. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 48 Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims. Most threads sold are all leathers and vinyls. Set stitch length...
..., satin, kettlecloth, sailcloth, double knits, lightweight woolens. Always use genuine SINGER® needles. 2. Sizes range Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. Also sweater knits, Lycra®, swimsuit fabric, elastic. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 48 Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims. Most threads sold are all leathers and vinyls. Set stitch length...
Instruction Manual
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... causing problems. For best sewing results always use SINGER® needles. Bent needles B. Blunt needles Replace your needle after inserting the new needle. (1) B. EN Inserting & Changing Needles Change the needle regularly, especially if it will go. Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing 1 the needle. Needles must be towards the back. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after an average of 16 hours of sewing for better quality stitching. 2 53 D A B C B A C C/D.Insert the needle as...
... causing problems. For best sewing results always use SINGER® needles. Bent needles B. Blunt needles Replace your needle after inserting the new needle. (1) B. EN Inserting & Changing Needles Change the needle regularly, especially if it will go. Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing 1 the needle. Needles must be towards the back. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after an average of 16 hours of sewing for better quality stitching. 2 53 D A B C B A C C/D.Insert the needle as...
Instruction Manual
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...thread. 2. Clean the hook and feed dog as illustrated. 3. Skipped stitches Needle breaks Loose stitches Seams gather or pucker Uneven stitches, uneven feed 1. The foot is noisy The machine jams 1. Thread tension wrong. 1. The machine is not attached correctly. 1. Rethread the machine. 2. Remove and reinsert the needle. (flat side towards the back) 2. The thread should pull easily. 2. Insert the needle correctly. (flat side towards the back) 3. Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric. 4. Replace the needle. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Upper thread breaks Lower...
...thread. 2. Clean the hook and feed dog as illustrated. 3. Skipped stitches Needle breaks Loose stitches Seams gather or pucker Uneven stitches, uneven feed 1. The foot is noisy The machine jams 1. Thread tension wrong. 1. The machine is not attached correctly. 1. Rethread the machine. 2. Remove and reinsert the needle. (flat side towards the back) 2. The thread should pull easily. 2. Insert the needle correctly. (flat side towards the back) 3. Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric. 4. Replace the needle. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Upper thread breaks Lower...
