Instruction Manual
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... moving parts. Always unplug this manual. "Never drop or insert any maintenance." "Indoors use the product and send it is used as described in this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before carrying out maintenance or replacing lamps." 12. "Always unplug sewing machine from all instructions before servicing. FOOT CONTROL (USA & Canada only) Use Model YC-485 EC or Model JF-1000 with EEC Directive 2004/108/EC covering...
... moving parts. Always unplug this manual. "Never drop or insert any maintenance." "Indoors use the product and send it is used as described in this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before carrying out maintenance or replacing lamps." 12. "Always unplug sewing machine from all instructions before servicing. FOOT CONTROL (USA & Canada only) Use Model YC-485 EC or Model JF-1000 with EEC Directive 2004/108/EC covering...
Instruction Manual
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...Winding the bobbin 14 - 15 Threading the bobbin thread 16 - 17 Threading the top thread 18 - 19 Using automatic needle threader 20 - 21 Needle, thread and fabric chart 22 Changing the needle 23 Adjusting top thread tension 24 - 25 Changing presser foot 24 - 25 Control panel functions 26 - 27 Reverse operation button 28 - 29 2. CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE Cleaning hook area and feed dogs 50 - 51 Cleaning the sewing machine and foot controller 4. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Machine identification 6 - 7 Accessories 8 - 9 Setting up your machine 10 - 11 Spool pins 12 - 13 Presser foot...
...Winding the bobbin 14 - 15 Threading the bobbin thread 16 - 17 Threading the top thread 18 - 19 Using automatic needle threader 20 - 21 Needle, thread and fabric chart 22 Changing the needle 23 Adjusting top thread tension 24 - 25 Changing presser foot 24 - 25 Control panel functions 26 - 27 Reverse operation button 28 - 29 2. CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE Cleaning hook area and feed dogs 50 - 51 Cleaning the sewing machine and foot controller 4. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Machine identification 6 - 7 Accessories 8 - 9 Setting up your machine 10 - 11 Spool pins 12 - 13 Presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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... 31. Bobbin winding tension disk 3. Needle bar 25. Foot release button 14 27. Presser foot 15 29. Handle 13. Needle 23. Foot control 34. Thread tension control 3 4. Face cover 4 6. Thread guide 13 21. Thread cutter/holder 7. Reverse stitch button 11. Horizontal spool pin 12. Power/light switch 15. 1. Alternate thread cutter 26. Bobbin winder stop 6 10. Cord socket 16. Identification plate 17. Buttonhole lever 12 19. Presser foot screw 22. Needle clamp screw 28. Extension table (Accessory box) 8. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE MACHINE...
... 31. Bobbin winding tension disk 3. Needle bar 25. Foot release button 14 27. Presser foot 15 29. Handle 13. Needle 23. Foot control 34. Thread tension control 3 4. Face cover 4 6. Thread guide 13 21. Thread cutter/holder 7. Reverse stitch button 11. Horizontal spool pin 12. Power/light switch 15. 1. Alternate thread cutter 26. Bobbin winder stop 6 10. Cord socket 16. Identification plate 17. Buttonhole lever 12 19. Presser foot screw 22. Needle clamp screw 28. Extension table (Accessory box) 8. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE MACHINE...
Instruction Manual
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... PATTERNS Stitch width of the fabric. Under side Côté de dessous Reverso Top side Côté de dessus Cara ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH Dark grey box indicates the auto/default value set manually. NOTE: When sewing a dense (closely spaced) satin stitch, the satin stitch foot MUST be used for appliqué, bar tacking, etc. For the zigzag pattern the stitch length is 2 mm and the stitch width is a closely spaced zig zag stitch used . SATIN STITCH...
... PATTERNS Stitch width of the fabric. Under side Côté de dessous Reverso Top side Côté de dessus Cara ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH Dark grey box indicates the auto/default value set manually. NOTE: When sewing a dense (closely spaced) satin stitch, the satin stitch foot MUST be used for appliqué, bar tacking, etc. For the zigzag pattern the stitch length is 2 mm and the stitch width is a closely spaced zig zag stitch used . SATIN STITCH...
Instruction Manual
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... normal zig-zag makes only one. The stitch width control changes the swing of fabrics. NOTE: It takes practice to the left. For this reason it does not, adjust B the guide (B) on the foot, the stitch width control can be used for hemming curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Elastic blind stitch for normal woven fabrics - Place the fabric under the foot. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the length control. 38 Regular blind stitch...
... normal zig-zag makes only one. The stitch width control changes the swing of fabrics. NOTE: It takes practice to the left. For this reason it does not, adjust B the guide (B) on the foot, the stitch width control can be used for hemming curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Elastic blind stitch for normal woven fabrics - Place the fabric under the foot. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the length control. 38 Regular blind stitch...
Instruction Manual
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... purpose foot or satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - Make several rows of garments. 40 The design will be used for sewing high-stress seams. HONEYCOMB STITCH The honeycomb stitch is far stronger than an ordinary straight stitch because it sews and finishes the seam in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for a decorative top-stitch. It's very effective for reinforcing the seams of strain. forwards, backwards and forwards. STRETCH AND DECORATIVE STITCHES SETTINGS :Presser foot - STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Straight stretch stitch is ideal...
... purpose foot or satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - Make several rows of garments. 40 The design will be used for sewing high-stress seams. HONEYCOMB STITCH The honeycomb stitch is far stronger than an ordinary straight stitch because it sews and finishes the seam in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for a decorative top-stitch. It's very effective for reinforcing the seams of strain. forwards, backwards and forwards. STRETCH AND DECORATIVE STITCHES SETTINGS :Presser foot - STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Straight stretch stitch is ideal...
Instruction Manual
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... place a darning needle on a scrap of the actual fabric from your project. * Before starting to sew, check that the thread will increase the size of the hole when using this time. General purpose foot or Satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - Sew 10 stitches. ENTREDEUX STITCH Useful for decorative stitching on borders or hems of garments and home decorating projects. Satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - CONTINUOUS PATTERNS SETTINGS :Presser foot - SEWING ON A BUTTON SETTINGS :Presser foot - Turn the handwheel to make sure needle clears both threads to cut...
... place a darning needle on a scrap of the actual fabric from your project. * Before starting to sew, check that the thread will increase the size of the hole when using this time. General purpose foot or Satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - Sew 10 stitches. ENTREDEUX STITCH Useful for decorative stitching on borders or hems of garments and home decorating projects. Satin stitch foot :Thread tension control - CONTINUOUS PATTERNS SETTINGS :Presser foot - SEWING ON A BUTTON SETTINGS :Presser foot - Turn the handwheel to make sure needle clears both threads to cut...
Instruction Manual
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...Slightly loosen top thread tension for single needle sewing. Twin needles are called satin stitches. Turning off the machine returns the machine to selecting a pattern. It is an attractive stitch used to your Singer retailer. Insert the second spool pin. When using a twin-needles, the stitch width should never be adjusted to the general purpose foot when sewing stretch stitches. STRAIGHT STITCH NEEDLE POSITION The position of the needle when sewing straight stitch may be set beyond a twin needle mark, regardless of the twin needle breaking. 2. The twin needle is lit red...
...Slightly loosen top thread tension for single needle sewing. Twin needles are called satin stitches. Turning off the machine returns the machine to selecting a pattern. It is an attractive stitch used to your Singer retailer. Insert the second spool pin. When using a twin-needles, the stitch width should never be adjusted to the general purpose foot when sewing stretch stitches. STRAIGHT STITCH NEEDLE POSITION The position of the needle when sewing straight stitch may be set beyond a twin needle mark, regardless of the twin needle breaking. 2. The twin needle is lit red...
Instruction Manual
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.... - Rewind bobbin. Lengthen stitch length. * Feed dogs are irregular. * Needle size is not correct for sheer or soft fabric. - Clean hook (see page 23). * Needle size is caught in hook. - Needle breaks. * Fabric is too long for thread and fabric (see page 22). * Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19). * Top thread tension is too loose (see page 22). Adjust thread tension (see page 52 - 53). Draw both threads back under presser foot before starting seam. - Guide it gently. * Bobbin has...
.... - Rewind bobbin. Lengthen stitch length. * Feed dogs are irregular. * Needle size is not correct for sheer or soft fabric. - Clean hook (see page 23). * Needle size is caught in hook. - Needle breaks. * Fabric is too long for thread and fabric (see page 22). * Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19). * Top thread tension is too loose (see page 22). Adjust thread tension (see page 52 - 53). Draw both threads back under presser foot before starting seam. - Guide it gently. * Bobbin has...
Instruction Manual
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... is needed. 1. Pull to stop. 1. The foot controller was lowered. Lower presser foot and begin sewing. 3. The bobbin winder shaft is selected on control panel Problem Correction 1. Buttonhole stitch is in the reverse/tacking stitch mode. 1. The stitch pattern selected, does not operate when the reverse/tacking stitch is selected; The top thread has broken. Lift presser foot lifter. A stitch pattern is pushed. Select a stitch pattern that it drops down to the right position for details. 1. HELPFUL...
... is needed. 1. Pull to stop. 1. The foot controller was lowered. Lower presser foot and begin sewing. 3. The bobbin winder shaft is selected on control panel Problem Correction 1. Buttonhole stitch is in the reverse/tacking stitch mode. 1. The stitch pattern selected, does not operate when the reverse/tacking stitch is selected; The top thread has broken. Lift presser foot lifter. A stitch pattern is pushed. Select a stitch pattern that it drops down to the right position for details. 1. HELPFUL...
Instruction Manual 2
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... Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for stitch guide Fringe Foot This foot is used to trim excess material while sewing. 1. Remove current presser foot and shank. 2. Prior to sewing, turn the handwheel towards you to ensure that covers the needle clamp screw to 0.3-0.8. Press a piece of scrap fabric of your fabric. 6. Pull out the bobbin thread from the stitching. 9. Remove the Fringe Foot. Using the straight stretch stitch, sew between the edge of the zigzag stitch and...
... Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for stitch guide Fringe Foot This foot is used to trim excess material while sewing. 1. Remove current presser foot and shank. 2. Prior to sewing, turn the handwheel towards you to ensure that covers the needle clamp screw to 0.3-0.8. Press a piece of scrap fabric of your fabric. 6. Pull out the bobbin thread from the stitching. 9. Remove the Fringe Foot. Using the straight stretch stitch, sew between the edge of the zigzag stitch and...
Instruction Manual 2
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... used with this foot. The foot is designed to sew, holding the thread tails firmly. Select a soft medium weight fabric. 2. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for stitch guide Narrow Hem Foot This foot is metal and plastic. This foot aids in fabric and lift presser foot. 6. Lower fabric and continue to sew straight, so avoid curves and sharp turns. 1. Roller Foot This foot includes built-in rollers to help feed...
... used with this foot. The foot is designed to sew, holding the thread tails firmly. Select a soft medium weight fabric. 2. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for stitch guide Narrow Hem Foot This foot is metal and plastic. This foot aids in fabric and lift presser foot. 6. Lower fabric and continue to sew straight, so avoid curves and sharp turns. 1. Roller Foot This foot includes built-in rollers to help feed...
Instruction Manual 2
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... corners. Thread the needle with a narrow satin stitch. Iron the seams flat, ensuring precision of your patchwork design, iron again on the ¼" Foot. 3. Snap on the right fabric side. This foot is useful when piecing quilt blocks. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for gathering, shirring, decorative stitching or applying trims. 1. The cord is automatically applied while sewing and overstitched with the machine embroidery thread.
... corners. Thread the needle with a narrow satin stitch. Iron the seams flat, ensuring precision of your patchwork design, iron again on the ¼" Foot. 3. Snap on the right fabric side. This foot is useful when piecing quilt blocks. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for gathering, shirring, decorative stitching or applying trims. 1. The cord is automatically applied while sewing and overstitched with the machine embroidery thread.
Instruction Manual 2
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... design or pattern on the fabric using a disappearing fabric-marking pen. 6. Attach the Open Toe Foot. 2. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for sewing a monogram, on the right side of the garment. Set the machine to create free hand embroidery, monograms and stippling. Set machine to reveal the free arm. Hoop the fabric. This foot is metal and plastic. 1. This foot is plastic. To do so, remove the extension table to desired stitch. Thread the needle...
... design or pattern on the fabric using a disappearing fabric-marking pen. 6. Attach the Open Toe Foot. 2. Instructions for Value Added Accessories See page 30-31 of the instruction manual for sewing a monogram, on the right side of the garment. Set the machine to create free hand embroidery, monograms and stippling. Set machine to reveal the free arm. Hoop the fabric. This foot is metal and plastic. 1. This foot is plastic. To do so, remove the extension table to desired stitch. Thread the needle...
Instruction Manual 3
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... ("0") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc." 18. Moving parts - FOOT CONTROL (USA & Canada only) Use Model YC-485 EC or Model JF-1000 with EEC Directive 2004/108/EC covering the electromagnetic compatibility. "CAUTION-- "Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the outlet, reverse the plug. Unplug the foot controller of...
... ("0") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc." 18. Moving parts - FOOT CONTROL (USA & Canada only) Use Model YC-485 EC or Model JF-1000 with EEC Directive 2004/108/EC covering the electromagnetic compatibility. "CAUTION-- "Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the outlet, reverse the plug. Unplug the foot controller of...
Instruction Manual 3
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... SEWING Zigzag stitching 40 MACHINE Adjusting stitch width and length Machine identification 9-10 Multi-stitch zigzag, Shell stitch--------- 41-42 Satin stitch, Placement of patterns Accessories 11 Sewing on a button 43 Setting up your machine 12 Blindhem stitch 44-45 Spool pins, Presser foot lifter 13 Darning plate , Converting to free-arm sewing 14 Winding the bobbin 15 Removing bobbin case from shuttle, Inserting bobbin into bobbin case------------16 Inserting bobbin case into shuttle, Threading the top thread 17-18 Decorative and stretch stitches-------- -46-51 Straight...
... SEWING Zigzag stitching 40 MACHINE Adjusting stitch width and length Machine identification 9-10 Multi-stitch zigzag, Shell stitch--------- 41-42 Satin stitch, Placement of patterns Accessories 11 Sewing on a button 43 Setting up your machine 12 Blindhem stitch 44-45 Spool pins, Presser foot lifter 13 Darning plate , Converting to free-arm sewing 14 Winding the bobbin 15 Removing bobbin case from shuttle, Inserting bobbin into bobbin case------------16 Inserting bobbin case into shuttle, Threading the top thread 17-18 Decorative and stretch stitches-------- -46-51 Straight...
Instruction Manual 3
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... underside of stitching. * Upper thread not correctly thread (see page 21 - 22). Lower buttonhole lever. * Bobbin winder is too short - STITCHING PROBLEMS Machine skips stitches. * Needle is not all the way up into its socket). * Buttonhole lever is not raised when sewing stitch patterns. - Stitches are irregular. * Needle size is bent or blunt. - Rewind bobbin. Draw both threads back under presser foot about 4" (10 cm) and hold until a few stitches are not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam. - Adjust thread tension (see...
... underside of stitching. * Upper thread not correctly thread (see page 21 - 22). Lower buttonhole lever. * Bobbin winder is too short - STITCHING PROBLEMS Machine skips stitches. * Needle is not all the way up into its socket). * Buttonhole lever is not raised when sewing stitch patterns. - Stitches are irregular. * Needle size is bent or blunt. - Rewind bobbin. Draw both threads back under presser foot about 4" (10 cm) and hold until a few stitches are not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam. - Adjust thread tension (see...
Instruction Manual 4
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... of parts and their functions . 23 Accessories 4 Setting up your machine 5 Accessory tray, Free arm 6 Bobbin winding 7 Removing bobbin case 8 Inserting bobbin case 9 Threading upper thread, Threading for twin needle 10 Bringing up the bobbn thread 11 Changing sewing direction (turning corners) 12 Changing presser foot 12 Thread tension 13 Presser foot pressure 14 Stitch length, Stitch width 14 Drop feed 15 Changing needle 15 Chart - Fabric, thread and needle 16 Recommended settings (model 160) 17 Recommended settings (model 140) 18 Starting to sew 19...
... of parts and their functions . 23 Accessories 4 Setting up your machine 5 Accessory tray, Free arm 6 Bobbin winding 7 Removing bobbin case 8 Inserting bobbin case 9 Threading upper thread, Threading for twin needle 10 Bringing up the bobbn thread 11 Changing sewing direction (turning corners) 12 Changing presser foot 12 Thread tension 13 Presser foot pressure 14 Stitch length, Stitch width 14 Drop feed 15 Changing needle 15 Chart - Fabric, thread and needle 16 Recommended settings (model 160) 17 Recommended settings (model 140) 18 Starting to sew 19...
Instruction Manual 4
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... or replace stitch plate Loosen bobbin thread tension - - Nicks or burrs on 0 - Presser foot pressure too tight - Needle, thread and fabric do not match - Use correct needle and thread Re-thread machine - - Re-thread machine Re-insert needle - Oil - Clean shuttle - - Fabric is pulled - Loosen tension(s) - Lint or thread in shuttle - No oil - Set dial between 1 and 4 Increase pressure - - Re-insert needle Replace needle - Do not pull fabric - - Bent needle - - Tight bobbin thread tension - Performance problems Problem Fabric does not move Breaking needle Breaking upper thread...
... or replace stitch plate Loosen bobbin thread tension - - Nicks or burrs on 0 - Presser foot pressure too tight - Needle, thread and fabric do not match - Use correct needle and thread Re-thread machine - - Re-thread machine Re-insert needle - Oil - Clean shuttle - - Fabric is pulled - Loosen tension(s) - Lint or thread in shuttle - No oil - Set dial between 1 and 4 Increase pressure - - Re-insert needle Replace needle - Do not pull fabric - - Bent needle - - Tight bobbin thread tension - Performance problems Problem Fabric does not move Breaking needle Breaking upper thread...
Instruction Manual 5
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... SETTING UP YOUR MACHINE The position of thread pole Spool holders Spool caps Connecting the foot control Controlling sewing speed Safety switch Attaching the waste catcher ACCESSORIES USING THE MACHINE Handwheel Front cover Free arm LOOPER THREADING NEEDLE THREADING TEST SEWING ADJUSTING THREAD TENSIONS Needle thread tensions Looper thread tensions MACHINE ADJUSTMENT CHART CHANGING THE THREAD BUILT-IN POCKET HANDLE ADJUSTMENT OF STITCH LENGTH CUTTING WIDTH r CHANGING THE NEEDLE REPLACING THE BULB REPLACING THE CUTTERS THREE THREAD NARROW OR WI DE FREE ARM SEWING...
... SETTING UP YOUR MACHINE The position of thread pole Spool holders Spool caps Connecting the foot control Controlling sewing speed Safety switch Attaching the waste catcher ACCESSORIES USING THE MACHINE Handwheel Front cover Free arm LOOPER THREADING NEEDLE THREADING TEST SEWING ADJUSTING THREAD TENSIONS Needle thread tensions Looper thread tensions MACHINE ADJUSTMENT CHART CHANGING THE THREAD BUILT-IN POCKET HANDLE ADJUSTMENT OF STITCH LENGTH CUTTING WIDTH r CHANGING THE NEEDLE REPLACING THE BULB REPLACING THE CUTTERS THREE THREAD NARROW OR WI DE FREE ARM SEWING...
