Instruction Manual
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... for household use the proper needle plate. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. To disconnect, turn off ("O") position, then remove plug from the electric outlet immediately after using this appliance only for their safety. 21. This appliance is not intended for use by or near children. 2. Children should never be replaced by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the...
... for household use the proper needle plate. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. To disconnect, turn off ("O") position, then remove plug from the electric outlet immediately after using this appliance only for their safety. 21. This appliance is not intended for use by or near children. 2. Children should never be replaced by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the...
Instruction Manual
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... Accessories ...16 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...18 Inserting the Bobbin ...20 Threading the Upper Thread ...22 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...24 Thread Tension...26 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...28 Sewing Straight Stitch ...30 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 32 Blind Hem ...34 Sew 4-step Buttonholes ...36 Sewing on Buttons ...38 Free Motion Darning, Stippling ...40 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table...42 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank...44 Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart ...46 Darning Plate...49 Maintenance and Troubleshooting...
... Accessories ...16 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...18 Inserting the Bobbin ...20 Threading the Upper Thread ...22 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...24 Thread Tension...26 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...28 Sewing Straight Stitch ...30 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 32 Blind Hem ...34 Sew 4-step Buttonholes ...36 Sewing on Buttons ...38 Free Motion Darning, Stippling ...40 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table...42 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank...44 Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart ...46 Darning Plate...49 Maintenance and Troubleshooting...
Instruction Manual
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Thread take-up lever 3. Thread guide 10. Presser foot 8 6. Thread cutter 4. Needle plate 9 7. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 1 10 8. Face plate 5. Bobbin stopper 3 11. Thread tension dial 2. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Pattern selector dial 2 9. Reverse sewing lever 4 11 5 6 7 9
Thread take-up lever 3. Thread guide 10. Presser foot 8 6. Thread cutter 4. Needle plate 9 7. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 1 10 8. Face plate 5. Bobbin stopper 3 11. Thread tension dial 2. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Pattern selector dial 2 9. Reverse sewing lever 4 11 5 6 7 9
Instruction Manual
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Handwheel 16. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 12. Bobbin winding spindle 14. Bobbin thread guide 19. Foot speed control 21. Handle 13. Power cord 11 Spool pins 15. Power and light switch 17. Main plug socket 18. Presser foot lifter 20.
Handwheel 16. EN Principal Parts of the Machine 12. Bobbin winding spindle 14. Bobbin thread guide 19. Foot speed control 21. Handle 13. Power cord 11 Spool pins 15. Power and light switch 17. Main plug socket 18. Presser foot lifter 20.
Instruction Manual
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... the outlet, reverse the plug. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt of electric shock, this plug is not in use . Unplug power cord when machine is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of how to connect machine to install the proper outlet. EN Connecting Machine to Power Source Connect the machine to a power source as...
... the outlet, reverse the plug. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt of electric shock, this plug is not in use . Unplug power cord when machine is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of how to connect machine to install the proper outlet. EN Connecting Machine to Power Source Connect the machine to a power source as...
Instruction Manual
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All purpose foot b. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver f. Seam ripper/ brush g. they are not supplied with this machine; Blind hem foot p. Overcasting foot n. Zipper foot c. Spool pin felt (2x) h. Hemmer foot o. EN Accessories Standard accessories (1) 1 a. Darning plate Optional accessories (2) 2 (These 6 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) l. Darning/ Embroidery foot 16 Buttonhole foot d. Bobbin (3x) k. Pack of needles (3x) i. Edge/ quilting guide j. Satin stitch foot q. Quilting foot m....
All purpose foot b. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver f. Seam ripper/ brush g. they are not supplied with this machine; Blind hem foot p. Overcasting foot n. Zipper foot c. Spool pin felt (2x) h. Hemmer foot o. EN Accessories Standard accessories (1) 1 a. Darning plate Optional accessories (2) 2 (These 6 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) l. Darning/ Embroidery foot 16 Buttonhole foot d. Bobbin (3x) k. Pack of needles (3x) i. Edge/ quilting guide j. Satin stitch foot q. Quilting foot m....
Instruction Manual
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... the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. EN Winding the Bobbin - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (3) - Step on spindle. (4) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (7) - Cut thread. (8) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (5) - Place the thread and Spool pin felt (a) onto the spool pin. (1) - Pass the thread through the thread guide. (2) - Push bobbin spindle to left (9) and remove. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder...
... the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. EN Winding the Bobbin - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (3) - Step on spindle. (4) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (7) - Cut thread. (8) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (5) - Place the thread and Spool pin felt (a) onto the spool pin. (1) - Pass the thread through the thread guide. (2) - Push bobbin spindle to left (9) and remove. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder...
Instruction Manual
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... up lever and then downwards again. (6) - Pull about 6-8 inches of the take-up left through the thread guide to back. - Raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2) Note: For safety, it is important to descend. EN Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before threading. - Start by raising the needle to...
... up lever and then downwards again. (6) - Pull about 6-8 inches of the take-up left through the thread guide to back. - Raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2) Note: For safety, it is important to descend. EN Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before threading. - Start by raising the needle to...
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 24 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 24 Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
Instruction Manual
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... next number up. B. Normal thread tension for all sewing will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of tension is no single tension setting appropriate for zig zag and decorative sewing. C D 26 A. There is important to good sewing. - EN Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4". (1) To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Lower thread tension The bobbin tension has been set correctly...
... next number up. B. Normal thread tension for all sewing will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of tension is no single tension setting appropriate for zig zag and decorative sewing. C D 26 A. There is important to good sewing. - EN Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4". (1) To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Lower thread tension The bobbin tension has been set correctly...
Instruction Manual
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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 30
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 30
Instruction Manual
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... face plate and into thread cutter (B). Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) A Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position and the needle begins to cut. (3) 32 2 B 3 Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to descend, raise the presser foot and remove work 1 behind the needle and presser foot. (2) Cutting the Thread Pull the threads...
... face plate and into thread cutter (B). Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) A Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position and the needle begins to cut. (3) 32 2 B 3 Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to descend, raise the presser foot and remove work 1 behind the needle and presser foot. (2) Cutting the Thread Pull the threads...
Instruction Manual
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Blind hem/ lingerie for stretch fabrics. Lingerie Stitch : Turn up the hem to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. Note: It takes practice to the desired width and press. Fold back (as shown in Fig. 1) against the right side of the fabric with edge of hem to the left edge of the folded fabric. 1 Start to sew slowly on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly...
Blind hem/ lingerie for stretch fabrics. Lingerie Stitch : Turn up the hem to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. Note: It takes practice to the desired width and press. Fold back (as shown in Fig. 1) against the right side of the fabric with edge of hem to the left edge of the folded fabric. 1 Start to sew slowly on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly...
Instruction Manual
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Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from step to step through the buttonhole process, be sure that the needle is advisable to use heavy thread or cord for stretch or knit fabrics. Note: Density varies according to sew too many stitches in steps 1 and 3. Slightly reducing upper thread tension will produce better results. - It is raised before turning the Pattern Selector Dial to obtain correct buttonhole length; Use a stabilizer for bartacks...
Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from step to step through the buttonhole process, be sure that the needle is advisable to use heavy thread or cord for stretch or knit fabrics. Note: Density varies according to sew too many stitches in steps 1 and 3. Slightly reducing upper thread tension will produce better results. - It is raised before turning the Pattern Selector Dial to obtain correct buttonhole length; Use a stabilizer for bartacks...
Instruction Manual
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... 10 stitches. (3) Bring the thread tails to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial for the second zig-zag pattern (as shown), which should correspond to check if the needle goes into the right and left hole of the button without hitting the button. Slowly sew on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first, push the work , then tie off manually. EN Sewing on Buttons Install the darning plate. (1) Change...
... 10 stitches. (3) Bring the thread tails to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial for the second zig-zag pattern (as shown), which should correspond to check if the needle goes into the right and left hole of the button without hitting the button. Slowly sew on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first, push the work , then tie off manually. EN Sewing on Buttons Install the darning plate. (1) Change...
Instruction Manual
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... hold layers of fabric. EN Free Motion Darning, Stippling * The darning/ embroidery foot is an optional accessory not included with your machine. (1) Darning: Install the darning plate. (2) Remove the presser foot shank. (3) Attach the darning/ embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. a b c 5 3 4 40 It is controlled by 90° and sew over previous stitching. The lever (a) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (c). (4) For darning, first sew around the edge of the hole (to coordinate sewing speed and movement of...
... hold layers of fabric. EN Free Motion Darning, Stippling * The darning/ embroidery foot is an optional accessory not included with your machine. (1) Darning: Install the darning plate. (2) Remove the presser foot shank. (3) Attach the darning/ embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. a b c 5 3 4 40 It is controlled by 90° and sew over previous stitching. The lever (a) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (c). (4) For darning, first sew around the edge of the hole (to coordinate sewing speed and movement of...
Instruction Manual
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.../ quilting guide (g) in the slot as needed for hems, pleats, quilting, etc. (4) Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the above the pin (d). (2) The presser foot (f) will engage automatically. e 3 44 a e b d 2 c f g 4 Removing the presser foot Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lifter, until the cut-out (c) is directly above operations! Adjust as illustrated. Attach the presser foot shank (b) as illustrated. (1) a Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank (b) using the presser foot lifter. (3) Raise the lever...
.../ quilting guide (g) in the slot as needed for hems, pleats, quilting, etc. (4) Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the above the pin (d). (2) The presser foot (f) will engage automatically. e 3 44 a e b d 2 c f g 4 Removing the presser foot Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lifter, until the cut-out (c) is directly above operations! Adjust as illustrated. Attach the presser foot shank (b) as illustrated. (1) a Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank (b) using the presser foot lifter. (3) Raise the lever...
Instruction Manual
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... these fabrics and needle sizes. Natural and synthetic woven fabrics, polyester blends. For best sewing results always use the same thread on natural woven fabrics for best Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens, outdoor tent and results. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 46 EN Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE 9-11...
... these fabrics and needle sizes. Natural and synthetic woven fabrics, polyester blends. For best sewing results always use the same thread on natural woven fabrics for best Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens, outdoor tent and results. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 46 EN Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE 9-11...
Instruction Manual
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For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. darning or free-hand embroidery), the darning plate must be used. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/embroidery foot, available as illustrated. Install the darning plate as an optional accessory from authorized SINGER® retailers. (See page 16 for part number of work, (e.g. EN Darning Plate For certain types of darning/embroidery foot) 49
For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. darning or free-hand embroidery), the darning plate must be used. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/embroidery foot, available as illustrated. Install the darning plate as an optional accessory from authorized SINGER® retailers. (See page 16 for part number of work, (e.g. EN Darning Plate For certain types of darning/embroidery foot) 49
Instruction Manual
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... a better quality thread. 2. Wrong needle size for the fabric. 4. Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 2. The needle is caught in the hook. 55 Correction 1. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Select a larger needle. 4. Replace the needle. The thread is damaged. 2. The needle is wound around the spool holder pin. 6. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Upper thread breaks Cause 1. The wrong size needle has been used. 4. The bobbin case is too tight. 3. Fabric has been pulled. The thread tension is not correctly threaded. 3. The bobbin case is too...
... a better quality thread. 2. Wrong needle size for the fabric. 4. Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 2. The needle is caught in the hook. 55 Correction 1. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Select a larger needle. 4. Replace the needle. The thread is damaged. 2. The needle is wound around the spool holder pin. 6. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem Upper thread breaks Cause 1. The wrong size needle has been used. 4. The bobbin case is too tight. 3. Fabric has been pulled. The thread tension is not correctly threaded. 3. The bobbin case is too...
