Instruction Manual
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... the risk of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 5. Close attention is necessary when this appliance from outlet. 15. Never operate the appliance with foot controller is not working properly, if it to break. 7. Always unplug sewing machine from accumulation of electric shock: 1. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10. Never place...
... the risk of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 5. Close attention is necessary when this appliance from outlet. 15. Never operate the appliance with foot controller is not working properly, if it to break. 7. Always unplug sewing machine from accumulation of electric shock: 1. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10. Never place...
Instruction Manual
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... Machine to Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter...8 Accessories ...9 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...11 Inserting the Bobbin ...13 Thread Tension ...15 Threading the Upper Thread ...17 Automatic Needle Threader ...19 Raising the Bobbin Thread...21 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...23 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...25 Sewing Straight Stitch ...27 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 29 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...31 Blind Hem...33 Buttonhole ...35 Sewing on Buttons ...37 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table...
... Machine to Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter...8 Accessories ...9 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...11 Inserting the Bobbin ...13 Thread Tension ...15 Threading the Upper Thread ...17 Automatic Needle Threader ...19 Raising the Bobbin Thread...21 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...23 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial ...25 Sewing Straight Stitch ...27 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread 29 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...31 Blind Hem...33 Buttonhole ...35 Sewing on Buttons ...37 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table...
Instruction Manual
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Thread tension dial 7 2. Pattern selector dial 12. Automatic threader 2 Thread take-up lever 8 3. Thread cutter 4. Reverse sewing lever 8. Stitch length dial 11. Bobbin stopper 11 9. Needle plate 10 6. Presser foot 9 5. Stitch width dial 10. 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 GB Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 7.
Thread tension dial 7 2. Pattern selector dial 12. Automatic threader 2 Thread take-up lever 8 3. Thread cutter 4. Reverse sewing lever 8. Stitch length dial 11. Bobbin stopper 11 9. Needle plate 10 6. Presser foot 9 5. Stitch width dial 10. 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 GB Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 7.
Instruction Manual
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... area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China) Sewing light Press main switch (A) to " l " for power and light. To reduce the risk of how to connect machine to be grounded 6 a. The foot control must be used with a polarized plug (one way. Do not modify the plug in use . Conductor intended to power source. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician...
... area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China) Sewing light Press main switch (A) to " l " for power and light. To reduce the risk of how to connect machine to be grounded 6 a. The foot control must be used with a polarized plug (one way. Do not modify the plug in use . Conductor intended to power source. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician...
Instruction Manual
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Darning plate i. Spool holder Optional accessories (2) (These 11 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) j. Satin stitch foot q. Darning/ embroidery foot r. All purpose foot b. Button sewing foot c. Second spool pin s. Oil bottle 9 Buttonhole foot d. Bobbin (3x) h. Zipper foot l. Blind hem foot p. Spool pin felt t. Seam ripper/ brush f. Pack of needles g. they are not supplied with this machine; Hemmer foot o. Edge/ quilting guide k. Quilting/ straight stitch foot m. 1 a 006806008 d b c 006914008 e ...
Darning plate i. Spool holder Optional accessories (2) (These 11 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) j. Satin stitch foot q. Darning/ embroidery foot r. All purpose foot b. Button sewing foot c. Second spool pin s. Oil bottle 9 Buttonhole foot d. Bobbin (3x) h. Zipper foot l. Blind hem foot p. Spool pin felt t. Seam ripper/ brush f. Pack of needles g. they are not supplied with this machine; Hemmer foot o. Edge/ quilting guide k. Quilting/ straight stitch foot m. 1 a 006806008 d b c 006914008 e ...
Instruction Manual
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GB Winding the Bobbin - Hold thread end. (7) - Wind thread counterclockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 7 8 9 10 11 Step on spindle. (5) 1 2 3 - Push bobbin spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to right. (6) - Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to the left (10) and remove. 4 5 6 Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will...
GB Winding the Bobbin - Hold thread end. (7) - Wind thread counterclockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 7 8 9 10 11 Step on spindle. (5) 1 2 3 - Push bobbin spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to right. (6) - Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to the left (10) and remove. 4 5 6 Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will...
Instruction Manual
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... inserting or removing the bobbin. 6 13 Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). (3) - Remove the extension table, then open the hinged cover. (1) - GB Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must a be fully raised. - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger. (4) Leave a 6 inch tail of thread. - Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. (2) 1 2 - Hold the bobbin case...
... inserting or removing the bobbin. 6 13 Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). (3) - Remove the extension table, then open the hinged cover. (1) - GB Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must a be fully raised. - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger. (4) Leave a 6 inch tail of thread. - Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. (2) 1 2 - Hold the bobbin case...
Instruction Manual
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GB Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Thread tension too tight for zig zag and decorative sewing. To adjust, turn the small screw on the side of tension is important to the next number up. Proper setting of the bobbin case. C. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. Jerk it will drop too much. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is correct, the thread will unwind...
GB Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Thread tension too tight for zig zag and decorative sewing. To adjust, turn the small screw on the side of tension is important to the next number up. Proper setting of the bobbin case. C. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. Jerk it will drop too much. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is correct, the thread will unwind...
Instruction Manual
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... of this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. - At the top of the take-up lever and then 4 downwards again. (6) - Trim thread to release the tension discs. Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (7) and then down right channel and up the spool pin. 6 43 2 8 7 5 1 2 3 5 6 7 GB Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important...
... of this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. - At the top of the take-up lever and then 4 downwards again. (6) - Trim thread to release the tension discs. Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (7) and then down right channel and up the spool pin. 6 43 2 8 7 5 1 2 3 5 6 7 GB Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important...
Instruction Manual
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Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. GB 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 21
Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. GB 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 21
Instruction Manual
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... stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. "5". (1) The Stitch Width Dial is center needle position. Neat zig-zag stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of zig-zag stitches increase as you move zigzag dial from "0" - The density of stitch length dial for zigzag stitching is 5mm; The length of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approached "0". Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching Set the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight...
... stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. "5". (1) The Stitch Width Dial is center needle position. Neat zig-zag stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2) Function of zig-zag stitches increase as you move zigzag dial from "0" - The density of stitch length dial for zigzag stitching is 5mm; The length of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approached "0". Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching Set the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight...
Instruction Manual
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GB Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) 1 2 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) 3 27
GB Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) 1 2 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) 3 27
Instruction Manual
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... the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to descend. 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 its highest position, and continue turning until the needle just slightly begins to the side of a seam, press down to cut. (3) 29 Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A).
... the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to descend. 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 its highest position, and continue turning until the needle just slightly begins to the side of a seam, press down to cut. (3) 29 Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A).
Instruction Manual
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Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. 1 Ric Rac Set the Pattern Selector Dial to between "3" and "5". Then, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the desired pattern. Adjust the Stitch Width Dial to " ". Ric Rac Stitch is suitable for firm fabrics like denim, corduroy, poplin, duck, etc. 2 31 Though there are several stretch patterns, here are indicated with...
Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. 1 Ric Rac Set the Pattern Selector Dial to between "3" and "5". Then, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the desired pattern. Adjust the Stitch Width Dial to " ". Ric Rac Stitch is suitable for firm fabrics like denim, corduroy, poplin, duck, etc. 2 31 Though there are several stretch patterns, here are indicated with...
Instruction Manual
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Blind hems, however, are appropriate for stretch fabrics. Sew a test first to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 9 for the weight/type of fabric being sewn, within the range shown in Fig. 1) against the right side of the fabric with a longer stitch length setting. Blind hem for heavier weight fabrics. Set the Stitch Length Dial with the range shown on the right of the folded fabric. Blind Hem: Turn...
Blind hems, however, are appropriate for stretch fabrics. Sew a test first to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER® retailer. (See page 9 for the weight/type of fabric being sewn, within the range shown in Fig. 1) against the right side of the fabric with a longer stitch length setting. Blind hem for heavier weight fabrics. Set the Stitch Length Dial with the range shown on the right of the folded fabric. Blind Hem: Turn...
Instruction Manual
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... Buttonholes Prepare 1. Adjust the Stitch Length Dial in steps 2 and 4. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from one step to use heavy thread or cord for fine or stretchy fabrics. - Slightly reducing upper thread tension will produce better results. - Lower the foot, so that the buttonhole center line marked on the fabric aligns with the center of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8") for bar tacks; Note: Density varies according to set stitch density. Set the stitch...
... Buttonholes Prepare 1. Adjust the Stitch Length Dial in steps 2 and 4. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open from one step to use heavy thread or cord for fine or stretchy fabrics. - Slightly reducing upper thread tension will produce better results. - Lower the foot, so that the buttonhole center line marked on the fabric aligns with the center of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8") for bar tacks; Note: Density varies according to set stitch density. Set the stitch...
Instruction Manual
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... securing stitches, set the width to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the fabric. Set the machine for straight stitch, with the width at "0". If a shank is required, place a darning needle on Buttons Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to the distance between the holes of the button and sew. Adjust the stitch width, as needed, according to "0". Turn the handwheel to number...
... securing stitches, set the width to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the fabric. Set the machine for straight stitch, with the width at "0". If a shank is required, place a darning needle on Buttons Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to the distance between the holes of the button and sew. Adjust the stitch width, as needed, according to "0". Turn the handwheel to number...
Instruction Manual
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... hole than standard large needle.) Note : 1. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. SINGER® 2045 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9 (70) to 18 (110). Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 43 Sizes range Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. GB Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD...
... hole than standard large needle.) Note : 1. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. SINGER® 2045 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9 (70) to 18 (110). Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. 43 Sizes range Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. GB Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD...
Instruction Manual
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... bobbin case is not inserted correctly. 5. Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and pull on the hook or needle bar. 2. Loosen lower thread tension as described. 3. The wrong size or type of needle has been used . 3. The needle is incorrectly adjusted. 3. The stitch length is not correctly inserted. 3. Readjust the stitch length. 3. The machine must suit the fabric and thread. 4. Only use good quality sewing machine oil. 4. The thread tension is not inserted correctly. 2. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel. 6. The bobbin...
... bobbin case is not inserted correctly. 5. Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and pull on the hook or needle bar. 2. Loosen lower thread tension as described. 3. The wrong size or type of needle has been used . 3. The needle is incorrectly adjusted. 3. The stitch length is not correctly inserted. 3. Readjust the stitch length. 3. The machine must suit the fabric and thread. 4. Only use good quality sewing machine oil. 4. The thread tension is not inserted correctly. 2. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel. 6. The bobbin...
Instruction Manual 2
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...the included screw driver. (1) Clean the Feed Dog: Remove the bobbin and use the brush supplied to clean the area. (2) Cleaning and Lubricating the Hook: Remove the bobbin case. IMPORTANT: Fabric fluff and threads must be serviced at regular intervals. Your machine should be removed regularly. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the stitch plate. Lubricate the points (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Replace the hook (5). Turn the handwheel until the needle is in the left position. SINGER® 2263 Simple Sewing Machine Oiling Instructions Remove the Needle Plate Turn...
...the included screw driver. (1) Clean the Feed Dog: Remove the bobbin and use the brush supplied to clean the area. (2) Cleaning and Lubricating the Hook: Remove the bobbin case. IMPORTANT: Fabric fluff and threads must be serviced at regular intervals. Your machine should be removed regularly. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the stitch plate. Lubricate the points (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Replace the hook (5). Turn the handwheel until the needle is in the left position. SINGER® 2263 Simple Sewing Machine Oiling Instructions Remove the Needle Plate Turn...
