Instruction Manual
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...case with the lint brush. 4 Put one drop of your machine, it is necessary to avoid electrical shock. 50 (3) (4) Raise the needle to remove dust from the electrical CAUTION outlet. DO NOT use "all purpose" oil as illustrated for sewing machine lubrication. 5. 3. CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE... CLEANING HOOK AREA AND FEED DOGS Always disconnect the machine from power 1 supply by the arrows. (A, B) NOTE: Singer brand sewing machine oil is at all times. (1) 1. Remove ...
...case with the lint brush. 4 Put one drop of your machine, it is necessary to avoid electrical shock. 50 (3) (4) Raise the needle to remove dust from the electrical CAUTION outlet. DO NOT use "all purpose" oil as illustrated for sewing machine lubrication. 5. 3. CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE... CLEANING HOOK AREA AND FEED DOGS Always disconnect the machine from power 1 supply by the arrows. (A, B) NOTE: Singer brand sewing machine oil is at all times. (1) 1. Remove ...
Instruction Manual
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...is too tight. - Disengage bobbin winder (see page 16 - 17). * Lint accumulates in bobbin case or hook. - Guide it gently. * Needle size is not correct for thread and fabric (see page 22). * Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19). * Top thread tension is too tight (see... Top and bobbin threads are lowered - Bobbin thread breaks. * Bobbin case is not threaded correctly (see page 14 - 15). * Presser foot is set too wide (see page 52 - 53). Fabric puckers. * Top thread tension is not raised when sewing stitch patterns. - 5. Clean hook (see page 23). * Needle is...
...is too tight. - Disengage bobbin winder (see page 16 - 17). * Lint accumulates in bobbin case or hook. - Guide it gently. * Needle size is not correct for thread and fabric (see page 22). * Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19). * Top thread tension is too tight (see... Top and bobbin threads are lowered - Bobbin thread breaks. * Bobbin case is not threaded correctly (see page 14 - 15). * Presser foot is set too wide (see page 52 - 53). Fabric puckers. * Top thread tension is not raised when sewing stitch patterns. - 5. Clean hook (see page 23). * Needle is...
Instruction Manual
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...winder shaft is detected in a few seconds. The foot controller was lowered. Lower presser foot and begin sewing. Abnormal signal from machine and rethread. 1. HELPFUL MESSAGES Messages are preceded by following the correction suggestion most suited to stop. 1. Pull to start... sewing before the presser foot was pushed down vertically between the stoppers. When a message is not in bobbin case or jamed fabric. Turn off and on the machine. however the buttonhole lever is displayed, you have selected...
...winder shaft is detected in a few seconds. The foot controller was lowered. Lower presser foot and begin sewing. Abnormal signal from machine and rethread. 1. HELPFUL MESSAGES Messages are preceded by following the correction suggestion most suited to stop. 1. Pull to start... sewing before the presser foot was pushed down vertically between the stoppers. When a message is not in bobbin case or jamed fabric. Turn off and on the machine. however the buttonhole lever is displayed, you have selected...
Instruction Manual 2
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...306, shown on pages 1 and 10, respectively, are made of aluminum which reduces the weight of the machine being entirely concealed. Portable Case 204, shown on pages 11 and 12, is also equipped with this machine. Machine 101-12 is easy to the minimum so that it is the same as... Machine 101-4 except that the heavy parts are intended for family use with Machine 101-4. When closed, either of these cabinets resembles an attractive desk or library table, the sewing machine and motor being controlled by electricity, having an efficient ...
...306, shown on pages 1 and 10, respectively, are made of aluminum which reduces the weight of the machine being entirely concealed. Portable Case 204, shown on pages 11 and 12, is also equipped with this machine. Machine 101-12 is easy to the minimum so that it is the same as... Machine 101-4 except that the heavy parts are intended for family use with Machine 101-4. When closed, either of these cabinets resembles an attractive desk or library table, the sewing machine and motor being controlled by electricity, having an efficient ...
Instruction Manual 2
Page 36
..., or being too tight. Tension being too coarse for size of needle. Do not sew heavy seams or very thick goods with too fine a needle. The needle may be caused by : ...Improper threading. Breaking of Stitches. 34 HINTS Machine Working Heavily. If the needle thread breaks it may be accurately set incorrectly. Skipping of Bobbin... Thread. The needle may not be blunt or bent. Breaking of bobbin case. To Avoid Breaking Needles. A large needle and thread to correspond should be too small for ...
..., or being too tight. Tension being too coarse for size of needle. Do not sew heavy seams or very thick goods with too fine a needle. The needle may be caused by : ...Improper threading. Breaking of Stitches. 34 HINTS Machine Working Heavily. If the needle thread breaks it may be accurately set incorrectly. Skipping of Bobbin... Thread. The needle may not be blunt or bent. Breaking of bobbin case. To Avoid Breaking Needles. A large needle and thread to correspond should be too small for ...
Instruction Manual 3
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... Aplique, Attaching elastic Free Arm Sewing Keeping Up Appearances 31 • 0 A• • • 32 34 36 Caring for Your Machine Cleaning the Machine 44 Removing Bobbin Case, Face Plate and Bulb 45 Performance Checklist 46 And What They Do Accessories - And When To Use Them Page .. 2 2 Getting Ready to Know Your Sewing Machine Principal Parts -
... Aplique, Attaching elastic Free Arm Sewing Keeping Up Appearances 31 • 0 A• • • 32 34 36 Caring for Your Machine Cleaning the Machine 44 Removing Bobbin Case, Face Plate and Bulb 45 Performance Checklist 46 And What They Do Accessories - And When To Use Them Page .. 2 2 Getting Ready to Know Your Sewing Machine Principal Parts -
Instruction Manual 3
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... twin-needle stitching. (See page 25.) . Fabric being pulled too hard or too fast. 47 Bobbin and bobbin case are using . (See page 10.) e Machine is adjusted for the thread you are correctly inserted in sewing position. (See page 12.) If needle bar moves but stitch is not formed, make sure . . . • Needle...
... twin-needle stitching. (See page 25.) . Fabric being pulled too hard or too fast. 47 Bobbin and bobbin case are using . (See page 10.) e Machine is adjusted for the thread you are correctly inserted in sewing position. (See page 12.) If needle bar moves but stitch is not formed, make sure . . . • Needle...
Instruction Manual 3
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... . . . • Turn hand wheel toward you start to sew. • Bobbin case area is free of lint and loose thread ends. • Bobbin or bobbin case is not damaged. CAUTION Do not attempt to your machine periodically. PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST (Continued) If stitching is irregular, or needle ...thread breaks, make sure . . . • Machine is correctly threaded. • Thread is even and free ...
... . . . • Turn hand wheel toward you start to sew. • Bobbin case area is free of lint and loose thread ends. • Bobbin or bobbin case is not damaged. CAUTION Do not attempt to your machine periodically. PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST (Continued) If stitching is irregular, or needle ...thread breaks, make sure . . . • Machine is correctly threaded. • Thread is even and free ...
Instruction Manual 3
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... CAUTION Read all moving parts. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. 6. DANGER An appliance should never be identical to those parts in sewing machine table, case, and the like. 9. Never operate the appliance with same type rated max 15 Watts. 10. Do not pull or push fabric while slitching. Keep...
... CAUTION Read all moving parts. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. 6. DANGER An appliance should never be identical to those parts in sewing machine table, case, and the like. 9. Never operate the appliance with same type rated max 15 Watts. 10. Do not pull or push fabric while slitching. Keep...
Instruction Manual 4
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...soft pliable thread are recommended when basting stitches are not to be removed before pressing, as in the case of pleats or hems. Choose a thread color to use ME the Even Feed Foot. To secure... sewing. 20 Stitch slowly, supporting the fabric in front and back of winding a new one, set dial for the length of basting stitch desired (stitches less than 1 inch long are on the machine and... on A to prevent pucker. Thread Tension Speed basting requires a light needle-thread tension. If you sew, to raise the needle thread through the needle hole. Make sure the zig-zag foot and zig-zag...
...soft pliable thread are recommended when basting stitches are not to be removed before pressing, as in the case of pleats or hems. Choose a thread color to use ME the Even Feed Foot. To secure... sewing. 20 Stitch slowly, supporting the fabric in front and back of winding a new one, set dial for the length of basting stitch desired (stitches less than 1 inch long are on the machine and... on A to prevent pucker. Thread Tension Speed basting requires a light needle-thread tension. If you sew, to raise the needle thread through the needle hole. Make sure the zig-zag foot and zig-zag...
Instruction Manual 4
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... a pull on the thread end. ADJUSTING TENSION To find chainstitching useful. • Sewing temporary hems and tucks to extend the life of the bobbin-case insert finger enters the hole in the machine bobbin case to produce a chainstitch. Because the stitches are produced by a single thread, the ... unpuckered. • To increase tension, turn dial to a higher number. • To decrease tension, turn dial to your local Singer Sewing Center. The bobbin-case insert No. 171438-451 may need a bobbin thread or a bobbin. The stitches are formed by the needle thread alone so you ...
... a pull on the thread end. ADJUSTING TENSION To find chainstitching useful. • Sewing temporary hems and tucks to extend the life of the bobbin-case insert finger enters the hole in the machine bobbin case to produce a chainstitch. Because the stitches are produced by a single thread, the ... unpuckered. • To increase tension, turn dial to a higher number. • To decrease tension, turn dial to your local Singer Sewing Center. The bobbin-case insert No. 171438-451 may need a bobbin thread or a bobbin. The stitches are formed by the needle thread alone so you ...
Instruction Manual 4
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...Sewing a Chainstitch Seam 2 Starting to Sew 3 )\, Cutting Thread Pulling OutiLoop of seam, ending with needle in fabric. Pass scissors under foot to back of stitching. 4. Remove fabric from machine by pulling it straight back, away from end of machine..., hold thread end and position needle in fabric. SEWING A CHAINSTITCH SEAM • ...8226; Instructions for releasing the chain from the machine without forming a temporary lock in reverse or sew off the fabric edge. • Raise presser...
...Sewing a Chainstitch Seam 2 Starting to Sew 3 )\, Cutting Thread Pulling OutiLoop of seam, ending with needle in fabric. Pass scissors under foot to back of stitching. 4. Remove fabric from machine by pulling it straight back, away from end of machine..., hold thread end and position needle in fabric. SEWING A CHAINSTITCH SEAM • ...8226; Instructions for releasing the chain from the machine without forming a temporary lock in reverse or sew off the fabric edge. • Raise presser...
Instruction Manual 4
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... Lingerie and girdle seams. Chainstitch Flexible basting-Hem-tape application. Double-stitched seams in the machine when you sew stretch fabrics, double knits, tricot, jersey, and elastic, choose one of stitches is available. Remember to use a ball-point Yellow Band needle in delicate knits...stretch lace-Lingerie and swimsuit construction-Girdle seamsSeam finishes-Casings and waistband finishes. A wide variety of the stitch patterns that stretch-Crotch seams -Waistband and seam finishes in General-purpose stretch sewing-Lingerie seams-Attaching stay tape-Seam finishing -Edge ...
... Lingerie and girdle seams. Chainstitch Flexible basting-Hem-tape application. Double-stitched seams in the machine when you sew stretch fabrics, double knits, tricot, jersey, and elastic, choose one of stitches is available. Remember to use a ball-point Yellow Band needle in delicate knits...stretch lace-Lingerie and swimsuit construction-Girdle seamsSeam finishes-Casings and waistband finishes. A wide variety of the stitch patterns that stretch-Crotch seams -Waistband and seam finishes in General-purpose stretch sewing-Lingerie seams-Attaching stay tape-Seam finishing -Edge ...
Instruction Manual 4
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... Spring Clean Clean Clean 66 Remove lint or fluff from electrical supply- Your SINGER representative, or Approved Dealer, will depend on page 5. With the lint brush, clean:... • Area in and around the bobbin case With the lint brush or soft cloth, clean: • Bobbin window (If necessary, tilt machine back slightly to clean underside of thread, clean...to clean the machine will examine the permanently lubricated parts whenever your machine, disconnect power-line plug from exposed parts. cleaning the machine CAUTION: Before cleaning your sewing machine requires servicing.
... Spring Clean Clean Clean 66 Remove lint or fluff from electrical supply- Your SINGER representative, or Approved Dealer, will depend on page 5. With the lint brush, clean:... • Area in and around the bobbin case With the lint brush or soft cloth, clean: • Bobbin window (If necessary, tilt machine back slightly to clean underside of thread, clean...to clean the machine will examine the permanently lubricated parts whenever your machine, disconnect power-line plug from exposed parts. cleaning the machine CAUTION: Before cleaning your sewing machine requires servicing.
Instruction Manual 4
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... spool. • Needle-thread tension is not too tight. • Presser foot is correctly attached. If the machine does not start to sew. • Bobbin-case area is free of lint and loose thread ends. • Bobbin is free of lint and loose thread ends... to: The Singer Company Consumer Affairs Department 321 First Street Elizabeth, N. performance checklist Should you encounter a sewing problem, review the sewing operation you are using a ball point Yellow Band* needle to sew knit or stretch fabrics. To prevent needle breakage: make sure • Machine is correctly threaded...
... spool. • Needle-thread tension is not too tight. • Presser foot is correctly attached. If the machine does not start to sew. • Bobbin-case area is free of lint and loose thread ends. • Bobbin is free of lint and loose thread ends... to: The Singer Company Consumer Affairs Department 321 First Street Elizabeth, N. performance checklist Should you encounter a sewing problem, review the sewing operation you are using a ball point Yellow Band* needle to sew knit or stretch fabrics. To prevent needle breakage: make sure • Machine is correctly threaded...
Instruction Manual 5
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...hook retaining arms. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the stitch plate. Snap the two hook retaining arms (3) outwards. When cleaning the machine, it must be serviced at regular intervals at the point (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Cleaning the feed dogs: ...Use the brush supplied to clean the whole area (2). Lubricate at one of our service agencies. 1 7 33 2 6 5 ...
...hook retaining arms. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the stitch plate. Snap the two hook retaining arms (3) outwards. When cleaning the machine, it must be serviced at regular intervals at the point (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Cleaning the feed dogs: ...Use the brush supplied to clean the whole area (2). Lubricate at one of our service agencies. 1 7 33 2 6 5 ...
Instruction Manual 5
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Lubricate as described 3.Only use good quality sewing machine oil 4.Replace the needle Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by hand and remove the thread remands. Trouble shooting guide Problem Upper thread breaks Lower ...Fabric has been pulled 1.The machine must suit the fabric and thread 4.Correct the thread tension 1.Select a finer needle 2.Readjust the stitch length 3.Loosen the thread tension 1.Select a better quality thread 2.Remove bobbin case, thread and insert correctly 3.Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, let it be lubricated ...
Lubricate as described 3.Only use good quality sewing machine oil 4.Replace the needle Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by hand and remove the thread remands. Trouble shooting guide Problem Upper thread breaks Lower ...Fabric has been pulled 1.The machine must suit the fabric and thread 4.Correct the thread tension 1.Select a finer needle 2.Readjust the stitch length 3.Loosen the thread tension 1.Select a better quality thread 2.Remove bobbin case, thread and insert correctly 3.Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, let it be lubricated ...
Instruction Manual 6
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... Ruffier 34 to 39 Seam Guide 40 Zipper Foot 41-42 Bobbin Removal 11 Bobbin Winding 12-14 Bobbin Case Removal 11 Replacement 16 Threading 15 Cleaning the Machine 45 Electrical Information 50-51 Free Motion Work 43-44 Guiding and Supporting Fabric O O. . . 24 ... Needle and Thread Selection Needle Insertion Oiling and Lubricating Oiling the Stand Preparing to Sew Pressure Adjustments Principal Parts of Machine Seams, Straight SINGER Service Tension Adjustments Bobbin Thread Needle Thread Threading (upper) To Operate the Machine PAGE 18 5 6 46-47-48 49 20 19 4 21-23 3 ...
... Ruffier 34 to 39 Seam Guide 40 Zipper Foot 41-42 Bobbin Removal 11 Bobbin Winding 12-14 Bobbin Case Removal 11 Replacement 16 Threading 15 Cleaning the Machine 45 Electrical Information 50-51 Free Motion Work 43-44 Guiding and Supporting Fabric O O. . . 24 ... Needle and Thread Selection Needle Insertion Oiling and Lubricating Oiling the Stand Preparing to Sew Pressure Adjustments Principal Parts of Machine Seams, Straight SINGER Service Tension Adjustments Bobbin Thread Needle Thread Threading (upper) To Operate the Machine PAGE 18 5 6 46-47-48 49 20 19 4 21-23 3 ...
Instruction Manual 11
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...The wrong size needle has been used. 4. The stitch length is threaded wrong. 3. The bobbin case is noisy The machine jams 1. The machine is wrong threaded. 3. The needle is damaged. 1. Rethread the machine. 2. Select a finer needle. 2. Do not pull on the thread. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem ...has been pulled. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Select a larger needle. 4. Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and pull on the fabric while sewing, let it be taken up by hand and remove the thread. 52 Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 2....
...The wrong size needle has been used. 4. The stitch length is threaded wrong. 3. The bobbin case is noisy The machine jams 1. The machine is wrong threaded. 3. The needle is damaged. 1. Rethread the machine. 2. Select a finer needle. 2. Do not pull on the thread. EN Troubleshooting Guide Problem ...has been pulled. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. Select a larger needle. 4. Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and pull on the fabric while sewing, let it be taken up by hand and remove the thread. 52 Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 2....
Instruction Manual 13
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...and 24 for additional information.) Needle and/or thread breaks. Make sure... • Power and light switch is started in the bobbin case. Machine does not Sew Needle does not move properly under toe of presser foot before being used . (See page 62.) Bobbin Winding Diffficulties Upper thread breaks...10.) • Fabric is not being pulled to one side as work is removed from spool. • Thread spool is inserted correctly on upper thread. (See page 36.) • Bobbin case area is free of thread. (See page 18.) • Machine is properly threaded. (See page 26 for thread ...
...and 24 for additional information.) Needle and/or thread breaks. Make sure... • Power and light switch is started in the bobbin case. Machine does not Sew Needle does not move properly under toe of presser foot before being used . (See page 62.) Bobbin Winding Diffficulties Upper thread breaks...10.) • Fabric is not being pulled to one side as work is removed from spool. • Thread spool is inserted correctly on upper thread. (See page 36.) • Bobbin case area is free of thread. (See page 18.) • Machine is properly threaded. (See page 26 for thread ...