Instruction Manual
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...by or near children. 2. Keep fingers away from outlet. 15. Please turn all moving parts. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is being used by the manufacturer as described in this appliance is used or where oxygen is intended for their safety. 21. ...Always unplug sewing machine from accumulation of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any air openings blocked....
...by or near children. 2. Keep fingers away from outlet. 15. Please turn all moving parts. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is being used by the manufacturer as described in this appliance is used or where oxygen is intended for their safety. 21. ...Always unplug sewing machine from accumulation of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any air openings blocked....
Instruction Manual
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... Machine Basics Principle Parts of the Machine ...2/4 Connecting 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 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...19 Sewing ...Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial...23 Sewing Straight Stitch...25 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...27 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns...29 Blind Hem ...31 Sew 4-Step Buttonhole ...33 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3223)...35 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3229)...37 General ...
... Machine Basics Principle Parts of the Machine ...2/4 Connecting 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 Raising the Bobbin Thread ...19 Sewing ...Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial...23 Sewing Straight Stitch...25 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...27 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns...29 Blind Hem ...31 Sew 4-Step Buttonhole ...33 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3223)...35 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3229)...37 General ...
Instruction Manual
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Thread cutter 1 7 4. Needle plate 9 6. Bobbin stopper 3 9. Presser foot 8 5. Stitch width dial (Model 3229) 11 10. Removable accessory storage 2 7. Reverse sewing lever 10 8. Thread tension dial 2. Pattern selector dial 5 6 2 EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread take-up lever 3. Stitch length dial 4 11.
Thread cutter 1 7 4. Needle plate 9 6. Bobbin stopper 3 9. Presser foot 8 5. Stitch width dial (Model 3229) 11 10. Removable accessory storage 2 7. Reverse sewing lever 10 8. Thread tension dial 2. Pattern selector dial 5 6 2 EN Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread take-up lever 3. Stitch length dial 4 11.
Instruction Manual
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... Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in any way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam) Sewing light 1 Press main switch (A) to be grounded b 2 6 A 3 IMPORTANT NOTICE a For appliance with a polarized plug (one way. If it does not fit fully... " l " for power and light. The foot control must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in a polarized outlet only one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of how to connect...
... Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in any way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam) Sewing light 1 Press main switch (A) to be grounded b 2 6 A 3 IMPORTANT NOTICE a For appliance with a polarized plug (one way. If it does not fit fully... " l " for power and light. The foot control must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in a polarized outlet only one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of how to connect...
Instruction Manual
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Button sewing foot e. Auxiliary spool pin n. Cording foot r. Darning/ embroidery foot t. Quilting/ straight stitch foot v. Buttonhole foot d. Seam ripper/ brush f. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006806008 006905008 e f 006909008 g d 006914008 h i j k l Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) m. they are not supplied with this machine; All purpose foot...
Button sewing foot e. Auxiliary spool pin n. Cording foot r. Darning/ embroidery foot t. Quilting/ straight stitch foot v. Buttonhole foot d. Seam ripper/ brush f. Soft cover 1 Standard accessories a b c 006806008 006905008 e f 006909008 g d 006914008 h i j k l Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) m. they are not supplied with this machine; All purpose foot...
Instruction Manual
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Hold thread end. (7) 2 - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Step on spindle. (5) - EN Winding the Bobbin - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Cut thread. (9) -...corresponding spool holder on to the left (10) and remove. 4 Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. Push bobbin spindle to left (sewing position). 7 11 3 5 6 8 9 10 Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (6) 1 -
Hold thread end. (7) 2 - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to spool pin. (1/2) - Step on spindle. (5) - EN Winding the Bobbin - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Cut thread. (9) -...corresponding spool holder on to the left (10) and remove. 4 Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. Push bobbin spindle to left (sewing position). 7 11 3 5 6 8 9 10 Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (6) 1 -
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 25
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 25
Instruction Manual
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Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. A 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 cut. (3) 3 27 Guide the threads to ... presser foot and remove work behind the needle and 1 2 presser foot. (2) B Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B).
Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. A 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 cut. (3) 3 27 Guide the threads to ... presser foot and remove work behind the needle and 1 2 presser foot. (2) B Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B).
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 " " or " ". Though there are several stretch patterns, here are indicated ...
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 " " or " ". Though there are several stretch patterns, here are indicated ...
Instruction Manual
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... to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER retailer. (See page 9 for heavier weight fabrics. Blind Hem: Turn...is used for lighter weight fabrics, and a wider stitch is completed and press. 2 Note: To make sure the machine settings are normally sewn with 1 the top edge of the fabric with a longer stitch length setting. EN Blind ...back (as shown in the diagram on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly the folded top to sew slowly on the right of the folded fabric. Set the stitch length dial with the range shown on curtains...
... to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER retailer. (See page 9 for heavier weight fabrics. Blind Hem: Turn...is used for lighter weight fabrics, and a wider stitch is completed and press. 2 Note: To make sure the machine settings are normally sewn with 1 the top edge of the fabric with a longer stitch length setting. EN Blind ...back (as shown in the diagram on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly the folded top to sew slowly on the right of the folded fabric. Set the stitch length dial with the range shown on curtains...
Instruction Manual
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... straight stitch, with the stitch width set the width to number "3" - Raise the needle out of the fabric. To sew a few securing stitches, set the machine for zigzag stitch, then set at "0" sew a few securing stitches to the distance between the holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width, as needed, according to...
... straight stitch, with the stitch width set the width to number "3" - Raise the needle out of the fabric. To sew a few securing stitches, set the machine for zigzag stitch, then set at "0" sew a few securing stitches to the distance between the holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width, as needed, according to...
Instruction Manual
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... The needle is not inserted correctly. 2. Insert a new needle. 2. Thread tension wrong. 1. The bobbin case is damaged. 4. The machine must suit the fabric and thread. 4. Lint or oil have collected on the thread. The needle is incorrectly threaded. 3. Replace the needle...2. The stitch length is damaged. 1. Fabric has been pulled. 1. Only use good quality sewing machine oil. 4. Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by the machine. 1. The needle is incorrectly adjusted. 3. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. ...
... The needle is not inserted correctly. 2. Insert a new needle. 2. Thread tension wrong. 1. The bobbin case is damaged. 4. The machine must suit the fabric and thread. 4. Lint or oil have collected on the thread. The needle is incorrectly threaded. 3. Replace the needle...2. The stitch length is damaged. 1. Fabric has been pulled. 1. Only use good quality sewing machine oil. 4. Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by the machine. 1. The needle is incorrectly adjusted. 3. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. ...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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...fabric. Edgestitching can be helpful to the right of the fabric. Set the machine for heavier fabrics. Sew approximately 1/8" from the edge of seam allowances when sewing with a seam. The machine needle plate has a series of etched markings to use for the straight ...stitches are used to add stability to projects like tote bags, or it easier to sew a seam. English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 3223 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting The most common...
...fabric. Edgestitching can be helpful to the right of the fabric. Set the machine for heavier fabrics. Sew approximately 1/8" from the edge of seam allowances when sewing with a seam. The machine needle plate has a series of etched markings to use for the straight ...stitches are used to add stability to projects like tote bags, or it easier to sew a seam. English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 3223 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting The most common...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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...length setting as needed for some machine models). Select straight stitch. For more information on thread painting and freemotion sewing, see your machine's manual for some machine models), which will help prevent the quilt layers from shifting as you sew. Create dimension in the fabric ... For best results, use a fabric marker that is appropriate for free-motion quilting, first disengage or cover the machine's feed teeth (see this video. Sew the permanent seam. Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder. Attach a Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory ...
...length setting as needed for some machine models). Select straight stitch. For more information on thread painting and freemotion sewing, see your machine's manual for some machine models), which will help prevent the quilt layers from shifting as you sew. Create dimension in the fabric ... For best results, use a fabric marker that is appropriate for free-motion quilting, first disengage or cover the machine's feed teeth (see this video. Sew the permanent seam. Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder. Attach a Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory ...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... place. First adhere the applique to embellish fabrics. Insert a SINGER Universal Twin Needle 1.6mm or 2.0mm (additional accessory). Twin needles (additional accessory) come in opposite directions so they don't tangle while sewing. Set the machine for straight stitch. Stitch around the design to do machine applique, providing an organic appearance. Here is helpful to...
... place. First adhere the applique to embellish fabrics. Insert a SINGER Universal Twin Needle 1.6mm or 2.0mm (additional accessory). Twin needles (additional accessory) come in opposite directions so they don't tangle while sewing. Set the machine for straight stitch. Stitch around the design to do machine applique, providing an organic appearance. Here is helpful to...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... a longer piece of zipper insertion are done using the basic Zipper Foot, and this video. Sew one row of piping for some machine models). Cut a fabric strip wide enough to sew evenly spaced pleats. Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce... front zipper. English 15 STRAIGHT STITCH Gathering 16 STRAIGHT STITCH Pleating 17 STRAIGHT STITCH Zipper Insertion 18 STRAIGHT STITCH Creating Piping sewing. Note: If machine has no auxiliary spool pin, it by creating a series of manually pressing and basting the pleats individually, the Ruffler does...
... a longer piece of zipper insertion are done using the basic Zipper Foot, and this video. Sew one row of piping for some machine models). Cut a fabric strip wide enough to sew evenly spaced pleats. Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce... front zipper. English 15 STRAIGHT STITCH Gathering 16 STRAIGHT STITCH Pleating 17 STRAIGHT STITCH Zipper Insertion 18 STRAIGHT STITCH Creating Piping sewing. Note: If machine has no auxiliary spool pin, it by creating a series of manually pressing and basting the pleats individually, the Ruffler does...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... the layers together before stitching them at the edge of the garment. Sew simple hems using the Narrow/Rolled Hem Foot. Understitching is less noticeable, or choose a contrasting thread for some machine models). Sew though the facing and seam allowance only. Set the machine for straight stitch. Piping can be purchased pre-made in front...
... the layers together before stitching them at the edge of the garment. Sew simple hems using the Narrow/Rolled Hem Foot. Understitching is less noticeable, or choose a contrasting thread for some machine models). Sew though the facing and seam allowance only. Set the machine for straight stitch. Piping can be purchased pre-made in front...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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...these methods are sewn around the edge of the applique to attach it to tunnel under the presser foot. Use a SINGER Topstitching Needle, size 90/14 for medium weight fabrics, or a SINGER Topstitching needle, size 100/16 for joining fabrics together with a seam. A Topstitching Needle has a longer eye to ...stitch can be used to find the exact settings you want for machine applique is the satin stitch, created using a width that is a line of straight stitching on the foot control. The main types of the needle sews into the applique. The most common use for the right position ...
...these methods are sewn around the edge of the applique to attach it to tunnel under the presser foot. Use a SINGER Topstitching Needle, size 90/14 for medium weight fabrics, or a SINGER Topstitching needle, size 100/16 for joining fabrics together with a seam. A Topstitching Needle has a longer eye to ...stitch can be used to find the exact settings you want for machine applique is the satin stitch, created using a width that is a line of straight stitching on the foot control. The main types of the needle sews into the applique. The most common use for the right position ...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... thread types and colors. For denser stitches such as you want for some machine models), which helps hold the button securely and provides a clearer view of the sewing area. If your time for some machine models) which provides a clear view of the stitching area than does the All.... Use the zigzag stitch to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accessory for maximum control. It is helpful to sew over lightweight cords or yarns. If your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, try different settings to embellish projects. If using the zigzag stitch to...
... thread types and colors. For denser stitches such as you want for some machine models), which helps hold the button securely and provides a clearer view of the sewing area. If your time for some machine models) which provides a clear view of the stitching area than does the All.... Use the zigzag stitch to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accessory for maximum control. It is helpful to sew over lightweight cords or yarns. If your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, try different settings to embellish projects. If using the zigzag stitch to...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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...as you . When stitching is 1/4" - 3/8" wide, place the elastic though the opening of 81 This will help guide you sew. Set the machine for details). Sew several stitches to guide the cord easily as you do so. Bring thread tails to cover the cord, but not actually stitch .... Create monograms in any size or style by moving your monogram on free-motion sewing, see this technique in the Cording Foot video. Attach the Darning/Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Select the zigzag stitch. It may be layered to secure. For more ...
...as you . When stitching is 1/4" - 3/8" wide, place the elastic though the opening of 81 This will help guide you sew. Set the machine for details). Sew several stitches to guide the cord easily as you do so. Bring thread tails to cover the cord, but not actually stitch .... Create monograms in any size or style by moving your monogram on free-motion sewing, see this technique in the Cording Foot video. Attach the Darning/Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Select the zigzag stitch. It may be layered to secure. For more ...