Singer 3116 Simple Support Question
Singer 3116 Simple Support Question
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Question posted by hotty1977 on March 21st, 2016
Bigger Thread Spool
I want to be able to use the bigger thread spool which does not fit in the horizontal one the machine comes with. What can I do? Is there any adapter for the sewing machine I can buy for this?
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Instruction Manual - Page 2
... dropped or damaged, or dropped into any opening.
12.Do not use outdoors.
13.Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.
10.Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when...
Instruction Manual - Page 6
... of the machine 2/4 Accessories 6 Installing the snap-in sewing table 8 Connecting machine to power source 10 Changing the bulb 12 Two-step presser foot lifter/
Adjusting presser foot pressure 14 Attaching the presser foot shank 16 Winding the bobbin 18 Inserting the bobbin 20 Inserting and changing needles 22 Threading the upper thread 24 Automatic...
Instruction Manual - Page 9
...Pattern indicator window
12. Presser foot
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6. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage
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8. Automatic threader
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PUSH
2 Bobbin stopper
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10. Thread tension dial
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2. Stitch length dial
11. GB Principal parts of the machine
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1. Thread take-up lever
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4. Thread cutter
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5. Reverse sewing lever
9. Drop feed control
6
13. One step buttonhole...
Instruction Manual - Page 11
... and light switch 20. Pattern selector dial 19. Face plate 24. Foot speed control 28. Power cord
4 Horizontal spool pin 16. 15 16 17 18 19 20
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GB Principal parts of the machine
15. Bobbin thread guide 22. Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot 27. Handle 25.
Instruction Manual - Page 13
...holder i . Bobbin (3x) j. they are not supplied with this machine; Darning foot r. Second spool pin l. Cording foot p. Zipper foot c. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver
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Optional accessories (2) (These 10 accessories are however available...
Instruction Manual - Page 17
... 4C-326C (220-240V area) manufactured by Panasonic Co., Ltd.(TW)
Sewing light Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ". The foot control must be used with a polarized plug which must be grounded 10 Unplug power cord when machine is not in use .
IMPORTANT NOTICE For appliance with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2)
Attention...
Instruction Manual - Page 21
...the type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight). GB Two-step presser foot lifter
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a high rise ... easy positioning of the work. (A)
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Adjusting presser foot pressure
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser...
Instruction Manual - Page 25
...to spool. (2)
- Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). Snap thread into thread guide. (3)
- Hold thread end (7). Press bobbin to right. (6)
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Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8)
- Push bobbin to left (sewing position).
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18 Please Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding"
position, the machine will not sew and...
Instruction Manual - Page 31
Lift up lever and then downwards again. (7)
- Draw thread from spool through pre-tension spring as illustrated.
- Pull about 6-8 inches of thread to the rear beyond the needle eye. (9)
Note: If your sewing machine is equipped with the thread coming off the power before threading.
- Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the presser...
Instruction Manual - Page 35
... appears on the bottom side of your fabric.
28 B. GB Thread tension
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Upper thread tension
Basic thread tension setting: "4"
To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. - C.
For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread
tension should generally be between "3" and "5". - If the tension is...
Instruction Manual - Page 39
... needle and presser foot. (2)
Cutting the thread
Pull the threads behind the presser foot. Release the lever and the machine will sew forwards again. (1)
Removing the work
Turn the handwheel counterclockwise to bring the thread take up lever to cut. (3)
32 Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). A
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GB Reverse sewing
To secure the beginning and the end...
Instruction Manual - Page 41
... SINGER needles. 4.
SINGER 2032 Leather needles. 12 (80) to 18 (110).
Twin Needle. For best sewing results always use the same thread on natural woven fabrics for these fabrics and needle sizes. Most threads sold are medium size and suitable for best results. Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits.
Sizes range thin...
Instruction Manual - Page 55
...to sew buttonholes (one-step buttonhole)
Buttonhole sewing is completed, gently pull the heavy thread to remove any slack, then trim off the excess. Using tailor...thread or cord under the buttonhole foot. Once sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results. Making a Buttonhole 1. Lower the presser foot and start the machine. 7. While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing...
Instruction Manual - Page 61
... fold into the scroll by about 3 mm (1/8") and sew 4-5 stitches to the left (2).
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Pull the thread slightly towards you and lower the presser foot. GB Sewing with the optional hemmer foot
* The hemmer foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Begin sewing, guiding the fabric into the scroll on the foot...
Instruction Manual - Page 71
...sew around the edge of the hole (to coordinate sewing speed and movement of the fabric is controlled by 1/4 and oversew. First row: Always work by the operator. A darning ring is necessary to secure the threads... not included with your machine.
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GB Free motion darning
* The darning foot is accomplished without the sewing machine internal feed system. Movement...
Instruction Manual - Page 81
... lower
thread through the fabric.
Stretch the fabric between embroidery hoop as firmly as illustrated above. - Turn the balance wheel towards you to the size of lettering or
design. Draw the desired lettering or design on the right side of hoop.
74 Sew a few securing stitches at the starting to sew. - Set the machine...
Instruction Manual - Page 85
... the material. If you have not purchased this machine.
Pull the lower thread to gather the material.
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GB Gathering
* The gathering foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Note: Presser foot shown is the optional gathering foot which does not come with this foot substitute the all purpose foot and...
Instruction Manual - Page 87
... right so that
it is fitted into above the needle screw and clamp (4).
Needle bar d.Needle screw & clamp e.Presser foot bar f . Presser bar attaching screw
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Your sewing machine offers excellent stitch quality on your left to guide the fabric and you have a better view of the seam when using the standard, regular foot...
Instruction Manual - Page 89
...the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the needle plate.
Cleaning the feed dogs: Use the brush supplied to clean the whole area (2). Snap the two hook retaining ...threads must always be removed regularly. Turn the handwheel until the needle is in the left position. Replace the hook (5). Your machine should be serviced at regular intervals at the point (6) (1-2 drops) with sewing machine...
Instruction Manual - Page 91
... as described. 2.Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 3.Only use good quality sewing machine oil. 4.Replace the needle. GB Trouble shooting guide
Problem Upper thread breaks
Lower thread breaks
Cause 1.The machine is not threaded correctly. 2.The thread tension is too tight. 3.The thread is too thick for the fabric. 2.The stitch length is incorrectly adjusted. 3.The...
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