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Question posted by jfister77 on December 31st, 2022

Singer Simple 3116 - Needle Hits The Exterior Case That Holds The Bobbin

hello, trying to determine if timing is off as when the needle travels to its lowest point the metal bobbin case hits the needle and you cannot advance the cycle of the needle anyfurthe

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 31st, 2022 1:32 PM
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Related Singer 3116 Simple Manual Pages

Instruction Manual - Page 2

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to be used 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 making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 11.Never...
Instruction Manual - Page 6

... contents Principal parts 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...
Instruction Manual - Page 9

...8. Presser foot pressure adjustment 2 3. Bobbin stopper 5 10. Stitch length dial 11. Pattern indicator window 12. Needle plate 7. Thread cutter 3 5. Presser foot 11 6. One step buttonhole lever 14. Thread take-up lever 10 4. Reverse sewing lever 9. Automatic threader 7 13 14 12 PUSH 2 Drop feed control 6 13. GB Principal parts of the machine 8 1 1.
Instruction Manual - Page 13

they are not supplied with this machine; Satin stitch foot m.Overcasting foot n. Darning foot r. Buttonhole foot d. Pack of needles h. Spool holder i . Blind hem foot q. L-screwdriver 2 ... g. Evenfeed foot Hemmer foot o. All purpose foot b. Seam ripper/ brush f. Bobbin (3x) j. Second spool pin l. Button sewing foot e. 1 a b c 006806008 e 006905008 006171008 f h i j d...
Instruction Manual - Page 25

... small side next to right. (6) - Step on spindle. (5) - 1 2 3 GB Winding the bobbin - Hold thread end (7). Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn.
Instruction Manual - Page 27

Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch (5). - Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. 3 4 5 6 20 Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. (2) - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger (4). 1 2 - Insert it into the shuttle (6). Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in...
Instruction Manual - Page 29

... follows: A. Damaged points 2 22 Insert the needle as illustrated as it is showing signs of the shaft should be in perfect condition. (2) Problems can occur with: A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle. (1) B. Bent needles B. C/D. The flat side of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results always use SINGER Brand Needles.
Instruction Manual - Page 31

...26. 24 At the top 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. ...needle clamp guide and then down right channel and up the spool pin. Draw thread from front to back. 3 7 68 9 6 4 54 5 3 2 7 8 9 GB Threading the upper thread This is a simple operation but it is helpful to hold...
Instruction Manual - Page 35

... the tension is usually only desirable for straight stitch construction sewing. - 90% of fabric. 1 2 Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by suspending it does not unwind at all sewing will drop too much. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is too tight, it...
Instruction Manual - Page 37

Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to the back under the presser foot. (3) 2 3 30 Lay both threads to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole (2). GB Raising the bobbin thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand.
Instruction Manual - Page 41

... work. 2. Woven fabrics and knits. For best sewing results always use the same thread on natural woven fabrics for these fabrics and needle sizes. Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some leathers and vinyls. Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. SINGER 2045 SINGER 2025 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9 (70) to thread size and weight...
Instruction Manual - Page 47

Remove from machine, hold bobbin thread and gather fabric to straight stitch, with stitch length at "4". Zigzag stitching ... to the straight stitch position. For a fine stitch set to desired fullness. Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. Closed up zigzag stitches (close together) are usually achieved at "1" or "2". Do 2 rows...
Instruction Manual - Page 53

... to the distance between the two holes of the button. Slowly sew on top of the button without hitting the button. Set the pattern selector knob on " " sew a few securing stitches. (3) If a shank is required, place a darning needle on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first (3), push the work under the...
Instruction Manual - Page 55

...foot. Lower the presser foot and start the machine. 7. Set stitch length dial to the front... back end of your fabric and interfacing. Once sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results. Making a Buttonhole...PUSH E 3 4 2 1 D 48 GB How to " ". While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing. *Set the stitch width to always make a practice buttonhole on the foot ...
Instruction Manual - Page 61

... Begin sewing, guiding the fabric into the scroll on the foot (1). Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide the fold into the scroll by about 3 mm (1/8") and sew 4-5 ...the edge twice by holding it upright and slightly to " ". GB Sewing with the optional hemmer foot * The hemmer foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Pull the thread ...
Instruction Manual - Page 71

... the needle clamp screw (B). Set the pattern selector dial to right. First row: Always work by the operator. a b ab C 1 A B 3 GB Free motion darning * The darning foot is an optional accessory not included with your machine. A darning ring is necessary to coordinate sewing speed and movement of the fabric is accomplished without the sewing machine internal...
Instruction Manual - Page 81

.... - Set the machine as possible. - Make sure the presser foot bar is down in its lowest position. - Sew a few securing stitches at the starting to the size of both hands. - Stretch the fabric between embroidery hoop as firmly as illustrated above. - Place the fabric under the needle. Lower presser foot lever before starting point. - Preparation...
Instruction Manual - Page 87

Your sewing machine offers excellent stitch quality on your left to prevent uneven feeding of denim. The evenfeed Foot accessory equalizes the feeding of the upper and lower layers of fabric and improves the matching of fabrics from your machine. Lift the presser foot lifter to multiple layers of very difficult fabrics. 1. Needle bar d.Needle screw...
Instruction Manual - Page 89

... hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screws with sewing machine oil. Cleaning the feed dogs: Use the brush supplied to clean the whole area (2). Replace the hook (5). Replace the hook race cover and snap back the two hook retaining arms. Insert the bobbin case and bobbin and replace the needle plate. Lubricate at one of...
Instruction Manual - Page 91

... correctly. 5.The thread is wound around the spool holder pin. 6.The needle is damaged. 1.The bobbin case is not inserted correctly. 2.The bobbin case is threaded wrong. 3.The lower thread tension is too tight. Lubricate 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...

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