Страница 2 из 63 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Страница 3 из 63 Congratulations As the owner of a new Singer sewing machine, you are about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity. From the moment you first use your machine, you will know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing machines ever made. May we recommend that, before you start to use
Страница 4 из 63 List of Contents Machine Basics Principle Parts of the Machine..............................................................................................................................................2/3 Connecting Machine to Power Source
Страница 5 из 63 Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread tension dial 2. Presser foot pressure adjustment 3. Thread take-up lever 4. Reverse sewing lever 1 9 6. Presser foot 2 7. Needle plate cover 3 10 11 5. Thread cutter 8. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 4 12 9. Three needle position dial 10.
Страница 6 из 63 Principal Parts of the Machine 14. Horizontal spool pin 15. Bobbin winding spindle 14 21 16. Hole for auxiliary spool pin 15 17. Handwheel 22 16 18. Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot 23 19. Power and light switch 17 20. Main plug socket 24 21. Bobbin thread guide 25 22. Upper thread guide
Страница 7 из 63 Connecting Machine to Power Source Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1) This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. A Foot control The foot control pedal
Страница 8 из 63 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a higher position for easy positioning of the work. (A) A Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment
Страница 9 из 63 Accessories 1 Standard accessories Standard accessories (1) a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. Seam ripper/ brush f. Edge/ quilting guide g. Pack of needles h. Spool holders i. Bobbin (3x) j. L-screwdriver k. Auxiliary Spool Pin l. Spool pin felt m. Soft
Страница 10 из 63 Winding the Bobbin - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to spool pin. (1/2) - Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle. (5) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (6) - Hold thread
Страница 11 из 63 Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. 1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running counterclockwise direction (arrow). 2. Pull the thread through the slit (A). 3. Draw the thread clockwise until it slips into the notch (B).
Страница 12 из 63 Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just slightly begins
Страница 13 из 63 Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. 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
Страница 14 из 63 Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4". (1) To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. A. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. B. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch
Страница 15 из 63 How to Choose Your Pattern The diagram on this page display the stitch patterns available on the machine. a b c Turn the Pattern Selector Dial (e) to select the desired pattern. Use the Stitch Length Dial (d) to adjust the stitch length as desired for the project. Use the Stitch Width Dial (c) to
Страница 16 из 63 Three Needle Position Dial The needle position can be altered with the "Three needle position dial". For normal work, the needle position is middle. For edge stitching or sewing parallel lines of top stitch, select needle position left or right. For twin needle stitching, needle position is middle.
Страница 17 из 63 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial Function of stitch width dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 5mm; however, the width can be reduced on any patterns. The width increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "6". (1) The Stitch Width Dial is also the control for the
Страница 18 из 63 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
Страница 19 из 63 Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) A Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to
Страница 20 из 63 Blind Hem For hems on curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Blind hem for stretch fabrics. Blind hem for firm fabrics. M Set the Stitch Length Dial with the range shown on the diagram at the right. Blind hems, however, are normally sewn with a longer stitch length setting. Set the Stitch Width Dial at a
Страница 21 из 63 Buttonholes Prepare 1. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8") for bar tacks to obtain correct buttonhole length; mark buttonhole length on fabric (a). 3. Place fabric under the foot, so that marking on the
Страница 22 из 63 Left and Right Side Balance for Buttonhole Stitch density on right and left sides of buttonhole can be adjusted by buttonhole balance control dial. This dial should usually be in a neutral position (between "+" and "–") If the stitches on the left side of buttonhole are too close together, turn the
Страница 23 из 63 Sewing on Buttons Move the drop feed control to right side to lower the feed dogs. (1) L Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to "0". Place the button and fabric under the Button Sewing foot, as illustrated in (3). Set the machine for zig-zag stitch, then
Страница 24 из 63 Installing the Removable Extension Table Hold the removable extension table horizontally, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (1) To remove the extension table, pull it toward the left. 1 The inside of the removable extension table can be utilized as an accessory box. To open, flip cover
Страница 25 из 63 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank Raise the presser bar (a) with the presser foot lifter. Attach the presser foot shank (b) as illustrated. (1) a a Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank (b) using the presser foot lifter, until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). (2) The
Страница 27 из 63 How To Drop Feed Dog For ordinary sewing, keep the feed dog up, for freehand embroidery, sewing on buttons and darning, drop the feed dog. To raise (a) and lower (b) feed dog. (2) 1 a b 2 24 a b
Страница 28 из 63 Inserting & Changing Needles Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results ® always use SINGER Brand Needles. D A Insert the needle as illustrated as follows: A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting
Страница 29 из 63 Changing the Bulb Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket! Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts (110-120V area / 220-240V area). - Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) Remove the face plate (B). Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). (2)
Страница 30 из 63 Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Correction Upper thread breaks 1. The machine is not threaded correctly. 2. The thread tension is too tight. 3. The thread is too thick for the needle. 4. The needle is not inserted correctly. 5. The thread is wound around the spool holder pin. 6. The needle is
Страница 31 из 63 Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance.