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. Thread take-up lever 3. Thread cutter 4. Face plate 5. Presser foot 6. Needle plate 7. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 8. Pattern selector dial 9. Bobbin stopper 10. Stitch length dial (Model 1409) 11. Reverse sewing lever 2
Страница 6 из 63 Principal Parts of the Machine 12. Handle 13. Bobbin winding spindle 14. Spool pins 15. Handwheel 16. Power and light switch 17. Main plug socket 18. Bobbin thread guide 19. Presser foot lifter 20. Foot speed control 21. Power cord 3
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) A Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. 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 5
Страница 9 из 63 Accessories Standard accessories (1) a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver f. Seam ripper/ brush g. Spool pin felt (2x) h. Pack of needles (3x) i. Edge/ quilting guide j. Bobbin (3x) k. Darning plate 1 Standard accessories Optional accessories
Страница 10 из 63 Winding the Bobbin - Place the thread and Spool pin felt (a) onto the spool pin. (1) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (2) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (4) - Hold thread end. (5) - Step on foot control pedal. (6)
Страница 11 из 63 Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. 1. Open the hinged cover. 2. Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. 3. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). 4.
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 To select a stitch, simply turn the pattern selector dial (a). The pattern selector dial may be turned in either direction. The following page shows the recommended range of stitch lengths. a b Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial (b) according to the
Страница 16 из 63 Stitch Length Dial (Model 1409 only) Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight stitch setting. (1) Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual stitches will decrease as the dial approaches
Страница 17 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 18 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 19 из 63 Blind Hem For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Blind hem for stretch fabrics. Blind hem/ lingerie for firm fabrics. Note: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. Model 1409 only Blind Hem: Turn up the hem to the desired width and press. Fold back (as shown in
Страница 20 из 63 Sew 4-step Buttonholes Prepare 1. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3cm (1/8") for bartacks to obtain correct buttonhole length; mark buttonhole size on fabric (a). 3. Place fabric under the foot, so that marking on
Страница 21 из 63 Sewing on Buttons (Model 1408 only) Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position and lower the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial for the second zig-zag pattern (as shown), which
Страница 22 из 63 Sewing on Buttons (Model 1409 only) Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position and lower the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial on " " and sew a few securing stitches. Select one
Страница 23 из 63 Free Motion Darning, Stippling * The darning/ embroidery foot is an optional accessory not included with your machine. (1) Darning: Install the darning plate. (2) Remove the presser foot shank. (3) Attach the darning/ embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. The lever (a) should be behind the
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. 2 21
Страница 25 из 63 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank Raise the presser foot 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)
Страница 27 из 63 Darning Plate For certain types of work, (e.g. darning or free-hand embroidery), the darning plate must be used. Install the darning plate as illustrated. For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/embroidery foot, available as an optional
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 10 watts (110-120V area) or 15 watts (220-240V area). - A B Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) Remove the face plate (B). (2) Unscrew the bulb and install a
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.
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