A Instruction Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. 5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle. 6. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. 7. Do not use bent needles. 8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. 9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such 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 drop or insert any object into any opening. 12.Do not use outdoors. 13.Do not operate where aerosol (spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered). 14.To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet. 15.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. 2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-120V area) or 15 watts (220-240V area). WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children. 2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. 3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is intended for household use only. 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 your sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and the ease of operation by going through this instruction book, step by step, seated at your machine. To ensure that you are always provided with the most modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the appearance, design or accessories of this sewing machine when considered necessary. ® Singer is a registered trademark of The Singer Company Ltd or its affiliates. Copyright © 2005 All rights reserved throughout the world. Please note: This Instruction Book covers the operation of multiple models of sewing machines and the use of optional accessories. The manufacturer has made every effort to clearly define the differences between the different models and to define when an accessory is an optional extra. Please read carefully to determine which instructions apply to your particular model machine. For a clear definition of your sewing machine please see pages 19. List of contents Principal parts of the machine.....................................................2/3 Accessories....................................................................................4 Fitting the snap-in sewing table .....................................................5 Connecting machine to power source............................................6 Changing the bulb..........................................................................7 Two-step presser foot lifter/ Adjusting presser foot pressure .........8 Attaching the presser foot holder ...................................................9 Winding the bobbin ......................................................................10 Inserting the bobbin......................................................................11 Inserting and changing needles ...................................................12 Threading the upper thread .........................................................13 Automatic needle threader (optional)...........................................14 Thread tension .............................................................................15 Raising the bobbin thread ............................................................16 Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread ............17 Matching needle/ fabric/ thread....................................................18 How to choose your pattern .........................................................19 Function of stitch width dial and stitch length dial ........................20 Blind hem/ lingerie stitch ..............................................................21 Overlock stitches (for models A, B & C).......................................22 Sewing on buttons .......................................................................23 Sew 4-step buttonholes ...............................................................24 Zippers and piping .......................................................................25 Sewing with the optional hemmer foot .........................................26 Multi-stitch zig-zag .......................................................................27 Straight stretch stitch and Ric Rac stitch (for models A, B & C) ....28 Honeycomb stitch (for models A, B & C)......................................29 Sewing with the optional cording foot ..........................................30 Free motion darning.....................................................................31 Practical stitches (for models A, B & C) .......................................32 Maintenance ................................................................................33 Trouble shooting guide ................................................................34 Principal parts of the machine 1. Thread tension dial 2. Presser foot pressure adjustment 3. Thread take-up lever 4. Thread cutter 5. Presser foot 6. Needle plate 7. Removable sewing table/accessory storage 8. Bobbin stopper 9. Stitch length dial (not on all models) 10. Stitch width dial (not on all models) 11. Pattern indicator window 12. Reverse sewing lever 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 5 12 6 7 2 Principal parts of the machine 13. Horizontal spool pin 14. Bobbin winder 15. Handwheel 16. Pattern selector dial 17. Power and light switch 18. Main plug socket 19. Bobbin thread guide 20. Upper thread guide 21. Face plate 22. Handle 23. Presser foot lever 24. Feed speed control 25. Power cord 13 14 19 20 21 15 22 23 16 17 18 24 25 3 Accessories Standard accessories a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver f. Seam ripper/ brush g. Oil bottle h. Pack of needles I. Bobbin (3x) j. Seam guide k. Darning plate L. Spool holder Optional accessories available at extra cost m n o Optional accessories (These 6 accessories are not supplied with this machine; they are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.) m.Satin stitch foot n. Overcasting foot o. Hemmer foot p. Blind hem foot q. Cording foot r. Darning foot i j k l e f g h Standard accessories a b c d 006806008 006905008 006909008 006914008 006804008 006803008 006800008 p q r 006812008 006810008 006016008 4 Fitting the snap-in sewing table Keep the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (1) The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be utilized as an accessory box. To open, lift up at the point of the arrow. (2) 5 Connecting machine to power source Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1) For 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. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3) Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to power source. Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. The foot control must be used with the appliance by 4C316B (110-120V area) / 4C-326G (230V area) / 4C-316C or 4C-326C (220-240V area) manufactured by Panasonic Co., Ltd.(TW) 1 Sewing light Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ". IMPORTANT NOTICE For appliance with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way. 2 6 A Polarized attachment plug Conductor intended to be grounded 3 Changing the bulb Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket! - Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) - Remove the face plate (B). - Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). (2) - Replace the face plate and tighten screw. Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice. A B 1 C 2 7 Two-step presser foot lifter When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a high rise 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 according to the type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight). However, if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser adjusting screw with a coin. For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counter counterclockwise, and for heavy fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise. 8 Loosen Tighten presser adjusting screw Attaching the presser foot holder Raise the presser bar (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated. (1) Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). (2) Raise the lever (e). Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will engage automatically. Removing the presser foot Raise the presser foot. (3) Raise the lever (e) and the foot disengages. 1 Attaching the seam guide Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems, pleats, etc. (4) a a e b d c f b 2 Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the above operations! e g 3 9 4 Winding the bobbin - Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). For smaller spools of thread place spool holder with small side next to spool (2). - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (3). - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (4). - Push bobbin to right (5). - Hold thread end (6). - Step on foot control pedal (7). - Cut thread (8). - Press bobbin to left (9) and remove. 2 Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to the left (sewing position). 3 4 5 1 6 10 7 8 9 Inserting the bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. - Open the hinged cover (1). - Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow) (2). - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger (3). - Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch (4). - Insert it into the shuttle (5). Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. 1 2 3 4 5 11 Inserting and 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 the new needle. (1) B. The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back. C/D. Insert the needle as far up as it will go. Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the needle. 1 Needles must be in perfect condition. (2) Problems can occur with: A. Bent needles B. Blunt needles C. Damaged points B C B A C 2 12 Threading the upper thread This is a simple operation but it is important to c ...