4830 & 4832 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 4830 & 4832 Table of contents Important safety instructions Getting to know your machine Principal parts Accessories Connecting the machine Running the machine Choosing and changing the needle Changing the needle plate Changing screw-on presser feet Attaching the bed Cover Changing snap-on presser feet Fabric thread and needle table Inserting a bobbin Winding a bobbin Threading the machine Raising the bobbin thread Adjusting thread tension Sewing a seam Starting a seam Straight stitching Stitch width selector Needle position Selector Stitch length selector Reverse stitch button and sewing In reverse Darning Inserting a zipper Zig-Zag Stitching Needle position selector Stitch width Selector Adjusting stitch length Pattern groups selection Flexi-stitch patterns Balancing flexi-stitches Decorative stitch patterns Flexi-stitch patterns Attaching a button Free-arm sewing Removing the extension table Four-step buttonhole Twin needle sewing Additional accessories/Accessory storage Caring for your machine Removing and replacing bobbin case Cleaning the machine Lubricating the machine Changing the light bulb Performance checklist 4830 & 4832 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 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. A Trademark d The Singer Company Copyright (c) 1993 Singer Sewing Machine Company All rights reserved throughout the world. Dear Customer, We recommend that for future reference you record the Serial Number of Your Sewing Machine in the space provided. Refer to illustration for location of Serial Number on your machine 3 4830 & 4832 For European Territories: This product is suppressed for radio and television interference with the international Electrotechnical Commission requirements of the CISPR. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: · Read all instructions before using this machine. DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock · Use this machine only for its intended use as described In this Operator's Guide · Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained In the Operator's Guide · To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove plug from outlet WARNING To reduce the risk of burns. tire, electric shock or injury to persons: · Be sure that the electrical voltage of the socket outlet (wall receptacle is the same as the rated voltage of the motor). · Disconnect the power-line plug from the · The machine should never be left unattendsocket outlet or switch the machine off ed when plugged in. Always unplug the when making any adjustments in the neemachine from the electric outlet immediatedle area, such as threading needle changly after using and before cleaning. ing needle, changing throat plate or changing presser foot, etc · Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with the same type rated 15 watts · Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricat· Be sure to replace the face plate which ing, or when making any other user serviccovers the light bulb before operating the ing adjustments mentioned in the machine. Operator's Guide. 4 4830 & 4832 WARNING continued... · Do not attempt to adjust the motor belt. Contact Your nearest Service Center should any adjustment be required. · Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. · Handle the foot controller with care and avoid dropping it on the door. Be sure not to place anything on top of it. · Always use the proper throat plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. · Do not use bent needles. · When sewing, keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle. · Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing It to break. · Before removing the bobbin case, remove plug from the socket outlet. · For double insulated machines. when servicing use only identical replacement parts · Never operate the machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, If it Is not working properly, If it has been dropped or damage; or dropped into the water, return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or Service Center for examination, repair, electrical, or mechanical adjustment. · Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth · Never drop or insert any object into any opening. · Do not use outdoors · Do not operate where aerosol aerosol (spray) products are being or oxygen is administered . · Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine Is used by or near children. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Servicing should be performed by an authorized service representatives. This product is intended for household use. 5 4830 & 4832 Getting to know your machine Principal parts 1. Hand wheel 2. Bobbin winder 3. Horizontal spool pin and holder 4. Thread guide 5. Bobbin winder tension disc 6. Snap-in thread guide 7. Take up lever 8. Face plate 9. Needle thread tension dial 10. Accessory storage 11. Snap on presser foot 12. Needle plate 13. Removable extension table 14. One-way needle clamp 15. Thread guides 16. Push button reverse 17. Stitch length dial/four-step buttonhole 18. Stitch width lever 19. Pattern selector dial 20. Needle position selector 21. Stitch balance control 22. Presser foot lifter 23. Thread cutter 24. Feed system 26 Slide plate 26. Foot control 27. Electrical lead 28. Machine plug 29. Power and light switch 30. Bobbin winding Indent 6 4830 & 4832 Accessories The following accessories furnished with your sewing machine are designed to simplify your sewing projects and increase the versatility of your machine. The letter in a circle adjacent to the Illustrated part is reproduced on the part itself to help you select the correct attachment for the type of work you are doing. 1. Blindstitch hem presser foot is used to position the hem for blindstitch hemming. 2. Special purpose presser foot (J) is used for decorative and zig-zag sewing. 3. General purpose needle plate (A) and presser foot (B) are on your machine when delivered. Use together for alternating between straight and zigzag stitching. 4. Buttonhole presser foot (1) is used with the General Purpose Needle Plate to make four-step buttonholes. 5. Zipper foot (E) is used for inserting zipper and stitching corded seams. 6. Friction free spool holder is used to hold various size spools and allows thread to unwind smoothly. The spool does not turn. 7. Small thread spool hold (Q) for use with small diameter spools of thread. 8. Needle pack includes an assortment for sewing various types of fabrics. 9. Feed cover (F) is used to prevent the feed from moving the fabric when darning or free motion embroidery. 10. Transparent bobbins for easy viewing of thread supply. 7 4830 & 4832 Connecting the machine Push plug into the receptacle (1) at the right end of the machine. Then connect plug (2) to your socket outlet. Running the machine To turn on machine and sewing light, press upper portion of power switch. To turn off machine and light, press lower portion "D" of power switch. To run the machine and control speed, press the foot control with your foot. The harder you press, the faster the machine will sew. To stop machine, remove foot from control. Note: Do not operate machine without fabric under the presser foot as this may damage the feed and the presser foot. 8 4830 & 4832 Choosing and changing needles · Raise needle to its highest position. · Loosen needle clamp screw and remove needle. · With flat side of needle to the back, insert new needle up into clamp as far as it will go. · Tighten needle clamp screw securely. Changing the needle plate (A), (C) · Raise needle and presses foot. · Open slide plate. · Lift up needle plate from right comer and slide out from under foot. · To replace needle plate slide it under pin (1) and push it firmly to the left. · Press down until it snaps into place Changing screw-on presser feet (H) · Raise needle and presser foot. · Loosen presser foot screw (1) and remove presser foot with shank (2), guiding it toward you and to the right. · To replace presser foot with shank, hook shank around the presser bar and tighten presser foot screw with the use of a coin. 9 4830 & 4832 Attaching the feed cover (F) The feed cover is used to keep the feed from moving the fabric when attaching a button, darning or sewing free motion embroidery. To attach it, follow the directions below: · Raise needle and presser foot. · Open slide plate. · Slide feed cover on top of needle plate, pressing tabs (1) and (2) into holes. · Close slide plate. · To remove open slide plate and lift front edge of cover; pull it away. Changing snap-on presser feet (B),(D),(J),(L) · Raise needle to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you. · Raise presser foot using presser foot lifter at back of machine. · Push to of presser foot (1) up, until it snaps off the shank (2). · Remove foot from machine. · Place new foot under centre of shank. · Lower presser foot lifter, fitting shank over presser foot pin (3). · Don't turn screw. Instead, push presser foot screw (4) down, firmly until foot snaps into place. 10 4830 & 4832 Fabric, thread and needle table The needle and thread you choose will depend upon the fabric being sewn, the table below is a practical guide to needle and thread selection. Always refer to it before beginning a sewing project. Be sure to use the same size and type of thread in both needle and bobbin. The fabrics below can be of any fiber cotton, linen, silk, wool, synthetic rayon, blends. They are listed as examples of weight. Fabrics Light Weight Batiste Chiffon Crepe Organza Voile Corduroy Flannel Gabardine Gingham Linen Muslin Wool Crepe Canvas Coating Denim Duck Sailcloth Upholstery Single Knits Double Knit Jersey Tricot Thread Cotton-wrapped Polyester Core 100% Polyester (Extra Fine) · Mercerized Size 50 Nylon Type 2020 Needles Size 11/80 Medium Weight Cotton-wrapped Polyester 100% Polyester · Mercerized Size 50 Nylon 2020 14/90 Medium Heavy Cotton wrapped Polyester100% Polyester · Mercerized Size 40 · "Heavy Duty" 2020 2020 16/100 18/110 Knits Cotton-wrapped Polyester 100% Polyester Nylon Ball-Point 2045 Size 11/80, 14/100, 16/110 · Not recommended on stretch fabrics. 11 4830 & 4832 Inserting a bobbin · Raise presser foot. · Turn hand wheel toward you until needle is in its highest position. · Open slide plate and remove empty bobbin. 1. Pull 4" (10 cm) of thread from replacement bobbin and insert bobbin into case as shown. 2. Holding bobbin in place guide thread into notch (1) and then down the slot to the left and guide around into notch (2). 3. Draw several inches of thread diagonally across the bobbin toward the back of the machine. 4. While holding thread on outside, close the slide plate allowing thread to extend through the slot between the slide plate and needle plate. 12 4830 & 4832 Winding a bobbin Winding a bobbin is quick and easy when you follow the directions below. Always wind the bobbin, before threading the machine and needle. · · · · · · · · Push in indent (1) on hand wheel disc. This will stop the needle from moving. Place spool of thread on spool pin. Slide spool cap (2) firmly over rim of spool to prevent thread tangling. Lead thread from spool and snap into thread guide post (3). Wind thread clockwise around front of bobbin winder tension disc (4). Pass thread end from inside, through small hole in rim of bobbin. Place bobbin on spindle and push it to the right Holding thread end, step on speed controller to run machine until desired amount of thread is wound. (Winding stops automatically once bobbin is full). · Cut thread: push bobbin to the left and remove it from spindle. · Trim thread end from top of bobbin. · Return hand wheel disc to sewing position by pressing on side opposite indent. 13 4830 & 4832 Threading the machine · Raise take-up lever to highest position by turning hand wheel toward you. · Raise presser foot to release thread tension. · Place spool of thread on spool pin. · Slide spool cap firmly over rim of spool to prevent thread tangling. · Lead th ...