Singer S0230 - Manuals

Inside of Machine 1. Lower cutter — when the upper cutter is engaged it trims the fabric edge as you sew 2. Upper cutter — trims the fabric edge as you sew 3. Stitch finger — used to stabilize the fabric when forming the stitch 4. Upper looper 5. Lower looper 6. Lower looper threader — helps threadi...

Connecting the Foot Control and thePower Supply A C B Among the accessories you will find the power cord and thefoot control. Note: Consult a qualified electrician if you are in doubt abouthow to connect the machine to the power source. Unplug thepower cord when the machine is not in use. For this m...

Open and Close the Front Cover Open the Front Cover First push the cover to the right as far as it will go and thenpull it downward toward you. Close the Front Cover First pull the cover upward and then slide it to the left until itlocks. Note: The front cover has a safety switch and the machine wil...

Changing the Needles Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. 1. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the needles are at the highest position. 2. Loosen, but do not remove the left (B) and/or right (A) needle clamp screw with the allen key while you areholding the needles. 3. Remove th...

Deactivate the Upper Cutter R 2 4 3 • Turn the hand wheel toward you until the upper cutter is in its lowest position. • Turn off the upper cutter by switching the upper cutter switch to non-cutting position (A). Reactivate the Upper Cutter • Turn on the upper cutter by switching the upper cutter sw...

GETTING READY TO SEW General Threading Information A color coded diagram is located inside the front cover forquick reference (see illustration to the right). Always startthreading the loopers and then the needles from left to right(follow the order listed below). 1. Upper looper - Red 2. Lower loop...

Thread Tension Settings Set the thread tension to suit the type of fabric and thread used. As the number on the thread tension discs increases, the threadtension becomes tighter. See Stitch Overview, page 15 for thread tension recommendations for each stitch. Color Explanation Sheet Right side of fa...

Differential Feed Adjustment The differential feed system consists of two sets of feed teetharranged one behind the other (A). Both feed teeth workindependently of each other to provide good results whensewing on speciality fabrics. When the amount of feed by thefront feed teeth is changed in relati...

Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment 10mm 3/8 " The presser foot pressure is pre-set for sewing on mediumweight fabric. When sewing in different fabric weights,adjustment might be needed. Generally, decrease the presserfoot pressure when sewing in light weight fabric and increaseit when sewing in he...

SEWING On your overlock machine, different stitches are obtained by combining different needle positions, threading methods, tensionsettings, and the use of the 2-thread overlock converter. See Getting Ready to Sew, page 7, for references on how to set your machine. Stitch Overview The settings show...

3–Thread Overlock, Wide (and Narrow) For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light to medium fabric. Use heavier threads in the loopersto create decorative edges. Note: Use the right needle instead for a narrow stitch. Recommended thread tension settings within brac...

3–Thread Rolled Edge For edging lightweight fabrics. It gives a nice finish on silky scarves, pillow ruffles and napkins. For a beautiful rolled edge, threadthe loopers with a decorative lightweight thread, such as 40 weight rayon, for a beautiful satin edge and the needle and lowerlooper with light...

2–Thread Rolled Edge For edging lightweight fabrics. It gives a nice finish on silky scarves, pillow ruffles and napkins. Thread the looper with adecorative lightweight thread, such as 40 weight rayon for a beautiful satin edge (2-thread converter required). Note: Not recommended for heavy weight fa...

Start Sewing 1. When the machine is completely threaded, close the front cover and bring all of the threads over the stitch plate andslightly to the left under the presser foot. 2. Ensure that the upper blade moves against the lower blade correctly by turning the hand wheel slowly toward you. Ifthe ...

Corded Overlock Corded overlock can be used to strengthen stitches whenjoining elastic fabrics such as knits. Cording prevents knitfabrics from stretching and also stabilizes the seams. 1. Insert the cord through the hole in the front of the foot. 2. Position the cord under the foot to the back of t...

Rolled Edge Sewing The rolled edge stitch is appropriate for light weight fabricssuch as lawn, voile, organdy, crepe, etc. The rolled edge isachieved by adjusting the thread tension to make the fabricedge roll under the fabric while overlocking. Adjust the threadtension to change the degree of rolli...

Flatlock Sewing A Flatlock (A) is made by adjusting the tension of the 3-threadoverlock stitch, sewing the seam and pulling the fabrics apartto flatten the seam. The tensions must be adjusted correctly forthe fabric to pull flat properly. A Flatlock can be used both as a decorative construction stit...

MACHINE MAINTENANCE An overlock requires more frequent maintenance than aconventional sewing machine for two reasons: • A lot of lint is produced when the cutters are cutting the fabric. • An overlock runs at a very high speed and needs to be oiled frequently to lubricate the internal working parts....

Replacing the Upper Cutter 0.5-1mm Turn off the main power switch and unplug themachine. The upper cutter should be changed when it becomes blunt.Change it by following the below instructions. If you arehaving any difficulties, consult your service agent to make thenecessary adjustments. • Place the...

Possible Cause: Thread is not unreeling smoothly off the thread spool. Solution: Check the thread spool to ensure thread is not getting caught. Possible Cause: Using thread that is poor quality or has uneven filament. Solution: Use good quality thread with a smooth, even filament. Possible Cause: St...

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