Page 2 - user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.; WARNING –TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE,; recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. Keep ...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................................. 1 Intended Use...............................................................1 Machine Overview .......................................................1 Needle Area Overview ...............................................
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Intended Use
INTRODUCTION Intended Use Optimal use and maintenance are described in these instructions. This product is not intended for industrial use.Additional assistance, by region, may be found on the web at www.singer.com. Machine Overview 3 1 5 6 10 9 8 7 4 12 11 2 13 1. Feed Teeth Lever — move from side ...
Page 7 - Overview Accessories; Bobbin x4; — Two sizes (large and small) for various thread spool styles.; Auxiliary Spool Pin; — Used to remove stitches/brush off lint.; Included Accessories
Overview Accessories Bobbin x4 — Only use the type of transparent bobbins delivered with your machine (SINGER® Class 15 transparent bobbins). One of the bobbins is inserted in the machine upon delivery. Felt Pad — Used to cushion the spool of thread when using the Auxiliary Spool Pin. Spool Cap — Tw...
Page 8 - Presser Feet; Even Feed Foot
Presser Feet All Purpose Foot (T) (attached on the machine upon delivery)This foot is used for general sewing on most types of fabric. The bottom of the foot is flat, so that the fabric is held down firmly against the feed teeth while sewing. It also has a wide slot so that the needle can move from ...
Page 9 - Sew Easy Foot; you want for the project you are making.; Cording Foot; gathering firmer fabrics.; Open Toe Foot; Optional Accessories
Sew Easy Foot This foot has a guide to help you sew the most accurate seams every time. The foot has an extension marked with the most popular seam allowances and a movable fabric guide that can be set wherever you want for the project you are making. Cording Foot The Cording Foot is mainly used to ...
Page 10 - Stitch Overview; Utility Stitches; Application
Stitch Overview Utility Stitches The stitches described in the below chart are utility stitches, used mainly for utility sewing.The most frequently used stitches are printed next to the stitch selection buttons on the front of the machine (Stitch Menu 1). Those stitches are selected by touching the ...
Page 12 - Decorative Stitches
Decorative Stitches Your machine also features decorative stitches. The stitches not described in the previous chart are decorative stitches. When sewing the decorative stitches, make sure to use a stabilizer underneath the fabric for better appearance. Use a thread tension between 3–5. Always test ...
Page 13 - PREPARATIONS; Unpacking the Machine; For the USA and Canada; Packing Machine after Sewing
PREPARATIONS Unpacking the Machine 1. Place the box on a steady, flat surface. Lift the machine out of the box, and remove the packaging.2. Remove all outer packing material and the plastic bag.3. Wipe off the machine with a dry cloth to remove any lint and/or excess oil around the needle area. Note...
Page 15 - Spool Pin; Main Spool Pin; Note: Not all thread spools are manufactured in the same way.
Spool Pin Your machine has two spool pins, a main spool pin and an Auxiliary Spool Pin. The spool pins are designed for all types of thread. The main spool pin is used in a horizontal position (the thread reels off the spool) and the Auxiliary Spool Pin in a vertical position (the thread spool rotat...
Page 16 - Wind the Bobbin; Note: You can also start the winding by long pressing the; Insert the Bobbin; Note: Make sure that the needle is fully raised and the
Wind the Bobbin A B C 1. Place the thread spool on the spool pin. Slide a spool cap firmly against the spool. 2. Place the thread into the thread guide (A) from front to the back. Bring the thread clockwise around the bobbin winding tension disc, making sure that the thread is pulled snuggly between...
Page 17 - Thread the Machine
Thread the Machine C A D B Machine from above E F Machine from front Important! Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is in its highest position by turning the handwheel toward you. This is very important to help ensure that the machine is correctly threaded. Not doing so can resu...
Page 18 - Universal Needle
Needle Threader C A B D The built-in needle threader allows you to thread the needle quickly and easily.The needle must be in its highest position to use the built-in needle threader. Turn the hand wheel towards you until the needle is in its highest position, or press the needle up/down button. It ...
Page 19 - Needle Size; Change the Needle; Note: Before you begin changing the needle, it can be helpful
Important Needle Information A B C Change the needle often. As a general rule, needles should be changed every 6-8 hours of actual stitching time. Always use a straight needle with a sharp point and make sure the point is not bent or damaged (A).A damaged needle (B) can cause skipped stitches, break...
Page 21 - Change the Presser Foot; Note: If you find it difficult to place the presser foot in the
Change the Presser Foot 1 2 1. Make sure that the needle is in the highest position and the presser foot is lifted. The presser foot release lever extends out the back of the presser foot holder. Press this lever to release the presser foot. 2. To attach a presser foot to the holder, place the desir...
Page 22 - OPERATING YOUR MACHINE; Machine Operation Controls; Reverse Button; in reverse only as long as the reverse button is pressed.; Speed Control Lever
OPERATING YOUR MACHINE Machine Operation Controls The Operation Control buttons are used to operate the machine. Each functionality is listed and described further below. Reverse Button The Reverse Button has different functionality depending on what stitch that is selected. Stitch Menu 1 ( stitch n...
Page 23 - Stitch Control Panel; Display
Stitch Control Panel 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 The functions on the Stitch Control Panel are used to select and adjust stitches and program fonts. Each functionality is listed and described further below.1. Display2. Stitch menu / Sound on/off3. Program mode4. Selection arrows5. Stitch selection butto...
Page 24 - Sewing Mode; Display — Sewing Mode
Sequence Controls Sequencing — Press to enter Sequence mode. Navigation Arrows — Use these buttons to move back and forth in your sequence. Repeat — Press to sew your sequence repeatedly. Delete — Press to delete the selected stitch in a sequence. Automatic Stop Setting Press this button to activate...
Page 25 - Select a Stitch
Select a Stitch A C B D E = + F Your machine has four stitch menus. Menu 1 includes the most frequently used utility stitches, and are printed on the machine next to the stitch selection buttons, Menus 2–3 have both utility and decorative stitches. Menu 4 is a Font menu. Here, you will find letters ...
Page 26 - Sequence Mode; Display in Sequence Mode; Note: When the settings shown on the display are set to default,
Sequence Mode Display in Sequence Mode Sequence Button Sequence Mode, no stitches in memory 2 3 4 8 9 7 1 5 6 Sequence Mode, stitches in memory Press the Sequence button to enter sequence mode. Letters and numbers that can be programmed and are found on Stitch Menu 4, Fonts. This menu is selected au...
Page 27 - Create a Sequence; Edit a Sequence; Adjust a Stitch in the Sequence; Sew Out a Sequence
Create a Sequence B C A 1. Press the Sequence button to enter Sequence mode. Activate Stitch Menu 4. 2. Pull out the Stitch Chart to see which stitch number that refers to which letter/number.To program “SINGER”, would be stitch number 029, 019, 024, 017, 015, 028 (A). 3. Select the stitch you will ...
Page 28 - SEWING; Sewing; Change Needle Position
SEWING Sewing A B D C E 3.5 3-5 2.5 A. StitchB. Presser footC. Stitch length in mmD. Stitch width in mmE. Thread tension Next to each stitch or sewing technique described in this section of the manual is a chart showing the recommended settings and presser foot. See sample of the chart to the right....
Page 30 - Multi-Step Zigzag Stitch; Slant Overedge Stitch; Tip: Use the Blind Hem foot to sew at the very edge of the
Multi-Step Zigzag Stitch 3.0–5.0 1.0 3–5 Set up for multi-step zigzag stitch Multi-step zigzag stitch is used to overcast raw edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side.The stitch can also be used as an elastic stitch to allow seams to st...
Page 31 - Closed Overlock Stitch; Blind Hems
Closed Overlock Stitch 5.0 2.5 3–5 Set up for closed overlock stitch A B The closed overlock stitch can be used for sewing medium to heavier weight stretch fabrics.Use this stitch to hem stretch fabrics (A) and for belt loops (B). Fold a hem to the wrong side and stitch with closed overlock stitch f...
Page 32 - Darning and Mending; Repair Large Holes; To cover large holes it is necessary to sew a new piece of; Repair Tears; On tears, frayed edges or small holes it is useful to lay a piece
Darning and Mending Repair Large Holes 4.0–6.0 2.0 3–5 Set up for zigzag 5.0 1.0–2.0 3–5 Set up for multi-step zigzag To cover large holes it is necessary to sew a new piece of fabric onto the damaged area.Baste the new piece of fabric onto the damaged area on the right side of the fabric.Sew over t...
Page 33 - Repair Small Holes; Note: To make the darning even sturdier, place a fabric; Jeans Hem
Repair Small Holes 7.0 2.0 2–4 Set up for darning stitch A B C D A small hole or tear is easily darned with the darning stitch. This stitch automatically sews small stitches back and forth to cover small holes or tears.Thread your machine with a thread in a color as close to your fabric as possible....
Page 34 - Button Sewing
Button Sewing H 3.5 — 2–4 Set up for button sewing A B C Fasten buttons easily and quickly with the special button sewing stitch.1. Select the Button Sewing Stitch.2. Lower the feed teeth.3. Attach the Button Sewing Foot to your machine.4. Mark the placement of the button with a marking pen (A).5. P...
Page 35 - Note: Always sew a test buttonhole on a piece of scrap fabric.
One-Step Buttonhole 5.0 0.4 3–5 Set up for buttonhole F B A C E G D Sew buttonholes perfectly sized for your button. The fabric should be interfaced and/or stabilized where buttonholes are to be sewn.1. Mark the start position of the buttonhole on the fabric (A).2. On the One-Step Buttonhole Foot, p...
Page 36 - Sew Zippers; Centered Zipper
Sew Zippers 3.5 2.0–3.0 3–5 Set up for sewing zippers A B The Zipper Foot can be attached on either the right or the left of the needle, making it easy to sew both sides of the zipper.To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the foot in the left presser foot position (A).To sew the left side of z...
Page 37 - Using the Sew Easy Foot; Hand-Look Quilt Stitch; Tip: Use a size 100 Topstitch Needle for an even greater effect.
Sew Easy Foot 3.5 4.0 3–5 Set up for topstitching The Sew Easy Foot helps you sew in straight lines, no matter what seam allowance you need. The presser foot has a “ruler” marked with the most popular seam allowances (3/8", 1/2", 5/ 8", 3/4", and 1") and an adjustable guide desig...
Page 38 - MAINTENANCE; Cleaning the Machine; Cleaning under the Bobbin Area; Raise the needle and turn off the machine.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Machine To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean it often. No lubrication (oiling) is needed. Wipe the exterior surface of your machine with a soft cloth to remove any dust or lint built up. Cleaning the Bobbin Area Raise the needle and turn off the machine. Remove ...
Page 39 - Troubleshooting; Thread Loops on Underside of Fabric; means you are threaded correctly.; Bobbin Thread Breaking; Check that bobbin is placed correctly in the bobbin holder (page 12).; Bobbin Thread Showing on Top of Fabric
Troubleshooting Thread Loops on Underside of Fabric Possible cause: Thread looping on the underside of the fabric is always an indication that the upper thread is not correctly threaded. This happens when the upper thread is not correctly placed in the thread tension mechanism and has not been threa...
Page 40 - a puckered ridge in fabric.; Loud Noise When Sewing; Disengage bobbin winding spindle by pushing it to the left.
Possible cause: Bobbin is winding sloppily because thread end not held at beginning of winding process. Solution: Before starting to wind, hold the thread tail (coming out of the bobbin) securely, allow the bobbin to partially fill, then stop to trim the thread tail close to the bobbin. Fabric Pucke...
Page 42 - Place stabilizer underneath fabric.; Upper Thread Breaking; Technical Specification; (using straight stitch with default stitch length)
Possible cause: Sewing was started with no fabric under the presser foot. Solution: Place fabric under foot, making sure that needle comes down into fabric; lightly hold both thread tails for first few stitches. Possible cause: Stabilizer may be needed for technique. Solution: Place stabilizer under...
Page 43 - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY; however, will always be to the benefit of the user and the product.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Singer, and the Cameo “S” Design are exclusive trademarks of The Singer Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates. We reserve the right to change the machine equipment and the assortment of accessories without prior notice, or make modifications to the performance or design. S...
