User manual SINGER DECORATIVE 042300DECO

[. . . ] 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. 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. [. . . ] (6) Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. 14 EN Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. Correct thread tension is when a small amount of the upper thread appears on the bottom side of fabric. Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by suspending it by the thread. If the tension is correct, the thread will unwind by about an inch or two. please note: - Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing. - There is no single tension setting appropriate for all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is usually only desirable for straight stitch construction sewing. - For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should generally be less than for straight stitch sewing. - For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your fabric. 16 6 4 3 2 1 EN 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. (2) Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching Turn the Pattern Selector Dial to " ". 24 EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch in either center or right needle position. (1) 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. 26 EN Reverse Sewing A To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) 1 2 B Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). 28 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The Stretch Stitch Patterns are indicated with a blue color on the Pattern Selector Dial. [. . . ] Turn the handwheel to check if the needle goes into the right and the left hole of the button without hitting the button. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/embroidery foot, available as an optional accessory from SINGER retailers. (See page 9 for part number of darning/embroidery foot ) 44 E Plaque repriser Pour certains types de travaux, (par ex. 9 ) 45 EN Inserting & Changing Needles D A Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. [. . . ]