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...(A). 17. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for household use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10. WARNING - Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer or its intended use only. Return...
...(A). 17. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for household use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10. WARNING - Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer or its intended use only. Return...
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... Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter...8 Accessories ...9 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...11 Inserting the Bobbin ...13 Thread Tension ...15 Threading the Upper Thread ...17 Automatic Needle Threader ...19 Raising the Bobbin Thread...21 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...23 Stitch Width Dial... & Stitch Length Dial ...25 Sewing Straight Stitch ...27 Reverse Sewing/Removing the Work/Cutting the Thread...29 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...31 Blind Hem...33 Sew 1-Step Buttonhole...35 Sewing on Buttons ...37 General Information Installing the...
... Power Source ...6 Two Step Presser Foot Lifter...8 Accessories ...9 Threading the Machine Winding the Bobbin ...11 Inserting the Bobbin ...13 Thread Tension ...15 Threading the Upper Thread ...17 Automatic Needle Threader ...19 Raising the Bobbin Thread...21 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern...23 Stitch Width Dial... & Stitch Length Dial ...25 Sewing Straight Stitch ...27 Reverse Sewing/Removing the Work/Cutting the Thread...29 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ...31 Blind Hem...33 Sew 1-Step Buttonhole...35 Sewing on Buttons ...37 General Information Installing the...
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Thread take-up lever 3. Needle plate 6. Reverse sewing lever 8. One step buttonhole lever 13. Bobbin stopper 9. Automatic threader 1 7 8 9 2 10 3 PUSH 4 11 5 6 12 PUSH 13 2 Removable extension table/ accessory storage 7. Stitch width dial 10. Stitch length dial 11. Pattern selector dial 12. Presser foot 5. Thread cutter 4. GB Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread tension dial 2.
Thread take-up lever 3. Needle plate 6. Reverse sewing lever 8. One step buttonhole lever 13. Bobbin stopper 9. Automatic threader 1 7 8 9 2 10 3 PUSH 4 11 5 6 12 PUSH 13 2 Removable extension table/ accessory storage 7. Stitch width dial 10. Stitch length dial 11. Pattern selector dial 12. Presser foot 5. Thread cutter 4. GB Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread tension dial 2.
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Handwheel 15 18. Upper thread guide 24 22. Horizontal spool pin 15. Hole for second spool pin 14 20 17. Power cord 18 19 25 26 4 Power and light switch 21 19. Main plug socket 16 22 20. Presser foot lifter 25. Foot speed control 26. Bobbin winding spindle 16. Handle 24. Face plate 23. Bobbin thread guide 17 23 21. GB Principal Parts of the Machine 14.
Handwheel 15 18. Upper thread guide 24 22. Horizontal spool pin 15. Hole for second spool pin 14 20 17. Power cord 18 19 25 26 4 Power and light switch 21 19. Main plug socket 16 22 20. Presser foot lifter 25. Foot speed control 26. Bobbin winding spindle 16. Handle 24. Face plate 23. Bobbin thread guide 17 23 21. GB Principal Parts of the Machine 14.
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... the hand wheel will not turn. GB Winding the Bobbin - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Hold thread end. (7) 2 - Cut thread. (9) - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 7 11 3 5 6 8 9 10 Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Wind thread counterclockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Step on spindle. (5) - Place...
... the hand wheel will not turn. GB Winding the Bobbin - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Hold thread end. (7) 2 - Cut thread. (9) - To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to left (sewing position). 7 11 3 5 6 8 9 10 Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Wind thread counterclockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Step on spindle. (5) - Place...
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Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). (3) 1 - Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert it into the shuttle. (6) Attention: 3 Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting ... bobbin. 6 13 a 2 4 5 GB Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger. (4) Leave a 6 inch tail of thread. - Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. (2) - Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch. (5) - Remove...
Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). (3) 1 - Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert it into the shuttle. (6) Attention: 3 Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting ... bobbin. 6 13 a 2 4 5 GB Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. - Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger. (4) Leave a 6 inch tail of thread. - Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. (2) - Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch. (5) - Remove...
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...2 by about an inch or two. For all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - GB Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to good sewing. - B. C. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. To adjust, turn the dial to...stitch construction sewing. - 90% of fabric. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by the thread. Correct thread tension is too loose, it does not ...
...2 by about an inch or two. For all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - GB Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to good sewing. - B. C. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. To adjust, turn the dial to...stitch construction sewing. - 90% of fabric. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by the thread. Correct thread tension is too loose, it does not ...
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... and then down right channel and up left channel. (5) During this movement pass thread from right to left through pre-tension spring as illustrated. (4) - For small thread spools, place small side of thread to the rear beyond the needle eye. Raise the presser foot to descend. Note:... this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. - Start by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Trim thread to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - GB Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is...
... and then down right channel and up left channel. (5) During this movement pass thread from right to left through pre-tension spring as illustrated. (4) - For small thread spools, place small side of thread to the rear beyond the needle eye. Raise the presser foot to descend. Note:... this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. - Start by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Trim thread to length with the thread coming off the power before threading. - GB Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is...
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GB Automatic Needle Threader - The threader automatically swings to off ("O")! 2 19 A C A B C B D D A Pull the thread through the needle eye. 1 Attention: Turn power switch to the threading position (B). - Release lever (A). - Pass thread around the hook (D) from bottom to its highest position. - Raise the needle to top. - Pass the thread in front of the needle around thread guide (C). - Press lever (A) down as far as it will go. -
GB Automatic Needle Threader - The threader automatically swings to off ("O")! 2 19 A C A B C B D D A Pull the thread through the needle eye. 1 Attention: Turn power switch to the threading position (B). - Release lever (A). - Pass thread around the hook (D) from bottom to its highest position. - Raise the needle to top. - Pass the thread in front of the needle around thread guide (C). - Press lever (A) down as far as it will go. -
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Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. (2) Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3) 2 3 21 GB Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. (2) Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3) 2 3 21 GB Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
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... as you move zigzag dial from "0" - Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 2 25 4 3 2 1 0.5 The width increases as the setting of stitch width dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for the straight stitch infinite needle... position. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. GB Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial Function of stitch length dial approaches "0". however, the width can be reduced on any patterns...
... as you move zigzag dial from "0" - Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 2 25 4 3 2 1 0.5 The width increases as the setting of stitch width dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for the straight stitch infinite needle... position. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. GB Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial Function of stitch length dial approaches "0". however, the width can be reduced on any patterns...
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...the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to cut. (3) B PUSH 3 29 GB Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. ...Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to its highest position, raise the presser foot and...
...the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to cut. (3) B PUSH 3 29 GB Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. ...Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to its highest position, raise the presser foot and...
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...stretch fabrics. GB Blind Hem For hems on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly the folded top to catch one or two fabric threads. (2) Unfold the fabric when hemming is used for the fabric. Blind hem for the weight/type of fabric being sewn, within the range shown...fabric with 1 the top edge of the hem extending about 7 mm (1/4") to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER retailer. (See page 9 for firm fabrics. Set the Stitch Width Dial at the right. Generally, a narrower stitch is used for lighter weight fabrics, and ...
...stretch fabrics. GB Blind Hem For hems on the fold, making sure the needle touches slightly the folded top to catch one or two fabric threads. (2) Unfold the fabric when hemming is used for the fabric. Blind hem for the weight/type of fabric being sewn, within the range shown...fabric with 1 the top edge of the hem extending about 7 mm (1/4") to make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem foot, available from your SINGER retailer. (See page 9 for firm fabrics. Set the Stitch Width Dial at the right. Generally, a narrower stitch is used for lighter weight fabrics, and ...
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...be adjusted according to the project, Sew a test first to determine this. 3. Set the stitch width at "5". While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing. *Set the stitch width to " ". The width however may need to be sewn first.) (Align the mark on the fabric...1. Set stitch length dial to " ". 2. Using tailor's chalk, mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric with the mark on a sample of the gimp thread. a b A PUSH B C Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics (E) When sewing buttonholes on the fabric. 2. E 4. However, it back (C). 6. Lower the ...
...be adjusted according to the project, Sew a test first to determine this. 3. Set the stitch width at "5". While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing. *Set the stitch width to " ". The width however may need to be sewn first.) (Align the mark on the fabric...1. Set stitch length dial to " ". 2. Using tailor's chalk, mark the position of the buttonhole on the fabric with the mark on a sample of the gimp thread. a b A PUSH B C Making a Buttonhole on Stretch Fabrics (E) When sewing buttonholes on the fabric. 2. E 4. However, it back (C). 6. Lower the ...
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...Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. thin to large. 9 (70) to thread size and weight of fabric. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits....woolen, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some Heavy duty thread, carpet thread. IMPORTANT: Match needle size to 18 (110). Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.) Note : 1. Always use genuine SINGER® needles. 2. SINGER® 2045 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9...
...Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. thin to large. 9 (70) to thread size and weight of fabric. NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER® 2020 Standard sharp needles. Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits....woolen, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some Heavy duty thread, carpet thread. IMPORTANT: Match needle size to 18 (110). Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.) Note : 1. Always use genuine SINGER® needles. 2. SINGER® 2045 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9...
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.... 3. Wrong needle size for the fabric. 2. Thread tension wrong. 1. Correct the thread tension. 1. Loosen the thread tension. 1. Select a better quality thread. 2. Remove bobbin case, thread and insert correctly. 3. Lint or oil have collected on the thread. The needle is damaged. 1. The needle is .... (flat side towards the back) 5. The needle is damaged. 3. Insert a new needle. 2. Select the correct foot. 1. Thread the bobbin case as described. 2. Lubricate as illustrated. 3. The needle is not correctly inserted. 3. The wrong size or type of...
.... 3. Wrong needle size for the fabric. 2. Thread tension wrong. 1. Correct the thread tension. 1. Loosen the thread tension. 1. Select a better quality thread. 2. Remove bobbin case, thread and insert correctly. 3. Lint or oil have collected on the thread. The needle is damaged. 1. The needle is .... (flat side towards the back) 5. The needle is damaged. 3. Insert a new needle. 2. Select the correct foot. 1. Thread the bobbin case as described. 2. Lubricate as illustrated. 3. The needle is not correctly inserted. 3. The wrong size or type of...
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...(this makes it can be helpful to also slightly reduce the upper thread tension as a decorative embellishment. English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 2277 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting ...for joining fabrics together with the longest stitch length setting. If sewing with topstitching thread, use a SINGER Topstitching Needle, size 90/14 for medium weight fabrics, or a SINGER Topstitching needle, size 100/16 for basting, if your machine has adjustable stitch length...
...(this makes it can be helpful to also slightly reduce the upper thread tension as a decorative embellishment. English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 2277 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting ...for joining fabrics together with the longest stitch length setting. If sewing with topstitching thread, use a SINGER Topstitching Needle, size 90/14 for medium weight fabrics, or a SINGER Topstitching needle, size 100/16 for basting, if your machine has adjustable stitch length...
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... Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for some machine models), which will help prevent the quilt layers from shifting as you stitch. Multiple thread colors can be layered to use an Even Feed / Walking Foot (additional accessory for details). To set the machine for free-motion quilting... (see your machine's manual for some machine models). Set the machine for the project, and be helpful to draw stitch guidelines on thread painting and free-motion sewing, see this video. Free-motion quilting means stitching together a backing fabric, batting, and top fabric, and...
... Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for some machine models), which will help prevent the quilt layers from shifting as you stitch. Multiple thread colors can be layered to use an Even Feed / Walking Foot (additional accessory for details). To set the machine for free-motion quilting... (see your machine's manual for some machine models). Set the machine for the project, and be helpful to draw stitch guidelines on thread painting and free-motion sewing, see this video. Free-motion quilting means stitching together a backing fabric, batting, and top fabric, and...
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... main spool pin, and a second spool of 80 Thread both threads together through the threading path at the same time, but thread each needle manually. To attach aribbon or trim, set machine for straight stitch. Insert a SINGER Universal Twin Needle 1.6mm or 2.0mm (additional accessory). Increase needle thread tension for the Pintuck Foot, which includes twin...
... main spool pin, and a second spool of 80 Thread both threads together through the threading path at the same time, but thread each needle manually. To attach aribbon or trim, set machine for straight stitch. Insert a SINGER Universal Twin Needle 1.6mm or 2.0mm (additional accessory). Increase needle thread tension for the Pintuck Foot, which includes twin...
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... accessory for you sew. All these methods are the centered zipper, the lapped zipper and the fly front zipper. Pull the bobbin threads to sew evenly spaced pleats. The main types of manually pressing and basting the pleats individually, the Ruffler does all the work for... some machine models). Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce the upper thread tension. Instead of zipper insertion are done using a Gathering Foot (additional accessory). There are times you may want to achieve various types ...
... accessory for you sew. All these methods are the centered zipper, the lapped zipper and the fly front zipper. Pull the bobbin threads to sew evenly spaced pleats. The main types of manually pressing and basting the pleats individually, the Ruffler does all the work for... some machine models). Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce the upper thread tension. Instead of zipper insertion are done using a Gathering Foot (additional accessory). There are times you may want to achieve various types ...
