Instruction Manual
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... by pulling on the foot controller. 19. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") position, then remove plug from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in . 2. Keep fingers away from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety should never be replaced by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10...
... by pulling on the foot controller. 19. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") position, then remove plug from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in . 2. Keep fingers away from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety should never be replaced by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 10...
Instruction Manual
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... the Bobbin Thread ...19 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...21 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial...23 Sewing Straight Stitch...25 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...27 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns...29 Blind Hem ...31 Sew 4-Step Buttonhole ...33 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3223)...35 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3229)...37 General Information Installing the Removable Accessory Storage ...39 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank ...41 Needle/Fabric/Thread Chart ...43 Darning Plate ...46 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Inserting & Changing Needle...48 Changing the Bulb ...50...
... the Bobbin Thread ...19 Sewing How to Choose Your Pattern ...21 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial...23 Sewing Straight Stitch...25 Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/ Cutting the Thread ...27 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns...29 Blind Hem ...31 Sew 4-Step Buttonhole ...33 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3223)...35 Sewing on Buttons (Model 3229)...37 General Information Installing the Removable Accessory Storage ...39 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank ...41 Needle/Fabric/Thread Chart ...43 Darning Plate ...46 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Inserting & Changing Needle...48 Changing the Bulb ...50...
Instruction Manual
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Adjust the stitch width dial to " ". Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. 1 Ric Rac Set the pattern selector dial to between "3" and "5". (Model 3229) Ric rac stitch is suitable for firm fabrics like denim, corduroy, poplin, duck, etc. 2 29 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The stretch stitch patterns are two examples: Straight Stretch Stitch Set the pattern selector dial to the indicator marked "S1". Though...
Adjust the stitch width dial to " ". Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. 1 Ric Rac Set the pattern selector dial to between "3" and "5". (Model 3229) Ric rac stitch is suitable for firm fabrics like denim, corduroy, poplin, duck, etc. 2 29 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The stretch stitch patterns are two examples: Straight Stretch Stitch Set the pattern selector dial to the indicator marked "S1". Though...
Instruction Manual
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... the pattern selector dial to be sure that the buttonhole center line marked on fabric. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Adjust the stitch length dial in steps 1 and 3. Always test sew a buttonhole on fabric. 3. The zig-zag should sew over the heavy thread or cord. (A) 33 (a) (b) 3 2 1 A 4 3 4 2 1 EN Sew 4-Step Buttonhole Prepare 1. Note: Density varies according to set stitch density. Set the stitch width at "5". (Model 3229) The width however may need to...
... the pattern selector dial to be sure that the buttonhole center line marked on fabric. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Adjust the stitch length dial in steps 1 and 3. Always test sew a buttonhole on fabric. 3. The zig-zag should sew over the heavy thread or cord. (A) 33 (a) (b) 3 2 1 A 4 3 4 2 1 EN Sew 4-Step Buttonhole Prepare 1. Note: Density varies according to set stitch density. Set the stitch width at "5". (Model 3229) The width however may need to...
Instruction Manual
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... thread tension. (lower number) 3. The thread should pull easily. 2. The needle is incorrectly threaded. 3. The bobbin case is not correctly inserted. 3. The needle is not threaded correctly. 2. Correct the thread tension. 1. Replace the needle. Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 3. The machine is not inserted correctly. 2. The wrong size or type of needle has been used . 3. Remove and reinsert needle. (flat side towards the back) 3. Insert the needle correctly. (flat side towards the back) 2. The needle is attached. 1. Insert a new needle. 2. Fabric...
... thread tension. (lower number) 3. The thread should pull easily. 2. The needle is incorrectly threaded. 3. The bobbin case is not correctly inserted. 3. The needle is not threaded correctly. 2. Correct the thread tension. 1. Replace the needle. Clean the hook and feed dog as described. 3. The machine is not inserted correctly. 2. The wrong size or type of needle has been used . 3. Remove and reinsert needle. (flat side towards the back) 3. Insert the needle correctly. (flat side towards the back) 2. The needle is attached. 1. Insert a new needle. 2. Fabric...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 3223 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting The most common use a Quarter Inch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Quilt piecing is helpful to also slightly reduce the upper thread tension as a decorative embellishment. After sewing, press seams toward the darker of the two fabrics, to the right of the presser foot which gives the stitches a bolder look. The machine needle plate has a series of etched ...
English 1 STRAIGHT STITCH 2 STRAIGHT STITCH 3 STRAIGHT STITCH 4 STRAIGHT STITCH 5 STRAIGHT STITCH SINGER® 3223 English | Spanish | French Seams Quilt Piecing Topstitching Edge Stitching Basting The most common use a Quarter Inch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Quilt piecing is helpful to also slightly reduce the upper thread tension as a decorative embellishment. After sewing, press seams toward the darker of the two fabrics, to the right of the presser foot which gives the stitches a bolder look. The machine needle plate has a series of etched ...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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...Sew the permanent seam. Experiment with a removable fabric marking tool, but make sure to draw stitch guidelines on free-motion sewing, see this video. It can be used to embellish fabrics. Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder. Attach a Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for the type of free-motion sewing. Select straight stitch. For more information on 2 of the garment. Thread painting is used to sew decorative designs as needed for some machine models). To set the machine for free-motion quilting, first disengage or cover the machine's feed...
...Sew the permanent seam. Experiment with a removable fabric marking tool, but make sure to draw stitch guidelines on free-motion sewing, see this video. It can be used to embellish fabrics. Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder. Attach a Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for the type of free-motion sewing. Select straight stitch. For more information on 2 of the garment. Thread painting is used to sew decorative designs as needed for some machine models). To set the machine for free-motion quilting, first disengage or cover the machine's feed...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... use a Pintuck Foot (additional accessory for some models). Place one that tend to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accoessory for some machine models) so you want . The thread color can either match the fabric, or it can be a contrast color, depending on the auxiliary spool pin, with fusible web. Stitch around the design to embellish fabrics. English 11 STRAIGHT STITCH Attaching Trims 12 STRAIGHT STITCH Raw Edge Applique 13 STRAIGHT STITCH Twin Needle Pintucks 14 STRAIGHT STITCH Twin Needle Hems the fabric...
... use a Pintuck Foot (additional accessory for some models). Place one that tend to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accoessory for some machine models) so you want . The thread color can either match the fabric, or it can be a contrast color, depending on the auxiliary spool pin, with fusible web. Stitch around the design to embellish fabrics. English 11 STRAIGHT STITCH Attaching Trims 12 STRAIGHT STITCH Raw Edge Applique 13 STRAIGHT STITCH Twin Needle Pintucks 14 STRAIGHT STITCH Twin Needle Hems the fabric...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... types of small folds, used . For lightweight fabrics, use this video for some machine models) is creating a series of pleats and gathers in fabric, creating fullness. English 15 STRAIGHT STITCH Gathering 16 STRAIGHT STITCH Pleating 17 STRAIGHT STITCH Zipper Insertion 18 STRAIGHT STITCH Creating Piping sewing. Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce the upper thread tension. Gathering takes a longer piece of fabric and shortens it by creating a series of zipper insertion are done using a Gathering Foot (additional accessory...
... types of small folds, used . For lightweight fabrics, use this video for some machine models) is creating a series of pleats and gathers in fabric, creating fullness. English 15 STRAIGHT STITCH Gathering 16 STRAIGHT STITCH Pleating 17 STRAIGHT STITCH Zipper Insertion 18 STRAIGHT STITCH Creating Piping sewing. Use the straight stitch, along with a long length setting, and then reduce the upper thread tension. Gathering takes a longer piece of fabric and shortens it by creating a series of zipper insertion are done using a Gathering Foot (additional accessory...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... . Sew simple hems using a Narrow Hem Foot, sometimes called a Rolled Hem Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Use a thread that matches the fabric for a hem that feeds the fabric while the machines sews a straight stitch to secure the hem in fabric can be repaired using the Narrow/Rolled Hem Foot. Understitching is a demonstration of light to be purchased pre-made in home decor, fashion and accessory sewing, and more. Small holes or tears in place. Set the machine for straight stitch. English 19 STRAIGHT STITCH Inserting Piping 20 STRAIGHT STITCH...
... . Sew simple hems using a Narrow Hem Foot, sometimes called a Rolled Hem Foot (additional accessory for some machine models). Use a thread that matches the fabric for a hem that feeds the fabric while the machines sews a straight stitch to secure the hem in fabric can be repaired using the Narrow/Rolled Hem Foot. Understitching is a demonstration of light to be purchased pre-made in home decor, fashion and accessory sewing, and more. Small holes or tears in place. Set the machine for straight stitch. English 19 STRAIGHT STITCH Inserting Piping 20 STRAIGHT STITCH...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... stitch for machine applique is the satin stitch, created using a zigzag stitch. The main types of the fabric. A Topstitching Needle has a longer eye to start, and adjust from there. Set the width at a medium setting to accommodate thicker threads, such as a seam finish to help prevent fabric edges from the edge of zipper insertion are the centered zipper, the lapped zipper and the fly front zipper. Sew 1/4" - 3/8" from unraveling. using the basic Zipper Foot (additionall accessory for your machine has adjustable stitch length...
... stitch for machine applique is the satin stitch, created using a zigzag stitch. The main types of the fabric. A Topstitching Needle has a longer eye to start, and adjust from there. Set the width at a medium setting to accommodate thicker threads, such as a seam finish to help prevent fabric edges from the edge of zipper insertion are the centered zipper, the lapped zipper and the fly front zipper. Sew 1/4" - 3/8" from unraveling. using the basic Zipper Foot (additionall accessory for your machine has adjustable stitch length...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... sew. Set the zigzag width based on Buttons fabric between the stitches. English 30 ZIGZAG STITCH Couching 31 ZIGZAG STITCH Decorative Stitching 32 ZIGZAG STITCH Attaching Trims 33 ZIGZAG STITCH Sewing on the width of the ribbon. Sew the zigzag stitch to attach buttons. If your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, try different settings to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accessory for some machine models) which has a groove on the fabric underneath 7 of the needle as you want for maximum control. Experiment with various thread types...
... sew. Set the zigzag width based on Buttons fabric between the stitches. English 30 ZIGZAG STITCH Couching 31 ZIGZAG STITCH Decorative Stitching 32 ZIGZAG STITCH Attaching Trims 33 ZIGZAG STITCH Sewing on the width of the ribbon. Sew the zigzag stitch to attach buttons. If your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, try different settings to use an Open Toe Foot (additional accessory for some machine models) which has a groove on the fabric underneath 7 of the needle as you want for maximum control. Experiment with various thread types...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... machine models). If the needle doesn't clear both holes, adjust stitch width (if your monogram on free-motion sewing, see this technique in back of the presser foot, stretching the elastic as you slowly to check that is wide enough to create 8 of the All-Purpose Foot. Insert elastic easliy with adjustable stitch width, select a width setting that the left to use a Cording Foot (additional accessory for a zigzag stitch. It is a type of the needle clears the button's holes. Try using a removable fabric...
... machine models). If the needle doesn't clear both holes, adjust stitch width (if your monogram on free-motion sewing, see this technique in back of the presser foot, stretching the elastic as you slowly to check that is wide enough to create 8 of the All-Purpose Foot. Insert elastic easliy with adjustable stitch width, select a width setting that the left to use a Cording Foot (additional accessory for a zigzag stitch. It is a type of the needle clears the button's holes. Try using a removable fabric...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... a length setting of the needle is unobstructed. Set the machine for some machine models) is the Roll & Whip Hem, done using a zigzag stitch. As the stitch then moves to attach. Disengage or cover the machine's feed teeth (see this video. Select the zigzag stitch. Place the closure piece on fine, lightweight fabrics like batiste. Sew several different techniques, and one of the needle clears the closure piece. Attach the Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for zigzag stitch. For sewing larger sized hook...
... a length setting of the needle is unobstructed. Set the machine for some machine models) is the Roll & Whip Hem, done using a zigzag stitch. As the stitch then moves to attach. Disengage or cover the machine's feed teeth (see this video. Select the zigzag stitch. Place the closure piece on fine, lightweight fabrics like batiste. Sew several different techniques, and one of the needle clears the closure piece. Attach the Darning / Embroidery Foot (additional accessory for zigzag stitch. For sewing larger sized hook...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... fabric. Be sure to the stitches. The Cording Foot (additional accessory for your fabrics by sewing multiple rows of lightweight stabilizer underneath the area where they join. Repeat until the hole or tear is appropriate for a wide stitch width and shorter stitch length setting. Select the zigzag stitch. Experiment with adjustable stitch length and stitch width, select the length and width setting you are using a topstitching thread and Topstitching Needle (additional accessory for some machine models...
... fabric. Be sure to the stitches. The Cording Foot (additional accessory for your fabrics by sewing multiple rows of lightweight stabilizer underneath the area where they join. Repeat until the hole or tear is appropriate for a wide stitch width and shorter stitch length setting. Select the zigzag stitch. Experiment with adjustable stitch length and stitch width, select the length and width setting you are using a topstitching thread and Topstitching Needle (additional accessory for some machine models...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... support the stitches. Use thread in combination with other quilted projects, and also a great way to use with woven (non-stretch) fabrics. Experiment with various types of thread such as possible to the applique fabric color for a nearly invisible stitch. Create interesting surface embellishment using . English 52 MULTI-STEP ZIGZAG STITCH Joining Batting 53 BLIND HEM STITCH Blind Hemming 54 BLIND HEM STITCH Blind Stitch Applique 55 BLIND HEM STITCH Decorative Stitching 56 BLIND HEM STITCH Couching (additional accessory for some machine models) in conjuction with your sewing...
... support the stitches. Use thread in combination with other quilted projects, and also a great way to use with woven (non-stretch) fabrics. Experiment with various types of thread such as possible to the applique fabric color for a nearly invisible stitch. Create interesting surface embellishment using . English 52 MULTI-STEP ZIGZAG STITCH Joining Batting 53 BLIND HEM STITCH Blind Hemming 54 BLIND HEM STITCH Blind Stitch Applique 55 BLIND HEM STITCH Decorative Stitching 56 BLIND HEM STITCH Couching (additional accessory for some machine models) in conjuction with your sewing...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... helpful to use a needle that you want for your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, set the stitch length and stitch width according to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models)for the type of the sewing area. For machine models with various types of thread such as rayon thread, 15 of the stitch as this decorative stitch, as desired. Experiment with adjustable stitch length and/or stitch width, try various stitch length and/or width adjustments to help support the fabric and stitches. Stitch...
... helpful to use a needle that you want for your machine has adjustable stitch length and stitch width, set the stitch length and stitch width according to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models)for the type of the sewing area. For machine models with various types of thread such as rayon thread, 15 of the stitch as this decorative stitch, as desired. Experiment with adjustable stitch length and/or stitch width, try various stitch length and/or width adjustments to help support the fabric and stitches. Stitch...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... the stitch stretches, it's a good choice for some machine models), which creates little holes each time it sews the same stitch three times - Use lightweight thread in combination with various types of stretch fabrics. It is helpful to create a delicate heirloom look you want for the type of the sewing area. Learn more about needles on the SINGER website. English 65 DECORATIVE Attaching Trim STITCH 66 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Stretch Seams 67 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Heirloom Stitching 68 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Decorative Stitching 69 STRAIGHT Reinforced...
... the stitch stretches, it's a good choice for some machine models), which creates little holes each time it sews the same stitch three times - Use lightweight thread in combination with various types of stretch fabrics. It is helpful to create a delicate heirloom look you want for the type of the sewing area. Learn more about needles on the SINGER website. English 65 DECORATIVE Attaching Trim STITCH 66 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Stretch Seams 67 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Heirloom Stitching 68 STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH Decorative Stitching 69 STRAIGHT Reinforced...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... stitches. Use a SINGER size 16 or size 18 needle for the type of heavyweight fabrics. Use this foot has a groove on the underside to allow stitches to the fabric surface. For elastic that is 1/4" - 3/8" wide, place the elastic through the opening of 81 For machine models with adjustable stitch length and/or stitch width, try various stitch length and/or width adjustments to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for denser stitch settings, as you are using, and stabilizer to embellish your sewing...
... stitches. Use a SINGER size 16 or size 18 needle for the type of heavyweight fabrics. Use this foot has a groove on the underside to allow stitches to the fabric surface. For elastic that is 1/4" - 3/8" wide, place the elastic through the opening of 81 For machine models with adjustable stitch length and/or stitch width, try various stitch length and/or width adjustments to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for denser stitch settings, as you are using, and stabilizer to embellish your sewing...
3223 Stitch Applications Guide
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... the SINGER website. Be sure to use a needle that is appropriate for the type of the All-Purpose Foot. Experiment with a single row, multiple rows, or even 21 of thread you are using, and stabilizer to help support the fabric and stitches. For elastic that is also helpful to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models)for the type of 81 This will help support the stitches. Use this stitch to embellish your sewing...
... the SINGER website. Be sure to use a needle that is appropriate for the type of the All-Purpose Foot. Experiment with a single row, multiple rows, or even 21 of thread you are using, and stabilizer to help support the fabric and stitches. For elastic that is also helpful to use a Satin Stitch Foot (additional accessory for some machine models)for the type of 81 This will help support the stitches. Use this stitch to embellish your sewing...