Home » Singer » Sewing Machines » Singer 3116 Simple

Singer 3116 Simple Support Question

Find answers below for this question about Singer 3116 Simple.
Need a Singer 3116 Simple manual? We have 1 online manual for this item!

Singer Overview Questions Manuals Reviews Videos Research

Question posted by lholloway08pinnacle on July 1st, 2016

Start To Sew And The Needle Stick (that's What It Looks Like ) In The Feeder ..

Start to sews , push the peddle and what looks like the needle sticking on the feeder , make a humming noise .

I Know the Answer!

I have the same question
Request More Information

Current Answers

Answer #1: Posted by aureliamarygrace on July 2nd, 2016 5:34 AM

This answer was accepted by the poster of the original question.

aureliamarygrace

Member since:
December 31st, 2012

Points: 1,682,568

1,100
points

It is much better if you talk to Singer Sewing Assistants, they can help you better on this.

If you prefer live, one-on-one help, you can reach one of their SINGER® Sewing Assistants at:
1-800-4-SINGER (1-800-474-6437) Monday - Friday, 8 am to 8 pm & Saturday, 8 am to 2 pm (Central time)

If you aren't able to reach them during regular business hours, please email them at [email protected]

For immediate answers to the most common issues and troubleshooting tips & advice, please follow them on FB: https://www.facebook.com/SingerSewingCompany

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SINGERCO

Answer #2: Posted by waelsaidani1 on July 1st, 2016 9:10 PM

waelsaidani1

Member since:
May 12th, 2013

Points: 19,501,787

100
points

hello here are reasons for this problems: http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/01/sewing-machine-thread-bunching-up/

Related Singer 3116 Simple Manual Pages

Instruction Manual - Page 2

...sewing machine. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Do not allow to break. 9. Always use as a toy. Replace bulb with any opening. 12.Do not use bent needles. 8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is required around the sewing machine needle. 6. Switch the sewing machine... the off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as contained...

Instruction Manual - Page 6

... Principal parts of the machine 2/4 Accessories 6 Installing the snap-in sewing table 8 Connecting machine to power source 10 Changing the bulb 12 Two-step presser foot lifter/ Adjusting presser foot pressure 14 Attaching the presser foot shank 16 Winding the bobbin 18 Inserting the bobbin 20 Inserting and changing needles 22 Threading the upper...

Instruction Manual - Page 9

... lever 14. Automatic threader 7 13 14 12 PUSH 2 Thread tension dial 9 2. Reverse sewing lever 9. Thread cutter 3 5. Drop feed control 6 13. Presser foot 11 6. Needle plate 7. Stitch length dial 11. Thread take-up lever 10 4. GB Principal parts of the machine 8 1 1. Presser foot pressure adjustment 2 3. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage 4 8.

Instruction Manual - Page 13

... (1) a. Button sewing foot e. Satin stitch foot m.Overcasting foot n. Blind hem foot q. Darning foot r. Quilting foot t. Pack of needles h. Second spool pin l. Buttonhole foot d. Bobbin (3x) j. Hemmer foot o. All purpose foot b. Seam guide g. Cording foot p. Evenfeed foot Spool holder i . Seam ripper/ brush f. they are not supplied with this machine; L-screwdriver...

Instruction Manual - Page 25

..." position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. Step on spindle. (5) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on foot control pedal. (8) - Press bobbin to right. (6) - For smaller spools of thread place spool holder with small side next to the left (10) and remove. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder...

Instruction Manual - Page 29

... the back. Damaged points 2 22 The flat side of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results always use SINGER Brand Needles. Bent needles B. Blunt needles C. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle. (1) B. Insert the needle as illustrated as it is showing signs of the shaft should be in perfect condition...

Instruction Manual - Page 31

.... (9) Note: If your sewing machine is strongly suggested you turn off the spool as by leading thread down to spool. (3) - Draw thread from spool through pre-tension spring as illustrated. - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2) Note: For safety, it...

Instruction Manual - Page 39

Pull threads down the reverse sewing lever (A). Release the lever and the machine will sew forwards again. (1) Removing the work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) Cutting the thread Pull the threads behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of a seam, press down to its ...

Instruction Manual - Page 41

... fabrics, polyester blends. When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be purchased for these fabrics and needle sizes. SINGER 2045 SINGER 2025 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9 (70) to medium). NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC SINGER 2020 Standard sharp needles. Always use genuine SINGER needles. 4. Not recommended for best...

Instruction Manual - Page 49

... of the fabric. It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. a Set the machine as illustrated with this machine. For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, ...If using the optional blindhem foot, adjust the guide (3) by hand until the needle swings fully to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing test first. 42 b c 1 2 4 3 Fold the fabric as illustrated...

Instruction Manual - Page 51

... ball point needles or stretch needle! 44 a b GB Overedge stitches * The overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Seams, neatening, visible hems. Standard overlock: For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. (a) Double overlock stitch: For fine knits, handknits, seams. (b) All overedge stitches are suitable for sewing and overcasting edges and...

Instruction Manual - Page 53

... if the needle goes into the right and the left hole of the button without hitting the button. Turn the handwheel to the distance between the two holes of the button and sew (4). For buttons with about 10 stitches. Slowly sew on the button with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first (3), push the...

Instruction Manual - Page 55

... thread or cord under the buttonhole foot. Open the button plate and insert the button (B). 5. a b A PUSH B C PUSH E 3 4 2 1 D 48 GB How to sew buttonholes (one-step buttonhole) Buttonhole sewing is done in the order (D). 8. While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing. *Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the buttonhole on the fabric (A). (The...

Instruction Manual - Page 59

...). Change to sew. (2) To sew past the zipper tab, lower the needle into a bias strip to sew. Dial selector on which side of the foot you are going to zipper foot. (1) The zipper foot can be attached right or left . Lower the foot and continue to form a "welt" or piping. (3) 2 3 52 Set machine as illustrated...

Instruction Manual - Page 61

... and lower the presser foot. Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide the fold into the scroll by about 3 mm (1/8") and sew 4-5 stitches to the left (2). 1 2...the fabric. Begin sewing, guiding the fabric into the scroll on the foot (1). GB Sewing with the optional hemmer foot * The hemmer foot is an optional accessory not supplied with your machine. Set the ...

Instruction Manual - Page 71

... on firmly from left to right. Set the pattern selector dial to lower the feed dogs. Turn work from behind the needle clamp screw (B). A darning ring is accomplished without the sewing machine internal feed system. First row: Always work by the operator. Remove the presser foot clamp. (1) Attach the darning foot to coordinate...

Instruction Manual - Page 75

... foot and alternately sew forward or reverse using the lever. - For reverse sewing instructions, see page... 32. 68 Position the fabric to be darned under the presser foot together with rows of stitching. Repeat this motion until the area to be darned is filled with the under laying fabric to be used. - Turn stitch length dial to straight stitch, center needle...

Instruction Manual - Page 77

... edge of the fabric (approximately 6 mm 1/4"). - Turn the stitch selector to sew the lace. 70 GB Attaching lace - Fold in the edge of the fabric fold. - You can add a ...dial to under lap the fabric slightly as required by using the satin stitch to straight stitch, center needle position. - Place the lace under the folded edge of the fabric allowing it to the desired length. -

Instruction Manual - Page 79

To pivot for curves or corners, leave needle down in fabric on background fabric. Lower presser foot. Begin sewing following the edge of applique, lift foot and pivot. 72 If using the thumbscrew ... Applique and blindstitch applique Position applique piece on outside edge if the applique. Align needle so that it pierces background fabric along the outside edge of your applique.

Instruction Manual - Page 81

... side of hoop. 74 Lower presser foot lever before starting point. - Make sure the presser foot bar is down in its lowest position. - Sew a few securing stitches at the starting to sew. - Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder. - Place the fabric under the needle. ab a b GBGBMonogramming and embroidering with embroidery hoop* Drop the...