Manual Pret a Porter Modelo 4814_4830_4832_84350

7/27/2019 Manual Pret a Porter Modelo 4814_4830_4832_84350

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL


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Table of contents

Important safety instructionsGetting to know your machinePrincipal partsAccessoriesConnecting the machineRunning the machineChoosing and changing the needleChanging the needle plateChanging screw-on presser feetAttaching the bed Cover

Changing snap-on presser feetFabric thread and needle tableInserting a bobbinWinding a bobbinThreading the machineRaising the bobbin threadAdjusting thread tensionSewing a seamStarting a seamStraight stitchingStitch width selectorNeedle position SelectorStitch length selectorReverse stitch button and sewingIn reverse

DarningInserting a zipperZig-Zag StitchingNeedle position selectorStitch width SelectorAdjusting stitch lengthPattern groups selectionFlexi-stitch patternsBalancing flexi-stitchesDecorative stitch patterns

Flexi-stitch patternsAttaching a buttonFree-arm sewingRemoving the extension tableFour-step buttonholeTwin needle sewingAdditional accessories/Accessory storageCaring for your machineRemoving and replacing bobbin caseCleaning the machineLubricating the machineChanging the light bulbPerformance checklist


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Congratulations

As the owner of a new Singer sewingmachine. you are about to begin an excitingadventure in creativity. from the moment youfirst use your machine you will know you aresewing one of the easiest to use sewingmachines ever made.

May we recommend that, before you start touse your sewing machine you discover themany advantages and the ease of operation

by going through this instruction book, stepby step, seated at your machine.

To ensure that you are always provided withthe most modern sewing capabilities, themanufacturer reserves the right to change theappearance, design or accessories of thissewing machine when considered necessary.

A Trademark d The Singer CompanyCopyright (c) 1993 Singer Sewing Machine Company

All rights reserved throughout the world.

Dear Customer,

We recommend that for future reference yourecord the Serial Number of Your SewingMachine in the space provided.

Refer to illustration for location of SerialNumber on your machine


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For European Territories:

This product is suppressed for radio and tele-vision interference with the internationalElectrotechnical Commission requirements ofthe CISPR.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using this machine basic safety pre-cautions should always be followed includingthe following:

Read all instructions before using thismachine.

DANGERTo reduce the risk of electric shock

The machine should never be left unattend-ed when plugged in. Always unplug themachine from the electric outlet immediate-ly after using and before cleaning.

Always unplug before relamping. Replacebulb with the same type rated 15 watts

Be sure to replace the face plate whichcovers the light bulb before operating themachine.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns. tire, electricshock or injury to persons:

Be sure that the electrical voltage of thesocket outlet (wall receptacle is the sameas the rated voltage of the motor).

Use this machine only for its intended useas described In this Operator's Guide

Use only attachments recommended by the

manufacturer as contained In theOperator's Guide

To disconnect, turn all controls to the off("0") position, then remove plug from outlet

Disconnect the power-line plug from thesocket outlet or switch the machine offwhen making any adjustments in the nee-dle area, such as threading needle chang-ing needle, changing throat plate or chang-ing presser foot, etc

Always unplug the machine from the elec-trical outlet when removing covers lubricat-ing, or when making any other user servic-ing adjustments mentioned in theOperator's Guide.


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WARNING continued...

Do not attempt to adjust the motor belt.Contact Your nearest Service Centershould any adjustment be required.

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. Tounplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Handle the foot controller with care andavoid dropping it on the door. Be sure notto place anything on top of it.

Always use the proper throat plate. Thewrong plate can cause the needle to break.

Do not use bent needles.

When sewing, keep fingers away from allmoving parts Special care is requiredaround the sewing machine needle.

Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Itmay deflect the needle causing It to break.

Before removing the bobbin case, removeplug from the socket outlet.

For double insulated machines. when serv-icing use only identical replacement parts

Never operate the machine if it has a

damaged cord or plug, If it Is not workingproperly, If it has been dropped or dam-age; or dropped into the water, return themachine to the nearest authorized dealeror Service Center for examination, repair,electrical, or mechanical adjustment.

Never operate the machine with any airopenings blocked. Keep ventilation open-ings of the machine and foot controllerfree from the accumulation of lint, dust,

and loose cloth

Never drop or insert any object into anyopening.

Do not use outdoors

Do not operate where aerosol aerosol(spray) products are being or oxygen isadministered .

Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close

attention is necessary when the machineIs used by or near children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing should be performed by anauthorized service representatives.

This product is intended forhousehold use.


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Principal parts

1. Hand wheel2. Bobbin winder3. Horizontal spool pin and holder4. Thread guide5. Bobbin winder tension disc6. Snap-in thread guide7. Take up lever8. Face plate9. Needle thread tension dial10. Accessory storage

11. Snap on presser foot12. Needle plate13. Removable extension table14. One-way needle clamp15. Thread guides16. Push button reverse17. Stitch length dial/four-step buttonhole18. Stitch width lever19. Pattern selector dial20. Needle position selector21. Stitch balance control22. Presser foot lifter23. Thread cutter24. Feed system26 Slide plate26. Foot control27. Electrical lead28. Machine plug29. Power and light switch30. Bobbin winding Indent

Getting to know your machine


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Accessories

The following accessories furnished with yoursewing machine are designed to simplify yoursewing projects and increase the versatility ofyour machine.

The letter in a circle adjacent to the Illustratedpart is reproduced on the part itself to helpyou select the correct attachment for the typeof work you are doing.

1. Blindstitch hem presser foot is used to

position the hem for blindstitch hemming.2. Special purpose presser foot (J) is used

for decorative and zig-zag sewing.3. General purpose needle plate (A) and

presser foot (B) are on your machinewhen delivered. Use together for alternat-ing between straight and zigzag stitching.

4. Buttonhole presser foot (1) is used withthe General Purpose Needle Plate tomake four-step buttonholes.

5. Zipper foot (E) is used for inserting zipperand stitching corded seams.

6. Friction free spool holder is used to holdvarious size spools and allows thread tounwind smoothly. The spool does not turn.

7. Small thread spool hold (Q) for use withsmall diameter spools of thread.

8. Needle pack includes an assortment forsewing various types of fabrics.

9. Feed cover (F) is used to prevent thefeed from moving the fabric when darningor free motion embroidery.

10. Transparent bobbins for easy viewing ofthread supply.


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Connecting the machine

Push plug into the receptacle (1) at the rightend of the machine. Then connect plug (2) toyour socket outlet.

Running the machine

To turn on machine and sewing light, pressupper portion of power switch. To turn offmachine and light, press lower portion "D" ofpower switch.

To run the machine and control speed, pressthe foot control with your foot. The harder youpress, the faster the machine will sew. Tostop machine, remove foot from control.

Note: Do not operate machine without fabricunder the presser foot as this maydamage the feed and the presser foot.


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Choosing and changing needles

Raise needle to its highest position. Loosen needle clamp screw and remove

needle. With flat side of needle to the back, insert

new needle up into clamp as far as it willgo.

Tighten needle clamp screw securely.

Changing the needle plate (A), (C)

Raise needle and presses foot. Open slide plate. Lift up needle plate from right comer and

slide out from under foot. To replace needle plate slide it under pin

(1) and push it firmly to the left. Press down until it snaps into place

Changing screw-on presser feet (H)

Raise needle and presser foot. Loosen presser foot screw (1) and remove

presser foot with shank (2), guiding ittoward you and to the right.

To replace presser foot with shank, hookshank around the presser bar and tightenpresser foot screw with the use of a coin.


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Attaching the feed cover (F)

The feed cover is used to keep the feed frommoving the fabric when attaching a button,darning or sewing free motion embroidery. Toattach it, follow the directions below:

Raise needle and presser foot. Open slide plate. Slide feed cover on top of needle plate,

pressing tabs (1) and (2) into holes. Close slide plate.

To remove open slide plate and lift frontedge of cover; pull it away.

Changing snap-on presser feet(B),(D),(J),(L)

Raise needle to its highest position by turn-ing hand wheel toward you.

Raise presser foot using presser foot lifterat back of machine.

Push to of presser foot (1) up, until it snapsoff the shank (2).

Remove foot from machine. Place new foot under centre of shank. Lower presser foot lifter, fitting shank over

presser foot pin (3). Don't turn screw. Instead, push presser foot

screw (4) down, firmly until foot snaps intoplace.


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Fabric, thread and needle table

The needle and thread you choose will depend upon the fabric being sewn, the table below isa practical guide to needle and thread selection. Always refer to it before beginning a sewingproject. Be sure to use the same size and type of thread in both needle and bobbin.

The fabrics below can be of any fiber cotton, linen, silk, wool,synthetic rayon, blends. They are listed as examples of weight.

Needles

LightWeight

Medium

Weight

Medium

Heavy

Knits

Fabrics

BatisteChiffon

CrepeOrganzaVoile

Corduroy

FlannelGabardineGingham

LinenMuslin

Wool Crepe

Canvas

CoatingDenim

DuckSailcloth

Upholstery

Single KnitsDouble KnitJersey

Tricot

Thread

Cotton-wrapped Polyester Core100% Polyester (Extra Fine)

Mercerized Size 50 Nylon

Cotton-wrapped

Polyester100% Polyester

Mercerized Size 50 Nylon

Cotton wrapped Polyester100%

Polyester

Mercerized Size 40 "Heavy Duty"

Cotton-wrapped Polyester100% PolyesterNylon

Type

2020

2020

2020

2020

Size

11/80

14/90

16/100

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Ball-Point 2045Size 11/80, 14/100, 16/110

Not recommended on stretch fabrics.


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Inserting a bobbin

Raise presser foot.

Turn hand wheel toward you until needle isin its highest position.

Open slide plate and remove empty bob-bin.

1. Pull 4" (10 cm) of thread from replacementbobbin and insert bobbin into case as

shown.

2. Holding bobbin in place guide thread intonotch (1) and then down the slot to the leftand guide around into notch (2).

3. Draw several inches of thread diagonallyacross the bobbin toward the back of themachine.

4. While holding thread on outside, close theslide plate allowing thread to extendthrough the slot between the slide plateand needle plate.


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Winding a bobbin

Winding a bobbin is quick and easy when you follow the directions below. Always wind thebobbin, before threading the machine and needle.

Push in indent (1) on hand wheel disc. This will stop the needle from moving. Place spool of thread on spool pin. Slide spool cap (2) firmly over rim of spool to prevent thread tangling. Lead thread from spool and snap into thread guide post (3). Wind thread clockwise around front of bobbin winder tension disc (4). Pass thread end from inside, through small hole in rim of bobbin. Place bobbin on spindle and push it to the right Holding thread end, step on speed controller to run machine until desired amount of thread

is wound. (Winding stops automatically once bobbin is full). Cut thread: push bobbin to the left and remove it from spindle. Trim thread end from top of bobbin. Return hand wheel disc to sewing position by pressing on side opposite indent.


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Threading the machine

Raise take-up lever to highest posi-tion by turning hand wheel towardyou.

Raise presser foot to release threadtension.

Place spool of thread on spool pin. Slide spool cap firmly over rim of

spool to prevent thread tangling. Lead thread from spool and snap

into thread guide (1) and with only

one hand pass the thread under theguide and through the slot, as illus-trated (2)

Thread the tension discs by leadingthe thread down and around the tor-sion (3). Hold the spool lightly andpull the thread up, lifting the springand allowing the thread to dip intothread guard.

Slip thread into take up lever asillustrated (4).

Pass thread through guides (5) and(6).

Thread needle from front to back,pulling 4" (10 cm) of thread througheye (7).


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Raising the bobbin thread

1. Hold needle thread loosely with left hand.

Turn hand wheel slowly toward you,lowering needle into hole in plate.

2. Continue to do this until needle rises aboveneedle plate.

Pull gently on needle thread and bringup bobbin thread in a loop.

3. Open loop with fingers to find end of bob-bin thread.

4. Draw needle thread through left side open-ing in presser foot.

Pull both threads to back machine.


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Adjusting thread tension

(For straight stitching)

A perfect, well balanced stitch (1), will havethe needle and bobbin threads lockedbetween the two layers of fabric with no loopson top or bottom and no puckering.

Too much tension will produce a tight stitchwhich will cause the fabric to pucker.

To decrease tension, turn the dial to a

lower number.

Too little tension will produce a loose stitch(3) which will cause loops in your seam.

To increase tension, turn the dial to ahigher number.

Adjusting thread tension(For zig-zag stitching)

The correct tension setting will produce asmooth even stitch (1).

Too much tension will produce a tight stitch(2), causing fabric to pucker. Loosen tensionby turning dial to a lower number.

Too little tension will produce a loose stitch(3), causing loops in your pattern. Tightentension by turning dial to a higher number.


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Sewing a seam

You can sew seams easily and accuratelywhen you follow the suggestions below.

Placing fabric under foot

Most fabrics can be placed under the foot byraising the presser foot lifter (1) to its normal"Up" position (2), where it locks in place.

When using bulky fabric multiple fabric layers

or an embroidery hoop, raise the lifter to thehigh rise position (3), thus increasing thespace between the foot and the needle plate.

Lower presser foot lifter all the way downand you are ready to sew.

Basting

Pin basting and hand basting are easy waysto make temporary seams before machinesewing.

To pin baste, insert pins at stitching line.NEVER place pins on the underside of fab-ric in contact with the feed. Do not sewover pins; pull them out as you stitch.

To hand baste, make long stitches that canbe easily removed


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Keeping seams straight

To keep seams straight, use one of the guide-lines on the needle plate.

The most commonly used line (1), the 5/8Inch (1.6 cm) seam allowance, is extendedonto the slide plate.

Starting seam

Place fabric under presser foot 1/2 Inch (12mm) from rear of fabric. Align the right edge

with one d the seam guidelines on the needleplate. Lower the presser foot.

Backstitch to the edge of the fabric for bypushing in the reverse button boated in cen-tre of the stitch length dial. Hold button inuntil stitching reaches edge of fabric.

Release push button for forward stitching.

Guiding and supporting fabric

For tricot, and other similar synthetic knits,apply gentle tension by holding the fabric atthe front and back d presser foot as yousew. Do not pull fabric.

For elasticated fabric, stretch lace, andknits with an unusual amount d elasticity,hold the fabric firmly In front and back d thepresser hot to stretch the seam as thestitches are being placed.


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Straight stitching

Stitch width selector

Before you move the selectors to set yourmachine for straight stitching, turn the handwheel toward you until needle is at its highestpoint.

Straight stitching can be performed with pat-tern selector in any position; stitch width lever

must be set at ( ) only.

Needle position selector

Needle Position Selector positions the needle

in left ( ), center ( ) or right ( ) needle

positions.

Stitch length selector

To adjust the length of your stitches, turn thedial so that desired stitch length is positionedunder () symbol.

To shorten ditch length, turn dial toward alower number.

To lengthen stitch length, turn dial toward ahigher number.


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Applications with straight stitching

Darning

Recommended settingsStitch Selection: Straight Stitch

Needle Position:

Stitch Width:

Stitch length: 2-5Foot: General Purpose (B)

Needle Plate: General Purpose (A)Attach feed cover plate (F)

Reverse stitch button

The reverse stitch button, with the ( ) sym-

bol, is located in the centre of the stitchlength selector.

For reverse stitching push in the button andhold in place. The machine will stitch inreverse only as long as you keep the but-ton pushed in.

Sewing in reverse

To neaten the end of a seam, push in thereverse button and backstitch 3-4 stitches

Raise needle and presser foot and removefabric by drawing it to the back and left. Cutthread on thread cutter on presser bar.


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Inserting a zipper

Preparation

Pattern:

Needle position:

Stitch width:

Stitch length: 2-5Foot: Zipper (E)Needle plate: General Purpose (A)

Adjusting the zipper foot

When the zipper teeth are to the left of theneedle (A):

Slide the adjusting block, (1) which slideson the pin, across to the right.

Snap-on the foot to the left side of the pin.

When the zipper teeth are to the right of theneedle (B):

Slide the adjusting block (1) across to theleft.

Snap on the foot to the right side of the pin.


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Zig zag stitching

Before moving selector, make sure needle isfully raised.

Needle position selector

Most of your zig-zag stitching will be done

with the needle In the centre ( ) position.

Left ( ) and right ( ) settings are used for

special stitch placement.Stitch width selector

To produce any of the zig-zag stitches, thestitch width selector is moved from its straight

position ( ) to any of its other positions. The

further you move the selector lever towardthe right, the wider your stitch will be.

Adjusting stitch length

Any stitch length setting from 1 to 5 will giveyou an open zig-zag stitch.

The higher the number, the more open, orfurther apart your stitches will be.

The area between 0 and 1 on the dial is usedfor satin stitching, a series of closely spacedplain zigzag stitches that form a smoothsatin-like surface.


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Pattern groups selection

The dial localized on panel on your machine, lets you choose pattern groups. Raise the needle to its highest position.

Adjust the stitch width selector to straight position ( ).

This will see to it that the stitch pattern dial moves far easier. In order to single out the desired pattern group, just turn the dial until the corresponding let-

ter to this pattern group appears on the dial, under symbol ( ).

After carrying out the embroidery selection, turn back the stitch width selector to the zig-zag

position ( ).

Adjust the stitch length as indicated on each kind of embroidery (from 1/2 to 2 1/2).


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Flexi stitch patterns

Note: The pattern groups selection, needleposition selection on and stitch width selec-tion are similar to zig-zag stitching.

These stitch patterns are used for sewingknits and other stretch fabrics. Flexi Stitchpatterns are made by the side to side move-ment of the needle along with the backwardand forward movement of the feed.

The flexi-stitch, only accepts stitches workswhich on panel, are to the right of each pat-tern group.

Act upon the following manner:

Turn the stitch length dial to the left untilthe dot on the dial lines up with the dot onthe machine, as shown.

Notes: If for any reason the machine doesnot start sewing your desired patternafter aligning the two dot symbols,push in on the reverse stitch button.


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Balancing flexi-stitches

You may need to adjust the Flexi-stitchBalance selector when using a flexi-stitch pat-tern in order to achieve the correct patternappearance.

Before you move the stitch balance dial fromits neutral position, make a test sample usingtwo layers of scrap fabric if adjustment isrequired stitch slowly and move the selectoryou sew.

Move selector to the right to separatestitches of pattern.

Move selector to the left to bring stitches ofthe pattern together.


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Decorative stitch patterns

Pattern ApplicationNeedleplate

FootStitchlength

Stitchwidth

Needleposition

Straight stitch 1

Fagotting stitch

Rampart stitch

Domino stitch

Crescent stitch

Overedge Stttch

Multi zig-zag

stitch

Blind hem stitch

Zig-zag stitch

Any

setting

1.0 to 2.0

1.0 to 2.0

0 to 2.0

0 to 2.0

1.0 to 2.0

1.0 to 2.0

1.5 to 2.5

Anysetting

General

purpose

Specialpurpose

Specialpurpose

Specialpurpose

Special

purpose

Special

purpose

Special

purpose

Special forblindstitch

Generalpurpose

General

sewing

Swimsuitseams

Borders andsmocking

Decoraticestitching

Ornamental

borders

Seams in knit and

stretch fabric

Bar

tacking

Finishinghems

Stretch sewingand embroidery

General

purpose

Generalpurpose

Generalpurpose

Generalpurpose

General

purpose

General

purpose

General

purpose

Generalpurpose

Generalpurpose


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Flexi-stitch patterns

Pattern ApplicationNeedleplate

FootStitchlength

Stitchwidth

Needleposition

Straight stitch 1

Thorn stitch

Chevron stitch

Crown stitch

Mountain stitch

Overedge

stretch stitch

Slant overedge

stitch (left)

Feather stitch

Ric-rac stitch

( )

( )

( )

( )

( )

( )

( )

( )

( )

Special

purpose

Specialpurpose

Special

purpose

Specialpurpose

Special

purpose

Special

purpose

Special

purpose

Specialpurpose

Specialpurpose

Ideal for plain

seams that stretch

Ideal forflat-butted seam

Classical

decorativeseams

Edge

decoration

Hemming andornamental

edges

Joining andovercasting

seams

Flexible seam

in lingerie

Sweater andswimsuit

construction

Heavy-duty

general purposesewing

General

purpose

Generalpurpose

General

purpose

Generalpurpose

General

purpose

General

purpose

General

purpose

Generalpurpose

Generalpurpose


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Attaching a button

Recommended settings:Stitch Selection: Zig-Zag Stitch

Needle Position:

Stitch Width: To suit Button Sewing (H)(Additional Accessory)

Needle Plate: General Purpose (A)Attach Feed Cover (F)

Note: Before you can attach a button, the

bobbin thread must be brought upthrough the hole in the feed cover.

1. Set stitch width at ( ) and needle position

selector at ( ). Position button under foot

and lower the needle into the center of theleft kid. Lower the foot. Turn hand winedtoward you until needle rises out of buttonand is above the foot.

2. Move stitch width selector until needle is

over the other hole in the button. Then,when you begin to ditch, the needle shouldenter into the right hole of the button. Takesix or more zig-zag stitches to attach but-ton and finish with the needle on the leftside.

3. To fasten stitching, adjust width to ( ) and

take three or four stitches. Remove work,draw threads to underside, fasten, andtrim.


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Free-arm sewing

Removing the extension table

To change machine for free arm sewing, liftright edge (1) of extension table. Slide it tothe left and off the machine (2).

To replace the extension table, slide it to theright keeping it even with the free-arm, untilthe tabs on the right lock into place.

Fabric handling, when sewing tubular and

hard to reach garment areas, is simplifiedand made easier when you use the free-armsewing capability of your sewing machine.

ApplicationsSleeves

Free-arm sewing takes the difficulty out oftopstitching, sleeves, finishing waistbandsand trouser legs rotate smoothly under theneedle, around the arm, allowing you toplace your stitching accurately.

Buttons

Sewing buttons on a cuff or neckband iseasy with free arm sewing. The sewing armallows room for cuffs to slip onto withoutbeing stretched out of shape, and you canalso see and handle the stitching areamore easily.


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Bar tacks

Bar tacks reinforce areas of strain and canbe applied to ready-made garments, aswell as to those sewn at home. Use thefree-arm surface to avoid fabric bulkaround the needle when you apply bartacks to pockets, pleats and waistlines.

Four step buttonhole

Your machine makes buttonholes to any sizeyou choose in only four easy steps.

You never need to move the fabric or repo-sition the needle.

Always make a practice buttonhole on asample of your fabric.

Be sure bobbin contains enough thread.

When making buttonholes on hard-to-reachareas convert machine bed to free-armsewing.

Mark buttonhole position on fabric as indi-cated in pattern.


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Buttonholes

Recommended settings:Stitch Selection: Buttonhole StitchStitch Width: Pre-setFoot: Buttonhole (L)Needle Plate: General Purpose (A)

Step 1

Raise presser foot.

Place fabric under foot

Centre 3 red guidelines (1) of foot aroundbeginning line of buttonhole.

Turn buttonhole dial to the buttonholesymbol (1) for the first step

Position needle in fabric at point (2) byturning the hand wheel towards you.

Stitch down to point (3).

Step 2

Raise needle out of fabric.

Turn buttonhole dial to the buttonhole sym-bol (2) for the second step.

Make at least four stitches ending atpoint(4).


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Step 3


Turn buttonhole dial to the buttonhole sym-bol (3) for the third step.

Stitch up to point (5).

Step 4


Turn buttonhole dial to the buttonhole sym-bol (4) for the fourth step.

Make at least four stitches, ending at point(6).

Rake presser foot and remove garmentfrom machine.

Clip thread ends.

Carefully cut buttonhole opening with aseam ripper or small, sharp scissors.


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Balancing the buttonhole

On some kinds of fabrics, there may be a dif-ference in the density of the stitches on theright or the left side of the buttonhole.

This is easily adjusted by turning the balanceknob (1), in the center of the stitch length dialto balance the density of the stitching.

A very slight turn of the dial will produce anoticeable change.

If the stitches on the right side of the button-hole (l) are too open, turn the balance dialslightly to the right, until the density of thestitches increases.

If the stitches on the left side of the button-hole (ll) are too open, turn the balanceslightly to the left, until the density of thestitches increases.


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Twin needle sewing

Additional accessory

Caution: Make sure not to use a stitch widthgreater than that what is recommended whentwin needle stitching.

Recommended settingsStitch Selection: Desired stitch

Needle Position:

Stitch Width:Stitch Length: 2-5Foot: General Purpose (B)Needle Plate: General Purpose (A)

Procedure

Turn the machine off. Insert the twin needle with the flat side of

the shank toward the rear of the machine. Thread the machine as you normally would

for single needle stitching, and pass thethread through the left eye of the twinneedle

Insert a second spool pin into the hole onthe top cover of the machine as illustrated.

Thread the machine in the usual way.

Pass the thread through the remainingpoint, making certain to omit the threadguide just above the needle and passthread through right eye of needle.

Draw both threads under the foot and backalong with the bobbin thread.

Slowly lower the needle into the hole in theneedle plate by turning the hand wheeltoward you to make sure the needle clearthe plate.


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Additional accessories

Additional Accessories for your sewingmachine are available for purchase at yourSINGER stockist.

1. Straight stitch presser foot (D) and needleplate (C) are used together when straightstitching lightweight fabric or when yourfabric or sewing procedure requires closecontrol.

2. Button sewing foot (H) is used to hold any

two-hole or four-hole button securely forstitching.

3. Lint brush is used for cleaning hard toreach areas on your sewing machine.

4. Oil container for machine lubrication.5. Twin needle and spool pin are used to

ditch two parallel rows of decorative stitch-ing simultaneously. When using twin-nee-dle for decorative stitching set stitch widthselector no greater than midrange of zigzag graphics.

6. Felt for twin needle spool pin.

Accessory storage

The accessories leave from factory in thisarea.


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Caring for your machine

Removing and replacing bobbin case

Caution: Before cleaning or adjusting themachine, remove plug from the socket outlet.

Raise presser foot and needle. Open slide plate, remove bobbin and

remove needle plate.

To remove bobbin case

With a small screwdriver, turn bobbin caseholder (1) to the rear as far as it will go.

Lifting the left side of the bobbin case, slideit out from machine.

To replace bobbin case

Guide forked end (2} of bobbin case underfeed (3).

Draw rim of bobbin ease under positionplate (4). Be sure bobbin ease is freelyseated on hook race.

Turn bobbin case holder (1) forward as faras it will go, locking bobbin case in place.

Note: Turn handwheel towards you to cheekto make sure it is properly replaced.

Replace needle plate. Insert bobbin and close slide plate.


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Cleaning the machine

The machine surfaces and covers can becleaned when necessary with a damp clothand a mild soap. Remove lint and fluff fromparts and with a flat brush clean these parts:

Take up lever and thread guide.

Presser and needle bars.

Bobbin case and needle plate areas.

Your machine should be periodically checkedby your local SINGER dealer for wear.


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Lubricating the machine

Approximately once a year, lubricate all mov-ing connections, as shown, to ensure free-dom of movement and to protect metal partsfrom excessive wear.

To determine which connections move andneed lubrication, turn the handwheel slowly,by hand, while face plate is removed.

When lubricating, apply only SINGER oil at

the points shown. SINGER oil is speciallyprepared and does not contain harmfuldeposits that can interfere with the smoothaction of precision parts.


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Changing the light bulb

Caution: Before changing light bulb, makesure you have removed plug from socket out-let and remove face plate which covers thelight bulb. Be sure to replace the face platewhich covers me light bulb before operatingthe machine.

This machine is designed to use a 15 wattmaximum light bulb with a bayonet fitting.

1. Removing bulb

Loosen and remove screw (1) located onface plate.

Remove face plate by grasping it aroundthe bottom edge and pulling toward the left,then down and away from machine.

Do not attempt to unscrew light bulb. Push bulb up into socket and turn in the

direction of arrows to unlock bulb pin. Pull bulb down and out of socket.

2. Replacing bulb

Push new bulb up into socket and turn inthe direction of arrows until pins lock intoposition.

Replace face plate again and tightenscrew.


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Performance Checklist

When sewing difficulties occur, look backthrough this manual to make sure you arecorrectly following the instructions. If you stillhave a problem, the reminders below mayhelp you to correct it.

Needle does not moveIs machine connected to electrical supply?Is the power and light switch on?Is controller connected?

Is the handwheel engaged for bobbinwinding?

Needle moves but stitch is not formedIs needle defective?Is needle fully inserted into needle clamp?Are bobbin and needle correctly threaded?Is bobbin correctly inserted into bobbin case?

Needle breaksIs needle straight and sharp?

Is needle correct size?Is needle fully inserted into needle clamp?Are controls properly set?Are accessories correct for applications?

Bobbin winding difficultiesIs thread unwinding freely from spool?Is bobbin winder engaged?Is thread end securely held at start of wind?Is thread hanging up on the slit on the thread

spool?

Upper thread breaksIs machine properly threaded?Is thread freely unwinding from spool?Is proper spool cap being used?Is needle correct size for thread?Is upper thread tension too tight?Is bobbin case properly inserted?Is bobbin rim free of nicks?

Lower thread breaks

Is bobbin correctly wound?Is bobbin correctly inserted into bobbin case?Is bobbin case correctly threaded?Is thread hanging up on the slit on the thread

spool?

Skipped stitchesIs machine properly threaded?Is fabric firmly held down?Is needle correct style and size?Is needle straight and sharp?

Fabric does not moveproperly under presser footIs presser foot correctly attached to machine?Is presser foot lowered?Is stitch length correctly set?

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Manual Pret a Porter Modelo 4814_4830_4832_84350