SINGER 1116 User Manual

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Model 1116	Instruction Manual

Congratulations

As the owner of a new Singer sewing machine, you are about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity. From the moment you first use your machine, you will know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing machines ever made.

May we recommend that, before you start to use your sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and the ease of operation by going through this instruction book, step by step, seated at your machine.

To ensure that you are always provided with the most modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the appearance, design or accessories of this sewing machine when considered necessary.

SINGER® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE SINGER COMPANY LIMITED Copyright © 2000

All rights reserved throughout the world.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER —To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1.A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2.Always unplug a sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

3.Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts.

WARNING —To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock,

or injury to persons:

1.Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children.

2.Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3.Never operate this sewing machine 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.

loose cloth.

5.Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

6.Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

7.Do not use bent needles.

8.Do not pull or push fabric while stitching, it may deflect the needle causing it to break.

9.Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading the needle, changing the needle, or changing presser foot, and the like.

10.Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

11.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

12.Do not use outdoors.

13.Do not operate where aerosol (spray products) are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

14.To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

4.Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and

This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

□ List of contents
Principal parts of the machine............................................................................................................................................................................................................	2/3
Accessories.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	4
Fitting the snap-in sewing table.............................................................................................................................................................................................................	5
Connecting machine to power source..................................................................................................................................................................................................	6
Two-step presser foot lifter.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................	7
Attaching the presser foot holder..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	8
Winding the bobbing..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	9
Inserting the bobbin..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	10
Inserting and changing needles..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	11
Threading the upper thread..................................................................................................................................................................................................................	12
Thread tension......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	13
Raising the bobbin thread...................................................................................................................................................................................................................	14
Reverse sewing/Removing the work/Cutting the thread...................................................................................................................................................................	15
Matching needle/fabric/thread..............................................................................................................................................................................................................	16
How to choose your stitch pattern....................................................................................................................................................................................................	17
Function of stitch length dial, Straight/Fine/Triple straight stitch.................................................................................................................................................	18
Zig zag and the function of the stitch length dial...............................................................................................................................................................................	19
Blind hem and zig zag blind hem.........................................................................................................................................................................................................	20
Shell hem and use of the optional hemmerfoot...............................................................................................................................................................................	21
Overedge/slant overedge/slant stretch overedge stitches.............................................................................................................................................................	22
Sewing on buttons.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	23
Sewing 4-step buttonholes..................................................................................................................................................................................................................	24
Zippers and piping................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	25
Sewing with the optional cording foot.............................................................................................................................................................................................	26
Multi-stitch zig-zag.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	27
Darning....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	28
Free motion darning..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................	29
Honeycomb.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	30
Additional stitches..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	31/32
Satin stitch and applique....................................................................................................................................................................................................................	33
Quilting.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	34
Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	35
Changing the bulb....... ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	36
Trouble shooting guide........................................................................................................................................................................................................................	37

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□Principal parts of the machine

1.Horizontal spool pin

2.Thread tension dial

3.Thread take-up lever

4.Presserfoot

5.Needle plate

6.Removable sewing table/accessory storage

7.Bobbin winder

8.Stitch length dial

9.Pattern indicator window

10.Reverse sewing lever

11.Presser foot pressure adjustment

12.Thread cutter

□ Principal parts of the machine

□ Accessories

standard accessories	Optional accessories
a. All purpose foot	(These 6 accessories are not
b. Zipper foot	supplied with this machine; they
c. Buttonhole foot	are however available as special
d. Button sewing foot	accessories from your local
e. L-screwdriver	dealer.)
f. Seam ripper/brush	m. Satin stitch foot
g. Oil bottle	n. Overcasting foot
h. Pack of needles	o. Hemmerfoot
i. Bobbin (3x)	p. Blind hem foot
j. Seam guide	q. Cording foot
k. Darning plate	r. Darning foot
L. Spool holder

Standard accessories
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□ Fitting the snap-in sewing table

Keep the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and push it in the direction of the arrow (1).

The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be utilized as an accessory box.

To open, use the finger-hole notch to gently pull open (2).

□ Connecting machine to power source

Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated (1). This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with an appropriate polarized outlet (2).

Attention:

Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.

Foot control

The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed (3).

Use only the Matsushita, Model 4C-316B foot controller with this sewing machine

Sewing light

Press main switch (4) for power and light on.

□ Two-step presser foot lifter

VVhen sewing several layers of thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a high rise position for easy positioning of the fabric (A).

Use caution when sewing several layers. Work slowly.

□ Adjusting presser foot pressure

The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no particular readjustment according to the type of fabric (light or heavy weight).

However, if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the pressure adjusting screw with a coin or the L-screwdriver. For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counterclockwise, and for heavy fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.

□ Attaching the presser foot holder

Raise the presser foot bar with the presser foot lifter (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated (1).

Attaching the presser foot

Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the notch (c) is directly above the pin (d).

Raise the lever (e).

Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will engage automatically (2).

Removing the presser foot

Raise the presser foot.

Raise the lever (e) and the foot disengages (3).

Attaching the seam guide

Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems, pleats, etc. (4).

Attention:

Turn power switch to "ofT when carrying out any of the above operations!

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□ Winding the bobbin

Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). For smaller spools of thread place spool holder with small side next to spool (2).

Snap thread into thread guide (3).

Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs

(4).

Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (5). Push bobbin to right (6).

Hold thread end (7). Step on foot control pedal (8). Cut thread (9). Press bobbin to left (10) and remove.

Please Note: When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to the left (sewing position).

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□ Inserting the bobbin

When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised.

Open the hinged cover (1).

Pull the hinged latch to release the bobbin case from the bobbin shuttle (4).

Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow) (2).

Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger (3). Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch (4).

Insert it into the shuttle (5).

Attention:

Turn power switch to “off.

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