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14T968DC
Instruction Book
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14T968DC
This SINGER sewing machine, model 14T968DC,
SINGER is a registered trademark of The Singer Company Limited or its affiliates.
©2008 The Singer Company Limited or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following.
Read all instructions before using the machine.
DANGER -To reduce the risk of electric shock:
* The machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the
electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
* Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with the same type rated 15 watts. Be sure to replace the
face plate which covers the light bulb before operating the machine.
WARNING -To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:
* Be sure that the electrical voltage of the electric outlet (wall receptacle) is the same as the rated voltage of
the motor.
* Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this Instruction Book. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in the Instruction Book.
* To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove plug from outlet.
* Disconnect the power line plug from the socket outlet or switch the machine off when making any adjustments
in the needle area, such as threading needle and loopers, changing needle, changing throat plate or changing
presser foot, etc.
* Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making
any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the Instruction Book.
* Do not attempt to adjust the motor belt. Contact your nearest Service Center should any adjustment be
required.
* Handle the foot controller with care and avoid dropping it on the floor. Be sure not to place anything on top
of the controller.
* Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
* Do not use bent needles.
* When sewing, keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.
* Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needles causing them to break.
* For double insulated machines, when servicing, use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for
Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
* Never operate the 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 the water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or
Service Center for examination, repair, electrical, or mechanical adjustment.
* Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and
foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
* Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
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* Do not use outdoors.
* Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
* Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near
children.
* Do not expose the machine or machine plastic case to sunlight directly. Also, do not keep it in a very warm
or damp place.
* Do not touch the machine, foot controller and power line cord with wet hand, wet cloth or with anything wet.
* Do not connect power line cord to one of the many cords connected to one power outlet with adapters.
* Use machine on flat and stable table.
* Be sure to close the looper cover before operating the machine.
* Keep presser foot and needles away from children's reach.
* Be sure the light bulb has cooled off before changing with a new one.
* Do not dismantle or modify the machine yourself.
* Be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect the power line plug before caring for your machine as
instructed in the Instruction Book.
* The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
* Young childen should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
* Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
* SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS. In a double-insulated product, two systems of
insulation is provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product,
nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires,
extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-
Insulated product is marked with the word "DOUBLE-INSULATION" or "DOUBLE-INSULATED".
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. Selection stitches & Auto tension..............................
2. Handy Reference Chart............................................
3. Accessories..............................................................
4. Needle Information...................................................
5. Principal Parts..........................................................
6. How to Open Looper Cover.....................................
7. Principal Parts Behind Looper Cover.......................
8. Preparation prior to sewing......................................
9. Removal and Replacement of Waste Tray..............
10. Preparation for Threading........................................
*Setting up the thread guide holder............................
*Anti-spill net..............................................................
*Spool cap..................................................................
11. How to Remove and Insert Needles........................
*Needle position.........................................................
*To remove needle(s).................................................
*To insert needle(s)....................................................
12. Threading the Machine...........................................
*Threading diagram...................................................
*Understanding the color code..................................
*To thread the machine correctly...............................
1) Threading the upper looper (Green)...................
2) Threading the lower looper (Red).......................
3) Threading the chain stitch looper (Brown)..........
4) Threading the overedge right needle (Blue).......
5) Threading the chain stitch needle (Orange)........
6) Threading the cover stitch needles.....................
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Threading the cover stitch left needle (Orange)
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Threading the cover stitch middle/chain stitch
needle(Blue).....................................................
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Threading the cover stitch right needle(Green).
13. How to Change Threads / Tie on Method...............
14. How to Adjust the Stitch length...............................
15. How to Adjust the Seam width................................
*Width adjustment by changing needle position........
*Width adjustment with adjustment knob...................
16. How to Adjust the Presser Foot Pressure...............
17. Differential Feed......................................................
*Gathered overedge...................................................
*Stretch overedge......................................................
18. How to Disengage Movable Upper Knife................
19. To Convert upper Looper to Spreader....................
*To use the spreader..................................................
*To disengage to upper looper...................................
20. Standard overedge and Rolled Hem Stitching........
*To sew standard overedge.......................................
*To sew rolled hem....................................................
21. Chaining Off and Test Sewing............................
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22. Settings and Sewing Instructions........................
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1) Double chain stitch...........................................
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2) 2-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock...................
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3) 2-Thread Overedge..........................................
4) 3-Thread Overlock............................................
5) 3-Thread Flatlock..............................................
6) 3-Thread Ultra Stretch Mock Safety Stitch.......
7) 4-thread Ultra Stretch Mock Safely Stitch.........
8) 4-Thread Safety Stitch......................................
9) 5-Thread Safety Stitch......................................
23. How to Sew a Cover Stitch.................................
24. How to Sew a Rolled hem..................................
1) 3-thread standard rolled hem stitching.............
2) 3-thread upper looper thread wrapped
rolled hem stitching...........................................
3) 2-thread standard rolled hem stitching.............
4) 2-thread lower looper thread wrapped
rolled hem stitching...........................................
25. Stitch Variations and Sewing Techniques...........
*Decorative Flatlocking..........................................
*How to sew an overlock blind hem.......................
*How to sew pin tucks...........................................
*Turning square corners........................................
*Pin placement.......................................................
*Securing the thread chain.....................................
*How to reinforce a seam.......................................
*Braiding by chaining off........................................
26. Machine Maintenance.........................................
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*Cleaning the machine...........................................
*Oiling the machine................................................
*How to replace the moveable upper knife............
*How to exchange light bulb...................................
27.Optional Accessories...........................................
*Snap-on type presser foot....................................
*Optional presser feet............................................
1) Elastic foot.......................................................
2) Blind hem foot..................................................
3) Shirring foot......................................................
4) Pearl/Sequin foot.............................................
5) Piping/Cording foot..........................................
6) Taping foot.......................................................
28. Troubleshooting Chart.........................................
29. Relationship between Cloth, Thread and Need..
30. Specification........................................................
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1. SELECTION OF STITCHES & AUTO TENSION
This machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of Auto Tension
Selected, needle positions, threading methods, and the use of convertible right looper/spreader.
Stitch Type Reference
1. Double A 1-needle 2-thread straight stitch is used
Chain Stitch for construction or decorative stitching.
ATD: D
2. Two-thread 1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for
Wrapped Edge
Overlock
ATD: D
ATD: G
3. Two-thread 1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for
Overedge overedging common fabrics. It is also
ATD: E
4. Three-thread 1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for
Overlock
ATD: A
ATD: B
ATD : Auto Tension Dial Selected
Seams also can be sewn at desired
distance from edge of fabric by
disengaging the right looper and movable
knife.
seaming lightweight or stretch fabrics.
It is also ideal for rolled and blind hemming.
A 4 mm and 6 mm overlock seam width
can be obtained by changing the needle
position.
ideal for flatlock (butted or lapped) seams
and blind hemming. A 4 mm and
6 mm overedge seam width can be
obtained by changing the needle position.
overedging and seaming on common
fabrics. A 4mm and 6 mm overlock seam
width can be obtained by changing the
needle position.
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5. Three-thread 1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for
Flatlock butted or lapped seams and ornamental
stitching with decorative thread. Also,
a 4 mm and 6 mm flatlock width can
ATD: F
6. Three-thread 2-needle 3-thread stitch that is ideal for
Ultra-Stretch lightweight, extremely stretchy fabrics
Mock Safety such as tricot and spandex.
Stitch
ATD: G
7.Four-thread Ultra- 2-needle 4-thread stitch that is ideal
Stretch Mock for medium to heavyweight stretchy
Safety Stitch fabrics such as double knits and swim
ATD: A
be obtained by changing the needle
position.
Wear.
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Stitch Type Reference
ATD : Auto Tension Dial Selected
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8. Four-thread
Safety Stitch made up of combined 2-thread
The 4-thread stitch is a safety stitch
overedge and double chainstitch.
ATD : I
9. Five-thread The 5-thread stitch is a safety stitch
Safety Stitch made up of combined 3-thread
Wide overlock and double chainstitch.
ATD : B
10. Five-thread The 5-thread stitch is a safety stitch
Safety Stitch made up of combined 3-thread
Narrow overlock and double chainstitch. 48
ATD : A
11. Cover Stitch 2-needle, 3-thread cover stitch is
Narrow suitable for stretchy fabrics such as
(2.8mm) knits, etc. 51
A wide seam is formed by using left needle.
Overedge and seaming can be done
in one operation on non-stretch fabrics.
A narrow seam is formed by using right
Needle. Overege and seaming can be done
in one operation on non-stretch fabrics.
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ATD : K
12. Cover Stitch 2-needle 3-thread cover stitch is
Wide suitable for stretchy fabrics such as
(5.6mm) knits, etc.
ATD : H
13. Triple Cover 3-needle 4-thread cover stitch is
Stitch suitable for stretchy fabrics such as
(5.6mm) knits, etc.
ATD : J
14. Three-thread 1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for sewing
Rolled Hem narrow rolled hems.
A narrow seam is formed by using left
and middle needles.
A wide seam is formed by using left
and right needles.
A triple seam is formed by using left,
middle, and right needles
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ATD : C
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* Depending on the needle positions used, this machine can sew 2-thread and 3-thread standard width 4 mm
overedge anda6mmwide overedge seams.
Also, for overedging heavyweight fabrics, the seam width can be increased still more by turning the overedge
seam width adjustment knob. (See page )
Overedge width 4.0 mm 6.0 mm
Needle used Overedge right needle Overedge left needle
Needle thread Blue Orange
tension fine tuning
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2. HANDY REFERENCE CHART
Stitch Type
Double Chain Stitch
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Two - Thread
Wrapped Edge
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Overlock
Two - Thread
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Overedge
Three - Thread
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Overlock
Three - Thread
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Flatlock
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T
D
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G
E
E
A
B
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F
SLDFL
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N
N
N
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C
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L
L
L
L
L
L
L
Needle
Position
4.0mm
6.0mm
4.0mm
6.0mm
4.0mm
6.0mm
4.0mm
6.0mm
Correct Threading / Tension Path: When
using the Auto Tension Dial (ATD), the correct
tension is set automatically.
Orange Blue
Green Red Brown
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Three - Thread
Ultra - Stretch mock
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Safety Stitch
four - Thread
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Ultra - Stretch mock
Safety Stitch
Four - Thread
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Safety Stitch
Five - Thread
Safety Stitch
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Wide
Five - Thread
Safety Stitch
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Narrow
Cover stitch
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Narrow
Cover stitch
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Wide
Triple Cover stitch
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Three - Thread
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Rolled Hem
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B
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A
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K
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H
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J
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L
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N
2.8mm
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5.6mm
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5.6mm
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4.0mm
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ATD: Auto Tension Dial Selection SL: Stitch Length
DF: Differential Feed L / C: Upper Looper driving clutch position
*When option 2, 3, 6, 8 selected, use spreader.
*When option 1, 11, 12, 13 selected, turn upper knife down, move seam width finger knob to setting R, and change looper cover
attached cover (A) into (B).
*Auto tension settings are based on medium weight fabric and standard # 60 polyester spun thread. It can satisfy most requirements
for sewing. If using a different thread weight or fabric and the result is not as you expected, please adjust tension in small increments.
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3. ACCESSORIES
Accessories are contained in the accessory case
1. Screw driver (large size)
2. Knife (stationary)
3. Thread Unwinder spool cap
4. Anti-spill net
5. Oiler
6. Allen Screw driver (small)
7. Tweezers
8. Needle set
9. Brush
10. Cone Adapters
11. Waste tray
12. Machine cover
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5 (on machine)
1 in carton
1 in carton
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4. NEEDLE INFORMATION
This overlock uses a flat shank industrial needle
that eliminates the possibility of inserting the needle
backwards.
Do not attempt to use a standard household sewing
machine needle of any size or type in this overlock.
Singer needle #2022 size 14/90 is furnished with the
machine.
Only use Needle #2022 size 14/90 and 11/80 as
supplied in the accessory case.
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#2022
Overlock needle
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5. PRINCIPAL PARTS
1. Thread guides and holder
2. Handle
3. Left needle thread tension fine tuning lever (orange)
4. Right needle thread tension fine tuning lever (blue)
5. Upper looper thread tension fine tuning lever (green)
6. Lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever (red)
7. Chain stitch looper thread tension fine tuning lever (brown)
8. Needle plate
9. Cloth plate
10. Looper cover
11. Power & light switch
12. Stitch length dial
13. Hand wheel
14. Spool stand
15. Cone adaptor
16. Spool pin
17. Waste tray
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PRINCIPAL PARTS
19. Presser bar lifter and tension release
20. Differential feed adjusting dial
21. Cutting width dial
22. Presser foot pressure adjusting dial
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6. HOW TO OPEN LOOPER COVER
Caution:
Be sure to turn off power switch.
Push the cover to the right as far as it will go.
Pull cover down toward you.
Caution:
Be sure looper cover is closed when
sewing.
Note: Machine will not operate when
Looper Cover is open.
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7. PRINCIPAL PARTS BEHIND THE
LOOPER COVER
1. Upper looper
2. Moveable Upper knife
3. Presser foot
4. Fixed position lower knife
5. Lower looper
6. Chain/Cover looper
7. Rolled Hem lever
8. Spreader
9. Upper looper clutch
8. PREPARATION PRIOR TO SEWING
Connect the controller/electric plug to the machine
receptacle.
Plug power line into electric outlet.
Power Switch: Push"l"mark side to turn "ON"
Push "O" mark side to turn "OFF"
To run the machine and control the speed, press
the controller.
The harder you press, the faster the machine will sew.
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To stop the machine from sewing, remove your foot
from the controller.
ON
OFF
WARNING:
Use only foot controller provided with this machine.
(Type 4C-316B for U.S.A. & CANADA only)
Be sure to make reference to "Warning" on following
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POLARIZED PLUG INFORMATION (FOR U.S.A. & CANADA ONLY)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Warning:
* Be sure that the electrical voltage of the electric outlet (wall receptacle) is the same as the rated
voltage of the motor.
* Handle the foot controller with care and avoid dropping it on the floor. Be sure not to place anything
on top of it when not in use.
* Disconnect the power line plug from the electric outlet when changing needles, presser feet
or when leaving the machine unattended. This eliminates the possibility of starting the machine
by accidentally pressing the controller.
9. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF
WASTE TRAY
Replacement
Insert the waste tray under the looper cover.
Be sure the left side of waste tray is mounted near the
cutter where the scraps drop.
Removal
To remove, hold the waste tray as shown and
pull it outward.
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10. PREPARATION FOR THREADING
Setting Up the Thread Guide Holder
Take out the thread guide from the top of
Styrofoam, and insert it as shown on illustration.
This machine is shipped with the thread guide
holder in the lowered position.
Fully extend the thread guide holder.
The two joints on the telescope will click into place
when they are correctly positioned.
Center the thread guides above the spool pins.
Place thread over the cone adapters on the spool
pins.
Note: Your new machine is threaded to sew
Triple Cover Stitch. Refer to Page 30 for
instructions on tying on to the threads.
Anti-spill Net
When using synthetic threads that easily spill off
the cone, slip the anti-spill net furnished with the
machine over the thread from the bottom of the
cone leaving the thread end hanging free at the
top of the anti-spill net as shown on illustration.
Spool Cap
When using a regular thread spool, fit the spool cap
supplied with the machine onto the thread spool as
shown on illustration.
Anti-spill net
Spool cap
Press in
Thread spool
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11. HOW TO REMOVE AND INSERT
NEEDLES
Needle Position
With this machine, five needles can be inserted into
the needle clamp as shown in the drawing but only
one or two or three needles are to be used for sewing.
Do not attempt to use four or five needles.
The Instruction Book refers to different needle
positions by illustrating the needle clamp at right.
Note: When both the left and right overedge needles
are inserted, the left needle will be slightly
higher than the right.
When all cover stitch needles are inserted,the
center needle will be slightly higher than the right
needle and the left needle slightly higher than the
center needle.
Overedge left needle
Overedge right needle
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B
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D
E
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D
E
Cover stitch right needle
Cover stitch middle needle
/ Chain stitch needle
Cover stitch left needle
Right overedge
needle thread
D
Left and right
overedge needle
thread
To Remove Needle (s)
Caution:
Be sure to disconnect the machine from the
electric outlet before removing needle(s).
Turn the hand wheel toward you until the needles are
at their highest position.
Place a thick piece of fabric [such as felt] under the
presser foot. Lower the needles halfway into the
fabric.
Loosen, but do not remove the needle set screws with
the small allen screwdriver. Hold the needles with
your fingers and raise the needle bar. The needles
will remain in the fabric.
A. Overedge needleleft
B. Overedge needleright
C. Cover stitch left needle
D. Cover stitch middle needle
E. Cover stitch right needle
To Insert Needles (s)
Hold the needle with the flat surface to the back.
Insert the needle into the needle socket as far as it
will go.
Left, middle and right cover
stitch needle thread
Chain stitch
needle thread
B
C
D
Flat surface to the rear
B
A
A
B
E
When inserting a needle, if you first lower it down
into the hole in the needle plate it will line up with the
needle socket. Then direct it upwards
Note: When inserting needles into the A or B sockets
it is necessary to loosen both A & B Allen Screws.
After inserting the needles equally tighten both
screws.
This machine uses Singer #2022 needles. Do not
use Standard Household Needles.
To tighten
To loosen
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12. THREADING THE MACHINE
Threading Diagram: Overlock and Safety Stitches
A color coded threading diagram is located inside
the looper cover for quick reference.
Thread the machine in the order 1 to 5 as shown.
Note: Threads go through the take-up lever cover
for Overlock and Chain stitching as shown.
Chain stitch
Overlock
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Tension Color Code: Overlock and Safety Stitch
1. Upper looper thread............................
2. Lower looper thread............................
3. Chain stitch looper thread...................
4. Right needle thread............................
5. Chain stitch needle thread..................
Green
Red
Brown
Blue
Orange
Threading Diagram: Cover Stitch
A color coded threading diagram is located inside
the looper cover for quick reference.
Thread the machine in the order 1 to 4 as shown.
Note: Threads go through take-up lever
cover for Cover stitch as shown.
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Tension Color Code: Cover Stitch
1. Cover stitch looper thread.............
2. Right needle thread.......................
3. Middle needle thread.....................
4. Left needle thread..........................
Brown
Green
Blue
Orange
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To Thread The Machine Correctly
Caution:
Be sure to turn off power switch.
Note: The instructions on this page and the following pages
will guide you through the proper threading for each
color coded threading path.
Before threading, refer to the Handy Reference Chart
for information on Stitch Types, Settings, Needle
Sockets and Color Coded Threading Paths.
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1) Threading the (Green)Upper Looper
Thread the upper looper as indicated 1~9.
Raise Presser foot to release tension discs.
Note: The presser foot is raised by lowering the
Presser bar lifter. The motion allows a clear
path for the fabric when sewing.
Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
guide. Then pull
thread along the right
side of button as
illustrated.
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2
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C
L
While holding thread with fingers, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
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Thread the looper area of the machine following the
green color coded thread guides (4~9).
Thread the hole in the upper looper from front to
back 9. Note: Make sure thread passes behind lower
looper.
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Note: Use tweezers provided in the accessory
case to aid in threading the looper.
Pull about 10cm(4 inches) of thread through the
looper and place to the back of the needle plate.
2) Threading the (Red)Lower Looper
Thread the lower looper as indicated 1~10.
Raise Presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter to
release Tension discs.
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Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
button as illustrated.
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While holding thread with finger, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
Turn the hand wheel toward you until the lower
looper extends out 5~10mm from the needle
plate edge.
Thread the looper area of the machine following
the red color coded thread guides 4~10.
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5
Note: Use tweezers provided in the accessory
case to aid in threading the looper.
Place the thread with the point of the tweezers
slightly from left and to the right of threading guide 4.
Place the thread with the point of the tweezers
slightly from front and to the back of threading guide 5.
Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back.
Pull about 10cm (4 inches) of thread.
Position thread into V cutout (B) on threader.
Firmly hold thread tail with left hand and pull
Threader lever (C) up into place (D).
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3) Threading the (Brown)Chain Stitch/Cover stitch Looper
Thread the chain stitch/cover stitch looper as indicated
1~11.
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2
3
Raise Presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter to
release Tension discs.
Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
2
button as illustrated.
10
11
9
2
5
4
6
7
8
1
While holding thread with fingers, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the tension
discs 3.
3
3
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Turn the hand wheel toward you until the chain stitch
looper extends out 10mm from the needle plate
edge.
Thread the looper area of the machine following
the brown color-coded thread guides 4~11.
Note: Use the tweezers provided in the accessory
case to aid in threading the looper.
Place the thread with the point of the tweezers
through threading guide 4.
Place the thread with the point of the tweezers
through the front slot of threading guide 5.
4
5
9
6
7
8
Thread the looper eye (A) from front to back.
Pull about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through the
looper. Position thread into V cutout (B) on
threader. Firmly hold thread tail with left hand
and pull threader lever (C) up into place (D).
4) Threading the (Blue)Overedge Right Needle
(B on needle clamp)
Thread the right needle as indicated 1~9.
Raise Presser foot
to release Tension discs.
by lowering presser bar lifter
10 11
A
B
1
2
3
6
7
5
8
4
D
C
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Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
1
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
2
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
button as illustrated.
While holding thread with finger, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
3
2
3
Continue to thread points 4~8.
Note: Slip thread into the rear slot on the thread
guide 5 and the slot of take-up lever cover 6.
Then slip thread into the right slot on the thread
guide 7, and into the right slot on the thread
guide 8.
Before threading eye of needle, slip thread behind
thread guide located on the bottom of the needle
clamp.
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7
6
8
9
4
5
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Thread the eye of the right needle 9.
Note: Use of tweezers in the accessory case will
make needle eye threading easy.
The position of the thread must be behind the thread
guide.
Draw about 10cm(4 inches) of thread through
needle eye towards the rear of machine.
Place the thread to the back, under the presser
foot.
5) Threading the (Orange)Chain Stitch Needle
(D on needle clamp)
Thread the left needle as indicated 1~9.
Raise Presser foot
to release Tension discs.
by lowering presser bar lifter
9
1
2
3
6
7
5
4
8
Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
Thread the top cover
Thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
button as illustrated.
9
1
2
2
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While holding thread with fingers, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
3
Continue to thread points 4~8.
Note: Slip thread into the middle slot of the thread
guide 5 and into the slot of take-up
lever cover 6.
Then continue by slipping thread into the
middle slot of the thread guides 7 and 8.
Note: For 4 thread overlock left needle: Use needle
A.
Before threading eye of needle, slip thread behind
thread guide located on the bottom of the needle
clamp.
3
7
6
8
9
4
5
Note: For chain stitch :Use needle D.
Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread
is located on the bottom ofin front of thread guide
the needle clamp.
Thread the eye of the left needle 9.
Note: Use of tweezers in the accessory case will
make needle eye threading easy.
The position of the thread must be behind the
the thread guide.
Draw about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through
needle eye to hang free.
Place the thread to the back, under the presser
foot.
9
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6) Threading the Cover Stitch Needles
(1) Threading the Cover Stitch Left Needle
(Orange) (C on needle clamp)
Thread the cover stitch left / chain stitch needle as
indicated 1~9.
Raise Presser foot
to release Tension discs.
Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
by lowering presser bar lifter
1
2
3
6
7
5
8
9
1
4
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
2
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
button as illustrated.
While holding thread with finger, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
3
2
3
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Continue to thread points 4~8.
Note: Slide thread into front slot on thread
guide 5 and slot of take-up lever
cover 6. Then slip thread into left slots
of thread guides 7 and 8.
7
6
Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread
is located on the bottomin front of thread guide
of the needle clamp.
Thread the eye of the left needle 9.
Note: Use of tweezers in the accessory case
will make needle eye threading easy.
Draw about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through
needle eye to hang free.
Place the thread to the back, under the presser
foot.
8
9
4
5
9
(2) Threading the Cover Stitch Middle / Chain Stitch
Needle(Blue) (D on needle clamp)
Thread the cover stitch middle / chain stitch
needle as indicated 1~9.
Raise the Presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter
to release Tension discs.
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1
2
3
6
7
5
8
9
4
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Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
1
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the left
until it slips under guide.
Then pull thread along the
2
right side of button as
illustrated.
While holding thread with fingers, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
3
2
3
Continue to thread points 4~8.
Note: Slip thread into the middle slot of the thread
guide 5 and into the slot of take-up
lever cover 6.
Then continue by slipping thread into the
middle slot of the thread guides 7 and 8.
Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread is
in front of thread guide located on the bottom of the
needle clamp for Cover stitch and for Chain stitch.
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7
6
8
9
4
5
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Thread the eye of the middle needle 9.
Note: Use of tweezers in the accessory case will
make needle eye threading easy.
Draw about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through
needle eye towards the back of the machine.
Place the thread to the back, under the presser
foot.
(3) Threading the Cover Stitch Right Needle
(Green) (E on needle clamp)
Thread the cover stitch right needle as indicated
1-9.
Raise Presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter to
release Tension discs.
9
1
2
3
6
7
5
8
9
4
Pass thread from back to the front through the
thread guide 1.
Thread the top cover
thread guide by pulling
the thread towards the
left until it slips under
guide. Then pull thread
along the right side of
2
button as illustrated.
1
2
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While holding thread with fingers, pass it between
the tension discs and pull thread down to make
certain it is properly located in between the
tension discs 3.
3
Continue to thread points 4~8.
3
Note: Slip thread into the rear slot on thread
guides 5. Slip the thread into the slot
of the Take-up Lever Cover 6. Slip the thread
into the right slots for thread guides 7 and 8.
Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread is
in front of thread guide located on the bottom of the
needle clamp for Cover stitch.
Thread the eye of the right needle 9.
Note: Use of tweezers in the accessory case will
make needle eye threading easy.
Draw about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through
needle eye towards the rear of the machine.
Place the thread to the back under the presser
foot.
7
6
8
9
9
4
5
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13. HOW TO CHANGE THREADS: TIE ON
METHOD
To change thread type or color, clip thread near the
spool.
Place new thread on stand.
Tie new thread and old thread ends together with a
square knot. Clip thread tails to 2~3cm (1 inch)
length. If clipped too short, threads may come
untied.
Firmly pull both thread to test knot security.
Raise Presser foot
to release Tension discs.
Pull the threads through the machine one at a time.
If threads do not pull easily, check for tangles on
thread guides or looping under thread stand.
When pulling thread through the needles, STOP
when the knot is in front of the needle.
Cut the thread, and insert it through the needle.
by lowering presser bar lifter
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14. HOW TO ADJUST THE STITCH
LENGTH
The stitch length dial should be set on the N
setting for most sewing conditions.
Adjust the stitch length to N~ 4 when sewing
heavy weight fabrics.
Adjust the stitch length to 2~N when sewing
lightweight fabrics to obtain excellent seams
without puckering.
15. HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAM
WIDTH
Overedge seam width can be achieved by
repositioning the needle position and also with the
width adjustment knob.
4
3
N
2
Width Adjustment by Changing Needle Position
Overedge seam width can be adjusted by changing
the needle position.
a) When using left needle.................................6 mm
(15/64 inch)
b) When only right needle is used....................4 mm
(10/64 inch)
c) When using chain stitch needle.................8.8 mm
(11/32 inch)
Width Adjustment with Adjustment Knob
Use of width adjustment knob will permit further
adjustment within the width range shown below.
a) When using left needle...............................5~7mm
(13/64 ~ 17/64 inch)
b) When only right needle is used............3.0 ~ 5.0 mm
(1/8 ~ 3/16 inch)
c) When using chain stitch needle............7.8 ~ 9.8 mm
(5/16 ~ 3/8 inch)
6.0 mm
(15/64")
Left needle
5mm
(13/64")
7mm
(17/64")
4.0 mm
Right needle
3mm
(1/8")
5mm
(3/16")
8.8 mm
(11/32")(10/64")
7.8 mm
(5/16")
9.8 mm
(3/8")
Chain stitch
needle
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Left needle
Right needle
Chain stitch
needle
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Width adjustment knob
As shown on the illustration, turn the dial
counter clockwise to increase width of cutting, and
clockwise to decrease width of cutting.
5.5
N
6.5
16. HOW TO ADJUST THE PRESSER
FOOT PRESSURE
The presser foot pressure of this machine is
pre-adjusted at the factory to suit the sewing of
medium weight fabrics.
Most of the materials do not require adjustment of
presser foot pressure. However, there are some
instances where adjustment is necessary, such as
when sewing lightweight and heavyweight fabrics.
In such case, N for normal, 1 for the lightest pressure,
and 5 for the heaviest.
For lightweight fabric...Decrease the pressure
For heavyweight fabric...Increase the pressure
5
4
N
2
1
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17. DIFFERENTIAL FEED
Differential feed is a system which "stretches" or
"gathers" the fabric, when the amount of feed of front
feed dogs in relation to the rear feed dogs is changed.
The differential feed ratio ranges from 1:0.6~1:2.0.
Adjustment is made by means of the differential feed
adjusting dial pictured at right.
2.0
1.5
N
Use of differential feed is very effective in overedging
stretch fabrics and fabrics cut on the bias.
Setting "N" is differential feed adjusting dial
setting for ratio 1:1.
Gathered Overedge
Gathered overedge is most suited for shirring
sleeves, yokes, front and back bodices, skirt hems,
etc. in stretch fabrics such as knits and jersey before
assembling into garment.
0.8
0.6
To set the differential feed adjusting dial for gathering
Set differential feed adjusting dial below
setting "N". Setting of adjusting dial
depends on material being sewn as well as the
amount of desired gather. Therefore, set dial to suit the
fabric and test sew before sewing your garment.
Note: For normal overedge stitching, set differential
feed adjusting dial to graduation "N".
2.0
1.5
N
0.8
0.6
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Stretch Overedge
Stretch overedge is ideal for sewing decorative
collars, sleeves, skirt hems, etc. on loosely knit and
woven fabrics.
To set the differential feed adjusting dial for stretch
Set differential feed adjusting lever knob above
setting "N".
2.0
1.5
N
0.8
0.6
To sew a seam, apply gentle tension to the fabric
by holding the seam lightly in front and back of the
presser foot.
Note: *if amount of "stretch" is not correctly set in
relation to the fabric being sewn, the fabric
is apt to shift away from the needle
resulting in improperly sewn overedge
seam. In such case, reset differential feed
adjusting dial closer to the center mark.
*Be sure to reset the differential feed
adjusting dial to graduation "N" for
normal overedge stitching.
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18. HOW TO DISENGAGE MOVABLE
UPPER KNIFE
Caution:
Be sure to turn off power switch.
To place movable knife in nonworking position
Open looper cover (page 12).
Pull the movable knife holder to the right as far as
it will go.
Turn the holder toward counter clockwise until the
knife clicks into a lock position.
To place movable knife in working position
1
2
Open looper cover.
Pull the movable knife holder to the right as far as
it will go.
Turn the holder clockwise until the knife clicks into the
working position
Caution:
Always close looper cover before operating
machine.
1
2
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19. TO CONVERT UPPER LOOPER TO
SPREADER
Caution:
Be sure to turn off power switch.
When not threading the upper looper, the spreader
must be engaged into the upper looper eye.
To Use the Spreader
To engage the spread , raise the white handle on the
spreader to insert the tip into theereye of upper looper.
When using the upper looper, the spread must beer
disengaged.
To Disengage to Upper Looper
To disengage the spreader, lower the white handle on
the spreader.
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20. STANDARD OVEREDGE AND ROLLED
HEM STITCHING
To Sew Standard Overedge
Set seam width finger knob to N to move seam
width finger to standard overedge sewing position.
Note: Be sure to push seam width finger knob as
far as it will go in the direction of setting N.
N
R
To Sew Rolled Hem
Set seam width finger knob to R to retract the seam
width finger and set it for rolled hem.
Note: Be sure to push seam width finger knob as far
as it will go in the direction of setting R.
N
R
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21. CHAINING OFF AND TEST
SEWING
Note: The following instructions do not apply to cover
stitch. For instructions on cover stitch, see
page 49 "How to Sew a Cover Stitch."
When the machine is completely threaded, bring all
of the threads across the needle plate and slightly to
the left under the presser foot.
Hold the threads and apply a slight tension.
Turn the hand wheel toward you 2 or 3 complete
turns to start the thread chain.
Lower presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter.
Continue holding the chain and press on the foot
controller until the chain is 5~7.5 cm (2~3 inches)
in length.
Place fabric under the front of the presser foot and
sew a test sample.
Note: Do not pull on the fabric while sewing as this
may deflect the needle, causing it to break.
At the end of the sample, continue to run the
machine with the presser foot down until the chain
reaches 15 ~20 cm (6~8 inches) in length.
Note: In case it is difficult to chain off when
chain stitching, pull the fabric lightly
backward.
Cut thread.
Note: Anytime you have rethreaded the machine
always chain off and sew a text sample to
test tensions and make adjustments as
necessary.
Information
A mark to indicate the needle location is provided
on the presser foot fitted on this machine. Use
this mark as a guide when sewing.
Mark Mark
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22. SETTINGS AND SEWING
ATD:D
1) Double Chain stitch
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
* Stitch length for double chain stitch should be
set at over 2mm.
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to D andas shown on illustration
test sew on a sample of your fabric.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
DRIVING CULTCH POSITION
Needle thread
Topside
R
2~4
C
Chain stitch
looper thread
Underside
How to Balance
When the chain stitch needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (blue)
toward a higher position.
-Or, move the chain stitch looper thread tension fine tuning
lever (brown) toward a lower position.
Fabric
Medium weight
Needle thread
Topside
Tension Dial
RedBlue GreenOrange Brown
Chain stitch
looper thread
Underside
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How to Sew
The double chain stitch is sewn with 2 threads, one
needle and one looper. Normally, the machine trims
the fabric edge while the seam is being sewn.
However, a chain stitch seam can be placed at a
desired distance from edge of fabric by putting the
knife in a nonworking position, disengaging the upper
looper and installing the chain stitch seam guide plate
Caution:
Be sure to turn off the power switch.
a) Move knife into nonworking position
See page 35 for instructions on placing upper
knife in nonworking position.
b) Disengage upper looper
Turn handwheel till driving shaft is at its most right
position, otherwise danger may occur.
Push clutch button to the left and up for cover stitch
/ chain stitch or to the left and down for overlock.
c) To re-engage upper looper
Turn handwheel till driving shaft is at its most right
position, otherwise danger may occur.
Push clutch button to the left and up for cover stitch
/ chain stitch or to the left and down for overlock.
d) To install the seam guide plate
Knife cover
3
Seam guide plate
(A)
(B)
1
2
4
Open the looper cover
Remove knife cover and install seam guide
plate.
The graduations on seam guide plate indicate
the distance from chain stitch needle. Use
this as a guide when checking the distance
between cover stitch left needle and fabric edge.
e) Start and end of sewing
When starting to sew, pull the thread chain
lightly to the rear of machine until the needle
penetrates the fabric.
When starting to sew after threading the
machine, sew2~3cmonascrap fabric and
chain-off to make a chain.
At end of sewing, pull the fabric lightly to the
rear of machine and chain-off.
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Chain stitch
needle
25mm
(1")
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1
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2) 2-thread Wrapped Edge Overlock
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to D or G as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
2~4
SPREADER USE
Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Underside
ATD:D
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Tension Dial
Blue Green Brown
Spreader
Red
ATD:G
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange Blue Red Brown
Tension Dial
Green
Spreader
N
How to Balance
When the lower looper thread tension is too tight or
needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a lower position.
-Or, move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a higher position.
When the lower looper thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a higher position.
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Topside
Underside
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Topside
Underside
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3) 2-thread Overedge
ATD:E
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
* See page 36 for instructions on converting
upper looper to spreader.
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to E as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Lower looper thread
Topside
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Blue Red Brown
N
2~4
USE
Needle thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green
Spreader
How to Balance
When the lower looper thread lies on the underside
of the fabric;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a higher position.
-Or, move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a lower position.
When the needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a higher position.
-Or, move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning
lever (red) toward a lower position.
Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Needle thread
Underside
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4) 3-thread Overlock
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to A or B as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Upper looper thread
Needle thread
Topside
Underside
ATD:A
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Blue Red Brown
ATD:B
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Blue
N
2~4
N/A
Lower looper thread
Tension Dial
Green
Tension Dial
Green BrownRed
How to Balance
When the upper looper thread lies on the underside
of the fabric;
- the upper looper thread tensionMove fine tuning lever
to a higher .(green) position
- Or, the lower looper thread tensionmove fine tuning lever
(red) positionto a lower .
When the lower looper thread appears on the top of
the fabric;
- the lower looper thread tension (red)Move fine tuning lever
toward a higher .position
-Or, the upper looper thread tensionmove fine tuning lever
(green) positionto a lower .
When the needle thread is too loose, the needlemove
tension (orange or blue) to a higher .fine tuning lever position
Upper looper thread
Needle thread
Topside
Upper looper thread
Needle thread
Topside
Upper looper thread
Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
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5) 3-thread Flatlock
ATD:F
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to F as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Fabric
Medium weight
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Orange
Blue Red Brown
Blue Red Brown
N
2~4
N/A
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green
Tension Dial
Green
How to Balance
When the lower looper thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension lever (red)fine tuning
toward positiona higher .
- Or, the needle thread tension (orangemove fine tuning lever
or blue) positiontoward a lower .
When the upper looper thread tension is too loose;
- the upper looper thread tensionMove fine tuning lever
(green) positiontoward a higher .
- Or, the needle thread tension (orangemove fine tuning lever
or blue) positiontoward a lower .
When the needle thread tension is too loose;
- the needle thread tension (orangeMove fine tuning lever
or blue) positiontoward a higher .
-Or, the upper looper thread tensionmove fine tuning lever
(green) positiontoward a lower .
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Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
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6) 3-thread Ultra Stretch Mock Safety Stitch
ATD:G
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to G as shown on illustration and
test sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB N
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER USE
Right Needdle thread
Left Needle thread
Topside
Fabric
Medium weight
Orange
Right Needdle thread
Lower looper thread
Tension Dial
Blue Green
Spreader
Underside
Red
2~4
Brown
When the lower looper thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension lever (red)fine tuning
toward a higher .position
When the left needle thread tension is too loose;
- the left needle thread tension (orange)Move fine tuning lever
toward a higher .position
When the right needle thread tension is too loose;
- the needle thread tension (blue)Move fine tuning lever
toward a higher .position
Left Needle thread
Topside
Left Needle thread
Topside
Right Needdle thread
Left Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Right Needdle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
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7) 4-thread Ultra Stretch Mock Safety Stitch
ATD:A
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to A as shown on illustration and test
sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the upper looper thread lies on the underside of
the fabric;
-Move the upper looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(green) toward a higher position.
- Or, move lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) to a lower position.
When the lower looper thread appears on the top of
the fabric;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a higher position.
- Or, move the upper looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(green) toward a lower position.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB N
STITCH LENGTH 2~4
SPREADER
Upper looper thread
Right Needle thread
Left needle thread
Topside
Fabric
Medium weight
Right Needle thread
Left needle thread
Topside
Right Needle thread
Left needle thread
Orange Blue Green
Upper looper thread
Topside
Upper looper thread
Upper looper thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Red
N/A
Brown
When the left needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (orange)
toward a higher position.
When the right needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the right needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(blue) toward a higher position.
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Right Needle thread
Left needle thread
Topside
Upper looper thread
Right Needle thread
Left needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
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8) 4-thread Safety Stitch
ATD:I
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to I as shown on illustration and test
sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB N
STITCH LENGTH 2~4
SPREADER
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch Needle thread
Topside
Fabric
Orange Blue Green
Medium weight
Lower looper thread
Overedge Needle thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Spreader
Overedge Needle thread
Red
USE
Brown
When the lower looper thread appears on the top of
the fabric;
-Move the lower looper thread tension lever
(red) to
a higher position.
- Or, the upper looper thread tension
move fine tuning
(green)
lever toward a lower position.
fine tuning
When the right needle thread is too loose;
- the right needle thread tension
Move fine tuning lever
(blue)
toward a higher position.
When the chain stitch needle thread tension is too loose;
- the chain stitch needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(orange) toward a higher .
- Or, the chain stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
Chain stitch Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch Needle thread
Topside
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Overedge Needle thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Overedge Needle thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
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9) 5-thread Safety Stitch
ATD:B
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to B as shown on illustration and test
sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the upper looper thread lies on the underside of
the fabric;
-Move the upper looper thread tension lever
(green)
to a higher position.
-Or, lower looper thread tension
move fine tuning lever
(red) to a
lower position.
fine tuning
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Upper looper thread
Overedge Needle thread
Topside
Chain stitch needle thread
Fabric
Medium weight
Overedge Needle thread
Chain stitch needle thread
Orange
Upper looper thread
Topside
Upper looper thread
Blue
2~4
N/A
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green
Chain stitch looper thread
Red Brown
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
N
When the lower looper thread appears on the top of
the fabric;
- the lower looper thread tension
Move fine tuning lever
(red) toward a
- Or, the upper looper thread tension
move fine tuning
(green)
lever toward a lower position.
higher position.
When the left needle thread tension is too loose;
- the left needle thread tension
Move fine tuning lever
(blue)
toward a higher position.
When the chain stitch needle thread tension is too loose;
- the chain stitch needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(orange) toward a higher .
- Or, the chain stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
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Overedge Needle thread
Topside
Chain stitch needle thread
Upper looper thread
Overedge Needle thread
Topside
Chain stitch needle thread
Upper looper thread
Overedge Needle thread
Topside
Chain stitch needle thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Chain stitch looper thread
Underside
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23. HOW TO SEW A COVER STITCH
This machine can produce a 3-thread 5.6 mm wide
bottom cover stitch.
The cover stitch can be used for covering, binding
or top-stitching necklines and for hemming the
bottom, of T-shirts and sweat suits, etc. in addition
to flat joining seams (plain seaming).
The cover stitch is most suitable for stretchy fabrics such
as knit.
It also can be used in woven fabrics
such as denim, but careful attention must be paid to
the tension settings or there is the possibility of thread
breakage and or skipping.
If you experience skipping or thread breakage sewing
denim change needles first and then adjust the
tensions little by little (1/4 number at a time).
Machine Set up
Caution:
Be sure to turn off the power switch.
Open looper cover. (See page 12)
Disengage upper looper. (See page 40)
Place the movable upper knife in the non working
position. (See page 35)
Set seam width finger knob on "R" side. (See page 37)
Set C/L clutch (see page 40).
Remove overedge right needle (B) and overedge
left needle (A).
For Triple 5.6mm cover stitch, install cover stitch right
needle (E), cover stitch middle needle (D) and cover
stitch left needle (C). (See pages 25 ~ 29)
Pass thread through needles (E), (D) and (C) and
thread cover stitch looper [brown] (See pages 20 ~ 21)
Install seam guide plate. (See page 40)
The graduations on seam guide plate indicate the
distance from cover stitch middle needle. Use it as a
guide when positioning fabric edge.
Close looper cover.
C
Cover stitch
middle needle
(D)
B
D
A
E
234265
1
25mm
()
1"
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Additional Information About Cover Stitch
Start and end of sewing
Note: Follow the instructions given below when sewing
cover stitches because chaining-off at the end of
sewing is not possible.
At start of sewing
Raise presser foot by lowering the presser bar lifter.
Place material under presser foot behind the needle.
Lower presser foot .by raising the presser bar lifter
Note: When you start to sew from the middle of
the fabric, place the fabric at the desired
starting point of sewing.
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2-Thread Cover Stitch Suggested Tension Settings
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
* Stitch length for cover stitch should be set at
over N (2.5 mm).
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to K as shown on illustrationor H and
test sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the cover stitch looper thread is too loose;
-Move the cover stitch looper thread tension lever
(brown)
toward a higher position.
fine tuning
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
DRIVING CLUTCH POSITION
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
ATD:K
Cover stitch
looper Thread
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Orange
Blue Red
ATD:H
Cover stitch
looper Thread
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Orange Blue RedGreen Brown
Cover stitch right needle thread
Tension Dial
Green
Tension Dial
R
N~4
C
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
Brown
Cover stitch
looper thread
When the cover stitch left needle thread tension is too
loose;
- the cover stitch left needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(orange) toward a higher .
-Or, cover stitch looper thread tension
move fine tuning lever
(brown)
toward a lower position.
When the cover stitch right needle thread tension is too
loose;
- the cover stitch right needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(blue) or (orange) toward a higher .
- Or, the cover stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
When the top surface of fabric bulges between needle
threads and the seams on the underside of the fabric
becomes tight;
- the cover stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Topside
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch right needle thread
Underside
Underside
Underside
Underside
Cover stitch
looper thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
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3-Thread Cover Stitch Suggested Tension Settings
ATD:J
Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
* Stitch length for cover stitch should be set at
over N (2.5 mm).
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to J as shown on illustration and test
sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the cover stitch looper thread is too loose;
-Move the cover stitch looper thread tension lever
(brown)
toward a higher position.
When the cover stitch left needle thread tension is too
loose;
- the cover stitch left needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(orange) toward a higher .
-Or, cover stitch looper thread tension
move fine tuning lever
(brown)
toward a lower position.
fine tuning
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
DRIVING CLUTCH POSTION
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch
looper Thread
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch right needle thread
Orange
Blue
Cover stitch
middle needle thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green
Red
Cover stitch
middle needle thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
Cover stitch
middle needle thread
R
N~4
C
Brown
When the cover stitch middle needle thread tension is
too loose;
- the cover stitch middle needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(blue) toward a higher .
-Or, cover stitch looper thread tension
move fine tuning lever
(brown)
toward a lower position.
When the cover stitch right needle thread tension is too
loose;
- the cover stitch right needle thread tensionMove fine tuning
lever position(green) toward a higher .
-Or, the cover stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
When the top surface of fabric bulges between needle
threads and the seams on the underside of the fabric
becomes tight;
- the cover stitch looper thread tensionmove fine tuning
lever position(brown) toward a lower .
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Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch right needle thread
Cover stitch
Left needle thread
Topside
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
Cover stitch
middle needle thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
Cover stitch
middle needle thread
Cover stitch
looper thread
Underside
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Securing the seam end
Since the seams formed by cover stitch unravel when the
looper thread is pulled out at the end of sewing, secure the
seam end in the following manner.
When sewing through to the edge of fabric, among
the threads coming out of the fabric edge, knot the
needle threads (2 or 3 threads) together first, as shown
on the illustration. Then, tie these threads with the
looper threads.
When sewing is stopped halfway, pull out the needle
threads (2 or 3 threads) on the underside of the fabric and
knot the threads in the same manner as described
above.
Cut extra threads.
Note: Normally, the seams at the start of sewing do
not unravel, but it is safe to secure the seam
end following the same steps as described
when sewing through to the edge of fabric.
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24. HOW TO SEW A ROLLED HEM
This machine can sew four types of rolled hems.
Rolled hemming is done by rolling and overedging
the fabric edge.
Light weight fabrics such as lawn, voile, organdy,
crepe, etc. perform the best.
Rolled hemming is not suited for heavy or stiff
fabrics.
NOTE: Rolled hemming can only be performed
with the overedge right needle.
Machine Set up
Caution:
Be sure to turn off power switch.
Remove the overedge left needle, chain stitch
needle and cover stitch needle(s).
Move seam width finger knob to setting R.
Align left face of seam width finger support plate
with R mark on needle plate by turning seam width
adjustment knob, as required.
Set stitch length dial to "1~2" and a fine seam
will be sewn.
Needle: Singer Cat. No. 2022 #14/90 or 2022 #11/80
Thread: A variety of thread combinations can be
used for rolled hemming.
R
N
2
1
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Note: For a beautiful rolled hem thread the upper looper
with wooly nylon and the needle and lower looper
with lightweight regular thread.
1) 3-thread Standard Rolled Hem Stitching
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB R
STITCH LENGTH
1~2
DRIVING CLUTCH POSITION
Upper looper thread
L
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to A as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
2) 3-thread Upper Looper Thread Wrapped
Rolled Hem Stitching
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to C as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
Topside
ATD:A
Light Weight
fabric
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Needle thread
Orange Blue
Lower looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green Red Brown
Lower looper thread
Underside
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ATD:C
Light Weight
fabric
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Orange
Needle thread
Tension Dial
Blue
Green Red Brown
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Note: For a beautiful rolled hem thread the lower looper
with wooly nylon and the needle with lightweight
regular thread.
Convert upper looper to spreader. (See page 36)
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB R
STITCH LENGTH
1~2
SPREADER USE
3) 2-thread Standard Rolled Hem Stitching
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to E as shown on illustration and
test sew on a sample of your fabric.
4) 2-thread Lower Thread Wrapped
Rolled Hem Stitching
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to D as shown on illustration and
test sew on a sample of your fabric.
Topside
ATD:E
Light Weight
fabric
Woolly nylon
Lower looper thread
Orange Blue
Needle thread
Needle thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green Red Brown
Spreader
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Topside
ATD:D
Light Weight
fabric
Polyester
Woolly nylon
Orange Blue
Lower looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Green Red Brown
Spreader
Spreader
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Additional Information About Rolled Hemming
Hold the thread chain when you begin sewing to
keep it from curling into the seam.
Place a slight tension on the material in the sewing
direction and a finer seam finish can be obtained.
The minimum overedge stitch width that can be
obtained for rolled hemming is approximately
1.5 mm (1/16 inch) since the cutting width cannot
be set below 3.5 mm (9/64 inch).
To Secure the Rolled Hem Thread Chain
Apply a small drop of liquid seam sealant to the
end of the seam. Allow to dry, then cut the chain
close to the stitches.
Note: Test the liquid seam sealant for color
fastness before use.
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25. STITCH VARIATIONS AND
SEWING TECHNIQUES
How to Sew a Flatlock Decorative Seam
A flatlock stitch is achieved by adjusting the tension
of the 2-thread or 3-thread overlock stitch, sewing the seam,
and then pulling the fabric apart to flatten the seam.
The flatlock stitch can be used as a construction and
decorative stitch or for ornamentation only.
1) Machine Set Up
Use either overedge right needle or overedge left needle.
Begin with the machine threaded and tension ATD-E
balanced for the 2-thread overedge (page 42) or
3-thread flatlock stitch ATD-F (page 44).
2) Flatlocking a Seam
Place the fabric wrong sides together to sew a decorative
stitch on the right side of the garment.
Sew the seam, trimming the excess fabric.
The needle thread (orange or blue) will formaVonthe
underside of the fabric.
The lower looper thread will pull into a straight line at the
fabric edge.
Pull on opposite sides of the seam to pull the stitches flat.
Needle thread
Upper looper thread
Topside
Needle thread
Lower looper thread
Underside
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(3) Decorative Flatlocking
Place the movable upper knife in the nonworking
position (page 35). The fabric is not trimmed on
this stitch.
Fold fabric wrong sides together.
Position the fabric so the seam is sewn with part
of the stitch extending off the fabric.
Pull on opposite sides of the stitch to flatten.
1
2
(4) Additional Information About Flatlocking
The tensions must be correctly fine tuned for the
fabric to pull flat.
The upper looper thread is the prominent thread
in the flatlock stitch. Place a decorative thread
in the upper looper and inconspicuous threads
in the lower looper and needle.
For a ladder stitch, sew seam with right sides
together. The needle thread will be the prominent
thread that creates the ladder (A).
A
Underside
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How to Sew an Overlock Blind Hem
The excess fabric is trimmed and the hem is sewn and the
raw edges are overlocked in one operation.
The overlock blind hem is best suited for sewing knit wear.
It provides a durable finish that is almost invisible.
Use overedge right needle and adjust machine for a narrow
3-thread overlock stitch. (See page 43)
Note: The three-thread flatlock stitch can also be used.
(See page 44)
Set the stitch length dial at 4
Fold the hem to the wrong side of the fabric, then back to
the right side with 6 mm (1/4 inch) beyond the fold.
Stitch on the extended hem edge, allowing the machine
needle to barely catch the edge of the fold.
Note: An optional blindstitch foot is available.
(See page 68)
4
How to Sew Pin Tucks
Sew decorative pin tucks on the fabric before cutting
out the garment.
Use overedge right needle and adjust machine for a
narrow 3-thread overlock stitch. (See page 43)
Note: The rolled hemstitch can also be used for this
technique.
Place the movable upper knife in the nonworking
position. (See page 35)
Mark the fabric with the desired number of pin tucks
using a water-soluble fabric marker
1
2
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Fold the fabric with the wrong sides together and sew.
Press the pin tucks in the same direction.
Turning Square Corners
(1) Outside Corner
Cut out approximately 2cm (51/64 inch) from the corner,
in line with the overedge seam edge.
Sew one stitch beyond point (A) and stop.
Raise needle and presser foot.
Pull the fabric to the rear of the machine just enough
to release the thread caught on the finger of the needle
plate.
Note: Presser foot has been removed to show detail.
Turn the fabric and lower the presser foot so that the
knife is positioned in line with the cut edge.
Pull slack threads up, then start to sew.
Cutting line
A
2cm
2cm
Cutting line
A
Knife
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Cutting line
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(2) Inside Corner
Cut inside corner up to seam line as shown
Sew along seam line.
Sew up to end of fold. (Leave needle in fabric)
Raise presser foot. (Leave needle in fabric)
Spread fold and re-fold so that seam line is straight.
Pin Placement
Insert pins to the left of the presser foot. The pins
will be easy to remove and are away from the cutting
action of the knives.
Seam line
Cut
Needle position
Seam line
Caution:
Sewing over pins will damage and /or destroy
the cutting edge of the knives.
Securing the Thread Chain
Thread a large eye, hand sewing needle (such as a
tapestry needle) with the thread chain.
Insert the needle into the end of the seam to secure
thread.
Note: To secure a rolled hem thread chain, see
page 57.
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How to Reinforce a Seam
Inserting twill tape while overedge sewing will
stabilize the seam.
Insert the tape through the hole in the front of the
foot.
Position the tape under the foot to the back of the
machine and sew the garment seam.
The tape is attached as the seam is sewn.
Braiding by Chaining off
Place the movable upper knife in nonworking
position.
Insert filler cord such as yarn or twill type through
the hole in the front of the foot.
Position the filler cord under the foot and chain off
the desired length.
Chained off braids can be used individually or woven
into 3 or 4 ply braids.
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26. MACHINE MAINTENANCE
An overlock machine requires more maintenance than a
conventional machine for two reasons:
1) A lot of lint is produced due to the cutting action
of the knives.
2) An overlock runs at a very high speed and needs
to be oiled frequently to lubricate the internal
working parts.
Cleaning the Machine
Danger:
Before cleaning your machine, disconnect
power line plug from the wall receptacle.
Clean the lint from the looper and knife area often
with a dry lint brush.
Oiling the Machine
Danger:
Before lubricating your machine, disconnect
power line plug from the wall receptacle.
The oiling points shown in the diagram, should be
oiled periodically.
Note: Use only sewing machine oil. Do not use any
other oil or damage could result.
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A
B
C
D
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How to Replace the KnifeMoveable Upper
Danger:
Before replacing the knife,mov able uppere
disconnect power line plug from the wall
receptacle.
a
The mov able upper knife should be changed when
it becomes dull.
The mov able upper knife can be replaced accordinge
to the directions provided, however if there are any
difficulties experienced, consult your Singer
representative to make the replacement.
Be sure that the power line plug is disconnected
from the electric source.
Open the looper cover and set the mov able upper
knife (a) in the working position.
Loosen the mov able upper knife set screw (b) and
remove the mov able upper knife (a).
Turn the hand wheel to lower the mov able upper knife
holder to its lowest position.
In this position, put a new mov able upper knife in thee
groove of the mov able upper knife holder, making suree
that the edge of the mov able upper knife is approximatelye
0.5 to 1.0 mm below the surface of the fixed cutting
blade (d).
Tighten mov able upper knife set screw (b).e
e
e
e
e
e
b
c
0.5~1mm
d
b
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How to Exchange Light Bulb
Danger:
Always unplug before re-lamping.
Light bulb is available at your Singer shop. Take
old bulb to the Singer shop and ask for the same bulb.
If voltage indicated on the electrical rating plate of
your machine is 120V, ask for light bulb conforming
to following specification.
- Bayonet type: 110~120V, 15W
Glass shape: T-20
Lamp cap: E12
Overall length: 48mm
Remove light cover screw and while pushing the
cover lightly to the rear, swing cover to the left and
remove from machine as shown in the illustration.
Turn bulb to the left to remove. To replace the bulb,
push bulb into the socket and turn to the right.
Caution:
Be sure the light bulb has cooled off before
changing with a new one.
Light cover screw
Warning:
Replace the light cover first before connecting
the power line plug.
If voltage indicated on the electrical rating plate of
your machine is 220-240V, ask for light bulb
conforming to following specification.
-Edison type (screw type): 220 ~240V, 15W
Glass shape: T-22
Lamp cap: E14
Overall length: 56mm
Remove light cover screw and while pushing the
cover lightly to the rear, swing cover to the left and
remove from machine as shown in the illustration.
Turn bulb to the left to remove. To replace the bulb,
screw bulb into the socket and turn to the right.
Replace Remove
Replace Remove
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27. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following optional presser feet specially
prepared for this machine are available at
extra-charge.
Note: Do not use presser foot made for other
machines. Use of such presser foot may
result in interference with the needle and knife
and can be hazardous.
The snap-on type presser foot of this machine
permits easy removal and replacement.
Caution:
Be sure to disconnect the power line plug or
turn off the power switch when changing the
presser foot.
Snap-On Type Presser Foot
Removal
Raise presser foot by lowering presser bar lifter and
raise needle bar to ist highest position.
A
C
Press red colored lever (A) located on back of clamp
under the presser foot shank, raise presser bar lifter
to its High Lift position by pressing down on the presser
bar lifter and while holding the presser bar lifter in this
position, remove the presser foot plate.
Replacement
Place presser foot on needle plate under presser foot
shank so that hinge pin (C) will fit in slot (B) of the shank.
Then lower presser foot by raising presser bar lifter.
If presser foot can not be placed under presser foot
shank easily, raise presser bar by pressing down on
the presser bar lifter to its High Lift position and while
holding it in this position, place presser foot plate under
presser foot shank. Then lower presser by raising
presser bar lifter.
Raise presser bar lifter and make sure the presser
foot is properly attached to the presser foot shank.
B
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Optional Presser Feet
1) Elastic Foot
This foot is used for attaching elastic tape to the
garment and the amount of contraction of the
elastic tape can be adjusted as required.
2) Blind Hem Foot
This foot is for sewing cuffs on knit fabrics, skirt
and trouser seams where seam should not be
visible.
3) Shirring Foot
This foot is most suited for gathering when sewing
tiered skirts, yokes, cuffs and frills on skirts, etc.
This foot is also suited for sewing two fabrics together
and gathering the bottom fabric in one operation.
4) Pearl/Sequin Foot
This foot is used for sewing on beads, etc.
5) Piping/ Cording Foot
This sewing foot is suited for sewing welting between
two plies of fabric.
6) Taping Foot
This sewing foot is suited for sewing on tapes, etc.
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28. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SolutionProblem Page
Fabric does not feed well - Lengthen stitch length.
- Increase presser foot pressure for heavy weight fabric.
- Decrease presser foot pressure for lightweight fabric.
Needle breaks - Insert needle correctly.
- Do not pull fabric while sewing.
- Tighten needle set screw.
- Use a larger needle on heavy fabrics.
Thread breaks - Check threading.
- Check for tangled or caught thread.
- Insert needle correctly.
- Insert new needle, current needle may be bent or have a blunt
Point.
- Use only high quality thread.
- Loosen thread tension.
Stitch skip - Insert new needles, current needles may be bent or have a blunt
point. Use only Singer Branded Style 2022 Needles
- Tighten needle set screw.
- Insert needles correctly.
- Change type or size of needles.
- Check threading.
- Increase presser foot pressure.
- Use a high quality thread.
31
32
32
15
38
15
15
16~29
30
15
9
70
34~49
9
15
15
15
16~29
32
70
Irregular stitches - Fine tune thread tension.
- Check for tangled or caught thread.
- Check threading.
Fabric puckers - Loosen thread tension.
- Check for tangled or caught thread.
- Use high quality lightweight thread.
- Shorten stitch length.
- Decrease presser foot pressure for lightweight fabrics.
Irregular trimming - Check alignment of knives.
- Replace one or both knives.
Fabric jams - Close looper cover before sewing.
- Check for tangled or caught thread.
- Compress thick layers of fabric with conventional machine before
sewing with overlock.
Machine does not operate - Connect machine to power source.
69
39~49
30
16~29
39~52
30
70
31
32
65
65
12
30
12
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29. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CLOTH, THREAD AND NEEDLE
Type of Fabric Type of Thread
WOVEN
Lightweight
Cotton: #100
Lawn, Organdy, Voile,
Crepe, etc.
Medium Weight
Muslin, Seersucker, Satin,
Gabardine, Broadcloth, etc
Heavy Weight
Oxford, Denim, Tweed,
Serge,Corduroy Spun:#60 ~ #80
Silk/ Rayon: #100
Spun: #80 ~ #90
Polyester: #80 ~ #100
Cotton: #60 ~ #80
Silk/ Rayon: #50
Spun: #60 ~ #80
Polyester: #60 ~ #80
Cotton: #40 ~ #60
Silk/ Rayon: #40 ~ #60
Polyester: #50 ~ #80
Needle
Singer Cat. #2022
#11/80
#14/90, #11/80
#14/90
KNIT
Tricot
Jersey
Wool (woven, knit)
Spun: #80 ~ #90
Polyester: #60 ~ #80
Spun: #60 ~ #80
Polyester: #60 ~ #80
Cotton: #60 ~ #80
Spun: #60 ~ #80
Polyester: #50 ~ #60
Woolly nylon
Woolly Polyester
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#11/80
#14/90, #11/80
#14/90, #11/80
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30. SPECIFICATION
Item
Sewing speed
Stitch length (feed amount)
Differential feed ratio
Overedge stitch width
Cover stitch needle gauge
Needle bar stroke
Pressure foot rise
Needle
Number of threads
Machine dimensions (mm)
Width
Depth
Height
Specification
1,300 spm maximum
1~4 mm (standard: rolled hemming 1-2, ordinary overedge N=2.5)
1:0.6 ~ 1:2 (with differential feed machine)
Rolled hemming 1.5 mm, ordinary overedge 3.0 ~ 9.8 mm
(Standard 4 mm)
Two needles: 2.8 mm (narrow), 5.6 mm (wide)
Triple needles: 5.6 mm
27 mm
4.5 mm
Singer #2022 (EL x 705) #14, #11
2~5
360
290
300
Weight (kg)
9.0 kgs
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Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating
to electrical /electronic products. If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance.
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