Singer 1507 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always 6. Always use the proper needle plate, The wrong plate can be followed, including the following: cause the needle to break.

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. 7. Do not use bent needles.

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

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle,

in.

changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot,

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet and the like.

immediately after using and before cleaning.

10.Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any

type rated 10 watts (110-120V area) or 15 watts (220-240V

other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction

area).

manual.

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

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric

12.Do not use outdoors.

shock, or injury to persons:

13.Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary or where oxygen is being administered.

when this appliance is used by or near children.

14.To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in remove plug from outlet.

this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the

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

manufacturer as contained in this manual.

not the cord.

3. Never operate this appliance 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked.

This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is

required around the sewing machine needle.

16.The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is 75 B(A).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 OR ITS AFFILIATES

List of contents

Principal parts of the machine ..................................................2/3 Zig-zag stitching ........................................................................21

Accessories.................................................................................4 Blind hem/ Lingerie stitch .........................................................22

Installing the snap-in sewing table ..............................................5 Sewing on buttons.....................................................................23

Connecting machine to power source .........................................6 Sew 4-step buttonholes.............................................................24

Changing the bulb .......................................................................7 Zippers and piping.....................................................................25

Two-step presser foot lifter..........................................................8 Mutlti-stitch zig-zag/ Bar tack ....................................................26

Adjusting presser foot pressure...................................................8 Free motion darning, stippling ...................................................27

Attaching the presser foot holder ................................................9 Practical stitches ......................................................................28

Winding the bobbin....................................................................10 Applique and blindstitch applique..............................................29

Inserting the bobbin...................................................................11 Quilting functions.......................................................................30

Inserting and changing needles ................................................12

Threading the upper thread.......................................................13

Automatic needle threader (optional) ........................................14 ...................................................................33

Thread tension ..........................................................................15 ...................................................................34

Raising the bobbin thread .........................................................16 Gathering...................................................................................35

Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread .........17 ...................................................................................36

Matching needle/ fabric/ thread.................................................18

How to choose your pattern ......................................................19 Maintenance..............................................................................38

Straight stitch and needle position ...........................................20 Trouble shooting guide..............................................................39

Mending.....................................................................................31

Stay-stitching.............................................................................32

Blindstitch applique

Traditional pintucks

Couching

Trim attachment stitch function .................................................37

1. Thread tension dial

2. Presser foot pressure adjustment

3. Thread take-up lever

4. Thread cutter

5. Presser foot

6. Needle plate

7. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage

8. Reverse sewing lever

9. Bobbin stopper

10. Stitch length dial

11. Pattern selector dial

12. Automatic threader (optional)

Principal parts of the machine

13. Horizontal spool pin

14. Bobbin winder

15. Handwheel

16. Power and light switch

17. Main plug socket

18. Bobbin thread guide

19. Upper thread guide

20. Face plate

21. Handle

22. Presser foot lever

23. Foot speed control

24. Power cord

Principal parts of the machine

Accessories

Standard accessories (1)

a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver

f. Seam ripper/ brush g. Oil bottle h. Pack of needles

I. Bobbin (3x)

j. Seam guide k. Darning plate

l. Spool holder

Optional accessories (2)

(These 6 accessories are not supplied with this machine; they are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.)

m.Satin stitch foot

n. Overcasting foot o. Hemmer foot p. Blind hem foot q. Cording foot

r. Darning foot

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Installing 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, lift up at the point of the arrow. (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 the 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)

Attention:

Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to power source. Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. The foot control must be used with the appliance by KD-1902 (110-120V area)/ KD-2902 (220-240V area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China)

Sewing light

Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ".

IMPORTANT NOTICE

For appliance with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it 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.

Polarized attachment plug

Conductor intended to be grounded

Changing the bulb

Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket!

Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-120V area) or 15 watts (220-240V area).

- Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1)

- Remove the face plate (B).

- Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). (2)

- Replace the face plate and tighten screw.

Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice.

Two-step presser foot lifter

When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised for easy positioning of the work. (A)

to a high rise position

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 presser adjusting screw with a coin.

For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counter , and for heavy fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.

counterclockwise

Adjusting presser foot pressure

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Raise the presser bar (a). Attach the presser foot shank (b) as

illustrated. (1)

Attaching the presser foot

Lower the presser foot shank (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). (2)

Raise the lever (e). Lower the presser foot shank (b) and the presser foot (f) will

engage automatically.

Removing the presser foot

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

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 off ("O") when carrying out any of the above operations!

Attaching the presser foot holder

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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).

- Wind thread anticlockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (3).

- Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (4).

- Push bobbin to right (5).

- Hold thread end (6).

- Step on foot control pedal (7).

- Cut thread (8).

- Press bobbin to left (9) 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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