Singer 256-5 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

  • Model: SINGER 256-5
  • Type: Fully automated sequential buttonholer
  • Compatible to: Electro Mechanical Device No. 257464
  • Machine High Speed: Lock stitching ,Single needle flat bed type
  • Machine has the ability to make straight purl or whip stitch buttonehol

with square barred ends

  • src: Shrits, dresses , pajamas ect structureable fabrics
  • Feed Mechanism – Continuous Cheer Positive Gear Driven
  • Two speed geaser
  • Lubricated rotational hook, mechanical opener
  • Automatic disengaging lever mechanisms of knife
  • Knife length: 3/8 to 3/4 inch (9.52 mm – 19.05 mm)
  • Automatic thread trimming: needle thread is retained and bobbin thread trimmed after stitching
  • Gears stitch for 120 needles dips (i.e. stitch mors), Changeable without Tools
  • Stitching gears with a choice of 60 to 360 stitches are optionally
  • Square barred end or wide barred end with a lenght of 3/8", 1" to buttonholes from 3/8 to 1" can be made

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kind of stitches can the SINGER 256-5 create?

A: With SINGER 256-5 having the ability to commutates straight purl or whip stitch buttonholes the sewing machine stitches that can be square barred ends.

Q: Can one use SINGER 256-5 on various fabric types?

A: Yes, this machine would suit many fabrics including shirts, dresses, pajamas, and numerous more.

Q: What type of mechanism does the machine use for fabric feeding?

A: A positive gear driven continuous feed mechanism is employed by the machine.

Q: Lubrication of the machine is done by…?

A: It has a rotary hook that is lubricated and has a mechanical opener in its structure.

Q: The threads can be cut automatically with the machine?

A: Yes, it has a built in mechanism using an automatic knife to disengage the lever for the purpose of cutting thread.

Q: What is the purpose of stitch adjustment feature on the machine? A: Changing gears for stitch number variation (60 to 360 stitches) is an option, for easy stitch adjustments, the machine is fitted with stitch gears that are interchangeable without any tool.

User Manual

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