Singer 4830, 4832 User Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Table of contents
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Important safety instructions
Getting to know your machine
Principal parts
Accessories
Connecting the machine
Running the machine
Choosing and changing the needle
Changing the needle plate
Changing screw-on presser feet
Attaching the bed Cover
Changing snap-on presser feet
Fabric thread and needle table
Inserting a bobbin
Winding a bobbin
Threading the machine
Raising the bobbin thread
Adjusting thread tension
Sewing a seam
Starting a seam
Straight stitching
Stitch width selector
Needle position Selector
Stitch length selector
Reverse stitch button and sewing
In reverse
Darning
Inserting a zipper
Zig-Zag Stitching
Needle position selector
Stitch width Selector
Adjusting stitch length
Pattern groups selection
Flexi-stitch patterns
Balancing flexi-stitches
Decorative stitch patterns
Flexi-stitch patterns
Attaching a button
Free-arm sewing
Removing the extension table
Four-step buttonhole
Twin needle sewing
Additional accessories/Accessory storage
Caring for your machine
Removing and replacing bobbin case
Cleaning the machine
Lubricating the machine
Changing the light bulb
Performance checklist
Congratulations
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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 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.
Dear Customer,
We recommend that for future reference you
record the Serial Number of Your Sewing
Machine in the space provided.
Refer to illustration for location of Serial
Number on your machine
A Trademark d The Singer Company
Copyright (c) 1993 Singer Sewing Machine Company
All rights reserved throughout the world.
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For European Territories:
This product is suppressed for radio and television interference with the international
Electrotechnical Commission requirements of
the CISPR.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine basic safety precautions should always be followed including
the following:
• Read all instructions before using this
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 relamping. 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. tire, electric
shock or injury to persons:
• Be sure that the electrical voltage of the
socket 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 Operator's Guide
• Use only attachments recommended by the
manufacturer as contained In the
Operator's Guide
• 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 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
Operator's Guide.
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WARNING continued...
• Do not attempt to adjust the motor belt.
Contact Your nearest Service Center
should any adjustment be required.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Handle the foot controller with care and
avoid dropping it on the door. Be sure not
to place anything on top of it.
• Always use the proper throat 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.
• Never operate the machine if it has a
damaged cord or plug, If it Is not working
properly, If it has been dropped or damage; 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.
• Do not use outdoors
• Do not operate where aerosol aerosol
(spray) products are being or oxygen is
administered .
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It
may deflect the needle causing It to break.
• Before removing the bobbin case, remove
plug from the socket outlet.
• For double insulated machines. when servicing use only identical replacement parts
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when the machine
Is used by or near children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Servicing should be performed by an
authorized service representatives.
This product is intended for
household use.
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Getting to know your machine
Principal parts
1. Hand wheel
2. Bobbin winder
3. Horizontal spool pin and holder
4. Thread guide
5. Bobbin winder tension disc
6. Snap-in thread guide
7. Take up lever
8. Face plate
9. Needle thread tension dial
10. Accessory storage
11. Snap on presser foot
12. Needle plate
13. Removable extension table
14. One-way needle clamp
15. Thread guides
16. Push button reverse
17. Stitch length dial/four-step buttonhole
18. Stitch width lever
19. Pattern selector dial
20. Needle position selector
21. Stitch balance control
22. Presser foot lifter
23. Thread cutter
24. Feed system
26 Slide plate
26. Foot control
27. Electrical lead
28. Machine plug
29. Power and light switch
30. Bobbin winding Indent
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Accessories
The following accessories furnished with your
sewing machine are designed to simplify your
sewing projects and increase the versatility of
your machine.
The letter in a circle adjacent to the Illustrated
part is reproduced on the part itself to help
you select the correct attachment for the type
of work you are doing.
1. Blindstitch hem presser foot is used to
position the hem for blindstitch hemming.
2. Special purpose presser foot (J) is used
for decorative and zig-zag sewing.
3. General purpose needle plate (A) and
presser foot (B) are on your machine
when delivered. Use together for alternating between straight and zigzag stitching.
4. Buttonhole presser foot (1) is used with
the General Purpose Needle Plate to
make four-step buttonholes.
5. Zipper foot (E) is used for inserting zipper
and stitching corded seams.
6. Friction free spool holder is used to hold
various size spools and allows thread to
unwind smoothly. The spool does no t turn.
7. Small thread spool hold (Q) for use with
small diameter spools of thread.
8. Needle pack includes an assortment for
sewing various types of fabrics.
9. Feed cover (F) is used to prevent the
feed from moving the fabric when darning
or free motion embroidery.
10. Transparent bobbins for easy viewing of
thread supply.
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Connecting the machine
Push plug into the receptacle (1) at the right
end of the machine. Then connect plug (2) to
your socket outlet.
Running the machine
To turn on machine and sewing light, press
upper portion of power switch. To turn off
machine and light, press lower portion "D" of
power switch.
To run the machine and control speed, press
the foot control with your foot. The harder you
press, the faster the machine will sew. To
stop machine, remove foot from control.
Note: Do not operate machine without fabric
under the presser foot as this may
damage the feed and the presser foot.
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Choosing and changing needles
• Raise needle to its highest position.
• Loosen needle clamp screw and remove
needle.
• With flat side of needle to the back, insert
new needle up into clamp as far as it will
go.
• Tighten needle clamp screw securely.
Changing the needle plate (A), (C)
• Raise needle and presses foot.
• Open slide plate.
• Lift up needle plate from right comer and
slide out from under foot.
• To replace needle plate slide it under pin
(1) and push it firmly to the left.
• Press down until it snaps into place
Changing screw-on presser feet (H)
• Raise needle and presser foot.
• Loosen presser foot screw (1) and remove
presser foot with shank (2), guiding it
toward you and to the right.
• To replace presser foot with shank, hook
shank around the presser bar and tighten
presser foot screw with the use of a coin.
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Attaching the feed cover (F)
The feed cover is used to keep the feed from
moving the fabric when attaching a button,
darning or sewing free motion embroidery. To
attach it, follow the directions below:
• Raise needle and presser foot.
• Open slide plate.
• Slide feed cover on top of needle plate,
pressing tabs (1) and (2) into holes.
• Close slide plate.
• To remove open slide plate and lift front
edge of cover; pull it away.
Changing snap-on presser feet
(B),(D),(J),(L)
• Raise needle to its highest position by turn-
ing hand wheel toward you.
• Raise presser foot using presser foot lifter
at back of machine.
• Push to of presser foot (1) up, until it snaps
off the shank (2).
• Remove foot from machine.
• Place new foot under centre of shank.
• Lower presser foot lifter, fitting shank over
presser foot pin (3).
• Don't turn screw. Instead, push presser foot
screw (4) down, firmly until foot snaps into
place.
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Fabric, thread and needle table
The needle and thread you choose will depend upon the fabric being sewn, the table below is
a practical guide to needle and thread selection. Always refer to it before beginning a sewing
project. Be sure to use the same size and type of thread in both needle and bobbin.
The fabrics below can be of any fiber cotton, linen, silk, wool,
synthetic rayon, blends. They are listed as examples of weight.
Light
Weight
Medium
Weight
Medium
Heavy
Fabrics
Batiste
Chiffon
Crepe
Organza
Voile
Corduroy
Flannel
Gabardine
Gingham
Linen
Muslin
Wool Crepe
Canvas
Coating
Denim
Duck
Sailcloth
Upholstery
Thread
Cotton-wrapped Polyester Core
100% Polyester (Extra Fine)
• Mercerized Size 50 Nylon
Cotton-wrapped
Polyester
100% Polyester
• Mercerized Size 50 Nylon
Cotton wrapped Polyester100%
Polyester
• Mercerized Size 40
• "Heavy Duty"
Type
2020
2020
2020
2020
Needles
Size
11/80
14/90
16/100
18/110
Knits
Single Knits
Double Knit
Jersey
Tricot
Cotton-wrapped Polyester
100% Polyester
Nylon
• Not recommended on stretch fabrics.
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Ball-Point 2045
Size 11/80, 14/100, 16/110
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Inserting a bobbin
• Raise presser foot.
• Turn hand wheel toward you until needle is
in its highest position.
• Open slide plate and remove empty bob-
bin.
1. Pull 4" (10 cm) of thread from replacement
bobbin and insert bobbin into case as
shown.
2. Holding bobbin in place guide thread into
notch (1) and then down the slot to the left
and guide around into notch (2).
3. Draw several inches of thread diagonally
across the bobbin toward the back of the
machine.
4. While holding thread on outside, close the
slide plate allowing thread to extend
through the slot between the slide plate
and needle plate.
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