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Instruction Manual
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Singer 5040 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
Contents
For European territories Important safety instructions Getting to know your machine
Principal parts Accessories
Inserting a zipper Zig-zag stitching Needle position selector Stitch width selector Adjusting stitch length Pattern groups selection Flexi-stitch patterns Balancing flexi-stitches Pattern stitching Removing and replacing pattern module 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
Dear Customer,
DANGER
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this machine, basic safety pre­cautions should always be followed including the following:
Read all instructions before using this machine.
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, fire, 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.
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WARNING continued...
• 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.
• 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 floor. 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.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
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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.
Machines for Great Britain:
Machines for Great Britain and some other countries having similar wiring standards are shipped from the factory without a plug for connection to the mains. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: neutral (N) Brown: live (L) As the colours of the wires in the mains lead
of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Neither core is to be connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.
• 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.
The wire, which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire, which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with letter L or coloured red. If a 13 Amp. (BS 1363) plug is used, a 3 Amp. fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of plug is used, a 5 Amp. fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adapter or at the distribution board.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Servicing should be performed
by an authorized service representative.
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. Top cover lid
5. Thread guide
6. Bobbin winder tension disc
7. Snap-in thread guide
8. Take up lever
9. Face plate
10. Needle thread tension dial
16. Thread guides
17. Push button reverse
18. Stitch length dial/four-step buttonhole
19. Stitch width lever
20. Pattern selector dial
21. Needle position selector
22. Stitch balance control
23. Presser foot lifter
24. Thread cutter
25. Feed system
26. Slide plate
11. Accessory storage
12. Snap on presser foot
13. Needle plate
14. Removable extension table
15. One-way needle clamp
27. Foot control
28. Electrical lead
29. Machine plug
30. Power and light switch
31. 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. Interchangeable pattern module.
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 zig-zag stitching.
4. Buttonhole presser foot (L) is used with the General Purpose Needle Plate to make four-step buttonholes
5. Zipper foot (E) is used for inserting zip­pers 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 not turn.
7. Small thread spool holder (Q) for use with small diameter spools of thread.
8. Needlepack 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.
11. Blindstitch hem presser foot is used to
position the hem for blindstitch hemming.
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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.
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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 "O" 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 presser foot.
• Open slide plate.
• Lift up needle plate from right corner 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.
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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 footscrew with the use of a coin.
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.
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Changing snap-on presser feet
(B), (D), (J), (L)
• Raise needle to its highest position by turn­ing hand wheel toward you.
• Raise presser foot using presser foot lifter at back of machine.
• Push toe 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 litter, 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 Polyester 100% Polyester
• Mercerized Size 40
• "Heavy Duty"
Needles
Thread Size
2020
2020
2020
2020
11/80
14 /90
16/100
18/110
Knits
• Not recommended on stretch fabrics.
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Single Knits Double Knit Jersey Tricot
Cotton-wrapped Polyester 100% Polyester Nylon
Ball-Point 2045 Size 11/80, 14/100,
16/110
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