SINGER 6510 User Manual

6510

SINGER

Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when

plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet

immediately after using and before cleaning.

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same

type rated 10 watts.

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire,

electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is

necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the

manufacturer as contained in this manual.

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.

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

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.

6. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can

cause the needle to break.

7. Do not use bent needles.

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the

needle causing it to break.

9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presserfoot, and the like.

10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction

manual.

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

12. Do not use outdoors.

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

used or where oxygen is being administered).

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

remove plug from outlet.

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

not the cord.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

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 wiil 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 aiways 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

Aii rights reserved throughout the worid.

Please note: This Instruction Book covers the operation of muitipie modeis of sewing machines and the use

of optional accessories. The manufacturer has made every effort to cleariy define the differences between the different models and to define when an accessory is an optionai extra. Piease read carefuliy to determine which instructions appiy to your particular model machine. For a dear definition of your sewing machine piease see pages 19 and 20.

□ List of contents

Principal parts of the machine...........................................................2/3

Accessories

Installing the snap-in sewing table.......................................................5

Connecting machine to power source

Changing the bulb..................................................................................7

Two-step presser foot lifter/ Adjusting presser foot pressure

Attaching the presser foot holder.........................................................9

Winding the bobbin............................................................................. 10

Inserting the bobbin

Inserting and changing needle

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

Automatic needle threader

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

Raising the bobbin thread...................................................................16

Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread

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

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Overlock stitches (For model- 3 dials)

Sewing on buttons (For model- 2 dials)..............................................28

Sewing on buttons (For model- 3 dials)..............................................29

How to sew buttonholes (4-step buttonholes)

Left and right side balance for buttonhole.........................................31

Zippers and piping

Sewing with the optional Hemmerfoot................................................33

Multi-stitch zig-zag................................................................................34

Straight stretch stitch (For model- 2 dials).........................................35

Straight stretch stitch and Ric Rac stitch (For model- 3 dials)

Honeycomb stitch.................................................................................37

Sewing with the optional cording foot............................................38

Free motion darning..............................................................................39

Practical stitches...................................................................................40

Darning................................................................................................. 41

Attaching lace....................................................................................... 42

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How to choose your pattern (For model- 2 dials)............................. 19

How to choose your pattern (For model- 3 dials)..............................20

Straight stitching and needle position (For model- 2 dials) Straight stitching and needle position (For model- 3 dials) Zigzag stitching (For model- 2 dials) Zigzag stitching (For model- 3 dials)

Blind hem/ lingerie stitch.....................................................................25

Overiock stitches (For model- 2 dials)

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Applique................................................................................................. 43

Monogramming and embroidering with embroidery hoop*

Quilting...................................................................................................45

Gathering................................................................................................46

The evenfeed foot optional accessory

Maintenance.......................................................................................... 48

Trouble shooting guide.........................................................................49

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□ Principal parts of the machine

1. Horizontal spool pin

2. Handle

3. Presser foot pressure adjustment

4. Tension dial

5. Thread take-up lever

6. Reverse lever

7. Face plate

8. Thread cutting

9. Presser foot

10. Feed System

11. Needle plate

12. Bobbin cover plate

13. Sewing table and accessory box

14. Bobbin winder

15. Stitch length dial

16. Stitch width dial (For model- 3 dials)*

17. Pattern indicator window

18. One step buttonhole lever (optional on some models)

19. Automatic threader (optional on some models)

*Note: If your machine does not have a stitch width dial, it

will be referred to as "model- 2 dials" throughout this instruction book.

□ Principal parts of the machine

20. Hole for second spool pin

21. Balance wheel

22. Selector dial

23. Main switch

24. Main plug socket

25. Buttonhole stitch balance adjustment slot

26. Upper thread guide

27. Presser foot lifter

28. One-way needle clamp

29. Drop feed control

30. Foot Speed Control

31. Power cord

□ Accessories

standard accessories

a. All purpose foot

b. Zipper foot

c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. Blind hem foot

f. Seam ripper/ brush

g. Seam guide

h. Pack of needles

i. Spool holder j. Bobbin (3x) k. L-screwdriver

Optional accessories

(These 9 accessories are not supplied with this machine; they are however available as special accessories from your local dealer.)

l. Second spool pin

m. Satin stitch foot

n. Overcasting foot

o. Hemmer foot

p. Cording foot q. Darning/ Embroidery foot

r. Quilting foot

s. Gathering foot

t. Evenfeed foot

Standard accessories

a b

006905008 006909008 ^

Optional accessories available at extra cost

006914008

006016008

006916008 006917008

006173008

□ Installing the snap-in sewing tabie

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

Foot control 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 appliance must be used with the foot controller 4C-316B

(110-120V area) / 4C-126G or 4C-326G (230V area) / 4C-

316C or 4C-326C (220-240V area) manufactured by

MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.

Sewing light

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a

polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Polarized attachment plug

□ Changing the bulb

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

- Loosen screw "A" as illustrated.

- Remove the cover "B".

- Unscrew the bulb and fit new one "C".

- Replace the cover 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 a second stage for easy positioning of the work.

(A)

□ Adjusting presser foot pressure

The presser foot pressure of the machine has ben 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 clockwise, and for heavy fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.

□ Attaching the presser foot holder

Raise the presser foot clamp "a". (1) Attach the presser foot

holder "b" as illustrated.

Attaching the presser foot

Lower the presser foot holder "b" until the cut-out "c" is directly

above the pin "d". (2)

Raise the lever "e" Lower the presser foot holder "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!

qtions!

□ 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).

- Snap thread into thread guide (3).

- Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (4).

- Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (5).

- Push bobbin to right (6).

- Hold thread end (7). Step on foot control pedal (8).

- Cut thread (9). Press bobbin to left (10) 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).

□ Inserting the bobbin

When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle

must be fully raised.

1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread

running counterclockwise direction (arrow).

2. Pull the thread through the slit (A).

3-Draw the thread clockwise until it slips into the notch

(B).

4.Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread and attach

the bobbin cover plate. (C)

Attention:

Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or

removing the bobbin.

□ Inserting and changing needle

Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results always use SINGER Brand Needles.

Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions.

A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after

inserting the new needle. (1)

B. The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back.

C/D. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.

Attention:

Turn power switch to off ("O").

Needles must be in perfect condition. (2)

Problems can occur with:

A. Bent needles

B. Blunt needles C. Damaged points

□ Threading the upper thread

This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out

correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result.

- Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2) Note: For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before threading.

- Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the holder with the thread coming off the spool as shown. For small thread spools, place small side of spool holder next to spool. (3)

- Draw thread from spool through the upper thread guide. (4)

- Guide thread around thread guide (5) pulling thread through pre-tension spring as illustrated.

- Thread tension module by leading thread down right

channel and up left channel (6). During this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide (4).

- At the top of this movement pass thread from right to left through the slotted eye of the take-up lever and then

downwards again. (7)

- Pass thread behind the flat, horizontal thread guide. (8)

- Now take thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide

and then down to the needle which should be threaded

from front to back. Pull about 6-8 inches of thread to the

rear beyond the needle eye. (9)

Note:

If your sewing machine is equipped with the factory installed optional automatic needle threader, instructions for use can be found on page 14.

□ Automatic needle threader

- Raise the needle to its highest position

- Press lever "A" right down

- The threader automatically swings to the threading position

"B"

- Take the thread round the hook "C"

- Take the thread in front of the needle round the hook "D" from

bottom to top

- Release lever "A"

- Pull the thread through the needle eye.

Attention:

Turn power switch to off ("O")!

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