SINGER 9210 User Manual

9210

CAUTION!

POLARIZED PLUG FOR NORTH AMERICAN TERRITORIES

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other). 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 to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

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 changing light bulb. Replace bulb with the same type rated 12
volts, 5 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 ("O") 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 nee
dle, changing needle plate or changing presser foot, etc.

■ Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricat

ing, 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 needle 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.

■ Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. This 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 Singer replacement

parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-insulated Appliances.

■ 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 water. Return the ma
chine to the nearest authorized dealer or Service Center for examination, repair, elec
trical, or mechanical adjustment.

I 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 losse
cloth.

I Never drop or Insert any object into any opening.
I Do not use outdoors.
I Do not operate where aeroslo (spray) products are being used or where oxygen Is be

ing administered.

I Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is

used by or near children.

¡SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS. In a double-insulated product, two

systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is pro

vided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to
the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Re
placement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the
product. A double-insulated product' is marked with the words "DOUBLE
INSULATION" or "DOUBLE-INSULATED".

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
This product is intended for household use.
FOR EUROPEAN AND SIMILAR TERRITORIES:
This puoduct Is suppressed for radio and television interference with the international
Electrotechnical Commission requirements of the CISPR.
Machine for Great Britain and some other countries having similar wiring standards

are shipped from the factory with 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:
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 con
nected to the terminal which is marked with the 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 adaptor or at the distribution
board. Neither cord is to b^ connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

TABLE OF CONTENT

PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................. 1

PRINCIPAL PARTS................................................................................................2

STANDARD ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH MACHINE
CONNECTING AND RUNNING MACHINE

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3

4

WINDING BOBBIN.................................................................................................5

THREADING MACHINE......................................................................................... 6

INSERTING WOUND BOBBIN..............................................................................7

RAISING BOBBIN THREAD..................................................................................7

SELECTING A PATTERN..................................................................................... 8

STRAIGHT STITCH................................................................................................8

STITCHING IN REVERSE..................................................................................... 8

KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT............................................................................... 8

ADJUSTING NEEDLE POSITION

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9

TURNING SQUARE CORNERS........................................................................... 9

USING SEAM GUIDE............................................................................................. 9

RECOMMENDED SETTINGS AND APPLICATIONS..........................................10

ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION.........................................................................12

ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH.............................................................................. 12

ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH............................................................................12

BALANCING A PATTERN.................................................................................... 12

FREE ARM SEWING............................................................................................12

CHANGING PRESSER FEET...............................................................................13

ATTACHING FEED COVER.................................................................................13

BLINDSTITCHING................................................................................................14

OVEREDGING AND SEAMING............................................................................ 14

SEWING BUTTONHOLES....................................................................................15

ADJUSTING BUTTONHOLE BALANCE

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16

SEWING ON A BUTTON......................................................................................16

DARNING..............................................................................................................17

FREE MOTION EMBROIDERY............................................................................17

CHANGING NEEDLE...........................................................................................18

FABRIC, THEREAD AND NEEDLE TABLE........................................................18

INSERTING A ZIPPER.........................................................................................19

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT INCLUDED
REMOVING AND REPLACING BOBBIN CASE
REMOVING AND REPLACING LIGHT BULB

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20

21

CLEANING MACHINE..........................................................................................21

Dear Customer:
We recommend that for future reference you record the Serial
Number of your Sewing Machine in the space provided.

Refer to illustration
at right for location
of Serial Number on
your machine.

Model No.

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 coachine
when considered necessary.

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A trademark of The Singer Company

Serial No.

Serial No.

SINGER CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE IN THE U.S.A. TOLL-FREE
NUMBER:1-800-877-7762

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Bobbin Winder Thread Guide Stitch Width Lever

Needle Position Selector
Balance Lever

Bobbin Winder

Reverse Lever

Thread Cutter
Sewing Light

Accessory Box

Needle

Presser Foot

Needle Plate

Bobbin

Bobbin Case

Slide Plate

Stitch Length lever

Hand Wheel

Presser foot lifter

Pattern Selector Dial

Power and Light Switch

. Speed Controller

Model no.: 979583-003

STANDARD ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH MACHINE

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(A)
General purpose needle plate
(on machine)
#312777

(B)
General purpose presser foot

(on machine)
#313150

(E)
Zipper foot

#171480

(K)
Blindstitch presser foot

#381491

(J)

special purpose presser foot
#171463

(L)
Buttonhole presser foot

#313992

Spool cap
(on machine)
#179967

Lint brush
#546358

Needle pack

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(F)
Feed cover

#313117

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(Q)

Small spool cap
#507664

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Bobbins

(1 in machine)
#172336
Class 66 Drop-in

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CONNECTING- RUNNING-

Push speed controller tube (1) and
electrical power cord (2) into receptacle

(4).

Plug power cord (3) into electric outlet.

INSTRUCTION SYMBOLS

To simplify understanding, the following
symbols are used throughout the operator’s
manual.

Turn power off.

Power on - press "I" side of switch

Power off - press "O" side.

Press speed controller

Use hand wheel to
raise needle.

Press sepped controller When not using machine, rewind
to run machine. air hose around speed controller

for storage, as shown.

Note:

Lower presser foot.

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Raise presser foot.

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Push indent on hand
wheel.

For best sewing
performance use
proper spool cap.

Place thread and cap onto spool
pin.

Snap thread into thread guide.

Wind thread around bobbin

winder thread guide.

Push bobbin to the right.

Hold thread end.

Step on speed controller.

Thread bobbin and
place on spindle.

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Slide spool cap firmly over the rim of the spool to prevent thread tangling.

Push bobbin to the left.

Cut thread.

Press side opposite indent.

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Place thread and cap onto spool Snap thread into Thread guide. following arrows, guide thread
pin.

down to needle.

INSERTING WOUND BOBBIN

RAISING BOBBIN THREAD

Open slide plate.

Insert bobbin into bobbin case.

Guide thread into notch (1)
and then into notch (2).

Hold needle thread.

Turn hand wheel towards you
lowering, then raising needle.

Gently pull needle thread to raise
bobbin thread.

Open loop.

Hold thread and close slide
plate.

Pull both threads back.

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SE LE CT IN A PATTERN

Preparation: Refer to "Recommended settings and applications" on page 10.

Place fabric under presser foot

and lower foot.

At end of seam.

Cut thread.

Remove fabric.

STITCHING IN REVERS

Secure beginning and end of seam as shown.

Press reverse lever for steps 1
and 3.

Begin sewing.

Guide fabric.

KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT

Line up fabric with guideline (1).

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ADJUSTING NEEDLE POSITIO

Note: needle position only works with straight stitch pattern. (----------------).

Center needle position.

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Caution: Sew only in center needle position when using straight stitch foot and needle plat

TURNING SQUARE CORNERS

When bottom of fabric
reaches crosslines (2), stop
stitching.

Lower needle into fabric.

JL J. J.

Left needle position.
Use stitch width lever
to position needle from
center to full left
position.

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JL J. J.

Right needle position.
Use stitch width lever
to position needle from
center to full right
position.

Turn fabric, bringing bottom

edge in line with guideline (1).

Continue stitching seam.

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PATTERN

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Buttonhole-left side

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Buttonhole - Bartack

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Buttonhole-right side

Straight

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Zig-Zag

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APPLICATION

Making buttonholes in four

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steps.

Seaming, basting darning X / 7

and topstitching. / /

Overcasting, appliqueing, iCy

monogramming and button / ® / (C

STITCH

LENGTH

7.4. ;

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1.5
to

STITCH

WIDTH

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PRESSER

(L)

(B)

FOOT

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REQUIRES

BALANCING

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Zig-Zag

blindstitch

Multistitch

zig-zag

Hemming and attaching

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Hem finishing, bartacking ^

and attaching elastic. f H

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ADJUSTING THREAD TENSID

ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH

Move lever (1) up or down to
adjust thread tension.

Auto position suits most
sewing applications.

Too much tension ­Move lever up.

Too little tension ­Move lever down.

For more density (shorten stitch)
move lever (3) to left.

For less density (longer stitch)
move lever (3) to right.

When stitches are too close
(4) - move lever (1) to the
left.

When stitches are too far
apart (5) - move lever (1) to
the right.

ADJUSTING STITCH WIDT

Swing accessory box to back
of machine or remove by
lifting.

Cuffs, sleeves or waistbands
will fit easily on free arm.

Move lever (2) to widen or
narrow stitch.

When using twin-needle do not
set width wider than twin­needle graphic. I

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CHANGING PRESSER FEET

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Lift toe of presser foot (1) up,
until it snaps off shank (2).

Take foot off machine.

REPLACING PRESSER FOOT WITH SHANK

Loosen presser foot screw and
remove foot.

Hook new foot around presser
bar.

Tighten screw.

ATTACHING FEED COVE

Center new presser foot (1)
under shank (2).

Lower presser foot lifter.

Press screw (3) dowm.

Open slide plate.

Press tab (1) and (2) into
holes on needle plate.

Close slide plate.

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Fold hem to wrong side.

Pin or baste in place.

Fold hem back as shown.

There are four stitch patterns
that can be used for
overcasting.

For overcasting edge of fabric
to prevent fraying.

For hemfinishing on fabrics to

prevent rolling.

Use with stretchy material
which tends to fray or roll.

Place folded edge against
presser foot guide.

Sew, allowing wide stitches to
enter edge of fold.

Adjust foot if necessary.

Turn fabric to right side and
press.

For stitching and finishing
seams in light weight fabrics.

For overcasting edge of fabric
to prevent fraying.

For stitching and finishing
seams in heavyweight fabrics.

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SEWING BUTTONHOLES

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1
1

1

1

Mark buttonhole length on
garment.

Position needle at point (A).

Make 4 or 5 stitches, ending at
point (B).

Stitch down to point (C).

Make 4 or 5 stitches, ending at
point (D).

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Pull sliding portion of foot
forward.

Center red guideline (1) of foot
on beginning line of buttonhole.

Stitch up to point (E).

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SEWING ON A BUTTO

Cut buttonhole opening.

ADJUSTING BUTTONHOLE BALANCE

If the two sides of buttonhole
are unequal, adjust with stitch
balance lever (1).

If the right side is too open­move the lever to the left.

SETTINGS

PATTERN

LENGTH WIDTH

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ACCESSORY

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Note; foot shown is optional accessory
For standard accessory use general purpose presser foot (B).

Center holes in button

between toes of foot.

If the left side is too open­move the lever to the right.

Lower needle into either hole
of button.

While slowly turning hand
wheel, adjust width so needle
enters both holes of button.

Sew 8-10 stitches.
Pull thread to back side and
tie.

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DARMI

FREE MOTION EMBROIDERY

SETTINGS

PATTERN

LENGTH

or

ACCESSORY

WIDTH

Q

Place area to be darned, right
side up, under presser foot.

Stitch, guiding fabric back and
forth, until entire area is filled in.

Remove foot with shank.

Control fabric with embroidery
hoop.
(hoop not included)

Lower presser foot lifter.
Lengthen or shorten stitches by
moving hoop faster or slower.

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CHANGING NEEDL

HQ

Important: For best sewing results,
use only Genuine Singer needle.

FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE TABLE

Loosen screw and remove needle. Insert needle with flat away from you. Tighten screw.

Fabric

The fabrics below can be of any fiber, cotton, linen, silk wool,
synthetic, rayon, blends. They are listed as examples of weight.

Very Lightweight-Batiste, Chiffon, Organza, Voile.

Lightweight-Challis, Chambray, Carmeuse, Crepe de Chine, Gauze,
Handkerchief Linen, Silk, Taffeta, Tissue faille.

Medium-welght-Broadcloth, Brocade, Chino, Chintz, Corduroy Flannel,
Linen, Poplin, Satin, Synthetic, Suedes, Taffeta, Terry, Velvet.

Medium to Heavy-weight - Coating, Damask, Denim, Drapery Fabric,
Fake Fur, Gabardine, Ticking, Woolens.

Heavy-weight - Canvas, Duck, Sailcloth, Upholstery Fabric.

Leather

Knits - Jersey, Tricot single Knit.

Sweatshirt - Double Knit, Swimwear, Sweater Knit.

Thread Needles

Cotton-Wrapped polyester core (extra fine)
Long fiber polyester (extra fine)

Cotton-Wrapped polyester core (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Cotton-wrapped polyester core (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Cotton-wrapped polyester core (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Cotton-wrapped polyester (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Cotton-wrapped polyester core (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Cotton-wrapped polyester core (all purpose)
Long fiber polyester (two spun)

Failure to use a Singer brand needle may result In
skipped stitches, poor sewing performance or damage
to your maching.

2020

2020

2020

2020

2020

2032

leather

2045

2045

9/70 OR 11/80

11/80

14/90

16/100

18/110

11/80

14/90

Twin-needle

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2025

14/90

INSERTING A ZIPPE

PATTERN

LENGTH

SETTINGS

WIDTH

ACCESSORY

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT INCLUDE

Flat hemmer
presser foot
#137597

Round hemmer
presser foot
#317450

(P)

Needle threader
#503277

1
1

1
1

1

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to

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Baste zipper opening.

Attach left side of foot
to shank.

Stitch zipper to seam

allowance.

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(H)
Button sewing foot

#381066

Darning and embroidery foot
#384037

(M)
Even feed foot

#421333

(R)

Spool pin
#313026

Straight stitch presser foot
#353628

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Straight stitch Needle plate
#313066

(N)

Seam guide
#161172

(T)
Shirring foot

#543106

(S)
Overedge foot

#541582

(O)

Open toe foot
#317446

Attach right side of
foot to shank.

Stitch zipper to seam
allowance.

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13=1

Twin needle
#2025

Seam ripper
#546357

(U)

Pin tuck foot
#317263

Ruffler

#161561

REMOVING AND REPLACING BOBBIN CASE

Open slide plate and remove

bobbin.

Lift needle plate (1) by right
corner.

Turn lever (2) counterclockwise.

(Screwdriver not included)

Lift out bobbin case.

REMOVING AND REPLACING LIGHT BULB

Loosen screw and face plate.
(Screwdriver not included)

Pull dwon light reflector (1).

Pull bulb down.

Guide forked end (3) of bobbin
case under feed dog (4).

Place rim of bobbin case under
position plate (5).

Turn lever (2) clockwise

locking bobbin case in place.

To replace needle plate, slide it
under pin (6) and push it to the
left.

Push new bulb into light

socket (2).

(Use only a 5 watts 12 volts

light bulb part #979603)

Push light reflector (1) into
place.

Make sure the small end of
light reflector is aligned with
the small end of light socket

(2).

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CLEANING MACHINE

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PERFORMANCE CHECKLI

PROBLEM

Needle does not
move

Is machine connected to electrical supply?
Is power and light switch on?
Is controller connected?
Is air supply from controller clear?

Using lint brush, remove lint or
dust from:

-presser bar

-needle bar

-remove bobbin case for cleaning
bobbin case.

-machine surface (if necessary,
dampen soft cloth and use mild
soap to clean surface)

-remove needle plate and clean
exposed area with a lint brush.

Needle moves but
stitch is not formed

Needle breaks

Bobbin winding
difficulties

Upper thread breaks

Lower thread breaks

Skipped stitches

Is needle defective?
Is needle fully inserted into needle clamp?
Are bobbin and needle correctly threaded?
Is bobbin correctly inserted into bobbin case?

Is needle straight and sharp?
Is needle correct size?
Is needle fully inserted into needle clamp?
Are controls properly set?
Are accessories correct for application?

Is thread unwinding freely from spool?
Is bobbin winder engaged?
Is thread end securely held at start of wind?

Is machine properly threaded?
Is thread freely unwinding from spool?
Is proper size spool cap being used?
Is needle correct size for thread?
Is upper thread tension too tight?
Is bobbin case properly inserted?
Is bobbin rim free of nicks?

Is bobbin correctly wound?
Is bobbin correctly inserted in bobbin case?
Is bobbin case correctly threaded?

Is machine properly threaded?
Is fabric firmly held down?
Is needle correct style and size?
Is needle straight and sharp?

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Fabric does not
move properly under
presser foot

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SINGER
ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS.

Is presser foot correctly attached to machine?
Is presser foot lowered?
Is stitch length correctly set?

PERSONAL NOTES

PERSONAL NOTES

Part No. 286744-001 Eng.

Printed in Taiwan (G10)