SINGER 9224 User Manual

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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 disconneqt, 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 needle, changing needle 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 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 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 (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.

■ SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS. In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided 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. Replacement 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 househoid use.

FOR EUROPEAN AND SIMILAR TERRITORIES: This puoduct is suppressed for radio and television interference with the international Electrotechnical Comnriission 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 connected 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 fittecf, 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 be connected to the‘earth terminal of a three-pin

plug.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................... i

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

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH MACHINE CONNECTING AND RUNNING MACHINE INSTRUCTION SYMBOLS

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THREADING MACHINE................................................................................. 5

WINDING BOBBIN......................................................................................... 6

INSERTING PREVIOUSLY WOUND BOBBIN

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

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

RECOMMENDED SETTINGS AND APPLICATIONS

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ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION..................................................................15

ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH........................................................................15

ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH.................................................................... 15

BALANCING A PATTERN............................................................................ 15

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

CHANGING PRESSER FEET.......................................................................16

BLINDSTITCHING.........................................................................................17

OVEREDGING AND SEAMING

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ONE-STEP BUTTONHOLING.......................................................................18

ADJUSTING BUTTONHOLE BALANCE.......................................................19

SEWING ON A BUTTON.............................................................................. 19

DARNING.................................................................................................... 20

FREE MOTION EMBROIDERY

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CHANGING NEEDLE..................................................................................21

FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE TABLE.................................................. 21

INSERTING A ZIPPER OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT INCLUDED REMOVING AND REPLACING BOBBIN CASE REMOVING AND REPLACING LIGHT BULB

CLEANING MACHINE

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PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST....................................................................24

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

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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.

SINGER CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE IN THE U.S.A.

TOLL-FREE NUMBER: 1-800-877-7762

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ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH MACHIN

General purpose needle plate (on machine) #312777

Straight stitch presser foot #353628

Darning and embroidery foot #384037

Blindstitch presser foot

#381491

Needle threader

#503277

General purpose presser foot (on machine) #313150 .

Zipper foot #171480

(H)

Button sewing foot

#381066

(C)

Straight stitch needle plate #313066

Feed cover #313117

Special purpose presser foot #171463

One-step buttonhole foot #313093

(Q)

Small spool cap

#507664

Seam guide

#161172

Spool cap (on machine) #179967

Lint brush #546358

Bobbins (1 in machine) #312956

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Needle pack

CONNECTÎNG-

RUNNING-

3 Kl

Push speed controller tube (1)

Power on - press "I" side of switch.

and electrical power cord (2) into

receptacle (4).

Power off - press "O" side.

Plug power cord (3) into electric

outlet.

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

Lower presser foot.

Press speed controller to run machine.

Turn power off.

Press speed controller.

When not using machine, rewind air hose around speed controller for

storage, as shown.

Note:

Raise presser foot.

Use hand wheel to raise needle.

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THREADING MACHIN

USING NEEDLE THREADER

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

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

For best sewing performance use proper spool cap.

Following arrows, guide thread Snap threader up onto bar. down to needle.

Slide threader as far to the left as it will go.

Be sure guide (1) is against

the left side of needle.

Bring metal hook of threader

forward, through eye of needle.

Guide thread into metal hook.

Draw metal hook and thread backwards. Slide threader to the right to remove.

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Move stitch width lever to straight stitch position (|)

Open slide plate.

Put an empty bobbin, with rings

(1) facing up, into bobbin case.

Close slide plate until it stops

against button (2).

Bring needle thread under presser foot and wind it around presser foot screw (3) one time.

Hold thread and run machine, at a moderate speed.

Watch bobbin winding from the window (4) in slide plate.

Remove thread from presser foot screw.

Push button (2) down to close slide plate.

Cut thread.

INSERTING PREVIOUSLY WOUND BOBBI

RAISING BOBBIN THREA

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Open slide plate.

Insert bobbin into bobbin case.

Guide thread into notch (1).

Bring thread around and past point (2).

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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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