Singer M3220 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

M3220

INTRODUCTION

Welcome

Welcome to the SINGER® family and CONGRATULATIONS on purchasing a brand new SINGER® sewing machine!

The SINGER® brand has stood for quality in sewing for over 160 years.

We design our machines for sewists of all skill levels so that the joy of sewing, creating, do-it-yourself, crafting and more can be enjoyed by all. It is important to us that you have the easiest and most successful sewing experience, so we have provided a wide array of helpful resources:

1.An instruction manual with easy-to-understand graphics and step-by-step instructions.

2.Assistance on the web at www.singerco.com

3.Personal assistance via email: talktous@singerco.com

4.Live, one-on-one help from one of our SINGER® Sewing Assistants, at 1-844-664-5188. (North America Only)

We’re ready to help and hope that you enjoy your SINGER® sewing machine.

Happy Sewing!

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Important Safety Instructions

This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. Keep the instructions in a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third party.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock :

-A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning, removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to person :

-Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children.

-Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

-Never operate this sewing 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 sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

-Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

-Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

-Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

-Do not use bent needles.

-Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

-Wear safety glasses.

-Switch the sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.

-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

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Important Safety Instructions

oxygen is being administrated.

-To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.

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

-The foot control is used to operate the machine. Avoid placing other objects on the foot control.

-Do not use the machine if it is wet.

-If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.

-If the supply cord connected with the foot control is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.

-This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Europe only :

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 75dB(A). The machine must only be used with foot control of type KD-1902, FC-1902

(110-120V area) / KD-2902, FC-2902A, FC-2902C, FC-2902D (220-240V area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China)

/4C-316B (110-125V area) / 4C-316C (127V area) / 4C-326C (220V area)

/4C-326G (230V area) / 4C-336G (240V area) / 4C-336G (220-240V area) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam)

For outside Europe :

This sewing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing machine by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine. The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 75dB(A).

The machine must only be used with foot control of type KD-1902, FC-1902 (110-120V area) / KD-2902, FC-2902A, FC-2902C, FC-2902D (220-240V area) manufactured by ZHEJIANG FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD. (China)

/4C-316B (110-125V area) / 4C-316C (127V area) / 4C-326C (220V area)

/4C-326G (230V area) / 4C-336G (240V area) / 4C-336G (220-240V area) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam)

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Important Safety Instructions

SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS

In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing of a doubleinsulated 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”.

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................	2-6
Welcome..........................................................................................................................................	2
Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................................	3-5
Table of Contents.............................................................................................................................	6
ABOUT YOUR MACHINE.............................................................................................	7-10
Main Parts of the Machine Front......................................................................................................	7
Main Parts of the Machine Back......................................................................................................	8
Needle and Presser Foot Area........................................................................................................	9
Removable Storage Compartment and Accessories.....................................................................	10
GETTING READY TO SEW........................................................................................	11-16
Powering Your Machine..................................................................................................................	11
Winding the Bobbin........................................................................................................................	12
Inserting the Bobbin.......................................................................................................................	13
Threading the Upper Thread.........................................................................................................	14
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread.....................................................................................................	16
START SEWING..........................................................................................................	17-26
Before You Start Sewing................................................................................................................	17
Stitch Formation.............................................................................................................................	18
Stitch Selector Dial........................................................................................................................	19
Sewing a Straight Stitch.................................................................................................................	20
Sewing a Decorative Stitch............................................................................................................	21
Sewing a Stretch Stitch..................................................................................................................	22
Sewing a 1-Step Buttonhole..........................................................................................................	23
Sewing a Button.............................................................................................................................	24
Inserting and Changing Needles...................................................................................................	25
Changing the Presser Foot............................................................................................................	26
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE............................................................	27-32
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................	27-31
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................	32
APPENDIX - GLOSSARY.................................................................................................	33
Glossary of Key Sewing Terms......................................................................................................	33

Explanation key to notations in this manual:

= Helpful information

= Could cause harm

= Impacts sewing results

To ensure that you are always provided with the most modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the right to change appearance, design or accessories of this sewing machine when considered necessary.

SINGER® & Singer is Sewing Made Easy is a registered trademark of The SINGER® Company Limited or its affiliates.

	ABOUT YOUR MACHINE	1
	Main Parts of the Machine Front

1.THREAD TENSION DIAL allows you to select just the right tension for your stitch, thread and fabric. (See Page 18)

2.THREAD TAKE-UP LEVER

3.THREAD CUTTER is conveniently located for trimming thread ends at the end of sewing.

4.PRESSER FOOT holds fabric against feed teeth, drawing fabric under the foot for you as you sew. (See Page 26)

5.NEEDLE PLATE has guidelines to help you keep seams straight. (See Page 9)

6.REMOVABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT provides flat surface for sewing, storage for accessories, and provides access to the free arm. (See Page 10)

7.REVERSE SEWING LEVER reverses stitching direction, for example, when securing the beginning and ending of a seam. (See Page 20)

8.BOBBIN WINDING STOPPER determines when bobbin is full and disengages automatically. (See Page 12)

9.STITCH LENGTH DIAL controls the length of stitches, making them shorter or longer as desired. It is also used for stretch stitch length selection. (See Page 19)

10.STITCH SELECTOR DIAL is used to select stitch patterns and buttonhole settings. (See Page 19)

11.ONE STEP BUTTONHOLE LEVER automatically determines the length of the buttonhole when lowered. (See Page 23)

12.BOBBIN holds the thread that forms the stitching that appears on the bottom side of the fabric. (See Page 12)

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	Main Parts of the Machine Back
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1.HORIZONTAL SPOOL PIN holds the thread spool and spool cap for the upper thread.

2.BOBBIN WINDING SPINDLE holds bobbin as it winds. (See Page 12)

3.HOLE FOR SECOND SPOOL PIN is used to hold an additional spool pin (optional), for thread spools to be used in upright position or for using two spools at once for twin needle sewing.

4.HANDWHEEL (ALWAYS TURN IT TOWARD YOU), controls movement of the needle and the thread take-up lever.

5.POWER AND LIGHT SWITCH turns on machine and sewing light simultaneously. (See Page 11)

6.MAIN PLUG SOCKET is used to connect the power cord/foot controller. (See Page 11)

7.BOBBIN WINDING TENSION DISK holds the thread snuggly to help ensure smooth and even bobbin winding. (See Page 12)

8.PRE-TENSION THREAD GUIDE

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9.FACE PLATE houses and protects the interior mechanisms of the machine.

10.HANDLE is used for lifting and transporting the machine.

11.PRESSER FOOT LIFTER raises and lowers presser foot. It should be placed up for machine threading and down for sewing. (See Page 14)

12.FOOT CONTROLLER controls sewing speed by the amount of pressure applied by user. (See Page 11)

13.POWER CORD connects the machine to the power source. (See Page 11)

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Needle and Presser Foot Area

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1.THREAD GUIDE controls movement of upper thread.

2.NEEDLE holds thread during stitch formation.

3.PRESSER FOOT SCREW secures the presser foot holder (shank) onto the presser bar.

4.PRESSER FOOT holds fabric against the feed teeth while sewing. Various optional presser feet are available, depending on fabric sewn and sewing techniques. (see page 10)

5.FEED TEETH (OR FEED DOGS), which look like rows of teeth under the presser foot, control the movement of the fabric under the presser foot.

6.NEEDLE CLAMP holds the machine’s needle in position.

7.NEEDLE CLAMP screw secures the needle when placed in needle clamp.

8.ONE STEP BUTTONHOLE LEVER automatically determines the length of the buttonhole when lowered. (see page 23)

9.PRESSER BAR accommodates the presser foot holder.

10.PRESSER FOOT HOLDER (OR SHANK) holds presser foot.

11.NEEDLE PLATE covers the bobbin area and provides flat area around presser foot for sewing. The first line is 3/8" (10mm) from center needle position. The most popular seam allowance

12.STITCHING GUIDELINES are used as a visual reference for guiding fabric straight while sewing. measurements are 1/2” (13mm) and 5/8” (16mm). The 1/2” seam allowance is the 2nd line, and the 5/8” seam allowance is the 3rd line from center needle position.

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	Removable Storage Compartment and Accessories

Hold the Removable Storage Compartment horizontally, then pull toward the left to remove it from the machine. Doing this, you will have access to the free arm, which makes it easy to sew tubular projects

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To replace the Removable Storage Compartment, hold it as shown in the illustration, and then push it to the right.

This machine comes with a standard assortment of presser feet and accessories.

Standard Accessories Included:

a.All Purpose Foot (for general sewing)

b.Zipper Foot (for inserting a zipper)

c.Buttonhole Foot (for making buttonholes)

d.Button Sewing Foot (for attaching buttons)

e.Seam Ripper/Brush (remove stitches/brush out lint)

f.Edge/Quilting guide (for straight & accurate quilting)

g.Pack of Needles (replacement needles)

h.Spool Holders (2 sizes for various thread spool styles)

i.Bobbins (SINGER® Class 15 transparent bobbins)

j.L-Screwdriver (to remove needle plate for cleaning)

k.Darning Plate (cover for feed teeth)

l.Second Spool Pin (for sewing with an optional twin needle)

m.Spool Pin Felt (to cushion the spool of thread when using the second spool pin)

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Optional Accessories:

For information about additional presser feet, attachments and accessories that may be available for your machine, visit www.singerco.com

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