Singer M3305 operation manual

M3200 / M3300 / M3400 / M3500 M3205 / M3305 / M3405 / M3505

Instruction Manual

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 at a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third party.

DANGER

- A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. The electrical socket, to which the machine is plugged in should be easily accessible. 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 electric shock:

- To reduce the risk of burns, re, 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 ngers 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 deect the needle causing it to break.

- Wear safety glasses.

- Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) 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 oxygen is being administrated.

- To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) 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. Never place 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 qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.

- If the cord connected with the foot control is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualied 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 CENELEC COUNTRIES 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 FC-2902D, (220-240V) manufactured

by Zhejiang Founder Motor Corporation, LTD. (Vietnam) / 4C-326G (230V) / 4C-336G (240V) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam).

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FOR NON CENELEC COUNTRIES:

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) / KD-

2902, FC-2902A, FC-2902C, FC-2902D, (220-240V) manufactured by Zhejiang Founder Motor Corporation, LTD. (Vietnam) / 4C-316B (110-125V) / 4C-316C (127V) /4C-326C (220V) / 4C-326G (230V) / 4C-336G (240V) manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind. Co., Ltd. (Vietnam).

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 double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualied 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’.

List of contents

Machine Basics

Principal Parts of the Machine ..................................................................................................................................................1

Connecting Machine to Power Source ......................................................................................................................................3

Two Step Presser Foot Lifter .....................................................................................................................................................4

Accessories ...............................................................................................................................................................................5

Threading the Machine

Winding the Bobbin ...................................................................................................................................................................6

Inserting the Bobbin ..................................................................................................................................................................7

Thread Tension ..........................................................................................................................................................................8

Threading the Upper Thread .....................................................................................................................................................9

Automatic Needle Threader ...................................................................................................................................................10

Raising the Bobbin Thread ......................................................................................................................................................11

Sewing

How to Choose Your Pattern .................................................................................................................................................. 12

Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial .................................................................................................................................... 13

Sewing Straight Stitch .............................................................................................................................................................14

Reverse Sewing ......................................................................................................................................................................15

Removing the Work .................................................................................................................................................................15

Cutting the Thread...................................................................................................................................................................15

Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ............................................................................................................................................16

Blind Hem ................................................................................................................................................................................17

4-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3200/ M3205) ..................................................................................................................18

1-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505) .............................................................19

Sewing on Buttons ..................................................................................................................................................................20

Zippers and Piping ..................................................................................................................................................................21

General Information

Installing the Removable Extension Table ..............................................................................................................................22

Changing the Presser Foot .....................................................................................................................................................23

Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart .................................................................................................................................................24

Darning Plate ...........................................................................................................................................................................25

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Inserting the Needle ................................................................................................................................................................26

Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................27

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................................................................28

Machine Basics

Principal Parts of the Machine

1. Thread tension dial

2. Thread take-up lever

3. Reverse sewing lever

4. Thread cutter

5. Presser foot

6. Needle plate

7. Removable extension table/ accessory storage

8. Stitch width dial

9. Bobbin stopper

10. Stitch length dial

11. Pattern selector dial

12. Buttonhole lever (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/

M3500/ M3505)

13. Needle threader

Unpacking

- Place the box on a steady, at surface. Lift your machine

out of the box and remove the outer packaging.

- Remove all other packing material and the plastic bag.

Principal Parts of the Machine

1. Horizontal spool pin

2. Bobbin winder spindle

3. Hole for auxiliary spool pin

4. Handwheel

5. Power and light switch

6. Main plug socket

7. Bobbin thread guide

8. Upper thread guide

9. Face plate

10. Handle

11. Presser foot lifter

12. Foot speed control

13. Power cord

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

The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3)

Attention:

Consult a qualied electrician if in doubt of how to connect

machine to power source.

Sewing light

Press main switch (A) to “ l “ for power and light.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

For appliance with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to t in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install the

proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

a. Polarized attachment plug b. Conductor intended to be grounded

Two Step Presser Foot Lifter

When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised to a higher position for easy positioning of the

work. (A)

Attention:

Your SINGER

machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewn result.

Accessories

a b dc e

Standard accessories

a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. 4-Step buttonhole foot (Model M3200/ M3205) d. 1-Step buttonhole foot (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/

M3405/ M3500/ M3505)

e. Button sewing foot f. L-screwdriver g. Seam ripper/ brush h. Pack of needles i. SINGER Class 15 bobbins (4x) j. Edge/ quilting guide k. Darning plate l. Spool holder m. Soft cover

Optional Accessories:

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

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