Singer S16 User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
DANGER
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug
this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.
WARNING
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner’s manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner’s manual.
3. 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 this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this
sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual.
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To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
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.
For outside Europe (except U.S.A and Canada):
This appliance 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant
National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your
retailer for guidance. (European Union only)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS
Machine Identification ................................................................................................................... 4
Standard Accessories ................................................................................................................... 5
Attaching Knee Lifter ..................................................................................................................... 5
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting Machine to Power Supply ........................................................................................... 6
Controlling Sewing Speed ............................................................................................................. 6
Up/Down Needle Position Button .................................................................................................. 7
Bobbin Winding Button .................................................................................................................. 7
Thread Cutter Button ..................................................................................................................... 7
Stitch Length Adjustment Dial ....................................................................................................... 7
Reverse Stitch Lever ...................................................................................................................... 7
Presser Foot Lifter ......................................................................................................................... 8
Presser Foot Pressure Dial ........................................................................................................... 8
Attaching and Detaching Presser Foot .......................................................................................... 8
Removing Bobbin Case and Bobbin .............................................................................................. 9
Positioning Thread Spools ............................................................................................................. 9
Winding a Bobbin ........................................................................................................................ 10
Inserting a Bobbin ....................................................................................................................... 11
Inserting the Bobbin Case into the Hook ..................................................................................... 11
Threading the Needle Thread ...................................................................................................... 12
Using the Built-in Needle Threader .............................................................................................. 13
Bringing Up Bobbin Thread ......................................................................................................... 14
Changing the Needle ................................................................................................................... 15
How to Balance Thread Tension .................................................................................................. 16
Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension ................................................................................................ 16
Adjusting Needle Thread Tension ................................................................................................ 16
HOW TO SEW
Test Stitching ............................................................................................................................... 17
Securing Seam ............................................................................................................................ 18
Pivoting a Corner ......................................................................................................................... 18
Using Fabric Guide ...................................................................................................................... 19
Using Narrow Hemmer Foot ........................................................................................................ 19
Using Darning / Embroidery Foot ............................................................................................... 20
Using Quarter Inch Foot with Guide ............................................................................................ 20
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook and Feed Dog Area ....................................................................................... 21
Oiling the Machine ....................................................................................................................... 21
Replacing the Light Bulb .............................................................................................................. 22
Replacing the Light Bulb on the Underside of the Sewing Arm ................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 23
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MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
Name of Parts
Presser foot pressure dial
q
Bobbin winding tension disc
w
Retractable thread guide
e
Bobbin winder spindle
r
Bobbin winder lever/stopper
t
Speed control lever
y
Stitch length display
u
Thread cutter button
i
Reverse stitch lever
o
Bobbin winding button
!0
Up/Down needle button
!1
y
Knee lifter socket
!2
Thread tension dial
!3
u
i
o
Bobbin case cover
!4
Bobbin case cover plate
!5
Needle plate
!6
External thread cutter
!7
Face cover
!8
Pressure foot pressure indicator
!9
Thread take-up lever
@0
Needle threader
@1
Needle clamp screw
@2
Needle
@3
Screw holes for attachments
@4
Presser foot
@5
Feed dog
@6
Setscrew
@7
Carrying handle
@8
Presser foot lifter
@9
Spool pins
#0
Power cord and foot control sockets
#1
Power switch
#2
Stitch length adjustment dial
#3
Handwheel
#4
Foot control
#5
Power supply cord
#6
7
Upper thread guide
#
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Pre-tension disc and guide
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#6
#5
#2
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#4
#3
#0
#1
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Standard Accessories
Quarter inch foot
Lint brush
Large screwdriver
Small screwdriver
Bobbins
Narrow hemmer
foot
Fabric guide and Setscrew
Darning / Embroidery foot
Accessory box
Spool cap
Oil
Thread spool net
HL x 5 –16 ... 1
HL x 5 –14 ... 1
HL x 5 –11 ... 2
HL x 5 –9 ..... 1
Needles
Knee lifter
Spool holder
Darning plate
Instruction book
Attatching Knee Lifter
q
e
w
The knee lifter is very helpful when quilting, sewing
appliques, or when working with larger projects because it allows you to keep both hands on the fabric
while your knee controls the presser foot.
Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in
the knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.
Knee lifter
q
Ribs on Knee lifter
w
Notches on machine
e
Push the knee lifter with your knee to raise and lower
the presser foot.
NOTE
Keep leg away from lifter while sewing. Pressing on
knee lift while sewing will effect feeding of fabric and
the thread tension.
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GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting Machine to Power Supply
i
w
y
t
u
q
e
CAUTION
Always turn the power switch off and
unplug the sewing machine from the
electrical outlet when the machine is not
in use.
Machine power plug
q
Machine socket for power supply plug
w
Power supply plug
e
Wall outlet
r
Machine socket for foot control
t
Foot control plug
y
r
Foot control
u
Steps To Turning Machine Power
On
Turn off the power switch on the machine.
Insert the foot control plug y into the
machine socket t.
Insert the machine plug q into the
machine socket w.
Insert the power supply plug e into the
wall outlet r.
Turn on the power switch i.
Controlling Sewing Speed
Speed Control Lever
Use the speed control lever to set the maximum
speed of the machine.
To increase sewing speed, slide it to the right.
To decrease sewing speed, slide it to the left.
Foot Control
Sewing speed is varied by the foot control and the
speed control lever. The heavier the foot presses
down on the controller the faster the machine runs.
The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the
speed control slider when the foot control is being
fully depressed.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol "O" on a switch indicates the "off" position of a switch.
For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it 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 modify the plug in any way.
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Up/Down Needle Position Button
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RED LED
Bobbin Winding Button
LED
Thread Cutter Button
GREEN LED
Press this button to bring the needle up or down.
The RED LED will light up when the needle is
down. The GREEN LED will light up when the
needle is up.
The machine will stop with the needle up or down
depending on the needle position determined by
this button.
The machine will always stop with the needle up
after auto thread cutting or buttonhole sewing.
Press this button to wind the bobbin.
The LED will light up when you shift the bobbin
winding lever toward the bobbin and press this
button.
The LED signal will turn off after bobbin winding is
finished.
Pressing this button after sewing will trim the
threads.
You can continue sewing without pulling the bobbin
thread up after using thread cutter.
Stitch Length Adjustment Dial
q
Reverse Stitch Lever
• Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the
thread is heavier than #30.
• The foot control and up/down needle position
button cannot be used while the machine is
trimming the threads.
You can adjust the stitch length from 0 to 6mm by
turning this dial. The stitch length chosen will be
shown on the stitch length display q.
The machine will sew in reverse while the reverse
stitch lever is pressed down. The machine will sew
forward when the lever is released.
Use the reverse stitch lever to secure the beginning
and end of a seam.
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