Singer S18 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
S18
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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 .............................5
Name of Parts ........................................................... 5
Standard Accessories ............................................... 6
GETTING READY TO SEW ...............................7
Connecting the Power Supply ................................... 7
Controlling Sewing Speed ......................................... 7
Speed control lever ........................................................ 7
Foot control .................................................................... 7
Functions of Buttons ................................................. 8
Pattern selection buttons ............................................. 10
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot .................. 11
Attaching the Knee Lifter ......................................... 11
Changing the Presser Foot ..................................... 12
Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot Holder ..12
Variety of Presser Feet and Their Uses .................. 13
Winding the Bobbin ................................................. 14
Removing the bobbin ................................................... 14
Preparing thread spool for sewing ............................... 14
Winding the bobbin ...................................................... 15
Inserting the bobbin ..................................................... 16
Threading the Machine ...................................... 17-18
Automatic Needle Threader .................................... 19
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread ............................... 20
Changing Needles .................................................. 21
Thread and Needle Chart ....................................... 21
Balancing Thread Tension ....................................... 22
Adjusting the tension .................................................. 22
Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure ...................... 23
Dropping the Feed Dog ........................................... 23
Selecting the Sewing Mode .................................... 24
Help Button ............................................................. 25
Selecting the Stitch Pattern ..................................... 25
Customizing Machine Settings ................................ 26
Resumption setting ...................................................... 26
Sound setting .............................................................. 26
Language selection ..................................................... 26
BASIC STITCHES (Mode 1) ............................27
Straight Stitch 01 .....................................................27
How to sew with the straight stitch ............................. 27
How to start stitching on the edge of thick fabrics ...... 27
Securing seams .......................................................... 27
Pivoting a corner ........................................................ 28
Using the cloth guide .................................................. 28
Using the seam guide lines ........................................ 28
Adjusting the needle position ..................................... 29
Adjusting the stitch length .......................................... 29
Various Stitch Patterns for Seaming
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Basting Stitch pattern 07 .........................................31
Zigzag Stitch pattern 08 ..........................................32
Adjusting the stitch width ............................................ 32
Adjusting the stitch length .......................................... 32
Seam and Overcasting Stitch Patterns
(Modes 1 and 3) ......................................................33
Overcasting with zigzag stitch pattern 08 ................... 33
Seam and overcast stitch pattern 10 .......................... 33
Multiple zigzag stitch pattern 09 ................................. 33
Knit stitch pattern 01 ................................................... 34
Double overedge stitch pattern 02 .............................. 34
Overlock stitch pattern 03 ........................................... 34
Zipper Sewing .....................................................35-37
How to attach zipper foot ............................................ 35
How to insert a lapped zipper ................................ 35-37
Narrow Hemming with Narrow Hemmer Foot ..........38
PIECING AND QUILTING (Mode 2) ................39
Piecing with Quarter Inch Seams ............................ 39
Angle scale on the needle plate ................................. 39
Locked quarter inch seams ........................................ 39
Decorative stitch patterns for quilting.......................... 39
Even Feed / Walking Foot ........................................40
How to attach the even / feed walking foot ................. 40
How to stitch in the ditch ............................................. 40
How to channel quilt with quilting bar ......................... 40
Quilting Options ....................................................... 41
Edge guide / quilting bar ............................................. 41
Free-motion quilting .................................................... 41
Clasp stitch quilting .................................................... 42
Appliqué ..................................................................... 42
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UTILITY STITCH PATTERNS
(Mode 3) ..........................................................43
Buttonholes ....................................................... 43-50
Sewing sensor buttonholes ...................................44-46
Corded buttonhole ...................................................... 47
Changing buttonhole width ......................................... 48
Changing buttonhole stitch density ............................48
Automatic buttonhole .............................................49-50
Button Sewing ........................................................51
Darning ...................................................................52
Adjusting for a shorter darning area ........................... 53
Uneven darning stitches ............................................. 53
Tacking ...................................................................54
How to sew a shorter tack .......................................... 54
Eyelet ......................................................................55
Adjusting the shape of an eyelet ................................55
Blind Hem ......................................................... 56-57
Shell Tucking ...........................................................58
Scallop Stitch ..........................................................58
Cording ...................................................................58
Twin Needle Sewing ......................................... 59-60
MONOGRAMMING (Mode 4) ....................... 67
Selecting a Letter Style .........................................67
Programming Lettering ......................................... 68
Editing Lettering ................................................... 69
Inserting a letter (character) .................................... 69
Deleting a letter (character) ..................................... 69
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns ..................... 70
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................ 71
Cleaning the Bobbin Case and Feed Dog Area ...71
Replacing the Light Bulb .......................................72
Problems and Warning Signals .......................73-74
Troubleshooting .................................................... 75
PROGRAMMING STITCH PATTERNS AND
BUTTON FUNCTIONS IN MODE 2 AND 3 ......61
Programming Stitch Patterns & Button Functions ..61
Programming a single stitch pattern with auto-lock .... 61
How to program auto thread cutting ........................... 61
Programming two stitch patterns ................................62
Programming two stitch patterns and
auto thread cutting .....................................................62
Elongating satin stitch patterns .................................. 63
Programming stitch pattern combinations with
mirror image ............................................................. 63
Starting programmed stitch patterns at the beginning
Returning to beginning of incomplete stitch pattern ... 64
Making a copy and mirror image of programmed
stitch patterns ............................................................. 64
Editing Programmed Stitch Patterns ......................65
Uniform stitch adjustment (Modes 2 and 3 only) ........ 65
Customizing individual stitch patterns
(Mode 2 and 3 only) ...................................................66
Storing and recalling the stitch pattern combinations 66
.. 64
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MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
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Name of parts
1. Presser foot pressure dial
2. Thread take-up lever
3. Thread guide plate
4. Quick reference board
5. Speed control lever
6. Retractable thread guide
7. Bobbin winder spindle
8. Bobbin winder stopper
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9. LCD screen
10. Function buttons
11. LCD contrast adjusting dial
12. Feed dog lever
13. Knee lifter socket
14. Stitch balance adjusting dial
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15. Thread tension dial
16. Thread cutter button
17. Needle up/down button
18. Auto-lock button
19. Reverse button
20. Bobbin case cover release button
21. Bobbin case cover
22. Needle plate
23. Needle threader
24. Thread cutter on face plate
25. Face plate
26. General purpose foot A
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27. Thumb screw
28. Presser foot holder
29. Needle
30. Needle clamp screw
31. Carrying handle
32. Presser foot lifter
33. Buttonhole lever
34. Spool pins
35. Machine sockets
36. Power switch
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37. Handwheel
38. Thread guide
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39. Pre-tension guide for bobbin
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Attaching the quick reference board
The quick reference board and setscrews are
included in the standard accessories.
Fix the quick reference board on the backside of
the machine with the two setscrews.
Tighten the screws firmly with a screwdriver.
1 Setscrews
2 Quick Reference Board
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Standard Accessories
1. General purpose foot A (comes attached to the
machine)
2. Overedge foot C
3. Narrow hemmer foot D
4. Zipper foot E
5. Satin stitch foot F
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6. Blind hem foot G
7. Cording foot H
8. Overcasting foot M
9. Automatic buttonhole foot R
10. Screwdriver
11. Screwdriver for needle plate
12. Set of needles
13. Darning/Embroidery foot P-2
14. Quarter inch foot with guide O
15. Even feed/Walking foot
16. Open toe foot F-2
17. Button sewing foot T
18. Cloth guide with screw
19. Lint brush
20. Seam ripper
21. Spool pin caps (Large)
22. Spool pin caps (Small)
23. Class 15 bobbins
24. Edge/quilting guide
25. Quilting bar for even feed/walking foot
26. Instruction book
27. Power supply cord
28. Foot control
29. Accessory box
30. Foot storage compartment (marked with letters
corresponding to the presser feet)
31. Knee lifter for presser foot
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GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply
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Check that power switch is in the off position.
Insert the foot control plug into the machine socket.
Insert the machine plug into the machine socket.
Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch.
1 Power switch
2 Foot control plug
3 Machine socket
4 Machine plug
5 Power supply plug
6 Wall outlet
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NOTE
If you turn off the power switch, wait for 15 seconds
before turning it on again.
For Your Safety:
While in operation, always keep your eyes on the
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sewing area. Keep your hands free from any moving
parts such as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or
needle. Always turn off the power switch and unplug
from the power supply:
- when leaving the machine unattended.
- when attaching or removing parts.
- when cleaning the machine.
Do not place anything on the foot control when not
in use.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” of 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.
Controlling Sewing Speed
Speed control lever
You can limit the maximum sewing speed by the speed
control lever according to your sewing needs.
To increase sewing speed, slide the lever to the right.
To decrease sewing speed, slide the lever 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.
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Functions of Buttons
1 Thread cutter button
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Press this button after finishing sewing and the
machine will trim the threads.
The LED signal blinks while cutting thread of the
needle and bobbin.
5 Thread cutter signal
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NOTE
The auto thread cutter can be used for threads #30
or finer.
Use the thread cutter on the face plate of the
machine to cut specialty thread or threads heavier
than #30 weight.
The auto thread cutter can not be used with a
hemstitching needle (wing needle) or with a twin
needle.
The thread cutter works best in conjunction with
the needle up/down button in the down position.
The cutting action may cause the spools to become
tangled if the needle is not set in a down position.
Clean the auto thread cutter mechanism regularly to
avoid malfunction due to built up lint. (See page 71.)
Use only SINGER® class 15 bobbins in your
machine. Using improperly sized bobbins or prewound bobbins may cause stitching problems.
Improper bobbins can damage your bobbin case and
machine.
2 Needle up/down button
Press this button to select the needle to stop up or
down when done stitching.
If you select the needle down position the LED signal
on the button will come on and stay on till changed
to needle up. The light will remain on after using the
auto thread cutter. The auto thread cutter will make
the needle stop up. The needle down function is
recommended when ever using the automatic
thread cutter.
6 LED signal light
3 Auto-Lock button
Press the auto-lock button at the end of a seam to
sew locking stitches to secure the end of the seam.
The machine will stop automatically after these
locking stitches with foot control pressed down. The
auto-lock can be used with all stitch patterns on the
machine.
4 Reverse button
When sewing with stitch pattern 01, 02, 08 or 09
and selecting reverse, the stitch pattern will
sew in reverse.
For all other stitch patterns, when reverse is
selected, the machine will stop sewing where the
needle is and sew locking stitches in place.
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LCD Screen
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Mode button:
Press this button to select the desired mode.
Letter style button:
Press this button to change the letter style of monogram.
Memory/Recall button:
Press this button to register or recall programmed stitch pattern combinations.
The previous stitch pattern combination will be replaced by the new combination when
pressing this button after programming. The memorized stitch pattern combination will be
recalled when pressing this button on the initial screen of the selected mode.
Twin needle button:
Press this button when sewing with a twin needle. The machine will limit width to protect
a 2.0 width double needle from breakage.
Elongation button:
Press this button to elongate satin stitch patterns in Mode 3.
Note: Not all stitch patterns can be elongated.
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Bobbin winding button:
Press this button to wind the bobbin.
Stitch width adjusting button:
Press this button to alter the stitch width.
Stitch length adjusting button:
Press this button to alter the stitch length.
Editing button:
Press this button to edit the programmed stitch patterns.
In the editing mode this button is used to shift the cursor to the left.
Help button:
Press this button to view alternative applications of certain stitches and correct choice of
sewing foot. In the editing mode this button is used to shift the cursor to the right.
LCD contrast adjusting dial:
Turn this dial to adjust contrast of the LCD Screen.
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Pattern Selection Buttons
12 Pattern selection buttons
In Mode 1 (Direct Selection) you can press your
desired stitch pattern directly from the pattern selection
buttons. For example, selecting 08 will give you the
zigzag stitch.
When Mode 2 (Quilting), Mode 3 (Utility), and Mode 4
(Lettering) are selected the pattern selection buttons
are used to recall stitch patterns in those modes.
For example select Mode 3 and select 12, and you will
see the automatic buttonhole on the LCD screen.
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Auto thread cutter button:
Press this button after the last memorized stitch pattern and the machine will
automatically trim the threads when sewing is finished.
Clear button:
When the clear button is pressed it will recall the stitch patterns that are programmed
in the MODE that is on screen. The clear button can also delete a sequence of stitch
patterns that have been programmed. Hold the clear button in for a few seconds and the
programmed stitch patterns will clear.
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Turnover memory button:
The turnover memory button can be used in Mode 2 and Mode 3. Pressing the button
after selecting a stitch program will mirror image the stitch pattern. In Mode 4, pressing
this button will reduce the letters to 2/3 of their original size.
Memory button:
Press this button to memorize the desired stitch pattern on screen. Up to 50 stitch
patterns can be stored in each of these modes: Mode 2, Mode 3 and Mode 4.
Locking stitch button:
Press this button after programming the last stitch pattern. The machine will sew
the stitch pattern combination programmed and auto-lock the last stitch pattern. The
machine will then automatically stop at the end of the sequence.
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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser
foot.
You can raise the presser foot about 1/4” (0.7 cm)
higher than the locked up position. The lifter will not
stay locked at this higher setting. The extra area helps
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when putting different presser feet on and putting bulky
fabrics under the presser foot.
1 Presser foot lifter
2 Presser foot
3 Up position
4 Extra lift
NOTE
If you start to sew with the presser foot up, the machine
will beep and the LCD screen will advise you to lower
the presser foot.
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Attaching the Knee Lifter
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.
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Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the
machine socket and insert the knee lifter.
1 Knee lifter
2 Ribs
3 Machine socket notches
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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Changing the Presser Foot
Many of the various presser feet can be changed easily
with a push of the finger.
To snap off foot:
Raise the needle and presser foot to the up position.
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Press the button on the back of the presser foot holder
and the foot will drop.
1 Button
2 Foot holder
3 Presser foot
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To snap on:
Align the presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just
under the groove of the presser foot holder.
Lower the presser foot holder to lock the foot in place.
Each foot is marked with a letter for identification.
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5 Pin
6 Identification letter
CAUTION
When selecting the proper foot for the stitch pattern
selected, refer to the information in the LCD window.
Also the help button can help you chose the right foot
for the right sewing technique. See page 25 in the
manual for further information.
Remember that not all stitches can be sewn with all
of the feet. Be careful because the incorrect foot can
cause needle damage and harm to your machine.
Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot
Holder
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WARNING
Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or
attaching the presser foot holder.
To detach:
Raise the presser foot holder up. With large screwdriver
turn the thumbscrew counterclockwise to remove the
presser foot holder from the needle bar.
1 Thumbscrew
2 Presser foot holder
To attach:
Align the hole in the presser foot holder with the
threaded hole in the presser bar and insert the
thumbscrew through the hole.
Tighten the thumbscrew by turning it clockwise.
3 Presser bar
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Variety of Presser Feet and Their Uses
1 General purpose foot A:
The general purpose foot will be used for the majority of
your sewing needs. The foot is designed to achieve good
stitch quality when straight stitching.
2 Overedge foot C:
This foot is exclusively for overedging. The brush on the
foot effectively prevents skipped stitches on the raw edge
of fabrics. The brush also keeps lint build up off the needle
when working with fabrics that have a nap or pile.
3 Narrow hemmer foot D:
This special foot is for sewing a narrow hem. The curl of the
foot helps to form a hem at a constant width.
4 Zipper foot E:
This foot is for sewing zippers and also for creating and
inserting piping.
5 Satin stitch foot F:
This clear plastic foot is ideal for satin stitching and
decorative stitch patterns. The center groove on the bottom
of the foot ensures smooth feeding of dense stitches.
6 Open toe foot F-2:
The open toe satin stitch foot for decorative stitching and
appliqué.
7 Blind hem foot G:
This foot is specially designed for blind hemming. The guide
on the foot helps feed the fabric and sew a straight and
nearly invisible blind-hem.
8 Cording foot:
This foot is specially designed to hold one or three strands
of cording to create braiding.
9 Overcasting foot M:
This foot is specially designed to simulate professional style
overlocking. The wires on the foot effectively prevent the
fabric edge from puckering or rolling.
10 Quarter inch foot with guide O:
This foot is useful for patchwork piecing. The guide on
the foot helps to maintain an exact 1/4” (0.7 cm) seam
allowance.
11 Button sewing foot T:
This foot is exclusively used for attaching a button. The
grips on the foot hold the button securely in place while
stitching.
12 Darning/Embroidery foot P-2:
This foot can be used with the basting stitch #07 in Mode 1.
This foot can also be used for free-motion embroidery or
stipple quilting.
13 Automatic buttonhole foot R:
This foot is for buttonholes and for darning. Place a button in
the button holder on the rear of the foot. This automatically
sets the buttonhole size. The buttonhole foot holds fabrics
securely when sewing darning stitches.
14 Even feed / Walking foot:
This is a special attachment for fabrics that tend to shift
when sewing. This foot helps prevent two fabrics from
shifting and puckering when stitching. Use this foot for
quilting multiple layers and matching plaids.
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Winding the Bobbin
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Removing the bobbin
Slide the bobbin case cover plate release button to the
right and remove the bobbin case cover plate.
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Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin case.
1 Bobbin case cover plate release button
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2 Bobbin case cover plate
3 Bobbin
NOTE
Use only SINGER® Class 15 bobbins in your machine.
Using improper sized bobbins and pre-wound bobbins
may cause stitching problems. Improper bobbins can
damage your bobbin case and machine.
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Preparing the Thread Spool for Winding
Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the
thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the spool
cap and press it snug against the spool of thread.
1 Spool of thread
2 Spool pin
3 Spool holder
A spool cap is used to prevent the spool moving as
the thread feeds off. The cap also prevents thread
catching on rough edges at the top of the spool. The
automatic thread cutter works best when threads are
held stationary with spool caps.
Use the large spool cap for large spools and the small
spool cap for small spools.
4 Small spool
5 Small spool cap
NOTE
When sewing with decorative threads wound on paper
spool spools the automatic thread cutter should not
be used. The spool caps may not hold the spool from
moving when the cutter activates. The movement can
cause the threads to drop down from the spool. The
pooling at the bottom of the spool will cause the thread
to not feed off correctly.
Go to www.singerco.com for information on
where to buy needles and bobbins.
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Winding the Bobbin
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Step 1
Pass the thread through the thread guide on the
thread guide post from behind.
1 Thread guide bar
Step 2
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Pass the thread under the bobbin winding
tension disk.
2 Bobbin winding tension disk
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Step 3
Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the
inside to the outside.
3 Bobbin winder spindle
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Step 4
Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
Push the bobbin winder stopper to the left.
4 Bobbin winder stopper
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Step 5 6
Hold the free end of the thread in your hand
and press the bobbin winding button.
Press the bobbin winding button again to stop
the bobbin when it has made several turns, and
cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin.
5 Bobbin winding button
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Step 7
Press the bobbin winding button again. When
the bobbin is fully wound, the machine will stop
automatically.
Return the bobbin winder stopper to its original
position and cut the thread.
The SINGER® Studio™ S18 sewing machine has an
independent motor for bobbin winding. Bobbins can
be wound while sewing.
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Inserting the Bobbin
Step 1
Place the bobbin in the bobbin case with the
thread coming off counter clockwise.
1 Thread
2 Bobbin case
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Step 2
Guide the thread into notch (A) on the front
of the bobbin case.
(A)
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(B)
Step 3
Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the
tension spring blades.
Step 4
Continue to draw the thread lightly until the
thread slips into side notch (B). The bobbin
should turn counter clockwise when pulling the
bobbin thread.
(B)
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Step 5
Pull out about 4” (10 cm) of thread to the rear.
Refer to the threading chart shown on the bobbin
case cover plate.
Reattach the bobbin case cover plate.
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Threading the Machine
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Raise the presser foot lifter. Press the needle up/down
button twice to raise the needle to its highest position.
Step 1
Pass the thread up through the guide on the thread
guide bar from behind.
1 Thread guide bar
Step 2
Pass the thread through the machine thread guide.
2 Machine thread guide
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Step 3
Hold the upper thread with both hands as shown
and slip it under the thread guide plate.
3 Thread guide plate
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Step 4
Draw the thread toward you and pass it into
the left thread guide. Draw the thread along the
right channel.
4 Left thread guide
NOTE
This is a good time to make sure that the thread is
feeding smoothly off the spools and the thread caps
are secure.
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Threading the Machine (continued)
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Step 5
Draw the thread down and around the tension
dial from the right to the left. Pull the thread up
to insert it between the tension disks and under
the loop of the check spring.
Be sure that the thread is coming out from
notch of the disk.
5 Check spring
6 Notch
6
5
Step 6
6
7
Firmly draw the thread up to the take-up lever
and down into its eye from the right to the left.
7 Eye of the thread take-up lever
Step 7
7
8
8
Draw the thread down through the lower thread
guide from the right.
8 Lower thread guide
9
Step 8
Slip the thread behind the needle bar thread
guide on the left.
9 Needle bar thread guide
9
Step 9
Thread the needle from front to back by hand or
use the automatic needle threader.
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1
2 3
Automatic Needle Threader
1
Step 1
Raise the needle to its highest position by pressing
the needle up/down button twice. Check that the
needle in is a center position. A stitch width of 3.5
is centered.
1 Needle up/down button
Step 2
4
2
Turn the power switch off.
Step 3
Lower the presser foot.
Step 4
Depress the needle threader lever as far as it will
go. The hook enters the needle eye from behind.
2 Needle threader lever
3 Hook
3
5
Step 5
Draw the thread down around the threader guide
and under the hook.
4 Threader guide
4
6
3
Step 6
Release the threader lever slowly while holding
the thread end with your hand lightly. A loop of the
thread is pulled up through the needle eye.
5
5 Loop of thread
7
Step 7
Remove the loop from the threader and pull out
the thread end from the needle eye.
NOTE
The automatic needle threader cannot be used for
threading a twin needle or a hemstitching (wing)
needle.
If the needle hook is missing the needle hole check that
the needle is in a center needle position. (3.5)
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Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread
1
Step 1
Raise the presser foot lifter.
Hold the needle thread with your finger and press
the needle up/down button twice to bring up the
bobbin thread.
2
1 Needle thread
2 Needle up/down button
1
2
Step 2
Lift up the needle thread to bring up a loop of
bobbin thread.
3 Bobbin thread
1
3
3
1
Step 3
Slide 4” (10 cm) of both threads to the back under
the presser foot. You can also pull the threads up to
the thread cutter on the machines cover plate.
See page 5 of manual for machine identification.
3
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1
Changing Needles
1
Step 1
Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle
button and lower the presser foot.
Turn off the power switch. Loosen the needle clamp
screw by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the needle from the clamp.
1 Needle clamp screw
2
2
Step 2
Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the
flat side of the needle to the rear.
When inserting the needle into the needle clamp,
push it up against the stopper pin and tighten the
needle clamp screw firmly.
3
2 Stopper pin
3 Flat side
To check needle straightness, place the flat side of the
needle onto something flat (a needle plate, glass etc.)
The gap between the needle and the flat surface should
be consistent.
4 Gap
4
CAUTION
Always make sure to turn the power switch off and
disconnect the machine from power supply before
changing the needle. Remove and discard damaged
needles. Blunt, burred or bent needles can harm your
machine and fabric.
Thread and Needle Chart
Included with this machine is a package of 5 needles: A twin needle, a ballpoint needle, 2 regular point needles size 11, and
a regular point needle size 14. When purchasing additional needles, refer to chart for recommended needle type and size.
Weight
Very Light
Light
Medium
Heavy
Fabric
Fine Lace, Net, Tulle
Batiste, Organdy, Voile, Lawn, Silk, Crepe,
Chambray, Lightweight Linen, Gingham,
Challis, Wool Crepe, Taffeta, Satin, Organza
Single Knits, Jersey, Swim Wear, Tricot
Leather, Suede, Oilcloth
Flannel, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin,
Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz,
Gabardine, Terrycloth, Quilted Fabric
Double Knits, Velour, Stretch Terry,
Sweater Knits
Leather, Vinyl, Suede
Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking, Twill
Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating,
Faux Fur, Burlap, Drapery Fabric
Leather, Suede
Type of needle
®
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER® 2000 Chromium regular point needle
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
2001 Chromium ballpoint needle
®
2045 Ballpoint needle
®
2000 Chromium regular point needle
®
2020 Regular point needle
®
2001 Chromium ballpoint needle
®
2045 Ballpoint needle
®
2032 Leather needle
®
2020 Regular point needle
®
2001 Chromium ballpoint needle
®
2045 Ballpoint needle
®
2032 Leather needle
SINGER® 2026 Denim needle
®
SINGER
SINGER
SINGER
2000 Chromium regular point needle
®
2020 Regular point needle
®
2032 Leather Needle
Needle size
11
9
11
11
11
11
14
14
14
14
14
14
16
16
16
16
Very Heavy
Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics
SINGER
SINGER
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®
2000 Chromium regular point needle
®
2020 Regular point needle
16
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Balancing Thread Tension
9
1
3
2
4
Correct tension:
The ideal straight stitch has threads locked evenly
between two layers of fabric.
For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not
show on the right side of the fabric, and the needle
thread shows slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.
1 Needle thread
2 Right side of the fabric
3 Wrong side of the fabric
4 Bobbin thread
Different threads and fabric types may require slight
adjustments in the tension. Before making adjustments
determine first that the machine is threaded correctly
and the proper needle is being used.
5
Adjusting the tension
Thread tension may need adjusted for many reasons:
4
5
6
7
3
2
1
8
0
6
Thread weight, fabric type, layers of fabric, needle type
and stitch pattern selected.
Before adjusting the tension consult information on the
LCD screen for the recommended tension setting for
selected stitch pattern.
5 Setting mark
6 Tension control dial
7 Recommended tension setting
7
2
1
3
If needle thread tension is too tight:
The bobbin thread will appear on the right side of the
fabric. Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the
dial to a lower number.
4
If needle thread tension is too loose:
2
3
1
The needle thread will appear on the wrong side of the
fabric. Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the
dial to a higher number.
4
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Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure
1
2
The presser foot pressure dial should be set at “3” for
regular sewing.
Reduce the pressure for appliqué, sewing on fine
synthetics and elastic fabrics.
Set the dial at “1” when sewing on extra fine fabrics.
1 Foot pressure dial
2 Setting mark
3 Recommended setting
NOTE
Do not reduce the foot pressure lower than “0”.
3
1
Dropping the Feed Dogs
The feed dogs can be lowered by the drop feed dog
control lever.
2
3
4
Move the drop feed control lever to the right to lower
the feed dogs.
Move the drop feed control lever. The feed dogs will
not physically come up until the handwheel is rotated
toward you one full revolution, or until you start to sew.
1 Feed dog lever
2 Feed dog down
3 Feed dog up
Whenever the feed dogs are lowered a message
will come up on the LCD screen when foot control is
depressed.
An alarm will beep when starting to sew with the feed
dogs down, also. The machine will not sew unless the
following stitch patterns are selected.
MODE 1: 01, 02, 08 and 09
MODE 2: 25, 28, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, and 60.
When these stitch patterns are selected you must press
the foot control down again after you hear the alarm
and see the message on screen. The machine will not
sew with the feed dogs lowered when all other stitch
patterns are selected.
4 Message on the LCD screen
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