SINGER W1766 User Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR
SEWING MACHINE
UIHITE
POLARIZED PLUGS CAUTION
This product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact an electrician
to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
WHITE SEWING MACHINE COMPANY
Record in space provided below the Serial No. and
Model No. of this appliance.
The Serial No. is located on Bed Plate.
The Mcxtel No. is located on Rating Plate.
Serial No.
Model No.
Retain these numbers for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
folowed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using
(this sewing machine)
DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock:
An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this
appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
Always unplug before relamping, Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts.
WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance
is used by or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance 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
appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair,
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation open
ings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the 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 (“0") 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.
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 iabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to
break.
14. Unplug the sewing machine when making any adjustments in the needle area,
such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing
presser foot, etc.
15. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers,
lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the
instruction manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
Name of Parts........................................................................................................................
Accessories..........................................................................................................................2
Removing the extension table, free arm sewing...............................................................3
Before sewing {Power supply and Sewing lamp)
Fitting shank and quilting seam guide. Fitting of presser feet
Winding the bobbin............................................................................................................0
Removing bobbin case and bobbin.................................................................................7
Inserting bobbin into bobbin case
Inserting bobbin case into shuttle race...........................................................................8
Changing needle...................................................................................................................
Threading upper thread & Twin needle threading............................................................g
Drawing up bobbin thread................................................................................................tO
Changing sewing directions.............................................................................................tO
Adjusting.thread tensions
Regulating the presser foot pressure
Drop feed............................................................................................................................
Fatx’ic. Thread, Needle guide..........................................................................................13
Sewing (pattern selector) and operation table
To start sewing to finish a seam
Straight stitch......................................................................................................................
Blind hemming....................................................................................................................
Three step zig-zag..............................................................................................................
Overcasting edges-binding................................................................................................ig
Straight stretch stitch........................................................................................................20
Sewing on buttons............................................................................................................ 21
Sewing in zips.....................................................................................................................22
Button hole sewing............................................................................................................23
Hemming.............................................................................................................................24
Twin needle-freehand embroidery....................................................................................25
Cleaning of race .and shuttle hook...................................................................................26
Cleaning and oiling............................................................................................................27
Trouble shooting guide..................................................................................................... 28
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NAME OF PARTS (FRONT SIDE)
1 Pattern selector dial
2 Take up lever
3 Tread tension dial
4 Tread ^ide for upper
threading
5 Presser foot
6 Shuttle cover
7 Handle
8 Spool pin
9 Top cover
10 Stitch length dial
11 Reverse button
12 Face cover
(REAR VIEW)
Bobbin winder spindle
Extension table
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ACCESSORIES
Bobbin Felt
Button foot
Zigzag foot
{On machine)
Machine Oil
Zipper foot
Button hole cutter
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Needle
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REMOVING EXTENSION TABtE
FREE-ARM SEWING
To convert the machine from flat-bed use
to free-arm use simply remove the ex
tension table as shown.
1. Especially useful when sewing
sleeves, pants leg, tubular
fabrics,etc,more easily.
2. To sew tubular, just slip the
sleeve or pants leg on the free
arm as shown above.
3. This sewing machine can be
used as a flat bed machine,
but easily converts to free
arm machine by removing the
extension table.
BEFORE SEWING
1. Fit the machine plug into
the machine.
2. Plug the machine to the
power supply.
3. Sewing can be varied
by the speed controller.
(BE SURE TO FIT A
CORRECT PLUG TO SUPPLY
CORD)
1. Remove or install lamp from
inside of face cover.
2. Open face cover in direction
of arrow.
3. Remove lamp by unscrewing
it counter clockwise.
4. Install a new bulb by screw
ing it in clockwise.
5. Use only a 120V,
(Max) "Hi-Light" brand re
placement sewing machine
lamp. Available from your
Riccar stockist.
Important: When leaving the machine unattended, servicing, changing lamps
or removing covers, disconnect from the supply by removing
plug from the socket outlet.
FITTING SHANK
AND
QUILTING SEAM GUIDE
Raise the presser bar and fit shank as
shown. (1) ln»rt quilting/seam guide
carefully so as not to damage the holding
spring. 12)
FITTING OF PRESSER FEET
Raise the presser foot Pull the one-touch
lever towards you and the foot will be
released. Centre new foot under shank.
Lower shank until groove is directly
above and touching the pin. Pull onetouch lever towards you and the foot will
become engaged. (3, 4)
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holding spring
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Shank
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