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- Page 1 ~ - - SINGER 4671...
- Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS You a-'e about to begin an adventure in creativity You are going to sew! And, you are going to sew with one of the easiest to use machines ever made The following features have been included on your machine, promising rewarding hours of uncomplicated sewing pleasure * Clearly defined thread path, reducing the possibility of threading errors.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Getting to Know Your Machine ..... Principat P a rts ........2 Accessories ..2. G etting Ready to Sew ........5 Fabric, Thread and Needle Table .... -
Page 4: Getting To Know Your Machine
SECTION 1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE Principal Parts < ;> 25~~~~~~~2 < >;A19 2~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > 8~~~1... - Page 5 Principal Parts 1 Hand Wheel provides a means for 14. Presser Foot Lifter, at the back of raising or lowering the needle. machire, lets you raise and lower presser foot. 2. Bobbin Winder lets you till the boDbin with thread quickly and easiy 15.
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Page 6: Accessories
ACCESSORIES The accessories for your machine are designed simplify many o your sewing projects. 1. General Purpose Needle Plate (A), and Presser Foot (B), are standard on the machine. Used for straight and zig- '1 1 zag sewing ~(A) 2. Zipper Foot (E). for inserting zippers (GgX2(E) 3. -
Page 7: Getting Ready To Sew
* The table below is a practical gutide to needle and thread selhechons lor most situations * Refer to it before starting to sew. Be sure to the same size anid type of threadl in both needlte and bobbin For best results, use only genuine Singer' needles. Thread Fanatic... -
Page 8: Important Safeguards S
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1 Remove plug from the socket outlet when changing needles, feet, or needle plates, or when leaving the machine unattended. This eliminates the possibility of starting the machine by accidentally pressing the speed controller 2. Before removing the bobbin case, remove plug from the socket outlet 3. -
Page 9: Connecting The Machine/Running The Machine
CONNECTING THE MACHINE The solid state system assures constant speed as you maintain the same pressure on the controller when sewing through various fabric thicknesses Unwind the air control hose from foot operated speed controller Always be sure air hose is not blocked Pressing on the controller, you should feel a slight air flow from the hose. -
Page 10: Choosing And Changing Needles
CHOOSING AND CHANGING NEEDLES IMPORTANT: For best sewing results, use only Singer needles. Check the needle package. and the Fabric Thread and Needle Table on page 5. for the correct needle and fabric combination <UN~~~~~~~~~~~~~~o tt'~ . Raise needle to its highest position... -
Page 11: Changing The Presser Foot
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT (B) (E) (J) (L) Your machine comes with the General Purpose Presser Foot already attached You easily change to any one of the other prpsser leet which snap onto a common sharik by following the directions below needle to its highest posltion by .Raise turning hand wheel toward you... -
Page 12: Replacing Presser Foot With Shank
REPLACING PRESSER FOOT WITH SHANK Presser feet with built-ini shanks can be replaced as lollows: Turn marhine off *Raise needle and presser toot <> * Loosen presser foot screw (1) and remove presser foot with shanik (2) guiding toward iou and to the ngiht replace : j . - Page 13 THREADING THE MACHINE Your sewing machine is easily threaded, Tension discs, guides and take-up lever have been designed as internal parts. eliminating many extra threading steps. The clear threading path helps you avoid threading errors. To thread your machine correctly, simply follow the steps below: * Raise presser foot litter.
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Page 14: Winding A Bobbin
WINDING A BOBBIN Winding a bobbin is quick and easy when you follow the directions below Always wind the bobbin before threading the machine. * Push in indent (1) on hand wheel disc, This will stop the needle from moving. This step is not necessary if your machine does not have hand wheel disc. - Page 15 INSERTING A WOUND BOBBIN To insert a bobbin, follow the instructions below, Raise presser foot. 72:iql | | r ivt Turn hand wheel toward you until needle highest position, <'- K :>t5/1 t -. tiS@- Open slide plate and remove bobbin (/1f fit _ 1 Pull 4"...
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Page 16: Raising The Bobbin Thread
RAISING THE BOBBIN THREAD Once the needle has been threaded and the bobbin placed in the bobbin case, the bobbin thread must be brought up through the hole in the needle plate, 1. Hold needle thread with left hand Turn hand wheel slowly toward you. lowering needle into hole in plate. -
Page 17: Selecting A Pattern
SELECTING A PATTERN All the patterns your machine is capable of sewing are illustrated on the pattern display panel of your sewing machine, If your machine has 10 patterns, it will indicate patterns 1 through 14 If your machine has 13 patterns the panel will indicate patterns 1 througth 17 * Select a pattern by turning the selector dial and align the number on the dial with the dot above the dial... - Page 18 ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION The thread tension on your sewing machine has been pre set in the auto position to suit most sewing applicationis This auto tension feature eliminates the need for you to adjust the tension lever for the majority of your sewing projects Proper tension will produce identical sUitches on both the front and back of your fabric (1)
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Page 19: Sewing A Seam
SEWING A SEAM You can sew seams easily and accurately when you lollow the suggestions below BASTING Pin basting and hand basting are easy ways to make temporary seams betore machine sewing. /To pin baste, insert pins at stitching line, NEVER place pins on the underside of fabric in contact with the teed. - Page 20 KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT To keep seams straight. use one of the guidelines on the needle plate The most commonly used line (1) is extended onto the slide plate The crosslines (2) serve as guides when stitching square corners > ''> TURNING SQUARE CORNERS KAAF rTo turn a square corner, use crosslines on...
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Page 21: Darning
SEWING CURVED SEAMS * Basle seam line * Use a short stitch tor eiasiicltv a d strength ~~~Guide fabric to follow curve~ /firk seam guide may atso be used .The Attach when sewing curved seams seam gijide at an angle so that edge closer to the needle acts as a guide DARNING... -
Page 22: Inserting A Zipper
INSERTING A ZIPPER The zipper package will provide complete instructions for inserting zippers, RECOMMENDED SETTINGS Straight Stitch Stitch Selection: Stitch Width: 1-112 to 4 Stitch Length: Zipper (E) Foot: Genera? Purpose (A) Needle Plate: * When zipper is to the left of needle. attach left side ot zipper foot to shank The needle will enter left notch of foot, sewing close along zipper teeth,... -
Page 23: Special Stitches
SECTION 4 SPECIAL STITCHES The Special Stitches on your machine have a variety of practical and decorative uses In this section are recommended applications for each stitch. However, these stitches can be used for many other sewing projects. Before beginning a sewing project. check the Fabric, Thread and Needle Table on page 5 for the best needle and thread combination for your fabric. -
Page 24: Preparation
ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION Some Special Stitch patterns may require looser thread tension than others To find the proper tension for your application, make a test sample with the thread and fabric you will be using Proper tension produces a smooth, even stitch (1) Too much tension will produce a light stitch (2),... -
Page 25: Zig-Zag Stitch
ZIG-ZAG STITCH #6 The Zig-Zag Stitch can be used when sewing seams. appliqueing, monogramming or decorating. SEAM FINISHING , -X t Use a zig-zag stitch to finish seam edges of fabrics that are likely to unravel. 11 /1/ / Sew seams as desired; trim and press open RECOMMENDED SETTINGS Zig-Zag Stitch... -
Page 26: Multi-Stitch Zig-Zag
Position the hem under the presser l~~~~~~~oot with the soft fold resting against wall of the guide Be sure the flange of the guide is between the soft fold and the top of the hem, as shown the presser foot and begin ALower sewing making certain the straight stitches fall on the edge of the hem... -
Page 27: Crescent Stitch M#10
"M"SSTI TCH This stitch can be used for stretch seams and decorative stitching LACE TRIM ~ ~~~~~~~~~Lace trim may be added blouses, lin- t~t \1 gene and childrens wear ¢ < * Cut lace to desired size / Pin lace to right s:de ot fabric where desired RECOMMENDED SETTINGS I'wi... -
Page 28: Stretch Overedge Stitch
STRETCH OVEREDGE STITCH #11 With this stitch you can stitch and finish a seam in one step, It is also ideal for finishing seams, hems and facings requiring stretch, OVEREDGE SEAM . Baste seams. . Trim seam edge 1/4" (6mm) from basting line. -
Page 29: Ric Rac/Straight Stretch Stilch
RIC-RAC #13/STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCH#14 This is a heavy-duty, stretch stitch thal can also be used for topstitching ..TOPS..CHNG . Sew seams in usual manner and press > * For topstitching hard-to-reach areas, ,, /, iC T <it ~~~convert machine to free arni sewing 13/14 =RECOMMENDED... -
Page 30: Slant Overedge Stitch
SLANT OVEREDGE STITCH #16 (if your machine has this pattern) With the Slant Overedge Stitch you can stitch and finish a seam in one step. It is also Ideal for edging and appliqueing, EDGING Add a delicate touch to your sewing while tfinishing and reinforcing your edges ,,"/ Sew seams in usual manner and press,... -
Page 31: Four-Step Buttonholing
SECTION 5 FOUR-STEP BUTTONHOLING Your machine makes buttonholes in tour easy steps . You never need to move the fabric or . When making buttonholes on hard-to- reposition the needle. reach areas convert machine bed to free . Always make a practice buttonhole on a arm sewing. - Page 32 Step 4 * Seiect Buttonhole Stitch #4, _I-6 Stitch up to point (6) Raise needle, Raise presser foot and remove garment 2Ifrom machine, Clip thread ends. * Carefully cut buttonhole opening with a seam ripper or small, sharp scissors. ADJUSTING BALANCE OF tBUTTONHOLE it the two stitching sides of your buton hole are unequal, turn the stitch balance...
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Page 33: Caring For Your Machine
SECTION 6 CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE REMOVING AND REPLACING BOBBIN CASE CAUTION: Before cleaning or adjusting the machine, remove plug from the socket outlet, * Raise presser foot and needle. * Open slide plate and remove bobbin. To remove the bobbin case, the needle plate must be removed first. -
Page 34: Removing And Replacing Light Bulb
REMOVING AND REPLACING LIGHT BULB CAUTION: . Before changing light bulb, make sure you have removed plug from socket outlet. Be sure to replace the face plate which covers the light bulb before operating the machine. This machine is designed to use a 15-watt maximum light bulb. -
Page 35: Cleaning The Machine
CLEANING THE MACHINE Your machine is designed to give you many years of dependable service To ensure this reliability. take a few minutes to keep the machine clean How often you clean it depends on how often you use * Using the lint brish, remove lint or dust from: -presser bar -needle bar... -
Page 36: Performance Checklist
PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST When sewing ditficulties occur, look back through this manual to make sure you are correctly following the instructions, If you still have a problem, the reminders below may help you to correct it, Needle Does Not Move Lower Thread Breaks Is machine connected to electrical supply? Is bobbin correctly wound? is the power and light switch on? -
Page 37: Additional Accessories
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Additional Accessories for your sewing machine are available at your sewing center 1 (N) 1. Seam Guide (N). helps keep seam allowance even 2. Blindstitch Presser Foot (K), helps guide fabric for nearly invisible tWin 3TH) stitch hems. 3. -
Page 38: Index
INDEX Accessones ..4,35 Performance Checklist ..... 34 22.30 Balance ......Presser Feet . Basting ....Changing --..9,10 Blindstich Hem ..23,24 General General Purpose Bobbin ..pecial Purpose Winding A .. - Page 39 NO. 31711~1...