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  • Page 1 1408 / 1409 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be needle causing it to break. followed, including the following: 9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.
  • Page 3 Congratulations As the owner of a new Singer sewing machine, you are about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity. From the moment you first use your machine, you will know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing machines ever made.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Reverse Sewing/ Removing the Work/Cutting the Thread .....................15 Blind Hem ....................................16 Sew 4-step Buttonholes ................................17 Sewing on Buttons (Model 1408 only) ...........................18 Sewing on Buttons (Model 1409 only)...........................19 Free Motion Darning, Stippling ..............................20 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table..........................21 Attaching the Presser Foot Shank............................22...

  • Page 5: Principle Parts Of The Machine

    Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Thread tension dial 2. Thread take-up lever 3. Thread cutter Face plate Presser foot 6. Needle plate 7. Removable extension table/ accessory storage 8. Pattern selector dial 9. Bobbin stopper 10. Stitch length dial (Model 1409) 11.
  • Page 6 Principal Parts of the Machine 12. Handle 13. Bobbin winding spindle 14. Spool pins 15. Handwheel 16. Power and light switch 17. Main plug socket 18. Bobbin thread guide 19. Presser foot lifter 20. Foot speed control 21. Power cord...

  • Page 7: Connecting Machine To Power Source

    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.

  • Page 8: Two Step Presser Foot Lifter

    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)

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Accessories Standard accessories (1) 1 Standard accessories a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Button sewing foot e. L-screwdriver f. Seam ripper/ brush g. Spool pin felt (2x) h. Pack of needles (3x) i. Edge/ quilting guide j.

  • Page 10: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the Bobbin - Place the thread and Spool pin felt (a) onto the spool pin. (1) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle. (3) - Push bobbin spindle to right. (4) - Hold thread end.

  • Page 11: Inserting The Bobbin

    Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. 1. Open the hinged cover. 2. Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. 3. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow).

  • Page 12: Threading The Upper Thread

    Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just slightly begins to descend.

  • Page 13: Raising The Bobbin Thread

    Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table.

  • Page 14: Thread Tension

    Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4". (1) To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. A. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. B.

  • Page 15: How To Choose Your Pattern

    How to Choose Your Pattern To select a stitch, simply turn the pattern selector dial (a). The pattern selector dial may be turned in either direction. The following page shows the recommended range of stitch lengths. Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial (b) according to the fabric being used.

  • Page 16: Stitch Length Dial (Model 1409 Only)

    Stitch Length Dial (Model 1409 only) Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight stitch setting. (1) Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual stitches will decrease as the dial approaches "0".

  • Page 17: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot controller to start sewing.

  • Page 18: Reverse Sewing/Removing The Work/Cutting The Thread

    Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position and the needle begins to descend, raise the presser foot and remove work behind...

  • Page 19: Blind Hem

    Blind Hem For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, etc. Blind hem for stretch fabrics. Blind hem/ lingerie for firm fabrics. Note: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a Model 1409 only sewing test first. Blind Hem: Turn up the hem to the desired width and press. Fold back (as shown in Fig.

  • Page 20: Sew 4-Step Buttonholes

    Sew 4-step Buttonholes Prepare 1. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3cm (1/8") for bartacks to obtain correct buttonhole length; mark buttonhole size on fabric (a). 3.

  • Page 21: Sewing On Buttons (Model 1408 Only)

    Sewing on Buttons (Model 1408 only) Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position and lower the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial for the second zig-zag pattern (as shown), which should correspond to the distance between the two holes of the button.

  • Page 22: Sewing On Buttons (Model 1409 Only)

    Sewing on Buttons (Model 1409 only) Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to button sewing foot. (2) Position the work under the foot. Place the button in the desired position and lower the foot. Set the Pattern Selector Dial on " " and sew a few securing stitches.

  • Page 23: Free Motion Darning, Stippling

    Remove the presser foot shank. (3) Attach the darning/ embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. The lever (a) should be behind the needle clamp screw (b). Model 1408 Model 1409 Press the darning/ embroidery foot on firmly from behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (c).

  • Page 24: Installing The Removable Extension Table

    Installing the Removable Extension Table Hold the removable extension table horizontally, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (1) To remove the extension table, pull it toward the left. The inside of the removable extension table can be utilized as an accessory box.

  • Page 25: Attaching The Presser Foot Shank

    Attaching the Presser Foot Shank Raise the presser foot bar (a) with the presser foot lifter. Attach the presser foot shank (b) as illustrated. (1) Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank (b) using the presser foot lifter, until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d).

  • Page 26: Needle/Fabric/Thread Chart

    Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller hole than standard SINGER 2032 large needle.) Note : ® 1. For best sewing results always use genuine SINGER needles. 2. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches.

  • Page 27: Darning Plate

    Install the darning plate as illustrated. For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/embroidery foot, available as an optional accessory ® from authorized SINGER retailers. (See page 6 for part number of darning/embroidery foot )

  • Page 28: Inserting & Changing Needle

    Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results ® always use SINGER Brand Needles. Insert the needle as illustrated as follows: A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle.

  • Page 29: Changing The Bulb

    - Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) - Remove the face plate (B). (2) - Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). (3) - Replace the face plate and tighten screw. ® Should there be any problem, consult your authorized SINGER retailer.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Correction Upper thread 1. The machine is not threaded correctly. 1. Rethread the machine. breaks 2. The thread tension is too tight. 2. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. The thread is too thick for the needle. 3.
  • Page 31 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.

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