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- Page 1 SINGER 5122...
- Page 2 This product is suppressed for radio and television interference in accordance with the International Electrotechnical Commission requirements of the CISPR. 19SO T, S Co Copyrighl All Rights Reserved Throughout the World...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Page Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Machine ..Principal Parts Accessories ..Chapter 2. Getting Ready to Sew Choosing and Changing Accessories ..Fabric W e ight T able ...... 1..Fabric Thread and Needle Table .. -
Page 4: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Machine
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Machine __2L, 24 1 principal parts 1. Needle Position Selector 10. Thread Cutter 19. Needle Clamp 2. Thread Guides 11. General Purpose Presser 20. Electrical Connections & Foot Speed Controller 3. Bobbin Winder Tension 12. -
Page 5: Accessories
accessories The accessories that come with your sewing machine are designed to help you do many kinds of sewing easily 1. Transparent Bobbins (No 541090) 2. Needles " Style 2020 is used for general sewing " Style 2045 is used for sewing knits, stretch fabrics and elastic. -
Page 6: Chapter 2. Getting Ready To Sew
Chapter 2. Getting Ready to Sew choosing and changing accessories CHANGING THE NEEDLE " Raise needle to its highest point by turning the hand wheel toward you. Loosen needle clamp screw A and remove the needle. " Insert new needle up into clamp B as far as it will go, with the flat side of the needle to the back. - Page 7 REMOVING AND REPLACING NEEDLE PLATE * Raise needle to highest position and raise presser foot. 1 Remove screws A and B using a large screwdriver. 2. Remove the needle plate by simply guiding it toward you. To replace deedle plate, guide needle plate into position under the presser foot.
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Page 8: Fabric Weight Table
FABRIC WEIGHT TABLE There are many types of fabric around the world, each manufactured with a specific fibre and weight. The fabrics below have been classified according to weight to give a small sample of what is available for purchase. FIBRE FILMY SHEER... - Page 9 Refer to this table to determine the weight and type of fabric you will be using in order to select the correct needle and thread combination. For correct needle and thread combination for your fabric, refer to the Fabric, Thread and Needle Table on the following pages.
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Page 10: Fabric Thread And Needle Table
FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE TABLE Choosing the correct needle and thread for your fabric is of utmost importance. Correct choice will make the difference in the wear and appearance of your new garment. The Fabric Weight Table on the previous page, and the Fabric, Thread and Needle Table below are practical guides to needle and thread selection. - Page 11 Find the fabric you are using in Type of Fabric column at left (silk, rayon, etc.). Then locate the your fabric fabric weight column (filmy, sheer, etc.) for your fabric at top of table. Read across from Type of will be Fabric column to correct weight of fabric column.
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Page 12: Operating The Machine
operating the machine CONNECTING THE MACHINE " Before plugging in your machine, be sure the • To run the machine and control speed, press electrical information on the side of the the speed controller E with your foot. The machine A, below the hand wheel, agrees harder you press, the faster the machine will with the range marked on your electrical sew,... -
Page 13: The Bobbin Thread
the bobbin thread Your sewing machine uses two threads to form a stitch. The upper thread comes from the spool and is threaded through the eye of the needle. The lower thread comes from the bobbin. Wind the bobbin before threading the machine. WINDING THE BOBBIN Preparation Steps 1 Raise the presser foot and turn hand wheel... - Page 14 REMOVING THE BOBBIN CASE When you prepare to sew, wind the bobbin first, then thread the machine. To Remove the Bobbin Case and Bobbin - * Turn hand wheel toward you to raise take-up lever to its highest position. 1. Open hook cover A as illustrated. 2.
- Page 15 REPLACING THE BOBBIN CASE 1. Hold bobbin case by latch, with about 7.5cm (3 inches) of thread leading off top of case. 2. Align protruding finger A with slot B and slide case on to stud C. * Release the latch and push case until it clicks into place.
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Page 16: Threading The Machine
threading the machine r ise the presser toot to release tension • Thread the needle-thread tension 4. Slide • sand make sure needle is in highest thread over metal plate into tension discs. Position, lead thread under needle-thread tension and * Place spool pin felts from accessories over tension wire by firmly pulling thread up and spool pins. -
Page 17: Raising The Bobbin Thread
RAISING THE BOBBIN THREAD Now that you have wound the bobbin and threaded the needle, raise the bobbin thread through the hole in the needle plate. I Wt L/o 11144 L~on1111 2. Continue turning hand wheel and holding 1. Hold needle thread lightly with left hand needle thread until needle rises and and turn hand wheel slowly toward you so brings up bobbin thread in a loop. -
Page 18: Chapter 3. Straight Stitching
Chapter 3. Straight Stitching adjusting machine stitch to suit your fabric Before you move the selectors to set your machine for straight stitching, turn the hand wheel toward you until the needle is above the needle plate. SETTING SELECTORS *Stitch Width: I Needle Position: I I•... - Page 19 ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH The stitch length dial controls the length of stitches. The numbers around the edge of the To Shorte,.0B To Lengthen dial express stitch length in mm; the tower the number, the shorter the stitch. Generally, shorterI& stitches are best for lightweight fabric, longer stitches for heavy fabric.
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Page 20: Sewing A Seam
sewing a seam ~~Needle Position.m * Stitch Width: * Stitch Length: To suit fabric * General Purpose Needle Plate General Purpose Foot 1 1.Raise presser foot. Pull thread back under presser foot leaving at least I10cm (4 inches) of thread. 2. -
Page 21: Applications
applications ZIPPER INSERTION How the zipper is inserted will depend on the type of garment and the location of the zipper. With the adjustable zipper foot, you will find it easy to sew an even line of stitching close to the zipper. -
Page 22: Chapter 4. Basic Zig-Zag Stitching
Chapter 4. Basic Zig-Zag Stitching adjusting machine stitch to suit your fabric You can do functional as well as decorative zig- zag stitching with your sewing machine, setting selectors Before turning selector, make sure needle is out of the fabric. For plain zig-zag stitching: * Needle Position: * Stitch Width:... -
Page 23: Adjusting Presser Foot Pressure
ADJUSTING NEEDLE-THREAD TENSION Too Little Tension Zig-zag stitching requires less needle-thread tension than straight stitching. Make a test sample with the fabric and thread you plan to use so that you can adjust the ten- sion properly The stitches should lie flat against the fabric without causing the fabric to pucker. -
Page 24: Satin Stitching
satin stitching When you wish to produce a satin stitch, make a test sample first so you can adjust stitch length and thread tension properly. Soft fabric may require a backing to ensure a firm stitch. Crisp organdy, lawn or a fusible interfacing are suitable for this purpose. -
Page 25: Applications
applications APPLIQUE Applique adds beauty and interest to clothing and household linens. You can create your own design, trace a simple outline from a colouring book, or use a motif cut from a printed fabric. Fabric of similar or different textures combine equally well. A closely spaced plain zig-zag stitch, commonly referred to as a satin stitch, is used for applique work. -
Page 26: Chapter 5. Twin-Needle Stitching
Chapter 5. Twin-Needle Stitching The twin-needle simultaneously produces two Procedure parallel, closely spaced lines of pattern stitch- ing. You can stitch with either one or two col- Insert twin-needle. ours of thread. e Thread as for single-needle stitching, except Twin-needles No. 2011 must be purchased pass thread between centre and back tension separately at your local Sewing Centre. -
Page 27: Chapter 6. Performance Checklist
Chapter 6. Performance Checklist Whenever sewing difficulty is encountered, re~view the sections of the instruction book that ex- plain the operation you are performing to make sure you are using the machine correctly, If the problem still exists, the following checklist may help you to correct it. If you still have difficulties, call your nearest Sewing Centre. -
Page 28: Chapter 7. Caring For Your Machine
Chapter 7. Caring for Your Machine CLEANING AND OILING YOUR MACNINE CAUTION: Before cleaning your machine, dis- cP®connect power line plug from your socket outlet. Periodically, depending on usage, clean and oil your machine as follows, using one drop of oil on areas indicated: Interior Areas *Top... - Page 29 *Bobbin and Feed Areas To clean bobbin and feed areas, remove nee- dle plate, as instructed on page 5. Using soft cloth or brush, clean area as illustrated. Replace needle plate, as instructed on page 5. *Exterior AreasI If necessary, a mild solution of soap and water may be used on exterior areas to remove stubborn stains.
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Page 30: Chapter 8. Free-Arm Sewing
Chapter 8. Free-Arm Sewing Fabric handling, when sewing tubular and hard to reach garment areas, is simplified when you convert your sewing machine to free-arm sew- ing. " To convert machine to free-arm sewing, simply slide the extension bed off the machine as illustrated. -
Page 31: Personal M Easurem Ents
your personal measurements This chart will enable you keep a record your measurements. You will need the assistance of someone to help you to take the measurements carefully with an accurate tape measure. The illustrations show where tape measure should be placed when taking each measurement. As a starting point, use a ribbon firmly but comfortably tied at the waist before taking measure- ments. - Page 32 Index Accessories ..Changing Plates ..... . 23 General Purpose ....Applique" ..Bobbin ......Needle Position Selector ..2, 16, 20 16, 20 Setting ...... . W inding ......Operating the Machine ... .
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