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Page 1: Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL SINGER and STUDIO are trademarks of The SINGER Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates. ©2014 The SINGER Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates. All rights reserved. -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
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. DANGER — To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ......5 BASIC STITCHES (Mode 1) ......27 Name of Parts ............5 Straight Stitch 01 .............27 Standard Accessories ..........6 How to sew with the straight stitch ......27 How to start stitching on the edge of thick fabrics ..27 GETTING READY TO SEW .......7 Securing seams ............ - Page 4 UTILITY STITCH PATTERNS MONOGRAMMING (Mode 4) ....... 67 (Mode 3) ............43 Selecting a Letter Style ......... 67 Buttonholes ............43-50 Programming Lettering ......... 68 Sewing sensor buttonholes ........44-46 Editing Lettering ........... 69 Corded buttonhole ............47 Inserting a letter (character) ........69 Changing buttonhole width .........
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Page 5: Machine Identification
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION Name of parts Presser foot pressure dial Thread take-up lever Thread guide plate Quick reference board Speed control lever Retractable thread guide Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper LCD screen 10. Function buttons 11. LCD contrast adjusting dial 12. -
Page 6: Standard Accessories
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 6. Blind hem foot G 7. Cording foot H 8. Overcasting foot M 9. -
Page 7: Getting Ready To Sew
GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply 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. -
Page 8: Functions Of Buttons
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 pre- wound bobbins may cause stitching problems. -
Page 9: Lcd Screen
LCD Screen 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. -
Page 10: 12 Pattern Selection Buttons
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. -
Page 11: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot
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 when putting different presser feet on and putting bulky fabrics under the presser foot. -
Page 12: Changing The Presser Foot
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. Press the button on the back of the presser foot holder and the foot will drop. -
Page 13: Variety Of Presser Feet And Their Uses
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. -
Page 14: Winding The Bobbin
1 Bobbin case cover plate release button 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. -
Page 15: Winding The Bobbin
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. -
Page 16: Inserting The Bobbin
Inserting the Bobbin Step 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread coming off counter clockwise. 1 Thread 2 Bobbin case Step 2 Guide the thread into notch (A) on the front of the bobbin case. Step 3 Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. -
Page 17: Threading The Machine
Threading the Machine 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. -
Page 18: Threading The Machine
Threading the Machine (continued) 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. -
Page 19: Automatic Needle Threader
Automatic Needle Threader 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 Turn the power switch off. -
Page 20: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 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. 1 Needle thread 2 Needle up/down button Step 2 Lift up the needle thread to bring up a loop of bobbin thread. -
Page 21: Changing Needles
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 Fabric Type of needle Needle size SINGER 2001 Chromium ballpoint needle ® Very Light Fine Lace, Net, Tulle SINGER 2045 Ballpoint needle ®... -
Page 22: Balancing Thread Tension
Balancing Thread Tension 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... -
Page 23: Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure
Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure 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... -
Page 24: Selecting The Sewing Mode
Selecting the Sewing Mode On the LCD screen, the mode number and the following information are displayed: 1 Stitch pattern 2 Recommended thread tension 3 Recommended foot 4 Stitch width 5 Stitch length 6 Recommended presser foot pressure 7 Single or twin needle setting Mode 1 Direct: Mode 1 Contains the 10 most commonly used utility stitches. -
Page 25: Help Button
Help Button The help button is designed to help you remember project options with the stitch pattern selected. Pressing this button will show alternative applications for the selected stitch pattern. Example: When the stitch pattern 01 from Mode 1 has been selected. -
Page 26: Customizing Machine Settings
Customizing Machine Settings You can customize the machine settings to your preference. Turn the power switch on while pressing the memory button and the LCD screen will show the machine setting window. 1 Memory button 2 Power switch 3 Machine setting window Resumption setting The last stitch pattern sewn before turning the power off will be recalled when turning the power on again. -
Page 27: Basic Stitches (Mode 1)
BASIC STITCHES (Mode 1) Straight Stitch 01 Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 01 (Mode 1) Thread tension: Presser foot: General purpose foot A Foot pressure: How to sew with the straight stitch Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. -
Page 28: Pivoting A Corner
Pivoting a corner Stop the machine a few stitches before the end of a seam. Press the needle up/down button a few times until the needle falls where you want to pivot. Raise the presser foot. Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing direction as desired. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Needle Position
Adjusting the needle position The needle position can be altered by pressing the stitch width adjusting button. The multiple needle movements can give you great stitching control when seaming and topstitching. Press the right side of the button (+ sign) to move the needle bar to the right. -
Page 30: Various Stitch Patterns For Seaming
Various Stitch Patterns for Seaming Choosing from the variety of straight stitch patterns can help you find the best position for the needle when seaming. The locking stitch patterns provide accuracy in locking stitches and make seams more attractive. Straight stitch 02 This stitch pattern starts the needle in a far left needle position. -
Page 31: Basting Stitch Pattern 07
Basting Stitch Pattern 07 Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 07 (Mode 1) Thread tension: Presser foot: Darning/Embroidery foot P-2 Foot pressure: Feed dog: Dropped The basting stitch pattern allows you to position and sew straight stitches to baste fabric together. These long stitches are easy to remove after the project is complete. -
Page 32: Zigzag Stitch Pattern 08
Zigzag Stitch Pattern 08 Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 08 (Mode 1) Thread tension: Presser foot: General purpose foot A Foot pressure: The zigzag stitch pattern is used for various sewing techniques including overcasting. A dense zigzag stitch pattern is called a satin stitch, and is most commonly used for appliqué. -
Page 33: Seam And Overcasting Stitch Patterns (Modes 1 And 3)
Seam and Overcasting Stitch Patterns (Modes 1 and 3) Overcasting stitches are used to finish the edges of fabric to prevent fraying. The SINGER Studio™ S18 sewing ® machine is equipped with overedge feet designed to create beautiful and flat seam finishes. -
Page 34: Knit Stitch Pattern 01
Seam and Overcasting Stitches (Continued) Knit stitch pattern 01 Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 01 (Mode 3) Thread tension: Presser foot pressure: This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. -
Page 35: Zipper Sewing
Zipper Sewing Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 01 (Mode 1) Thread tension: Presser foot: Zipper foot E Foot pressure: How to attach zipper foot E Remove presser foot from presser foot holder. Position the pin on the zipper foot under the groove of the presser foot holder. - Page 36 Step 3 Fold back the left seam allowance. Fold the right seam allowance under to form a 1/8” (0.2 to 0.3cm) fold. Position the zipper teeth next to the fold and secure in place with pins. 1 Lower fabric 2 End of the opening 3 Zipper teeth 4 1/8”...
- Page 37 Step 6 Close the zipper right side of seam allowance up. Be sure to have the left seam allowances open and flat (12) spread right seam allowance flat. From the right side baste the fabric and zipper tape together with foot A. Refer to Step 2 for machine baste set up.
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Page 38: Narrow Hemming With Narrow Hemmer Foot
Narrow Hemming with Narrow Hemmer Foot Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 01 (Mode 1) Thread tension: 2-6 Presser foot: Narrow hemmer foot D Foot pressure: Pre-folding and trimming of fabric will help facilitate an easier start with the narrow hemmer foot. Fold the edge of the fabric over 1/8 inch twice for a total of 1/4 inch. -
Page 39: Piecing And Quilting (Mode 2)
PIECING AND QUILTING (Mode 2) Piecing with Quarter Inch Seams Angle scale on the needle plate Your needle plate is marked with 4 common angles sewn in piecing. The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120 degrees. Attach the quarter inch foot with guide O on the presser foot holder. -
Page 40: Even Feed / Walking Foot
Even Feed / Walking Foot Quilting the pieced top, batting and backing are often done by stitching in the ditch with the even feed / walking foot. The open toe on this foot offers an unrestricted view when stitching in the seams of quilts. How to attach even feed / walking foot Remove the presser foot holder. -
Page 41: Quilting Options
Quilting Options Edge Guide/Quilting Bar This quilt bar attaches to the back of the presser foot holder. This allows you to use this accessory with a variety of feet. Select the best foot for the stitch pattern you want to sew. The bar can also be used as an edge guide for sewing deep hems. -
Page 42: Clasp Stitch Quilting
Clasp Stitch A popular method to hand quilt multiple layers of a quilt is a method called hand tying. Using the clasp stitch can simulate the hand stitch and speed up the process usually done by hand. Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 70 (Mode 2) Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot:... -
Page 43: Utility Stitch Patterns (Mode 3)
UTILITY STITCH PATTERNS (Mode 3) Buttonholes The 7 different styles of buttonholes will give you the buttonhole that fits your project. 11 Sensor Buttonhole This bartack buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. -
Page 44: Sewing Sensor Buttonholes
Sewing sensor buttonholes Buttonholes 11 and 13 to 17 are sensor buttonholes. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. Buttonhole Tips The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 3/16” (0.5cm) to 1” (2.5cm) in diameter. It is sometimes necessary to change the buttonhole’s size to match fabric, button size and threads in a project. - Page 45 Step 3 Pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go. 1 Buttonhole lever NOTE If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole lever, the LCD screen will display a message, the machine will sound a warning and sewing will stop after a few stitches.
- Page 46 Step 5 Start the machine to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole will be automatically sewn. Step 1: The machine will sew the front bartack and the left row first. Then it stitches back to the starting point with a straight stitch. Step 2: The machine will now sew the right row.
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Page 47: Corded Buttonhole
Corded buttonhole To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same machine set up and sewing procedure as with sensor buttonhole 11. Sewing over a cord when stitching a buttonhole provides stability in unstable fabrics. Buttonholes in loosely woven and stretch fabrics will remain stable after many washes using this application. -
Page 48: Changing Buttonhole Width
Changing buttonhole width Press the stitch width adjusting button and the adjusting window opens. Press on “+” to increase the buttonhole width. Press on “–” to decrease the buttonhole width. 1 Stitch width adjusting button 2 Narrower buttonhole 3 Wider buttonhole Changing buttonhole stitch density Press the stitch length adjusting button, the adjusting window opens. -
Page 49: Automatic Buttonhole
Automatic buttonhole This is also a bartack buttonhole similar to the sensor bartack buttonhole, but you can manually set and memorize the buttonhole size to sew buttonholes of the same size. This buttonhole is useful for bulky fabrics or when sewing on uneven layers. -
Page 50: Buttonholes
Step 3 Depress the foot control to sew the left side up to the required length of the buttonhole. Stop the machine and press the reverse button. 4 Required length 5 Reverse button Step 4 Depress the foot control to sew the right side of buttonhole. -
Page 51: Button Sewing
Button Sewing Buttons can be sewn quickly and very securely with your machine. Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 08 (Mode 1) Thread tension: 3-7 Presser foot: Button sewing foot T Foot pressure: Feed dog: Dropped Attaching the button sewing foot T Step 1 Attach the button sewing foot T by inserting the rear pin on the foot into the groove of the presser foot holder. -
Page 52: Darning
Darning Repairing holes neatly and securely can be a challenge. Using the automatic buttonholer makes very fine and secure stitching easily. Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 18 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R Foot pressure: Feed dog: Up Step 1 Attach the R foot and pull the button holder as far open as possible. -
Page 53: Adjusting For A Shorter Darning Area
Adjusting for a shorter darning area The darning pattern can be sewn less that 3/4” (2 cm). Step 1 Position foot over area to be prepared. When the proper distance is met, push the reverse button to set the length of the stitching. -
Page 54: Tacking
Tacking Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 19 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotch seams and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. To sew 9/16” Place fabric under the foot the program a tacking stitch. Depress the foot control and the machine will stitch in reverse the standard pre-set tack length. -
Page 55: Eyelet
Eyelet Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 20 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3 The eyelet is used for making holes for belts, crafts and cording. To sew Depress the foot control to sew. The machine will sew an eyelet and stop automatically when completed. -
Page 56: Blind Hem
Blind Hem Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 04 or 05 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 1-4 Presser foot: Blind hem foot G Foot pressure: 3 Select the pattern 04 for woven fabrics or pattern 05 for stretch fabrics. The stitch width of the blind hem stitch patterns 04 and 05 is adjusted by the needle drop position. - Page 57 Changing where the needle stitches Very fine adjustments are available to drop the needle barely into the fold of the fabric. The closer the stitch is to the edge of the fold the less the thread will show on the outside of the hem.
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Page 58: Shell Tucking
Shell Tucking Machine Setting Stitch pattern: 06 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 6-8 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3 Increase the needle thread tension to “6-8”. Fold and Fold is on bias stitch on the bias of woven fabrics. This technique works well on stretch fabrics, also. -
Page 59: Twin Needle Sewing
Twin Needle Sewing Twin straight stitching makes an attractive and functional hem in knit fabrics. Decorative stitch patterns sewn with a double needle add a whole new look to the stitch pattern. The distance between the needles will affect the required width setting. - Page 60 To sew Machine Setting Stitch Pattern: 23 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 2-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 3 Press the twin needle button The LCD screen shows a twin needle icon and the maximum permissible stitch width is restricted to 3.0 mm. 1 Twin needle icon 2 Maximum width (3.0) NOTE...
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Page 61: Programming Stitch Patterns And Button Functions In Mode 2 And 3
PROGRAMMING STITCH PATTERNS AND BUTTON FUNCTIONS IN MODE 2 AND 3 Programming Stitch Patterns and Button Functions Programming a Single Stitch Pattern with Auto-lock Stitch Pattern: 23 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2-3 Step 1 Select stitch pattern 23. -
Page 62: Programming Two Stitch Patterns
Programming Two Stitch Patterns Machine Settings Stitch Pattern: 23 and 25 (Mode 3) Thread tension: 3-6 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2-3 Step 1 Select the stitch pattern 23 in the Mode 3. Step 2 Press memory button. Step 3 Select the pattern 25. -
Page 63: Elongating Satin Stitch Patterns
Elongating Satin Stitch Patterns Patterns number 21-28 in the Mode 3 can be elongated up to x 5. Elongated stitches can be programmed into a stitch pattern sequence. Program stitch sequence and then move cursor under the stitch to be elongated. Select the elongation button and set the number of elongations for that stitch pattern. -
Page 64: Starting Programmed Stitch Patterns At The Beginning
Starting Programmed Stitch Patterns at the Beginning If the stitching is terminated before the end of the programmed stitch patterns it is easy to return to the beginning. To start at the beginning of the memorized sequence press the memory button. 1 Programmed pattern combination sewn 2 Stitching stopped 3 Press memory button. -
Page 65: Editing Programmed Stitch Patterns
Editing Programmed Stitch Patterns Uniform stitch adjustment (Modes 2 and 3 only) The stitch width and stitch length of programmed stitch patterns can be edited uniformly. Step 1 Program stitch patterns 36, 37 and 36 in Mode 3. See page 62 for programming instructions. Step 2 and 3 Press the stitch width adjusting button to edit the stitch width. -
Page 66: Customizing Individual Stitch Patterns (Mode 2 And 3 Only)
Customizing individual stitch patterns (Mode 2 and 3 only) The stitch width and length can be individually edited for each stitch pattern in a programmed combination. How to alter the stitch width and length of a single pattern in a combination Step 1 Press the Edit button to shift the cursor under the pattern you wish to alter. -
Page 67: Monogramming (Mode 4)
MONOGRAMMING (Mode 4) Selecting a Letter Style There are two styles of letters to choose from. Select block or script letter styles. Letter 1 Block Style 2 Block international alphabet 3 Script Button 4 Script international alphabet Press the letter style button to choose one of the following: 1 Block 2 Block international alphabet 3 Script... -
Page 68: Programming Lettering
Programming Lettering Machine Settings Stitch Pattern: A (Mode 4) Thread tension: 2-4 Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Foot pressure: 2-3 Step 1 Select the lettering Mode 4. Step 2 Select the letter “R” (pattern 28). The default lettering style is block. Step 3 Press the memory button. -
Page 69: Editing Lettering
Viewing a Long Text The LCD screen only shows 8 characters of the lettering at a time. If the entire text is not displayed, press the edit button or help button to scroll through the text. Pressing the edit button shifts the cursor and scrolls the text to the left. -
Page 70: Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns Uneven stitch patterns can be the result of various sewing conditions. Sewing speed, fabric type, fabric layers and unstable fabrics are some of the factors that effect the feeding of the fabric under the presser foot. Always check that you are following the machine settings for the stitch pattern you are stitching. -
Page 71: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Bobbin Case and Feed Dog WARNING Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. NOTE Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than what is explained on this page. Step 1 To disassemble bobbin case area, remove the needle and presser foot. -
Page 72: Replacing The Light Bulb
Replacing the Light Bulb WARNING Turn the power off before replacing the light bulb. The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down before touching it. To remove: Remove the setscrew. Remove the faceplate. Swing the lamp socket to the left and pull out the bulb. To replace: Insert a new bulb into the opening of the socket. -
Page 73: Problems And Warning Signals
Problems and Warning Signals Buzzer sounds and LCD screen pictures tell you that the machine is sensing a problem. These symbols are explained below and what action needs to be taken. Cause Warning Sign Action Connect the foot control and The power is turned on without the foot control restart the machine. - Page 74 Warning Sign Action Cause Elongation is applicable only to The elongation button is pressed when a satin stitches. pattern that cannot be elongated has been selected. The power is turned on again after auto Press the Thread cutter button thread cutting has been interrupted. to finish auto thread cutting.
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Page 75: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Humming sound from motors It is normal to hear a faint humming sound is coming from the internal motors. The pattern selection key area may get warm when the machine has been used for hours. Cause Condition Reference 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. The needle thread Page 15 2.