Singer 201P Installation and operation manual

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SINGER
ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE
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Copyright © 1953 by The Singer Manufacturing Company
Copyright Under International Copyright Union
* a Trademark of THe SINGER MANUFACTURING COMPANY

AS THE OWNER OF THIS SINGER SEWING ~ Wy
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You own a machine with a tradition of superior crafts- yj
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manship—a tradition you will recognize in the \ ee
smooth, efficient operation of this splendid sewing JS
machine. Operating either forward or backward, it = Be
forms a lock stitch. AN
The machine and the foot- or knee-operated speed
control are stored in any one of a variety of versatile
and attractive sewing machine cabinets with extra
room for Sewing accessories.
You are entitled to instructions on your machine
when you become the owner of a new SINGER. A
skilled, SINGER-trained teacher personally guides
you and assists you in learning the fundamentals of
home sewing. Other courses embracing all phases
of home sewing are available at low cost.
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SINGER SERVICE
Wherever you go you will find expert, depend-
able SINGER Service nearby. SINGER is inter-
ested in helping you keep your SINGER
Sewing Machine in top condition. That's why
it makes sense to call your SINGER Represen-
cative if your machine ever requires attention.
He will submit a written estimate for your
approval. Look for the familiar red ‘‘S’’ on
your SINGER SEWING CENTRE and the
handy SINGER Service Car.
Z| ed EVERYTHING FOR THE WOMAN WHO SEWS
Tine The answer to your sewing needs 1s at your SINGER
SINGER SEWING CENTRE. There you will find a wide
OT )©= choice of patterns, buttons and thread, as well as
NO mm wm) = Finishing Services such as covering buttons, making
Z belts and buckles, to mention a few. Look under
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Wes Singer Sewing Machine Company in your telephone
directory for the SINGER SEWING CENTRE
nearest you.
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SPOOL PIN
PRESSURE REGULATING BOBBIN WINDER
THUMB SCREW STOP LATCH
HANO WHEEL
THREAD TAKE-UP ARM
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PRESSER BAR LIFTER |
FACE PLATE
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TENSION INDICATOR mt
THREAD car} 4
SPAIN @
STITCH REGULATOR
AND FEED
REVERSING HANDLE
THREAD
GUARD
SPIN
TERMINAL
BODY
THREAD CUTTER
PRESSER BAR t
PRESSER FOOT 4
THUMB SCREW
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BOBBIN WINDER
THREAD TENSION
BOBBIN WINDER
SPOOL PIN
NEEDLE CLAMP
BED SLIOE PLATE FEED O06
Fig. 2. Names of Principal Parts of Machine
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ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Motor
The SINGER‘? electric motor, located at
back of machine, is regularly furnished
for operation from a 250 volt direct cur-
rent or alternating current, 25 to 75
cycles, supply. Motors are also avail-
able for operation on AC and DC from
supplies having a voltage other than
250. Special motors can be furnished for
32 volt direct current.
To Connect Machine to Electric Service Line
Before connecting the machine to elec-
tric service line, be sure that the voltage
and the number of cycles stamped on the
motor nameplate are within the range
marked on the electric meter instafled
by the electric power company.
Push terminal plug into the three-pin
terminal body (see Fig. 2, page 4) at
the right of machine and connect plug at
other end of cord to an electric outlet.
CAUTION
When you have finished your sewing, always dis-
connect plug from electric outlet.
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To Turn Light “on” or “off”
To turn on light, reach over
machine arm and turn switch
A, to right. To extinguish light
turn switch to left.
SINGER Light
Fig. 3. Removing
and Replacing the Bulb

LOCKS ~~~
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UNLOCKS =~:
Fig. 4. Locking or Fig.15. Inserting
Unlocking Bulb Pin Bulb in Socket
To Remove the Bulb
Grasp light socket so that thumb extends over switch A . Then press
shade with thumb at B to release shade from two catches and slide it
halfway out of shade holder C . Then press bulb into socket and at
same time turn bulb over from machine as far as it will go to unlock
pin D (see Fig. 4). Withdraw the bulb.
To Insert a New Bulb
Press bulb into socket and turn it over toward machine until pin D
enters notch in socket (see Fig. 4). Return shade to its normal
position as shown in Fig. 3.

NEEDLES AND THREAD
This machine uses a 15X1 Needle
—available in sizes 9, 11, 14, 16,
18, 19 and 21.
For perfect stitching, the thread should
be selected according to the fabric to be
stitched and the needle must be the
correct size for the thread which must
pass freely through eye of needle. Select
the correct needle according to the chart
on page 9. Be sure that needle is not
blunt or bent
TO SET THE NEEDLE
Raise needle bar to its highest position
and loosen thumb screw E in needle
clamp. Insert needle, with its flat side
to the left, up into the needle clamp as
far as it will go, then tighten thumb
screw E,
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Fig. 6. Setting the Needle

CHART SHOWING THE RELATIONSHIP OF TYPES OF FABRICS, THREAD
AND NEEDLE SIZES AND MACHINE STITCH SETTINGS
TYPES OF FABRICS THREAD SIZES
Thin Silk, muslin, all delicate fabrics such as Pure Silk Nylon
organza, nylon organza, and sheer fabrics, such 50 Mercerized
as chiffon. 60 or 80 Cotton
Handkerchief Linen, Dress Nylon, Taffetas, All fine Pure Silk
Synthetics, Silk Brocade, Silk Velvet. 50 Mercerized
60 Cotton, Nylon
Shirtings, Linen, Dress Cottons, Fine Denim, House- Pure Silk
hold Linen, Lightweight Wools, Rayon, Cotton and 50 Cotton
Silk Brocades, Velveteen Corduroy Velvet. 50 Mercerized
All heavy calicos, Heavy Wools, Fur Fabrics, Drill, 40 Cotton
Fine Plastic Leather, Heavy Denim. 40 Mercerized
Bedding, Heavy Upholstery, Tickings, Leather- 36 Mercerized Cotton
ettes, Moquette 36 Cotton
40 Linen
Canvas, Burlap, Duck, Sails, All heavy or coarse 24 Cotton
materials 40 Linen
Heavy Cotton
Plastic Materials Mercerized Cotton
Nylon
When ordering needles, always specify ‘Class and Variety 15 x 1" and state the size and quantity required.
You will obtain the best stitching results from your Sewing Machine if it is fitted with a SINGER needle.
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