Singer 8280 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately
after using and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type
rated 10 watts (110-1 0V area) or 15 watts ( 0- 40V area).
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
DANGER-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when this appliance is used by or near children.
. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer
as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is
not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped
into water.
Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service
center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked. Keep
ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free
from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required
around the sewing machine needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate, The wrong plate can cause
the needle to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle
causing it to break.
9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any
adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle,
changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and
the like.
10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user
servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
1 . Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then
remove plug from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
16. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is
75dB(A).

Congratulation
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.
May we recommend that, before you start to use your
sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and
the ease of operation by going through this instruction
book, step by step, seated at your machine.
To ensure that you are always provided with the most
modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the
right to change the appearance, design or accessories of
this sewing machine when considered necessary.
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Felicitacione
Como propietario/ a de una nueva máquina de coser
Singer, ud acaba de iniciar una gran oportunidad para
plasmar su creatividad.
Desde el momento en que utilice por primera vez su
máquina, se dará cuenta de que está cosiendo con una de
las más fáciles de utilizar máquinas de coser nunca antes
conocida.
Para cerciorarse de que siempre dispondrá de las más
modernas capacidades para coser, el fabricante se reserva
el derecho de cambiar la apariencia, diseño y accesorios de
está máquina cuando lo considere necesario.
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COMPANY LIMITED
Copyright © 001
Todos los derechos reservados para todos los países.
Le recomendamos encarecidamente que, antes de comenzar
a utilizar su máquina de coser, conozca las numerosas
ventajas y su facilidad de uso leyendo detenidamente este
manual de instrucciones, paso a paso, sentado ante su
máquina.

Li t of content
Principal parts
How to choose your pattern
of the Machine................................................................................................................................................................................................................. /3
the snap-in sewing table .............................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Two-step presser foot lifter/ .....................................................................................................................................................................9
Inserting and changing needles ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................13
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Straight stitch and twin needle ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Zigzag stitching ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Blind hem/ lingerie stitch .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Sew 4-step buttonholes............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Applique and blindstitch applique.............................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Quilting functions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Mending ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Staystitching.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Traditional PinTucks.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Gathering .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
Couching ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Connecting machine to power source........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Changing the bulb ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Attaching the presser foot holder .............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Winding the bobbin ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Inserting the bobbin..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Threading the upper thread......................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Thread tension .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Reverse sewing/ Remove the work/ Cutting the thread ...........................................................................................................................................................................
Matching needle/ fabric/ thread................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 0
Sewing on buttons.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Zippers and piping.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Mutlti-stitch zig-zag/ Bar tack ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Free motion darning, stippling..................................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Decorative stitches...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Trouble shooting guide.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Installing
Adjusting presser foot pressure
Raising the bobbin thread

1. Thread tension dial
. Presser foot pressure adjustment
3. Thread take-up lever
4. Thread cutter
5. Presser foot
6. Needle plate
7. Removable sewing table/ accessory storage
8. Reverse sewing lever
9. Bobbin stopper
10. Stitch length dial
11. Pattern selector dial
Principal part of the machine
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Detalle de la máquina
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Disco de tensión
Ajuste del prensatelas de presión
Palanca tensora del hilo
Cortahilos
Prensatelas
Placa de la aguja
Mesa de coser convertible/ almacenamiento para accesonio
8 Placa frontal
Tapón de bobina
Disco de largo de puntada
Disco selector de dibugo

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Principal part of the machine
1 . Horizontal spool pin
13. Bobbin winder
14. Handwheel
15. Power and light switch
16. Main plug socket
17. Bobbin thread guide
18. Upper thread guide
19. Face plate
0. Handle
1. Presser foot lever
. Foot speed control
3. Power cord
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Portabobinas
Bobinadora
Volante
Interruptor principal y de la luz
Enchufe de conexión a la red
Guía del hilo superior
Guía de la devanada
Palanca para coser hacia átras
Asa de transporte
Elevador del prensatelas
Control de la velocidad de arrastre
Cable de alimentación
Detalle de la máquina

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Acce orie
Standard acce orie (1) Optional acce orie (2)
a. All purpose foot
b. Zipper foot
c. Buttonhole foot
d. Button sewing foot
e. L-screwdriver
f. Seam ripper/ brush
g. Oil bottle
h. Pack of needles
I. Bobbin (3x)
j. Seam guide
k. Darning plate
l. Spool holder
(These 6 accessories are not
supplied with this machine; they are
however available as special
accessories from your local dealer.)
m. Quilting foot
n. Overcasting foot
o. Hemmer foot
p. Blind hem foot
q.
r. Darning foot
Satin stitch foot
Acce orie
Acce orio e tándar (1) Acce orio opcionale (2)
a. Prensatelas universal
b. Prensatelas para cremalleras
c. Prensatelas para ojales
d. Prensatelas para coser botones
e. Destornillador en L
f. Rasgador de costuras/ cepillo
g. Aceitera
h. Paquete de agujas
i. Canilla (3x)
j. Guía de costura
k. Plancha de zurcido
l. Portacarrete
m.
n. Prensatelas para sobrehilar
o. Pie para ruedos
p. Pie para puntada ciega
q. Prensatelas de puntada de raso
r. Prensatelas de zurcido
(Estos 6 accesorios no se suministran
con esta máquina.
Sin embargo, están disponibles como
accesorios especiales a través de su
distribuidor local.)
Prensatelas de acolchado
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006806008 006905008 006909008 006914008
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006803008 006800008
pqr
00601600800681 008
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In talling the nap-in ewing table
Keep the snap-in sewing table horizontal, and push it in the direction of the
arrow. (1)
The inside of the snap-in sewing table can be utilized as an accessory box.
To open, lift up at the point of the arrow. ( )
In talación de la me a de co er convertible
Mantenga horizontal la mesa de coser convertible y empújela en la dirección
de la flecha. (1)
El interior de la mesa puede utilizarse como almacenamiento para
accesorios.
Para abrirla, elévela siguiendo la dirección de la flecha. ( )

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. ( )
Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. (3)
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to power
source.
Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
The foot control must be used with the appliance by 4C-316B (110-1 0V
area) / 4C-3 6G ( 30V area) / 4C-316C or 4C-3 6C ( 0- 40V area)
manufactured by MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.
Press main switch (A) for power and light on " l ".
For appliance with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If it does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
Attention:
Foot control
Attention:
Sewing light
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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Connecting machine to power ource
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Polarized attachment plug
Conductor intended
to be grounded

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C
Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from
the main socket!
Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-1 0V area) or 15 watts
( 0- 40V area).
- Remove the screw (A) as illustrated. (1)
- Remove the face plate (B).
- Unscrew the bulb and install a new one (C). ( )
- Replace the face plate and tighten screw.
Should there be any problem, ask your local dealer for advice.
Changing the bulb
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Cambio de la bombilla
Desconecte la máquina de la alimentación principal retirando el conector
desde la toma de corriente.
- Afloje el tornillo (A) según se ilustra. (1)
- Retire la placa frontal (B).
- Desenroscar la bombilla e instalar una nueva (C). ( )
- Volver a colocar la placa frontal y apretar el tornillo.
Si surge algún problema, consulte con su distribuidor local.
Sustituir la bombilla con otra del mismo tipo de 10 vatios (tensión de 110-
1 0V área) o 15 vatios (tensión de 0- 40V área).

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Two- tep pre er foot lifter
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised
for easy positioning of the work. (A)to a high rise position
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and requires no
particular readjustment according to the type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).
However, if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser
adjusting screw with a coin.
For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counter
, and for heavy fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.counterclockwise
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Elevador del pren atela de do tiempo
Adju ting pre er foot pre ure
Cuando se cose varias capas de tela gruesa, el prensatelas puede elevarse
a una posición alta para facilitar la colocación de la labor (A).
La presión del prensatelas de la máquina ha sido prefijada y no requiere
ningún reajuste particular de acuerdo con el tipo de tela (ligera o pesada).
Sin embargo, si necesita ajustar la presión del prensatelas, gire el tornillo de
ajuste de la presión con una moneda.
Para coser una tela muy fina, afloje la presión girando el tornillo a la
izquierda y para tela gruesa, apriete girando a derecha.
Aju te de la pre ión del pren atela

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Attaching the pre er foot holder
Raise the presser bar (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated. (1)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin
(d). ( )
Raise the lever (e). Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f)
will engage automatically.
Raise the presser foot. (3)
Raise the lever (e) and the foot disengages.
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust according to need
for hems, pleats, etc. (4)
Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the above operations!
Attaching the pre er foot
Removing the pre er foot
Attaching the eam guide
Attention:
Montaje del portapren atela
Eleve la barra del prensatelas (a). Monte el portaprensatelas (b) según se ilustra.
Baje el portaprensatelas (b) hasta que el corte (c) esté directamente por
encima del perno (d). Eleve la palanca (e).
Baje el portaprensatelas (b) y el prensatelas (f) se engranará automáticamente.
Eleve el prensatelas.
Eleve la palanca (e) y se desacoplará el prensatelas.
Monte la guía del cosido (g) en la ranura según se ilustra. Ajuste de acuerdo
con la necesidad de dobladillos, pliegues, etc. (4)
Gire el interruptor principal a la posición ("O") cuando realice cualquiera de
las anteriores operaciones.
Montaje del pren atela
De montaje del pren atela
Montaje de la guía de co tura
Atención:
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Winding the bobbin
- Place thread and spool holder big or small spool pin. (1/ )
- Wind thread anticlockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (3).
- Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (4).
- Push bobbin to right (5).
- Hold thread end (6).
- Step on foot control pedal (7).
- Cut thread (8).
- Press bobbin to left (9) and remove.
Plea e Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle is in "bobbin winding" position, the
machine will not sew and the hand wheel will not turn. To start
sewing, push the bobbin winder spindle to the left (sewing position).
Devanado de la canilla
- Coloque del hilo y sujetar con la tapa grande o la pequena en el
poste. (1/ )
- Devane el hilo a derechas alrededor de los discos de tensión de la
devanadora de la canilla (3).
- Devane la canilla según se ilustra y colóquela en el husillo (4).
- Empuje la canilla a la derecha (5).
- Sujete el extremo del hilo (6).
- Pise el pedal de control del prensatelas (7).
- Corte el hilo (8).
- Presione la canilla a la izquierda (9) y extráigala.
No olvide que cuando que cuando el husillo del devanador de la
canilla está en la posición de "devanado", la máquina no coserá y el
volante no girará. Para comenzar a coser, empuje el husillo del
devanador de la canilla a la izquierda (posición de cosido).

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In erting the bobbin
When in erting or removing the bobbin, the needle mu t be fully rai ed.
Attention:
- Open the hinged cover (1)
- Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. ( )
- Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread
runs in a clockwise direction (arrow) (3).
- Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger (4).
- Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch (5).
- Insert it into the shuttle (6).
Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin. 2
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Colocación de la canilla
La aguja tiene que e tar iempre arriba del todo al poner y acar la canilla.
El interruptor principal tiene que estar a .
- Abrir la tapa con charnela. (1)
- Abrir tapa de la caja de bobina (a) y quitar la caja de bobina. ( )
- Sujetar el porta-canilla con una mano. Poner la canilla de manera que el
hilo se devane en el sentido de las agujas del reloj (flecha). (3)
- Pasar el hilo por la ranura y por debajo del muelle. (4)
- Introducir el porta-canilla en el carril de la lanzadera sujetando la charnela
con el pulgar y el indice. (5/6)
("O")
Atención:

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In erting and 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
A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new
needle. (1)
B. The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back.
C/D. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.
Turn power switch to off ("O") before inserting or removing the needle.
Needles must be in perfect condition. ( )
Problems can occur with: A.Bent needles
B.Blunt needles
C.Damaged points
Attention:
as illustrated:
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Colocación y cambio de aguja
Cambie la aguja preiódicamente, sobre todo si muestra signos de desgaste y
origina problemas. Para mejores resultados de la costura, utilice siempre agujas
originales de Singer.
Inserta la aguja como se ilustra:
A. Afloje el tornillo de abrazadera de la aguja y vuélvalo a apretar después de
insertar la aguja nueva.
B. El lado plano de eje debe quedar hacia la parte posterior.
C/D. Inserte la aguja lo más arriba posible.
Gire el interruptor principal a la posición ("O") antes de insertar o retirar la aguja.
Las agujas deben estar en condición perfecta.
Pueden producirse problemas con: A. Agujas torcidas
B. Agujas despuntadas
C. Puntas deterioradas
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Threading the upper thread
This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by not
doing so .
- Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the
presser foot to release the tension discs.
For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before
threading.
- Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the holder with the
thread coming off the spool as shown. For small thread spools, place
small side of spool holder next to spool.( )
- Draw thread from spool through the upper thread guide (3) and pulling
thread through pre-tension spring as illustrated.
- Thread tension module by leading thread down right channel and up left
channel (4). During this process it is helpful to hold the thread between
the spool and thread guide (3).
- At the top of this movement pass thread from right to left through the
slotted eye of the take-up lever and then downwards again. (5)
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(7)
several sewing problems could result
Note:
Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (6) and then
down to the needle which should be threaded from front to back. Pull
about 6-8 inches of thread to the rear beyond the needle eye. Trim thread
to length with built in thread cutter.
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Thread ten ion
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Upper thread ten ion
Lower thread ten ion
Plea e note:
Basic thread tension setting: "4"
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. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to higher
number.
C. Thread tension too tight for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to lower
number.
D. Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing. Correct thread
tension is when a small amount of the upper thread appears on the bottom
side of fabric.
To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and
hold it by suspending it by the thread. Jerk it once or twice. If the tension is
correct, the thread will unwind by about an inch or two. If the tension is too
tight, it does not unwind at all. If the tension is too loose, it will drop too much.
To adjust, turn the small screw on the side of the bobbin case.
- Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing.
- There is no single tension setting appropriate for all stitch functions, thread
or fabric.
- A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is usually only
desirable for straight stitch construction sewing.
- 90% of all sewing will be between "3" and "5" .
- For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should
generally be less than for straight stitch sewing.
- For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less
fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your
fabric.

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Rai ing the bobbin thread
Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you
(counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle.
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 Sewing Table.
Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the
needle plate hole ( ). Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3)
Note:
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Elevación del hilo de la canilla
Sujete el hilo superior con la mano izquierda. Gire el volante (1) hacia usted
(a izquierdas) bajando y luego elevando la aguja.
Tire suavemente del hilo uperior para llevar el hilo de la canilla hacia arriba a
través del orificio de la placa de la aguja ( ). Dejar ambos hilos en la parte
posterior bajo el prensatelas (3).
Nota:
Si es dificil subir el hilo de la bobina, Revisar y este segura que el hilo no
este atrapado en la placa o en el brazo removible de la meza.

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Rever e ewing
Removing the work
Cutting the thread
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 forwards again. (1)
Turn the handwheel counterclockwise to bring the thread take up lever to its
highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind
( )
the needle
and presser foot.
Pull the threads behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of the
face plate and into thread cutter (B). Pull threads down to cut. (3)
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Para fijar el comienzo y el final de la costura, presione la palanca de mando de
coser para atrás.
Haga unas pocas puntadas hacia atrás. Suelte la palanca y la máquina coserá
de nuevo hacia delante (A). (1)
Gire el volante en sentido contrario a las agujas del reloj para llevar la
palanca tira-hilo a su posición más alta, eleve el prensatelas y retire la labor
detrás del prensatelas y la aguja. ( )
Cómo acar la labor
Co er para atrá
Tire de los hilos detrás del prensatelas. Guíe los hilos hacia el lado de la
placa frontal y dentro del cortahilos (B). Tire de los hilos hacia abajo para su
corte. (3)
Cómo cortar el hilo

Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
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Note twin needle: 1. Twin needles, can be purchased for utility and decorative work.
. When sewing with twin needles, sew only in center needle straight stitch or a narrow zig zag.
3. For best sewing results always use genuine SINGER needles.
4. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches.
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD
NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION
IMPORTANT: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric.
9-11 (70-80)
11-14 (80-90)
14 (90)
16 (100)
18 (110)
Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks, cotton
knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon, polyester or
cotton wrapped polyester.
Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens, outdoor tent and quilted fabrics, denims,
upholstery material (light to medium).
Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some leathers and vinyls. Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
(Use heavy foot pressure-large numbers.)
Most threads sold are medium size and suitable
for these fabrics and needle sizes.
Use polyester threads on synthetic materials and
cotton on natural woven fabrics for best results.
Always use the same thread on top and bottom.
Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin, kettle cloth, sailcloth, double knits, lightweight
woollens.
NEEDLES EXPLANATION TYPE OF FABRIC
SINGER 0 0 Standard sharp needles.
Sizes range thin to large. 9 (70) to 18 (110).
Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc.
Qiana. Not recommended for double knits.
SINGER 045 Semi-ball point needle, scarfed.
9 (70) to 18 (110).
Natural and synthetic woven fabrics, polyester blends.
Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits.
Also sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric, elastic.
SINGER 0 5 Twin Needle. Woven fabrics and knits.
SINGER 03 Leather needles. 1 (80) to 18 (110) Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.)