Singer C440 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C440
C440Q

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This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL 1594.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. Keep these instructions
conveniently near the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third
party.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this
sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning, removing
covers or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction
manual.
WARNING
 Toreducetheriskofburns,re,electricshock,orinjurytopersons:
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is
used by or near children.
• Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
• Never operate this sewing machine 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 sewing machine
to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
• Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings
of the sewing machine free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose fabric.
• Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.
• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, changing presser foot, etc.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• The foot control is used to operate the machine. Avoid placing other objects on the foot control.
• Do not use the machine if it is wet.
• If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• If the supply cord connected with the foot control is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts.
See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ImportantSafetyInstructions

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FOR EUROPE ONLY:
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.
The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 70db.
The machine must only be used with foot control of type C-9001 manufactured by CHIEN HUNG
TAIWAN Ltd.
FOR OUTSIDE EUROPE:
This sewing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing machine by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the sewing machine.
The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 70db.
The machine must only be used with foot control of type C-9001 manufactured by CHIEN HUNG
TAIWAN Ltd.
SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding
be added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualied service personnel. Replacement
parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-
insulated product is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.
ImportantSafetyInstructions
Servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

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TableofContents
SETTING UP THE MACHINE
MainParts ..................................................... 6
Accessories .................................................. 7
RemovableStorageCompartment .......................... 8
To Open the Accessory Tray.............................................. 8
To Remove/Attach the Removable Storage Compartment 8
ChangingthePresserFoot ...................................... 8
Removing the Presser Foot Holder ................................... 8
Needles.......................................................... 9
RemovingandInsertingtheNeedle ........................ 9
Fabric,ThreadandNeedleChart ............................. 9
SettingUptheMachine.............................. 10
Unpacking ................................................................ 10
ElectricalConnection.............................................. 10
Foot Control............................................................. 10
MachineControlFunctions .....................................11
Tack Button with LED Indicator.........................................11
Needle Stop Position Up/Down Button with LED Indicator... 11
Speed Control Button .......................................................11
Thread Cutter Button with LED Indicator ..........................11
Start/Stop Button ..............................................................11
Reverse Button .................................................................11
Presser Foot Lifter ........................................................... 12
Thread Cutter................................................................... 12
Presser Foot Pressure Dial.............................................. 12
Lid ................................................................................... 12
Handwheel....................................................................... 12
Raise/Lower Feed Teeth.................................................. 12
Mounting Machine in Sewing Cabinet ............................. 12
SewingPreparation................................... 13
TouchPanelLCD ..................................................... 13
Home Screen................................................................... 13
Home Button.................................................................... 13
SewingMode ........................................................... 13
Stitch Information............................................................. 13
SelectingaStitch .................................................... 14
StitchPatternOptions............................................. 14
Stitch Width/Needle Position ........................................... 14
Stitch Length/Density....................................................... 14
Width Mirroring ................................................................ 14
Length Mirroring............................................................... 14
Elongation........................................................................ 14
MachineSettings..................................................... 15
Setting Button .................................................................. 15
Thread Tension ................................................................ 15
Twin Needle ..................................................................... 16
Audible Beep ................................................................... 16
Screen Contrast............................................................... 16
Calibrate Screen .............................................................. 16
Software Version.............................................................. 16
ThreadingtheMachine .............................. 17
PreparingtheBobbin.............................................. 17
Bobbin Winding................................................................ 17
Inserting the Bobbin......................................................... 18
ThreadingtheNeedle.............................................. 19
Preparing to Thread Machine .......................................... 19
Setting Spool of Thread on Spool Pin.............................. 19
Threading the Upper Thread............................................ 19
Threading the Needle Eye ............................................... 20
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread........................................ 20
WELCOME
Welcome to the SINGER® family and CONGRATULATIONS on purchasing a
brand new SINGER®sewing machine!
The SINGER® brand has stood for quality in sewing for over 160 years. We design our
machines for sewists of all skill levels so that the joy of sewing, creating, do-it-yourself,
crafting and more can be enjoyed by all. It is important to us that you have the easiest and
most successful sewing experience. We have provided an instruction manual with easy-
to-understand graphics and step-by-step instructions. Additional assistance, by region,
may be found on the web at www.singer.com.
We’re ready to help and hope that you enjoy your SINGER®sewing machine.
Happy Sewing!

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TableofContents
POP-UP MESSAGES SETTING UP THE MACHINESEWINGSEQUENCINGMAINTENANCE
SEWING
StartingtoSew ........................................... 21
WheretoUseEachStitch....................................... 21
StartingtoSew ........................................................ 22
Start and End of Seam .................................................... 22
Reverse Stitching............................................................. 22
Tack Stitch ....................................................................... 23
Turning Corners............................................................... 23
Sewing Heavy Fabric....................................................... 23
Sewing Overlapped Areas .............................................. 23
Width of Seam Allowance ................................................ 23
Sewing......................................................... 24
StraightStitchSewing ............................................ 24
Straight Stitch .................................................................. 24
Straight Stitch with Auto-lock Stitch ................................. 24
ZigzagStitchSewing............................................... 24
Satin Stitching.................................................................. 25
BlindHemStitching ................................................ 25
Overcasting-Overlocking........................................ 26
Using the Overcasting Foot ............................................. 26
Using the All-Purpose Foot .............................................. 26
CrazyPatch.............................................................. 27
StretchStitchSewing ............................................. 27
Multi-StitchZigzag................................................... 27
Basting ..................................................................... 28
SewingonButtons.................................................. 28
InsertingZippers ..................................................... 30
Centered Insertion ........................................................... 30
Lapped Insertion .............................................................. 30
To Stitch around the Zipper Tab....................................... 31
Quilting..................................................................... 31
Joining the Pieces of Fabric............................................. 31
Quilting............................................................................. 31
Hand Look Quilting Stitch ................................................ 32
AutomaticBar-TackandDarning........................... 32
ButtonholeSewing.................................................. 33
Bound Buttonhole ................................................... 35
Eyelet....................................................................... 36
ContinuousDecorativePattern.............................. 37
Applique ................................................................... 37
FreeArmSewing ..................................................... 37
TwinNeedleSewing ................................................ 38
SEQUENCING
Sequencing ................................................. 39
SequenceSewing.................................................... 39
Selecting Stitch Patterns.................................................. 39
Selecting Letter Stitches .................................................. 39
Shifting the Cursor (Highlight).......................................... 40
Checking Selected Patterns and Letters ......................... 40
Inserting Pattern or Letter ................................................ 40
Deleting Pattern or Letter................................................. 40
Adjusting Each Pattern or Letter in a Sequence.............. 41
How to Edit a Letter in a Sequence ................................. 41
Saving Sequence............................................................. 41
Sew the Sequence........................................................... 42
Single Sequence Mode.................................................... 42
Sewing Sequence from the Beginning............................. 42
POP-UP MESSAGES
Pop-upMessages....................................... 43
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance................................................ 44
Cleaning ................................................................... 44
Bobbin Holder .................................................................. 44
Hook Race and Feed Teeth............................................. 44
HelpfulHints ............................................... 45
TechnicalSpecication.............................. 46

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MainParts
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1. Face plate
2. Presser foot pressure dial
3. Lid
4. Thread take-up lever (inside)
5. Presser foot lifter
6. Touch panel LCD
7. Handwheel
8. Removable storage compartment
9. LED lights
10. Direct selection buttons
11. Tack button with LED indicator
12. Needle stop position up/down button with LED indicator
13.Speed - button
14. Speed + button
15. Thread cutter button with LED indicator
16. Start/stop button
17. Reverse button
18. Power switch
19. Connector for power cord
20. Connector for foot control
21. Thread cutter
22. Buttonhole lever
23. Thread guide
24. Needle threader lever
25. Presser foot release lever
26. Presser foot screw
27. Presser foot holder
28. Presser foot
29. Feed teeth
30. Needle clamp screw
31. Needle thread guide
32. Needle
33. Needle plate
34. Bobbin cover
35. Bobbin cover latch
36. Hole for auxiliary spool pin
37. Stitch pattern chart
38. Thread guide
39. Thread guide
40. Bobbin winding tension disk
41. Spool pin
42. Bobbin winder stop
43. Bobbin winder spindle
44. Bobbin winder thread cutter
45. Handle
46. Feed teeth lever
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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
Accessories are stored in the removable storage compartment.
1. Needle pack
2. 5 SINGER® Class 15 Bobbins (transparent)
(one in the machine when delivered)
3. Seam ripper
4. Brush
5. Screwdriver
6. Auxiliary spool pin
7. Felt pads
8. Screwdriver for needle plate
9. Spool cap, large
10. Spool cap, small
11. All-Purpose Foot (A) (on the machine when delivered)
12. Satin Foot (B)
13. Overcasting Foot (C)
14. Blind Hem Foot (D)
15. Zipper Foot (E)
16. Buttonhole Foot (F) and Underplate
17. Straight Stitch / Patchwork Foot (G)
18. Button Sewing Foot (M)
19. Open Toe Foot (N)
20. Edge/quilting guide
21. Thread net
22. Foot control
23. Power cord
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12 13 14 15
Accessories

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CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT
For safety, turn off the power switch before changing the
presser foot.
The presser foot must be changed according to the stitch
or technique you sew. Information on sewing and sewing
techniques begins on page 21.
1. Turn the handwheel toward you until the needle is at its
highest position.
2. Raise the presser foot lifter.
3. Remove the presser foot by pushing the presser foot
release lever toward you.
4. Place desired foot with its pin directly under the slot in
presser foot holder.
5. Lower the presser foot lifter and the presser foot will snap
into place.
RemovingthePresserFootHolder
When attaching presser feet that have their own shank, or
when cleaning the machine, you should remove the presser
foot holder.
1. Remove the presser foot.
2. Loosen the presser foot screw and remove the presser
foot holder.
3. To replace the holder, pull up the holder as far as it will go
from bottom of presser bar.
4. Tighten the presser foot screw securely using the
screwdriver.
NOTE: This sewing machine is a low shank model. When
shopping for optional SINGER®presser feet and accessories,
make sure they are designed for low shank models.
Accessories
REMOVABLE STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
ToOpentheAccessoryTray
The accessories are stored in the tray of the removable storage
compartment. To open the tray, reach under the removable
storage compartment, then pull the lever located under the
removable storage compartment, while resting your thumb on
the top edge.
ToRemove/AttachtheRemovableStorage
Compartment
Hold left side of the removable storage compartment and pull
to the left (DO NOT pull the lever for the accessory tray).
To attach, slide the removable storage compartment to the
right.

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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE CHART
Select size of thread and needle in accordance with fabric to
be sewn. SINGER®brand needles are recommended for this
machine.
REMOVING AND INSERTING THE
NEEDLE
Select a needle of the appropriate style and size for the
fabric to be sewn.
For safety, turn off the power switch before changing the
needle
1. Turn the handwheel toward you until the needle is at its
highest position.
2. Loosen the needle clamp screw.
3. Remove the needle.
4. Insert new needle into needle clamp with the at side to
the back and push it up as far as it will go.
5. Tighten the needle clamp screw.
NOTE: Do not use a bent or blunt needle (a). Place needle on
a at surface to check its straightness.
Needles
TypeofFabric ThreadSize NeedleType NeedleSize
Light weight - thin georgette,
organdy, voile, taffeta, silk,
etc.
All-purpose polyester, ne
cotton, silk
SINGER® Style 2000 or
2020 9/70-11/80
Medium weight - gingham,
pique, linen, cotton, satin, thin
corduroy, velvet
All-purpose polyester, ne
cotton, machine quilting
SINGER® Style 2000 or
2020 11/80-14/90
Heavy weight - gabardine,
tweed, denim, corduroy
All-purpose polyester, heavy
duty, topstitching thread
SINGER® Style 2000 or
2020 14/90-16/100
Stretch - double knit, tricot,
spandex, jersey All-purpose polyester
SINGER® Style 2001 or
2045 11/80-14/90
Needle for knit or stretch fabrics
Sweatshirt, Swim-wear,
Double knit, Sweater knit All-purpose polyester SINGER® Style 2001 or
2045
14/90
Needle for knit or stretch fabrics
Lightweight Leather All-purpose polyester, heavy
duty, topstitching thread SINGER®2032 Leather 14/90 - 16/100

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
1. Place machine on stable surface.
2. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting
the 2-hole plug into the power cord connector.
3. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.
4. Turn on the power switch.
5. The LED lights will light up when the switch is turned on
(symbol I).
6. To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position
(symbol O), then remove plug from outlet.
FOR UNITED STATES AND CANADA USERS:
POLARIZED PLUG INFORMATION
This sewing machine has a polarized plug (one blade wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug
is intended to t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
t, contact a qualied electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not modify the plug in any way.
SettingUptheMachine
FOOT CONTROL
Use only foot control provided with this machine. (type
C-9001 manufactured by CHIEN HUNG TAIWAN Ltd)
The foot control is operated by your foot. The foot control
permits the starting and stopping of the machine, as well as
sewing speed.
1. Turn off the power switch. (symbol O)
2. Push foot control plug into the connector on machine.
3. Place foot control at your feet.
4. Turn on the power switch.
UNPACKING
1. Place the box on a steady, at surface. Lift your machine
out of the box and remove the outer packaging.
2. Remove all other packing material and the plastic bag.

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5. The LED lights will light up when switch is turned on.
6. The harder you press the foot control, the faster the
machine will sew. The machine will stop when foot control
is released.
MACHINE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
TackButtonwithLEDIndicator(A)
Press the tack button while sewing and your machine
sews a few tack stitches and stops automatically. When
pressed while not sewing, machine will sew a tack and
stop automatically at the beginning of next sewing.
The LED indicator will be lit until tack stitch has completed.
NeedleStopPositionUp/DownButtonwith
LEDIndicator(B)
Press this button to move the needle up or down. The
setting of the needle stop position is changed at the same
time. When needle position is set to down, the LED indicator
will be lit. You can also tap the foot control to raise or lower the
needle.
SpeedControlButton(C,D)
The speed control buttons allow you to incrementally increase
or decrease the sewing speed. When either button (C or D)
is pressed, a pop-up message appears showing the range of
speed settings available.
NOTE: When the foot control is connected, these buttons
decrease and increase the speed limit.
ThreadCutterButtonwithLEDIndicator(E)
Press this button after sewing to cut the upper and bobbin
threads.
The LED will turn on and cut both threads automatically. To cut
before the needle moves to the start position of the next stitch,
press the thread cutter button while sewing. The LEDs (A & E)
will be lit and the machine will cut the threads after the stitch or
sequence has completed.
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Donotpressthisbuttonwhenthereisnofabricunderthe
presserfootornoneedtocutthethreads.Thethreadmay
tangle,resultingindamage.
• Donotusethisbuttonwhencuttingthreadthickerthan
#30,nylonthreadorotherspecialitythreads.Inthis
case,usethethreadcutter(I).
•
Donotusethethreadcutterbuttonwhensewingwitha
twinneedleorahemstitching(wing)needle.
SettingUptheMachine
Start/StopButton(F)
The machine will start running when start/stop button is
pressed and will stop when pressed the second time. The
machine will rotate slowly at start of sewing.
ReverseButton(G)
The machine will sew in reverse while this button is pressed.
When released, machine will sew forward.
SETTING UP THE MACHINE
PACK AWAY AFTER SEWING
1. Switch the main switch off.
2. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the
machine.
3. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. Wind the
cord around the foot control for easy storage.
4. Place all accessories in the accessory tray. Slide the tray
on to the machine around the free arm.
5. Place the foot control in the space above the free arm.

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N
SettingUptheMachine
M
L
K
I
J
H
PresserFootLifter(H)
The presser foot is lowered or raised with the presser foot lifter.
If you are sewing on thick fabric or several layers of fabric, the
presser foot can be raised higher to make it easier to place the
fabric underneath the presser foot.
NOTE: Machine will not start when the presser foot is raised
(except for bobbin winding).
ThreadCutter(I)
Use this cutter if the thread cutter button is not used.
1. Raise the presser foot and bring fabric and threads
backward after sewing.
2. Hook the threads to the thread cutter from back to front.
3. Pull the thread tails to cut the threads.
PresserFootPressureDial(J)
The correct presser foot pressure allows fabrics to feed
properly while sewing. The setting of the presser foot pressure
is determined mainly by the type and weight of the fabric being
sewn. For lightweight fabrics such as sheers, batiste, voile, etc,
the pressure is decreased. For heavyweight fabrics like denim
or canvas, the pressure is increased.
To increase the pressure, turn dial to 4 or 5.
To decrease the pressure, turn dial to 1 or 2.
For most fabrics, turn dial to N.
Lid(K)
To open the lid, lift up the front right side of the cover.
Handwheel(L)
By turning the handwheel, the needle will raise or lower. You
should always turn the handwheel toward you.
Raise/LowerFeedTeeth(M)
The feed teeth are located under the needle plate, directly
below the presser foot. Their function is to move the fabric
forward when sewing. The feed teeth lever is located on the
back of the sewing machine at the base of the free arm.
Slide the lever (M) to the right to raise the feed teeth for
ordinary sewing. The feed teeth will then raise when you begin
to sew or turn the handwheel towards you one full revolution.
Slide the lever to the left to lower the feed teeth for sewing on
buttons or free motion sewing.
MountingMachineinSewingCabinet(N)
There are two holes on the underside of the machine designed
for mounting the machine into a sewing cabinet. Align the
holes (indicated in the picture) with the corresponding holes in
the cabinet base. Attach the machine with screws. (Screws not
included)

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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
HomeScreen(A)
When you turn on the power, machine will display the Home
Screen (see below). Home Screen will display two buttons:
a. SewingModeButton
By pressing this button, you can select stitch patterns to
sew continuously. You can also select buttonholes.
b.SequenceModeButton
By pressing this button, you can combine stitch patterns
and letters easily by selecting each pattern or letter.
Note: For sequence mode, see page 39.
HomeButton(B)
You can return to the Home Screen from any other view by
pressing the Home Button.
SewingPreparation
SEWING MODE
At the Home Screen, by pressing the Sewing Mode button,
machine will select straight stitch rst. You can select and sew
all stitch patterns indicated in the Direct Selection buttons and
the pattern chart located inside of the top cover.
StitchInformation
a. Stitch pattern
The shape of stitch pattern will change according to
the setting of stitch length, width, mirror/reverse and
elongation.
b. Pattern number
c. Recommended presser foot
The presser foot shown in the illustration is recommended
for normal sewing. The presser foot recommendation may
change, depending on the stitch selected. Use of included
presser feet is described in this manual.
d. Stitch width/needle position
e. Stitch length/density
TOUCH PANEL LCD
When you turn on the power, the touch panel LCD will display
the Home Screen.
NOTE: If the message shown here appears, this means the
needle is not in correct position. Turn the handwheel toward
you to raise the needle to its highest position. Then press the “✓”
button.
Do not press the screen too hard and do not use sharp
objects to touch it. Doing so can damage the screen.
Touch the screen with your nger only.
a
b c
d e
A
B
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b

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STITCH PATTERN OPTIONS
Your machine will automatically select optimum settings for
each stitch. You can make adjustments to every stitch as
desired. Adjusted settings only affect the selected stitch and
will be reset to default when another stitch is selected. Adjusted
settings are not automatically saved when the machine is
turned off.
a.StitchWidth/NeedlePosition
Increase or decrease the stitch width using + and -
buttons. For straight stitches, use + and - to move the
stitch position left or right.
Default settings are shown as in the illustration. When a
setting is changed, the numbers will be highlighted. When
trying to exceed minimum or maximum settings, a warning
sound will be heard.
b.StitchLength/Density
Increase or decrease the stitch length using + and -
buttons.
When sewing stitches from the Buttonhole or Elongation
category (stitches 16-29, 142-159), use the + and -
buttons to increase or decrease stitch density. This may be
necessary depending on the type of thread being used.
When such a stitch is selected, the icon changes to show
that stitch density is active instead of stitch length.
c.WidthMirroring
By pressing the Width Mirror button, stitch will ip from left
to right.
d.LengthMirroring
By pressing the Length Mirror button, stitch will ip from
top to bottom.
When mirroring is active, the button will be highlighted. If
mirroring is not available, a warning sound will be heard.
e.Elongation
Stitches in the Elongation category (stitches 142-159)
can be elongated. The entire stitch will be longer but the
density will remain the same. Press the Alt button to show
the elongation setting instead of density for satin stitches.
The density changes to show an elongation symbol.
Increase or decrease the elongation of the satin stitch
using the + and - buttons.
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SELECTING A STITCH
By pressing one of the Direct Selection buttons (0-9), you can
select that stitch number immediately.
Press two or three digits in quick succession to select a stitch
from 10 and up. If the stitch number does not exist, you will
hear a beep and the last entered stitch number will remain
selected.

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ThreadTension(B)
For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure
the threads meet evenly between the two fabric layers. This
machine sets the thread tension automatically when a pattern
is selected. However, you can change the thread tension as
follows.
To increase the upper thread tension, press the + button.
To decrease the upper thread tension, press the – button.
If you change from pre-set, number will be highlighted.
You can start sewing while in this mode and change tension
while sewing. To return to previous screen, stop sewing and
press the Setting button again. When another stitch pattern is
selected, thread tension will return to pre-set.
PresetThreadTension
Upper and bobbin thread will lock approximately in the middle
of fabric.
UpperThreadTensionTooTight
If the bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric, the
thread tension is too tight. Reduce the thread tension.
UpperThreadTensionTooLoose
If the upper thread is visible on the underside of the fabric, the
thread tension is too loose. Increase the thread tension.
ThreadTensionforDecorativeStitching
Thread tension should be set to a slightly looser tension than
that for straight stitch.
The upper thread should appear slightly on the bottom side of
your fabric, for example, when doing decorative sewing.
HelpfulHints
1. If your sewing appears as shown in the illustration (stitches
on the top side of the fabric are good, but the bottom side
looks very loopy), it is most likely that the upper thread
is not threaded correctly. Refer to page 19 for correct
threading.
2. If after checking the top thread and the bobbin thread is
still showing on the top side, check the bobbin to see if it
is set correctly. Refer to page 18 for information on correct
bobbin setting.
MACHINE SETTINGS
SettingButton(A)
Before or during the sewing process, you can adjust the
settings by pressing the Setting button.
The Setting Screen will appear.
This screen is scrolled by pressing the right side arrow buttons.
Pressing the Setting button again, machine will return to
previous screen.
NOTE: All settings except for thread tension will remain until
you change them. Thread tension will return to pre-set when
you change the pattern. Default settings will differ depending
on the stitch selected.
SETTING UP THE MACHINE
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AudibleBeep
You can turn off the audible beep by pressing this button.
i. Audible beep is on.
ii. Audible beep is off.
ScreenContrast
You can adjust the screen contrast. By pressing “+” or “–”
button, contrast will increase or decrease.
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Twin Needle
Activate the twin needle program by pressing - or + buttons
to set the twin needle width. When a twin needle width is
selected, the width of all stitches is limited to prevent
needle breakage.
To deactivate, press - button until number of twin needle width
will disappear.
In sewing mode, the twin needle icon will be shown. The
setting is kept until you deactivate it.
See page 38 for more information about twin needle sewing.
POP-UP MESSAGES ABOUT TWIN NEEDLE
This pop-up message will appear when twin needle program is
activated.
Check the needle and press the “✓” button to continue.
This message will appear when a stitch that cannot be used
with twin needle, is selected. Press the “✓” button and select
another pattern or deactivate the twin needle program.
This message will appear when stitch width is adjusted to the
limit. Press the “✓” button to continue.
CalibrateScreen
If the icons on the screen, in relationship to where you touch
the screen, seem misaligned, the screen may need calibrating,
as follows:
1. Scroll down the Setting Screen, then press the calibrate
screen button.
2. Press the each “O” mark indicated on the screen 5
positions. (4 corners and center)
When calibration is completed, Setting Screen will appear
again.
NOTE: If calibration has not completed correctly, a pop-
up message will appear. Press the “✓” button and retry the
calibration.
SoftwareVersion
Software version of this sewing machine will be indicated at the
bottom of this screen.
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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
PREPARING THE BOBBIN
Be sure to use only SINGER® Class 15 bobbins (transparent)
in this machine.
1. Pull the bobbin cover latch to the right and remove the
bobbin cover.
2. Lift up the bobbin from the machine.
ThreadingtheMachine
SettingSpoolofThreadonSpoolPin
See page 19.
BobbinWinding
1. Hold thread in both hands and hook thread to the guide
from front opening.
2. Bring thread to the right and pass it through the thread
guide from the back side. Pass thread under the bobbin
winding tension disk in a clockwise direction, making sure
it is placed snuggly under the disk.
3. Insert thread through hole in bobbin and place the bobbin
on bobbin winder spindle.
4. Hold the end of the thread and push bobbin stopper to the
right. When the bobbin winding screen appears, press the
start/stop button on the screen to start winding.
5. After the bobbin winds a few turns, stop the machine by
pressing the start/stop button on the screen.
6. Cut the thread next to the hole on top of the bobbin. None
of the thread end should be left showing above the hole.
7. Start the machine again by pressing the start/stop button
on screen. You can adjust winding speed by pressing “+”
(faster) or “-” (slower) button on the screen.
8. When the bobbin is wound fully, the bobbin stopper will
return to the left and stop winding automatically.
9. Remove the bobbin from the spindle and cut thread with
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InsertingtheBobbin
1. Place bobbin into bobbin case, making sure the bobbin
turns in a counter-clockwise direction.
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2. Draw thread into notch (a) while holding the bobbin lightly
with your nger.
3. Pull thread along the groove, up and around the top, to the
left, then down.
Pull thread to the right to cut the thread.
4. Replace the bobbin cover. Set the left tabs into the holes in
needle plate and push the right side of bobbin cover down
until it clicks into place.
NOTE: This machine can start to sew without drawing up the
bobbin thread. If you want to draw up the bobbin thread, see
page 20. Be sure to use only SINGER®Class 15 bobbins
(transparent) in this machine.

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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
THREADING THE NEEDLE
PreparingtoThreadMachine
1. Raise the presser foot lifter.
2. Raise the needle to highest position by turning the
handwheel toward you.
(Keep this position for threading the eye of the needle.)
NOTE: It is very important to raise the presser foot lifter before
you thread the machine. Not doing so will likely result in poor
stitch quality, or excessive thread loops on the underside of
the fabric. Always raise the presser foot lifter before you begin
threading the machine.
ThreadingtheMachine
ThreadingtheUpperThread
1. Hold thread in both hands and pass thread into the guide
from front opening.
2. Bring thread backward and pass through the slit from right
to left.
3. Bring thread to the left and pull thread down toward you
along the slit.
4. Pull the thread around the U-turn, then bring it back up.
5. To thread the take-up lever, draw thread up and bring
thread back down again from right to left along the slit.
6. Pull thread downward along the slit.
7. Draw thread through thread guide from right side opening.
8. Place the thread through needle eye from front to back.
Refer to next page for instructions on how to use needle
threader.
SettingSpoolofThreadonSpoolPin
1. Pull up the left end of spool pin and set the felt pad and the
spool of thread on spool pin so that the thread unrolls from
the front of the spool.
2. Set the spool cap on spool pin as far as it will go.
a. Reverse spool cap direction according to the size of spool.
b. Use the small spool cap when using smaller thread
spools.
c. Set the thread net over the spool if thread unrolls too
easily or if the thread becomes caught or twisted in the
thread guide.
NOTE: Thread spools come in a variety of styles and sizes.
The thread spool cap should allow the thread to feed freely,
yet hold the spool securely on the spool pin. Different thread
spools can give different results, depending on the spool cap
you place in front of the thread. If the thread is not feeding
freely or it is getting caught behind the spool pin or in the
threading guides, try different sizes of spool cap to nd the one
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ThreadingtheNeedleEye
Do not lower the threader lever while machine is
operating.
NOTE: The needle threader is used for needle sizes 11/80,
14/90, and 16/100.
1. Lower the presser foot.
2. Check that the needle is raised to its highest position. If it
is not, raise needle by turning the handwheel toward you.
3. Lower the threader slowly and draw thread through thread
guide (a) and pull toward the right.
4. Push the lever as far as it will go. The threader will turn
and the hook pin will go through the needle eye.
5. Draw the thread into the guide, making sure it is under the
hook pin.
DrawingUptheBobbinThread
This machine can start to sew without drawing up the bobbin
thread. If you want to start sewing with longer bobbin thread,
draw up the bobbin thread as follows.
1. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin holder as shown on page
18, but do not cut thread.
2. Raise the presser foot.
3. Hold upper thread loosely and turn handwheel toward you
one complete revolution.
4. Pull upper thread lightly. Bobbin thread will come up in a
loop.
5. Place both the upper thread and the bobbin thread about
10 cm (4 inches) toward the back of presser foot.
6. Replace the bobbin cover. (See page 18)
6. Hold thread loosely and swing back the lever.
As the threader rotates back, the hook pin will pass
through the needle eye, forming a loop of thread.
7. Pull thread out about 10 cm (4 inches) through the needle
eye.
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