Singer C5650 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C5650 / C5655

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
Keep the instructions at a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the
machine is given to a third party.
This appliance is intended for use by adults. The appliance can be used with adult supervision by (i)
children aged from 8 to 12 years and (ii) persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision. It is not allowed for anyone to play with the machine.Children up to 8 years are not
allowed to use the machine.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON:
• A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. The electrical socket, to which the
machine is plugged in should be easily accessible. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric
outlet immediately after using and before cleaning, removing covers, lubricating or when making any other
user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
• 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 dealer
or 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 and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
• 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 o (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading
needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or 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 administrated.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the o (“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. Never place 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 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.
• The machine must only be used with foot control of type JF-1000 manufactured by Jaguar International
Corporation or YC-485EC manufactured by Taiwan Yamamoto Electric Corp.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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’.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................. 1
Intended Use .................................................................. 1
Machine Overview.......................................................... 1
Needle Area Overview.................................................... 2
Top of Machine ............................................................... 2
Overview Accessories .................................................... 3
Included Accessories (Not Pictured).................................... 3
Presser Feet................................................................... 3
Optional Accessories............................................................ 4
Stitch Overview............................................................... 5
Choosing Utility and Decorative Stitch Patterns ................. 5
PREPARATIONS............................................ 7
Unpacking the Machine.................................................. 7
Connect to the Power Supply......................................... 7
Packing Machine after Sewing ....................................... 7
Free Arm/Removable Accessory Tray ............................ 8
Presser Foot Lifter.......................................................... 8
Thread Knife................................................................... 8
Spool Pin ........................................................................ 9
Wind the Bobbin ........................................................... 10
Removing Bobbin Case from Shuttle ........................... 10
Inserting Bobbin Into Bobbin Case................................11
Inserting Bobbin Case Into Shuttle................................11
Picking Up Bobbin Thread.............................................11
Thread the Machine...................................................... 12
Needle Threader........................................................... 13
Needles ........................................................................ 13
Important Needle Information ........................................... 14
Selection Guide — Needle Size, Fabric, Thread ............... 14
Change the Needle....................................................... 14
Thread Tension............................................................. 15
Change the Presser Foot ............................................. 15
OPERATING YOUR MACHINE.................... 16
Machine Operation Controls......................................... 16
Reverse Button................................................................... 16
Tie-O................................................................................ 16
Functions Of Control Panel .......................................... 16
Stitch Number Selection Buttons....................................... 17
Stitch Length And Stitch Width / Needle Position............. 17
Helpful Messages......................................................... 18
SEWING........................................................ 19
Sewing.......................................................................... 19
Start to Sew – Straight Stitch........................................ 19
Change Needle Position..................................................... 19
Change Sewing Direction............................................. 20
Finish Sewing ............................................................... 20
Straight Stretch Stitch................................................... 20
Zigzag Stitching............................................................ 21
Multi-Step Zigzag Stitch................................................ 21
Slant Overedge Stitch................................................... 21
Overedge Stitch............................................................ 21
Feather Stitch ............................................................... 22
Blind Hem Stitches ....................................................... 22
Shell Stitch.................................................................... 23
Double Overlock Stitch ................................................ 23
Ladder Stitch ................................................................ 23
More Decorative Stitches & Ideas For Decorative Machine
Stitching........................................................................ 24
Darning and Mending ................................................... 24
Repair Large Holes ............................................................ 24
Repair Tears ....................................................................... 24
One-Step Buttonhole.................................................... 25
Sew Zippers.................................................................. 26
Centered Zipper ................................................................. 26
Hand-Look Quilt Stitch.................................................. 27
Button Sewing .............................................................. 27
MAINTENANCE............................................ 28
Cleaning the Machine................................................... 28
Cleaning The Feed Teeth And Shuttle Area ................. 28
Cleaning The Sewing Machine
And Foot Control .......................................................... 28
Troubleshooting............................................................ 29
Technical Specication ................................................. 32

Introduction – 1
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Introduction – 1
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INTRODUCTION
Optimal use and maintenance are described in these instructions. This product is not intended for industrial or commercial use.
Additional assistance, by region, may be found online at www.singer.com.
1. Accessory Tray / Free Arm — Provides a at surface
when sewing and allows storage for your accessories.
Remove the accessory tray to use the free arm which makes
it easier to sew, e.g., trouser hems and sleeves.
2. Thread Knife — For trimming thread ends at the end of
sewing.
3. Threading Slots — Thread paths with tension discs and
take up lever.
4. Thread Tension Dial — Adjustable for setting the desired
tension for your stitch, thread and fabric.
5. Reverse Button — Press and hold to sew in reverse or to
make a tie-o, e.g., when securing the beginning or ending
of a seam.
6. Display — Current stitch and settings are displayed.
7. Hand Wheel — Used to manually control the movement of
the needle and the thread take-up lever.
8. Function Buttons — Functions used to make
your sewing more convenient. Control the stitch width and
the stitch length.
9. Bobbin Cover — protects the bobbin while sewing.
10. Bobbin Cover Release Button — push to open the bobbin
cover.
Intended Use
Machine Overview
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Needle Area Overview
Top of Machine
1. Needle Plate — provides a at area around presser foot for
sewing. Guidelines indicate various seam allowances used
to guide fabric while sewing.
2. Feed Teeth — feed the fabric under the presser foot when
sewing.
3. Presser Foot — holds fabric against feed teeth which draw
fabric under the presser foot as you sew.
4. Presser Foot Holder Screw — loosen the screw to
remove the presser foot holder.
5. Presser Foot Holder — holds the presser foot.
6. Presser Foot Release Button — press this button to release
the presser foot from the holder.
7. Buttonhole Lever — used for buttonhole sewing.
8. Built-in Needle Threader — thread the needle quickly and
easily.
9. Presser Foot Bar — accommodates the presser foot holder.
10. Needle Clamp Screw — secures the needle.
11. Needle Thread Guide — helps maintain thread ow
when sewing.
1. Bobbin winding tension disc
2. Thread guides
3. Handle
4. Spool pin
5. Hole for auxiliary spool pin
6. Bobbin winding spindle
7. Bobbin winding stopper
8. Thread tension discs
9. Thread take-up lever
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Overview Accessories
Included Accessories (Not Pictured)
• Needles
• Foot control
• Power cord
• Extension Table
Bobbin x4 — Only use the type of metal bobbins delivered with your machine (SINGER® Class 15 met-
al bobbins). One of the bobbins is inserted in the machine upon delivery.
Felt Pad x2 — Used to cushion the spool of thread when using the Auxiliary Spool Pin.
Spool Cap — Two sizes (one large and one small) for various thread spool styles.
Auxiliary Spool Pin — For sewing with large thread spools or when using specialty threads.
Brush and Seam Ripper — Used to remove stitches/brush o lint.
Screwdriver — Used to remove the needle plate, presser foot holder or needle screw.
Edge/Quilting Guide — Used for straight and accurate sewing, e.g., when quilting. Insert the guide into
the slot at the back of the presser foot holder. Adjust the position to t your project.
Presser Feet
All Purpose Foot
(attached to the machine upon delivery)
This foot is used for general sewing on most types of fabric. The bottom of the foot is at, so that the fabric
is held down rmly against the feed teeth while sewing. It also has a wide slot so that the needle can move
from left to right, depending on which stitch you sew.
Zipper Foot (I)
This foot is used for inserting zippers. Attach the foot to the presser foot holder on either side of the foot,
depending on which side of the zipper is being sewn. The Zipper Foot can also be used to create and insert
piping.

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Optional Accessories
Additional optional accessories are available for your machine. Check with your authorized SINGER® retailer or singer.com for more
information.
1-Step Buttonhole Foot
This foot allows you to make perfectly sized buttonholes for your button. It has a space at the back for a
button, used to set the size of the buttonhole. The machine will automatically sew a buttonhole to t that
button size.
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Blind Hem Foot (F)
The Blind Hem Foot is used for sewing blind hems in garments and home decor. There is an adjustable
guide with an extension at the front, used to guide the fold of the hem while stitching.
Button Sewing Foot (H)
The Button Sewing Foot quickly and neatly sews on buttons, eliminating the need to sew them manually.
The foot sits on top of the button, with the opening positioned around the holes.
Roller Foot
When sewing leather, suede, vinyl and velvet, attach the roller foot to aid the smooth ow of fabric. Howe-
ver, especially when sewing softer leather and suede, better results may be achieved by using the all-purpo-
se foot.
Invisible Zipper Foot
The Invisible Zipper Foot provides a concealed closing on a variety of garments and accessories. It is com-
monly seen on the side or back of skirts and dresses.
Overcasting Foot
This foot delivers a consistent and accurate overcasting stitch for a serged eect using your sewing ma-
chine. Thread is locked around the edge of fabric, aligned with the edge, to prevent fabric from raveling.

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Application
Straight Stitch
Center Position
The basic stitch used for sewing. The most common use for a straight stitch is to sew two
pieces of fabric together.
Straight Stretch
Stitch
Stronger than a regular straight stitch, on stretch knit fabrics, because it locks three times
— forward, backward and forward again. Use it to reinforce seams of sportswear and for
curved seams which take a lot of strain.
Stretch Stitch For seams in tricot and stretch fabrics.
Zigzag Stitch A very versatile stitch for decorative sewing, appliqué, attaching trims, and more.
Multi-Step
Zigzag Stitch
Finish seam allowances to prevent the fabric from unravelling. When seam nishing, the
smaller step of the stitches will help keep fabric more at than a regular zigzag. It can
also be used for mending tears and sewing elastic.
Overlock Stitch Sew seam and overcast in one step. For medium and medium/heavy stretch fabrics.
Blind Hem
Stitch FSew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric. It is used for skirts, dresses, trousers, curtains, etc, made with non-stretch fabrics.
Stretch Blind
Hem Stitch
F
Sew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric. It is used for
garments and other projects made with stretch knit fabrics.
Slant Pin Stitch FExcellent for hemstitching projects like table linens. Picot-like stitch can also be made
on sheer materials. Sew along the raw edge of fabric and trim close to the outside of the
stitching.
Slant Overedge
Stitch
Seam and overcast in one step. For medium and heavy stretch fabrics.
Closed Over-
lock Stitch
Sew decorative hems and overlapped seams, belts and bands. For medium/heavy stretch
fabrics.
Honeycomb
Stitch
For elastic insertion, decorative stitching, smocking, couching and hemming.
Stitch Overview
Choosing Utility and Decorative Stitch Patterns
The stitches described in the below chart are utility stitches, used mainly for utility sewing. When sewing, use a thread tension
between 3–5. Always test sew on a piece of scrap fabric, and adjust the tension if necessary.

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Application
Ric-Rac Stitch The pleasing appearance of this stitch enables it to be used for decorative topstitching or
for attaching laces and trims. It is also ideal for quilting applications and edge-joining.
Satin Stitch This is a closely spaced zigzag stitch for appliqué, bar-tacking, etc. Slightly loosen the top
thread tension and manually adjust the stitch length between 0.5 and 2.0 for satin stitch-
ing. Use a backing of stabilizer or interfacing to avoid puckering.
Buttonhole Sew buttonholes on home decór, garments, crafts and more.
Rounded Bart-
ack Buttonhole
For light weight fabrics.
Rounded Bart-
ack Buttonhole,
Reinforced
For light weight fabrics.
Keyhole But-
tonhole
Square end for tailored jackets, coats, etc.
Keyhole Button-
hole, Reinforced
Square end for tailored jackets, coats, etc.
Button Sewing
Stitch H
For sewing on buttons.