Singer Class 262 User manual

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Form 21265 i
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SINGER
SERVICE MANUAL
Class 262
THE SINGER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
•A Tfodemork of THE SINGER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Copyright 1963 by The Singer Manufacturing Compony
Copyright Under tnfernotionol Copyright Union
All Riflhti Reserved under Inter-Americon Cepyrighl Union
Printed In U. S. A.
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CONTENTS
PAGE
DESCRIPTION 3
INSTALLATION 4
LUBRICATION 4
OPERATOR INFORMATION.
ADJUSTMENTS
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,8-17
INDEX
Description of Machine 3
General Characteristics 3
Special Features 3
Feed Dog, Centralizing 16
Height 16
Tilt .16
Timing 16, 17
Feed Lifting Eccentric .17
Feed Roll 3
Height 10
Pressure 8
Stitch length 8
Timing 17
Installation 4
Looper, Advoncing Stroke 13
Avoiding motion 13, 14
Positioning 14
Timing .11, 12
Lubrication... 4
Needles 5
Centralizing 10
Setting 5
Needle Bar, Height 12, 13
Needle Guard 11
Presser Bar, Height 9
Presser Foot, Pressure 8
Sewing Mechanism 11-17
Speed 4
Stitch Length 8
Take-up, Single 14
Double 15
Auxiliary 15
Tension 6, 7
Releoser 15
Thread 5
Upper 5, 6
Lower 6
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
The improper placing or renewal of the Trademark SINGER*or any other of
the Trademarks of The Singer Manufacturing Company (all of which ore duly
Registered Trademarks) on any machine that has been repaired, rebuilt, re
conditioned, or altered in any way whatsoever outside a SINGER factory or
on authorized SINGER agency is forbidden.
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Machines of Class 262 are high speed, drop feed,
chain stitch machines designed for general stitching
operations on fabrics ranging from light to heavyweight.
Available for single, double or three needle opera
tions such as binding, goring, hemming, lop seam fell
ing, sleeve setting, yoking and plain stitching, these
machines perform outstanding work on trousers, shirts,
jackets, children's wear and plastics.
General Characteristics
Three plain super finished bearings support the arm
shaft.
High speed (see page 4) .Maximum speed dependent
upon nature of work and ability of operator.
Automatic lubricating system with oil flow window
in direct view of operator delivers oil to all principal
bearings.
Machine fitted with attachment slide to reduce effort
and time required to change attachments.
Machine arm provided with seat for independent
light fixture mounting.
Looper thread tension releaser supplied if specified
_ on the order, at additional charge.
Knee lifter integral with machine base and reservoir.
Foot lifter supplied in place of knee lifter if speci
fied on the order.
Special Features of Machine Varieties
Machine 262-1:
For light and medium weight fabrics.
One needle and one looper.
Stitch length, 6 to 22 to the inch.
Needle bar stroke, 1 -1/16 inches.
Clearance under presser foot, 1/4 inch (Low Lift).
Machine 262-2 I
For medium and medium-heavy weight fabrics.
One needle and one looper.
Stitch length,6 to 22 to the inch.
Needle bar stroke,1 -3/16 inches.
Clearance under presser foot,5/16 inch (Medium
Lift).
Machine 262-3:
For medium-heavy and heavy weight fabrics.
One needle and one looper.
Stitch length, 5 to 22 to the inch.
Needle bar stroke, 1 -5/16 inches.
Clearance under presser foot,3/8 inch (High lift).
Machine 262-20:
Similar to Machine 262-2 except:
Two needles and two loopers
Gauges: 3/32 inch to 1/2 inch in steps of 1/32 inch.
Close coupled feed roll to aid in correct feeding
of material.
Machine 262-21:
Similar to Machine 262-1 except:
Two needles and two loopers.
Gauges: 3/32 inch to 1/2 inch in steps of 1/32 inch.
Machine 262-22:
Similar to Machine 262-2 except:
Two needles and two loopers.
Gauges: 3/32 inch to 1/2 inch in steps of 1/32 inch.
Machine 262-23:
For seat seaming medium and medium-heavy weight
trousers.
Two needles and two loopers.
Machine will only be supplied with needles set
tandem 3/16 inch apart.
Looper throw-out device.
Stitch length, 6 to 20 to the inch.
Needle bar stroke, 1 -5/16 inches.
Clearance under presser foot, 3/8 inch (High Lift).
Machine 262-24:
Similar to Machine 262-23 except:
Machine will only be supplied with needles set
diagonally 1/32 inch apart.
Machine 262-25:
Similar to Machine 262-2 except:
Two needles and two loopers.
Gauges: 3/32 inch to 1/2 inch in steps of 1/32 inch.
Needle bar stroke,1-5/16"
Machine 262-31:
For sewing medium-heavy and heavy weight fabrics.
Three needles and three loopers.
Gauges: 3/32 inch to 3/16 inch betweeneach needle,
Looper throw-out device.
Stitch length, 5 to 22 to the inch.
Needle bar stroke, 1 -5/16 inches.
Clearance under presser foot, 3/8 inch (High Lift).
Machine 262-32:
Similar to Machine 262-31 except:
Close coupled feed roll to aid in correct feeding
of material.
Needle bar stroke, 1 -7/16 inches.
Foot lifter supplied in place of knee lifter.
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SPEED
Maximum speed for Machines 262-1, 262-21 is 6000
stitches per minute.
Maximum speed for Machines 262-2, 262-22 is 5500
stitches per minute.
Maximum speed for Machines 262-3, 262-20, 262-23,
262-24, 262-25, 262-31 is 5000 stitches per minute.
Maximum speed recommended for Machine 262-32 ts
4000 revolutions per minute.
It is advisable to operate new machines at a speed
of 500 stitches less than maximum, for the first 100
hours of operation.
Moximum efficient speed is dependent upon the
nature of the operation, the ability of the, operator and
the type of thread and material in use.
GASKET
FILL TO HIGH MARK
RESERVOIR
-LOW AODOIL-
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'FELT PAD
Fig. 2. Machine Base and Oil Reservoir
SHOULD SHOW
STEADY FLOW OF OIL
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Fig. 3. Oil Flow Window
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INSTALLATION
Machine base and oil reservoir shown in Fig. 2,
fits into standard table cut-out and rests on the four
corners without bolting.
Rasp edges of cut-out, if necessary,as base must
be located so thot machine does not touch table.
Use shims on corners, If necessary, to prevent base
from rocking.
Base must be level in both directions so that oil
level will be accurately indicated by marks on base.
Machine bed rests on felt gasket In base. Fig. 2,
and is not bolted down.
Machine hinge pins must not support the head except
when it is tilted back.
CAUTION: Do not start machine until it has been thor
oughly lubricated as instructed below.
LUBRICATION
Machines of Class 262 have an automatic lubricat
ing system in which oil is circulated from a reservoir
by means of a centrifugal pump, and is delivered under
pressure to all principal bearings.
Before starting machine, the oil reservoir which
holds approximately 1 -3/4 pints must be filled to high
mark, as shown in Fig. 2.
Use SINGER* OIL "TYPE A" or "TYPE C". Use
"TYPE C" OIL when an oil is desired which will
produce minimum stain on fabrics.
NOTE: When machine is new or has been idle for some
time, remove face plate and oil the upper and lower
needle bar bushing wick by hand. The outomatic oiling
system will fuction efficiently after the first few min
utes.
Check oil level often to keep it from going below
mark.
CAUTION: If the flow of oil passing the oil flow window
shown in Fig. 3, should stop or become erratic, stop
the machine immediately and do not run machine until
the trouble has been eliminated.
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•NEEDLES
Machines 262-1, 262-2, 262-20, 262-21 and 262-22:
Use SINGER* Needles, Catalog 2793 (149x525).
Machines 262-3, 262-23, 262-24, 262-25, 262-31 and
262-32:
Use SINGER Needles, Catalog 4107 (62x45).
Machine 262-32:
For heavier weight denim, use Catalog 3670 (149x4).
TO SET THE NEEDLE
Turn machine pulley over toward the operator until
needle bar is at its highest point, as shown in Fig. 4.
Loosen needle set screw on single needle machine
or needle clamping screws on multiple needle machines,
as shown in Fig. 4.
Insert new needle into needle bar or clamp as far
as it will go making certain that the single continuous
groove faces toward the front, as shown in Fig. 4.
Tighten
set screw or clamping screws.
THREAD
Left twist thread should be used in the needle. ^
Either right or left twist threod may be used in the
looper.
To determine the thread twist,hold thread as shown
in Fig. 5. Twirl thread over toward you between thumb
and forefinger of right hand. If left twist, strands will
wind tighter. If right
twist, strands will unwind or
separate.
Rough or uneven thread, or thread which passes
through needle eye with difficulty will interfere with
successful operation of the machine.
UPPER THREADING - MACHINES 262-1, 262-2, 262-3
Turn machine pulley over toward operator until
needle bar is at highest point.
Pass thread from unwinder, through threading points,
as shown in Fig. 6. Thread
passes through needle eye,
from front to bock, as shown in inset. Fig. 6.
MOVE TO
• HIGHEST POINT
LOOSEN SCREW
LONG GROOVE-
Fig. 4. Setting the Needle
HOLD THIS END
TWIRL OVER
TOWARD YOU
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Fig. 6. Upper Threading (Single Needle Machines)
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Fig. 7. Upper Threoding (Two Needle Machines)
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262-21^ fi 262^22
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262-24
Fig. 8. Threoding the Needles
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Fig. 9. Upper Threading (Three Needle Machines)
UPPER THREADING • MACHINES 262.20, 262-21,
262-22, 262.23, 262-24, 262-25
Turn machine pulley over toward operator until
needle bar is at highest point.
Pass each thread from unwinder through each thread
ing point indicated in
Fig. 7. See Fig. 8 for needle
threading of these machines.
UPPER THREADING-MACHINES 262-31, 262-32
Turn machine pulley over toward operator until
needle bar is at highest point.
Pass each thread from unwinder through each thread
ing point indicated in
Fig. 9. See Inset, Fig. 9, for
needle threading.
THREADING THE LOOPER
(SINGLE LOOPER MACHINES)
Pass thread from unwinder through threading points
indicated in Fig. 10 and 11. Inset, Fig. 11, shows
threading on double take-up machines.
When threading Is completed, draw approximately
two inches of thread through looper eye to
start sewing.
THREADING THE LOOPER
(MULTIPLE LOOPER MACHINES)
Pass each thread from unwinder through threading
points indicated in Fig. 12 and 13.
Before threading looper, press looper throw-out
release toward operator and swing looper carrier to the
right
as shown In Fig. 13.
When threading Is completed, draw approximately
two inches of thread through looper eye to start sewing.
Return looper carrier to sewing position.
ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION
Regulate needle thread tension only when presser
foot is down.
Tension on thread should be as light as possible
while still sufficient to set the stitch in material.
To regulate, turn thumb nut at front of tension discs,
as shown in Fig. 14 and 15.
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PRESSURE^vil
LESS
PRESSURE
LOCK NUT
Fig. 16. Adjusting the Pressure
MORE PRESSURE
LESS PRESSURE
Fig. 17. Adjusting Feed Roll
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CLAMPING SCREWS
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Fig. 18. Loosening the Clamping Screws
REGULATiNG SCREW
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Fig. 19. Adjusting the Stitch Length
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ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE
Pressure on material should be as light as possible
while still sufficient to insure correct feeding.
To adjust, loosen lock nut shown in Fig. 16.
Turn thumb screw toward right to increase
pressure
Or left to decrease pressure,as shown in Fig. 16.
Feed Roll Adjustment
On Machines 262-20 and 262-32, feed roll
pressure
must be adjusted to insure correct feeding of material.
To adjust, turn thumb hut toward left or right to in
crease or decrease pressure, as shown in Fig. 17.
REGULATING STITCH LENGTH
Remove large cap from top of machine and loosen
two clamping washer screws shown in Fig. 18.
Rotate machine pulley toward the operator until
regulating screw, shown in Fig. 19, is
accessible.
Turn regulating screw to the left for longer stitch or
to the right for shorter stitch, as shown in Fig. 19.
Tighten two clamping washer screws and replace
ADJUSTING THE FEED ROLL FOR
^g^ANGES IN STITCH LENGTH
Feed roll on Machines 262-20 and 262-32 must be
adjusted to conform to changes in stitch length to pre
vent undesired stretching or gathering of material.
To adjust, depress button located on top of machine
arm. Fig. 20, and rotate machine pulley until button
clicks into notch on stitch regulator and feed eccentric
body.
Rotating the machine pulley toward the operator
Increases the stitch length. Rotating the machine pulley
away
from the operator decreoses the stitch length.
After adjusting, release button on top of machine
Check adjustment by placing material to be sewn, in
machine, and rotating machine pulley to determine
whether or not the desired adjustment has been made.
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pETTING THE PRESSER BAR AT THE CORRECT HEIGHT
Accumulation of lint, oil and dirt on presser foot
may prevent proper seating of foot. Clean this area
before setting the presser bar.
When presser foot rests firmly on throat plate with
feed dog below throat plate, guide bracket should just
clear lifting bracket as shown in Fig. 21.
When presser foot is at its highest point, top of
presser foot must not contact needle bar or needle
clamp.
To set the presser bar at the correct height, turn
machine pulley over toward operator until needle bar is
at lowest point.
Loosen four face plate screws and remove face
plate.
Loosen clamping screw shown in Fig. 21
Raise or lower guide bracket so that it just clears
lifting bracket and tighten clamping screw.
Replace face plate and securely tighten four screws.
^SETTING THE PRESSER BAR AT CORRECT HEIGHT
I MACHINES 262-20 AND 262-32
Make certain that presser foot is free from all lint,
oil and dirt.
Set presser foot pressure for minimum amount of
pressure.
When presser foot rests firmly on throat plate with
feed dog below throat
plate, guide bracket should just
clear lifting bracket, as shown In Fig. 22.
When
presser foot is at highest point and needle
bar is at lowest point, top of presser foot must not
contact needle bar or needle clamp.
To adjust, turn machine pulley Over toward operator
until needle bar is
at lowest point.
Loosen bracket clamping screw, feed lifting screw,
guide screw and presser bar stop screw shown in Fig. 22.
Raise or lower presser bar stop so that presser
foot does not contact needle bar or needle clamp when
presser foot is raised. Tighten presser bar stop screw.
Position presser foot so that heel of foot, shown in
Fig. 22, rests on throat plate when feed dog is below
throat plate.
Raise or lower guide bracket so that it just clears
lifting bracket as shown.
Tighten bracket, lifting, guide and stop screws.
STITCH LENGTH
BUTTON
Fig. 20. Adjusting the Feed Roll to
Changes in Stitch Length
LIFTING
BRACKET
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GUIDE BRACKET'
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Fig. 21. Setting the Presser Bor
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SCREW
GUIDE
BRACKET
HEEL
STOP SCREW
PRESSER BAR
STOP
Fig. 22. Setting the Presser Bar
(Machines 262-20,262-32)
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LIFTING
SCREW
LIFTING
BRACKET
Fig. 23« Setting the Feed Roll
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Fig. 24. Centralizing the Needles
SETTING THE FEED ROLL AT CORRECT HEIGt
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When presser foot rests firmly on throat plate, feed
roll should cleor throat plate by approximotely .010
to .016 inch.
There should be a 1/16 Inch clearance between
feed roll lifting bracket and feed roll guide.
To adjust, loosen feed lifting screw and guide
screw shown In Fig. 23.
Set feed roller approximately .010 to .016 inch above
throat plate and position feed roll guide on bushing,
as shown in Fig. 23. Tighten guide screw.
Raise or lower feed lifting bracket so that there is
aslight clearonce between bracket and feed lifting
guide, as shown in Fig. 23. Then tighten feed lifting
NOTE: it may be necessary to vary height of feed rol
when changing from one material to another.
ADJUSTING THE SEWING MECHANISM
NOTE: The adjustments detailed on the following pages
ore based upon the location of the left or front looper
in relation to the setting of the left or front needle.
Instructions covering left looper or needle also apply
to single looper and single needle machines.
CAUTION: Before making any adjustments, make certain
that needle bar is correctly turned as Instructed below
and that ioopers are parallel in looper carrier.
CENTRALIZING THE NEEDLES IN NEEDLE HOLEI
OF THROAT PLATE AND PRESSER FOOT
When needles pass through needle holes in throat
plate and presser foot, each needle should be centered
in the needle hole as shown in Fig. 24.
To adjust, remove presser foot and loosen needle
bar clamping screw.
Turn needle bar as required to center needles in
holes.
Tighten needle bar clamping screw and replace
presser foot.
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