Singer Fashion Mate User manual

7140 Instruction Manual
Fashion Mate
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Important safety instructions
I
This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and
UL1594.
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 the instructions
in a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is
given to a third party.
- 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, 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 fingers 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 deflect the needle causing it to break.
- Wear safety glasses.
- Switch the sewing machine off ("O" 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 off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
WARNING-
-To reduce the risk of electric shock:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or
injury to person:
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II
Important safety instructions
- 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 qualified 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 qualified 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.
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 75dB(A).
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 75dB(A).
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 qualified
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".
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS
For Europe only:
For outside Europe:
The machine must only be used with foot control of type C-8000 manufactured by ZENG
HSING INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
The machine must only be used with foot control of type C-8000 manufactured by ZENG
HSING INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
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Contents
PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE..........................................................................................................1
ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................................................................2
CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE......................................................................3
STARTING SEWING ............................................................................................................................................4
CHANGING THE NEEDLE STOP POSITION.................................................................................................4
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT...................................................................................................................5
TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART ..................................................................................................................5
REPLACING THE NEEDLE ...............................................................................................................................6
MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD......................................................................................................6
WINDING THE BOBBIN .....................................................................................................................................7
INSERTING THE BOBBIN..................................................................................................................................8
THREADING THE UPPER THREAD................................................................................................................9
USING THE NEEDLE THREADER.................................................................................................................10
THREAD TENSION.............................................................................................................................................11
RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD.............................................................................................................12
CUTTING THE THREAD ..................................................................................................................................12
TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER ............................................................................................................13
TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS........................................................................................................13
BUTTONS OF MACHINE.............................................................................................................................14-15
PATTERN CHART...............................................................................................................................................16
USEFUL SKILLS .................................................................................................................................................17
STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION ......................................................................................19
ZIGZAG STITCHES ...........................................................................................................................................19
STRETCH STITCH .............................................................................................................................................20
OVERCASTING STITCHES..............................................................................................................................21
BLIND HEM/ LINGERIE STITCH ..................................................................................................................22
BUTTON SEWING ..............................................................................................................................................23
BUTTONHOLE STITCHING .......................................................................................................................24-26
ZIPPER INSERTION .....................................................................................................................................27-28
SATIN STITCH SEWING...................................................................................................................................29
SCALLOP STITCH..............................................................................................................................................29
SMOCKING..........................................................................................................................................................30
FAGOTING ...........................................................................................................................................................31
PATCHWORK STITCHING ..............................................................................................................................31
TWIN NEEDLE....................................................................................................................................................32
WARNING FUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................33
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................34
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ..................................................................................................................35-36
Connecting the machine .....................................................................................................................................3
Foot control.........................................................................................................................................................4
Bobbin winding ..................................................................................................................................................7
Reverse/Auto-stop button (1) ...........................................................................................................................14
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Stitch length adjustment button (3) ..................................................................................................................15
Stitch width adjustment button (4)...................................................................................................................15
Sewing corners..................................................................................................................................................17
Reverse..............................................................................................................................................................17
Installing the Removable Accessory Storage ...................................................................................................17
Free arm ............................................................................................................................................................17
Sewing on the heavy fabric ..............................................................................................................................18
Inserting a centered zipper ...............................................................................................................................27
Inserting a side zipper.......................................................................................................................................28
Warning beeping sound ....................................................................................................................................33
Return bobbin winder spindle to left ...............................................................................................................33
The sewing machine is in trouble ....................................................................................................................33
Cleaning the sewing machine surface ..............................................................................................................34
Cleaning the hook.............................................................................................................................................34
Mode selection button (2)
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Principal parts of the machine
Horizontal spool pin
Handle
Presser foot lifter
Drop feed lever
Power cord
Handwheel
Foot controller connector
Main power switch
Thread cutter
Buttonhole lever
Auto needle threader
Bobbin cover plate
Sewing table and
accessory box
Tension dial
Stitch width
adjustment buttons
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Bobbin winder spindle
Stitch length
adjustment buttons
Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin thread guide
Upper thread guide
Hole for second spool pin
Number display
Mode selection button
Reverse/ Auto-stop button
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Accessories
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006084009
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R12373209
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A
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006172008
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006904008
F
T
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006186008
D
3
006H1A0004
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TA10943209
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006015009
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R60033209 006093009
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020L004000
1. All purpose foot (T)
2. Zipper foot (I)
3. Buttonhole foot (D)
4. Blind hem foot (F)
5. Satin stitch foot (A)
6. Bobbin (3x)
7. Spool holder (Large)
8. Spool holder (Small)
9. Spool pin felt
10. Second spool pin
11. L-screwdriver for needle plate
12. Brush/ Seam ripper
13. Needle (3x)
14. Soft cover
Standard
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Connecting the machine
Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on the machine is
conforming with your electrical power.
Place the machine on a stable table.
1. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting the 2-hole plug into the terminal box.
2. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.
3. Turn on the power switch.
4. The sewing lamp will light up when the switch is turned on.
To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
Polarized plug information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other), to reduce
the risk of electrical shock; this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main switch is
on ("O"). when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.
Connecting the machine to the power source
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ON
OFF
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Starting sewing
With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot
control plug into its connector on the sewing machine.
Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly depress
the foot control to start sewing.
Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine.
Foot control
Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as how to connect the machine to the power
source. Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.
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Changing the needle stop position
Normally, the sewing machine is set to leave the
needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped.
Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle
upward when sewing is stopped.
When the needle stop in the lowest position, you
can press the foot controller down lightly, the
needle point upward, then the sewing will stop
with the needle in the highest position.
Perform the same operation to change the needle
stop position to the lowest position.
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Changing the presser foot
e
g
Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O") when carrying out any of the below operations!
b
a
b
d
c
f
e
a
Attaching the presser foot holder
Attaching the presser foot
Removing the presser foot
Attaching the guide
Raise the presser foot bar (a).
Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated.
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out
(c) is directly above the pin (d).
Press the black lever (e).
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser
foot (f) will engage automatically.
Raise the presser foot.
Press the black lever (e) and the foot will
disengages.
Attach the guide (g) in the slot as
illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems,
pleats, etc.
edge/quilting
edge/quilting
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Type of presser foot chart
Note: The twin needle is optional. It is not include with the accessories.
When sewing with twin needle, the stitch width should be set at less than "5.0".
All purpose foot (T)
Zipper foot (I)
Blind hem foot (F)
Satin stitch foot (A)
Buttonhole foot (D)
Inserting zippers
General sewing,
Patchwork stitches,
Decorative stitching,
Smocking,
Fagoting, etc.
Buttonhole sewing
Blind hem stitching
Satin stitch sewing
PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION
NEEDLE
PRESSER FOOT
NEEDLE
APPLICATION
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Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O")
when carrying out any of the above operations!
Change the needle regularly, especially if it is
showing signs of wear and causing problems.
Insert the needle following the illustrated
instructions.
A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten
again after inserting the new needle. T h e f l a t
side of the shaft should be towards the back.
B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.
Needles must be in perfect condition.
Problems can occur with:
- Bent needles
- Blunt needles
- Damaged points
Replacing the needle
Matching needle/ fabric/ thread
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
Please Note:
- In general, fine threads and needles are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thicker threads are used
for sewing heavy fabrics.
- Always test thread and needle size on a small piece of fabric which will be used for actual sewing.
- Use the same thread for needle and bobbin.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
16 (100)
11-14 (80-90) Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
sailcloth, double knits, lightweight woollens.
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.
14 (90)
18 (110)
NEEDLE SIZE
FABRICS THREAD
9-11 (70-80) 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.
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.
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A
B
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2. Snap the thread into the thread guide .
3. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder
tension discs.
contrary
4. Place the thread end through one of the inner holes in the bobbin
as illustrated and place empty bobbin on the spindle.
5. Push the bobbin to right.
Winding the bobbin
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1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin.
For smaller spools of thread, place spool holder with the small
side next to the spool or use the small spool holder.
Bobbin winding
P
S
Please Note: When the bobbin winder switch is placed on the right, "bobbin winding position", the
machine will not sew and the handwheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder switch
to the left "sewing position".
6. When the bobbin winder shaft is pushed to the right, the number
display will blink on and off while displaying " ".
7. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand.
8. Press on the foot control to start winding the bobbin.
9. After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine and cut
the thread near the hole of the bobbin. Continue filling the bobbin
until it is full. The motor stops automatically when the bobbin is
full. Stop the machine. Push the bobbin winder spindle to left.
10.Cut the thread and then remove the bobbin.
SP
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Pull the thread through the slit (A).
Inserting the bobbin
Attention: Turn power switch to off ("O")
before inserting or removing the bobbin.
When inserting or removing the bobbin, the
needle must be fully raised.
Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the
thread running in a counterclockwise direction
(arrow).
With a finger held gently on top of the bobbin.
the thread at the arrow markings into the
stitch plate thread guide from (A) to (B)
Draw
.
Pull the thread at the arrow markings into the
stitch plate thread guide from (B) to (C).
To cut off excess thread pull thread back over the
cutting off blade at point (C). Close the bobbin
cover plate.
A
C
A
B
B
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Threading the upper thread
Start by raising the needle to its highest point, and also raise the presser foot to release the tension
discs.
1. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin so
that the thread comes from the front of the spool, then place the spool
cap at the end of the spool pin.
2. Draw the thread from the spool through the upper thread guide.
Please Note: It is important to carry out the threading correctly as by not doing so several sewing
problems could result.
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5
7
8
6. At the top of this movement, pass the thread from right to the left
through the slotted eye of the take-up lever and then downwards
again.
7.
Guide the thread through the wire loop.
Pull the end of the thread through the needle from front to rear,
and pull out about 10 cm of thread.
Use the needle threader to thread the needle. (On the next page.)
Pass the thread behind the flat, horizontal thread guide.
4. Thread the tension module by passing the thread between the
silver discs.
5. Then, down and around the check spring holder.
3. Guide the thread around the thread guide pulling the thread
through the pre-tension spring as illustrated.
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Attention: Turn power switch to the off
position ("O").
Using the needle threader
The needle threader automatically turns to the
threading position and the hook pin passes through
the needle eye.
Take the thread in front of the needle.
Hold the thread loosely and release the lever
slowly. The hook will turn and pass the thread
through the needle eye forming a loop.
Pull the thread through the needle eye.
Raise the needle to its highest position and
lower the presser foot.
Lower the needle threader lever slowly and draw
the thread through the thread guide as illustrated
and then to the right.
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Thread tension
11
- 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.
- Proper setting of tension is important to good 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.
Thread tension is too loose for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial
to higher number.
Thread tension is too tight for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to
lower number.
Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing.
Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing.
Upper thread
Bobbin thread
Surface
Reverse side
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1. Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn
the handwheel towards you (counterclockwise)
lowering, then raising the needle.
2. Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the
bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole.
The bobbin thread will come up in a loop.
3. Pull both threads to the back under the presser
foot.
Raise the presser foot.
Remove the fabric, draw the threads to the left
side of the face cover and cut using the thread
cutter.
The threads are cut at the proper length to start
the next seam.
Raising up the lower thread
Cutting the thread
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Two-step presser foot lifter
The presser foot lifter raises and lowers your
presser foot.
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the
presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy
positioning of the work.
To raise or drop the feed dogs
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Sliding the lever to the " " (b) will lower the
feed dog, for example during button sewing. If you
wish to continue sewing normally, slide the lever to
the " " (a) in order to raise the feed dogs.
The feed dog will not rise up if you do not turn the
handwheel, even if the lever is slid to the right.
Make a complete turn to raise the feed dogs.
a
b
ba
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Buttons of machine
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8
Reverse/ Auto-stop button (1)
When the patterns 01-06 are selected, the machine will sew
reverse stitch at a low speed if the reverse button is pressed.
The machine will sew forward after the button is released.
When the patterns 07-16, 21-40 are selected, the machine
will immediately sew 3 locking stitches when the reverse
button is pressed, then automatically stop.
1
23
4
8
Mode selection button (2)
The LED light will be set at pattern mode " " when the
machine is turned on. The light will run by the sequence of
pattern, stitch width, and stitch length mode.
There are 40 patterns for selection 01~40, stitch
selection using the stitch width and length adjustment
buttons.
Adjust the width of the stitch using the stitch width
adjustment buttons.
Adjust the length of the stitch using the stitch length
adjustment buttons.
Utility and decorative pattern mode:
Stitch width mode
Stitch length mode
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Buttons of machine
5
2
8
8
5
3
When you select a stitch the machine will automatically set
the recommended stitch length.
If the pre-set stitch length need adjusting once the pattern is
selected, push mode button " " to move to the stitch
length position.
To shorten the stitch length, press the " " button. For a
longer stitch length, press the " " button. The stitch
length can be adjusted between "0.0-4.5". Certain stitches
have a limited length.
When the setting is at the auto position, the number display
will blink 3 times.
Stitch length adjustment button (3)
When MODE is set on pattern, press stitch length
adjustment buttons " " or " " for tens place 0~4 .
Stitch width adjustment button (4)
When you select a stitch the machine will automatically set
the recommended stitch width.
If the pre-set stitch width need adjusting once the pattern is
selected, push mode button " " to move to the stitch
width position.
For a narrower stitch, press the " " button. For a wider
stitch, press the " " button. The stitch width can be
adjusted between "0.0-7.0". Certain stitches have a limited
stitch width.
When the setting is at the auto position, the number display
will blink 3 times.
When MODE is set on pattern, press stitch width
adjustment buttons " " or " " for ones place 0~9 .
If the numbers are beyond the selections, the numbers in
display will be flashing and voice warning. The machine
can not start.
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