Singer QUANTUM STYLIST 9960 User manual

Feature Benefit
600 Built-in Stitch
Patterns provide more
than 1,000 Stitch
Functions
Fulfill your creative dreams with a large selection stitches including basic,
decorative and stretch stitches for clothing construction, quilting, home décor,
and crafting.
Alphanumeric Stitches Includes 4 standard fonts for letters and numbers
13 Fully Automatic
1-Step Buttonholes
Buttonhole sewing is a 1-step simple process providing reliable results every-
time. The sides of the buttonholes are sewn in the same direction to prevent
gaps in stitching or fabric distortion.
Exclusive Buttonhole
Underplate
Sandwiches fabric between lower plate and foot to ensure perfect buttonholes
on multiple layers of fabric.
Digital Information
Advisor
Stitch information including stitch pattern, length and width settings, and
recommended presser foot are displayed on the crystal clear LCD screen.
Programmable Needle
Up/Down
The needle can be programmed to stop in the highest position when your foot
is lifted from the controller, making it easier to remove fabric from the ma-
chine or program the needle to stop in the down position, which is ideal for
pivoting, appliquéing or quilting.
One-Touch Electronic
Automatic Thread Cutter
Press the thread cutter button and the machine automatically trims threads
when you are done sewing.
Electronic Auto Pilot Provides complete control over sewing speed for any project type.
Automatic Bobbin
Winding Clutch
Needle bar automatically disengages when winding the bobbin, making
bobbin winding safer.
Stitch Editing Capabilities Control the exact look of a stitch pattern with elongation and mirroring
capabilities.

Feature Benefit
7mm Stitch Width Most stitches can be set for a maximum width of 7mm creating attractive
satin and decorative stitches.
Slow Sewing Speed Option Allows you to sew at slower speeds for intricate work.
2 StayBright™ LED Lights Illuminates the work space and will last for 100,000 sewing hours.
Large Back-Lit LCD Screen
with Brightness Control
Provides clear and easy viewing of stitch functions including stitch width
and length, tension settings, and the recommended presser foot.
High Sewing Speed With a maximum sewing speed of 850 stitches-per-minute, projects can
be sewn quickly.
Extension Table Provides extra large sewing area for large projects including quilting.
Built-In Stretch Stitches Specially designed stitches that add strength and flexibility to seams,
especially useful when sewing on knitwear and super-stretch fabrics.
Adjustable Stitch Length Automatic settings for length can be overridden to personalize length
choice.
Adjustable Stitch Width Automatic settings for width can be overridden to personalize width
choice.
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Feature Benefit
Six Second Threading
Threading the machine is so easy that you can have the entire
machine threaded, from the spool to the needle’s eye, in just six
seconds.
Automatic Locking
Stitch Function
Tie-off decorative and utility stitches with just a push of a button. This
feature ensures quality stitching and prevents unraveling.
Automatic Reverse Push the conveniently located Automatic Reverse Button to sew in
reverse and reinforce the stitch.
Horizontal Threading Allows for the thread to feed more evenly reducing poor stitch
formation and thread breakage.
Electronic Twin
Needle Control
Stitches are automatically adjusted for twin needle sewing with just the
touch of a button.
25 Needle Positions Needle position can be changed for individual projects like inserting
zippers or cording and topstitching.
Direct Button Stitch Selection Provides direct access to eight of the most popular stitches including
straight, zig-zag, blind hem and one buttonhole.
Error Warning An audible warning alerts the sewer if something is incorrect. The
audible warning can be deactivated, if desired.
Optimal Stitch Settings
Optimal settings for length and width are automatically set when
choosing a stitch. These settings can be overridden to personalize the
stitch pattern.
Stitch Reference Chart
This chart—located on the upper lid of the machine—allows you to
quickly choose the perfect stitch for your project – eliminating tedious
screen searching.
Mirror Imaging and
Elongation Function
With just a touch of a button select stitches can be mirror imaged,
adding even more stitch variety. Select the elongation button and a
variety of stitches can be made 2 to 5 times longer.
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Feature Benefit
Automatic Tension
This system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever type of fabric is
being sewn. The tension can be adjusted using the tension adjustment
buttons, if desired.
Extra-High Presser Foot Lifter
The Presser Foot Lifter has two heights. The second offers more
clearance, which is needed when placing multiple layers of bulky fabric
under the presser foot.
Free Arm Provides easy access to cuffs, collars, pant hems and other difficult-to-
reach areas.
Box Feed The feed dogs move in a box motion ensuring perfect feeding through-
out the entire feed process.
Start/Stop Button
Unplug the foot control, press the Start button and the machine sews.
You are still in complete control over the speed - just slide the Speed
Limiting control to the desired speed.
Drop Feed Lower the feed dogs for free-motion embroidery, monograms and for
sewing buttons.
Warning Animation A picture appears on the LCD screen illustrating the probable error.
On Board Storage The accessories are conveniently stored in the removable sewing table,
providing easy access to accessories.
Snap-On Presser Feet Easily change snap-on presser feet without use of a screwdriver.
Optimum Power Control
A control system that senses when additional power is required to
maintain speed through thick or changing fabric conditions. This feature
is most useful when sewing through multiple (6-8) layers of fabric.
Heavy Duty Metal Frame
The internal skeleton of the sewing machine is constructed of heavy
duty metal. This rigid support holds all the mechanisms in perfect
alignment for skip-free sewing and overall durability.
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Feature Benefit
DC Motor Provides instant start and stop with no coasting, for accurate and
precise stitch placement.
Automatic Needle Threader Makes threading the needle quick and painless.
Included Presser Feet
(Standard)
General Purpose (on the machine)
Zipper
Button Sewing
Satin Stitch
Buttonhole Foot and Underplate
Open Toe
Blind Hem
Overcasting
Narrow Hem
Cording
Straight Stitch/Quilting
Darning & Embroidery
Even Feed/Walking
Included Accessories
(Standard)
Extra Wide Extension Table
Needle Pack
4 Bobbins
Seam Ripper
Brush
Spool Pin with Felt Washer
Screwdriver (x2)
Spool Cap (x2)
Seam Guide
Quilting Bar
Value Added Accessories
NEW! Adjustable Bias Binder Foot
NEW! Single Welt Cording Foot
NEW! Braiding Guide
NEW! Braiding Foot
NEW! Clear Stitch-in-Ditch Foot
NEW! Fancy Trim Foot
NEW! Clearance Plate
Warranty Limited 25-year warranty including 5-year on electronic components
and 1-year on adjustments.
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