User manual SINGER 11-17

[. . . ] 14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (110-120V area) or 15 watts (220-240V area). WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 1. [. . . ] Place the spool of thread on the holder with the thread coming off the spool as shown. For small thread spools, place small side of spool holder next to spool. (4) - Guide thread around thread guide (5) pulling thread through pre-tension spring as illustrated. - Thread tension module by leading thread down right channel and up left channel (6). During this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide (4). - At the top of this movement pass thread from right to left through the slotted eye of the take-up lever and then downwards again. (7) - Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (8) and then down to the needle which should be threaded from front to back. (9) Note: If your sewing machine is equipped with the factory installed optional automatic needle threader, instructions for use can be found on page 14. 6 13 2 7 3 5 4 4 3 5 1 2 9 6 8 7 8 9 Automatic needle threader (optional) * The automatic needle threader is a factory installed option. If your machine has this option use the following instructions: A - Raise the needle to its highest position. (3) 2 16 3 Reverse sewing To secure the beginning and the end of seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). The width increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "5". For twin needle sewing, never set the width wider than "3" (1). The stitch width dial is also the control for the straight stitch infinite needle position. "0" position is full left, "5" is full right and between "2" and "3" is center needle position. Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging (for models A, B & C) The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches "0". Neat zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "2. 5" or below (2). For straight stitch sewing, generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. 1 2 5 Stitch width dial (models A & B) Stitch length dial (models A, B & C) 4 3 2 321 1 0 4 3 2 2 1 0. 5 5 4 3 4 0 1 0 S2 For model D the width of Zig Zag Stitch Pattern (only) is adjustable with Stitch Pattern Selector Dial. 20 S1 Blind hem/ lingerie stitch * The blindhem foot is an optional accessory not supplied with this machine. Turn the handwheel forwards by hand until the needle swings fully to the left. Adjust the guide (4) by turning the knob (5) so that the guide just rests against the fold. All purpose foot Blindhem presser foot (Optional) Stitch width dial (models A & B) 5 Stitch length dial (models A, B & C) 3 4 2 4 321 0 0 1 0 S2 1 2 3 21 S1 5 4 Overlock stitches (for models A, B & C) * The overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied with this machine. [. . . ] (1) When mending tears, it is advisable to use a piece of backing fabric to reinforce. (2) S2 All purpose foot 1 27 2 S1 0 0 Straight stretch stitch and Ric Rac stitch (for models A, B & C) Straight stretch stitch Set the stitch pattern dial to " ". 5 4 Stitch width dial (models A & B) 321 0 0 Stitch length dial (models A, B & C) S1 Stitch width dial (models A & B) 4 Stitch length dial (models A, B & C) S1 321 0 The machine sews two stitches forwards and one stitch backwards. All purpose foot All purpose foot Turn the stitch length dial to "S1". Adjust the stitch width dial to between "3" and "5". [. . . ]