User manual SINGER 153K103

[. . . ] This machine is equipped with a special connection cord which, if damaged, must be replaced by an identical cord. Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. Pressure adjustment dial Tension release lever Left needle thread tension dial (yellow) Right needle thread tension dial (blue) Upper looper thread tension dial (red) Lower looper thread tension dial (green) Spool pin Spool holder Spool pin base Machine socket Power switch Handwheel Front cover Side cover Cutting width window Differential feed dial (DF) Stitch length dial (SL) Program display panel Program selection dial Presser foot lever and thread cutter Needle clamp Needle(s) Presser foot Needle plate Needle plate release lever Cutting width dial Upper knife release knob Pull the cover to the right and open it towards you. 2-thread converter Upper looper Lower looper Upper knife Lower knife Back-tack device Needle plate setting knob Needle clamp release button Accessory box Assortment of needles EL x 705 Needle threader Wrench for replacing upper knife Allen screwdriver 1. [. . . ] 5 mm Tweezers Spool holders Foam pads Oil tube Spool caps Lint brush Dust cover Thread guide pole Waste tray Foot control Instructional movie DVD This is an industrial type needle that ensures proper stitch formation at high speeds. The scarf (dent on needle back) is important because it allows the looper to come near the needle to catch the thread and form a stitch. It is possible to use conventional sewing machine needles ­ 130/705H ­ for special threads and fabrics. Insert the thread guide pole into the spool pin base located at the back of the machine. Before connecting the power cord/foot control, make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine are identical to your electrical power. Insert the machine/foot control plug into the machine socket and the power supply plug into the wall outlet. While the machine is in operation, always keep your eye on the sewing area and do not touch any moving parts ­ needle(s), handwheel, upper knife, loopers, etc. Always turn off the power switch and unplug the machine from the power supply: When leaving the machine unattended when attaching or removing parts when cleaning the machine. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. IMPORTANT: When removing and inserting the needles, be sure to: ­ turn the power switch q off. ­ swing up the presser foot lever e to lower the presser foot (see page 48). Grasp the tab and pull the needle clamp up while pushing the red button. R Tab t Red button CAUTION: Do not turn the handwheel while the needle clamp is tilted up. Lightly tighten the setscrew to prevent it from loosening during sewing. Push the needle straight up as far as it will go and tighten the setscrew securely. Tilting down the needle clamp Grasp the tab and push the needle clamp down while pushing the red button. Turn the handwheel slowly and check that the needle(s) does not hit or thrust the presser foot or needle plate. Cutting width The cutting width dial sets the distance between the needle and where the blades cut fabrics. [. . . ] Cutting width The cutting width dial sets the distance between the needle and where the blades cut fabrics. Turn the dial until the readout on the display panel is visible in the side door window. HINT: Open the left side cover to fully expose the cutting width dial to more easily turn the dial for wider widths. IMPORTANT: Never turn the cutting width dial if threads are forming a stitch around the chaining finger. [. . . ]