User manual SINGER TRADITION 2250

[. . . ] Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet. [. . . ] (2) - Draw thread from spool through the upper thread guide (3) and pulling thread through pre-tension spring as illustrated. (4) - Thread tension module by leading thread down right channel and up left channel (5). During this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. 8 7 5 1 2 3 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. (6) - Now pass thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (7) and then down to the needle which should be threaded from front to back. (8) 25 GB Thread tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. Correct thread tension is when a small amount of the upper thread appears on the bottom side of fabric. Lower thread tension To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by suspending it by the thread. If the tension is correct, the thread will unwind by about an inch or two. please note: - Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing. - There is no single tension setting appropriate for all stitch functions, thread or fabric. - A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is usually only desirable for straight stitch construction sewing. - For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should generally be less than for straight stitch 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. GB Raising the bobbin thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. 1 Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole. (3) 29 GB Reverse sewing A To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). (1) Removing the work 1 2 Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) B Cutting the thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). [. . . ] 5mm (fine) Sewing Instructions: Stay-stitching is used to reinforce curves such as armholes, seams in stretch fabrics, and other areas to prevent stretching. Stay stitch along the edge of the area 1/4 of an inch from the edge of the seam. 63 GB Traditional pintucks Machine Preparation: - Pattern: Straight - Stitch Length: 2 - 3 Sewing Instructions: To mark pintucks in your fabric, either pull a thread to mark the fold or mark with chalk or marking pencil. Fold and press wrong sides together on pulled thread line or marked lines. [. . . ]