Singer 10 User Manual

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Instruction Manual

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 2 Getting ready to sew Operating the machine Connecting the machine Push plug (1) into the receptacle (2) at the rig

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Changing snap-on presser feet (B), (D), (J), (L) Your machine comes with the General Purpose Presser Foot (B) alre

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Changing the needle plate (A), (C) Your machine comes with the General Purpose Needle Plate (A) attached. The Stra

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Fabric, thread and needle table The needle and thread you choose will depend upon the fabric being sewn.The t

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Winding a bobbin Winding a bobbin is quick and easy when you follow the directions below. Always wind the bobbin

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Inserting a bobbin To insert a bobbin, follow the instructions below: * Raise presser foot * Turn hand wheel

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Threading the machine To thread your machine correctly, follow the steps below: * Raise take-up lever (6) to hi

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Raising the bobbin thread Once the needle has been threaded and the bobbin placed in the bobbin case, the bobbin

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines 3 Straight stitching Stitch width selector Before you move the selectors to set your machine for straight stitchi

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Adjusting thread tension When an even amount of tension is exerted on both threads, a smooth even stitch, known a

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Table of Contents 1. Getting To Know Your MachinePrincipal PartsAccessoriesImportant Safety Instructions 2. Gettin

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Sewing a seam You can sew seams easily and accurately when you follow the suggestions below. Placing fabric und

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Starting a seam Place fabric under presser foot 1/2 inch (12 mm) from rear of fabric. Align the right edge with o

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing MachinesDarning Worn or torn spots on children's clothes and household linens can be darned effortlessly and quickly wi

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing MachinesQuilting Quilting is the art of stitching two or more thicknesses of fabric together in a planned design. A padding

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Inserting a zipper We recommend using the Zipper Foot to form an even line of stitching close to the zipper. Reco

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines * To produce any of the zig-zag stitches, the stitch width selector is moved from its straight position to any of i

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Adjusting stitch length Any stitch length setting from 1 to 5 will give you an open zig-zag stitch. The higher

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Zig-zag stitch The Zig-Zag Stitch can be used when sewing seams, appliqueing, monogramming or for decorative sewi

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Satin stitching Recommended settings Stitch Selection: Zig-zag Stitch Needle Position:Stitch Width: Stitch Le

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Blindstitching Blindstitching provides a durable hem finish that can be used on a variety of different weight fabri

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Congratulations As the owner of a new Singer sewing machine, you are about to begin an exciting adventure in creat

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Ladder seams A ladder seam, made with blindstitching is functional and decorative at the same time. Appropriate for

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Multi-stitch zig-zag Mending, overcasting, joining or reinforcing can all be done using the Multi-Stitch Zig-Zag.

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Bar tacks Strong multi-stitch bar tacks are effective for tacking belt loops on heavy fabrics such as denim. Reco

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines "M" Stitch This stitch can be used for stretch seams and decorative stitching. Elastic insertion Reco

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Lace insertion Lace is inserted after fabric is cut, but before it is sewn together. Recommended Settings Stitch

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 5 Four-step buttonhole (only for machines with 5, 6, 8 and 10 stitches) Your machine makes buttonholes to any size

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Step B * Raise needle out of fabric. * Turn buttonhole dial to the buttonhole symbol(B) for the second step. *

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Balancing the buttonhole On some kinds of fabrics, there may be a difference in the density of the stitches on the

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 6 Free-arm sewing Fabric handling, when sewing tubular and hard to reach garment areas, is simplified and made eas

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 7 Twin needle sewing Twin needle sewing produces two parallel lines of closely-spaced decorative stitching. You ca

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing MachineDear Customer, We recommend that for future reference you record the Serial Number of your Sewing Machine in the spac

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine * Turn the machine off. * Insert the twin needle with the flat side of the shank toward the rear of the machine.

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 8 Caring for your machine Removing and replacing bobbin case Caution: Before cleaning or adjusting the machine, re

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Changing the light bulb Caution: Before changing light bulb, make sure you have removed plug from socket outlet an

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Cleaning the machine Your machine is designed to give you many years of dependable service. To ensure this reliabi

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Lubricating the machine How often you need to lubricate the machine depends on how often you use it and where you

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Additional accessories Additional Accessories for your sewing machine are available for purchase at your SINGER de

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Attaching a button Flat buttons can be sewn on quickly and easily using the plain zig-zag stitch. A special button

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Performance checklist When sewing difficulties occur, look back through this manual to make sure you are correctly

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine 1 Getting to know your machine Principal parts 1. Hand wheel 2. Bobbin winder 3. Pattern selector lever (only fo

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine Accessories The following accessories furnished with your sewing machine are designed to simplify your sewing proj

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines Accessories Continued... 8. Feed cover (F) is used to prevent the feed from moving the fabric when darning or fre

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machine IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed includin

5, 6, 8, 10 Stitch Sewing Machines IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued... * Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventil