Singer 177 User Manual

InstructionsSINGERZig-Zag Sewing Machine Model 177

choosing needle and threadThe needle and thread you choose will depend upon the fabric being stitched. The table on the following page is a practical

FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE TABLE..3/' Needles 'liiliiiiSiliilSibatiste, organdy, jersey, voile, taffeta, crepe, chiffoniiiffiiilSIttilSSiBisl

threading the machineTHE BOBBIN THREADWinding the BobbinRemoving bobbin case1. Raise the presser foot and turn hand wheel toward you until needle is

Winding steps1. Hold hand wheel with left hand and loosen hand wheel knob by turning it toward you.2. Place spool of thread on spool pin over the fe

3. Place bobbin on spindle and slide bobbin and spindle to the right.4. Hold thread end and start the machine. (Thread end will break off after a fe

BracketScrewBobbin-Winding Tension Discs13

Threading bobbin case1. Hold the bobbin so that the thread will unwind in the direction shown.2. Place bobbin into the bobbin case.3. Pull thread i

Threading Bobbin CaseBobbin Case.BobbinTension.' SpringNotch ./ Beplacihg Bobbin Case15

1. Turn hand wheel toward you to raise needle to its highest position.2. Raise the presser foot.3. Place spool of thread on the spool pin over the

Threading the NeedleThread Needle . From. Right to Left17

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Now that you have wound the bobbin and threaded the needle, you will need to raise the bobbin thread through the hole in the needle plate.1. Hol

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3. straight StitchingpreparationBefore moving the stitch width selector, make sure the needle is above the needle plate.SETTING THE MACHINE1.

Starting to Sew21

adjusting selectors for your fabricSETTING STITCH LENGTHThe stitch length selector regulates the length of both straight and zig-zag stitches. The num

Setting Stitch Length20 ;TightenLoosenTo Reverse : Stitching :,Regulating PressureTo Decrease To Increase23

REGULATING THREAD TENSIONCorrect tension is important because too much or too little will weaken your seams or cause the fabric to pucker. Make a test

isleedle-Thread Tensioni /‘ /i ! \To IncreaseTo Decrease Bobbin-Thread Tension25

sewing a seamPIN BASTINGPin basting is a time-saver and can be used inplace of hand basting when you are straightstitching seams in easy-to-handle fab

stitching a Seaitt27

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Keeping Seams StraightKEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHTTo keep the seam straight, use one of the numbered guidelines on the needle plate. The numbers indi

Supporting Fabric29

REINFORCING END OF SEAM1. Stitch to the edge of the fabric.2. Raise stitch length selector as far as it will go and backstitch to reinforce end of s

Ending la SeamReinforcing End of SeamCutting Threads , :Sewing a Curved Seam31

4. Zig-Zag StitchingYou will find the zig-zag stitch that is built into your machine ideal for many of your sewing applications. To use this stitch,

4 3 2 1 0HiAdjusting $titc h LengthAs Selector is Raised, Stitches Close Up33

adjusting needle-thread tensionZig-zag stitching requires less needle-thread tension than straight stitching; and closed zigzag stitching requires ev

IncreaseDecreaseToo TightCorrectAdjusting Needle^Thread Tension35

5. Sewing the Professional Wayconstruction detailsLINGERIE SEAMS• Stitch Width: 2 to 3• Stitch length; 15 to 20, depending on fabricTo make seams i

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FLAT-FELLED SEAMS• Stitch Width: 2• Stitch Length: 15 to 20, depending on fabricZig-zag stitching gives strength and durabilityto flat-felled seams.

DARTSDarts can be made in the usual way on your sewing machine. That is, you begin stitching at the wide end of the dart, stitch to the point, and the

Regular DartapragnaII iJIiII41

BUTTONHOLES• Stitch Width: 2 and 4• Stitch Length: Above 30Make a test buttonhole on a sample of your fabric so you can adjust stitch length to prod

Side: StitchingStitch Vyidth iSettingsMarking LinesLength of Cutting SpaceBar Tacks and Side Stitching43

Buttonholes (Continued)ProcedurePlace work under the presser foot, aligning center marking of buttonhole with the needle.Side stitchingSet stitch wi

iSislEiiSiiiÄSide StitchingBar Tack45

Side stitchingWith needle in fabric, raise presser foot and reset stitch width selector to 2. Lower presser foot and stitch, stopping at point E

Side StitchingFinal Bar TackFastening Stitch47

Contents1. Getting to Know Your MachinePrincipal Parts...Page4. 4,5Getting Ready to Sew...

keeping up appearancesMENDINGThe zig-zag stitch is just as useful for mending as it is for creative sewing. It forms a firm, flexible bond for repa

Replacing ElasticWhen replacing elastic, use the same settings as for “Mending a Tear.”1. Fit elastic for desired snugness at waistline, allowing one

BLANKET BINDINGOften you can make an old blanket look almost new by replacing the binding.• Stitch Width: 4• Stitch Length: 15 to 201. Remove worn

Blanket Bindingbarning51

6. Caring for Your Machinecleaning and lubricatingYour machine will serve you perfectly for many years if you keep it clean and lubricated. How often

Clean Between tension Discs ; Briisti53

Removing and Replacing Shuttle1. Raise take-up lever to its highest position.2. Open slide plate, remove needle plate (see page 52), and remove bobbi

Cleaning and LubricatingBehind Face Plate1. Remove the two screws from the face plate.2. Using a brush, clean out lint and fluff which may have accum

EVERY FEW WEEKS...Lubricate Top and Bottom of Machine• Remove two screws from top cover and lift cover from machine.• Apply a drop of oil to points

OiltOilOilOiOi!Lubricating Bottom of Machine• Tilt machine back and apply a drop of oil to ail points indicated.IF MACHINE IS TO BE STOREDBefore stori

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adjustingmotor belt tensionTension on the motor belt should be just sufficient to keep the belt from slipping. If the motor belt needs adjustment:•

removing machine from cabinetIMPORTANT:• Do not attempt to remove hinges from cabinet as this may result in damage to cabinet.• Puil cabinet away fr

iBasticBartd^'Replacing Machine in Cabinet61

7. FASHION AidsFashion Aids increase the versatility of your sewing machine. The ones described below are just a few of the selection available

Adjusting Motor Belt Tension... 58Blanket Binding... 50Bobbin Case...

Sewing a Seam...26Starting a Seam... 26Stitch Length Selector...

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4. Presser Foot holds fabric against feed. Presser-foot lifter at rear of machine (not shown] raises and lowers the presser foot.6. Slide Plat

2. Getting Ready to Sewpreliminary stepsCONNECTING MACHINEBefore plugging in your machine, be sure that the electrical information on the motor brack