Singer 14U52 User Manual

14U46BOperator’sGuide

(1) Push the cover to the right as far as it will go and(2) Pull cover down toward you.Be sure looper cover is closed when sewing.• How to remove cy

• How to change threadsWhen you wish to change the left needle thread, right needle thread, left looper thread or right looper thread w

6. How to sew two-thread overlook and overedgeThe 2-thread overlook and overedge is sewn with one needle, one looper and a spreader.(1) Convert righ

Remove cylinder cover and thread left looper in the order 0 to path) (See page 8 for cylinder cover removal)While holding thread with finger, wrap thr

o(3a) Thread the right needle for standard 3.5mm stitch width • To thread the right needleThread right needle thread in the order 0 to (j5> as show

(4) Correct thread tensions for 2-thread wrapped edge overlook.Be sure the threads are correctly threaded otherwise proper tension cannot be obtained.

(5) Correct thread tensions for 2-thread overedgeBe sure the threads are correctly threaded otherwise proper tension cannot be obtained.Set eac

7. How to sew three-thread standard overlook, flatlock and wrapped edge overlookThe 3-thread standard overlook, flatlock and wrapped edge is sewn wit

(4) Correct thread tensions for 3-thread standard overlook.Be sur^ the threads are correctly threaded otherwise proper tension cannot be obtained.Set

(5) Correct thread tensions for 3-thread flatlock.Be sure the threads are correctly threaded otherwise proper tension cannot be obtained.Set ea

14U46BPREFACEThank you for your purchase of this sewing machine.This machine will provide you with excellent performance in sewing from light to heav

(6) Correct thread tensions for 3-thread wrapped edge overlook.Be sure the threads are correctly threaded otherwise proper tension cannot be ob

8. How to sew three-thread ultra-stretch mock safety stitchThe 3-thread ultra-stretch is sewn with two needles, one looper and a spreader.(1) Conver

9. How to sew four-thread ultra-stretch mock safety stitchThe 4-thread ultra-stretch is sewn with two needles and two loopers.(1) Thread right loope

10. How to adjust stitch lengthThe stitch length dial on this machine is pre-set to 3mm for normal sewing condition. Since the adjust

12. How to do rolled hemmingThis machine can do the 2 types of standard and right looper thread wrapped rolled hem stitching with a seam width of 1.

3. How to adjust thread tensions(1) 1-needle 3-thread• Standard rolled hem stitchingTension DialBlueGreenOrangeYellow1.02.02.0Right looper thread wra

Left looper thread wrapped rolled hem stitching (rolled hem variation).Correct thread tensionA beautiful seam can be obtained on hard-to-roll ligh

13. Free arm sewing (tubular work)

Flatlock stitch can be used for various applications.Preparation• Use ordinary overedge throat plate.• Use left or right needle.• The right looper

18. Two or three-thread blindstitchingBlindstitching provides a durable hem finish that is almost invisible. It is best suited for sewing

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8. 9.10.11.12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20. 21. 22.23.24.25.26.27.28. 29.CONTENTSPageSelection of stitches ...

20. Two or three-thread pin tuckingPin tucking is a useful decoration when sewing blouses and children’s clothes. Pin tucking is accomplished befor

22. Turning square cornersOutside corner1. Cut out approximately 2cm from the comer in line with the overedge seam edge.2. Sew to point A, one sti

23. How to replace stationary knifeThe stationary knife (available from your Singer Dealer) should be changed when it becomes dull.The stationary kn

26. Reasons for poor stitches and how to make adjustmentWhenever sewing difficulty is encountered, make the adjustments as noted below.ConditionReaso

27. Relationship between cloth, thread and needleType of FabricType of ThreadNeedleSinger Cat. No. 2054Light WeightLawn, Organdy, Voil, Crepe, etc.Co

28. Accessories1. Needle set 12. Screwdriver (large size) 13. Screwdriver (small size) 14. Tweezers 15. Rolled hemming throat plate 16. Hex

Form U3895(489) Part No. 379230-002 Printed in Japan

1. Selection of stitchesThis machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of needle positions

Stitch TypeReferencePages(7) Four-Thread Ultra-Stretch MockSafety Stitch2-needle 4-thread stitch which is ideal for medium to heavy weight \ stretchy

2. Handy reference chartStitch TypeNeedlePositionsTension Dial: Numbers shown are average settings on medium weight fabric with standard #80 Polyeste

3. Principal partsThread guide holder-Left hand looper thread tension dial Right hand looper thread tension dial Pressure regulating screw Right need

4. Preparation for sewingConnect the machine plug to the electrical receptacle of your machine and the power line plug to the wall receptacle.To

5. Preparation for threading• Setting up the thread guide holderExtend the thread guide holder as far as possible and set the thread guid