Singer 5102 User Manual

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Choosing the correct needle and thread for your fabric is of utmost importance. Correct choice will make the difference in the wea

Find the fabric you are using in Type of Fabric column at left (silk, rayon, etc.). Then locate the fabric weight column (filmy,

operating the machineCONNECTING THE MACHINE• Before plugging in your machine, be sure the electrical information on the side of the machin

the bobbin threadYour sewing machine uses two threads to form a stitch. The upper thread comes from the spool and is threaded through

REMOVING THE BOBBIN CASEWhen you prepare to sew, wind the bobbin first, then thread the machine.To Remove the Bobbin Case and Bobbin —• Turn hand whee

REPLACING THE BOBBIN CASE1. Hold bobbin case by latch, with about 7.5cm (3 inches) of thread leading off top of case.2. Align protruding finger A

threading the machine• Raise the presser foot to release tension discs and make sure needle is In highest position.• Place spool pin

RAISING THE BOBBIN THREADNow that you have wound the bobbin and threaded the needle, raise the bobbin thread through the hole in the nee

Chapter 3. Straight Stitchingadjusting machine stitch to suit your fabricBefore you move the selectors to set your machine for straight stitching, tur

ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTHThe stitch length dial controls the length of stitches. The numbers around the edge of the dial express stitch

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sewing a seam• Needle Position: JL 1_^ JL• stitch Width; t 1 I I ill• Stitch Length: To suit fabric• General Purpose Needle Plate• General Purpos

applicationsZIPPER INSERTIONHow the zipper is inserted will depend on the type of garment and the location of the zipper. With the a

Chapter 4. Basic Zig-Zag Stitchingadjusting machine stitch to suit your fabricYou can do functional as well as decorative zigzag stitching with your

ADJUSTING NEEDLE-THREAD TENSIONZig-zag stitching requires less needle-thread tension than straight stitching.Make a test sample with the fab

IncorrectCorrectsatin stitchingWhen you wish to produce a satin stitch, make a test sampie first so you can adjust stitch iength and

applicationsAPPLIQUÉAppliqué adds beauty and interest to clothing and household linens. You can create your own design, trace a simpl

Chapter 5. Twin-Needle StitchingThe twin-needle simultaneously produces two parallel, closely spaced lines of pattern stitching. You can

Chapter 6. Performance ChecklistWhenever sewing difficulty is encountered, review the sections of the instruction book that explain the

Chapter 7. Caring for Your MachineAND OILING YOURFace Plate Area6Removing Bobbin Case HolderCLEANINGMACHINECAUTION: Before cleaning your machine, dis-

• Bobbin and Feed AreasTo clean bobbin and feed areas, remove needle plate, as instructed on page 5. Using soft cloth or brush, clean ar

CONTENTSPageChapter 1. Getting to Know Your Machine ...

IndexAccessories... 3Applique'...

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Machineprincipal parts1. Needle Position Selector2. Thread Guides3. Bobbin Winder Tension4. Take-up Lever5. Needl

accessoriesThe accessories that come with your sewing machine are designed to help you do many kinds of sewing easily.1. Transparent Bob

Chapter 2. Getting Ready to Sewchoosing and changing accessoriesCHANGING THE NEEDLE• Raise needle to its highest point by turning the hand w

REMOVING AND REPLACING NEEDLE PLATE AND COVER PLATE• Raise needle to highest position and raise presser foot.1. Remove screws A and B usi

There are many types of fabric around the world, each manufactured with a specific fibre and weight. The fabrics below have been clas

Refer to this table to determine the weight and type of fabric you will be using in order to select the correct needle and thread combination.For cor