Singer 6104 User Manual

Choosing the correct needle and thread for your fabric is of utmost importance. Correct choice Will make the difference in the wear and appearance of

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

needie-fabric combinationsCorrect needle selection is closely related to stitch quality and appearance. Damaged fabric is almost always caused by a ne

ihe bobbin thread!Your sewitig machine uses two threads to form a stitch. The upper thread comes from the spool and is thipaded thr

THREADING THE BOBBIN CASE1, Hold bobbin $0 that thread unwinds in the direction shown, and put bobbin into bobbin case.2. Puli thread into notch A. dr

threading the machine• Raise the presser foot to release tension discs and make sure oeedie and take-up iever are in highest position.♦ Pla

RAISING THE BOBBIN THREADNow that yoa have wound ate bobbin and threaded the needJe, raise the bobbin thread thnwgh the hole Irj the nee

adjusting machine stitch to suit your fabricBefore you move the selectors to set your machine for straight stitching, turn the hand wheel toward you u

2 3 4ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTHThe stitch length dial controls the length of stitches. The numbers around the edge of the dial express stitch length in

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sewmg a seam♦ Needle Position; IA♦ Stitcti Width: ij in IIt♦ Stitch length: To suit fabric♦ Generai Purpose Needle Piate♦ General Purpose Foot1, Rais

applicationsDARNINGWith Embroidery Hoop♦ Needle Position: -L :X- JL♦ Stitch Width:♦ Stitch Length: 0♦ Snap-in Feed Cover♦ No Presser Foot or Presser

The zipper foot is also particuiary suitable for the construction and insertion of corded seams.CORDED SEAMSNeedle Position:Stitich Width:X; Ai i i i

adfusting machine stitch to suit your fabricYou can do functional as well as decorative zig-zag stitching with your sewing machine.How to set selector

iiiil...ADJUSTING NEEDLE THREAD TENSIONZig-zag stitching requires less needle thre^6 tension than straigh

satin stitchingWhen you wish to produce a satin stitch make a test sample first so you can adjust stitch length and thread tension properly. Soft fabr

applicationsAPPyQüÉAppliqué adds beauty and interest to clothing and household linens. You can create your own design, trace a simple outline from a c

Seam edges support the garment and should be given a durable finish if the fabric is iikeiy to rave!. There are two methods of fini

To make seams in iingerie durable and fiexibie use a combination of straight and plain zig-zag stitching. Make a test sample to help

in addition to straight stitch and zig-zag stitch, your machine can produce two types of stitich patterns: Straight Stretch stitch and Ric-Rac stitch.

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ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTHWhen you are preparing to do stretch stitch** ing, make a test sample with the fabric and thread you plan to useFor stretch sti

adiusting stitches to suit stretch fabricsGUIDING AND SUPPORTING FABRICMost fabrics of stretch or knit construction need only to be guided in front of

applicationsSTRAIGHT STRETCH STITCHThe straight stretch stitch is an invaluable stitch most commonly used for sewing seams on» fabric wit

HIC-RAC STITCHThe ric-rac stitch is a versatile stitch. Use it for heavy duty general purpose sewing. With this stitch you may create casing on items

buttonhoíes♦ Stitch Balance Dial: Neutral position♦ Butionhoi'e FootAlways make a test buttonhole on a sample in your fabric. Be sure to duplica

FOUR-STEP BUTTONHOtlNG (Cont’d.)Step 3: Sar TackRaise the needle above the fabric. Turn buttonhole dial ciockwim to step3. Take at least four stitche

buttons♦ Needte Position; ;jUi X J.♦ Stitch Width: To suit button♦ S t i t c h L e n g t h : 0♦ Snap-in Feed Cover♦ General Purpose FootATTACH

Fabric handling, when sewing tubular and hard to reach garment areas, is simplified when you convert your sewing machine to free-arm sewing,• To conve

CLEAMrNG YOUR MACHINECAUTION: Before cleaning your machine, dis~ WBhmecTliTliXMMli ..With a soft doth or Sint brush, dean all points indicated by

REMOVfHG FACE PLATEPEPLACiNG SUDE PLATELoosen screw A (do not remove).Loosen face plate screw B then remove face píate by drawing it toward

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Whenever sewing difficulty is encountered, review the sections of the instruction book that explain the operation you are performing

your persona! measurementsThis chart will enable you to keep a record of your measurements. You will need the assistance of someone to help you take t

IndexAccessories ...* . 3Ad|usting Stiches for Stretch Fabrics . . 29Appliqué ...24Attaching a Button...34

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accessariesThe accessories that come with your sewing machine are designed to help you do many kiiids of sewing easily.1. Transparent Bobbins {No. 172

choosing and changing accessoriesCHANGING THE NEEDLE♦ Raise needle to its highest point by turning the hand wheel toward you. Loosen needle clamp scre

REMOVING AND REPLACING NEEDLEPLATE• Raise presser foot.• Raise needle to highest position.• Open slide piate. Place thumb under right side of f^eedie

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

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