Singer 714 Graduate User Manual

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choosing needle and threadThe needle and thread you choose whf depend upon the fabric being stitched. The table below is a practical guide to

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE FINGER GUARD{Furnished with classroom machines,)Positioning the GuardBefore raising or lowering the guard, turn

threading the machineWINDING THE BOBBINPreparationit is best to wind the bobbin before you thread the machine*1* Turn hand wheel toward you

Winding Steps (continyed)3. Engage latch by pressing it toward the bobbin.4. Hold thread end as shown and start the machine. Thread end wi

THREADING THE NEEDLE1. Turn hand wheel toward you to raise needle to highest position with take-up lever midway in slot Raise presse

RAISING THE BOBBIN THREADNow that you have wound the bobbin and threaded the needle, you will need to raise the bobbin thread through

3. STRAIGHT STITCHINGs;: i > ;' ' - :i; ! ;•vrm-IXI Ij IJ I I ,i II II II lDials Set for Straight StitchingStraight Stitch Foot an

adjusting for your fabricSETTING STITCH LENGTHThe stitch control dial regulates the length of both straight and zig-zag stitches. The numb

Meedle-Thread TensionREGULATING THREAD TENSIONCorrect tension Is important because too much or too little will weaken your seams or caus

Pin Placement When Seam <5uide Is Usedsewing a seamPIN BASTINGPin basting is a time saver and can be used in place of hand basting when you

Zig-Zag & STRETCH Sewing Machine by SINGERCongratulations...The new Zig-Zag & STRETCH model 714 sewing machine you are about to use wi

IStarting a SeamStitching a SeamGuiding and Supporting FabricApplying Gentle TensionApplying Firm TensionSTARTING A SEAM1« With presser foot raise

KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHTTo keep the seam straight, use one of the numbered guidelines on the throat plate. The numbers indicate distance, in

CURVED SEAMS1. Use a short stitch for elasticity and strength. For example, if you use 12 stitches to the inch (stitches approximate

4. ALL ABOUT ZIG-ZAG STiTCHliyGtwo kinds of zig-zag stitchesThe zig-zag stitches buiit into your machine include basic zig-zag stitches and Fle

adjusting dialsSETTING PATTERN DIALBefore moving the dial, make sure needle is above the fabric.Push the pattern dial in and turn it un

ADJUSTING WIDTH OF DESIGNBefore moving dial, make sure needle is above the fabric.To produce a zig-zag stitch, turn the stitch width dial to

satin stitchingmm.wm:>''li; li;Stitch Control in FINE AreaIAs the Dial Is Rotated, Stitches Close UpCorrectSatin stitching, a series

5. BUTTONS AND BUTTONHOLESbuttonsPattern: Plain Zig-Zag I Stitch Width: À and 4 Needle Position: L Feed Cover Throat Plate Zig-Zag FootThe space betw

buttonholes• Pattern: Plain Zig-Zag |• Stitch Widtix: i^V2 and 5 or to suit fabric• Needle Position: L• Stitch Control: FINE• Zig-Zag Throat Plat

CONTENTS1. Getting to Know Your Machine...

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principal parts and what they do1. Stitch Pattern Dial can be set to produce a smooth straight stitch or a practical (and decorative) z

accessoriesBobbirt(Ho. iraaaa)Regular Balî«Poinî Needle Needle CCataoao) (Catao4S)Changiiig the NeedleThe accessories that come with your sewing

4. ZIG-ZAG FOOT AND THROAT PLATEThe zig-zag foot and the zig-zag throat plate are in place on your machine, ideal for all utility sewing

straight Stitch Locking Key8. FEED-COVER THROAT PLATEThe feed cover throat plate replaces the throat plate when fabric feeding is not desir

Z. GETTING READY TO SEWpreliminary steps1. CONNECTING MACHINEBefore plugging in your machine, be sure that the voltage and number of cycl