SINGER CLASS 99 User Manual

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Class 99 & 99KTo oil the parts underneath the bed of the machine, turn the machine back on itshinges and apply oil to the oil holes and bearings i

Class 99 & 99KNeedles and ThreadFor perfect stitching, thread should be selected according to fabric to be stitched,and needle must be correct siz

Class 99 & 99KTo Set the NeedleSelect the correct needle according to the table on page 11. Be sure that theneedle is not blunt or bent. Raise t

Class 99 & 99KUPPER THREADINGSee Fig. 14. Place spool of thread onspool pin. Raise take-up lever 5 to itshighest point. Lead thread into thread

Class 99 & 99KTo Remove the BobbinRaise needle to its highest point. Draw slide plate to the left. Press bobbinejector J, Fig. 15, to raise bobb

Class 99 & 99KTo Wind the BobbinHold the hand wheel K, Fig. 16, with left hand and with right hand loosen stopmotion screw L to disengage stitchin

Class 99 & 99KFig. 17 shows bobbin winder in position for winding. When sufficient thread hasbeen wound the winder is automatically released.Remov

Class 99 &99KTo Replace the BobbinHold the bobbin between the thumband forefinger of the left hand, with thethread leading on top from the rightto

Class 99 & 99KTo Prepare for SewingHave the thread take-up lever at itshighest position. With the left handhold the end of the needle thread,leav

Class 99 & 99KTo Start SewingBe sure to have thread take-up lever 5,Fig. 14 at its highest position. Place the material beneath the presserfoot Q

Class 99 & 99KTable of ContentsInstructions forOperating the Machine Electrical InformationRemove and Replace Light BulbOperate ElectricallyOperat

Class 99 & 99KTo Turn a CornerStop the machine when the needle eye, making its upward stroke, is still in thefabric. Raise the presser foot and tu

Class 99 & 99KTo Regulate Length of Stitch The machine is adjustable to makefrom 6 to 30 stitches per inch, asindicated by the numerals on the sti

Class 99 & 99KTo Regulate Pressure on PresserFootFor ordinary sewing, the pressure ofthe presser foot on the material seldomrequires changing. He

Class 99 & 99KTo Regulate Needle Thread Tension The tension on the needle thread canbe tested only when the presser foot isdown. The numerals &qu

Class 99 & 99KTo Regulate Bobbin Thread TensionThe tension on the bobbin thread isregulated by the screw A, Fig. 30 whichis nearest the center of

Class 99 & 99KTo Adjust the Needle Thread TensionLower the presser bar and turn the numbered dial X to bring the numeral "1"opposite the

Class 99 & 99Kline. A few stitches should now be made in the material and then examined tosee if the stitch is properly locked in the material.

Class 99 & 99KInsert the forefinger of the left handunder the latch CC, Fig. 32, raise thelatch just high enough to clear the edgeDD and then move

Class 99 & 99KHold the bobbin case between theforefinger and the thumb of the lefthand as shown in Fig. 33. Tilt thebobbin case to the left and a

Class 99 & 99KTo Replace Slide Plate Replace the slide plate from the right,as shown in Fig. 35, being careful tosee that the two ends of the spri

Class 99 & 99KELECTRICAL INFORMATION The Singer electric motor is located at the back of the machine, and can besupplied for operation on altern

Class 99 & 99KBreaking of Needle Thread Might be Caused by:1. A knot in thread.2. Improper threading -- see page 13.3. Upper tension is too tig

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Class 99 & 99KTHE FOOT HEMMERThe foot hemmer forms and stitches aperfectly turned hem without basting orpressing. It is attached to the machinein

Class 99 & 99KHemming (cont')Stitch slowly for several inchesuntil hem is well started. Holdthread ends in back of foot withthe left hand and

Class 99 & 99KHemming with LaceMost of the popular kinds of laceedging and insertion can be appliedwith the foot hemmer. It is an excellentway to

Class 99 & 99KTHE BINDERThe binder is used to apply commercialbinding as well as self-fabric bias to anunfinished edge.This colorful trim is attra

Class 99 & 99KAdjustment and Operationof the BinderThe edge to be bound is guided into thecenter of the scroll. Stitching ispositioned close to t

Class 99 & 99KBinding Curved EdgesCurved edges can be bound as easilyas straight edges, but require slightlydifferent fabric handling.Inside Curve

Class 99 & 99KTHE GATHERING FOOTSingle or multiple rows of shirring canbe quickly and expertly placed with thegathering foot. Evenly spaced shirr

Class 99 & 99KTHE RUFFLEROccasionally apply a drop of oil to parts in movable contact.This attachment offers a simple and effective way to make ga

Class 99 & 99KTo Remove BulbGrasp light socket so that thumb extends over switch V. Press shade with thumbat U. to release shade from two catches,

Class 99 & 99K3. The adjusting screw regulates the fullness of gathers or pleats. Whenturned in (clockwise) to its limit with the adjusting fi

Class 99 & 99KGathering (cont')Set stitch length to space the fullness. A short stitch gives more fullnessthan a long stitch.● Insert ma

Class 99 & 99KPleatingMove adjusting lever to space setting desired for pleats of either 6 or 12stitches apart.● Activate adjusting finger.●

Class 99 & 99KTHE SEAM GUIDEThe seam guide is adjustable forspacing stitching at any distancebetween 1/8" and 1-3/8" from a fabricedge.

Class 99 & 99KTHE ZIPPER FOOTThe zipper foot is designed for accurateplacement of stitches close to a raisededge. The hinged feature of this foot

Class 99 & 99KSkirt ZipperMachine baste placket opening ofskirt and press this seam open.● Attach zipper foot to machine inplace of presser foot

Class 99 & 99KSkirt Zipper (cont')Turn skirt to right side.● Fold zipper to front of skirt.● Pin in place from right side.● Baste.● M

Class 99 & 99KCorded SeamsThe corded seam is a typical treatmentfor slip covers, children's clothes,blouses and lingerie.When cording a seam

Class 99 & 99KFASHION AIDS...available for separate purchase atyour local Singer Sewing Center.THE BUTTONHOLERThis attachment produces neat anddu

Class 99 & 99KTHE BIAS GAUGEThe Bias Gauge is very useful(especially in the case of soft materials)when cutting bias strips from 7/16 inchto 1-3/8

Class 99 & 99KIf the Machine is ElectricallyOperatedRaise presser foot Q by means ofpresser bar lifter R to prevent injury tothe foot Q and feed T

Class 99 & 99KTHE EDGE-STITCHERThe edge-stitcher provides a series ofslotted guides which regulate theplacement of stitches in relations to afabri

Class 99 & 99KJoining Lace and Insertion (cont')Place the second band (lace) into slot 4.● Adjust pressure to correct degree of lightness f

Class 99 & 99KTucking (cont')Draw a single thread from the fabric, or measure from the selvage to locatethe first tuck on the straight of the

Class 99 & 99KTHE ADJUSTABLE HEMMERTo make hems from 3/16 to 15/16inch wide.Attach adjustable hemmer topresser bar in place of presserfoot.1. Pul

Class 99 & 99KTHE TUCKERThe Tucker is a time-saver for making tucks up to one inch in width. Twoadjustable scales are provided, the smaller near

Class 99 & 99KDARNING OR EMBROIDERINGWhile darning and embroidery can bedone on the machine when threaded forregular sewing, the use of feed cover

Class 99 & 99KDarning or Embroidering (cont')To attach the feed cover plate, draw to the left the slide that covers the bobbincase and insert

Class 99 & 99KIf the Machine is Hand OperatedWhen the machine is uncovered, thehand attachment will be found to be outof working position as shown

Class 99 & 99KIf the Machine is Treadle OperatedLoosen the hand wheel by turning motion screw L, Fig. 16, over toward you,place both feet upon the

Class 99 & 99KProtection Against Rust DamageLint and fluff, if not removed prior to storage will, during humid periods, absorband hold moisture, a

Class 99 & 99KTo Oil the Machine and StandIf the machine is used continuously, it should be oiled daily. If moderately used, anoccasional oiling