Singer WSL2000 ATS (Part 1) User Manual

WHITE SUPERLOCK OWNERS WORKBOOK 2000 ATSCopyright 1995 Education Department White Sewing Machine Company 11760 Berea Road Cieveland OH 44111

16. OILINGLubrication is not required often for this machine since the important parts are all made of a special oil impregnated sintered metal. You w

)HINTS FOR SUCCESSFUL STITCHINGAn understanding of the following variables will make your Superlock run smoothly and your work will look professional.

»NEEDLE REPLACEMENTReplace needles in the following way:1. Bring needles to their highest position by turning handwheel towards you.2. Lower presser

NEEDLES, THREAD & FABRIC CHARTNeedlesProper needles are important when using your White Superlock. A standard sewing machine needle of good qualit

SECTION II - THREADING & TENSIONPreparation for Threading Spool HoldersFor large cones of thread, use the black plastic cone holders. This will he

Your White Superlock is very easy to thread. With some practice you will be able to thread it in a few minutes without using any tools. Master the cor

THREADING UPPER LOOPEROpen front covers.Bring the upper looper to its lowest position by turning the handwheel toward youDraw thread from spool and pa

THREADING LOWER LOOPERBring the thread from the spool through thread guide back to front of the thread stand under (1) and then, in order, through gui

)THREADING NEEDLESRaise the needles to their highest position.Bring the thread from the spool and pass it through the guides on thread stand (back to

NEEDLE THREADER(For right needle)17

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONSECTION I - Know Your Machine - Model 2000 ATSAccessoriesSuperlock Set Up and MaintenanceFoot ControlPower/Light SwitchOp

HELPFUL HINTS - CHANGING THREADThe following steps may be helpful when changing your threads.•Cut off threads that are on your Superlock near the spoo

TESTING STITCHAfter threading is completed, test your Superlock stitch in the following order:1. Be sure both front cover and side cover are closed.2.

THREAD TENSIONSThread tensions will vary according to the type and thickness of your thread and fabric. In most cases these tensions will only vary sl

ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION#Just RightUpper Looper Thread Pulled to the UndersideLower Looper Thread Pulled to the Top SideUnder side^ Lower, J ' t

SECTION IIIBASIC SEWING TECHNIQUESSew samples for the next section of this workbook, and record your tension settings on each page for future referenc

SUPERLOCK SEAMS & SEAM FINISHSeam and overcast all in one step. Your Superlock produces fast, professionally- finished garments.Machine SettingSti

ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTHTurn the stitch length dial (located on the right side of your Superlock) until the required length is at the guideline. The hi

ADJUSTING CUTTING WIDTH & BALANCE OF STITCHThe cutting width can be adjusted from 4mm to 7mm by simply turning the cutting width dial according to

ADJUSTING CUTTING WIDTHThe cutting width can be changed for different techniques and types of fabric. Loosely woven or heavy knit fabrics require a wi

SECURING BEGINNING & END OF SEAMAs most ends of seams and finished edges are later stitched over during garment construction, it is often not nece

SECTION IV - Differential Feed33Positive Differential Feed34Minimal Differential Feed34Normal Differential Feed34Serging Lightweight Fabrics35Serging

OUTSIDE CORNERSYou can stitch neat outside corners with little practice on your Superlock.Machine SettingsStitch Length: 2.5 • Stitch Width: 63.0Fabri

INSIDE CORNERSPractice the inside corner technique for perfect inside corners or curves such as for Christmas stockings, oven mitts or kick pleats on

CORDED OVERLOOKThe Specialty Technique Guide consists of the snap on cord guide (1) found in your accessory pouch, the guide above the needles (2) and

RIBBINGYour Superlock will finish, trim and allow the material to stretch while retaining its original shape.Machine SettingStitch Length: 2.5-3 Stitc

CASING OR HEM FOLDTry this easy technique for T-shirt hems, elastic and drawstring waistbands or curtain rod casings.Serge•Measure and fold the desire

tNTRODUCTtONWelcome to the world of easy, speed sewing. The White Superlock was designed with the home sewer in mind. It is simple to thread, simple t

SECTION IKNOW YOUR MACHINE - MODEL 2000 ATSTop of the line Superlock model 20CXÌ ATS is a 2/3/4 thread serger with adjustable cutting width, built in

ACCESSORIESAll parts listed may be obtained from your nearest dealer.(D (D1. Two-thread convertor(Model 2000 only)2. Needle set3. Brush4. Screwdri

SUPERLOCK SET UP & MAINTENANCE1. Set your Superlock on a sturdy, flat surface.2. Your Superlock has been thoroughly oiled at the factory so be sur

8. HANDWHEELAlways turn handwheel toward you.9. PRESSER FOOT LIFTRaise the presser foot lift to lift up the presser foot.10. CHANGING PRESSER FOOT Sw

12. DISENGAGING UPPER CUTTER To lower the upper cutter, open the left front cover and turn the cutter knob toward you until the cutter is all the way