Singer XL100 Quantum User Manual

SINGERQuantum XL-100INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Changing Presser FeetPlace needle in highest position.Types of Feet and Their ApplicationAlign presser foot pin with marker line.CAUTION: When changin

Connecting MachinePush foot speed controller plug into lower receptacle at right end of machine.Push power cord plug O into upper receptacle at right

Winding BobbinTo wind a bobbin follow steps 1 through 9.5 Wind thread around bobbin winder Q thread guide.4 Use both hands to pull thread into Q groov

£% Place thread spool and spool cap ontoV—,i" " 11 '• I . TKiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiJiiiiiiJiiiiiiiri(1) Be sure notch on spool is i on right

4 Follow threading path arrows on Q machine. (4,5,6,7)O Use both hands ^ to pull thread Q into groove of thread sensori Iguide.Threading MachineTo th

►• c»» 1^. *V>- *-vi s,..*jfj*, .Turn handwheel,__ counterclockwise toQ raise needle to highest position.10D. Release needle threader.Pull loop of

Trial Sewing!When power switch is turned on utility touch-screen illuminates and left position straight stitch is automatically selected.Upper LCD win

How to select needle position(Only works with straight stitch)Press needle position buttons to select from among 22 possible needle positions.MM Mnn3.

How To Select Utility PatternsTouch utility pattern button , then touch desired utility pattern. Upper LCD window will indicate selection.№*Utility Pa

How to Adjust Stitch Length of Utility PatternsMachine’s stitch patterns are automatically set to an optimum length.By using override buttons pattern

CONGRATULATIONS...on the purchase of this new Singer* computer sewing machine. To achieve the most enjoyment and satisfaction from this product, it is

How to Adjust Stitch Width of Utiiity Patterns^ <After specifying pattern from among %:> 4 , if desired, the stitch width may be adjusted by pre

Automatic Computer Controlled Thread Metering (tension) SystemInsteadof a mechanical tension system, which controls thread by squeezing it between 2 d

Problem IndicatorsIf machine has not been properly set to sew, a problem indicator will appear in LCD window advising where problem is located.Problem

Fabric, Thread And Needle TableYour fabric will determine choice of needle and thread, Always refer to it before a new sewing project. And beThe follo

straight stitchWhen power is turned on, full left position straight stitch is automatically selected. To move needle position see page 15 or 23.a-Auto

Back tackBack tack is used at the beginning and end of seam to secure it.O Press back tack button for 3 needle penetrations to lock off seam.& Beg

Zigzag Stitch ^ Select zigzag stitchpattern. 2 Use correct presser foot. 3The sewing method is the same as for straight stitch steps 3 through 9. (see

Overcast! nqm(OveredgIng)1 Select desired stitch pattern.2 Use correct presser foot.Used to prevent fabric from fraying.M• Be sure to use the standard

Automatic ButtonholesWhen sewing knit or other stretchy materials, apply interfacing to the material, and set presser foot pressure adjustment lever t

Automatic buttonhole steps12 3 4! Ii ^ \► 1 J^ ^> 1: ' ^ : i. 1 < *• 1 *:I I01 ^r V 1Tacking stitchAt end of buttonhole machine wi

CONTENTSImportant Safeguards...2Various Types of Stitches...

Sewing Corded ButtonholesSewing a cord into buttonholes will prevent them from becoming loose and they will last longer. Buttonhole twist thread may b

For blindstitching general fabrics or heavy-weight materials1 Overcast material, and fold edge.Position folded edge against 2 guide and sew. 3 Turn f

Attaching Buttons1 Use correct presser foot. 2 Lower feed dogs. 3 Select zigzag stitch pattern.The Zigzag stitch is used to attach both 2 and 4-hole

Four Direction Sewing1 Press LGE motif buttonSelect desired 2 pattern.3 Use correct presser foot.These four stitches allow sewing sideways (Zigzag/Str

Pattern SewingHow to select patterns1.Pattern Modifier KeysFUNwREGA-B-CPress desired pattern category button. Lower LCD Touch-screen will illuminate t

Reduce size keyMirror (reversed image) key'i:'. M JTurn over keyPattern elongate keyWI REG ICategory buttonI REG ICategory buttonApplicable

Large Size Pattern SewingIt is recommended to make a sample using same fabric and interfacing or backing material before sewing on garment. Note; Virt

2. Enlarge pattern.1. Select pattern.2. Press enlarge size key3. Begin sewing.3. Reduce pattern.1. Select pattern.2. Press reduce size key3. Begin sew

Furi’face Pattern SewingPresser foot to be usedflDecorative stitch foot (T)________j1. Press the FUN button I .2. Press |a| , (B) , © and @ key.To c

1 - Press regular pattern button \ ^ \ .I REG I2. Each time [^ \ button is pressed, lower LCD touch-screen will change.Regular Pattern SewingPresser f

Be sure to turn power switch OFF before replacing sewing machine needle, or lubricating machine.When not in use, be sure to turn power switch

Alphabet Stitch Sewing1. Press alphabet button |a-b-c| .First pressSecond pressAgEpOh'j a'“n OpQp.O'TIJ,Y-p®E]• t1c>4^8NCORR,MEM,RPT

How to Combine Patterns.Combine upper case and lower case.Up to 40 patterns may be entered into memory.1 - Press alphabet button a-b-c twice.2. Press

How to Correct Patterns in MemoryLiquid crystal display windowWhen an undesired pattern has beenplaced in memory.• button will operate only when butt

Free Arm SewingSewing hard-to-reach garment areas is made easier by using free-arm sewing capability of sewing machine.Note: See page 5 for converting

Circular Pattern Stitchsewing outside periphery of coasters and emblems.Circular ruler allows machine to sew circular patterns of 3 to 10 cm radius.At

Heirloom Sewing (Using wing needie)CAUTION: Make sure power/light switch is off before changing needle.Use correct presser 2 footAutomatic needie thre

Patch WorkWith pattern stitches, fabrics can be joined together to form a strong seam.1 Select pattern.2 Use correct presser foot.Press ^ button, and

Twin Needle Sewing- With machine turned off, insert twin needle into needle clamp, and thread machine as for singleneedle sewing through left needle

Darning/ Free-motion EmbroideryRemove presser foot 1 holder.Move drop feed lever from 2 up to down.' Before removing presser foot holder, be sure

Rolled HemmingSelect desired stitch 1 pattern.2 Change foot.Material edge is hemmed while rolling it under.Used for finishing bottom of shirts and blo

Various Types Of Stitches• Pattern stitch• Embroidery stitch» Applique• Buttonholesr»Overcasting» Blindstitch• Reinforcing stretch stitchrrrm“rrrrnCCC

Inserting Zippers1 Select straight stitch.Use correct presser 2 foot.Zippers may be inserted in several ways. Type and location of zipper will help se

Inserting Invisible ZippersSince a seam does not appear on right side of material, opening can be finished with material edges neatly butted.1 Select

Manual ButtonholesSelect desired stitch 1 pattern.2 Change foot.Automatic foot can make buttonholes up to 1 1/2: use transparent foot to create larger

Attaching Cords1 Select desired stitch pattern. 2 Change foot.Gathering and shirringPlace pearl cotton into center of foot and zig-zag over it.Secure

* Always use Singer genuine accessory feet.^ . I - > Off brand or generic accessories may cause poor performance, damage to sewingOptional ACCGSS

Optional AccessoriesPintUCk foot (Part No.386022)Uses:- Sews evenly spaced plain twin needle pintucks.- Sews evenly spaced corded twin needle pintucks

EmbroiderySetting up machine to embroiderPrecautions to be taken when embroidering.1. Be sure to turn OFF power to machine before attaching/ removing

^ If upper LCD window givesindication.^if upper LCD window gives indication.OШ Press arrows onf, ^ key to determineRaise presser foot.1Raise nee

Preparation for EmbroideryPrecautions to be taken when embroidering Attaching/removing embroidery bedTurn off power Slide embroidery bed to right on

Attaching/removing embroidety frameFully raise embroidery presser foot and put embroidery frame 1 under it.Slide frame into slot located on 2 embroi

Principal PartsThread sensor guide Bobbin winder thread guideFace plate coverPresser foot adjusting leverSewing speed lever (When foot speed controlle

Sampler Card Patterns of Embroidery2. Multi-color embroideryEach time ^ button is pressed, lower LCD touch-screenI EMB Iwill change to show 6 differen

0-^B--¿A.B -*-B0^ HThis page indicates steps and colors suggested for sampler card.B B -»-BMB -^BJBhHi h...I□ -►♦B ^B*D -r Bv,^Bn□ -►BMlB -►BMWw

Letters Card of Embroidery(1) Attach embroidery bed, letters card and frame. When thekey once will select(2) PressingPressing key again will select%%f

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Example (combination of sampler and upper/lower case script).Follow steps of procedure in numerical order.1. Turn off power to machine. Put embro

Troubles in EmbroideringIf thread breaks during embroidering:«%&Vw_jZL& /I (5 J± .t?]Ji* Use key if material is fed beyond desired position w

Optional Embroidery Cardsk>l I I»|#I Wl VIWI y ^«.«l VflWAnimaisPart No 38'a.o«¥FlowersPart NoV«,***? ' ^''ÎÎ^^''

i CAUTION: Be sure to disconnect plug from wall outlet before opening cover.How To Replace Light BulbUsing exclusive screwdriver, loosen setscrews at

Performance ChecklistIf sewing difficulties occur, make sure instructions are correctly followed. If a problem still exists, reminders below may help

ProblemCause (Reason) Action to be takenPage\ W W \/M I///Fabric puckersStitch length is too long for material.Needle point is blunt.Decrease stitch l

Converting machine to free-armEmbroidery foot -AccessoriesAvailable spot for extra feet.d) See page 68 for part numbers of accessories.

Listing of Part Number of All Accessories Included with Machine, Optional Accessories and Most Common Replacement Parts.Parts Parts No.Templates®38602

Part No. 386034 Eng.Printed in Japan

Major Functions' LCD Brightness control:Controls brightness and contrast of upper LCD window and lower LCD touch-screen.• Upper LCD window:View s