User manual SINGER MADAME 2

[. . . ] Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. [. . . ] Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching Set the Pattern Selector Dial to zig-zag. The density of zig-zag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches "0". (2) Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight stitch setting. Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual stitches will decrease as the dial approached "0". The length of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approaches "4". Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 26 EN Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. (2) Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot controller to start sewing. (3) 28 EN Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) A Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) 1 2 B Cutting the Thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). (3) 30 EN Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The Stretch Stitch Patterns are indicated with a blue color on the Pattern Selector Dial. To select these stitches, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the desired pattern. Then, turn the Stitch Length Dial to the indicator marked "S1". Though there are several stretch patterns, here are two examples: Straight Stretch Stitch (1) Set the Pattern Selector Dial to " ". used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. The machine sews two stitches forward and one stitch backwards. ric Rac (2) Set the Pattern Selector Dial to " ". [. . . ] For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. 55 EN Inserting & Changing Needles Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results ® always use SINGER Brand Needles. insert the needle as illustrated as follows: A. [. . . ]