Singer 9985 instruction manual Twin Needle Sewing

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TWIN NEEDLE SEWING

Interesting effects can be produced by sewing decorative stitches using a twin needle. Try using two different colors of thread for even more variety. Always make a test sample first to help you determine the best settings for the stitch you are sewing.

All patterns except No. 117-132 may be sewn with a twin needle.

General Purpose Foot or Satin Foot (A, B)

Note:

A twin needle is not provided with this machine. Contact your authorized SINGER retailer for information on purchasing twin needles.

CAUTION: To prevent accidents.

a. Use only SINGER branded twin needles for this machine. Other needles may break.

b. The needle threader cannot be used. Thread each needle eye manually.

1. Remove the single needle and insert twin needle. 2. Thread the first thread as usual, following

threading route.

3. Thread the left needle eye by hand from front to back.

4. Push the Auxiliary Spool Pin with felt washer into the hole. 5. Place second spool of thread and thread second thread the same as first.

6. For better sewing results, do not place the thread into the needle bar thread guide.

Thread right needle eye by hand from front to back.

7. Touch home button. Home screen will appear. 8. Touch the setting button. 9. Touch the twin needle button.

Machine is setted to twin needle mode.

CAUTION: To prevent accidents.

If you did not switch to twin needle mode, needle may hit the needle plate and break.

10.Touch the home button or return button and select the pattern you desire.

Twin needle mark will appear on screen and the

stitch width will be reduced automatically.

11.Always test sew selected stitch.

12.Sew the stitches.

Twin needle mode will remain until you change to the single needle mode or turn off the machine.

Note:

Twin needle sewing may be also used with decorative & letter stitch patterns by setting to twin needle mode.

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Contents Manuel D’INSTRUCTIONS Manual DE Instrucciones Important Safety Instructions Contents Manuel D’INSTRUCTIONS Table DES Matières ’ouvrez pas le panneau frontalManual DE Instrucciones Índice No abra la tapa delantera de la máquinaFor European and Similar Territories Blue neutral N Brown live LModelo Bleu neutre N Marron phase LModèle Azul neutral N, Marrón positivo LMain Parts Pièces Principales Partes PrincipalesDust Cover AccessoriesCover the machine with dust cover when it is not being used Housse DE Protection Souple AccessoiresAccesorios CubiertaChanging the Presser Foot Your machine’s accessories are stored inside this drawerRemovable Extension Table Changing the Presser FootCómo Cambiar EL Prensatelas Remplacer LE Pied PresseurMesa DE Extensión Removible Type of Fabric Thread Size Needle Needle Size Inserting the NeedleFABRIC, Thread and Needle Table Tabla DE TEJIDOS, Hilos Y Agujas Insercion DE LA AgujaTableau DES TISSUS, Fils ET Aiguilles Desserrez la vis du pince-aiguille Retirez l’aiguilleOutlet Connecting MachineFoot Controller Pedal DE Control Branchement DE LA Machine Conexión DE LA MaquinaPédale DE Contrôle Peligro Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctricaMachine Control Functions Releveur DU Pied Presseur Touche Marche / ArrêtIndicateurs Lumineux Botón Inicio / ParoThread Cutter Thread Cutter ButtonDrop Feed Lever Pressure RegulatorCOUPE-FIL Touche DU COUPE-FILLevier D’ABAISSEMENT DES Griffes Régulateur DE PressionHome Screen Pattern ChartTouch Panel LCD Écran D’AFFICHAGE LCD Panel Touch LCDTurning OFF Audible Beep Help ButtonDésactiver LE Signal Apagando Alertas Sonore Auditivas Touche D’AIDE Botón DE AyudaBe sure to use only Singer Class 15 bobbins in this machine Bobbin SettingSetting Spool of Thread on Spool PIN Removing the BobbinLA Canette Ajuste DE LA CanillaInserting the Bobbin Colocación DE LA Canilla Mise EN Place DE LA CanetteRemarque NotaThreading the Upper Thread Threading the MachinePreparing to Thread Machine Enfilage DE LA Machine Enhebrado DE LA MáquinaThreading the Needle EYE Enhebrado DEL OJO DE LA Aguja Enfilage DU Chas DE L’AIGUILLETirez environ 10 cm de fil à travers le chas de l’aiguille Lever le pied presseurStitch Pattern Selecting Utility Stitch PatternStitch Information Pattern Number Thread Tension Button SeeInformación DE Puntada Sélection DES Points Seleccionando UtilitairesInformation DU Point Stitch Length Elongation ButtonStitch Width Home ButtonLongueur du Point Touche d’AllongementLargeur du Point Touche de l’Écran PrincipalIncreasing Thread Tension Preset Thread TensionThread Tension Decreasing Thread TensionTension DU FIL Tensión DEL HiloWhere to USE Each Stitch Description DES Points Dónde Utilizar Cada Tipo DE PuntadaUpper Thread Sensor Starting to SEWStart and END of Seam Senseur du fil supérieur Débutez LA Couture Comenzar a CoserDébut ET FIN DE LA Couture Principio Y Final DE UNA CosturaReverse Stitching Reverse stitching is used for reinforcing Auto Tack StitchPuntada Reversa Cousez 4 à 5 points en marche arrièrePoint D’ARRÊT Automatique Turning Corners Largeur DES Rabats Couture DES CoinsCouture DE Tissus Épais Cómo Girar EN LAS EsquinasPosition the fabric under the presser foot and lower it Straight Stitch SewingStraight Stitch Straight Stitch With Auto-lock Stitch Pattern NoPoint droit avec point d’arrêt automatique Motifs No Couture AU Point Droit Puntada RectaPoint droit Puntada RectaBasting BastingAttaching the Darning Embroidery Foot Faufilage HilvanadoBag Pocket Elastic Stitch SewingQuilting Joining the Pieces of FabricMatelassage Couture DE Points ExtensiblesPuntada Elástica AcolchadoFree ARM Sewing Zigzag Stitch SewingMULTI-STITCH Zigzag Satin StitchingPoint Zigzag Multiple Couture AU Point ZigzagPuntada DE ZIG-ZAG Puntada Múltiple DE ZIG-ZAGOvercasting Overlocking Using the Overcasting FootUsing the General Purpose Foot Surjet Surfilage Sobrehilado RemalladoBlind HEM Stitching Couture D’OURLETS Dobladillo DE Puntada Invisibles Crazy Patch AppliquePatchwork Folli AppliqueaplicacionesInserting Zippers Centered Insertion Fermeture À Glissière Pose Bord À Bord Inserción DE Cremalleras Inserción CentradaTo stitch around the zipper tab Diagram a Inserting Zippers Lapped InsertionOuvrir LA Fermeture À Glissière Pendant LA Couture Fermeture À Glissière Pose Sous PatteInserción DE Cremalleras Inserción Solapada Buttonhole Sewing Couture DE Boutonnières Cómo Coser Ojales Page Nota Bound Buttonhole Bound Buttonhole Buttonhole Foot FBoutonniere Passepoilee Ojal ReforzadoEyelet Ojal Bordado El corte para ojetillo no se integra con esta máquinaAutomatic BAR-TACK Darning Abaissez complètement le levier de boutonnière Sewing on Buttons Zanco Hilo Couture DE Boutons Cómo Coser BotonesTige DE FIL Single Cording Narrow HemmingCording Triple CordingCordonnetscordoncillo Ourlet RoulottéDobladillos Arrollados Attaching the EVEN-FEED Foot Using the EVEN-FEED FootContinuous Decorative Pattern SewingUtilisation DU Pied Pour Entraînement Synchronisé Darning DARNING/FREE-HAND EmbroideryNo .Center needle position Darning/Embroidery Foot FREE-HAND EmbroideryReprisage / Broderie Zurcido Y Bordado a Mano LibreTwin Needle Sewing Coudre les points Couture Avec Aiguille JumeléeCómo Coser CON Aguja Doble La costura con aguja doble puede ser utilizada enShifting the Cursor Selecting Decorative & Letter Stitch selecting modeDecorative & Letter Stitch Sewing Changement DU Curseur Couture DE Points Puntadas DecorativasAlfabetos Moviendo EL CursorShift the cursor to the pattern you want to delete Inserting PatternDeleting Pattern Will shift to next patternEditer Chaque Motifs Insertion DE MotifSupprimer UN Motif Verificando Patrones SeleccionadosElongation Setting the stitch width and lengthMirror / Reverse stitch Régler la largeur et la longueur du point Miroir/Point inverseAllongement Puntada de Espejo/InversoTo memorize Setting the Thread TensionSaving Selected Patterns Touch the folder button after you have selected patternsAjustando LA Tensión DEL Hilo Regler LA Tension DU FILSauvegarder LES Motifs Choisis Sewing Pattern from Beginning After selecting stitches for a sequence, you canRepeat sequence sewing Recalling Selected PatternsCostura Coudre une séquence en répétitionRepetir secuencia de costura Couture DU Debut DU MotifDecorative Stitch Pattern Decorative and Letter Stitch ChartAdjusting the Balance of the Stitches Letter Stitch PatternTableau DES Lettres ET Points Décoratifs Tabla DE Puntadas Decorativas Y LetrasBobbin Holder MaintenanceCleaning Hook Race and Feed DogNettoyage EntretienMantenimiento PeligroMessages on LCD Messages SUR Écran LCD Mensajes EN Pantalla LCD104 Problem Cause CorrectionHelpful Hints Refaites la canette Casse Solution AUX Problèmes CourantsAnomalie Cause Solution 105La puntada está Problema Causa CorrecciónRecomendaciones Útiles 106 El prensatelas para ojales no está colocado107 English/Français/Español 34729-04 C3

9985 specifications

The Singer 9985 is a high-performance sewing machine that has garnered attention for its impressive array of features and advanced technologies, making it a popular choice among sewing enthusiasts and professionals alike. As part of the prestigious Singer brand, known for its innovation and reliability, the 9985 is designed to cater to a variety of sewing needs, from quilting to embroidery.

One of the standout features of the Singer 9985 is its extensive built-in stitch library, offering over 960 stitch options. This allows users to choose from a wide range of utility, decorative, and heirloom stitches, making it versatile for any project. The machine also supports multiple stitch styles, including stretch stitches for knits, giving sewers the ability to tackle a broad array of fabrics and designs.

The Singer 9985 is equipped with an intuitive LCD touchscreen that simplifies the sewing process. The user-friendly interface allows for easy navigation through stitch options and settings. Users can easily customize their stitches with adjustments for length, width, and tension, providing greater control over their work. This digital display also features helpful tutorials and animations, guiding users through various techniques and functions.

One of the most notable technologies incorporated in the Singer 9985 is the automatic needle threader, a feature that eliminates the frustration of manual threading. Additionally, the machine offers an automatic thread cutter, which saves time during sewing by allowing users to cut threads with the push of a button. This combination of features enhances efficiency, particularly during long sewing sessions.

Another key characteristic of the Singer 9985 is its powerful motor, which delivers consistent stitching even with thick layers of fabric. This is complemented by an adjustable presser foot pressure system, enabling users to fine-tune the machine's performance based on the material being used. Furthermore, the machine includes a range of presser feet, which enhance versatility and expand the types of projects that can be undertaken.

The Singer 9985 also excels in embroidery capabilities. With its built-in embroidery designs and the option to import additional designs via USB, sewists can personalize their creations readily. The machine supports multiple embroidery sizes, making it suitable for everything from small monograms to larger decorative pieces.

In summary, the Singer 9985 is a robust sewing machine that combines advanced features, cutting-edge technology, and user-friendly design. Its extensive stitch library, automatic functions, and powerful performance make it an exceptional choice for anyone looking to elevate their sewing and embroidery projects to the next level. With its blend of functionality and creativity, the Singer 9985 stands out as a reliable companion for both novice and seasoned sewists.
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