Singer 9960 instruction manual Important Safety Instructions

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This sewing machine is intended for household use.

This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following.

Read all instructions before using.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

Never leave unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1.Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children.

2.Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3.Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4.Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6.Do not use outdoors.

7.Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8.To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position (symbol “O”), then remove plug from outlet.

9.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10.Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

11.Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12.Do not use bent needles.

13.Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

14.Switch the sewing machine off (symbol “O”) when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot.

15.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.

16.Handle the foot controller with care and avoid dropping it on the floor. Be sure not to place anything on top of it.

17.Use only the handle to lift and move the machine.

18.Do not expose the machine or machine case to sunlight directly. Also, do not keep it in a very warm or damp place.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

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Contents 9960 Important Safety Instructions Contents For European and Similar Territories Blue neutral N Brown live LMain Parts Dust Cover AccessoriesOptional Accessories Changing the presser foot Extension TableChanging the Presser Foot Type of Fabric Thread Size Needle Needle Size Inserting the NeedleFABRIC, Thread Needle Table Use a Singer brand needle for better sewing resultsConnecting Machine Foot ControllerFunction of Each Part Extra Wide Table Control Panel To Turn OFF Audible Beep Removing the Bobbin Bobbin SettingSetting Spool of Thread on Spool PIN Winding the BobbinInserting the Bobbin Threading the Machine Threading the Upper ThreadThreading the Needle EYE Drawing UP the Bobbin Thread 1. Raise the presser footUpper Thread Sensor Starting to SEWStart and END of Seam Reverse Stitching Auto Tack StitchSeam Guide Turning CornersSewing Heavy Fabric Helpful Hints Thread TensionF3 F4 F5 Selecting Other Utility Stitch Patterns Selecting Utility Stitch PatternDirect Stitch Pattern MIRROR/REVERSE StitchElongation Where to USE Each Stitch Straight Stitch With Auto-lock Stitch Pattern No Straight Stitch SewingStraight Stitch Basting BastingAttaching the Darning Embroidery Foot Joining the pieces of fabric Elastic Stitch SewingQuilting QuiltingFree ARM Sewing Zigzag Stitch SewingMULTI-STITCH Zigzag Elastic Band SewingOvercasting Overlocking Using the Overcasting FootUsing the General Purpose Foot Blind HEM Stitching Applique When sewing sharp anglesPatch Work Inserting Zippers Centered Insertion To stitch around the zipper tab Diagram a Inserting Zippers Lapped InsertionButtonhole Sewing Page Bound Buttonhole Eyelet Automatic BAR-TACK Darning Sewing on Buttons Thread ShankSingle Cording Narrow HemmingCording Triple CordingSewing Thin Fabrics Using the EVEN-FEED FootContinuous Decorative Pattern Attaching the EVEN-FEED FootFREE-HAND Embroidery DARNING/FREE-HAND EmbroideryDarning Twin Needle Sewing Twin needle sewing may be used with decorativeShifting the Cursor Selecting Decorative & Letter Stitch selecting modeDecorative & Letter Stitch Sewing To Delete Pattern To Check Selected PatternsInserting Pattern Elongation Editing of Each PatternMirror / Reverse stitch F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F1 F3 F4 F5 Setting the thread tensionTo Recall the Selected Patterns Sewing the Selected Patterns SewingDecorative Stitch Pattern Decorative and Letter Stitch ChartAdjusting the Forward and Reverse Stitches Letter Stitch PatternBobbin Holder MaintenanceCleaning Hook Race and Feed DogProblem Cause Correction Helpful HintsMessages on LCD Page Page Page 9960English 34108 B0