Singer S16 instruction manual HOW to SEW, Test Stitching

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HOW TO SEW

Test Stitching

Thread take-up lever

	q
	Before starting your project always test the
z	compatibility of thread, needle and fabric together.
z	Also test stitch length and pressure foot pressure.
	Step z
	Turn the stitch length adjustment dial q to
	adjust the stitch length to 3. Raise the thread
	take up lever and slide the needle and bobbin
	threads under the presser foot.
x	Step x
	Turn the handwheel w toward you to lower the
	needle into the fabric.

w

c

vt

b

y

Step c

Lower the presser foot lifter e.

Set the speed control slider to a slower setting until you get used to the sewing speed.

Press the foot control r to start sewing.

e

r

Step v

	Check the sewing result and adjust the needle
	thread tension t as necessary.
	Step b
	Press the auto thread cutter button y to trim
	the threads. You can continue sewing without
	pulling the bobbin thread up again through the
u	needle plate.

*Do not use the thread cutter u if the thread is heavier than #30.

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Contents S16 For outside Europe except U.S.A and Canada For Europe onlyTable of Contents Name of Parts Machine IdentificationAttatching Knee Lifter Standard AccessoriesSteps To Turning Machine Power On Connecting Machine to Power SupplyGetting Ready to SEW Controlling Sewing Speed Speed Control LeverUp/Down Needle Position Button Thread Cutter Button Stitch Length Adjustment DialBobbin Winding Button Reverse Stitch LeverAttaching and Detaching Presser Foot Presser Foot LifterPresser Foot Pressure Dial To remove the bobbin from the bobbin case Positioning Thread SpoolsPositioning thread spools Positioning thread on spool conesWinding a Bobbin Inserting the Bobbin Case into the Hook Inserting a BobbinThreading the Needle Thread Using the Built in Needle Threader Bringing Up Bobbin Thread To Check the Needle Thread and Needle ChartChanging the Needle Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension HOW to Balance Thread TensionsAdjusting Needle Thread Tension Balanced Needle Thread TensionTest Stitching HOW to SEWPivoting a Corner Securing a Seam / Reverse StitchingSecuring a Seam / Knotting the Threads Narrow Hemming Foot Using Fabric GuideUsing the Quarter Inch Foot with Guide Using the Darning / Embroidery FootOiling the Machine Care & MaintenanceCleaning the Hook and Feed Dog Area Replacing the Light Bulb on the Underside of the Sewing Arm Replacing the Light BulbTo remove To replaceCondition Cause Reference Troubleshooting