Starlet 6660 - Sewing machine SINGER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Starlet 6660 SINGER

• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Switch the sewing machine off ("0") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• The foot control is used to operate the machine. Avoid placing other objects on the foot control.
• Do not use the machine if it is wet.
• If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• If the supply cord connected with the foot control is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.

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Eng 2

For Europe only:

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 70dB(A).

The machine must only be used with foot control of type JF-1000 manufactured by Jaguar International Corporation or YC-485EC manufactured by Taiwan Yamamoto Electric Corp.

For outside Europe:

This sewing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing machine by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine.

The noise level under normal operating conditions is less than 70dB(A).

The machine must only be used with foot control of type JF-1000 manufactured by Jaguar International Corporation or YC-485EC manufactured by Taiwan Yamamoto Electric Corp.

SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS

In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double-insulated product is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.

Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available.

When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer may be legally obligated to take back your old appliance for disposal free of charge. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

SINGER is the exclusive trademark of

The Singer Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates.

©2015 The Singer Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates.

All rights reserved.

Eng 4

1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

Machine identification----9-10

Accessories 11

Setting up your machine 12-13

Spool pins, Presser foot lifter ----14

Darning plate,

Converting to free-arm sewing ---- 15

Winding the bobbin 16

Removing bobbin case from shuttle,

Inserting bobbin into bobbin case ----17

Inserting bobbin case into shuttle,

Threading the top thread ----18-19

Using automatic needle threader ---- 20

Picking up bobbin thread ----21

Needle, thread and fabric chart ---- 22-23

Changing the needle----24

Adjusting top thread tension ----25-26

Functions of control panel,

Straight stitch needle position ----27-28

Adjusting bobbin thread tension ---- 29

Changing presser foot 29

Helpful messages----30

Reverse operation button 31

2. STARTING TO SEW

Quick reference table of stitch length

and width 32-35

Pattern number reference guide ---- 36

Straight stitching ----37-38

Keeping seams straight

Hand-look quilt stitch----39-40

Inserting zippers and piping

Zigzag stitching----41

Adjusting stitch width and length

Multi-stitch zigzag,

Shell stitch 42-43

Satin stitch, Placement of patterns

Sewing on a button----44

Blindhem stitch ----45-46

Decorative and stretch stitches ---- 47-53

Straight stretch stitch, Honeycomb stitch,

Overedge stitch, Feather stitch,

Ric-rac stitch, Double overlock stitch,

Criss-cross stitch, Entredeux stitch,

Ladder stitch, Pin stitch, Blanket stitch,

Slant pin stitch, Slant overedge stitch,

Crossed stitch, Greek key stitch,

Fishbone stitch, Thorn stitch,

Reinforced overedge stitch,

Edge-joining stitch, Wizard stitch

More decorative stitches & ideas for

decorative machine stitching ----54

Buttonhole making ----55-59

Automatic buttonhole, Corded buttonholes,

Manual buttonhole

3. CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning hook area and

shuttle area 60-61

4. OPTION ACCESSORIES

Large extension table,

Hard-sided cover----62

5. PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST

63-65

6. 6699/6680 ONLY ACCESSORIES

Roller foot, Invisible zipper foot ----66-67

Button sewing foot----68

Blind stitch foot 69

Overcasting foot----70

For European version

Dimensions: 425 mm × 211 mm × 329 mm

Mass of the equipment: 6.6 kg

Rated Voltage: 230 V \~

Rated Frequency: 50 Hz

Rated input: 65 W

Using ambient temperature: Normal temperature

Acoustic noise level: less than 70 db(A)

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

1. Bobbin winding tension disk
2. Thread take-up
3. Thread tension control
4. Face cover
5. Thread cutter
6. Removable extension table
   / Accessory box
7. Bobbin winder shaft
8. Bobbin winder stop
9. Pattern number reference guide
10. Reverse stitch button
11. Handle
12. Horizontal spool pin
13. Hand wheel
14. Power/light switch
15. Cord socket
16. Identification plate
17. Thread guide
18. Buttonhole lever
19. Presser foot lifter
20. Thread guide
21. Automatic needle threader
22. Thread guide
23. Presser foot screw
24. Needle
25. Needle plate
26. Needle bar
27. Thread cutter
28. Foot release lever
29. Needle clamp screw
30. Presser foot
31. Feed dogs
32. Large extension table(Optional)
33. Power line cord
34. Foot control
35. Instruction manual

DESCRIPTION

1. Needles
2. Bobbins
3. Auxiliary spool pin
4. Spool pin felt discs
5. Spool pin cap
6. Buttonhole opener/Seam Ripper and Brush
7. Screwdriver for needle plate
8. Darning plate
9. Zipper foot
10. Buttonhole foot

The Foot that comes on your Sewing machine is called the General Purpose Foot and will be used for the majority of your sewing.

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered parts and directional arrows indicating motion or movement.

Always disconnect the machine from power supply by removing the plug from the wall-outlet.

Be sure to wipe off any surplus oil from needle plate area before using your machine the first time.

POWER LINE CORD/FOOT CONTROL

Connect the plug of the power line cord into the cord socket (1) and your wall outlet (2) as illustrated. Connect the foot control plug (3) into the machine socket.

NOTE: When foot control disconnected, the machine will not operate.

Your machine will not operate until the power/light switch is turned on. The same switch controls both the power and the light. When servicing the machine, or changing needles, etc., machine must be disconnected from the power supply.

Power/light switch "OFF"

Interruptor corriente/luz "OFF"

Power/light switch "ON"

Interruptor corriente/luz "ON"

Pull the spool pin towards you. Place thread spool on the pin and secure with a spool cap to ensure smooth flow of thread. If the thread spool has a thread retaining slit, it should be placed to the right.

VERTICAL SPOOL PIN

Attach the spool pin and place a felt disc over it. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

PORTE-BOBINE HORIZONTAL

There are three positions for your presser foot.

1. Lower the presser foot to sew.
2. Raise the lifter to the middle position to insert or remove fabric, and to change presser foot.
3. Lift it to its highest position to accommodate thicker fabrics.

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Use the darning plate when you need to control fabric feeding for button sewing, free motion work and free motion darning. Raise needle and presser foot, and position darning plate onto the needle plate with the two pins on the back inserted to the holes of needle plate.

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Your machine can be used either as a flat-bed or as a free-arm model. With the extension table in position, it provides a large working surface.

To remove the extension table, hold it firmly with both hands and pull it off to the left as shown. To replace, slide the extension table back into place until it clicks.

With the extension table removed the machine converts into a free-arm model for sewing children's clothes, cuffs, trouser legs, and other hard-to-reach places.

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Be sure to use Class 15 bobbins.

1. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin, and secure it with the spool pin cap. Pull the thread out from the spool and place it through thread guides as shown in illustration. Be sure to pull thread securely into the bobbin winding tension disk.
2. Put end of thread through the hole in bobbin as shown. Push bobbin winder shaft to far left position, if it is not already there.
3. Place bobbin onto shaft with end of thread coming from top of bobbin. Push bobbin winder shaft to the right until it clicks. Hold the end of thread.
4. Start machine and the bobbin starts to wind. Bobbin will automatically stop turning when completely filled. Push shaft to the left to remove bobbin and cut thread.

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1. Hold the latch open, with locating pin straight up.
2. Slide the bobbin case onto the center spindle of the shuttle, keeping the thread toward you.

NOTE: Be sure the locating pin fits into the locating groove at the top of the shuttle.

1. Release the latch to lock the bobbin case in place.

Locating groove Fente Ranura de posicionamiento Locating pin Tige de localisation Ranura de posicionamiento

A. Raise the presser foot lifter. Always be sure to raise the presser foot lifter before threading the top thread. (If the presser foot lifter is not raised, correct thread tension cannot be obtained.)
B. Turn the hand wheel toward you until the needle is in its highest position.

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(C) ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥

C. Thread the machine with your left hand while firmly gripping the thread with your right hand in the following order as illustrated.

*Pass the thread through the thread take-up (3) from right to left.

*Pass the thread through the eye of the needle (5) from front to back.

(See following page for instructions on operation of the Automatic Needle Threader.)

IMPORTANT: To verify that the machine is threaded properly in the tension discs, do this simple check:

1.) With the presser foot raised and the needle threaded, pull the thread. You should detect only a slight resistance and little or no deflection of the needle.

2.) Now lower the presser foot and again pull the thread towards the back of the machine. This time you should detect a considerable amount of resistance and much more deflection of the needle. If you do not detect the resistance, this means you have not threaded the machine correctly and need to rethread it.

Raise the needle to its highest position by rotating the hand wheel towards you (counter-clockwise).

1. Hook thread into thread guide as illustrated.
2. Pull down lever while holding the end of thread.
3. Rotate the lever to the rear of the machine.
4. Guide thread into hooked end and pull the thread upward.
5. Return the lever and needle will be threaded automatically.
6. Release the lever and pull thread away from you.

NOTE: For smooth threading it is recommended you set the machine for straight stitch when using the needle threader.

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Diagram illustrating a sewing machine needle and fabric usage with directional arrows indicating movement

PICKING UP BOBBIN THREAD

RAPPEL DU FIL INFÉRIEURE

1. Raise the presser foot lifter.
2. Holding needle thread loosely with your left hand, turn hand wheel toward you (counter-clockwise) with your right hand, first lowering the needle and continuing until the needle comes to its highest position.

NOTE: A quick way to pick up the bobbin thread is, with straight stitch selected, touch and release the reverse switch. Your machine will perform one down-up cycle and stop with the needle up. Always stopping with the needle "fully up" is one of the features of your computer sewing machine.

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NEEDLE, THREAD AND FABRIC CHART

Your fabric will determine the choice of a needle and thread. The following table is a practical guide to needle and thread selection. Always refer to it before a new sewing project. In most cases, you will use the same size and type of thread in the bobbin as in the top thread supply.

FABRICS		THREAD	NEEDLES
The fabrics below can be of any fiber: cotton, linen, silk, wool, synthetic, rayon, blends. They are listed as examples of weight.			TYPE	SIZE
Light-Weight	BatisteChiffonCrepe	Cotton-wrapped / Polyester100% Polyester* Mercerized Size 60	2020red shank	11/80orange band
Medium-Weight	Corduroy / FlannelGabardine / GinghamLinen / MuslinWool Crepe	Cotton-wrapped / Polyester100% Polyester* Mercerized Size 50Nylon	2020red shank	14/90blue band
Medium-Heavy	Bonded WovensCanvas / CoatingDenim / DuckSailcloth	Cotton-wrapped / Polyester100% Polyester* Mercerized Size 40* "Heavy Duty"	2020red shank	16/100purple band18/110yellow band
Knits	Bonded KnitsDouble KnitJersey / Tricot	Cotton-wrappedPolyesterPolyesterNylon	2045yellow shank	11/80orange band14/90blue band16/100purple band

* For best sewing results, always use a SINGER branded needle.

TABLEAU DES TISSUS, DU FIL ET DES AIGUILLES

Always disconnect the machine from power supply by removing the plug from the wall-outlet.

1. Raise the needle bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you (counter-clockwise).
2. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it toward you (counter-clockwise).
3. Remove the needle by pulling i downward.
4. Insert the new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side toward the back.
5. Push the needle up as far as it can go.
6. Tighten the needle clamp screw with the screw driver.

NOTE: Tighten snugly, but do not over tighten.

Helpful Hint: Placing a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and lowering the presser foot makes it easier to change the needle and will preclude dropping the needle into the needle plate slot.

Flat side Côté plat Lado plano Needle Aiguille Aguja

Stop pin Butée Pasador

Flat side toward the back Côté plat orienté vers l'arrière Lado plano hacia fuera de Vd.

ADJUSTING TOP THREAD TENSION

RÉGLAGE DE LA TENSION DU FIL SUPÉRIEUR

AJUSTE DE LA TENSION DEL ILOSUPERIOR

90% of your sewing will be done with the tension control dial (on top of the machine) set at "5".

Helpful Hint: A slight adjustment to a higher number or a lower number may improve sewing appearance.

The correct appearance of your stitching is largely determined by the balanced tension of both top and bobbin threads. The tension is well balanced when these two threads 'lock' in the middle of layers of the fabric you are sewing. If, when you start to sew, you find that the stitching is irregular, you will need to adjust the tension control. Make any adjustments with presser foot 'down'. A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is usually only desirable for straight stitch sewing.

POINT DROIT

ZIG ZAG and DECORATIVE SEWING

For zigzag sewing and decorative stitch functions, thread tension should be less than for straight stitch sewing.

You will always obtain a nicer stitch and less puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your fabric.

COUTURE ZIG ZAG ET DÉCORATIVE

When the machine is turned on, straight stitch is selected and pop-up screen for individual preference settings appears on the LCD display.

To select stitch patterns, use left button for pattern number selection to select left digit and right button to select right digit referring to pattern number reference guide.

Both left and right digits scroll up to 7.

STITCH LENGTH AND STITCH WIDTH / NEEDLE POSITION ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS

Your sewing machine will produce your stitching requirements at an 5/Default stitch Length and Width. Default settings of stitch length and width are underlined on the display. You can manually change the length, width or needle position for straight stitch according to your preference pushing manual adjustment buttons.

NOTE: Some patterns offer more options for manual adjustments than others.

Manual adjustment buttons for stitch length

Manual adjustment buttons for stitch width/needle position

The position of the needle when sewing straight stitch may be adjusted to anyone of 13 different positions with the Stitch Width Control as illustrated:

0 0 0 3.5

BOBBIN THREAD TENSION REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT LESS FREQUENTLY THAN THE TOP THREAD TENSION.

If the tension is well balanced, but the fabric puckers badly, both top and bobbin thread tensions may be too tight and have to be adjusted. To test if the bobbin thread tension is correct, suspend the bobbin case by the thread and jerk it once. Correct bobbin tension will result in the thread unwinding only one or two inches. If too loose it will unwind continuously. If too tight the thread will not unwind at all. When adjusting the tension on the bobbin case, make only slight adjustments with a screwdriver.

Be sure needle is in the up position. Raise presser foot lifter.

1. Push presser foot release lever to remove the foot.
2. Place the desired foot on the needle plate aligning the presser foot pin with the foot holder.
3. Lower the presser foot lifter so that the foot holder snaps on the foot.

If an incorrect operation is made, a helpful message will be displayed. When a helpful message is displayed, fix the problem following the instructions below.

Bobbin winder is moved to right (operating position) during sewing.

→ Check bobbin winder and move it to left.

Buttonhole lever is not lowered or raised.

→ Lower buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes.

→ Raise buttonhole lever when sewing stitch patterns.

Foot control plug is pulled out, while operating foot control.

→ Push in foot control plug.

Machine is locked up due to thread entangled with bobbin case or rotation interrupted forcibly.

→ Turn off power switch and eliminate the problem that caused the machine to stop.

Reverse/tacking stitch button is pushed, while buttonhole stitch is selected.

→ Tacking stitch is made automatically after buttonhole stitch is completed. It is not necessary to push the reverse/tacking stitch button.

Bobbin winder is in operation.

→ Move bobbin winder to left when it is not used.

* Reverse stitch function for straight and zigzag stitches ( 📊 ) Reverse sewing is carried out while the reverse stitch button is pushed. The machine will continue to sew in reverse as long as the reverse button is pressed.
* Tacking stitch function for tie-off of other stitches ( ) The sewing machine makes 4 tiny tacking stitches to tie off the sewing on all patterns except straight, zigzag and buttonhole stitches. The position of the tacking stitches will be at the exact spot in the pattern where the reverse/tacking stitch button is pushed.

NOTE: This function is very useful for tying off the sewing pattern to avoid raveling at the start and end of sewing.

Reverse stitch button Bouton du point de marche arrière. Botón de puntada hacia atrás

BOUTON DOUBLE USAGE POINT MARCHE INTERRUPTOR DE

ARRIÈRE / POINT D'ARRÊT

QUICK REFERENCE TABLE OF STITCH LENGTH AND WIDTH

2. POUR COUDRE

TABLEAU DE RÉFÉRENCE RAPIDE DES LARGEURS ET LONGUEURS DE POINTS

2. EMPEZAR A COSER

PATTERN NUMBER REFERENCE GUIDE

GUIDE DE RÉFÉRENCE DES MOTIFS

100 stitch model : 00

80 stitch model : 00

60 stitch model : 00

Straight stitch is most frequently used for all types of sewing. Let's begin by following the steps below.

NOTE: Based upon the weight of the fabric, slight "fine tuning" of the tension may be desired.

1. SETTINGS

Presser foot - General Purpose Foot

Thread tension control - 5

A. Thread tension control

B. Reverse stitch button

C. Presser foot lifter

1. Pull both threads under the presser foot toward the back of the machine, leaving about 6" (15cm) clear.
2. Place the fabric under the presser foot and lower the presser foot lifter.
3. Turn the hand wheel toward you (counter-clockwise) until the needle enters the fabric.
4. Start the machine. Guide the fabric gently with your hands. When reaching the edge of the material, stop the sewing machine.

NOTE: The Needle Plate has both Metric and Inch Markings as an aid for guiding your fabric when sewing a seam.

1. First turn the handwheel toward you (counter-clockwise) until the needle is at its highest position. Raise the presser foot, draw materials to the rear and cut off excess thread with the thread cutter located on the bottom of face cover as shown.

NOTE: To secure the stitching and avoid raveling, press the reverse stitch switch and sew a few stitches at the start and end of the seam.

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KEEPING SEAMS STRAIGHT

To keep the seam straight, use one of the numbered guide lines on the needle plate. The numbers indicate distance from the needle at its center position.

22 16 10 36 10 16 22 36 mm) 5/8" (16 mm) 7/8" (22 mm)3/8" (10

POUR GARDER LA COUTURE DROITE

This stitch is designed to look like hand sewing for topstitching and quilting.

1. Thread bobbin with desired top stitching color. When sewing the machine will pull this thread to the top.
2. Thread machine with invisible or lightweight thread the color that matches your fabric. This thread should not show.
3. Increase thread tension a little bit at a time until you achieve the desired appearance.

NOTE: For a dramatic appearance, experiment with different tension and stitch length combinations.

100 stitch model : 02 80 stitch model : 02 60 stitch model : 02

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Use zipper foot to sew to the right or left of the zipper or close to the cording.

INSÉREZ UNE FERMETURE À GLISSIÈRE OU UN PASSEPOIL

Needle to left of foot

Needle to right of foot

To sew down the right side, attach left side of zipper foot to presser foot holder so that the needle passes through the opening on the left side of the foot.

To sew down the left side, attach right side of foot to foot holder.

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MISE EN PLACE DE FERMETURES À GLISSIÈRE

To pipe soft furnishings, cover cord with a bias strip of fabric and pin or tack it to the main piece of fabric.

Attach left side of zipper foot to foot holder so that needle passes through the opening on the left side of the foot.

Helpful Hint: Slight adjusting of the needle position to sew closer to the piping may be accomplished with the Stitch Width Control.

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PASSEPOIL

SETTINGS :Presser foot

- General Purpose Foot

:Thread tension control - 5

The top thread may appear on the bottom depending on the thread, fabric, type of stitch and sewing speed, but the bobbin thread must never appear on the top of the fabric. If bobbin thread is pulling to the top or you are experiencing puckering, slightly reduce the tension with the Thread Tension Control.

ADJUSTING STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH

Dark grey box indicates the 5/default value set automatically when the pattern is selected.

For the Zigzag Pattern the stitch length is 2 mm and the stitch width is 5 mm.

- General Purpose Foot

: Thread tension control - 5

This is a strong stitch because as its name implies, it makes three short stitches where the normal zig-zag makes only one. For this reason it is recommended for overcasting all types of fabrics. It is also ideal for bartacks, mending tears, patching, and attaching flat elastic.

NOTE: Mending a tear or overedging as shown in illustration requires manual adjustment of the length control.

RÉGLAGES :Pied presseur - Pied universel

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AJUSTES :Pie prensatelas - Pie universal

- General Purpose Foot

: Thread tension control - 5

Turn under the raw edge and press. Place the fabric right side up so that the zigzag part of the stitch sews just over the folded edge, pulling the fabric in to form a shell hem. Trim away excess fabric from the backside, close to the stitching line.

Helpful Hint: For a pleasing appearance experiment with different width, length and tension settings.

RÉGLAGES :Pied presseur - Pied universel

This is a closely spaced stitch for appliqué, bar-tacking, etc. Slightly loosen the top thread tension and manually adjust the stitch length between 0.5 and 2.0 for satin stitching. Use a backing of stabilizer or interfacing to avoid puckering.

NOTE: When sewing a dense (closely spaced) Satin Stitch, the Satin Stitch Foot MUST be used.

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POINT BOURDON

PLACEMENT OF PATTERNS

The satin stitch increases from the center needle position; making it possible to create center tapered stitch, as illustrated.

Center position Position centrale Aguja posicionada en el centro

POSITIONNEMENT DES MOTIFS

- General purpose foot

: Darning plate

Position your fabric and button under the presser foot. Lower presser foot. Turn the handwheel to make sure needle clears both left and right openings of button. Adjust width if required. Sew 10 stitches. If a button shank is required, place a darning needle on top of the button and sew over top of it as illustrated.

Helpful Hint: To secure thread, pull both threads to the backside of the fabric and tie together.

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RÉGLAGES

- General Purpose Foot

: Thread Tension Control: 5

The blindhem stitch is primarily used for creating nearly invisible hems on curtains, trousers, skirts, etc.

RÉGLAGES

• Elastic blind stitch for soft, stretchable fabrics.

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Under side
Envers
Reverso

② Under side

Envers
Reverso

Fine fabric
Tissus fins
Material fino
1

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Under side
Envers
Reverso
2

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Under side
Envers
Reverso

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Top side
Endroit

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1. With matching thread finish the raw edge. On fine fabric turn up and press a small 12 " (1.3 cm) or less hem. On medium to heavyweight fabrics overcast the fabric's raw edge.
2. Now fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong side up.
3. Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the handwheel towards you (counter-clockwise) by hand until the needle swings fully to the left. It should just pierce the fold of the fabric.

NOTE: In addition to the adjustment on the foot, the stitch width control can be used. The stitch width control changes the swing of the needle for a narrower or wider stitch.

Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the guide.

1. When completed, the stitching is almost invisible on the right side of the fabric.

NOTE: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Do a test sew first.

Stretch stitches are mainly for use on knit, or stretchable fabrics, but can also be used on woven materials.

Straight stretch stitch is far stronger than an ordinary straight stitch because it locks three times - forwards, backwards and forwards. It is particularly suitable for reinforcing the seams of sportswear in stretch and non-stretch fabrics, and for curved seams which take a lot of strain. Use this stitch also to top-stitch lapels, collars and cuffs to give a professional finish to your garments.

POINT DROIT EXTENSIBLE

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PUNTADA RECTA TRIPLE

The Honeycomb stitch is ideal for smocking and useful for overcasting and attaching elastic and stretch lace.

1. For smocking, first make several rows of gathers across the fabric that you wish to smock.
2. Cut an underlay fabric (such as organdy) and place it under the shirring.
3. Sew the honeycomb stitch over the gathered rows, securing them in place.

POINT NID D'ABEILLE

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PUNTADA PANAL

This is the same type stitch used by the garment industry in making sportswear – it forms and finishes the seam in one operation. It's very effective for use in repairing raw or worn seams of garments.

100 stitch model : 13, 14 80 stitch model : 10, 11 60 stitch model : 10, 11

POINT SURJET EXTENSIBLE

The pleasing appearance of this stitch enables it to be used for decorative topstitching or for attaching laces and trims. It is also ideal for quilting applications and edge-joining.

100 stitch model : 15 80 stitch model : 12 60 stitch model : 12

POINT PLUME

Ric-rac is primarily used for a decorative top-stitch. It is ideal for edging neck-bands, armholes, sleeves and hems. When manually adjusted to a very narrow width, it also can be used for sewing high stress seams.

100 stitch model : 16 80 stitch model : 13 60 stitch model : 13

POINT RIC-RAC

The Double overlock stitch has three main uses. It is perfect for attaching flat elastic, for overcasting, and for seaming and overcasting in one operation. It is primarily used on slightly stretch fabrics and non-stretch fabrics such as linen, tweed, and medium to heavy-weight cotton.

100 stitch model : 17 80 stitch model : 14 60 stitch model : 14

POINT SURJET DOUBLE

Used primarily for decorative machine stitching.

100 stitch model : 18 80 stitch model : 15 60 stitch model : 15

POINT ENTRECROISÉ

Useful for decorative stitching on borders and for use in heirloom sewing. The Entredeux stitch is most often sewn with a Wing Needle (SINGER Style 2040) to create holes in the stitch pattern.

100 stitch model : 19 80 stitch model : 16 60 stitch model : 16

Helpful Hint: A slight + adjustment of the tension will increase the size of the hole when using a Wing Needle.

POINT ENTREDEUX

The Ladder stitch is primarily used for drawn thread hemstitching. It can also be used for sewing over thin tape in a contrasting or same color. Place the stitch in the center and a special effect will be obtained for decoration. Another use for the ladder stitch is couching over narrow ribbon, yarn or elastic. For drawn thread work, choose a coarse linen type fabric and after sewing draw the thread out within the ladder for an open airy appearance.

100 stitch model : 20 80 stitch model : 17 60 stitch model : 17

POINT D'ÉCHELLE

The Pin stitch is a traditional stitch pattern used for picot-like edges and for applique work.

100 stitch model : 21, 22 80 stitch model : 18, 19 60 stitch model : 18, 19

POINT ÉPINGLE

The Blanket stitch is traditionally a hand sewn stitch used to put bindings on blankets. This multi-purpose stitch can also be used for couching, applique, drawn thread hemstitching and creating fringe.

100 stitch model : 23, 24 80 stitch model : 20, 21 60 stitch model : 20, 21

POINT DE LANGUETTE

Excellent for hemstitching projects like table linens. Picot-like stitch can also be made on sheer materials. Sew along the raw edge of fabric and trim close to the outside of the stitching.

100 stitch model : 25, 26 80 stitch model : 22, 23 60 stitch model : 22, 23

POINT ÉPINGLE OBLIQUE

Seams and overcasts in one operation to produce a narrow, supple seam, particularly suited to swimwear, sportswear, T-shirts, babywear in stretch nylon, jersey and cotton jersey.

100 stitch model : 27, 28 80 stitch model : 24, 25 60 stitch model : 24, 25

POINT SURJET OBLIQUE

Use to sew and finish elastic fabrics or for decorative work.

100 stitch model : 30 80 stitch model : 27 60 stitch model : 27

POINT CROISÉ

A traditional pattern suited for decorative borders and edge finishings.

100 stitch model : 32 80 stitch model : 28 60 stitch model : 28

POINT GREC

Used mainly for decorative machine stitching.

100 stitch model : 37 80 stitch model : 32 60 stitch model : -

POINT D'ARRÊTE

It is a versatile stitch used for joining fabric pieces as well as for decorative machine stitching.

100 stitch model : 38 80 stitch model : 33 60 stitch model : -

POINT D'ÉPINE

This stitch is perfect for attaching flat elastic. They can also be used for smocking and as a seam finish.

100 stitch model : 81 80 stitch model : 66 60 stitch model : 53

POINT SURJET RENFORCÉ

This is a popular decorative stitch. It can also be used for joining two separate pieces of fabric, leaving a little space in between. Fold under the seam allowances on the cut edges, and press. Baste folded edges to tissue paper with about 1/8" (0.3 cm) space between. Stitch over the 1/8" (0.3 cm) allowance, just catching the fabric fold on both sides with needle. Remove bastings and paper; press.

100 stitch model : 85

80 stitch model : 69

60 stitch model : 54

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POINT D'ASSEMBLAGE DES REBORDS

Used mainly for decorative machine stitching.

100 stitch model : 88 80 stitch model : 71 60 stitch model : -

POINT SORCIER

PUNTADA MAGO

You should carry out a test sewing on an extra piece of the fabric being sewn to check the decorative pattern to be used. Before starting to sew, check that there is enough thread wound onto the bobbin to ensure that the thread will not run out during sewing. For best results, stabilize fabric with a tear-away or wash-away stabilizer underneath when stitching.

Helpful Hint: Bobbin thread should not appear on the top side of the fabric, so it may be necessary to slightly lower the tension setting.

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BUTTONHOLE MAKING CONFECTION DES BOUTONNIÈRES CONFECCION DE OJALES

AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE

USING BUTTONHOLE FOOT

Your machine offers you two different widths of bartack, keyhole and round end buttonholes sewn by a system that measures the size of the button and calculates the size of buttonhole required. All of this is done in one easy step.

Tab A Languette A Lengüeta A Tab B Languette B Lengüeta B

BOUTONNIÈRE AUTOMATIQUE

* Use an interfacing in the area of the garment where buttonholes are placed. Stabilizer or regular interfacing can be used.
* Make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of the actual fabric from your project. Then try the buttonhole with your button.

100 stitch model : 94, 95
80 stitch model : 74, 75
60 stitch model : 56, 57
100 stitch model: 96, 97
80 stitch model : 76, 77
60 stitch model : 58, 59
100 stitch model: 98, 99
80 stitch model : 78, 79
60 stitch model: -, -
100 stitch model : 94, 95
80 stitch model : 74, 75
60 stitch model : 56, 57
100 stitch model : 96, 97
80 stitch model : 76, 77
60 stitch model : 58, 59
100 stitch model : 98, 99
80 stitch model : 78, 79
60 stitch model: -,-

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PROCÉDURE

1. Select one of the buttonhole patterns.

2. Replace the presser foot with the buttonhole foot. (Refer to "Changing presser foot" on page 28.)

3. Insert the button into the buttonhole foot. (Refer to "Using buttonhole foot" above.)

4. Lower the buttonhole lever (C) so that it drops down vertically between the stoppers (A) and (B).

5. Carefully mark the position of buttonhole on your garment.

6. Place the fabric under the foot. Pull out the bobbin thread underneath the fabric to a length of about 4 inches to the rear.

7. Align the buttonhole mark on the fabric with the mark on the buttonhole foot, and then lower the buttonhole foot.

8. While holding the top thread, start the machine.

(C) (A) (B) Buttonhole foot Pied à Boutonnière Prensatelas de ojales (C) (C)

1. When sewing is finished, use a buttonhole opener/seam ripper to open up the fabric in the center of the buttonhole. Be careful not to cut any of the stitching.

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Hook filler cord (such as crochet thread or buttonhole twist) over the spur and pull both ends of the cord forward under the foot and tie off the cord as shown in the illustration. Sew buttonhole so that zigzag stitches cover the cord. When completed, release the cord from foot. Gently pull the cords to take up the slack, then snip off extra length.

Spur Tige Tige

BOUTONNIÈRE GANSÉES (RENFORCÉES)

* Use the automatic buttonhole foot up to 13/4 “(45 mm) in length, but don’t lower the buttonhole lever or a beep will sound.
* Use the satin foot to create larger buttonholes.
* Carefully mark the buttonhole length on your garment. Place the fabric with the buttonhole marked under the buttonhole foot. Slide the foot forward so that the needle pierces the fabric at the beginning of the buttonhole.

PROCEDURE

1. Start the machine to form first bartack and left side of buttonhole.
2. Sew second bartack and stitch backward until needle reaches beginning of buttonhole.
3. Stitch forward to the end of buttonhole mark to complete buttonhole.
4. Push the reverse stitch switch to tie off the stitches.

NOTE: If stitch length is manually set at 0.8 (mm) for step 1, set the stitch length at 0.8 (mm) for step 3 as well.

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BOUTONNIÈRE MANUELLE

3.CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE

3. ENTRETIENT DE LA MACHINE

3.CUIDE SU MAQUINA

To ensure the best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep the essential parts clean at all times.

Always disconnect the machine from power supply by removing the plug from the socket-outlet.

CAUTION

Always disconnect the machine from power supply by removing the plug from the wall-outlet.

A. Raise the needle to its highest position.

B. 1. Remove the bobbin case from the shuttle.

1. Push aside the two shuttle keepers.

2. Remove the shuttle race cover and shuttle.

C. Clean the feed dogs and shuttle area with the lint brush.

NOTE: Put a drop of sewing machine oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race as indicated by the arrows.

D. 1. Be sure the shuttle race forms a half moon on the left side of the machine.

1. Holding the shuttle by its center pin, replace it so as to form a half moon on the right side.

2. Slide the shuttle race cover back into position.

3. Snap the shuttle keepers back into position.

Cleaning the sewing machine and footcontroller

After using, keep sewing machine and footcontroller clean, use dry rags to remove dust from the sewing machine and footcontroller.

NOTE: Use dry rags to avoid electrical shock.

4. OPTION ACCESSORIES

4.ACCESOIRES EN OPTIONS

4.ACCESORIOS OPCIÓN

LARGE EXTENSION TABLE

To place onto the machine, lift the supporting leg of the extension table, and slide the table into place while fitting the guide pins A, B, C and D into machine as illustrated.

GRAND PLATEAU DE RALLONGE

Carry your machine safely and keep dust-free in storage.

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5. PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST

GENERAL PROBLEMS

Machine does not sew.

Power switch is turned off.

- Turn on the switch.

* Buttonhole lever is not raised when sewing stitch patterns.

- Raise buttonhole lever.

* Buttonhole lever is not lowered when sewing buttonhole.

– Lower buttonhole lever.

* Bobbin winder is engaged.

– Disengage bobbin winder (see page 16).

Machine jams/knocks.

Thread is caught in hook.

– Clean hook (see page 60 - 61).

* Needle is damaged.

- Replace needle (see page 24).

Fabric does not move.

Presser foot is not lowered

– Lower presser foot.

* Stitch length is too short

- Lengthen stitch length.

STITCHING PROBLEMS

Machine skips stitches.

* Needle is not all the way up into needle clamp (see page 24).

* Needle is bent or blunt.

- Replace needle (see page 24).

* Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 -19).

* Thread is caught in hook.

– Clean hook (see page 60 - 61).

Stitches are irregular.

* Needle size is not correct for thread and fabric (see page 24).

* Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19).

* Top thread tension is too loose (see page 25).

* Fabric is being pulled or pushed against machine feeding action. – Guide it gently.

* Bobbin has not been wound evenly.

- Rewind bobbin.

Needle breaks.

* Fabric is being pulled or pushed against machine feeding action.

– Guide it gently.

* Needle size is not correct for thread and fabric (see page 24).

* Needle is not all the way up into the needle clamp (see page 24).

* Too much thread appears on the underside of stitching.

* Upper thread not correctly thread (see page 18 - 19).

THREAD PROBLEMS

Thread bunches.

Top and bobbin threads are not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam.

– Draw both threads back under presser foot about 6 inches (10 cm) and hold until a few stitches are formed.

Needle thread breaks.

* Machine is not threaded correctly (see page 18 - 19).

* Top thread tension is too tight (see page 25).

* Needle is bent. – Replace needle (see page 24).

* Needle size is not correct for thread and fabric (see page 22 - 23).

Bobbin thread breaks.

* Bobbin case is not threaded correctly (see page 17).

* Lint accumulates in bobbin case or hook.

- Remove lint (see page 60 - 61).

Fabric puckers.

* Top thread tension is too tight.

- Adjust thread tension (see page 25).

* Stitch length is too long for sheer or soft fabric.

– Shorten stitch ngth.

5. VÉRIFICATION DES PROBLÈMES MINEUR DE COUTURE

PROBLÈMES GÉNÉRAUX

When sewing leather, suede, plastic and velvet, fit the roller foot to aid the smooth flow of fabric. However, especially when sewing softer leather and suede, better results may be achieved by using the normal zigzag foot.

Technical illustration of a sewing machine needle stitching a textured fabric (no text or symbols)

PIED A GALETS

The Invisible Zipper Foot provides a concealed closing on a variety of garments and accessories. It is commonly seen on the side or back of skirts and dresses.

Machine Preparation

• Attach Invisible Zipper Foot
• Set machine to Straight Stitch

• Set stitch length to medium
  • Make sure needle position is lined up

• Open zipper by pulling down on the slider and pull tab located at the top of the zipper.

• Working on the right side of the fabric, baste the zipper face down along the seam edge of the right-hand side of garment. The teeth or coils of the zipper lay toward the interior of the seam.

• Line up the teeth (coils) of the zipper with the right groove of the zipper foot. The needle will penetrate the tape of the zipper alongside the teeth (or coils).

• Sew from top to bottom of the seam as far as possible, backstitching at the beginning and end of the seam.

• To sew the other side of the zipper, flip the zipper over twice to the left and then line up the tape of the opposite side of the zipper along the seam edge of the left-hand side of the project.

• Line up the teeth of the zipper with the left groove of the zipper foot.

• Sew from top to bottom of the seam as far as possible, backstitching at the beginning and end of the seam.

Two garment pattern pieces with star decorations, one cut off and one partially filled (no text or symbols)

1. Close the zipper.
2. Remove the Invisible Zipper Foot and replace it with the regular Zipper Foot.
3. Sew a 5/8" seam all the way down to the bottom of the seam, starting as close to the zipper as possible.

Pied à Fermeture Glissière Invisible Prensatelas para Cierre Invisible

The Button Sewing Foot is designed to hold the button firmly in place when attaching it to a garment or project.

Machine Preparation

• Lower or cover Feed Dogs
- Foot: Attach screw-on Button Sewing Foot
- Stitch: Sraight Stitch

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Sewing Instructions

1. Attach the darning plate, insert fabric under press foot.
2. Insert button under foot, making sure to align button opening with foot opening.
3. Align needle position (left needle position) so that the needle enters the (opening) hole on left side of the button. (Always test the width by turning your handwheel manually before sewing.)

4. Sew 3 or 4 stitches to secure thread end.

5. Select Zig-Zag Stitch.

6. Set stitch width so that needle clears both button openings (holes) when moving from left to right. (Always test the width by turning your handwheel manually before sewing.)
7. Sew 10 Zig-Zag stitches.
8. Select Straight Stitch
9. Make sure the needle is aligned with the left button opening (hole).
10. Sew 3 to 4 stitches to secure thread end.

Pied Pose De Bouton

The Blind Stitch Foot is primarily used for creating nearly invisible hems on curtains, trousers, skirts, etc.

Machine Preparation

• Install the Blind Stitch Foot
- Select Stitch: 04 or 07
• Tension set at 5

Sewing Instructions

1. With matching thread finish the raw edge. On fine fabric turn up and press a small 1/2" or less hem.
   On medium to heavyweight fabrics overcast the fabric's raw edge.
2. Now fold the fabric as with the wrong side up.
3. Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the handwheel towards you (counter-clockwise) by hand until the needle swings fully to the left. It should pierce the fold of the fabric. If it does not, adjust the guide (B) on the Blindhem Foot (A) so that the needle just pierces the fabric fold and the guide just rest against the fold. Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the guide.
4. When completed, the stitching is almost invisible on the right side of the fabric.

Elastic Blind stitch for soft, stretchable fabrics. Point invisible pour les tissus extensibles.

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Note: It takes practice to sew blind hems. Do a test sew first.

Pied Point Invisible

This foot delivers a consistent and accurate overcasting stitch for a serged effect using your sewing machine. Thread is locked around the edge of fabric, aligned with the edge, to prevent fabric from raveling.

Machine Preparation

• Install the Overcasting Foot
- Select: No. 8 (Stitch Width 5.0)
- Or Select: No. 10 or 14(Stitch Width 5.0-7.0)
- Tension set at 5

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Sewing Instructions

Press fabric against the guide plate of the overcasting foot so that needle falls near the edge of seam.

a. No.03 (Width=5.0) is used for preventing ravelling of fabrics.

b-c. No. 10 and 14 can sew overcasting and regular stitches at the same time. Therefore it is convenient for sewing fabrics that ravel easily and also for sewing stretchy fabrics.

Caution: To prevent accidents, Overcasting foot should be used for sewing patterns 03, 10 and 14 only. Do not change the stitch width narrower than 5.0 and do not change the stitch mode or lengthen the stitch. Doing so may cause the needle to hit the presser foot and break.

Pied Point Surjet

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ENGLISH / FRANÇAIS / ESPAÑOL

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6660/6680/6699

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION

This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. Keep the instructions in a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third party.

DANGER — To reduce the risk of electric shock:

- A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning, removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to person:

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children.
• 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.
• 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.
• Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

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