SINGER 814 Stylist - Manual (Page 63)

if stitching is irregular, or needle thread breaks, make sure . . .
@ Ffexi-St/tch pattern dial is set at O when straight or zig-zag stitching.
® flexi-Stitch pattern dial is balanced when sewing Flexi-Stitch patterns.
® Machine is correctly threaded
® Thread is even and free from knots.
© Needle is straight and sharp and right size for thread.
® Needle-thread tension is not too tight.
® Bobbin case is correctly threaded and properly inserted.
© Threads are correctly placed under presser foot when you start to sew.
® Bobbin case area is free of lint and loose thread ends.
® Bobbin or bobbin case is not damaged.
Also remember to . . »
© Turn hand wheel toward you to position needleand take-up lever.
© Raise needle above fabric before making adjustments to stitch width and
needle position.
® Use red selector settings for Flexi-Stitch pattern sewing.
® Turn Flexi-Stitch pattern dial to O when making buttonholes.
© Start and finish sewing with take-up lever in its highest position.
® Adjust stitch length, pressure, and thread tension to suit your fabric.
© Test stitch on a fabric sample before starting a sewing job.
® Lower presser foot before setting pressure dial.
® Press hand wheel disc for sewing and disengage bobbin winder after
winding a bobbin.
® Remove feed-cover needle plate after button sewing and after darning
with an embroidery hoop.
® Sew at a moderate speed when using a Flexi-Stitch pattern.
® Clean your machine periodically.
E n j o y S e w i n g !
If you have any questions, please write to:
Consumer Affairs Department
The Singer Company
321 First Street, Elizabeth, I\lJ. 07207
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