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- Page 1 M3200 / M3300 / M3400 / M3500 Instruction Manual M3205 / M3305 / M3405 / M3505...
- Page 3 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 at a suitable place close to the machine.
- Page 4 - 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.
- Page 5 - 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 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.
- Page 6 FOR NON CENELEC COUNTRIES: 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.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Cutting the Thread...................................15 Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns ............................16 Blind Hem ....................................17 4-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3200/ M3205) ........................18 1-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505) .............19 Sewing on Buttons ..................................20 Zippers and Piping ..................................21 General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table ..........................22 Changing the Presser Foot ..............................23... -
Page 8: Machine Basics
8. Stitch width dial 9. Bobbin stopper 10. Stitch length dial 11. Pattern selector dial 12. Buttonhole lever (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505) 13. Needle threader Unpacking - Place the box on a steady, flat surface. Lift your machine out of the box and remove the outer packaging. - Page 9 Principal Parts of the Machine 1. Horizontal spool pin 2. Bobbin winder spindle 3. Hole for auxiliary spool pin 4. Handwheel 5. Power and light switch 6. Main plug socket 7. Bobbin thread guide 8. Upper thread guide 9. Face plate 10.
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Page 10: Connecting Machine To Power Source
Connecting Machine to Power Source Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1) This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. (2) Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. Foot control The foot control pedal regulates the sewing speed. -
Page 11: Two Step Presser Foot Lifter
(A) Attention: ® Your SINGER machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewn result. -
Page 12: Accessories
Accessories Standard accessories a. All purpose foot b. Zipper foot c. 4-Step buttonhole foot (Model M3200/ M3205) d. 1-Step buttonhole foot (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505) e. Button sewing foot f. L-screwdriver g. Seam ripper/ brush h. Pack of needles i. -
Page 13: Winding The Bobbin
Winding the Bobbin - Place thread and corresponding spool holder on to spool pin. (1/2) - Snap thread into thread guide. (3) - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs. (4) - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle. (5) - Push bobbin spindle to right. -
Page 14: Inserting The Bobbin
Inserting the Bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised. - Open the hinged cover. (1) - Pull the bobbin case tab (a) and remove the bobbin case. - Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow). -
Page 15: Thread Tension
Thread Tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4". To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. 1. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. 2. -
Page 16: Threading The Upper Thread
Threading the Upper Thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel towards you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the handwheel points directly up. -
Page 17: Automatic Needle Threader
Automatic Needle Threader - Raise the needle to its highest position. - Pass thread around thread guide (A). (1) - Press lever (B) down as far as it will go. (2) - The threader automatically swings to the threading position (C). - Pass the thread in front of the needle around the hook (D) from bottom to top. -
Page 18: Raising The Bobbin Thread
Raising the Bobbin Thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. (1) Turn the handwheel towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Note: If it is difficult to raise the bobbin thread, check to make sure the thread is not trapped by the hinged cover or the Removable Extension Table. -
Page 19: Sewing
To obtain the other patterns, turn the stitch length dial to “S1”or “S2” and select the pattern desired with pattern selector dial. a. Reverse Sewing Lever b. Stitch Width Dial c. Stitch Length Dial d. Pattern Selector Dial Model M3200/ M3205 Model M3300/ M3305 M3400/ M3405 Model M3500/ M3505... -
Page 20: Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial
The stitch width dial is also the control for the straight stitch infinite needle position. "0" is center needle position, "5" is full left needle position. (1) (Model M3300/ M3305 /M3400 /M3405 /M3500 /M3505) "0" is center needle position, "5" is full right needle position. (2) (Model M3200/ M3205) Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching (3) Turn the Pattern Selector Dial to zig-zag. -
Page 21: Sewing Straight Stitch
Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. (1) Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot control to start sewing. -
Page 22: Reverse Sewing
Reverse Sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever and the machine will sew forward again. (1) Removing the Work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position and the needle begins to descend, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser foot. -
Page 23: Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns
Choosing Stretch Stitch Patterns The stretch stitch patterns are indicated with a blue color on the pattern selector dial. To select these stitches, turn the pattern selector dial to the desired pattern. Then, turn the stitch length dial to the indicator marked "S1"... -
Page 24: Blind Hem
(2) Unfold the fabric when hemming is completed and press. Note: To make blind hem sewing even easier, use a blind hem ® foot, available from your SINGER retailer. -
Page 25: 4-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3200/ M3205)
4-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3200/ M3205) Prepare 1. Take off the all purpose foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8”) for bar tacks to obtain correct buttonhole length; mark buttonhole length on fabric (a). 3. -
Page 26: 1-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505)
1-Step Buttonhole Stitch (Model M3300/ M3305/ M3400/ M3405/ M3500/ M3505) Buttonhole sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results. However, it is strongly suggested to always make a practice buttonhole on a sample of your fabric and stabilizer. Making a Buttonhole 1. -
Page 27: Sewing On Buttons
Sewing on Buttons Install the darning plate. (1) Change the all purpose foot to the button sewing foot. (2) Set the stitch length to "0". Place the button and fabric under the Button Sewing foot, as illustrated in (3). Set the machine for zig-zag stitch, then set the width to number "3"... -
Page 28: Zippers And Piping
Zippers and Piping Set the machine as illustrated. Change to zipper foot. The zipper foot can be attached right or left, depending on which side of the foot you are going to sew. (1) To sew past the zipper tab, lower the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and push the zipper tab behind the presser foot. -
Page 29: General Information
General Information Installing the Removable Extension Table Hold the removable extension table horizontally, and push it in the direction of the arrow. (1) To remove the extension table, pull it toward the left. The inside of the removable extension table can be utilized as an accessory box. -
Page 30: Changing The Presser Foot
Changing the Presser Foot Removing the presser foot Push the presser foot (e) to disengage from the cut-out (c). (1) Attaching the presser foot Install the pin (d) of the presser foot (e) into the cut-out (c) of the presser foot holder. (2) Removing and attaching the presser foot shank Raise the presser bar (a) with the presser foot lifter. -
Page 31: Needle/ Fabric/ Thread Chart
Leather needles. 12 (80) to 18 (110). (Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.) Note: ® 1. For best sewing results always use genuine SINGER needles. 2. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment) and/ or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches. -
Page 32: Darning Plate
Install the darning plate as illustrated. For normal sewing, remove the darning plate. For free-motion sewing it is recommended to use a darning/ embroidery foot, available as an optional accessory from ® authorized SINGER retailers. -
Page 33: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. For best sewing results ® always use SINGER Brand Needles. Insert the needle as illustrated as follows: A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle. -
Page 34: Maintenance
Maintenance Attention: Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply by removing the plug from the main socket. When cleaning the machine, it must always be disconnected from the electrical supply. Remove the needle plate: Turn the handwheel until the needle is fully raised. Open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screws with the screw driver. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Correction Upper thread breaks 1. The machine is not threaded correctly. 1. Rethread the machine. 2. The thread tension is too tight. 2. Reduce the thread tension. (lower number) 3. The thread is too thick for the needle. 3. - Page 40 Such modifications, however, will always be to the benefit of the user and the product. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Singer, and the Cameo “S” Design are exclusive trademarks of The Singer Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates. 471061726 • English ©2019 The Singer Company Limited S.à.r.l. or its Affiliates. All rights reserved. 021K7V0101(EN)
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