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Singer C440 User Manual

Singer C440
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TableofContents
SETTING UP THE MACHINE
MainParts ..................................................... 6
Accessories .................................................. 7
RemovableStorageCompartment .......................... 8
To Open the Accessory Tray .............................................. 8
To Remove/Attach the Removable Storage Compartment 8
ChangingthePresserFoot ...................................... 8
Removing the Presser Foot Holder ................................... 8
Needles .......................................................... 9
RemovingandInsertingtheNeedle ........................ 9
Fabric,ThreadandNeedleChart ............................. 9
SettingUptheMachine .............................. 10
Unpacking ................................................................ 10
ElectricalConnection .............................................. 10
Foot Control ............................................................. 10
MachineControlFunctions .....................................11
Tack Button with LED Indicator .........................................11
Needle Stop Position Up/Down Button with LED Indicator... 11
Speed Control Button .......................................................11
Thread Cutter Button with LED Indicator ..........................11
Start/Stop Button ..............................................................11
Reverse Button .................................................................11
Presser Foot Lifter ........................................................... 12
Thread Cutter ................................................................... 12
Presser Foot Pressure Dial .............................................. 12
Lid ................................................................................... 12
Handwheel ....................................................................... 12
Raise/Lower Feed Teeth .................................................. 12
Mounting Machine in Sewing Cabinet ............................. 12
SewingPreparation ................................... 13
TouchPanelLCD ..................................................... 13
Home Screen ................................................................... 13
Home Button .................................................................... 13
SewingMode ........................................................... 13
Stitch Information ............................................................. 13
SelectingaStitch .................................................... 14
StitchPatternOptions............................................. 14
Stitch Width/Needle Position ........................................... 14
Stitch Length/Density ....................................................... 14
Width Mirroring ................................................................ 14
Length Mirroring ............................................................... 14
Elongation ........................................................................ 14
MachineSettings ..................................................... 15
Setting Button .................................................................. 15
Thread Tension ................................................................ 15
Twin Needle ..................................................................... 16
Audible Beep ................................................................... 16
Screen Contrast ............................................................... 16
Calibrate Screen .............................................................. 16
Software Version .............................................................. 16
ThreadingtheMachine .............................. 17
PreparingtheBobbin .............................................. 17
Bobbin Winding ................................................................ 17
Inserting the Bobbin ......................................................... 18
ThreadingtheNeedle .............................................. 19
Preparing to Thread Machine .......................................... 19
Setting Spool of Thread on Spool Pin .............................. 19
Threading the Upper Thread............................................ 19
Threading the Needle Eye ............................................... 20
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread........................................ 20
WELCOME
Welcome to the SINGER
®
family and CONGRATULATIONS on purchasing a
brand new SINGER
®
sewing machine!
The SINGER
®
brand has stood for quality in sewing for over 160 years. We design our
machines for sewists of all skill levels so that the joy of sewing, creating, do-it-yourself,
crafting and more can be enjoyed by all. It is important to us that you have the easiest and
most successful sewing experience. We have provided an instruction manual with easy-
to-understand graphics and step-by-step instructions. Additional assistance, by region,
may be found on the web at www.singer.com.
We’re ready to help and hope that you enjoy your SINGER
®
sewing machine.
Happy Sewing!

Table of Contents

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Singer C440 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeComputerized
Buttonhole Styles6
Needle ThreadingAutomatic
DisplayLCD
Free ArmYes
Drop FeedYes
Speed ControlYes
Stitches200
Speed750 stitches per minute

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

DANGER: Electric Shock Precautions

Instructions to reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING: General Safety

Precautions to prevent burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.

Important Safety Instructions

Regional Safety Guidelines

Safety advice specific to European and non-European users.

Servicing Double Insulated Products

Guidelines for servicing double-insulated appliances.

Main Parts Identification

Machine Component Labels

Identification of machine components with numbered labels.

Included Accessories

Accessory List and Storage

List of included accessories and how they are stored.

Setting Up: Presser Feet and Storage

Removable Storage Compartment

Instructions for opening and removing the accessory storage.

Changing the Presser Foot

Step-by-step guide to removing and attaching presser feet.

Needle Installation and Selection

Needle Handling

Instructions for safely changing the sewing machine needle.

Fabric, Thread, and Needle Guide

Guidance on selecting needle and thread based on fabric type.

Initial Setup: Power and Foot Control

Unpacking and Electrical Connection

Steps for unpacking, connecting power, and turning on.

Foot Control Operation

Instructions for connecting and using the foot control pedal.

Machine Operation and Storage

Packing Away the Machine

Steps for safely storing the sewing machine after use.

Machine Control Functions Overview

Explanation of key operational buttons and indicators.

Machine Controls and Adjustments

Key Control Features

Details on presser foot lifter, thread cutter, pressure dial, handwheel, and feed teeth.

Sewing Cabinet Mounting

Instructions for installing the machine in a sewing cabinet.

Sewing Preparation: Touch Panel

Touch Panel LCD and Home Screen

Overview of the display, modes, and basic navigation.

Sewing Mode and Stitch Selection

How to select and use different stitch patterns.

Sewing Preparation: Stitch Options

Selecting and Adjusting Stitches

Methods for choosing stitches and modifying width, length, and mirroring.

Sewing Preparation: Settings and Tension

Machine Settings and Thread Tension

Adjusting thread tension and other machine settings for optimal sewing.

Sewing Troubleshooting Tips

Solutions for common sewing issues related to thread.

Sewing Preparation: Advanced Features

Twin Needle and Screen Settings

Using twin needles, adjusting screen contrast, and calibration.

Audible Beep and Software

Managing audible alerts and checking software version.

Threading the Machine: Bobbin

Bobbin Preparation and Winding

Steps for preparing, setting, and winding the bobbin.

Threading the Machine: Bobbin Insertion

Inserting the Wound Bobbin

How to correctly insert the wound bobbin into the bobbin case.

Threading the Machine: Upper Thread

Spool Setup and Upper Threading

Guide to setting spools and threading the upper thread path.

Threading the Machine: Needle and Bobbin Thread

Needle Eye Threading and Bobbin Thread Pickup

Using the needle threader and drawing up the bobbin thread.

Starting to Sew: Stitch Guide

Stitch Selection and Usage

Guide to selecting and understanding the purpose of various stitches.

Basic Sewing Techniques

Starting and Ending Seams

Instructions for starting, guiding, and stopping fabric during sewing.

Reverse Stitching

How to perform reverse stitching for seam reinforcement.

Sewing Techniques: Edges and Fabrics

Tack Stitches and Turning Corners

Using tack stitches and techniques for sewing corners.

Sewing Difficult Fabrics

Tips for sewing heavy fabrics, overlapped areas, and seam allowances.

Sewing: Straight and Zigzag Stitches

Straight Stitch Variations

Instructions for straight stitch, including auto-lock feature.

Zigzag Stitch Usage

Guidance on selecting and using zigzag stitches.

Sewing: Specialty Stitches

Satin Stitch and Blind Hem

How to sew satin stitches and blind hems.

Sewing: Edge Finishing

Overcasting Stitches

Using the Overcasting Foot for edge finishing.

General Purpose Stitching

Using All-Purpose and Satin Stitch feet for various stitches.

Sewing: Decorative and Stretch Stitches

Decorative and Stretch Stitching

Techniques for Crazy Patch, Stretch, and Multi-Stitch Zigzag.

Sewing: Basting and Buttons

Basting Techniques

Instructions for temporary stitching for fitting and marking.

Sewing Buttons

Step-by-step guide for sewing buttons.

Sewing: Button Details

Thread Shank Creation

Creating a thread shank for buttons.

Sewing: Zipper Insertion

Zipper Insertion Methods

Instructions for centered and lapped zipper insertion.

Sewing: Zippers and Quilting

Zipper Tab Stitching and Quilting Basics

Finishing zipper tabs and introductory quilting steps.

Sewing: Quilting and Bar Tacks

Specialty Quilting and Darning

Using Hand Look Quilting stitch and automatic bar-tacks/darning.

Sewing: Buttonhole Techniques

Buttonhole Sewing Guide

Instructions for sewing various types of buttonholes.

Sewing: Buttonhole Completion

Buttonhole Finishing Steps

Further steps and tips for completing buttonholes.

Sewing: Bound Buttonholes

Creating Bound Buttonholes

Detailed instructions for creating a bound buttonhole.

Sewing: Eyelets

Sewing Eyelets

Using the Satin Foot to sew eyelets.

Sewing: Decorative Patterns and Applique

Continuous Decorative and Applique Stitches

Using decorative stitches and applique techniques.

Free Arm Sewing

Accessing and using the free arm for sewing.

Sewing: Twin Needle Techniques

Twin Needle Sewing Guide

Guidance on sewing with a twin needle for decorative effects.

Sequencing: Introduction and Pattern Selection

Sequence Creation Overview

Combining stitch patterns and letters into sequences.

Selecting Patterns and Letters for Sequences

Steps to select patterns and letters for sequence creation.

Sequencing: Editing Sequences

Sequence Editing Operations

Shifting cursor, checking, inserting, and deleting elements.

Pattern and Letter Management

Inserting and deleting individual patterns or letters within a sequence.

Sequencing: Sequence Management

Editing Letters and Saving Sequences

Modifying letters and memorizing created sequences.

Sequencing: Executing and Modes

Recalling and Sewing Sequences

Loading saved sequences and executing them.

Single Sequence Mode

Using mode for single stitch adjustments or one-time execution.

Pop-up Messages and Error Handling

Operational Guidance Messages

Messages for needle position, presser foot, and feed teeth lever status.

Feature-Specific Messages

Messages related to Twin Needle, stitch combinations, and sequence limits.

Error and Warning Messages

Messages for calibration failure, thread jams, and motor overload.

Program Management Messages

Messages for deleting programs and overwriting sequences.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Cleaning the Machine Components

Instructions for cleaning the hook race, feed teeth, and bobbin holder.

Helpful Hints and Troubleshooting

Problem Solving Guide

Solutions for common sewing problems and machine malfunctions.

Technical Specifications

Machine and Foot Control Details

Specifications for voltage, power, speed, dimensions, and foot control model.

Environmental and Legal Information

Product Recycling and Disposal

Guidelines for safe and environmentally friendly disposal of the product.

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