Singer Samba 7 User Guide

Note twin needle:
1. Twin needles, can be purchased for utility and decorative work.
2. When sewing with twin needles, the stitch width dial should be set at less than 3.
3. For best sewing results always use genuine SINGER needles.
4. Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and / or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches.
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE
FABRICS
THREAD
NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION
IMPORTANT :Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric.
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At the start of this manual, you were informed that this book
covers the operation of multiple models of sewing machines.
The primary difference between the various models is the type
and number of stitch patterns. In addition to stitch patterns
there is also a difference in the number of dials used to modify
the patterns.
On all models stitch patterns are chosen by turning the stitch
pattern selector dial. The pattern on an alphabet letter depicting
the pattern will show in the stitch display window.
As...

Function of stitch width dial
Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging(for models A & B)
The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 5mm;
however, the width can be reduced on any patterns. The width
increases as you move zigzag dial from 0 - 5. For twin
needle sewing, never set the width wider than 3 (1).
The stitch width dial is also the control for the straight stitch
infinite needle position. 0 position is full left, 5 is full right
and between 2 and 3 is center needle position.
(for...

* The blindhem foot is an optional accessory not supplied with
this machine.
For hems, curtains, trousers, skirts, etc.
hem/lingerie for firm fabrics.
Turn the speed control to minimum!Blind hem for stretch fabrics. (for models B, C & D)
Blind
Set the machine as illustrated (1).
It takes practice to sew blind hems. Always make a sewing
test first.
Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong side uppermost (2).
Place the fabric under the foot. Turn the handwheel forwards
by hand until the needle swings...

* The overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied
with this machine.
(A) : (for model A)
For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing.
(B) :
For fine knits, handknits, seams.
(C) :
For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. Standard overlock
Double overlock stitch
Stretch overlock Seams, overcasting, visible hems.
All overlock stitches are suitable for sewing and overcasting
edges and visible seams in one operation.
When overcasting, the needle should just go over the edge of
the fabric....

Install the darning plate. (A)
Change presser foot to button sewing foot. (B) Select zigzag
stitch.
Position the work under the foot. Place the button on the
marked position, lower the foot. Adjust stitch width to 0 and
sew a few securing stitches. Set the stitch width to number 3
- 5. Turn the handwheel to check that the needle goes cleanly
into the left and right holes of the button (adjust the stitch width
according to the button), and slowly sew on the button with
about 10 stitches. Adjust the stitch...

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Sew 4-step buttonholes
Prepare
Note:
Tips: 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; mark buttonhole size on fabric.
3. Place fabric under the foot, so that marking
Adjust the stitch length dial in the   to set stitch density.
density varies according to the fabric. Always test sew a
buttonhole.
Follow the 4-step sequence changing from one step to another
with the stitch pattern selector dial. Take...

Set the pattern selector dial to   or  .
Change to zipper foot.
The zipper foot can be attached right (1) or left (2) depending
on which side of the foot you are going to sew.
To sew past the zipper pull, lower the needle into the fabric,
raise the presser foot and push the zipper pull behind the
presser foot. Lower the foot and continue to sew.
It is also possible to sew in a length of cord, into a bias strip to
form a welt (3).
Set stitch length control between 1 - 4 (according to
thickness of...

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* The hemmer foot is an optional accessory not supplied with
your machine.
For hems in fine or sheer fabrics.
Set the stitch pattern dial to   or  .
Change to optional hemmer foot.
Neaten the edge of the fabric. At the beginning of the hem, turn
under the edge twice by about 3 mm (1/8) and sew 4-5
stitches to secure. Pull the thread slightly towards the back.
Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and
guide the fold into the scroll on the foot (1).
Gently pull the fabric...

Sewing on lace and elastic, darning, mending, reinforcing
edges, bar tacks.
Set the stitch pattern dial to  .
Place patch in position. The stitch length can be shortened to
produce very close stitches. (1)
When mending tears, it is advisable to use a piece of backing
fabric to reinforce. The stitch density can be varied by adjusting
the stitch length. First sew over the center and then overlap on
both sides. Depending on the type of fabric and damage, sew
between 3 and 5 rows. (2)
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Multi-stitch...