SINGER 20U sewing machine Instruction book
The SINGER 20U is a sewing machine with a variety of features, including perfect straight stitching, zigzag and ornamental stitching in a variety of width and stitch lengths, and superfine control of stitch length. You can sew at speeds up to 2,000 stitches per minute at maximum zigzag stitch width (9mm) and 2,500 stitches per minute at zigzag stitch width of 5mm or less.
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As the owner of a SINGER* artisan zigzag sewing machine Model
20U, you are about to enter a wonderful new world of sewing!
From the moment you begin to sew at your Model 20U, you will
be delighted with its easy dependable operation.
• Perfect straight stitching.
• Zigzag and ornamental stitching in a variety of width and stitch
lengths.
• Superfine control of stitch length insures perfect satin stitching.
• Speeds up to 2,000 stitches per minute at maximum zigzag stitch
width (9mm) and 2,500 stitches per minute at zigzag stitch width
of 5mm or less depending on material being sewn and type of
work being done.
May we recommend that, before you begin to sew, you discover all
the many advantages of your Model 20U by going through this
instruction book step by step while seated at your machine.
SINGER* Service is always close at hand. If your sewing machine
should need servicing, call your local SINGER CENTER to be sure
of warranted SINGER* Parts and SINGER Service. You will find
the address under SINGER COMPANY in the classified telephone
directory.
* A Trademark of THE SINGER COMPANY
Copyright ©1987 SINGER SEWING MACHINE COMPANY
All Rights Reserved Throughout The World
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Principal Parts of Model 20U Machine 2
Fabric, Thread, Needle and Stitch Length Table 3
Needles and Thread 4
To Set the Needle 4
Threading the Needle 5
To Remove the Bobbin 5
To Wind the Bobbin 6
Threading the Bobbin Case 8
To Replace the Bobbin Case 9
Raising the Bobbin Thread 9
To Adjust Stitch Length 10
To Adjust Pressure 10
To Adjust Thread Tensions 11
Needle Position Selector 12
Stitch Width Regulator 12
How to Control the Width of Zigzag Stitch 13
Needle Bar Frame Clamping Device 15
Straight Stitching 15
Changing the Throat Plate and Feed Dog 16
Lever Positions for Straight Stitching 16
How to Sew a Seam 17
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Satin Stitching 18
Zigzag Stitching 19
Lingerie Seams 19
Seams in Knit Fabrics 19
Decorative Stitches 19
Buttonholes 20
Monograms and Motifs 22
Script Lettering 22
Applique 24
Hemmer Foot 25
Plain Narrow Hems 25
Zipper Foot 26
Zipper Insertion 26
Corded Seams 27
Other Practical Applications 28
Caring for Your Machine 30
Assembling the Thread Unwinder 32
To Use the Spool Cap 33
To Use the Anti-Spill Sleeve 34
Knee Operating Stitch Width Control 35
Thread Guide
Take-up Lever Guard
Take-up Lever
Pressure Regulating Thumb Screw
Arm Top Cover
Face Plate
Thread Guard (upper)
Slack Thread Regulator
Needle Bar Frame Clamping
Thumb Screw
Thread Guard (lower) -
Needle Bar
Presser Foot Screw
Presser Foot
Thread Guide Holder
Spool Pin
Bobbin Winder
Bed Slide Throat Plate
Stitch Width Regulating
Plate Thumb Screw
Hand Wheel
Feed Regulating Dial
Stitch Width Regulator
Feed Reverse Lever
Needle Position Selector
Tension (complete)
Needle Clamp Thumb Screw
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Key features
Perfect straight stitching
Zigzag and ornamental stitching
Superfine control of stitch length
High speed sewing
Variety of stitch lengths and widths
Easy and dependable operation
Adjustable stitch length and pressure
Adjustable thread tensions
Needle position selector
Stitch width regulator
Frequently asked questions
You can adjust the stitch length by turning the feed regulating dial clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning it clockwise will make the stitches closer together, while turning it counterclockwise will make them further apart.
You can adjust the pressure by turning the pressure regulating thumb screw. Turning it clockwise will increase the pressure, while turning it counterclockwise will decrease the pressure.
To adjust the thread tension, you can turn the needle-thread tension dial. Turning it clockwise will increase the tension, while turning it counterclockwise will decrease the tension.
To change the throat plate and feed dog, use a screwdriver to remove the bed plate and feed dog. Then, fasten the new feed dog temporarily to the machine and replace the throat plate. Finally, replace the bed plate and press it firmly in place.
To sew a seam, set the feed regulating dial for desired stitch length. Raise the take-up lever to its highest point and place fabric under the presser foot. Position needle in fabric, lower presser foot and stitch to end of seam. To reinforce seam ends, press stitch reverse lever down to its lowest position and backstitch.