Singer 3368 User manual
3368
Model
Instruction Manual
When using an electrical appliance, basic
safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this
sewing machine.
1. An appliance should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the
electric outlet immediately after using
and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re lamping.
Replace bulb with same type rated 10
watts.
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
this appliance is used by or near
children.
2. Use this appliance only for its
intended use as described in this
manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as
contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance 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 appliance to the
4. Never operate the appliance with any
air openings blocked. Keep ventilation
openings of the sewing machine and
foot controller free from accumulation
of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving
parts. Special care is required around
the sewing machine needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate.
The wrong plate can cause the needle
to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while
stitching. It may deflect the needle
causing it to break.
9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O")
when making any adjustments in the
needle area, such as threading needle,
changing needle, threading bobbin, or
changing presser foot, and the like.
10. Always unplug sewing machine from
the electrical outlet when removing
covers, lubricating, or when making
any other user servicing adjustments
mentioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into
any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray
products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the
off ("O") position, then remove plug
from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
This sewing machine is intended for
household use only.
DANGER
WARNING
SAVE THESE
INSTR CTIONS
- To reduce the risk of
electric shock:
- To reduce the risk
of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTR CTIONS
nearest authorized service center for
eamination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjuestment.
Automatic needle threader
Principal parts ................................................................................................................
Accessories
Fitting the snap in sewing table
Connecting machine to power source.............................................................................
Two step presser foot lever/ Adjusting the presser foot pressure...................................
Attaching the presser foot holder ....................................................................................
Winding the bobbin
Inserting bobbin.............................................................................................................
Changing the needle
Threading the upper thread...........................................................................................
Thread tension ..............................................................................................................
Bringing up the lower thread .........................................................................................
Reverse sewing/ Removing the work/ Cutting the thread
Matching needle / fabric / thread...................................................................................
How to choose your pattern ..........................................................................................
Straight stitching and needle position
Zig zag sewing
Blind hem
Sewing on buttons
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3 step zig zag.................................................................................................................
Stitch selection...............................................................................................................
Smocking stitch..............................................................................................................
Sewing with the cording foot ..........................................................................................
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Practical stitches ............................................................................................................
Darning...........................................................................................................................
Attaching lace.................................................................................................................
Applique .........................................................................................................................
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Patch work .....................................................................................................................
Maintenance...................................................................................................................
Trouble shooting guide...................................................................................................
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Utility sewingUtility sewing
How to sew 4-step buttonholes
Sewing with the narrow hem foot
Free motion darning (optional)
Twin needle (optional)
Quilting (optional)
Gathering (optional)
Zippers and piping ....................................
Overlock stitches............................................................................................................
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1. Thread tension dial
2. Presser foot pressure
3. Thread take up lever
5. Presser foot
6. Needle plate
7. Sewing table and accessory box
8. Bobbin stopper
9. Stitch length dial
10. Stitch width dial
11. Stitch display
12. Reverse sewing lever
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Principal parts
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(optional)
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16. Handle
18. Spool pin
19. Handwheel
20. Pattern selector dial
21. Power switch
22. Main plug socket
23. Bobbin thread guide
. Upper thread guide
. Presser foot lever
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Principal parts
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Accessories
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q. Hemmer foot
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Quilting foot
t. Overcasting foot
Standard accessories (1)
a. General purpose foot
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Seam ripper/brush
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Lubricate oil
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Twin needle
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Screw driver (small)
Screw driver (large)
Darning plate
Cording foot
Needle x 3pcs
4-step Buttonhole foot
Zipper foot
Bobbin x 3pcs
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Button sewing foot
Blind hem foot
Edge/Quilting guide
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Darning/Embroidery foot
Gathering foot
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Satin stitch foot
Optional Accessories
Fitting the snap-in sewing table
Hold the snap in sewing table horizontal, and push it
in the direction of the arrow. (1)
The inside of the snap in sewing table can be utilized
as an accessory box.
To open, lift up at the point of the arrow. (2)
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Connecting machine to power source
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3
Caution:
Attention:
Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source
and the main switch is on "O". when the machine is not in use and
before inserting or removing parts.
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as to connect machine to
power source. Unplug power cord when machine is not in use.
This machine is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used
with an appropriate electrical outlet.
Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated (1/2).
The power switch is located above the terminal box. Your machine
will not operate unless this switch is on " I ". (1)
Sewing light turns on automatically when the main switch is on " I ".
the machine is regulated by the amount of pressure exerted on the
foot control.
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2
A
B
- To start the machine,press the foot control (3).The speed of
A
Adjusting the presser foot pressure
Two-step presser foot lever
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the
presser foot can be raised a second stage for easy
positioning of the work. (A)
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been
pre set and requires no particular readjustment
according to the type of fabric (light or heavy weight).
However, if you need to adjust the presser foot
fabric, tighten by turning it clockwise.
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pressure,turn the presser foot pressure dial as shown left.
For sewing very thin fabric,loosen the pressure by
turning the dial counter clockwise,and for heavy
Attaching the presser foot holder
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Attention:
Turn power switch to "O" before carrying out any of the
operations below.
Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the
presser foot lever. Attach the presser foot holder (b) to
the presser foot bar (a). (1)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut out (c) is
directly above the pin (d). (2)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f)
will engage automatically.
Raise the presser foot.
the back of the foot holder. (3)
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust
Attaching the presser foot:
Removing the presser foot:
Attaching the seam guide:
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Release the presser foot by raising lever (e) located at
the distance as desired for hems, pleats, etc....(4)
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