Singer 127-3 & 128-3 User Manual

127-3 & 128-3
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
with VIBRATING SHUTTLE
Copyright, U. S. A., 1915, 1923, 1929, 1932, 1935
and 1940, by The Singer Manufacturing Company
All Rights Reserved for all Countries
*A Trade Mark of
THE SINGER MANUFACTURING CO.
*

Singer 127-3 & 128-3 Specifications

General

Operation	Manual
Stitch Type	Lockstitch
Vibrating Shuttle	Yes
Stitch Length	Adjustable
Bobbin Type	Vibrating Shuttle
Weight	Approximately 30 lbs

Summary

Instructions for Operating the Machines

To Ensure Perfect Action of the Machine

Guidance on maintaining optimal machine performance during operation.

To Wind the Bobbin

Detailed procedure for winding thread onto the bobbin correctly.

To Thread the Shuttle

Instructions on how to thread the shuttle with thread for sewing.

To Set the Needle

Steps for correctly inserting and securing the sewing needle.

To Thread the Needle

Comprehensive guide on threading the sewing machine needle.

To Prepare for Sewing

To Commence Sewing

Instructions on how to start the sewing process.

Tensions

To Regulate the Tensions

Detailed instructions on adjusting needle and bobbin thread tension.

To Regulate the Length of Stitch

How to adjust the stitch length for different fabric types or effects.

To Regulate the Pressure on the Material

Guide on adjusting presser foot pressure for various fabrics.

HINTS

Machine Working Heavily

To Avoid Breaking Needles

Breaking of Needle Thread

Breaking of Bobbin Thread

Skipping of Stitches

To Oil the Machine

Oiling Points

Identifies specific locations on the machine requiring lubrication.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENTS

FOOT HEMMER -- Hemming

ADJUSTABLE HEMMER -- Hemming

BINDER -- Binding

TUCKER

Ruffler

To Attach the Ruffler to the Machine

To Adjust the Ruffler for Gathering

Guide on adjusting the ruffler for creating gathers in fabric.

To Make a Ruffle and Sew it to a Garment in One Operation

To Adjust the Ruffler for Plaiting

Adjusting the ruffler for creating plaits instead of gathers.