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Singer 145W204 User Manual

Singer 145W204
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Singer 145W204 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSinger
Model145W204
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Singer Sewing Machine Lubrication

Recommended Oils for This Machine

Details Type B and Type D oils for manufacturing machines, highlighting benefits like stain prevention.

Other Singer Lubricants

Lists Type E thread lubricant, Type F motor oil, gear lubricant, and ball bearing lubricant for various applications.

Instructions for Using and Adjusting Singer Sewing Machines

Machine 145w204 and 145w304

Identifies the specific Singer sewing machine models covered by these instructions.

Machine Description

Singer 145w204 Specifications

Details the specifications of the 145w204, a two-needle lock stitch machine for heavy-duty work.

Singer 145w304 Specifications

Details the specifications of the 145w304, a long-arm variant used for large work like door panels.

Operating Speed Guidance

Needle Selection and Ordering

Machine Oiling Procedures

Key Oiling Points

Illustrates specific points on the machine where oil should be applied for effective lubrication.

Bobbin Case Lubrication

Details the daily oiling requirement for the felt pad in the bobbin case for smooth operation.

Thread Selection and Identification

Determining Thread Twist

Explains a method to identify the twist direction (left or right) of a thread using a simple test.

Setting the Needles

Bobbin Removal Process

Bobbin Winding Procedures

Winding Bobbins on 145w204

Instructions on setting up and operating the bobbin winder for the 145w204 model.

Adjusting Bobbin Winding Tension

Details how to adjust the bobbin tension screw and bracket for even thread winding.

Winding Bobbins on 145w304

Instructions on setting up and operating the bobbin winder for the 145w304 model.

Bobbin Case Management

Replacing and Threading Bobbins

Step-by-step guide on inserting bobbins into the bobbin case and threading them correctly.

Correct Bobbin Thread Direction

Illustrates the correct way to thread the bobbin for proper tension and sewing.

Threaded Bobbin Case Diagram

Shows a diagram of how the bobbin case should be threaded with the thread passing through slots.

Needle Threading Instructions

Left-Hand Needle Threading

Guides the user through the specific path for threading the left-hand needle, including oiler and guides.

Right-Hand Needle Threading

Details the thread path for the right-hand needle, covering oiler, guides, and tension discs.

Presser Foot Operation

Preparing for Sewing

Pulling Up Bobbin Threads

Describes the method of bringing bobbin threads up to the needle threads for sewing.

Commencing Sewing Operation

Work Removal Procedure

Stitch Length Adjustment

Controls for Stitch Length

Identifies the controls (plunger J, button K) used for regulating stitch length for forward/backward needle and feed dog movement.

Caution: Maintaining Stitch Timing

Warns against changing needle movement without also changing feed dog travel to maintain timing.

Thread Tensions

Tension Indicators

Illustrates visual cues for perfect, tight needle, and loose needle thread tensions.

Regulating Tensions

Provides instructions on adjusting needle and bobbin thread tensions using specific nuts and screws.

Regulating Material Pressure

Thread Controller Adjustment

Needle Bar Setting

Setting Needle Bar Without Marks

Presser Bar Relative Positions

Adjusting Presser Bar Alignment

Details how to adjust the needle bar rock frame and shaft to achieve the correct presser bar distance.

Adjusting Alternating Presser Lift

Adjusting Relative Presser Lift Height

Sewing Hook Timing

Hook Timing Adjustment Procedure

Describes loosening gears and tapping them to align hook points with needle eyes for correct timing.

Sewing Hook Alignment with Needles

Hook Saddle Adjustment

Explains how to adjust hook saddles to ensure hooks run close to needles without striking.

Needle Guard Purpose

Describes the purpose of the needle guard in preventing needle strikes on the hook.

Removing Bobbin Cases

Removing Sewing Hooks

Feed Dog Height Adjustment

Adjusting Feed Dog Position

Explains how to adjust the feed dog’s position by loosening a screw on the feed lifting cam fork.

Removing Needle Bar Rock Shaft

Feed Eccentric Adjustment

Adjusting Feed Eccentric Gib

Explains loosening screws and turning adjusting screws to take up play in the feed eccentric.

Arm Shaft Connection Belt

Removing Connection Belt

Instructions for removing the arm shaft connection belt, with a caution about pinching.

Timing Plate and Collar Alignment

Details aligning the timing plate and collar arrows to ensure correct feed timing after belt replacement.

Safety Clutch Re-engagement

Re-engaging the Safety Clutch

Guides on drawing back slides, pressing lock stud, and turning pulley to re-engage the clutch.

Hand-Wheel Shaft Adjustment

Adjusting Hand-Wheel Shaft Bushing

Explains loosening the bushing screw and tapping the bushing to set backlash between gears.

Changing Machine Gauge Parts

Hook Saddle Bearings by Gauge

Provides a table of hook saddle bearing part numbers for different gauge ranges.

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