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Singer 14T968 User Manual

Singer 14T968
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14T968DC
Instruction Book

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Singer 14T968 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Free ArmYes
Adjustable Stitch LengthYes
Adjustable Stitch WidthYes
Needle ThreaderYes
TypeOverlock Machine
Stitch TypesOverlock, Rolled Hem
Stitch Length1.0 mm to 4.0 mm
Differential FeedYes
Number of Needles2
Maximum Sewing Speed1300 stitches per minute
Maximum Stitch Width7.0 mm
BobbinN/A (Sergers use loopers instead of a bobbin)
Speed750 stitches per minute

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SELECTION OF STITCHES & AUTO TENSION

Double Chain Stitch

A 1-needle 2-thread straight stitch for construction or decorative stitching.

Three-thread Overlock

1-needle 3-thread stitch for overedging and seaming on common fabrics.

Three-thread Rolled Hem

1-needle 3-thread stitch for sewing narrow rolled hems.

PRINCIPAL PARTS

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSERT NEEDLES

THREADING THE MACHINE

Threading the Upper Looper (Green)

Detailed steps for threading the upper looper.

Threading the Lower Looper (Red)

Detailed steps for threading the lower looper.

DIFFERENTIAL FEED

SETTINGS AND SEWING

Cover Stitch Narrow (2.8mm)

Suggested tension settings for 2-thread cover stitch.

HOW TO SEW A COVER STITCH

HOW TO SEW A ROLLED HEM

STITCH VARIATIONS AND SEWING TECHNIQUES

MACHINE MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Machine

Instructions for cleaning lint from the looper and knife areas.

Oiling the Machine

Identifying and oiling critical lubrication points.

How to Replace the Moveable Upper Knife

Step-by-step guide for replacing a dull upper knife.

How to Exchange Light Bulb

Instructions for safely replacing the machine's light bulb.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

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