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Singer 2405 User Manual

Singer 2405
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Singer 2405 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMechanical
Needle PositionsVariable
Built-in Needle ThreaderYes
Free ArmYes
BobbinDrop-in

Summary

Getting to Know Your Machine

Principal Parts

Identifies key components of the sewing machine.

Accessories

Singer Needles

Various needle styles for different sewing applications.

Button Foot

Foot for securely fastening flat buttons.

Zipper Foot

Foot for inserting zippers and corded seams.

Blindstitch Hem Guide

Guide for positioning and creating blindstitch hems.

Buttonhole Foot

Foot for creating four-step buttonholes.

Straight Stitch Foot and Needle Plate

Accessories for precise straight stitch sewing.

Special Purpose Foot

Foot for decorative stitching applications.

Snap-in Feed Cover

Cover for button sewing and free-motion work.

Getting Ready to Sew

Choosing and Changing Accessories

Guidance on selecting and attaching sewing machine accessories.

Changing Presser Feet

Step-by-step instructions for replacing presser feet.

Fabric, Thread and Needle Table

Operating Machine

Connecting Machine

Instructions for connecting the sewing machine to power.

With Foot Treadle

The Bobbin Thread

Winding the Bobbin

Steps for winding thread onto the bobbin.

Threading the Bobbin Case

Threading the Machine

Raising the Bobbin Thread

Straight Stitching

Stitch Width Selector

Adjusting the stitch width for straight stitching.

Needle Position Selector

Selecting the needle position for stitching.

Stitch Length Selector

Adjusting the stitch length for various fabrics.

Adjusting Tension and Pressure

Regulating Needle-Thread Tension

How to adjust needle thread tension for optimal stitching.

Regulating Presser Foot Pressure

How to adjust presser foot pressure for fabric feeding.

Sewing a seam

Applications

Darning with an Embroidery Hoop

Instructions for darning using an embroidery hoop.

Quilting

Information on quilting techniques.

Zipper Insertion

Adjusting the Zipper Foot

How to adjust the zipper foot for sewing.

Basic Zig-Zag Stitching

Setting Selectors

Guide to setting selectors for zig-zag stitching.

Needle Position Selector

Selecting needle position for zig-zag stitches.

Stitch Width Selector

Adjusting stitch width for zig-zag patterns.

Adjusting Stitch Length

Setting stitch length for zig-zag and satin stitches.

Satin Stitching

Adjusting Stitche Length

Adjusting the stitch length for satin stitching.

Adjusting Thread Tension

Adjusting thread tension for satin stitching.

Zig-Zag Seam Finishes

Method 1 - Trimmed Seam Finish

Finishing seams by trimming the edge after stitching.

Method 2 - Overedge Seam Finish

Finishing seams by overedging the seam allowance.

Lingerie Seams

Creating durable and flexible seams for lingerie.

Stitch Pattern Chart

Adjusting Stitches for Stretch Fabrics

Guiding and Supporting Fabric

Techniques for guiding and supporting stretch fabrics during sewing.

Blindstitch Hems

Blindstitch Hem Guide

Instructions for using the blindstitch hem guide.

Ladder Seam

Construction Stitches

Multi-Stich Zig-Zag

Information on the versatile multi-stitch zig-zag.

MENDING A TEAR

How to mend tears using multi-stitch zig-zag.

Finishes for hems and facings

Using zig-zag for hems and facings on knit fabrics.

Patchwork Quilting

PROCEDURE

Steps for creating patchwork quilts.

Decorative Stitching

Border Designs

Creating decorative borders using various stitches.

Monograms

FINDING BEGINNING OF PAT TEM UNIT

Locating the start of a decorative stitch pattern unit.

Buttonholes and Buttons

Garment Preparation

Preparing the garment for buttonhole creation.

Buttonhole position

Guidelines for accurately positioning buttonholes.

Buttonhole Length

Four-Step Buttonholing

Preparation

Steps to prepare the garment and machine for buttonholing.

Step 1:Side Stitching

First step in the four-step buttonholing process.

Step 2:Bar Tack

Second step for creating bar tacks in buttonholes.

Step 3:Side Stitching

Third step in the four-step buttonholing process.

Step 4:Bar Tack

Final step for creating bar tacks in buttonholes.

Adjusting Forward-Reverse Stitch Balance

Buttons

Caring for Your Machine

Cleaning the Machine

Instructions for cleaning the sewing machine.

Top and Bottom Covers

How to clean and oil the machine's covers.

Face Plate Area

Bobbin and Feed Areas

Cleaning and oiling the bobbin and feed mechanisms.

Exterior Areas

Cleaning the exterior surfaces of the machine.

Removing and Replacing Bobbin Case

Adjusting Bobbin Winder

Adjusting Motor Belt Tension

How to adjust the tension of the motor belt.

Changing the Light Bulb

Replacing the Slide Plate

Instructions for replacing the slide plate.

Twin-Needle Stitching

SETTING FOR CAT 2028 TWIN NEEDLE

Settings for using CAT 2028 twin needle.

SETTING FOR CAT 2025 TWIN NEEDLE

Settings for using CAT 2025 twin needle.

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