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Singer 306 User Manual

Singer 306
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Singer 306 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MaterialMetal
OperationManual
Needle PositionsLeft, center, right
Presser FeetZipper Foot
Included AccessoriesNeedles, bobbins, screwdriver
Buttonhole Styles1 (manual)

Summary

TIPS ON SETTING UP

Inspect for Damage

Initial checks for concealed damage upon receiving the machine.

NEEDLES AND THREADS

Needle Selection and Properties

Guidance on choosing the correct needle based on fabric type and work.

TENSION CONDITIONS

Straight Stitching Tension

Adjusting thread tension for optimal straight sewing performance.

Open Zigzag Stitching Tension

Adjusting thread tension for optimal zigzag stitching performance.

TO REGULATE THREAD TENSIONS

Needle Thread Tension Adjustment

Detailed steps for setting and adjusting needle thread tension.

TO REGULATE BOBBIN THREAD TENSION

Bobbin Thread Tension

Steps for adjusting bobbin thread tension for proper stitch formation.

HINTS FOR ADJUSTERS AND MECHANICS

Machine Binding Issues

Common causes and checks for when a sewing machine binds.

TO REMOVE ARM SHAFT CONNECTION BELT FROM WITHIN THE ARM

Arm Shaft Belt Removal

Step-by-step guide for removing the arm shaft connection belt.

TO SET THE FEED DOG AT THE CORRECT HEIGHT

Feed Dog Height Adjustment

Procedure for setting the correct height of the feed dog mechanism.

TO ADJUST THE STITCH REGULATOR

Stitch Regulator Troubleshooting

Key points to check when the stitch regulator sticks, creeps, or binds.

TO REMOVE HOOK DRIVING SHAFT

To Replace Hook Driving Shaft

Instructions for the removal and replacement of the hook driving shaft.

TO TIME THE ROTATING HOOK IN RELATION TO THE MOVEMENT OF THE NEEDLE

Hook Timing Verification

Sequence of checks to ensure the rotating hook is timed correctly.

TO REMOVE NEEDLE BAR HOLDER

Needle Bar Holder Removal Steps

Detailed instructions for removing the needle bar holder assembly.

TIMING PENDULUM MOVEMENT OF NEEDLE BAR WITHOUT GAUGE

Method 1: Manual Timing

Procedure for timing pendulum movement manually without a gauge.

BIGHT

Stitching Widths and Bight Control

Explanation of stitch widths and the function of the bight control.

VARIETIES OF STITCHING AND SUMMARY OF CONTROLS OBTAINABLE FROM BIGHT CONTROL MECHANISM

Straight Stitch Settings

Summary of settings for various straight stitches based on bight control.

Zigzag Stitch Settings

Summary of settings for various zigzag stitches based on bight control.

TO OIL THE MACHINE

Oiling Points and Procedure

Guide to lubricating the sewing machine at all necessary points.

TO SET PRESSER FOOT AT CORRECT HEIGHT

Presser Foot Height Adjustment

Adjusting the presser foot to the correct height for proper sewing.

TO SET FEED DOG AT CORRECT HEIGHT

Feed Dog Height Setting

Procedure for setting the correct height of the feed dog.

REMOVALS AND REPLACEMENTS UPRIGHT ARM SHAFT

The Motor

Steps for the removal and replacement of the motor unit.

REMOVALS AND REPLACEMENTS BOBBIN WINDER

Stitch Regulator Removal

Instructions for the removal of the stitch regulator.

DESCRIPTION

Machine 306W24 (Automatic) Features

Overview of specific features and capabilities of the 306W24 model.

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