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Singer 3270 User Manual

Singer 3270
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Singer 3270 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMechanical
Maximum Stitch Width5 mm
Maximum Stitch Length4 mm
Needle ThreadingManual
Free ArmYes
Power SourceElectric
Weight6.4 kg
Presser Feet4
Dimensions38.1 x 17.8 x 30.5 cm

Summary

1. Getting to know your machine

Principal parts

Lists and identifies the main components of the sewing machine.

Accessories

2. Getting ready to sew

Operating the machine

Instructions for connecting the machine, powering it on/off, and controlling speed.

Fabric, thread and needle table

Removing the extension table

Attaching the feed cover (F)

Changing the needle plate (A), (C)

Changing snap-on presser feet (B), (D), (J), (L)

Choosing and changing needles

Changing screw-on presser feet (H)

Winding the bobbin

Inserting a bobbin

Raising the bobbin thread

Threading the machine

3. Straight stitching

Stitch width selector

Adjusts the width of the straight stitch pattern.

Needle position selector

Selects the needle's position (left, center, or right).

Stitch length selector

Controls the length of the stitches, from 0 to 5.

Reverse stitch button

Engages the machine to stitch in reverse when pressed.

Sewing a seam

Placing fabric under foot

How to position fabric under the presser foot for sewing.

Basting

Guidance on pin basting and hand basting for temporary seams.

Keeping seams straight

Tips on using needle plate guides to sew straight seams.

Sewing in reverse

Starting a seam

Placing fabric under the presser foot

How to position fabric under the presser foot for sewing.

Guiding and supporting fabric

Techniques for guiding and supporting different types of fabrics while sewing.

Adjusting thread tension

For zig-zag stitching

Darning

Inserting a zipper

4. Zig-zag stitching

Needle position selector

Adjusts the needle position for zig-zag and special stitches.

Stitch width selector

Adjusting stitch length

Zig-zag stitch

Seam finishing

How to use zig-zag stitch to finish fabric edges and prevent fraying.

Satin stitching

Block monogramming

Instructions for tracing and stitching monograms using satin stitch.

Blindstitch

Attaching a button

5. Pattern stitching

Selecting a stitch

How to choose and use different stitch patterns from pattern discs.

Examples of stitch patterns

6. Four-step buttonhole

Balancing the buttonhole

7. Free-arm sewing

Sleeves

How free-arm sewing simplifies sewing tubular areas like sleeves.

Buttons

Using the free-arm for easier sewing of buttons on cuffs or neckbands.

Bar tacks

Reinforcing strain areas on garments using the free-arm sewing feature.

8. Twin needle sewing

9. Caring for your machine

Removing and replacing bobbin case

Instructions for safely removing and reinstalling the bobbin case.

Cleaning the machine

How to clean the machine surfaces, covers, and accessible parts.

Lubricating the machine

Changing the light bulb

Performance checklist

Needle Does Not Move

Troubleshoot when the sewing machine needle fails to move.

Needle Moves But Stitch Is Not Formed

Resolve issues where the needle moves but no stitches are created.

Needle Breaks

Address common causes and solutions for needle breakage.

Manual buttonholes

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