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Singer 3314 User Manual

Singer 3314
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Singer 3314 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMechanical
Number of Stitches14
Stitch Length4 mm
Stitch Width5 mm
Free ArmYes
Needle ThreadingManual
Buttonhole Type4-Step
Weight12 lbs
Stitch Count14
Buttonhole Styles1
Presser Feet4
Maximum Stitch Length4 mm
Maximum Stitch Width5 mm
Built-in Needle ThreaderNo
BobbinDrop-in

Summary

Accessories Included

General Purpose Needle Plate and Presser Foot

Includes standard needle plate and presser foot for straight and zig-zag stitching.

Feed Cover

Prevents fabric movement during darning or free-motion embroidery.

Needlepack

Assortment of needles for various fabric types.

Button Sewing Foot

Secures buttons for stitching.

Transparent Bobbins

Allows easy viewing of thread supply.

Twin-Needle and Spool Pin

For stitching two parallel decorative rows.

Straight Stitch Presser Foot and Needle Plate

For precise straight stitching on lightweight fabrics.

Special Purpose Presser Foot

For decorative and zig-zag sewing.

Zipper Foot

For inserting zippers and corded seams.

Lint Brush

For cleaning hard-to-reach areas.

Buttonhole Presser Foot

Used with general needle plate for four-step buttonholes.

Blindstitch Hem Presser Foot

Positions fabric for blindstitch hemming.

Oil Container

For machine lubrication.

Stitch Functions and Patterns

17 Stitch Functions Overview

Details the 17 available stitch types.

Included Pattern Discs

Lists pattern discs that come with the machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER and WARNING Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operation and maintenance.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Principal Parts Identification

Identifies and names the main components of the sewing machine.

ACCESSORIES

Detailed Accessory Descriptions

Explains the function and use of each included accessory.

DISCS (STITCH PATTERNS)

Common Stitch Pattern Visuals

Visual examples of various stitch patterns.

GETTING READY TO SEW

Machine Operation and Setup

Connecting, running, and changing needles.

FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE TABLE

Material Selection Guide

Recommends needle and thread for different fabrics.

EXTENSION TABLE AND FEED COVER

Removing Extension Table

How to detach the extension table for free-arm sewing.

Attaching Feed Cover

How to install the feed cover.

CHANGING THE NEEDLE PLATE

Replacing Needle Plates

Instructions for swapping needle plates.

CHANGING PRESSER FEET

Snap-On Presser Feet Replacement

How to change snap-on presser feet.

SCREW-ON PRESSER FEET

Changing Screw-On Presser Feet

How to replace presser feet requiring a screw.

WINDING A BOBBIN

Bobbin Winding Procedure

Step-by-step guide to winding the bobbin.

INSERTING A BOBBIN

Placing Bobbin and Threading

How to insert the bobbin and guide the thread.

RAISING THE BOBBIN THREAD

Bringing Bobbin Thread Up

Process to bring the bobbin thread to the needle plate.

THREADING THE MACHINE

Upper Threading Guide

Step-by-step instructions for threading the upper thread.

STRAIGHT STITCHING

Stitch Selectors and Controls

Explanation of stitch width, needle position, length, and reverse buttons.

SEWING A SEAM

Seam Sewing Techniques

Fabric placement, basting, and keeping seams straight.

SEWING IN REVERSE

Backstitching for Seam Reinforcement

How to use the reverse stitch for securing seams.

STARTING AND GUIDING FABRIC

Starting a Seam

Initial steps for beginning a seam.

Fabric Handling Guidance

Tips for guiding different fabric types.

ADJUSTING THREAD TENSION

Straight Stitch Tension Adjustment

How to adjust upper thread tension for straight stitches.

ZIG-ZAG STITCHING

Zig-Zag Tension and Width Adjustment

Adjusting tension and width for zig-zag stitches.

DARNING

Darning Settings and Technique

Recommended settings and method for darning.

INSERTING A ZIPPER

Zipper Insertion Settings and Method

Using the zipper foot for neat zipper insertion.

ZIG-ZAG STITCH VARIATIONS

Needle Position for Zig-Zag

Selecting needle position for zig-zag stitches.

STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

Stitch Width Selector Use

Adjusting stitch width for zig-zag patterns.

Stitch Length Adjustment for Zig-Zag

Adjusting stitch length for zig-zag patterns.

ZIG-ZAG STITCH APPLICATIONS

Seam Finishing with Zig-Zag

Using zig-zag for neat seam edges.

SATIN STITCHING AND MONOGRAMMING

Satin Stitch Settings

Settings for smooth satin finish stitches.

Block Monogramming Technique

Method for creating block monograms.

BLINDSTITCH

Blindstitch Settings and Hemming

Settings and method for blindstitch hemming.

INVISIBLE STITCH

Invisible Stitch Hem Preparation

Preparing fabric for invisible stitch hemming.

ATTACHING A BUTTON

Button Sewing Method

Using zig-zag stitch and button foot.

PATTERN STITCHING

Selecting a Stitch Pattern

How to choose and use pattern discs.

CHANGING PATTERN DISCS

Disc Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step guide for changing pattern discs.

FOUR-STEP BUTTONHOLE

Buttonhole Settings and Steps

Settings and procedure for four-step buttonholes.

BALANCING THE BUTTONHOLE

Adjusting Buttonhole Stitch Density

Correcting stitch density for balanced buttonholes.

FREE-ARM SEWING

Sewing Tubular Items

Using free-arm for sleeves, cuffs, etc.

BUTTONS AND BAR TACKS

Sewing Buttons with Free-Arm

Easy button sewing using the free-arm.

Applying Bar Tacks with Free-Arm

Reinforcing areas using free-arm for bar tacks.

TWIN NEEDLE SEWING

Twin Needle Setup and Settings

Instructions for twin needle setup and stitch selection.

CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE

Bobbin Case Removal and Replacement

Procedures for removing and reinstalling the bobbin case.

BOBBIN CASE REPLACEMENT

Securing the Bobbin Case Correctly

Ensuring the bobbin case is properly seated and locked.

CLEANING THE MACHINE

Cleaning Machine Surfaces and Parts

How to clean the machine's exterior and internal components.

LUBRICATING THE MACHINE

Lubrication Guide and Intervals

Recommended lubrication points and frequency.

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB

Light Bulb Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step guide to changing the machine's light bulb.

PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST

Troubleshooting Sewing Issues

Guide to identifying and resolving common sewing problems.

MANUAL BUTTONHOLES

Manual Buttonhole Procedure

Step-by-step guide for creating manual buttonholes.

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