Singer Samba 7 User Guide

When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot
can be raised for easy positioning of the
work. (A)to a high rise position
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set
and requires no particular readjustment according to the type
of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).
However, if you need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn
the presser adjusting screw with a coin.
For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the
screw counter , and for heavy fabric, tighten
by...

b a
Raise the presser bar (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as
illustrated. (1)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly
above the pin (d). (2)
Raise the lever (e).
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will
engage automatically.
Raise the presser foot. (3)
Raise the lever (e) and the foot disengages.
Attach the seam guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust
according to need for hems, pleats, etc. (4)
Turn power switch to off (O) when carrying out...

- Place thread and spool holder onto spool pin (1). For
smaller spools of thread place spool holder with small
side next to spool (2).
- Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension
discs (3).
- Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (4).
- Push bobbin to right (5).
- Hold thread end (6).
- Step on foot control pedal (7).
- Cut thread (8).
- Press bobbin to left (9) and remove.
Please Note:
When the bobbin winder spindle is in bobbin winding
position, the machine will not sew and the...

When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle
must be fully raised.
Attention:
Turn power switch to off (O) before inserting or
removing the bobbin. - Open the hinged cover (1).
- Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin
so that the thread runs in a clockwise direction (arrow)
(2).
- Pull the thread through the slit and under the finger (3).
- Hold the bobbin case by the hinged latch (4).
- Insert it into the shuttle (5).
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Inserting the bobbin
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Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of
wear and causing problems. For best sewing results always
use SINGER Brand Needles.
Insert the needle
A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after
inserting the new needle. (1)
B. The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back.
C/D. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.
Turn power switch to off (O) before inserting or removing
the needle.
Needles must be in perfect condition. (2)
Problems can occur with:
A. Bent...

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This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out
correctly as by not doing so
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- Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also
raise the presser foot to release the tension discs. (2)
For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the
power before threading.
- Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the holder
with the thread coming off the spool as shown. For small
thread spools, place small side of spool holder next to spool.
(3)
- Draw thread from spool...

* The automatic needle threader is a factory installed option. If
your machine has this option use the following instructions:
- Raise the needle to its highest position.
- Press lever (A) down as far as it will go.
- The threader automatically swings to the threading position
(B).
- Pass thread around thread guide (C).
- Pass the thread in front of the needle around the hook (D)
from bottom to top.
- Release lever (A).
- Pull the thread through the needle eye.
Attention:
Turn power switch to off (O)!...

Upper thread tension
Please note: Basic thread tension setting: 4
To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. To
reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down.
A. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing.
B. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial
to higher number.
C. Thread tension too tight for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial
to lower number.
D. Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing.
- Proper setting of tension is...

Hold the upper thread with the left hand. Turn the handwheel
(1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising
needle.
Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up
through the needle plate hole (2). Lay both threads to the back
under the presser foot. (3)
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Raising the bobbin thread 

B
To secure the beginning and the end of seam, press down the
reverse sewing lever (A). Sew a few reverse stitches. Release
the lever and the machine will sew forwards again. (1)
Turn the handwheel counterclockwise to bring the thread take
up lever to its highest position, raise the presser foot and
remove work behind (2)the needle and presser foot.
Pull the threads behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to
the side of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). Pull
threads down to cut. (3)
Removing...