Singer Samba 7 User Guide

Straight stretch stitch
Ric Rac stitch Set the stitch pattern dial to  .
Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing
seams.
Set the stitch pattern dial to  . Turn the stitch length dial to S1.
The machine sews two stitches forwards and one stitch
backwards.
Turn the stitch length dial to S1.
Adjust the stitch width dial to between 3 and 5.
Ric Rac Stitch is suitable for firm fabrics like denim,
corduroy, poplin, duck, etc.
All purpose foot
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Straight stretch stitch and Ric Rac stitch...

Seams, hems, T-shirts, underwear, etc.
Set stitch pattern selector on  .
This stitch can be used for all types of jersey and woven
fabrics.
When using honeycomb stitch pattern for hemming sew at 1cm
(1/4) from the fabric edge and trim the surplus fabric.
All purpose foot
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Honeycomb stitch (for models A, B & C)
Stitch width dial
()models A & BStitch length dial
(models A, B & C)
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S2 

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* The cording foot is an optional accessory not supplied with
your machine.
Decorative effects, cushions, tablecloths, etc.
Set stitch pattern selector on  .
In addition to zig zag, various other stitches are suitable for
sewing on cord, e.g. blindhem, multi-stitch zig zag,
Insert the cord between the spring covering the cord groove
and the foot (1). The cord should run in the groove. One, two
or three cords can be sewn on. The stitch width is adjusted
according to the number of...

* The darning foot is an optional accessory not included with
your machine.
Set the pattern selector dial to   or  .(1)
Remove the presser foot clamp (3).
Attach the darning foot to the presser foot holder. The lever (A)
should be behind the needle clamp screw (B). Press the
darning foot on firmly from behind with your index finger and
tighten the screw (C) (4).
First sew around the edge of the hole (to secure the threads)
(5). First row: Always work from left to right. Turn work by 1/4
and oversew.
A...

Set the machine as illustrated.
(a)
For decorative edges.
Suitable for edges on sheer, fine and stretch fabrics. The larger
stitch should go just over the edge of the fabric to create the
shell effect.
(b) (for modelsB&C)
(c) Shell stitch Turn the switch width dial and stitch length dial to the same
colour code and adjust to suit the fabric.
For seams, place mats, tablecloths.
Decorative joining seam for a fagotted effect.
Gathering with cord or shirring with elastic.
This stitch can be used for firm,...

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Attention:
Disconnect the machine from the electricity supply by
removing the plug from the mains socket. When cleaning the
machine, it must always be disconnected from the electricity
supply.
Turn the handwheel until the needle is fully raised. Open the
hinged front cover and unscrew the needle plate screws with
the screw drived (1).
Use the brush supplied to clean the whole area (2).
Remove the bobbin case. Snap the two hook retaining arms (3)
outwards. Remove the hook race cover (4) and the...

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Problem Cause Correction
Upper thread breaks
Lower thread breaks
Skipped stitches
Needle breaks
Loose stitches
Seams gather or pucker
Uneven stitches, uneven
feed
The machine is noisy
The machine jams1.The machine is not threaded correctly
2.The thread tension is too tight
3.The thread is too thick for the needle
4.The needle is not inserted correctly
5.The thread is wound around the spool holder pin
6.The needle is damaged
1.The bobbin case is not inserted correctly
2.The...

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