Singer 1200-1 Electric Sewing Machine - Instructions for Using

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Instructions manual for the Singer electric sewing machine model 1200-1 (horizontal rotary hook, lockstitch, reversible feed), aimed at dressmakers and home industrial use. Covers lubrication and the importance of using Singer sewing machine oil and motor lubricant on the motor bearings, machine description and key components, knee lifter adjustments, electrical specifications, how to connect to power, operating steps, and electrical light bulb removal/replacement. Includes service guidance and cautions about authorized repairs and disconnecting power when finished.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages68

Reading Time2 h 51 min

AccessFree to download

Instructions for Using Singer Electric Sewing Machine

Description

Singer Service

The Knee Lifter

Electrical Information

Caution

Electric Light

To Remove and Replace the Bulb

To Operate the Machine

Fozm 19767Rev.(1154) # INSTRUCTIONSFOR USINGSINGER ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE(P.H.Built-on Motor)1200-1REVERSIBLE FEED LOCK STITCH,FOR DRESSMAKERSWHEN REOUIR1RG LooK FOR THENEEDLES.OH.REDsPARTS 0RTHERE AREREPAIRS PORSINGER SHOPSY ACHINE lt EVERY CITYTHE SINGER MANUFACTURING COMPANYPrinted in U.S. # THE IMPORTANCE OF USINGSINGER*LUBRICANTS FORYOUR ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE “The Best is the Cheapest” Use SINGER SEWING MACHINEOIL on Machine Knowing from many years'experiencethe great importance of using good oil,SINGER sells an extra quality sewingmachine oil,in cans,especially preparedfor sewing machines. # Use SINGER MoTOR LUBRICANTon Motor The SINGER MoTOR LUBRICANTis especially prepared for lubricatingthe bearings of the electric motor.This is a pure non-flowing compoundwhich retains its consistency andpossesses high lubricating qualities. # INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING SINGER*ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE (P.H.Built-on Motor) 1200-1 REVERSIBLE FEED # HORIZONTAL ROTARY HOOKFOR DRESSMAKERS TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: ) The improper placing or renewalof the Trade Mark“SINGER”or anyother of the Trade Marks of The SingerManufacturing Company (all of which areduly Registered Trade Marks)on anymachine that has been repaired,rebuilt,reconditioned,or altered in any waywhatsoever outside of a SINGER factory oran authorized SINGER agency is forbidden. SINCER Needles should be usedin SINGER Machines. These Needles and their Containersare marked with theCompany's Trade Mark“SIMANCO.*”1 Needles in Containers marked"FOR SINGER MACHINES"are NOT SINGER made Needles.2 CoPYRIGHT,U.S.A.,1931,1932,1933,1935,1936,1937,1938,1939,1947,1950,1951,1954 and 1955,BY THE SINGER MANUFACTURING CoMPANYALL RIGHTS RESERVED FOR ALL CoUNTRIES # DESCRIPTION Machine 1200-1 is especially suited for dressmakersand home industrial use.It has a horizontal rotarysewing hook on a vertical axis and makes the lockstitch. It has a reverse feeding mechanism by means ofwhich the machine stitches as readily in a reversedirection as it does in a forward direction. It is used on Set No.134 and Stand 46913,and isfitted with a knee lifter for raising and lowering thepresser foot. The machine is driven by an electric motor builton the back of its arm,and controlled by a treadle. The machine is also equipped with an electric light. Before starting to darn or embroider,make thesimple adjustment on the machine,as instructedon page 34. # SINGER*SERVICE Now that you have purchased your new SINGER,we do not want you to feel that your relations withus have come to an end.You are cordially invitedto visit your SINGER Shop atany time for assistancein your sewing problems.You will be most welcome. We hope,too,that you wil make the SINGERShop your headquarters for sewing supplies andservice.Only there or through authorized bondedSINGER representatives can you secure warrantedSINGER SEWING MACHINE OIL,SINGER MoTORLUBRICANT,needles,belts,parts,etc.,so importantin getting the best results from your machine.Andremember,only an authorized SINGER representa-tive should be allowed to touch your machine whenrepairs or adjustments are required. World-wide SINGER SERVICE has no equal.Use it. # THE KNEE LIFTER B C D E FrG.1.UNDERSIDE OF TABLE,SHOWINGDRIP PAN AND KNEE LIFTER The stop C,Fig.1 should be set so that the kneelifter cannot raise the presser bar any higher than itis raised by the hand lifter C,Fig.3,in order toprevent strain on the tension release mechanism.Therear stop F,Fig.1 should permit a little loosemotion of the knee lever after the presser foot hasbeen lowered to the throat plate. The knee plate D,Fig.1may be moved up ordown to suit the operator after loosening the setscrew E.It may be swung to the reght or left afterloosening the set screw in the hub B. 5 # ELECTRICAL INFORMATION Motor The SINGER electric motor,located at the backof the machine,is regularly furnished for operationon a direct current of 110-120 volts

FAQs

What type of feed and stitch mechanism does the Singer 1200-1 provide?

It uses a lockstitch mechanism with a horizontal rotary hook on a vertical axis, and it includes a reverse feeding mechanism for stitching in both forward and reversed directions.

Why is lubrication important, and what products should be used?

Proper lubrication is emphasized as essential for performance. The manual instructs using SINGER sewing machine oil and SINGER motor lubricant prepared for lubricating the motor bearings.

How do you connect the machine to the electric service line?

Check that the motor voltage and cycle range match the electric meter’s markings, then connect the electric cord terminal plug to the three-pin terminal block and attach the other end to the nearest outlet.

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