Singer Model 1116 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual

Introduzione

Congratulations on your new Singer sewing machine. You are about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity. From the moment you first use your machine, you will know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing machines ever made.

We recommend that, before you start to use your sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and the ease of operation by going through this instruction book, step by step, detailed for your machine.

Per assicurà chì vi sò sempre furnitu cù e più moderne capacità di cucitura, u fabricatore si riserva u dirittu di cambià l'aspettu, u disignu o l'accessori di sta macchina di cucitura quandu hè cunsideratu necessariu.

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Image: Page from the Singer Model 1116 Instruction Manual displaying the 'Congratulations' message and copyright details.

Importanti Istruzzioni di Sicurezza

Quandu s'utilice un apparecchiu elettricu, i precauzioni basi di sicurezza sò sempre seguite, cumprese i seguenti:

1. Leghjite tutte l'istruzzioni prima di aduprà sta macchina da cucire.
2. PERICULU – Per riduce u risicu di scossa elettrica:
   • Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
   • Always unplug before changing the light bulb. (Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts).
3. ATTENZIONE – Per riduce u risicu di ustioni, incendi, scossa elettrica, o ferite à e persone:
   • Ùn lasciate micca esse adupratu cum'è ghjocu. Una grande attenzione hè necessaria quandu sta macchina da cusgisce hè aduprata da o vicinu à i zitelli.
   • Aduprà sta macchina da cusgisce solu per u so usu previstu cumu discrittu in stu manuale. Aduprate solu annessi raccomandati da u fabbricante cume cuntenuti in stu manuale.
   • Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
   • Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
   • Mantene e dite luntanu da tutte e parti in muvimentu. Una cura particulare hè necessaria intornu à l'agulla di a macchina da cusgisce.
   • Aduprate sempre a piastra d'agulla adatta. U piattu sbagliatu pò causà l'agulla per rompe.
   • Ùn aduprate micca agulla curva.
   • Ùn tirate o spinghje u tissu mentre cucite. Puderà svià l'agulla chì si rompe.
   • Switch the sewing machine off ("0") when making any adjustments in the needle area such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, or changing the presser foot.
   • Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
   • Ùn lasciate mai o inserisci un ughjettu in ogni apertura.
   • Ùn aduprate micca fora.
   • Ùn operate micca induve i prudutti d'aerosol (spray) sò usati o induve l'ossigenu hè amministratu.
   • To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove plug from outlet.
   • Ùn scollegate micca tirà u cordone. Per disinserisce, pigliate u plug, micca u cordone.

SAVE STE ISTRUZIONI

Sta macchina da cusgisce hè pensata solu per l'usu casanu.

Image: Page from the Singer Model 1116 Instruction Manual detailing important safety guidelines.

Understanding Your Sewing Machine: Principal Parts

Familiarize yourself with the main components of your Singer Model 1116 sewing machine. Refer to the diagrams below for identification.

Image: Diagrams illustrating the principal parts of the Singer Model 1116 sewing machine, with corresponding numbers for identification.

Setup: Threading and Tension

Infilarà u Filu Superiore

This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly to avoid needle problems. If you have difficulty, start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also the take-up lever (2) to release the tension discs. To hold the safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the main project to confirm machine setting.

1. Lift up spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the holder and push the spool pin off the spool as shown. (3)
2. Lead thread spool, place the thread under the thread guide to the left of the upper spool holder.
3. Guide thread through the upper thread guide. (4)
4. Guide thread around thread guide (5) pulling thread through pre-tension spring (6) as shown.
5. Guide thread through the thread guide down, right, thread and up left channel (8). Bring the thread into the hook of the thread take-up lever (9) down and thread through (10) and gently pull up on the thread.
6. At the top of the needle, guide the thread from right to left into the eye of the take-up lever and then downwards again. (7)
7. Guide thread behind the thin wire needle clamp guide (11) and then down to the needle which should be threaded from front to back. Pull about 6-8 inches of thread to the back of the needle eye. Trim thread to length with built-in thread cutter.

Tensione di Filu

Proper thread tension is crucial for balanced stitches.

Tensione di u filu superiore

Basic thread tension setting: 4.

• Per aumentà a tensione, gira u dial à u prossimu numeru.
• Per riduce a tensione, girate u dial à u prossimu numeru.
• Correct thread tension for straight stitching (A): Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. Turn dial to a higher number (B).
• Correct thread tension for straight stitch sewing: Turn dial to lower number (C).
• Correct thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing (D): Correct thread tension is where a small amount of the upper thread appears in the bottom side of fabric.

Lower Thread Tension

To test bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and hold it by suspending it by the thread. Jerk it once or twice. If the tension is correct, the thread will unwind by about an inch or two. If the tension is too tight, it will not unwind at all. If the tension is too loose, it will drop too much. To adjust, gently turn the small screw on the side of the bobbin case. This should only be needed for specialty threads.

Image: Diagrams illustrating the step-by-step process for threading the upper thread and guidelines for adjusting both upper and lower thread tension on the Singer Model 1116.

Istruzzioni di funziunamentu

Function of Stitch Length Dial: Straight, Fine, Triple Straight Stitch

The stitch length dial selects the length of your stitches. For most stitches, this dial will be set between 1 and 4. The settings in this manual are suggestions. It is best for you to practice on a scrap piece of fabric and thread you intend to use for your project to confirm machine settings.

• Pede per tutti i scopi
• Puntu drittu: General construction, topstitching
  • Stitch length: 2 - 4, dependent on thickness of fabric and thread
  • Select stitch: A
• Puntu drittu triplu: Quilting, topstitching
  • Stitch length: 2 - 4, dependent on thickness of fabric and thread
  • Select stitch: A
• Fine Stitch: High stress angles and curves, reinforcement
  • Lunghezza di punta: 1
  • Select stitch: A
• Triple Straight (stretch) Stitch: Reinforcement of high stress
  • Lunghezza di punta: 1
  • Select stitch: A

Note: Only change the stitch selection or needle position when the needle is in the highest position.

Zig Zag and the Function of the Stitch Length Dial

The density of zig zag stitches increases as the setting of the stitch length dial approaches "0". Next zig zag stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below. Different widths can be set up in the stitch window. Each dial is a different width of zig zag within the C stitch.

• Pede per tutti i scopi
• Zig Zag: General construction, overedge and reinforcement, insertion of elastic or ribbon
  • Select stitch: C
  • Stitch length: 1 - 4
• Rib Rac: General construction on knit fabric, decorative, high stress area, heavy fabric
  • Select stitch: C
  • Stitch length: 1 - 3

Image: Pages from the Singer Model 1116 Instruction Manual detailing the function of the stitch length dial for various straight and zig-zag stitches, with illustrative diagrams.

Overedge, Slant Overedge Stitches

• Pede per tutti i scopi
• Overedge stitch: For finished seams on woven or knit fabric
  • Select stitch: F
  • Stitch length: 1 - 4
• Slant overedge stitch (same as above)
  • Select stitch: G
  • Stitch length: 1 - 4
• Slant stretch overedge stitch (same as above)
  • Select stitch: H
  • Stitch length: 1 - 4

Note: An overcasting foot is an optional accessory not supplied with this machine.

Cucitu nantu à i Buttoni

To sew on buttons, follow these steps:

1. Install the darning plate (1). Place the button on the fabric under the presser foot. Turn the handwheel to check that the needle goes cleanly into the left and right holes of the button (adjust the needle position according to the button by turning the stitch selector dial to the appropriate stitch width), and slowly sew on the button with about 6-8 stitches (2).
2. It is recommended to take a few locking stitches at the beginning and end of sewing. To do this – set the select needle position to a few stationary stitches on one side of the button. Sew on the button as described and repeat the locking stitch on the other side of the button.
3. If a shank is required, place a darning needle on top of the button and sew. For buttons with 4 holes, sew through the front two holes first (2), push work forward and then sew through the back two holes as described (3).

Image: Pages from the Singer Model 1116 Instruction Manual detailing how to perform overedge stitches and the procedure for sewing buttons, with accompanying diagrams.

Mantenimentu

Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your Singer Model 1116 sewing machine. Always unplug the machine before performing any maintenance.

• Pulizia: Regularly clean lint and dust from the bobbin area, feed dogs, and tension discs using a small brush or lint remover.
• Oliatura: Refer to your original machine's service manual for specific oiling points and frequency. Use only high-quality sewing machine oil.
• Sostituzione di l'agulla: Change needles frequently, especially when starting a new project or if the needle shows signs of dullness or bending. Use the correct needle type and size for your fabric and thread.
• Conservazione: When not in use, cover your sewing machine to protect it from dust and store it in a dry, stable environment.

Risoluzione di prublemi cumuni

This section addresses common problems you might encounter during operation. For more detailed troubleshooting, consult a qualified service technician.

Manual Specifications (Reproduction)

This section details the physical specifications of this reproduction instruction manual for the Singer Model 1116 sewing machine.

• Dimensioni di u pruduttu: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.1 inch
• Pesu di l'articulu: 3 once
• Pagine: 40 pagine
• Lingua: Inglese
• Reproduction Manufacturer: TabSynth Design
• Date First Available (Reproduction): 1 nuvembre 2025

Garanzia è informazioni di supportu

This document is a reproduction of the original Singer Model 1116 sewing machine instruction manual. As such, it does not include any warranty information for the sewing machine itself. Any warranty or support for the sewing machine would have been provided with the original purchase of the machine.

For support regarding the operation of your Singer Model 1116, please refer to the instructions provided within this manual. For service or parts related to the sewing machine, please contact a certified Singer service center or a reputable sewing machine repair specialist.

For inquiries regarding this specific manual reproduction, please contact TabSynth Design Works LLC.