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Posted on Jun 23, 2011

When i thread the sewing machine and sew, the stitches do not stay

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you need to change the needle, if it is a little broken at the head, it's not grabbing the underthread.

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I need a manual for a dial and sew 750 sewing machine

Unfortunately, I couldn't find a specific manual for the Dial and Sew 750 sewing machine. However, I can give you some general instructions on how to use a sewing machine that may help you get started:
  1. Threading the machine: Follow the threading guide and thread the machine correctly. Make sure that the presser foot is raised when threading the machine so that the thread can be properly tensioned.
  2. Winding the bobbin: Place the thread spool on the spool pin and wind the thread onto the bobbin by following the instructions in your manual. Make sure to cut the thread once it's wound.
  3. Installing the bobbin: Open the bobbin case and place the bobbin inside it, making sure the thread is coming off the bobbin in the correct direction. Then, pull the thread through the slit in the bobbin case and hold onto it.
  4. Adjusting the stitch length and width: Depending on the fabric you're working with, you may need to adjust the stitch length and width. The stitch length controls how far apart each stitch is, while the stitch width controls the width of the stitch. The controls for adjusting these settings will be on your machine, typically on the front or side of the machine.
  5. Sewing a straight stitch: Practice sewing a straight stitch by lining up the fabric with the edge of the presser foot and slowly pressing the foot pedal. Keep your hands on the fabric, guiding it through the machine. Be sure to sew at a consistent speed to maintain even stitches.
  6. Using additional stitches: Many machines have a variety of stitches you can choose from. Consult your manual to learn how to select different stitches and adjust the length and width settings.
  7. Finishing your sewing: Once you've finished sewing, cut the threads and remove the fabric from the machine. You may also need to clean the machine and oil it, depending on the manufacturer's recommendations.
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How do you adjust the bobbin

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Set the tension on the sewing machine for the weight of the material you want to sew. The tension setting shows in the stitch on the material. Use the chart on the machine that matches types of stitches with suggested material tensions. An example of this is, the stitch to sew jean material is different than the stitch to sew silk.

Take the bobbin and wind the thread around it. Make sure the bobbin is empty and don't fill it too full of thread. A bobbin filled too full won't stay tightly spun.

Thread the string evenly on the bobbin. Move the thread back and forth evenly and in layers that are level. Many Singer sewing machines have a bobbin winder on the top of the sewing machine, and the consistency of how it threads can save you frustration later.

Find the hole on the bobbin that is located near the inside spindle of the bobbin. Take the thread sitting on the sewing machines spool and insert the thread in the hole from inside the bobbin to the outside. Set the threaded bobbin on the spool designated for spinning on the top of the sewing machine for some Singers.

Turn the side drive wheel slowly until the threaded bobbin has a layer or two of thread on it. Push down on the drive peddle and fill the bobbin, but don't thread it to the very edge. If the bobbin is too full the thread will release erratically. Cut the thread from the spool.

Drop the bobbin into the bobbin case under the area where the needle sews the material. Close the case and turn by hand the side wheel drive until the bobbin threads into the sewing machine. You can tell when the bobbin is threaded by the tiny piece of thread that juts out of the bobbin case where the needle goes up and down.

Grab the thread with your fingers and pull it out approximately 4 inches. Your bobbin is now spun and threaded.
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