Singer 1525 Mechanical Sewing Machine - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Get a copy of your manual for free to download at www.singerco.com and it will explain it to you on page 28.
Print out a copy and save one to your computer, then you will always have it. Good luck and happy sewing

Do you have a setting for design stitches? There should be a button to take the machine to a straight stitch. Look at your manual or instructions to see how to set it to straight stitching. If this doesn't work, look up on the website on your machine and see what the company thinks about it. Sometimes the mechanism is malfunctioning and the will send you a new machine.

You could try here I don't see that model number at brother. Home Sewing Machine Singapore Brother Solutions Center

Go to the Singer site, singerco.com, select instruction manuals, enter your model number, and you can download it free.

Squeaking or popping sounds could be a blunt needle so make sure you change it regularly, 4-6 hours sewing time is rule of thumb.

To find where to oil this machine download the manual from http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html, just type in your model number into the search field and click 'Search', most of the manuals are there as a downloadable pdf file.

The manual will show oiling points for your machine. Use sewing machine (clear) oil only, a little drop only but oil and clean regularly to get the best performance. Brush out any lint and dust first (don't use compressed air to blow a machine out, much better to brush out carefully with a little brush and remove the lint from the machine).

You can also put a drop of oil onto a piece of waste fabric then rub this up and down the needle bar (the metal part that goes up and down holding the needle) to keep this clean and lubricated.

try visiting www.sewing.about.com for general machine use, threading diagrams and help.

Or borrow a general "how to use a sewing machine" book from your library.

Also buying the Singer manual for your machine is always helpful as it will be specific to your machine.

However, if you've never used a machine at all, best advice is take lessons.

Go to www.sewingpartsonline.com and you will find them.

Call Singer at 1-800-4singer and ask why there is no free manual. Maybe they will make it available. Worth a try.

I have not run across a free instruction manual, the only one I saw was on the www.singerco.com site and they are $15 for a hard copy. I may not be a bad investment if you plan on keeping the machine. It shows you much more than threading and will be invaluable for advice on settings and maintenance.

Go to www.singerco.com and download a free manual. All you have to do is go under the customer support tab and then enter 1525 and voila. You can save it to your computer and/or print it.

If your needle is inserted right, you may have a timing problem and it is not a do it yourself job, unfortunately because it requires special tools and know how. . Call Singer (1-800-4singer) and ask customer service and see what they say and they can best advise you.

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You can find free manuals to down load from singer ..

http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html

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You can find Singer bobbin winding instructions at http://www.singerco.com/resources/bobbin_wind.html.

You can get the manual here.

http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html

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upper tension wrong or machine not threaded correctly.

first if you have a manual then fine you can read it but if you don't try threading it and try it out. see what it does at the setting it is at. then change one thing at a time and note the positon everything is at now. probably easier than you think and remember you can't break metal?? can you?? don't be afaid to try it. not being mean or anything but until you see what it does you really can't figure anything out. YOu maight try cleaning out the old lint with canned air and change the needle if you find it burred on end or even bent slightly. good luck

all machines thread the same. TTN tension,take up, needle.
Beginning with the spool, guide the thread through the thread guides to the tension assembly. Pull the thread through the tension assembly and test it to make sure the tension is working correctly.
(To do this test,adjust your tension setting to normal or medium or 5 or something in the middle. Raise the presser foot and pull the thread through the tension. It should pull easily!! Lower the presser foot and pull the thread. It should pull noticeably harder.) If it passes this test, continue up through the take up lever,then down through the thread guides to the needle. Make sure your needle is fully inserted and turned the correct way.( If you load your bobbin case from the left side,the needle rule is normally FLAT to the RIGHT is RIGHT. There are some exceptions. If you have a newer style drop in bobbin or your bobbin case loads in the front then the rule is FLAT to the BACK.

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Presser Foot Release Lever: First, check if the presser foot release lever is functioning properly. Sometimes, it may be stuck or not engaging correctly. Make sure it moves freely and isn't obstructed. If it's not working, try slackening the presser foot tension using the dial on top of the machine. If that doesn't help, you might need to adjust the presser bar slightly. Presser Bar Adjustment: If the presser bar was loose to begin with, completely slacken off the pressure. Put the presser foot up using the lever, then slacken off the screw on the bar and adjust the presser bar as needed. Handwheel Stuck: If the handwheel is stuck, it could be due to issues with gears, cams, or other internal mechanisms. Inspect the machine's casing or access panel for any signs of damage, such as broken teeth on gears or misaligned cams. Thread Take-Up Lever: If the take-up lever isn't moving up and down even when you manually turn the handwheel, check the hand clutch. Tighten and adjust the inner portion of the wheel on the right side of your machine and the hand clutch. If these don't do the job, you might consult Singer's customer service or a repair shot.

Inspect the Stitch Width Control: The stitch width control determines how wide the zigzag stitch is. If it's set to a wide zigzag, the machine will remain in that mode. Adjust the stitch width control to the narrowest setting (usually zero) for straight stitching. Clean and Lubricate: Dust, lint, or debris can interfere with the machine's mechanisms. Turn off the machine, unplug it, and clean the bobbin area, feed dogs, and needle plate. Lubricate any moving parts according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check the Needle Position: Make sure the needle is centered. If it's off-center, the machine may default to zigzag mode. Adjust the needle position if needed. Test with a New Needle: A bent or dull needle can cause stitching issues. Replace the needle with a new one and ensure it's compatible with your machine. Reset the Machine: Turn off the machine, unplug it, and wait for a few minutes. Then, plug it back in and turn it on. This can sometimes reset the internal settings. Consult the Manual: Refer to your Singer 312 sewing machine's manual for specific troubleshooting steps related to zigzag issues. The manual may provide additional insights or solutions.