SINGER 717 Scholastic - Manual (Page 2)

Zig-Zag & STRETCH Sewing Machine by SlfsiGER
Congratulations...
The new Zig-Zag & STRETCH model 717 sewing machine you are about to
use will take you into a wonderful new world of sewing. In addition to the
familiar Singer exclusives — Slant Needle and Front Drop-in Bobbin — this
sewing machine offers you:
• the simpUcity of dial controls. Now you can simply dial a stitch length,
a stitch width, pressure and tension settings
• straight stretch stitching for sewing seams in knits and other stretch
fabrics plus regular straight, zig-zag, and ric-rac stitching
• exclusive buiit-in threading chart that flips open to keep an easy-to-
follow diagram at your fingertips
• one-way needle clamp that makes it impossible to insert the needle
backwards
• stitch control dial that lets you switch from regular to s-t-r-e-t-c-h
stitching
• guidelines on both sides of the throat plate, which help you keep seams
• convenient power and light switch that gives you a choice of two
SDeeds
• easy throat plate changing — throat plate secured by magnets is easy
to lift out for cleaning
• three-position presser foot lifter that lets you place bulky fabric or
many fabric layers under the presser loot
• built-in sewing light that illuminaies the sewing area
Your SINGER sewing machine is the key to your sewing success when used
property. To achieve professional results, SINGER suggests you sit down
at your machine and go through this book step by step before you begin to
sew. You’ll discover all the many advantages of sewing with your Zig-
Zag & STRETCH sewing machine.
Enjoy sewing!
SINGER* Service is always close at hand, if your machine should need
servicing, call your local SINGER Sewing Center to be sure of warranted
SINGER Parts and Service. You will find the address in the telephone direc­
tory under SINGER COMPANY.
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