SINGER 514 - Manual (Page 23)

Adjusting Pressure
The pressure dial regulates the pressure
that the presser foot exerts on the fabric.
Correct pressure is important because it
enables the fabrics to feed smoothly and
evenly without being marred. The NORM
(Normal) setting is an all purpose setting
which can be used for a wide variety of
fabrics of different weights and textures.
Intermediate settings, above and below
NORM (Normal) setting are also pro
^vided. When you need extra control to
sevvs regulate the pressure to heavier or
lighter pressure to suit the fabric being
used.
# lii denotes the setting for darning.
Lower the presser foot before setting
pressure.
#1o increase pressure, turn di
NORM setting towards MAX.
# To decrease pressure, turn di
NORM setting towards ift .
ADJUSTING I^BESSUR^ DIAL:
to increase
To Decrease
Pressure Dial