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Singer 1304

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Singer 1304

The checks and guides below come from the official manuals for this model.

Troubleshooting

Find the problem you are experiencing
Upper thread breaks6 checks
The machine is not threaded correctly.
Rethread the machine.
The thread tension is too tight.
Reduce the thread tension. (lower number)
The thread is too thick for the needle.
Select a larger needle.
The needle is not inserted correctly.
Remove and reinsert the needle. (flat side towards the back)
The thread is wound around the spool holder pin.
Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel.
The needle is damaged.
Replace the needle.
Lower thread breaks3 checks
The bobbin case is not inserted correctly.
Remove and reinsert the bobbin case and pull on the thread. The thread should pull easily.
The bobbin case is threaded wrong.
Check both bobbin and bobbin case.
The lower thread tension is too tight.
Loosen lower thread tension as described.
Skipped stitches4 checks
The needle is not inserted correctly.
Remove and reinsert needle. (flat side towards the back)
The needle is damaged.
Insert a new needle.
The wrong size needle has been used.
Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric.
The foot is not attached correctly.
Check and attach correctly.
Needle breaks4 checks
The needle is damaged.
Insert a new needle.
The needle is not correctly inserted.
Insert the needle correctly. (flat side towards the back)
Wrong needle size for the fabric.
Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric.
The wrong foot is attached.
Select the correct foot.
Loose stitches4 checks
The machine is not correctly threaded.
Check the threading.
The bobbin case is not correctly threaded.
Thread the bobbin case as illustrated.
Needle/ fabric/ thread combination is wrong.
The needle size must suit the fabric and thread.
Thread tension wrong.
Correct the thread tension.
Seams gather or pucker4 checks
The needle is too thick for the fabric.
Select a finer needle.
The stitch length is wrong adjusted.
  1. Readjust the stitch length.
  2. The table provides no separate stitch-length adjustment steps; the current product describes preset stitch length and width.
  3. No additional setting method is inferred.
The thread tension is too tight.
Loosen the thread tension.
Fabric puckers.
Use a backing for fine or stretchy fabrics.
Uneven stitches, uneven feed3 checks
Poor quality thread.
Select a better quality thread.
The bobbin case is wrong threaded.
Remove bobbin case, thread and insert correctly.
Fabric has been pulled.
Do not pull on the fabric while sewing, let it be taken up by the machine.
The machine is noisy2 checks
Lint or oil have collected on the hook or needle bar.
Clean the hook and feed dog as described.
The needle is damaged.
Replace the needle.
The machine jams1 check
Thread is caught in the hook.
Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards by hand and remove the thread.

Guides

Important safety instructions

Instructions from the manual
Use the machine safely16 steps
  1. Read all instructions and retain them near the machine; pass them to any third party.
  2. Never leave the plugged-in machine unattended.
  3. Unplug immediately after use and before cleaning, removing covers, lubricating or other user servicing.
  4. Use only for its intended purpose and with manufacturer-recommended attachments.
  5. Closely supervise use by or near children; it is not a toy.
  6. Do not operate a damaged, malfunctioning, dropped or water-damaged machine: return it to an authorized dealer or service center.
  7. Keep machine and foot-control ventilation openings clear of lint, dust and loose cloth.
  8. Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially the needle.
  9. Use the proper needle plate and straight, undamaged needles; do not pull or push fabric while stitching.
  10. Wear safety glasses.
  11. Switch off (0) for needle-area adjustments, including threading, needle changes, bobbin threading and presser-foot changes.
  12. Do not insert objects into openings, use outdoors or operate near aerosol products or administered oxygen.
  13. Set all controls off before unplugging; grasp the plug, never the cord.
  14. Do not put objects on the foot control or use the machine wet.
  15. Have a damaged LED lamp or foot-control cord replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified personnel.
  16. Use identical replacement parts for this double-insulated machine.

For europe only :

Instructions from the manual
Observe European country limitations5 steps
  1. In Europe, children aged at least 8 and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or limited experience/knowledge may use the machine only with supervision or safe-use instruction and understanding of the hazards.
  2. Children must not play with it or clean/maintain it without supervision.
  3. Normal operating noise is below 75 dB(A).
  4. Use only the region-appropriate foot control: KD-1902 or FC-1902 (110–120 V areas); KD-2902, FC-2902A or FC-2902D (220–240 V areas), manufactured by Zhejiang Founder Motor Corporation Ltd.; or 4C-316B (110–125 V areas) or 4C-326G (230 V areas), manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind.
  5. Co., Ltd.

For outside europe :

Instructions from the manual
Observe non-European country limitations5 steps
  1. Outside Europe, people, including children, with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or limited experience/knowledge require supervision or instruction by a person responsible for safety.
  2. Supervise children so they do not play with the machine.
  3. Normal operating noise is below 75 dB(A).
  4. Use only the region-appropriate foot control: KD-1902 or FC-1902 (110–120 V areas); KD-2902, FC-2902A or FC-2902D (220–240 V areas), manufactured by Zhejiang Founder Motor Corporation Ltd.; or 4C-316B (110–125 V areas) or 4C-326G (230 V areas), manufactured by Wakaho Electric Ind.
  5. Co., Ltd.

Servicing of double insulated products

Instructions from the manual
Service double-insulated products4 steps
  1. This double-insulated product has two insulation systems instead of grounding.
  2. Do not add grounding.
  3. Servicing requires extreme care and system knowledge and must be done only by qualified service personnel.
  4. Replacement parts must be identical to those in the product; look for DOUBLE INSULATION or DOUBLE INSULATED markings.

Machine basics

Instructions from the manual
Identify the front parts12 steps
  1. The diagram identifies: 1.
  2. Thread take-up lever; 2.
  3. Thread tension dial; 3.
  4. Face plate; 4.
  5. Thread cutter; 5.
  6. Presser foot; 6.
  7. Needle plate; 7.
  8. Sewing table and accessory box; 8.
  9. Thread guide; 9.
  10. Bobbin winder stopper; 10.
  11. Pattern selector dial; 11.
  12. Reverse sewing lever.
Identify the rear parts and foot control11 steps
  1. The diagram identifies: 12.
  2. Handle; 13.
  3. Bobbin winder spindle; 14.
  4. Spool pins; 15.
  5. Handwheel; 16.
  6. Power switch; 17.
  7. Main plug socket; 18.
  8. Bobbin thread guide; 19.
  9. Presser foot lifter; 20.
  10. Foot control; 21.
  11. Power cord.
Connect the machine to power8 steps
  1. Connect the machine to the power source as illustrated in the manual.
  2. Use the appropriate polarized outlet for the polarized plug.
  3. If the plug does not fit fully, reverse it; if it still does not fit, have a qualified electrician install the proper outlet.
  4. Never modify the plug.
  5. Consult a qualified electrician if unsure how to connect it.
  6. Press the main switch to I for power and light.
  7. The foot-control pedal regulates sewing speed.
  8. Unplug when not in use.
Raise the presser foot for thick fabricsView
When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, raise the presser foot to its higher position to make positioning the work easier.
Identify the supplied accessories2 steps
  1. The standard accessories are the all-purpose foot, zipper foot, buttonhole foot, darning plate, L-screwdriver, seam ripper/brush, two spool-pin felts, three needles and three bobbins.
  2. The manual does not give a bobbin class in this list.
Identify optional accessoriesView
Nine optional accessories are not supplied with the machine but may be obtained from a local dealer: quilting foot, overcasting foot, hemmer foot, blind-hem foot, satin-stitch foot, darning/embroidery foot, button-sewing foot, edge/quilting guide and soft cover.

Threading the machine

Instructions from the manual
Wind the bobbin10 steps
  1. Put the thread spool and spool-pin felt on the spool pin.
  2. Pass the thread through the upper thread guide, then clockwise around the bobbin-winder tension discs.
  3. Thread the bobbin as illustrated and place it on the spindle.
  4. Push the spindle right, hold the thread end and press the foot pedal.
  5. After a few turns, release the pedal and thread; cut the thread as close as possible to the spool, as shown.
  6. Press the pedal again.
  7. When full, the spool turns slowly: release the pedal and cut the thread.
  8. Push the spindle left and remove the bobbin.
  9. While the spindle is in bobbin-winding position, the machine does not sew and the handwheel does not turn.
  10. Return the spindle left for sewing.
Complete bobbin-winding thread path and nine-step diagram. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Complete bobbin-winding thread path and nine-step diagram. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • Overview arrows: Route the thread from the spool through the guide and clockwise around the bobbin-winder tension discs, as shown.
  • 1: Place the spool and spool-pin felt on the spool pin.
  • a: Spool-pin felt.
  • 2: Pass the thread through the thread guide.
  • 3: Wind clockwise around the bobbin-winder tension discs.
  • 4: Thread the bobbin as shown and place it on the spindle.
  • 5: Push the bobbin spindle right.
  • 6: Hold the thread end.
  • 7: Press the foot-control pedal.
  • 8: After a few turns release the pedal and thread, cut close to the spool, then press again; once full, release the pedal and cut the thread.
  • 9: Push the spindle left and remove the bobbin.
Insert the bobbin6 steps
  1. Raise the needle fully to its highest position and switch off (O) before inserting or removing the bobbin.
  2. Remove the extension table, then open the hinged cover.
  3. Pull the bobbin-case tab and remove the case.
  4. Hold the case in one hand and insert the bobbin so the thread runs clockwise.
  5. Hold the bobbin down while pulling its thread through the slit and under the finger until it clicks into place; leave a 6-inch tail.
  6. Hold the case by its open hinged latch and insert it into the shuttle with its finger aligned at 12 o’clock.
Complete bobbin-case removal, threading and installation. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Complete bobbin-case removal, threading and installation. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 1: Remove the extension table and open the hinged cover.
  • 2: Pull the bobbin-case tab and remove the case.
  • a: Bobbin-case tab.
  • 3: Insert the bobbin so its thread runs clockwise.
  • 4: Hold the bobbin down and pull thread through the slit and under the finger until it clicks into place; leave a six-inch tail.
  • 5: Hold the case by its open hinged latch.
  • 6: Insert the case into the shuttle with its finger aligned at 12 o’clock.
Thread the upper thread9 steps
  1. Switch off before threading.
  2. Raise the needle to its highest point, then continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just begins to descend.
  3. Raise the presser foot to release the tension discs.
  4. Put the thread spool and spool-pin felt on the spool pin.
  5. Draw thread through the thread guide to the upper thread guide.
  6. Lead thread down the right tension channel and up the left; holding it between the spool and guide helps.
  7. Pass from right to left through the take-up lever’s slotted eye, then down again.
  8. Pass behind the thin wire needle-clamp guide and thread the needle from front to back.
  9. Pull about 6–8 inches to the rear beyond the needle eye and trim to length with the built-in cutter.
Complete upper-thread overview and detailed thread path. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Complete upper-thread overview and detailed thread path. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • Overview 1: Raise the needle to its highest point, then continue turning counterclockwise until it just begins to descend.
  • Overview 2: Raise the presser foot to release the tension discs.
  • Overview 3: Put the thread spool and spool-pin felt on the spool pin.
  • a: Spool-pin felt.
  • Overview 4: Draw thread through the thread guide to the upper thread guide.
  • Overview 5: Lead thread down the right tension channel and up the left.
  • Overview 6: Pass right to left through the take-up lever’s slotted eye, then down again.
  • Overview 7: Pass behind the thin wire needle-clamp guide and thread the needle front to back.
  • Overview 8: Pull 6–8 inches to the rear beyond the needle eye and trim with the built-in cutter.
  • Detail 4: The same thread route through the thread guide and upper thread guide.
  • Detail 5: The same right-channel down and left-channel up tension path.
  • Detail 6: The same take-up lever threading from right to left.
  • Detail 7: The same needle-clamp guide and front-to-back needle threading.
  • Detail 8: The same rear thread tail and built-in cutting step.
Raise the bobbin thread5 steps
  1. Hold the upper thread in your left hand.
  2. Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise), lowering then raising the needle.
  3. If the bobbin thread is difficult to raise, check that it is not trapped by the hinged cover or removable extension table.
  4. Gently pull the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread through the needle-plate hole.
  5. Lay both threads toward the rear under the presser foot.
Adjust thread tension6 steps
  1. The basic upper-tension setting is 4.
  2. Turn to a higher number to increase tension, or a lower number to reduce it.
  3. For straight stitching, balanced top/bottom stitches are normally desired: loose upper tension needs a higher number; overly tight upper tension needs a lower number.
  4. For zigzag and decorative sewing, a small amount of upper thread should appear on the underside; upper tension should generally be lower than for straight stitching.
  5. No single setting suits every stitch, thread and fabric; the guide states that 90% of sewing falls between 3 and 5.
  6. Upper thread appearing beneath decorative work gives nicer stitches and less puckering.
Test and adjust bobbin thread tension5 steps
  1. Remove the bobbin case and bobbin and suspend it by the thread.
  2. Jerk it once or twice.
  3. Correct tension lets the thread unwind about one or two inches; no unwinding means it is too tight, and dropping too much means it is too loose.
  4. Adjust by turning the small screw on the side of the bobbin case.
  5. Switch off for bobbin removal, as required by the bobbin-insertion instructions.

Sewing

Instructions from the manual
Choose a stitch patternView
Turn the pattern-selector dial in either direction to select a stitch. The manual labels a as the pattern-selector dial and b as the reverse-sewing lever.
Sew a straight stitch3 steps
  1. Select straight stitch.
  2. Put the fabric under the presser foot with its edge aligned to the desired seam guideline on the needle plate.
  3. Lower the presser-foot lifter, then press the foot control to sew.
Secure a seam with reverse sewingView
At the beginning and end of a seam, press the reverse lever and sew a few reverse stitches. Release the lever to resume forward sewing.
Remove the work2 steps
  1. Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) until the take-up lever reaches its highest position and the needle begins descending.
  2. Raise the presser foot and remove the work behind the needle and foot.
Cut the threadView
Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot, guide them beside the face plate into the thread cutter and pull down to cut.
Sew a blind hem6 steps
  1. The blind-hem pattern is for stretch fabrics.
  2. Always make a sewing test first.
  3. Turn the hem up to the required width and press.
  4. Fold it back against the fabric’s right side, leaving about 7 mm (1/4 inch) of the hem’s top edge projecting to the right of the fold, as illustrated.
  5. Sew slowly on the fold so the needle just catches one or two fabric threads.
  6. Unfold and press when finished.
Sew a lingerie stitch4 steps
  1. Turn the hem up to the required width and press.
  2. Place the fabric right side up with the hem edge to the left.
  3. Sew so the needle swings off the left fabric edge to make a small scallop.
  4. Slightly tighter tension makes a deeper scallop.
Sew a four-step buttonhole11 steps
  1. Switch off for changing the foot.
  2. Replace the all-purpose foot with the buttonhole foot.
  3. Add the button diameter, thickness and 0.3 cm (1/8 inch) for bartacks to determine buttonhole length; mark it on the fabric.
  4. Align the foot marking with the starting fabric mark, then lower the foot with the marked buttonhole center aligned to the foot center.
  5. Always test on the intended fabric because density varies.
  6. Follow the illustrated four-step sequence using the pattern dial; raise the needle before turning to the next step.
  7. Avoid too many stitches in steps 1 and 3.
  8. Cut the buttonhole from both ends toward the middle with the seam ripper.
  9. Slightly reduced upper tension improves results.
  10. Use stabilizer for fine or stretchy fabrics.
  11. For stretch or knit fabric, heavy thread or cord is advisable; sew zigzag over it.
Sew on buttons8 steps
  1. Install the darning plate.
  2. Position the work and button, then lower the foot.
  3. Select a zigzag pattern, corresponding to the button-hole spacing.
  4. Turn the handwheel to check that the needle enters both holes without striking the button.
  5. Sew slowly for about 10 stitches.
  6. Bring the thread tails to the back and tie them manually.
  7. For a shank, place a darning needle on top of the button while sewing.
  8. For four-hole buttons, sew the front pair first, push the work forward, then sew the back pair.
Sew zippers and piping4 steps
  1. Use the illustrated straight-stitch setting.
  2. Switch off to change to the zipper foot; attach it right or left according to the sewing side.
  3. To pass the zipper tab, lower the needle into the fabric, raise the foot, push the tab behind it, lower the foot and continue.
  4. The zipper foot also lets you sew cord into a bias strip to make welt or piping.
Use free-motion darning and stippling10 steps
  1. The darning/embroidery foot is optional and is not supplied.
  2. Install the darning plate.
  3. Switch off for foot/shank changes.
  4. Remove the foot shank and attach the darning/embroidery foot to the presser bar with its lever behind the needle-clamp screw.
  5. Press the foot firmly from behind with your index finger and tighten its screw.
  6. For darning, sew around the hole first to secure threads.
  7. Work the first row left to right, turn the work 90 degrees, then sew over the earlier stitching.
  8. A darning hoop is recommended.
  9. You move the fabric manually without the internal feed system; coordinate fabric movement with sewing speed.
  10. For stippling, select straight stitch and use the optional darning foot while sewing small meandering curves through the fabric and batting layers.

General information

Instructions from the manual
Install or remove the extension table3 steps
  1. Hold the extension table horizontally and push it into the machine in the illustrated direction.
  2. Pull it left to remove.
  3. Its inside is accessory storage; flip the cover down to open.
Change the presser foot and shank5 steps
  1. Switch off (O) for every foot, shank or guide operation.
  2. Raise the presser bar using the foot lifter and attach the shank as illustrated.
  3. To attach the foot, install its pin into the holder’s cut-out.
  4. To remove it, push the foot to disengage it from the cut-out.
  5. Use the illustrated shank screw when attaching the shank.
Attach the presser foot with power switched off (O). Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Attach the presser foot with power switched off (O). Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 2: Install the foot pin into the holder’s cut-out.
  • a: Presser bar.
  • b: Presser-foot shank.
  • c: Holder cut-out.
  • d: Presser-foot pin.
  • e: Presser foot.
Remove the presser foot with power switched off (O). Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Remove the presser foot with power switched off (O). Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 3: Push the presser foot to disengage it from the holder’s cut-out.
  • c: Holder cut-out.
  • e: Presser foot.
Attach the edge or quilting guide3 steps
  1. Switch off (O).
  2. Attach the edge/quilting guide in the illustrated slot and adjust it as needed for hems, pleats or quilting.
  3. This guide is an optional accessory, not supplied with the machine.
Match needle, fabric and thread7 steps
  1. Match needle size to the thread and fabric weight.
  2. Sizes 9–11 (70–80): lightweight thin cotton, voile, silk, muslin, interlock, cotton knit, tricot, jersey, crepe, woven polyester, shirt and blouse fabrics; use light-duty cotton, nylon, polyester or cotton-wrapped polyester thread.
  3. Sizes 11–14 (80–90): medium cotton, satin, kettlecloth, sailcloth, double knit and lightweight woolens.
  4. Size 14 (90): medium cotton duck, woolen, heavier knit, terrycloth and denim.
  5. Size 16 (100): heavyweight canvas, woolen, outdoor-tent/quilted fabrics, denim and light-to-medium upholstery.
  6. For these medium/heavier groups, most medium-size thread is suitable; use polyester for synthetics and cotton for natural woven fabrics, with the same thread above and below.
  7. Size 18 (110): heavy woolen, overcoat and upholstery fabrics, some leather and vinyl; use heavy-duty or carpet thread.
Choose the needle type6 steps
  1. SINGER 2020 standard sharp needles range from size 9 (70) to 18 (110), for natural woven wool, cotton and silk; they are not recommended for double knits.
  2. SINGER 2045 scarfed semi-ball-point needles range from 9 (70) to 18 (110), for natural/synthetic woven fabric, polyester blends and knits including polyester, interlock, tricot, single/double knits, sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric and elastic.
  3. SINGER 2032 leather needles range from 12 (80) to 18 (110), for leather, vinyl and upholstery, making a smaller hole than a standard large needle.
  4. For best results, use genuine Singer needles.
  5. Use backing for fine or stretchy fabrics.
  6. Replace approximately every other garment and/or at the first thread breakage or skipped stitches.
Use the darning plate4 steps
  1. Use the darning plate for darning or freehand embroidery, installing it as shown to cover the feed teeth.
  2. Remove it for normal sewing.
  3. An optional darning/embroidery foot is recommended for free-motion work.
  4. Obtain an optional darning/embroidery foot from an authorized Singer retailer; the manual points to its accessories list for the part number.

Maintenance and troubleshooting

Instructions from the manual
Insert or replace the needle4 steps
  1. Switch the power off (0) before inserting or removing the needle.
  2. Replace needles regularly, particularly if wear causes problems; Singer recommends its own brand.
  3. Loosen the needle-clamp screw, insert the new needle with the flat shaft side to the rear and push it fully up, then tighten the screw.
  4. Needles must be in perfect condition: bent needles, damaged points or blunt needles can cause problems.
Needle replacement and three defective-needle examples. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Needle replacement and three defective-needle examples. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 1: Needle insertion and clamp-screw operation; switch off (O) before inserting or removing a needle.
  • A (insertion): Loosen the needle-clamp screw and tighten it again after insertion.
  • B (insertion): The flat shaft side faces the back.
  • C (insertion): Insert the needle as high as it will go.
  • D (insertion): The upper insertion limit; push the needle fully up.
  • −: Loosen the needle-clamp screw.
  • +: Tighten it again after inserting the needle.
  • 2: Needles must be in perfect condition; the following examples cause problems.
  • B (defects): Damaged point.
  • A (defects): Bent needle.
  • C (defects): Blunt needle.
Clean and lubricate the machine10 steps
  1. Unplug from the mains before cleaning.
  2. Fully raise the needle with the handwheel.
  3. Open the hinged front cover and remove the needle-plate screws with the screwdriver.
  4. Brush the feed-teeth area with the supplied brush.
  5. Remove the bobbin case; swing both hook-retaining arms outward.
  6. Remove the hook-race cover and hook and clean them with a soft cloth.
  7. Apply 1–2 drops of sewing-machine oil at the illustrated point.
  8. Turn the handwheel until the hook race is on the left; replace the hook, race cover and retaining arms.
  9. Reinsert the bobbin case and bobbin, then replace the needle plate.
  10. Remove lint and threads regularly and have the machine serviced at regular intervals by a Singer service center.
Complete needle-plate, feed-dog and hook cleaning/lubrication diagram. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Complete needle-plate, feed-dog and hook cleaning/lubrication diagram. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 1: Fully raise the needle, open the hinged front cover and unscrew the needle-plate screws; disconnect the machine from power before cleaning.
  • 2: Use the supplied brush to clean the whole feed-dog area.
  • 3 (left): Swing the left of the two hook-retaining arms outwards.
  • 3 (right): Swing the right of the two hook-retaining arms outwards.
  • 4: Remove the hook-race cover.
  • 5: Remove the hook and clean with a soft cloth.
  • 6: Lubricate this point with 1–2 drops of sewing-machine oil.
  • 7: Turn the handwheel until the hook race is on the left; replace the hook, cover and retaining arms, then the bobbin case/bobbin and needle plate.

Controls and parts

See the manual diagrams 2 diagrams
Front parts and controls. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Front parts and controls. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 1: Thread take-up lever
  • 2: Thread tension dial
  • 3: Face plate
  • 4: Thread cutter
  • 5: Presser foot
  • 6: Needle plate
  • 7: Sewing table and accessory box
  • 8: Thread guide
  • 9: Bobbin winder stopper
  • 10: Pattern selector dial
  • 11: Reverse sewing lever
Rear parts, foot control and power cord. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.
Rear parts, foot control and power cord. Singer Start 1304, current US-linked manual; English instructions and printed optional-accessory limitations apply.

Diagram key

  • 12: Handle
  • 13: Bobbin winder spindle
  • 14: Spool pins
  • 15: Handwheel
  • 16: Power switch
  • 17: Main plug socket
  • 18: Bobbin thread guide
  • 19: Presser foot lifter
  • 20: Foot control
  • 21: Power cord

Model details

Model and compatibility

Included accessories
The English guide lists three bobbins and three needles; optional accessories are not supplied.
Darning foot
The darning/embroidery foot is optional and is not included.
Disposal notice
Recycle according to applicable national electrical/electronic-product legislation. Do not put electrical appliances in unsorted municipal waste; use separate collection facilities and ask local government about available systems. When replacing an appliance, a retailer may be legally required to take back the old one free. Disposal in dumps or landfill can let hazardous substances leak into groundwater and the food chain.

Related reviewed instructions

Manuals and sources

  1. Singer Start 1304 instruction manual, English instructions in official EN/ES/FR edition
  2. Singer model support and details
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