Singer 5522 sewing machine

[klem kedidelhopper]

I found this machine at the swap shop of our transfer station. It
appears to be in good condition but I can't figure out how to thread
it or wind the bobbin. Does anyone have an operating manual that they
would be willing to share? Also does anyone know how old this model
is. It seems to be built pretty well. Thanks, Lenny

 

On Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:17:39 -0800 (PST), klem kedidelhopper
<captainvideo462009@gmail.com> wrote:

I found this machine at the swap shop of our transfer station. It
appears to be in good condition but I can't figure out how to thread
it or wind the bobbin. Does anyone have an operating manual that they
would be willing to share? Also does anyone know how old this model
is. It seems to be built pretty well. Thanks, Lenny

threading guides here:
http://www.singerco.com/sewing-resources/threading-machines

operation info here:
http://www.singerco.com/sewing-resources/operation-basics

John

 

If you're still interested, you can download the manual here:
http://www.singersewingmachine.com/store/products/1087-singer-model-5522-pdf-manual-download.aspx

 

We are having trouble getting our 5522 to sew heavy fabric. It is regular awning canvas and should not be any problem for this heavy-duty machine. However the machine stalls when we try to get it sewing. We're using a #18 needle and it is new. We can sew lighter fabric with the same needle and settings with no problem. Any idea what we'er doing wrong?