Singer CE-250 Computerized Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Automatic Needle Threader Effortless threading of the machine, including automatic

threading of the eye of the needle!

Automatic Tension This system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever the

type of fabric being used.

Top Loading Jam-Proof

Bobbin System with Clear

Cover

This mechanism incorporates a magnet-type vertical axis

rotating hook that ensures smooth, quiet, thread

jam-resistant sewing. The bobbin loads from the top so it

is easy to insert the bobbin. The clear cover makes

monitoring the bobbin thread a simple process.

Optimum Power Control The Optimum Power Control provides precise piercing

power when sewing multiple layers or dense fabric. The

piercing power is the same regardless of sewing speed.

Drop Feed A conveniently located lever will lower the feed dogs for

free-motion embroidery, machine embroidery, monograms

and attaching buttons.

Extra-High Presser Foot Lifter There are two heights to the presser foot lifter. The

second height offers a ¼” more clearance which is needed

when placing multiple layers or bulky fabrics under the

presser foot.

Accommodates Many Types of

Thread Spools

In addition to the machine’s horizontal thread delivery, a

second vertical spool holder is provided, specially designed

for many of today’s threads.

Self-Lubricating Because the machine is permanently lubricated, there is

no need to oil the machine, and no oil gets on fabric.

Warning Signals Audible warning messages alert the sewer.

The messages allow for trouble-free sewing.

Aluminum Frame The internal skeleton of the sewing machine. This rigid

support holds all the mechanisms in perfect alignment for

perfect, skip-free sewing.

Warranty Quantum Futura has a 25 year limited warranty.

5 years electronic components

1 year adjustments

Consumer’s Choice More sewers own SINGER sewing machines than all other

brands combined.*

(* Source: Market Facts, March 2002)

Electronic Sewing Machine Sewing machine has push button stitch selection.

24 Built-In Stitches

(80 Stitch Functions)

A large variety of stitches for construction, decorative

sewing, heirloom sewing and quilting always ensures the

perfect stitch for every project.

Built-In Stretch Stitches Specially designed stitches that add strength and flexibility

to seams, especially useful when sewing on knitwear.

Basting Capability Quickly piece projects together.

Built-In Quilting Stitch Create a hand-sewn quilted look with this unique stitch.

Mirror Image With just a touch of a button, many stitches can be mirror

imaged.

Built-In Heirloom-Friendly

Stitch Selection

Pin Stitch, Blanket Stitch, and Entredeux are a few of the

popular heirloom stitches available.

7mm Stitch Width Most stitches can be set for a maximum width of 7mm.

When sewing decorative stitches or satin stitches, the wide

stitches are bolder and more pronounced.

One-Step Built-In Buttonholes Choose from 2 different one-step buttonholes. Buttonhole

sewing is a one-step simple process that provides reliable

results because the sides of the buttonhole sew the same

direction to prevent gaps in stitching or fabric distortion.

Optimal Stitch Settings Optimal settings for length and width are automatically

set when choosing a stitch. They can be overridden to

personalize length and width choice.

Needle Up and Down The Needle Up/Down allows for the needle to be placed in

either the raised or lowered position with a simple push of

a button. It is great for appliquéing, quilting, pivoting the

fabric and picking the bobbin thread up.

13 Needle Positions Needle position can be changed for individual projects,

such as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching.

Connects Directly to the

Computer via USB Cable

First machine to connect directly to the computer,

eliminating the need for conversion boxes or tools. This

unique innovation gives you the same capabilities of other

machines at a fraction of the cost.

Windows Compatible Operates with any computer with Windows 98 or higher.

Operational Tutorial Included Step-by-step tutorial to help even a beginner with using the

embroidery features of the machine.

Customer Support Site Convenient, on-line help is always there when needed.

60 Built-In Designs plus,

another 60 bonus designs

Select from built-in designs including animals,

transportation, flowers and more.

Built-in Lettering Program with

2 Fonts

Select from 2 built-in fonts: Courier and Block Large. Letters

can sized, placed into an arc, and more.

Reads All Popular Home

Embroidery Design Formats

All popular formats accepted. Download designs from the

Internet or work from a collection on CD or floppy disk.

Design Browser This function of the software provides for viewing several

designs at one time, in order to scroll through and view

design collections

3-D Realistic View

This function of the software provides a preview of the selected

design in a manner such that the stitches appear on

screen as they will when sewn out on the fabric.

3-D Realistic Print This function of the software provides for printing the 3-D

realistic view. This is useful when creating placement templates.

Change Colors This function of the software provides for selecting colors

for an embroidery design; Software includes thread

charts, with color numbers, for several of the most popular

brands of embroidery thread.

Operates with Start/Stop

Button

Use the Start/Stop button to start machine. When it is

desired to stop sewing, press the Start/Stop again to stop

sewing and have the needle stop at its highest position.

1 Degree Increment Rotation Rotate embroidery designs in increments as small as 1

degree for precise positioning.

Reduce or Enlarge Design

When changing design size, the software automatically

recalculates the stitch density.

Updateable The latest software enhancements can be downloaded

from the Futura website, which is www.futura-support.com.

with the machine.

DVD Instructions A bonus DVD on the basics of machine embroidery is

included. This DVD helps guide you through correct set up

and preparation for embroidery on various types of fabrics.

It also provides suggestions for stabilizers, needles,

threads and proper hooping techniques.

Customer Service Help is just a call or click away.

Call 1-800-4SINGER, or visit www.singerco.com