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+## [Main](README.md) | [Access](access.md) | [Equipment List](equipment.md) |
+
+[Makerspace website](https://codeuniversity.github.io/makerspace/) |
+[Makerspace github repo](https://github.com/codeuniversity/makerspace/) | [Makerspace Slack channel](https://codeuniversity.slack.com/archives/C011CN2SMFY)
+
+---
+
+# SINGER Heavy Duty 6335M Denim Sewing Machine
+
+The MakerSpace currently has a SINGER Heavy Duty 6335M Denim sewing machine.
+
+![Singer Sewing Machine](singer_sewing_machine_hd6335m.webp)
+
+_adapted from Singer forum induction_
+
+The SINGER Heavy Duty 6335M is a robust machine, ideal for sewing denim and other heavy fabrics. It is reliable and offers excellent stitch quality. However, like any machine, it requires some learning and practice to master.
+
+You can find the machine on the official Singer website [here](https://europe.singer.com/products/singer-heavy-duty-hd6335-denim-sewing-machine-de?srsltid=AfmBOoqEkfS91m4EEiPqVWksZxMaUbmc8i5inYGb12L0DhR3xvMNNM4N&variant=49432649335063/).
+
+Please download and read the Singer manual for safe and reliable machine operation:
+
+- [English Manual](https://svpworldwide.widen.net/content/rb9cperp24/pdf/HD6335M-Manual.pdf?u=cko5pg)
+- [German Manual](http://www.singerdeutschland.de/fileadmin/user/upload/HeavyDuty/Anleitung_HD_6335.pdf)
+
+## Do's and Don'ts
+
+### Do's
+
+1. Always thread the machine with the presser foot up.
+2. Use the correct needle and thread for your fabric.
+3. Regularly clean and oil the machine as per the manual instructions.
+
+### Don'ts
+
+1. Do not pull the fabric while sewing; let the machine feed it.
+2. Avoid using bent or dull needles.
+3. Do not operate the machine without proper lighting.
+
+## Sewing Machine 101
+
+If you haven't used a sewing machine before, start with these steps:
+
+1. Familiarize yourself with the machine parts and their functions.
+2. Practice threading the machine and winding the bobbin.
+3. Start with simple stitches on scrap fabric to get a feel for the machine.
+
+## Common Issues and Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues
+
+1. **Thread Bunching:** Ensure the machine is threaded correctly and the tension is set properly.
+2. **Skipped Stitches:** Check the needle; it might be bent or dull.
+3. **Machine Jamming:** Clean the bobbin area and remove any lint or thread buildup.
+
+### FAQs
+
+1. **What type of needle should I use for denim?**
+   - Use a size 16/100 or 18/110 needle for heavy fabrics like denim.
+2. **How often should I oil the machine?**
+
+   - Refer to the manual, but generally, oil the machine after every 10 hours of use.
+
+3. **Can I sew lightweight fabrics with this machine?**
+   - Yes, but adjust the tension and use the appropriate needle and thread.