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b e r n e t t e O V E R L O C K E R W O R K B O O K
Thread the overlocker for a 4-thread overlock stitch using
thread colors to match the color-coded threading path on
the machine. Adjust all thread tension settings as indicated
in the chart below.
OUTSIDE CORNER: OPTION 1
1.
Sew one edge of the fabric, sewing off the end of the
fabric.
2.
Continue stitching around the square, crossing over
previous stitching.
3.
Use a seam sealant on the untrimmed thread tails (or use a
tapestry needle to weave the thread tail back through the
stitching). When the seam sealant is dry, trim the thread
tails.
OUTSIDE CORNER: OPTION 2
1.
Before sewing, trim away the seam allowance (¼”) for
about 2” on each corner of the square.
2.
Beginning at one trimmed corner, stitch (trimming very
slightly as you sew) to the end of the fabric. Take one
stitch off the end of the fabric.
3.
Release the stitch finger by placing the Rolled Hem
Selection Lever into the "R" position.
4.
Lift the presser foot and carefully pivot the fabric 90°
clockwise.
5.
Engage the stitch finger by returning the Rolled Hem
Selection Lever to the "N" position.
6.
Place the needle one stitch into the fabric and lower
the presser foot.
7.
Continue sewing until you are one stitch off the next corner.
Repeat the turning procedure and continue stitching.
OVERLOCKER TECHNIQUES: OUTSIDE CORNER
Firm fabric, 6" x 6"
80/12 ELx705
3 Spools Serger Thread (B, R, G)
3-Thread Overlock (narrow)
Standard
thread
tension
setting
machine
setup
L
eft
N
eedLe
R
ight
N
eedLe
U
ppeR
L
oopeR
L
oweR
L
oopeR
S
titch
L
eNgth
c
UttiNg
w
idth
d
iffeReNtiaL
f
eed
R
oLLed
h
em
L
eveR
4
4
4
4
2�5
6
1
N/r
Untrimmed corner
Trimmed corner
OUTSIDE CORNER: OPTION 1
OUTSIDE CORNER: OPTION 2
