Euro-Pro 8660, Instruction Manual

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How to sew buttonholes
Preparation:
To prepare the fabric:
Tips:
Remove the zigzag foot and attach the buttonhole foot. Adjust the stitch
length dial between "0.5" - "1". The density of the stitch depends on
thickness of the fabric.
Note: Always test sew a buttonhole.
Measure the diameter of the button and add 0.3 cm (1/8") for the
bartacks. If you have a very thick button, add more to the diameter
measurement. Mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the
fabric.
Position the fabric so that the needle is on the mark that is furthest from
you.
Pull the buttonhole foot towards you as far as it will go.
Lower the foot.
Remove the fabric from under the foot. Draw the upper thread through
the backside of the fabric and knot upper and lower threads. Cut the
center of the buttonhole with the seam ripper, being careful not to cut
the stitches on either side.
- Slightly reduce upper thread tension to produce better results.
- Use backing material for fine and stretchy fabrics.
- It is advisable to use a gimp cord for stretch or knit fabrics. The zigzag
should sew over the gimp. (e)
a. Turn the pattern selector dial to . Sew at moderate speed until you
reach the end mark.
b. Turn the pattern selector dial to and sew 5-6 bartack stitches.
c. Turn the pattern selector dial to
and sew the left side of the
buttonhole to the mark at the end which is further from you.
d. Turn the pattern selector dial to and sew bar tack stitches.
d a b c
e
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Stitch width dial Stitch length dial
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