Merrylock MK480, Instruction Book

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22. SELECTION OF STITCHES
This machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of needle
positions, threading methods, tension adjustment and the use of convertible right looper/ converter.
Stitch Type Page
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1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for seaming
lightweight or stretch fabrics. It is also ideal for
rolled and blind hemming. A 4 mm and 6 mm
overlock seam width can be obtained by
changing the needle position.
1. 2-Thread Wrapped
Overlock, Wide
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2. 2-Thread Wrapped
Overlock, Narrow
1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for overlocking
common fabrics. It is also ideal for flatlock
(butted or lapped) seams and blind hemming. A
4 mm and 6 mm overlock seam width can be
obtained by changing the needle position.
1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for butted or
lapped seams and ornamental stitching with
decorative thread. Also, a 4 mm and 6 mm
flatlock width can be obtained by changing the
needle position.
2-needle 3-thread stitch that is ideal for
lightweight, extremely stretchy fabrics such as
tricot and spandex.
1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for overlocking
and seaming on common fabrics. A 4mm and 6
mm overlock seam width can be obtained by
changing the needle position.
3. 2-Thread Overlock,
Wide
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7. 3-Thread Overlock,
Wide
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11. 3-Thread Stretch
Overlock
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5. 2-Thread Flatlock,
Wide
6. 2-Thread Flatlock,
Narrow
4. 2-Thread Overlock,
Narrow
8. 3-Thread Overlock,
Narrow
9. 3-Thread Flatlock,
Wide
10. 3-Thread Flatlock,
Narrow
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1-needle -thread stitch is used for butted or 2
lapped seams and ornamental stitching with
decorative thread. Also, a 4 mm and 6 mm
flatlock width can be obtained by changing the
needle position.
2-needle 4-thread stitch that is ideal for medium
to heavyweight stretchy fabrics such as double
knits and swim wear.
12. 4-Thread Overlock
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Overlcok left needle Overlcok right needle Upper looper Lower looper