* Depending on the needle positions used, this machine can sew 2-thread and 3-thread standard width 4 mm
over
and a 6 mm wide over
seams.
lock
lock
* Also, for overedging heavyweight fabrics, the seam width can be increased still more by turning the
over
seam width adjustment knob. (See page 25)
lock
6.0 mm
Overlock left needle
Orange
Overlock width
4.0 mm
Needle used
Overlock right needle
Needle thread tension dial
Blue
27
The settings shown in the table below
are our recommendations based on normal conditions. It may
*
page
be necessary to adjust the thread tension according to the stitch, type of fabric and thread you are using.
*
increments of no greater than half a number at a time.
For best results make tension adjustments in small
* Always test sew on a sample of your fabric before sewing on your garment.
*
settings
tensions,
Different stitches are obtained by stitch
with different
needle positions, threading methods,
and the use of the 2-thread converter.
* The thread tension becomes tighter as the dials are turned to higher numbers. The tension settings shown
on this page as well as throughout the Instruction book are suggested guides.
23. STITCH OVERVIEW
1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for sewing
rolled edge.
13. 3-Thread
Narrow Edge
35
14. 3-Thread
Edge
Rolled
1-needle 3-thread stitch is for edging lightweight
fabrics. For a beautiful rolled edge, thread the
upper looper with decorative thread and the
needle and lower looper with lightweight regular
thread.
35
15. 2-Thread
Edge
Narrow
16. 2-Thread
Edge
Rolled
35
35
1-needle -thread stitch is used
2
for edging
lightweight fabrics.
1-needle -thread stitch is used for
2
edging
lightweight fabrics
Stitch Type
Page
Overlcok left needle
Overlcok right needle
Upper looper
Lower looper
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