Needles
The sewing machine needle plays an important role in
successful sewing. Use only quality needles. We recommend
needles of system 130/705H. The needle package included
with your machine contains the most frequently used sizes.
Universal Needle
Universal needle.
Universal needles have a slightly rounded point and come in
a variety of sizes. For general sewing on a variety of fabric
types and weights.
Stretch Needle
Stretch needle - marked yellow.
Stretch needles have a special scarf to eliminate skipped
stitches when there is a flex in the fabric. For knits,
swimwear, fleece, synthetic suedes and leathers.
Denim Needle
Denim needle - marked blue.
Denim needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly woven
fabrics without deflecting the needle. For canvas, denim,
microfibers.
Wing Needle
Wing needle.
The wing needle has wide wings on the side of the needle to
poke holes in the fabric when sewing entredeux and other
hemstitches on natural fiber fabrics.
Note: For this machine, use wing needle size 100. Wing needle is not
included with the machine.
Important Needle Information
Change the needle often. Always use a straight needle with a
sharp point (A).
A damaged needle (B) can cause skipped stitches, breakage or
snapping of the thread. It can also damage the needle plate.
Do not use asymmetrical twin needles (C), they can damage
your sewing machine.
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