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• Adjusting the stitch length
Press the stitch length adjustment button
q
to change
the stitch length
w
.
Press “ ” to decrease stitch length
e
.
Press “ ” to increase stitch length
r
.
The stitch length can be varied from 0.2 to 5.0.
The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile
stitches.
It is used for overcasting, mending, appliqué, and also
used as a decorative stitch.
NOTE:
Use an interfacing when sewing on stretch fabrics
such
as knit, jersey or tricot.
Zigzag Stitch
q
Stitch pattern:
05
w
Needle thread tension:
2 to 5
e
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot A
• Adjusting the stitch width
Press the stitch width adjustment button
q
to change
the stitch width
w
.
Press “
” to decrease stitch width
e
.
Press “ ” to increase stitch width
r
.
The stitch width can be varied from 0.0 to 7.0.
Multiple Zigzag
q
Stitch pattern:
06
w
Needle thread tension:
3 to 6
e
Presser foot:
Zigzag foot A
This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and
other fabrics that tend to pucker.
Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim the
excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the
stitches.
The stitch is also excellent for darning and mending
tears.
q
w
e
q
q
w
w
e
r
e
r
q
w
e
Elna Lotus Sewing Machine Instruction Manual
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