While sewing, NEVER pull on carpet or machine. This can cause needle deflection which can result in
needle breakage and/or damage to the bobbin/shuttle mechanism.
TO CHANGE DIRECTION OF STITCHING:
• Stop sewing and if necessary, rotate hand wheel towards you until needle is in carpet.
• Raise feed roller.
• Alter direction of material (or machine).
• Lower feed roller and resume sewing.
TO REMOVE CARPET:
• Raise feed roller.
• Rotate hand wheel toward you until needle is at highest point.
• Pull carpet out to your left (or move machine to the right).
• Cut thread and binding.
REGULATION WIDTH OF ZIG-ZAG STITCH:
The width of zig-zag stitch is regulated by the stitch pattern control knob or lever. For instance, to “0” is
straight stitch, and to “5” is max zig-zag stitch.
Turn the hand wheel toward you slowly with your right hand until needle enters needle plate and returns
to highest point. Avoid making these changes with the needle below the needle plate or
in carpeting.
IMPORTANT:
Certain carpet types, weights and those with a heavy or rubberized backing, may prove difficult to bind in
the full zig-zag mode.
If this occurs, using a scrap piece, test in the full straight stitch mode. Then gradually select up to a zig-
zag pattern allowable. This is the recommended procedure for Berbers.
*It should be noted that carpet types such as Berber or those with a stiff or heavy backing may require a
sewing softener application prior to binding. Also, use of a #23 needle is recommended for Berbers.
Also, a good gauge for carpet height capability is one that will easily pass through the folder throat. Above
that, beveling is necessary. A rule of thumb is, weights above 40 oz. should be beveled for best results.
Use the #126T Lubricator when sewing Unitary/Unibond type carpet.
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