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START
STOP
Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt
carriers where extra strength is needed.
• Start sewing
Start the machine and sew until the machine stops
automatically. The machine will sew a tacking 1.5 cm
(5/8˝ ) long.
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1.5 cm (5/8˝)
NOTE:
The machine will cut the threads at the end of sewing
automatically if the thread cutter icon is indicated on the
LCD display (refer to page 20).
• Sewing a shorter tack
To sew a tack shorter than 1.5 cm (5/8˝), first stop the
machine after sewing the required length, then press the
reverse stitch button.
The tack length has been determined.
Start the machine again and continue sewing until the
machine stops automatically.
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Required length
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Reverse stitch button
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Tack length
• Sewing a same-size tacking
Simply start the machine to sew another tack at the
same size.
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Tacking
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Stitch pattern:
29
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Thread tension dial:
3 to 6
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Presser foot:
Satin stitch foot F
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