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SETTING STITCH LENGTH
The stitch length selector dial controls the length of
both straight and zig-zag stitching. The numerals from,
1 to 4 represent the length of each stitch in millimeters:
the higher the number, the longer the stitch. Generally,
shorter stitches are best for lightweight fabric, longer
ones for heavier fabric. The area between 0 and 1 rep-
resents less than 1 mm. long, and is used for closed
zig-zag or satin stitching.
• To shorten stitch length, turn dial clockwise to a
lower number.
• To lengthen stitch length, turn dial counterclock-
wise to a higher number.
For reverse stitching, push in on push button located
in center of dial. hold in until reverse stitching is com-
pleted. then release push button. Push button can be
pushed in while machine is sewing.
REGULATING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE
The pressure regulates the pressure that the presser
foot exerts on the fabric. Correct pressure is important
to make the fabric feed smoothly and evenly without
being marred.
• To increase pressure, turn dial to a higher number.
Heavy or crisp fabrics require heavier pressure.
• To decrease pressure, turn dial to a lower number.
Lightweight or soft fabrics. or those with a pile (like
velvet) require lighter pressure.
• For darning, turn dial to 0.
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