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ROLLED EDGE SEWING
The rolled edge stitch is appropriate for lightweight fabrics such as lawn, voil, organdy, crepe, etc. The rolled edge is achieved
by adjusting the thread tension to make the fabric edge roll under the fabric while overlocking. Adjust the thread tension to
from curling into the seam.
COVERSTITCH SEWING
The Coverstitch can be used for covering, binding or top-stitching necklines and for hemming the bottom of T-shirts and
be used for woven fabrics.
Machine Set Up
3. If inserted, remove needle B and needle A.
4. Install needles C, D and/or E depending on desired Coverstitch.
distance, in cm and inches, from Coverstitch middle needle. Use it as a guide when positioning the fabric edge.
7. Close front cover.
Securing the Coverstitch Seam End
Chaining off is not possible after sewing Coverstitch because it causes the seam
to unravel when the looper thread is pulled out at the end of sewing. Therefore,
secure the seam end in the following manner.
illustration.
2. Tie these threads with the looper threads.
3. Cut extra threads.
1. Raise the presser foot and turn the handwheel one full rotation away from
unraveling.
knot the threads in the same manner as described above.
3. Cut extra threads.
Note: Normally, the seams at the start of sewing do not unravel, but it is wise to secure the seam
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). The graduations on the Coverstitch table indicate the
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