3–Thread Flatlock, Wide (and Narrow)
For sewing fabrics together with a decorative effect either with the flatlock side or the ladder stitch side.
Create varying effects by threading the loopers with decorative thread, such as 40 weight rayon.
Note: Use the right needle instead for a narrow stitch. Recommended thread tension settings within brackets in the chart.
3–Thread Stretch Overlock
For sewing extra stretchy fabrics. Add additional stretch by using a stretchy type thread in the lower
looper. Change the thread tension accordingly.
Note: Not recommended for heavy weight fabrics.
2–Thread Overedge, Wide (and Narrow)
For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics (2-thread overlock converter required).
Note: Use the right needle instead for a narrow stitch. Recommended thread tension settings within brackets in the chart.
2–Thread Wrapped Overlock, Wide (and Narrow)
Gives a beautiful finish to lightweight fabrics (2-thread overlock converter required).
Note: Use the right needle instead for a narrow stitch. Recommended cut width and thread tension settings within brackets
in the chart.
30 – SEWING
Left
1.0
3~4
Both
1.0
2-3
Left
1.0
2~3
Left
1.0
2~3
NORM/
N/R
TIGHT
NORM
N
-
NORM/
N/R
TIGHT
NORM
N
NORM/
N/R
TIGHT
NORM
N
Yes
NORM/
N/R
TIGHT
NORM
N
Yes
THREAD TENSION
0-2
(–)
–
(0)
THREAD TENSION
Yes
3
2
THREAD TENSION
0
(–)
–
(0)
THREAD TENSION
4~6
(–)
–
(5~7)
0
(0)
8-9
(3-7)
-
1-2
–
(–)
9
(9)
–
(–)
1-3
(4~6)