Setting up the machine
3.4 Presser foot
Positioning the presser foot up/down
The presser foot lifter is located on the rear of the machine.
> Push the presser foot lifter upwards until it engages.
> Lower the presser foot lifter.
Lifting the front foot
By lifting the presser foot lifter above the latching position, the space between the stitch plate and presser
foot increases.
Thick layers of fabric can be placed more easily under the presser foot.
Prerequisite:
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> Pull the presser foot lifter up over the upper latching position and hold it.
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– The presser foot remains in the upper position.
– The thread tension is released.
– The machine is ready for sewing.
– The thread tension is active.
The presser foot is raised.
– The presser foot lifts another 3 - 4 mm and the presser foot front is lifted.