Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial - Singer MX231 Instruction Manual

Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial
Function of stitch width dial
The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 5mm;
however, the width can be reduced on any patterns. The width
increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "5".
The stitch width dial is also the control for the straight stitch
infinite needle position.
"0" is center needle position, "5" is full left needle position. (1)
(Model M3300/ M3305 /M3400 /M3405 /M3500 /M3505)
"0" is center needle position, "5" is full right needle position. (2)
(Model M3200/ M3205)
Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching (3)
Turn the Pattern Selector Dial to zig-zag.
The density of zig-zag stitches increases as the setting of
stitch length dial approaches "0".
Neat zig-zag stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below.
Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches.
Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching (4)
For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the
straight stitch setting.
Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual
stitches will decrease as the dial approaches "0". The length
of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approaches
"4".
Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing
heavier weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or
thread. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight
fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread.
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