2-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock - Singer 14T968 Instruction Manual

2) 2-thread Wrapped Edge Overlock

Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to D or G as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the lower looper thread tension is too tight or
needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a lower position.
-Or, move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a higher position.
When the lower looper thread tension is too loose;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a higher position.
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Needle thread
Topside
ATD:D
Fabric
Medium weight
ATD:G
Fabric
Medium weight
Needle thread
Topside
Needle thread
Topside
41
Lower looper thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Orange Blue Green Red
Spreader
Tension Dial
Orange Blue Green Red
Spreader
Lower looper thread
Underside
Lower looper thread
Underside
N
2 ~ 4
USE
Brown
Brown