Reverse Stitching; Setting Stitch Length - Kenmore 50 Instructions Manual

SETTING STITCH LENGTH
The stitch regulator controls the stitch length. Set lever to any
desired stitch length position between 0 and 4, and set by turn-
ing knob clockwise until it stops. At No. 4 the longest stitch is
obtained. The size of stitch selected will depend on fabric you
are sewing. To lengthen stitch, turn the knob counter clockwise
until the lever can be lowered to the position desired.
REVERSE STITCHING
Raise lever for reverse stitching. Lower lever for forward
stitching.
It is best to begin and end most seams with reverse stitching
often called back tacking.
FASTENING A SEAM
Lower needle into fabric. Lower presser foot and move lever
up for reverse stitching. Turn hand wheel toward you and
stitch until needle reaches beginning of seam. Push lever
down and complete seam. Fasten end of same. Cut thread
with cutter.
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