Needles - ELNA 745 User Manual

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Thread Chain Looper Tension (Brown)
Thread the chain looper tension for either
5 thread stitch or after selecting any stitch
in program 10.
Example:
•
Yellow N – 5 Thread: thread chain
looper.
•
Empty space – 3 Thread Wide and
Overlock 3: do not thread chain
looper.

Needles

The machine is supplied with Schmetz brand
EL x 705 needles. This is an industrial type
needle that ensures proper stitch formation at
high speeds. The scarf (cut out groove on
needle back) is important because it allows
the looper to come near the needle to catch
the thread and form a stitch. EL x 705 needles
are available in two sizes – 80/12 and 90/14.
It is possible to use conventional sewing
machine needles – 130/705H – for special
threads and fabrics.
Common stitch problems can often be traced
directly to the needle.
•
Needle inserted incorrectly. (Flat side
should be to the back.)
•
Needle not pushed up high enough into
position. (See page 36.)
•
Needle is dull or has burrs. (Change
needles frequently; even new needles can
have imperfections.)
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