Hemmer Foot; 3-Step Zig-Zag - Bernina Bernette 55 Manual

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Hemmer foot

Presser foot available as optional accessorie
For hems in fine or sheer fabrics.
Set the machine as illustrated.
Pattern selector on " ".
Set stitch length control between
"2.5" - "4".
Turn the stitch width dial to "0".
Neaten the edge of the fabric. At the
beginning of the hem, turn under the edge
twice by about 3 mm (1/8") and sew 4-5
stitches to secure. Pull the thread slightly
towards the back. Insert the needle into
the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide
the fold into the scroll on the foot. (1)
Gently pull the fabric edge towards you
and lower the presser foot. Begin sewing,
guiding the fabric into the scroll by holding
it upright and slightly to the left. (2)
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3-step zig-zag

Sewing on lace and elastic, darning,
mending, reinforcing edges.
Set the machine as illustrated. Pattern
selector on " ".
Set stitch length control between
"1" - "2".
Set stitch width control between
"3" - "5". (model 55)
Set stitch width control between
"3" - "7". (model 65/80e/90e)
Place patch in position. The stitch length
can be shortened to produce very close
stitches. (1)
When mending tears, it is advisable to use
a piece of backing fabric to reinforce. The
stitch density can be varied by adjusting
the stitch length. First sew over the center
and then overlap on both sides. Depending
on the type of fabric and damage, sew
between 3 and 5 rows. (2)