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The Elastic Foot is used for inserting elastic into a seam. It can be used for
swimwear, lingerie and other sewing projects.
Machine Preparation
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Differential Feed:
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Needles:
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Upper Knife:
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Stitch Length:
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Foot:
Sewing Instructions
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Set the needles at the highest position
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Raise the presser foot
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Loosen screw (2), which will allow the brake (1) to be raised
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Insert the elastic tape (3) into the foot under the brake and run it through to the back of the foot
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Tighten screw (2); the more you tighten, the more pressure will be added to the brake (1),
causing the elastic to stretch even more
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Lay the seam under the presser foot, lining up the fabric to sew a 5/8" seam
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Lower the presser foot and begin to sew
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When seam is complete, continue to sew over the elastic for approximately 1 to 2 inches. Cut
elastic and remove from machine.
ELASTIC FOOT
Set to "N"
Use both the right & left needle for wider elastic, right needle for narrow
elastic
Engaged
Set to 3 or 4
Attach (snap-on) elastic foot
Additional Presser Feet page 3
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