Zigzag Stitches; Overcasting; Appliqués - Brother Innov-ís 2800D User Manual

Zigzag Stitches

Zigzag stitches are useful for a variety of applications, including overcasting and sewing appliqués and patchwork.
Note
When using the twin needle (see page 32), be sure to attach presser foot "J".
Stitch
Stitch Name
Key
Zigzag stitch (Middle)
Zigzag stitch (Middle)
Zigzag stitch (Right)
Zigzag stitch (Left)
a
Select a stitch, and then attach presser foot
"J".
Memo
" " at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key
indicates that reverse stitches are sewn when the
"Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button is pressed.
" " at the beginning of the stitch shown on the key
indicates that reinforcement stitches are sewn when
the "Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch" button is pressed.
Presser
Applications
Foot
For overcasting, mending.
Reverse stitch is sewn while
pressing "Reverse/
Reinforcement Stitch" button.
For overcasting, mending.
Reinforcement stitch is sewn
while pressing "Reverse/
Reinforcement Stitch" button.
Start from right needle position,
zigzag sew at left.
Start from left needle position,
zigzag sew at right.
Stitch Width
[mm (inch)]
Auto. Manual
3.5 0.0 - 7.0
(1/8) (0 - 1/4)
3.5 0.0 - 7.0
(1/8) (0 - 1/4)
3.5 2.5 - 5.0
(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16)
3.5 2.5 - 5.0
(1/8) (3/32 - 3/16)

■ Overcasting

Sew while making sure that the needle drops slightly
off the edge of the fabric.
a
a Needle drop point
■ Appliqués
Attach the appliqué using a temporary spray
adhesive or basting, and then sew along the edge of
the appliqué, making sure that the needle drops
slightly off the edge.
SEWING THE STITCHES
Stitch Length
Twin
[mm (inch)]
Needle
Auto. Manual
1.4 0.0 - 4.0 OK
(1/16) (0 - 3/16) ( J )
1.4 0.0 - 4.0 OK
(1/16) (0 - 3/16) ( J )
1.4 0.3 - 4.0 OK
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16) ( J )
1.4 0.3 - 4.0 OK
(1/16) (1/64 - 3/16) ( J )
3
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