Gimp Thread Sewing Foot; Inserting The Gimp Thread - Pfaff hobbylock 799 Instruction Manual

Gimp thread sewing foot
This special sewing foot is used for
sewing in gimp threads (cords, synthe
tic threads) up to a thickness of 1.0
mm. By this means a wavy, i.e. more
firm hem finish is achieved (e.g. on
wedding dresses, curtains, etc.).
Preparing the machine
Set thread regultor 41 at N.
Differential
feed setting:
Needle:
Stitch width:
Stitch length:
Thread tension
(see section
on rolled
hems)
Inserting the gimp thread
1. Raise sewing foot and set needle up.
2. Engage upper knife.
3. Place fabric under the sewing foot.
4. Thread gimp thread (cord) through
hole 1, then place it in guide 2 of the
sewing foot shoe.
5. Sew a test seam.
set at
—
insert needle C
3 to 4 mm
1.0 to 1.5 mm
right looper approx N
left looper+ 5
needle thread approx. N
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