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Adjustments and settings
Adjusting the differential feed
The differential feed can be adjusted by simply turning
the differential feed adjustments knob in the direction
desired.
Always make a trial run. The differential feed is
infinitely variable and can be adjusted while sewing.
Effect
Wave-free seams
2
(A)
Wave-free seams
1.5
(B)
N
Normal feed (C)
0.7
No puckering (D)
Gathering
Using the differential feed, a single layer of fabric can
be gathered before sewing it to the garment. For
example, sleeve heads and lower edges, yokes, lace
edging or frills.
A
djustment:
•
Stitch: 4 th
read overlock
•
Differential feed: 2
•
Stitch length: 3 –4
•
Cutting width: 2-3
•
Thread tension: 4-6
N
ote: When sewing without differential feed, turn the
adjustment knob to "N".
Fabric
Thick wool knits, and
knitted articles, very
stretchy fabric
Cotton, silk, synthetic
jerseys, sweatshirt fabrics
and fine knits
Woven fabrics
Fine nylon jersey, closely
woven fabrics, lining fabric
satin, poplin
Increase the thread
tension (6-8) for a
tighter gathering
20
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