Brother International Innov-ís 4000D Software Users Manual/3.0 Operation - Page 12

c Select any of the following stitches. h Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to sew uniform stitches roughly 2.0-2.5 mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 inch) in length. → Free-motion quilting foot "C" is indicated in the upper-left corner of the screen. d Remove the presser foot holder. e Attach free-motion quilting foot "C" at the front with the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notch in the quilting foot. a b a Presser foot holder screw b Notch Note Make sure that the quilting foot is attached properly and not slanted. f Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver with your left hand. a Stitch i Press mode. to cancel the free-motion sewing Memo Do not be discouraged with your initial results. The technique requires practice. ■ Using Free-motion Open Toe Quilting Foot "O" The free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" is used for free-motion quilting with zigzag or decorative stitches or for free-motion quilting of straight lines on fabric with an uneven thickness. Any stitch can be sewn with the free-motion open toe quilting foot "O". a Presser foot holder screw CAUTION • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may touch the quilting foot, causing it to bend or break. g Lower the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs. to a Free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" Note Free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" can also be used with the straight stitch needle plate. We recommend using free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" with free-motion sewing of fabrics of uneven thicknesses. Memo In order to sew with a balanced tension, it may be necessary to adjust the upper thread tension. Test with a sample piece of quilting fabric. a Feed dog position switch 11