Brother International LS2300PRW Users Manual - English and Spanish - Page 23
Stitch width knob, Stitch length knob, Needle position selector
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Stitch width knob The width of the zigzag stitch is regulated by operating the stitch width knob. The numbers above the knob represent the stitch width in millimeters (mm). The larger numbers set a wider stitch width. When the knob is set at 0, a straight stitch is sewn. a Stitch width knob Note ● Do not move the knob while the needle is in the fabric. ● When using the twin needle, the knob should always be set below 3. a Stitch length knob b Shorter 2 c Longer Needle position selector By shifting this lever to L (left), M (middle) or R (right), you can sew straight and zigzag stitches on the baseline. When you sew close to the edge of the fabric, select L or R so the fabric is fed more easily. This selector should be set at M (middle) for almost all stitches, but set it to other positions for the following applications. 1. Buttonhole sewing (see "Buttonhole sewing" on page 30.) 2. Button sewing (see "Button sewing" on page 31.) 3. Satin stitches (see "Satin stitches" on page 36.) Stitch length knob The stitch length is regulated by turning this knob. The numbers above the knob represent the stitch length in millimeters (mm). The larger numbers set a longer stitch length. When the knob is set to 0, the fabric is not fed. This setting is used for sewing on a button. The F area is used for making a Satin Stitch (a close zigzag stitch), which can be used in making buttonholes and decorative stitches. The position needed for making the Satin Stitch may need to be adjusted according to the fabric and thread being used. To determine the correct knob position, first test the length settings on a fabric scrap. Note ● Do not move the selector while the needle is in the fabric. ● Always set the selector to M when using the twin needle. 22