Brother International T-8420B Instruction Manual - English - Page 27

5. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 5-6. Adjusting the stitch length 1. Unlock the stitch length dial (2) by turning the dial lock lever (1) to the right until a click is heard. 2. Turn the stitch length dial (2) clockwise or counterclockwise so that the desired stitch length is at the uppermost position on the dial. y The larger the number, the longer the stitch length will be. (The numbers on the dial are for use as a guide. The length of the finished stitches may vary depending on the type and thickness of material being sewn. Adjust while looking at the finished stitches.) y When turning the stitch length dial (2) from a larger setting to a smaller setting, it will be easier to turn the dial if the reverse lever (3) is pushed to the halfwaydown position. 3. Turn the dial lock lever (1) firmly to the left to lock the stitch length dial (2). * Check that the stitch length dial (2) does not rotate. Locked Unlocked 5-7. Using the knee lifter 2985M The presser foot (2) can be raised by pressing the knee lifter plate (1). 2907M 2908M 21 T-8420B, 8450B, 8720B, 8750B