Pfaff SMARTER BY 130s User Guide - Page 24

Reinforced Straight Stitch stitch This stitch is stronger than regular straight stitch, due to the fact that it is a triple and elastic stitch. The reinforced straight stitch 6 0 2-5 0 can be used for heavy stretch fabrics, for crotch seams which are subject to consider- Set for reinforced straight stitch able strain and for topstitching heavy fabrics. The stitch is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that does not rip easily. Carefully guide the fabric while sewing as the fabric moves back and forth. Three-Step Zigzag Stitch stitch Three-step zigzag stitch is used to overcast raw edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the 1 3-5 3-6 0 edge on the right side. Set for three-step zigzag stitch The stitch can also be used as an elastic stitch to allow seams to stretch when sew- ing knit fabrics. 24