Singer 14T968DC PROFESIONAL 5 Instruction Manual 31 - Page 6

1. SELECTION OF STITCHES & AUTO TENSION This machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of Auto Tension Selected, needle positions, threading methods, and the use of convertible right looper/spreader. Stitch Type ATD : Auto Tension Dial Selected Reference Page 1. Double Chain Stitch ATD: D A 1-needle 2-thread straight stitch is used for construction or decorative stitching. Seams also can be sewn at desired distance from edge of fabric by 39 disengaging the right looper and movable knife. 2. Two-thread Wrapped Edge Overlock ATD: D ATD: G 3. Two-thread Overedge ATD: E 4. Three-thread Overlock ATD: A ATD: B 1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for seaming lightweight or stretch fabrics. It is also ideal for rolled and blind hemming. 41 A 4 mm and 6 mm overlock seam width can be obtained by changing the needle position. 1-needle 2-thread stitch is used for overedging common fabrics. It is also ideal for flatlock (butted or lapped) seams 42 and blind hemming. A 4 mm and 6 mm overedge seam width can be obtained by changing the needle position. 1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for overedging and seaming on common fabrics. A 4mm and 6 mm overlock seam 43 width can be obtained by changing the needle position. 5. Three-thread Flatlock ATD: F 6. Three-thread Ultra-Stretch Mock Safety Stitch ATD: G 7.Four-thread UltraStretch Mock Safety Stitch ATD: A 1-needle 3-thread stitch is used for butted or lapped seams and ornamental stitching with decorative thread. Also, 44 a 4 mm and 6 mm flatlock width can be obtained by changing the needle position. 2-needle 3-thread stitch that is ideal for lightweight, extremely stretchy fabrics such as tricot and spandex. 45 2-needle 4-thread stitch that is ideal for medium to heavyweight stretchy fabrics such as double knits and swim 46 Wear. 5