Singer H74 Instruction Manual 2 - Page 39

NEEDLE POSITION AND STITCH LENGTH B-05 T 0.0 2.0 3.5 5.0 7.0 0.5 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 Changing the needle position These setting apply only to Direct Patterns 1-4, or B Group Patterns 01-05. The pre-set position is "3.5", center position. When you press the " – " of stitch width adjustment button, the needle position will be moved to the left. When you press the " + " of stitch width adjustment button, the needle position will be moved to the right. On the LCD screen, the point illustration and the number indicate the needle position. Changing the stitch length To shorten the stitch length, press the " – " of stitch length adjustment button. For a longer stitch length, press the " + " of stitch length adjustment button. Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. ZIGZAG STITCHES T 0.0 1.0 3.0 5.0 7.0 0.5 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 Adjusting the stitch width The maximum stitch width for zigzag stitching is "7.0"; however, the width can be reduced for most patterns. The width increases or decreases as you press the "+" or "–" stitch width adjustment buttons from "0.0-7.0". Adjusting the stitch length The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length approaches "0.3". Neat zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "1.0-2.5". Closed up zigzag stitches (close together) are referred to as a satin stitch. 34