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Sewing Basics
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SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. ● Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injuries may occur or the needle may break. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. ● Make sure that the needle does not strike basting pins, otherwise the needle may break or bend. General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Power supply" (page 8). Turn on the sewing machine. a (For models equipped with the character stitch key) b Confirm that the utility stitch indicator is lit. If it is not lit, press the utility stitch key. a Utility stitch key b Utility stitch indicator Press (stitch selection keys). The number c of the selected stitch is displayed. a Designate the tens digit. b Designate the ones digit. The stitch is selected. Attach the presser foot indicated in the LCD. d 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 24). 3 Attach the presser foot. Attach the presser foot appropriate for the stitch. For details on replacing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 22). 4 Start sewing. Position the fabric, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, cut the threads. For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 25). Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. a Presser foot type • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 22). Adjusting the stitch length and width ■ [Example] Selecting stitch . Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04. a With on the right, select "4", and with on the left, select "0". 24