Brother International Innov-is NS80e Operation Manual - Page 40

Utility stitches Utility stitches CAUTION • Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts operating. For details on changing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the Presser Foot" on page 21. Overcasting Stitches Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric against c the presser foot guide, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 Presser foot guide a Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). d Check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. 1 The needle should not touch the presser foot center bar Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. ■ Using overcasting foot "G" Attach overcasting foot "G". a G Select a stitch. b No. Stitch 8 0 stitches 6 0 stitches 5 0 stitches 1 6 stitches 11 10 10 05 12 11 11 06 13 12 12 - • For details, refer to "Stitch Chart" on page 33. CAUTION • When using overcasting foot "G", be sure to select a stitch that can be used with overcasting foot "G". If you sew with the incorrect stitch, the needle may hit the presser foot, bending the needle or damaging the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot e guide. 1 Needle drop point 1 CAUTION • Be sure to pull the fabric backward after finished sewing. If you pull the fabric toward side or forward, the presser foot pin may be damaged. • If thread is tangled on the presser foot, remove the entangled thread, and then raise the presser foot lever to remove the presser foot. If the presser foot is raised while entangled with thread, the presser foot may be damaged. Press the "Start/Stop" button to stop sewing when you f are finished, and raise the presser foot and needle to pull the fabric under the presser foot towards the back of the machine. 38