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Automatic Needle Threader, Selecting Correct Thread/Needle Combination

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Automatic Needle Threader Selecting Correct Thread/Needle Combination The combination of the thread weight and the needle size is extremely important when using the automatic needle threader. Unsuitable combinations, such as using a heavy weight thread for a fine needle, may cause damage to the needle threader. Avoid using fine needles with heavy fabrics to reduce the risk of bending the needle. Using the automatic needle threader with a bent needle may cause damage to the needle threader. Fabric Woven light Woven medium Woven heavy Stretch light Stretch medium Stretch heavy Leather Vinyl Chiffon, organza, batiste, challis, crepe de chine, etc. Calico, quilting fabrics, crepe, broadcloth, velvet, etc. Denim, tweed, canvas, terrycloth, etc. Tricot, single knit jerseys, etc. Sweater knits, double knit, velour, swimwear, etc. Sweater knits, fleece, etc. Suede and leather Vinyl, faux leather and suede Thread Light weight threads: • fine cotton, polyester or silk sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • fine/normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium/heavy weight threads: • normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • top stitching thread • rayon embroidery thread Light weight threads: • fine cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Medium weight threads: • normal cotton or polyester sewing thread • rayon embroidery thread Needle Universal 130/705H 70/10-80/12 Universal 130/705H 80/12-90/14 Universal 130/705H 90/14-110/18 Stretch 130/705H-S 75/11 Stretch 130/705H-S 90/14 Stretch 130/705H-S 90/14 Stretch 130/705H-S 90/14 Universal 130/705H 80/12 Note: Specialty fabrics and threads may require a special needle for best stitch results. Refer to your PFAFF® retailer for more information on needle types and sizes for your sewing needs. Preparations 32

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Preparations
Automatic Needle Threader
Selecting Correct Thread/Needle Combination
The combination of the thread weight and the needle size is extremely important when using the automatic needle
threader. Unsuitable combinations, such as using a heavy weight thread for a fine needle, may cause damage to the
needle threader.
Avoid using fine needles with heavy fabrics to reduce the risk of bending the needle. Using the automatic needle threader
with a bent needle may cause damage to the needle threader.
Fabric
Thread
Needle
Woven
light
Chiffon, organza,
batiste, challis, crepe
de chine, etc.
Light weight threads:
• fine cotton, polyester or silk sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Universal 130/705H
70/10-80/12
Woven
medium
Calico, quilting
fabrics, crepe,
broadcloth, velvet,
etc.
Medium weight threads:
• fine/normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Universal 130/705H
80/12-90/14
Woven
heavy
Denim, tweed,
canvas, terrycloth,
etc.
Medium/heavy weight threads:
• normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• top stitching thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Universal 130/705H
90/14-110/18
Stretch
light
Tricot, single knit
jerseys, etc.
Light weight threads:
• fine cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Stretch 130/705H-S
75/11
Stretch
medium
Sweater knits,
double knit, velour,
swimwear, etc.
Medium weight threads:
• normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Stretch 130/705H-S
90/14
Stretch
heavy
Sweater knits, fleece,
etc.
Medium weight threads:
• normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Stretch 130/705H-S
90/14
Leather
Suede and leather
Medium weight threads:
• normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Stretch 130/705H-S
90/14
Vinyl
Vinyl, faux leather
and suede
Medium weight threads:
• normal cotton or polyester sewing thread
• rayon embroidery thread
Universal 130/705H
80/12
Note: Specialty fabrics and threads may require a special needle for best stitch results. Refer to your PFAFF® retailer for more
information on needle types and sizes for your sewing needs.
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