SINGER 9970 - Manual (Page 43)

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Shank : This is an optional accessory.
This shank is also known as a presser foot holder and should be used
when sewing with the following presser feet.
Adjustable Bias Binder, Braiding Foot, Chenille Stitching Foot, Edge
Joining Foot, Fancy Trim Foot, Gathering Foot, Non-Stick Foot, Seam
Guide Foot and Stitch in the Ditch Foot.
Machine Preparation
1. Remove the current shank (presser foot holder), by loosening the
presser foot thumbscrew.
2. Put the new shank on the presser foot bar. Tighten the presser foot
thumbscrew.
Sewing Instructions
1. Follow the instructions for Adjustable Bias Binder, Braiding Foot,
Chenille Stitching Foot, Edge Joining Foot, Fancy Trim Foot,
Gathering Foot, Non-Stick Foot, Seam Guide Foot or Stitch in the
Ditch Foot.
Adjustable Bias Binder Foot : This is an optional accessory.
The Adjustable Bias Binder Foot covers fabric edges with bias tapes.
This foot adjusts to fit bias tapes 1/4” to 3/4” in width.
1. Thread the top of the machine and bobbin with all-purpose sewing
thread.
2. Snap on the Adjustable Bias Binder Foot.
3. Use the screw on the right side of the bracket to adjust the width of
the opening to fit the bias tape.
4. Cut the end of the bias tape to a 45 degree angle. Insert the bias
tape from the outside of the bracket, into the slot that matches its
width and pull it down under the presser foot.
5. Place the edge to be bound into the groove on the left side of the
bracket.
6. Loosen the screw on top, in the back, and adjust the bracket as
needed.
7. Select a narrow ZigZag, Straight or Decorative Stitch.
8. Sew slowly, keeping the fabric to be bound snugly under the groove
as you sew.