SINGER 6104 User Manual
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satin stitching
When you wish to produce a satin stitch make
a test sample first so you can adjust stitch
length and thread tension properly. Soft fabric
may
require
a backing to ensure a firm stitch.
Crisp organdy, lawn or a fusible Interfacing
are suitable for this purpose.
Accessory and Selector Settings
1: d
t i t ' l l
♦ Needle Position:
♦ Stitch Width:
♦ Stitch Length: 0 to 1
♦ General Purpose Needle Plate
♦ Special Purpose Foot
ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH
♦ Turn stitch length selector dial to T
♦ Run the machine at a slow speed and grad
ually turn stitch length dial clockwise until
stitches are closely spaced and form a
smooth surface.
ADJUSTING NEEDLE THREAD TENSION
Satin stitching requires less tension than
straight stitching or open zig-zag stitching.
Furthermore, the wider the stitch, lighter
the tension on the
thread
must be. Notice the
stitching on your sample. If the fabric is puck
ered. lower the needle thread tension by
turning the tension dial to a lower number