SINGER 771 Touch & Sew II - Manual (Page 30)

Stitch Control in FINE Area
As the Dial is Rotated, Stitches Close Up
Correct
satin stitching
Satin stitching, a series of ciosefy spaced zig­
zag stitches that form a smooth, satin-iike sur­
face, is useful for both practical and decorative
work. The plain zig-zag stitch, for example, is
suitable for bar tacks and applique when
closed up to form a satin stitch. The F/ex/-
Stitch patterns, however, have a single stitch
length
setting
stitched.
Qi and cannot be satin-
When you wish to produce a satin stitch, make
a test sample first so that you can adjust the
stitch length and thread tension properly. Soft
fabrics may require a backing to ensure firm
satin stitching. Crisp lawn or organdy is suit­
able for this purpose. For best results use the
special purpose foot.
DIAL SETTINGS
Pattern: Plain Zig-Zag
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Needle Position: A *
Stitch Width: 2 to 5
Stitch Control: in FINE area
General Purpose Needle Plate
Special Purpose Foot
Adjusting Stitch Length
1. Set stitch control dial at bottom of FINE
area.
2. Run machine at SLOW speed.
3. Gradually turn dial downward until stitches
are closely spaced and form a sm-ooth sur­
face.
Adjusting Thread Tension
Satin stitching requires less tension than
straight stitching or open zig-zag stitching.
furthermore, the wider the satin stitch, the
lighter the tension on the thread must be. No­
tice the stitching on your sample, ff the fabric
is puckered, lower the needle-thread tension
by turning the tension dial to a lower number.
Adjusting Thread Tension
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