ALDI Easy Home MD 17329 - Straight Stitch; Zigzag Stitch

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Sewing
Stitch type settings
The program selection dial is used to set the stitch types. Make sure
that the needle is at its highest position before changing the stitch
type.
Always test the stitching on a swatch before using a stitch program
for your actual work.
All the stitch patterns are summarised in the table in
section “Program selection” on page 49.
Please read “Removing and fi tting the presser foot” on
page 42 for instructions on attaching and removing
the presser foot.
Straight stitch
Suitable for general sewing and for top-stitching.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Program: ................................................................................................................... A and B
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................0 to 4
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
The wrong pivot point can cause damage when using a
twin needle.
− In this case, set the needle high in the pivot point.
Zigzag stitch
The zigzag stitch is one of the most commonly used stitches. It can
be used for many different things, for example hemming, appliqué,
and monograms.
Before you use the zigzag stitch, sew a few straight stitches to
reinforce the stitching.
Presser foot: ..................................................................................................Standard foot
Program: ............................................................................................................................... C
Stitch width: .................................................................................................................1 to 4
Stitch length: ................................................................................................................1 to 4
There are fi ve different stitch widths between programs B and C
which are only available on the zigzag stitch setting.
− Slowly turn the program selection dial on from program B in
order to select a different stitch width.
TIPS FOR ZIGZAG STITCHES
For a better zigzag stitch, the upper thread tension must be lower
than for straight stitches.
The upper thread should be slightly visible on the underside of the
fabric.