Adjustments and settings
Adjusting the differential feed
The differential feed can be adjusted by simply turning
the differential feed adjustments knob in the direction
desired.
Always make a trial run. The differential feed is
infinitely variable and can be adjusted while sewing.
Effect Fabric
2
Wave-free seams
(A)
Thick wool knits, and
knitted articles, very
stretchy fabric
1.5
Wave-free seams
(B)
Cotton, silk, synthetic
jerseys, sweatshirt fabrics
and fine knits
N Normal feed (C) Woven fabrics
0.7 No puckering (D)
Fine nylon jersey, closely
woven fabrics, lining fabric
satin, poplin
Gathering
Using the differential feed, a single layer of fabric can
djustment:
read overlock Increase the thread
ote: When sewing without differential feed, turn the
be gathered before sewing it to the garment. For
example, sleeve heads and lower edges, yokes, lace
edging or frills.
A
• Stitch: 4 th
• Differential feed: 2 tension (6-8) for a
• Stitch length: 3 –4 tighter gathering
• Cutting width: 2-3
• Thread tension: 4-6
N
adjustment knob to “N”.
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