Setting the stitch length adjusting wheels
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5. Remove the setscrew from one of the three mark-off openings (3).
6. Screw the setscrew into the mark-off opening for the required maximum 
stitch length. The openings are given numbers for the stitch length:
7. Turn the scale such that the 0 is exactly next to the adjusting mark.
8. Fit the upper stitch length adjusting wheel (1) and hold it using a key.
9. Tighten the screw (2).
7.4 Setting the eccentric for the forward and backward 
stitches
Proper setting
The forward and backward stitches are the same length.
As a test, sew a seam forwards, stop, and sew a seam backwards. 
The insertions of the forward and backward stitches have to lie within 
each other.
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• Tilt the upper section ( 3.3.1 Access to the machine bottom section, 
page 12)
Fig. 22: Setting the eccentric for the forward and backward stitches
Setting steps
1. Unscrew the setscrew (2).
2. Turn the eccentric screw (3) from the right through the opening in the 
base plate:
Basic position:
WARNING
Risk of injury
Crushing injuries from moving parts. 
Switch off the sewing machine before setting the 
eccentric.
2
4
3
1
2
(1) - Clamp
(2) - Setscrew
(3) - Eccentric screw
(4) - Recess