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SECTION 4. UTILITY STITCHES
Basic Zigzag
Machine setting
Stitch: 2
Stitch width: 1 – 5
Stitch length: 0.5 – 3
Thread tension: 2 – 5
Presser foot: A
Simple zigzag stitching is widely used for overcasting,
sewing on buttons etc.
Adjust the stitch length to suit your sewing needs.
NOTE:
Use a stabilizer for stretch fabrics such as tricot and
knits to prevent puckering.
Overcasting
Machine setting
Stitch pattern: 2
Stitch width: 5
Stitch length: 1
2
Thread tension: 3 – 7
Presser foot: C (Model 340)
Model 320)
Model 340:
Overcasting is used to prevent fabrics from raveling at
raw edges. It can be used to finish a hem edge.
Place the edge of the fabric next to the guide of foot and
sew while guiding the fabric edge along the guide.
Guide
CAUTION:
Do not set the stitch width less than 5 when using foot
C ; the needle may hit the foot causing the needle to
bend or break.
Model 320:
Sew while guiding the fabric so the needle drops off the
fabric edge on the right.
Model 340
Model 320
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Elna 320-340 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual
320-340 Owners Manual/ User Guide