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Using the seam guide lines
The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover
help you to measure seam allowance.
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e
w
q
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric
The black button locks the zigzag foot to avoid
slipping when sewing from the extreme edge or
sewing across the hem.
z Lower the needle into the fabric at the point to start
sewing.
x Lower the foot while pushing the black button in.
The foot is locked in the horizontal position.
c The foot will be unlocked automatically after
sewing several stitches.
q Black button
NOTE:
The number indicates the distance from the center
needle position.
q Guide lines
w Center needle position
e Distance from the center needle position
Numbers 15 20 4/8" 5/8" 6/8"
Distance (cm) 1.5 2.0 1.3 1.6 1.9