Necchi NL11C - Stitch Chart; Stitch Overview

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Onyouroverlockmachine,di󰀨erentstitchesareobtainedbycombiningdi󰀨erentneedle
positions, threading methods, tension settings, and the use of the 2-thread overlock converter.
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Stitch overview
The settings shown in the table below are our recommendations based on normal conditions. It
may be necessary to adjust the thread tension depending on the stitch, type of fabric and thread
youareusing.Forbestresultsmaketensionadjustmentsinsmallincrementsofnogreater
than half a number at a time. Always test sew on a sample of your fabric before sewing on your
project.
Inthetablebelow,di󰀨erentfabricweightsandtypesareexplained.Foryoutobetterunderstand
howthestitchesareformed,eachofthethreadsaredisplayedindi󰀨erentshadesofgrey.
Icon explanation sheet
Woven light
Chi󰀨on,voile,
organza, batiste, silk,
etc.
Needle position
2–thread overlock
converter
Woven medium
Cotton, chino, wool,
satin, etc.
Di󰀨erentialfeed Right needle thread
Woven heavy
Denim, canvas,
terrycloth, etc.
Stitch length Left needle thread
Stretch light
Charmeuse, nylon,
tricot, single knit
jerseys, etc.
Cutting width Upper looper thread
Stretch medium
Double knit, velour,
swimwear, etc.
Stitchngerposition
Lower looper thread
Stretch heavy
Sweaterknits,eece,
etc.
Stitch chart