Preparations
Disengaging the IDT™ System
Raise the presser foot. Hold the IDT™ system with two
fingers at the ribbed ankle. Pull the IDT™ system down,
then pull it away from you to release the IDT™ system
slowly upward.
Needles
The sewing machine needle plays an important role in
successful sewing. Use only quality needles. We
recommend needles of system 130/705H. The needle
package included with your machine contains needles
of the most frequently used sizes.
Universal Needle
Universal needle.
Universal needles have a slightly rounded point and
come in a variety of sizes. For general sewing in a
variety of fabric types and weights.
Stretch needle - marked yellow.
Stretch needles have a special scarf to eliminate skipped
stitches when there is a flex in the fabric. For knits,
swimwear, fleece, synthetic suedes and leathers.
Embroidery needle - marked red.
Embroidery needles have a special scarf, a slightly
rounded point and a slightly larger eye to avoid damage
to thread and materials. Use with metallic and other
specialty threads for embroidery and decorative sewing.
Denim needle —marked blue.
Denim needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly
woven fabrics without deflecting the needle. For canvas,
denim, microfibers.
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