Singer HD0405S - Chaining off and Test Sewing

When the machine is completely threaded, bring all
of the threads over the throat plate and slightly to
the left under the presser foot.
Hold the threads and apply a slight tension.
Turn the hand wheel toward you 2 or 3 complete
turns to start the thread chain.
Lower presser foot.
Continue holding the chain and press on the foot
controller until the chain is 5 ~ 7.5cm (2 ~ 3 inches)
in length.
21. CHAINING OFF AND TEST
SEWING
Place fabric under the front of the presser foot and
sew a test sample.
Note: Do not pull on the fabric while sewing as this
may deflect the needle, causing it to break.
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