Kenmore 385.16231 - Manual (Page 64)

SECTION IV. ZIGZAG STITCH SEWING
Basic Zigzag
(1)
Stitch selector: 5
d) Stitch width: 1 to 6.5
d) Stitch length: Red zone
® Needle thread tension; 3 to 5
(DPresser foot A:
Zigzag foot
The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and versatile
stitches- !t can be a utility stitch for button sewing,
buttonhole making, hemming, overcasting, mending and
darning.
It can also be used to decorate with trims, appligues and
cut work or as a decorative stitch.
Satin Stitch
® Stitch selector:
(2) Stitch Width:
d Stitch length:
0 Needle thread tension:
® Presser foot F;
(|) Pressure adjusting ¡ever: 5
2 to 6.5
0 5 to 1
3 to 8
Satin stitch foot
1 to 2
The satin stitch is often used to decorate and overcast the
raw edge on blankets, linens, tablecloths, and napkins. It is
aiso attractive in applique.
For best results, test the stitch on the fabric being used,
A tight satin stitch may pucker some lightweight fabrics,