Securing ends – Sears OVERLOCK 385. 564180 User Manual
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SECTION 3; LEARN THE STITCHES
Securing Ends
To avoid unravelling, it is necessary to leave a thread chain about 5 cm (2") long at the beginning and end ot seam. To secure the beginning and end of a seam choose
one ot the following methods.
A.
Separate the end of threads and knot.
B. Thread the chain through a large eyed needle, and weave that chain through the overlook stitches on the fabric.
C.
Cut the chain at the edge ot fabric. Then apply a small amount ot seam sealant (Fray Check TM or Fray-No-Wlore TM) on the end of the threads.
D.
Backstitchmg
1.
Before putting your fabric in the machine, sew a thread chain about 5 cm !2") long behind the needle.
2.
Put your fabric m the machine. Then serge a tew stitches and stop.
3.
Raise the presser toot and bring the thread chain to the left around and under the presser foot.
4.
Place the thread chain between the presser foot and upper knife, holding it in position as you lower the presser toot to sew.
5.
After sewing about 2,5 cm (1"i, move the chain to the right and under the upper knife, cutting the chain as you sew.
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