SINGER 1200 Athena - Manual (Page 64)

Maxi-Sireich Stitch {Continued)
Adjysting Heversc Stitches
For maximum strength and good appearance,
forward and reverse stitches that make up the
maxi-stretch stitch should be balanced and of
equal length. See page 24 on how to adjust
reverse stitch balance control.
Procedyre
1. Pin or baste seam.
2. Draw needle and bobbin threads under foot
to back of machine. Hold thread ends and
by turning the hand wheel
toward you, posi­
tion needle In fabric a scant 1/4-inch
(6mm) in from starting edge.
3. Lower presser foot and start machine,
toidlng thread ends at back of foo t as first
few stitches are made.
4. Guide fabric lightly, let
make the back-and-forth
stretch to the seam.
;mg
stitci
he machine
CAUTION: Do not puU fabric while you apply
gentle or firm tension, as this may deflect nee­
dle, causing it to break.
When stitching across folds and seam join­
ings. apply tension by holding seam, in front
ie presser foot, as shown, to
This type of support Is essen-
of ana oack
assist feeding,
tial for thick.
fabrics.
Straight Stretch
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