Selection of stitches, Reference page, Handy reference chart – SINGER 14T970C User Manual

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9. SELECTION OF STITCHES

This machine is capable of producing 4 types of stitches according to the combination of needie positions, threading

methods, tension adjustment.

Stitch Type

Reference

Page

1. Double

Chain Stitch

A1-needie 2-thread straight stitch is

used for construction or decorative
stitching. Seams also can be sewn at
desired distance from edge of fabric
by disengaging the right iooper and
movabie knife.

2. Cover Stitch

Narrow
(2.8mm)

2-needie, 3-thread cover stitch is
suitabie for stretchy fabrics such as
knits, etc.

A narrow seam is formed by using ieft

and middle needles.

3. Cover Stitch

Wide (5.6mm)

2-needle 3-thread cover stitch is
suitable for stretchy fabrics such as
knits, etc.

A wide seam is formed by using left

and right needles.

4. Triple Cover

Stitch
(5.6mm)

3-needle 4-thread cover stitch is
suitable for stretchy fabrics such as
knits, etc.

A triple seam is formed by using left,

middle, and right needle.

10. HANDY REFERENCE CHART

The thread tension becomes tighter as the diais are turned to higher numbers. The tension settings shown on this page as weli as throughout
the instruction book are suggested guides. Adjust thread tensions to suit the fabric and size of thread of thread used. For best results make
tension adjustments in smali increments of no greater than haif a number at a time.

When chainstitching under conditions given in No.1, set stitch iength to over 2mm.

* When cover stitching under conditions given in No.2,3,4, set stitch iength to over N (2.5mm).