Singer 4411 Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial, Function of stitch width dial

￿￿Stitch Width Dial & Stitch Length Dial

Function of stitch width dial

The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is 5mm; however, the width can be reduced on any patterns. The width increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "6". (1)

The Stitch Width Dial is also the control for the straight stitch infinite needle position. "0" position is full left, "6" is full right and between "2" and "3" is center needle position.

Function of stitch length dial while zig-zag stitching

Set the Pattern Selector Dial to zig-zag.

The density of zig-zag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches "0".

Standard zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "3" or below. (2) Dense zig-zag stitches are called satin stitches. (2)

Function of stitch length dial for when straight stitching

For straight stitch sewing, turn the Pattern Selector Dial to the straight stitch setting. Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual stitches will decrease as the dial approached "0". The length of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approaches "4". Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread.

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