Singer H74 instruction manual Needle Position and Stitch Length, Zigzag Stitches

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NEEDLE POSITION AND STITCH LENGTH

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Changing the needle position

These setting apply only to Direct Patterns 1-4, or B Group Pattern 05. The pre-set position is "3.5", center position. When you press the " . " of stitch width adjustment button, the needle position will be moved to the left. When you press the " + " of stitch width adjustment button, the needle position will be moved to the right. On the LCD screen, the point illustration and the number indicate the needle position.

Changing the stitch length

To shorten the stitch length, press the " . " of stitch length adjustment button. For a longer stitch length, press the " + " of stitch length adjustment button.

Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be.

ZIGZAG STITCHES

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Adjusting the stitch width

The maximum stitch width for zigzag stitching is "7.0"; however, the width can be reduced for most patterns. The width increases or decreases as you press the "+" or "." stitch width adjustment buttons from "0.0-7.0".

Adjusting the stitch length

The density of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length approaches "0.3".

Neat zigzag stitches are usually achieved at "1.0-2.5".

Closed up zigzag stitches (close together) are referred to as a satin stitch.

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Contents Page Symbol Instructions Important Safety Instructions Contents Contents Principal Parts of the Machine Machine Control Buttons Operation buttons see page 24/25/26Function buttons see page 27/28/29 Selection buttons see page 30/31 Alphabet LCD ScreenElongation MemoryPatterns Pattern ChartAlphabets Accessories StandardOptional Connecting the machine Connecting the Machine to the Power SourceBobbin winding Winding the BobbinWinding the Bobbin Inserting the Bobbin Threading the Upper Thread Threading the Upper Thread Using the Needle Threader Cutting the Thread Drawing UP the Lower ThreadTWO-STEP Presser Foot Lifter Adjusting Presser Foot PressureStarting Sewing Start/stop buttonFoot control Thread Tension Changing the Presser Foot Application Needle Presser Foot Presser Foot ChartPlease Note Raise or Lower the Feed Dogs Replacing the NeedleOperation Buttons Reverse button Auto-lock button Needle up/down position button Function Buttons Function Buttons Twin needle button see Mirror button seeSelection Buttons Memory button Clear button Edit buttonFree arm Sewing TipsSewing corners ReverseMore Features Installing the extension tableSewing on heavy fabrics Zigzag Stitches Needle Position and Stitch LengthStretch Stitches Using the overcasting foot Using the all purpose footOvercasting Stitches Blind Hems Button Sewing Buttonhole Sewing Lightly hold the end of the upper thread and start sewing 17 B-18 19 B-20 B-21 22 B-23 B-24 25 B-26 Making corded buttonholes BAR Tack Stitch Eyelet Stitch Darning Stitch 2mm Inserting a centered zipper Zipper InsertionInserting a lapped zipper Narrow Hemming Rolled hem foot is an optional accessorySingle cording Triple cording CordingSatin Stitch Sewing EDGE/QUILTING Guide Straight Stitch Foot is an optional accessoryGathering Gathering foot is an optional accessorySmocking Darning Free Motion SewingMonogramming EmbroideryWalking Foot Side Cutter Roller FootStraight Stitch Foot Open TOE Foot Piecing FootEdge Joining Foot NON-STICK Foot Invisible Zipper FootDecorative Topstitching FagotingScallop Stitch Scallop hemScallop edging Elongation Mirror Image Regardless of what kind of sewing will be carried out Using the Twin NeedleCombining patterns or letters MemoryAdding patterns or letters Clearing patterns or letters Editing patternsRecalling and sewing the memorized pattern Instruction animation message display Sewing machine is experiencing a problemReturn bobbin winder shaft to left Buzzer Sound Cleaning the hook MaintenanceCleaning the screen Cleaning the sewing machine surfaceMaintenance Problem Cause Correction Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause Correction Reference Stitch Adjustment Reference Chart Group patterns-10 Direct patternsGroup patterns-50 Darning Group patterns-66 Auto 021H7A0101 Apr/11 Singer H74H74A/B5