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B _',,, Attention: Turn power switch to off. ("0")
/ _'_ when carrying out any of the above
operations!
Change the needle regularly, especially if it is
showing signs of wear and causing problems.
Insert the needle following the illustrated
instructions.
A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten
again after inserting the new needle.
The flat side of the shaft should be towards the
back.
B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.
Needles must be in perfect condition.
Problems can occur with:
* Bent needles
- Blunt needles
- Damaged points
NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE
NEEDLE SIZE FABRICS THREAD
9-11 (70-80) Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon,
serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks, polyester or cotton wrapped
cotton knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, polyester.
woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
11-14 (80-90)
14 (90)
16 (100)
18 (110)
Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
kettleclote, sailcloth, double knits,
lightweight woollens.
Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth,
denims.
Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens,
outdoor tent and quilted fabrics,
denims, upholstery material (light to
medium).
Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers
and vinyls.
Most threads sold are medium
size and suitable for these
fabrics and needle sizes. Use
polyester threads on synthetic
materials and cotton on natural
woven fabrics for best results.
Always use the same thread on
top and bottom.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
_::_ Please Note:
- In genera/, fine threads and need/es are used for sewing fine fabrics, and thickerthreads
are used for sewing heavy fabrics.
- A/ways test thread and need/e size on a sma//piece of fabric which wi//be used for actua/
sewing.
- Use the same thread for need/e and bobbin.
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