Kenmore 385.166551 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
Elastic (for wide elastic band)
Use this technique when applying elastic to lingerie.
A soft elastic band is recommended.
(Uneven or skipped stitches may occur on thick or hard
elastic bands).
Machine setting
Number of threads: 4
Number of needles: 2
Differential feed ratio: 1.0
Stitch length: 3
Needle thread tensions (Gold & Blue): 3 to 6
Upper looper thread tension (Red): 3 to 6
Lower looper thread tension (Green): 3 to 6
Lower looper pre-tension setting slider: STD
Needle plate setting knob: S
Method
(_ Right side
Seam allowance
Disengage upper knife (refer to page 18).
Place elastic on top of the right side of fabric and even
with the raw edge.
Serge on elastic side along the edge, stretching elastic
in front of the needle while guiding both edges along
the guideline of the needle plate.
Turn elastic up and press fabric down.
Engage upper knife.
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