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SECTION III
Sewing Basics
Example Of How To Read the Machine Set-
Up Information
Set Stitch Selection Knob
Set stitch selection knob on straight stitch.
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Set Stitch Length Knob
Set stitch length knob according to fabric weight
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(see page 36).
Set Thread Tension Dial
Set thread tension to 4. The fabric, thread and
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number of layers of fabric might change where
tension should be set.
Set Stitch Width/Needle Position Dial
Move the Stitch Width/Needle Position Dial to 5
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for center needle position or 0 for left position.
Which Presser Foot to Use
Use presser foot shown for the best sewing re-
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sult.
Metal foot – Used mainly for straight and zigzag
stitches longer than 1.0.
Satin stitch foot (Model 240 only) – The cutout
on the underside of the foot is designed for
dense stitch formation. Ideal for satin and deco-
rative stitches.
Zipper foot (Model 240 only) – Use when sew-
ing zippers into place to avoid the foot riding on
top of the zipper coil.
Blind Hem foot – The adjustable guide ensures
that the needle catches only one or two fibers of
the hem.
R: Automatic buttonhole foot (Model 240
only) – Place button in foot. The machine will
automatically sew the correct size.
4-step buttonhole foot (Model 220 only) – Use
the measurements on the foot to make a
properly sized buttonhole.
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