This foot is used for attaching elastic tape to the garment and the amount of contraction of the elastic tape can be adjusted as required.
To Suit The Following Models:
14HD Series | 14U Series. A change of shank is required. Shank needed is 554239 |
14SH | SE017 |
How to use:
Preparing the machine:
- Needle left or right, or both left and right
- Stitch type: Three-thread overlock or four thread ultra-stretch mock safety stitch
- Stitch length: 3-4mm
- Differential feed lever: Normal position
- Upper knife: Working or non-working position.
Sewing:
- Before attaching the sewing foot to the machine, pass the elastic tape through the presser foot and adjust stretch with adjusting screw.
- Attach presser foot to the machine
- Sew 2-3 stitches while pulling the elastic tape lightly to the rear of the machine.
- Continue to sew the elastic tape onto the fabric while lightly pulling the end of the elastic tape.