Better Know a Serger -
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you’re serging, the presser foot should always be in the down position. Every serger comes with a standard presser foot that works for most basic sewing tasks. Some sergers also come with a few additional presser feet designed especially for other tasks, such as attaching trim or inserting elastic. Your serger dealer or manufacturer carries many other useful specialty feet to purchase separately. Knife (8): As the fabric moves through the machine, the knife trims away the seam allowance before the needles form the seam. For most serger projects, a 1⁄4” seam allowance is appropriate. The knife can also be disengaged if needed.
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Throatplate and Feed Dogs (9): The throatplate is the removable metal plate that protects the feed dogs. The small metal bars move back and forth, pulling or “feeding” the fabric under the presser foot as you serge.
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Adjustment Knobs (10): In addition to the hand wheel, there will be a secondary “wheel” that is notched where you can adjust the differential feed and/or stitch length.
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Foot Pedal: This pedal controls the serger’s motor, so the harder you press, the faster it goes. It rests on the floor and is attached to the serger by a cord.
Enjoy the freedom of the air threading system on the HUSQVARNA® VIKING® AMBER™ Air S | 400 overlock machine in addition to 15 stitches and even serging to make sewing your knit garment a success!
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