BINDING
• Straight stitch or zig zag is a matter of preference.
• Zig Zag is more forgiving when trying to stay on the edge of the binding.
• With some types of backing the perforations of straight stitching can cause the edge to break,
especially when using the heavy #23 needle.
• Straight stitching uses less thread which means bobbin thread goes farther.
• Heavy carpets such as Berber are easier to bind with a straight stitch. The machine may skip stitches in
zig zag.
• If the binding tape is uneven, (more on top than bottom or vice versa), see page 15.1.
BINDING CORNERS
Binding corners requires some practice. A good way to learn is to cut 4 approximately 1' squares of
carpet and bind them. You will gain a lot of experience by the time you reach corner #16.
Slowing the machine down with the speed control (included with Model #155 or optional #126-N with
Model #126) will also aid in making corners, circles, and curves.
If no speed control is used, trigger the machine in short bursts, but a speed control is much more
effective.
A glue gun such as #103, #285, or #287 is necessary.
Feed roller pressure may be reduced to make turning the machine easier. When operating with less
pressure, use care not to force the machine and deflect or break the needle. Feed roller height is
changed by loosening the set screw in the lift dog (part #178 Model 126, #778 Model 155).
BASE BINDING
If base starts to curl when binding, it is usually caused by tension on the binding tape. Check the discs to
make sure they are not squeezing the tape. By-pass the tape guides on the folder and feed the tape
directly into the folder. Dry teflon lubricant #1040 may be sprayed on both sides of tape spools.
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BINDING TIPS
