Thread Tension
Correct tension
The illustration to the left shows a seam sewn at the
correct tension. Note that you may need to adjust the
thread tension depending on the fabric and thread being
used.
q
Wrong side of fabric
w
Right side of fabric
e
Right needle thread
r
Upper looper thread
t
Lower looper thread
Thread tension adjustment
1. Set the tension dials as shown on page 42.
2. Sew and check the tension.
3. If the tension on the test piece is not satisfactory, you
can adjust the thread tension with thread tension dial.
Rolled hemming
Picot edging
q
w
e
r
t
q
t
w
e
r
Narrow hemming
q
w
e
r
t
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