
Upper thread tension
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- Basic thread tension setting is: "4"
- To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number
up. To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number
down.
- Proper setting of tension is important to good sewing.
- For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer
stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread
appears on the bottom side of your fabric.
Thread tension is too loose for straight stitch sewing. Turn
dial to higher number.
Thread tension is too tight for straight stitch sewing. Turn
dial to lower number.
Normal thread tension for zig zag and decorative sewing.
Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing.
Surface
Reverse side
Upper thread
Bobbin thread