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Original issue
May 2009
Service Manual
HZL-27Z
Model
12. Thread tension
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Checking
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1. Set the dial at ‘5’.
2. Put the polyester #60 thread between tension discs and pull it to check tension.
3. Recommended dial tension is 40 to 50 g.
*Bobbin case tension is 14 to 18 g.
*Check the balance of upper and lower threads by sewing zigzag stitch.
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Adjustment
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1.
Remove front cover.
2.
Remember the current dial position.
3.
Remove screw and take off the dial.
4.
Shift engagement point of gear.
Tension is too weak
→
Set to larger value.
Tension is too strong
→
Set to smaller value.
Shift engagement point of gear to
change standard value of
tension.