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Kenmore 385.19005 User Manual

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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension for
Zigzag Stitch

For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show

on the right side (Top side) of the fabric, and the needle
thread shows slightly on the wrong side (Bottom side) of the
fabric.
See the illustrations for the correct appearance.
To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension

® Correct tension

© Right side (Top side) of fabric
@ Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the

wrong side (Bottom side) of the fabric without causing
excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to
show on the right side (Top side) of the fabric.

Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions

»Tension is too tight

® Right side (Top side) of fabric
CD Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side
of the fabric.

»Tension is too loose

© Right side (Top side) of fabric
©) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the wrong
side of the fabric.

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