Kenmore 385.115518 User Manual
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In the ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on top of the
fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the under side. See below
for the correct appearance. Adjust the top thread tension for the best
match in your sewing conditions.
For Zigzag Stitch
Too Tight
Too Loose
Just Right
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight
— The points of the
zigzag will pull
together on top of
the stitch.
Too Loose:
The top thread
will loop through
the points on the
bottom of the
stitch and will be
pulled almost
together.
Just Right:
—
Minimize
the
amount
of
top
thread
visible
on
the bottom side of
fabric
without
causing
excessive
puckering
or
causing
the
bottom
thread
to
show
on
the
top
side.
Results
vary
with
fabric,
thread
and sewing condi
tions.
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