Adjust the top thread tension – Sears 385.12514 User Manual

Page 15

Attention! The text in this document has been recognized automatically. To view the original document, you can use the "Original mode".

Adjust the Top Thread Tension

SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers ot

fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.

If you look at the stitch, tront and back, you will notice that there are no gaps,

that each stitch is smooth and even.

When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top
thread.

Choose the Correct Tension:

The best tension will depend on;

...-......... the stiffness and thickness of the fabric

the number of fabric layers
the type ot stitch

The top thread shows through the

bottom of the fabric. The bottom side
of the stitch will feel bumpy.

The bobbin thread will come through

the top of the fabric. The top side of
the stitch will feel bumpy.