Sears KENMORE 385.1915 User Manual

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SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHÍNE FOR SEWING

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The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of
fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.

If you look at the stitch, front 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 of 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.