Adjust the needle thread tension for zigzag stitch, Correct tension, Tension is too tight – Sears 38512102 User Manual
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Adjust 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 needle thread shows
slightly on the wrong side (bottom side).
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To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension.
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(D Right side (Top side) of fabric
Minimize amount of needle thread visible on the vwong «Tension is too tight (T) Right side (Top side) of fabric (D Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric Corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right wL LCtLI! iL>.. • tension is too loose 0 Right side (Top side) of fabric (f) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric The needle thread loops through wrong side (bottom side) OA
side (bottom side) of fabric without causing excessive
puckering or causing bobbin thread to show on the right
side (top side) of fabric.
Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing condition.
of fabric and is pulled almost together.