E&R Classic KPN5000 User Manual - page 11
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The needle thread
and
the bobbin
thread should interlock in the center
of two
layers
of
fabric
in straight
seams.
Set
the
desired
number
of
the
thread
tension
dial
at setting mark.
Loosen the needle thread
tension by moving the dial
to a lower number.
Tighten the needle thread
tension by moving the dial
to a higher number.
To obtain
better zigzag stitches, the
upper
tension
should
be
slightly
lower
than in
the case of straight
sewing.
The
upper
thread should
appear slightly on the reverse side of
the fabric.
Balancing Needle Thread Tension
Setting mark
Loosen
Tinghten
The needle thread is
too tight.
The needle thread is
too loose.
Thtead Tension for Zigzag Sewing
Raise presser foot and hold the needle thread
lightly with your left hand.
Turn the balance wheel slow ly towards you
with
your right hand until the needle goes
down
and
continue turning
balance wheel
unti l the take-up lever is at its highest positi on.
Lightly draw up the needle thread forming a
Pull 15 cm (6")
of both
threads back and
under the presser foot.
loop of the bobbin thread.
Drawing up Bobbin Thread
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