For Zigzag Stitch
In a correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of
fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below for the
correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the top tension.
Top tension
Too Tight
f
Top side of Fabric
Top tension
TOO Loose
f
Too side of Fabric
Just Right
r
Top side of Fabric
Reverse Stitch Control
J
To reverse
stitch,
hold
down
this control
during
sewing.
Release
to sew forward
again.
Bottom side of Fabdc
Too Tight:
--Corner
of each zig
zag will pull together
on the top side of
fabrics
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Loose:
--The
top thread will
loop through bottom
side of fabric and will
be
pulled
almost
together.
Bottom side of Fabric
Just Right:
Minimize
the amount
of top thread
visible
on the bottom
side of
fabric without
causing
excessive
puckering
or causing the
bobbin
thread to show on the
top side. Results
vary
with fabric, thread and
sewing conditions.
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