Top Tension - Janome JP720 Servicing Manual

Mechanical Adjustment

Top tension

The top tension should be between 75 and 90g when pulling the thread
* Use polyester sewing thread #50 (White).
* If it is not within the above limit, adjust as follows.
1. Set the tension dial at "4".
2. Lower the presser foot.
3. Remove the front cover unit (See P.6 – 7).
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2. Pull the spring away from the lead screw
3. If the top tension is too loose, turn the lead screw
4. If the top tension is too tight, turn the lead screw
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in the direction (A).
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in the direction (B).
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(B)
Pull this way
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C
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up in the direction of C.
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