Thread Tension Dial; Choosing The Correct Tension; Tension Is Too Tight "0.0.0; Tension Is Too Loose - ELNA EnVision 8006 Instruction Manual

( Thread Tension Dial
* Choosing the Correct Tension
Straight Stitch
The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked
between the two layers of fabric, as shown left
(magnified to show detail).
If you look at the top and bottom of the stitch, you
will notice that there are no gaps; each stitch is
smooth and even.
When adjusting needle thread tension, the higher
the number, the tighter the needle thread.
Results depend on:
* stiffness and thickness of fabric
* number of fabric layers
type of stitch
@ Needle thread (Top thread)
@ Bobbin thread (Bottom thread)
@ Higher numbers (Tighten)
@ Lower numbers (Loosen)
Tension is too tight
The bobbin thread shows through on the top side
of the fabric and it will feel bumpy.
Turn the dial to the left to loosen the needle
thread tension.
Solution: Lower numbers (Loosen)
Tension is too loose
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The needle thread shows through on the
underside of the fabric and it will feel bumpy.
Turn the dial to the right to tighten the needle
thread tension.
Solution: Higher numbers (Tighten)