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Additional tensioner
The additional tensioner (2) increases the tension during sewing,
e.g. for thickened seams.
Correct setting
The additional tension (2) must always be selected lower than the
main tension (3).
The additional tension can be switched on and off manually or
automatically.
Automatic switching of the additional tension
On CLASSIC machines with a keypad on the machine arm, addi-
tional tension is switched on and off via the corresponding func-
tion key on the keypad
( Section 5.13 Quick functions on the keypad, Page 56).
Manual switching of the additional tension
On machines without a keypad on the machine arm the additional
tension is switched on and off via the lever on the tensioning
triangle.
Figure 19: Switching additional tension on and off on ECO machines
1 2 3 4
(1) - Lever
Switching additional tension on:
1. Slide handle (2) of the lever (1) all the way to the left.
Switching additional tension off:
1. Slide handle (2) of the lever (1) all the way to the right.
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4
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(2) - Handle
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