11.
Tension release lever
21
Requirement
With the bobbin thread released the thread check spring must be at the same height as
the slack thread control wire 4.
Fig. 11 - 26
Turn the V-belt wheel in the direction of rotation until screw 1 is accessible.
Loosen nut 2 and turn screw 1 in accordance with the requirement.
The thread tension should now have a small amount of play, i.e. when pressure is
applied to the tension release lever 3 the thread check spring must go down a little.
Tighten nut 2.
Turn the V-belt wheel a few more rotations in the direction of rotation. The thread
tension must now be fully effective and there must be some play between screw 1 and
lever 3.
Continue turning the V-belt wheel until the machine is in program end position and the
take up lever is at its t.d.c.
Adjustment
2
1
3
4
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