Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension - ELNA EXPRESSIVE 820 Instruction Manual

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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension

Align the number 2 on the tension dial with the
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setting mark .
Balanced thread tension:
A small portion of needle thread should appear on
the underside of the fabric.
When adjusting needle thread tension, the higher
numbers tighten, the lower numbers loosen.
• Tension is too tight
The bobbin thread shows through on the topside
of the fabric.
Turn the dial to a lower number to loosen the
needle thread tension.
• Tension is too loose
The needle thread forms loops and looks ragged.
Turn the dial to a higher number to tighten the
needle thread tension.
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