11.
Needle thread tension release
04.11
Requirement
With the presser foot lifted, the two tension disks must be at least 0.5 mm apart.
Fig. 11 - 11
Raise the presser foot using the hand lever.
Align the compression plate 1 behind the tension bearing board 2 in accordance with the
requirement.
The distance of 0.5 mm is the minimum clearance. The clearance can range up
to more than 1 mm with thick threads.
When the tension is correct the release pin must not be under pressure.
1
3
Adjustment
2
0,5 mm
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