Thread Tension - Bernina ACTIVA 135 S User Manual

20 Setting up the sewing computer

Thread tension

3
A
5
The basic setting
is indicated when the red line on the tension
•
adjustment wheel is in line with the marking A
the tension does not need adjusting for normal
•
sewing work
for special sewing work, the tension can be
•
adjusted to suit the fabric
To reduce the tension
turn to between 3 and 1
To increase the tension
turn to between 5 and 10
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The tension is factory set for the best results.
Metrosene 100/2 (Arova Mettler, Switzerland)
is used to set both the upper and lower thread
tension.
If other sewing or embroidery threads are used,
the tension may need adjusting to suit the fabric
and chosen stitch.
For example:
Tension
Metallic thread approx. 3
Monofilament approx. 2– 4
Needle
90
80