Appendix; Checking The Thread Tension - Brother 882-T52 Operation Manual

APPENDIX

Checking the thread tension

The upper thread tension can be adjusted using the thread
tension knob or the upper thread guide pretension knob.
1 Upper thread guide pretension knob
2 Thread tension knob
 Upper thread is too tight
1 Right side
2 Wrong side
The tension of the upper thread is too tight, resulting in the
bobbin thread being visible from the right side of the fabric.
• Loosen by turning counterclockwise.
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 Correct thread tension
From the wrong side of the fabric, the bobbin thread should
be about one third of the stitch width.
1 Right side
2 Wrong side
 Upper thread is too loose
1 Right side
2 Wrong side
The tension of the upper thread is too loose, resulting in a
loose upper thread, loose thread locks or loops appearing
on the right side of the fabric.
• Tighten by turning clockwise.