Kenmore Sears 385.1158180 Owner's Manual page 15

For Zigzag Stitch
In the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads wilt not show on the top side
of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See
below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust your top
tension.
Top tension Top tension
Too Tight Too Loose
Top side of Fabric Top slde o| Fabric
Just Right
f
Top s_de ot Fabric
_ottom side of Fabric Bottom side ot Fabric Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight: Too Loose: Just Right:
-- Corner ot each -- The top thread Minimize the amount
zigzag will pull will toop through ot top thread visible on
together on the bottom side of the bottom side ol
top side of tabr_cs, fabric and wit| be tabric wtthout causing
pulled ekmost excessive puckering or
together, causing the bobbin
thread to show on the
top stde, Results vary
with labrlc_ thread and
sew;ng conditions.
SECTION
2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Stitch Selector
Model 11681
Stitch W_"'""''i_
Selector//__
The stitch selector control not only determines the
stitch you select, but also regulates the stitch width for
regular zigzag and stitch length for straight stltches.
The different types of stitches are designated by color.
Strmght, Zigzag and Utility Stitches are orange.
NOTE: To avoid needle or fabric damage, be sure
your needle is up and out of fabric when
adjusting this control,
Model 11581
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