2-Thread Overedge - Singer 14T968DC Instruction Book

3) 2-thread Overedge

Tension is automatically set when seiecting the
desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD).
Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers
according to the following variables:
1) Type and thickness of fabric
2) Needle size
3) Size, type and fibre content of thread
* See page 36 for instructions on converting
upper looper to spreader.
Correct Balance
Set auto tension dial to E as shown on illustration
and test sew on a sample of your fabric.
How to Balance
When the lower looper thread lies on the underside
of the fabric;
-Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever
(red) toward a higher position.
-Or, move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a lower position.
When the needle thread tension is too loose;
-Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever
(orange or blue) toward a higher position.
-Or, move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning
lever (red) toward a lower position.
ATD:E
NEEDLE POSITION
SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB
STITCH LENGTH
SPREADER
Lower looper thread
Topside
Fabric
Medium weight
Needle thread
Topside
Lower looper thread
Topside
42
Needle thread
Underside
Tension Dial
Orange Blue Green Red
Spreader
Lower looper thread
Underside
Needle thread
Underside
N
2~4
USE
Brown