Thread Tension - Bernette Chicago 7 Instruction Manual

Machine Setup

Thread Tension

Basic thread tension setting: «4»
• To increase the tension, turn the dial to the next num-
ber up.
• To reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number
down.
Appropriate setting of tension is important to good sew-
ing.
With any decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer
stitch formation and less fabric puckering when the upper
thread appears on the wrong side of your fabric.
Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing.
Thread tension is too loose for straight stitch sewing.
• Turn dial to higher number.
Thread tension is too tight for straight stitch sewing.
Turn dial to lower number.
•
Normal thread tension for zig-zag and decorative sew-
ing.
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tight
Surface
Reverse side
loose
Upper thread
Bobbin thread