Thread Tension (4 Threads) - Kenmore 385.16677 Owner's Manual

Thread Tension (4 threads) F
Correct tension
The illustration at right shows sewing results with
correct tension settings. However, adjusting the
thread tension may be required depending upon the
type of fabric and thread being used.
(_Wrong side of fabric
(_ Right side of fabric
(_ Right needle thread
(_ Left needle thread
(_) Upper looper thread
(_ Lower looper thread
Thread tension adjustment
* Set all four thread tension dials at "3".
Then serge, and check the thread tensions.
If the tension balance on the test piece is
factory, you can adjust the thread tension with
thread tension dial. .........
(_ Thread tension dial
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Tighten the left tension.
@ Left needle thread tension dial
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Right needle thread tension is too loose
The illustration shows sewing results when the right
needle thread tension is too loose.
Remedy:
Tighten the right needle thread tension.
@ Right needle thread tension dial
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