ELNA eXpressive 860 Instruction Manual page 39

Adjusting thread tension
This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension
control, which optimizes the tension balance for the
selected stitch pattern.
q
"Auto" will be indicated in the thread tension window when
automatic thread tension control is applied to the selected
stitch pattern.
q Thread tension window
Balanced thread tension
Straight stitch: Both needle and bobbin threads interlock
between the layers.
Zigzag stitch: The needle thread appears slightly on the
wrong side of the fabric.
However, you may need to manually adjust the tension
balance depending on the sewing conditions, or you can
fine-tune the thread tension to suit your preference.
w Press the "+" key if the tension is too loose.
e Press the "–" key if the tension is too tight.
When manual thread tension control is applied, "Manual"
will be indicated in the thread tension window.
e w
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