Correct tension, Tension is too tight, Tension is too loose – Kenmore 15358 User Manual

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Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for a

Zigzag Stitch

For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show

on the right side (Top side) of the fabric and needle thread
shows slightly on the wrong side (Bottom side) of the
fabric.
See the illustrations for correct appearance.
To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension.

• Correct tension

(1) Right side (Top side) of fabric
(2) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the

wrong side (Bottom side) of the fabric without causing

excessive puckering or causing bobbin thread to show on
the right side (Top side) of the fabric.
Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing condition.

•Tension is too tight

(1) Right side (Top side) of fabric
@ Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side

(Top side) of fabric.

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•Tension is too loose

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Right side (Top side) of fabric

(2) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

Corner of each zigzag pulls together on the wrong side
(Bottom side) of fabric.

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