Sears 385. 12714 User Manual
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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING
Reverse Stitch Control
For Zigzag Stitch
In a correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side
of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See
below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the top
tension.
Top tension
Too Tight
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight:
----- Corner ot each
zigzag
will
pull
together
on
the
top side of fabrics.
Top tension
Too Loose
Too Loose:
The
top
thread
will
loop
through
bottom
side
of
fabric and will be
pulled
almost
together.
Just Right
Bottom side of Fabric
Just Right:
Minimize
the
amount
ot top thread visible on
the
bottom
side
of
fabric
without
causing
excessive puckering or
causing
the
bobbin
thread to show on the
top Side. Results vary
with fabric, thread and
sewing conditions.
Release to sew forward again.
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