Sears 385. 17526 User Manual
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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING
o Adjust the Top Thread Tension
The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of 
tabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.
If you look at the stitch, tront and back, you will notice that there are no gaps,
that each stitch is smooth and even.
When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top 
thread.
Choose the Correct Tension:
The best tension will depend on;
----------- the stiffness and thickness ot the fabric
----------- the number of fabric layers
----------- the type ot stitch
The top thread shows through the
bottom of the fabric. The bottom side 
of the stitch will teel bumpy.
The bobbin thread will come through 
the top of the fabric. The top side of 
the stitch will feel bumpy.
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