Sears 385. 17526 User Manual
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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING
For Zigzag Stitch
In the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side ot
fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below lor
the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the top tension.
Top tension
Toe Tight
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight:
— Comer
of each
zigzag
will pull
together on the top
side of fabnes
Top tension
Too Loose
J
Too Loose:
— The top thread will
loop through bottom
side ot fabric and
will be pulled almost
together.
Just Right
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Bottom side of Fabric
Just Right:
Minimize the amount ot
lop thread visible on
the bottom side ot
fabnc without causing
excessive puckering or
causing
the
bobbin
thread to show on the
top side. Results vary
with tabric, thread and
sewing conditions.