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Setting up the sewing computer20
3
5
A
Thread tension
The basic setting
•
is indicated when the red line on the tension
adjustment wheel is in line with the marking A
•
the tension does not need adjusting for normal
sewing work
•
for special sewing work, the tension can be
adjusted to suit the fabric
To reduce the tension
turn to between 3 and 1
To increase the tension
turn to between 5 and 10
The tension is factory set for the best results.
Metrosene 100/2 (Arova Mettler, Switzerland)
is used to set both the upper and lower thread
tension.
If other sewing or embroidery threads are used,
the tension may need adjusting to suit the fabric
and chosen stitch.
For example:
Tension Needle
Metallic thread approx. 3 90
Monofilament approx. 2–4 80
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