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Overview of the machine adjustments
The most appropriate thread tension adjustment for one type of material is not necessarily the ideal adjust-
ment for a different material.
The thread tensions required are dictated by the pliability and thickness of the material as well as the type
and thickness of the thread.
When necessary, adjust thread tensions as per this table:
Fabric Thread Needles Stitch length
Thread tension
adjustment
Light:
• Georgette
• Muslin
• Batiste
• Dress fabric
• Crepe de Chine
• Silk
• Cotton
• Polyester
Nr. 80 - 100
HA x 1
Nr. 11
130 / 705H
Nr. 80
2.0 - 3.5 mm
• Standard
2.5 mm
Medium weight:
• Cotton
• Poplin
• Waterproofed
cotton
• Corduroy
• Cotton
• Polyester
Nr. 60 - 100
HA x 1
Nr. 11 - 14
130 / 705H
Nr. 80 - 90
2.0 - 3.5 mm
• Standard
2.5 mm
Heavy:
• Denim
• Tweed
• Velour
• Cotton
• Polyester
Nr. 50 - 80
HA x 1
Nr. 14
130 / 705H
Nr. 90
2.5 - 4.0 mm
• Standard
3 mm
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