Kompernass KH 4300 manual Setting the thread tension, Cut through the threads with scissors

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Lay the material for a trial run under the sewing foot o and slowly start to sew.

The material will be automatically fed through.

Setting the thread tension

The thread tension required is variable, being depen- dant itself on the type and thickness of the thread and fabric.

Check the seams and then adjust the appropriate thread tension on the machine.

Tensioning the thread

When you turn the tensioning device to a lower number, the tension reduces.

When you turn the tensioning device to a higher number, the tension increases. The wheels of the tensioning device have the following colours:

When the task is complete, continue sewing until an approximately 5cm (2") long length of threads has formed at the end of the material.

Cut through the threads with scissors.

red

yellow

green

blue

Correct thread tension:

Thread, right needle

Reverse

Thread, left needle

lower looper thread

upper looper thread

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Contents Overlock Sewing Machine Page Content Page Safety instructions Intended UsageTechnical Data Items supplied Adjusting the thread tree Description of the appliancePreparation Bobbin supportsSafety switch Connecting the foot pedalBobbin caps Controlling the sewing speedOpening the free arm Threading yarns into the looperThreading yarns into the needle Trial run Position the lever to lift the sewing foot oSetting the thread tension Cut through the threads with scissorsAdjusting thread tension on the needle threads Adjusting thread tension on the looper threadsOverview of the machine adjustments Setting the stitch length Changing threads binding togetherSetting the cutting width Exchanging needles Replacing bulbs Exchanging the upper bladeAdjusting the sewing foot Close and broad sewing with three threadsSewing freehanded Hemstitch and edging Sewing hemstitchSewing narrow edging Setting the differential feed motion Differential feed motion can also be adjusted during sewingDifferential feed motion Manner of operationUneven material edges and smoothness Avoid ruffles by stretchingTroubleshooting Cleaning and care Disposal StorageCase of doubt, please contact your waste dispo- sal centre This prevents an unintended starting of the machineWarranty and Service Importer AssuredIntended for commercial applications Mail support.ie@kompernass.com