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dPress (Back key) to return to the
original screen.
Memo
zWhen the power is turned off, the layout
returns to the original setting.
zYou can also check the pattern size and
distance from the center by pressing
after beginning embroidering.
Adjusting the thread tension
If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread
and the fabric may be damaged. Before
embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check
the adjustment of the thread tension, etc.
To adjust the thread tension, press (Settings
key).
Press to weaken the thread tension.
Press to tighten the thread tension.
■Correct thread tension
The thread tension is correct when upper thread
is just visible on back of the fabric.
aRight side
bWrong side
■Upper thread is too tight
The lower thread will be visible on the fro nt of the
fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread
tension.
aRight side
bWrong side
■Upper thread is too loose
The upper thread has slack. In this instance,
increase the upper thread tension.
aRight side
bWrong side
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