SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

For Zigzag Stitch

In a correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side

of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See

below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the top

tension.

Top tension
Too Tight
Top side of Fabric
Top tension
Too Loose
Top side of Fabric
Just Right
Top side of Fabric
Reverse Stitch Control

To reverse stitch, hold down this control during

sewing.

Releaseto sewforward again.

Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight:
-- Corner of each
zigzag will pull .
together on the
top side of fabrics.
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Loose:
-- The top thread
will loop through
bottom side of
fabric and will be
pulled almost
together.
Bottom side of Fabric
Just Right:
Minimize the amount
of top thread visible on
the bottom side of
fabric without causing
excessive puckering or
causing the bobbin
thread to show on the
top side. Results vary
with fabric, thread and
sewing conditions.

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