4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING
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BAS-326G PS
4-6. Thread tension
[Thread tension reference]
Upper thread #20 or similar
Lower thread #20 or similar
Upper thread tension (N)
1.0 − 1.6
Lower thread tension (N)
0.4 − 0.6
Pre-tension (N)
0.3 − 0.6
Needle DP x 17 #19
Normal sewing speed 2,000 sti/min
4-6-1. Lower thread tension
Adjust the lower thread tension by turning the adjusting
screw (1).
4-6-2. Upper thread tension
1. Turn the tension nut (1) (main tension) to adjust the
tension as appropriate for the material being sewn.
2. Use the tension nut (2) (sub tension) to adjust the upper
thread trailing length to about 45 mm.
Weake
1875B
Stronger
2153B
Weaker
Stronger
Weaker
Stronger