Brother International Innov-is XJ2 Operation Manual - Page 150

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS  Upper Thread Is Too Loose The tension of the upper thread is too loose, resulting in a loose upper thread, loose thread locks, or loops appearing on the right side of the fabric. Note • If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to "Upper Threading" on page 36 and rethread the upper thread. 1 Right side 2 Wrong side Adjusting the Alternate Bobbin Case (with No Color on the Screw) When using the embroidery bobbin thread provided, please be sure to choose the green marked bobbin case when performing utility stitch sewing and embroidery functions. When in the embroidery function mode, the alternate bobbin case (with no color on the screw) should be selected when substitute embroidery bobbin threads (other than what is accompanied with your machine) are being used. The alternate bobbin case (with no color on the screw) can be easily adjusted when bobbin tension changes are required to accommodate different bobbin threads. Refer to "Embroidering Attractive Finishes" on page 137. Touch in to tighten the upper thread tension. (The tension number will increase.) To adjust the bobbin tension for embroidery function, using the alternate bobbin case (with no color on the screw), turn the slotted screw (-) with a (small) screwdriver. ba 1 Do not turn a phillips screw (+). 2 Adjust with a screwdriver (small).  Correct Tension Upper thread slightly appears on the wrong side of fabric. 1 Right side 2 Wrong side  Adjusting Overall Upper Thread Tension When embroidering, if the overall tension of the upper thread is too tight or too loose, adjust it from the setting screen. The selected setting will be applied to all patterns. If an individual embroidery pattern needs additional fine tuning, refer to "Adjusting Thread Tension" on page 147. a Touch .  The settings screen appears. b Touch .  The embroidery settings screen appears. c Display settings [Embroidery screen. Tension] in the embroidery d Use * to adjust the upper thread tension. : Tighten the upper thread tension. * : Loosen the upper thread tension.  Bobbin Thread Is Too Loose Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of fabric. 1 Right side 2 Wrong side If this occurs, turn the slotted screw (-) clockwise, being careful not to over-tighten the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to increase bobbin tension. e Touch . 148