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ActivStitch™ Technology, Adjust Thread Tension/Thread Metering
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ActivStitch™ Technology The ActivStitch™ technology feature has two ways to control the needle thread: thread metering and thread tension. To get the best sewing result it will automatically use thread metering when possible. Thread metering automatically and continuously measures the fabric thickness to meter the correct amount of thread for the selected stitch. When thread tension is used, the tension discs will keep the correct amount of tension on the upper thread. Some special techniques may require the use of thread tension. Deselect the ActivStitch™ technology feature in Temporary Settings to ensure that thread tension is engaged. When the ActivStitch™ technology feature is selected the control visible in Sewing Mode will change between thread metering and thread tension depending on the current settings and the loaded stitch. Use the thread metering/thread tension control to adjust the balance between needle thread and bobbin thread, e.g. decrease when using metallic thread and increase when using heavy weight thread. Make a few tests with different settings on a scrap piece of the fabric you are going to use and check the balance between the upper thread and the bobbin thread. Note: When changing the value of the thread metering/thread tension setting, the changes only affect the selected stitch. Your changed settings will be reset to default when selecting another stitch. Tip: Increase the thread metering/thread tension setting for best results when sewing on denim fabric with thick threads. 1. Thread tension 2. Thread metering Adjust Thread Tension/Thread Metering For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure the threads meet evenly between the two fabric layers. If the bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric, the thread tension/thread metering is too tight. Reduce the thread tension/thread metering. If the upper thread is visible on the underside of the fabric, the thread tension/thread metering is too loose. Increase the thread tension/thread metering. For decorative stitches and buttonholes the upper thread should be visible on the underside of the fabric. Make a few tests on a scrap piece of the fabric you are going to use and check the tension. Correct tension Tension too tight Tension too loose Sewing 91