Singer 14T967DC Quantumlock Instruction Manual 26 - Page 43

3) 2-thread Overedge Tension is automatically set when seiecting the desired stitch type with the Auto Tension Dial (ATD). Tension may be fine tuned with the Fine Tuning Levers according to the following variables: 1) Type and thickness of fabric 2) Needle size 3) Size, type and fibre content of thread * See page 36 for instructions on converting upper looper to spreader. Correct Balance Set auto tension dial to E shown at right and test sew on a sample of your fabric. ATD:E NEEDLE POSITION SEAM WIDTH FINGER KNOB STITCH LENGTH SPREADER N 2~4 USE Lower looper thread Topside Needle thread Underside Fabric Tension Dial Orange Blue Green Red Medium weight Spreader Brown How to Balance When the lower looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric; -Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever (red) toward a higher position. -Or, move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (orange or blue) toward a lower position. Needle thread Topside Lower looper thread Underside When the needle thread tension is too loose; -Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (orange or blue) toward a higher position. -Or, move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever (red) toward a lower position. Lower looper thread Topside Needle thread Underside 42