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Balancing top and bottom tension
Q. I use Superior Threads almost exclusively so I have a question for
you. I have the new 820 and am having trouble with tensions. Do you
believe it possible to have a stitch balanced so that one does not see a
dot of bobbin thread on top? Is it possible? I am having most trouble
with the Brytes. I love them but always see quite a lot of bobbin thread.
A: Yes, it should be possible. If you are seeing the bobbin thread on
the top, the top tension is too tight and therefore it is pulling up the
bobbin thread. Newer Bernina machines seem to be factory set with
rather tight top tension. Reduce the top tension to about a 2.0 or 2.5
range and that should make a difference.
you. I have the new 820 and am having trouble with tensions. Do you
believe it possible to have a stitch balanced so that one does not see a
dot of bobbin thread on top? Is it possible? I am having most trouble
with the Brytes. I love them but always see quite a lot of bobbin thread.
A: Yes, it should be possible. If you are seeing the bobbin thread on
the top, the top tension is too tight and therefore it is pulling up the
bobbin thread. Newer Bernina machines seem to be factory set with
rather tight top tension. Reduce the top tension to about a 2.0 or 2.5
range and that should make a difference.
The Bottom Line, our 60wt. lint-free Polyester great for the bobbin.
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