MACHINE ADJUSTMENT CHART
The best tension for one fabric may not be correct for another.
The required tensions depend upon stiffness and thickness of fabric, thread size and type.
If necessary, readjust referring to the chart below.
Fabrics
Light-weight
.Georgette
.Organdy
.Lawn
.Voile
.Crepe-de-chine
.Silk
etc.
Medium-weight
.Cotton
.Poplin
.Gingham
.Corduroy
etc.
Heavy-weight
.Denim
.Tweed
.Velour
etc.
Threads
.Cotton
HA × 1
.Spun
No. 11
polyester
.Polyester
130 / 705H
continuous
No. 80
No. 80 - 100
.Cotton
HA × 1
.Spun
No.11-14
polyester
.Polyester
130 / 705H
continuous
No. 80 - 90
No. 60 - 100
.Cotton
HA × 1
.Spun
No.14
polyester
.Polyester
130 / 705H
continuous
No. 90
No. 50 - 80
Needle
Stitch length
2.0 - 3.5 mm
.Standard
2.5 mm
2.0 - 3.5 mm
.Standard
2.5 mm
2.5 - 4.0 mm
.Standard
3.0 mm
( 16 )
Standard Setting