PE550D
FAQs & Troubleshooting |
How do I adjust thread tension for embroidering?
The upper thread tension is changed using the thread tension dial.
When doing machine embroidery, the tension dial should be set somewhere between 2 to 6.
(1) Loosen (Decrease the number) (2) Tighten (Increase the number) (3) Thread tension dial |
If the stitches appear loose, turn the tension up one notch and embroider again.
The thread tension is correct when upper thread is just visible on the wrong side (bottom) of the fabric.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
The bobbin thread will be visible on the right side (top) of the fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread tension.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
The upper thread has slack. In this instance, increase the upper thread tension.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
If the desired stitching cannot be achieved after adjusting the tension of the upper thread with the thread tension dial, adjust the tension of the bobbin thread. Set the thread tension dial to “4”, and then adjust the bobbin thread tension as described below.
Using a small slotted screwdriver, turn the slotted-head (-) screw to adjust the bobbin case tension.
(1) Do not turn the phillips screw (+). (2) Adjust with a screwdriver (small). |
Upper thread slightly appears on the wrong side (bottom) of fabric.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side (top) of fabric.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
If this occurs, turn the slotted-head screw (-) clockwise, being careful not to over-tighten the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to increase bobbin tension.
Upper thread on the right side (top) of fabric seems to be lifting/looping and bobbin thread is not seen on the wrong side (bottom) of fabric.
(1) Right side (top) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom) of fabric |
If this occurs, turn the slotted-head screw (-) counterclockwise, being careful not to over-loosen the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to decrease bobbin tension.