What should the tension on my sewing machine be?
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What should the tension on my sewing machine be?
The dial settings run from 0 to 9, so 4.5 is generally the ‘default’ position for normal straight-stitch sewing. This should be suitable for most fabrics. If you are doing a zig-zag stitch, or another stitch that has width, then you may find that the bobbin thread is pulled through to the top.
What is the cause of needle thread breakage?
A pesky reason for the top thread problem is if the needle touches the needle plate. This could cause the needle to break or the thread to break. The jarring motion will snag the thread and break it, so make sure the needle is straight up and is hitting the correct part.
Why does my thread keep fraying and breaking?
The most common reason why thread shreds, frays, or breaks at the needle is because the eye is too small to accommodate the thread, causing stress and friction, which results in shredding or breaking the top thread.
What is the remedy when the upper thread breaks?
Remedies: Check the threading order and thread correctly. Adjust the tension disc. Replace blunt or bent needles.
What is the remedies of needle thread breaks?
Needle Thread Breakage
| Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Excessive needle heat; groove or eye blocked with melted fabric. | Improve the fabric finish. Change to a better needle, style and finish. Apply needle lubricant via thread. Use a needle cooler. |
| Hook overheating. | Ensure adequate oil supply. Check the needle to hook clearance. |
How do you adjust upper thread tension?
To increase your top tension if it’s too loose, turn your knob so that the numbers are increasing. Try ½ to 1 number higher, then test the stitches on a piece of scrap fabric. Continue until it looks even on both sides and you can no longer see the bobbin thread on the right side of the fabric.