Here's how to adjust the bobbin tension on your Brother sewing machine:
Adjusting the bobbin tension on your Brother sewing machine involves a few key steps. This adjustment is crucial for achieving balanced and even stitches in your sewing projects. The bobbin tension screw is located on the bobbin case itself.
Steps to Adjust Bobbin Tension
Here's a breakdown of the process:
- Prepare the Bobbin Case: Tie a lightweight object to the end of the thread extending from the bobbin case. According to the reference, you should "Tie the included weight to the end of the thread extending from the bobbin case."
- Hold the Bobbin Case: Hold the bobbin case against a smooth, vertical surface, ensuring the thread hangs freely. As stated in the reference, "As shown in the illustration, hold the bobbin case against a smooth vertical surface."
- Adjust the Tension Screw: Use a small screwdriver (often included with your sewing machine) to carefully turn the tension adjusting screw. "Use the included standard screwdriver to turn the tension adjusting screw and adjust the thread tension," the reference says.
- Tightening the screw (turning it clockwise) will increase the tension, making the thread pull tighter. This is usually done if the top thread is appearing loose on the bottom of the fabric.
- Loosening the screw (turning it counter-clockwise) will decrease the tension, making the thread pull looser. This is usually done if the bobbin thread is appearing tight and pulling the top fabric.
- Test and Repeat: Make small adjustments and test the stitch on a scrap piece of fabric. Repeat until you achieve a balanced stitch.
By following these steps, you can effectively adjust the bobbin tension on your Brother sewing machine for optimal sewing results.
