Pfaff passport 2.0 - Presser Foot Pressure; Thread Tension Adjustment

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Presser foot pressure
The presser foot pressure has been pre-set to the
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the result.
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turning the dial counterclockwise.
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the dial clockwise.
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Thread tension
To set the thread tension, turn the dial on top of the
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For the best stitch appearance and durability, make
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between the two layers of fabric.
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the fabric, the needle thread tension is too tight.
Reduce the needle thread tension.
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fabric, the needle thread tension is too loose.
Increase the needle thread tension.
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fabric.
Make a few tests on a scrap piece of the fabric you
are going to sew and check the tension.