Singer 288 - Stitch Length and Tension

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ADJUSTING STITCH LENGTH
AND NEEDLE-THREAD TENSION
When you are preparing to do zig-zag stitching, make
a test sample with the fabric and thread you plan to
use so that you can adjust the stitch length and nee-
dle-thread tension correctly.
Stitch Length
Any stitch length setting from 1 to 4 will give you an
open zig-zag stitch of whichever pattern you select.
The higher the number, the more open, or farther
apart, your stitch will be. The area between 1 and 0 of
the selector is used for the fine adjustment of zig-zag
satin stitching.
Needle-Thread Tension
Zig-Zag stitching requires less tension than straight
stitching. Notice the stitching on your test sample. The
stitches should lie flat against the fabric without caus-
ing the fabric to pucker. If the stitches are not flat and
the fabric is puckering, lower the tension by turning the
dial to a lower number.