Problem sewing straight seams
07-12-2016, 09:29 AM
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I have a nice Elna sewing machine, and it always seems like it wants to pull off to the left by the end of the seam. I primarily have issues at the end of my seam, I have to really guide that fabric or it will decrease my 1/4 inch seam in half. Is this an adjustment that needs to be done?
07-12-2016, 10:53 AM
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For those who might be interested, here is a good Youtube tutorial on how to adjust feed dogs:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSxW8i760Qc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSxW8i760Qc
07-13-2016, 04:23 AM
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Actually it would appear that it might be that simple. I found this tutorial for Janome https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDEBxOVD8lE. The video is silent, which they would have added verbal instructions as well, though they do show pretty clearly the various screws involved.
07-13-2016, 02:13 PM
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The featherweight does have an adjustment for the presser foot pressure. There is a finger screw on the top of the machine head (just above the faceplate). Try adjusting that to see if it corrects the veering.
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Now to just figure out that pesky tension. I didn't notice before, but the tension knob is missing the black ring with numbers on it. Can I adjust without the ring (without too much frustration), or do I need to get that piece?
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