How to Adjust Thread Tension | Ricoma Embroidery Machine (Embroidery Hub Ep. 64)

[@CartooniversalKidzoneCrewClub]

When I first started I used hand held tension testers every week until I got a “feel “ for the best tension when pulling on thread. After that it was easy to feel the thread before each sample run to know if tension will be a problem. Don’t forget that as you are nearing the end of your cone of thread tension will adjust again. Thanks for the video 😁👍

[@smallteach7551]

Laura, you’re absolutely the best teacher on KZbin for machine embroidery! I learn so much from each of your videos.

[@ricomatv]

Wow thats great to hear thank you.

[@Br0wnDogProductions]

Hello Laura thanks for another very clearly stated tutorial on an ongoing issue for most novice embroiderers. Thread tension issues can sure ruin a good day not to mention good garments. I use a simple inexpensive spring type tension gauge to set my bobbin tension, that works great and the top I rarely have to touch but if I do I always lean on the side of looser instead of tighter as I find that tight anything causes problems in my limited experience. For a home hobbyist it take no time at all once a week to run the column test and make the adjustments as necessary. BUT you can not adjust anything unless you have the knowledge to fix the issue and that you have eloquently provided us with. Thanks and keep up the great work, oh have you every done a tutorial on multi hooping as that just blow my mind. lol

[@ricomatv]

Thanks will do.

[@jayyoung2820]

I've been tring to check my tension every 3 weeks, Thanks !! Love the Video !!!

[@ricomatv]

You got this!

[@m.sabdelmukrim5208]

thank for being really honest about tension adjusting levels.Others keep telling us that bobbin threat on test result should be exactly 1/3 which is practically impossible to happen every time for all needles with different threads.

[@ricomatv]

You are right, it can be tricky to get the perfect tension every time, but with practice it gets easier!

[@danielv1657]

Thank you Laura clear information. Greetings from Colombia

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Thanks for watching, Daniel!

[@kathieshirley]

Thank you! My Husqvarna Designer 1 automatically adjusted top TENSION, that was 20 years ago. I bought a Husq Diamond (only 1 1/2 hours on it) like new! It is still very like new to me, bc of being able to adjust top tension. Thank you for your help!!

[@ricomatv]

Glad it helped!

[@jessicarae1069]

If the bobbin thread is only showing on the top of one or two colors would that be top tension too tight?

[@ricomatv]

It might because the tension is too loose.

[@shacalz]

Thanks again for an excellent video. I think this answered all my questions. Was getting so frustrated trying to recommence stitching out a design but my machine suddenly started shredding and breaking thread after putting in a fresh bobbin. I was looking for affirmation of which direction the turn the tension dials to tighten up which of course sounds obvious now... Love your videos. Have so much more confidence with my adventure with my new machine.

[@ricomatv]

Hi Carol, we are so glad you are feeling more comfortable. We are always here for you!

[@westmichigancrochet6884]

love the videos!! I test tension every monday!

[@daniellelawrence9290]

Excellent video, how I test my tension is I look after something is stitched out and then adjust accordingly,

[@VanessadeVera-h7n]

Mine is a pretty new EM-1010 and I have a lot of trouble with needle #8. I have adjusted the tension and I still have issues with bird nesting

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! Please send us an email so we can help! --->[e-mail]

[@Mrjonesmm1]

Still new to the embroidery game... Just got my first order... The bobnin theead was showing at first. Did a tension test corrected that problem. Now I have loopping.. All in the same area of different patches...

[@ricomatv]

Check top tension might need to tighten

[@adrianruelas4651]

Climbing the learning curve on my nee machine. Im having an issue with top thread tails. New embroidery.

[@ricomatv]

For any and ALL help with your embroidery machine, make sure to contact support here -> ricoma.com/US/tech-support

[@victoriabateman1262]

How can I make the thread look tighter on a design? 3:56

[@ricomatv]

Hi Victoria! We recommend reaching out to our service team so they can help! --> [e-mail]

[@inkaprintclt8004]

Just got my machine in October … where is the tension test file I can't see it in the drive that came with the machine. Also do you change tension for 3D Puff embroidery ?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! We recommend joining our Ricoma Connect group and you will be able to access a tension test file :) > facebook.com/groups/RicomaConnect

[@gritgearapparel]

Hello Laura, I just purchased a Ricoma MT 1501 and I keep getting thread tails every time there's a color change or when there is a cut and tie then start up of the same color in a different spot of the same design. Any help? These tails are after the color has been in use.

[@ricomatv]

Hey there. You should fill out this form so that someone from our service team can reach out to you. They can guide you over the phone and help you solve the issue. www.ricoma.us/tech-support

[@marymcglone6672]

Sidenote, your eye makeup is beautiful.

[@stevensdiecast5347]

I have a brother pr600ii its been a headache to configure. It breaks thread a lot it also gets uncalibrated and the hoop size for hats is 1.99inches. Your channel has helped sooooooooo much thank you

[@ricomatv]

Awesome. Glad to help. Let us know what other issues you have for future episodes.

[@fabiolajaime4526]

for the I test: How are the 1" Satin columns suppose to be created, via software (Chroma) or are the columns saved on the machine's computer already?

[@ricomatv]

If you bought a machine from us and the design is not saved on your machines memory then reach out to our support team to have it sent to you. ricoma.com/US/tech-support

[@miggsthegoat5447]

What do the bottom tension knobs do?

[@ricomatv]

The bottom tension knob is for minor tension adjustments, and top is for major tension adjustments.

[@johnsposato9088]

So, where is the video of Manny explaining how to read the I test and adjust tension? I cannot seem to locate it.

[@ricomatv]

Hi John! Here is how to adjust the thread tension ---> kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3XKY6uNf9JrsKs

[@mikestamers4793]

That was a lot of help thank you ..from explicit embroidery llc.

[@ricomatv]

Thanks for watching and glad it was helpful!

[@itscrewston6684]

any tips for embroidering on dri-fit shirts?

[@ricomatv]

check out this video for embroidering on dry fit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpWraH-AorGooNk&t

[@barbaramarshall5271]

Thank you that was very interesting to learn, all I need to do is buy a Ricoma Embriodery machine in Perth now lol

[@ricomatv]

Hi Barbara, thanks so much for watching. I'm glad it was helpful to you. If you're interested in learning more about our machines, please fill out this form and the correct Ricoma distributor in your region will be in contact with you as soon as possible -> ricoma.com/US/contact-us

[@amberalexander9196]

where can I find how to run the tension test?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! Check out one of our older videos on how to do this --->kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJfMq4VmnrOmjqc

[@danieldeharobarbero20]

Estaría bien que pudiesen los vídeos en Español, sin muy buenos pero la mayoría no los entiendo 😞

[@theycallmegex7566]

Hello what my top thread doesn't show on the bottom and my tension is at 4. Any lower than that and my bobbin shows up on top. What should i do?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, you can contact tech support and they will help you! ricoma.com/us/tech-support

[@tiffanymartinez4482]

I'm confused which knobs are for the top and the bottom tension. 🤔 are the ones at the very top for top tension and the ones more in the middle of the machine (gray tops) for the bottom tension ?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. This is a great question to ask in our Facebook support group, Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery. This group is meant for all lovers of embroidery with lots of resources and more members discussing topics and helping each other out and learning about Ricoma machines and other brands! We recommend you join this group as we'd love to have you! facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery

[@dankudlicki1030]

@@ricomatv So, your answer to her question is to join a group? when it would have taken you less than a sentence? Really?

[@LowCoGringo]

@@dankudlicki1030 AGREED....thank you

[@gloryfashionstudiomakeurow6722]

Thank u .. this video saved my day ❤️

[@ricomatv]

Glad it helped!

[@paulfielder336]

How exactly do you do the "I" test??

[@ricomatv]

If you have a multi-needle machine, you will have answers for each needle regarding tension. Newer machines actually have the I test in the built-in designs! Look for a series of capital letter “I” in a row, and that is your eye test. If you don’t have it built into your machine, you can use your software to stitch out a few I’s to make this work.

[@syltoy2745]

I did something really wrong to my bobbin! Trying to do my first 3D letter (one). the birds nest was so bad I had to cut it away from throat plate. tried the tension instructions over and over, then tried changing the bobbin tension and still no luck. Now can't even do a thread tension test. My machine will not stitch at all. I've screwed it up terribly! Sent pictures to tech support 2 days ago and still no help. I ordered a new bobbin case hopefully it will work for me. 3 days i'm down. I think I got bad digitizing fonts.

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, we are so sorry to hear this. What's the ticket #? We can take a look at your ticket!

[@underapool5]

Hello all of my top threads seem to be loose not sure why I tighten the tension but still isn’t working

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, our service team can help: ricoma.com/us/tech-support

[@LoremIpsumPeach]

Thank you!!!! You explain so well

[@ricomatv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gavetorgetnettbutikk6319]

I have time to test and then i test all of my machines. I always test a new logo and also old when i get a new order. Then i am 100% satisfyed before starting the production.

[@ricomatv]

That's the way to go! It's important to test the designs to ensure they stitch out correctly (:

[@syltoy2745]

How to run a tension test of only 5-6 threads?

[@ricomatv]

If you want to run a small tension test, only select the colors you want to test. You will need to stop the test when the colors you picked are done. Or you can program a pause in the test once it gets to the last color.

[@claudiudinulescu]

Hello.Please tell me where can i download an I test for ricoma?

[@ricomatv]

Here you go. www.ricoma.us/product/en/chroma

[@claudiudinulescu]

Hey.Happy new year. I enter on that link but the page that opens is with software chroma.I have wilcom.But I don't see to download an "I" test for the tension.Thanks .

[@arturosantoyo6066]

What are the middle bottoms for

[@ricomatv]

Hey there what do you mean by "the middle bottoms"?

[@dunia8956]

Hola me gustaria que hicieran un video mas demostrativo de como ajustar la tension en la EM1010 ya que el video que tienen es muy pobre de informacion

[@ricomatv]

Agradecemos sus comentarios, si desea una guía más detallada, le recomendamos que se comunique con nuestro equipo de servicio para que puedan ayudarlo con esto. Email: [e-mail]

[@dunia8956]

@@ricomatv Gracias!!

[@CitizensAgainstIllegalNarcotic]

I have been running 40# thread on all needles without issues. I put 60# thread on needle #11 with a 60/8 needle and am experiencing bad looping. I can only assume the 60# thread requires more tension??? Any advice?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! Have you ran a tension test?

[@joycehudson9380]

Why does the thread keep pulling out the needle?

[@ricomatv]

That’s called a thread pull out and is usually caused after a trim because the thread tension is too tight

[@neyengwieregina232]

Waoh thanks for for response. Have been facing the same problem.

[@taevonthurman2141]

The bottom and top is fully threaded with the top thread and I'm not sure how to get rid of it

[@taevonthurman2141]

If anyone has a solution my ears are open or even ran across this problem please I'm begging actually

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. This is a great question to ask in our Facebook support group, Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery. This group is meant for all lovers of embroidery with lots of resources and more members discussing topics and helping each other out and learning about Ricoma machines and other brands! We recommend you join this group as we'd love to have you! facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery

[@mariodowningmrfitnessfitne5160]

Beautiful 😍

[@ricomatv]

Thanks for watching!

[@n2dchaos]

I can't get the tension guide. Link broken

[@ricomatv]

Hello. Sorry about that. I tested the link on description and it worked for me but i have included the link below. Let me know if it works. info.ricoma.us/the-ultimate-thread-break-trouble-shooting-guide

[@cameronbliss2640]

@@ricomatv Neither link worked for me either

[@AndyCarnegie]

try info.ricoma.com/the-ultimate-thread-break-trouble-shooting-guide

[@nasiruddinhossain7463]

I live in Jordan I do business here I need an embroidery machine

[@ricomatv]

Hello. For more information about pricing please contact us here -> www.ricoma.us/contactus

[@BigAP219]

Has anyone used a bobbin tension gauge?

[@ricomatv]

WE love them, we highly recommend having one!

[@BigAP219]

@@ricomatv what level should the tension be at?

[@bayareaquilting332]

Test before each run

[@ricomatv]

You are absolutely correct! Thanks for pointing that out!

[@maxm3lmax]

tHANK YOU. 100

[@ricomatv]

Thanks for watching, Manuel!

[@yellowbird500]

Didn't answer the simple tension question, to tighten or loosen top thread if too much top thread is showing underneath.

[@ricomatv]

Hello. If too much top thread is showing on the bottom for a single needle then you should tighten the top tension for that needle. We recommend 1/4 turns.

[@mychalty]

The tension is not adjusting. So frustrating!

[@ricomatv]

Hi Mb, Valerie here from Ricoma. Please reach out to our customer support team at 305-418-4421 or email us at [e-mail]. Someone from our team can video chat with you and walk you through adjusting your tension.

[@enixsolandaverde2607]

My thread keeps coming out the eye of the needle :/

[@ricomatv]

Hi Enixso, please reach out to our customer support team by emailing us at [e-mail]. Someone will be happy to help!

[@10star9]

Only when my wife say OH SHIT Then I check and make sure she ok?

[@savannah-michellegraeber4923]

Every time I change fabric types I test it first

[@ricomatv]

We love hearing that, Savannah!

[@mdabir8338]

Hi baby

[@wbssigns]

Test it once a month or if there are issues , please control your arms is offputting, but good basic clear video, thanks

[@allanjeff4431]

When i run into bird nest

[@ricomatv]

HI there, thanks so much for watching. For tips to avoid birdnesting, please check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZiUimx9j9Z6edE

[@carboncopies706]

This was not helpfull

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Can you please explain to us what questions you have?