How to set tension on Juki TL machine (TL-2010 TL-2000 TL- 18 TL-2020PE TL-98 TL-15)

In this video we will go over how to set the tension on a Juki TL model machine. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT any changes on your machine until you've watched this video thoroughly through.
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[@normazimmermann7584]

Hi should the pressure foot be up or down when adjusting the top tension?

[@JukiJunkies]

Always have the presser foot down when adjusting tension :)

[@janiekrig5232]

Thank you for clearing that up for me. My sewing machine dealer could not help me when I was having tension issues, so I took the Juki back and got another sewing machine that had working tension. The sewing machine dealer needs to watch this.

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad I could help!

[@pamelarowe4219]

I appreciate these tutorials on my TL18. I do not have a dealer within a 5 hour drive and your tutorials have helped me troubleshoot issues on my own.

[@mbspence47]

Great video! I wish I had discovered these videos before! I am leaning so much about my machine! I had no idea the bobbin controlled the top and the top the bottom! Learn something new every day!

[@SewPerky]

Me too! The light bulb went on when he explained that - AWESOME!!!

[@jodigargulak5584]

This is sooo helpful!! I've been struggling with awful tension issues for months! THANK YOU

[@JukiJunkies]

You're so welcome!

[@annakelso8100]

I've been struggling with this since 2021; and yes, I did take it back to the sewing machine store. No help. I've never had a problem with my 47 year old Kenmore.

[@stmpbabe]

Thank you. This was so helpful.

[@VeronicaMendell]

Thank you!! You answered questions I didn’t even know I had!

[@lauraplansky6987]

Very helpful-Thank you!

[@piscesmaiden6058]

Oh my gosh your are a superstar! I have finally set my Juki TL-2010Q. As it turns out my bobbin tension was too loose. Thank you thank you!

[@JukiJunkies]

Thank you for watching :)

[@kimrosen7409]

So helpful! It was the bobbin tension for me as well! Thank you 😊

[@sarahsipes1847]

THANK YOU for this video!!! I learned a LOT!

[@emmakearney4487]

thankyou, wonderful video, you are a blessing

[@Koffee.Krista]

Thank you for this!!!

[@user-of6yq9yt4m]

Super helpful. Thank you!!!

[@PamelaDoss]

Loved the videos!

[@CapricornDaze]

Wow, love the tips, especially the top tension knob.

[@ellaougrik3785]

Very easy to understand. Thank you

[@yahiraburt6677]

Thank you!! You helped me set my tension. Its always been the 1 thing that's freaked me out about my machine. But I get it, you're amazing! Thank you again!

[@JukiJunkies]

You are so welcome!

[@telenaeldridge3737]

Thank you for this very clear and informative video!

[@karenlea5292]

Very, very helpful! Thank you for such a clear explanation and demonstration.

[@lisagiarratana7660]

Thank you for the tension video. I think this is the best/clearest demonstration of adjusting the tension that I have seen. I thought I was going to start off saying…’oh no, you forgot the metal washer but you saw it, phew!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Willowsilvermoon]

I love these videos!!

[@sandyrowland8604]

Very informative thank you

[@bethperrine6431]

So helpful! Thank you very much for creating this!!

[@JukiJunkies]

You're so welcome!

[@Bc-wq7rv]

Back to basics, Thank You 🤗👏👏👏

[@JukiJunkies]

You bet!

[@lisabatris3426]

Thank you! Great video.

[@kathymcgrath4454]

I am so happy to find this channel. I have the TL2010Q and I love it but have always had to figure things out by trial and error. Thank you for all the videos especially this one and I have already checked my tension and made adjustments.

[@alliefee8596]

Great advice about separate bobbin cases for different weight threads!

[@barriestanton4827]

you guys are amazing! Thank you so much for the videos. I try to watch 1 every day

[@JukiJunkies]

Ah, thanks. Have a wonderful weekend. Gigi

[@daisyjoy58]

Such great information for adjusting the tension! My other machine is a pain

[@melodyb1287]

What a great video! Thank you so much.

[@JukiJunkies]

Im glad it was helpful :)

[@evarodriguez2963]

very helpful video! I have a TL 2020 PE and am still learning more about this machine. I appreciate this learning experience.

[@micheleowens5389]

Great information. Thank you.

[@JukiJunkies]

Thanks for watching!

[@bluebear7797]

Very helpful! Thanks

[@JukiJunkies]

You're welcome!

[@crissyb65]

Yay! My tension is so much better now.

[@JukiJunkies]

Yay!!!

[@gailh5362]

Wow -- huge help - especially the part about the spring inside the thread tension dial. Many thanks,

[@virginiajaquez7238]

This video was very informative...exactly what I needed. Thanks, for the tip too on stretching the inner spring of the tension knob! I love my Juki! Best machine ever!

[@williejoereynolds2637]

Thank you so much super clear

[@ellennewman7283]

Thanks for the great examples of what to expect, great tip for different thread types too!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad I was helpful :)

[@priscillacummings4780]

Same issue as Pauline! Thanks for showing this. Very helpful

[@cindybarney3321]

Great Video....So very helpful....Thank you so much....I love all your videos they are so informative....Keep them coming....

[@Jocantral]

Thank you so much for this great explanation and demo. I love my Juki but was suddenly having trouble getting good quality stitches. You took the fear out of messing with the tension dials. There's nothing like seeing beautiful stitching.

[@JukiJunkies]

Great to hear!

[@charmainekirk1512]

Thanks! Great video!

[@JukiJunkies]

You're welcome!

[@cathypalmer1365]

Great tutorial! Thanks very helpful 😀

[@JukiJunkies]

You're very welcome!

[@candicemcfee5288]

Thank you thank you thank you, I needed this so bad. My machine runs like a charm now!

[@JukiJunkies]

You're welcome!!

[@janetbaba6315]

Thank you. Really appreciate this video. Always great

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@janemeyer794]

Perfect demo! I looked and looked and yours is the BEST. thanks!

[@JukiJunkies]

Yay! Thank you!

[@suebabe100]

I am so happy I found your channel! I've been bingeing on your videos. I had no clue how the tensions worked. I also have had nothing but problems with my needle threader but now I can revisit it and if needed buy a new one from you. Thank you so much from a happy new subscriber. :)

[@juliemiller2144]

Great video! Exactly what I need to know! Glad I found you!

[@JukiJunkies]

Welcome aboard!

[@lance3665]

Great video.

[@TerriShaver1]

Excellent! Thank you so much!! I’ve been tearing my hair out!

[@leemiller2811]

Great vid.

[@JennCrafts]

Very helpful thank you !!

[@annclancey3388]

Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@JukiJunkies]

Thank you!!

[@susanlocke9956]

I finally understand the tension setting. Amazing video and clear instructions. Thank you SO much!!

[@JukiJunkies]

You are so welcome!

[@elainebukowsky9187]

Terrific video! Just bought my first mechanical machine today, an Haruka. I’ve never had to adjust bobbin tension. I wouldn’t have understood how to fix the switches without this video. Thank you so much for your great Juki videos.

[@nanasloves]

THANK YOU for showing adjusting the spring. When showing adjusting the basic tension, use contrasting thread . 🙂

[@bethserran]

Thank you for sharing!! What a great video and tutorial! I have the Haruka. It is first time owning a JUKI machine. I have a Bernina, HUsqvarna Viking ,and Brother Luminaire XP2 embroidery machine. I do love this straight stitch semi-industrial machine.

[@stacieburt8549]

Thank you soooo much!!! Your videos are a tremendous help!!!

[@JukiJunkies]

We are happy to help! ❤

[@sissy13]

Very good instructions!!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@500cheergirl]

Thank you so much for great video! Just watched to reset my tension. Lifesavers!

[@JukiJunkies]

You're welcome!

[@kimberlyglascock6875]

Great video!!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@SewPerky]

This video is awesome! I just started sewing 2.5yrs ago and this is the first time I understood how to adjust tension from the top or the bottom. THANK YOU!!!!

[@bkartoz]

Thank you for showing how to change tension on my Juki….I’ve never understood it. My Viking is more user friendly on tension…BUT I almost never use anything but my Juki. 👏👏👏

[@MEC03]

Thanks David. I’m trying to get a basic understanding of many things before my machine arrives. These videos are very helpful.

[@laurenlawless5785]

Thank you. My issue was my bobbin tension. Now I know!

[@JukiJunkies]

Yay glad we could help :)

[@rochellemarouski3456]

Thank you, I am a new Juki owner with lots of looping on back. So will try your suggestions.

[@JukiJunkies]

yes tighten the top it will fix it :)

[@99algae]

I am following all your videos…very helpful for this new 2010 owner. Thank you.

[@JukiJunkies]

Great to hear!

[@madelinevelazquez7891]

Thank you for sharing. Love these tutorials. They really help. Any chance you can do a tutorial on the presser feet knob for the TL 2010. Thanks again

[@JukiJunkies]

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[@janellehumphreys7619]

Thank you, I could not figure out how to adjust the tension and how to tell what the top tension is😊 hopefully now I can get it straightened out, and……Imwill buy more bobbin cases.

[@patriciagose3891]

I am heading in to adjust my tension now that I finally see how to change the bobbin tension. Thank you!!

[@sandracleland1403]

Very helpful! Don't need to fix mine now, but good for education! Now I have to look to see if my bobbin clicks when I put it in on my 2020 PE. Thanks again!

[@ravenskye6595]

Just got a Juki 18 and this was extremely helpful. You are my go-to help. So glad to follow your channel.

[@JukiJunkies]

Great to hear!

[@sageabovethemoon21]

Thank you so much! I have had my machine for years and I found your site today and I am learning so much!! Thank you!

[@JukiJunkies]

Happy to help!

[@parrd08]

Thank You David. I appreciate the time and effort to produce an educational video. I also did not know that the bottom appearance was controlled by the dial on the machine. Good job.

[@JukiJunkies]

Thanks for watching!

[@myabcpilates8783]

Fantastic video. Just got me new Juki today

[@JukiJunkies]

Thank you :)

[@myabcpilates8783]

Refused !!

[@VinesFilm]

Thank you. I'm new to the Juki Community. This tutorial helps me a lot!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suewivell7431]

Thank you so much for this video - I have looked and looked for advice on tension issues and have struggled for some reason to understand the issues but you have just made it all sink in!!!! I am so thankful to all of you guys that share your knowledge - helps me soooo much :-)

[@JukiJunkies]

You're very welcome!

[@judyl.6550]

Thanks!!! All along, I’ve been adjusting the dial at the front of the machine (on my 18) thinking it was the top thread. No wonder it never looked right.

[@tammyclemmens6026]

Great tutorial!! Thank you so much for providing the most in depth videos for us Juki TL owners! I always learn so much from your videos.

[@JukiJunkies]

Thank you! Our pleasure

[@paulinelees27]

Purchased this machine just today and test sewing found the tension needed some adjustment but I wasn't sure what was a normal setting. This has been so very helpful. I really appreciate the clear photography and advice. Thanks so much.

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thanks!

[@brendawilliams5946]

Thank you! I have been long-arming and got my Juki TL 2010q back out after it being stored away a long time so I could start binding with it, and I was doing the tension wrong.... like I was used to with my long arm, which is so different than a Juki domestic machine.

[@carolynmoore1546]

Oh my gosh!! you helped me so much. Appreciate your videos!!! I had my TL2000 over 4 months before found your help. Thank you again.

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad I could help!

[@tracyfuhr347]

Very Helpful thank you

[@JukiJunkies]

You're welcome!

[@bonniekrohn8469]

This are wonderful. Thank you! I just got my machine and these videos are so helpful. I am just following along and building confidence.

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SewTexas]

Quick and extremely efficient. Nothing worse than sitting through long videos that say little!

[@JukiJunkies]

Thank you :)

[@imnanner2]

Thanks for the tips. I have a Juki TL98E that my daughter found in a thrift shop a couple years ago. It is in excellent condition and I've never adjusted any of the tension. However, when I happened across this video I decided I needed to check the tension of the bobbin. It was just a bit loose. A quarter turn made all the difference. I've subscribed for any other videos you might share about cleaning and maintenance. I have a dear friend who services Janome and Bernini machines, but we live halfway across the country from each other. He's great about video calls, especially with my MB4S. I use that Juki more than my high end Pfaff Icon. The Juki handles thick layers much better than any of the rest of my machines. No need for a walking foot.

[@annapfeil8970]

Thank you

[@kaschanewberry2077]

I love your videos

[@ewahuffman1745]

Thank you so much for this video. I recently got juki TL 2010Q and I'm still trying to figure things out. I was trying to adjust my tension properly. Silly me didn't know that bobbin is controlling top thread and that I have to make it tighter to get nice humps on top and get rid of my almost "continuous line". Yay.

[@willdroegemeier1584]

Thank you so much, it was very informative. I will definitely use this info. I have been using my TL 2000 for 5 years and love love love it. I only wish I lived closer to you, cause I think it’s time for a tuneup. I have had no problems at all! Keep the videos coming please.

[@JukiJunkies]

Great to hear!

[@carolynrowlettmurray1899]

Misplaced my instruction Manual and the stitches were looking so sloppy, you gave me the answer to my problem and gave me the confidence to turn the screw on the bobbin, I was told to never touch that screw! Also you pointed out that different weight threads need a different bobbin case. Wish I would have found you a long time ago. Thanks for the lesson.

[@lghollen5543]

Thank you for sharing this video, I have my Juki Tl 2010 for 5 years and never saw a video like this, I have been having problems with broken needles when doing free motion , I need to check all my settings.

[@rosemariegreenland106]

Thank you, very helpful. I’ve had this machine for 8 years and have always struggled with the tension.

[@JukiJunkies]

You’re very welcome!

[@katheytiller3436]

Omg...thank you so much...I couldn't understand why sometimes my stitches would just be straight lines and I'd have to waste time meddling with the tension. Thanks for you expertise.

[@kathymandy39]

Thanks for the great info. Silly me with my new machine did not know the top stitch tension was set thru the bobbin. I've been working on the top stitch tension totally incorrect and now I'm excited to do it right!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad I could help!

[@user-eg1wv2nm4t]

This is great information. I have been having trouble with tension and was not sure how to set it correctly. Thank you for your video

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@amymckee2346]

OMG! Ive been struggling for the past 24 hours, trying to correct my thread tension after working with vinyl. This video explains the tension adjustments so well! Thank you!!

[@JukiJunkies]

Glad it helped!

[@lanellehatcher561]

Thank you so much! I've always been terrified of adjusting my bobbin case but you just did it soooooo casually. I do a lot of FMQ and my greatest frustration is having the backing thread - usually a different color - show through to the top against the top thread - usually white. I will give this a try right away ! I'm also going to order another bobbin case for use with my cotton threads. I FMQ with Glide... LOVE LOVE LOVE ... and I've noticed my bobbin case reacts differently to the different fibers. Big news here is that I had no clue the bobbin tension controlled the top and vice versa. Makes sense when you think about it! Again ... many thanks!

[@JukiJunkies]

We are so happy to help. Feel free to call us anytime to help you with any Juki or sewing needs. Isn’t Glide awesome. I love how it’s virtually lint free too. Happy Sewing! Gigi

[@lucilledoxey1007]

My Juki is my quilting workhorse and I ve just gone through a nightmare trying to get the presser foot lifter replaced. My next step I s to contact my nearby dealer, but I may be back to wail some more. Nicely done video!