Originally Posted by
cabbagepatchkid
I'd be happy to hear from others, on this, because I thought it was the opposite....never adjust the tension unless presser foot was up. I use the vintage machines so not sure if they differ from the newer models.
It will not work to adjust the tension with the foot up. The tension is dis-engaged when the foot is up. When the foot is down the tension is engaged then you can feel the slight drag you need to have the tension adjusted right.