UPPER THREADING

 

 

Always make sure to thread the machine properly as shown in the directions.

If the machine is not threaded properly, the thread could get stuck, needles could break and bodily injury could result.

 
  1. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lever.

     

  2. Press the "NEEDLE POSITION" button to raise the needle to the up position.

     

  3. Set the thread spool. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool.

    The spool cap closest to the thread spool size should be used to hold the spool securely on the spool post.

     

    While sewing and embroidering, be sure that the spool pin is pulled out and pushed toward the back of the sewing machine.

     
  4. Guide the thread as illustrated by the numbers and arrow marks on the machine. Threading is easy if you hold the thread gently with your right hand while guiding the and of the thread with your left hand.

       

    * Threading is easy if you hold the thread gently with your left hand while guiding the end of the thread with your right hand.

     

  5. Lower the presser foot.

     

  6. Run thread through the guide above the needle.

    HOW TO USE THE AUTOMATIC NEEDLE THREADER

    1. Lower the needle threader lever all the way down using your left index finger.
      (Pass thread to the right. )


       
    2. Push the automatic needle threader lever to the back, pass the third hook through the eye of the needle, then scoop the thread up from below and through the third hook.


       
    3. While gently holding the thread, pull the needle threader lever toward you.


       
    4. Simultaneously release both thread and automatic needle threader lever.
      The threading hook will pass the thread through the eye of the needle.


       
    5. Pull the thread towards the rear to finish the upper threading.

     

    • Be careful not to turn the machine on while using the automatic needle threader.
       
    • Be careful not to force the thread and bend or damage the needle.
     
  7. Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out from the rear of the machine by about 5 cm (13/64").

     

 

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