PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK

hWind a decorative thread around the bobbin by hand. After winding the bobbin so it is filled as shown below (about 80%), cut the thread.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the machine’s included bobbin or one designed specifically for this machine. Using any other bobbin may result in damage or injuries.

*Actual size

aThis model

bOther models

c11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch)

Note

Slowly and evenly wind the thread around the bobbin.For best results, wind the bobbin so the thread is snug and not twisted.

iUsing scissors carefully trim the thread tail as close to the bobbin as possible.

aBeginning of wound thread

CAUTION

If thread extends beyond the top of the bobbin too much, the thread may become tangled or the needle may break.

jInstall the bobbin wound with thread.

Whether or not tension should be applied to the bobbin thread depends on the type of thread being used.

When tension is applied to the bobbin threadInsert bobbin into bobbin case so the thread unwinds from the left side.Then correctly pass the thread through the tension spring as shown below.

aTension spring

CAUTION

When winding the bobbin, make sure the thread is not frayed. Sewing with frayed thread may result in the thread catching on the tension spring of the bobbin case, the thread completely becoming tangled or damage to the machine.

Do not guide the bobbin thread through the groove in the needle plate cover, otherwise the lower threading cannot be done correctly.

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