UPPER THREADING

dPivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the front of the spool.

aSpool pin

bSpool cap

cThread spool

dSpool felt

ePush the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position.

CAUTION

If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

Use the spool cap (large, medium, or small) that is closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit on the end of the spool and cause the needle to break.

Memo

When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the thread spool.

aSpool cap (small)

bThread spool (cross-wound thread)

cSpace

If a spool of thread whose core is 12 mm (1/2 inch) in diameter and 75 mm (3 inches) high is inserted onto the spool pin, use the mini spool cap.

aSpool cap (special)

b12 mm (1/2 inch)

c75 mm (3 inches)

fWhile holding the thread with both hands, pull the thread up from under the thread guide plate.

aThread guide plate

gWhile holding the thread in your right hand, pass the thread through the thread guide in the direction indicated.

hGuide the thread down, up, then down through the groove, as shown in the illustration.

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