Using the needle threader (for models equipped with a needle threader)
This feature is only available on certain models.
CAUTION
●The needle threader can be used with a 75/11 through 100/16 home sewing machine needle. However, the needle threader cannot be used with a 65/9 home sewing machine needle. When using special thread such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, the needle threader cannot be used.
●Thread with a thickness of 130/120 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader.
●The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle.
●If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to “Upper threading” on page 16.
1Follow steps 1 to 8 from “Upper threading” on page 16 before using the needle threader.
2Lower the presser foot lever.
3Make sure that the mark on the wheel points up as shown in the following illustration.
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1Mark on the wheel
4While lowering the needle threader lever, hook the thread onto the guide.
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1Needle holder
2Needle threader lever
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1Needle holder
2Needle threader lever
3 Guide
5Pull down the needle threader lever as much as possible, and then turn the lever toward the back of the machine (away from you). Make sure that the hook passes through the eye of the needle and grabs the thread.
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1Hook
2 Thread
•Hold the thread in front of the needle to make sure that the hook grabs it.
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