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bInsert the thread cassette into the thread
cassette compartment.
Slowly press down on the thread cassette until
it clicks into place.
aPush here
aNeedle bar thread hooks
XAt the same time that the thread cassette is
inserted, the needle is threaded.
XThe thread cassette indicator goes off.
• If any of the following operations are
performed, the needle may not be threaded
or the machine may be damaged.
• If the needle could not be threaded or the
thread was not passed through the needle bar
thread hook, refer to "Loading the spool into
the thread cassette" (page 22) and perform
the procedure again starting from step b.
• The thread cassette can be inserted whenever
the presser foot lever is raised or lowered.
However, when the side cutter is attached,
be sure to lower the presser foot lever before
installing the thread cassette. For more
details, refer to "Sewing overcasting stitches
using the optional side cutter" (page 71).
CAUTION
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✕Pushing the cassette
down too fast
✕Pushing down on a part
of the cassette other
than the gray area
✕Inserting the cassette
only partway, then
pulling it out
✕Inserting the cassette
partway and pausing
before fully inserting it
●The needle threader will automatically
thread the needle when the thread
cassette is pushed down. Be sure to keep
your hands and other items away from
the needle, otherwise injuries may occur.