dInsert the extra spool pin onto the end of the bobbin winder shaft.

aBobbin winder shaft

b Extra spool pin c Thread spool

eInstallthread.the thread spool and thread the upper

Memo

When setting the thread spool, set it so that the thread winds off from the front of the spool.

fThread the upper thread for the right side in the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded.

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aThread guide cover

For details, refer to step a through j of “Threading the upper thread” (page 20).

gWithout passing the thread through the needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle.

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back.

hAttach zigzag foot “J”.

For details on changing the presser foot, refer to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 33).

CAUTION1

When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot “J”, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

iTurn on the sewing machine.

XThe LCD comes on.

jSelect a stitch.

For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting a stitch” (page 42).

For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to “Stitch Settings” (page 89).

CAUTION

After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break.

kPress (Needle mode selection key).

XThe twin needle can now be used.

To return to single needle sewing, press (Needle mode selection key).

Even after the sewing machine is turned off, the twin needle setting is not cancelled.

CAUTION

When using the twin needle, be sure to select the twin needle setting, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

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