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6Replace the bobbin cover. Put the projection into the race retainer groove and push closed.

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1Groove

2 Projection

Make sure that the end of the thread comes out from the cover toward the rear of the

machine (as shown in the illustration).

• Draw up the lower thread before starting 1 sewing. Refer to “Drawing up the lower

thread” on page 16 after threading the upper thread.

Upper threading

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Spool pin

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Thread take-up lever

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Thread guide (back)

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Mark on the handwheel

3Thread guide (front)

CAUTION

When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break.

Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower.

Use the needle and the thread in the correct combination. For details on the correct combination of needles and threads, refer to “FABRIC, THREAD, AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS” on page 17.

1Turn off the machine.

2Raise the presser foot lever.

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1Presser foot lever

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Brother LX2500 operation manual Upper threading

LX2500 specifications

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The LX2500 includes a built-in one-step buttonhole feature, which simplifies the process of creating perfectly sized buttonholes. This eliminates the difficulty that many sewers face when attempting to make buttonholes manually. Additionally, the machine offers a adjustable stitch length and width, allowing for further customization for various sewing projects.

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