LOWER THREADING
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Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread
There may be some sewing applications where
you want to pull up the bobbin thread; for
example, when making gathers, darts, or doing
free motion quilting or embroidery.
a
aa
aGuide the bobbin thread through the
groove, following the arrow in the
illustration.
* Do not cut the thread with the cutter.
* Do not replace the bobbin cover.
b
bb
bWhile holding the upper thread, press the
needle position button to lower the needle.
aNeedle position button
c
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cPress the “Needle Position” button to raise
the needle.
d
dd
dGently pull the upper thread, and a loop of
the bobbin thread will come out of the hole
in the needle plate.
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ePull up the bobbin thread, then pass it
under the presser foot and pull it about
100 mm (approx. 3-4 inches) toward the
back of the machine, making it even with
the upper thread.
aUpper thread
bBobbin thread
f
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fReplace the bobbin cover.
Memo
You can pull up the bobbin thread after thread-
ing the upper thread (see “UPPER THREAD-
ING” on page 29).
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a
b