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Preparatory work
− Now pass the thread through the tension spring and into
the thread hole. Make sure that around 15 cm of the thread is
hanging out of the bobbin.
Check that the bobbin is inserted correctly and that it can be turned
clockwise in the case.
Inserting the bobbin case
− Hold the bobbin case so that the fi nger (A) of the case is
pointing upwards.
− Open the rocking arm of the bobbin case.
− Put the bobbin case on the central pin and press the case in
carefully until the fi nger of the bobbin case stops in the recess
(B) in the shuttle track ring.
− Let go of the rocking arm and press it onto the bobbin case.
− Close the bobbin case cover.
Threading the upper thread
Please read the following instructions carefully as an incorrect
sequence or thread guiding can lead to broken threads, missed
stitches and gathered fabric.
1. Before threading the needle, raise the needle to its highest
position by turning the hand wheel
8
.
2. Raise the presser foot lever
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to the upper position (3) as well
in order to loosen the tension so that the upper thread can be
threaded without any problems.
3. Place a cotton reel on one of the cotton reel holders.
4. Now feed the thread through the upper thread guide
2
.
A
B
1
3
2
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