A
B
12 – Preparations
Your machine has three spool pins, a main spool
pin and two auxiliary spool pins. The spool pins
are designed for various types of thread. The main
spool pin is used in a horizontal position (the thread
reels off the spool) and the auxiliary spool pins in a
vertical position (the thread spool rotates). Use the
horizontal position for normal threads and the ver-
tical position or specialty threads and second thread
spool when using twin needle.
Main Spool Pin
Place the thread spool on the spool pin. Make sure
that the thread reels off the spool counter clockwise
and slide on a spool cap. Use a spool cap slightly
larger than the thread spool. For narrow thread
spools (A), use a smaller spool cap in front of the
spool. For large thread spools (B), use a larger spool
cap in front of the spool. The at side of the spool
cap should be pressed rmly against the spool.
There should be no space between the spool cap
and the thread spool.
Note: Not all thread spools are manufactured in the same
way. If you experience problems with the thread, turn it
in the opposite way or use the vertical position.
Auxiliary Spool Pin
The Auxiliary Spool Pins are used when winding
a bobbin thread from a second spool of thread,
or when sewing with specialty threads or a twin
needle. Two Auxiliary Spool Pins are included with
your machine. To use, insert an Auxiliary Spool Pin
into the designated hole at the top of the machine.
Place a felt pad under the thread spool to prevent
the thread from reeling off too quickly. Do not place
a spool cap on top of the spool pin, as this would
prevent the spool from rotating properly.
Spool Caps
Spool Pins
Spool caps in three sizes are included with your
machine. If the thread is snagging on the top of the
thread spool, place a spool cap on top. Always use
a spool cap slightly larger than the thread spool to
prevent the thread from snagging. The at side of
the spool cap should be pressed rmly against the
spool. There should be no space between the spool
cap and the thread spool.