Sailrite Leatherwork - Threading the Machine

D
E
G
H
J
F
I
K
Threading the Machine
1� Thread comes off top of cone (A) to
Thread Stand arm (B)�
2� Pass the thread through one hole in the
thread post (C) (most direct route to bobbin
tensioner) (D)� For home sewing, use the
post to hold the thread spool (p� 22)�
3� Pass through pig tail of bobbin tensioner (D)�
4� Loop through ear holes going down
through the rightmost hole, skipping
middle hole, and bringing thread around
front and down again through the leftmost
hole (E)�
5� Thread through upper tension (shown
without cover knob) (F)� Make sure lift
lever (G) is raised up to release tension
plates so thread can pass through� Be
sure to catch the hooked spring end with
the thread last�
6� Pass through take-up arm (right to left)
(H) and then under end cover (I)�
7� Pass through the needle bar thread
guide hole (J) and then down through
the needle eye from left to right (K)�
C
B
A
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