when needle starts to go down again. Needle will go down, picking up the
bobbin thread.
Note: The bobbin thread will not get pulled through if the hand wheel is
turned clockwise (away from you).
5. Pull the spool thread gently towards you, seeing it has caught the bottom
bobbin thread.
6. Raise the Presser Foot (D) using the Presser Foot Lever (V).
7. Pull the thread through, laying it on the Presser Foot Deck (S) under the
Presser Foot (D), running it in the direction away from you.
8. Slide the Bobbin Compartment Cover (C) back into place.
Note: It is essential that threading both the top and bottom be done properly.
Check carefully, and do one practice stich before beginning to sew. Improper
threading will damage the lockstitch.
Adjusting tension
1. You should not need to adjust tension as the factory has already adjusted it
for maximum performance. However, if you find that stitches are too loose or
too tight, you can adjust the stich.
2. Loosen stich by turning the Tension Adjusting Screw (L) counter clockwise (to
the left).
3. Tighten the stich by turning the Tension Adjusting Screw (L) clockwise. Sewing
heavier fabric may require loosening the stich. Very light fabric may require
tightening the stich. Bobbin tension cannot be adjusted.
Changing the needle
1. Turn the Hand Wheel (W) to raise the needle to its highest position.
2. Loosen the Needle Clamp Screw (R) by turning it counter clockwise (towards
you). You may need to use a short slotted screwdriver or small pliers.
3. Remove the Needle (E), pulling down, away from the Needle Clamp (G).
4. Place the new needle with the flat side facing in against the Needle Clamp (G).
5. Push it gently as far up as it will go, and against the Needle Clamp (G).
6. Tighten the Needle Clamp Screw (R) while holding the needle in place.
7. Note: Needles come in various sizes designated by numbers. They designate
the left of the needle. The smaller the number, the thinner the needle. Use
smaller needles for more delicate fabrics and larger needles for heavier
fabrics.
8. Note: The needles currently provided with this sewing machine are 3.8cm.
*Additional bobbins, needles and needle threaders can be purchased at a local craft
store. Please be sure any additional bobbins you may purchase are the exact same
style.
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