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3. Hold the thread at both ends and tug gently to
ensure the thread is correctly inserted between
the tension discs. (If the presser foot lifter is
raised, the thread easily inserts between the
tension discs.)
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Left needle thread tension dial
4,5 Slide the thread from the bottom of front cover
thread guide (2) and the take-up lever cover right
to left.
6. Guide the thread over the front cover thread guide
(3).
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Front cover thread guide (2)
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Take-up lever cover
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Front cover thread guide (3)
7. Insert the thread into the left slot of the needle
thread guide plate.
8. Raise the needle to its highest point and pass the
thread through the needle bar thread guide from
left to right.
9. Thread the left needle from front to back and pull
the thread about 10 cm (4˝) from the eye of the
needle to the back.
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Needle thread guide plate
8
Needle bar thread guide
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Left needle
– Gently pull all four thread ends towards the
back of the machine.
– Run threads under the presser foot and lower
the presser foot.
– Close side cover and looper cover.
– Turn handwheel toward you to chain off three
or four stitches.
The sewing preparation is now complete.
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