Lower Threading - Brother XL-5051 Operation Manual

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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ——————————————————————————————————————————————
CAUTION
G
Make sure you follow the instructions
carefully. If you do not cut the thread
completely, and the bobbin is wound,
when the thread runs low it may tangle
around the bobbin and cause the needle
to break.
CAUTION
G
Setting the bobbin improperly may cause
the thread tension to loosen, and may
break the needle.
1
1 Wound evenly
2 Wound poorly
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Lower Threading

G
Setting the bobbin improperly may cause
the thread tension to loosen, breaking the
needle and resulting in injury.
G
The bobbin was designed specifically for
this sewing machine. If bobbins from older
models are used, the machine will not
operate correctly. Use only the enclosed
bobbin or bobbins of the same type
(part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).
2
G
Make sure you turn the power off while
threading the machine. If you
accidentally step on the foot controller
and the machine starts to work, you
could be injured.
1
Raise the needle to its highest position by turning
the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise)
and raise the presser foot lever.
2 Open the shuttle cover behind the extension
table on the front of the machine and pull the
bobbin case out of the shuttle race by pulling
the latch toward you.
1 Bobbin case latch
2 Bobbin case finger
CAUTION
2
1
1 Wound evenly
2 Wound poorly
Actual size
11.5 mm
(7/16")
CAUTION
2
1