Brother XL-3500 - Manual (Page 20)

KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ——————————————————————————————————————————————
18
Lower Threading
• For more details on using the quick-set bobbin, see
page 19.
1
Raise the needle to its highest position by
turning the handwheel toward you
(counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot
lever.
2
Slide the button and open the cover.
1 Cover
2 Slide button
3
Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in
the direction shown by the arrow.
• Only use bobbins that were designed to be
used with this machine.
• Make sure that the thread is correctly
inserted through the tension-adjusting spring
of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, re-
insert the thread.
1 Tension-adjusting spring
● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause
the thread tension to loosen, and may break
the needle
.
1 Wound evenly
2 Wound poorly
● The bobbin was designed specifically for
this sewing machine. If bobbins from other
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)).
● Make sure you turn the power off while
threading the machine. If you accidentally
step on the foot controller and the machine
starts to sew, you could be injured.
CAUTION
1 2
Actual size
This model Other models
11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
CAUTION
● Make sure you set the bobbin so the
thread unrolls in the right direction. If
the thread unrolls in the wrong direction,
it may cause the thread tension to be
incorrect or break the needle.
1 2
CAUTION
1
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