Brother International Innov-is XJ2 Operation Manual - Page 43

k Start sewing. Memo • To change direction when sewing with the twin needle, raise the needle from the fabric, raise the presser foot lever, and then turn the fabric. UPPER THREADING a Attach the spool stand to the machine. (page 12) 1 GETTING READY Using the Spool Stand The spool stand is useful when using thread on spools with a large diameter (cross-wound thread). This spool stand can hold two spools of thread.  Using the Spool Stand (Included with Some Models) • Be sure to use a spool cap that is slightly larger than the spool. If the spool cap that is used is smaller or much larger than the spool, the thread may catch and sewing performance may suffer. • When using thread on a thin spool, place the included spool felt on the spool pin, place the thread spool on the spool pin so that the center of the spool is aligned with the hole at the center of the spool felt, and then insert the spool a cap onto the spool pin. 1 Spool felt • When using thread on a cone spool, use the spool holder. When using cone shaped thread spool with other than cotton thread, it is not necessary to use spool caps. a 1 Spool holder • Depending on the size of spool or the amount of thread a remaining, choose the b appropriate sized spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) cannot be used with the spool cap base. 1 Spool cap 2 Spool cap base b Place the spool of thread on the spool pin so that the thread feeds off the spool clockwise. Firmly insert the spool cap onto the spool pin. CAUTION • Make sure that the spools do not touch each other, otherwise the thread will not feed off smoothly, the needle may break and cause injury. In addition, make sure that the spools do not touch the telescopic thread guide at the center. Note • When using two spools of thread, make sure that both spools are feeding in the same direction. • Make sure that the thread is not caught under the spool. 41