Brother International DreamWeaver„ VQ3000 Users Manual - English - Page 49

UPPER THREADING h Continue threading however do not pass the thread in the needle bar thread guide l Start sewing. Sample of Twin Needle Sewing "6" on the needle bar. Thread the needle on the right side. B 1 Getting Ready a Needle bar thread guide i Press . j Select a stitch pattern. (Example: ) * Refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" on page S-67 for the proper stitch to use with presser foot "J". → The selected stitch is displayed. Note • If the key is light gray after selecting the stitch, the selected stitch cannot be sewn in the twin needle mode. k Press a to select the twin needle mode. 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. Using Threads that Unwind Quickly ■ Using the Spool Net If using transparent nylon monofilament thread, metallic thread, or other strong thread, place the included spool net over the spool before using it. When using specialty threads, threading must be done manually. If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match it to the spool size before placing it over the spool. a Spool net b Thread spool c Spool pin d Spool cap a Single needle/twin needle setting → appears. CAUTION • Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the twin needle. Using the twin needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage. Memo • When threading the spool with the spool net on, make sure that 5 cm - 6 cm (approx. 2 inches - 2-1/2 inches) of thread are pulled out. • It may be necessary to adjust the thread tension when using the spool net. Basic operations B-47