Brother International Innov-is XJ1 Operation Manual - Page 48

UPPER THREADING j Press to select the twin needle mode. 1 1 Single needle/twin needle position setting display  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. k Start sewing. Sample of Twin Needle Sewing Using the Spool Stand The included 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 remaining, choose the appropriate sized spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) cannot be used with the spool cap base. a b 1 Spool cap 2 Spool cap base a Attach the spool stand to the machine. (page 20) 46