Brother International PE550D Operation Manual - Page 15
Installing the bobbin
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Winding/Installing the Bobbin Pass the thread under the hook on the bobbin winding e thread guide, and then wind it counterclockwise under the pretension disk. 1 2 3 1 Bobbin winding thread guide 2 Pretension disk 3 Pull it in as far as possible Note • Make sure that the thread is passed under the pretension disk. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5 or 6 f times, pass the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to cut it. a 1 Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) Note • Be sure to wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin, otherwise the thread will become wrapped around the bobbin winder shaft. CAUTION • Be sure to cut the thread as described. If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out. Turn on the machine. g Press the "Start/Stop" button once to start winding the h bobbin. When the bobbin winding becomes slow, press the i "Start/Stop" button once to stop the machine. CAUTION • When the bobbin winding becomes slow, stop the machine, otherwise the machine may be damaged. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left j until it snaps into place, and then remove the bobbin. 1 Remove the spool for the bobbin thread from the spool k pin. Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. You can begin embroidering immediately without pulling up the bobbin thread by simply inserting the bobbin in the bobbin case and guiding the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover. CAUTION • Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. • Before inserting or changing the bobbin, be sure to press on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts. Turn on the machine. a Press (Needle position button) once or twice to b raise the needle. Press . c The screen changes, and all keys and operation buttons are locked (except ). GETTING READY Raise the presser foot lever. d 13