Brother International PR670E Operation Manual - Page 35

1. Installing the Bobbin When the machine is purchased, only the bobbin case is installed in the hook. Insert a bobbin wound with bobbin thread for embroidering. For precautions concerning the bobbin, refer to page 30. Note • The machine does not indicate how much bobbin thread is remaining. Before starting to embroider make sure that there is enough bobbin thread for the pattern. • Make sure to clean the bobbin case every time the bobbin is changed. For details on cleaning the bobbin case, refer to "Cleaning the bobbin case" on page 212. Removing the bobbin case Open the hook cover. a Pull the hook cover toward you. EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL Grab the bobbin case latch, and remove the c bobbin case. 2 1 Latch ■ Oiling the machine After removing the bobbin case, apply oil to the machine. The race should be oiled. For details on oiling the machine, refer to "Oiling the machine" on page 214. Note • Put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use. Installing the bobbin Pull the thread picker toward you if it was b not pulled toward the front. Memo • This embroidery machine is not equipped with a bobbin-winder. Use pre-wound (L type) bobbins. • The optional bobbin winder (stand-alone type) and optional metal bobbins can also be used. (Refer to page 22, 205.) Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. a 1 Thread Picker To gain access to the bobbin case easily, pull the thread picker toward front. Memo • Thread picker is a device that is used to hold the thread when beginning to sew or when trimming the thread. CAUTION • The thread picker can only be moved within a certain range. Do not pull it with extreme force. Note • Check that the thread winds off the bobbin clockwise as shown in the illustration. If the bobbin is installed with the thread winding off in the opposite direction, the embroidery will not be sewn correctly. 33