Viking Designer EPIC, User Manual

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Spool Pins
Main spool pin (A) and auxiliary spool pin (B)
Your machine has two spool pins; a main spool pin and an
auxiliary spool pin. The spool pins are designed for all types
of thread.
Use the main spool pin (A) when threading the upper thread
and for bobbin winding through the needle. For regular
sewing and embroidery thread, use the main spool pin in
vertical position. Place the spool pin in the horizontal
position if you want to keep the machine threaded and close
the lid when you have finished sewing. Remember to place
the spool pin back in the vertical position when you start to
sew/embroider again.
Note: Tilting the spool pins is not possible with large thread spools or
cones.
You may get better results if you tilt the spool pin to the
horizontal position when using small spools of specialty
thread. See Threading Tips and Hints, page 36.
Use the auxiliary spool pin (B) when winding a bobbin from
a second spool of thread or for a second spool when sewing
with a twin needle.
Spool Caps
Spool caps in three sizes are included with your machine. For
most types of thread spools, no spool cap is needed except
when the thread on the spool is running low. If the thread is
snagging on the top of the thread spool, place a spool cap on
top. Always use a spool cap slightly larger than the thread
spool to prevent the thread from snagging. The flat side of
the spool cap should be pressed firmly against the spool.
There should be no space between the spool cap and the
thread spool.
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