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Question posted by jjosephines on February 20th, 2013

Elastic Thread

How do I use Elastic Thread in my Brother nx- 400? The thread is not gathering the fabric as it should, is there any way to adjust the bobbin tension?

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Accessory Catalog - Page 3

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Accessory Catalog - Page 9

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Accessory Catalog - Page 11

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Users Manual - English - Page 4

.... Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. 5 6 8 7 1 Presser foot dial Use the presser foot dial to adjust the amount of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric. 2 Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. 3 Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward...
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Users Manual - English - Page 55

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