How to position the upper thread correctly

If you use the horizontal thread stand, make sure there is no gap between the foam pad, thread spool and spool disc because otherwise the thread can get wrapped around the thread stand in front of or behind the thread spool.

When using the vertical thread stand, the foam pad must be placed underneath. Otherwise, the thread could be pulled down by its own weight and then get wrapped around the thread stand. 

Be careful with the knee lever

The knee lifter is a practical accessory that enables the presser foot to be lifted simply by pressing the knee on the knee lever. However, if you sit too close to the knee lever, it is possible to exert a constant pressure on it, which can mean the presser foot is always lifted a little bit and there is insufficient tension on the upper thread. 

Further information on the knee lifter is available here.

Switch off the securing stitches

Your machine is set to sew securing stitches when you start sewing. This means that if you press the thread cutter button and then start sewing again, the machine automatically makes four securing stitches on the spot. 

In the case of thin fabrics, this could lead to the fabric being pulled down right at the edge when you start sewing.

However, you can switch off the securing stitches in setup.
To do this, select the Setup program, then go to "Sewing settings", "Program buttons and icons", "Thread cutter" and deactivate the securing stitches.

On 8 Series machines

The automatic needle threader cannot be used when using a thicker thread as the upper thread or when using the double needle. When you start threading, a window appears on the display with the "Manual threading" icon, which you have to press.

Next, press the "Automatic needle threader" button and then thread the upper thread into the needle manually. An animation of this process can be found in the machine tutorial under "Threading", "Twin needle threading".