Mounting the Necchi Sewing Machine on the Table
It is important to ensure the Necchi sewing machine is securely mounted to the table before beginning any sewing projects. Before doing so, the user should clean and dust the desk they plan to set up their sewing machines on. With a damp cloth, wipe down the table to ensure there is no dust or oil as these can reduce the grip of the machine’s clamps. Once clean, cover the table with a plastic barrier to ensure the stitching process is easier and smoother. Once the table is ready, it is time to mount the sewing machine. To mount the sewing machine securely to the table, attach the machine to the clamp and tighten the screws until the machine has been firmly fitted.
Threading The Necchi Sewing Machine
After the Necchi sewing machine has been securely attached to the table, the user can begin threading the machine. To begin, make sure the handwheel is at its highest level, this will make threading the machine easier. Once the wheel is at its peak level, lift the presser foot and unwind the thread from the spool. The thread should now be secured onto one of the thread guides, the user should move the thread from thread guide to thread guide until it reaches the take-up lever. Once the thread has reached the take-up lever, pull back the thread to a length of 8 to 10 inches and thread it through the eye of the needle. Thread the needle and pull the thread towards the front of the machine. Now the thread is ready to be set on the upper tension axis, move the thread through the tension discs until the thread comes out of the hole at the back of the disc. Move the thread to the spool pin and insert the thread into the slot, making sure to keep the thread tight.
Tying the Thread and Fitting the Bobbin
The user should now tie the thread onto the end of the bobbin and place the bobbin into the bobbin case. To do this, the user should hold the thread and press the bobbin winder stopper to prevent the thread from winding. Place the bobbin into the bobbin case and pull the thread from the bobbin to the side, this will make sure the thread is not tangled or pulled, which can lead to skipped stitches. The user should now fit the bobbin by slotting it into the bobbin slot. Make sure the bobbin is fitted in the correct direction and always test to ensure the thread is coming through the needle. Pull the thread a few inches at a time, making sure the thread is taut.
Catching the Thread
Once the bobbin has been fitted, the user should then thread the machine to the needle and catching the needle thread. Begin by sliding the bobbin case to the far left, then raise the needle to secure the thread. Move the thread to the take-up lever and thread it through the eye of the needle by pulling the thread to the front of the machine. Make sure to pull the thread taut to ensure a secure fit. The user should then place their finger over the bobbin case, this will allow the thread to come up the needle and catch it. Once the thread is through the needle, move the hand wheel until the needle is at its highest point and then slide the bobbin case to the far right.
Using the Thread Cutter
Once the user has successfully threaded the needle, they should then use the thread cutter. To do this, the user should press the cutter down, this will cut the threads off the machine and ensure the user does not have any loose threads. Use the thread cutter and cut off the excess thread, then raise the needle to the highest point and the user will be ready to begin stitching.
Maintenance and Care
To ensure the Necchi sewing machine stays in good working condition, the user should take great care with threading the machine. Make sure to untangle the thread before threading and to replace any thread that has become frayed or broken. It is also important to make sure that the threads are feeding through the machine correctly, if the thread is not feeding correctly the stitches may come out uneven. It is also important to keep the bobbin wound correctly, this will ensure the thread is evenly wound and the stitches will not be too tight or too loose.
Advanced Threading Tips
There are some advanced tips that the user can employ to ensure their threading is efficient and their stitches are neat. Experiment with different threads such as different weights and lengths to see how they affect the tension. The user can also try double threading the machine by threading two threads through the needle instead of just one. This will produce stronger stitches and can be used to stitch thicker material.
How to Efficiently Change the Thread
When changing the thread on the Necchi sewing machine, the user should start by pulling the thread forward through the eye of the needle. Make sure the thread is taut, then turn the hand wheel to the highest point. Cut the old thread, then take the new thread and thread it through the needle. Once the needle is threaded, pull the thread towards the front of the machine and raise the needle again, this will allow the user to slot the new threads into the tension discs. Finally, fit the thread onto the spool pin to finish the threading process.
Bobbin Threading
Bobbin threading is essential for the sewist to understand. To understand how to thread the bobbin, the user should first check that the bobbin winder is disengaged. Place the bobbin onto the bobbin case, then slide the bobbin case to the side while holding the thread. Insert the thread through one of the thread guides and move it to the take-up lever, then pull the thread to approximately 8 to 10 inches in length. Move the thread through the slot on the bobbin and pull the thread tightly, then slip the thread outwards. Pull the thread to the bobbin winder and secure it, then re-wind the thread in the opposite direction and cut the thread. The user should then move the bobbin winder to the ‘On’ position and wind the thread around the bobbin. Once the bobbin is full, the user should slide the bobbin case back to the centre and the bobbin threading is complete.
Threading the Needle with Bobbin Thread
After the bobbin has been threaded, the user should then thread the needle with the bobbin thread. To do this, they should start by holding the bobbin thread at the back of the machine. Lift the presser foot and move the needle to its highest position, then pull the bobbin thread towards the slot in the needle plate. Move the thread through the slot, making sure the thread is tight. Hold the bobbin thread in one hand and the needle thread in the other, then pull the needle threads to the front of the machine. The thread should now be through the needle, the user can now start to stitch.
Winding the Bobbin
Once the user has finished their project, the bobbin will need to be re-wound. To do this, make sure the bobbin is firmly fitted into the bobbin case before sliding the bobbin case to the side. Take the end of the thread and insert it into the bobbin tension discs, then move the bobbin winder to the ‘On’ position. Turn the hand wheel until the bobbin is full and the user has reached their desired bobbin size. Finally, cut the thread and the bobbin should be re-wound and ready to go.
