Gammill Vision User Manual
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Page 19Using a Stand-alone Bobbin WinderOne of the Gammill available accessories is a stand-alonebobbin winder. Just like the on-board bobbin winder, thestand-alone winder has a cone thread holder, a tensionassembly, bobbin post and a bobbin-fill lever and arm. Inaddition, this winder has a foot pedal, motor and electricalcord.Batting was placed behind various parts to help display the details.The bobbin post, fill lever and arm are shown below.* When in the ‘Open’ position, the fill lever is straight up, andthe fill arm is angled down so there is enough room for theempty bobbin to be pushed onto the bobbin post.* When in the ‘Closed’ position, the fill lever is angled forward and the fill arm moves up intothe bobbin, without touching either side.Batting was placed behind various parts to help display the details1. Cone thread is mounted on the holder and the thread is drawn straight up and around thethread guide, then down to the tension assembly.2. The thread goes through the eyelet, around and between the tension disks, clockwise.3. Draw the thread back toward the empty bobbin and wrap it around 6-8 times, clockwise.4. Step on the foot pedal to start the motor and fill the bobbin.5. When the bobbin is full, the Bobbin Fill Lever will pop to the Open position and the bobbinwinder will stop winding.About the Bobbin CaseOnce the bobbin is wound, it can be inserted into the bobbincase. The bobbin case is similar to those used with domesticsewing machines, but larger (size M), so it holds more thread.Exactly how much more depends on the thickness of thethread. Our bobbin case also has a thin metal piece insidecalled an anti-backlash spring. This prevents the bobbinFollow the steps (1-5) above to wind a bobbin.* Adjust the tension knob if needed. Right to tighten, Left to loosen.Remember, the bobbin should not be soft and mushy, but it also shouldnot be so tight that you can’t feel a little give when pressing on the threadwith your fingernail.* If the thread pops out from between the tension disks, it is too tight.YourTurnBobbin post and Fill LeverCone thread holderTension assemblyMotor Foot pedalElectric CordTension AssemblyClosedOpenBobbin PostBobbin on postBobbin Fill leverBobbin Fill armTension Bar,Thread slotTension screw |
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