How do I thread the elna 344D overlocker the picture doesn't explain where the cotton goes

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Be sure to thread the machine "exactly" as instructed. The threads have to be threaded in a particular order and if not followed, the machine will not work properly!

Your owner's manual should have instructions:

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If you need help, the local Elna dealer may be able to offer some assistance.

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tension on an Elna L4 overlocker (or serger in USA) is controlled with the four dials on the front of the machine, an overlocker has a tension dial for each thread (usually 3, 4 or 5) and the mid range setting will be 5 on each dial. It is critical to lift the thread pole to its maximum height and follow the threading diagram correctly taking the thread from the cone, through the thread eyelets on the pole, then usually a thread carrier on top of the machine, down and around the tension dial, then usually through another couple of thread carriers until reaching the needle or loopers. Many overlockers will have a threading diagram inside the front looper cover and will use colour coding on the components so you can see where each thread goes.

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You can download a manual for this specific machine (Elna 683 686 Overlocker Serger mach...Elna 683 686 Overlocker Serger machine) for £4.95 at the following link:

http://sewingonline.co.uk/library/elna-683-686-overlocker.html

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You could just buy a freestanding thread stand to put behind your machine? The stands are marketing for those who do machine embroidery with lots of colours but I'm sure you could just lop off every second spool holder to make room for your overlocking cones, pop on your cone holders and away you go, to see one, go to www.ebay.com.au and search for this item no 300533236347.

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Have a look at this website, they have a threading page, if your machine is not listed email them and they will help.
Sorry not to be more helpfull but it would be impossible for me to explain how to thread your machine on here.
www.sewusa.com