Tutorial: How to thread an overlocker: Jaguar Easy Threading Overlockers 487, 488 and 489

[@RoddardUK]

Thank you so much. I’ve just bought a Jaguar 735D, never having used an overlocker before. The manual is rubbish and there are no videos for my particular model. I felt totally at sea. This machine is very similar and your clear instructions with close-up views have helped enormously.

[@veronicacain2923]

You made it very easy. Tension guides would be helpful

[@grahamjeffries]

My Jaguar Novum 488 is arriving on Tuesday from you and cant wait to try it out on some waistcoats I like to make

[@sleepycat8887]

How did you do with yours? I bought one a few weeks ago too, mine came threaded 🪡 and I was super glad it did because I’m clueless. BUT today …. 😭…. One thread ended and I am now looking for how to re-thread. I’m so lost 😅. After a few videos… still no luck 😅. Edit- mine is a different model. 🤷‍♀️

[@michellecarmichael5831]

I bought my Jaguar overlocker from you last month. It’s been great and this video is so good. Thank you for your great customer service.

[@MarionWelchman-jw3pd]

Just bought a Jaguar 099 overlocker. Watching your video on how to thread the overlocker has helped

[@sapphosvenus]

Thankyou so much for making this video it was so helpful, just bought a supa lock, it works wonderfully now

[@carolstrong9816]

thankyou so much for your clear instructions on threading my overlocker you tutorial was straight to the point and clear enough for me to understand

[@dawnbradley1574]

I bought an overlocker it is still.in the box I was scared to try it but your video has made me want to try it now thank you

[@ainemurray493]

Fantastic video! So clearly explained, many thanks!

[@brendaeves3236]

I have just watched your video to help me with threading my new and first overlocker. It’s a Jaguar 2015 DF. I couldn’t have done it without your excellently informative instructional video ! Your instructions were so clear and well demonstrated that it was a cinch! Thank you so much as I found the illustrations in the manual very poor. You’re video will be my go to. Thanks again. Brenda, a VERY grateful newbie to overlocking

[@charlottepurslow1739]

Brenda Eves Just got my first and it’s exactly the same model! Lol xx

[@chriscooper213]

Thank you so much for your very clear and explicit instructions. I received my Jaguar 2015 df today and you have given me the confidence to try using it! I"ve never used one before but thanks to your tutorial I'm looking forward to seeing what I can achieve

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

So glad to hear that the video has been some help..... GOOD LUCK

[@vansdeeley7000]

Bought the 488 recently from you, tried it out with the thread on the machine. Now ready to thread my black to overlock my skirt !

[@kez6161]

Thank you, I’m now off to practice threading my new 099 just got it yesterday and looked so complicated. After watching you has given me the know how to do it without being scared.

[@abigaildrummond5244]

My husband just ordered my jaguar overlocker from you for my birthday ..so excited, but got to wait until 25th Dec to open it

[@karenbradley6304]

Thank you for this video. I have just purchased a jaguar 2015 overlocker. I watched your video before taking it out of the box. I found your video very helpful as I learn better by watching and doing rather than reading a manual 😃

[@janemcmillan2033]

Hi Trish. I recently bought this very same machine, and as a first time owner/user for me, your video was very helpful and clear, when I had to re-thread it after my lower looper spool ran out (my machine came ready threaded). This was a daunting task but I watched your tutorial and followed your instructions and managed to thread up very easily. Thank you. 👏👏 I’ve been sewing for 25yrs plus as a hobby on and off, but never had an overlocker before. My daughter is expecting her first baby in two weeks so I’ve been busy making baby clothes for my new grandson. My overlocker finished these items very professionally and I am getting more confident with it now. 🥰

[@paulineeileen]

This was the most helpful instructions ever I just was unable to follow manual and the instructions were perfect thankyou.

[@christinewotherspoon6655]

Thank you for your very clear explanation and the instructions for threading this machine. So easy to understand!

[@barbarasmith1934]

Thank you 😊 I just got my first overlocker and it is a bit daunting, this really helped.

[@signtalkarwyddoasiarad919]

Thank you so much, I can’t believe hoe easy you made this although will have to watch again next time I’m sure 😃

[@carrieleroux9349]

I have had an overlock machine for years, and haven't used it because the threading seemed too complicated for me. With your video, which was so clearly explained, I'm finally ready to try!! Thank you!!! :)

[@eileenhazell2135]

I have been looking to buy this overlocker as never used one before and I would like to thank you for the informative instructions on how to thread the overlocker it was the best info for me with clear instructions to enable me to make my choice.

[@pj6579]

Fantastic video tutorial Trish! I have always been too scared to attempt an overlocker because of the threading BUT having watched your tutorial on Monday I am now sat here on Wednesday having just taken delivery of my Jaguar 489 from GUR! Thank you, I am now subscribed & keen to play with my fab machine ..... which I unthreaded to thread again :)

[@susanfisher2333]

Am thinking of buying and overlocker and the Frister & Rossmann Jaguar has been recommended. Found the tutorial very helpful.

[@s8computers]

I have just watched the entire video and I don’t even own a sewing machine - fascinating 😂

[@christellerozat7998]

Thank you so much for this video. Very clear and simple to follow 👍

[@dianawoolley1928]

Recently acquired novum overlocker no instructions your instructions very explicit and extremely helpful great thankyou.Diana

[@shelleycrowley1284]

Thank u.... I was clueless.... Now I can thread it.... Yeah! 😁

[@jodarmanin]

Helped me decide, thanks heaps.

[@geniedmello9983]

Hi. I’ve got a Jaguar serger but I d like to see how you use the dial on the left side of the serger and the 2 dials near the power button. Would appreciate some tutorials on how to use the Jaguar serger effectively. Thanks so much.

[@gracenicholls3392]

Thank you, crossing fingers. My brand new Jaguar 099 ran out of thread this morning! I have tried and tried to re thread. To no avail. I guess I have to do the whole thing. Let's see.

[@kateglazier3726]

Very simple after you know how thank you. One thing can you show how the needle threader works I’ve just discovered it in the tools of the front flap.

[@christinecoppen3245]

hi had my 489 a week ago absolutley love it i have practised with the thread it came with now watching your very clear video on how to thread it keep up the good work from Christine

[@user-bl1hh1mn7w]

Thank you for this very clear threading tutorial. I have just bought a jaguar 099 and whilst my machine is similar its not exactly the same I am interested in any/all tutorials for example using different number of threads Taking the blade off

[@colin101981]

Thanks for this really clear and helpful video. I'm pondering getting one of these.

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Thank you, at the present moment we are out of stock of the latest models the Novum Supa Lock 488 and the Jaguar 489 due to the demand during the COVID lockdown. .... the stock level should be back to normal in the next few weeks,

[@aadeleye6301]

Great tutorial Trish, you made it so simple. Could you please show has to use 2 threads and 3 threads. Thanks!

[@ragpuss72]

Great tutorial, thanks 😊. Would you consider doing a further tutorial around troubleshooting? So if there’s a problem with the stitches how to correct it?

[@annholohan4244]

brilliantly clear video thanks Trish.

[@gillianbent7869]

Great video can you show me how to change the stitch finger for rolled hem

[@susancotten6462]

Brilliant demo thank you

[@kathleenanderson33]

Do you have any more KZbin videos on the tensioned for various fabrics ?

[@sims398]

Awesome thank you for sharing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@JaneTunbridgeStoner]

I wish that I had found this video months ago. It now seems so easy but I had been about to throw the machine out of the window 😊

[@traceymcentee6630]

Excellent tutorial. Thankyou..

[@bc-xz1yq]

Very nice vdo.nice n easy way for overlocking

[@emmanightingale3783]

Great video. I am set up and ready to go :-)

[@atandi22]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@AnnieSuzie]

Brilliant video. Do you know how to thread the Jaguar 935D please?

[@vivlee3840]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@kathleenanderson33]

Great the times I’ve come back to you 😂

[@JantyTopaz]

That was a very good tutorial. Thank you.

[@katierourkedowding4170]

Thank you for posting this video. My overlocker arrives on Wednesday. I'm a complete newbie - expect plenty of idiot questions heading your way!!

[@compagniecouleurdestropiqu4709]

Merci pour ce précieux tuto

[@shirleymiller2631]

You have really helped thank you. I would be nice to have an explanation on at the adjustment on the machine😊

[@carolinemalkin3999]

Hi i have bought this machine, but can not find anywhere in my manual how to do a lettuce hem with it, is it possible for a short tutorial on how to do it on this machine please

[@debrataylormbe4079]

Hi, I have a Jaguar 97 and I removed the stitch finger to do a rolled hem, this is the first time i have used my new machine and i cant see how to refit the stitch finger.. I have searched high and low for a tutorial and I cant find one, is there any chance you can help me, i would be really grateful and happy to pay for you help. kindest regards Deb

[@Sooz3112]

Helpful, thanks. I think Jaguar are also 'Frister & Rossmann'.. My Mum had a F&R sewing machine for over 30 years, she used it for her business too, making stuffed children's toys. She never had any trouble with it. Have have a Janome sewing machine but I'm not looking at just Janome overlockers. I quite like the look of Jaguar overlockers. I know it doesn't have a free arm, but for children's clothing but they probably wouldn't stretch around a free arm anyway, so it's not 'essential' for me to only consider free arm overlockers. I'll take a look at your website, thank you x

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Hi Su, forty-odd years ago the Frister and Rossmann range used to be manufactured by Jaguar, have a look at the Jaguar 489, a good solid machine compared to a lot of other brands, you will not be disappointed.

[@Sooz3112]

Thank you. I’ve been in touch with you via email about the Jaguar. Thanks for your help 😊 x

[@janecamp1683]

HI, I have a jaguar 99 and threaded all correct but every time i go to use it the thread comes out of the lower thread. I get no chains.. all tensions are on 4 i just cant see why the thread breaks. thank you

[@MarionWelchman-jw3pd]

I have a Jaguar 099 overlocker and having problems with the threading. I am finding the threads snap after threading after turning the wheel towards you, the threads break.what am I doing wrong?

[@alanleigh4772]

Very clear, many thanks

[@Saiqa76]

Can the blade be disengaged on the 489 please? Rather than having to remove it.

[@faydiaz1311]

Gracias por la explicacion.

[@tfotherby36]

Hi. Just bought an over locker from you a Jaguar Novum. Is there anyway of disengaging the cutter tool please? Thanks

[@WendyDenton-m8n]

Really gandy ,thank you

[@thuydiemlam1985]

Thanks Trish for showing this video clip. I had had an 087DW model, ages ago but never use it as I do not know how to use it. 😟 After seeing your clip two times, I tried on mine and I can’t open the left hand side part (at 3’:08” from the video clip). I just wonder as if the model 087DW that has similar functions to the model that you showed on the clip? Please advise. Greatly appreciated for your help. Thanks a lot. Best regards, Belinda.

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Hi, Yes the Jaguar 087DW has the same function, where you can open the front 180 degrees. Front opens exactly the same way as shown in the video.

[@thuydiemlam1985]

GUR Sewing Machines Thanks Trish. It is so hard that I can’t open it. I will try again with oil. 😊

[@thuydiemlam1985]

GUR Sewing Machines Hi Trish, I finally can open it now. Yeah. I have to “lift the pressure food up” then it come out easily. 👍😁 Again, thankfully for your help and feedback. 💞💞💞

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Well done...... Happy Sewing

[@thuydiemlam1985]

GUR Sewing Machines Thanks 😊

[@janeobrien3388]

Very helpful, thank you. J

[@kechiugo7178]

Thank you very much for this

[@christinejohnson7835]

Helpful!

[@mayaral8595]

Does the jaguar overlocker 228 work the same way?

[@jdj66]

Fabulous thank you so much

[@richardparsons1312]

I’m trying to move the wheel towards but don’t know how lol

[@janicehopes5244]

I have a Jaguar 096 which has dials that the cotton goes around for the needle threading and I can't get it to sew, cotton keeps breaking and keeps jamming, I have released the tension on these dials to 0 but still keeps happening. Can you help.

[@margarethill9946]

I have just bought a jaguar overlooked from GUR . Thank you so much for the tutorial. I wonder if you could show how to use the overlooked for other things.

[@sharronskillern3958]

Brilliant thankyou x

[@reemara]

hello and thank you for this clear video.. i just wonder if this jaguar serger has a standard presser feet like other machines or should one buy its own feet ?? and also, where do you rank it among other brands?? i had other brands (i don't want to mention names) but wasn't so happy with them.. so how do you recommend this one?? thank in advance

[@kathrynwright4484]

Excellent tutorial thank you! I am in the process of buying a second hand jaguar epochlock 055d however there is no manual, do you know where I can buy a manual from or download one? Many thanks

[@margaretmontgomery4860]

I've just watched your video for a Jaguar overlocker and I'm very impressed by the simplicity of threading it. I currently have a Brother overlocker and the lower looper thread keeps breaking. I've re-threaded so many times and it's no better. I'm wondering if the Jaguar 489 would be a good replacement for the Brother, which I've had for a number of years?

[@jesshothersall]

I read elsewhere that thread breaking on them can be a tension issue? (I don't know, but am just passing on info I've seen)

[@nannyval]

Does this have a sleeve arm please or is it just a flat bed?

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Most of all overlockers are flatbed, Brother overlockers have a free arm sleeve

[@nannyval]

@@GURSEWINGMACHINES thank you for responding so quickly, and or a very informative review.

[@lizhecht9965]

Hi, great demo for threading. I think I kept forgetting the little hook before actually threading the needle. I do have another question: How do I change the width of the overlock seam, and can I use regular sewing machine needles to replace one that broke whilst trimming quite a thick edge?

[@fz4rmd638]

Used overlock thread or sewing thread?

[@lisahalmshaw1275]

I bought a Jaguar 099 last year. 9/10 the thread will break, sometimes I get to sew and then it breaks, sometimes it breaks immediately. I have spent days threading carefully. I am using good quality threads. I have sent it back and it was returned saying there is no fault. I am at the end of my tether, just can’t understand why.

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

Sorry, this is a model we don't sell as the Jaguar 489/488 are the latest model from 2020, please contact the seller you purchased your machine from or you are more than welcome to bring the machine into our store for us to check over for you. For this, there will be a repair/service charge as the warranty is with the people you purchased it from. Hope this helps. Thank you

[@joharrison7851]

Hi Trish only just found this video. Fabulous. Is the 099 a good model to buy as I am on limited funds. Jo Harrison

[@GURSEWINGMACHINES]

The 099 is the old model style and there have been a lot of changes made, please have a look at the Jaguar 489