JA "Dressmaker" Model 5501 - Threading the machine

This is a Japanese "JA" Machine that is badged Dressmaker. These machines may also be labeled Imperial Deluxe, Deluxe Zig Zag, Fleetwood, Universal, Homemaker, and many other names. The model on this is 5501, but that could vary as well. If your machine has the same knobs, thread guides and features of this machine these instructions should work.