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Checking the needle
Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous
since the needle may break while the machine is
being operated.
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the
needle on a flat surface and check that the distance
between the needle and the flat surface is even.
a Flat side
b Needle type marking
Replacing the needle
Replace the needle as described below. Use the
screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to
be straight according to the instructions in “Checking
the needle”.
a
Press (Needle position button) once or
twice to raise the needle.
a Needle position button
b
Turn off the sewing machine.
c
Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to
cover the hole in the needle plate.
z Before replacing the needle, cover the hole
in the needle plate with fabric or paper to
prevent the needle from falling into the
machine.
d
Lower the presser foot lever.
a Presser foot lever
● If the distance between the needle and the flat
surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not
use a bent needle.
a Flat surface
● Before replacing the needle, be sure to
turn off the sewing machine, otherwise
injuries may occur if (Start/stop
button) is accidentally pressed and the
machine starts sewing.
