7
Changing Needles
CAUTION:Always make sure to turn the power switch off
and disconnect the machine from power supply
before changing the needle.
Raise the needle by turning the handwheel and
lower the presser foot.
Turn off the power switch.
zLoosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
Remove the needle from the clamp.
qNeedle clamp screw
xInsert a new needle into the needle clamp with
the flat side of the needle to the rear.
When inserting the needle into the needle
clamp, push it up against the stopper pin and
tighten the needle clamp screw firmly.
wStopper pin
eFlat side
To check needle straightness, place the flat side
of the needle onto something flat (a needle plate,
glass etc.) The gap between the needle and the
flat surface should be consistent.
Never use a blunt needle.
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FABRIC
Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy
Net, Tulle
Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine,
Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen,
Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de Soie,
Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed
Crepe, Qiana
Single Knits, Jersey, Swimwear, and Tricot
Leather, Suede
Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velv eteen,
Poplin, Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz,
Gabardine, Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics
Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch
Velour, Stretch Terry, Sweater Knits
Leather, Vinyl, Suede
Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking
Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur,
Drapery Fabrics
Leather, Suede
Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics
Topstitching for Special Finishes
TYPE of NEEDLE
Universal
Ball Point
Blue Tipped Needle
Universal
Blue Tipped Needle
Ball Point
Wedge Point
Leather Needle
Universal
Ball Point
Wedge Point
Leather Needle
Denim Needle
Universal
Wedge Point
Leather Needle
Universal
Topstitching Needle
WEIGHT
Very Light
Light
Medium
Heavy
Very Heavy
NEEDLE SIZE
9 (65)
9 (65)
11 (75)
11 (75)
12 (80)
11 (75)
11 (75)
11 (75)
14 (90)
14 (90)
14 (90)
16 (100)
16 (100)
16 (100)
18 (110)
16 (100)
14 (90)