Maintenance
Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.
Cleaning the machine surface
If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
CAUTION
●Make sure that the sewing machine has been turned off, and then unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
●Do not use benzene, thinner or cleansing powder, otherwise the machine may be discolored or deformed.
Cleaning the race
Clean the hook and under the needle plate. Sewing performance will suffer if lint and dust collect in the race; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically.
aTurn off the sewing machine, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
CAUTION
●Make sure that the sewing machine has been turned off, and then unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
bRaise the needle and presser foot lever.
cPull the flat bed attachment off to the left.
dLoosen the presser foot holder screw and remove the presser foot holder, and then loosen the needle clamp screw and remove the needle.
eGrasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide it toward you to remove it.
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aNeedle plate cover
fRemove the bobbin case.
Grasp the front of the bobbin case, and then pull it out.
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aBobbin case
gUse the enclosed cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the race and its surrounding area.
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aCleaning brush
bRace
• Do not apply oil to the race or bobbin case.
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