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pInsert the bobbin case so that the S mark on the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine.

• Align the S and z marks.

aS mark

bz mark

cBobbin case

•Make sure that the indicated points are aligned before installing the bobbin case.

CAUTION

●Never use a bobbin case that is scratched, otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center.

●Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break.

qAttach the needle plate cover according to steps h and i in “Cleaning the race” (page 88).

rCheckinstall it.the condition of the needle, and then If the needle is in a poor condition, for example, if it is bent, be sure to install a new needle.

•Refer to “Checking the needle” (page 30) and “Replacing the needle” (page 30).

CAUTION

●Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

Note

●After completing this procedure, continue with the following procedure in “Checking machine operations” to check that the machine is operating correctly.

Memo

●Since the needle may have been damaged when the fabric was caught in the machine, we recommend replacing it with a new one.

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