APPENDIX
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MAINTENANCE

Restrictions on oiling

In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not
be oiled by the user.
This machine was manufactured with the necessary
amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation,
making periodic oiling unnecessary.
If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the
handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using
the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the
nearest authorized service center.

Precautions on storing the

machine

Do not store the machine in any of the locations
described below, otherwise damage to the machine
may result, for example, rust caused by condensation.
• Exposed to extremely high temperatures
• Exposed to extremely low temperatures
• Exposed to extreme temperature changes
• Exposed to high humidity or steam
• Near a fl ame, heater or air conditioner
• Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight
• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments
Note
In order to extend the life of this machine,
periodically turn it on and use it.
Storing this machine for an extended period
of time without using it may reduce its
efficiency.

Cleaning

CAUTION
1Turn off the machine and unplug it.
2Raise the needle and the presser foot.
3Loosen the presser foot screw and the
needle clamp screw to remove the presser
foot holder and the needle.
4Using the screwdriver, remove the two
screws. Lift up the needle plate as shown
in the illustration, and then slide the
needle plate to the left to remove it.
1Use the screwdriver
5Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out
to the left.
Make sure you unplug the machine
before you clean it, otherwise you risk
getting an electric shock or being
injured.
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