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Replacing the Presser Foot

This section describes how to replace the presser foot.

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Presser foot precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser foot.

CAUTION

Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break.

Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine.

Replacing the presser foot

Replace the presser foot as described below.

Memo

zFor details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 138).

zZigzag foot "J" is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased.

aPress (Needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle.

a

aNeedle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

zBefore replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, injuries may occur if one of the operation buttons is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

cRaise the presser foot lever.

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aPresser foot lever

XThe presser foot is raised.

dPress the black button at the back of the presser foot holder.

a

b

aBlack button

bPresser foot holder

XThe presser foot holder releases the presser foot.

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Brother computerized embroidery and sewing machine operation manual Replacing the Presser Foot, Presser foot precautions

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