Brother 885-V55, Computerized Embroidery Machine Replacing the needle

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Replacing the needle

Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" (page 27).

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

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aNeedle position button

bTurn off the machine.

CAUTION

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

cPlace fabric or paper under the embroidery foot and cover the hole on the needle plate.

Note

zBefore replacing the needle, be sure to cover the hole in the needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent the needle from falling into the machine.

dLower the presser foot lever.

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aPresser foot lever

eHold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle.

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aScrewdriver

bNeedle clamp screw

•Do not apply a strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine may be damaged.

fWith the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper.

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aNeedle stopper

gWhile holding the needle with your left hand, use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw.

CAUTION

zBe sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver. Otherwise, the needle may break or damage may result.

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