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dRemove the shuttle.
Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it out.
aShuttle
eUse the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to
remove any lint and dust from the race and its
surrounding area.
aCleaning brush
bShuttle race
• Do not apply oil to the shuttle.
fInsert the shuttle so that the projection on the
shuttle aligns with the spring.
aProjection
bSpring
aShuttle
gInsert the tabs on the needle plate cover into
the needle plate, and then slide the cover back
on.
CAUTION
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●Never use a shuttle that is scratched,
otherwise the upper thread may become
tangled, the needle may break or sewing
performance may suffer. For a new
shuttle (part code: XC3153-051), contact
your nearest authorized service center.
●Be sure that the shuttle is correctly
installed, otherwise the needle may break.
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