CHANGING THE NEEDLE
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Press o o o
o in this order to display a
video example of the operation on the LCD (see
page 34). Follow the steps explained below to
complete the operation.
a
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise
the needle.
b
Press .
* If the message “OK to automatically lower the
presser foot?” appears on the LCD screen, press OK
to continue.
oThe entire screen becomes white, and all keys and
operation buttons are locked.
c
Use the screwdriver to turn the screw
toward the front of the machine and loosen
the screw. Remove the needle.
CAUTION
Always press on the screen before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the Start/
Stop button or another operation button is presse d accidentally, the machine will start and injury may
result.
Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause
injury.
Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle w ill easily break and may cause injury.
Memo
To check the needle correctly, place the flat
side of the needle on a flat surface. Check
the needle from the top and the sides. Throw
away any bent needles.
aParallel space
bLevel surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
Note
Before replacing the needle, cover the hole
in the needle plate with fabric or paper to
prevent the needle from falling into the
machine.
Note
Do not apply pressure to the needle clamp
screw. Doing so may damage the needle or
machine.