Brother Sewing Machines Checking the needle, Replacing the needle, machine starts sewing

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Checking the needle

Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated.

Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even.

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aFlat side

bNeedle type marking

■Correct needle

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aFlat surface

■Incorrect needle

If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use

abent needle.

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aFlat surface

Replacing the needle

Replace the needle as described below. Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to

be straight according to the instructions in “Checking 1 the needle”.

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

aNeedle position button

bTurn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

●Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise

injuries may occur if (start/stop button) is accidentally pressed and the

machine starts sewing.

cLower the presser foot lever.

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aPresser foot lever

CAUTION

●Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to prevent the needle from falling into the hole in the needle plate.

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