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MAINTENANCE

Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below.

Cleaning the machine surface

If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.

CAUTION

●Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.

Cleaning the bobbin case

Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the bobbin case; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically.

aSwitch the machine off and unplug it.

CAUTION

●Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or be injured.

bRaise the needle and the presser foot.

cLoosen the presser-foot screw and the needle clamp screw to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle.

dSlide the needle plate cover release toward you to remove the needle plate cover.

aNeedle plate cover

bNeedle plate cover release

eRemove the bobbin case.

Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.

aBobbin case

fUse the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust from the race and its surrounding area.

aCleaning brush

bRace

• Do not put oil on the bobbin case.

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