CHANGING THE NEEDLE (SYSTEM 130/705H)
Caution: Turn power switch to “O” before inserting or removing the needle.
Replace the needle at the first sign of thread breakage or skipped stitches. Select the correct type and size of needle for the fabric to be sewn. Turn the hand wheel towards you until the needle is at highest position. Loosen the needle clamp screw (A) and tighten again after inserting the new needle. (1)
The flat side of the needle shaft should be facing toward the back (B).
Push the needle up (C) into the needle clamp as far as it will go (D).
Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly.
The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing. Replace the needle (2) if it is bent (A), blunt (C) or the point is damaged (B).
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