SECTION VII
Maintenance
Proper machine cleaning and oiling are essential to ensure maximum machine performance.
Cleaning and Oiling
Unplug the machine from the electrical outlet. Open the front and side covers.
Remove the presser foot by pushing the lever on the back of the foot holder.
Remove the needle plate by pushing down its release lever (a).
Disengage the upper knife.
(a)
Use the brush to remove all lint and fiber accumulation.
Apply a drop of oil to the points (b) as shown. Oiling should be performed for every 8 hours of actual sewing operation.
| Reattach the needle plate by pressing down on its front |
| section until it snaps onto the needle plate pin (c). |
| To reattach the presser foot, place the foot underneath |
| the foot holder and lower the presser bar. The foot will |
(b) | snap back into place. |
(c)
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