CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Getting Ready
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE
■ Checking the Needle
Place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface
(such as the needle plate or a piece of glass) and
check that the gap between the needle and the flat
surface is even.
a Even gap
b Flat surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
a
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise
the needle.
b
Press .
→ The screen changes, and all keys and operation
buttons are locked.
CAUTION
• Always press in the operation panel before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the “Start/
Stop” button or another operation button is pressed 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 will easily break and may cause injury.
Note
Never use bent or blunt needles.
a
b
Memo
Before replacing the needle, cover the hole in the
needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent the needle
from falling into the machine.