Adjustment
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11.05.15 Tension release bar
Requirement
1. With the thread-trimming mechanism in resting position and the presser foot/roller presser
raised, there must be a distance of approx. 7 mm between the left edge of release bar 8 and
housing 9.
2. When the point of thread catcher 5 is at the same height as the rear edge of stop trip 6 of the needle
plate (see arrow) with the presser foot/roller presser resting on the needle plate, the tension discs
must be loosened to such an extent that the needle thread can be easily pulled through them.
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● Taking care that the thread-trimming mechanism is in resting position, raise the presser
foot.
● Loosen screws 1.
● Set linkage rod 2 (screws 3) to the height stipulated in requirement 1.
On machines without automatic backtacking and presser foot lifting mechanism
(-911/97), bracket 4 must be unscrewed to obtain access to screws 3.
● By turning the balance wheel, bring the machine to needle rise position and manually
activate the engaging lever.
● Allow the presser foot/roller presser to rest on the needle plate.
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3
4