CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Getting Ready
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE
a
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise
the needle.
b
Press .
* If “OK to automatically lower the presser foot?”
appears on the LCD screen, press OK to continue.
→ The entire screen becomes white, and all keys and
operation buttons are locked.
c
Use the screwdriver to turn the screw
toward the front of the machine and loosen
the screw, then remove the needle.
• Always press on the screen 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.
To check the needle correctly, place the flat
side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the
needle from the top and the sides. Throw
away any bent needles.
a Parallel space
b Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
Before replacing the needle, cover the hole in
the needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent
the needle from falling into the machine.
• Do not apply pressure to the needle clamp
screw. Doing so may damage the needle or
machine.
