CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Getting Ready
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CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Press → → →
→ in this order to display a
video example of the operation on the LCD (see
page 46). Follow the steps explained below to
complete the operation.
a
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise
the needle.
b
Press to lock all keys and buttons.
* If the message “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. Remove the needle.
CAUTION
• 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.
Memo
• 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.)
Note
• Before replacing the needle, cover the hole
in the needle plate with fabric or paper to
prevent the needle from falling into the
machine.
Note
• Do not apply pressure to the needle clamp
screw. Doing so may damage the needle or
machine.