Brother 885-V12/V13 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
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Checking the needle
Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous
since the needle may break while the machine is
being operated.
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the
needle on a flat surface and check that the distance
between the needle and the flat surface is even.
a Flat side
b Needle type marking
a Flat surface
If the distance between the needle and the flat
surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use
a bent needle.
a Flat surface
Replacing the needle
Replace the needle as described below. Use the
screwdriver and a correct needle, as described in
“Checking the needle”.
a
Press (needle position button) once or
twice to raise the needle.
a Needle position button
b
Turn off the sewing machine.
c
Lower the presser foot lever.
a Presser foot lever
a
b
a
a
Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn
off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries
may occur if the start/stop button is
accidentally pressed and the machine starts
sewing.
Before replacing the needle, place fabric or
paper under the presser foot to prevent the
needle from falling into the hole in the needle
plate.
CAUTION
a
CAUTION