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Disassembling and cleaning the tension unit
a
To remove the thread tension knob, turn it
counterclockwise as shown on the illustration.
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Thread tension knob
b
Using the included cleaning brush, remove any lint and
dust from the two pieces of tension disc washers (top,
bottom) inside the thread tension knob.
1
Thread tension knob
2
Nylon shoulder washer
3
Tension spring
4
Tension base spring
5
Tension disc washer (top) (thinner than nylon washer)
6
Tension disc
7
Tension disc washer (bottom) (thinner than nylon washer)
c
Reassembling the tension unit.
Replacing the needle
a
Set the main power switch to “O” to turn off the
machine.
b
Loosen the needle set screw and remove the needle.
Hold the needle with your left hand, and then hold the
Allen screwdriver in your right hand and turn the needle
set screw counterclockwise.
Note
• When reassembling the tension unit, be sure not to
install the tension disc upside-down.
There is a magnet on the bottom.
Bottom
Top
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Magnet
• When reassembling the tension unit, be careful not
to lose any parts or install any parts in an incorrect
order. The machine may not operate correctly if the
tension unit is incorrectly reassembled.
(page 24):
An instruction video is available for this topic.
CAUTION
• Be sure to turn off the machine before
replacing the needle, otherwise injuries may
result if the machine starts embroidering.
• Never use bent needles. Injuries may result.
Memo
• Your machine is designed to use household
embroidery needles. The factory recommended
needle is “HAX 130 EBBR” (Organ). Schmetz
needles 130/705 H-E may be used as a substitute.
• 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.
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Parallel space
2
Flat surface (glass, etc.)
Note
• Be sure to use the included Allen screwdriver to
replace the needle.
a
b