3. ASSEMBLY
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3-8-10. Eliminating end play of the needle bar block
Adjust the positions of the needle bar level feed link (1) and the needle bar block collar (2) using the flange (4) of the
needle bar block (3) and the needle bar block clamp (5), so that there is no end play.
Note:
Be sure to insert the needle bar block felt (6).
3-8-11. Adjusting the needle bar in the radial direction
Insert the two needle bar guide collars (2) into the
needle bar block (1), and adjust the position of the
needle bar assembly (4) using the two set screws (3) so
that the needle bar can move smoothly.
Note:
Position the needle bar assembly (4) so that the
holder plate A (5) will face the front when the set
screws (3) are facing the front.
When assembling the needle bar block and
the needle bar gear, align their white paint
marks with each other.
3741Q
3742Q
White paint marks
3743Q