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l. Color change to Needle 8 and then apply red Loctite (MS 222) to the M4x8mm cap
head screw and install the screw into the top of the bracket, tightening it to the torque
specifications.
Figure 2 - Right Color Change Spindle Mounting Bracket
5. Right Color Change Spindle Mounting Bracket Replacement (only if damaged):
a. Color change to needle 16 to expose the top screw.
b. Loosen and remove the M4x8mm cap head socket screw from the top of the bracket and set it
aside for reuse.
c. Remove the two M4x6mm cap head socket screws from the side of the bracket and set them
aside for reuse.
d. Remove the damaged bracket and throw it away.
e. Install replacement bracket in place on the color change linear actuator spindle.
f. Apply red loctite (MS222) to the two M4x6mm cap head socket screws on the side of the
bracket and install the bracket to the needlecase. Leave the screws loose for now.
g. Release the emergency stop button if it is engaged.
h.
Color change to needle 1 and then tighten the screws to the torque specifications.
i. Color change to needle 16, then apply red loctite (MS222) to the M4x8mm cap head screw
and install the screw into the top of the bracket, tightening it to the torque specifications.
6. If you have no further work on the needlecase assembly, reinstall the needlecase cover and the
access cover.
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