Flange Machine
Part Number 6Z8303
General Maintenance
61
Replacing the Oil Filter
Lubrication oil is filtered and delivered to all frictional surfaces of the sewing
head. Replace the oil filter approximately every six months. Replace the oil filter
immediately if you observe any of the following:
Oil Jet
A tube that
splashes oil up to the oil
sight window. The force of
the oil determines whether
or not the pump is
working properly.
•
The oil jet in the oil sight window is restricted or weak (
•
The oil contains foam or debris.
•
The filter shows signs of wear.
Figure 8.4
Replacing the oil filter
1
Follow the instructions under “Draining the Sewing Head Oil” on page 60.
2
Remove the top cover of the sewing head by removing the four screws that
secure the cover (
3
Remove the three screws that secure the oil filter cover.
4
Remove the oil cap and the O-ring.
5
Remove the old filter and replace it with the new one.
6
When you finish, replace the O-ring, the cap, and the top cover of the sewing
head.
7
See “Filling the Sewing Head Oil Reservoir” on page 59 to put new oil into
the machine.
CAUTION:
Replace the oil filter every six months. Clogging of the oil
filter can cause insufficient lubrication to the sewing head.
Failure of the sewing head components can result.
