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8.2.3) Changing the needle
– Make sure the needle is completely clear of the needle plate before changing it. If the needle is not clear of
the plate, use the main shaft handle, manually turn the main shaft to put the needle in the right location for
change.
– When inserting the needle, make sure that the
groove of the needle is facing front.
– End tip of the needle should be inserted
completely into the needle bar.
Hole for inserting
needle
Slit on the front
of the needle
1) Turn OFF the machine according to the safety rules before turning the main shaft manually.
2) Immediately remove the main shaft handle afterward: it is dangerous to operate the machine
with the handle inserted.
CAUTION
Needle plate
Needle
Hand pulley
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