INSERTING I CHANGING NEEDLES
Change the needle regularly, especially If it is showing signs or wear or causing problems.
To insert a new needle, first turn the Power On/Off
& Speed Control Switch to the “Off’
position. Loosen the needle clamp screw.
Remove the old needle and discard it.
Insert the new needle, with the flat side toward the back, as far up as it will go.
Tighten the needle clamp screw securely.
Needles must be in perfect condition. Problems can occur with: A. Bent needles B.
Damaged points C. Blunt needles
PRESSER FOOT LIFTER
The Presser Foot Lifter is located inside the “C” area of the machine. Use
this to raise and
lower the Presser Foot.
Raise the Presser Foot Lifter before beginning to thread the machine, to ensure that the
machine is properly threaded. Raise it also to remove work from the machine when
sewing is finished. Lower the Presser Foot Lifter after setting fabric under the Presser Foot,
to begin sewing.
Turn the Power On/Off & Speed Control Switch to the “off' position and make sure the
needle is in its highest position
REMOVING / ATTACHING THE PRESSER FOOT
Removing the Presser Foot
