4 Maintenance
Cleaning the Machine
To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean it often.
No lubrication (oiling) is needed. Wipe the exterior surface of
your machine with a soft cloth to remove any dust or lint
built up.
Cleaning the Bobbin Area
Lower the feed teeth and turn off the machine.
Remove the presser foot. Push the bobbin cover release
button (A) to the right and remove the bobbin cover (B) and
the bobbin. Use the screwdriver for the needle plate to
remove the two screws (C) in the needle plate. Lift up the
needle plate. Clean the feed teeth and bobbin area with the
brush included with the accessories.
Cleaning Under the Bobbin Area
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Clean the area under the bobbin case after sewing several
projects or any time you notice an accumulation of lint in the
bobbin case area. Remove the bobbin case by lifting it up.
Clean the area with the brush or a dry cloth.
Put the bobbin case in place so that the tip (A) fits into the
stopper (B).
Note: Do not blow air into the bobbin case area. The dust and lint will
be blown into your machine.
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4 Maintenance