Melco EP 1, Инструкция по установке, эксплуатации и обслуживанию

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EP 1 Operation Manual Melco Embroidery Systems
4. Gently jiggle the case like a yo-yo. The tension should be loose enough that a small amount of
thread (about an inch) unwinds from the reel, then stops. If no thread comes out, the tension
must be decreased. Loosen the setscrew slightly (counter-clockwise), then jiggle the case
again.
5. Once the tension has been set properly, put the thread through the hole in the horn that is
attached to the bobbin case, then install the case into the machine.
How to Select a Needle
The EP 1 embroidery machine uses a Class 15 household sewing machine needle. The following
needle types are given to help guide you in selecting the proper needle for your various embroi-
dering situations. This is only a suggestion, and you should choose your needles in the future
through experience you gain while embroidering.
HA x 1 65/9 sharp: for embroidering a thin material, like a pocket in the lining of a coat.
HA x 1 75/11 sharp: standard, applicable to almost all embroidering.
HA x 1 90/14 sharp: for embroidering a thick material, like a canvas bag.
65/9 ball point, 75/11 ball point, & 90/14 ball point: for knits, sweaters, & other delicate gar-
ments.
Needle Replacement
1. With the power switch turned OFF, raise the needle above the needle plate by turning the fly-
wheel counter-clockwise.
2. Loosen the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver.
3. Remove the needle by pulling it down and out of the needle clamp.
4. Check the new needle for a flat portion on the shank. If there is a flat, rotate the needle so
the flat is facing to the rear of the machine. This automatically positions the needle properly
for installation. If no flat is on the shank of the new needle you must orient the needle with
the “scarf’ facing to the rear of the machine. This will leave the ”thread groove" of the needle
in the front. (You can easily feel the groove by rubbing your finger nail across the front of the
needle.)
5. Insert the new needle fully into the needle clamp until it touches the pin.
6. Tighten the needle clamp screw securely.