Attaching The Needle - JUKI MOL-254N Instruction Manual

3. Attaching the needle

WARNING
Turn the power switch OFF before starting the work.
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❶ ❶
❹ ❹
Use a suitable count for sewing since it varies in accordance with sewing conditions.
1. Needle ...... DP×17 #19 to 21(export standard : DP×17 #21)(domestic standard : DP×17 #19)
2. Thread ...... Cotton thread : #30 to 50
Spun thread : #30 to 50
When using needle or thread other than the aforementioned needle or thread, gradually increase
the speed after performing confirmation of sewing state at a low speed rotation of the sewing ma-
chine. Otherwise, needle breakage may occur.
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❶ ❶
❹ ❹
❷ ❷
1) Loosen setscrews ❶ .
2) Insert needles ❷ fully into the hole in needle
fitting base ❸ until the end of hole is reached.
At this time, set scarf ❹ of needle ❷ on front
side to the front side and that of the needle on
the rear side to the rear side (refer to left illustra-
tion).
3) Tighten setscrews ❶ .
If burr or return should occur at the nee-
dle tip, replace the needle since it will
cause thread breakage or needle breakage
although it depends greatly on the applica-
tion conditions.
Be sure to check the needle before starting
the work.
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