Maintenance; Cleaning - Singer 9985 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE

DANGER:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect
the power line plug from the electric outlet before
carrying out any maintenance.

CLEANING

If lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook,
this will interfere with the smooth operation of the
machine. Check regularly and clean the stitching
mechanism as needed.
A. Bobbin Holder
Remove the bobbin cover and bobbin.
Clean the bobbin holder with a brush.
B. Hook Race and Feed Dog
1. Remove the needle, presser foot and holder.
Remove the bobbin cover and bobbin. Remove
the screws holding the needle plate.
2. Remove the needle plate by lifting up the right
side of the plate.
3. Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.
CAUTION:
To prevent accidents, do not touch the thread
cutter unit (a).
4. Clean the hook race, feed dogs and bobbin
holder with a brush. Also clean them, using a
soft, dry cloth.
5. Replace the bobbin holder into the hook race so
that the tip (b) fi ts to the stopper (c) as shown.
6. Replace the needle plate inserting the hook into
the machine. Replace the screws and tighten.
Note:
* An LED lamp is used to illuminate the stitching
area. It does not require replacement. In
the unlikely event it does not light, call your
authorized SINGER retailer for service.
* There is no need to lubricate this machine.
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