Replacing The Needle - Alfa Network Next 100 Instruction Manual

Replacing the needle

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Attention:
Turn the power switch to off ("O") when
carrying out any of the above operations!
Change the needle regularly, especially
when it shows signs of wear or if it causes
problems.
Insert the needle following the illustrated
instructions.
1. Turn the handwheel towards you
(counterclockwise) lowering, then raising
the needle. Turn the needle clamp screw
counterclockwise to remove the needle.
The flat side of the shaft should be
positioned towards the back.
2. Insert the needle up as far as it goes.
Then tighten the needle clamp.
Needles must be in perfect condition.
Problems can occur with:
1 Bent needles
Blunt needles
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Damaged points
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