Daily Cleaning Procedures; Points To Note When Cleaning - Brother Z-8550B Instruction Manual

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Daily cleaning procedures

The following cleaning operations should be carried out each day in order to maintain the performance of this
machine and to ensure a long service life. Furthermore, if the sewing machine has not been used for a long period
of time, carry out the following cleaning procedures before using it again.

Points to note when cleaning

• Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out these operations. The
machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
• When cleaning the rotary hook, do not touch sharp parts such as the tip of the rotary hook directly
with your fingers. Otherwise injury may result.
• When removing the needle plate, auxiliary needle plate and knife unit, use a screwdriver that
matches the size of the screw heads. If a screwdriver that does not match the size of the screw
heads is used, it may damage the screw heads and result in injury to the operator or damage to the
articles being sewn.
• Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it
may crush your feet or cause other injuries.
• Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If
only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand
may get caught.
• Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease so that
they do not get into your eyes or onto your skin. Otherwise inflammation can result. Furthermore, do
not drink the oil or eat the grease under any circumstances. Diarrhea or vomiting may result. Keep
the oil and grease out of the reach of children.
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