Checking The Needle; Replacing The Needle - Brother Computerized Embroidery Sewing Machine Operation Manual

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Checking the needle

Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous
since the needle may break while the machine is
being operated.
Before using the needle, place the flat side of the
needle on a flat surface and check that the distance
between the needle and the flat surface is even.
a Flat side
b Needle type marking
■ Correct needle
a Flat surface
■ Incorrect needle
If the distance between the needle and the flat
surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use
a bent needle.
a Flat surface
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Replacing the needle

Replace the needle as described below. Use the
screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to
be straight according to the instructions in "Checking
the needle".
a Press (Needle position button) once or
twice to raise the needle.
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a Needle position button
b Turn off the sewing machine.
CAUTION
● Before replacing the needle, be sure to
turn off the sewing machine, otherwise
injuries may occur if the start/stop button
is accidentally pressed and the machine
starts sewing.
c Lower the presser foot lever.
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a Presser foot lever
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