Cleaning the looper area
Dust, fabric and thread remnants accumulate in the looper area during overlocking and these must be
removed regularly.
Prerequisite:
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The presser foot is raised.
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The needles are in the top position.
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Switch off the machine.
> Remove the presser foot.
> Remove the screws of the stitch plate with the Torx screwdriver.
> Remove the stitch plate from the freearm.
> Remove the cleaning cover on the freearm.
> Remove dust, fabric and thread remnants with the brush or a vacuum cleaner.
> Insert the cleaning cover.
> Attach the stitch plate and screw it on.
> By slowly turning the handwheel, ensure that the knife, the needle and the feed dogs are not impeded in
their movement.
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