Replacing The Needle; Checking The Needle - Brother Innov-is F440E Operation Manual

Replacing the Needle

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the
handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is
extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and
fragments are dispersed. Be sure to read and carefully follow
the instructions below.
CAUTION
• Only use recommended home sewing machine
needles for embroidery. Use of any other
needle may bend the needle or damage the
machine.
• Never use bent needles. Bent needles can
easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.
■ Thread and needle number
The lower the thread number is, the heavier the thread;
the higher the needle number, the larger the needle.
■ Embroidery needles
Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle for
embroidery.

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.
2
1 Flat side
2 Needle type marking
1
CAUTION
• If the distance between the needle and the flat
surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not
use a bent needle.
1 Flat surface
Note
• Replace the needle in cases such as the two
described below:
1 If stitches are skipped. (The needle may be bent.)
2 After using three full bobbins of thread.
Replacing the needle
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.
b Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to cover
the hole in the needle plate.
Note
• Before replacing the needle, cover the hole in the
needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent the
needle from falling into the machine.
c Press .
→ The screen changes, and all keys and operation
buttons are locked (except
Replacing the Needle
1
1
).
Basic operations B-23
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