Chapter 1 Maintenance And Troubleshooting; Care And Maintenance; Restrictions On Oiling; Precautions On Storing The Machine - Brother 888-L91 Operation Manual

Care and Maintenance

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Chapter
Care and Maintenance

Restrictions on oiling

In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be
oiled by the user.
This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount
of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic
oiling unnecessary.
If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or
an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and
contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother
authorized service center.

Precautions on storing the machine

Do not store the machine in any of the locations described
below, otherwise damage to the machine may result, for
example, rust caused by condensation.
• Exposed to extremely high temperatures
• Exposed to extremely low temperatures
• Exposed to extreme temperature changes
• Exposed to high humidity or steam
• Near a flame, heater or air conditioner
• Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight
• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments
Note
• In order to extend the life of this machine,
periodically turn it on and use it.
Storing this machine for an extended period of
time without using it may reduce its efficiency.

Cleaning the LCD Screen

If the screen is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Do
not use organic solvents or detergents.
Note
• Do not wipe the LCD screen with a damp cloth.
Memo
• Occasionally, condensation may form on the LCD
screen or it may become fogged up; however, this
is not a malfunction. After a while, the cloudiness
will disappear.
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MAINTENANCE AND
TROUBLESHOOTING

Cleaning the machine surface

If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in
neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the
surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a damp
cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
CAUTION
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the
machine, otherwise injuries or an electric
shock may occur.

Cleaning the race

Sewing performance will suffer if lint and dust collects in the
bobbin case, therefore, it should be cleaned regularly.
a Press (Needle position button) to raise the needle.
b Turn off the machine.
c Unplug the power cord from the power supply jack on
the right side of the machine.
CAUTION
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the
machine, otherwise injuries or an electric
shock may occur.
d Remove the needle and embroidery foot.
• For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" in the
"Basic operations" section and "Replacing the
embroidery foot" on page A-5.
e Remove the embroidery unit.
f Remove the needle plate cover.