Cleaning And Maintenance - Bernina Artista 185 Manual

Cleaning and Maintenance

Replacing the Sewing Light
Please refer to the safety instructions!
If the sewing computer is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to a
warm room about 1 hour before use.
Cleaning the Stitch Plate Area
Periodically remove thread lint and remnants which collect under the stitch
plate and the hook.
· turn power switch to "0" (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet
· remove presser foot and needle
· open the free arm cover
· press the stitch plate down at the back right corner
· lift an remove stitch plate
· clean the area with the lint brush
· replace the stitch plate
Cleaning the Screen
· wipe with a soft, damp cloth
Cleaning the Hook
· turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet
· remove the bobbin case
· clean the hook race using the brush provided or a cotton swab.
The use of any sharp instrument could damage the hook
· insert the bobbin case
Cleaning the Sewing Computer
· wipe with a soft, damp cloth
· if very soiled, wipe with a solution of water and a few drops
of liquid soap on a damp (not wet) cloth
Lubricating
· turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet
· squeeze 1 drop of oil into the hook race
· run the sewing computer for a short time without thread
to prevent oil soiling your work
Important:
Never use alcohol or solvents of any kind
to clean the sewing computer!
Contrary to an ordinary bulb, the CFL
sewing light has a better illumination
and a longer life.
Caution:
Please note that a defective CFL
sewing light must ONLY be replaced by
an authorized technician. The sewing
computer must be brought to an
authorized BERNINA dealer!
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