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5.2 Inserting and replacing the needle
WARNING
Risk of injury by the needle point and moving
parts.
Switch off the sewing machine before replacing the
needle.
Do not touch the needle point.
Sequence
After changing to a needle of a different size, adjust the clearance
between the hook and the needle ( Service manual).
ATTENTIO
Damage to the machine, needle breakage, or thread
damage is possible due to an incorrect clearance between
the needle and hook tip.
Check the clearance to the hook tip after inserting a new
needle of a different size. Adjust this if necessary.
Faults caused by an incorrect hook clearance
After inserting a thinner needle:
•
Missing stitches
•
Thread damage
After inserting a thicker needle:
•
Damage to the hook tip
•
Damage to the needle
Operating manual 281 Version 06.0 - 05/2013
Operation