HE-800C
3. INSTALLATION
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3-14. Lubrication
CAUTION
Turn off the power switch before starting lubricating, otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is depressed
by mistake, which could result in injury.
Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they do not get
into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and
diarrhea.
Keep the oil out of the reach of children.
Be careful not to get your hands caught when returning the machine head to its original position after it has been
tilted.
The sewing machine should always be lubricated and the oil supply replenished before it is used for the first time, and also
after long periods of non-use.
Use only the lubricating oil <JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation Sewing Lube 10N; VG10> specified by Brother.
* If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is <Exxon Mobil Essotex SM10; VG10>.
3-14-1. Lubricating the bed base
1. Gently tilt back the machine head.
2. Slowly pour in lubricating oil until the
oil level reaches the “HIGH” mark.
3. Gently return the machine head to its
original position.
* Periodically tilt back the machine
head and check the lubricating oil
level. If the oil level drops below the
“LOW” mark, add more lubricating
oil.
* Replace the lubricating oil about
once every six months.
3-14-2. Lubricating the arm
Apply 5-6 drops of oil to the oil inlet (1)
at the top of the arm.
* When using the machine, check that
the oil is visible through the oil
window (2). If it cannot be seen,
problems such as seizure of the
mechanism may occur.
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