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CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog
WARNING:
Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine
before cleaning.
Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained
in this section.
CAUTION:
Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near
a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight.
Installing the Bobbin Holder
Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits next to
the stopper in the hook race.
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Bobbin holder
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Knob
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Stopper
Insert the bobbin.
Attach the needle plate with the setscrews.
After cleaning the machine, make sure the needle and
presser foot are attached.
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Needle plate
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Setscrew
Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle,
then unplug the sewing machine.
Remove the needle and presser foot.
Remove the hook cover plate by sliding the hook cover
plate release button to the right. Take out the bobbin.
Brush out dust and lint. (You may also use a vacuum
cleaner.)
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Remove the setscrews on the left hand side of the
needle plate with the screwdriver supplied
with the machine. Remove the needle plate.
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Setscrew
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Needle plate
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Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.
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Bobbin holder
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Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush.
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Lint brush
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Clean the feed dog, thread cutter mechanism and
hook race with the lint brush.
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Feed dog
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Thread cutter mechanism
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Hook race
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Clean the inside of the hook race with a dry cloth.
You may also use a vacuum cleaner.
NOTE:
Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and
neutral soap.
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