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Replacing the Needle
This section provides information on sewing machine needles.
Needle precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these
precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to
read and carefully follow the instructions below.
CAUTION
●
Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or
damage the machine.
●
Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.
Needle types and their uses
The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the
following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.
Fabric Type/Application
Medium
weight
fabrics
Thin
fabrics
Thick
fabrics
Stretch
fabrics
Easily frayed fabrics
For top-stitching
Type
Broadcloth
Cotton thread
Taffeta
Synthetic thread
Flannel,
Silk thread
Gabardine
Lawn
Cotton thread
Georgette
Synthetic thread
Poral
Silk thread
Denim
Cotton thread
Corduroy
Synthetic thread
Tweed
Silk thread
Jersey
Thread for knits
Tricot
Cotton thread
Synthetic thread
Silk thread
Synthetic thread
Silk thread
Thread
Size of Needle
Size
–
60
80
75/11–90/14
–
50
80
–
60
80
–
50
80
–
30
50
90/14–100/16
50
Ball point needle
–
50
60
(golden colored)
75/11–90/14
–
50
80
30
90/14–100/16
Replacing the Needle
65/9–75/11
65/9–90/14
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