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APPENDIX
Care and Maintenance
Simple machine maintenance operations are described below.
Restrictions on oiling
In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must
not be oiled by the user.
This machine was manufactured with the necessary
amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation,
making periodic oiling unnecessary.
If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the
handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop
using the machine, and contact your authorized
dealer or the nearest authorized service center.
Cleaning the machine surface
If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a
cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and
then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning
it once with a damp cloth, wipe it again with a dry
cloth.
CAUTION
● Unplug the power supply cord before
cleaning the machine. Otherwise, injuries
or an electric shock may occur.
Precautions on storing the
machine
Do not store the machine in any of the locations
described below, otherwise damage to the machine
may result, for example, rust caused by
condensation.
• Exposed to extremely high temperatures
• Exposed to extremely low temperatures
• Exposed to extreme temperature changes
• Exposed to high humidity or steam
• Near a flame, heater or air conditioner
• Outdoor or exposed to direct sunlight
• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments
Note
In order to extend the life of this machine,
periodically turn it on and use it.
Storing this machine for an extended period
of time without using it may reduce its
efficiency.
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Cleaning the race
Embroidery performance will suffer if dust collects in
the bobbin case. Therefore, it should be cleaned
periodically.
a
Turn off the machine.
b
Unplug the power supply cord from the power
supply jack on the right side of the machine.
CAUTION
● Unplug the power supply cord before
cleaning the machine. Otherwise, injuries
or an electric shock may occur.
c
Remove the embroidery unit.
d
Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove
the needle (page 28).
a Screwdriver
b Needle clamp screw
e
Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and
then slide it toward you.
a Needle plate cover
The needle plate cover is removed.
a
b
a