INSTALLING THE CUTWORK NEEDLES
c
Install the spacer as shown in the following
illustration.
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1
Position the spacer so that it hooks around the
elliptical notch.
2
Position the spacer so that it surrounds the
screw head.
3
Slide the spacer in the direction of the arrow
to secure it.
d
Replace the needle plate, and then close the
hook cover.
Note
• Be sure to close the hook cover after
installing the spacer. The spacer becomes
ineffective if the hook cover is left open.
Replacing the Cutwork
Needles
■ To install the cutwork needles
When installing or replacing the cutwork needles,
use the Allen screwdriver included with the
machine and follow the procedure below.
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3
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1
a
Turn off the embroidery machine.
CAUTION
• Be sure to turn off the embroidery machine before
replacing the needles, otherwise injuries may result
if the machine starts sewing.
b
Loosen the needle set screw and remove the
needle.
Hold the needle with your left hand, and then hold the
Allen screw driver in your right hand and turn the
needle set screw counterclockwise.
Note
• Be sure to use the included Allen screw
driver to replace the needle, otherwise too
much force may be applied to the needle,
causing it to break.
• Do not apply extreme force when loosening
or tightening the needle set screw, otherwise
the machine may be damaged.