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Replacing the Needle 39

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Checking the needle

Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous

since the needle may break while the machine is

being operated.

Before using the needle, place the flat side of the

needle on a flat surface and check that the distance

between the needle and the flat surface is even.

a Flat side

b Needle type marking

■ Correct needle

a Flat surface

■ Incorrect needle

If the distance between the needle and the flat

surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use

a bent needle.

a Flat surface

Replacing the needle

Replace the needle as described below. Use the

screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to

be straight according to the instructions in “Checking

the needle”.

Press (“Needle Position” button) once or

twice to raise the needle.

a “Needle Position” button

Turn off the sewing machine.

CAUTION

Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to

cover the hole in the needle plate.

Note

z Before replacing the needle, cover the hole

in the needle plate with fabric or paper to

prevent the needle from falling into the

machine.

● Before replacing the needle, be sure to

turn off the sewing machine, otherwise

injuries may occur if (“Start/Stop”

button) is accidentally pressed and the

machine starts sewing.

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Brother 885-U22 Instruction Manual Page 41