Setting the feed-dog
40 Service Manual 867 Version 02.0 - 04/2015
8.2.4 Setting the compensating weight
Proper setting
Handwheel position 210°:
 The setscrew for the compensating weight is parallel to the base plate.
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• Tilt the upper section ( 3.3.1 Access to the machine bottom section, 
page 12)
Fig. 28: Setting the position of the compensating weight
Setting steps
1. Put the handwheel into the 210° position.
2. Unscrew the setscrew (1) and leave the hex key inserted in the setscrew.
3. Turn the compensating weight (2) such that the setscrew (1) is parallel 
to the base plate (3). Use the hex key inserted in the setscrew as 
a means of orientation.
4. Tighten the setscrew (1).
WARNING
Risk of injury
Crushing injuries from moving parts. 
Switch the sewing machine off before you check 
and set the position of the compensating weight.
(1) - Setscrew
(2) - Compensating weight
(3) - Base plate
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