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Parts & Tools Needed:
Instructions
A broken, bent, or burred needle may break thread, damage fabric, or even damage the machine.
Always check that the needle is in good condition before starting a new project, and replace the
needle after eight hours of use.
Straight Needle
Bent Needle
To avoid damage to the machine, please choose an approved needle style from the list below:
• DPX5 MR
• 134 MR
• 1955 MR
Part Four | Maintaining the Machine
3. Loosen the needle bar thumb screw and
pull out the needle. If needed, use a at-
head screwdriver to loosen the screw.
1. Power o the machine.
2. Raise the needle to the highest position
with the hand wheel.
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1
3
Hand Wheel
Needle Bar
Thumb Screw
For information on selecting a
needle, see “Choosing Your Needle”
on page 95.
Needle
Tools Box
Needle Magnet
Tools Box
Flat-head Screwdriver
Tools Box
Changing the Needle