EV1-LE

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting

How do I change the needle ?

  • When replacing the needle, be sure to touch key (Presser foot/Needle exchange key) on the screen to lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts.
  • Use only home sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may break and may cause injury.
  • Never sew with a bent needle. This may cause injury.

To check the needle correctly, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the needle from the top and the sides. Throw away any bent needles.

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(1) Parallel space (2) Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)

 

 

  1. Press button (Needle position button) to raise the needle.

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  2. Touch key (Presser foot/Needle exchange key) on the LCD screen to lock all keys and buttons.

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    • If the message "OK to automatically lower the presser foot? "appears on the LCD screen, touch [OK] to continue.

    Before replacing the needle, cover the hole in the needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent the needle from falling into the machine

     

  3. Remove the presser foot.

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  4. Use the screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward the front of the machine and loosen the screw. Remove the needle.

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  5. With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle until it touches the needle stopper. Use a screwdriver to securely tighten the needle clamp screw.

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    (1) Needle stopper

    Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

     

  6. Attach the presser foot.

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  7. Touch key to unlock all keys and buttons.

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The machine needles are consumables. Replace the needle in cases such as those described below.

  • If an unusual sound is produced when the needle enters the fabric. (The tip of the needle may be broken or dull.)
  • If stitches are skipped. (The needle may be bent.)
  • Generally, after completing one project, such as a piece of clothing.

 

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EV1, EV1-LE

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