Operating instructions

Operation

Operating Instructions 650-16 - 01.0 - 06/201434

5.7 Changing the needle

Figure 11: Changing the needle

Steps

1. Loosen the screw (2) and remove the needle.

2. Insert the new needle into the hole in the needle bar (1) until

it reaches the end stop.

Important: The groove (3) must face towards the hook tip (4).

3. Tighten the screw (2).

Order

After changing to a different needle thickness, always adjust the

clearance between the hook and the needle

( Service manual section 6.1).

Malfunctions

An incorrect hook distance can cause the following malfunctions:

• Changing to a thinner needle: Missing stitches

Thread damage

• Changing to a thicker needle: Damage to the hook tip

Damage to the needle

Risk of injury from the point of the needle and

moving parts

Turn the sewing machine off before replacing the

needle.

WARNING

(1) - Needle bar

(2) - Screw

(3) - Groove

(4) - Hook tip