Brother International HE-800A Instruction Manual - English - Page 32

Lubrication

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4. INSTALLATION 4-17. Lubrication CAUTION Turn off the power switch before starting lubricating, otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they do not get into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result. Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and diarrhoea. Keep the oil out of the reach of children. Note: The sewing machine should always be lubricated and the oil supply replenished before it is used for the first time, and also after long periods of non-use. Use only the lubricating oil specified by Brother. * If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is Lubricating the bed base 3897Q 1. Gently tilt back the machine head. 2. Set the magnet (1) in place. 3. Slowly pour in lubricating oil until the oil level reaches the "HIGH" mark. 4. Gently return the machine head to its original position. * Periodically tilt back the machine head and check the lubricating oil level. If the oil level drops below the "LOW" mark, add more lubricating oil. * Replace the lubricating oil about once every six months. HE-800A 24

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HE-800A
4. INSTALLATION
24
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17
. Lubrication
CAUTION
Turn off the power switch before starting lubricating, otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is
depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they do
not get into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and
diarrhoea.
Keep the oil out of the reach of children.
Note:
The sewing machine should always be lubricated and the oil supply replenished before it is used for the first time, and
also after long periods of non-use.
Use only the lubricating oil <Nisseki Mitsubishi Sewing Lube 10 N; VG10> specified by Brother.
* If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is <Exxon Mobil Essotex SM10; VG10>
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17
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. Lubricating the bed base
1. Gently tilt back the machine head.
2. Set the magnet (1) in place.
3. Slowly pour in lubricating oil until the oil level reaches the “HIGH” mark.
4. Gently return the machine head to its original position.
* Periodically tilt back the machine head and check the lubricating oil level. If the oil level drops below the “LOW” mark,
add more lubricating oil.
* Replace the lubricating oil about once every six months.
3897Q