Brother International Innov-ís 1200 Users Manual - English - Page 42

GETTING READY Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even. Replacing the needle Replace the needle as described below. Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Press ("Needle Position" button) once or a twice to raise the needle. 1 2 a Flat side b Needle type marking CAUTION ● If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use a bent needle. 1 1 a "Needle Position" button Turn off the sewing machine. b CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if ("Start/Stop" button) is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Lower the presser foot lever. c 1 a Flat surface 40 1 a Presser foot lever Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to d cover the hole in the needle plate. Note z Before replacing the needle, cover the hole in the needle plate with fabric or paper to prevent the needle from falling into the machine.