Brother International Simplicity SB3129 Users Manual - English - Page 141

Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Restrictions on oiling Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, 2 and then slide it toward you. In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled by the user. This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact you authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center. 1 Cleaning the machine surface 1 Needle plate cover X The needle plate cover is removed. If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a Turn the balance wheel toward you until the cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and 3 tip of the shuttle hook aligns with the edge of 4 then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning the race shelf. it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth. 1 3 4 CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. Cleaning the shuttle race Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the shuttle; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. Turn off the sewing machine. 1 2 1 Shuttle race 2 Shuttle 3 Edge of the shuttle race 4 Tip of the shuttle hook • Be sure to turn the balance wheel toward you. Turning the balance wheel away from you may damage the machine. Remove the shuttle. 4 Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it out. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. 1 1 Shuttle Maintenance 135