13Replacing NeedlesCAUTION:Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockoutthe machine or turn the power switch off beforereplacing the needle.Raise the needle by turning the handwheel.Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key.q Lockout keyLoosen the needle clamp screw by turning itcounterclockwise.Remove the needle from the clamp.w Needle clamp screwInsert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flatside of the needle to the rear.e Flat sideWhen inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push itup against the stopper pin and tighten the needle clampscrew firmly with a screwdriver.To check needle straightness, place the flat side of theneedle onto something flat (a needle plate, glass etc.).The gap between the needle and the flat surface shouldbe consistent.r GapNever use a blunt needle.rewNOTE:Use size 11 blue tipped needle for fine fabrics.For medium to heavy weight fabrics, use size 14needles.qFabric Thread NeedleFineEmbroidery threadBlue tip needleorEL x 705Size 12/80MediumHeavyweightUniversal needle #14orEL x 705Size 14/90Fabric and Needle ChartJanome bobbin thread for embroidery is recommendedfor bobbin.CAUTION:Be sure to tighten the needle clamp screw firmlywith a screwdriver when attaching a needle to themachine, otherwise the needle may break or causemalfunction.
