AIRFLOW 3000
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AIRFLOW 3000
Date: 12/16/2022 ID: faqh00000584_000
Needle
This machine uses a standard home sewing machine needle.
The recommended needle is SCHMETZ 130/705H (#80 or #90).
Needle description
Back (flat side)
Front
Groove
How to check 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.
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Correct needle
Flat surface
The space is parallel.
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Incorrect needle
If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent.
Do not use a bent needle.
Flat surface
The space is not parallel.
Countermeasures for material breakage .
It can reduce the occurrence of material breakage by using SCHMETZ 130/705H SUK (#90) BALL POINT.
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