Restrictions on oiling; Precautions on storing the ; Turn off the machine and unplug it.- Page 46

Brother ST371HD Use and Care Manual

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APPENDIX   

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APPENDIX

MAINTENANCE

Restrictions on oiling

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 your authorized dealer or the 
nearest authorized service center.

Precautions on storing the 
machine

Do not store the machine in any of the locations 
described below, otherwise damage to the machine 
may result, for example, rust caused by condensation.

• Exposed to extremely high temperatures
• Exposed to extremely low temperatures
• Exposed to extreme temperature changes
• Exposed to high humidity or steam
• Near a flame, heater or air conditioner
• Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight
• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments

Note

In order to extend the life of this machine, 
periodically turn it on and use it.
Storing this machine for an extended period 
of time without using it may reduce its 
efficiency.

Cleaning

CAUTION

1

Turn off the machine and unplug it.

2

Raise the needle and the presser foot.

3

Loosen the presser foot screw and the 
needle clamp screw to remove the presser 
foot holder and the needle. 

4

Using a disc-shaped screwdriver, remove 
the two screws. Lift up the needle plate as 
shown in the illustration, and then slide 
the needle plate to the left to remove it.

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Use a disc-shaped screwdriver

5

Grasp the bobbin case, and then lift it out 
to the left.

Make sure you unplug the machine 
before you clean it, otherwise you risk 
getting an electric shock or being 
injured.

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  • Exposed to extremely high temperatures • Exposed to extremely low temperatures • Exposed to extreme temperature changes • Exposed to high humidity or steam • Near a flame, heater or air conditioner • Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight • Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments Note ● In order to extend the life of this machine, periodically turn it on and use it.

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