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Replacing the needle, Needle precautions, Needle types and their uses – Brother CS-8150 User Manual

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Replacing the Needle

This section provides information on sewing machine needles.

Needle precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these
precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to
read and carefully follow the instructions below.

Needle types and their uses

The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the
following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.

Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or
damage the machine.

Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

CAUTION

Fabric Type/Application

Thread

Size of Needle

Type

Size

Medium

weight

fabrics

Broadcloth

Cotton thread

60

80

75/11–90/14

Taffeta

Synthetic thread

Flannel,

Gabardine

Silk thread

50

80

Thin

fabrics

Lawn

Cotton thread

60

80

65/9–75/11

Georgette

Synthetic thread

Challis, Satin

Silk thread

50

80

Thick

fabrics

Denim

Cotton thread

30

50

90/14–100/16

Corduroy

Synthetic thread

50

Tweed

Silk thread

Stretch

fabrics

Jersey

Thread for knits

50

60

Ball point needle

(golden colored)

75/11–90/14

Tricot

Easily frayed fabrics

Cotton thread

50

80

65/9–90/14

Synthetic thread

Silk thread

For top-stitching

Synthetic thread

30

90/14–100/16

Silk thread

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