2. Lubrication

 

Trimmers

The optional trimmer assembly is located under the sewing bed, as indicated in Figure 2-33. It trims the thread below the needle plate when a color change or trim immediate command is performed. To insure reliable performance, the trimmer assembly must be lubricated on a regular schedule as indicated in the following chart:

Lower Trimmer Lubrication Schedule:

Lubrication Point	Lubricant	Frequency
Trimmer Cam	Grease	Every 6 Months
Trimmer Cam Follower	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Cam Follower Bracket Rail	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Cam Follower Bracket Lever	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Trimmer Knife Arm Rear Pin	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Trimmer Knife Arm Front Pin	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Trimmer Knife Drive Arm	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours
Trimmer Picker Base Shaft	Sewing Machine Oil	Every 40 Operating Hours

EMC 6MLT, EMC 6/4MT:

Remove the trimmer cam box cover, located at the left end of machine, as shown in Figure 2-31. Place a dollop of grease on the trimmer cam groove every six months.

Figure 2-31

Lubricate the knife arm pin, and the trimmer picker pivot, as shown in Figure 2-32.

Figure 2-32

EMC 10T, EMC 10/4T:

Remove the rear bed cover shown in Figure 2-33. Locate the trimmer cam shown in Figure 2-34. Place a dollop of grease on the trimmer cam groove every six months.

Figure 2-33

Figure 2-34