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Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement

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Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement

Introduction

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Replacing the lightbulb involves opening up the machine. You will need to purchase a sewing machine bulb set, including the wire plug-in, to replace it.

What you need

Parts

  • Zip Ties
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Tools

    1. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Place the machine on a solid surface.

      • Remove the 14mm Phillips #2 screw holding on the face cover.

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    2. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the two 14mm Phillips #2 screws and two 22mm Phillips #2 screws that secure the rear casing.

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    3. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Lay the machine on its side.

      • Remove the four 10mm Phillips #2 screws that hold the bottom panel in place.

      • The feet will come off with the screws.

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    4. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the bottom panel.

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    5. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Place the machine upright.

      • Remove the rear casing.

      • You may have to wiggle the panel and pull at the same time.

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    1. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement, Lightbulb: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Using scissors, clip the two zip ties securing the lightbulb wire.

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    2. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Place the machine on its side, with access to the bottom.

      • Gently pull out the white wire connecting the bulb to the machine.

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    3. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Move the wire out from under the plastic hook.

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    4. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Place the machine upright.

      • Using the flathead screwdriver, remove the 5mm Flathead screw holding on the lightbulb bracket.

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    5. Brother XR-40 Lightbulb Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the lightbulb assembly.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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