Brother 855-X06 operation manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Possible cause How to put it right

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APPENDIX ——————

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at “ http://solutions.brother.com ”. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.

Symptom

Possible cause

How to put it right

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The main power switch is turned off.

Turn on the main power switch.

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The sewing

The bobbin-winder shaft is pushed to the

Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the

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machine does

right.

left.

 

not work.

 

 

 

You have not used the foot controller

Use the foot controller properly.

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properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fabric being

 

 

 

sewn with the

 

Lift up the fabric and cut the threads

 

machine

Thread is tangled below the needle plate.

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below it, and clean the race.

cannot be

 

 

 

 

 

removed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The needle is incorrectly installed.

Correctly install the needle.

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The needle clamp screw is loose.

Use the oval screwdriver to firmly

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tighten the screw.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The needle is bent or blunt.

Replace the needle.

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The upper thread was not threaded

Correct the upper threading.

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correctly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not used the right combination of

Choose a thread and needle that are

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fabric, thread and needle.

appropriate for the type of fabric.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The presser foot you are using is not

Attach the presser foot that is correct

 

 

appropriate for the type of stitch that you

for the type of stitch that you want to

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The needle

want to sew.

sew.

 

 

 

 

breaks.

The upper thread tension is too tight.

Loosen the upper thread tension.

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You are pulling the fabric too much.

Lightly guide the fabric.

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You have not fitted the spool properly.

Fit the spool properly.

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The area around the hole in the needle

Replace the needle plate.

 

 

Contact your retailer or the nearest

–

 

plate or the presser foot is scratched.

 

authorized service center.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace the bobbin case.

 

 

The bobbin case is scratched.

Contact your retailer or the nearest

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authorized service center.

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not used a bobbin that has been

Use a bobbin that has been designed

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designed for this machine.

for this machine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You have not threaded the upper thread

 

 

 

properly. (For example, you have not fitted

Correct the upper threading.

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the spool properly, or the thread has come

 

 

 

The upper

out of the guide above the needle.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

thread

There are knots or tangles in the thread.

Remove any knots or tangles.

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breaks.

 

 

 

The needle is not appropriate for the thread

Choose a needle that is appropriate for

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you are using.

the type of stitch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The upper thread tension is too tight.

Loosen the upper thread tension.

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Contents Sewing Machine Important Safety Instructions Save These Instructions Contents Accessories Optional accessoriesKnowing Your Sewing Machine Part Name Part Code Americas OthersMain Parts Flat bed attachmentConnect the foot controller plug to the machine Using Your Sewing MachineConnecting plugs Main power and sewing light switch Foot controllerChecking the needle Replacing the needleChanging the presser foot Presser foot installation orientation ControlsPattern selection dial Stretch stitchingPatterns and stitch names Stitches Only available on certain modelsStitches Pattern Stitch Name Recommended0-3/16 Fixed Stitch length dial Stitch width dialWinding the bobbin Threading the MachineReverse sewing lever Pull up the spool pin and put a spool of thread on this pin Turn on the machineInstall the bobbin wound with thread Lower threadingLower threading for models equipped with a quick-set bobbin Groove ProjectionUpper threading Turn off the machine Raise the presser foot lever GuideNeedle holder Needle threader lever Pull the thread through the needle Drawing up the lower thread Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower threadFor models equipped with a quick-set bobbin Replace the bobbin coverFABRIC, THREAD, and Needle Combinations Ball point needleTransparent nylon thread Fabric Type/Application Thread Size of NeedleStarting sewing Sewing BasicsPlease read before sewing Sewing thick fabrics Trial sewingChanging the sewing Direction Sewing thin fabrics Sewing stretch fabricsStitching cylindrical pieces Sewing with a twin needle OptionAttaching the extra spool pin Select a stitchThread the left needle Thread the right needleThread tension Upper tension is too looseCorrect tension Upper tension is too tightBUILT-IN Stitches Straight stitchingZigzag stitching Blind hem stitchingFold the fabric along the desired edge of the hem, and press Sew at a slow speed Adjust the thread tension so that it is tighter than normalElastic stitching Double action stitching FagotingJoining fabric Set the stitch width toStitch Overedge stitchingPattern Stitch Feather stitching Triple zigzag stretch stitchingDecorative stitching Stitch Name PatternSewing Buttonholes and Buttons Making a buttonhole 1-step automatic buttonholeMaking a buttonhole Openbutton.the button plate and insertLower the buttonhole lever and push it back slightly If the button does not fit in the button guide plateYou need to sew the front bar tack first Adjusting buttonholes Making a buttonhole on stretch fabricsFollow steps 1 to 6 from Making a buttonhole on Piece of fabric to observe how Material is fedSewing buttons At a slow speed, sew about 10 stitchesThen tie it with the bobbin thread Any Sewing DarningUsing Attachments and Applications When you have finished sewing, remove the basting stitchingZipper insertion Prepare the fabric with the zipper basted on the wrong sideGathering DarningAppliqués Baste the cut design to the fabricOptional Accessories Using the blind stitch footWhen edge stitching Turn off the machine When sewing seams Turn off the machineMaintenance Precautions on storing the machineCleaning AppendixInstall the needle plate, and then tighten the screws Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause How to put it rightThread Breaks LowerThread is Tangled orStitches are Skipped Threader canNot be used Stitch isIndex NumericsEnglish
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