Troubleshooting

Condition

The needle

thread breaks.

 

 

 

Cause

 

 

Reference

1, The

needle

thread

is not threaded properly

Page

14

2,, The

needle

thread

tension

is too tight,

 

Page 20

3, The

needle

is bent or blunt_

 

Page

18

4.. The

needle

is incorrectly

inserted,

 

Page

18

5, The

needle

thread

and the bobbin thread

are not set

 

 

properly under the

presser

foot at the beginning of sewing° Page 24

6_ The

threads

are not drawn

to the rear after finishing

 

 

sewing.

 

 

 

 

 

Page 24

7,, The

thread

is too heavy,

or too fine for the

needle,

Page

18

 

1. The

bobbin

thread

is not threaded

properly

in the bobbin

Page

12

 

The bobbin

 

holder,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

thread breaks°

2,

Lint has collected

in the

bobbin holden

 

Page 28

 

 

3, The

bobbin

is damaged

and doesn't turn smoothly.

Change

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

bobbin

 

 

 

1,.

The

needle

is incorrectly

inserted,.

 

Page

18

 

The needle

2. The

needle

is bent or blunt.

 

 

 

Page

18

 

breaks,

&

The

needle

clamp

screw is loose.

 

 

Page 18

 

 

4

The

needle

thread

tension

is too tight,

 

Page

20

 

 

5o The

threads are

not drawn

to the rear after

the finishing

 

 

 

 

 

sewing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Page 24

 

 

6

The

needle

is too fine for the fabric being sewn.

Page

18

 

 

1,,

The

needle

is incorrectly

inserted,

 

 

Page

18

 

Skipped stitches

2_

The

needle

is bent or blunt,

 

 

 

Page

18

 

 

3,

The

needle

and/or

threads

are not suitable

for the work

 

 

 

 

 

being sewn,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Page 18

 

 

4_ The

needle

thread

is not threaded

properly,

 

Page

14

 

 

5

The wrong

needle

is used,

 

 

 

Change

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

needle

 

 

1,

The

needle

thread

tension

is too

tight,

 

Page

20

 

Seam puckering

2

The

needle

thread

is not threaded

properly,

 

Page

14

 

 

3,

The

needle

is too heavy

for the fabric being

sewn.

Page

18

 

The fabric is not

1,

The

fabric

is too

thick,

 

 

 

 

Page

18

 

fed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The machine

1

The

AC adapter

or foot

switch jack is not connected

 

 

 

does not run.

2,

properly,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Page

4

 

 

A thread is caught

in the bobbin holder.

 

Page

28

 

The machine is

1.

There is thread

caught

in the bobbin holder,

Page

28

 

noisy.

2,

Lint

has built up in the bobbin holder,

 

Page

28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

....

 

 

 

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Kenmore 385.11703 Troubleshooting Condition Needle Thread breaks Cause, Breaks, Skipped stitches, Seam puckering

385.11703 specifications

The Kenmore 385.11703 sewing machine is a versatile and user-friendly model that has captured the hearts of sewing enthusiasts and beginners alike. Esteemed for its robust construction and ease of use, this machine is ideal for tackling a variety of sewing projects, from simple repairs to more complex creations.

One of the main features of the Kenmore 385.11703 is its extensive selection of stitch options. With 18 built-in stitches, including utility stitches, decorative stitches, and a one-step buttonhole, users have a wide array of choices to enhance their projects. The adjustable stitch length and width provide further customization, allowing users to tailor their stitching to fit their specific needs.

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