TROUBLESHOOTING
SKIPPED STITCHES AND THREAD BREAKAGES OCCUR
Needle tip is broken.
Replace needle.
Needle is bent.
Replace needle.
Needle is not installed correctly.
Install the needle correctly. Refer to pages 30 - 31.
Upper thread tension is too tight.
Adjust the thread tension.
Refer to pages 32 - 33.
To check the elasticity of the thread, hold a length of thread of about 6 inches at both ends and pull it, check the length at which it breaks. If using a
Thread path is incorrect.
Refer to pages 24 - 25.
Thread is tangled around spool holder.
Refer to pages 24 - 25.
Thread scraps or material scraps have collected under the needle plate.
Remove the scraps. Refer to pages 94 - 95.
A thin needle is being used for heavy material.
Replace with a thicker needle.
Normally a #14 needle should be used.
84
