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 page 20 - 21.
Upper thread tension is too tight.
Adjust the thread tension. Refer to page 22 - 23.
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 page 16 - 19.
Thread is tangled around spool holder.
Refer to page 10 - 11.
Thread or fabric bits have collected under the needle plate.
Remove the thread or fabric bits. Refer to page 102 - 103.
A thin needle is being used for heavy fabric.
Replace with a thicker needle. Generally, at least a #14 needle should be used.
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