Sewing Machine Trouble

Why does a needle break, bend, or become blunt?

• Fabric is pushed or pulled through the machine.

• Using low-quality thread

• High thread tension

• High SPI (stitch density)

What is the cause for the skipped stitches?

• A manufacturing defect in the needle with ‘eye’ being rough

• Use of poor-quality thread

• Needle put in the wrong way round

• Stitching has bunched forming a lump

Why is my thread bunching up on the fabric (Bird nesting)?

• Incorrect threading of the machine

• Needle thread not passed through the take-up lever

• Needle is blunt

• Improper selection of thread

How do I fix a fabric that isn't moving forward?

• Do proper threading in the machine

• Change the needle

• Check the thread tension

• Increase pressure in pressure foot

What will you do if the sewing machine is not working?

• Check-up the unit.

• Replace the unit.

• Consult an expert.

• none of the above