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Sewing machine My sewing machine seams to be off somewhere. The problem is when I start to sew the needle will hit or grind the inside of the machine pass the foot. Is there any way I can fix it without taking it to get repaired?

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  • E088598 Nov 25, 2007

    I bent a needle and now it won't pick up the bobbin thead and when it does the stitch are not complete I have a White 2200

  • getting by Mar 12, 2008

    I am having the same problem, only my needle wasn't bent. It broke. Then it wouldn't pick up the bobbin thread, now the timing seems to be off & it keeps hitting the bottom.

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I have an empisal and was having similar problems as well as the machine making the most horrendous noise, sounded like the machine was going to explode into pieces. I took the top cover off and the cover over the clutch. I found 2 belts and it was the bottom belt that was making the noise. I took it out and saw it looked like a pulley, I oiled it, put it back. The machine works like a brand new one.

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Change the needle. I broke 3 the first time I used it. I keep packages of needles around. Apparently this is a problem with all embroidery machings according to a Bernina expert.

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My machine will not sew what do i do??

Posted on Dec 26, 2007

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Nv500 brother machine maked a grinding sound and wont stitch it just gathers and knots can you sugest what it might be?
Something is bound up. Stop trying to sew. Turn off the machine.
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Model 12741 Kenmore isn't catching bobin thread.
Most likely, when the needle hit the pin, the machine was knocked out of time. First thing, be sure to install a brand new needle. If that doesn't improve things, you'll probably need to take it for service.

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My Elna 7200 doesnt feed properly especially if I start out with a bulky seam. It also has problems crossing seams. Any ideas?
You could try using a seam jumper when crossing bulk, this is a little plastic device that you put in front and behind the pressure foot to keep it level as it goes over the bulk. This then means the machine can keep feeding the fabric evenly. WIthout it, the feed dogs arent getting enough pressure, the machine slows and can't feed the seam, your needle may deflect and strike the foot, and broken needle may be the result.

Here is a link to one called a Jean a Ma Jig, http://sewing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://www.clotilde.com/store/

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However, it may be that your machine just hasn't got the strength to stitch through more than 6 layers, many wont. Especially if you use buttonhole twist thread to get the read to wear jeans seam finish. I often resort to using my old SInger 20U industrial straight stitch when altering jeans.

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My needle breaks 2 in a row
Don't pull your fabric as you seam as this is a sure fire way to break needles.

Also, make sure you have got the right foot on it for the stitch sequence it is sewing. For example, don't use a foot with a little hole in it when doing a zig zag as the needle will strike the foot. The general purpose clear plastic foot is usually a good one for most stitching.

If you are trying to sew something pretty heavy then this can cause breakages too as the machine may struggle to pierce through 6 layers of denim when you cross another seam. For example, hemming jeans, when you stitch over the side seams, your machine is trying to pierce probably 7 layers, the leg, plus the felled seam turned twice. It will struggle. You can help it by using a "Jeans-a-jig" a little plastic device you hold in front to get the foot up over the lump and give it grip. But take it really slow and sew one stitch at a time.

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Can I use a twin needle on my Janome MW3018? Doesn't mention it in my instruction manual and I don't know how to thread the machine for twin needle sewing.
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Bobbin holder seems to be broke and needle breaks
Hello,
Here are several things to try.

* When you insert your new needle, make sure it’s positioned correctly (usually with the flat side away from the bobbin, but consult your manual), that it goes all the way into the holder, and that the screw is securely tightened.


If there doesn’t seem to be a problem with your needle, try the following:

* Check your pressure foot and make sure it’s attached securely.


* Change your pressure foot Your pressure foot may be bent, causing your needle to hit it.


* Don’t sew over pins a needle that hits a pin can break. Always remove the pins from your fabric before they reach your needle.


* Don’t pull your fabric as you sew. You could be bending your needle back, causing it to hit your needle plate instead of going into the hole. Just guide your fabric, letting it feed on its own.


* Check your needle plate and make sure it's securely in position.


* Change your needle plate. If you’ve been using a straight stitch needle plate (a plate with a small hole, often used for sewing fine, delicate fabrics), switch to a needle plate with a wider hole.


* Check the position of your needle. Sewing machines with zigzag capability allow you to adjust the position of your needle – right, left, or center. If your needle is not positioned correctly, it may be hitting your needle plate or pressure foot.


* Un-thread your machine and remove your bobbin. Clean any loose thread or lint out of your
bobbin case. Re-thread your machine, reinsert and re-thread your bobbin.

* Change your bobbin. There could be a nick along the edge of your bobbin spool that’s catching your thread as you sew.

Also, before you start to sew a seam, hold the upper and bobbin thread tails. Hold them back
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caught in your machine.

I hope these solutions help you.




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Machine stops sewing when I hit a thickness
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if you are sewing thick seams and the needle is resting on the seam as you begin to sew you may have to help the machine to get started. if the fabric is not thick it must be belt tension.

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New singer 8280 needle hits overcasting foot and breaks
so, it sews for a while?  It sounds to me like the screw that holds the needle in place is loose.  As the needle moves up and down the screw loosens until that one fateful stitch, it comes out completely.  Try to tighten with a screw driver.
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