• ? SEAM GATHER OR PUCKER
    A

    1. The needle is too thick for the fabric.
    A: Select a correct needle size.
    2. The stitch length is wrong.
    A:  Adjust the stitch length.
    3. The thread tension is too tight.
    A: Loosen the thread tension.
  • ? SEAM PUCKERING
    A

    1. The needle thread tension is too tight.
    A: Loosen the thread tension.
    2. The needle thread is not threaded correctly.
    A: Rethread the machine.
    3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn.
    A: Choose a needle to suit the thread and fabric.
    4. The stitch length is too long for the fabric.
    A: Adjust the stitch length shorter.
    5. Sewing on thin fabric.
    A: Sew with a stabilizer material under the fabric.
  • ? STITCHES ARE DISTORTED
    A

    1. The presser foot is not suited for the stitch.
    A: Select the correct foot.
    2. The needle thread tension is too tight.
    A: Loosen the thread tension.

     

  • ? THREAD HAS JAMMED
    A

    1. Thread is caught in the hook or the feed dogs are packed with lint.
    A: Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards and remove the thread remnants.
  • ? THE MACHINE IS NOISY
    A

    1.  Fluff or oil have collected on the hook or needle bar.
    A: Clean the hook and feed dog.
    2. The needle is damaged.
    A: Insert a new needle.
    3. Thread is caught in the hook or the feed dogs are packed with lint.
    A: Remove the upper thread and bobbin case, turn the handwheel backwards and forwards and remove the thread remands.